HURRY! LAST CHANCE TO APPLY
Fast-track your artist career growth in 3 months and save yourself years of trial and error.
Get more gigs, sign tracks to labels, expand industry contacts, receive expert guidance and join a supportive global artist community.
THE LvR MENTORING
PROGRAM FOR ARTISTS
STARTING IN OCTOBER 2024
Offers a personalised mentorship, every Tuesday at 7 PM CET Live on Zoom for 3 months and is designed to guide up-and-coming DJs to navigate the electronic music industry successfully.
It’s crafted for:
- ELECTRONIC MUSIC DJs AND PRODUCERS
- BEGINNERS AND ADVANCED
Selection made by application process
Take your artist career to the next level, increasing your chances of making a living from
ELECTRONIC MUSIC
Dive into a personalized mentorship journey with hands-on guidance from expert mentors.
- Dive into a personalized mentorship journey with hands-on guidance from expert mentors.
Access insider knowledge to accelerate your career in the music industry.
- Access insider knowledge to accelerate your career in the music industry.
Gain tailored insights from industry experts, including artists, managers, agents, promoters, label managers, and social media experts.
- Gain tailored insights from industry experts, including artists, managers, agents, promoters, label managers, and social media experts.
Receive feedback on your track and collaborate with fellow artists.
- Receive feedback on your track and collaborate with fellow artists.
Master the art of approaching industry contacts, negotiating fees, and managing your career.
- Master the art of approaching industry contacts, negotiating fees, and managing your career.
Develop your artist branding and simplify social media content creation by crafting an effective strategy that works for you.
- Develop your artist branding and simplify social media content creation by crafting an effective strategy that works for you.
Access impactful opportunities and possibilities for growth.
- Access impactful opportunities and possibilities for growth.
Boost your chances of performing at festivals and releasing music with your dream labels.
- Boost your chances of performing at festivals and releasing music with your dream labels.
Establish a solid, long-term career plan, paving the way for you to earn a living through your music.
- Establish a solid, long-term career plan, paving the way for you to earn a living through your music.
Cultivate the mindset that can be a game-changer in your career and gain the confidence to make the right decisions.
- Cultivate the mindset that can be a game-changer in your career and gain the confidence to make the right decisions.
GREATER VISIBILITY, MORE GIGS, tracks released, BOOSTED CONFIDENCE
AND A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF HOW THE INDUSTRY WORKS
Achieve powerful results just like our previous mentees!
A PROVEN STEP-BY-STEP METHOD THAT WILL BRING RESULTS AND
PROVIDE YOU WITH TOOLS TO BECOME A PROFESSIONAL ARTIST
Discover the LvR Mentoring Program for Artists and access insider knowledge that can’t be found anywhere else in the industry
Session 1:
The Electronic Music Industry
To build a successful and enduring career, you need to establish a solid foundation.
In this class, you will gain comprehensive insights into the workings of the electronic music industry and learn how to navigate it successfully.
You will delve deep into the various business aspects that significantly impact your career growth, equipping you with the necessary tools to make informed decisions and elevate your profile to the next level.
Additionally, you will explore the team dynamics behind a successful artist, learning how to embody the roles of each team member and apply these strategies to your own career.
Session 2:
Q&A
Guidance providing you with a career overview to help you connect dots and move forward.
Session 3:
Social Media & Branding
An artist’s brand is a key factor in standing out from the crowd.
In this class, you’ll learn to perceive yourself as a brand and develop your own unique identity.
Undoubtedly, social media plays a significant role in na artist’s career success. You’ll also gain insights into using it comfortably to increase your visibility, attract more fans, expand your audience reach, and create content with intention.
Session 4:
Q&A
Guidance on all aspects of branding and social media while we review your Instagram profile, sharing insights and ideas for improvement.
Session 5:
The Artist Role
It seems obvious the role of na artist, but do you really know what the industry expect from you and how to look professional in order to get the promoters, fans, agents and managers attention?
Learn all the key steps towards a successful artist career, the dos and don’ts for an artist, how to deal with frustration and rejection, mental health, and some cool insights on music production and creating your musical identity.
Session 6:
Q&A
Guidance on press pack creation and individual press pack reviews.
Session 7:
Agent
Having an agent is the dream of all artists, and we understand why. An agent serves as the salesperson who believes in your work, pushes you forward, and secures as many shows as possible.
