Creatives Prevail
By Omelette Prevail
Creatives PrevailMay 19, 2022
It’s Ok to Evolve and Change (Chandra Lynn from Glow Marketing LLC)
From working in radio and publications to artist relations collaborating with musicians such as Trent Reznor and will.i.am, Chandra is a master of all trades. We also dive into why she decided to create her own company and the current state of brand partnerships.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy PR radio publications artist relations music industry
Shoot for the Stars (Annie Balliro from uniphi)
Annie Balliro is the President of the agency uniphi. In this interview we discuss how she went from working at Island Def Jam and Hard Rock International to going full time with her company representing music artists and astronauts. We also get into the debut of the Astronaut Rock Star Awards for National Astronaut Day.
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Links from episode:
https://people.com/music/astronaut-michael-lopez-alegria-pianist-blkbok-perform-duet-from-space/
https://www.cc.com/video/6wn8i5/the-colbert-report-garrett-reisman
https://pemachodronfoundation.org/product/comfortable-with-uncertainty-book/
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy National Astronaut Day Astronaut Rock Star Awards Space NASA Music Industry Music Business
The Day That Music Cares (Theresa Wolters from MusiCares)
We all need support, and we all should give support. In this special episode we chat with VP of Health and Human Services of MusiCares, Theresa Wolters. We discuss how the organization provides help to all members of the music industry as well as how you can get involved with The Day That Music Cares.
About MusiCares:
Reach out for help: MusiCaresRelief@musicares.org or 800.687.4227
https://www.musicares.org/get-help#
The Day That Music Cares site (for people to sign up)
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Musicares Music Industry Support Volunteer
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask (Heather Castillo from Big Noise Music Group)
Heather Castillo is the Senior Marketing Director for Big Noise Music Group (The Veronicas, The Wrecks, Girlfriends, Escape the Fate). We talk about how cold emailing and building relationships lead her to her current position and the opportunities that exist in marketing music today.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Alternative Music Record Label Marketing Strategy
The Perfect Moment Will Never Come (Nick Moore from Thriller Records)
No matter how unlikely your idea is, it’s always worth going for it. Nick Moore is the co-founder of Thriller Records. In this interview we talk about how his band Before their Eyes quickly charted on Billboard and toured nationally, and just a year later started his own record label. We also discuss how he created Thriller with Bob Becker, founder of Fearless Records, and deep dived into what it's like to be a label in the current music industry.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Thriller Records Record Label Music Industry Alternative Rock Alt Pop Punk Honey Revenge The Home Team
What You Love May Be Out Of Your Comfort Zone (Sophia Bavishi)
Live looping artist, songwriter, and producer Sophia Bavishi breaks down how she secures shows, creating visuals for her releases, and the future of TikTok.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Looping Artist Songwriter Producer TikTok Gigs
Lead with Kindness (Lilia Iza)
It’s not about who you know but the impressions you make. Music business and management consultant Lilia Iza discusses how she got into event production working on-site for Coachella, EDC, Formula 1, #iVoted Festival and many more. We also discuss why it’s important to reflect on switching professions during and after college.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Event Production Publishing
Being a Multi-Faceted Creator with Co-Host Emily Grieve
Does it help to be creative in multiple ways? Or are you spreading yourself too thin? Co-host Emily Grieve talks about how she integrated being a Twitch streamer with her band Turn Zero. We also discuss how to be a part of a community and overall tips to growing as a creator.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Co-Host: Emily Grieve
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Twitch Streamer Community Music Artist Band
“Necessity is the Mother of Invention” (Andy Griffin)
Transitioning between corporate roles and freelancing, or the reverse, can be daunting. In our interview with artist manager and consultant Andy Griffin, we explore how navigating career changes, moving from corporate positions to freelance work and back, has enabled Andy to collaborate with major label artists and globally acclaimed speakers.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Artist Management Record Label
Everyone has a Beginning (KWSS Interview)
It’s hard to get out of your comfort zone. So we thought it would be fun to share the first interview from our post production manager Moira on KWSS 93.9 FM back in 2018. Also featuring prior guests Dani Cutler and Emily Grieve, as well as your wonderful host Mike Zimmerlich. Shoutout to Moira for being a good sport we’re very proud of you!
