Podcasts about john lennon songwriting contest

Send us a textTo sign up for the November 16th virtual LYRIC WRITING WORKSHOP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1070697919299?aff=oddtdtcreatorMy guest today is New England based singer/songwriter Jesse Terry.Before I introduce him I wanted to let you know that on Saturday Nov. 16th I am offering a virtual 3 hour songwriting workshop.  There are a few spaces left and you can sign up through the show notes or on my website at scarletvkeys.comThis workshop will be very process oriented focused on lyric writing.You will be doing a lot of small writing exercises to sharpen your lyric writing skills.  We will work on metaphor, avoiding cliche's and literary devices used by some of the best writers.Today we will talk about his writing process, crowd funding an album with your super fans and some of the reasons he writes such beautiful melodies.  He's going to play a few song off of his new record Arcadia, released Oct. 4. And this might just be his best record yet.It's rooted in rhythmic rock & roll and sharp songwriting, Arcadia marks a turning point in Jesse Terry's career. It's the seventh original album from an award-winning musician who's spent much of the past decade on the move, playing 150 shows annually, bouncing between solo performances and full-band gigs. Arcadia captures both sides of that musical personality, finding room for amplified anthems one moment and intimate moments the next, showcasing just how wide Terry's reach can be.  Arcadia is layered with dueling electric guitars, stacked vocal harmonies, and heartland hooks, all supplied by instrumentalists like Ethan Ballinger (Miranda Lambert, Lee Ann Womack), Ross McReynolds (Katie Pruitt, Becca Mancari), Sam Howard (Molly Tuttle, Joy Williams), Juan Solorzano (Ruston Kelly, Parker Millsap), and Danny Mitchell (Rodney Crowell, Anderson East). It's a big, bold sound — the sort of record that begs to be played in the car, windows rolled down, driving down the fast lane toward some new horizon. At the center of that sound is the craft Terry has been sharpening since his years in Nashville, back when he composed songs for others as a staff writer on Music Row. A grand-prize winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, Terry established himself as a top-shelf.Jesse's new record: https://open.spotify.com/album/5lpXAMZDC4hqAU0t2AV29Z?si=SpFXPTHsSL-BidKeOtVbgghttps://www.jesseterrymusic.com/Become a podcast member:Join the "What's in a Song" membership community:https://buymeacoffee.com/scarlet.keysMixed by Peter Sykes: https://www.petersykesmusic.com/Otto Gross: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMnxx19QD-vxD4wnYGTn3JwScarlet's website:https://www.scarletkeys.comScarlet's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarletkeysofficial/To purchase Scarlet Keys' book "The Craft of Songwriting:https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Songwriting-Music-Meaning-Emotion/dp/0876391927/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PPScarlet's website: https://www.scarletkeys.comScarlet's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarletkeysofficial/To purchase Scarlet Keys' book "The Craft of Songwriting:https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Songwriting-Music-Meaning-Emotion/dp/0876391927/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PP55NU6E9ST6&keywords=the+craft+of+songwriting&qid=1659573139&sprefix=the+craft+of+songwritin%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-1

Grammy-winning Southern roots rock duo Larkin Poe (sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell) join us to chat about their creative process and their exciting forthcoming album, Bloom. PART ONE:'Tis the season! Scott and Paul chat about the classic Halloween songs. Is it time for a modern day resurgence of spooky music?PART TWO:Our in-depth conversation with sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell, known to the world as duo Larkin PoeABOUT LARKIN POE:Blues-based rock duo Larkin Poe is comprised of multi-instrumentalist sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell. The Georgia natives began their career as an acoustic trio with their sister Jessica in 2004. That year they appeared on A Prairie Home Companion and won the Prairie Home National Teen Talent Competition. In 2008, the Lovell Sisters' song “Distance” won the John Lennon Songwriting Contest grand prize in the country genre. That same year, their song “Time to Grow” received honorable mention in the International Songwriting Competition. After an impressive indie career that included two albums, as well as appearances at Bonaroo and the Grand Ole Opry, the Lovell Sisters disbanded. Rebecca and Megan reemerged as a duo pursuing a new sound that was steeped in the electric blues rather than acoustic and bluegrass music. Between 2010 and 2013 they released five indie EPs, two collaborative albums, and a live DVD. They released their debut album as a duo in 2014 and gained attention with the standout track “Don't.” In 2016 they reissued their debut studio album under the title Reskinned, which included new tracks such as “Trouble in Mind.” With the 2017 album Peach, Megan and Rebecca took the production reigns and continued to build a following. The next year's Venom & Faith reached #1 on Billboard's Blues Album chart and earned the sisters their first Grammy nomination. Their sixth studio album, Blood Harmony, garnered another Grammy nomination, which resulted in their first Grammy win in 2024. Larkin Poe's latest album is called Bloom and is set for release in January of 2025.

New York City-based singer, songwriter, guitar player who released a new album last month. Over the past 15 years he has created an extensive body of work totaling eight full-length albums and eight EPs in his solo catalog alone. His music has been featured on SiriusXM and last year two of his songs were featured in the movie “Sid is Dead.” Along the way he has also not only been reviewed by Huff Post, but, his on-stage journey includes performances in England, Denmark, across the U.S., and, sharing a bill with acts ranging from Wang Chung to Nelly to Beatles offspring James McCartney, and more. He is also a two-time finalist in the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Send your questions or comments about this episode via https://featuredup.com/nhte

Jared Rabin's songwriting talent scored him the Grand Prize at the 2023 John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Beyond that, you've likely seen or heard him mentioned by American Songwriter, Bluegrass Today, NPR and more.  As he gets ready to play Madame Zuzu's Acoustic Brunch on April 7 and SPACE (opening for John Hiatt) on May 6, we met outside Zuzu's to talk about his songwriting and career. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ****** I'm teaming up with the American Lung Association to help them save lives!  I've committed to climbing the steps at Soldier Field for the Fight For Air climb. And you can be part of my team. I'm raising funds for the cause… so please help!  People of all ages and fitness levels climb the stairs to raise awareness and money to end lung disease. I hope you'll join me and help, because… when you can't breathe, nothing else matters.  Sign up for my team! Donate to the American Lung Association! Join me for the Chicago Fight for Air Climb Sunday, May 19, at Soldier Field! Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicagoland, and mention Car Con Carne! **** A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home.  With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are joined by the ever-clever, award-winning, queer Americana artist from Philadelphia - Brittany Ann Tranbaugh.  We have so much fun in this convo diving back to the early years and talking through all of the ups and downs that have lead her to the full-time musician life she is currently leading.Songwriting and performing has always come easy, but this super-talented musician who was hailed as being "the future of folk music" did go through a time that she needed to focus on her mental health.  Something that should be applauded and we can all benefit from hearing about.Back at it and better than ever since 2021, Brittany is on a roll that includes a John Lennon Songwriting Contest win for "Kiss You" and an album produced by Tyler Chester.  Can't wait to see where things continue to progress for Brittany Ann.Please enjoy our interview with her, including the sharing of recordings of "Kiss You", "The Good In That", and "Can't Wait, No Rush", and she also will perform music live that is both recently released, and no yet released (at the time of this recording).Brittany Ann Tranbaugh LinksWebsiteInstagramYoutubeFacebookBrittany Ann Tranbaugh MusicBandcamp (Music and Merch direct from the artist!)SpotifyApple MusicAs always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let's catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

How does competition fit into the creative process? We're joined by Abby Posner, Rachel Garcia, and Thu Tran for a candid roundtable discussion all about songwriting competitions. Explore the highs and lows of participating in these events, how to pick which song to enter, and the impact contests can have on a guitarist's career. Additional resources:Listen to Part 2 on Patreon.Visit Abby Posner's website and watch the video for "Get Loud" - her 2023 USA Songwriting Competition grand prize winning song. Her latest album is Second Chances.Visit the Singer and the Songwriter's website and listen to "The Art of Missing You" - their West Coast Songwriters International Song Contest winner. Their latest album is In the Bleak Midwinter.Visit Jeffrey Pepper Rodger's website for an inside look at his song "Fly" - a grand prize winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest.Learn more about the contests mentioned in this episode: John Lennon Songwriting Competition, Kerrville's Grassy Hill New Folk Competition, NewSong Music Performance & Songwriting Competition, USA Songwriting Competition, West Coast Songwriters International Song Contest.The Acoustic Guitar Podcast theme music is composed by Adam Perlmutter and performed for this episode by Thu Tran.This episode is hosted by Nick Grizzle and Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers, produced by Tanya Gonzalez, and directed and edited by Joey Lusterman. Executive producers are Lyzy Lusterman and Stephanie Campos Dal Broi.The Acoustic Guitar Podcast is produced by the team at Acoustic Guitar magazine, including:Publisher: Lyzy LustermanEditorial Director: Adam PerlmutterManaging Editor: Kevin OwensCreative Director: Joey LustermanDigital Content Director: Stephanie Campos Dal BroiDigital Content Manager: Nick GrizzleMarketing Services Manager: Tanya GonzalezSpecial thanks to our listeners who support the show on Patreon.Support the show

In this New Music Friday Episode, we speak with Chicago-based singer/songwriter Jared Rabin about him winning the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, his album, Tunnel's End and his we preimier his latest single "Remind Myself To Breathe".

