Music On Your Own Terms

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 22 - Latoya Cooper, The Songstress! After meeting at the CD Baby DIY musician conference in Austin recently and hearing how great her voice is, I just had to get Latoya on the podcast. Not only is her music eclectic stylistically, which is right up my alley, but she just happens to run Music Meets the Boardroom, an organization that provides training for musicians and other creatives, helping them gain skills to manage the business side of their music career....

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 22 - Mark Summerlin/Honeyjack In this episode I talk to Mark Summerlin from the amazing Arkansas based country/rock band Honeyjack. He shares his experiences growing up in a musical family, his time as Seal's musical director and touring with some of the Disney singers, along with balancing a music career with a successful real estate career and building both local communities simultaneously. Honeyjack on the web – http://www.honeyjackband.com/ Honeyjack on...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 21 - Cau Porta This episode I talk to Giovanni and Valentina (Guitarist and Social Media Promoter respectively) from the Italian jazz/world beat group Cau Porta. We discuss the challenges of writing music remotely, the importance of keeping art central to your focus, and ways to promote a niche in today's crowded landscape of art and music. You also get not one but two amazing tracks to listen to from the band! Cau Porta on the web -...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 20 - Bruce Vermett + 1 Year Anniversary Helping me celebrate 1 year, since the first episodes of the podcast were published, is my bud Bruce of Killbot Zero! After several years of trying to get him on some sort of podcast, I coerced him into a conversation about his history, his current projects and a couple of other subjects to boot. Killbot Zero on the web - https://killbotzero.bandcamp.com/ Killbot Zero on Facebook -...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 19 - Oriana Setz This time I talk to singer and Berklee graduate, Oriana Setz about her journey from growing up in Ecuador, moving to Boston to study music and finally settling in LA after graduating. Oriana Setz on the web - https://www.orianasetz.com/ Oriana Setz on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OrianaSetzMusic/ Oriana Setz on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/orianasetzmusic/ Music in this episode by Oriana Setz --- This episode is...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 18 - Nile Rivers In this episode I talk to Nile Rivers, a hip hop artist based just outside of LA about his background, music, acting, stand-up comedy and more. Nile Rivers on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NileRiversOfficial/ Nile River on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nilerivers_official/ Music in this episode by Nile Rivers --- This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Armadillo Print Company Specializing in screen printing, embroidery,...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 17 - Azalee Maslow This episode we talk social media strategies with Azalee Maslow, a social media marketing coach. Azalee shares her background with TuneGo, and setting up her own online training with Babble Boutique. We also discuss some of the problems many artists face today, and what they can do to get their name noticed more. Azalee Maslow on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AzaleeMaslowOfficial/ Azalee Maslow on Instagram -...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 16 - Brian Hilliker In this episode I talk to Brian Hilliker, a metal singer/songwriter that is not only using his music as an outlet for negative experiences, but also to try and reach people that are experiencing mental health issues and are at risk of suicide. Brian talks about his own struggles with depression and suicidal ideations, and how he was able to turn his life around with mindset and other's help. Music in this episode by Brian Hilliker Brian...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 15 - Jade Alex Photography This episode I talk to Jade Alex, a photographer from the Dallas/Fort Worth area that is finding success shooting bands and going on tour. We also talk about the local music scene and her experiences in her own bands. Music in this episode by Spite Jade Alex on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/xJadexAlex Jade Alex on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jadealexphoto/ --- Website -...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 14 - Waking Up From Work Joint Episode This episode I talk to Dave and Ryan from the Waking Up From Work podcast in a joint episode to talk introduce our podcasts and to talk about the role of hobbies on mental health. Music in this episode by Broadwing Waking Up From Work Podcast website - https://www.wakingupfromwork.com/ Waking Up From Work Podcast Facebook page - http://www.facebook.com/wakingupfromwork Dave on Instagram -...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 13 - Creatures & Chemicals 2 This episode we catch up with my band Creatures & Chemicals, as we talk about some of the issues surrounding getting the word out about shows and what we are doing to spread the word. Music in this episode by Creatures & Chemicals Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MusicOnYourOwnTerms/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/metaldoggie/

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 12 - Steve Haidaichuk of Mindset X This episode I talk to Steve Haidaichuk, a NH native musician that plays in the awesome prog band Mindset X, as well as performing acoustic covers under the name The Deviant. We discuss how the musical landscape has evolved since we were young to today, and how we as musicians can adapt to that change. Music in this episode by Mindset X Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook -...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 11 - Creatures & Chemicals Intro This episode is the start of a series with my own band Creatures & Chemicals, as we experiment with social media, merch and other promotional ideas to see what sticks and what doesn’t. We sit down in a random parking lot after practice and shoot the sh*t to get to know each other, which hopefully gives the series a good context for where we’re all coming from. Music in this episode by Creatures & Chemicals Website -...

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 10 - Alan Hill In this episode I talk to my best chum Alan Hill from way back in high school, who just happens to be a serial entrepreneur, property investor and international speaker and coach. We talk about mindset and a whole host of other subjects! Music in this episode by Euphoria Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MusicOnYourOwnTerms/

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 9 - Mika Tyyskä/Mr Fastfinger In this episode I talk to Mika Tyyskä, the creative mind behind Mr Fastfinger, JamTrack Central artist, and animator for Dream Theater's touring media among others. Music in this episode by Mika Tyyskä Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MusicOnYourOwnTerms/

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 8 - James Dand In this episode I talk to James Dand, an empowerment songwriter and mindset coach. Music in this episode by James Dand Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MusicOnYourOwnTerms/

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 7 - The Lights Out In this episode I talk to Rish of the Boston based band, The Lights Out Music in this episode by The Lights Out Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MusicOnYourOwnTerms/

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 6 - Bent Knee In this episode I talk to Chris and Jessica of the Boston based band, Bent Knee Music in this episode by Bent Knee Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MusicOnYourOwnTerms/

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 5 - Justin Corley, Skinny Armadillo In this episode I talk to Justin Corley, owner of The Skinny Armadillo Print Company Music in this episode by Sadie Vada Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MusicOnYourOwnTerms/

Music On Your Own Terms Episode 4 - Cruel Miracle In this episode I talk to the Boston based band Cruel Miracle. Music in this episode by Cruel Miracle Website - http://www.musiconyourownterms.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MusicOnYourOwnTerms/