However, there are essential actions you need to take before you are ready to have an agent.
In the meantime, you can acquire the knowledge and tools necessary to “wear the agent’s hat”, and secure gigs on your own – it’s possible!
Session 8:
Q&A
Receive guidance on EPK creation.
We will review it, helping you to create an unique and professional EPK that represents you the artist and brings the best results when trying to get shows.
Session 9:
Promoter
Understanding and connecting with promoters is essential for securing gigs.
Gain valuable insights into catching a promoter’s attention and learn what promoters expect from artists when considering them for lineups.
Having this business perspective on promoters, together with your music and artist vision, will lead you in the right direction to have a busy gig calendar.
Session 10:
Q&A
Guidance on the best way to approach promoters according to your needs and artistic background.
Session 11:
Labels & Releases
Defining a good strategy for releasing your music is essential for success in this industry.
Whether you have your own label, release with a label, or self-release, choosing the best destiny for your tracks has a significant impact on the results you achieve with your music.
In this class, we will cover everything you need to know and consider in order to make the right decisions.
Session 12:
Last Q&A
In this final session, you’ll have all the tools, knowledge, and action plan to move forward confidently in your career.
You will share your next steps and receive our final insights to advance your artist journey.
Session 1:
The Electronic Music Industry
To build a successful and enduring career, you need to establish a solid foundation.
In this class, you will gain comprehensive insights into the workings of the electronic music industry and learn how to navigate it successfully.
You will delve deep into the various business aspects that significantly impact your career growth, equipping you with the necessary tools to make informed decisions and elevate your profile to the next level.
Additionally, you will explore the team dynamics behind a successful artist, learning how to embody the roles of each team member and apply these strategies to your own career.
Session 2:
Q&A
Guidance providing you with a career overview to help you connect dots and move forward.
Session 3:
Social Media & Branding
An artist’s brand is a key factor in standing out from the crowd.
In this class, you’ll learn to perceive yourself as a brand and develop your own unique identity.
Undoubtedly, social media plays a significant role in na artist’s career success. You’ll also gain insights into using it comfortably to increase your visibility, attract more fans, expand your audience reach, and create content with intention.
Session 4:
Q&A
Guidance on all aspects of branding and social media while we review your Instagram profile, sharing insights and ideas for improvement.
Session 5:
The Artist Role
It seems obvious the role of na artist, but do you really know what the industry expect from you and how to look professional in order to get the promoters, fans, agents and managers attention?
Learn all the key steps towards a successful artist career, the dos and don’ts for an artist, how to deal with frustration and rejection, mental health, and some cool insights on music production and creating your musical identity.
Session 6:
Q&A
Guidance on press pack creation and individual press pack reviews.
Session 7:
Agent
Having an agent is the dream of all artists, and we understand why. An agent serves as the salesperson who believes in your work, pushes you forward, and secures as many shows as possible.
However, there are essential actions you need to take before you are ready to have an agent.
In the meantime, you can acquire the knowledge and tools necessary to “wear the agent’s hat”, and secure gigs on your own – it’s possible!
Session 8:
Q&A
Receive guidance on EPK creation.
We will review it, helping you to create an unique and professional EPK that represents you the artist and brings the best results when trying to get shows.
Session 9:
Promoter
Understanding and connecting with promoters is essential for securing gigs.
Gain valuable insights into catching a promoter’s attention and learn what promoters expect from artists when considering them for lineups.
Having this business perspective on promoters, together with your music and artist vision, will lead you in the right direction to have a busy gig calendar.
Session 10:
Q&A
Guidance on the best way to approach promoters according to your needs and artistic background.
Session 11:
Labels & Releases
Defining a good strategy for releasing your music is essential for success in this industry.
Whether you have your own label, release with a label, or self-release, choosing the best destiny for your tracks has a significant impact on the results you achieve with your music.
In this class, we will cover everything you need to know and consider in order to make the right decisions.
Session 12:
Last Q&A
In this final session, you’ll have all the tools, knowledge, and action plan to move forward confidently in your career.
You will share your next steps and receive our final insights to advance your artist journey.
