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What's good DP! As you know, Dynamic Producer has always been dedicated to assisting producers on their musical journey. So, as we ring in the new year, we're excited to bring new ideas to help YOU make better music, learn the business & advance your career.
I'd like to introduce you to our new column "Dear Dynamic." This column will allow YOU to ask questions that relate to your overall music grind and receive feedback from us! If you need advice with a problem, a different perspective on a certain situation, or even simple suggestions, ask us! Once or twice a month we will post a question we've received, along with a response for everyone to read. We know that many of you may be experiencing some of the same issues because this is a tough industry. So, by opening up this dialogue, we hope to give you a sense of direction or spark a great creative idea to help you take things to the next level!
Dear Dynamic Entry 1
January 2012
"Whats good DP ? I'm a 14 year old producer that goes by the name of Yung Infinite. My beats are pretty professional and good . I have been trying to get a major placement this year but it almost seems impossible . Any Advice?"
What's good Yung Infinite! Let me begin by congratulating you on starting your musical career at such a young age. I understand the frustrations of trying to get a major placement, it is a challenging objective but not impossible. There is one catch though, you have to go through the process. It is very rare to see a producer "make it" without going through the process. Kanye had to go through it, 9th Wonder had to go through it, Dr. Dre had to go through it as well. With you being so young time is on your side.
Here are a couple of suggestions:
1. Perfect your craft! No matter how good you think your beats are, they could be much better. Continue to push your self creatively AND musically. Remember, there are plenty of producers out there working just as hard as you are. You will separate yourself from others by making sure your work represents the best of what you have to offer as a producer. Make sure you have enough music on hand. Once you start shopping your music people are always going to say "What else you got?" This game is all about opportunity and it would be a shame for you to miss your opportunity because you did not have enough music.
2. Get hot in your own city! This is a very important step that a lot of producers skip. One way that you could do that is by working with local talent. An aspiring artist can provide good exposure for your music because they probably have a mixtape, a youtube channel, facebook, and twitter to push their materials on. If you are doing music for that local artists', your beats will be heard around the city. Most radio stations have a segment where they play local music, so call your radio station and see how you can have some of your music played. Just because a local artist doesn't have a budget, does not mean that you shouldn't work with them. At this point it is not about the money, it's about exposure. Once people hear how good your music is then the money will come. Another thing that you can do to generate demand around your music, is to release some beat cd's. Pass them out to your friends at school. Pass them out to anyone that will listen. This will help your brand gain more exposure. Participate in your local beat battles. If there are no beat battles in your area, recruit some other producer's and create your own movement of beat battles.
3. Develop your networking skills. It is all about who you know in this industry. Just because you have talent does not mean that you are going to get in. Learn how to maintain professional relationships, which may be able to give you valuable insight and provide opportunities for you down the line. Don't spend all your time on social networks, get out and get some face time in by attending industry events.
I hope these suggestions are helpful to you. Keep grinding and continue to develop. Remember major placements are not impossible, you just have to go through the process.
Do you need some advice as it relates to the grind of becoming a major producer? Are you facing any tough decisions, frustrations or challenges? If so, Ask Dynamic! Send us an email explaining the situation and we'll offer our feedback. If you'd like for your name to be changed in the response, just request anonymity! Email drummajor@dynamicproducer.com.
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