Check out this exclusive interview with our host Dean Wilson and established singer songwriter Nitanee Paris! Nitanee Paris hails from Pennsylvania, where she was influenced by the rich musical tapestry of her urban neighborhood, including the songs of a historic African American church next door and a Puerto Rican church across the street. These early experiences fueled her passion for diversity and tolerance, which she later expressed through songwriting. Her musical journey was shaped by punk, political messages, Woody Guthrie, Rage Against the Machine, and her father's love for classic country music. Moving to Los Angeles, she pursued songwriting after earning a degree in socio-cultural Anthropology with honors. She also studied songwriting at UCLA Extension under Marty Panzer. Nitanee's music has been licensed for various TV networks and platforms, including VIACOM, PARAMOUNT, CBS Sports, NETFLIX, MTV, VH1, BRAVO, HULU, and more. Her work has appeared in feature films, commercials, and corporate campaigns. As a collaborator, she's worked with renowned songwriters and artists like Steve Dorff, Gary Nicholson, Macy Gray, and many others. She's received several awards and nominations, including the 2021 Grand Prize in the Electronic Category of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Nitanee actively contributes to the music community by hosting workshops, charity events, and showcases, including "Nitanee's Nashville Nights" and the ArtistMax showcase. She's also involved in various music organizations and serves on boards and committees. Tune in as she speaks on her discovery of inner creativity and how that resulted in a fruitful vision to uplift the next generation of artists and marginalized communities as well as how she actively advocates for young artists who lacked support, seeking to establish a feeling of comradery and inspiring a spirit of kindness. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodlifeconversations/support

Welcome to Eggs! The Podcast, featuring the best and brightest minds in business leadership, entrepreneurship, and technology. Today, we have a special guest named Cliff Beach. Cliff is a musician, author, and entrepreneur who has been performing live for over 20 years. He has recently released his book, Side Hustle & Flow, which chronicles his musical journey while balancing a day job.Cliff is passionate about helping people achieve their goals and maintain diversified income streams. On today's episode, Cliff will be sharing his insights on side hustling and why it's the perfect time to become an entrepreneur outside of work, the myth of motivation and how having grit and a compelling why can help you pursue your dreams, the the benefits of time management and having an action plan with measurable goals, and so much more.Cliff is a winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest and has been nominated for several LA Music Awards and we're excited to have him on the show. Please join us in welcoming Cliff Beach.----Our Guest:Cliff BeachMusician, author, and entrepreneurhttps://californiasoulmusic.com/https://www.instagram.com/cliffbeachmusic/ ----Credits:Hosted by Ryan Roghaar and Michael SmithTheme music: "Perfect Day" by OPMThe Carton:https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggsThe Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist:bit.ly/eggstunesThe Plugs:The Showeggscast.com@eggshow on twitter and instagramOn iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcherAlso available on Google Play Music!Mike "DJ Ontic" shows and infodjontic.com@djontic on twitterRyan Roghaarhttp://rogha.ar

WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST AMPLFYING WISCONSIN MUSIC EPISODE 114 Bryant Switzky WMP Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WI_Music_Podcast   Bryant Switzky, a true maestro in his own right, and a Verona, Wis. native who has recently found his way back to the Madison area after two decades spent in the Twin Cities and Washington, D.C. After this long journey, Switzky rediscovered his passion for writing and performing music. His latest release, "On the Edge of Something" (February 17, 2023), marks his triumphant return with a 14-track collection of soulful, acoustic-driven songs. These melodies delve into life, love, parenthood, and loss, with his clever lyrics, soaring melodies, and passionate vocals resonating with fans of Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and the Lumineers. Switzky is a regular performer in the Madison area music scene. Switzky's musical journey began in his childhood, releasing his debut solo album at the age of 18 in 1997. From touring as a guitarist in a Latin band to collaborating on an EP with the group in 1999, he released his second album of original music in 2001 before embarking on his journey to the Twin Cities. Following several years of pursuing a career as a singer-songwriter, he transitioned into a nine-to-five writing job. This journey led him through roles as a newspaper reporter and a federal government analyst. In 2018, he reignited his songwriting spark, finding that a decade of writing professionally had honed his skills significantly. His musical prowess has not gone unnoticed, as his songs have received over a dozen accolades from prestigious contests such as the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, the Great American Song Contest, and the Mid-Atlantic Song Contest. "On the Edge of Something" and its tracks have also earned him four finalist spots in the Madison Area Music Awards for 2023. So, as we dive into the captivating world of Bryant Switzky, remember that your involvement in this journey amplifies the musical magic of Wisconsin. Join us on this melodic voyage, and together, let's celebrate the diverse talent flourishing in our beloved state!

(Who the Funk is) Cliff Beach - musician, podcaster and master of the Side Hustle Stranger Connections. Cliff Beach finished High School at age 16. He is a master of time management and motivation. He is also the king of the side hustle, explaining the benefits of fulfillment outside of the regular career. He joins us today to share: Side hustleFlowSmart GoalsPassionPurposeTime Management Cliff has been nominated for three LA Music Awards, Record of the Year, and a Hollywood Music in Media Award. His group has been a house band on the Discovery Channel. He's been featured in a live review in Music Connection Magazine and performed at TEDx Napa Valley. He also won a John Lennon Songwriting Contest, two world songwriting awards, four global music awards, a CA music video/film award, and was nominated for several LA music awards. Connect with Cliff Beach on Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

In this episode of Side Hustle City, hosts Adam Koehler and Kyle Stevie sit down with multi-talented musician, author, and podcast host, Cliff Beach. Cliff, who has balanced a thriving music career with a day job for over two decades, joins us to share his journey and insights from his newly released book, 'Side Hustle & Flow.'Cliff will unpack the essence of side hustling, elucidating why there's no better time to diversify your income streams and find fulfillment outside of your main job. He'll debunk the myth of motivation, emphasizing the importance of grit and a compelling 'why' over waiting for inspiration to strike.In a world that's always on the go, effective time management is key. Cliff will share actionable tips on setting measurable goals, eliminating distractions, and holding oneself accountable.Having a hit single "Confident" featured on Spotify's All Funked Up and Funk Drive playlists with over 875K+ streams, Cliff is no stranger to success. His independent EP, “Who the Funk Is Cliff Beach?”, earned him three L.A. Music Awards nominations, including Record of the Year, and a Hollywood Music in Media Award. He's also a winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, two world songwriting awards, and four global music awards, among others.'Confident' isn't just the name of his hit song, it's also the message in his book. Cliff shares his journey from getting ousted from "American Idol" to achieving success with his music, all while maintaining his day job. His book takes a realistic approach to success, advocating for gradual and strategic steps rather than lofty, unattainable goals.Beyond his musical and authorial success, Cliff is also the host of Deeper Groves podcast, where he conducts in-depth interviews with top musicians and engineers. Drawing parallels with his own experiences, he explores the process of creating lasting musical impressions.Join us for a deep dive into the world of side hustles, music, and more with Cliff Beach. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to balance their passion with their profession, and navigate the journey to success with authenticity and resilience.The Investor Friendly Real Estate AgentWelcome to the Investor Friendly Real Estate Agent Podcast where we look at real...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showSubscribe to Side Hustle City and join our Community on Facebook

"I'm not afraid to say I don't know how to do something. Instead, I ask how CAN I do this."~ Cliff Beach, author of Side Hustle & Flow and funky musician man. (My own title for him). My favorite song on repeat is from his album, "Who The Funk Is Cliff Beach" and it's called "Let Me Down". During this interview, I learned Cliff Beach finished High School at age 16. He is a master of time management and motivation. He sprinkled brilliant quotes throughout our chat together. He is also the king of the side hustle, explaining the benefits of fulfillment outside of the regular career. Besides the addition of diversified income streams, it sparks the creative parts of your brain. Check out Cliff Beach's music and videos.... he's been nominated for three LA Music Awards, Record of the Year, and a Hollywood Music in Media Award. His group has been a house band on the Discovery Channel. He's been featured in a live review in Music Connection Magazine and performed at TEDx Napa Valley. Beach won a John Lennon Songwriting Contest, two world songwriting awards, four global music awards, a CA music video/film award, and was nominated for several LA music awards. Cliff Beach's podcast is called Deeper GroovesCheck out his fantastic music all over the place. Google Cliff Beach funk.He's on Facebook and Instagram too.Cliff@sidehustleandflow.net

