The Tim Kulig Free Music Podcast

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Tim Kulig is a music composer & producer that gives his music away for free, with attribution, under Creative Commons. Tim is currently creating a massive body of work for content creators, and this podcast is about forging relationships with as many of them as possible. The discussions will center around creators and their needs, trends in music in the content arena, as well as challenges creators face in the era of evolving algorithms, social media trends, and content and musical needs. As of August, 2023 Tim has a library of almost 500 songs and he plans on building this library to in excess of 2,000. Come join him on a journey of self discovery as well as a journey of discovery of creators that are in need of his work and are building their own following for their own passions and dreams!

  1. Aug 13 ·  Video

    EP107: "The Tommy D Interview"

    Tommy D has been battling an industry giant for the better part of 2 decades! In this episode, Tommy shares his 16-year battle against Live Nation/Ticketmaster, highlighting the monopolistic control over the music and festival industry, and advocating for independent promoters and fair pricing for fans. Come listen to this epic, crazy, and wild music industry story!   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Tommy D's background in music 01:59 Tommy D's early days promoting underground house parties 03:57 Building a club empire and the rise of EDM 07:54 Themes, lighting, and sound in creating the perfect vibe 12:04 Expansion to large venues and festivals 15:11 The initial deal with the State Fair Meadowlands 15:30 The start of the battle with Live Nation in 2011 16:05 Live Nation's attack and industry intimidation tactics 19:54 Legal battles, DOJ trial, and industry blacklisting 22:07 The fight for industry reform and independent promoters 25:02 The global spread of monopolistic control and its effects 29:50 Tommy D's current efforts and how fans can support 33:11 The importance of independent promoters and artist development 35:57 The need for legislation and public support 40:02 The future of the industry and Tommy D's vision   More about Tommy: https://www.tommydjuiceentertainment.com/   Follow me for more royalty free music: https://timkulig.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063945225723 https://www.patreon.com/timkulig https://www.instagram.com/timkuligfreemusic/ Tim Kulig \ timkulig.com

    EP107: "The Tommy D Interview"
  2. Aug 6 ·  Video

    EP106: "The Mark Winters Interview"

    In this episode, Mark Winters shares his extraordinary journey from rocket scientist to passionate musician, exploring how his engineering background influences his music creation and performance.  Mark has an amazing vibe - he took his analytical brain and rewrote the roadmap of his life to pursue music and musical expression.  What an inspiration! Discover insights on balancing technical skills with emotional expression, and learn how to build a sustainable music career through authenticity and community.  And, most importantly, do it all with a positive vibe!   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mark Winters' Journey 02:02 Mark's Background in Rocket Science and Aerospace Engineering 05:00 Transition from Aerospace to Music and the First Musical Experience 08:59 The Emotional Power of Music and Personal Connection 12:05 Learning Music: From Cover Songs to Original Composition 14:53 The Role of Music Theory and Discipline in Songwriting 20:13 Touring, Growth, and Building a Community 25:00 Balancing Technical Skills with Artistic Expression 30:03 Participating in Songwriting Retreats and Collaborations 34:56 Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Mistakes in Music Creation 39:53 Distribution Strategies and Building a Fan Base 45:10 The Future of Mark Winters' Musical Career 49:56 Final Thoughts and Personal Insights   Follow me for more royalty free music: https://timkulig.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063945225723 https://www.patreon.com/timkulig https://www.instagram.com/timkuligfreemusic/ Tim Kulig \ timkulig.com

    EP106: "The Mark Winters Interview"
  3. Jul 30 ·  Video

    EP105: "Phil Hall!"

    In this episode, Phil shares his fascinating journey through journalism, film critique, and acting, highlighting how serendipity and passion shaped his diverse career. We explore the evolution of media, the challenges of filmmaking, and the importance of adaptability in creative pursuits.   Key Topics Phil's early interest in journalism and movies His experience with Pace University and college journalism Transition from journalism to film critique and book writing Involvement with Wired magazine and early internet media Webcasting history and the Walls of Sand project Transition from media to public relations and independent film promotion Insights into acting and on-set experiences The evolution of journalism in the digital age   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Phil's background 01:03 Phil's journey into journalism and college experiences 02:03 How a missed interview led to a film critique career 03:30 Starting to write for the New York Daily News 07:34 Involvement with Wired magazine and early internet media 11:08 Launching a PR agency and transition to entertainment 15:35 Webcasting and the Walls of Sand project 20:37 Writing books and exploring film history 25:36 Acting experiences and lessons learned 35:41 The Nutmeg Chatter radio show and guest interviews 39:46 Evolution of journalism and digital media challenges 44:25 Current projects and future plans   Follow me for more royalty free music: https://timkulig.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063945225723 https://www.patreon.com/timkulig https://www.instagram.com/timkuligfreemusic/ Tim Kulig \ timkulig.com

    EP105: "Phil Hall!"

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Tim Kulig is a music composer & producer that gives his music away for free, with attribution, under Creative Commons. Tim is currently creating a massive body of work for content creators, and this podcast is about forging relationships with as many of them as possible. The discussions will center around creators and their needs, trends in music in the content arena, as well as challenges creators face in the era of evolving algorithms, social media trends, and content and musical needs. As of August, 2023 Tim has a library of almost 500 songs and he plans on building this library to in excess of 2,000. Come join him on a journey of self discovery as well as a journey of discovery of creators that are in need of his work and are building their own following for their own passions and dreams!