Additional Podcast Appearances...
Listen as Michael chats with musicians and podcast hosts around the world on how to bridge the gap between "I love creating and performing music" and "How do I turn this into a sustainable career?"
The Career Musician
Real Musicians Don't Stave with Michael Elsner
In this episode of The Career Musician, we will learn from our guest, Michael Elsner, the business of music licensing.
Michael’s career as a musician spans over 30 years being a guitarist, songwriter/composer, and music licensing guru. He has toured with artists of various genres, in a multitude of countries throughout the world.
He has over 2,200 sync placements, and has songs & compositions that have appeared on over 180 different Television Series, Major Motion Film Trailers & International Commercials.
The Rich Redmond Show
There's Never Been a Better Time To Be In Music
Michael Elsner has played on sessions for a multitude of television, album and film projects. His solo release "Stained Voodoo" took home the award for Instrumental Album of the Year at the LA Music Awards. He has performed on and co-produced many virtual instrument and loop libraries.
What many people like to learn from Michael is the art of music licensing. As a songwriter and producer, his songs have been placed in various movies, television shows, and DVDs. With over 2000 sync placements to his name, Michael has shared the process that he's used to generate those placements.
The EntreMusician Podcast
A Conversation with Michael Elsner
This Special Episode features a soulful conversation with Composer, Producer, Musician, & Author, Michael Elsner.
Michael is the Developer & Director of the Online Course Master Music Licensing, of which I am an active student.
He shares tons of wisdom for those looking to embark upon a career in Sync Licensing, as well as practical tips for moving the needle forward and adding value to others as an EntreMusician.
The Savvy Musician Show
Sync Licensing Sucks, Change my Mind Pt. 1
Today we get a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes functions involved in licensing; TV, Film, Commercials, etc. Many musicians avoid licensing their music because they feel like they have no control, and don’t even know the way in.
Today, Michael Elsner is here to completely change our perspective on licensing as a whole.
The Savvy Musician Show
Sync Licensing Sucks, Change my Mind Pt. 2
Today we get a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes functions involved in licensing; TV, Film, Commercials, etc. Many musicians avoid licensing their music because they feel like they have no control, and don’t even know the way in.
Today, Michael Elsner is here to completely change our perspective on licensing as a whole.
The Music Industry Blueprint
The Truth About Music Licensing
When I survey musicians's the #1 thing they want to know is how to get their music into film and tv. Michael Elsner is the best.
Today’s episode will show you how the music industry has changed for your benefit, and Michael explains why this is the golden age of music licensing as he gives his step-by-step process to getting started and succeeding through licensing.
Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle Podcast
Music Licensing Expert Michael Elsner
In this interview, we spoke with sync licensing expert Michael Elsner about growing up in Woodstock, making the jump to writing for television, his 4 step process to licensing, and much more.
Michael has taken his knowledge and experience of music licensing and created Master Music Licensing, which provides a first-hand look on how to obtain sync placements in film and television.
Streamline with Mike Warner
Music Licensing Explained by Michael Elsner
Michael Elsner helps independent musicians create a lucrative income without signing their life away to a record label or publisher, by getting their music on TV Shows, Films and Commercials. He does this using a 4 step process he's developed over the last 16 years that has allowed him over 2500 sync placements of his own music.
In this episode he gives some quick tips to help artists get comfortable, and get more familiar with the world of music licensing.
Making Money in the Music Business
Music Licensing Expert Michael Elsner
Michael Elsner, a guitarist, songwriter, producer and expert in music licensing and placement , is our special guest in this week's podcast episode.
Michael discusses his musical background and what led him to a dynamic career in music licensing. He also provides the four basic steps all musicians need to know when it comes to successfully getting music licensed for TV and film placements.
Made it in Music
Writing Music for Film and TV Placements
Through the process of working with many artists over the course of his career, Michael realized that while there’s a lot of information available regarding what music licensing is, there is very little regarding how to successfully license your music. Master Music Licensing was born out of a response to this.
In this episode, Michael graciously explains that the biggest mistake people make is the delivery process and understanding that sync licensing is a completely different industry. Writing music is no different, but the requirements to send in your music and set yourself up for success are completely different.
Listen in as Seth and Michael take you through the fascinating world of music for film and TV.
Star Singer Podcast
4 Steps To Getting Your Singing and Your Music on TV
Do you want more freedom than the music industry can give you? Would you rather be creating in your studio then performing on stage? If so, THIS episode is for you!
Today, Michael Elsner, who has over 2000 sync placments, is coming on the show to chat about how to get your music on TV!
