In episode 37 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe and Anna Mae Alexander discuss Amanda Palmer's TED Talk, The art of asking, as well as alternative performance and music distribution opportunities. As usual, they also go on their tangential rants about music instruction and body image.
Discussions:
Skip to 21:13 for Amanda Palmer: The art of asking
Skip to 41:32 for alternative performance and distribution
Not all products referenced here are necessarily recommended by David Andrew Wiebe or Anna Mae Alexander. For a list of tools, services and products that David Andrew Wiebe personally endorses, visit the resources page.
In episode 36 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe interviews Todd Henry from Accidental Creative. Wiebe and Henry discuss digital distribution, the future of podcasting, content marketing and focus.
David Andrew Wiebe reflects on his High School and College years, and how personal development and business training filled in the blanks in his education.
David Andrew Wiebe takes a look back at the various amps and pedals he used to get his guitar tones. While some gear never provided the results he was looking for, he continued to experiment and explore various avenues.
David Andrew Wiebe considers the question, "if I had it all to do over, what would I do differently?" With 12 years of music industry experience, Wiebe considers what it would take to be a career musician today.
If I had it all to do over, what would I do differently? I've had about 12 years in the music industry, and while I wouldn't say that it's all gone to hell in a hand basket, I've obviously made my share of mistakes and had some holes in my attitude and mentality.
David Andrew Wiebe reflects on August 2012. Topics of discussion include summers past, goal-setting, finances, 10 year evaluation, music instruction and blogging platforms.
In episode 35 of the David Andrew Wiebe Interviews and Music Business Podcast, David Andrew Wiebe and Anna Alexander wrap up their look back at 2012. Topics of discussions include Facebook, Google+, live performance, alternative distribution, radio and more.
Not all products referenced here are necessarily recommended by David Andrew Wiebe or Anna Mae Alexander. For a list of tools, services and products that David Andrew Wiebe personally endorses, visit the resources page.
David Andrew Wiebe reflects on July 2012. Topics of discussion include: selling his house, adding value to people, becoming an Amazon seller, becoming others focused and the Calgary Stampede.
David Andrew Wiebe reflects on the month of June 2012 and discusses the importance of focus, the difference between a position and a calling and sticking to decisions.
In episode 34 of the David Andrew Wiebe Interviews and Music Business Podcast, David Andrew Wiebe and Anna Mae Alexander take a look back at year 2012. The bulk of the episode encompasses social media, Twitter, Facebook and multipotentialites.
Show Notes:
David references The Game of Work by Charles A. Coonradt (affiliate link)
Not all products referenced here are necessarily recommended by David Andrew Wiebe or Anna Mae Alexander. For a list of tools, services and products that David Andrew Wiebe personally endorses, visit the resources page.
It feels good to be back... And I assure you our absence has not been due to a lack of content. For example, you might have noticed that I was making monthly updates for 2012. Those don't end in May; they go all the way to December.
Nope, it's mostly been due to a change in focus and career in my life. It's really been more of a shift in ratio: I used to do more music than online marketing, and I now do more online marketing than music. It's been cool because I've had the opportunity to put a lot of accumulated knowledge about online marketing into practice (I work at TuneCity now in case you missed that).
Obviously it has also meant less time to work on projects that I want to (like this show, for example). However, when you make a point of fitting the big stuff in your schedule first, there's always some time left for the little stuff. For example, I actually completed the first draft for my e-book last month.
David Andrew Wiebe reflects on the month of May in 2012. Topics of discussions include financial crisis, keeping a positive attitude, possibility thinking, accomplishment, entrepreneurship, focus, guitar playing, streamlining finances, and mentorship.
In episode 33 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe and Anna Mae Alexander discuss Twitter Marketing and the common mistakes many bands make. Also in this episode: a discussion on careers, body image, Van Halen's new album, TuneCity, and an entity that exists in every musical circle: Team Sad Pants.
In episode 32 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe iterviews Music Business Radio host David Hooper. Wiebe and Alexander also discuss consumer updates, and engage in a fun lyric completion game.