Accelerator Tasks
All sessions include intentionally crafted activities designed by us to accelerate your artist career
EXPAND YOUR NETWORKING RECEIVE GUIDANCE AND FEEDBACK FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS
Check out the special guests featured in the LvR Mentoring Program for Artists
* Guests are confirmed based on their availability *
ANNA:
DJ & Producer
Brendan Long:
Agent @ WME | Roster: Richie Hawtin, Eric Prydz, Adam Beyer, ANNA, Kolsch, Michael Bibi, Maya Jane Coles, Ida Engberg, Sama’ Abdulhadi and more.
Charlotte Spillerova:
Label Manager @ Drumcode
Diogo O’Band:
Founder of NOMMAD Media.
Specialist in marketing and paid ads for Electronic Music DJs
Dylan First:
Agent at WME
Roster: ANNA, Anyma, Claptone, Mall Grab, Partiboi69, Maceo Plex, HoneyLuv, Neil Frances, Gryffin, Jehnny Beth.
Emma Hoser:
Agent @ Liaison | Roster: Adam Beyer, Nicole Moudaber, Patrick Topping, Avision, Cirez D and more.
Jon Sax:
Agent @ Liaison. Roster: ANNA, Victor Ruiz, Ardalan, Booka Shade, Coyu, Guy J, PAN-POT, Rodriguez Jr. and more.
Jade Matthew:
Therapist, Hypnotherapist, and Personal Development & Behaviour Change Coach specializing in Creatives.
Loïc Le Joliff:
Promoter at Brunch Electronik, OFFSónar and Hivernacle
Maarten van Beusekom:
Talent Buyer/Promoter @ Insomniac Events
Mark Lawrence:
Publisher @ Sentric
Nick Garcia:
Label Manager, A&R @ Factory 93 Records
Tom Leek:
Marketing Director @ NYX Agency
Victor de la Serna:
Music Director @ Elrow and Monegros
Victor Ruiz:
DJ & Producer
Artist Manager, Digital Strategist, and Previous Successful Artist
SPECIAL BONUSES
to boost your results
Bonus group session exclusively
available to those who secure their spot by March 5th
In this bonus meeting, with limited spots available and fewer participants, we’ll provide an overview of your performance during the program and offer insights on the next steps to take.
In this extra session, we’ll focus on:
- Individually evaluating your progress during the Mentoring Program.
- Highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.
- Suggesting specific actions to boost your success as an artist.
- Refining your action plan so that you can act with more confidence and determination.
Feedback on Track with Victor Ruiz
Achieving a distinctive sound signature is crucial.
Victor Ruiz knows how to do it and will provide honest feedback on your track individually, offering valuable insights for improvement at all levels.
- Available to all mentees
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BONUS 2:
1 free release campaign with ECHO Agency
The mentee with the best feedback from Victor Ruiz wins a release campaign with Echo Agency, a renowned marketing agency specializing in representing artists, record labels, and events. This opportunity can amplify your presence in electronic music and impact the market.
- One mentee will be selected by Victor Ruiz
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BONUS 3:
Possibility to release on Volta Records
You will have direct access to Victor Ruiz’s email to submit tracks to his record label VOLTA, which is currently ranked in the Top 3 in Beatport sales.
- Available to all mentees
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BONUS 4:
Professional logo + EPK
Having professional content can make all the difference in the results you achieve. Get a free logo and EPK (Electronic Press Kit) designed by Pedro from Talaguim. Talaguim is a company specializing in branding design and digital experiences.
They have collaborated with renowned artists such as ANNA, Victor Ruiz, Sama’ Abdulhabi, Wehbba, and Alex Stein, as well as labels like Hotsage Records and Transensations Records.
- Draw between the most engaged mentees of the program
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BONUS 5:
1 free post + lower rate deal with Jukebox PR x Tribes:
The mentee who shows the most improvement on social media will receive a free post with Tribes, a company that manages Influencer Instagram pages such as Techno & Chill, Techno Blazer, Techno Hub, and Sound of Techno. Additionally, all mentees will have access to a discounted rate on these pages.
- The mentee who shows the most improvement on social media throughout the program will be chosen
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BONUS 6:
Becoming an Ads Expert with Diogo O'Band
Gain access to an extra live class where you will learn how to create outstanding performance ads to increase your reach, grow your audience, gain lots of stream plays, and promote your release properly.
You will also receive a recorded guide on how to set up your Facebook Business Manager to create ads from scratch.
As a specialist in marketing for Electronic Music DJs, Diogo has helped clients perform at the world’s largest music festivals such as Rock In Rio and Tomorrowland Brasil, and achieve over 60 million plays in total.
