How Trailer Music Is Chosen: Secrets from Music Supervisor Mike Jones

Discover the latest trends in music supervision with top industry insider Mike Jones from Extreme Music! In this episode, we explore the dynamic shifts shaping music for trailers, film, TV, and video games. Mike shares the secrets behind dramatic trailerizations, picking the perfect track, and how global music licensing is changing for diverse audiences. Whether you’re an artist, composer, or aspiring music supervisor, this is your essential guide to the world of sync, audio branding, and international music business! 🌍🎬 #MusicSupervision #SyncLicensing #MusicBusiness

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⚡️What you'll learn in this episode⚡️
👉 The secrets to selecting a standout trailer track
👉 What genres are HOT for video game soundtracks
👉 How global streaming is shaping diverse music choices
👉 Mike’s no-nonsense advice for breaking into music supervision
👉 and so much more...

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Podcast Credits
Produced by: Ritch Esra & Eric Knight
Editor: Eric Knight
Shownotes & Transcriptions: Rick Staffy

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Leading music supervisor Mike Jones shares insider secrets on selecting the perfect track for film, TV, and video games on the MUBUTV Music Business Insider Podcast. He shares how video game music is changing and why popular songs are now used in trailers. Learn about the shift from traditional orchestral scores to pulse-pounding trailerizations and the importance of sync placement.