Musicians Momentum Podcast

"The Hidden Struggles of Musicians & How to Keep Going When The Going Gets Tough" In today's episode, we talk about how being a musician is more than just creating and performing music—it's an emotional rollercoaster filled with exhilarating highs and challenging lows.  We dive deep into the emotional journey that every musician experiences. From the thrill of nailing a per...

"Rebranding Your Music Identity" In today's episode, we break down all the details of our new change from 145 Rural, to Musicians Momentum, and we turn it into a valuable lesson on how and why to take on a "rebranding" of your music career! We first break down why we choose to make our changes.  Next we go over three great reasons why you may want to someday sooner or late...

"Easy Guide To Create Your Next Album or EP" In today's episode, we share an extremely useful diagram and walk-thru that will take you from beginning to end when it comes time to create your next EP of a could of songs, or even your next full album! If you find yourself in the position that you have a number of songs that are near completion or JUUUUUUUST about there, then using the...

"How to Keep Evolving as an Artist Avoiding the Trap of Repetition" In today's episode, we go over how to recognize when you are in a cycle of repetition as an artist and a musician, and what steps you can take to get out of that and move yourself forward. We give 6 thing to watch out for, and tools to utilize to snap yourself into a new direction, and those parts are: 1) Recognizin...

"5 Game-Changing Tips from 5 Legendary Guitarists You Must Know" In today's episode, we give you 5 tips from 5 LEGENDARY guitar players over the last century, that you can use to enhance your music career and personal playing.  With each amazing tip we share today, we also include an example of a highly successful guitar player that has shown it's use to help propel their own c...

"The Mastering Process Demystified - Why Your Song Isn't Complete Without It!" In today's episode, we go over what it means to "Master" a song or a track, and try to remove the mystery surrounding that process so that you are not caught unaware as to what it does, and why it's SO VERY important. We first break down the what mastering is so you can know exactly wh...

"How To Set Up Your Home Studio For Productivity & Success" In today's episode, we go over the importance of setting up a "mindful" area for your recordings, practicing, songwriting, and all you mixing and mastering.  To neglect your surroundings will only put up barriers to your creativity, and give you unwanted reasons to push things off till other day. We go over th...

"5 Things I Wish I Could Tell My Younger Self In Music & Audio" In today's episode, we talk about one of the best interview questions I like to ask all our guests, and that is, what would you tell a younger version of yourself if you could go back in time and talk to them. Today I give 5 thing that I would personally tell my younger self as it pertains to music and audio, and ho...

"Create an All-in-One Live Music Rig" In today's episode, show you all the parts and gear you need to put together one of the best all-in-one musician/band rigs that can do everything.  This thing can be your live mixer, your pa system, your in ear monitor system (iem), your live recording rig, and do all your live backing tracks.   We have even included a link  to a free pdf or jpe...

"Band Formation Hacks & Tips for the Solo Musician" In today's episode, we go over the difficult task of forming and recruiting a band as a solo musician.  We dive deep into the pitfalls of what can go wrong, and why being prepared can make this journey so much easier and faster!  We then talk about our free PDF handout (available for free below) that breaks down the 6 easy step...

"Easy 4 Step Plan for Musicians Releasing Music and Growing Your Audience" In today's episode, we break down the 4 Easy Steps to help you plan you release schedule for the year.  We even include a free PDF and/or Free Image you can keep on your computer of phone so you always have it when you need it! We first go over why having a schedule will eliminate the many headaches of trying...

"The Man, The Fly, The Legend.  Interview With Sean Howard Burress" In today's episode we get to talk to the multi-talented artist and musician, Sean Howard Burress. We get to talk all about his many projects he is a part of, and what he brings to the table in each of them.  We also get to delve into his early years in music and life, and how he wound up in Missoula, MT! We also get...

