Everyone and their Grandma can play an instrument… But very few musicians are successful. Not just with money and fame… But more importantly, having a style to their art that stands out. It’s every musician's dream… To have something that nobody else has. To create something that’s unique to them. In a world full of noise and copy cats, it’s getting harder to do something that’s never been done before… But there are a handful of musicians out there taking their own path... instead of following the crowd. That’s why this podcast was created... Because being an artist that is out there everyday… Mastering their craft and following their dreams… And living a life of happiness, freedom and fulfilment… Is a lifestyle very few have mastered. But what’s different about these musicians than anyone else? ‘ How do they think? What do they do that no one else does? What’s their story and how did they get to where they are today? You’ll find all the juicy details on the musical masterminds of Austin Texas here on this podcast. We talk about… How these artists mastered their instrument and developed their own style. How these artists think and approach life as a whole. How you can do the same so you can inspire your own unique path as an artist. It’s all happening right here on The Stand Out Artist Podcast… Stay tuned and stand out!
Fernando Flores is an amazing percussionist of the band @cazayoux_music a psychedelic beat music group in Austin Texas. I had the pleasure of seeing him play in two different groups the other weekend and had a blast. On this episode we covered: Why I started the podcast and how it's a win-win for everyone involved. How making music compares to cooking. How the Beatles were influenced by latin music Fernando's Latin percussion influences. How to make music by following your heart. Valuable lessons you can learn from bad bands. And so much mooooore.
Mike Davila is an Incredible session drummer in Austin Texas who's won international competitions, play's with more people he can count with both hands and has a very interesting perspective on how he progresses as a player. On this episode we covered: -The one philosophy Mike adopted to grow to a professional level in just a couple of years. -How Mike won an international drumming competition at the age of 19. -How Mike uses running to become a better drummer and human being. -Why it's important to have other things going on outside of music. -Why Mike only practices 5 minutes a day even at the professional level he's at. -You don't have to follow the norm in the music industry. Here's how Mike plays mainly early shows, with musicians he loves, playing mostly original music. AND SO MUCH MOARRRR.
@dwatz323 is an Austin Based session drummer that has made an outstanding career as a touring, studio, and show musician. He has shared the stage with many great artists, such as The Supremes, The Temptations, Kool and the Gang, Mario, Kirk Franklin, The Dazz Band, Fred Hammond, Rodger Creager, and many more. Daniel is also a co-founder of the “Playing-jazz-wrong-open jam” @Photofunktion which you should FO SHO check out. On this show we talked about: -Is going to school for music really worth it? -The 5 “W's” that make up a professional musician. -The #1 most important thing to remember when pursuing a music career to avoid burnout. -What practice IS, and what it IS NOT. -Is a social media following worth pursuing if the goal is to get bigger, better gigs? And so much MOAAAAR
Just recently recorded the longest podcast yet with @KingKharry! And hot damn was it an awesome talk. Kharry Alexander is a multi-instrumentalist, electronic music producer and simply a top class individual with many fascinating stories that make up his art. On this episode we talked about: -Marketing lessons learned on the road with touring bands. -The difference between marketing and art and how they work together -How to turn images and emotions in to music. -Tracing back the steps of iconic beats and rythms -Taking elements of music from different cultures to create unique music And so much MOARR.
Can musicians make $5-10k a month remotely while simultaneously growing their fan base? This was a hot discussion on the latest episode with @Williambradford (Billy King) from @billykingandthebadbadbad. After having Billy on it's obvious why he's been able to make his band so successful… The dude is a damn hustler and after seeing him play, I can also say he puts on a SLAPPER of a show. On this episode we covered: -Never give up! It took him almost 3 years after starting his band to find the dream combination. Here's what he did to make it happen. -Tired of flaky musicians? After hearing this you'll find it much more motivating. -How the band got support from record labels and non-profit organizations to blow up their success. -The bands #1 factor that brought them success (Careful, this could piss off some people) -The crazy and amazing approach Billy took to build his music network -How Billy balances the musician/work life balance. -How musicians can create a massive competitive advantage with their income and freedom. And so much MOOOAAAARRR. Search “The Stand Out Artist Podcast' On Spotify, YouTube or Apple Podcasts…or just click the link in my bio for the full episode ya lazy chickens!
Jon-Mark has one of the meanest country/blues/rock sounds in Austin. So much heart and soul to the lads playing. If you're wanting to know what it's like to go from idea to action with your music passions, Jon-Mark has an awesome story of how his journey has been so far. On the show we covered: -The moment of going all in on music. -When he realized it's totally possible to make a living from music. -Tips for overcoming the challenges of finding the right bandmates -What self doubt really means as a creative (It's not what you think) -And so much MOAR.