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Radio Interview
Podcasting and the Music Industry (NAMM 2024)
In this riveting panel at the NAMM Show we discuss starting your own podcast and how to reach podcasters. Joined by entrepreneur, artist manager, author and fellow podcaster Emily White.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy NAMM Show Podcasting Music Industry
Make Your Own Opportunities (Adam Johnson)
If it doesn't exist, create your own. Adam Johnson, a musician, author, entrepreneur, and coach, discusses how going niche can help you seize more opportunities and how you can establish multiple companies around your passions.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Musician Cover The BAND System Music Industry Booking
Where Can You Make a Difference in Someone Else’s Life (David Key)
Artist manager and booking agent David Key discusses how he went from a talent buyer to tour managing the band Ded as well as managing the artist Anarbor. We also talk about the importance of trust between an artist and a manager.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Booking Artist Management Touring
Get Good at Figuring Things Out (Hayden Freeman from New Capital)
Do you prefer to be a follower or a leader? Hayden Freeman is from the indie-alt band New Capital. We discuss the differences between being a band member and having your own project as well as how to build relationships in the music industry.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Alternative Music Industry Band Member
Why You Should Listen to What Scene Mom Says (Dani Cutler)
We revisit radio DJ and digital marketing expert Dani Cutler on major life changes and why it’s important to take a step back to reflect. We also discuss her new endeavors including her podcast Scene Mom Says.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Podcast Social Media Digital Marketing Radio
Hopelessly in Love with Artists (Hopeless Records 30th Anniversary Interviews)
In this special episode recorded at Valley Relics Museum we chat with Hopeless Records’ General Manager Ian Harrison, VP Streaming & Promotions Josh Epple, and Community and PR Manager Brandy Robidoux. We discuss how they joined the label, their display that was unveiled at Valley Relics Museum, their non-profit Sub City which includes projects such as Songs That Saved My Life, and what it means to “hopelessly” serve artists for 30 years.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Hopeless Records 30th Anniversary Interviews Alternative Record Label
Write Down Your Ideas (Jon Ryan Sugimoto)
There’s so much you don’t know about your idea until you start writing it. Filmmaker Jon Ryan Sugimoto discusses how his passion for skateboarding led to becoming a video editor and director. We also dive into submitting to festivals and what it takes to develop a short film such as his latest project, Full Time.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Filmmaker Comedy Film Festival Short Film
You Are Good Enough (John Curtis-Sanchez)
Musician, producer, engineer, and manager John Curtis-Sanchez discusses why he went back to school after having years of experience as a musician and how that has propelled his career including developing a production company as well as why it’s important to take a break.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Education Production Musician
Have the Confidence to Learn Anything (Tanya Moushi)
Entrepreneur, author, and speaker Tanya Moushi talks about how she bootstrapped her own coffee shop and then sold it even though she received an offer to expand to seven locations. We also talk about her book, Love is the Business Plan, the importance of personal growth, and her encounters with marketing guru Seth Godin.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Love is the Business Plan Marketing Personal Growth
Reflecting on the Year and 2024 Goals
2023 was a massive year for the podcast, including a name change. We do a recap as well as upcoming plans. Have a wonderful and safe new year!
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy New Year Reflections Goals
Disney Attraction Concepts (Imagination Skyway)
Happy Holidays everyone! This was a fun episode that was done live at Walt Disney World for the Imagination Skyway podcast. We talked about ideas on potential future attractions in the parks that covered a wide variety from re-themed rides, thrills, and even a concert.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy WDW Walt Disney World Attractions
Is This Your Calling? (Ryan Scott from Slash Film)
Ryan Scott is a seasoned journalist and news desk writer for Slash Film. We explore interview and conference preparation, as well as how he landed freelance gigs from major outlets like Movieweb, Fangoria, and Inverse.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Journalism Freelance Gigs Slash Film
Don’t Get Yourself Wrapped Up in the Hate (Elle Sloan)
Country artist Elle Sloan breaks down preparing for gigs both solo and as a band as well as the differences between covers and original performances for paid opportunities.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Country Gig Performances Cover Band
Get Really Good At One Thing and Then Pursue Others (Marloma)
Are you taking advantage of all the tools available on Spotify and TikTok to promote releases? Pop Singer-songwriter Marloma discusses the different strategies between spreading out singles or distributing them in pairs. We also dive into developing content ideas for TikTok as a musician.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy TikTok Spotify Release Strategy Content Development
What Are You Thankful For?