David Andrew Wiebe reflects on the month of April 2012. David Andrew Wiebe touches on tax season, the spring concert with school kids, dismantling of his life, entrepreneurship, music production, and then gets sidetracked discussing fatherlessness, self-image, and God.
In episode 31 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe interviews Inside Home Recording host, Dave Chick. Wiebe and Anna Mae Alexander also discuss Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo 2012 at length.
David Andrew Wiebe reflects on the month of March in 2012. After the New Year fatigue set in, Wiebe finally decided to see the doctor about his condition. What did he find...?
Wiebe also touches on his concert with elementary school kids, 80s music, guitar playing, and what God is doing in his life.
In episode 30 of the podcast, controversial Christian singer/songwriter/producer/filmmaker Steve Taylor talks music and filmmaking. Anna and David also discuss a couple of taboo topics: religion and politics.
Bonus: David Andrew Wiebe Reflects on January 2012 In Summary
At the tail end of 2011 I encountered a phenomenon I would later identify as New Year Fatigue.
In 2011 I was bombarded with financial troubles, a horrific roommate, companies that treated their customers like dirt (at least they treated me that way), and work situations whose rewards weren't proportionate to the amount of effort I was putting in.
The second half of 2011, however, was joy-filled and easygoing by comparison. My band performed at the Fringe Festival, I started a new business, and I took a work vacation and a real vacation after refinancing my home. I left unhealthy work situations behind.
After Christmas, however, I found myself tired out and unable to perform. I was still keeping up with work, but I wasn't doing a whole lot at home. Since my only work at the time was as a music teacher, I would have had substantial time at home, and just found myself too exhausted to do much of anything.
This condition plagued me for several more months in 2012. I identified it as not merely tiredness but fatigue, and there were some physical symptoms that went along with it. However, the doctors couldn't pinpoint anything wrong with me besides high blood pressure and lack of Vitamin D.
I have since run into this fatigue issue, but it hasn't been long-lasting or chronic. I have found that sunlight makes a big difference in energy levels and the amount of sleep I require. In general, I haven't found that I require as much sleep during the summer and I have more energy.
As for the website getting hacked, I can't confirm that's what happened. All I know is that I couldn't log in to Movable Type thanks to some errors in the database. It took me quite a while to figure out what was wrong.
In episode 29 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe and Anna Mae Alexander discuss the rigmarole involved in producing the latest podcast episodes. They also discuss the latest with Van Halen, Pete Lesperance, Jonathan Ferguson, Andrew Riches, as well as some consumer updates and the latest with Anna.
David Andrew Wiebe lets us know what's going on in his life and online world. Subjects include: blogging frequency, Inside Home Recording, current projects, and more.
In episode 26 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe interviews live music producer Kevin Pauls. Anna Alexander and Wiebe also discuss booking shows, Auto-Tune, and body image in the music industry.
Show Notes:
OPENING SEGMENT: Booking shows, Auto-Tune.
GUEST INTERVIEW: Kevin Pauls, Live Music Producer - Website
CLOSING SEGMENT: Body image in the music industry.
Back on Solid Ground will be at the 2011 Calgary Fringe Festival from July 29 to August 6 at Nine Café (1319 9 Ave SE Calgary, AB). The David Andrew Wiebe Band will be performing every night at 7:45 PM. Tickets are on sale now at the Calgary Fringe Festival website!
David Andrew Wiebe Band is set to perform at the 2011 Calgary Fringe Festival from July 29 to August 6 at Nine Café (1319 9 Ave SE Calgary, AB). Tickets go on sale on July 1 at the Calgary Fringe Festival website.
In episode 24 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe discusses live music producer Tom Jackson. David also discusses upcoming events, including the appearance of the David Andrew Wiebe Band at the Calgary Fringe Festival.
Show Notes:
OPENING SEGMENT: The purchase of a digital recorder and a retrospect on the performance on May 21, 2011.
