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Musician and medium Laura Carbone discusses her double album The Cycle, inspired by the changing seasons and her journey of self-reflection as an artist. She also shares insights on founding her brand and label Cosmic Dreaming, where she combines her music with her mediumship craft to support others and find their authentic voice. Follow Laura Carbone: Website The Cycle album Newsletter Instagram...

In this special 200th episode, founder of Warped Tour Kevin Lyman talks about what he’s been up to in the last few years and the return of the iconic festival in 2025. Follow Warped Tour: Website Instagram 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 Ins...

Rosie and Carmen from the Grammy-nominated duo BONES UK chat about everything from being approached by Jeff Beck from the Yardbirds to recording in bedrooms and basements for their Grammy-nominated debut album. We also talk about their song "Dirty Little Animals" for the hit show Arcane , working with Billy Corgan, and how Howard Stern got them to record a Bowie cover, plus touring with...

We reflect on the past year on special moments and discuss how we’re able to keep the show going for the past four years. Also chat about the future of the podcast and what we have in the works. Thank you ALL so much for listening, we couldn’t be more grateful! Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen...

Laura shares her journey from landing a coveted position at NME to freelancing for prestigious publications like Rolling Stone and Variety. We also deep dive into the art of presenting a captivating story to pitch yourself effectively. Follow Laura Ferreiro: Instagram   Website M4G Media website Free guide to craft your most compelling story: https://lauraferreiro-storyharmony.lpages.co/storyguide...

How are you grateful for your community? Elijah from Moon Kissed shares their journey from meeting their bandmates at a NYE party to signing with Final Girl Records, then delving into their latest single '101' and the creation of their upcoming album, ‘I’ll See You In New York’. Follow Moon Kissed: Instagram   TikTok Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear...

Christian McAlhaney shares his inspiring story of resilience and revival. From his early days with Acceptance to transitioning into his role in Anberlin. We also chat about the reasons behind the band's hiatus, and their exciting comeback with their new album 'Vega'. Follow Anberlin: Instagram   Pre-Save Vega Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from...

Filmmaker Mario Rivera talks about his 20-year journey to create the documentary "Left Unsaid - Never, Ending, It’s Better This Way" based upon his band. We also dive into his experiences with touring, content creation, AI, and the vital role of a supportive local music community. Follow Mario: Left Unsaid (Instagram)   Nights Like Thieves (Instagram) Ikana (Instagram) Website Watch the...

Ryder is the president of the new music platform HELIOS. In this interview we discuss the concept of subscription royalties being split based upon what users listen to or engage with. We also chat about where NFTs are at now and how they could be used in the future. Follow HELIOS: Website   X (Twitter) LinkedIn Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give...

Brandon talks about using generative AI to help develop PR and playlisting campaigns for the latest single from his band The Hostage Situation, which hasn’t released any new music in 18 years. Follow Brandon: Instagram   LinkTree 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 c...

Marcus talks about how he was able to secure guarantees for his first tour run in his ‘goldilocks rock’ band Let Alone. He also chats about splitting audio to experience their new album Some Science in a truly unique way. Follow Let Alone: Instagram   TikTok Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to l...

It takes time and patience to create something incredible. Gray and Ray from the queercore pop duo TWINFLAME discusses finding the right people to collaborate with as well as transmasculine representation in the music community. We also talk about their new single Good Girls Go 2 Heaven released under Final Girl Records. Follow TWINFLAME: Spotify Instagram   TikTok Follow Creatives Prevail: Instag...

Walking the grounds we review our experience of the event and returning guest Daphne Greene chats about best practices on submitting to music festivals. Special thanks to Pure Imagination Festival for the invitation! Follow Pure Imagination: Instagram Facebook Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to...

With returning co-host Emily Grieve, we cover release strategy, touring, and content creation. 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 music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrument...

JJ Wilde is the winner of the SOCAN award and the JUNO award for Rock Album of the Year, last won by a female artist in 1996 by Alanis Morissette. In this on-site interview at The Van Buren in Phoenix, AZ we dive into how she went from a crossroads in music to developing her solo career. We also get into her regiment in writing over 500 songs, touring with Marcus King, and her latest EP Best of Me...

April is truly a master of all trades. She’s done tour management, event organization, social media management, photography, and is a content creator. We also dive into how joining organizations led her to many opportunities. Follow April: TikTok Instagram   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...

From working in radio and publications to artist relations collaborating with musicians such as Trent Reznor and will.i.am, Chandra is a master of all trades. We also dive into why she decided to create her own company and the current state of brand partnerships. Follow Chandra Lynn: Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this re...

Annie Balliro is the President of the agency uniphi. In this interview we discuss how she went from working at Island Def Jam and Hard Rock International to going full time with her company representing music artists and astronauts. We also get into the debut of the Astronaut Rock Star Awards for National Astronaut Day. Follow Annie Balliro: LinkedIn   National Astronaut Day Links from episode: ht...

We all need support, and we all should give support. In this special episode we chat with VP of Health and Human Services of MusiCares, Theresa Wolters. We discuss how the organization provides help to all members of the music industry as well as how you can get involved with The Day That Music Cares. About MusiCares: Reach out for help: MusiCaresRelief@musicares.org or 800.687.4227 https://www.mu...

Heather Castillo is the Senior Marketing Director for Big Noise Music Group (The Veronicas, The Wrecks, Girlfriends, Escape the Fate). We talk about how cold emailing and building relationships lead her to her current position and the opportunities that exist in marketing music today. Follow Heather: Instagram (Big Noise) Website (Big Noise) Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love...

No matter how unlikely your idea is, it’s always worth going for it. Nick Moore is the co-founder of Thriller Records. In this interview we talk about how his band Before their Eyes quickly charted on Billboard and toured nationally, and just a year later started his own record label. We also discuss how he created Thriller with Bob Becker, founder of Fearless Records, and deep dived into what it&...

Live looping artist, songwriter, and producer Sophia Bavishi breaks down how she secures shows, creating visuals for her releases, and the future of TikTok. Follow Sophia Bavishi: Instagram   TikTok Website 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 In...

It’s not about who you know but the impressions you make. Music business and management consultant Lilia Iza discusses how she got into event production working on-site for Coachella, EDC, Formula 1, #iVoted Festival and many more. We also discuss why it’s important to reflect on switching professions during and after college. Follow Lila Iza: Instagram   LinkedIn Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagr...

Does it help to be creative in multiple ways? Or are you spreading yourself too thin? Co-host Emily Grieve talks about how she integrated being a Twitch streamer with her band Turn Zero. We also discuss how to be  a part of a community and overall tips to growing as a creator. Follow Emily Grieve: Twitch Instagram Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please gi...

Transitioning between corporate roles and freelancing, or the reverse, can be daunting. In our interview with artist manager and consultant Andy Griffin, we explore how navigating career changes, moving from corporate positions to freelance work and back, has enabled Andy to collaborate with major label artists and globally acclaimed speakers. Follow Andy Griffin: LinkedIn   Follow Creatives Preva...