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SyncRiffsEP. 54: AI & Sync Licensing Secrets: How to Get Your Music on TV & FilmEP. 54: AI & Sync Licensing Secrets: How to Get Your Music on TV & Film First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://charles-levan-s-school.teachable.com/p/sync-like-a-pro-academy-pre-recorded-1 CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ 📸 Instagram: @bluebuddhaent @syncriffs Want to get your music placed in TV shows, films, ads, and streamin...2025-07-1842 minSyncRiffsEP 53: Film Music in Flux: Royalties, AI & the Streaming ShakeupEP:53 - Film Music in Flux: Royalties, AI & the Streaming Shakeup First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://charles-levan-s-school.teachable.com/p/sync-like-a-pro-academy-pre-recorded-1 🔊 Join, create, and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ ...2025-07-111h 04SyncRiffsEP: 52 Breaking into Music supervision insider tips & adviceEP: 52 Breaking into Music supervision insider tips & adviceFirst Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff ç 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://charles-levan-s-school.teachable.com/p/sync-like-a-pro-academy-pre-recorded-1 🔊 Join, create, and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ 📸 Instagram: @bluebuddhaent @syncriffs 2025-07-0550 minSyncRiffsEp.51 Behind the Trailers: Empowering Composers & Reinventing SyncBehind the Trailers: Empowering Composers & Reinventing Sync First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff ç 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://charles-levan-s-school.teachable.com/p/sync-like-a-pro-academy-pre-recorded-1 🔊 Join, create, and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ 📸 Instagram: @bluebuddhaent @syncriffs What really goe...2025-06-2853 minSyncRiffsEp. 50 🎶 From Vinyl to Victory: Brian J. Miller on Music Supervision, Sports & SyncEp.50 🎶 From Vinyl to Victory: Brian J. Miller on Music Supervision, Sports & Sync First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://charles-levan-s-school.teachable.com/p/sync-like-a-pro-academy-pre-recorded-1 🔊 Join, create, and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ ...2025-06-2030 minSyncRiffsEP: 49 From Reality TV to Sync Gold: Jordan Young on Music Supervision, AI & Artist PowerEP. 49: From Reality TV to Sync Gold: Jordan Young on Music Supervision, AI & Artist Power First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://charles-levan-s-school.teachable.com/p/sync-like-a-pro-academy-pre-recorded-1 🔊 Join, create, and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebud...2025-06-0454 minSyncRiffsEp.48: Music Rights, Mentorship & the Future of Sync | Jonathan Lane of Slipstream MusicEp.48 Music Rights, Mentorship & the Future of Sync | Jonathan Lane of Slipstream Music First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://charles-levan-s-school.teachable.com/p/sync-like-a-pro-academy-pre-recorded-1 🔊 Join, create, and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment...2025-05-2450 minSyncRiffsEP.47: Music Supervision Secrets with Andrew Weaver: AI, Indie Artists & Nashville’s Sync Boom! 🎶EP.47: Music Supervision Secrets with Andrew Weaver: AI, Indie Artists & Nashville’s Sync Boom! 🎶 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://charles-levan-s-school.teachable.com/p/sync-like-a-pro-academy-pre-recorded-1 🔊 Join, create, and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainm...2025-05-0749 minSyncRiffsEP. 46: Inside Music Supervision: Playtone’s Sync Secrets from The Piano Lesson to Masters of the AirEP. 46: Inside Music Supervision: Playtone’s Sync Secrets from The Piano Lesson to Masters of the Air First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45... 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://charles-levan-s-school.teacha... 🔊 Join, create, and connect with our indie music community here: / bluebuddhaentertainmentsynccohorts CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ 📸 Instagram: @bluebuddhaent...2025-04-2945 minSyncRiffsEP.45: Music Supervisor Burt Blackarach on Sync, Sampling & Survival in the Music IndustryEP.44: Music Supervisor Burt Blackarach on Sync, Sampling & Survival in the Music Industry 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy 🔊 Join, create, and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ 📸 Instagram...2025-04-2355 minSyncRiffsKaty McIlvaine on Music Supervision: Creative Processes, Copyright Hurdles, & Indie Artist Advocacy🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45...🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy:https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/s...