Supajam Education

What were Matt's best (& WORST) experiences as a sound engineer?! - Interview

In this week's podcast, students Owen and Mac chat to the extremely experienced sound engineer & music producer, Matt Smyth.

 

He was just back from doing a special audio installation at Paris Fashion Week!

 

Listen in for:

 

• Career tips for sound engineering & music production
• How to blend creativity & technical skills
• How to manage problems or issues during a live gig
• And some of Matt's funniest stories from live concerts!

 

Find out how our students made & released an entire album of original music!

In this week's episode we go behind the scenes how our student Alex - with some help from Richard and Emma - created and released an entire album of music!

 

During the interview, you will find out:

 

• How using samples of voice messages added meaning to the tracks
• How finding the good in people inspired a track on the album
• How to get over writer's block
• Why discarding an idea can sometimes lead you to a better one
• And much more tips on making an album!

So if you're an artist who wants to create an album one day, this is a must listen!

Need a music manager or want to be one? Here is what you need to know... - Ollie from Niche Crush - Part 2

I hope you enjoyed part one of this bumper episode...

 

In this part 2, Ollie - who has had over 20 years experience in the music industry - tells us everything you need to know when looking for a music manager - and how to be a good one if that's what you want to become!

 

It is also loaded with extra bonus tips on the music industry, and if you heard part 1, you know this one is going to be good!!!

 

Thanks again to Ollie for sharing his story and advice!

 

Chapters:

 

If you are looking for a manager or want to be one

• When is a band ready for a manager?

• Things to look for OR avoid in a manager?

• Why no manager should ask a band for money up front

• Why managers should prove themselves before you sign with them

• How often, good managers will find you

• Talk to managers in person when deciding - not just email

• How managers should act like a guide or coach

• The exact skills to look for in a manager

• How to research a manager and avoid scams

• The reasons someone might want to manage you

• If you want to be a manager yourself

Other advice

• Coming up with goals

• Setting actions and to-do lists

• What would Ollie say to his younger self?

• Knowing when to stop on a project and move to another thing

• How to trust your instinct

• Rules for not pestering people too much

• Always following up with a new piece of news

• What is coming up with Ollie’s own band, Niche Crush

• Getting a steady stream of music / content

• 6-8 week cycles for song promotion

• Why you might not want to put out your best song first

• Will Ollie ever be a manager again?!

• Mental health in the music industry

• Why it’s hard work but still the best job ever!  

Listen to this if you want a BIG ADVANTAGE in the MUSIC INDUSTRY - PART ONE - Ollie from Niche Crush

If I was the CEO of SupaJam, I'd make it MANDATORY TO LISTEN TO THIS!

 

No seriously... 

 

In this episode, Ollie - who has had over 20 years experience in the music industry - breaks down how it all works...

 

...and explains what you can do to make the most out of it!!!

 

If you listen to this, and really try to do the things he advises, you will have a massive advantage over other people trying to break into the music industry.

 

And this is ONLY PART ONE of our chat...!

 

Starting a band and getting gigs

• Finding band members
• Reaching out to similar artists to network
• How to set up gig swaps with bands in other towns
• What to say in your messages to other bands

Music Industry Advice

• What it was like running a music blog
• How to find music industry jobs that aren’t on Indeed
• Getting work experience
• How to get your name as the one people think of and want to recommend
• Tapping into the live music scene
• How trying to do everything 100% online might not work that well
• How to sell yourself to make it an easy “YES” for your dream employer

What are labels looking for?

• What do A&R people look for?
• What are labels NOT looking for?
• How labels want everything as a great all round package
• How do you get to the point of getting signed?
• How managers can help you so much
• Writing press releases
• What NOT to send to industry people
• What is a radio plugger?
• Difference between radio plugger and PR?
• How approaching independents first is a good idea

What are our students music career dreams like? - Artist Interview - Calvin and Leon

In this week's podcast, we hear from 2 students; who are also amazing artists!

 

Listen in to find out:

 

• What their dreams are for their career
• What steps they are taking along the way
• How they found performing at their first ever live show
• And career advice and tips that will help you with your own music!

Calvin is mostly into music production and the composition of sound tracks for TV/ Games.

 

Leon is mostly into singing, writing and performing.

 

Enjoy!

Creating photographs from METEORITE DUST?!? - Our Students find out how! - Melanie King Interview

In this week's podcast, we interview the incredible artist, Melanie King, who mainly works in photography at the moment...

 

... Including a project where she 

1. takes a photo of a meteorite,
2.  then crushes up the meteorite, 
3. then uses the dust to develop the photo of the meteorite!! 
4. MIND BLOWN!

 

Check out the full podcast below to find out more about this and:

 

• Using other interesting materials in photography
• How Kent's creative scene compares with "Up North"
• What equipment she started with VS now
• Tips on exhibiting your work

 

Thank you to Melanie for sharing her story & time, and to the students who helped me with the interview!!!

How to find a career YOU LOVE - We interview the makers of the Favourite Positions Podcast!

In this week's podcast, our student's interview the makers of the Favourite Positions podcast.

 

They specialise in helping people find careers & jobs they love!

 

Tune into this episode to find out:

 

• What jobs they did before podcasting
• Tips on starting a podcast of your own
• How they think broadcasting / podcasting has changed over the years
• and more!

Legally Distinct Game show - SEASON FINALE - WHO WILL WIN?!?!?

In this bonus episode of our podcast,

Louis hosts the Legally Distinct Game Show's "Victory Lap Part II"!

 

Can Gary name the Roman or Greek Gods correctly?

Is a saxophone a brass or woodwind instrument?

Will there be sports questions for Callum?

And what will be your score if you play along?!?

 

Tune in to this exciting episode to find out all this and more... and most importantly, WHO WILL BE CROWNED CHAMPION?!!?

 

 

How did Pyro Radio build a successful YouTube channel and Radio Station?!?

In this week's episode of The Creative Industries Podcast, we interview successful YouTubbers and Radio Station owners, Pyro Radio!

 

They have been in the game since 2016, and have hosted the biggest names in drum and bass, and grime.

 

Listen in if you want tips on:

 

• How to get any music project off the ground with no budget
• How to get over imposter syndrome and other challenges
• The steps they took to launch their YouTube Channel

A huge thank you to Lee and Antonio for visiting & sharing their story!

Our students interview THE band proving disabled bands can rule the stage too!

Joel, Alfie, Kacie and Elliot have been working really hard to review 'The Rock House' event that we attended on Monday.

 

The event is a regular night where 'learning disabled bands rule the stage'. Students were an excellent role model to Supajam and they interviewed one of the bands on the night, as well as taking photos.

 

Then on Tuesday, they edited the interview and photos and wrote an excellent review. This has all been sent to the charity who organised the event.

 

Enjoy!