UPCOMING SHOWS: June 18 @ Cochrane with Adrenalize, June 25 Get Your Praise On @ The Lutheran Church of Our Savior, July 2 @ The House Coffee & Sanctuary with Selina Boland, July 3 @ The County Line with Adrenalize, July 29 - August 6 Calgary Fringe Festival @ Nine Café.
David Andrew Wiebe will be performing at Calgary Life Church (2685 36 St. NE Calgary, AB) on May 21, 2011 at 7:00 PM. Guitar virtuoso Daniel Guy Martin will also be performing, and Wiebe will be backed by several new accompanists. 10% of the proceeds for this event will go to benefit the Japanese Red Cross Society for earthquake relief.
In episode 23 of the podcast, David interviews Ben Perrin from the A Cappella Fellas. David, Anna, and Jonathan also discuss a range of topics including PCs and Macs, diversifying your income as a musician, the impact of anxiety on an artist, and guerilla marketing.
Show Notes:
OPENING SEGMENT: Consumer updates, upcoming events, computers, diversifying, and anxiety.
GUEST INTERVIEW: Ben Perrin, A Cappella Fellas - Website
In episode 22 of the podcast, David and Angie discuss the release of Demos 2010, as well as creating income streams as an artist. This episode also features part 2 of David's interview with Angie.
In episode 21 of the podcast, David and Angie continue their interview with Mark David Stewart from Prairie of Prax. This episode also features discussions on recent concert adventures, and the Calgary police.
Show Notes:
OPENING SEGMENT: Recent concert adventures.
UPDATES: Customer service in the big city.
GUEST INTERVIEW: Mark David Stewart, Prairie of Prax - MySpace
In episode 20 of the podcast, David and Angie interview Mark David Stewart from Prairie of Prax. This episode also features discussions on the benefits of journaling, and why people think artists should have to work a second job.
Show Notes:
OPENING SEGMENT: The benefits of journaling.
UPDATES: Not A Number showcase, service in the big city.
GUEST INTERVIEW: Mark David Stewart, Prairie of Prax - MySpace
CLOSING SEGMENT: Should artists have to work a second job?
In episode 19 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe interviews vocalist Angie Robertson. David and Angie also reflect on their victories in 2010, and discuss customer service in the big city.
Show Notes:
UPCOMING SHOWS: January 21 Not A Number Records Showcase @ The House Coffee & Sanctuary.
In episode 18 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe interviews Nathaniel Krieger from Not A Number Records. This episode also features rapid fire news headlines, another resource tip, and a discussion on the future of the podcast.
NEWS HEADLINES: The Beatles on iTunes, Gene Simmons claims that new superstars will be emerging from Canada, Gene Simmons says he should replace Simon Cowell on X Factor, U2's Bono says David Bowie has been a big influence, Mr. Big posts new video, Jeff Beck to perform at the 2011 Isle of Wight Festival, Beastie Boys to release a new short film, Pearl Jam to host their own summer music festival in 2011, Eric Clapton auctions off coveted items for the Crossroads Centre, Van Halen to enter the studio next month, Bon Jovi goes indie?, Mark Hoppus announces new Blink 182 album, Illegal downloading rising in UK, Judas Priest announces that their tour will last 2 years, David Grohl to appear in upcoming Muppets movie, Rage Against The Machine to record new album?, Velvet Revolver finds new lead singer?, Jimi Hendrix biopic has been cancelled.
GUEST INTERVIEW: Nathaniel Krieger, Not A Number Records - Email
This month's resource tip is CD Baby DIY Musician Podcast. As of December 2010, they have 104 episodes jam packed with great content. If you're an independent musician with a do-it-yourself attitude, this podcast is definitely worth checking out. The show features some great tips on booking shows, fan funding, social media, the legality of recording cover songs, and a great deal more. You can find the podcast online at cdbabypodcast.com, or by searching for it on iTunes.
CLOSING SEGMENT: David discusses the future of the podcast.
In episode 17 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe interviews the manager of The House Coffee & Sanctuary, Derrick Mitchell. In addition to the valuable insights from a music venue manager, this episode also features a resource tip, and a look at information overload.
