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  • Music Pros vs. Hobbyists Part 2_ Sync Licensing Secrets from Industry Veterans[062926]

    Music Pros vs. Hobbyists Part 2_ Sync Licensing Secrets from Industry Veterans[062926]
    2026/06/30
    What separates professional musicians from hobbyists when it comes to sync licensing? In Part 2 of this TAXI TV conversation, Michael Laskow continues his discussion with Grammy-winning producer and mixer Rob Chiarelli and producer, songwriter, and film/TV music supervisor Michael Lloyd. This episode goes deeper into the sync side of the music business — including what music supervisors, producers, and industry professionals actually look for when evaluating songs and artists. With nearly 100 years of combined professional experience, Rob and Michael share hard-earned insights on: How sync licensing really works What makes music stand out for film & TV Common mistakes artists make Thinking like a professional creator Building relationships in the industry Why some talented musicians never break through Creative and business lessons from decades at the top Whether you're a songwriter, composer, producer, artist, or sync writer, this conversation is packed with practical advice you can apply immediately. If you're trying to get music placed in TV, film, commercials, or production libraries, don't miss this episode. 📺 Watch Part 2 and take notes — there are a lot of industry gems in this one!
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    1 時間 6 分
  • Music Pros vs. Hobbyists_ What Really Separates Them_[062226]

    Music Pros vs. Hobbyists_ What Really Separates Them_[062226]
    2026/06/23
    What really separates music industry professionals from hobbyists? Is it talent? Connections? Expensive gear? Or is it something much deeper? In this episode of TAXI TV, Michael Laskow sits down with legendary producers, engineers, songwriters, and music industry veterans Rob Chiarelli and Michael Lloyd for an honest conversation about what they've learned from decades at the highest levels of the music business. Between them, Rob and Michael have worked on roughly 200 Gold and Platinum records, earned multiple Grammy Awards, produced hit records, supervised film and television projects, and helped countless artists develop successful careers. In this candid discussion, they share: What separates professionals from hobbyists Why talent alone isn't enough The mindset that successful musicians have in common Career mistakes that keep talented artists stuck How professionals approach creativity and opportunity The realities of building a sustainable music career Lessons learned from decades in the recording industry Whether you're a songwriter, artist, producer, composer, or musician trying to take the next step, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and hard-earned insights from people who've spent their lives making music at the highest level. If you've ever wondered what it really takes to move from being passionate about music to building a professional career, this episode is for you. 📺 Watch Part 1 and join the conversation.
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    1 時間 16 分
  • Sync Licensing Mistakes Music Libraries Notice Immediately![061526]

    Sync Licensing Mistakes Music Libraries Notice Immediately![061526]
    2026/06/16
    Why do some talented composers consistently land sync placements while others keep getting overlooked? In this episode of TAXI TV, music library owner, composer, and longtime TAXI member Chuck Henry shares the common mistakes he sees from the library side of the sync business—mistakes that can quietly cost composers valuable placements. After decades in the industry, Chuck has reviewed thousands of submissions and worked with composers at every level. Surprisingly, many of the errors that hurt placement opportunities aren't made by beginners—they're made by experienced writers who simply don't realize what's holding them back. In this episode, you'll learn: Common sync licensing mistakes that hurt placement potential What music libraries wish composers understood Why great music alone isn't always enough Submission and production issues that raise red flags How to improve your chances of getting signed and placed What successful composers do differently Chuck also shares his inspiring journey from teaching piano lessons and performing in retail stores to becoming a successful composer and the CEO of a music library. Whether you're writing production music, composing for TV and film, or building a sync catalog, this conversation could save you years of trial and error. Join us live and learn how to avoid the mistakes that can quietly kill sync opportunities before they ever reach a music supervisor, editor, or library.
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    1 時間 41 分
  • How to Make Instrumental Cues More Licensable for TV & Film_.[060826]mp4