🔊 Join, create, and connect with our indie music community here: / bluebuddhaentertainmentsynccohorts ABOUT THIS EPISODE:Charles Levan interviews music supervisor Katy McIlvaine to discuss her journey into music supervision and the creative process behind selecting music for film. They dive into the complexities of music clearance, especially when it comes to older so...2024-10-2446 minSyncRiffsEP.42:Behind the Sync: LA Music Supervisors Share Their Journeys, Challenges, & AI InsightsEp.42: Behind the Sync: LA Music Supervisors Share Their Journeys, Challenges, & AI Insights Charles sits down with three top LA music supervisors—Lava Hong, Deric Berberabe, and Allyson Aranez—for an inside look at breaking into the world of music supervision. Discover their inspiring career journeys, the power of mentorship, and how they tackle the challenges of licensing music for TV, film, and more. Get insights on the future of AI in music supervision, learn about key networking tips within the AAPI community, and hear expert advice for anyone looking to thrive in the industry. Whet...2024-10-0237 minSyncRiffsS2: E11 Linda Ferrando on Sync Trends, Industry Evolution, and Indie Artist TipsS2: E11 Linda Ferrando on Sync Trends, Industry Evolution, and Indie Artist Tips 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy 🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts ------------------------------------------- CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddha...2024-07-1953 minSyncRiffsS2:E10 Hot Topics in Music: AI Music Trends, Sync Income Strategies, & Branding Tips for Indie Artists - P2Hot Topics in Music: AI Music Trends, Sync Income Strategies, & Branding Tips for Indie Artists - P2 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy 🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts ------------------------------------------- CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blu...2024-07-0129 minSyncRiffsS2:E9 Hot Topics in Music: AI Music Trends, Sync Income Strategies, & Branding Tips for Indie ArtistsS2:E9 Hot Topics in Music: AI Music Trends, Sync Income Strategies, & Branding Tips for Indie Artists (part 1) 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy 🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts ------------------------------------------- CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue...2024-06-2129 minSyncRiffsS2:E8 Indie Singer-Songwriter Marelle: Journey, Inspirations, and Music InsightsS2: E8 Indie Singer-Songwriter Marelle: Journey, Inspirations, and Music Insights 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45... 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/s... 🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEnt... ------------------------------------------- CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ 📸 Instagram: @bluebuddha...2024-06-1437 minSyncRiffsS2:E7 Producer Dom Brady & Hip Hop Artist Nor Kin4LifeS2:E7: Producer Dom Brady & Hip Hop Artist Nor Kin4Life 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy ------------------------------------------- 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ 📸 Instagram: @bluebuddhaent @syncriffs -------------------------------------------- ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Charles interviews Hip Hop Artist and Emcee Nor Kin4Life and producer Dom...2024-06-0744 minSyncRiffsS2: E6 Interview with Angela Leus, SVP of Universal FilmsS2: E6 Interview with Angela Leus, SVP of Universal Films 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy 🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts ------------------------------------------- CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ 📸 Instagram: @bl...2024-06-0137 minSyncRiffsS2: E5 Producer Dom Brady & Artist MiaMei: Behind the Beats & RhymesS2: E5: Producer Dom Brady & Artist MiaMei: Behind the Beats & Rhymes 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy 🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts ------------------------------------------- CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com...2024-05-2445 minSyncRiffsS2:E4 Interview with music supervisor Brittany Douziech of Hulu's Life and Beth Interview with music supervisor Brittany Douziech of Hulu's Life and Beth 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy 🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts ------------------------------------------- CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/ ...2024-05-1747 minSyncRiffsS2.EP3: Interview with Lana Bui, Music Director at Rogue PlanetS2.EP3: Interview with Lana Bui, Music Director at Rogue Planet 