Journey of an Artist

Music and mental health are deeply intertwined. In this episode, Eric Rosener and Chelsea Corbin of Dallas-based punk band Overshare sit down with Emmeline to talk about how mental health and music inform each other--both in composition and in band dynamics. They discuss how they met, how Chelsea's percussion complements Eric's lyrics and melody, and how the vulnerable nature of their music helps them connect more deeply with each other and with fans. Emmeline and Overshare also explore how unapologetic honesty can help build creative confidence--and chat about what's next for Overshare! To learn more about Overshare, or to follow their musical journey, follow them on Instagram or stream their music on Spotify. You can also check out their official website. For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

"There's at least one moment in each episode where I think, 'What on earth am I doing?'" As artists, we all have a vision of doing something unique, something eye-catching--something that's never been done before. Our crazy ideas and esoteric visions often persist through a gut feeling that somehow, some way, the insane thing that we're planning or imagining just might work. In this episode, Emmeline sits down with Austin-based musicians Kris Schultz and Charlie Richards to talk about their grant-winning video series, Songs in Places. In the series, Kris Schultz plays her beautiful, vulnerable songs acoustically in one take in public places. The duo shares the crazy idea that started the series, how the vision has progressed through the episodes, and which moments made for what they believe to be the most entertaining takes. They also talk about the challenges they face during shooting, the ways in which they encourage each other's music, and the funniest behind-the-scenes moments in each episode. To learn more about Kris Schultz and Charlie Richards, or to follow their musical journey, visit Kris's official website or Charlie's Instagram. You can also follow their official show Instagram or check out the official website for Songs in Places. For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

The thing that made you weird as a kid might also be the thing that ultimately makes you successful. That's what Grey DeLisle wants you to know. A ubiquitous voiceover actress, a respected comedienne, and an accomplished singer-songwriter, Grey is seemingly everywhere. She voices beloved characters like Daphne in Scooby Doo and Martin Prince on The Simpsons and has lent her skills to a plethora of animated series like The Fairly Oddparents, Rugrats, The Loud House, and Spongebob Squarepants. She hosts comedy specials for YouTube and Amazon Prime. She also just released a brand new record, Driftless Girl. In this episode, the incredibly prolific multi-passionate creative talks about her long career in the arts--from her childhood love of making up stories and telling jokes to the beautiful impact her many mentors have had on her life. Relationships are the core of creative success! She also offers practical advice for pursuing your passion--even if others think it's a little weird. To learn more about Grey DeLisle, or to follow her creative journey, visit her official website, follow her on Instagram, or check out her music on Spotify. For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

"I still have lots of goals." - Andrew Sherman Failure or redirection? Inside joke or opportunity? How can you reframe your creative experiences to ensure personal success? The life of a creative professional is full of bumps in the road, but in this episode, Emmeline sits down with photographer, videographer, and podcast host Andrew Sherman to talk about the value of persistence, redirection, and confidence in your artistic skill set. Andrew talks about how he went from being an actor in Los Angeles to a podcast host in Dallas. He also talks about how he transitioned into photography and videography, why he finds being behind the lens so fulfilling, and how an inside joke led him to start the Dallas Famous podcast that airs just after the Journey of series on Deep Ellum Radio! Andrew and Emmeline also talk about their mutual love for the Old 97s and share some podcasting war stories. To learn more about Andrew Sherman, or to follow his artistic journey, visit his official website, or follow him on Instagram. You can listen to his podcast, Dallas Famous, on Deep Ellum Radio or on Spotify. For sneak peeks at upcoming episodes, be sure to follow the show on Instagram! To hear Emmeline's interview on Andrew's show, click here. For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

"If you're not having a good time, what's the point?" SEO, social media presence, streaming numbers: these are all things in which musicians can become ensnared and with which musicians can become disenchanted if we let ourselves. In this episode, Emmeline sits down with Christían Thrailkill and Christian Nguyen of Dallas-based, optimistic rock band Low Key Colors to talk about how the band keeps joy alive as they increase engagement. Chris & Christian also discuss how the band formed, how it has evolved, and how they're planning a show on October 5th, 2024 at Three Links in Deep Ellum to honor their deceased bandmate, Nathan. To learn more about Low Key Colors, or to follow their musical journey, find them on YouTube or at their official website. For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

"Say yes before you're ready--then figure it out." - Joe Phillips How do you get ahead in the entertainment industry? How can you build a lasting, meaningful career as a creative? As a musician, how can you find a sound that's unique to YOU? In this episode, Emmeline sits down with touring artist, producer, pianist, and teacher Joe Phillips to answer these questions and more. Joe shares how he made the journey from touring band member to sound engineer. He also talks about developing the work ethic that led him to work on sounds for attractions at Universal Studios, the music for Barney & Friends, and sound design for films like Braveheart. Emmeline and Joe discuss how a musician's mentality can and should shift for live shows and studio work. Then, Joe gives a glimpse behind the curtain of his new studio at Campbell Crossing and invites singer-songwriters of all stripes to reach out for recording assistance! To learn more about Joe Phillips, to learn from him, or to follow his musical journey, visit him on Instagram or send him an email at joephillips1@me.com. For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

"We are all borne from love." - Janna Wilson We all know that creativity can be an essential processing tool in the toolbox for trauma survivors. But creation comes in all shapes and sizes! In this episode, founder of The Love Mic and multi-passionate creative Janna Wilson talks about how she has used her need for an outlet and accountability to build the community of artists that have now formed and supported three iterations of The Love Mic. Emmeline and Janna also talk about overcoming the discomfort of asking for money for your art, celebrating the accomplishments of other artists, why open mics are important for musicians, and how community can lift you up and carry you to your next creative level. To learn more about Janna and her creative ventures, find her on Instagram. To learn more about The Love Mic and how you can get involved as a performer or an audience member, follow The Love Mic on Instagram. For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.