What does it really take to build a record that stands the test of time? In this behind-the-scenes session, we unpack how modern A&R actually works...(Read More)

Alex Dávila, From Talent to Team, "How Artists, Managers, and Executives Build Winning Partnerships” Building a successful music career isn’t just about talent—it’s about alignment...(Read More)

Modern Musician Lab: From Idea to Impact with Chase Jackson is a hands-on program designed for independent producers and musicians who want to build confidence, strengthen their creative process, and develop sustainable career habits... (READ MORE)

Join Andy Factor, veteran A&R executive and co-founder of Everloving Records, for an inside look at how an independent label executes a major release—from planning and production to global DSP rollout, merchandising, media, and international strategy... (Read More)

Join Laura Escudé for an online Expert Speaker Session designed for musicians, producers, and live performers, this session explores how Ableton Live can become more than a DAW... (Read More)

Join Pandion Music Foundation & creative strategist Laurel Stearns in this 60-minute case study that breaks down how grit, identity, and authentic audience connection can transform underground hustle into sustainable growth. (Read More...)

Join us for a hands-on, clarity-building workshop with Ko Kawashima, Executive Director of Pandion Music Foundation, as she breaks down what it truly means for independent artists to operate like resilient, strategic, long-term creative businesses. (read more...)

Join Pandion Music Foundation for a powerful conversation with Tom Sarig — label founder, investor, and CEO of AntiFragile Music — as he breaks down how mid-tier artists are attracting real capital today, and what it takes to prepare your rights, data, and strategy for investment. (read more...)

Join Pandion Music Foundation and music industry executive Cedar Boschan to learn the five key ways music generates income! Whether you're a musician, producer, or exploring a music career path, this workshop will help you start thinking strategically about your creative and financial future. (read more...)

What happens when a singer-songwriter writes a memoir — and makes it sing? In Terminally Smiling: A New Artist’s Way, Cinder Shine shares how she transformed her story — including cancer, loss, wild hope, and rainbow resilience — into an Audible experience filled with music, emotion, and truth (read more...)

Join us for a behind-the-scenes look into the work of Crucial Music. In this special session, Dan Waldkirch, Vice President of A&R and Operations, will walk us through how Crucial Music works with artists, what music supervisors are really looking for, and how musicians can better position their work for sync success (read more...)

Join us for an insightful discussion with Kelzana Artist Management's Kelsy Lartius Miguel and Tori Norman Castillo as they delve into the world of social media and ads for artists. This session will cover essential topics including developing a robust social media content strategy (read more...)

Let's kick off this new month with a little music! We’re excited to offer our community another opportunity to submit their songs for feedback! If this is your first time joining one of our community listening sessions, here’s how it works (read more...)

Join us for an exclusive Meet-and-Greet with Alec Stern, Music Supervisor and Head of Ads at Radish Music. This is a unique opportunity to connect directly with Alec, hear about the exciting projects he’s working on, and ask questions about sync, supervision, or navigating your own path in the industry (read more...)

Join us for a special Meet-and-Greet with Asha Dillion, Partner and SVP of Music Creative & Production at The Wilders. In this intimate Q&A session, Asha will share insights on her current projects, her creative process, and what she looks for when selecting music for film, TV, and branded content (read more...)

In moments of uncertainty or injustice, finding joy remains one of the most powerful acts of resistance. Join us for an interactive community conversation led by lyricist and songwriter Janet Buller, where we’ll explore what it means to intentionally cultivate joy in the face of adversity (read more...)

Join us for a behind-the-scenes look into the world of sync licensing with Lauren Light, co-owner of the powerhouse agency twoOHsix Music. In this session, we’ll explore what sync agents look for when signing artists, how the pitching process works, and the key traits that make a song placement-ready (read more...)

Last month's community listening session was so good we just had to come back with another one! We’re excited to offer our community another opportunity to submit their songs for feedback! If this is your first time joining one of our community listening sessions, here’s how it works (read more...)

We’re back with another Community Listening Session! 🎶✨ These sessions offer the perfect opportunity to celebrate the amazing creativity within our community, share music, and provide supportive, constructive feedback to fellow artists (read more...)