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy 🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts ------------------------------------------- CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddha...2024-05-1037 minSyncRiffsS2 EP. 2: Analog Recording Tips & Sync-Friendly MusicS2 EP. 2: Analog Recording Tips & Sync-Friendly Music 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff 🎧 Sign up for our 10-week LIVE Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy 🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts/posts 🌟 Register for our annual AAPI Virtual Panel 5/16/24: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/aapi-panel ------------------------------------------- CONTACT US: 📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com 🔵 Blue Bu...2024-05-0231 minSyncRiffsSeason 2, Ep 1 Universal Music's TikTok Exit, Co-Writer Vetting, Nashville's Influence, and More!Season 2, Ep 1 or we can call it Episode 31Universal Music's TikTok Exit, Co-Writer Vetting, Nashville's Influence, and More! 🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45... 🎧 Sign up for our 10-week LIVE Sync Like A Pro Academy: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy 🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts 🌟 Register for our annual AAPI Virtual Panel 5/16/24: https://mailchi.mp/ea...2024-04-2453 minSyncRiffsSelling Sunset : Sync Analysis (Bonus Content)Sync Agent, Charles Levan of Blue Buddha, breaks down songs synced in Season 6, of Love Is Blind. What are the trends in Sync and what Sync Agents are looking for. SyncRiffs Podcast🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/b61df3981662/abngm...🎧 Sign up for our 10-week LIVE sync & Songwriting Masterclass: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/s...🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEnt...-------------------------------------------CONTACT US...2024-03-1216 minSyncRiffsLove is Blind Season 6, Sync Analysis (Bonus Content)Sync Agent, Charles Levan of Blue Buddha, breaks down songs synced in Season 6, of Love Is Blind. What are the trends in Sync and what Sync Agents are looking for.SyncRiffs Podcast🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/b61df3981662/abngm...🎧 Sign up for our 10-week LIVE sync & Songwriting Masterclass:https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/s...🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEnt...-------------------------------------------CONTACT US...2024-03-0813 minSyncRiffsLove Is Blind, Season 6 Trailer Analysis (Bonus Content)Sync Agent, Charles Levan of Blue Buddha, breaks down songs synced in Season 6, of Love Is Blind. What are the trends in Sync and what Sync Agents are looking for. SyncRiffs Podcast🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/b61df3981662/abngm...🎧 Sign up for our 10-week LIVE sync & Songwriting Masterclass: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/s...🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here: https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEnt...-------------------------------------------CONTACT US...2024-03-0808 min
SyncRiffsEP. 30: INTERVIEW WITH MUSIC SUPERVISOR ANN KLINEEP. 30: INTERVIEW WITH MUSIC SUPERVISOR ANN KLINEThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles sits down with Ann Kline, an experienced music supervisor and attorney with film and television credits including some of the most successful and prestigious television series (ER, The West Wing, Shameless, The Good Doctor, etc.). Ann’s experience is unique in that it combines high level creative skills for placing music with the ability to understand the increasingly complex content rights landscape and negotiate deals addressing complex rights issues among myriad interconnected parties including artists, managers, attorneys, agents, composers, producers, writers, di...2023-10-0442 min
SyncRiffsEP. 29: INTERVIEW WITH MUSIC SUPERVISOR JENNIFER SMITHEP. 29: INTERVIEW WITH MUSIC SUPERVISOR JENNIFER SMITH This week on SyncRiffs, Charles sits down with Jennifer Smith, a Los Angeles based Music Supervisor with over a decade of experience in music and film/TV. Jennifer's impressive career includes working on shows such as America’s Best Dance Crew, Dancing With The Stars, The Ellen Show, and Netflix’s Deadly Illusions. She is also the founder of her own music supervision company, Rat Dance Party, which specializes in Film, TV.Jennifer's work has been featured on projects produced by Showtime, Paramount+, Netflix, Viacom...2023-09-2650 min
