Creatives Prevail

How do you go from customer support to running the whole company? Stacey Bedford is the CEO of Bandzoogle. In this interview, we go into depth in her incredible career path from developing Bandzoogle’s customer service from the ground up to becoming the leader of the entire company. We also talk about the importance of websites for artists as well as how to nurture a successful career. Instagram &...

Think it’s impossible to connect with major label execs? Jason Davis is the founder of One One 7 Entertainment and Noble Management. In this interview, we discuss how he stumbled upon writing a hit song to building relationships with the major labels from looking in a phone book. We also dive into what it takes to manage artists and the connection you create with them. One One 7 Entertainment webs...

When is it time to alter your career path? Mike Errico is a songwriter, journalist, music supervisor, and professor teaching songwriting at NYU and Yale. In this interview, we discuss how he “fell backward” into these roles and others. In addition, we talk about his recent book, Music, Lyrics, and Life: A Field Guide for the Advancing Songwriter. Music, Lyrics, and Life: A Field Guide for the Adva...

How do you get connected in the music industry? Steven Leavitt is a music producer, host of The Language of Creativity podcast, and founder of i Create Sound. In this interview, we discuss how Steve chose a different path than his family’s legacy in the stunt industry and went into music. In addition, we talk about a bunch of networking stories and why sometimes it’s better to ask for forgiveness...

How do you start in the music industry? Sammi Martinez and Brant Bloxom are both members of the 80/20 team. In this interview, we discuss how they got started in music, their experiences in recording, and what it’s like to be on the other side of artist representation. In addition, we dive into TikTok strategies we’ve developed for 80/20 Records. TikTok: @sammimartinezmusic @brantbloxom Presented...

Your priorities will eventually change in your life, whether it’s finding a new passion, moving to a new place, or starting a family. Dan Rojas was the lead singer in 42 Eternal, one of the first bands on 80/20 Records, as well as the bassist for the band Statues of Cats. In this interview we discuss how he was involved in these projects and the differences between leading a band and following as...

This is episode number 70! Thank you all so much for listening. We're taking a few weeks off for the holidays but will be back in full swing in 2022. In the meantime we focused on the highlights of the podcast so far and what we're up to next. Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and payment platform for musicians and content creators like streamers, sports influencers, personal trainers, a...

How do you become a prominent member in the music industry? Rachel Stilwell is an entertainment lawyer who’s been in the top music lawyers list in Billboard for three years in a row. In this interview we discuss her expansive career starting in radio promotion and marketing for labels, then switching into law and eventually starting her own practice. In addition we discuss her involvement in The R...

This is a special episode featuring highlights from our takeover on KWSS 93.9 FM and including music from Faun Flora, Gabe Kubanda, Bear Ghost, Turn Zero, and Mega Ran. Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and payment platform for musicians and content creators like streamers, sports influencers, personal trainers, and podcasters. Follow 80/20 Records: Instagram: @8020records TikTok: @80_20...

How do you get into composing for film, TV, and games? This is a repost from the EduMusication Roundtable, Music in Gaming and Film. Panelists: Alexander Bornstein - Composer/Arranger/Producer - Transformers - War For Cybertron Trilogy, Supernatural, The Boys Susie Wang - Composer - Luna Patrick Crecelius - Scoring/Sound Design - Fatbard Games Frank Long - Film Composer/Music Manager - Fullsail La...

What does it take to manage artists? Melissa Garcia is the CMO of the #iVoted Festival and partner for the management firm Collective Entertainment. In this interview we discuss her journey starting as an intern to climbing the career ladder in the music industry. Also, we explore what it means to represent artists and have an honest talk about the struggles and responsibilities that entails. Inst...

What does it take to go from idea to execution? Maria Luna is the founder of FAMIGO, one of our incredible partners. We discuss how she went down a career-oriented path to starting her own company. In addition we go into depth about getting yourself noticed for people to invest into you and how to prepare for them, such as getting a deal on Shark Tank. Instagram: @famigo.official Website: famigo.c...

Is it possible to thrive pursuing multiple skills? Jason Robey is a musician, photographer, audio engineer, video editor, and music journalist. In this interview we discuss his journey in music and photography leading him to take images from the largest acts in the world to writing articles in Alternative Press. In addition we go into depth on the decision making process he went through in selecti...