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Thanksgiving
Promoting Yourself through Storytelling and Compassion (Jason Woodbury from Hello Merch)
How do you be authentically…well you? Jason Woodbury is the Creative Director of Hello Merch and WASTOIDS. In this interview we discuss how his passion and confidence in music resulted in landing a job as Director of Marketing for Zia Records, writing and podcasting for Aquarium Drunkard as well as writing for other publications such as Pitchfork, leading into his current role.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Hello Merch WASTOIDS Zia Records Pitchfork Aquarium Drunkard Podcasting Marketing
Be Strong Enough to Be Gentle (Alex Lacy)
Our next guest is hip-hop beat producer Alex Lacy. We discuss the challenges of modern beat production and the power of community. Alex also delves into the balance between self-taught skills and formal education, along with handling criticism on social media.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Hip Hop Beat Producer TikTok
The Tables Have Turned (Reverse Interview)
In this unique episode, post-production manager Moira takes the host seat and interviews Mike on being an entrepreneur and what he’s learned from running the Creatives Prevail podcast.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Podcasting Entrepreneurship
The Chemistry of Success (Beth Cochran from Piper Republic)
What are the benefits of being part of a mastermind group? Beth Cochran is the founder of SuccessLab and multimedia platform Piper Republic. In this interview we discuss how she formed a group think tank and nurtured it for close to 10 years. We also dive into how to get attention from media outlets and how to develop a podcast.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Mastermind Group Podcasting Sustainability
Starting a Film Career by Developing a Festival (Kweighbaye Kotee from Bushwick Film Festival)
There are infinite ways to get into an industry. Kweighbaye Kotee is the founder of the Bushwick Film Festival. We discuss submitting to festivals such as Bushwick, their non-profit initiatives, and the importance of diversification in the film industry.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Film Industry Festival
Putting on a Top Quality Performance (Ali from Ali A and The Agency)
Ali is the lead singer for Ali A and The Agency. We break down step-by-step how to be disciplined in your rehearsals, selecting shows, stage presence, and how to work with venues.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Music Industry Rock
You’re Not Supposed to Know Everything (Nicole Barsalona from Women in Music)
Nicole Barsalona is the President of Women in Music. We discuss how she developed a career in the music industry by working with legendary musician Steven Van Zandt and going on tour with Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band. In addition, we dive into how Nicole got involved with Women in Music and the organization’s impact on the industry.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Women In Music Bruce Springsteen Steven Van Zandt Music Industry
Why Physical Stores Matter (Zia Records)
We go on-site to Zia Records in Mesa, AZ for their annual Zia DayZ celebration. Guests include store manager Maddie, marketing & public relations manager Mary Papenhausen, and returning guest musician Daphne Greene. We talk about the joy and cultural importance of gathering at physical stores as well as how Zia has supported musicians over the years.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Zia Records Record Store Music Industry Video Games Films Collections
Tools That I Use
We go through all the equipment and software currently used to create the podcast, including our mobile rig for remote interviews. Special thanks to On-Stage, 512 Audio / Warm Audio, and Focusrite for all their support!
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Podcasting Gear
Always Go for the Impossible (Jay Litherland from TriiiPS)
How does the discipline of an Olympic Silver medalist swimmer intersect with the creativity of an artist? Jay Litherland is one of triplet brothers in the hip hop group TriiiPS and an accomplished athlete. In this interview we explore the importance of having short term and long term goals.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Hip Hop Olympics Athlete Discipline
Do Good. Be Happy. (Matt and Jaren from The Deadbeat Cousins)
How impactful are editorial playlists for musicians? Matt Shaker and Jaren Soelberg are from the Blues Rock band The Deadbeat Cousins. In this interview we discuss lessons learned from prior bands and how to effectively pitch playlists as their current band has over 85k monthly listeners on Spotify.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
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Tags: Creator Economy Playlisting Blues Rock
It’s Important to Have Fun (Recker)
Recker is an independent artist, drummer, producer, and Emmy Nominated actor. At just 13 years old he’s toured with The Used, Pennywise, The Wrecks, as well as done collaborations with Futuristic, Dropout Kings, Jason Devore from Authority Zero. In addition, he was one of the hosts on The Kids Tonight Show. In this interview we talk about how these collaborations happened and his experience on The Kids Tonight Show, as well as getting endorsement deals.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy The Tonight Show Drummer Endorsements
Why You Should Always Ask “What Can I Do To Help” (Dayna Ghiraldi from Big Picture Media)
In this interview we discuss Dayna’s incredible journey interning for companies like Island Records and Nettwerk Management leading to developing her own PR agency. Their roster is an impressive lineup which includes 311, Against the Current, Story of the Year, Sum 41, Thrice, the organization To Write Love on Her Arms, and many more. We also dive into how to make yourself stand out to publications and what the future holds for PR.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy PR Music Industry Press Relations
Why It’s Important to Try New Ideas (SEKI)
You’re braver than you think you are. SEKI is a Thai Shoegaze Indie-Pop artist. We discuss working with a team including co-writing with artists around the world. In addition we also talk about the importance of trying new ideas and how to handle both the successes and failures.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Thai Artist Music Industry Marketing Songwriter
Music of the Disney Renaissance (Imagination Skyway)