SyncRiffsEP. 28: INTERVIEW WITH DAVE GREEN OF THE FILTHY SOULSEP. 28: INTERVIEW WITH DAVE GREEN OF THE FILTHY SOULS This week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews Dave Green of The Filthy Souls, an indie-rock band originally from Manchester, England. Front-man Dave Green possesses a creative energy that drives their music and electric live performances. His strength of voice transcends any era classification, while still giving just a hint of his many musical influences. The music of this Brit rock/pop group has been featured in many TV shows, film trailers, and adverts. Follow Dave on IG: @davegr33n Music & Merch: https://thefilthysouls.band...2023-09-2035 min
SyncRiffsEP.27: INTERVIEW WITH SUSAN DOLAN OF DIG MUSICEP.27: INTERVIEW WITH SUSAN DOLAN OF DIG MUSIC This week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews music supervisor Susan Dolan of Dig Music. Susan has spent the last fifteen years spearheading the music related aspects of productions. Some of her past work includes placements and scores in notable ad campaigns for Fortune 500 companies, network TV shows and award winning independent films. Topics 0:00 Introduction 1: 28 Entering the Industry 2:06 New York ad agency in the early days 2:41 Moving to Los Angeles and connecting with KCRW 3:41 Working at Hum Music 4:47 Wo...2023-09-1346 min
SyncRiffsEP. 26: INTERVIEW WITH JACKSON WHALANEP. 26: INTERVIEW WITH JACKSON WHALANCharles interviews Jackson Whalan, an American lyricist and producer known for his high-impact rapping, music production, live performance, and collaboration. He has independently released over 100 songs, including LPs, EPs, singles, and features, while touring extensively both solo and with a live band.Topics 0:00 Introduction 1:50 Jackson’s start in music2:35 Early influences: Nas, Fugees 3:33 Early mixtapes and the road to being a rapper4:05 Passing out mixtapes in high school & live performances5:00 Early days of “The Aposoul” aka Jackson Whalan5:35 Early gear & a casio...2023-09-0640 min
SyncRiffsEP. 25: INTERVIEW WITH COMPOSER JERMAINE STEGALLEP. 25: INTERVIEW WITH COMPOSER JERMAINE STEGALL Charles interviews composer Jermaine Stegall, an accomplished and versatile composer and conductor. With over 50 projects to his credit, Stegall is most well-known for the score to “Coming 2 America,” the highly anticipated sequel to the Eddie Murphy classic, with Murphy, Arsenio Hall and James Earl-Jones all reprising their roles. Jermaine recently completed the score for "Praise This" for Universal Pictures. Other scoring and conducting assignments have included “Senior Year” (2022) for Paramount Pictures, and the upcoming film “Oracle” for Universal Pictures. As a musical conductor, Stegall led a live string orchestr...2023-08-3058 min
SyncRiffsEP. 24: INTERVIEW WITH ANNABEL LEEEP. 24: INTERVIEW WITH ANNABEL LEECharles interviews Annabel Lee, a force in the underground Los Angeles music scene, packing every venue she plays (The Echo, School Night, Satellite, Moroccan Lounge, Hotel Cafe and more). Her current album MOTHER’S HAMMER is available on all D.S.P’s. “Alt-rock killer Queen Annabel Lee is rising from the L.A. underground scene biting down a knife as sharp as the lyrics to her song. She started out kicking it in the New England scene, where she would develop that manic, live-wire stage presence and energy t...2023-08-2353 min
SyncRiffsEP. 23: INTERVIEW WITH JASON KOITER, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER OF CRIMINAL MINDSEP. 23: INTERVIEW WITH JASON KOITER, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER OF CRIMINAL MINDSThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews associate producer of CBS’s Criminal Minds, Jason Koiter. A fourteen year veteran of post production, Jason Koiter has worked on over 270 episodes of network and streaming TV, as well as music videos, web series, feature films and short films. He got started in the entertainment business as a professional musician, and soon became a recording engineer, working for many years at studios around Los Angeles.Topics 0:00 Introduction 0:30 Jason’s Background 0:58 Jason’s start as a m...2023-08-1553 min
SyncRiffsEP. 22: INTERVIEW WITH JEFF CAUDILL OF LOW COASTEP. 22: INTERVIEW WITH JEFF CAUDILL OF LOW COAST This week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews Jeff Caudill of Low Coast. After more than two decades with the fan-adored band Gameface, Jeff Caudill returns with a new band, Low Coast, and a debut album, Existing the Dream. Low Coast is a departure from the SoCal melodic punk rock world and a foray into the direction of bands like Wilco, Gin Blossoms, and Death Cab For Cutie. Topics 0:00 Introduction 1:09 Jeff’s first band Gameface 2:30 Going Solo & forming Low Coast 2023-08-0945 min