Please enjoy this behind the scenes exclusive interview with none other than singer, songwriter, Canadian recording artist Niki Kennedy as she sits down with Captain Eddie. Bio: Born and raised in Aotearoa New Zealand, Niki Kennedy is a vocalist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Niki's recent releases The Last Night (Dancing With You), Get Back in the Groove, Fall Back Into You, and The Things I Wish I Said have landed her multiple appearances on television and radio, including live performances on CTV Morning and Humber Radio, commercial radio support in Australia, and press from outlets such as A Journal of Musical Things, Permanent Rain Press, VENTS Magazine, Vancouver Guardian, Ottawa Life, and more. A career performer, she has had the privilege of playing hundreds of stages, from large festivals to intimate rooms, as well as connecting virtually with listeners around the world. Niki was selected as one of 28 participants in the 2021 SOCAN Foundation's TD Incubator for Creative Entrepreneurship, a program “designed to identify, celebrate, and support the next generation of music creators that have demonstrated extraordinary potential.” She was named a semi-finalist in the 2021 International Songwriting Competition, the 2022 Unsigned Only Music Competition, longlisted for the 2022 Faith Nolan Music Award, and won a Finalist Award in the 2021 John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Niki blurs genre lines and shares honestly and vulnerably in the hope listeners will feel seen, heard, and a little less alone. A reminder that it is okay to not be okay as she tries to give the world a hug, one song at a time. Twitter:https://twitter.com/nikikennedyca Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nikikennedyca/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nikikennedyca Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/56anbQyF2Qn6STCHu9wC2m

Order the THIRD EDITION of How to Make It in the New Music Business here: https://book.aristake.comThe Rare Occasions are an LA-based, New England-bred indie rock band known for their explosive garage rock anthems with catchy vocal harmonies. Brian McLaughlin (singer) and Luke Imbusch (drummer) have been making music together since their early teenage years. They formed The Rare Occasions while attending college in Boston where they met Jeremy Cohen (bassist). Since then, the band have toured nationally, won the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, and released a vast catalog of music online. In 2021 the band released their first album as a trio, Big Whoop, which received significant press and radio play.Around the same time, their 2016 track “Notion” went viral on TikTok and continues to make waves, topping Spotify's viral chart in the US and several other countries, and later landing on Billboard's alternative charts and top 100 singles charts in the UK, Ireland, and Canada. The Rare Occasions released their new EP, Attaboy, on November 4th, 2022. The first single off the EP “Seasick” has already garnered the attention of radio DJs across the country including SiriusXM's Alt Nation with the second single “Not Afraid” being an explosive follow up. After sharing Attaboy's hard-hitting riffs, danceable grooves, and ear-catching melodies with audiences across the nation on their Fall 2022 headline tour, the band has shifted its efforts towards new music in 2023.04:18 Welcome10:15 Leaving Boston, moving to California13:08 Continuing the band, touring as a trio17:47 Reaching new audience through gaming and anime communities21:36 Going viral on TikTok25:37 Gaining attention from major record labels34:16 Breaking down the major label deal offers, signing with Elektra Records48:23 Advances from the major label offers52:59 Creating the music video for “Notion”54:34 Headlining nationwide tour59:14 Recording “Attaboy” EP, marketing their unique story1:08:08 What's next for the band1:12:32 Final questionSubscribe to The New Music Business: https://aristake.com/nmbAri's Take Academy (use code NMB for 10% off): https://aristakeacademy.comWatch more discussions like this: https://bit.ly/3LavMpa Connect with Ari's Take: Website: https://aristake.comAcademy: https://aristakeacademy.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/aristake_TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@aris.takeTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArisTakeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aristake1 Connect with Ari Herstand: Website: https://ariherstand.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/ariherstandTwitter: https://twitter.com/ariherstandYouTube: https://youtube.com/ariherstand Connect with The Rare Occasions: Website: https://therareoccasions.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/therareoccasionsTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@therareoccasionsTwitter: https://twitter.com/rareoccasionsEdited and mixed by Maxton HunterMusic by Brassroots DistrictProduced by the team at Ari's Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Co-hosts Chad Clark & Casey Holmes discuss Scott's roots, his upbringing, his band 'The Nobodies' and their brief stint in Tennesse, and how he left a great-paying job to go into worship ministry. During the conversation we hear about the importance of curating worship music and what matters most when putting together a worship service. In his long career as an indie artist, Scott has toured the globe (four continents and counting!) playing his music for new friends far and wide. He's had a #1 hit on Christian radio (along with other Top 20 songs) and received honors from the Dove Awards and the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Theme Music: Simply Beautiful by Scott Riggan (www.scottriggan.com) Produced by: Austin Schumacher. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nwcn/support

Joe Deninzon & musical friends Rachel Flowers (flute, piano) and Alex Skolnick (guitar) perform Chick Corea's “Spain” on the upcoming Joe Deninzon & Stratospheerius' Box Set—double CD & Blu-Ray “Behind the Curtain: Live From ProgStock.” at this link:  https://youtu.be/t6JPN4FELKc   Joe Deninzon has been hailed by critics as “The Jimi Hendrix of the Violin,” because of his innovative style on seven-string electric violin. Joe has worked with The Who, 50 Cent, Sheryl Crow, Bruce Springsteen, Phoebe Snow, Everclear, Ritchie Blackmore, Smokey Robinson, Aretha Franklin, Robert Bonfiglio, Les Paul, and as a soloist with the NY City Ballet and Jazz at Lincoln Center. Joe is the lead singer and electric violinist for the progressive rock band, Stratospheerius, which has released five critically acclaimed CD's. A BMI Jazz Composer's grant recipient and winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, he has written over 200 string quartets, solo pieces for violinist Rachel Barton Pine, and sits on the Board of Advisors for Composer's Now. In 2015, Joe premiered his “Concerto for Seven String Electric Violin and Orchestra” with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Douglas Droste. His original music has been featured on CMT, MTV, VH1, Comedy Central, National Geographic, the Travel Channel, the History Channel, and the Will Ferrell/ Adam McKay- produced film “Virginity Hit.” Joe is also a member of the Sweet Plantain String Quartet, which combines Latin Jazz with hip-hop and Classical music, and has toured throughout Europe and the U.S. Joe has also released a CD with his Acoustic Jazz Trio, titled “Exuberance.” As an educator, Joe is a faculty member at the New Jersey City University Multi-Style strings program. He has taught at Mark O'Connor's String Camp and Mark Wood's Rock Orchestra Camp, and made repeated appearances performing at the Grand Canyon Music Festival, where he co-founded the Grand Canyon School of Rock in 2006, an annual program for local high school students. He regularly travels as a clinician and has contributed articles to Strings, Downbeat, and Making Music Magazine. In 2012, Joe wrote a book on electric violin techniques for Mel Bay Publications, entitled Plugging In. Joe has made the Downbeat Critic's pole for jazz/rock violin, and Chris Haigh's book, Discovering Rock Violin lists one of Joe's recorded solos among the “Top 20 greatest rock violin solos of all time.” Joe holds Bachelor's degrees in Violin Performance and Jazz Violin from Indiana University and a Master's in Jazz/Commercial violin from Manhattan School of Music.

Dallin Applebaum is an alternative songwriter with a knack for melodic piano-driven songs with a dark-humored spirit. Originally based in New York City, she moved to Nashville in early 2022. Dallin has always been drawn to music- she began playing classical piano at a young age and started singing and writing songs as a teenager.  After attending college in New York, Dallin began touring with major pop artists among the likes of Ryan Star & Rachel Platten, in addition to working with recording artists such as Passion Pit, Phil Phillips, Matchbox 20 and many more. Among this success, she also won runner up for Best Folk Song in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest in 2009. . In 2013, Dallin started an electronic rock band called SKYES, who made their way through the Brooklyn indie music scene before she chose to move into writing music on her own. During this time Dallin also wrote and produced pop songs under the alias Alise Indall. Many of Indall's songs can be heard on TV and film, and “I'm That Girl” was featured in the promotion for the  2018 USA Women's Olympic teams.   In the process of building her new album, Grey Matters, Dallin began a songwriting club in New York as a place to get together with other songwriters and share ideas. It was through the club that she was able to create a space where she could work through and finish writing all of the songs for her album.  Grey Matters, due out in January 2023, explores extremes as a means to understanding and appreciating what's between them. Dallin produced and arranged most of the record herself with the help of her husband & a few extremely talented friends.  www.dallinapplebaum.com

