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Hi–I’m Neil Mason. 

 

I help artists and music industry professionals build their ideal careers and life.

 

Being an artist or music professional isn’t just about following trends — it’s about designing a life that’s truly your own.

Here, we focus on autonomy, creativity, and meaning over chasing traditional success markers.

The question isn’t, “How can I climb higher?” Instead, it’s:

“What kind of life feels authentic to me?”

From there, we shape careers and projects that align with your vision.

This isn’t always about accumulating more or striving endlessly; it’s about discovering what feels right.

We believe in staying adaptable, intentional, and focused — streamlining your efforts to amplify your artistry.

Sometimes, this means running a solo operation, and other times, it means building a supportive team of like-minded collaborators.

At the core of everything we do is a shared purpose:

To create a life where you can pursue the work you’re passionate about…and leave the rest behind.

If you’re ready to craft a career that reflects your values, inspires your creativity, and gives you the flexibility to live on your terms, you’re in the right place.

Welcome to ArtistDevelopment.net — where your music, story, and freedom come first.

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Here, we will deep dive into 3-5 topics of your choosing in a one-on-one session. 

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Concert Revenue Deep Dive

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HOW TO SCHEDULE A MONTH OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN AN HOUR

 

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LYRIC COPY

 

Lyric Copy is a 10-day writing challenge. 

In this course, you'll receive 1 song lyric every day for 10 days.

You'll learn the rhymes, tricks, and writing devices from legendary lyrics from the lyricists who wrote them. 

You'll spend 20 to 30 minutes each day writing the lyrics by hand.

At the end of the course, you'll know what makes a lyric memorable and how to improve your songwriting.

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