SyncRiffsEP. 21: INTERVIEW WITH COMPOSER TROY MACCUBBIN OF ALLOY TRACKSEP. 21: INTERVIEW WITH COMPOSER TROY MACCUBBIN OF ALLOY TRACKS This week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews Troy MacCubbin, President and owner of Alloy Tracks, an audio production company specializing in Custom Music & Sound Design for Trailers, Film, TV, Gaming, Commercials, New Media & more. Some of their work includes compositions in films and trailers like: Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Big Sugar, It, Cocaine Bear, and Oppenheimer to name a few. Topics: 0:00 Introduction 2:00 Troy’s career as an Indie Artist 3:20 Forming Alloy Tracks 7:30 The Art of Trailerization + Remixes ...2023-08-0250 min
SyncRiffsEp. 20: Interview with Music Supervisor Laura WebbEp. 20: Interview with music supervisor Laura WebbThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews music supervisor Laura Webb.A veteran music supervisor of television and film, a proud member of the Guild of Music Supervisors, and a three Times GMS Award Winner, Laura Webb is known for her work on hit projects like: The Hills, Kung Fu, XO Kitty, To All The Boys, I Still Love You, Teen Wolf, The Purge, Resident Alien and others. Laura peels back the curtain on the art of being a music supervisor and selecting and clearing music for...2023-07-2654 min
SyncRiffsEP 19: Hollywood Strike + Answering Your QuestionsEP 19: Hollywood Strike + Answering Your QuestionsCharles and Chase discuss the current and future impact of the TV & Film production shutdown in Hollywood, strategies for indie artists during the work stoppage, and answer viewer + listener questions. Want your questions answered on a future episode? Tag us on Instagram @syncriffs and @bluebuddhaent.- Namaste -Check out our linktree for opportunities to connect with us: https://linktr.ee/bluebuddhaent🎵Sync & Songwriting Masterclass🎵Sync & Songwriting Strategy Workshop🎵Working With a Sync Agent Minicourse🎵Listening Sessions & more to come!Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.comInstagram:@syncriffs@bluebuddhaent@chasewalkerbandMusic: "Flying Tigers" from Magic TigerPodc...2023-07-1841 min
SyncRiffsEP 18: SYNC 101 Samples & Cover TunesEP 18: SYNC 101 Samples & Cover Tunes Charles and Chase break things down as it relates to songs with samples and having cover versions in your catalog of work. Understanding BOTH topics is uber important in the sync space. Topics Discussed: 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Definition of Cover Tunes & Pitching Cover Songs 2:08 Why Record Cover Tunes? 3:00 Getting Cover Tune Assets from Label Partners 4:50 Mechanical License vs. a Cover Tune 7:32 Derivative Works 8:40 What Songs Should I Cover? 9:01 Which Artists Won’t Approve Cover Ve...2023-07-1434 min
SyncRiffsEP 18: SYNC 101 Samples & Cover TunesEP 18: SYNC 101 Samples & Cover Tunes Charles and Chase break things down as it relates to songs with samples and having cover versions in your catalog of work. Understanding BOTH topics is uber important in the sync space. Topics Discussed: 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Definition of Cover Tunes & Pitching Cover Songs 2:08 Why Record Cover Tunes? 3:00 Getting Cover Tune Assets from Label Partners 4:50 Mechanical License vs. a Cover Tune 7:32 Derivative Works 8:40 What Songs Should I Cover? 9:01 Which Artists Won’t Approve Cover V...2023-07-121h 21
SyncRiffsEp.17: Interview with music supervisor Jen PykenEp.17: Interview with music supervisor Jen PykenThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews music supervisor Jen Pyken.A veteran music supervisor of television and movies, Jen Pyken landed her first Emmy nomination for her work on NBC’s “This Is Us.” She is a proud member of the Guild of Music Supervisors and recently launched an online Masterclass on music supervision (see link below). In this episode Jen breaks down her process and the craft of music supervision. 1:15 The process 3:20 Average budgets in television 5:00 Collaborating with her showrunner & editor6...2023-07-0444 min
SyncRiffsEp.16: Interview with singer songwriter LenkaEp.16: Interview with singer songwriter Lenka This week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews Lenka, an Australian singer songwriter who is back working with the Blue Buddha Sync Team. Charles & Blue Buddha Entertainment first worked with Lenka in 2007, securing her two syncs before she went on to secure a major label and publishing deal. Welcome to Lenkaland! Inhabited by Aussie singer-songwriter Lenka and all her sugar bombs, Lenka has spent much of her time on this earth making music to soothe her own heart and hopefully yours. Her early career as an actress spiked everything wi...2023-06-2738 min