This week on Finding Your Bliss, Life Coach and Bliss Expert Judy Librach is joined by artist, art consultant & interior designer, Sara Petroff! Sara says that she was put on this earth to create and only in recent years has she given herself permission to fully unleash her untapped potential. With degrees in both Visual Fine Arts and Interior Design, she has served as the curator and artistic director of Toronto's prominent Petroff Gallery for over 20 years, coached countless artists in their professional practice, juried art shows, taught art and sat on several boards and advisory committees in the arts. All the while dreaming that it should be her artwork up on those gallery walls! In 2013, she sold the gallery to establish Petroff Design, a thriving Interior Design and Art Consulting practice, with the intent of striking a balance between her day job in front of the computer and her dream job in her studio, where she is truly happiest - hands dirty, pushing the medium and creating something from nothing. She was born an artist, but she has taken the scenic route to get back to where she is really meant to be. For Sara, the question is,

Are you a young artist? Do you feel like your friends don't understand you and your career goals? Do you want to learn about sword dancing?If you want to feel encouraged and feel like you're not alone in your music journey, then this episode is for you!Today on the show we have Abi Muir! She's an award-winning artist who was recently presented the John Lennon Songwriting Contest award for Rock with her song Stockholm.  On the show we discuss:03:40 - Story behind Heebee Jibees05:12 - Talking about Highland Dancing07:35 - Family background09:30 - Biggest challenge as a young artist starting out11:15 - Dealing with negative Peer reactions to music14:00 - Biggest accomplishments in the past years15:30 - Process of recording with a live band compared to alone17:30 - Things we wished we would've known years ago17:58 - Don't worry about what others may say18:46 - Everyone has a place in music25:00 - Positive things to come out of a pandemic26:30 - Fun things about the producing process  27:30 - How Abi proaches songwriting30:00 - Defining success32:40 - Dislikes of putting an album together36:20 - More information on sword dancing39:03 - Harry Potter fan44:35 - Superpower that Abi would like to have46:00 - Abi's rendition of the Office theme song46:50 - Abi's super secret talent49:00 - The power of seeing and focusing on what you want50:53 - Worst piece of advice54:40 - Is music theory needed?57:30 - Advice to other young artists Follow her journey at abi.muir on Instagram and other social media platforms!So grab your pen and paper, and get ready to take some notes! You don't want to miss this! Share with someone whom you respect and think would benefit from this! _____________________________________________________________________________________ Hello and welcome back to the Musicpreneur Movement podcast!   Where we learn from the best in the music industry as I ask the deep questions that no one dares to ask so that you can skyrocket your music career! Go to @MusicpreneurMovement on Instagram or Facebook to stay connected! We'd love to hear from you and see how we can best serve YOU to help you reach your music goals. So if you're ready to finally start making some real progress in your career, DM me "ready" and we can send you a road map of things that will help you get to that next level!It'll help you gain clarity in where you are going and discover anything that may be holding you back from having a successful career!You'll feel  motivated, reenergized, and have a clear strategy moving forward.Thank you for joining us and we'll see you next week! **Remember, you're only ONE step away from changing your life!

Award-winning Americana children's singer/songwriter Kelli Welli talks about her latest release “Robots Don't Tell Jokes” featuring the title track along with her upcoming release “Heart Wanderer” and her great classics “Let's Go Pistachio”, “Ooh La La Too Doo Na Na Oop Bop Oop Bop Ribbit” , “Turtle Doggie Monkey Froggie” plus her greatest accomplishment as the Grand Prize winner in the 2021 John Lennon Songwriting Contest! Kelli also talks about her previous experience in Public Relations with Harper's Bazaar in NYC, her own agency in Portland and a member of various academies! Check out the amazing Kelli Welli and her latest release on all streaming platforms and www.kelliwellikids.comtoday! #kelliwelli #americana #childrenssinger #portland #awardwinning #robotsdonttelljokes #johnlennonsongwritingcontest #heartwanderer #letsgopistachio #turtledoggiemonkeyfroggie #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #itunes #googleplay #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #podbean #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerkelliwelli #themikewagnershowkelliwelli --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/support

Award-winning Americana children's singer/songwriter Kelli Welli talks about her latest release “Robots Don't Tell Jokes” featuring the title track along with her upcoming release “Heart Wanderer” and her great classics “Let's Go Pistachio”, “Ooh La La Too Doo Na Na Oop Bop Oop Bop Ribbit” , “Turtle Doggie Monkey Froggie” plus her greatest accomplishment as the Grand Prize winner in the 2021 John Lennon Songwriting Contest! Kelli also talks about her previous experience in Public Relations with Harper's Bazaar in NYC, her own agency in Portland and a member of various academies! Check out the amazing Kelli Welli and her latest release on all streaming platforms and www.kelliwellikids.comtoday! #kelliwelli #americana #childrenssinger #portland #awardwinning #robotsdonttelljokes #johnlennonsongwritingcontest #heartwanderer #letsgopistachio #turtledoggiemonkeyfroggie #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #itunes #googleplay #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #podbean #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerkelliwelli #themikewagnershowkelliwelli --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/support

Award-winning Americana children's singer/songwriter Kelli Welli talks about her latest release “Robots Don't Tell Jokes” featuring the title track along with her upcoming release “Heart Wanderer” and her great classics “Let's Go Pistachio”, “Ooh La La Too Doo Na Na Oop Bop Oop Bop Ribbit” , “Turtle Doggie Monkey Froggie” plus her greatest accomplishment as the Grand Prize winner in the 2021 John Lennon Songwriting Contest! Kelli also talks about her previous experience in Public Relations with Harper's Bazaar in NYC, her own agency in Portland and a member of various academies! Check out the amazing Kelli Welli and her latest release on all streaming platforms and www.kelliwellikids.com today! #kelliwelli #americana #childrenssinger #portland #awardwinning #robotsdonttelljokes #johnlennonsongwritingcontest #heartwanderer #letsgopistachio #turtledoggiemonkeyfroggie #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #itunes #googleplay #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #podbean #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerkelliwelli #themikewagnershowkelliwelli

The multi talented Rachel Sumner gives us the great insights into her song writing. Rachel has gained critical acclaim and national attention for winning "The Lennon Award." Awarded as part of a contest for song writing on behalf of John Lennon by Yoko Ono Lennon and judged by the biggest names in the industry. Check her out and pre order her new incredible album today at https://rachelsumnermusic.com and make sure you follow her on all her socials! With songs as sweet and biting as the nectar and venom in her voice, Rachel Sumner has been captivating audiences throughout the northeast with her exciting new band Traveling Light. While their instrumentation and textures show roots deep in bluegrass and traditional folk music, Sumner's lyric-forward writing and penchant for snaking chord progressions demand something beyond folk conventions, highlighting the acrobatic range of her brilliant bandmates Kat Wallace (fiddle/harmonies), Ira Klein (acoustic guitar), and Mike Siegel (upright bass). Sumner is no stranger to the stage. She spent her early career on the bluegrass circuit, singing and writing with the genre-bending Boston group Twisted Pine. Since setting out on her own, Sumner's songs have been critically acclaimed, winning the Lennon Award in the folk category of the 2021 John Lennon Songwriting Contest for her song "Radium Girls (Curie Eleison);" earning her a spot in the Kerrville New Folk Competition; and being chosen two consecutive years by WBUR/NPR as one of the top Massachusetts entries in the Tiny Desk Competition. Originally a classical flutist from the dusty Mojave desert, Sumner relocated from California to Boston a decade ago intending to study Composition and Film Scoring at Berklee College of Music. While at school, she found herself in the orbit of roots musicians like Molly Tuttle, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, and John Mailander who introduced her to a trove of traditional music, started her off with a few chords on the guitar, and encouraged her to write her own songs. In the short time since, Rachel has become one of the most vital voices in Boston's thriving roots music scene. Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light will release their debut LP in the summer of 2022. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musiciansandbeyond/support

