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The Author Events Series presents Erin Riley | The Mighty WMMR In Conversation with John DeBella In the early 1980s, the scrappy radio station 93.3 WMMR was on the verge of a major takeover of the Philadelphia airwaves. Erin Riley, who had her finger on the pulse of new artists like Bon Jovi, whose music would define a generation, was hired as the station's Music Director in 1983. The Mighty WMMR is Riley's affectionate and nostalgic oral history of the station's early years, especially its 1980s heyday, covering everything from the pioneering influence of The Marconi Experiment and the success of The Morning Zoo to how WMMR broke artists like Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, and local favorites The Hooters onto the national scene. Featuring anecdotes and memories by beloved on-air personalities including John DeBella, Pierre Robert, and Michael Tearson, Riley chronicles the memorable songs and musicians; concerts, contests, and clubs; and the live broadcasts that marked the height of an unforgettable era in Philadelphia radio. Riley breezily captures the station's impact on listeners, which made WMMR a perfect storm of the times, the culture, and the counterculture. The Mighty WMMR is a captivating look back at Philadelphia's rock history and the station that shaped a city and a generation. Erin Riley built a 40-year career in the music business, programming hit songs for major-market stations including KROQ-FM Los Angeles and WMMR-FM Philadelphia. She led the Philadelphia GRAMMY Chapter and founded Rock & Roll After School, where kids wrote and performed original songs. Riley is the author of A Dark Force: 20 Years with a Covert Narcissist. She lives in Philadelphia and serves as Music Supervisor for the hit series The Recording Artist. Accomplished radio personality and producer with nearly 48 years of experience in broadcasting, entertainment, and radio innovation, John DeBella was a Pioneer of the Morning Zoo format and instrumental in shaping the New Rock/Alternative radio format. Recognized nationally for delivering top-rated radio programming, fostering community engagement, and leading philanthropic initiatives. He is an inductee into the National Radio Hall of Fame. Because you love Author Events, please make a donation when you register for this event to ensure that this series continues to inspire Philadelphians. Books will be available for purchase at the library on event night! All tickets are non-refundable. (recorded 9/15/2026)
Over the past 25 years, more and more original scores for stage musicals have been written by recording artists turned first time composers.From Sir Elton John and Dolly Parton to Hadestown and Spring Awakening, find out which Mickey-Jo thinks are the best (and worst) popstar penned original scores...check out Mickey-Jo's weekly substack newsletter:www.mickeyjotheatre.substack.com•00:00 | introduction04:12 | yet to make an impact11:21 | some of the worst?19:43 | the better ones28:40 | some of the best37:44 | the very best score?About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 95,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Take a listen back to an inspiring conversation on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast – “Where We Talk To Inspire” as host Lin. Woods sits down with recording artist, musician, and filmmaker Mike The Chaplain on this popular episode.Mike shares his powerful journey in music and entertainment, including getting his music placed in films, the challenges and triumphs of being a single father raising three daughters, and the resurgence of his hit song and video “Home.” He also talks about his upcoming music, discovering your “why” and how purpose can fuel your journey. Plus, hear the fascinating story behind the name Mike The Chaplain!This rewind episode is a reminder that your journey, your purpose, and your “why” can inspire others along the way.Listen, Follow, Subscribe and Download FREE! Don't miss this inspiring conversation!#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #MikeTheChaplain #GospelMusic #Faith #Inspiration #MusicIndustryFollow Lin. Woods on Social Media:X: @LinwoodsInstagram & TikTok: @linwoods96Instagram: @Lin_Woods_Inspired_MediaFacebook & LinkedIn: @Lin. Woods Inspired Media
Hey Streetwalkers. This is a throwback episode with guest Joe Bouchard. Joe appeared on the show on 12.28.20. It was such a compelling & fun episode, l decided it needed to be re-visited! Enjoy this throwback episode, tell a friend, and thanks for listening! Joe BouchardTake a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know legendary rock star Joe Bouchard. Joe is the founding bass player for the band Blue Oyster Cult. In this episode we chat about how he got involved with those guys, and we discuss some of their most popular hits during his 17 years in the band. Then we talk about his other project; Blue Coupe, with rock stars from other bands….. sort of a Super Group. Finally, we discuss his newest solo album: Strange Legends. During this wonderful chat we talk about all kinds of musicians & friends of his from KISS to Metallica, and more. Plus…. Joe lets me play a song off the new album!Follow Joe on social media:Twit: @JoeRockStarInsta: @AstronomyJoeBFB: Joe BouchardWebsite: JoeBouchard.com
Saul Williams is many things. A poet, a musician, an actor, and a writer, embodying multiple forms of art in his existence. He's the preacher in the Oscar-winning 2025 film, Sinners. He's the conceiver of several books, including his latest title, Songs My Mother Taught Me: Why the Artist Must Take Sides. And now, after seven long years, Williams is back with a new album called Leap Year, in which he uses his voice in more ways than one. He sings and speaks his contemplative words, often relying on his vocal samples to enrich the production. But in our studio, his solo performance is thoughtful yet subdued, putting his lyricism front and center. Hear those words, and a few others, as Williams shares his inner world with host, John Schaefer. - Sırma MunyarSetlist: 1.Friends That I Ain't Met Yet 2.Vengeful Spirit 3.Robot Slave(Photo of Saul Williams by Sam Lee) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The Jay Franze Show: Your backstage pass to the entertainment industry
Cincinnati is full of rooms where a band can level up fast, but only if you know where to look. We talk with hard rock artist Mark Frye from Asayda about the Cincinnati live music scene as a real map of neighborhoods, venues, and crowds, and why the city feels like a “big small town” for musicians. From Bogarts to Annie's Music Center to Ludlow Garage and Riverbend, we compare what each space rewards, what it costs to be close to the stage, and what makes a show feel electric when the band is still on the rise. We also get into the less glamorous truth behind every solid band: people. Mark breaks down how Aseda came together after multiple projects, why “good hang” matters as much as chops, and how lineup changes happen when life, family, careers, and health collide with rehearsal schedules. If you've ever wondered why some groups sound great but still fall apart, this part hits home with practical, real-world honesty. Then we go deep on the craft and the gear. Mark shares how Asayda is building a new album with a DIY studio approach, how drum tracking can work with an e-kit and triggered sounds, and why flexibility can be a blessing and a curse when you can always tweak “one more” part. We talk guitars, stage visibility, and the modern debate over modelers and “real” instruments, plus what's next including the Swine City Brewing show on September 4 and the band's release strategy for Spotify and beyond. If you like Cincinnati rock stories, recording process talk, and behind-the-scenes band building, hit follow, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
