Creatives Prevail

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. Follow Cupnoodle: TikTok Instagram   LinkTree Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram T...

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 indust...

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. Follow JAM NOW: Instagram   Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram...

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. Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Intro...

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 standst...

In this special episode live at The NAMM Show we spoke with Gabe Cowan, CEO of Audio Design Desk. He shares his remarkable journey in the film and music industry and sheds light on the innovative audio software his company has developed. We delve into the origins of Audio Design Desk, discovering its inception and how Gabe's vision has shaped it into a groundbreaking tool for audio professiona...

Are music videos still essential in today's music industry, or are they becoming an outdated relic of the past? We dive into Alternative Indie artist Skuff Micksun's journey as a musician and explore his approach in producing his own music videos and how they contribute to an artist's overall brand and success. With over 50k followers on TikTok, Skuff Micksun sheds light on how he has...

In this more unique episode my good friend and prior guest Steve Leavitt was hanging out at my AirBnb after running around at NAMM all day and we decided to record our conversation. We dive into our experiences at NAMM, the future of AI and the impact it has on creators, market saturation of independent music, and a lot more. Follow Steve Leavitt: Instagram (The Language of Creativity) Website Fol...

In this special episode live at The NAMM Show we have a chat with David Dorn, a seasoned studio musician, producer, and songwriter who has made a name for himself as one of the most in-demand session keyboard players in Nashville. David shares his insights on what it takes to be a successful studio musician and the importance of networking. We also delve into David's involvement with the Studi...

What is your ‘passion’ statement? Sean Giovanni is a highly skilled music producer, engineer, and studio owner. In this episode, we delve into his journey of how he got into music and when he realized he wanted to pursue a career in recording. Sean shares his experiences and insights on The Record Shop, a recording studio and media space that he owns, and how he got it started despite the many cha...

What if you decided to create a band from going viral on TikTok? That's exactly what happened between Kasey, CJ, and Kyle, members of the metalcore band Deadlands. In this interview, we dive into how the Deadlands band came about based on the concept of ‘one take’ videos. They share their insights on strategies for growing their TikTok and social media presence, with over 450k followers on Tik...

We catch up with Emily, the lead singer of the band Turn Zero. Emily shares her experiences on being in a band post-pandemic and their recent performance for the "When We Were Young" festival charity event. We'll also delve into Emily's journey as a Twitch streamer, discussing the importance of creating a safe space for followers and achieving growth on the platform. Additionally...

In this inspiring conversation with Alternative artist Sorry X, we explore their journey of finding their sound and the pivotal role that gaming has played in shaping their brand. We'll dive into their Spotify success, with over 70k monthly listeners and their top song garnering over 2.5 million streams, and learn about the strategies they used to achieve this growth. Plus, we'll uncover t...

In this special episode, recorded live at Labelcoin house during SXSW, we sit down with Jeremy Wagner. Jeremy shares his journey managing his brother's career as an artist and how he navigated conflicts with family members. We also dive into Jeremy's foray into the marketing world, specifically social media, after his brother was signed to a label from a famous YouTube artist. The conversa...

Running a successful career in the entertainment industry requires the skills and mindset of a business owner. Stephen Pell, co-founder of ICONAC, understands this well. With his expertise in accounting and bookkeeping, he helps entertainers manage their finances and build prosperous careers. In this interview, Stephen shares his unique journey from being a musician to becoming a successful accoun...

What community is the best fit for you? In this interview, Cali Rodi, an Alternative Indie-Pop artist, shares her insights on music communities across various cities such as LA, Nashville, and Phoenix. Along with discussing the differences between these communities, we delve into the advantages of recording cover songs and implementing TikTok strategies. Additionally, the conversation explores the...

How does one navigate multiple roles in the music industry while maintaining meaningful relationships and achieving success in each role? Joe Barham is CEO and co-founder of HIFI Labs, a creative incubator and artist mentorship collective. In this interview we explore Joe’s extensive career, starting with what brought him into broadcasting and how they navigated multiple roles in radio. We also de...

After a long time thinking about this we decided to reflect on where we want the podcast to go in the future and are changing the name of the show! In this episode we discuss why we're planning on changing the name, our ultimate vision, as well as other plans in the works. Thank you all so much for listening and can't wait to roll out these new changes. Please let us know what you think!

How do you cut through the noise? Nathalie Miranda is a pop artist and singer songwriter. In this interview we discuss balancing performance, writing, and developing content. We also dive into the current state of livestreaming and how to handle criticism from music fans as well as from the industry. Instagram TikTok Website Presented by Bandzoogle Bandzoogle is an all-in-one platform that makes i...

Hope everyone is having a wonderful holiday! Enjoy this episode where we discuss all the music at Disney's Hollywood Studios from the area loops to the restaurants on the Imagineer Podcast . Presented by Bandzoogle Bandzoogle is an all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a stunning website for artists. Bandzoogle is also offering to all our listeners 15% off the first year of any subscript...

Dan Hughley is the Senior Marketing Manager for Focusrite. We discuss how he shifted careers to audio and music in his early 30s leading into production and marketing. In addition we get into what makes a good partnership between brands and content creators. Instagram   Facebook Website Presented by Bandzoogle Bandzoogle is an all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a stunning website...

How do you get in the door in the music industry? Ali McCloud is the VP of Live Music Partnerships for the music discovery and ticketing platform DICE. In this interview we discuss how she got into the live ticketing space and progressed to her current role. We also talk about the importance of music discovery, as well as the current landscape of live-streaming now that live events have returned....

What is pop music marketing? We brought returning guest Brandon from American Standards and newcomer Cody aka The God Samaritan to discuss how pop artists promote themselves and how those strategies can be used in other genres. Presented by Bandzoogle Bandzoogle is an all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a stunning website for artists. Bandzoogle is also offering to all our listeners 15...

Hope everyone is having a wonderful Thanksgiving. As a time to reflect on what we're grateful for want to thank all of you for listening! Presented by Bandzoogle Bandzoogle is an all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a stunning website for artists. Bandzoogle is also offering to all our listeners 15% off the first year of any subscription. Just enter the promo code “8020show”. Follow 80/...

Promoting a new release is more complex now than ever. Our next guest is Claire Thompson, marketing manager for Fearless Records. In this interview we discuss her journey within the record label from joining the street team to progressing up to her current role. We also chat about her day to day activities, strategy, and the current marketing landscape for artists. Fearless Records: TikTok Instagr...