Industry Workshop: Teaming Up with Business Titans, Featuring Nick Long (Involvement with MGK, King Princess)
In an exciting turn of events, renowned music producer and songwriter Nick Long is set to grace the stage at the upcoming PBLA Industry Talks session on June 9th. Known for his collaborations with prominent artists in the alternative and pop genres, Long's work has made a significant impact in the music industry.
Long, who has worked extensively with Machine Gun Kelly (MGK), is credited as a producer on MGK's upcoming seventh studio album, *Lost Americana* (2025). This highly-anticipated album is a follow-up to MGK's 2022 album *Mainstream Sellout*. Long also co-produced the lead single "Cliché" from *Lost Americana*, a track that marks a stylistic shift towards pop, drawing comparisons to early 2000s pop punk, and reminiscent of Blink-182.
Long's contributions don't stop there. He has also collaborated with King Princess on 10 songs, co-produced "Electric Love" by BØRNS, and co-wrote "1950" by King Princess. His work on Machine Gun Kelly's Billboard #1 album Tickets to My Downfall saw him responsible for 13 songs.
The PBLA Industry Talks series, hosted by Marko DeSantis, a key music business instructor and former lead guitarist for the rock band Sugarcult, promises to be an enlightening event. During the session, Long will share insights on becoming a successful writer and producer, discuss what sparks his inspiration, how he pushes through creative blocks, and the essential elements of a chart-topping hit. He will also answer questions about how to collaborate with high-profile artists.
Registration with PBLA not only grants access to this exclusive Industry Talks session but also provides a plethora of free resources. These include access to exclusive music-making tools and tutorials, a DJ/Producer Certificate, Mixing & Mastering Award, Music Production & Composition Award, and more. Additionally, registration grants access to free sounds, plugins, online course samples, and more.
For those interested in delving deeper into the world of music production and DJing, PBLA offers various courses. The newest addition to their offerings is the Music Production & Sound Design Diploma program.
For additional information or to book your spot for the Industry Talks session, contact an Admissions Advisor or call 323 282 7660 (USA) or 44 20 7729 4884 (internationally). Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's brightest minds!
And for a limited time, students can get 25% off any of PBLA's LA courses by booking before May 31st using the code: LA25.
Nick Long, during his session at the PBLA Industry Talks, will discuss various aspects of education-and-self-development related to his career as a successful music producer and songwriter, such as his creative process, overcoming creative blocks, and collaborating with high-profile artists. Furthermore, attendees can enjoy his musical contributions, including his work on Machine Gun Kelly's album "Lost Americana," which infuses pop and early 2000s pop punk genres, as well as his collaboration with King Princess on several tracks.
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