It was a new era for Disney animated films, and music was a key part in the success of so many incredible movies from The Little Mermaid to Tarzan. In this repost from the Imagination Skyway podcast we deep dive into the musical history of each film. This is part 1 to enjoy part 2 please head over to Imagination Skyway.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Disney Music
You Don’t Get Extra Credit by Doing it Alone (Chad Moses from To Write Love on Her Arms)
It’s crucial to openly discuss mental health. Chad Moses is the Director of Outreach and Experience for To Write Love on Her Arms (TWLOHA). We delve into Chad’s personal journey with the organization, starting as an intern and eventually being promoted to the Music and Events Coordinator. In addition, we discuss the importance of destigmatizing mental health issues and fostering a supportive community.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
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Tags: Creator Economy TWLOHA To Write Love on Her Arms Mental Health
Poor Life Choices (Chelsey Louise)
Is it better to have management or be self-managed? Chelsey Louise is the lead singer for the band Fairy Bones and head of Poor Life Choice Management. In this interview we deep dive into Chelsey’s incredible journey in the music industry from her multiple band projects to forming a management company.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
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Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Artist Management Label Representation
Never Have a Plan B (Joe Russo)
It can be challenging to ‘make it’ in Hollywood. Our next guest is screenwriter, producer, and director, Joe Russo. In this interview we discuss his part in developing ASU’s film program, getting his first job in Hollywood, leading into producing films such as Nightmare Cinema, The Greatest Beer Run Ever, and co-writing the Bruce Willis helmed Hard Kill. We also discuss how the podcast Post Mortem with legendary horror filmmaker and screenwriter Mick Garris was developed, as well as dive into our thoughts about the future of the film industry.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Film Industry Screenwriting Hollywood Producing
Put Two Things that Don’t Belong Together (Matthew Wang)
Matthew Wang’s composer credits include hit shows Yellowjackets, Ginny and Georgia, and shows from Hulu, NBC, HBO, and more. We discuss how he went straight from college into scoring for advertisements, leading into securing high profile projects. We also talk about his upcoming 150-track album designed to flow in shuffle mode and help people go to sleep.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Composition Composer Film Television Scoring
Don’t Listen to Anybody and Chase Your Dream (Dangerousbeauty)
Alt-Rock / Hip-Hop artist Dangerousbeauty discusses release strategies between single and EP drops as well as collabs and features on tracks. In addition we talk about creating TikTok and Instagram content.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
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Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator TikTok Instagram Release Strategy
Why Overthinking Can Be a Good Thing (Cupnoodle)
What drives someone to dedicate their life to music? Thai singer-songwriter Cupnoodle dives into discovering their passion for music leading to Spotify’s best Asian Indie artists of 2022 and selected for Spotify’s EQUAL campaign. We also discuss producing music videos and why it’s so important to have a great team.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda
Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Thai Singer Songwriter Spotify Indie Music Videos
Exploring AI and the Metaverse in Music (Aarash Darroodi from Fender)
As technology blurs the line between creator and audience, how can we strike a balance between artistic expression, intellectual property, and AI-generated content? In this special interview with Aarash Darroodi, General Counsel and Executive Vice President of Fender, and President of the Fender Play Foundation, we discuss the future of the metaverse as well as the impact of AI in the music industry. We delve into Aarash's pivotal decision to join Fender and his day-to-day responsibilities as General Counsel, leading to taking on the role of President of the Fender Play Foundation.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
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Host: Mike Zimmerlich
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Tags: Creator Economy Fender AI Metaverse Music Industry
Be a Good Hang (JAM NOW)
Relationships are everything. We chat with acoustic singer-songwriter JAM NOW about his encounters with Alice Cooper and Sammy Hagar as well as his experience recording at Jack Johnson’s recording studio. In addition we discuss how competitions can help artists grow and refine their craft and the effectiveness of fundraising.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
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Host: Mike Zimmerlich
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Tags: Creator Economy Alice Cooper Sammy Hagar Fundraising Competition Networking
How to Make the Most of Brand Partnerships: It’s Not About Free Product (NAMM 2023)
In this panel from The NAMM Show 2023, we discuss how to build meaningful partnerships as well as the importance of personal brand and why it matters when connecting with companies.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
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Host: Mike Zimmerlich
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Tags: Creator Economy NAMM Brand Partnerships
Pick Up Your Phone! (Evan and Greg from Penny Billionaires)
Our next guests are Evan Berg and Greg Jacks from the hard rock duo Penny Billionaires. Greg shares the story of joining the renowned band Superbus, uncovering the band's achievements including their Grammy win and their remarkable recognition at the MTV Awards. Greg opens up about the trials and tribulations of life on the road with Superbus. We also discuss the profound impact of the standstill that hit Superbus' 20th anniversary tour during the pandemic. Transitioning into their current project, we shift our focus to Penny Billionaires. Greg and Evan explain how this exciting collaboration came to be. We gain insights into the creative process behind Penny Billionaires and learn what sets this project apart from Greg's previous work with Superbus.
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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up
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Host: Mike Zimmerlich
Produced by: Omelette Prevail
Post-Production: EarthtoMoira
Tags: Creator Economy Superbus Touring Hard Rock