Kate Schutt is an award-winning singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer whose voice NPR calls “glassily clear and glossily sweet.” Her songs have won top honors from the John Lennon Songwriting Contest and ASCAP. American Songwriter calls Kate's newest album, Bright Nowhere, illuminating and “the work that ought to bring her the wider recognition she so decidedly deserves.” Kate has shared stages with Terri Lyne Carrington, Bill Frisell, Julian Lage, Scott Colley, and Bernard Perdie, to name only a few. When not making music, Kate is an elite life coach who specializes in helping people navigate big, pivotal, powerful moments, like being ready to die, creating new careers, starting new businesses, and chasing gold medals. Her TEDx talk, A Grief Casserole, has had over 50k views and has been called “nothing short of life-changing for people struggling with grief and loss.” In this conversation, we go deep on the subjects of grief, death, and loss. Kate shares how she sat with her mom as she was dying, and how that experience led to the songs on her new album. Join us to hear Kate's story, her wisdom about the creative process, and her inspiring music.  Show Highlights: Kate's journey as a musician, which began with piano and guitar at age 11 How songwriting for Kate is a process to get an answer to something—a very SLOW process with precision and restraint How Kate uses folders to create her “word horde” files of ideas and words to be used in songwriting How Kate marries music and lyrics in her songwriting process How Kate's reading shows creative energy and the amplification of poetry, perfectly explaining who she is and what she does The story of Kate's mother's cancer journey and the four-plus years that Kate enjoyed being with her and caring for her to maximize her quality of life How Kate's song, Victory on the Road to Defeat, came about during her mom's illness as a commentary on the western system of medicine How Kate was galvanized to be frank and honest with her mom during her illness–and how loved ones can show up for each other in similar instances What it means to “pre-grieve” and prepare yourself for the death of a loved one–and even your own death Why Kate has “ready to die” practices to remind her that we are all “on the edge” between life and death Why Kate's experience with the loss of her mother has made her more aware of the sacredness of time and the need for people around her to know what they mean to her What it means to Kate to live in her purpose Hear Kate's answers to rapid-fire questions about helpful advice, grounding habits, favorite hot beverage, last meal on earth, morning routine, inspiring people, something people might not know about her, and what's bringing her joy right now. Resources: Connect with Kate: http://www.kateschutt.com ( www.kateschutt.com),https://www.facebook.com/kateschuttmusic/ ( Facebook),https://www.instagram.com/kateschutt/?hl=en ( Instagram), andhttps://twitter.com/kateschutt?lang=en ( Twitter) Look for Kate's album, Bright Nowhere, wherever you buy music! Connect with me: Sign up forhttps://www.weaveyourbliss.com/ ( Your Magnetic Blueprint), an eight-week intensive program for spiritual entrepreneurs to supercharge their online business and wealth!   Are you an online business owner? Join my free Facebook group:https://m.facebook.com/groups/weaveyourbusinessbliss/ ( Weave Your Business Bliss). Learn more and book a call forhttps://www.weaveyourbliss.com/vedic-business-coaching ( Vedic Business Coaching). Limited spots are still available! Join thehttps://www.patreon.com/weaveyourbliss ( Patreon) for weekly updates and more information!

Lisa Bello is an award-winning R&B singer-songwriter who infuses her performances with the soul, swagger, and depth of feeling that make up the roots of this East Coast-bred artist. Most comfortable on stage, Bello's 2020 self-titled album was written and produced in quarantine during the dark days of the 2020s global pandemic and uprising for racial justice. It features collaborations with Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated producers and her 8-year-old son Cassius (who appears on both of her studio albums and serves as her publisher). She released the EP “Overnight Shift” with the multitalented producer June Jissle in 2021. A prolific performer, Lisa toured globally for her first EP, Tommy Boy, in 2018 and is preparing to release a new Live album in March 2022 as well as an upcoming tour. Lisa is known and recognized for a lifetime of songwriting, vocal ability, and humanitarianism, having been awarded the John Lennon Songwriting Contest in the Hip Hop category, Boston Music Awards Female Vocalist of the Year and R&B Vocalist of the Year, the New England Nightlife Independent Artist of the Year, and OUTMUSIC Awards Humanitarian Songwriter of the Year. LISABELLOMUSIC.COM --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Margarita Shamrakov is an accomplished musician, educator and award-winning songwriter. She even has a 1st Place win in the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Margarita Shamrakov's music crosses multiple genres from Pop to EDM and Classical. Lyrically she uses visual imagery and clever wordplay to spin social commentary and personal drama into a single cohesive message. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kelli Welli joins the show and shares some poignant stories, her journey into Kindie Music and her song Turtlurtlurtle, which won a John Lennon Songwriting Contest award!  Find the Song at:  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/2Lggjn0HQ4aOdQHap9vY7Z?si=a15220a5a651420d  iTunes/Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/album/turtlurtlurtle/1496518528?i=1496518529 Turtlurtlurtle has been added to the KINDIE ROCK STARS Season 2 Spotify playlist.  Add the KINDIE ROCK STARS Season 2 Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5TOwB9JN1IsOznSEjk4EKs?si=224bca5b2ca94c7e  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/KelliWelli 

 Kate Schutt is an award-winning singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer whose voice NPR calls “glassily clear and glossily sweet.”Americana Highways names her new album Bright Nowhere “Superb...one of the year's best.” American Songwriter calls it “illuminating” and “the work that ought to bring her the wider recognition she so decidedly deserves.” Kate's songs have won top honors from the John Lennon Songwriting Contest and ASCAP, and she's shared stages with Terri Lyne Carrington, Bill Frisell,  Julian Lage, Scott Colley, and Bernard Perdie, to name only a few. Find Kate on social media:- Instagram @kateschutt- Facebook @kateschuttmusic- Twitter @kateschutt  Her TEDx Talk:  Links https://linktr.ee/kateschutt

Kate is an award-winning jazz musician (songwriter, producer, singer, guitarist) - while on a major tour overseas promoting her new album, she got the call that her mother was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer; she immediately flew home, dropped her guitar on the floor, and never touched it again for the next two years. - at that moment, Kate became her mother's primary caregiver for the next 5 years; during that time, Kate decided to write songs to express to her mother the emotions she was feeling at the time; the songs both for her mother and about how Kate was grappling with her own emotions during that period - after her mom passed away in 2015, Kate recorded 11 of the songs and released them as her latest album, titled Bright Nowhere in late April of 2021 (just before Mother's Day); the album has won wide critical acclaim and rave reviews from Grammy Award-winning artists in the industry; it is also currently being considered for 7 Grammy nominations - In addition to her latest album, Kate has been making it her mission to help people deal with grief, as well as help, loved ones who are grieving; she gave a TEDx talk on the topic "A Grief Casserole: How to Help your Friends and Family through Loss" that has received nearly 47K views to date - Kate is also a mentor and life coach for other musicians who are looking for guidance in their music careers; she is also a private guitar teacher, and mentors young kids - Lastly, Kate is writing her first book, The Ultimate Guide to Songwriting, due out in 2022 FIND HER HERE https://www.kateschutt.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kateschutt/ https://www.facebook.com/kateschuttmusic/ https://twitter.com/kateschutt?lang=en Kate Schutt is an award-winning singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer whose voice NPR calls “glassily clear and glossily sweet.” Americana Highways names her new album Bright Nowhere “superb...one of the year's best.” American Songwriter calls it “illuminating” and “the work that ought to bring her the wider recognition she so decidedly deserves.” Kate's songs have won top honors from the John Lennon Songwriting Contest and ASCAP, and she's shared stages with Terri Lyne Carrington, Bill Frisell, Julian Lage, Scott Colley, and Bernard Perdie, to name only a few. MORE OF JENN: https://linktr.ee/momofeighteen At A Crossroads with The Naked Podcaster - Baring it all Emotionally and Spiritually is unconventional, gritty, explicit, raw, edgy, and vulnerable. There is a freedom that's gained through sharing our stories - with the goal that sharing the journey will help you with your journey. Support this podcast

Kate Schutt is an award-winning singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer whose voice NPR calls “glassily clear and glossily sweet.” Americana Highways names her new album Bright Nowhere “superb...one of the year's best.” American Songwriter calls it “illuminating” and “the work that ought to bring her the wider recognition she so decidedly deserves.” Kate's songs have won top honors from the John Lennon Songwriting Contest and ASCAP, and she's shared stages with Terri Lyne Carrington, Bill Frisell,  Julian Lage, Scott Colley, and Bernard Perdie, to name only a few. kateschutt.com

Pop Art Painter Jamie Roxx (www.JamieRoxx.us) welcomes BLVCKBOW (Pop) to the Show!    (Click to got there) ● IG: @blvckbow  ● FB: @blvckbow  ● SC: @blvckbow  ● TW: @weareblvckbow ● LT: linktr.ee/blvckbow Pop duo BLVCKBOW has just released their first self-written and produced song, “Memorize U.” “The song is about realizing there is so much in life we can't predict, so being present is sometimes all we really feel like we have to hold on to,” explains BLVCKBOW. Combining rock elements with electro-synth groove and sentimental lyrics, the song is bound to cater to a plethora of audiences. “Memorize U'' is available to stream and download now on all digital platforms. BLVCKBOW was formed shortly after Brittni Paiva was a featured guest on Jasmine Crowe's latest single, "LOVE IS LOVE" last June. After reuniting, they found a powerful writing connection penning ten songs in a little over a month. Their extraordinary talent doesn't go unnoticed, with Paiva being a three-time NA Hoku Hanohano Award winner and Crowe being the 2018 John Lennon Songwriting Contest winner. Both multifaceted award-winning solo artists, writers, and producers found their love for music at a young age in their hometown of Hilo, Hawaii, where they grew up surrounded by music. ● Media Inquiries: Taylor Funari Publicist TREND: PR | Branding | Social Media www.TrendPR.com

