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.
Episodes
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 the hidden costs of ...
Discover how carrying debt doesn't just drain your wallet, but also stifles your creative freedom and limits your music career longevity. We expose the hidden costs of ...
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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, tools, an...
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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 selling out, mana...
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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 the myth of...
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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 measure your creat...
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 measure your creat...
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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 plateau, these tools will accelera...
🎯 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 plateau, these tools will accelera...
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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 worth by asking for the budget first...
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 worth by asking for the budget first...
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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 build an “irresistible” personal b...
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 build an “irresistible” personal b...
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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 motivated on your ...
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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 together. Chris Webb and Dave T...
💰 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 together. Chris Webb and Dave T...
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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 practical goal-setting...
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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 structure can h...
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 structure can h...
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April 29, 2025 • 47 mins
Today we have one goal: to get everyone in our community prepared for the next illness that might be headed your way. It’s a constant concern for many of us (especially singers) and can threaten our livelihood. The good news is there are things we can do to minimize that threat and manage things in a way that allows for easier decision-making and time for healing with less stress.
When you are healthy, you have 100 problems to deal ...
When you are healthy, you have 100 problems to deal ...
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April 22, 2025 • 46 mins
Today we complete our interview with our good friend Ayo Awosika. We put a spotlight on the often misunderstood term “making it in the music industry” as well as diversifying revenue streams by simply pursuing your interests and some vocal tips from an absolute Pro.
Quote:“(With success) there is no arrival point, you continue to arrive and take the next step and the next…” - Ayo Awosika
Ayo Awosika is an LA-based vocalist, compose...
Quote:“(With success) there is no arrival point, you continue to arrive and take the next step and the next…” - Ayo Awosika
Ayo Awosika is an LA-based vocalist, compose...
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April 15, 2025 • 50 mins
Today we sit down with the powerful Ayo Awosika and explore how diversifying her skills has been one of the most powerful ways to create new opportunities, increase adaptability, and ensure long-term success in her career and creative endeavors.
Quote:“(The music business) truly is about referrals, community and connection” - Ayo Awosika
“Your health is your Wealth” - Ayo Awosika
Ayo Awosika is an LA based vocalist, composer, and mul...
Quote:“(The music business) truly is about referrals, community and connection” - Ayo Awosika
“Your health is your Wealth” - Ayo Awosika
Ayo Awosika is an LA based vocalist, composer, and mul...
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April 8, 2025 • 40 mins
🎧 Episode Title: How Musicians Can Prepare for a Recession | Musicians Tip Jar S5 E2 In this episode of Musicians Tip Jar, co-hosts Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin tackle one of the most pressing concerns for independent artists and music professionals: how to recession-proof your music career. Whether you’re a gigging musician, songwriter, producer, or educator, economic downturns can disrupt your income streams. This episode offers 7...
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April 1, 2025 • 34 mins
We are really excited to be back for season 5 of Musicians TIp Jar. Thank you for being here; just by listening, you are supporting the cause and belief that all musicians can be free from the fear of money forcing them to quit. Today we are also excited to announce that our first of a series of mini-courses has launched, and we thought this would be a perfect time to show you how you can launch your very own courses too!
Building ...
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September 24, 2024 • 28 mins
Just like my opening lines, we are all over the place today, highlighting our favorite moments and concepts from Season 4. These condensed tips are a powerhouse of ways to expand your reach and success in the music industry. Hard to believe we are at the end of another season here at Musicians Tip Jar.
This has been an incredibly value packed season full of inspiring guests and profitable insights. As is tradition here, we have done...
This has been an incredibly value packed season full of inspiring guests and profitable insights. As is tradition here, we have done...
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September 17, 2024 • 30 mins
Today we explore the rich world of FI or Financial Independence. We show the various strategies you can apply from this way of life to ease your stress and improve your money habits, allowing you more freedom.
THE ALLIANCE FOR LIFETIME INCOME is a non-profit educational organization based in Washington, D.C., that creates awareness and educates Americans about the value and importance of having protected lifetime income in retiremen...
THE ALLIANCE FOR LIFETIME INCOME is a non-profit educational organization based in Washington, D.C., that creates awareness and educates Americans about the value and importance of having protected lifetime income in retiremen...
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