NDPNDNT Podcast

As you may have saw, Nic D was in Toronto and Chicago last week playing shows with Connor Price for thousands of people! Nic has been pretty vocal about not touring or playing shows ... so what changed?! And towards the end we answer some of your questions, specifically about the Pros/Cons of Spotify's Discovery Mode. Join the NDPNDNT Community for FREE at the link below: https://www.ndpndntpodcast.com

There is a lot of news about artists from Lil Wayne to Red Hot Chili Peppers who are selling their catalogs - what does this mean, how does this work, and what are the pros/cons? Learn all that and more in today's episode! Join the NDPNDNT Community for FREE at the link below! https://www.ndpndntpodcast.com

Find out why Nic D doesn't have a manager, all the roles Jon Kilmer plays for Mike., and so much more in this episode about building your team in the music industry! Join the NDPNDNT Community for FREE at the link below! https://www.ndpndntpodcast.com

In this Episode, Nic D welcomes our new co-host - Jon Kilmer! Join the free NDPNDNT community for extra content and to have your questions answered in an upcoming episode - NDPNDNTpodcast.com!

Connect with IG: @wshanelance TikTok: @wshanelance Welcome to the NDPNDT Podcast, the ultimate destination for independent musicians looking to learn from industry experts and take their careers to new heights. In this episode, your host Nic D is joined by special guest, Producer, and Mixing Engineer Shane Lance, for an in-depth discussion on co-writing, negotiations, and how producers can get paid through content. Together, they explore the world of co-writing and share their tips and strategies for collaborating with other artists to create compelling music. They also dive into the intricacies of negotiating deals as a producer and discuss the best ways to level up your home studio. In addition, Nic and Shane explore the various ways that producers can leverage content to generate income, and how to make a career as a producer. Whether you're a seasoned producer or just starting out in the industry, this episode of the NDPNDT Podcast is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice that you can use to take your career to the next level. So if you're an independent musician looking to navigate the complex world of co-writing, negotiations, and content creation, be sure to tune in to this must-listen episode of the NDPNDT Podcast. Connect with NDPNDNT: Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thendpndntpodcast Website: https://www.ndpndntmedia.com TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdrWKEes/ #

Welcome to the NDPNDNT Podcast In this episode, we have a special guest, "bubblegum funk" artist Fulton Lee, joining us to talk about how he is making a living as an independent artist in the modern music industry. Fulton Lee shares his journey of using short-form content to connect with his audience and promote his music on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. He discusses how he creates content that is not only engaging but also showcases his unique style and brand as an artist. Additionally, Fulton Lee dives into how he uses Spotify as a tool to distribute and monetize his music as an independent artist. He shares valuable insights into how he strategizes his releases and engages with his fans to increase his streams and grow his audience. Throughout the episode, Nic D and Fulton Lee have an engaging conversation about the challenges and opportunities of being an independent artist in today's music industry. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the world of independent music and how artists like Fulton Lee are making it work. So tune in to the NDPNDNT Podcast with Nic D and special guest Fulton Lee for an inspiring conversation about creativity, independence, and the power of short-form content and Spotify in the modern music industry. Connect with Fulton Lee IG: @Fultonleemusic TikTok: @fultonlee.music Connect with NDPNDNT: Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thendpndntpodcast Website: https://www.ndpndntmedia.com TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdrWKEes/ #

Connect with Sammy Rash IG: @sammyrash TikTok: @Sammyrash Spotify: Sammy Rash Welcome to the NDPNDNT podcast, a podcast for independent artists by independent artists.In this episode, we are joined by the talented independent musician, Sammy Rash. Sammy will be sharing with us his reasons for choosing to remain independent and the advantages he's gained as a result. Together, we'll be discussing the various benefits of being an independent artist, such as having full creative control, owning your own music, and retain your profits. We'll also be comparing that to what a label might do for you if you sign, and how many times that’s pretty much what you’ve already been doing. Connect with NDPNDNT: Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thendpndntpodcast Website: https://www.ndpndntmedia.com TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdrWKEes/ #

