Musicians Tip Jar
Welcome to Musicians Tip Jar! Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin talk about musicians and money. They take the mystery out of how a musician can make money beyond performing every night of their life. This show will explore the methods and strategies on creating assets in your music business and how it is not a magic trick when musicians get steady cashflow from their talents. Learn more at www.musicianstipjar.com or email them at musicianstipjar@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/musicians-tip-jar--4698023/support.
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September 16, 2025 • 44 mins
In our Season 5 finale, we sit down with musician, sync agent, and author Elaine Ryan (Unicorn Sync) to talk about what it really means to find your fit in today’s music industry. Elaine shares lessons from over 15 years in music—touring internationally, landing sync placements on NBC & Amazon, founding her own sync agency, and now publishing her first book Living a Music-Centered Life. We cover:
- Breaking through...
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September 9, 2025 • 56 mins
🎙️ Episode S5E24 – Finding Your True Value as a Musician with Elaine Ryan
In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, hosts Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin sit down with Elaine Ryan — singer-songwriter, author, and founder of Unicorn Sync — to explore how musicians can discover, communicate, and confidently set their value in today’s music industry.
Elaine shares her inspiring journey from gi...
In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, hosts Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin sit down with Elaine Ryan — singer-songwriter, author, and founder of Unicorn Sync — to explore how musicians can discover, communicate, and confidently set their value in today’s music industry.
Elaine shares her inspiring journey from gi...
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September 2, 2025 • 35 mins
Unlock insider knowledge from Jenna LoMonaco, Head of Marketing at ONErpm, in this exclusive Musicians Tip Jar interview. 🎶 With over 20 years in the music industry, Jenna shares what sets ONErpm apart as a 100% independent, self-owned company and how they empower artists with transparent deals, realistic advances, and proprietary technology. We dive into:
- Common mistakes musicians make on social media (and how to fix them)
- ...
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August 26, 2025 • 35 mins
In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, we sit down with Jenna LoMonaco, Head of U.S. Marketing at ONErpm and veteran digital strategist who has worked with Shawn Mendes, Nick Jonas, Demi Lovato, The Killers, and more. Jenna shares her journey from intern to label executive, and the key lessons she’s learned about:
- What labels actually look for in new artists
- How to build real, engaged fans (not just followers)
- Why genre-s...
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August 19, 2025 • 45 mins
Money can strain any relationship—add gigs, touring, irregular income, and public-facing work, and it gets complicated fast. In this episode, Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin break down practical ways musicians (and their partners, bandmates, and teams) can navigate money, expectations, and emotional ups/downs without burning out—or each other.
What you’ll learn How to budget around irregular income (and reduce s...
What you’ll learn How to budget around irregular income (and reduce s...
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August 12, 2025 • 55 mins
🎙️ S5 E20 – Taking the Luck Out of Growing Your Social Channels (with Johnny Fiacconi of The Dreamboats) In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, we’re back with Johnny Fiacconi — drummer, entrepreneur, and viral content creator — to dive deep into how musicians can strategically grow their social media without waiting on luck. We explore what it really takes to build a consistent online presence, develop a co...
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August 5, 2025 • 47 mins
🎙️ S5 E19 – The Game-Changer for Staying Motivated (with Johnny Fiacconi of The Dreamboats) In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, we sit down with Canadian drummer, entrepreneur, and content creator Johnny Fiacconi of The Dreamboats. Johnny shares the real truth behind staying motivated as a working musician — and the simple daily habit that transformed his mindset, productivity, and long-term success. From band dynami...
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July 29, 2025 • 39 mins
Are you a musician feeling the weight of financial stress? In this essential episode of Musicians Tip Jar, hosts Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin dive deep into the often overlooked realities of debt for musicians and the transformative power of investments for musicians.
Discover how carrying debt doesn't just drain your wallet, but also stifles your creative freedom and limits your music career longevity. We expose th...
Discover how carrying debt doesn't just drain your wallet, but also stifles your creative freedom and limits your music career longevity. We expose th...
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July 22, 2025 • 57 mins
Want more gigs, better collaborations, and fewer awkward misunderstandings? It all starts with how you communicate. In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin break down the 10 essential communication habits every musician needs to succeed in today’s music industry. From booking shows and negotiating deals to handling creative conflict and building strong relationships, we cover the specific scripts, too...
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July 15, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, we bust the myths around cover gigs and show you how to turn them into a powerful income stream for your music career. Whether you’re playing weddings, bars, or private events, cover gigs can fund your original projects, build your audience, and sharpen your live performance skills—if you approach them with strategy. We break down how to price your sets, brand yourself without selli...
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In Part 2 of our conversation with multi-platinum producer Vince DiPasquale (Madonna, Timberlake, Mariah Carey), we dive deeper into what it really takes to build a sustainable, creative, and fulfilling music career. From co-founding FaderPro, a groundbreaking music education platform, to remixing hits like “4 Minutes” in just four days, Vince shares the lessons learned across two decades in the industry. He breaks down...