Mozelle Andrulot grew up in Eastham and attended Lesley University where she studied Liberal Arts. Her career has taken her to New York City and London where she performed at the SoHo House in both cities. Here on the Cape, she's performed at Mahony's, Tin Pan Alley, The Muse and regularly with Zoë Lewis's Bootleggers show in Provincetown. She has graced the stage with local notable jazz artists Bruce Abbot, Fred Fried, Fred Boyle and John Thomas. This local jazz jewel, along with Doug Ricardi's Jazz till Dawn, entertains audiences from Wellfleet's Preservation Hall to the Yarmouth Cultural Center. This summer she will be singing outdoors regularly at the Fox and Crow. MikeMRF is a performing artist, recording artist, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. His latest album Mob Music 2 hit #39 on the iTunes R&B Albums Chart and was featured on Apple Music. Album opener, "Tip Jar" landed in the Semi-Finals of the 2020 International Songwriting Competition and was featured in the Amazon Prime Show "30 The Series" along with two other songs. Mike is also a Lennon Award winner in the 2017 John Lennon Songwriting Contest for his original song "Mob Music", the title-track off of his iTunes Chart-Topping sophomore album. In 2014, Mike won 2 OUTmusic Awards (with 5 nominations, the most that year) including the highly coveted Humanitarian Songwriter of the Year for his song "Be Strong (LGBT Youth)". "Be Strong" was selected as Boston Pride's Flag-Raising Anthem. Mike holds a Bachelor's of Music in Jazz Saxophone & Music Education from Berklee College of Music, as well as a Master's of Music in Music Theory & Composition from New York University where he currently teaches Songwriting and Composition as an Adjunct Professor. Mike has performed with Ada Vox, Matt Alber, Esera Tuaolo, Ruth Pointer (Pointer Sisters), Cassandra Wilson, Esperanza Spaulding, Varla Jean Merman and many more. He performs and music-directs various shows in Provincetown, MA.

If you've ever felt like you don't identify as a singer or you are a better songwriter and you just kind of sing because you want your songs to get out there. Or, if you've always considered your voice to be second to your piano playing, this episode is for you! Andrea of BLB is an award winning singer/songwriter in electronica duo Brite Lite Brite with electronics master Lukas Johnson, both alumni of Berklee College of Music. Andrea's musical highlights include winning the grand prize in the electronic category of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, earning semi-finalist placement for three songs in the International Songwriting Contest, live performances at Lollapalooza and Virgin Mobile Fest, a song representation with EMI Music Publishing, and song placements in Film and TV. 

   Andrea's always considered herself a songwriter first, and she joined the Star Singer Greenroom and started taking voice lessons last Fall to learn more about singing. Andrea has written hundreds of songs in multiple genres and is currently looking for singers to collaborate with and help get noticed in the music industry. She's prepared a playlist of songs that she is currently in search of singers for and will be pitching to a music supervisor whom she is presently working with. Instrumentals of the songs, vocal demos, and lyrics are posted at: https://soundcloud.com/andreaofblb/sets/star-singer-collaborations/s-TxT0iK6AHku If you're interested in singing any of her songs, please contact Andrea via this Google form:  https://forms.gle/v7rJ7igddRrPRML3A Styles currently seeking: R&B, Indie, Pop, Electronic Female and Male Vocals Socials Insta. and Twitter: @AndreaofBLB @BriteLiteBrite andrea@britelitebrite.com www.britelitebrite.com Spotify (All song releases): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/42wxt5d8ym4j3lp5xQu51B?si=5eba817b57d841a3  

A Amazônia por si só já é uma grande aventura. Mas, em plena pandemia, trouxe ainda mais desafios à equipe do cineasta americano Marlin Darrah que, em pleno surto em Manaus, em outubro de 2020, desembarcou na cidade para filmar "Amazon Queen" (Rainha da Amazônia).  Cleide Klock, correspondente da RFI em Los Angeles O longa teve pré-estreia em Hollywood e vai estar disponível a partir do dia 12 de outubro nas plataformas de exibição de filmes on-line nos Estados Unidos e no Canadá, mas a intenção é distribuí-lo para outros países.  No enredo, um grupo de turistas embarca em um passeio para desbravar a floresta, conhecer aldeias indígenas e explorar a selva a bordo do Tucano, o barco onde acontece boa parte da trama. Mas, um assalto a banco e o mistério sobre onde foi parar o dinheiro levam os criminosos a se juntararem à excursão. A aventura é recheada de belas paisagens, animais exóticos e cultura local. Como pano de fundo, os diálogos dão destaque à importância de preservar a floresta, impedir as queimadas e a exploração da mata por pecuaristas.  No elenco principal, apenas um ator é brasileiro: Clayton Meek, que interpreta Silva, um dos assaltantes, com um papel importante na trama. Há vinte anos, o paulista começou a se dedicar à carreira de modelo e atuar em comerciais. Esta é a primeira vez que ele participa de um filme americano. Meek está em Los Angeles desde 2016 e, no ano passado, se candidatou ao papel através de um site de recrutamento de atores. "Eu fui uma das primeiras pessoas a serem selecionadas. Estou desde o comecinho do projeto. O diretor sempre perguntava minha opinião a respeito do Brasil, onde eu acabei servindo de guia turístico. Falando a língua fica muito mais fácil a comunicação com todo mundo", conta Clayton. A equipe ficou 22 dias dias na Amazônia, isolada na maior parte do tempo no barco e sem contato com outras pessoas por causa da pandemia de Covid-19. "Ficamos meio como uma família no barco perdido na Amazônia. O diretor Marlin Darrah queria fazer um filme para toda a família, que qualquer criança pudesse assistir, e que fosse informativo a respeito da Amazônia, do efeito da Ayahuasca e de outros aspectos da floresta", lembra o ator. A fotografia é recheada de animais exóticos. No longa, a comunidade indígena Tukano também mostra um pouco da cultura local e participa como figurante. Vida de documentarista O diretor Marlin Darrah traz no currículo mais de uma centena de documentários de viagens feitos em 140 países, produzidos nas últimas quatro décadas, principalmente para National Geographic. "Amazon Queen" é um filme independente e a segunda ficção de Darrah. Ainda sem distribuidor internacional, o longa já foi agraciado com diversos prêmios em festivais independentes. "Eu adoro o Brasil e já estive lá filmando pelo menos umas dez vezes. Na Amazônia, seis vezes e duas delas viajei pelo Rio Amazonas. Com esse filme, também queria convidar as pessoas para irem ao Brasil e celebrar a beleza da natureza de lá e das pessoas. Eu já conhecia o dono do barco (Tucano) e há muito tempo a gente conversava em transformá-lo em um cenário de filme", conta o diretor. No elenco estão, além de Clayton Meek, Massi Furlan (Jumanji: Próxima Fase), Alfonso DiLuca (Jane, Virgin), Carly Diamond Stone (Beach Squad), Carson Grant (What Would You Do), Nick Dreselly Thomas, Vicky Dawson (The Prowler) e Cristina Encarnacion (Waves). A trilha da floresta A música Sempre Odara, da compositora e cantora brasileira, Carla Hassett, que também mora em Los Angeles, está no filme dando um tom Bossa Nova à aventura. Sempre Odara ganhou o prêmio de melhor Jazz de 2019 no prestigiado John Lennon Songwriting Contest. "O Marlin me achou, a gente conversou e ele pediu várias músicas para ouvir. Mandei essa e ele disse: é essa, nem quero ouvir mais", conta Carla. No filme, a música toca em um momento romântico do filme quando os turistas dançam ao som de Sempre Odara. A RFI falou com a cantora, ainda emocionada momentos após assistir ao filme. "Foi emoção total. Eu tenho músicas na televisão, já cantei em várias oportunidades, mas no telão é outra coisa"

Jayne Sachs credits her discovery of 97X (thanks to her now-husband) with putting her on the singer/songwriter path. She's been able to carve out a career in music, and has picked up plenty of accolades along the way, including winning 97Xposure in 1995 and garnering two first place wins (in different years and different categories) in The John Lennon Songwriting Contest. We talked to Jayne about her Xposure spoils, her performing career, record label interaction, and her current songwriting work in Nashville.  You can keep up with Jayne's latest songs on her website and her Facebook page. 