ENCORE: Liz Callaway is a force of nature. Just listen to her accomplishments. She's a Tony nominee and an Emmy award winning actress, singer and recording artist. She made her Broadway debut in Stephen Sondheim's “Merrily We Roll Along”. She went on to star in “Baby” for which she earned a Tony nomination, “The Three Musketeers”, “Sunday In The Park With George”, “Evita”, “Miss Saigon” and “Cats”. She sang the Academy Award nominated song “Journey To The Past” from the animated film Anastasia. She was in the two “Aladdin” sequels, “The Swan Princess” and “Beauty And The Beast”. She's performed concerts all around the world, and with her sister, Ann Hampton Callaway. And her latest album - her 9th - is “The Wizard And I: Liz Callaway Sings Stephen Schwartz”. My featured song is “My Baby”. Spotify link. —----------------------------------------------------------- The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries! Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Testimonials Click here for Reflections Click here for Special Collections Click here for Legends Click here to Subscribe Clickhere to receive our Email Updates Click here to Rate and Review the podcast —---------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH LIZ:www.lizcallaway.com —---------------------------------------- ROBERT'S NEWEST RELEASE:“THE BUZZ” - Short, sweet and totally different CLICK HERE FOR OFFICIAL VIDEO CLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS —-------------------------------------- Audio production: Jimmy RavenscroftKymera FilmsConnect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comFollow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.com
A debut single is never just a song. It's ten years of drafts, late-night voice memos, and learning how to trust your own taste long enough to hit release.We sit down with Tennessee pop rock recording artist Ivy Leighton to unpack the real work behind her first official drop, “Good Girl,” out September 1st, 2026. Ivy shares the moment she got serious about songwriting at 14, the mix of influences that shaped her sound (Taylor Swift, Coldplay, Paramore, Wet Leg, Radiohead), and why she keeps coming back to angry, dramatic lyrics even when she tries to write something happy. She also gets specific about craft: starting with guitar or piano chords, finding lyrics through “gibberish” melodies, pulling one-liners from her Notes app, and turning a root feeling into a fictional story that still hits hard.Then we go deep on music production and recording. Ivy walks us through capturing ideas on iPhone Voice Memos, tracking with a full band at a studio in Dunlap, Tennessee, and building vocal harmonies by experimenting in GarageBand on her phone before stepping up to the mic. We also talk mixing with nine-time Grammy winner Bob Bullock and what it feels like to hear your music come back with real punch for the first time.After the livestream, we share a major update: Jay Franze officially steps in to manage Ivy, setting the stage for bigger shows, smarter career moves, and a long release runway. Listen, follow Ivy's journey, and if “Good Girl” hits you, share it, subscribe, and leave a review so more people can find the music.Episode LinksIvey Leighton: https://iveyleighton.com/Bob Bullock: https://jayfranze.com/episode28/Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
This week Andrew talks with kids music superstar Laurie Berkner. Laurie's songs have been streamed over 1.7 billion times and People magazine called her “the queen of kids' music”. In this conversation, Laurie shares a behind-the-scenes look at her extraordinary journey — from her early days juggling late-night cover band gigs and kids birthday parties to ultimately performing at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, & the White House. Laurie opens up about her creative process, how she built her music career from the ground up, & the raw emotions of connecting generations through music. This episode will inspire you to follow your passions, try new things, & do whatever it takes to break through.** Follow Andrew **Instagram: @AndrewMoses123X: @andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletterDISCLAIMER: This podcast is solely for educational & entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional.
A heavy song doesn't start as a finished riff and a perfect hook. It starts as a feeling, a voice memo, a half-built demo, and a band willing to tear it down and rebuild it until it finally hits. We sit down with Ohio rock band Archer's Gate for a deep, practical talk about collaboration, vocal harmonies, and the real behind-the-scenes work that turns an idea into a release you can blast in the car.We get specific about their songwriting process, from who brings the first spark to how they pressure-test arrangements in pre-production with scratch tracks, pads, and evolving structures. The band also breaks down their studio workflow with Sonic Lounge Studios and engineer-producer Joe Viers, including why producer coaching changes vocal performances, how Pro Tools sessions move back and forth, and why recording clean stems for re-amping keeps tones flexible without losing personality. If you love gear talk, you'll hear how they think about guitar roles, drum impact, and bass tone shaping with clean plus dirt blending.Then we go straight into the heart of the music. Emily shares the story behind “Metamorphosis,” using the butterfly lifecycle as a metaphor for life transformation and the hard seasons that come before growth. The band also unpacks “Suffocate,” weaving anxiety, pressure, and breathwork-inspired vocal textures into a track that feels as tense as the message. We wrap with what's next: album plans, marketing support, building the right team, and what they actually want from management.Subscribe for more artist interviews, share this with a musician friend, and leave a review if you want more deep dives like this. What part of the band's process do you want to hear more about next?Episode LinksArchers Gate: https://www.archersgateband.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
Welcome back to our Summer series! This week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community! Anna has a few quick Queer News headlines to share then join Anna for an exclusive interview with USA today woman of the year and award winning recording artist Lachi. Lachi is so much more than a visionary. She is the vision. In addition to her work in the music industry, Lachi is an author, champion of disability cultures, and a media personality. She has spoken on national and international stages advocating for new ways to converse about stigmas surrounding disabilities. Lachi is also the co-founder of R.A.M.P.D. aka Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities. RAMPD "works to make the highest levels of the music industry more disability inclusive." Lachi talks with Anna about her loss of sight, overcoming adversity and how she's breaking down stigmas in her own way. They also discuss her singles Life on Hard and The Bag as well as the journey to virality and a grammy nomination. Her new book I Identify As Blind is out now so get your copy today! Lachi lives by the mantra: "Always be truest to the part of yourself that society wants you to be most ashamed of. Because once you can accept that part of yourself — despite what anyone else thinks, does or says — that's how you win at life." Follow Lachi @lachimusic Want to support this podcast?