Show Notes:
UPCOMING SHOWS: November 6 Guitar Church Workshop @ Christian Life Assembly, November 12 @ Blind Beggar with Adrenalize, November 19 @ Trinity Mennonite Church with Daniel Guy Martin, November 27 Guitar Church Workshop @ Christian Life Assembly, December 4 Guitar Church Workshop @ Christian Life Assembly, December 17 @ The House Coffee & Sanctuary with Daniel Guy Martin.
GUEST INTERVIEW: Derrick Mitchell, Manager of The House Coffee & Sanctuary - Email | Website
Over the last couple of years I've come to realize that there are a lot of great resources out there for musicians, engineers, producers, and home recordists, many of which are completely free. I've been thinking that I would like to share these resources with you on the show. I've personally listened to or read all of the resources recommended in this segment.
Today's resource is the Inside Home Recording Podcast. This podcast is especially useful to home recordists and enthusiasts, but I believe there is something here for musicians and artists as well.
The podcast - as the name suggests - covers the world of home recording. Not only is it quite entertaining, it's also educational. The podcast features ear training segments, 101 sessions on MIDI, gear reviews, interviews with a variety of engineers and musicians, and much more.
Like me, even if you don't totally understand everything to do with studio recording, there's a lot that can be learned by osmosis. This has generally been my experience with home recording. Because I have been around it for such a long time, I've picked up a lot of things that I wouldn't otherwise know.
As of November 2010, they have 83 episodes so there's a lot of information you can delve into - even if the earliest episodes harken back to 2005. Some things in the recording world haven't changed a whole lot, and a lot of what they talked about 5 years ago still pertains to recording today.
Closing Segment
David discusses information overload.
And I'm back with the closing segment. I certainly hope you enjoyed this episode. I think it took a lot longer to edit than any previous episode, but I think it's well worth the effort.
For today's closing segment, I wanted to talk a little bit about information overload. If you're anything like me, you really enjoy books, blogs, and podcasts. Unfortunately it can get a little out of hand if you buy every book with a curious title, or subscribe to every cool blog you come across.
At one point, I actually had something like 400 new podcast episodes that I hadn't listened to in my subscription list. I had every intention of listening to all of them, but quickly realized how irrelevant many of those shows were, and I wasn't about to gain any new insights from listening to them.
Ultimately, I decided to go on an information diet. I purged and eliminated several podcasts from my subscription list in order to avoid overload. When you think about the fact that most podcast episodes last anywhere from 5 minutes to an hour, that's a lot of time that could be spent focusing on information that's actually relevant to you and your current situation, rather than scattered and segmented information that you have no use for right now.
One strategy that has worked well for me is downloading individual episodes. You don't have to subscribe to an entire podcast feed in order to hear one or two of its respective episodes. This enables you to hear discussions on topics you want to hear right now. For example, you could download every podcast episode that features a particular guest, like me, David Andrew Wiebe, or you could download every episode that discusses the dietary benefits of Kiwi. Or, you could pick and choose which episodes on the subject actually interest you.
I also went on a cleanse with my feed aggregator. I found that I was barely using my aggregator as is, so it made a lot of sense to unsubscribe from unwanted feeds. I've discovered that focus is important, so while it might make sense for me to subscribe to industry relevant news updates, it didn't make much sense to subscribe to a bunch of Internet comedians who review video games and movies, as much I might enjoy that.
Now, if you don't know what an aggregator is, let me explain. It's basically a piece of software that aggregates or collects specific information to one place. Google Reader would be an example of a feed aggregator.
All of this might sound a little foreign to someone who hasn't spent much time on the Internet, but most of us have a list of our favorite sites, so it's a good idea to keep a perspective on what's important rather than subscribing to everything in sight.
Well, that's all for today. I look forward to your emails.
In episode 16 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe interviews fellow singer/songwriter Jonathan Ferguson. This episode also features some updates in Wiebe's concert schedule, and future podcast episodes.