It's been said that country-pop singer-songwriter Larry Jay's songs are “Five chords and the truth.” The New York native, now residing in California, injects that truth with hopeful lyrics and tasty melodies, to create his own brand of Award-winning Americana-tinged southern fried music.A first runner-up in multiple songwriting contests, including the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Contest, Larry Jay says he started writing and performing music “To set my soul free.”  Jay has performed at the famed and historic Troubadour in Los Angeles, and he's shared the stage with Neil Young sideman and member of Crazy Horse, Sonny Mone.“When I perform, it's just me and my guitar, and my rhythm tracks looper.  I like to keep things intimate.   ””You can hear Larry Jay weekly via Livestream on his facebook page at https://bit.ly/3lh4AYD.Links:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LQmkpR1sJUY3SUxqwEUyj?si=CAbyY_OdQxKg4c3S-HkLQA:IG: https://www.instagram.com/larryjay_music/ Twitter: @lwdc123,Website: https://www.larryjaymusic.com/,“Drunk On Dreams” video: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=253281759334952 CONTACT: Michael Stover MTS Management Group michael@mtsmanagementgroup.com  

Multiple Award-winning singer-songwriter Amirah transformed her journey with Aspergers Syndrome, trauma from abusive piano lessons, and the challenges of being a bi-racial Malaysian in an era of cultural turmoil into a healing process she aptly calls 'a mission to unite'.   The Kuala-Lumpur-born and raised LA native has been twice a finalist for the John Lennon Songwriting Contest amidst a plethora of many others with jury members the likes of Timbaland, Rihanna, and Peter Gabriel.   Currently working on her debut album with Grammy award-winning producer Jeff Bova, her signature sound meshes Gamelan, Chinese and Indian influences with zeitgeist-relevant production ethics that are an apt representation of her journey amidst geographical and inner worlds which embrace the risk of appearing complex to the mainstream, and only natural to the global citizen.   In this frank and vulnerable conversation, we talk about the pains of dealing with abuse at the piano, understanding the nuances of Aspergers Syndrome and discuss healthy productivity hacks for the 21st century artist.   Connect with Amirah:   Inspiring Unity® Latest music: www.linktr.ee/amirah360 Website: www.amirah360.com Youtube: @amirah360  Facebook: @amirah360 Instagram: @amirah360 Twitter: @amirah360 Tiktok: @amirah_360 This episode is brought to you by:  www.holisticpianoacademy.com  Music by: www.everynowheremusic.com Text: www.tlwrites.com Recorded on a Zoom L8 mixer kindly sponsored by: https://www.sound-service.eu      Connect with T.L. Artist Website: www.everynowheremusic.com Coaching: www.holisticpianoacademy.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everynowheremusic/ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/39S0dP5 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tlmusician Twitter: https://twitter.com/tlmazumdar 

Twenty Summers presents Mozelle & Mike Flanagan (featuring Cliff Lechy) LIVE at Truro Vineyards of Cape Cod, Truro, MA, July 16, 2021 – Part 1 of 2 Mozelle Andrulot grew up in Eastham and attended Lesley University where she studied Liberal Arts. Her career has taken her to New York City and London where she performed at the SoHo House in both cities. Here on the Cape, she's performed at Mahony's, Tin Pan Alley, The Muse and regularly with Zoë Lewis's Bootleggers show in Provincetown. She has graced the stage with local notable jazz artists Bruce Abbot, Fred Fried, Fred Boyle and John Thomas. This local jazz jewel, along with Doug Ricardi's Jazz till Dawn, entertains audiences from Wellfleet's Preservation Hall to the Yarmouth Cultural Center. This summer she will be singing outdoors regularly at the Fox and Crow. MikeMRF is a performing artist, recording artist, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. His latest album Mob Music 2 hit #39 on the iTunes R&B Albums Chart and was featured on Apple Music. Album opener, "Tip Jar" landed in the Semi-Finals of the 2020 International Songwriting Competition and was featured in the Amazon Prime Show "30 The Series" along with two other songs. Mike is also a Lennon Award winner in the 2017 John Lennon Songwriting Contest for his original song "Mob Music", the title-track off of his iTunes Chart-Topping sophomore album. In 2014, Mike won 2 OUTmusic Awards (with 5 nominations, the most that year) including the highly coveted Humanitarian Songwriter of the Year for his song "Be Strong (LGBT Youth)". "Be Strong" was selected as Boston Pride's Flag-Raising Anthem. Mike holds a Bachelor's of Music in Jazz Saxophone & Music Education from Berklee College of Music, as well as a Master's of Music in Music Theory & Composition from New York University where he currently teaches Songwriting and Composition as an Adjunct Professor. Mike has performed with Ada Vox, Matt Alber, Esera Tuaolo, Ruth Pointer (Pointer Sisters), Cassandra Wilson, Esperanza Spaulding, Varla Jean Merman and many more. He performs and music-directs various shows in Provincetown, MA. --- Twenty Summers is an incubator for art and ideas. It imagines a more equitable and sustainable future, twenty summers from today. The organization was founded in Provincetown's historic Hawthorne Barn, and we honor its legacy of artistic freedom by providing resources, residencies, and a platform for original projects and innovative ideas. We believe that, in the right context, creative minds can find solutions to our hardest problems. https://www.20summers.org

It's been said that country-pop singer-songwriter Larry Jay's songs are “Five chords and the truth.” The New York native, now residing in California, injects that truth with hopeful lyrics and tasty melodies, to create his own brand of Award-winning Americana-tinged southern fried music. A first runner-up in multiple songwriting contests, including the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Contest, Larry Jay says he started writing and performing music “To set my soul free.” Jay has performed at the famed and historic Troubadour in Los Angeles, and he's shared the stage with Neil Young sideman and member of Crazy Horse, Sonny Mone. “When I perform, it's just me and my guitar, and my rhythm tracks looper. I like to keep things intimate. While I've been told I sound like Keith Urban, I think I sound more like Neil Young. Either way, being told I'm a really great songwriter is the best compliment I could ever receive.” Larry Jay shows off his songwriting skills on his latest single, “Here's To Us,” in addition tp to his #1 iTunes international smash single “Wow” featuring Caeland Garner of Team Blake on The Voice and his “end the pandemic” anthem, “Worldwide Party Day.” You can hear Larry Jay weekly via Livestream on his facebook page at https://bit.ly/3lh4AYD. When he's not focusing on his performances and, of course, writing new songs, Larry volunteers with the local VA Hospitals and addiction recovery centers. Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LQmk... IG: https://www.instagram.com/larryjay_mu... Twitter: @lwdc123 Website: https://www.larryjaymusic.com/ “Drunk On Dreams” video: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=253... CONTACT: Michael Stover MTS Management Group michael@mtsmanagementgroup.com

In this episode, Craig has a conversation with Blake Flattley. Blake writes to bring hope in the darkness, to tell the story of the human struggle, and narrates a story where death doesn't have the last word. Blake grew up in the small mountain of Placerville, California, most well known for gold discovery or as the town with the stoplight in the middle of the highway. He was first turned onto music by a blind saxophonist who had lost the will to play, but one day took up his horn to play at the urging of others. It was that moment, hearing him play, that set Blake on a path in pursuit of the craft of creating music, performing, and songwriting. He grew up singing at church and listening to music from the Beach Boys, Bob Dylan, and Johnny Cash. He played in a variety of bands, playing saxophone, guitar, bass, or whatever other instruments he could get his hands on. In 2008 he founded the Orange Effect (We All Yell, Gravel & Gold), a harmony-driven, Americana-folk quartet. After their breakup, he began playing under the moniker Graffiti Cathedral, and later Blake Flattley. Blake has toured nationally as both a solo artist and with his bands, sharing the stage with many notable artists including Young the Giant, Sharon Van Etten, and Reign of Kindo. Blake has contributed to "The Armchair Project” and "Winter Is On My Head" (The Lone Bellow, Future of Forestry, Paul Baloche, Young Oceans, and Reign of Kindo) as both a producer and as a musician. In 2015, he released There Will Be Rest, a collection of hymns and music from his local church. The title track was a finalist for the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Check out more about Blake at blakeflattley.com and check out more about 1517 Music at 1517.org/music Find out more about Easy Choir Music at easychoirmusic.com Resources available at www.churchmusicmakers.com/store Fill out the Google Form about Church Music Makers' Membership vault here.

It is a pleasure to welcome singer-songwriter Kate Schutt, to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Kate is an award-winning songwriter, singer, guitarist, and produce whose voice NPR calls “glassily clear and glossily sweet.” Her songs have won top honors from ASCAP and the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Also, Kate shared stages with several of her heroes, including Bernard Perdie, Julian Lange, Scott Colley, and Terri Lynn Carrington.Recently, Kate Schutt released her latest music project: Bright Nowhere. Produced by legendary producer and arranger Rob Mounsey, the album follows Kate’s journey as she dealt with her mother’s diagnosis and death from ovarian cancer. She spent five years as her mom’s primary caregiver and used that time to write songs about life and loss. In November 2018, Kate talked about dealing with these emotions as “a grief casserole” in a moving TED talk at the Westchester, Pennsylvania chapter.In this edition of The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Kate opens up about several songs on Bright Nowhere and talks about her book: The Ultimate Guide to Songwriting.

