Sync Gems – Details, episodes & analysis

On this episode we go back to basics, we dive into what libraries you should sign your music with, we go into what success means in sync and we talk about how AI may or may not take our place. We get into what creativity & skills mean in sync and dive into many more things

K3lvin Kaos's Bio:

Keith Joseph Anderson aka K3lvin Kaos is a music producer from the DC/MD/and VA area, He has had placements with ABC, NBC, FOX Sports, ESPN, Discovery, NFL Network, NBA Network, Food Network, BET and more As far as recording artists are concerned, Keith has produced for several dozens of artists and most notably for Mickey Factz, Vado, Tabi Bonney, Dia Michelle, Tyler Royale, Letta J and many more

Connect with Keith

https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithanderson1985/

IG: @k3lvinkaos

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In this episode I talk to you about what are the downsides and upsides of going to conferences.

I share my experience as an introvert and why I choose to go to conferences even though my energy level lowers significantly around other people.

I talk about the money aspect and if it is worth the investment to go to music conferences

I also explore ways to actually make the most out of your interactions in conferences.

So tune in!

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Book discussed in episode:

The Alter Ego Effect- Todd Herman

https://www.amazon.com/The-Alter-Ego-Effect-Todd-Herman-audiobook/dp/B07J1LB6H8/ref=sr_1_1?crid=120YIEDOYHQ07&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.C1MJZqmH4QJEhW6qNP4xPXWd1q4qk8GAHAaxc_3UIlDyUtug_ksCtfTJMmc6yC5UuRjSTDbgL-ybha136rYAV883eqYueummZADY8e1r9SjQqoxLP9DHhSLLjy876tlkKC4ClnpanXa-fOqP2ECH5Ib0pCjUtpwBDO0Gd5qsyrmDvN_NHEridfCezouNQn0cYmwrw7XRNl4RwZ4z5TUaE6rztGVy3oYnHq9UCLbpmEE.ySt2H3w1wSK8wWl1IWGBBUq-mqt0B6Qb7vK8KCV-NXM&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+alter+ego+effect&qid=1727848517&sprefix=the+alter+e%2Caps%2C628&sr=8-1

Jody has done everything there is to possibly do in the sync space and we explore how he did it. His approach is nothing short of amazing and his accolades are there to back it up. Jody has had his music placed in thousands of spots, and has helped his students at “elite music coaching” do the same. 

We talk about mindset in this part of the interview, we talk about being able to catch opportunities as they come, we talk about how jody talked to the head of CNN, and how he composed his first theme song.

In this Part 2 of my sit down with Rob Jager Van Duren, we discuss the ego in music, we talk about things to say yes and no to, we talk about  who to give attention to on your way up.

We get into originality, imperfections, and how having fun has landed Rob works with major brands.

We also get into a discussion about the power of good honest feedback.

Connect with Rob

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-jager-music/

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In this conversation Rob and I had In bali we talk about robs journey into working with top brands, we talk about burnout, we talk about how to have your music be as good as it can be. We also talk about why Rob flies to see his clients yearly, we talk about the main reasons most people don’t make it in music, and many more things.

Connect with Rob

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-jager-music/

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In this episodes we talk about how long term relationships can be way more profitable than upfront paying gigs, we talk about the formula to make it in the music business, the importance of staying consistent, we talk about reality TV and exploring different genres, we talk about the importance of being easy to collaborate with, and peoples pet peeves in the industry

About Jamie:

Jamie Shield has been in the game for a while, has had placements with EA sports, Adidas, Under Armor, McDonald’s, and many many more, he has had huge success in music and has even caught the attention of Timbaland.

Follow Jamie

IG- @MNKN

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In this part of the interview with Jamie Shields (AKA MNKN) we deep dive the importance of showing up and doing the work, we talk about how and why our goals should always be fluid, we talk about AI & how to navigate technology. 

This interview dives into advanced concepts in the sync world but Jamie does such a good job at simplifying and giving it his own twist.

About Jamie

Jamie Shield has been in the game for a while, has had placements with EA sports, Adidas, Under Armor, McDonald’s, and many many more, he has had huge success in music and has even caught the attention of Timbaland.

On this episode we go into the weeds of setting goals, speaking things into existence, about how relationships are essentially everything.

We talk about the what the approach to sync music should be, and how to focus on the things that matter

https://www.52cues.com

Dave has also challenged me to make my own sample pack during the interview and… well… I took it head on.

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In this special part 1 interview, Dave Kropf and I interview each other, we talk about our life experiences, our roots, and how they have shaped us to what we are today. We talk about moving on from things that are no longer serving us and how to actually know when something is not serving us, even if it's tied to our identity.

Dave is a composer with over 1000 tracks in his catalog, and he is helping hundreds of composers in his community at https://www.52cues.com

Dave has also challenged me to make my own sample pack during the interview and… well… I took it head on.

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In this episode I open up about Why Making mistakes is crucial, why I get taken advantage of on purpose in the industry, why experience and diversification are everything in this industry, why I think you want to try all sorts of sync income, why fluidity is a must in this industry, and why this doesn't matter if you're not appreciating yourself and your progress

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