Spotify's new Discovery Mode feature is a powerful tool for independent artists looking to expand their reach on the platform. With this feature, artists can promote their music to a wider audience by prioritizing their songs in the algorithm that generates personalized playlists for users. By paying a small fee, independent artists can boost the visibility of their tracks, increasing the chances of being discovered by potential fans. This is especially beneficial for artists who may not have the same level of exposure as established acts on the platform. With Discovery Mode, they can get a foot in the door and start building their audience, leading to more streams, more followers, and more opportunities for success. Follow the NDPNDNT Podcast Tik Tok: @ndpndntpodcast IG: @ndpndntmedia Connect with NDPNDNT: Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thendpndntpodcast Website: https://www.ndpndntmedia.com TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdrWKEes/

She is one of the OG legends in the music industry. If you know anything about the history of HipHop, you know about this special guest. She founded the Rap Coalition in 1992 because she got tired of seeing how her favorite rappers were being mistreated and taken advantage of by the music industry. Rap coalition is an organization to help educate up and coming artists on how to put out music and make money off their music. Throughout the 1990s, she brokered landmark deals for artists including Cash Money Records legendary $30 million dollar deal with universal music group. She organized the rap Olympics in 1997 and invited Eminem after hearing his early demo tape Infinite. All together her clients have sold over $1 billion of sound recordings and we are so lucky to have her here today. This is WENDY DAY. Connect with Wendy: IG: https://www.instagram.com/rapcoalition/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rapcoalition Website: https://wendyday.com Connect with NDPNDNT: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NDPNDNTMedia Website: https://www.ndpndntmedia.com TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdrWKEes/ #WendyDay #IndependentArtists

Nic & Connor took to their social media pages to ask their followers if they had any questions relating to being an independent artist that they wanted answered. This will be the fifth of many Q&A episodes, and in today's podcast we touch on topics/questions such as: Is it a good idea to pay for features? What is industry standard for royalty splits with producers? How do Nic and Connor decide on split amounts? Does looking at music through a business lens cause the artist to sacrifice on the craft/creative side? Looking at songs as investments and how to create a positive ROI on them Connect with NDPNDNT: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NDPNDNTMedia Website: https://www.ndpndntmedia.com TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdrWKEes/

Nic & Connor took to their social media pages to ask their followers if they had any questions relating to being an independent artist that they wanted answered. There was an overwhelming amount of questions that flooded in and so we decided to make a Q&A series where we take the top questions and have Connor and Nic give their answers. This will be the fourth of many Q&A episodes, and in today's podcast we touch on topics/questions such as: How to choose what part of a song to promote. How many times should you promote a song? Is there such thing as over promotion? How to convert tiktok followers to IG followers. Don't confuse the algorithm. How often to post? The important of watch time. And much more! Connect with NDPNDNT: Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thendpndntpodcast Website: https://www.ndpndntmedia.com TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdrWKEes/

He’s a Canadian artist from Ottowa, Ontario, that’s gained an impressive half a million monthly listeners on Spotify. If you’re an artist that’s wanting to promote themself on social media, his TikTok account would be one to watch, with over 1.5 Million followers and consistent views in the millions: Welcome Zach Diamond. Connect with Zach Diamond: IG: https://www.instagram.com/zachdiamond_  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdiamond_  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5FRM46QLXYjCJb19bYq3qu?si=vjpyAdpISe2cpVUISl1aDw   Connect with NDPNDNT: Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thendpndntpodcast  Website: https://www.ndpndntmedia.com  TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdrWKEes/

He’s an absolute legend in the DJ scene hailing from Toronto, Ontario. He’s played at nightclubs in over 20 countries, has performed for huge events including London Fashion Week and the Olympics. This man has won an award for CANADIAN DJ OF THE YEAR, and most recently, gained an NBA Championship as the Official DJ for the Toronto Raptors. Please welcome: 4Korners!   Connect with 4KORNERS: IG: https://www.instagram.com/4korners TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@official4korners Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3OkT1SRceq0PfwGWmTvFab?si=4uQmbzDCRNqqrTtYCzU9jg  Connect with NDPNDNT: Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thendpndntpodcast Website: https://www.ndpndntmedia.com TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdrWKEes/