Pick Yourself
54 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingPick Yourself is the number one podcast that helps you build and grow your electronic music artist career. You will learn strategies, mindset, tactics, and tools that you can implement today to break through tomorrow. If you're an electronic music producer or DJ, this podcast is made for you. The show airs weekly on Tuesday and covers topics like "how to get more bookings", "the best release promotion strategy for electronic music", or "how to find the perfect record label". Moreover, you will get behind-the-scenes interviews with some of the most respected artists, label owners, booking agents, music PR specialists, and club owners in the industry.Pick Yourself is hosted by Philip Röder, founder of Copilco Productions, a mixing and mastering studio specializing in electronic music. The title of the show is an homage to Seth Godin, one of the wisest mentors out there.
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Episodes
Linn Elisabet Interview - Acts of Rebellion and Electronic Music With a Mission
May 26, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBRead an in-depth blog post here: https://pickyourself.com/skills-mindset/linn-elisabet-interview/ Get the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music" for free: https://pickyourself.com/free/ Support the Show.
How to Write an Artist Bio that Stands out - Interview with Dee Cunning from Aboutitude
December 14, 2020 16:00 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MBFind a detailed blog post on this topic here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the Free PDF Join our community of like-minded music producers in our private Facebook group. Support the Show.
10 Music Industry Secrets That Will Help You Succeed in 2020
August 12, 2020 15:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBIn this episode, I’m sharing the ten biggest music industry secrets that will help you build a meaningful, long-term music career. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Join our community of like-minded music producers in our private Facebook group. Support the show (http://www.pickyourselfpodcast.com/free)
10 Music Industry Secrets That Will Help You Succeed in 2021
August 12, 2020 15:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBIn this episode, I’m sharing the ten biggest music industry secrets that will help you build a meaningful, long-term music career. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Join our community of like-minded music producers in our private Facebook group. Support the Show.
How To Make Money From Music And Turn Your Passion Into A Career
August 04, 2020 06:00 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBFind a detailed blog post on this topic here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Join our community of like-minded music producers in our private Facebook group. Support the Show.
The Secret Behind An Awesome EPK for musicians and DJs
July 28, 2020 15:00 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBIn this week's episode, we're going to talk about how to craft a highly effective electronic press kit (EPK) which bloggers and journalists actually want to consume. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Join our community of like-minded music producers in our private Facebook group. Support the Show.
Music Production Tutorials - The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
July 21, 2020 06:00 - 32 minutes - 45 MBIn this episode, I'm going to bust the three biggest myths that keep popping up in music production tutorials. Free education is great, but you have to be careful and be able to separate facts from opinions. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Join our community of like-minded music producers in our private Facebook group. Support the Show.
The Three Best Music Marketing Strategies That Actually Work
July 14, 2020 06:00 - 24 minutes - 34 MBForget about short-sighted tactics. These three music marketing strategies are designed to lead to success in the long run. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Join our community of like-minded music producers in our private Facebook group. Support the Show.
Overcoming Impostor Syndrome As An Artist
July 07, 2020 06:00 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MBIn this week's episode, we're talking about a very common issue among music producers and many other creatives: Impostor Syndrome. I'm going to share with you three steps that will help you overcome impostor syndrome as an artist. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Join our community of like-minded music producers in our private Facebook group. S...
How to get on Beatport charts (and why it doesn't really matter)
June 30, 2020 06:00 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode, you're going to learn what exactly it takes to get your track charted on Beatport, Juno, Traxsource, or any other platform. That being said, I don't believe it makes sense to run after chart positions. So listen to what you should do instead! Find a detailed blog post on this topic here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Join our community of like-minded music producers in o...
Is Spotify Bad For Artists? The Streaming Discussion Revisited
June 23, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBSpotify and other streaming platforms have a notoriously bad reputation among artists and labels. But let's take a closer look and really find out what the streaming era means for upcoming artists. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Feeling overwhelmed as an artist? Here's how to deal with it
June 16, 2020 06:00 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this episode, you're going to learn how to deal with overwhelm as an artist. I'm going to share with you five strategies that have helped me in the past and I'm sure they're going to help you too. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Should Music Be Political? Why Artists Need To Speak Out
June 09, 2020 06:00 - 19 minutes - 27.3 MBThe death of George Floyd, caused by racist police brutality, has once again raised the question whether music should be political or not. Do artists have an obligation to speak out? I believe they do, especially now in the Techno and House Music scene. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
How To Get Better At Mixing (5 Easy Steps)
June 02, 2020 06:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBIn this episode, we're talking about how you can get better at mixing your songs. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
5 Reasons Why You Need A Website As A Music Producer Or DJ
May 26, 2020 06:00 - 36 minutes - 50 MBIn his episode, you're going to learn why you need a website as a music producer or DJ. If you think that having a SoundCloud profile and an Instagram channel is enough, think again. You need at least ONE channel you truly own. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Ghost-Producing Techno And House - The New Normal Or The Death Of Our Scene
May 19, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBIn this week's episode, we're discussing a spicy topic: Ghost-producing. Is it okay if somebody else writes and produces a song for you? What about credits and royalties? And most importantly: What about honesty towards your fans? Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Kraftwerk And Techno: What Today's Music Producers Can Learn From Them
May 12, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBIn this episode, I'm going to share five things with you that you as an upcoming electronic music producer can learn from the iconic band Kraftwerk. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
9 Critical Success Habits Of Music Producers And DJs
May 05, 2020 06:00 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBIn this episode, you're going to learn 9 critical success habits of music producers and DJs. Find a detailed blog post here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
How To Overcome Writer's Block As A Music Producer
April 28, 2020 06:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this episode of Pick Yourself, I'm giving you five strategies to deal with writer's block and get creative again. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
What Is The Best DAW For Electronic Music?
April 21, 2020 06:00 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBIn this episode of Pick Yourself, we're discussing whether there's a best DAW for electronic music. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Are Record Labels Still Relevant?
April 14, 2020 06:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode, we're discussing whether labels are still important or not today. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Art vs. Capitalism And How To Escape The Dilemma
April 07, 2020 10:00 - 23 minutes - 32.5 MBIn this episode, we're discussing how to escape the dilemma of making meaningful art in a capitalist system. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Generate Song Ideas In Electronic Music Like A Pro
March 31, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MBIn this episode, you're going to learn 5 tricks to generate song ideas in electronic music. Find a detailed blog post on this topic here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
How To Survive Any Crisis As An Artist
March 24, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBIn this episode, we're talking about how to prepare for any crisis as an artist. Find a detailed blog post on this episode here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Artist Image Development - Dos And Don'ts
March 17, 2020 07:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBIn this week's episode of Pick Yourself, we're taking a closer look at developing your artist image the right way. Find a detailed blog post for this episode here Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Things Successful Artists Do
March 10, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MBAfter last week's episode on what successful artists don't do, we'll now talk about what they DO. In this episode you will learn which healthy behaviour and actions you might want to adopt to make success more likely. Find a detailed blog post for this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Things Successful Artists Don't Do
March 03, 2020 06:00 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this episode, we're talking about behaviors, habits, and actions successful artists try to avoid so they don't harm their music career. Find a detailed blog post to this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Should You Mix And Master Your Own Music?
February 25, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MBIn this episode, you're going to find out if and when it makes sense to mix and master your own tracks. The answer (coming from someone who makes a living from this) might surprise you! Find a detailed blog post for this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Time management for music producers and DJs - The Secret To Success
February 18, 2020 07:00 - 35 minutes - 48.7 MBIn this episode of Pick Yourself, we're going to talk about time management techniques for music producers and DJs. Find a detailed blog post on the topic of this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Should You Study Electronic Music Or Learn By Yourself?
February 11, 2020 17:00 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MBIn episode 24 of Pick Yourself, we're discussing the possibilities of learning music production. From studying a university degree to taking short courses, 1-on-1 coaching to self-learning. You can find a detailed blog post to this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Setting Goals For Your Music Career
February 04, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MBSetting the right goals as a music producer or DJ isn't as easy as it sounds. In this episode, you're going to find out how to design goals that make a difference, are measurable, and bring you closer to your long-term vision. Find a detailed blog post for this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Join the Pick Yourself community in our private Facebook group. Support the Show.
Measuring Success as an Electronic Music Producer or DJ
December 10, 2019 11:00 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBMeasuring success as an electronic music producer or DJ can be quite tricky. Which metrics make sense? What are these figures telling you? In this episode, I'm going to show you the three dimensions you should look at when analyzing your last year. Find a detailed blog post for this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Gear for Electronic Music Production - The Ultimate Guide
December 03, 2019 07:00 - 40 minutes - 55.4 MBIn this episode of Pick Yourself, we're talking about strategic gear purchases and what you really need to move your artist career forward. Find a detailed blog post to this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Finish More Songs With These 7 Tricks
November 26, 2019 07:00 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBIn this episode, you're going to learn how to overcome writers block as well as the "stuck in the loop" syndrome. I'm going to show you my 7 best tricks that will help you finish more songs. Find a detailed blog post to this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Should You Start a Record Label?
November 19, 2019 07:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBThe big question that plagues many upcoming artists: Should I start a record label of my own? With thousands of other net labes and new releases being pushed into the market, why would it even make sense to do this? In this episode of Pick Yourself, you will learn the five big benefits of doing so. Additionally, I will mention some potential dangers that come with starting a label. You can find a detailed blog post on this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Se...
How to Submit Songs to Labels
November 12, 2019 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MBIn this episode of Pick Yourself, we're going to take a look behind the scenes of successful demo submissions to record labels. Sending songs to labels is an art-form and there are many pitfalls. You can find a detailed blog post for this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
How to Deal with Perfectionism as an Artist
November 05, 2019 11:00 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MBOvercoming perfectionism as an artist can be tough. It's our arch enemy, our nemesis. But you can actually use it to your advantage instead of fighting it. In this episode, I'm going to show you three ways of dealing with perfectionism as an artist. Find a detailed blog post here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
7 Ways to Appeal to Music Industry Professionals
October 29, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MBThis episode of Pick Yourself shows you 7 ways to appeal to electronic music industry professionals. You can find a detailed blog post on this week's topic here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF. Support the Show.
Instagram for DJs and Producers - Blessing or Curse?
October 22, 2019 06:00 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBIn this episode of Pick Yourself we're taking a look at the changing role of Instagram and its influence on the electronic music scene. I'm going to share my five hypotheses on the future role of this platform for upcoming artists. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
A Meaningful Social Media Strategy For DJs And Electronic Music Producers
October 15, 2019 07:00 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBMost social media strategies out there are really only a collection of tips & tricks. Here's my take on the topic. Enjoy a deep dive into social media for DJs and producers. Find a detailed blog post for this episode here. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Why Finding Your Tribe As An Artist Will Boost Your Career
October 08, 2019 06:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MBIn this blog post and podcast episode, you're going to learn why finding your tribe as an artist will determine your success. The concept of "Tribes" is based on a book by Seth Godin. I'm going to use his ideas to help you identify, lead, and grow your tribe as an electronic music artist. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Why Finding Your Tribe As An Artist Will Boost Your Career
October 08, 2019 06:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MBIn this blog post and podcast episode, you're going to learn why finding your tribe as an artist will determine your success. The concept of "Tribes" is based on a book by Seth Godin. I'm going to use his ideas to help you identify, lead, and grow your tribe as an electronic music artist. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the show
How To Build A Fanbase Of 1000 True Fans In Five Stages
October 01, 2019 10:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MBIn this episode of Pick Yourself, you're going to learn how to build a fanbase over five stages in your artist career. The goal is to reach 1000 true fans, which is all you need to make a full-time living off your music. This number is based on an article by Kevin Kelly (founder of WIRED) and we're going to dissect his theory in this episode as well. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Suppor...
How to build an artist brand without feeling awkward
September 24, 2019 09:00 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this podcast episode, I'm going to show you the three key aspects that will help you build your artist brand. Before we come to that, I'm going to explain the main obstacle that upcoming electronic music artists are facing. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Why networking in the music industry is a stupid tactic and what you should do instead
September 17, 2019 07:00 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBIn this episode, I'm going to explain why I think networking in the music industry is a bad idea and what I believe is a better approach. I'm going to show you the three key ingredients that I find most important when it comes to building relationships in the music industry. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Five Ways To Earn Money As An Artist While Building Your Career
September 10, 2019 08:00 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBIn this podcast episode and blog post, you're going to learn five smart ways to earn money as an artist. You're probably far away from making a full time living off your music. To help you survive (and build your career at the same time), I've put together five ideas that will help you make money as a producer. These types of side-hustles will not only generate income but actually help you grow your music career instead of crushing your soul (as many side-jobs do). Start growing your artist...
The Best Release Promotion Strategy For Electronic Music
September 03, 2019 15:00 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MBIn this podcast episode, you're going to learn more about my favorite release promotion strategy for electronic music. I have been recommending this approach to my clients and it has worked extremely well (if you're willing to put in the work). I'm coining this the S.M.O.-Strategy, which stands for Story, Momentum, and Outreach. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
How To Stand Out As An Upcoming Artist
August 27, 2019 13:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBIn this episode of the podcast, you're going to learn three strategies that will help you stand out as an upcoming artist. In order to show you why uniqueness is so important, I'm going to introduce what I call the "copycat trap" first. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.
Music Marketing Is Not What You Think It Is
August 20, 2019 11:00 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MBWe need to talk about music marketing. No other field in the music industry has such a bad reputation or gets more glorified. Sounds strange, right? Well, I've found that these are the two most common ways to think about music marketing. And that is problematic. People either cry "sell-out" if somebody dares to point out the importance of music marketing, or they overestimate its importance and think that with the right type of music promotion, you can make everyone a star in the electronic ...
Dead Skin Cells – Kamikaze Space Programme Interview (Part 2)
August 13, 2019 07:00 - 42 minutes - 57.8 MBDead Skin Cells is the newest album by Christopher Jarman aka Kamikaze Space Programme. In the second part of our interview, Chris talks about the creative process and what it means to put out an album these days. Moreover, we dive into what has influenced this release and why the album is probably the best example of creative reinvention. Start growing your artist career and download the "Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Electronic Music Artists": Get the free PDF Support the Show.