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A great heavy band does two jobs at once: it punches you in the chest with sound, then pulls you closer with truth. Jay Franze sits down with Ohio recording artist Matthew Fritsch, vocalist for Life After This, to talk about the moments that shaped his approach to modern metal and hard rock, starting with the impact of Papa Roach. We get into what “stage energy” really means, how crowds become one unit, and why the most powerful lyrics are often the most direct ones.Matthew breaks down his songwriting process as a vocalist who doesn't play instruments, building songs collaboratively from a riff-first foundation and then writing melody and lyrics after the music reveals its mood. We also talk about why he pushes for variety across the catalog, keeping every track on the same street but not in the same house, and how vulnerability in vocal performance can be just as heavy as screaming.Then we go behind the curtain: building a real music community through presale ticket hustle, hanging with fans after sets, and even renting a school bus party ride to bring supporters to a show. On the production side, Matthew shares what it's like recording at Sonic Lounge with engineer Joe Viers, trusting creative ideas, and dialing in a mix with feedback that serves the song. Subscribe for more interviews, share this with a friend who loves heavy music, and leave a review with the one band that taught you to be braver.Episode LinksLife After This: https://lifeafterthis.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
July 26th marked the 36th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. As we've talked about many times on this podcast, the ADA was no doubt, a major milestone for accessibility and the inclusion of disabled people in social, economic, and civic life. But there is still so much work to do, including in the music industry, where the inaccessibility of performance venues and award ceremonies like the Grammys, and the undervaluing of disabled music professionals continue to invisibilize disability culture.In this throwback from season five, Qudsiya sat down with Precious Perez, a classically trained Pop R&B and Latin vocalist, song writer, and multi instrumentalist, about her involvement with Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities, an organization co-founded by past Down to the Struts guest, Lachi. RAMPD is a professional consultancy group and networking platform that amplifies disability culture and inclusion within the music industry. When Qudsiya spoke to Precious, RAMPD was a brand new organization that has since exploded onto the music scene—making incredible strides to bring accessibility to the Grammys, create new opportunities for disabled music professionals, and reshape how we think about the business of music.-Let us know what you think with a comment or review!Visit our website for transcripts.Subscribe to Qudsiya's Substack, Getting Down To ItSupport the team behind the podcast with a donation
We Sit Down With Captain Ronny To Talk About His Career As A Bush Pilot In Alaska To Reaching The Highest Level As A Commercial Airline Captain We Talk About Captain Ronny Becoming A Bush Pilot In Alaska Delivering Goods In Dangerous Areas With Grizzly Bears In Remote Areas To Rising To The Premiere Job Earning His Commercial Airline Captain Stripes Captain Ronny Will Be Starting A New Podcast The Captain's Chronologicals A Huge Thank You To Captain Ronny For Taking The Time Thank You To Barry Rogers Of Wayne P R For Arranging This Great Interview
Welcome to Season 6 of the RnB-Live Podcast — and we're coming in HOT!
Torina Gedler is a musician who is also known as DEĀ EX MACHINĀ, which means "Goddess from the machine" in Latin. With their lush synth-pop sound, DEĀ EX MACHINĀ promotes harmony and inclusion in society through authentic Disability representation in music. DEĀ EX MACHINĀ advocates for the arts, LGBTQIA+ rights and Environmental and Disability Justice. Their debut EP, APO/THECARY, comes out on July 29, 2026. During this episode, DEĀ EX MACHINĀ discusses: Their work as a musician before and after being disabled by a brain injury Why it's important to have disability representation in music The main themes of their debut EP How joining RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities) influenced their work as a musician Their EP release party on July 29 in Des Moines, Iowa Learn more about DEĀ EX MACHINĀ at www.DeaExMachina.music and listen to their music on Subvert, Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. Learn more about Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities (RAMPD) at RAMPD.org. Listen to other Beyond 6 Seconds episodes with neurodivergent musicians: Adin Boyer (episode 227): https://www.beyond6seconds.net/227 Kaishawna (episode 187): https://www.beyond6seconds.net/187 Support or sponsor this podcast: BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds Watch the video of this interview on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=IldZ1PQYP4E Read the episode transcript: carolynkiel.com/podcast/dea-ex-machina Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player: pod.link/1336740192 Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes: mailchi.mp/f9f6e8356138/insider *Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.*
The Jay Franze Show: Your backstage pass to the entertainment industry