Show Notes:
UPCOMING SHOWS: Nov. 12 @ Blind Beggar
GUEST INTERVIEW: Singer/Songwriter Jonathan Ferguson - MySpace | Twitter
PERFORMANCE: "Girl in a Little Green Car", Jonathan Ferguson
In episode 15 of the Interviews and Music Business Podcast, David and Keith discuss Vulcan Fest 2010 in more detail. This episode also features the latest Red Flame announcements, and a book review of John Tesh's Intelligence for Your Life.
Show Notes:
DISCUSSION: David and Keith discuss Vulcan Fest 2010 in more detail.
RED FLAME ANNOUNCEMENTS: David and Keith talk about the future of Red Flame.
BOOK REVIEW
David reviews John Tesh's Intelligence for Your Life.
Today I'm reviewing a book titled Intelligence for Your Life by John Tesh. Now you might be wondering what this book has to do with music. I also thought the same thing when the book was first given to me. As it turns out, there's more than meets the eye. And no, I'm not trying to make a Transformers reference.
I'm sure there are those out there who are familiar with John Tesh and his work. I have to admit, though, I really didn't know anything about him until I read his book.
As it turns out, Tesh is someone who's been playing music for a long time and has practically made a career out of it. He's been involved in radio and television for a long time, and for 8 years he was even one of the hosts of Entertainment Tonight.
After Tesh was married, there were some pretty big turning points in his life. He became a Christian, and decided to leave the celebrity gossip behind him to do music full time.
Today, Tesh is the host of Music and Intelligence for Your Life, a radio show where he dispenses tidbits of information that could be useful in your decision making.
The book is a lot like the radio show in that there's an abundance of "intelligence" tidbits scattered throughout the book. There are definitely some good suggestions, but it's a lot of information to try to process and apply to one's life all at once.
There are points at which Tesh talks about his life and his experiences, and in many respects those are the more interesting parts of the book. Unfortunately this is interspersed with random bits of self-help and health tips. I like working on myself too, it's just that the book doesn't feel like a cohesive whole. There are chapters that are literally 1 or 2 pages long, and that style didn't entirely sit well with me.
All in all, however, I really liked the book and I think it's definitely worth a read.
In episode 14 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe shares his experience at Vulcan Fest. This jam packed episode also features an interview with Tatenda Mambo, and several other goodies.
In episode 13 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe and Keith Skrastins discuss the latest music headlines, David's vacation to Portland, OR and SoCal, and the connection between music and visual mediums.
HEADLINES: Bon Jovi performs 72 different songs, Ringo Starr celebrates his 70th, Linkin Park announces new album, the Gallagher brothers call it quits.
DISCUSSION: David talks about his vacation to Portland, OR and SoCal.
FEATURE: The Connection Between Music and Visual Media. A discussion on how music has had an impact on a variety of visual mediums including photography, TV, movies, video games, and vice versa.
In episode 11 of the David Andrew Wiebe Interviews and Music Business Podcast, David interviews guitarist, mentor, and friend Daniel Guy Martin. Topics of discussion include social media, music promotion, and of course, guitar playing. This episode also features live in the studio performances by Daniel.
In the latest podcast episode, David Andrew Wiebe interviews Rock photographer Keith Skrastins. Keith reflects on the upsides and downsides of social media, the Calgary music scene, and his experience as a creative entrepreneur.
If you subscribed to the podcast from iTunes, you might be wondering where episode 9 is. I thought this deserved an explanation, so here's what happened.
As you may already know, in order to run a podcast, you need to set up an RSS feed. I use Movable Type to publish my podcast, and when you upload a new podcast media file, there's a check box asking you whether to block the file from iTunes or not. In Movable Type, this box is checked by default, and I think I may have forgotten to un-check this box when I first uploaded the file. As result, it doesn't show up in iTunes.
Technical details aside, I've actually tried to rectify this situation by deleting the file and uploading it again. This didn't work. I also tried deleting the blog post and re-posting the mp3. This didn't work either. I've actually tried a bunch of things to try to get it working, but as it stands it still doesn't show up in iTunes.
