Gab and Jam

Classic Episode 1. Musical Discoveries #1 video description In this "Musical '"Discoveries'" episode, we will be sharing 10 musical artists who are a little off-the-beaten path, but who have inspired us in some way or another. Either we have recently "discovered" them by appreciating work that they have already done, or we, literally, have recently discovered that they exist at all. Either way, th...

337. Does playing fast suck? (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) video description We are enthralled by folks who can dole out those lightning licks, but is playing faster playing BETTER? That is the topic we explore in this episode. #lightninglicks #playingfast #diyrockstar #bloomingprejippie #prejippie This topic was inspired by BassCamp YouTube video: https://youtu.be/2X4b6H0Mmwk?si=L6rtSUI1MLt4o0ri Wha...

340. Goals for 2025 video description Even though THIS year has been out of pocket and INCREDIBLY weird, we are still reflecting on the past and still deciding on what we want to focus on this coming year. #newyear #goals2025 #diyrockstar #bloomingprejippie #prejippie What are YOUR goals for 2025? We’d love to hear what inspiring things you have planned! Check out the episode for the full discussi...

336. What we can learn from P Diddy (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description You MUST be living under a rock if you haven’t heard about the allegations against a “beloved” OG hip hop star, Puff Daddy (P Diddy or Sean “Diddy” Combs). THIS is what we have taken away from the whole mess. #gethelp #dontbeavictim #pdiddy #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #diyrockstar Check out the episode for the full dis...

335. Copying, inspiration, plagiarism. Where is the boundary? (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description In this installment, we will be considering the following questions: • Where do we draw the line between copying, inspiration, and plagiarism? • Where might we cross lines without realizing? • Is it okay if I copy somebody to learn? #plagiarism #copying #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejip...

334. 20 Take-aways from The Silent Takeover Ted Gioia on AI's Threat To Music Part 2 Video Description We’re happy to welcome Bruce back for the second half of what we make us think from this interview on SO many topics that are important to us. We couldn’t help it, so we started taking notes on the ideas he expressed in his Rick Beato interview. @RickBeato #RickBeato #TedGioia #culturewisdom #diy...

333. 20 Take-aways from The Silent Takeover Ted Gioia on AI's Threat To Music Part 1 Video Description We’d never heard of this guy, but he had such a profound take on SO many topics that are important to us. We couldn’t help it, so we started taking notes on the ideas he expressed in his Rick Beato interview. @RickBeato #RickBeato #TedGioia #culturewisdom #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippi...

332. 103 Social Media Questions to Boost Engagement (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description We know we tell you all that social media is not the “be all, end all,” so this post helps us maximize our time and effort. Here are some social media questions that can help increase interest in our posts. #boostsocialmedia #engagement #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie Inspired by Angie Gensl...

331. 7 types of rest and how to get them (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description Though we harp on the “get up, get out, and something” philosophy, there is NO doubt that each of us needs rest. Here are the 7 types of rest and how to find a way to get them. #rest #youarethebrand #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie This topic was inspired by YOU ARE THE BRAND, episode 411: The 7 Types o...

330. 5 Things every D.I.Y. Rock Star needs to know about publicity Video Description We all know it’s important, but here are some things to consider when thinking about doing public relations for your music. @arielhyatt #arielhyatt #musicpublicity #tips #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie This is inspired by https://www.cyberprmusic.com/5-things-every-artist-should-know-about-music-publici...

329. How to create compelling album covers (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description An album cover helps potential listeners discover your music, so here are 8 ways to create compelling album covers (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star). @discmakers #discmakers #albumcover #tips #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What do you think? How do YOU choose the music you will listen to? We’d love what yo...

328. Knowing when to quit (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description Normally, we don’t encourage anyone to quit much of anything, but as we’ve gotten older, we’ve found that there are really a few instances when quitting is the BEST idea. #whentoquit #quitters #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What do you think? We’d love what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below. Check out the...