You can hear it in Trey Calloway's voice: the grind is still there, but something has shifted. The work feels more focused, the circle is tighter, and the next steps look a lot more like a real Nashville plan than a hopeful guess. Jay Franze sits down with Trey to talk through the behind-the-scenes moves that actually change a country artist's trajectory: signing with manager Jerry Hines, learning how to lead with confidence, and building a team that believes in you when you are tempted to doubt yourself.We dig into the advice Trey is getting from Jerry and Craig Morgan, especially the part most artists struggle with: stop selling yourself so hard and start trusting what you do well. Trey shares how he used to turn rejection inward, how that mindset can poison your momentum, and why positivity matters when you are the “CEO” of your own career. If you care about artist development, music industry mentorship, and the mental health side of chasing big goals, this conversation gets specific fast.Then we go deep on the practical craft: working with producer Phil O'Donnell, recording at Soundstage Studios on Music Row, and why collaboration with great players can elevate a record without losing the heart of the song. Trey also breaks down a huge weekend as Craig Morgan's special guest, what the tour bus life taught him, and how a single onstage introduction can translate into real social media growth.We close with big news about Broken Compass and the broader mission of building careers the right way, plus plenty of road stories along the way. Subscribe for more conversations like this, share it with a friend who loves country music, and leave a review that tells us what part hit you the hardest.Episode LinksTrey Calloway: https://treycallowaymusic.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
Dr. Chelsey Green is a No. 1 Billboard-charting recording artist, internationally acclaimed violinist, educator, and cultural leader. She serves as Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Recording Academy®, making history as the first Black woman and youngest person ever elected to lead the organization's governing body. An Associate Professor at Berklee College of Music, she also serves on the boards of the Latin Recording Academy®, the GRAMMY Museum®, and MusiCares®. Through her artistry, leadership, and advocacy, Dr. Green is helping shape the future of music, creator rights, and the global music industry.In this episode, Dr. Chelsey Green shares her journey to leading the Recording Academy and discusses AI, artist advocacy, and how independent musicians can build sustainable careers.Key TakeawaysLearn how AI is changing the music industry and discover practical ways to protect your music, ownership, and artistic integrity.Get an inside look at the Recording Academy and MusiCares to understand how these organizations support creators and advocate for artists worldwide.Discover why mentorship, community, and live performance remain the biggest competitive advantages for independent artists building sustainable careers.---→ Learn more about Dr. Chelsey Green and her work at: https://www.chelseygreen.com/.Book an Artist Breakthrough Session with the Modern Musician team: https://apply.modernmusician.me/podcast
This week, acclaimed gospel recording artist and worship leader Cody Holley shares the powerful backstory behind his moving single, "God Loves the Broken," and why its message of hope, healing, and restoration is resonating with listeners around the world. He also talks about his appreciation for timeless gospel classics and how those songs continue to influence worship today.Plus, he talks protecting your peace, whether its blocking out negative news or people.Don't miss this uplifting conversation filled with inspiration, testimony, and music that encourages the soul.
Welcome to Season 6 of the RnB-Live Podcast — and we're coming in HOT!
A band that adopts a highway, cleans it with fans, then goes straight back to building a tightly synced live show is the kind of story we can't stop talking about. I'm joined by Rex Larkman, drummer for Tropidelic, for a conversation that moves from Cleveland pride to the real mechanics of modern touring, with plenty of laughs and hard-earned lessons in between. We get into the Cleveland music scene and how a “Lake Erie ocean” mindset can fuel a band whose sound blends reggae rock, funk, hip-hop, and high-energy drumming. Rex breaks down the drummers who shaped him, from Neil Peart and Trey Cool to Joey Jordison and Carter Beauford, and explains how he approaches recording versus performing so the parts serve the song but the stage still hits like a rush. Then we go deep on the gear and the why behind it: click track philosophy, backing tracks used as layered support rather than shortcuts, and Rex's practical Roland SPD-SX setup with count-offs and a kill switch for the nights when tech fights back. We also talk tour life, Warped Tour chaos, rain-soaked shows, and the surreal feeling of playing Red Rocks, plus the “basement of Red Rocks” vibe at The Caverns. We wrap with Tropidelic's new album First Light, DIY music video production, and a shout-out to the unsung heroes behind every great show. If you like artist interviews, touring stories, drumming talk, and behind-the-scenes music production, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review. What's the best live venue you've ever been to?Episode LinksTropidelic: https://tropidelic.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
Welcome to Season 6 of the RnB-Live Podcast — and we're coming in HOT!
Part 4 of our 5 part series on the D Magazine feature, that listed the Top 25 most influential DFW recording artists over the last 25 years.
Today on DORiS @whosdoris we sit down with PJ DiCaprio @pjdicaprio to celebrate his upcoming fourth EP, She's Just Not That Into You out everywhere this Summer on NewWrldMedia @newwrldmediaproductions PJ is a Recording Artist, Filmmaker, Graphic Designer, and so much more whose talents have taken him from Bowie Sate University to ESPN to now Yahoo Sports. We had an awesome conversation about his journey from being adopted and growing up homeschooled in Prince George's County to finding his creative voice in college and sharing it with the world through NewWrldMedia.
