Music Producer

3 Music Producer Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 7th, 2024

A music producer or a record producer assists an artist with their recording project. The professional focuses on bringing the musician's vision to fruition and guiding the sound.

To become a music producer, enroll in music lessons and listen to different styles of music from multiple eras. Then, learn an instrument so you can read sheet music. Familiarize yourself with the music production software and set up a professional music production and recording space.

In this list, you'll find real-world music producer success stories and very profitable examples of starting a music producer that makes money.

1. Anno Domini Nation ($2.1M/year)

While experimenting with "semi-legal" music production software during his business studies, Adrian Wood posted his beats online just for fun. When artists started buying his beats, he revolutionized the beat-selling industry by introducing non-exclusive licenses and PayPal "buy now" buttons, pioneering digital music licensing; in 2024, his company grossed $2.1 million.

How much money it makes: $2.1M/year
How much did it cost to start: $20
How many people on the team: 2

We Work With Some Of The Most Famous Musicians In The World (And Make $2.1M Per Year)

Anno Domini Nation, the digital music licensing pioneer, skyrocketed from $770k in sales to $2.1 million, achieving a 100%+ year-over-year growth by licensing beats and vocal recordings to both artists and major brands like Coca-Cola and BMW, while leveraging email marketing, innovative product launches, and a subscription service to scale their operations.

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2. Kate Brunotts ($60K/year)

Kate Brunotts, originally from Virginia, moved to NYC right after high school with $10K she saved up as a cashier. Passionate about music, she juggled jobs at a coffee shop and Guitar Center while freelancing as a beatmaker, eventually growing her income to $60K a year by leveraging Upwork and networking with local musicians.

How much money it makes: $60K/year
How much did it cost to start: $500
How many people on the team: 1

How I Make $60K/Year As A Self-Taught Freelance Audio Producer

This case study is about Kate Brunotts, a full-time audio producer who started her own business as a beatmaker and audio engineer, making over 60K through her freelance lifestyle, attracting and retaining clients through referrals and her social media presence, and consistently growing her income and network.

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3. Snake Oil Music News ($1.2K/year)

Jordan Williams, founder of Snake Oil Music News, was inspired to start the business after attending over 170 gigs and 11 festivals in 2019 and sharing his experiences on his personal Facebook page. Encouraged by feedback from friends, he launched Snake Oil Music News in October 2019, quickly gaining hundreds of likes and followers. The page has since expanded to include interviews with bands, music video production, and live events, with a bright future ahead.

How much money it makes: $1.2K/year
How much did it cost to start: $0
How many people on the team: 2

On Starting A Website About Rock Music

Snake Oil Music News is a website that promotes new and emerging indie rock bands and artists, with a focus on reviews and live events, and has expanded to include merchandise sales and video content creation, looking for volunteers to help keep up with demand.

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