Los Angeles Artist Alex Ricci joins us to discuss his music career. He is currently in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Vote for him at https://jlsc.com/vote.php 

jasonivy.com - Jason Ivy is an acclaimed singer-songwriter, actor, music + film producer, and director from the south side of Chicago, who has been featured in SELF Magazine, Billboard, Next Showcase USA, Chicago Sun Times, and Reverbnation as a Top 10 Artist. Jason comes to the entertainment industry with an educational background in Cognitive Neuroscience and Linguistics from the University of Pennsylvania, and fluency in several languages. In 2019, Jason won the John Lennon Songwriting Contest as a finalist for RnB, and his first EP project, “CØMPLIMENTS," was nominated for Best R&B / Soul Album in 2020 for the We Are the Music Makers Awards. Jason's goal is to build platforms that allow for the restoration and amplification of routinely marginalized voices, while actively empowering underserved and underrepresented communities. Jason is currently working on a 2021 debut album release.https://soundcloud.com/thejasonivyhttps://moscovaenterprises.com/links 

jasonivy.com - Jason Ivy is an acclaimed singer-songwriter, actor, music + film producer, and director from the south side of Chicago, who has been featured in SELF Magazine, Billboard, Next Showcase USA, Chicago Sun Times, and Reverbnation as a Top 10 Artist. Jason comes to the entertainment industry with an educational background in Cognitive Neuroscience and Linguistics from the University of Pennsylvania, and fluency in several languages. In 2019, Jason won the John Lennon Songwriting Contest as a finalist for RnB, and his first EP project, “CØMPLIMENTS," was nominated for Best R&B / Soul Album in 2020 for the We Are the Music Makers Awards. Jason's goal is to build platforms that allow for the restoration and amplification of routinely marginalized voices, while actively empowering underserved and underrepresented communities. Jason is currently working on a 2021 debut album release. https://soundcloud.com/thejasonivy https://moscovaenterprises.com/links  

It's been said that country-pop singer-songwriter Larry Jay's songs are “Five chords and the truth.” The New York native, now residing in California, injects that truth with hopeful lyrics and tasty melodies, to create his own brand of Award-winning Americana-tinged southern fried music.A first runner-up in multiple songwriting contests, including the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Contest, Larry Jay says he started writing and performing music “To set my soul free.” Jay has performed at the famed and historic Troubadour in Los Angeles, and he's shared the stage with Neil Young sideman and member of Crazy Horse, Sonny Mone.“When I perform, it's just me and my guitar, and my rhythm tracks looper. I like to keep things intimate. While I've been told I sound like Keith Urban, I think I sound more like Neil Young. Either way, being told I'm a really great songwriter is the best compliment I could ever receive.”Larry Jay shows off his songwriting skills on his October 14th single release, “Drunk On Dreams.” That will be followed up by a November single release on MTS Records, “Wow,” featuring Caeland Garner of Team Blake on The Voice.You can hear Larry Jay weekly via Livestream on his facebook page at https://bit.ly/3lh4AYD.When he's not focusing on his performances and, of course, writing new songs, Larry volunteers with the local VA Hospitals and addiction recovery centres.. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Grace Askew is a sixth-generation Memphian and a highway child. With seven studio albums and nearly a decade of touring under her belt, Askew has established herself as a relentlessly creative artist and a powerhouse of talent. She has become a festival favorite at eclectic live events and gained the attention from brands like Stetson, Wrangler, and Tecovas Boots, all of which have signed her on as a model/spokeswoman.   She mostly hits the road accompanied only by her truck, Wanda. Still, she has also supported legends like Hayes Carll, Ray Wylie Hubbard, James McMurtry, Lisa Marie Presley, Marty Stuart, Paul Thorn, Jesse Winchester, Colter Wall, the late Delta bluesman T- Model Ford, and Leon Russell. She is an internationally recognized tunesmith placing first in the International Songwriting Competition, the Unsigned Only Music Competition, and the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Her lyrics weave vivid imagery of a life lived with authenticity and grit with a Faulknerian Southern-Gothic storytelling style, always paying homage to her Delta roots. Her television appearances include PBS' Sun Sessions and NBC's The Voice - Season 4, where she represented Team Blake. Since Jan. 1, 2018, Askew has written and live-streamed a new original song daily for her loyal Facebook and Instagram followers. This date also markers the day she decided to get sober. Connect and Follow Grace Askew: IG: @graceaskew Spotify: Grace Askew Follow the Creative Sober on social! IG @thecreativesober

In Songwriter/Producer/Performer Chas Bronxson's own words, his current approach to music is “working for a cause and not for applause.” Such thinking lends a personal approach to building a new audience of fans in tandem with his label's projects. Additional mastery in the areas of vocal arrangement, video directing/editing, and storyboarding all bring a multidiscipline approach to his work. A sharp business acumen has led his indie label, M.O.U.N. Records, Inc. into the mainstream as of 2017. Once as a part of the group Total Control, he appeared on Chuck Chillout & Kool Chip's, Masters of the Rhythm album as well as Kool DJ Red Alert's, Let's Make It Happen album. As a group member and as a solo artist, he did several promo jingles for local NYC DJ's. He also appeared on a Wendy Williams/Kevin Hunter Mixtape under their Questionmark Entertainment venture, with a parody of Dru Hill's “In My Bed” called “In Your Bed”—then performing under the stage name, Ceelo. He kept the name until Ceelo Green from Goodie Mob emerged, thus the rebirth as ChasBronxson. He placed 1st in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest for R&B in 1999, and winning a Publishing Contract from EMI, further proving he was on a progressive track with his talent. On a humanitarian level, he's most dedicated to raising awareness in music and its history among the youth, such as in highlighting organizations like The Living Legends Foundation to raise funds for artists who are no longer recording music and facing hard times financially. More on moundrecords.com and chasbronxson.com. Stay connected via https://twitter.com/ (@ChasBronxson) instagram.com/mounrecords/

In this episode of the Microsoft Innovative Expert: Spotlight Series Podcast, we welcome MIEExpert Toney Jackson from New Jersey to discuss how he uses Hip Hop to motivate and engage his 4th-grade students Follow our PodcastiTunes: http://www.teachercast.net/MIEAudio (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIEAudio) YouTube: http://www.teachercast.net/MIEVideo (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIEVideo) Show Notes: http://www.teachercast.net/MIESpotlight (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIESpotlight) The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) Follow our HostJeff Bradbury | http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) About our GuestsToney Jackson, a New Jersey native, is currently a 4th grade teacher at Nellie K. Parker Elementary School located in Hackensack, NJ. In 2015, he was honored as the district's ‘Teacher of the Year'. He began performing spoken word poetry while studying at Rutgers University. He went on to become a fixture in the local arts scene, and was recognized by the Academy of American Poets. Author and illustrator of multiple children's books, Toney Jackson also writes and records music. He has performed on the Vans Warped Tour, released two CDs, and was a winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Currently, he brings in passion for the arts into the classroom, engaging students with Hip Hop and poetry. Recently, Toney Jackson was featured in a nationally broadcast Microsoft Windows 10 commercial for his use of poetry, illustration, and technology in his classroom. Connect with Toney TodayTwitter: https://twitter.com/herhymeswithme (@HeRhymesWithMe) Join our PLNAre you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/educational-podcasting-today/id972444781?mt=2 (commenting on iTunes) today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. Let's Work TogetherHost: Jeff Bradbury http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) | http://twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) Email: info@teachercast.net Voice Mail: http://www.teachercast.net/voicemail (http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemail) YouTube: http://www.teachercast.net/YouTube (http://www.TeacherCast.net/YouTube) iTunes: http://www.teachercast.net/iTunes (http://www.TeacherCast.net/iTunes) Check Out More TeacherCast ProgrammingTeacherCast Podcast (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp)) TeacherCast App Spotlight (http://www.teachercast.net/appspotlight (http://www.teachercast.net/appspotlight)) Educational Podcasting Today (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today/ (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today)) The https://www.teachercast.net/tep (TechEducator Podcast) (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com/ (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com)) Ask The Tech Coach (http://www.askthetechcoach.com/ (http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com)) View LIVE Professional Development from TeacherCastJoin us LIVE every Tuesday at [8:00] PM EST: http://www.teachercast.tv/ (http://www.TeacherCast.tv) Need a Presenter?Jeff Bradbury http://www.teachercast.net/twitter ((@TeacherCast)) is available as a http://jeffreybradbury.com/ (Keynote Speaker, Presenter), or to Broadcast your conference LIVE!

Winner of MTV's Chicago Breakout Artist of the Year, local singer-songwriter Andrew Belle has been awarded a John Lennon Songwriting Contest trophy, released critically-acclaimed albums, has more than 100 film and televisions licenses to date (including Grey's Anatomy, One Tree Hill, Pretty Little Liars), and garnered a worldwide fanbase --  all without signing to a major label. A fascinating combination of artist and entrepreneur, Belle's highly anticipated third album Dive Deep is slated to drop in Fall 2017. We talked to Andrew about his workflow processes, jumping between left and right sides of the brain, telling the truth, how to get started in low-stakes environments, and much more.