I guess I would be a little choked if the episode actually contained an awesome segment or a compelling interview, but I can tell you right now that it doesn't. Basically, it was just me getting behind a microphone to tell you that I was too busy to record another interview. I guess if you're a completist like me, you probably still want to hear this episode so here's how you can do that.
You can actually hear this episode at the podcast blog, which is located at www.daw-music.com/daw-podcast. Another option is to go to the blog and subscribe to the podcast feed there. That way, you should always get a complete listing of the available episodes.
Again, episode 9 isn't anything special, so don't feel like you have to go back and listen to it, but I just thought I would let you know what happened to it. Please feel free to move on to the next episode, or even episode 14, where I felt like I was really starting to hit my stride.
Here's another tip that might be helpful. Because I am constantly updating the show notes and RSS feed, it might be good to unsubscribe and re-subscribe to the podcast every once in awhile. This should help you stay updated with the changes I make to the episodes. Thanks for tuning in, and I hope this cleared things up a little.
In episode 9 of the podcast, David Andrew Wiebe gets behind a microphone to let you know about the latest and greatest in the adventures and misadventures of his life.
Show Notes:
UPDATE: David was swamped and didn't get around to interviewing another guest.
David Andrew Wiebe interviews local musician Chris Naish, who sheds some light on live performance, building a fan base, and keeping your head up regardless of what happens.
David Andrew Wiebe reflects on the last year with friends and colleagues Adam Burwash and Karl Abrahamson. Topics of discussion include: a trip to Australia, marriage, Franz Ferdinand, The Scorpions, and more.
Show Notes:
GUEST HOSTS: Adam Burwash and Karl Abrahamson.
UPDATE: David renames the podcast. It was originally called the David Andrew Wiebe Podcast. Its new name: David Andrew Wiebe Interviews and Music Business Podcast.
MUSIC: "I Know You", Shawn David Evans
DISCUSSION: David, Adam and Karl discuss Shawn's song.
HEADLINES: CD Baby donates $1 from every CD sold to Haiti relief, Franz Ferdinand upset about American label music placement with McDonald's, The Scorpions announce retirement and final CD release.
FEATURE: Karl talks about Australia, Adam talks about marriage, and David reflects on another year of live performance.
RED FLAME ANNOUNCEMENTS: The group discusses the projects they've worked on, and where they are headed in the future.
David Andrew Wiebe interviews drummer, composer, and arranger Shawn David Evans. Topics of discussion include: performing on a cruise ship, social media, the future of the music industry, and more.
Show Notes:
UPCOMING SHOWS: December 17 with The Pity Dates @ Kawa Espresso Bar, December 18 with The Pity Dates @ The Dog & Duck Public House & Restaurant, January 14 with The Pity Dates @ Tropicana Lounge & Grill.
In the latest episode of the David Andrew Wiebe Interviews and Music Business podcast, Mr. Wiebe recaps the previous two podcast episodes, showcases some new tunes, and offers us a new studio tip of the day.
In episode 4 of the David Andrew Wiebe Interviews and Music Business podcast, "Homie" interviews guitar instructor Patrick Zelinski. Topics of discussion include: Pro Tools, guitar (teaching, playing, recording, gear), the future of the music industry, and the local music scene.
Show Notes:
UPCOMING SHOWS: October 29 with Christopher James Connelly @ Kawa Espresso Bar, October 31 Halloween @ The House Coffee & Sanctuary, November 7 with Christopher James Connelly @ Good Earth Café, November 19 Overture Music Songwriting Workshop @ Cochrane Youth Centre, November 21 Gonzo Night @ The House Coffee & Sanctuary.
In episode 3 of the David Andrew Wiebe Interviews and Music Business Podcast, David interviews local singer/songwriter and youngster Lucas Chaisson. The podcast also features a look at David's new website projects, and 2 in-studio performances from guest Lucas Chaisson.
Show Notes:
GUEST HOST: Adam Burwash.