Welcome back to Geeks Speak Louder Than Nerds! Nick and Mike Welcome guest Oksana to talk about her album 'Evergreen.' Bringing you an insightful interview, we talk to her about her career as a musician and what lies on the horizon for her! We then close out the show by "Geekin' Out' about some TV and movies!Follow Oksana on Instagram @_oksana142 and you can find her album on Apple and Spotify or wherever you get your music!Plus, we'd love to hear from you, our fantastic listeners! Feel free to email us at GeeksSpeakLouder@gmail.com with your thoughts, questions, and suggestions.For more updates and engaging discussions, connect with us on Blue Sky at GeeksSpeakLouder.BSKY.social, Twitter @GeeksSpeakLoud and on Facebook at Geeks Speak Louder than Nerds. And, if you want to follow us individually for exciting content, Nick can be found on Blue Sky, X, Threads, and Letterbox as '@jagged2319,' while Mike shares his content on Instagram, Threads, Blue Sky, Letterboxd and Serialzd under '@mlhilty2452.' Don't miss out on the latest Avatar, Marvel, Star Trek, and Star Wars insights, references and Easter eggs. Subscribe, share, and join our geeky community on Geeks Speak Louder Than Nerds!Special thanks to Kristofer Twadell for providing our awesome theme music! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The Jay Franze Show: Your backstage pass to the entertainment industry
One email, a few MIDI files, and a shared obsession with atmosphere can turn into a finished single that sounds huge. We sit down with Ohio singer-songwriter Kate Stanton to talk about “Rise,” a track inspired by the Greek idea of mania, the kind of love that looks a lot like limerence and fixation. Kate walks us through how the song came together, from early synth sketches to deep vocal layering, and why making music that feels immersive sometimes matters more than showing off flashy parts.A big thread running through our chat is remote collaboration done right. Kate and her German collaborator Tomas build songs through email, Google Translate, Dropbox, and a tight back-and-forth that keeps ideas moving without endless meetings. We dig into real home studio details: piano-first chord progressions, topline melodies, sending stems and MIDI, arranging in Cubase, and how programmed drums and bass can still feel alive when the goal is modern dream pop and atmospheric music. Kate also shares how journaling becomes lyrics, and how the toughest edits happen when a line that reads well simply will not sing.We also zoom out to the bigger creative mission: a concept album exploring love in eight forms, from friendship to self-love, not just romance. Along the way we talk covers, perfectionism, protecting audio quality, the challenge of playing live with an overseas producer, and why albums, artwork, and physical media like CDs and vinyl still deliver an experience streaming cannot replace. If you care about songwriting craft, indie music production, and building a real artistic body of work, this conversation is for you.Subscribe for more artist interviews, share this with a friend who makes music, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. What kind of love song do you wish more artists would write?Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
#25-#21 from D Magazine's list of the Top 25 most influential recording artists in Dallas over the last 25 years. A fantastic article from D Magazine featured KT and Skin on the panel.
This season kicks off with a major vibe shift as Mr. Avehre and the team return with powerful conversations, live music energy, and a huge announcement in collaboration with HYPE MAGAZINE.We have in the building a very soulful singer K N D H L from Las Vegas. Who is KNDHL? He talks about his new EP and what inspired his making this EP. Whats next for him in 2026.
Episode 501 - Michael Jones Pete's Percussion Podcast New York-based Percussionist, Recording Artist, Researcher and Educator Michael Jones stops by to talk about his current teaching job at Bard College (NY) and his work throughout the school (04:40), how his graduate studies at UC-San Diego influenced his solo CD projects (17:30), his philosophical research on ontology and percussion instrument ideology and modernity, and questions about what “total percussion” means today (30:30), growing up in Connecticut, his progressive metal music background, high school band, and his involvement in the Live Action Role-Playing community (58:25), his undergrad years at the Hartt School of Music (CT) and studying under Ben Toth and many of the other faculty there (01:12:45), more about his graduate work at UCSD, studying under Steven Schick, and many of his UCSD student colleagues (01:25:35), and settles in for the Random Ass Questions, including segments on the impact of YouTube on young musicians, discussions of mental health, metal music, great books, and the San Diego Superbloom (01:39:40).Finishing with a Rave on the 2026 documentary Earth, Wind & Fire (02:08:20).Michael Jones Links:Michael Jones' websiteMichael Jones' Bard College pageMichael Jones' DiscographyPrevious Podcast Guests mentioned:Steven Schick from 2025Rebecca Lloyd-Jones from 2022Nicholas Papador from 2024Other Links:Eric Cha-BeachJason TreutingNicholas DeyoePluto BellScott WollschlegerSun RaThurman Barker“Psappha” - Iannis XenakisThe Percussionist's Art - Steven SchickAmy CiminiUnsound Supplies - Fanny Gribenski (editor)Anthropocene PeriodWriting the Implosion - Joseph DumitBetween the Buried and MeProtest the HeroScale the SummitPeripheryFred HingerBen TothJoe GaleotaJohn AmiraShane ShanahanTed PiltzeckerRogerio BoccatoFrom Me Flows What You Call Time - Toru TakemitsuPercussion Group CincinnatiHerbert BrünBill Solomon“Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Blackbird” - Lukas FossWilliam Winant“Bone Alphabet” - Brian Ferneyhough“Persephassa” - Iannis XenakisZen and the Art of Archery - Eugene HerrigelFiona DigneyPrincess Mononoke trailerStar Wars: The Last Jedi trailerRakesfall - Vajra ChandrasekeraSwann's Way - Marcel Proust (Lydia Davis translation)MeshuggahSan Diego SuperbloomNardelli'sZetsu No. 8 - Nishida JunRaves:Earth, Wind & Fire documentary trailer
Today I'm chatting with California-based electronic pop artist, producer, songwriter, and longtime figure within the online remix culture - Lukesavant. For more than 25 years, he has created unofficial Madonna remixes and reinterpretations while also cultivating one of the internet's most enduring underground Madonna remix communities through Remixers United, a fan-driven platform and social network that has connected remixers and music fans worldwide for over 13 years. But now, he's releasing his own debut album, "Last Night Wasn't Love "- a new collection of original songs developed as a cohesive late-night narrative inspired by his years living in San Francisco. Lukesavant's music blends atmospheric electronic production with emotionally-based songwriting, exploring themes of nightlife, longing, connection, and emotional distance based on his years living as a young gay man in San Francisco. He's released the first single, “Let You Go,” today. The track introduces the album's moody, nocturnal atmosphere and sets the tone for the album's narrative arc. And since he's my go-to expert on all things Madonna, he shares his thoughts on the queen of pop's upcoming new album, "Confessions II." Lukesavant's new album, "Last Night Wasn't Love", is scheduled for release July 17. Click here to pre-save on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/last-night-wasnt-love/6780536440
Today I'm chatting with California-based electronic pop artist, producer, songwriter, and longtime figure within the online remix culture - Lukesavant. For more than 25 years, he has created unofficial Madonna remixes and reinterpretations while also cultivating one of the internet's most enduring underground Madonna remix communities through Remixers United, a fan-driven platform and social network that has connected remixers and music fans worldwide for over 13 years. But now, he's releasing his own debut album, "Last Night Wasn't Love "- a new collection of original songs developed as a cohesive late-night narrative inspired by his years living in San Francisco. Lukesavant's music blends atmospheric electronic production with emotionally-based songwriting, exploring themes of nightlife, longing, connection, and emotional distance based on his years living as a young gay man in San Francisco. He's released the first single, “Let You Go,” today. The track introduces the album's moody, nocturnal atmosphere and sets the tone for the album's narrative arc. And since he's my go-to expert on all things Madonna, he shares his thoughts on the queen of pop's upcoming new album, "Confessions II." Lukesavant's new album, "Last Night Wasn't Love", is scheduled for release July 17. Click here to pre-save on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/last-night-wasnt-love/6780536440
This season kicks off with a major vibe shift as Mr. Avehre and the team return with powerful conversations, live music energy, and a huge announcement in collaboration with HYPE MAGAZINE.The Team got a Pleasant surprise and found out The #1 HipHop Podcast in Las Vegas The 5th Element Podcast decided to TAKE OVER the episode. Watch and see who wins this battle, over HipHop or RnB is the Culture...