Whether you're looking to fund your next music project, tour, or creative endeavor, this live workshop is designed to help you navigate the world of grant writing with confidence and clarity. Led by grant writer Mallorey Wallace, this session will break down the fundamentals of crafting compelling proposals that center your artistic voice (read more...)

Ever wondered what BMI actually does, and how it fits into your journey as a music creator? Join us for an engaging and informative workshop with David Streit, Senior Director of Creative at Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), as we explore the ins and outs of one of the largest performing rights organizations in the United States (read more...)

Join us for a special live conversation with Maya Coppola as we explore the art of writing impactful lyrics. In this interactive session, Maya will share her own songwriting journey, creative process, and the inspiration behind her work, while inviting participants to reflect on their own approach to lyric writing (read more...)

In this practical and engaging session, Jeremy Grant from Backstage Wellness will guide participants through everyday tools for managing stress and creating more balance in their lives. With a focus on approachable, sustainable strategies, this workshop will explore how better sleep, (read more...)

Join us for an interactive session exploring the powerful connection between mental health and everyday lifestyle choices. In this conversation-led workshop with Nicole Blonder, we’ll dive into how factors like nutrition, movement, relationships, career, and sleep all play a role in our overall well-being (read more...)

Step into financial empowerment with the Entertainment Community Fund! Join us for an engaging session that explores the role of money in your life as a performing arts professional. Learn how to develop a mindset that promotes financial well-being (read more...)

Join us for this insightful workshop with Brianna Shelko! This session is designed for music creators looking to expand their revenue streams through sync licensing and entrepreneurship. Brianna Shelko, an award-winning songwriter and founder of Level Up Music Productions (read more...)

In honor of Financial Literacy Month, this workshop will equip independent music creators with essential financial strategies to support their artistic careers. William Thompson, is a manager and Sr. Financial Planner at Mercer Advisors (read more...)

We’re excited to announce our next event as part of Pandion's Music Industry Insights Workshop Series: "Doubt Riding Shotgun w/Dave Hill Jr."—a powerful session on navigating self-doubt in creative work. Dave Hill Jr. is a singer-songwriter, executive coach, and former marketing exec who helped shape the global growth of music tech brands like Ableton and iZotope (read more...)

Understanding metadata is essential for any artist looking to protect their work, get properly credited, and maximize their earnings in today’s music industry. Join us for a community-led conversation with Lisa Dunn, an accomplished vocalist known for her powerhouse performances and (read more...)

PMF Community, we have to pivot for our upcoming workshop this Wednesday, March 12th with the GRAMMY Museum’s Julie Mutnansky. It will be rescheduled—we promise—and in its place we will offer a PMF Community Listening Session (read more...)

Join us for an inspiring online session with Joanna Batemits, a New York-based music supervisor and Founder of CLUB S’AKOÚO, as part of our Pandion Music Industry Insights Workshop Series. With over a decade of experience working with global brands like (read more...)

Kick off our College Edition workshop series with singer-songwriter Raine! A rising artist and current UCLA student, Raine has balanced academics with a growing music career—landing on Spotify’s New Music Friday (read more...)

Calling all indie artists and music creators! Sync licensing is one of the most exciting ways to build a sustainable music career (read more...)

Join us for an empowering and insightful workshop with Kenya McGuire Johnson, a holistic wellness coach, artist, and creative entrepreneur, as she guides us through the essentials of maintaining wellness in the music industry (read more...)

We’re wrapping up the first month of 2025 with a fun Community Listening Session! 🎶✨ These sessions offer the perfect opportunity to celebrate the amazing creativity within our community, share music, and provide supportive, constructive feedback to fellow artists (read more...)

We’re thrilled to announce a new segment of our PMF Workshop Program: Community Conversations! 🎉 These special sessions are designed to foster connection and dialogue among fellow musicians, offering a space (read more...)

We’re excited to announce that our programming resumes this week with an inspiring online event featuring Kelsey Mitchell, an award-winning music supervisor (read more...)

Join us for an inspiring online session with Joanna Batemits, a New York-based music supervisor and Founder of CLUB S’AKOÚO, as part of our Pandion Music Industry Insights Workshop Series (read more...)

