Professional musician and educator Demian Arriaga created these 12-15min podcasts with the purpose of Motivating, Inspiring, Challenging, and Empowering young musicians, and people from all walks of life, through opinions, anecdotes and interviews. Some of his credits include: The Jonas Brothers, Richie Kotzen, Gary Cherone, Nick Jonas, Iggy Azalea, Streetlight Manifesto, Yordano, Victoria Justice and Cobra Starship among others. Demian proudly endorses: Zildjian, Vater, Ultimate Ears, Latin Percussion, Remo, Gibraltar, Cympad, Nirvana Handpans, Eucatape and Kala brand U-Basses
On this week's episode I focus on 3 brands that have allowed me to become less intimidated by technology and helped me not only embrace it but more importantly, become empowered by it. Roland, sE Electronics and Focusrite
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I share an anecdote with you that brings me to why I think it's important to ask ourselves questions and not just vocalizing a statement. Let me know what you think!
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I chat about TikTok ant the role I feel it can play in a musician just like myself.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I share some thoughts about this idea that a brand is an absolute must for musicians. I discuss how promoting yourself is not the smartest idea depending on the setting.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I talk about how important it is to respect and properly learn cover songs. Maybe you've heard that "we play how we practice" when it comes to sports, and it sure applies to music, however, today I illustrate it more like this: how you play cover songs is how you play "real" songs.
On this week's rather personal episode, I chat about my experience performing at Lolapalooza festivals in South America and ohh yeah, I chat about how we almost died when lighting hit our plane.
On this week's episode I give you a quick run down as to what 2022 has been for me. I include things such as working with Miley, Coachella with Carly Rae Jepsen and stay tuned til the end for a special announcement!
On this week's very special episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I got to sit down with one of the most intelligent, interesting, eloquent humans I have ever met aka Sarah Kendzior! Sarah is a best selling author and her books "The View From Flyover Country" and "Hiding In Plain Site" are absolutely incredible. You can find these books here:https://www.sarahkendzior.comWe talk about her love for music, her favorite band Guns N' Roses and much more and although we do get a little bit into politics as well you gotta listen til the end when I ask her to pick her 14 favorite songs between Use Your Illusion I & II.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I share with you a conversation/interview I had with one of the best musicians, drummers and educators in the game aka Dave DiCenso. Our long convo touched upon topics such as: Covid, online lessons, the impostor syndrome, his former student Adam Deitch, what its like bouncing from totally different music styles and much more.To learn more about Dave please visit www.davedicenso.com where you can also purchase his incredible books: Universal Rhythms and Rhythm & Drumming Demystified Please share, rate, review and subscribe!
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I chat about how sometimes as both a live or session musician we don't get the most direct and obvious of directions and we end up having to read the mind or pretty much guess, what we are asked to do. I raise a few things to keep in mind as well as share a few tips to actually try and read minds.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I celebrate with you all the 5 year anniversary of this crazy show. I not only give thanks to each and every one of you but I also ask you for some pointers, suggestions and more to make the next 5 years even better.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I chat about the importance of reaching out to our friends, specially during the times we're all going through. One text, one email, one phone call might be precisely what they need.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I quickly chat about what a wonderful platform Twitch has been, why I recommend it to EVERYBODY and what my schedule is looking like these days.
On this week's very drum-centric episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I discuss some of the advantages of getting yourself an Electronic drum set, why I think it might good an option and I also tell you what I did and would recommend most people do.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I tell you about the one thing that has helped me get out of my own headspace and which has allowed me to find empathy and musical inspiration.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I break down what I think are the best choices for someone who wants to get started on percussion. Maybe you've had a interest in this world for a while, or maybe you are faced with the task of recording yourself since the world is an absolute whirlwind at the moment. Whatever the reason, these tips and suggestions might help you choose a few instruments and more importantly, know why you're getting them.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I share with you something that has allowed me to connect deeper, not only with the music I must learn, but also with the artists on a personal level. Listening to what THEY listen to, understand it and respect it.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I chat about something I find very interesting which is when two things that don't seem to be connected are in actuality not only connected but they are the reason the other one exists.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I share with you some of my young, yet incredible experience, as a streamer, specifically on TWITCH. I absolutely love this platform! If you have ever wondered what it's about, how to get started and advantages of adding this to your creative output arsenal, then this is the episode for you!
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I try to bring you something different. One of the things I like to do in order to feel inspired and also take a deep dive into why I love music in the first place, is listening to songs whose sung language I don't understand. There's something captivating about hearing words for the first time, things I don't understand and the stories/themes I try to make up in my mind. Check out 3 recommendations from Cameroon, Costa Rica and The Netherlands.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I chat about how, during these reflective, paused times, we can very well use the time we have in our hands to reinvent ourselves, but... is that something we really want?
