Musicians Tip Jar

• 140. Finding Where You Fit in the Music Industry w/ Elaine Ryan

  In our Season 5 finale, we sit down with musician, sync agent, and author Elaine Ryan (Unicorn Sync) to talk about what it really means to find your fit in today’s music industry. Elaine shares lessons from over 15 years in music—touring internationally, landing sync placements on NBC & Amazon, founding her own sync agency, and now publishing her first book Living a Music-Centered Life. We cover:Breaking through the intimidation of sync licensingWhy balance matters as much as hustleSetting fair rates (and when to say “no” to gigs)Redefining success beyond fame or Wikipedia pagesHow to live a truly music-centered life, on your own termsElaine even gifts us with a live reading from her upcoming book (including a bit in an Irish accent). 👉 Learn more about Elaine: elaineryan.ca | @elaineryanmusic👉 Support this week’s nonprofit: intermusicsf.org This episode closes out Season 5 with clarity, inspiration, and community. Whether you’re just starting out, gigging full time, or finding your second act—this one’s for you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/musicians-tip-jar--4698023/support.Visit MusiciansTipJar.com for more resources and tools to empower your financial journey.Intro & Outro Music Donated by: The Magi https://www.themagimusic.com Intro Read by: David “DJ” Lee of The Magi https://soundcloud.com/rockababyrock Pictures by: Kit Chalberg https://kitchalberg.com/

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• 139. Finding Your True Value as a Musician with Elaine Ryan

  🎙️ Episode S5E24 –  Finding Your True Value as a Musician with Elaine Ryan In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, hosts Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin sit down with Elaine Ryan — singer-songwriter, author, and founder of Unicorn Sync — to explore how musicians can discover, communicate, and confidently set their value in today’s music industry.Elaine shares her inspiring journey from gigging in Maui to building a thriving sync licensing agency in San Francisco, helping indie artists land placements in TV, film, and ads. She opens up about balancing creativity with income, launching her nonprofit Sync Music for Change, and writing her upcoming book Living a Music-Centered Life. 👉 Whether you’re a gigging musician, songwriter, or building your sync career, you’ll learn:How to define your unique value in musicWhy setting your rates matters (and how to do it without guilt)Tips for navigating sync licensing opportunitiesStrategies to balance fulfillment with financial stability💡 Key Quote from Elaine:“For me, it’s always been being able to create songs that I care about and get them heard by other people.”📌 Nonprofit of the Week: Maui Music Mission – bringing music education to kids and communities in need. 🔗 Don’t miss this conversation full of practical advice, inspiration, and a reminder that your music has real value.Elaine'swebsite: https://www.elaineryan.ca/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/mselaineryanBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/musicians-tip-jar--4698023/support.Visit MusiciansTipJar.com for more resources and tools to empower your financial journey.Intro & Outro Music Donated by: The Magi https://www.themagimusic.com Intro Read by: David “DJ” Lee of The Magi https://soundcloud.com/rockababyrock Pictures by: Kit Chalberg https://kitchalberg.com/

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• 138. What to Look for in a Record Label with Jenna LoMonaco

  Unlock insider knowledge from Jenna LoMonaco, Head of Marketing at ONErpm, in this exclusive Musicians Tip Jar interview. 🎶 With over 20 years in the music industry, Jenna shares what sets ONErpm apart as a 100% independent, self-owned company and how they empower artists with transparent deals, realistic advances, and proprietary technology. We dive into:Common mistakes musicians make on social media (and how to fix them)The importance of consistency and content planningONErpm’s artist-first mission and global reach across 43 officesHow to build a sustainable music career outside of the mainstreamUsing AI as a marketing tool (not a replacement for creativity)The most valuable investments independent artists should makeCareer advice on building a team, managers vs. lawyers, and long-term growthWhether you’re an indie musician, DIY artist, or industry professional, this conversation offers real-world strategies for growing your music career while staying in control. 👉 Subscribe for more musician money tips and industry insightsMore about ONErpm at https://onerpm.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/onerpm/Visit MusiciansTipJar.com for more resources and tools to empower your financial journey.Intro & Outro Music Donated by: The Magi https://www.themagimusic.com Intro Read by: David “DJ” Lee of The MagiBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/musicians-tip-jar--4698023/support.Visit MusiciansTipJar.com for more resources and tools to empower your financial journey.Intro & Outro Music Donated by: The Magi https://www.themagimusic.com Intro Read by: David “DJ” Lee of The Magi https://soundcloud.com/rockababyrock Pictures by: Kit Chalberg https://kitchalberg.com/

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• 137. How to Market to Your Genre with Jenna LoMonaco (ONErpm)

  In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, we sit down with Jenna LoMonaco, Head of U.S. Marketing at ONErpm and veteran digital strategist who has worked with Shawn Mendes, Nick Jonas, Demi Lovato, The Killers, and more. Jenna shares her journey from intern to label executive, and the key lessons she’s learned about:What labels actually look for in new artistsHow to build real, engaged fans (not just followers)Why genre-specific strategies matter and how to adapt themUsing social media without losing your authenticityThe balance between creative passion and hard dataIf you’ve ever wondered how to market your music more effectively, connect with true fans, and build a career with longevity, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. 🎧 Listen in and start defining the conversation you want to have with your audience.More about ONErpm at https://onerpm.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/onerpm/https://onerpm.com/Visit MusiciansTipJar.com for more resources and tools to empower your financial journey.Intro & Outro Music Donated by: The Magi https://www.themagimusic.com Intro Read by: David “DJ” Lee of The Magi https://soundcloud.com/rockababyrock Pictures by: Kit Chalberg https://kitchalberg.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/musicians-tip-jar--4698023/support.Visit MusiciansTipJar.com for more resources and tools to empower your financial journey.Intro & Outro Music Donated by: The Magi https://www.themagimusic.com Intro Read by: David “DJ” Lee of The Magi https://soundcloud.com/rockababyrock Pictures by: Kit Chalberg https://kitchalberg.com/

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• 136. Introduction to Money and Relationships in Music

  Money can strain any relationship—add gigs, touring, irregular income, and public-facing work, and it gets complicated fast. In this episode, Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin break down practical ways musicians (and their partners, bandmates, and teams) can navigate money, expectations, and emotional ups/downs without burning out—or each other.What you’ll learn How to budget around irregular income (and reduce stress with simple monthly forecasting) Touring realities: staying emotionally present when you’re miles apart Creative identity vs. partnership needs—protect both without resentment Public image, social life, and boundaries (what to post, what to discuss) Collaboration vs. competition inside creative couples and bands The role your personal “money relationship” plays in every other relationship A simple weekly action step to open the tough conversation you’ve been avoiding 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tips on money, music, and building a sustainable music career. #MusiciansTipJar #MusicBusiness #MoneyForMusicians #IndependentMusician #MusicCareerTips #MusicianFinance #MusicIndustryAdviceVisit MusiciansTipJar.com for more resources and tools to empower your financial journey.Intro & Outro Music Donated by: The Magi https://www.themagimusic.com Intro Read by: David “DJ” Lee of The Magi https://soundcloud.com/rockababyrock Pictures by: Kit Chalberg https://kitchalberg.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/musicians-tip-jar--4698023/support.Visit MusiciansTipJar.com for more resources and tools to empower your financial journey.Intro & Outro Music Donated by: The Magi https://www.themagimusic.com Intro Read by: David “DJ” Lee of The Magi https://soundcloud.com/rockababyrock Pictures by: Kit Chalberg https://kitchalberg.com/

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