"How To Beat The Godawful, Never Ending Subscription Model As A Musician" In today's episode, we tackle head on the monster that has become "the subscription model" that seems to be drain out bank accounts while we off busy creating and making music!   Well NOT ANYMORE MY FRIENDS!  We go over how we got here, and talk about how having all the subscriptions to so many diffe...

"Achieve More with Fun and Structured Music Practice Sessions!" In today's episode, we go over a helpful visual assistant to helping you design your own unique, fun, and ultimately rewarding practice routine that is available in the link below. After that we make our way to the provided step by step walk though that breaks down all the easy to follow steps that can help you shape yo...

"How To Push Forward Thru Adversity with Tommy Williams" In today's episode we get to talk to Mr. Tommy Williams for the first time since his interview almost exactly 6 months ago. We get to dive deep into the wall he has run into and the huddles he has had to overcome in his blossuming music career, as well as celebrate some of his big wins. We also get to talk about his upcoming a...

"The End Of Music Genres & How To Define Your Sound To Others" In today's episode, we dive deep into the concept of genres of music coming to an end during the modern era of streaming, and how that may be a great thing, but you may still need to be able to define your sound to potential fans, and to booking agents and venues.   We also go into why knowing how to target what you...

"Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Embracing Confidence as a Musician" In today's episode, we 8 great ways you can overcome that feeling that haunts us all in our modern daily lives, imposter syndrome.  Using some simple techniques and thinking patterns, we can find ways to fix a huge problem before it ever takes hold! The 8 Way To Defeat Imposter Syndrome Are: 1) Focus On Your Str...

"The Ultimate Guide to Preparing for Your First Live Shows as a Musician" In today's episode, we go over 7 helpful steps you can follow, to ensure you have a fun and successful first time out playing shows.  And many of these steps even those who have played many shows can get some use out of. The 7 Steps to get out and start playing are: 1) Set Your Live Music Goals For Each Show 2...

"Interview With Montana's Fastest Rising Young Country Star, Jaden Decker" In today's episode we get to have a wonderful chat with the immensely talented and driven, Jaden Decker.   Not to mention he was kind enough to perform his newest single out now, "Questions" in studio! We also get to talk all about how he got his introduction to music, how he got his start perf...

"10 DIY Marketing Strategies for Independent Musicians" In today's episode, we give 10 great ideas to invest your time and effort in to, that will help you grow your fan base, your show size, and even your wallet! With these ideas, you can address area of your career that may be neglected, and be leading you to feel like you are not growing as fast as you should be, or maybe that yo...

"Interview With Rock, Country, & Blues Powerhouse, Mike Johnston" In today's episode we get to sit down with the talented and driven, Mr. Mike Johnston.  We get to dive deep into his early beginnings in music, and learn what his early influences where, as well as when and why he decided to start recording music and playing live later in his life. We also get to hear about his fi...

"3 Ways To Start Playing Live Music Today" In todays episode we give the way to take the first steps to getting out and playing live music, either for the very first time, or even if you haven't played a live show in many years, these steps will make it so much easier to just get out there and do it! We first discuss going to a local open mic in your area, and even dive deep into al...

"Interview With A Rising Montana Country Music Star, Kyle Hunter" In todays episode we are lucky enough to talk to Montana's own Kyle Hunter!  We start out learning his beginnings and how he started playing guitar, as well as what influenced him to pursue music. After getting to learn all about his upbringing, we get to hear about his time in the Navy, and how he starting playing mu...

"What Newer Musicians & Artist Need To Know About Copyrighting Music" In todays episode we tackle the much need conversation of "Do I need to copyright my music?" We first go into why some people feel the need to get their music copyrighted, and how that doesn't exactly apply to newer and mid level artists and musicians. We then go into all the reason that someone who...

"How Killing Your Ego Can Launch Your Music Career" In todays episode we dive deep into how learning to be aware of your ego, and finding ways to be mindful of how it is effecting you and those around you, you can begin to really see some big moves and wins in your music career, and also assure that you have have a long and sustainable career at that! We also talk about the root of an eg...