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I continue with the online education ecosystem theme and get into Zoom and how to get the best out of it for your lesson at home, not only as a teacher but as a student as well.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I continue the theme of teaching/learning during these times. Today though, I focus more on the WHAT and the WHY more than the HOW.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I chat about teaching music in today's world and I focus on things both students AND teachers might find informative.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I share with you some of the most important posts I have seen on social media to amplify, not my opinion, but what our sisters and brothers are going through and how we can help combat racism.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I bring you the 3rd and last part of the "Areas of Focus" mini series which is focused on productivity. Areas such as work, relaxation and people are covered. Check it out!
On this week's episode I continue my deep dive into productivity and cover 3 more areas of focus. As with the previous episode, these areas aren't in order of importance and as you will see they are all related yet worthy of individual attention.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I dig much deeper into productivity. Last week I mentioned the 9 areas of focus in which I divide my time and aim my productivity towards. This week I break down the first 3 in detail. This is part 1 of 3.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I talk briefly about productivity and I share with you 9 areas to focus on which can help you become more productive and help you start some projects, revisit some and finish others.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I share with you why I think keeping a practice journal is absolutely crucial to making exponential progress and how they will help you become much more organized in your life in general.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I talk a bit about how great it was to be a part of the Jonas Brothers' Concert Documentary... What was your favorite part?!
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I share with you what my experience was like writing, recording and releasing my very first EP. Somehow I forgot to mention its available on all digital platforms and you can find it by searching my name or by the title: When Motives Become Elusive
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I briefly chat about how interesting it has been taking a look back at some old compositions, how much I've cringed and how taking a look back at those songs has helped me in progress forward and trying to become a better writer and arranger.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I share with you a little metronome hack that has allowed me to elevate my practice, to enjoy it more and to demystify aspects of tempo, meter and that has allowed me develop a better internal clock.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I try to make some sort of sense of what we're all going through in these COVID-19 times and I share some thoughts regarding, not what could happen, but some ways of looking at what is happening and how we can adjust and prepare for the future.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I share with you some of the things I have been doing to keep me sane. We don't have to be incredibly active or productive during these crazy times yet I find peace and calm in studying, practicing and writing new music. Check out some details and more!
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I try to do my part during these insane times and I recommend a book, a movie, a Netflix show and a few more things. What do YOU recommend?
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I talk about the fine between flying under the radar and potentially being anonymous. How much attention should we bring to ourselves and our roles? How does our ego come into play? Check all of these things out and more.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I take a slight non musical detour and chat about what its like to get sick on the road, how I have been able to deal with it and how to prevent it, if possible.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I bring you the 4th and last European Tour Recap. I chat about Amsterdam, Paris and a couple of other things as well. Also, this podcast turned 4 YEARS OLD!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I bring you the 3rd recap of this European Leg of the Happiness Begins tour. I cover Koln, Zurich, Milano, Madrid and Barcelona.
On this week's episode I bring you a quick review of the second week of the Happiness Begins Tour's European leg. I chat about our 2nd London show, a bit about Glasgow, getting over a little sickness and more.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I give a quick recap on what the fist week of the Happiness Begins - European leg has been like, including stops in Birmingham, Dublin and London!
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I chat about the Grammys and how that experience, coupled with and more importantly shaped by, the sad news about Kobe Bryant, made it all a surreal experience to say the least.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I chat about some of the things that stood out for me in this year's NAMM.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I chat about how important it is to be socially conscious and more importantly how becoming socially active is what brings about true change.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I go over what I feel are the biggest 5 lessons I've learned this past 10 years.
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I chat about how difficult this holiday season can be for some of us out there. I know we're supposed to feel happy and embrace positive vibes yet for some out there that might not be that easy. I'm here for you and please know you can reach out to me anytime!!!
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentorPodcast I briefly chat about one of things I see the most as an educator, and that is when parents aren't sure about which instruments they should let their kids play or how they expect children to show commitment and discipline when said kids might not even understand what any of that means. What are your thoughts? Do you have any insights into this as a parent? What instruments did you kids start playing and why? Any tips for future parents or current ones? Discuss on the comments bellow!
On this week's episode of #TheMusicMentor podcast I celebrate it's 200th episode. How exactly do I do that? By reviewing why I started this in the first place, things that I aim to accomplish and still try and of course, how you can, kindly, help me make this grow more and more :)
On this week's episode I discuss the topic of longevity. We all know the definition but how does relevance come into play? Hear thought on this and much more.
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