In Part 1 of this Live Music Makeover video series, watch and listen as Tom points out some cool rhythmic vocal lines, then shows how no playing (“scratch”) on the guitar can make this section a groove with the words being the focus. Also get an idea for what a solo performer can do when […]
Austin Renfroe Music Makeover Part 1 of 5 Video
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Austin Renfroe Music Makeover Part 2 of 5 Video
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In this video, Tom talks about how to look at the bridge of your song, the “why” of hanging on the 1, and changing pressure on your audience. Learn how to incorporate these concepts into your own songs! Backstage Pass VideoBackstage Pass Videos offer a wide variety of great information that will help you improve […]
Austin Renfroe Music Makeover Part 3 of 5 Video
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Working with a Live Music Producer during a rehearsal means taking risks and trying things. It’s a process of taking your vision for the song (how do you see the audience’s reaction in your mind’s eye? what do you want them to feel emotionally?), and then trying different ideas to see what works. In this […]
Austin Renfroe Music Makeover Part 4 of 5 Video
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Watch the final video reveals of Austin’s song, Quite Like This, first by himself in rehearsal with Tom, and then onstage with his band at Nashville’s premier venue The Rutledge where Austin was showcasing in front of reps from Capitol Records, producers, and more. Backstage Pass VideoBackstage Pass Videos offer a wide variety of great […]
Austin Renfroe talks about his Live Music Makeover Part 5 of 5 Video
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Austin Renfroe worked on his set with Tom Jackson, then went on to book 70+ shows, which in Austin’s words, “set me up for the year… gave me a brand new fan base… and financially allowed me to do work on other projects!” Austin’s strategy is one Tom Jackson highly recommends: write the songs, work […]
Aaron Shadwell Song & Critique Review Video
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Watch this video to learn about developing a unique sound and style, as well as finding the right time in your set to perform your songs. Industry panel judges manager Mike Smith, songwriter/producer Rick Elias, and Tom Jackson were impressed with this artist’s style, individuality, and passion… but listen to their advice on how to […]
Rae Solomon Song & Critique Review Video
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Watch this video to learn about the power of changing dynamics to help the audience understand what to pay attention to and to help create an emotional connection. Also, see another example of drawing people in during an intro; hear the difference one chord change can make; and learn about leaving space to “milk” the […]
Leanne Regalla Song & Critique Review Video
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Learn a very simple way to create a musical bed for an introduction in this video. Also, it’s vital to know what your strengths as a musician/performer are! Watch singer/songwriter Leanne Regalla tell and sing one of her “story songs” at a Tom Jackson Bootcamp. The positive remarks from the judging panel reinforce what Leanne […]
Nicole Barron Song & Critique Review Video
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Writing a hit song for the radio is difficult; but having a “hit” song for a live show is much easier! Creating a moment is the key. Watch this video to learn about using dynamics to create a moment, and hear from songwriter Rick Elias about using different landing chords for each section of your […]
Samantha Testa Records at Sunset Blvd Studios Nashville
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Look inside a professional recording studio, and see what happens when “A list” Nashville session players get together! Watch these amazing pro players make an incredibly creative recording in just a few takes. Producer/engineer Steve Dady (Keith Urban, George Strait, Michael Tait, Steven Curtis Chapman) of Sunset Blvd Studios knows exactly how to take an […]
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