On today's Episode we have the CEO and founder of the Nonprofit organization called Manifest Academy. Robert talks about his journey, why he loves what he do. The ups & downs and how much he truly love the kids. You can find Robert Lacy at:@manifest.academy
You can feel it when a band isn't just playing songs, they're building a world. Johnny from The Dreamboats joins us to explain how a modern rock and roll revival band takes 1950s and 1960s oldies covers and turns them into a full-throttle live performance people cannot stop filming. We talk about the real difference between touring Canada versus the United States, from endless drives between small markets to packed schedules across dense regions, and what it means to uproot your life and land in the California desert near Palm Springs to chase bigger stages.Johnny breaks down why the Dream Boats chose this sound in the first place, and it is more personal than “retro for retro's sake.” Childhood movies, AM oldies radio, and a shared songbook led to a set that felt natural, then the band layered on choreography, comedy, and jaw-dropping stage moments. We get into why performance matters for ticket sales, how audiences remember feelings more than setlists, and how legendary rocker Ronnie Hawkins validated their approach as real entertainment, not background music.Then we go behind the curtain on music business strategy: a lean team, no manager, the grind of visas and finances, and a surprisingly unrock-and-roll 43-page business plan. Johnny shares their social media marketing workflow, what they post daily, and where they still want to improve at converting a live crowd into long-term fans with better calls to action and tools like QR codes. If you care about live music, band branding, and how to grow an audience without losing the fun, hit play, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave us a review.Episode LinksThe Dreamboats: https://www.thedreamboatsband.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
Three hours. That's the kind of clock Nashville can put on a recording session, and it forces you to learn fast or get left behind. We sit down with country music recording artist Stephen Quinn to unpack what it really felt like to walk into a Nashville studio for the first time to cut “Get It Girl” with seasoned session musicians and a producer who actually cared about getting it right. If you've ever wondered how professionals can hear a song once, chart it, and deliver a finished track at speed, this conversation puts you in the room.We also dig into the role that rarely gets enough credit: the vocal coach. Stephen explains why he brings Velvet, his longtime coach and co-writer, into high-stakes sessions, how she balances technical corrections with creative choices, and why having the right ears in the room can make your vocals stronger and the entire recording process smoother. From work tapes recorded on iPhone voice memos to “living with the lyrics” before committing to production, we get specific about songwriting habits that help independent artists finish better songs.Then the story opens up. Stephen walks us through his American Idol journey, from pre-dawn cattle-call auditions to Hollywood Week at the Dolby Theater, including the nerves, the friendships, and the performance moments that stick. We talk about his patriotic song “Stand Up,” what “country” means as a way of life, and why audiences stand up when the message hits. Finally, he shares what it's like to sing the national anthem at a Jacksonville Jaguars playoff game, why he keeps it traditional, and how local relationships helped land a Country Fest slot opening for Ashley Cook.If you enjoy honest artist conversations about Nashville recording, country songwriting, music video production, American Idol, and performing live, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
This episode of the podcast with Brigitte Donoho was such a fantastic, fun, friendly conversation! Turns out we had a lot of the same experiences and tastes in life, and it was so fun to reminisce with Brigitte as she shared about her motherhood and her career in music.Brigitte is an award winning Songwriter, Recording Artist, Wife, Mom and Worship Leader.For the past 13 years, Brigitte has traveled with her family for ministry at worship events, youth rallies, ladies' retreats, conventions, television specials, and festivals. She currently lives in Michigan with her husband (her high school sweetheart) and homeschools their two teenage sons.Connect with Brigitte:Visit Brigitte's WebsiteFollow her on Facebook or InstagramFind Brigitte on YouTube____________________Want to be a guest on The Motherhood Experience? Send Val Kleppen a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1758742098661627c9cc46f40
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Liz Callaway is a force of nature. Just listen to her accomplishments. She's a Tony and Grammy nominee and an Emmy award winning actress, singer and recording artist. She made her Broadway debut in Stephen Sondheim's “Merrily We Roll Along”. She went on to star in “Baby” for which she earned a Tony nomination, “The Three Musketeers”, “Sunday In The Park With George”, “Evita”, “Miss Saigon” and “Cats”. She sang the Academy Award nominated song “Journey To The Past” from the animated film Anastasia. She was in the two “Aladdin” sequels, “The Swan Princess” and “Beauty And The Beast”. She's performed concerts all around the world, and with her sister, Ann Hampton Callaway. And her latest album - her 9th - is “The Wizard And I: Liz Callaway Sings Stephen Schwartz”. My featured song is “My Baby”. Spotify link. —----------------------------------------------------------- The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries! Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Testimonials Click here for Reflections Click here for Special Collections Click here for Legends Click here to Subscribe Click here to receive our Email Updates Click here to Rate and Review the podcast —---------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH LIZ:www.lizcallaway.com —---------------------------------------- ROBERT'S NEWEST RELEASE:“THE BUZZ” - Short, sweet and totally different CLICK HERE FOR OFFICIAL VIDEO CLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS —-------------------------------------- Audio production: Jimmy RavenscroftKymera FilmsConnect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comFollow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.com