The holiday season is here, and we’re ready to wrap up 2024 with joy, music, and community! Join us for another PMF Holiday Mixer & Music BINGO with the talented Mark Wilder. Bring your favorite cocktail or mocktail and your festive spirit for this fun, interactive session that’s perfect for music lovers of all levels (read more...)

Unlock the art of finding and pitching the perfect song for any project in this engaging workshop with Mallory Zumbach, founder of Maximal Music Sync. With nearly two decades of experience in music sync and business affairs, (RE

Are you ready to turn your passion for music into a sustainable career? Join Kelsy Lartius Miguel, Founder & Director of Artist Development at Kelzana Artist Management, for an engaging workshop on building a solid foundation for long-term success (read more...)

Unlock the realities of sync licensing shortcuts in this insightful session with Jon Mizrachi, Head of Sync at Bodega Sync, the licensing arm of Symphonic Distribution. With over two decades of experience in creative licensing (read more...)

Explore the world of sync licensing with Lou Lanser, Director of Creative Sync and A&R for The Greater Goods Co., as she shares her expertise on building a path for independent artists to thrive in today’s music industry. Originally from Boise, Idaho (read more...)

Join us for an inspiring session with acclaimed producer and multi-instrumentalist Beto Hale as he explores the art of merging Latin and American musical styles to captivate a global audience. Born and raised in Mexico City (read more...)

We are hosting our last Community Listening Session of the year!! This is your chance to submit one song in any stage of writing or production and get feedback from the hosts! We will listen to everyone’s songs in randomized order, (read more...)

We have another incredible music supervisor meet-and-greet lined up for our Pandion community! If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to meet a top industry professional, get insider advice, and learn how to increase your chances of landing sync deals, this is the perfect workshop for you (read more...)

The world of music sync licensing can be both exciting and complex, with opportunities spanning across advertisements, film, TV, and more. But how do you navigate this dynamic industry and ensure you're maximizing your earnings? Join Mike Locke, co-founder of Silver Side Productions (read more...)

Join us for this insightful workshop where you'll gain valuable knowledge on the complexities of music licensing and sync from industry expert, Ryan Gaines. As the founder of Mutiny Recordings, Ryan has navigated the evolving music landscape to secure high-profile placements in TV shows, feature films, and global marketing campaigns, (read more...)

Join award-winning songwriter and certified master life coach, Rebekah Powell, as she shares her tried-and-true tips for creating songs that connect, inspire, and resonate with listeners. In this interactive workshop, Rebekah will dive into the "golden rules" of songwriting that every writer should know (read more...)

Join us for another wonderful music supervisor meet-and-greet event with Yvette Metoyer, an accomplished music supervisor whose impressive career includes working on iconic TV shows and films. This free event is the perfect opportunity to connect directly with a music supervisor and get answers to your burning questions about sync and music supervision (read more...)

Dive into the world of music supervision with Glory Lanphear, President of Song & Film. In this workshop, Glory will share valuable insights and lessons learned from working with top music supervisors in the industry. Discover what supervisors are really looking for and how to position your music for success in film, television, and beyond (read more...)

Unlock your creative potential and elevate your music production skills with Chrissy Tignor, an accomplished music producer, recording engineer, and former Berklee College of Music professor. In this workshop, Chrissy will share cutting-edge techniques and innovative approaches that can take your sound to the next level (read more...)

Are you ready to get your music noticed by sync agents but not sure where to start? Join us for an insightful workshop with Chelsey Coy, co-owner of twoOHsix Music. This session will help you prepare your music and assets to increase your chances of success when submitting to sync licensing agents! (read more...)

We are so excited to have award-winning music supervisor, Eric Kalver join us this month! Eric is an award winning music supervisor, music director, songwriter, arranger, and drummer that has worked on popular video games (read more...)

We are thrilled to invite you to this workshop led by the Head of Songtradr Talent, Becky Wixon! Becky has carved out a notable career in the music industry with her exceptional skills in creating bespoke compositions and crafting unique sonic brands. Her extensive experience includes working with top-tier clients and delivering compelling soundscapes that perfectly align with brand identities. (read more...)

We are excited to invite you to this captivating music production workshop led by talented music producer, DJ, and music technology educator, Dope Candi! (read more...)

