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• 130. Becoming a Multi-Platinum Music Producer: Vince DiPasquale on Burnout, FaderPro & Authenticity | Part 2

  In Part 2 of our conversation with multi-platinum producer Vince DiPasquale (Madonna, Timberlake, Mariah Carey), we dive deeper into what it really takes to build a sustainable, creative, and fulfilling music career. From co-founding FaderPro, a groundbreaking music education platform, to remixing hits like “4 Minutes” in just four days, Vince shares the lessons learned across two decades in the industry. He breaks down the myth of “whatever it takes,” the realities of burnout, and why being fun to work with often matters more than gear. 🎧 Topics We Cover:The creation of FaderPro and its real-world education modelChoosing art over hustle with new band projectsThe “mixer’s game” and studio pressureWhy versatility in genre can both help and hurt your brandIncome stream evolution: from studio engineer to educatorWorking with Timberlake, remixing Mariah, and learning from every gigWhy networking > marketing when it comes to opportunitiesStanding up for proper recognition and pay as a producerMentorship, teaching, and building a better path for the next generation💬 “Does the world need another song? Yes—but it needs the right song.” — Vince DiPasquale 📌 Subscribe for weekly episodes that bring financial clarity and career strategy to independent musicians.🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform or watch every episode on our YouTube channel. #VinceDiPasquale #FaderPro #MusiciansTipJar #MusicProducerPodcast #MusicIndustryTips #ElectronicMusic #LogicPro #Ableton #MusicCareerAdvice #ProducerLife #IndependentMusician #BurnoutIsRealhttps://faderpro.com/authors/vincent-dipasqualehttps://www.instagram.com/vincent.di.pasquale/https://www.instagram.com/solacescapemusic/https://www.vincentdipasquale.com/vdp-musicIntro & 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.

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• 129. Engineering your Music path with Vince Dipasquale

  In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, hosts Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin interview multi-platinum producer Vince DiPasquale. They explore Vince's journey from his early love for music, through his education and struggles in the music industry, to his eventual success as a producer and educator. The conversation highlights the importance of saying yes to opportunities, the value of diverse income streams, and the role of mentorship in shaping a successful music career. Vince also shares insights on the challenges and decisions that come with pursuing a career in music, culminating in the founding of his online education platform, Fader Pro.takeawaysVince's early exposure to music came from his father's unique babysitting technique.He struggled with classical music education but developed a good ear for music.Saying yes to opportunities is crucial in the early stages of a music career.Diverse income streams are essential for sustainability in the music industry.Education and mentorship play a significant role in career development.Vince's transition from assistant to engineer was marked by hard work and perseverance.The importance of being fun to work with in the music industry.Vince's experience at Disney shaped his understanding of the music business.Fader Pro was born out of a desire to educate aspiring producers.The journey in music often involves scary choices and self-discovery.https://faderpro.com/authors/vincent-dipasqualehttps://www.instagram.com/vincent.di.pasquale/https://www.instagram.com/solacescapemusic/https://www.vincentdipasquale.com/vdp-musicIntro & 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.

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• 128. How to Gauge Your Progress as a Musician

  Title: S5 E14 – How to Gauge Your Progress as a Musician Description:In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, we dive into one of the most overlooked parts of building a sustainable music career — tracking your progress. Whether you're just starting out or deep in your professional journey, knowing where you stand helps you grow faster, stay focused, and celebrate the wins along the way. We break down simple ways to measure your creative, financial, and personal development. From tracking gigs and income streams to evaluating your skill growth and building a performance confidence log — this episode is packed with practical tools you can start using today. 🎯 Topics Covered:How to define success for yourselfWhat metrics matter (and what don’t)Creative Output Logs and Confidence TrackersMeasuring social and audience growthFinancial benchmarks for musiciansAvoiding burnout by seeing how far you’ve come📌 Quote of the episode:"You can’t improve what you don’t measure — but you can also get lost in the wrong numbers." This one’s for every artist who wants to move forward with clarity and confidence.More info at www.muscianstipjar.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/musicians-tip-jar--4698023/support.

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• 127. From Passion to Pro: How Music Mentorship & Networking Grow Your Career Fast

  In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, we break down the 5 most powerful ways to get personalized help in your music career:🎯 Mentorship🤝 Accountability partners🎤 Music community📚 Formal instruction📖 Self-guided learning Learn how to find a music mentor, build a strong network, stay motivated, and grow both creatively and financially as a musician. Whether you're just starting out or hitting a plateau, these tools will accelerate your success. 📈 Real stats, actionable steps, and resources included!💡 Featuring non-profit spotlights like Women in Music and practical tools to level up your skills. 👉 Subscribe for more musician-focused financial tips and career tools!📬 Visit: https://www.musicianstipjar.com🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more. #musicians #musicmentor #musiccareer #networking #artistdevelopment #musicbusiness #diyartist #musicianstipjarBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/musicians-tip-jar--4698023/support.

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• 126. Creating a Mission for Your Social Media : SEIDS Interview Part 2

  Build a clear mission for your socials and turn every post into progress with SEIDS, the Logic Pro X–savvy producer who’s grown 250K+ followers by posting with purpose.In this episode, SEIDS breaks down how to: Define a goal-driven content strategy so your feed works like an algorithmic GPS Reuse your everyday work as shareable clips—one activity, two outputs, zero extra hours Charge what you’re worth by asking for the budget first and walking away if it’s too low Foster community through transparency: share real rates, celebrate “one fan a day,” and recruit 1,000 superfans rather than chase hollow viralityWe also dive into her two-pillar revenue stack (tech partnerships plus paid courses), her “boss review” practice for brutal self-assessment, and the case study of how daily Logic Pro hacks landed her an Apple partnership.Follow SEIDS on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram for more tips, then kick off your own 30-day content streak with our simple caption template. If you love this deep dive, please rate and subscribe—and slam that Like button on YouTube—so we can keep delivering the finance and marketing insights you need to thrive in the music business. 👉 Follow SEIDS: https://www.instagram.com/seids_ https://www.youtube.com/seidsmusic https://www.tiktok.com/@seids https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Eipav5ZNY6ON1FReIYpKE?si=779SxjwnSGCDhG566RFMwA👉 Join our community: MusiciansTipJar.com | [email protected] #MusiciansTipJar #SocialMediaStrategy #MusicProducer #ContentCreation #MusicBusiness #LogicProXTutorials #SEIDSBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/musicians-tip-jar--4698023/support.

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