SyncRiffsEp.15: Interview with music supervisor and KCRW DJ Francesca HardingEp.15: Interview with music supervisor and KCRW DJ Francesca HardingThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews KCRW DJ & music supervisor Francesca Harding.Francesca Harding has worked as a radio host, DJ and music supervisor for over a decade. From DJ’ing internationally to working in the sync and licensing world, Francesca has provided the musical backdrop for a variety of projects. Francesca’s music supervision credits include 911 (FOX), Kings of Napa (OWN), and High School Musical: The Musical, The Series S3 (Disney) She takes us through her journey as a music supervisor and give...2023-06-2344 min
SyncRiffsEp.14: Interview with pop artist Jess MeilmanEp.14: Interview with pop artist Jess Meilman This week on SyncRiffs, Charles welcomes pop artist, Jess Meilman, to the studio for a special interview about her singles “Ketamine Kids” and “Nothing,” her musical influences, how she approaches the songwriting process, upcoming releases, and more! After her sparkling debut with the soulful indie pop tracks “Guilty Soulmate,” “Plenty,” the summer anthem “Summer Nights,” the witty “Life Is A Bitch,” and “Ketamine Kids,” the up-and-coming indie pop vocalist recently released her heartbreak anthem “Nothing” in Spring of 2023. Originally from New York, Meilman grew up singing, songwriting...2023-06-2140 min
SyncRiffsEP 13: Interview with music supervisor Melany MitchellEP 13: Interview with music supervisor Melany Mitchell This week on @syncriffs, Charles interviews music supervisor Melany Mitchell. Melany Mitchell was born in Burlington, North Carolina, USA. She is known for The Broken Hearts Gallery (2020), As They Made Us (2022) Everything's Gonna Be Okay (2020), Fantasy Island (Fox), I’m Totally Fine (2022), Block Party (2023) God Save the Queens (2022) and more. She takes us through her journey as a music supervisor and gives us insights into working in the music business. Topics discussed: ✔️ Background and breaking into the Industry ✔️Challenges & oppor...2023-06-1742 min
SyncRiffsEp.12: INTERVIEW WITH SIMON SHORT, LEAD SINGER OF THE JACK KNIVESEp.12: INTERVIEW WITH SIMON SHORT, LEAD SINGER OF THE JACK KNIVES #syncagency #musiclicensing #musicindustry #indierock #punkrock This week on SyncRiffs, Charles welcomes SIMON SHORT, lead singer of indie punk-rock band THE JACK KNIVES to the studio for a special interview about their latest single ‘Are You Listening,’ his musical influences, their songwriting process, upcoming releases, and plans for a tour in 2023. Topics discussed: 🌟 Forming the band 🌟 Musical Influences 🌟 Producer Riff Audio 🌟 The process of producing a video 🌟 Simon’s musical influences 🌟 The story behind the sing...2023-06-1335 min
SyncRiffsEP.11: INTERVIEW WITH AMERICANA SINGER SONGWRITER KATIE COLEEP.11: INTERVIEW WITH AMERICANA SINGER SONGWRITER KATIE COLE#syncagency #musiclicensing #musicindustry #indieartist #americanaThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles welcomes KATIE COLE, an Americana singer songwriter and keys player for The Smashing Pumpkins, to the studio for a special interview about her latest EP ‘Rivers & Roads,’ her musical influences, and what it’s like touring and performing with The Smashing Pumpkins.Topics discussed:🌟 Katie’s career arc and Americana Sound🌟 Songwriting & Collaboration with Howard Willing🌟 ‘Rivers and Road’ E.P.🌟‘Young & Stupid’ single🌟 Songwriting for Sync🌟 Playback of: ‘River Flow’ & ‘Maybe...2023-06-0646 min
SyncRiffsEP 10: Interview with music supervisor Bianca Valencia💫EP 10: Interview with music supervisor Bianca Valencia💫 Watch and subscribe to our YouTube channel or listen wherever you get your podcasts. This week on @syncriffs, Charles interviews music supervisor Bianca Valencia for AAPI heritage month. Bianca Valencia has worked on projects "The Cleaning Lady" (Fox), "India Sweet & Spices", "A Ghost Story", & "Little Wing" (Indie Film). She takes us through her journey as a music supervisor, giving us insights into her day-to-day, and working in the music business. Topics Discussed: ✔️ AAPI role-models ✔️ Fox's"The Cleaning Lady" ✔️ Her work as a Mu...2023-05-3141 min
SyncRiffsEP 9: INTERVIEW WITH MUSIC COMPOSER TANGELENE BOLTONEP 9: INTERVIEW WITH MUSIC COMPOSER TANGELENE BOLTON This week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews music composer Tangelene Bolton for AAPI heritage month.⚡️ Tangelene Bolton (she/her) is a Filipina-American film, TV, and media composer based in Los Angeles, CA. A Berklee College of Music Film Scoring graduate and a 2020 Sundance Composer Fellow, Tangelene possesses a distinct music style that is a mashup of neoclassical, electronic, folk, and jazz. She boldly turns traditional and conventional sounds into exciting and new territories. Having got her start working for A-list composers such as Hans Zimmer (The Lion King, Gla...2023-05-2640 min