Join us for an inspiring and transformative workshop with renowned multidisciplinary artist and facilitator, Dani Lunn. Learn how to integrate mindful movement into your daily practice and utilize vocal expression as a tool for creativity and emotional release. (read more...

Join us for an exciting hour of song feedback! We are hosting another Community Listening Session, where you will get the opportunity to submit one song in any stage of writing or production and get feedback from the hosts! (read more...)

We have another awesome music supervisor meet-and-greet workshop for our Pandion community! Have you been looking for more opportunities to meet music supervisors face-to-face, and get the chance to hear directly from them what tips they have for artists to increase their chances of getting their music synced? Well you've come to the right place! (read more...)

A shared struggle among musicians that many run into as we work on building our music careers is how to build relationships and surround ourselves with the people who will help support our journeys and our lives in music. First, how do we find the people that we want to meet who might be they keys to the next steps in our careers? Second, how do we reach out, connect, and grow a relationship with these people? (read more...)

According to a Pitchfork article, "In 2021, the Journal of Psychiatric Research published a peer-reviewed report titled 'Mental health issues among international touring professionals in the music industry'—based on a pre-pandemic survey of 1,154 individuals—that showed 'greatly elevated' rates of clinical depression and stress in comparison to the general population, and levels of suicidality that are five times the average rate of the U.S. population." (read more...)

Have you ever dreamt of meeting a Grammy-winning artist to hear how they got to where they are today? How did they meet the people in their circle? How did they acquire the skills needed to create such a quality piece of music worthy of winning a Grammy award? Well now is your chance! (read more...)

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge from the founder of Songs For Film & TV! Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your music journey, this meet-and-greet with David Fisher will provide you with inspiration and practical advice to advance your career... (read more)

Are you eager to learn more about the fast-paced changes in the music industry? Then look no further! We are thrilled to have Bobby Rymer join us for another Pandion workshop! Bobby is a Nashville-based music publisher with 40 years of experience in the music business... (read more)

We know a lot of music creators who have questions about the future of music production and the role of AI, so let's get some answers to these questions! We are thrilled to invite Levi Downey on as a mentor for a Pandion workshop! ... (read more)

Curious about how to write a standout song that captures the attention of music supervisors and agency representatives? Then join us for this insightful workshop with Eric Campbell, owner of sus3 Music! Sus3 Music is a sync agency providing one stop songs to music supervisors, production companies and ad agencies, and he is joining us to share his tips on how to write the strongest songs for sync!"... (read more)

Come meet another music supe! Jennifer Pyken has overseen the music for dozens of movies and over a 1,000 episodes of television. Her skillful sonic curation efforts have been recognized by her peers, she was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Music Supervision and won the Guild of Music Supervisors award for Best Drama for This Is Us. (read more...)

We get so many questions about composing and how to get work as a composer, so we are thrilled to invite Carla Patullo on as mentor for a Pandion workshop! (read more...)

Founder and Creative Director at Anacrusis, Liz Rogers is joining us to share more tips and tricks to growing our sync licensing toolkits! What do we mean by "sync licensing toolkit" you might ask? Toolkits might include strategies we can use to help get our music represented by sync agencies, best practices for building relationships with supervisors, how we can improve our networking skills, plus so much more! (read more...)

Join us for an exciting hour of song feedback! We are hosting another Community Listening Session, where you will get the opportunity to submit one song in any stage of writing or production and get feedback from the hosts! (read more...)

The art of music can be embodied in many forms, and as music creators, we're always looking for new tools that help us further unlock our creative potential. Explore the power of mindful creation, and don't miss out on this transformative workshop experience! (read more...)

Let's talk networking! We can't emphasize enough how important networking is in the career of a creative. And not only in music careers, but any other freelance career path that is self-managed and self-forged -- networking skills are the GOLDEN tools that you want in your toolbox! (read more...)

It can be intimidating and overwhelming when you’re first starting to enter the world of sync licensing. Don’t worry — we feel you! Even musicians who are seasoned pros know and have felt this at some point in their careers. It can be a huge help to hear the stories of those who have reached success in the sync industry, and hear where they started, and how they got to where they are today. (read more...)

