Real Musicians Don't Starve

Alan Litten is a Mixing Engineer who has had six #1 hits, and many Top 10's. He has worked with artists including Aretha Franklin, Michael McDonald, and many others. Alan has built his career by focusing on building a highly regarded reputation in niche markets within the music industry. Here's a sneak peek inside this episode: [3:20][6:55][13:00][16:15][19:20][19:45][25:30][30:20][35:40][43:00] [46:20][50:50] [54:20]

Christian Cullen is a keyboardist / composer who spent 5 years as a member of rock legends Night Ranger. Other artists he has played with include Vince Neil (Motley Crue), Kevin Cronin (REO Speedwagon), Bobby Kimble (Toto), Rick Nielsen & Robin Zander (Cheap Trick), Tommy Shaw (Styx), and many other rock legends. After leaving Night Ranger, Christian has had tremendous success as a composer for TV and Radio spots for companies including Disney, NFL, Fox, Ford, and Google. Here's a sneak...

Brian Davis' songs have been recorded by artists including, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, Jarrod Niemann, Tyler Farr, Gretchen Wilson, and many others. He wrote Brantley Gilbert's #1 hit "One Hell of an Amen."

Björgvin Benediktsson is an engineer, mixer, educator and best selling author. His book, “You Get What You Give,” is a simple story for finding success in the music business. He is also a wealth of information when it comes to recording and mixing. The quality of content that he shares with his audience on a daily basis through Audio-Issues is unparalleled. Here’s a sneak peek inside this episode: You Get What You Give” To learn more about Björgvin, go to: https://www.audio-issues.com/

Brian Carico has been a fixture in the music industry for over two decades. He's worked with artists including Blake Shelton, Sir Paul McCarney, Aerosmith, Brad Paisley, and many more... He's also an inductee into the Full Sail Hall of Fame! The wealth of insight and career advice he brings to this interview is second to none.

Today's guest, Johnny Rabb is the drummer for multi-platinum rock band Collective Soul. Throughout his career, he's also played with artists including Maynard Ferguson, SheDaisy, Tanya Tucker, Mindy McCready, and many more! He's also an educator, and was voted #1 Best Educational Author by Modern Drummer Magazine's Reader's Poll.

Bassist Derek Frank has traveled the world with a “who’s-who” of A-list artists and bands including Gwen Stefani, Shania Twain, Air Supply, Daniel Powter, and many others. In this episode he shares what it takes for musicians to travel down the road to success.

Guitarist Tariqh Akoni has managed to pack an impressive and diverse array of experiences in his 25 years in the music industry. A perpetual student of the art, Tariqh has been a composer, producer, songwriter, studio musician, educator, musical director, multi-instrumentalist and clinician. He has amassed an extensive and eclectic resume, including: Josh Groban, Jennifer Lopez, Whitney Houston, Christina Aguilera, The Backstreet Boys, LeAnn Rimes, Lee Ann Womack, Stevie Wonder and super...

Keyboardist Kevin Antunes is truly the Music Director to the industry's premier artists. Currently the MD for Madonna, he has also worked with Justin Timberlake, N'Sync, Rihanna, Brittany Spears, and so many more. He is also the Music Designer for Michael Jackson's One and The Immortal World Tour Cirque de Soleil shows.

#1 Hit Songwriter Chris Wallin’s songs have been recorded by Garth Brooks, Kenny Chesney, Toby Keith, Montgomery Gentry, and many others. In this episode, he shares stories and strategies that every songwriter needs to know to build their own music career.

Multi-instrumentalist / Songwriter / Producer Martin Sutton has worked with artists including Celine Dion, The Backstreet Boys, Leanne Rimes, X Factor & Idol Winners and was a signed writer with Universal Music Publishing. He runs the Songwriting Academy, whose faculty have collectively sold over 3/4 of a billion records! In this episode he shares his perspective as a life-long songwriter, and how his life's work is helping other songwriters both understand the industry, and streamline...

In this episode, multi-platinum songwriter Andrea Stolpe shares strategies and advice on how every songwriter can grow their network of established co-writers. Andrea has been a staff writer for EMI and Universal Music, and her book Popular Lyric Writing: 10 Steps to Effective Storytelling, is a staple text for the songwriting programs at Berklee College of Music, Belmont University and USC's Thornton School of Music.

Wes Quave has built a music career spanning decades as both a performer and a songwriter/producer. As someone who splits his time between the stage and the studio, he's found a way to build successful businesses around his various skillsets. In this episode, he shares his secret to building a large network, and how to authentically connect with others in a way that leaves a lasting impression.

Guitarist / Songwriter / Composer NOMAD has spent the majority of his career working with GRAMMY award winning producers and artists including Rodney Jerkins, David Foster, Walter A., Tommy Simms, Bernie Herms, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, Justin Beiber, Colbie Caillat, Babyface, Josh Groban, Stevie Wonder and Sting. Also very active in the Sync community, he has composed music for over 300 TV Shows, Films and Commercials. In this episode, NOMAD shares what it takes to be a career...

After selling over 25 million albums, guitarist Adam Gaynor shares how he went from answering phones to forming Matchbox 20 at 30 years old. Not one to rest on that incredible success, Adam has since moved to Hollywood and opened an entertainment company called Creationville! Through this new venture, he's already shot reality sizzle reels, animation shorts, and has even started manufacturing a plush toy line. He is a shining example of how much one can achieve when they implement the...

Hear how artist/songwriter Kris Bradley dramatically scaled her business by learning some simple production techniques. After spending years in Los Angeles, fronting bands, as well as pursuing her own artist career, Kris realized that she needed to learn the production side of music as well. After investing in a laptop and Logic, then spending countless hours learning how to produce her own demos, she has become an in-demand producer. Along with working with other artists, she's also...

Every serious musician is an entrepreneur. We are simply doing one of two things: Creating a Product (the song or album), or Providing a Service. If you want to make a living as a musician, you have to generate an income from it, and that means that treating this like a business. There is one essential mindset every successful entrepreneur has: Instead of saying, “I don’t have,” they ask the question, “How can I?”

When it comes to 'landing the gig,' one friend is worth of a hundred acquaintances. In this episode you're going to meet guitarist Matt Reviere whose credits include Carrie Underwood, The Band Perry, Scotty McCreery, and more. He shares why his secret to having consistent success as a musician, is BEING consistent AS a musician. He also shares why developing real relationships are what will ultimately get you the gig.

In this episode you're going to meet Michelle Sabolchick, and learn the steps she took to become one of the premier live sound mixers in the world. With a career as a professional live sound engineer for nearly 30 years, Michelle as worked with some of the most recognizable names in music including: Styx, Gwen Stefani, Goo Goo Dolls, Melissa Etheridge, Indigo Girls, Mr. Big, Big Time Rush, Ke$ha, Jewel, Adam Lambert, and more. In 2013 she co-founded soundgirls.org to create a supportive...

After having played drums on over 25 #1 Hit Singles, Rich Redmond offers his advice on what it takes to succeed as a musician. You're going to hear how Rich took the rejection after 3 auditions and spun it into a career as an award-winning recording and touring drummer who has recorded, toured, and/or performed with: Jason Aldean, Ludacris, Kelly Clarkson, Bryan Adams, Bob Seger, Joe Perry, and Garth Brooks. If you choose the right thing to be passionate about, it allows you to work...