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A leaky heart valve. A brand-new piece of medical tech called a Harmony valve. And a country singer who's back on Broadway faster than most of us would return to the gym. We're joined by Tennessee recording artist Stephanie Rabus, and she tells the full story, from being born with a serious heart murmur and having open-heart surgery at 11 to facing pulmonary regurgitation decades later and choosing a transcatheter pulmonic valve replacement instead of another long recovery.From there, we zoom out to the working-musician reality in Nashville. Stephanie breaks down what it's like to gig on Broadway when there are no sick days and your income depends heavily on a tip jar that can swing wildly from night to night. We talk about fear, pacing yourself after surgery, and the mental toughness it takes to keep chasing a dream when the industry loves to tell you you're “too old” or “too late.”We also get deep into the craft behind her new single “I Told Me So” (out May 15): the co-writing room, the emotion that comes from lived experience, and how a simple work tape can turn into a finished master with the right producer and world-class session players. Plus, we dig into vocal health and vocal production, including when pitch tools help, when they hurt, and what vocal therapy taught her about breathing, hydration, and staying consistent for the long haul.If you care about country music, Nashville songwriting, Broadway gigs, vocal health, or what “making it” really means today, you'll get a lot out of this one. Subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.Episode LinksStephanie Rabus: https://stephanierabus.net/Scotty Simpson: https://jayfranze.com/episode3/Stephanie Rabus: https://jayfranze.com/episode149/Kieran Robertson: https://jayfranze.com/episode209/Karen Waldrup: https://jayfranze.com/episode213/Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
Taylor Dayne brings her good to our 250th episode. She's a Grammy-nominated, American Music Award-winning vocal powerhouse who has conquered the Top 20 on the Billboard Top 100 chart 17 times landing 7 times in the Top 10.Taylor's unbelievable career ascent has taken her from sold-out rock concerts to starring on Broadway in Aida to the semi-finals of the Masked Singer. In 2022, an unexpected diagnosis of colon cancer did little to slow her down and made her an advocate for promoting early detection and regular cancer screenings. We talk with Taylor about what drives her, how she chooses her songs (or if they choose her), and exactly what was that whole thing with Tig Notaro even about. This is a reunion of sorts as World Gone Good host, Steve, originally met Taylor at a mutual friend's last-minute cocktail hour in Santa Barbara. Funny how things work out, ain't it? Get ready to 'Tell It To My Heart' with the amazing Taylor Dayne here with us to celebrate episode #250! __________________ June 13 and July 12 - grab your seat to SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://www.citizenticket.com/events/etcetera-theatre/slideshow-in-color/ Pre-Order CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Steven+J+Silverman%22?Ntk=Publisher&Ns.
Brent & Johnny welcome Billy Jam Records recording artist, Alex Miller, to the Challenge, where they craft 5-6 different conceptual angles to writing a song titled, "B.C.". He's the real country deal, releasing duets with Tracy Byrd and Emily Ann Roberts. Alex just got nominated for an ACM for his new project, "More Country Than You", which is out now. Connect With Alex Miller Here: Facebook: @AMillerMusic Instagram: @AMillerMusic YouTube: @AlexMillerCountry TikTok: @AMillerMusic Spotify: Alex Miller Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One great co-write can change a career, but only if you understand what actually happened in the room. We sit down with Louisiana country music recording artist Karen Waldrop to get specific about the songwriting process behind “Me Again,” including what it was like writing with hit writer Danny Wells, how the melody and structure came together, and why the best collaborators know when to lead and when to get out of the way. If you're a songwriter, an indie artist, or just a listener who loves the story behind the song, this conversation is packed with real craft, not mythology.From songwriting we move into the studio, where Karen shares what she learned working with producer Garth Fundis and what it takes to track a record in iconic Nashville spaces like Sound Emporium, Soundstage, and BMG Studio A. We also talk about making music that holds up in 2026 listening environments, including Dolby Atmos mixing for immersive audio and why she's pushing for the best possible sound. Karen breaks down a bold independent artist strategy too: touring songs before releasing the full project, using real-time audience reaction to guide what comes next.The emotional center is her new release “Keeping the Faith,” a hopeful country song rooted in belief, prayer, and the decision to keep moving even when life hits hard. Karen opens up about going through divorce while finishing a positive record she calls “No Way Back,” why honesty with fans matters, and how her community showed up through a Mother's Day video built from fan-submitted photos and stories. We also zoom out to the bigger legacy she cares about most: her long-term charity work supporting Haiti through homes, clean water, and music-driven fundraising.Subscribe for more artist interviews, share this with a friend who loves country music storytelling, and leave a review if you want more conversations like this. What helps you keep the faith when the plan falls apart?Episode LinksKaren Waldrup: https://karenwaldrup.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeEverywhere: @jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/Shout OutsHigh Mountain Breezes Music: https://highmountainbreezesmusic.com/VR Knives: https://www.facebook.com/VRKnives