First time I saw Nick play, the whole room was on fire! His band knows how to bring the good feels while demonstrating musical excellence. Nick has made some huge strides in his music career in a very short amount of time, so there's much to learn from him. In this episode we covered: -Transitioning from Athlete to musician at 20 years old. -The moment when singing and playing guitar at the same time clicked. -Going into the darkness to find creative inspiration. -Why getting fired from his day job was a huge blessing. -Competing on the scarce resource of your audience's attention. -What he's learned about the beast of social media. -Writing music that speaks to the core emotions of your audience. -How musicians can get health care benefits with local nonprofits.
This ones a special one for me. I met @zamorgasbord when I first moved to Austin 2 years ago. I was invited to jam at his spot through a mutual friend, and ever since then he's been the reason I have the pleasure of practicing drums everyday. Thanks for letting me whale away on your drums everyday brotha! Steve is a savvy drummer in bands like @diemart.theband, @burritoseagull and @futonblonde. On this episode we covered: The adventure mindset of consistently growing as a musician. Punk, Psychedelic, Jazz, country, he does it all. Learn about his projects here. Building and managing music relationships for long term project success. Energy transmutation between band and audience. The importance of Finding time to Practice solo outside group projects. And so much MOARRRR.
Gus Baldwin is a kickass multi-instrumentalist that backs bands like Christian Bland and the revelators, as well as fronts his own Band, Gus Baldwin and the sketch. You can also catch him spinning the decks here and there in some of the clubs of Austin. On this episode we covered: How Gus started gigging and playing in bars at the age of 12 . How he manages playing multiple instruments in different bands. How to handle a band full of strong characters. How to deal with a busy musician schedule. Smart hacks for creativity and flow when writing. Advice for long term growth as a musician. Enjoy!
I met @Christianbland at his show with the Revelators a few weeks back and thought they sounded dope af. Little did I know he was also a founding member of one of the most successful rock bands in Austin Texas. On this episode we covered: Christian's influences with Psychedelic rock. How Christian transitioned from athlete to musician after a tragic injury. The “old school” method The Black Angels Used to form the band. It's never too late to start! Christian started at 20 years old! Here's what he did to get good quick. Thoughts on the Austin Rock scene. How The Black Angels ended up opening for Black rebel motorcycle club. And so much MOAARRR! Link in bio for full episode Get em!
John Rosales is the Lead Guitarist and singer of the Austin Based Rock n roll band Holy Death Trio.
Bercy is everyone's favorite, cheery bassist in ATX. He's a founding member of the Rock n roll trio Nether Hour. In this episode we talk about the bands quick rise to success, how they approach writing and shows in a unique way, and what's coming up for them in the near future. Show notes: Story of nether hour - 0:00 -The rap roots of Nether hour - 5:00 -The birth of the Nether Hour house and their secret lockdown shows - 7:00 -How Nether Hour got discovered by the Austin Comic Tony Hinchcliffe of Kill Tony - 8:00 -How did Kill Tony changed Nether Hours' career? 11:00 -When Joe Rogan blew up a show on a quiet Tuesday. 14:00 -The unique aspect of a Nether Hour show that very few acts have cracked - 17:00 -Nether hours weird method for writing songs - 26:00 -Bercy's metal phase before Nether Hour - 31:00 -Bercy's advice on finding a great band - 41:00 -Transition in to songwriting - 44:00 -Will Nether hour be taking on a permanent drummer? - 50:00 -What to look forward to with Nether Hour in the coming weeks - 54:00
Trevor O'Connor Is a local Austin singer and guitarist of the bands @bagladymusic and @drscientistlives. He started one of the best open jams at WTF every Tuesday at 7:30 in the middle of a worldwide pandemic. Trevor is an absolute badass and is a key part of the music community in Austin Texas. In this episode we covered: How he started one of the best open jams in Austin in the middle of a worldwide pandemic: 1:00-3:00 How he raises he encourages up and coming artists to elevate their skills and musicianship: 3:00- 6:00 How he prevents the jam from getting overly “clicky”: 6:00 - 10:00 How he gives and receives feedback: 10:00 - 15:00 How bands form open jams: 15:00 - 16:00 Trevors current music projects: 21:00 - 32:00 How Trevor progresses as a musician and what he does differently: 32:00 - 35:00 Advice on how to find your dream band: 35:00 - 43:00 Catch it now on Spotify, Youtube and Apple Music.
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