EP#74: How To Recession Proof Your Music Through The Power of Home Recording

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Have the last few months of financial insecurity made you question if you can keep investing in your music? Many musicians are having to make some tough decisions when it comes to basic living costs, let alone their music careers. But inside this episode, Isobel shares how having the ability to record and produce yourself will not only save you money but can make you money too.

No, this isn’t some pie in the sky, “Let’s make a hit record, baby!” stuff. Making an income from your music isn’t always straightforward and there’s no sugar coating that. But having basic skills in recording and production is one of the best ways you can keep showing up as an artist, regardless of a global recession. Keep listening to find out how.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
{0:00} Intro
{06:06} What is the financial situation here in the UK right now?
{08:59} What are the financial challenges musicians are facing right now?
{11:40} How does this affect women specifically?
{17:26} How can you recession-proof your music?
{23:42} Episode summary
{24:34} How can you get financial help if you’re struggling right now?
{25:52} Next week’s teaser

• Read about the music gender pay gap in Music Business Weekly >>
• Read about Counting the Music Industry >>
• Get support from Help Musicians >>
• Get support from the Musicians Union >> 
• Funding from Arts Council England >>
• Fund your music through the PRSF >>
• Fund your music through Help Musicians >>

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