Small Talk No More: Recent Episodes
Up On Mars
A podcast for creatives, marketers and business leaders who want to explore the evolution of the creative industries. Hosted by Alex Lopez (Up On Mars) and full of interesting conversations with guests from Music, Gaming, Fashion, Film and more.
Music Sync: In this episode, we chat with Etienne Tricard, Music Supervisor at My Melody. We spoke about opportunities musicians have in film, his professional journey, as well as why this is a fantastic time for independent musicians to place their songs on film productions.
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Music Sync: In this episode, we chat with Dominic Bastyra, Music Supervisor at Wake The Town. We spoke about opportunities musicians have in film & TV, his professional journey, and how important it is for composers to have good time management skills and deliver the job on schedule.
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Music Sync: In this episode, we chat with Claire Freeman, Music Supervisor. She's most well known for her work at "The Theory of Everything". We spoke about the opportunities independent musicians have in film & TV as well as the new opportunities for music in the film industry.
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Opportunities in the music industry: In this episode, we chat with Sophie McCreddie, Director at Nova Music. We spoke about shifting strategies during hard times and understanding sync from the point of view of a booking agent & manager.
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Nova Music
Web: www.novamusic.co.uk
Opportunities in the music industry: In this episode, we chat with Toby Williams, Music Supervisor at Leland Music. We spoke about the great amount of opportunities available for independent composers & songwriters as well as the reasons why music creators should be encouraged to get in touch with supervisors. Listen until the end where Toby gives his top tip for music creators.
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Republic of Music
Web: lelandmusic.co.uk
Opportunities in the music industry: In this episode, we chat with Dave Philpot, Director at Republic of Sync. We spoke about the current state of the sync market and what it means for music creators to get songs placed in media.
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Republic of Music
Web: http://republicofmusic.net/sync/
Opportunities in the music industry: In this episode, we chat with Seb Whyte, Music Supervisor & Founder at Motherlode Music. We spoke about the current trends in sync music, starting a music business in 2021, opportunities for songwriters & composers, and more!
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Opportunities in the music industry: In this episode, we chat with Dave Bass, Music Supervisor & Founding Partner at Theodore Music. We spoke about the current trends in sync music, opportunities for music creators, the prospects for musicians in 2021, and more!
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Music Industry Insights: In this episode, we chat with Tom Willers, General Manager at Lateral Management. We spoke about his journey to become a successful artist manager, working with global stars, how artist managers support artists careers and more!
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In this episode, we chat with Jessica Driscoll, from Digital Catapult. She oversees the launch of CreativeXR and we spoke about the changes in live entertainment, opportunities for the live sector as well as how technology is a key element to support the evolution and sustainability of live experiences.
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Music Industry Insights: In this episode, we chat with Claire McAuley, SVP at Warner Chappell. We spoke about her journey to become a senior exec, tips for songwriters and how to be noticed by a major publisher like Warner.
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Music & Games: In this episode, we spoke with Andrew Smith, Founder & Creative Director at Spilt Milk Studios. We explored his journey from freelancer to business owner, the importance of prioritising creativity over money and much more!
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Music & Games: In this episode, we spoke with Lucy Rissik, from Brotherhood Of Brand & Marketing Director at Women in Games. We talked about her work with games and brands, the importance of diversity and female leadership in the gaming industry as well as new opportunities for collaboration between industries.
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Music Industry Insights: In this episode, we chat with Alessandra D'Alesio, from Deezer. We spoke about her work with independent artists and the role Deezer had during the BLM movement as well as how the work directly with independent artists.
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Music Industry Insights: In this episode, we chat with John Ozier, Executive Vice President at Reservoir Media Management, Inc. and spoke about passion for music, the importance of quality over numbers and much more.
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Music Industry Insights: In this episode, we chat with Marlen Huellbrock, from Music Ally. We spoke about music trends, fan retention and new opportunities for artists and their teams.
Gaming & Music. In this episode, we chat with Fernando Prieto, General Manager at Gato Salvaje. We speak about the difficulties creative companies go through when based in countries with little to no industry support from government and other institutions as well as the global opportunity that the digital landscape offers to these companies to keep growing.
Music & Games. In this episode, we chat with Pawel Janeda, Social Media Manager at Destructive Creations. We talk about the incredible possibilities that the gaming community offers, the value of organic engagement with your direct users and the potential of growth through free content.
Music & Games. In this episode, we chat with Arnaud De Sousa, Head of Marketing at Dotemu. We spoke about the current challenges for the indie games sector and the new opportunities and learnings from online PR.
Music & Games. In this episode, we chat with Tobias Sjögren, experienced CEO and current board member at Starbreeze Studios. We talk about the current challenges for immersive experiences and how the entertainment industry has evolved through past crisis as well as the new opportunities in the horizon.
Music Business. In this episode, we chat with Kuba Domagela, Digital Marketing Consultant for the acclaimed Metropolis Studios. In this interview, we talk about the importance of investing in Digital Marketing and why digital has to be the focus for businesses to engage with existing and new audiences.
Music Business. In this episode, we chat with Paul Pacifico (AIM) who's the CEO at Association of Independent Music. In this interview, we talk about the lows during lockdown and the potential highs as we come out of it for SMEs in the music business.
Music Business. In this episode, we chat with Yva Danchova (Kobalt Music) who manages sync placements for artists like Billie Eilish, Finneas and Lauv. In this interview, we talk about how musicians and music companies can exploit their catalogs to generate revenue.
Music Business. In this episode, we chat with Felipe Arevalo (WestOne) who manages SOMOS and is involved in the development of several other labels within WestOne Group.
In this interview, we discuss the opportunities for record labels and music creators and why this is a great time to collaborate with those artists you never had a chance to work with. Stay with us until the end where Felipe gives us 3 tips for music creators in the current musical landscape.
Music Business. In this episode, we chat with Felipe Arevalo (WestOne) who manages SOMOS and is involved in the development of several other labels within WestOne Group.
In this interview, we discuss the opportunities for record labels and music creators and why this is a great time to collaborate with those artists you never had a chance to work with. Stay with us until the end where Felipe gives us 3 tips for music creators in the current musical landscape.
Music Business. In this episode, we chat with Javier Lopez (Midem) who's responsible for a large proportion of business development at Midem.
In this interview, we explore the new opportunities for music companies to adapt to the current times and keep investing in their efforts to develop new business opportunities. Stay with us until the end where Javier gives us 3 tips for companies to keep growing in such uncertain times.
Gaming & Music. In this episode, we chat with Rob Samuel (We Are Social) who looks after the content distribution and creative accounts of the latest Call Of Duty. We explore the rise of the gaming industry during the pandemic and what can creatives learn from that growth. Also, Rob gives us 3 of his top tips for anyone who is or is looking to grow a career in gaming.