Sometimes building a music career can be overwhelming and it can be intimidating knowing where to start. Onaje McDowell writes in an article from the Grammy Museum, "for many young people looking to get their foot in the door, questions like 'who do I need to meet?,' 'what kinds of jobs can I do?' and 'where do I really even begin?' still persist." ...(read more)

We know our community loves to meet music supervisors, so we have another meet-and-greet workshop for planned for you! Sami Posner is a GMS Award-nominated music supervisor and the founder of Blue Lily Music...(read more)

We're excited to host another Music Supervisor meet-and-greet workshop, giving our participants the opportunity to meet another professional with her hand in creating the soundtracks that we know and love. (read more...)

We love hearing tricks and tips for songwriting and collaboration from other experienced and professional songwriters who are DOING IT! It's always so valuable to gain insider tools from artists who have developed tried and true strategies to help build upon their own songwriting techniques, that we can use to help build our own unique methods. (read more...)

We all know the biggest name in the world of on-demand streaming services: Netflix. Netlflix changed the way we watch TV and movies, and continues to dominate the scene. As independent artists looking to learn more about the entertainment industry and how it can help our careers, wouldn't it be cool if we could get a behind-the-scenes look from an insider themselves? (read more...)

There's more to the sync world than just gaining knowledge about it -- what about learning how we pick and pitch our songs? Once we've built a repertoire, how do we choose our best tracks to present to the execs that will potentially license them? (read more...)

What is it like to be behind the turntable at a nightclub or on a radio show, in control of the music that is played for a large audience? What is it like to help lead the creation of a soundtrack for a film or TV show, or find the perfect song to bolster the message in an advertisement?... (read more).

Kimera Morrell is a professional singer, music entrepreneur, and mentor, and has founded Singers Success Pack which includes a Master List of 35 Revenue Streams for Singers. Kimera is on a mission to reshape our idea of a music career... (read more).

As an author, recording artist, songwriter, and sought after coach, Tara Shannon guides the next generation of music creators to transform into successful entrepreneurs in the ever evolving landscape of the music business - emphasizing that to be successful in the business of music, you first need to be successful in the business of YOU... (read more).

Let's talk sync, and how we can make the GRAMMYS an attainable goal in our music careers! Sync expert, songwriter and lyricist, Amira Gadd is a voting member of the GRAMMYS herself, and in her years of experience writing music for sync she has compiled a toolbox of techniques and strategies that have helped her reach her artist goals that we are excited for her to share with us... (read more).

We’re excited to welcome John Newcomer who has worked in music licensing in some capacity for nearly 20 years. He is here to share the secrets behind how to write music for sync, while still maintaining the music’s artistry and authenticity. (read more...)

So you're an independent musician managing your own music career, and trying to balance a job that pays the bills with your music and all the managerial activities that come along with it, as well as whatever other time-demanding life activities. It feels like you have NO spare time! So when someone tells you that in order to find success in sync licensing, you need to network and build relationships with music supervisors and put in the research around this, you are overwhelmed to say the least...(read more)

As musicians looking to get more involved in the world of sync licensing, we often ask ourselves the question: "How can I make the music I write work for sync?" Of course we want to stay authentic to our artist identities, and stay on-brand, but can we do that while also making our music more sync-able?...(read more)

It can be disheartening when we work so hard, but don't always see tangible rewards for the music we create. It might feel futile writing song after song and still failing to earn a sync placement. Finding mentors, teachers, and experts in the industry who can provide tips, tricks and inspiration to stay on-track and achieve our goals can have immeasurable benefits to our careers...(read more)

Happy New Year! We have big sync goals for 2024, and want to be a resource for you to learn more about how to maximize your opportunities for achieving sync placements this year...(read more)

We can't believe it's almost holiday break already! 2024 is just around the corner, and we have exciting events, workshops and livestreams planned for the New Year! But, before we tie up the year, we wanted to throw a little online holiday party and music BINGO event! ... (read more)

When it comes to writing and producing music for promos and trailers - it's a whole other ballgame. Just as the production for a folk song and a hip hop song would look completely different, the production for promos and trailers music is a unique beast of its own as well... (read more)

Music is a language, and learning how to talk about it to best get ideas and concepts across to others can be a skill to master all on its own. We run into this need for verbal musical communication in many settings, whether it be from artist to producer, from supervisor to show runner, or countless others... (read more)

Music supervisors hold an extremely important role in the entertainment industry, and with it, a power to either serve in the fight against this ongoing crisis of underrepresentation in Hollywood, or contribute to it. Tiffany Anders is a supervisor who has chosen to aid in the fight. (read more...)