Smart Music Business
Interview with Michael Elsner from Master Music Licensing
Make Moves in Music
Michael Elsner: Songwriter, Composer & Owner Of Master Music Licensing
This week on M3 we're welcoming Songwriter / Composer Michael Elsner from Master Music Licensing! He's helped thousands of independent artists and producers to find success in sync to TV, ads and film.
In this episode, Michael shares about how he went from a struggling musician to having over 2,000 placements of his original music. Ever a student of the process, Michael will give you some sturdy guardrails for your bold exploration of the music licensing world. Are you ready? It's time to tune in and level up!
The Charron Zone
Getting Your Music Licensed in Film/TV. Motivation & Mindset with Michael Elsner
Michael has generated well over 2000 placements in TV, Film, Commercials, and Movie trailers throughout his career. Some of his credits include The SuperBowl, The Voice, American Idol, Impractical Jokers, Baywatch, and many more...
The Business Side of Music
Mastering the Business of Licensing Music to Film & TV
In our 100th episode, we introduce you to Michael Elsner. As a songwriter and producer has over 2,000 original song placements in over 850 TV episodes and contributed music to over 180 individual television series.
He’s also written music for various movies, film trailers, and commercials, some of which include American Idol, The Voice, EXTRA, The Sing-Off, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Flip or Flop, the Real Housewives Series, Hannah Montana, and High School Musical 2.
With the goal of inspiring and helping others pursue their passions, and achieve their own musical dreams, Elsner has written an E-book entitled The 4 Step Plan to Licensing Success as well offers an online course called “Master Music Licensing.
Modern Musician Podcast
How To Get Your Music In TV, Film, And Commercials (Sync Licensing Masterclass with Michael Elsner)
Michael Elsner is the Founder of Master Music Licensing with over 2000 placements of original music in TV shows, film trailers, and commercials. He helps artists create a consistent income stream with their music by showing them how to successfully license their music to TV, films, commercials, video games, and other outlets.
In this episode, Michael shares how to properly approach the business of sync licensing, and how it differs from the traditional music industry.
The Profitable Musician Show
Earn Income Through Sync Licensing And Help Your Business Grow
Our host, Bree Noble, interviews Michael Elsner about sync licensing opportunities. Michael's career took a left turn after getting his first song licensed on CBS's Cold Case in 2004. He tried to do sync licensing while pursuing his artist career but felt so stressed out it caused health issues, so he changed his path.
In this episode he explains why it’s the right time to get into sync licensing, and the process he used. He shares his struggles over the years, the learnings he gained, and gives us guidelines on the path we could take. Explore the opportunities, learn how to create income to scale your business, and tune into this episode.
Everyone Loves Guitar
Episode #167: Guitarist Michael Elsner has over 2000 Songs Licensed
Song Talk Radio
4 Steps to License Your Songs
If you have Music Licensing questions, then this show is for you!
Michael Elsner of MasterMusicLicensing.com stopped by to share some killer tips on how to get your songs into Movies and TV.
We talked about how releasing songs for radio and songs for TV are two entirely different processes. We also covered the different factors that affect your licensing fee, how to license your songs for sync, his Master Music Licensing Course, and much, much more!
Songwriting for Guitar
Ep 25: Michael Elsner
Michael Elsner told me he often feels like he leads two completely separate lives.
A large community of musicians know him through Master Music Licensing, where he's seen as 'the sync licensing guy.'
But before he ever had his first sync placement, he'd been playing guitar in his own bands, as well as on on sessions for albums, TV shows and films between Nashville and Los Angeles.
In this interview we discussed the path he took as a guitarist that led to licensing his music, and how to know when it's time to make a pivot in your life/career.
The Engaging Voice Podcast
How Sync Licensing can be an Amazing Opportunity for Singers
In today’s episode, Tara interviews professional songwriter / guitarist / producer Michael Elsner. Michael has been in the world of sync licensing for many years now and has had such placements on shows like American Idol, The Voice, and The Ellen DeGeneres show as well as commercials for Audi, Verizon and a Super Bowl ad.
He knows first hand how this platform can be a way for singers and songwriters to be using their gifts as well.
He shares with us how changing from the mindset of pitching to the music industry to focusing on how TV music supervisors think, was instrumental in his sync licensing journey.
The Female Entrepreneur Musician Podcast
How To Earn A Steady Stream of Income from Sync Licensing with Michael Elsner
In this episode of The Career Musician, we will learn from our guest, Michael Elsner, the business of music licensing.
Michael’s career as a musician spans over 30 years being a guitarist, songwriter/composer, and music licensing guru. He has toured with artists of various genres, in a multitude of countries throughout the world.
He has over 2,200 sync placements, and has songs & compositions that have appeared on over 180 different Television Series, Major Motion Film Trailers & International Commercials.