SyncRiffsEP 8: INTERVIEW WITH ARIANNA LADY BASCO, MINDY DINH, AIR APPARENT & TRYNKETThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews Arianna Lady Basco, music supervisor Mindy Dinh, and indie artists Air Apparent and Trynket, for AAPI Heritage Month.The guests discuss their journeys in the entertainment industry and share what they've learned along the way.Arianna Lady Basco: artist/actress/directorIG: @ariannabasco__"The Fabulous Filipino Brothers" Mindy Dinh: music supervisorIG:@thegreatmindino"Fremont," "The Big Brunch," "Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers," "I Love My Dad," Bud Light Next Super Bowl 2023 commercial Neil Sethi aka Air Apparent: musician2023-05-2349 min
SyncRiffsEP 7: PART 2 INTERVIEW WITH DEREK BASCO, ELLA JAY BASCO & CASEY DUNMOREEP 7: PART 2 INTERVIEW WITH DEREK BASCO, ELLA JAY BASCO & CASEY DUNMORE This week on SyncRiffs, Charles continues his interview with Derek Basco, Ellay Jay Basco & Casey Dunmore for AAPI Heritage Month. In part 2 of this exclusive interview, the guests discuss their journeys in the entertainment industry and share what they've learned along the way. Music: "Flying Tigers" from Magic Tiger Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regardin...2023-05-1729 min
SyncRiffsEP 6: INTERVIEW WITH DEREK BASCO, ELLA JAY BASCO & CASEY DUNMOREsyncriffs ep 6EP 6: INTERVIEW WITH DEREK BASCO, ELLA JAY BASCO & CASEY DUNMORE #musicindustry #aapivoices This week on SyncRiffs, Charles interviews Derek Basco, Ellay Jay Basco & Casey Dunmore for AAPI Heritage Month. In part 1 of this exclusive interview, the guests discuss their journeys in the entertainment industry, reflect on their "start" in Hollywood and music, and share what they've learned along the way. Derek Basco: actor/director IG: @derek_basco "The Fabulous Filipino Brothers," "Obi-wan Kenobi," "Mayor of Kingstown" Ella Jay Basco: actress/musician/filmmaker IG:@ellaj...2023-05-1030 min
SyncRiffsSync Songs About LifeEP 5: Sync Songs About LifeThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles & Chase discuss songs about life, the experiences that make great music for TV and other media placements, and answer viewer questions (drop yours in the comments for future Q&A segments!).Topics discussed:✔️ Co-Writers & Split Sheets✔️ Registering Your Music with a PRO✔️ Pitching Alternate Mixes✔️Work For Hire✔️ Stems for Instrumental Mixes✔️ One Stop vs. Easy Clear✔️ Library MusicSupport the show2023-05-0331 min
SyncRiffsLove Songs That Get SyncedEP 4: LOVE SONGS THAT GET SYNCED is live on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Amazon 💫Be sure to subscribe to our channel so you don't miss the next episode!This week on @syncriffs, Charles & @chasewalkerband break down what makes a great Love song and the qualities that lend itself for landing a music placement⚡️Topics discussed:✔️ Elements of a Great Love Song✔️ Love between a...2023-04-2622 min
SyncRiffsParty Songs That Get SyncedThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles & Chase discuss what makes a great party song and the qualities that lend itself for landing a music placement.Topics discussed:✔️ Elements of a Great Party Song✔️ Source vs. Diegetic Songs✔️ Tempo & BPMs✔️ Vocals & HooksSyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry.Check out our linktree...2023-04-1921 min
SyncRiffsThe Art of the PitchThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles & Chase discuss how sync agents pitch songs, giving insight to the key information music supervisors share in briefs and how lyrics can make or break a potential sync.Topics discussed: ✔️ Music Briefs ✔️ Replacing ‘temp’ songs ✔️ Song lyrics ✔️ MetadataMusic: "Flying Tigers" from @magictiger_Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment#podcast #musiceducation #musiclicensing #musicindustry #onestop #indieartist #musicsupervisor #syncagent #bluebuddhaent #syncriffsSupport the show2023-04-1921 min
SyncRiffsHow To Make Money From Your MusicThis week on SyncRiffs, Charles & Chase break down how independent artists, producers, and composers can make money with their music in the world of sync placements. Topics discussed: Working with a sync agent. Working with music supervisors. One Stop Representation. Co-Writers & Ownership.SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Check out our linktree for opportunities to...2023-04-1919 min