327. Using humor in your art (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description We love a little humor, but what happens when you incorporate it into your art? Here are some potential benefits and detriments. #humor #funnybone #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What do you think? Is humor an important part of your art? We’d love what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below. Check out the ep...

326. 7 Tips for running a blog (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description Here are 7 top tips for D.I.Y. Rock Stars who want to start and run a blog for their band. #blogging #toptips #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What do you think? Do you have a blog? If so, what was YOUR reason for starting one? Also, what tip can you share with us? We’d love what you have to say! Leave it in the com...

325. Benefits of having a blog (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description Should D.I.Y. Rock Star have blogs? We’ll discuss some 4 benefits for maintaining your own blog. #blogging #whyblog #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What do you think? Do you have a blog? If so, what was YOUR reason for starting one? We’d love what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below. Check out the episo...

324. How to get out of a creative rut (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description Even create folks run out of energy and ideas to continue creating. Here’s what to do when you’re trying to climb out of a creative rut. #creativerut #musicianlifestyle #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie We’ve talked about this a few times before—HERE and HERE, but what do you do when even as much as you want t...

323. How much formal education is necessary (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description Is college necessary? Knowing how much education is necessary to build your creative artistic empire is our topic today. #formaleducation #college #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What did we leave out? We’d love to hear ways that formal education can be helpful! Leave it in the comments below. Check...

322. Awards aren’t everything for the D.I.Y. Rock Star Video Description As independent artists, we want to see progress and part of the measure of success could be by receiving accolades from a credentialed organization. So, it might feel great to be nominated for a Grammy or an Emmy or an American Music Award, but it this REALLY an indication that you have met your own personal creative artist g...

321. Best Musicals of All-Time Video Description We’re happy to welcome our daughter, Zandalee Henderson, an actor and musical theater expert, to join us on these special edition episodes of Gab & Jam. She knows “all the things” about musical theater and acting for stage and screen, so she’s going to help us with this list of Best Musicals of all-time. #musicals #musicaltheatre #best #diyrockstar...

320. The importance of self-care for the D.I.Y. Rock Star Video Description We’re at the time of the year where you stop to consider what you want and set some goals. For the D.I.Y. Rock Star, mental health and physical health are USUALLY at the top of our list. –We’ve got a wonderful post on 7 self-care activities HERE, but here’s more general advice on how to “do” self-care wisely. #selfcare #go...

319. Why don’t black folks listen to rock? Video Description A recent Living Colour quote on X prompted today’s discussion. We’ve talked about issues related to entertainment and race before, but we have YET to ask a question that is always hanging out in the atmosphere. #blackrock @livingcolour #rockorigins #prejippie #bloomingprejippie How about you? Do you have an answer to this question that w...

318 D.I.Y. Rock Star Goals for 2024 Video Description We find that the coming of a new year marks a GREAT time to assess our goals and to decide what we’d like to focus on, what we can tick off the list, and what we can add. #newyears #goals2024 #focus #musician #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What goals will you be prioritizing in 2024? We’d love to hear what you have to say! Leave it...

317. 4 Ways being an introvert can be an advantage (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description Artists are often introverts, who prefer to express their personalities through creating music, than to “work the room” at a conference. However, the thoughtfulness and empathy can help folks who want to build a brand win in the long run. This post was inspired by https://paularamm.com/introvert-direct-sal...

316 Top 11 Tips for Creating a Music Website (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description Creating a music-based can be overwhelming—especially if you’re new to it—so here are some tips to help make some of the early decisions easier. #musicwebsite #bandzoogle #websitetips #musician #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What did we leave out? We’d love to hear what we should add to our list!...

315 Gift ideas for the D.I.Y. Rock Star ⭐️ Video Description Here are nearly 50 gift ideas for the D.I.Y. Rock Star in your life, ranging from stocking stuffers to “break the bank” style. #giftguide #gifts #musiciangifts #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie What did we leave out? We’d love to hear who we should add to our list! Leave it in the comments below. Check out the episode for the f...