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Season 2, Ep 1 or we can call it Episode 31
Universal Music's TikTok Exit, Co-Writer Vetting, Nashville's Influence, and More! 
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE: 
 In this episode, Charles and Chase discuss the impact of Universal Music pulling their artists from TikTok and the importance of vetting co-writers and their affiliations. They also explore the benefits of collaborating with major publishers and the influence of Nashville on the music industry.  
 The conversation touches on the significance of building an email list, the importance of metadata labeling for cover tunes, and reviews of various singles by Katie Cole, Flora Cash, and Livingmore. They also discuss Chase Walker Band's single ‘Move Ya' and Chase's upcoming EP. The episode concludes with a discussion on writing songs with sync in mind and the power of a single song in the industry. 
Takeaways 
🌟 Vetting co-writers and their affiliations is crucial to avoid potential issues with sync licensing. 
🌟 Collaborating with major publishers can open up more opportunities for an artist's music. 
🌟 Nashville is experiencing a shift in influence, with other music scenes trying to emulate its style. 
🌟 Building an email list is important for independent artists to connect directly with their fans. 
🌟 Proper metadata labeling is essential for cover tunes to ensure clearances and avoid confusion. 
🌟 Authenticity and specific emotions in songwriting can make a song more versatile for sync placements. 
🌟 A single song can have a significant impact on an artist's career and attract industry attention. 
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CHAPTERS: 
 0:00 Introduction 
1:17 Impact of Universal Music pulling artists from TikTok  
5:08 Benefits of collaborating with major publishers  
8:30 Nashville’s influence on the music industry 
10:34 The importance of building an email list 
11:44 The significance of cover tunes and metadata labeling 
12:29 Review of Katie Cole’s single “Believe” 
13:54 Review of Flora Cash’s single “Dragon” 
15:04 Review of Livingmore’s single “No Vacation” 
39:00 Discussion on Chase Walker’s upcoming EP 
50:23 Writing songs with sync in mind 
52:47 The power of a single song in the industry 
 
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🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes. 
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Sync Agent, Charles Levan of Blue Buddha, breaks down songs synced in Season 6, of Love Is Blind. What are the trends in Sync and what Sync Agents are looking for.

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Sync Agent, Charles Levan of Blue Buddha, breaks down songs synced in Season 6, of Love Is Blind. What are the trends in Sync and what Sync Agents are looking for.

SyncRiffs Podcast
🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here:  https://mailchi.mp/b61df3981662/abngm...

🎧 Sign up for our 10-week LIVE sync & Songwriting Masterclass:
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📨 Email:  bluebuddha909@gmail.com
🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/
📸 Instagram: @‌bluebuddhaent @‌syncriffs

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🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

Music: "Flying Tigers" from Magic Tiger

Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment
This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2023

#musiclicensing #musicindustry #synceducation #syncagent 
Support the show

Sync Agent, Charles Levan of Blue Buddha, breaks down songs synced in Season 6, of Love Is Blind. What are the trends in Sync and what Sync Agents are looking for.

SyncRiffs Podcast
🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here:  https://mailchi.mp/b61df3981662/abngm...

🎧 Sign up for our 10-week LIVE sync & Songwriting Masterclass:
https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/s...

🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEnt...

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CONTACT US:

📨 Email:  bluebuddha909@gmail.com
🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/
📸 Instagram: @‌bluebuddhaent @‌syncriffs

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🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

Music: "Flying Tigers" from Magic Tiger

Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment
This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2023

#musiclicensing #musicindustry #synceducation #syncagent #indieartists
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EP. 30: INTERVIEW WITH MUSIC SUPERVISOR ANN KLINE

This week on SyncRiffs, Charles sits down with Ann Kline, an experienced music supervisor and attorney with film and television credits including some of the most successful and prestigious television series (ER, The West Wing, Shameless, The Good Doctor, etc.).

Ann’s experience is unique in that it combines high level creative skills for placing music with the ability to understand the increasingly complex content rights landscape and negotiate deals addressing complex rights issues among myriad interconnected parties including artists, managers, attorneys, agents, composers, producers, writers, directors, labels, publishers, networks and studios. Ann is also a frequent speaker at industry events including SXSW, TIFF, etc. Ann has taught Music Supervision at UCLA extension and mentored several women who have gone on to become successful music industry executives and music supervisors.