Numerous musicians use their art to paint a historical context of their cultural backgrounds - the struggles and triumphs that their ancestors, past and emerging, have experienced. Just as books and novels are used to depict stories and folktales, similarly, songs can be storytelling devices that use lyrical imagery and melody to tell a tale.
Elena Rodriguez-DePaul joins us to acknowledge some of the artists from our history, and presently who use song as a form of storytelling and activism in the fight for Civil Rights and bring further awareness to the Indigenous peoples who have experienced genocide. (read more...)

Musicians and music-lovers alike understand the power that music holds to transform, uplift, rejuvenate, and inspire. Through art and music we are able to reconnect with our roots and with the Earth, and reach new heights in our wellness and connectedness to our environments and the people and communities around us.
In a continuation of our focus on music through a Native lens, this coming Wednesday Wade Fernandez will be joining us to speak about music as medicine. (read more...)

Music has always held a unique capacity to inspire social change through the use of emotive lyrics and melodies, with dedicated songwriters behind the pen. Phyllis writes "songs that speak to Indigenous realities and also point to the power of her cultures's spirituality, using astronomy and mythology to educate and support through hundreds of years of deprivation and mistreatment." - Larry K., Say Magazine (read more...)

It's time to meet another music supervisor! We're thrilled to have Greg Sweeney joining us. He is an award-winning, veteran music supervisor working for Motive Creative focusing on theatrical trailers and promos for such clients as A24, Apple+, Amazon, Max, Netflix, Focus Features, MGM, Searchlight, and Sony Pictures. (read more...)

It's so important that we find those people in the music industry who have been through the ups and downs, and overcome trials and tribulations to build a sustainable career for themselves. They are like a sturdy raft strong enough to brace the storms we all feel. It benefits us to gather inspiration from these folks and gain insight as we forge our own paths on the music landscape. (read more...)

Your voice is an instrument! Just as you would tune, clean, service, and repair a physical instrument after repetitive use, you must get into a practice of caring for your vocal cords in a similar way. This care routine can include techniques to keep your cords flexible and healthy. (read more...)

We're diving into the art of streamlining your music licensing efforts like never before. Let's learn the essential techniques and tools to maximize our music pitches and effortlessly organize our sync workflow! (read more...)

What Up Pitches?! We're here with this awesome team of women - Pei Pei Chung, Celia Rose, and Mariela Arredondo - from music production house and licensing agency, What Up Pitches. If you're curious to learn more about what goes on behind the scenes of a licensing agency, look no further! (read more...)

Whether we are new to sync licensing, or seasoned pro's, we know how complicated and multi-faceted this industry can be, with endless amounts of information to learn. It sometimes feels like you need a whole Undergrad degree in sync licensing just to feel like you have your head on your shoulders! (read more...)

Where does one begin diving into the world of sync as a music creator? Jené Etheridge is here to help us see into this world -- breaking down misconceived notions and helping build our tool chest so the journey ahead looks less ominous. (read more...)

We've all probably heard by now about sync licensing as a tool for musicians' career growth and for making a more sustainable income as an indie artist. But, this knowledge has probably come primarily from music supervisors, agents, or musicians themselves. There's a piece of the puzzle that might still be missing from the full picture of this side of the industry -- and that is, sync licensing from a music editor's perspective. (read more...)

We are hosting a Community Listening Session! What is a Community Listening Session you might ask? Well, during this event we will be listening to songs that our community sends in for group listening, and YOU will have the chance to give feedback as well as send us ONE song of your own for listening! (read more...)

