Creatives Prevail

How do you avoid getting ‘con crud’ or battle off ‘NAMMthrax’? What are essentials to bring while spending hours on the floor, sitting in panels, or having meetings? In this repost from the Imagineer Podcast we talk about our experience at D23 Expo. There’s a ton of info that can apply to any conference like SXSW, NAMM, etc. Imagineer Podcast Instagram   Presented by Bandzoogle Bandzoogle is...

In celebration of Election Day, this is a preview of interviews Mike did on the #iVoted Podcast featuring artists from the upcoming #iVoted Festival. Listen to all the interviews and more on the #iVoted Podcast . Check out #iVoted Festival . Instagram Facebook Presented by Bandzoogle Bandzoogle is an all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a stunning website for artists. Bandzoogle is also...

Had the honor to be a guest on the 59x Records podcast! In the episode “we spoke about the start of the label, entrepreneurship, and where we see the future of label/artist relationships heading in such a crazy world.” Check out the 59x Records 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 offerin...

In this artist advisement session we had a chat with Paul Balazs, who’s been in many projects including the group The Psychedelephants. We discuss release strategy, event planning, and finding ‘outside of the box’ opportunities. Instagram   Check out his new graphic novel ‘Hazel’ Website Presented by Bandzoogle Bandzoogle is an all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a stunning websit...

Starting a record label is a labor of love. Peter is the founder of record label 59x Records. We discuss how to get signed to a label, the challenges of representation, and the importance of mental health. Instagram   Facebook Website 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...

Kevin has been with CD Baby for over 16 years and is currently Senior Vice President of Engagement and Education. He is also the host of the DIY Musician Podcast. In this interview we discuss how he got involved with CD Baby, progressing within the company, and how the podcast saved his career. We also discuss how he got involved with the band Smalltown Poets leading to a single that charted, and...

In this artist advisement session with the band Joan of Arkansas we discuss how to get bigger shows, release strategy, and finding resources in your own backyard. 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 co...

Developing events and representation can be extremely stressful. Jordan has a long history of managing artists such as Amanda Palmer and curating events such as the Graphic Festival at the Sydney Opera House. We deep dive into creating meaningful relationships with others in the music industry as well as the right attitude to have while working with artists and producing events. Website Presented...

Gigs are much more than just getting paid. Performer and singer-songwriter Amelia McLean, who’s been classically trained on the piano since she was a child, performed in the top resorts in Arizona and then made it to the Top 40 on American Idol. In this interview we get into the importance of performing at open mics and connecting with your community. We also discuss her experience with competitio...

We continue our conversation about the importance of internships with Sammi and Skippy. 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 80/20 Records: Instagram TikTok LinkTree 8020records....

Is it worth getting an internship? In this two-part episode we invited prior interns from 80/20 Records to discuss their experiences, lessons learned, and how it impacted their careers. 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....

This is a recording of an artist advisement session with the band The Joeys. We discuss developing your brand, album release strategies, and securing shows. 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 “80...

Beyond humbled to celebrate the 2 year anniversary of The 80/20 Show podcast! We decided to reflect on the milestones of the podcast for the past year, what The 80/20 Show means to us, and our plans ahead. THANK YOU all so much for listening it means the world to us. Presented by Bandzoogle Bandzoogle is an all-in-one platform that makes it easy to build a stunning website for artists. Bandzoogle...

For all you Disney fans out there, I had the honor to co-host a segment called The Mouse and The Music on the Imagineer Podcast. This is the full two parter deep dive conversation we had on our favorite attractions in Disney parks including Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Disneyland, and California Adventure. Here's the description: Music at the Disney Parks is so iconic t...

Getting creative with partnerships has never been more essential. At any stage, you can start developing an authentic relationship with the people that create your favorite products and services. In this panel, a group of industry experts will reveal how you can integrate brands with your passion. Panelists include Mike Zimmerlich (80/20 Records), Gabe Kubanda, Emiko Carlin, and Justin Emord (Love...

HAPPY 100TH EPISODE!!! This is a series of interviews at the Westone Audio booth during The NAMM Show 2022. We discuss what it takes to work for an audio company, how to build relationships with brands, and the importance of hearing protection. Guests include Tal Kocen (Vice President of Consumer Product Development), Dave Friesema (Director of Consumer Audio Products), and artists Daphne Greene (...

Many have day jobs while supporting their passion for music. Marcus, Sean, and Tim are from the group This Modern, a blend of melodic rock, pop and modern hip-hop. In this interview we discuss their experiences self-producing in their own studio and going on tour with Neon Dreams, which got canceled mid-way because of the COVID pandemic. We also talk about how the members have day-jobs and how it’...

How do you prevent a $7 conflict from becoming a $140 one? Liane Davey is the co-founder and principal of 3COze, a consulting firm focused on leadership and team building. In this interview we discuss how to handle conflict, everything from setting expectations with your team or bandmates, whether you should have written agreements, how to approach someone when a conflict arises, and the concepts...

Most often our journey leads us to where we least expect it. Joey Gutos is an Indie Pop artist from Tempe, Arizona, as well as a prior member of the 80/20 Records team. In this interview we discuss what he learned from his band projects leading into his solo career, which he recently teamed up with a coffee company and took a sprinter to record in nature and filmed the entire experience. We also t...

Some believe if you don't start early in music you can't develop a career, which is ludicrous. Sheri and Thom are the duo behind The Frequency Principle. We discuss how each discovered new passions in music later in life, one picking up a new instrument after over 20 years as a musician and the other just starting in music in her 30s. We also get into how they label going to venues as business tri...

What does it take to represent artists? Ami Rogers is the EVP of Operations and Artist Development for 59x Records. We discuss her incredible backstory on teaching, volunteering for Sundance, running a wine bar and art gallery, and starting her own management company. We also delve into representation and what we both look for from artists, setting expectations, and what are the roles of managers...

It can be challenging to figure out what to focus on. Rhys Green is from the Indie/Pop rock band popsiclestickairport. In this interview we cover the differences between self-producing and working with a producer. We also discuss experiences going on tour and how to best prepare to perform. And when is it time to build your team? Instagram Facebook Presented by Bandzoogle Bandzoogle is an all-in-o...

Are competitions toxic or do they push you forward? We chatted with all the members from Summer and the Rain on music education and how two members had prior projects that gave them the opportunity to open for Alice Cooper. We also get into internships as the lead singer Summer was a team member for 80/20 Records, as well as how to hone your performance on stage. Instagram   TikTok Presented...

What’s the point of being an artist if you’re not having fun while doing it? Jackson VanDerPol is the lead singer of the cinematic modern rock band Viper Club. In this interview we discuss how much happier they became after they decided to change their band name after opening for artists such as POD, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, and others. We also deep dive into TikTok as Jackson’s personal accoun...

Connecting with others in the music community can be a struggle. Ryan Clark is the founder of Hookworm Records. In this interview we discuss how his passion for live music stemmed from being rebellious during a church mission and how his skills as a writer and English teacher led to a music blog and a fictional novel based on the Arizona music community. We also dive into his latest venture, Hookw...