    How to Make Instrumental Cues More Licensable for TV & Film_.[060826]mp4
    2026/06/09
    What makes one instrumental cue instantly more licensable than another? In this episode of TAXI TV, successful TAXI member, composer, and author Dean Krippaehne shares practical, real-world tips that can dramatically improve your chances of landing sync placements in TV, film, commercials, and production music libraries. Drawing from his book Cue Tips, Dean breaks down the small but critical details that music supervisors, editors, producers, and libraries listen for every day, and why those details often determine whether a cue gets licensed or passed over. This episode covers: How to make instrumental cues more sync-friendly Common mistakes that hurt licensing potential What production music libraries actually want Arrangement and structure tips for TV & film music Practical cue-writing advice you can apply immediately How experienced sync composers think differently Whether you're brand new to sync licensing or already building a catalog, this conversation is packed with actionable insight for composers, producers, and instrumental writers looking to create more usable, marketable music. If you write production music, trailer music, underscore, cinematic cues, or instrumental tracks for sync, this episode is a must-watch. Reference Book 📚: Cue Tips: 50 songwriting, composing, and music production hacks to speed up your sync journey by Dean Krippaehne: https://amzn.to/4nD3uYP
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    1 時間 47 分
  • Commercials vs Film & TV_ The REAL Secret to Higher-Paying Sync Placements![060126]

    Commercials vs Film & TV_ The REAL Secret to Higher-Paying Sync Placements![060126]
    2026/06/02
    Why do some music placements in commercials pay significantly more than TV and film, and how do you actually get them? On this episode of TAXI TV, we sit down with successful sync writer and producer John Pearson to break down exactly what changes when you shift from writing for film & TV to writing for advertising. John’s music has landed worldwide advertising placements with major brands like Chase Card, Hyundai, Samsung, Nissan, FedEx, Target, and Cricket Wireless, but his path wasn’t instant. We’ll explore: - Why commercials often outperform TV/film placements in payouts - What libraries and music supervisors are actually looking for in ad music - How John transitioned from Nashville touring musician to full-time sync writer - The real “secret sauce” behind landing premium advertising placements - How persistence and strategy change everything in the sync world From placements in shows like Outer Banks, S.W.A.T., The Rookie, and more, then breaking into major global ad campaigns, John’s journey is packed with actionable insight for any composer, producer, or songwriter looking to break into sync licensing. If you're serious about getting higher-level placements and understanding how the industry really works, this episode is essential viewing.
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    1 時間 36 分
  • Inside a TV Editor’s Mind_ How Music Gets Chosen for TV![051826]

    Inside a TV Editor’s Mind_ How Music Gets Chosen for TV![051826]
    2026/05/19
    Want to know how TV editors actually choose music for shows? In this TAXI TV episode, veteran TV editor and executive producer Biagio Messina breaks down the real-world TV editing process — from building scenes and shaping emotion to selecting, cutting, and using music in television. Learn: ✔ How TV editors find and use sync music ✔ What makes production music “usable” for editors ✔ Why some tracks instantly work in TV shows ✔ How edit points, pacing, and transitions affect placements ✔ The role of temp music in TV editing ✔ What composers don’t understand about editor workflow ✔ How to create music that gets chosen more often If you create music for sync licensing, TV placements, film, trailers, commercials, or music libraries, understanding how editors think can completely change the way you produce and structure your tracks. Perfect for composers, producers, artists, and musicians working in production music, sync licensing, film scoring, and TV music.
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    1 時間 40 分
  • Ask Michael Anything_ Sync Licensing Tips, AI Music, & TV Placement Secrets![051126]

    Ask Michael Anything_ Sync Licensing Tips, AI Music, & TV Placement Secrets![051126]
    2026/05/12
    Want to get more music placements in TV, film, trailers, and sync licensing? In this TAXI TV “Ask Michael Anything” episode, we answer real questions about music licensing, sync placements, production, AI music, contracts, developmental arcs, edit points, home studio production, and how to succeed in the music library world. Learn: ✔ Why some tracks never get placements ✔ The biggest mistakes in the first 10 seconds of a song ✔ How to write better production music & instrumental cues ✔ The truth about AI music and sync licensing ✔ How successful composers dominate music library catalogs ✔ How to improve faster using TAXI critiques Perfect for artists, producers, composers, and musicians working in sync licensing, production music, TV music, film scoring, trailer music, and music libraries.
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    1 時間 42 分
  • Inside a Pro Track_ Developmental Arcs & Edit Points (Live Breakdown)![050426]

    Inside a Pro Track_ Developmental Arcs & Edit Points (Live Breakdown)![050426]
    2026/05/05
    Want to write music that actually gets placed in TV and film? In this TAXI TV episode, we break down a real production music track to show how developmental arcs, edit points, and structure make your music sync-ready. Learn how to: ✔ Build tracks for sync licensing ✔ Add clean edit points for editors ✔ Create dynamic arrangement and transitions Featuring TAXI member Steve Barden, author of Writing Production Music for TV, with real-time waveform analysis and pro-level insights. Get the book on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/4cxxSzY Perfect for composers and artists working in production music, TV, film, trailers, and commercials.
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    1 時間 33 分