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July 1, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, hosts Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin interview multi-platinum producer Vince DiPasquale. They explore Vince's journey from his early love for music, through his education and struggles in the music industry, to his eventual success as a producer and educator. The conversation highlights the importance of saying yes to opportunities, the value of diverse income streams, and the role of mentorship in...
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June 24, 2025 • 49 mins
Title: S5 E14 – How to Gauge Your Progress as a Musician Description:
In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, we dive into one of the most overlooked parts of building a sustainable music career — tracking your progress. Whether you're just starting out or deep in your professional journey, knowing where you stand helps you grow faster, stay focused, and celebrate the wins along the way. We break down simple ways to me...
In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, we dive into one of the most overlooked parts of building a sustainable music career — tracking your progress. Whether you're just starting out or deep in your professional journey, knowing where you stand helps you grow faster, stay focused, and celebrate the wins along the way. We break down simple ways to me...
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June 17, 2025 • 54 mins
In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, we break down the 5 most powerful ways to get personalized help in your music career:
🎯 Mentorship
🤝 Accountability partners
🎤 Music community
📚 Formal instruction
📖 Self-guided learning Learn how to find a music mentor, build a strong network, stay motivated, and grow both creatively and financially as a musician. Whether you're just starting out or hitting a platea...
🎯 Mentorship
🤝 Accountability partners
🎤 Music community
📚 Formal instruction
📖 Self-guided learning Learn how to find a music mentor, build a strong network, stay motivated, and grow both creatively and financially as a musician. Whether you're just starting out or hitting a platea...
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June 10, 2025 • 45 mins
Build a clear mission for your socials and turn every post into progress with SEIDS, the Logic Pro X–savvy producer who’s grown 250K+ followers by posting with purpose.
In this episode, SEIDS breaks down how to: Define a goal-driven content strategy so your feed works like an algorithmic GPS Reuse your everyday work as shareable clips—one activity, two outputs, zero extra hours Charge what you’re wort...
In this episode, SEIDS breaks down how to: Define a goal-driven content strategy so your feed works like an algorithmic GPS Reuse your everyday work as shareable clips—one activity, two outputs, zero extra hours Charge what you’re wort...
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June 3, 2025 • 55 mins
Join Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin as they sit down with powerhouse creator SEIDS—producer, singer, educator, and content strategist—who turned a 2020 gig drought into a six-figure home-studio career and 250K+ social media following.
In this episode, SEIDS breaks down how to treat every setback as a launchpad (her “butterfly effect”), why learning to produce during COVID was a game-changer, and how to bu...
In this episode, SEIDS breaks down how to treat every setback as a launchpad (her “butterfly effect”), why learning to produce during COVID was a game-changer, and how to bu...
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🎶 Boost your productivity, creativity, and success in music by harnessing the power of dopamine! In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin dive deep into dopamine—the brain chemical responsible for motivation, reward, and pleasure—and reveal practical strategies musicians can use to turn dopamine into their greatest ally. Learn how to optimize your habits, enhance your creativity, and stay motiva...
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May 20, 2025 • 43 mins
🎙 Episode Title: S5 E8 – The Financial Scale and How to Use It
💰 Overview:
In this episode, we introduce The Financial Scale—a 7-note system designed to help musicians grow wealth the same way they build musical skill: through fundamentals, repetition, and intention. Just like mastering a new scale on your instrument, mastering your finances starts with learning the notes and practicing how they work togethe...
💰 Overview:
In this episode, we introduce The Financial Scale—a 7-note system designed to help musicians grow wealth the same way they build musical skill: through fundamentals, repetition, and intention. Just like mastering a new scale on your instrument, mastering your finances starts with learning the notes and practicing how they work togethe...
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May 13, 2025 • 53 mins
Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin kick things off with a playful “Mani-fest” pun that sets the tone: mindset and money go hand-in-hand for working artists. The hosts remind listeners that you can dream big and get paid for it. Why Manifesting Belongs in Your Business Plan
- 79 % of surveyed DIY musicians say mindset directly affects their income—yet few have a structured routine for it.
- Manifesting is presented as a ...
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May 6, 2025 • 42 mins
🎙️ Podcast Summary: S5 E6 – How to Structure Your Music Business
Welcome to Musicians Tip Jar, where we talk about musicians and money. In this episode, Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin dive into one of the most important (but often overlooked) elements of running a sustainable music career—structuring your music business. Whether you're a solo artist, band leader, or music entrepreneur, selecting the appropriate business...
Welcome to Musicians Tip Jar, where we talk about musicians and money. In this episode, Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin dive into one of the most important (but often overlooked) elements of running a sustainable music career—structuring your music business. Whether you're a solo artist, band leader, or music entrepreneur, selecting the appropriate business...
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