Follow Ann Kline on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theannkline/

0:00 Introduction
1:44 Ann’s initial work in the music industry
3:24 Working with John Wells Production
5:25 Ann’s musical palette & influences
7:35 Streaming content vs. traditional cable format
10:00 Working with showrunners & music budgets
11:02 Tying in sync to marketing music from the majors
12:14 Working catalog music (period shows)
12:58 Working on the show Aquarius
14:35 Evergreen artists and sync
17:10 Art vs. Commerce
18:20 The pacing of legacy Shows vs. streaming content
20:18 When a music supervisor is brought onto a show
21:55 The benefits of working onsite vs. remote
23:02 The nuances of syncing a song to picture
26:16 Benefits of working with a sync agent
27:00 What sync agents do
29:00 Working with trustworthy agents & partners
30:00 Benefits of meditation
36:29 Sensory deprivation + floating
38:00 What’s on repeat on Ann’s playlist

🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry.

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🎵Sync & Songwriting Masterclass
🎵Sync & Songwriting Strategy Workshop
🎵Working With a Sync Agent Minicourse
🎵Listening Sessions & more to come!

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Music: "Flying Tigers" from Magic Tiger

Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment
This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2023
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EP. 29: INTERVIEW WITH MUSIC SUPERVISOR JENNIFER SMITH 
 This week on SyncRiffs, Charles sits down with Jennifer Smith, a Los Angeles based Music Supervisor with over a decade of experience in music and film/TV. Jennifer's impressive career includes working on shows such as America’s Best Dance Crew, Dancing With The Stars, The Ellen Show, and Netflix’s Deadly Illusions. She is also the founder of her own music supervision company, Rat Dance Party, which specializes in Film, TV.
Jennifer's work has been featured on projects produced by Showtime, Paramount+, Netflix, Viacom, Shorts TV, Amazon, Pluto TV, NBC, Voltage Pictures, Indican Productions, Kiss & Tale Productions and many more. When she's not working, Jennifer is teaching as part of the music business faculty at the Los Angeles College Of Music or hanging out with her pet rats. 
Jennifer is a board member of The Guild Of Music Supervisors and a member of the Television Academy, Women In Media, Women In Music, and the Recording Academy. Don't miss this episode to hear from a true industry expert! 
 (Note: At the time of this interview, the WGA-SAG AFTRA strike was occurring. Since the airing of this episode, a deal has been reached.) 
 Follow Jennifer on IG at: @rat_dance_party 
On the web: https://www.ratdanceparty.com/ 
 
0:00 Introduction 
1:05 Background and work 
1:58 Breaking into the Industry 
1:26 Working at Kobalt 
3:46 American Idol 
4:13 Sonic Storytellers 
5:31 Understanding all angles of the music industry 
7:30 Forming Rat Dance Party Music Supervision 
8:52 Mentorship Programs and Jennifer’s work 
10:05 Working & Teaching Artists 
11:30 WGA - Sag Aftra Strike + Music Supervisors forming a union 
12:56 Protections during Covid 
13:50 Protections and Equity for Music Supervisions 
17:08 Giving Folks the tools for Change 
17:27 Relationships with your Show runners & creating change 
18:30 A livable wage in the Entertainment Industry 
19:33 Working through the studios & Show runner to create change 
25:34 Jennifer’s teaching curriculum 
26:19 Advise for new artists 
27:18 Building your team in the music industry 
28:00 Unscripted Television 
30:00 Protocol with working with Music Supervisors 
36:00 Working with Mark Cherry 
38:48 Working on Why Women Kill 
39:41 Working on Behind the Music 
41:56 What’s on repeat on Jennifer’s playlist? 
43:30 Jennifer’s sweet spot for getting work done. 
45:35 Etiquette for reaching out to Music Supervisors 
48:37 Building authentic relationships with Music Supervisors 
49:25 Bending Music to Picture 
🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. 
 
Check out our linktree for opportunities to connect with us: https://linktr.ee/bluebuddhaent 
buddhaentertainment.com 
Instagram: 
@syncriffs 
@bluebuddhaent 
Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment 
This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2023 
Support the show