How has livestreaming changed? This is a repost from the EduMusication Roundtable on The Future of Livestreaming. We discuss how artists utilized livestreaming before and after shows were canceled, and what’s in store for the future. Featuring: Monika Mason - Fullsail University Brad Amick - Halocene / Twitch Raheem Jarbo - Mega Ran Kat Cody - KLGroup / Vans Warped Tour / Veeps Alex Auxier - Orang...

How do you connect with people in the music community? Kai Vander Maten, Faith Powell, and Skip Cleland are members of the hard rock band Fire by Night. We discuss lessons learned being in a band, social media tips on platforms such as TikTok, as well as overall release strategies. Instagram: @firebynightofficial Facebook: facebook.com/FireByNightOfficial Website: https://firebynightofficial.com/...

How do you shift into and within the music industry? Marc Mutnansky is one of the product managers for Fearless Records. In this interview we discuss about his incredible path from playing in bands to landing an assistant position in The Recording Academy (The GRAMMYs), leading him to head of Alternative / Rock / Metal category for The GRAMMYs before transitioning over to Fearless. We talk about h...

How do you connect with brands? Rachelle Wilkinson and Blake Gaiser from Westone Audio tell their incredible stories on how they got to their current positions in artist relations and management. They also break down how to reach out to companies as an artist and how to build a genuine relationship with them. Instagram: @westoneaudio Facebook: facebook.com/westoneaudio Website: https://westoneaudi...

Want to know what record labels look for?  In this repost from the Producer Life Podcast we discuss how 80/20 Records finds new artists and how we collaborate with them. In addition we get into streaming strategies as well as the future of NFTs. Special thanks to House Ninja, host of the Producer Life podcast. Check out the Producer Life Podcast Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and...

Dream of owning your own studio? Otto D'Agnolo is a producer, host of the Otto D show, and founder of TheRecordingArtist.com . In this interview we explore how Otto got into music and production as well as going into depth into what it takes to run a recording studio. Instagram: @therecordingartistdotcom Facebook Website: therecordingartist.com Presented by FAMIGO FAMIGO is a marketplace and payme...

How do you keep a band going for over 10 years strong? Brandon Kellum is the co-founder and vocalist for metal core band American Standards. We discuss everything from their beginnings on doing everything DIY to getting signed to a label to doing everything DIY again. In addition, we get into release strategies, promoting shows, and getting onto festivals. Instagram: @americanstandards Facebook: f...

How do you begin a career as an artist? Veronica Everheart is a singer songwriter who recently released her debut single and is currently a student in music management. In this interview we discuss recording etiquette, collecting royalties, the strategy of doing covers, and getting into the music industry. Instagram: @veronica.everheart TikTok: @veronica.everheart LinkTree Presented by FAMIGO FAMI...

Have tons of project ideas but don't know where to start? Alexander Zwerner is a music journalist who writes for Earmilk as well as the founder of Beatly Music, a review platform for singles and albums. In this interview we discuss how Alexander got into music journalism that led into writing for Earmilk as well as the beginnings of Beatly. In addition we dive into the future of NFTs in the music...

Struggle on how to pitch to playlisters or want to curate your own? This is a repost from one of the EduMusication Roundtable live streams called Nuances of Playlist Curation. In this roundtable we discuss how they curate playlists, how often do they refresh them, and how to pitch to playlists. EduMusication is a non-profit organization that supports music programs in schools such as virtual semin...

Have you found band members on Craigslist? David Nunez is the co-founder of the Alternative rock band After the Calm. In this interview we discuss how the band got formed and how they were able to persevere during the pandemic and release their sophomore EP. In addition we talk about marketing strategies and creating an experience for your audience. Instagram: @afterthecalm Facebook: facebook.com/...

Are Battle of the Bands competitions worth the effort or a waste of time? Jordan White is the lead singer and co-founder of powerhouse rock band Jane N The Jungle. Which has been featured on official Spotify playlists Fierce Femmes, All New Rock, and Women of Rock, as well as covered by Alt Press and several others. In this interview Jordan talks about her struggles in finding her calling in music...