Broadway looks like a dream from the sidewalk, but the reality is closer to a high-speed stress test. We sit down with Nashville performer and “View From Nashville” creator Jay Bragg to get honest about what's happening on Lower Broadway right now, why tourism shifts are rattling working players, and how new entertainment districts could stretch an already thin scene even further. Jay breaks down why Broadway can be an elite boot camp for stagecraft while still becoming a trap that quietly rewires artists into tip-driven cover machines.We also zoom out to the country music industry and the future of Music Row. Labels don't break stars the way they used to, TikTok and social media momentum act like prerequisites, and signing a deal can feel less like validation and more like taking on a bank loan with strings attached. Jay shares why independence can be the smarter path when you know your definition of success, keep overhead low, and build skills that let you steer your own career instead of handing the wheel to someone else.Then we tackle the hard topic: AI music. From Suno-assisted “work tapes” to producers replacing session parts, we talk about what gets disrupted, what still counts as ethical tool use, and why trust with fans is so fragile. Jay also explains how getting knocked off a long-running Broadway gig pushed him to create New Vaudeville, a modern reboot of a family lineage that AI can't replicate.Subscribe for more conversations like this, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review if it helps you see Nashville and the music business differently. What part of today's industry feels most broken to you right now?Episode LinksJay Bragg: https://www.jaybragg.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jayfranzeX: https://x.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/
In this segment of All Things Indie, Adam Torres and co-host Steven David Brooks interview Rochelle Von, Recording Artist, Producer & DJ. Rochelle shares her journey as an independent artist, discusses adapting to digital platforms, and explains how she blends creativity, entrepreneurship, and music to build a lasting career. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Maryland-based Freelancing Percussionist, Recording Artist, Composer, Author and Admissions Counselor Jenna Duranko stops by to talk about her career, her seminary studies, playing in senior-living spaces, and her recent album Mosaic (04:20), growing up in Frederick (MD), her early musical background in choir, piano and French horn, and her time in the girl scouts (24:00), attending Radford University (VA) for undergrad, recent podcast guest Meridythe Witt, becoming a percussion major and starting from scratch, and majoring in Music Business (34:20), her 7 years working in radio, creating a career through solo marimba performance, how the pandemic changed her career and called her towards ministry, and her current composition project (53:40), and settles in for the Random Ass Questions, including segments on why musicians always need to be paid, Tervis Tumblers, the band B*Witched, The Pittsburgh Steelers, library work, Macado's Restaurant, and the Artemis II (01:12:40).Finishing with a Rave on Pete's experiences with the 2026 Missouri Day of Percussion and co-leading the Mass Steel Band (01:38:15).Jenna Duranko links:Jenna Duranko's Facebook pageJenna Duranko's Instagram pageMosaic - Jenna DurankoPrevious Podcast Guests Mentioned:Meridythe Witt in 2026Jeff Calissi in 2017Megan Arns in 2017Emily Lemmermann in 2019Brian Zator in 2017Connor Viets in 2024Other Links:Robert SanderlLancaster Theological SeminaryPreaching and Music - Catherine Williams“Michi” - Keiko Abe“Wind in the Bamboo Grove” - Keiko AbeTaubmann Museum of ArtNational Ovarian Cancer CoalitionRizpahB*WitchedTervis TumblersThe Legend of Bagger Vance trailerGone with the Wind trailerThe Giver - Lois LowryBen Roethlisberger highlightsAaron Rodgers highlightsMike TomlinMacado'sHighlander PizzaRaves:2026 Missouri Day of Percussion
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She's 14, she's already cutting records in Nashville, and she's learning the music business in real time. We sit down with country recording artist Josie Sal to talk about the jump from “posting covers” to building a true career with a team, a release plan, and the kind of relationships that open doors fast.We get into how she connected with producer Brandon Hood, what it's like walking into a serious studio session with elite Nashville musicians, and why recording full-song takes helps her keep the emotion of a live performance. Josie also shares how she's dialing in her sound, leaning into a classic country and classic rock blend while still staying aware of pop trends. If you're searching for Nashville recording insights, artist development lessons, or how producers shape a young artist's confidence, this conversation delivers practical detail without the fluff.The most powerful thread is what happens offstage: her parents and siblings functioning like a small business team, the reality of online school under constant time pressure, and a vocal health scare with nodules that forced her to cancel shows and get serious about technique. We also talk about staying humble around big names, being present with fans, and how networking really works, including her dad's bold approach to handing out business cards in the wild.Josie closes with what's next: new music, bigger touring goals, songwriter festivals, and plans around CMA Fest. If you like real behind-the-scenes country music stories with equal parts drive, nerves, and laughter, hit play, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.Episode LinksJosie Sal: https://josiesal.com/Charlie Judge: https://jayfranze.com/episode29/Presley Tenant: https://jayfranze.com/episode50/Josie Sal: https://jayfranze.com/episode100/Send us Fan MailSupport the showLinksJay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/JFS Countdowns/Playlists: https://jayfranze.com/playlists/ContactContact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranzeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jayfranzeX: https://x.com/jayfranzeYouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranzeServicesServices: https://jayfranze.com/services/BooksBooks: https://jayfranze.com/books/MerchandiseMerchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/SupportSupport: https://jayfranze.com/support/Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/
We're so thrilled to introduce y'all to Janice Gaines today! She will be your immediate BFF. Janice is a gospel music recording artist, worship leader, Bible teacher, and featured speaker on TBN's Better Together program. Go follow her on Instagram @janicegaines and check out her website www.janicegaines.com for links to her music and encouraging teaching! Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering you on as you wield your sword.@sisterswithswords@heyhollyknight@janiejoburkett
The entertainment attorney behind J. Balvin, Juanes, Los Tigres del Norte, Carla Morrison and Snow the Product shares how she forewent a performing career of her own to advocate for others, what she's learned about protecting artists' rights, and the necessity of studying and understanding the entire entertainment industry. Follow Marjorie on Instagram @pajareezy. If you liked this episode, listen to Why Doris Anahí Brings a 'Heart of Service' to Her Art and How Melania Luisa Marte Became a Word Weaver. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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