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How Hollywood composer Chris Lennertz levels up his demo reels
In this exclusive interview, composer Christopher Lennertz discusses the importance of demo reels and how he uses ReelCrafter’s metrics on reel engagement to identify what works well and what doesn't. Don’t miss his tips on ways to always be improving and making sure your pitches are top-notch.
Christopher Lennertz 
Everything you need to know about cue sheets and music royalties
Cue sheets are essential to getting paid royalties for your music. But what are they, and who handles them? A cue sheet is used by performing rights organizations to track and pay the composers and publishers. Read on to learn all about cue sheets and how they can benefit you as a music creator.
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EPKs 101: What every artist needs in their electronic press kit
An electronic press kit (EPK) is one shareable page that gets you booked. Here’s exactly what to include — bios, music, photos, videos, press, show dates, and contacts — plus a live band EPK example.
Sam Hulick 
4 Questions with Matthew Head
Don’t miss this edition of ”4 Questions” featuring Matthew Head, Emmy, NAACP Image, and Peabody Award-winning music producer and composer. Learn about his love for music, his big break producing music for Oprah Winfrey’s hit drama Greenleaf, and more. Get an inside look into Head’s creative process and impressive career.
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Building a killer music demo reel — Part 1: The Basics
Are you a composer or musician looking to showcase your work? Then a demo reel is a must-have tool for you. In this first article of our series, we’ll take you through the basics of what a demo reel is, why it’s important, and give you some tips on how to select the right music…
Sam Hulick 
4 Questions with Matt Bowen
Check out our latest Artist Spotlight featuring a “4 Questions” interview with composer and score producer Matt Bowen. Matt’s worked on projects like The Binge, The Boys, Blood Road, and more. Learn how he went from a music producer working with bands and artists to composing for tv and film.
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Artist Spotlight: Craig Marks, Composer
Meet LA-based composer Craig Marks, known for scoring Iron Chef America. From working with Hans Zimmer to scoring Buster Keaton’s Sherlock Jr., Marks shares his journey and offers valuable advice for aspiring composers on creating unique music and compelling demo reels.
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4 things composers can do to get paid what they’re owed
Maximize your earnings as a artist by understanding your rights and royalties. In this article, Emperia Records President Mary Kate Jiménez-Wall outlines key royalty types and offers tips for organizing your data. Learn the importance of registering your catalog and staying up-to-date with communication. Follow these strategies to ensure you’re paid what you deserve for…
Mary Kate Jiménez-Wall 
5 ways ReelCrafter is better than SoundCloud for private audio demo reels
SoundCloud revolutionized music discovery, but for sending private demo reels to directors and audio leads, ReelCrafter reigns supreme. Designed for professional-quality reels, it offers unique features that can’t be replicated on SoundCloud. What sets ReelCrafter apart?
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