In this engaging conversation, we dip in as a fly-on-the-wall at the latest MusicFit Brunch n' Learn hosted by Mike Schwartz with a very special guest, Calgary's Alternative, X929's Logan Middleton. They discuss the best practices for getting your indie band on the radio. The conversation explores the relevance of radio in the current music landscape, emphasizing its role in audience building and artist exposure. The importance of music licensing and royalties and tactical strategies for artists to engage with radio stations effectively are highlighted. The conversation concludes with a focus on the significance of networking and community support within the Calgary music scene, encouraging artists to collaborate and promote each other.Head here: https://www.skool.com/music-fit-collective-6208/about for access to our community, our hot, new 6-week artist development camp and the full recording of this brunch n' learn, including the top secret song reviews from Calgary's finest.

In this episode of MusicFit Radio, host Mike Schwartz breaks down the key to making strategic decisions in your music career. If you’ve ever found yourself saying yes to every gig or opportunity, only to feel burnt out and unfulfilled, this episode is for you. Mike introduces the three critical components every musician should consider: cash, cred, and chops.

Learn how to filter opportunities effectively by asking yourself if they contribute to your financial gain, enhance your credibility in the industry, or help you improve your skills as an artist. Mike emphasizes that not every gig needs to pay well, but it should either boost your reputation or challenge you to grow as a musician.

Discover practical examples and insights on how to leverage opportunities that hit at least two out of the three criteria, ensuring that your time and energy are spent on gigs that truly matter. Whether you’re an emerging artist or a seasoned pro, this episode provides the tools you need to navigate the music industry with intention and purpose.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

💰 How to prioritize opportunities based on cash, cred, and chops

📈 The importance of knowing your worth and valuing your time

🎤 Real-life examples of gigs that enhance your career

🚀 Strategies to filter out the noise and focus on what moves the needle

Follow Mike on Instagram at @musicfitmike and stay connected with Music Fit Records for more insights and updates.

Ready to take your music career to the next level? Visit musicfitrecords.com and register for the MFL, the only professional music league on the planet.

In this episode, we dive deep into MusicFit Afterhours—the in-person experience that brings the MFL community to life. These aren’t just shows. They’re intimate, high-energy gatherings where artists and fans connect, real challenges are addressed, and new music is tested in front of a live, engaged audience.

We break down how Afterhours solves the biggest problems artists face, from feeling disconnected from their audience to finding real-time feedback on their work. Plus, we’re talking about how every moment is recorded and documented, giving artists the kind of high-quality content that fuels their career growth.

And for the fans? This is where MFL Season Ticket Memberships come in. At every Afterhours event, we invite music lovers to go beyond the show and join the movement—unlocking exclusive content, merch, and an online community built for true music fans.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

🎤 How Afterhours events provide real-world solutions for artists and fans
📡 The power of content ownership and how artists benefit from full access to their recordings
🤝 Why Afterhours is the key external force of the MFL, bringing the online and offline worlds together
💡 How fans can become Season Ticket Holders and gain access to exclusive perks, merch, and community experiences

🔗 How to become an MFL Season Ticket Holder and get access to exclusive content, community perks, and merch
📺 Where you can watch past Afterhours performances and behind-the-scenes moments.
🎶 How to stay connected with MusicFit Records and be the first to hear about upcoming Afterhours events.

Follow along on Instagram at @musicfitrecords and @musicfitmike

Learn more about the MFL and get your Founding Member Lifetime Pass for ONLY $79 here: MusicFit Lifetime Pass

Artists, wanna play in the MFL? Apply here.

Got questions or thoughts on this episode? Hit us up in the comments or tag us on social media! Let’s keep building a music community that moves people. 🎶🔥