The song you choose when doing a one song showcase is absolutely critical! Watch this video and learn how difficult it is to make a rock song believable, especially when using a track, and why that is. Also, hear Tom’s thoughts about “thinking onstage.” Backstage Pass VideoBackstage Pass Videos offer a wide variety of great […]
Lauren Alicia Song & Critique Review Video
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Rockabilly Before & After Video
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“Yukon’t be serious!” That’s what my husband said when I told him I was asked to go to the Northwestern Territories of Canada recently. Funny guy. Yes, Whitehorse, Yukon to be exact – to work with a number of artists one-on-one. I had the privilege of doing a Live Music Makeover with a singer/songwriter duo, […]
Charity Vance Song & Critique Review Video
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Watch this video to learn how your audience will decide if they like you or not. Also, see Tom Jackson show a songwriter how to “not get in the way” of the lyrics, and hear him talk about appealing to a broader audience to make fans. Backstage Pass VideoBackstage Pass Videos offer a wide variety […]
Isis Song & Critique Review Video
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From this video, gain the perspective of a professional industry panel hearing a 1-song showcase. Note the difference in what each judge sees: Live Music Producer Tom Jackson focuses on the passion in the performance, songwriter/producer Rick Elias listens for song structure and word play, while manager Mike Smith feels for an overall vibe. All […]
Austin Renfroe Music Makeover Part 1 of 5 Video
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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 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 […]
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