#31: How To Learn Sound Design & Set Realistic Goals With Multiplier

In the latest episode of the EDM Prodcast, Sam Matla chats with the Jack of all music production trades, Multiplier. Even a quick look at Multiplier’s background will show you the intricate web of valuable music production resources he has contributed over time alongside his own releases. In this interview, we discuss the importance of artists bringing value, like Multiplier has, to the community and creative ways to do so. Beyond that, the chat shines light on many useful resources and techniques producers can use to monetize their work and grow their networks. We also cover guidelines for producers to start out with in jumping into sound design, and the importance of being a personality as well as an artist and educator. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What we talk about: - How to monetize your music consistently outside of touring - Creative ways to add value to the music industry - Balancing the use of ‘clickbait’ and quality-focused content to grow your network - Presenting content in an entertaining way - Where to begin learning sound design - The parallels between being an artist and an entrepreneur - Approaching your goals realistically yet ambitiously - Benefiting from producing for quantity over quality as a novice Cool stuff mentioned in the show: - ‘Trust Me, I'm Lying: Confessions of a Media Manipulator’ by Ryan Holiday: http://amzn.to/296v7q2 - ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ by Robert Kiyosaki: http://amzn.to/291O66d - ‘The 4-Hour Workweek’ by Timothy Ferriss: http://amzn.to/29aMUhv - 'Profit First' by Mike Michalowicz: http://amzn.to/296v2CC - 'Gonzo Marketing' by Christopher Locke: http://amzn.to/291O1zi - The ‘Comedian’s’ Comedian Podcast: http://www.comedianscomedian.com - Pensado’s Place: http://www.pensadosplace.tv Multiplier on the web: Website: http://www.multipliermusic.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MultiplierMusic Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MultiplierMusic Soundcloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/multiplier YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/MultiplierSounds Download for free on The Artist Union