Hey There!

Today on YouTube I made a video talking more about music royalties and which streaming service pays the most out to songwriters. This week I'm discussing Google Play versus YouTube. Even though they are owned by the same parent company of Google, do you think they pay out the same amount? Find out in the above video!

xo,
​JONATHAN MILLER🌙

Hey There!

A couple years ago I made a video on my YouTube Channel about some great songwriting resources that can help improve your craft. Today I'm sharing a follow-up with EVEN MORE resources for you!

Check it out in the above video!

xo,
​JONATHAN MILLER🌙

Hey There!

There are some albums that I think deserve more recognition. These can be ones that didn't perform as well commercially or maybe performed well but I feel should have performed even BETTER with more singles and videos or something. So here are my Top 5 Albums that I feel are the most UNDERRATED!

What albums do YOU feel are UNDERRATED? Let me know in the comments!

Cheers!
~ JONATHAN MILLER🌙

☀️ Spring is Just About Here! ☀️

This winter was a bit chaotic but I've been staying busy. I really dove into writing my upcoming 6th album, challenging myself on my own "standards." Mixing up the way I write things, how I go about things, and experimenting with unusual sounds and VSTs. 

For example, I typically write a song literally from start to finish: Intro all the way to climax and ending. This time however, I've started in the middle and built around the chorus, which is very usual for my organized Virgo ass. 😂 

I've also taken great care to push myself lyrically as well. 

I've been pushing myself to get out of writing my typical way and feeling like I'm saying the same things over and over again. 🙅🏼‍♂️ Beautiful art comes from the real stuff and out of our worst experiences. I've really been working on myself by writing about subjects I typically don't allow myself to touch. It's been such a cathartic experience. 

This is my 6th album and I really want that to MEAN something.

I don't want to make music that I hope will be the music that "gets me on the map." I'm passed that fear. I just want people to love my songs and listen to the stories I want to tell. I hope that my fans feel connected to me more than ever with this record.

I know a lot of musicians say "albums are dead" in the digital age, but I respectfully disagree. To me, making an album is no different than writing a book. 📚Each song is a chapter in a body of work that tells a bigger story. The words and metaphors contained in that storybook provide powerful messages that I know many people still appreciate. Myself, included.

🔴 I don't know when this album will be out, but I know it absolutely will be the best work I've ever done. I want to make sure every aspect has a purpose and sounds "just right." 

Don't forget to keep your eyes peeled too. You never know when I might drop hints and secrets!
#JM6🏹

xo,
~ JONATHAN MILLER🌙

Hello!

There is this myth in the music industry that you have to always make things look perfect 100% of the time. It's all a big lie and no one is perfect THAT MUCH. (Although if they DO have a lot going for them, ya know what kudos to them on their journey lol) 

That's why I have my Rejected Song Lyrics series on my channel. I'm not perfect and it's absolutely OK to share some embarrassing stuff. We all learn and grow from our... choices from when we were younger, right? 😂

Anyway, check it out in the above video. I hope it gives you a laugh. 😊

xo,
​JONATHAN MILLER🌙

Hey!

How do you manage yourself as an independent artist?

💸 One of the biggest pieces of advice I tell new artists is to understand your finances. I know that we're artists and math can be scary sometimes, but it's worth your time to research where your money is coming and going. This business can get expensive fast so it's important to understand how you get paid, what you're owed, and WHEN you get paid. 

💰 It's also important to keep track of your spending! From renewal fees, to merchandise production costs, to promotion costs -it adds up quickly! 

So check out the above video with some great tips and tricks on management for indie artists!

xo,
​~ JONATHAN MILLER🌙

🌸 MERCH SHOP NOW OPEN 🌸
👕 CLICK HERE: http://www.jonathanmillershop.com 👕

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Hey!
Just wanted to share the new MERCH SHOP is OPEN NOW!


I'm excited to share The Harmonic Interlude Collection with all of you so much! I've been working on it for quite a few months. It's exciting to be able to share it! 😁


This collection would not be possible without the support of people like you. My music business has really taken an upturn recently and it's because of your support! I cannot do this without you so thank you from the bottom of my heart! I hope you enjoy everything!!


Let me know your thoughts on the shop! So thrilled to share this moment with you!


Welcome to Level 2!
~ JONATHAN MILLER🌙🌸
http://www.patreon.com/jonathanmiller

PS: As a reminder please allow 2-3 weeks for product delivery. International shipping rates and delivery times may vary.

Hey!

Just posted my latest video on YouTube answering the question, "How Many Hours Does a Songwriter Work?" Songwriting is just like any other job, but how many hours do writers actually spend DOING IT? Also, can you ACTUALLY make a living from just songwriting?

​The answer may surprise you.

Check it out in the above video!

xo,
​JONATHAN MILLER🌙