Many want to "make it" in the music industry. Few successfully make it in. Even fewer stay in. The goal of this podcast is to help bring some clarity to your path towards a music career. We want to help you not only get in, but stay in. To this end, hosts Seth Mosley and X O'Connor will dig deep with luminaries of the music industry. These are people who have "made it" and today have very notable careers. Many are Grammy winners and work with prominent record labels. Some of our listeners might be on the creative side as a songwriter, artist, producer, or engineer. Others might be on the business side interested in marketing, management, A&R, or radio. The "Made It In Music Podcast" is designed to serve both sides; we are certain you will find a place in this community. How do you get a record deal, get a hit artist to cut your song, build fans, or get on tours? We tackle these questions and more. Before you know it, you will be able to say that you too have "Made It In Music!" <p s
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Made It In Music: Interviews With Artists, Songwriters, And Music Industry Pros is a music podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 246 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.
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Episode #227
Q&A with Kate Bergman
Nov 12, 202517 minS7
If you’ve ever dreamed of hearing your song in a movie or TV show, this is a must-listen. Kate Bergman, Sony Music Publishing’s Head of Sync, breaks down exactly what she looks for in a great sync track, how artists can pitch smarter, and why storytelling through music matters more than ever. With credits on Finding Dory , Cruella , Palm Royale , and more, Kate offers a masterclass in how to turn your music into cinematic moments. This Q&A was recorded live with our Song Chasers Community. If you would like to learn more about how to join, head to joinsongchasers.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sync Secrets: How to Get Your Songs On TV (Disney, Netflix, and more!)
Oct 29, 202527 minS7
If you’ve ever dreamed of hearing your song in a movie or TV show, this is a must-listen. Kate Bergman , Sony Music Publishing’s Head of Sync, breaks down exactly what she looks for in a great sync track, how artists can pitch smarter, and why storytelling through music matters more than ever. With credits on Finding Dory , Cruella , Palm Royale , and more, Kate offers a masterclass in how to turn your music into cinematic moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Balancing Creativity & Commerciality in the Music Industry
Oct 8, 202543 minS7
In this episode of the Made It In Music Podcast, we’re joined by lifelong friends turned industry pros — Jonathan Gamble , hit songwriter (Seph Schlueter, Ben Fuller, CAIN), and Stephen Floyd , Manager of A&R at Centricity Music . From growing up together and chasing early creative dreams, to carving out unique roles on opposite sides of the industry, Jonathan and Stephen share a rare dual perspective on what it takes to thrive in today’s music business. They dive deep into what “commercial” music really means, how to balance creativity with marketability, and what labels are actually looking for in songs and artists. Whether you’re a songwriter trying to make your art more sync-friendly, or an artist navigating the fine line between authenticity and strategy, this episode is packed with real-world insight and encouragement. You’ll hear stories from the writing room, wisdom from the label side, and honest advice on staying grounded when the industry feels like a rollercoaster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this follow-up episode with Grammy-winning songwriter Ben Stennis (Cody Johnson’s “’Til You Can’t,” plus cuts with Morgan Wallen, Tim McGraw, Bailey Zimmerman, and more), we open the floor to questions straight from our Song Chasers community. Ben dives deeper into the topics that matter most to working songwriters—navigating the highs and lows of co-writes, staying grounded in an industry built on comparison, and what it really looks like to align your creative process with faith and purpose. From practical career advice to the heart behind the music, this Q&A offers an unfiltered look at what it takes to build longevity as a songwriter without losing sight of what matters most. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ben Stennis is a Grammy-winning, multi-week No.1 songwriter behind Cody Johnson’s “’Til You Can’t,” plus cuts with Morgan Wallen, Tim McGraw, Bailey Zimmerman, High Valley, and Jason Aldean. He shares his unlikely path from stuntman dreams to Nashville, the decade-long wait before his first deal, and how faith and biblical wisdom guide everything from co-writes to career decisions. We talk preparation for high-pressure bus runs, the power of writing with your crew (“iron sharpens iron”), guarding your name (Proverbs 22:1), resisting comparison in the scroll era, setting lyrical boundaries, giving generously, and keeping the focus on purpose over hype. If you’re a songwriter, artist, or producer who wants sustainable success without losing your soul, this conversation will light a fire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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