From MTV to YouTube, music videos have always held a special place in our hearts. Lyric videos are a relatively new development as the industry has evolved to revolve around streaming and visual content. As musicians, it's a gift and source of excitement and inspiration that a career can give us the opportunity to meld multiple art forms. Yet this requires us to be multi-faceted artists, and creating diverse pieces surrounding a music release, such as music videos or cover art, can be challenging... (read more)

Whether it be the trials and tribulations of touring, recording, performance, writing, or any of the other endless facets of a music career, there are many times when an artist might find themselves frustrated or stuck in a rut. Mental health and wellness support for musicians is critical and something still lacking in the industry... (read more)

How do we build a unique artist brand while still staying authentic to ourselves? How do we stand out in a sea of other music creators, and how do we do so without losing touch with our roots? It's a fine balance, learning to promote yourself as an artist while also staying true to who you are... (read more)

It's that time again--time to meet another music supe! For the month of July, we have invited Jennifer Mandel from Uncle Agnes Music Supervision to chat with us about how we can learn to advance our careers and explore rewarding paths in the world of sync licensing. (read more)...

We always love a peek into the brains of songwriters! And when it comes to sync licensing, you have to have a dial tuned to a different spot to help make songs that would work in film, TV, or ads. So let's keep gathering those tricks and tips on how to move the dial and adjust the music we're already making to work in the sync world. (read more)...

If you're looking for advice and insight from someone who's deeply rooted in the music industry, and has built their own career from the bottom up, you won't want to miss our workshop with Bobby Rymer! (read more)...

Calling all indie artists!! At Pandion, we love inviting mentors to discuss the ins-and-outs of sync licensing and music supervision, because getting into the world of sync can be an amazing way for artists to build a more steady stream of income. (read more)...

Let's talk sync licensing with another Music Supervisor for our end-of-the-month meet-and-greet! (read more)...

This workshop introduces The MLC, discusses why self-published writers should become Members of The MLC, and why registering your songs with The MLC is critical to ensuring you receive ALL of the royalties you are entitled to when your songs are streamed in the U.S. Serona Elton serves as Head of Educational Partnerships at The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC). (read more)...

Publishing is often a largely misunderstood side of the music licensing industry. There is often confusion regarding what benefits a publishing contract can bring an artist, or whether or not an artist is ready for a publisher at any particular point in their career. We are thrilled for Noreen to join us for a workshop to debunk misconceptions and break down music publishing to the gritty details. (read more)...

How do we make space for pitching our music for sync placements? That's what agencies are here for! Founder of Sweet On Top agency, Kristina Benson is joining us for a workshop all about Sync Licensing (read more)...

It's that time again -- time to meet another music supe! We're getting up close and personal with founder of Groomsy Music, Crystal Grooms Mangano! ...

Back in the day, it would have been hard for us to believe that we'd get to the point where recording vocals and instruments at home would be as easy as a click of your mouse. With our technological advancements, and the progress that the developers have made with DAW (digital audio workspace) software, it's now possible for those of us on budgets who want to save money on recording to do it all at home...

There's a reason record labels, managers, agents, and PR & marketing reps all exist in the music industry -- releasing music takes a LOT of work and a LOT of preparation. It often takes a whole team of people to release just one song to ensure that the artist gains maximum press coverage to help bring as many eyes and ears to their release as possible. So, if you're an indie artist and are not signed to a label, how in the world do you do all of this yourself? ...

Wendy Parr (The Holistic Artist Coach) is one of those people who can motivate, inspire, and uplift all at once. As a multi-talented artist and songwriter herself, she is here to give us an inside look at her brain on songwriting!

We've made leaps and bounds when it comes to inclusion in the music industry over the decades, but some may be surprised by how far we still have to go. When you look at the stats, minority groups are still vastly underrepresented in almost every area of the field. Dr. Stacy Smith of the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative comments on the issue, "We know there are talented women from all backgrounds who are not getting access, opportunity, or credit for their work in this arena.” ...

Music mastering might seem like an illusive, alien species to many of us. What is this thing we call "mastering" in the music industry, anyway? We know that it's a […]

Let's BOOGIE! Tim Bern is here with us from DISCO.ac to explain, well, just what the heck DISCO.ac is all about!! If you've been in the sync licensing world for […]

We're coming at you with Clearly Music Services' music supervisor, Jonathan Lane, and music coordinator, Caleb McFadden, for a dual meet-and-greet opportunity that you won't want to miss! These music supervision pro's are here to give you all those golden nugget tips on how to navigate the sync world, hone the quality of your music, and how to have a better chance of getting your music into the hands of the big supes.