UPDATE: David talks about his latest website projects, including www.DAWSessions.com (now defunct), and www.DAWInterviews.com (also defunct). Text interviews can now be found here: http://www.daw-music.com/interviews/
GUEST INTERVIEW: Singer/Songwriter Lucas Chaisson - MySpace | Email
RED FLAME ANNOUNCEMENTS: None in particular.
LUCAS MENTIONS: U22 Productions, which offers performance opportunities for young talent.
Episode 2 of the David Andrew Wiebe Interviews and Music Business Podcast introduces us to David's alter-ego, "Adorable Andrew". Tune in to hear the "Adorable Andrew Theme", another studio tip of the day, and learn more about NES music and chiptunes.
You can read the transcription for this episode here.
#002: Adorable Andrew In Summary
As I look back, I can see that summer 2009 was a particularly productive time for creative projects. I spent quite a bit of time making videos for my Arctic Sunburn YouTube Channel (Arctic Sunburn is now AS Movies & Games), and as result, I wrote several new compositions to go along with the videos. I was just starting to produce podcast episodes as well.
I had no idea how much that YouTube channel would catch on. For what was essentially a few months' effort, I amassed about 60 subscribers and nearly 75,000 upload views (as of February 2013). Not monumental, but nothing to sneeze at either.
Having realized this, I started making more videos for this channel again recently. Realistically I know I won't be able to sustain regular uploads, but it's a fun side project and I will likely continue to create more content for it.
While I still find myself composing in MIDI, the days of loading up FL Studio and finding plugins for each track are essentially over. In the last year I've found a new workflow that works really well for me, and has enabled me to do more in the studio than I'd ever imagined possible.
This episode featured another Studio Tip of the Day. I have mentioned this before, but at the time I thought it could be one way of providing added value to my listeners. It did not remain as a long-term strategy, however.
In the first episode of the David Andrew Wiebe Interviews and Music Business Podcast, David talks about his experience of writing 365 songs in a year, and creating MIDI interpretations of those songs. This episode also features the latest on David's upcoming album, and a studio tip of the day.
You can read the transcription for this episode here.
#001: Project 365 In Summary
This was the first ever episode of the David Andrew Wiebe Interviews and Music Business Podcast. At the time it was simply called the David Andrew Wiebe Podcast and was intended as a news outlet for my music career; informing my fans about upcoming shows, projects and releases.
I began by talking a little bit about Project 365, an undertaking I took on in 2006. The object of the project was to write 365 songs over the course of one year.
This task was completed on December 21, 2006 with time to spare, how ever short, incomplete or poorly written the songs may have been. Somehow I wound up with 367 songs, but it's a good feeling to surpass your goal.
When I first began working on the podcast, I was also transcribing songs from Project 365 in a guitar-oriented software program called Power Tab. This would continue for a short while, but I never had any intention of transcribing all 365 songs so I publicly released a select number with a greater number still sitting on my hard drive. Some of the songs have become live favorites, while others have gone into my composition portfolio, with a select number appearing on YouTube.
I also touched on Back on Solid Ground in this show. It's still a little bittersweet to think about. This project still hasn't been officially completed, and it may be delayed for several more years as I write this in November 2012. The songs are all written, but Back on Solid Ground has been a victim of Duke Nukem Forever-itis (at least it did eventuallysee a release, right?).
The project was first recorded on FL Studio, and was later moved over to Sonar. Then, the engineer I was working with abandoned the project. I had to go and get all the files from him, but this took entirely too long. I do have the files now, but unfortunately I don't have Sonar and organizing the files may prove to be a bit of a hassle (the tracks weren't all labeled, and some of them may have to be manually dragged in time). At this point it may be best to start over and record the tracks fresh once the funding is in place.
I also had a Studio Tip of the Day in this episode, which is something I did in a few episodes. I was looking for ways to add a little bit of extra value to the show, but in hindsight it may not have been the most intelligently conceived idea. I don't think I had much of a concept of who my audience would be, and to assume that they would be studio engineers is sort of off-base (then again, maybe not). Defining my audience may have been a worthwhile process that I never really got around to.
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