- Available to all mentees
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BONUS 7:
Publishing Session
A session is dedicated to showing you how to generate revenue from your tracks and gain more control over your career.
- Available to all mentees
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BONUS 8:
Mental Health Session
In this engaging session, you’ll discover strategies for effectively managing stress and coping with the pressures of the industry. By doing so, you’ll prevent mental burnout and stay resilient, ensuring you don’t give up on your dreams.
- Available to all mentees
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BONUS 9:
1-hour one-on-one session with Leticia
Through a draw, one mentee will be the winner to receive personalized career guidance from Leticia. This session will provide an in-depth discussion of your goals, challenges, and future achievements, tailored specifically to your needs.
- Selection by draw
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BONUS 10:
20 Days content calendar ideas
Get inspiration with creative content ideas for your social media posts, making posting effortless even when you have no gigs or are unsure what to share.
- Available to all mentees
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BONUS 11:
21 Days release plan
Access a step-by-step professional release plan to ensure a successful promo campaign for your track, enhancing your visibility and reach.
- Available to all mentees
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BONUS 12:
Email templates promoters, agents and labels
Gain professional templates designed to optimize your communication strategies, ensuring the right approach and increasing the likelihood of receiving responses and achieving results.
- Available to all mentees
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BONUS 13:
Exclusive Telegram Group with direct access to mentors
You will have quick access to both mentors and can receive feedback from them and other participants throughout the mentoring period. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to seize opportunities and network in a highly interactive way with fellow mentees.
- Available to all mentees
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BONUS 14:
Facebook Community
An environment where you’ll connect with all the previous mentees – talented artists from all over the world – to deepen your knowledge, exchange feedback, and foster collaborations.
- Available to all mentees
IMPORTANT NOTE:
MORE GIFTS ON THE WAY!
Stay tuned for additional bonuses to be announced closer to the first session. Exciting updates are in store for our upcoming mentees!
BECOME A SUCCESSFUL ARTIST WITH THE MOST COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE FOR A SELECTED GROUP OF TALENTED ARTISTS
The most complete and exclusive experience for a selected group of artists
- Behind-the-scenes access
- Over 18 years of experience to guide you
- Gain access to exclusive industry insiders
- Engage in 12 live sessions
- Enjoy 3 months of continued support
- Participate in bi-weekly group sessions
- Join a bi-weekly Q&A group with individual guidance
- Receive acceleretor tasks
- Unlock exclusive bonuses (with more surprises to come)
- Enjoy an additional 3 months of access to recorded sessions (after the program ends)
- Selection made by application process: We select the artists who we think are in the best position to make the most out of this opportunity
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR A LIMITED TIME!
Take your career to next level
Your investment to be part of the selected group,
to be guided by expert managers and industry insiders
€1.889
or 4 instalments of €472,25
+ VAT if applicable
- Mentoring starts in early October. Pay in installments until then!
- Limited Availability: this program is exclusive, only 24 spots available.
- Some spots have already been taken, and the remaining ones can be filled at any moment.
- The sooner you act, the greater your chances of participating in the Mentoring Program.
Questions about the Mentoring program?
Talk to our support team before all the spots are filled.
DISCOVER HOW TO NAVIGATE THROUGH THE ELECTRONIC MUSIC INDUSTRY AND SUCCEED IN YOUR ARTIST CAREER
Record labels I work with:
Universal Music
Drumcode
Terminal M
Suara Music
Afterlife
Kompakt
Armada
Volta
Factory 93
Exhale
Noir
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Meet the manager of successful artists!
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Leticia van Riel
Your mentor and host
Leticia van Riel is the owner of LvR Management, where she currently manages the careers of the artists Sama’ Abdulhadi, Victor Ruiz and VE/RA. With almost 20 years of experience in the industry, she has also worked with ANNA, Nur Jaber, Richie Hawtin, Mark Knight, Bart Skills, UMEK, Wehbba, Snap, Rebekah Brown to name a few.
Leticia has created the LvR Mentoring Program for Artists where she applies her extensive industry knowledge and expertise. She mentors and guides upcoming DJs on how to get their music signed to labels, increase their visibility, reach out to promoters, get gigs, network and everything an artist needs to know to go from bedroom DJ to main stage headliner.
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