Let's go electronic! You know those cool cats behind the turntable at the club or those crazy cool synth sounds on the dance track you just can't get enough of? DJ-ing and electronic music have an important place in the music scene, and there are endless things to learn about this genre of music...

You know those super-human types that seem to be able to do it all? Well Wendy Parr is one of those people. Wendy is an artist of many talents, with one hand in the creative songwriting side and the other in artist career-building and empowerment. A mastermind of building a life around creativity and music, you might say. Best known as The Holistic Artist Coach, Wendy has 20+ years in the entertainment industry, her mission being to empower artists to define their artistic purpose and create a career they love.

This Aussie’s got the coolest stuff to share—from music supervision with The Elements Music, to…van life??! As Head of Music Supervision and Artist Partnerships for The Elements, Nick Maker curates and creates music for some of the world’s biggest brands through licensing, original compositions, artist partnerships, and everything in between.

Who better to get sync advice from than the ultimate sync expert, songwriter and lyricist, Amira Gadd! Amira is a mentor, consultant, panelist, moderator and speaker in the sync world, sharing what she knows about the music industry with others eager to learn. And we're here for it!

If you're a creator, you likely know how it feels to want to throw in the towel - your Grandma's voice echoing in your head, "so when are you going to get a 'real' job?" But we're here with Elaine Ryan to help you stand up to Grandma, and all the other external pressures that cause doubt and insecurity as an artist.

How do we present ourselves in ways that make us feel strong and empowered and true to ourselves while also standing out in a pond full of millions of others?

Kimera Morrell is on a mission to reshape our idea of a music career. With 20 revenue streams such as remote studio gigging, sync licensing, acapella licensing, sample packs, and plugins, Kimera is an authority in the space of music entrepreneurship and a coach to many prosperous creatives.

Sync up with our first music supervisor guest of the New Year!
An incredibly prolific music supervisor is here to give us an inside look at his work supervising alongside some of the biggest names in the industry.

Let your vocals do the work!
Being an indie musician can be a huge challenge, but sometimes there are more opportunity gems hidden in unexpected places.

Finding your community and your career cheerleaders - the indie way!
How do you fight for something you believe in, in yourself, in your future? How do we network as indie artists and build a community of people who believe in us?

Meta-whata?
Michèle Vice-Maslin is an Emmy Winning, #1 hit music producer/Music Arranger/ Songwriter, Music Publisher, and is here to give us the whole story, and share the importance of this thing we call "metadata."

The best kind of gift -- MUSIC!
Cheers to the end of 2022! The New Year is just a hop, skip and a jump away, and we want to give 2023 a warm welcome! Let’s reminisce with Mark Wilder about music wins from the past year and goals for the year ahead. Don’t forget to bring your drink of choice and a holiday sweater if you have one just for good measure 😉

Our octopus teacher!
Audio engineers and producers are like an octopus -- 8 legs all working independently for the benefit of the whole. But unlike octopi, all that coordination and choreography happens in their heads, making it so important to have a good teacher who can explain this magic.

Whipping up goals for the New Year!
BIG sync goals are IN for the New Year! Let's talk about how indie musicians can write more "syncable" tunes, retain their rights, be their own managers, and make real income from their music. Now THAT'S a hot take!

The music supervision behind some of our favorite TV series!
Join us with Tiffany Anders to hear what goes on behind the scenes, and maybe even gain some tips about how you could have a greater chance of getting your own music in a soundtrack!

The creative bug bit you, now what to do about it?If you’re here, chances are you’re a music creator like us, and you’ve got a whole sea of creative juices […]

But what does a hummingbird moth have to do with it?Dear Future Self, we call it a ‘music journey’ for a reason! It’s not meant to happen overnight—don’t forget that. […]

Quality over quantity, right? In some cases, it’s the opposite.Quantity over quality? It might sound contradictory to what you’ve heard all your life—but Steve Collom will explain why in music […]

What the heck is this DAW thing, anyway??Join us with Nick Phelps to discover tricks, tips, and secrets and wrapping your wits around these magical and mystical software's. Nick Phelps […]

Most creators have heard of sync licensing. It’s for the pop artists and the jingle-makers, right? WRONG!We’re here to tell you that times have changed, and sync licensing is here […]