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Who Owns the Master Recording of Your Song?
Let’s talk about something most artists overlook until it’s too late: Who actually owns the master recording of your track? If the answer...
silasbeats
Jun 62 min read
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What Does SAMRO Actually Do?
If you're a South African artist, producer, or songwriter, chances are you've heard of SAMRO . But let’s be honest, do you really know...
silasbeats
Jun 62 min read
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How I Got My First Fiverr Orders
When I first joined Fiverr, nothing happened. No orders. No inquiries. Just silence. For weeks, I watched others rack up gigs while I sat...
silasbeats
Jun 32 min read
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What My VO Clients Taught Me About Music Clients (and Vice Versa)
As a freelancer working in both music and voiceover, one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is this: while the clients may come from...
silasbeats
May 294 min read
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How I Use Fiverr as a Launchpad (Not a Lifeline)
Fiverr was never supposed to be the full plan. When I joined, I wanted to learn the system, earn some extra cash, and build proof. That...
silasbeats
May 283 min read
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3 Reasons Your Sync Tracks Keep Getting Rejected (And How to Fix Them)
So, you've been submitting music to sync libraries, crossing your fingers, and… crickets. Or worse: straight-up rejections. Before you...
silasbeats
May 242 min read
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The Creative Freelancer’s Guide to Surviving Quiet Weeks
Let’s be honest. There are weeks in this freelance thing where nothing’s happening. No orders. No enquiries. Just silence. And it’s not...
silasbeats
May 233 min read
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Voice-Over on Fiverr: My Systems, Tools, and How I Keep Clients Coming Back
When people ask me how I built a voice-over business on Fiverr that brings in consistent orders, it usually starts with one word: systems....
silasbeats
May 213 min read
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5 Fiverr Mistakes That Cost Me Time, Money, and Sanity
If you’ve been on Fiverr for more than five minutes, you’ve probably made at least one mistake. I made plenty. And while some of them...
silasbeats
May 203 min read
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How I Earned $45,000 on Fiverr
When I first joined Fiverr in 2022, I had zero expectations. I just knew I wanted to freelance from home here in South Africa—and...
silasbeats
May 162 min read
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Why SAMRO Feels Complicated
I was chatting to a fellow creative the other day. We ended up on the topic of SAMRO... and how the registration process feels like...
silasbeats
May 151 min read
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When Will SAMRO Pay You?
One of the first things I asked myself after signing up with SAMRO was, “Okay cool, but when do I actually get paid?” If you're a South...
silasbeats
May 103 min read
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When a customer says 'That's too expensive,' what should you say next?
Ever gotten that message? “I love your work… but your price is out of our budget.” I remember how that used to sting when I first started...
silasbeats
May 72 min read
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How to know if your tracks are ready for sync
When I first started producing, I was just chasing what felt good - hard drums, wild transitions, catchy loops. And that worked great...
silasbeats
May 72 min read
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Should You Release Singles or an Album?
If you're an artist trying to grow your music career in 2025, you're probably wondering: is it better to release singles or an album ? ...
silasbeats
Apr 172 min read
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What Type of Beat Should You Choose for Your Next Song?
One of the biggest mistakes I see artists make is choosing a beat just because it sounds cool in the moment, without thinking about how...
silasbeats
Apr 142 min read
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How to Use Free Tagged Beats the Right Way (Without Getting in Legal Trouble)
Free beats are everywhere; YouTube, Instagram, BeatStars and if you’re an upcoming artist, it’s tempting to grab one and start...
silasbeats
Apr 132 min read
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How I Got My Music Heard on TV: Sync Licensing
Ever turned on the TV and thought, "What if that were my music playing?" Well, for me, that dream has become a reality—and it’s surreal....
silasbeats
Jan 161 min read
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How I Locked In for Months and Achieved Sync Licensing Success
Breaking into sync licensing is no easy feat, but with the right approach, it’s possible to turn your music into a steady source of...
silasbeats
Dec 2, 20242 min read
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How to Prepare Your Music Library for Sync Licensing Success
Want your music to land in movies, TV shows, or commercials? Getting your tracks sync-ready is the first step. Here’s a quick guide to...
silasbeats
Dec 2, 20241 min read
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