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Minimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions Why our entry into minimalism is unique as D.I.Y. Rock Stars ep 263 What is DIFFERENT than typical folks..... Here’s to a kickoff to healthy habits for 2023! You MIGHT like: • 2019 Tips for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogvember2019playlist • 2021 Health & Wellness for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogmas2021playli...

Minimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions Scheduling ep 264 While minimalism is a way of life, it takes some time and planning in order to put in the effort. –If you are like me, I found the idea of decluttering the entire house—with 20 years of dysfunction—to be daunting. So, here are some tips to help you ease into it: • Don’t have to do it all at the same time (which is...

Minimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions Day 2. Reasons why minimalism is a good fit now ep 262 a. Reasons I am opting for minimalism, in general: i. Less stress Enjoy life MORE (by being intentional) ii. Get the most value out of things b. Reasons why, specifically: 1. In need of a whole declutter (it’s been 20 years AND transitioning to empty nest) 2. Would love to keep...

Minimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions 1. Welcome ep 261 Well, you could say that we LIKE a challenge. –That’s a nod to our “6 Reasons for Doing a Song Challenge” ep 259 (add link). –But really, PART of the reason we’ve done Podmas for the last few years is that we like to give you all a BIG dose of some encouragement, tips, insight, etc. before the start of a new year;...

260 Podmas is coming Video Description Hey, fellow D.I.Y. Rock Stars! We are dropping Podmas 2022, starting December 12 and going through December 25, 2022. This year’s topic is Minimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star and will handle issues like: 1. Unique to D.I.Y. Rock Star 2. Declutter 3. Financial; Spend less and Save more 4. Digital declutter 5. Healthy eating and personal care 6. Staying the cou...

259 6 Benefits of doing a song challenge Video Description Setting up some type of songwriting challenge is great way to get excited about creating, sharing, and can amass material quickly. There are also some more benefits. Check out the episode to hear more. #songchallenge #yearlygoals #growthhack #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie Check out the episode to hear the full discussion and ch...

258 Nature or Nurture What makes a Musical Genius Video Description We have a feeling that folks have debated this since before Mozart’s time, but when we find exceptionally gifted music icons, it prompts us mere mortals to ask if they were born that way or were they created? Our intention is to get YOU talking to us by proposing the ideas and letting you share YOUR opinions on this debatable topi...

257 How to be a better boss (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description #betterboss #bebetter #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie As D.I.Y. Rock Stars, sometimes we have to bring in others to help us realize our vision—like, if you’re a vocalist, but you hire out producer duties to someone else—you need to be able to manage your "employee”—for lack of a better word—so that you can get the...

256. Is the Taxi Road Rally Worth It? Video Description Taxi Road Rally 2022: Is a membership really worth it? #taximusicservice #musicconference #taxiroadrally2022 #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie We came away with 6 surprising discoveries from our recent trip to Los Angeles for this conference. Check out the episode to hear the full discussion and check out our blog post: https://bit.l...

255 If you aren’t in it for the long run, don’t even start (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description This episode has been brewing in us for a while, but listening to a recent episode of one of my favorite podcasts, Every Day is Saturday, re-iterated what we ALREADY believe. #longhaul #goviral #overnightsensation #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie Listen to the episode to hear the 3 thi...

254 Why you need an email list (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description I THOUGHT we had discussed this, but realized that we did not have any ONE episode that spoke DIRECTLY to this. Plus, we wanted to give you a downloadable list of specific tips, as well as a band email template, if you’re ready to start your email list. #emaillist #basics #notjustsocialmedia #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingp...

253 Should the number of fans and followers matter (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description I know! It SOUNDS counter-intuitive and ALMOST sounds “unartful,” because I have been the FIRST to say that I don’t care how many fans, followers, and likes we have, but the truth is that it DOES matter for all of the following reasons—and MORE! #dofollowerscount #likes #diyrockstar #prejippie #blooming...

252 Why do I need a website (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description Not only is this a follow up to EPK Basics episode, (https://bit.ly/251epkbasicsvid ), but it is a very current topic on the mind of not only up and coming, but veteran D.I.Y. Rock Stars, as well. We will answer the 3 most common questions we hear about websites. #website #hq #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie Get your f...

251 Electronic Press Kit Basics (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description Being able to explain your music, showcase your style and links all in one document is still an effective marketing tool. That’s why in this episode, we share more about what it is, why you would want one, and give you a chance to download a checklist and a template for your own EPK. #epk #presskit #musicmarketing #diyroc...

250 Secrets to a Long Lasting Marriage (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description As you might ALREADY know, we’ve been married 34 years and folks seem to think that’s a miracle. We appreciate that our journey is VERY different from that of many folks—in and out of the artistic world—but we think that there are principles that any couple can put into practice that will help their relationship th...

249. Is it the song that’s good or is it the production Video Description This piggybacks on “what’s a great song” episode (Gab & Jam, ep 175: https://bit.ly/Ep175greatsongvid ) The songwriting gurus tell us to “start with a ‘great’ song,” but in this episode, we’re going to push back on that notion: #goodsong #goodproduction #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie Check out the episode to hear...

248. What’s the difference between style and voice Video Description One of the reasons that we chose this topic is because it is fascinating to us as artists AND because we know that MANY folks are tempted to feel like the terms “style” and “voice” are synonymous. –In fact, many people seem to use these words interchangeably, along with the term “genre.” We want to show how they are related, but...

247. Appropriation or appreciation? This is quite a contentious topic, we know, but we think it’s worth exploring, since we have our OWN questions about where the line lies. So, this is just us exploring some of the thoughts underlying the issue. #appropriation #musicappreciation #musiciology #prejippie #bloomingprejippie Check out the episode to hear the full discussion and check out our blog pos...

246. Basic Recording Studio Set-up (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) video description We’ve owned our own recording studio since 1986, which means that we have consistently asked ourselves these 6 general questions upon each re-thinking–and re-iteration and add-on–to our studio. We think it’s useful for any creator to have a place to experiment with ideas and to, potentially, publish their own work. Whe...

245. D.I.Y. Rock Star Rewind #4 musical discoveries hacks tips Video Description We’re taking an August break, but we DIDN'T want to leave you hanging. That’s why we invite you to check out these episodes on topics you may have missed: #hacks #tips #catchup #musicaldiscoveries #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie Did you know that along with putting together our next album, we are working on...

244. D.I.Y. Rock Star Rewind #3 social media YouTube motivation mindset Video Description We’re taking an August break, but we DIDN'T want to leave you hanging. That’s why we invite you to check out these episodes on topics you may have missed: #socialmedia #youtube #mindset #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie Check out the episode to hear the full discussion and check out our blog post: ht...

243. D.I.Y. Rock Star Roundup #2 bass songwriting branding Video Description We’re taking an August break, but we DIDN'T want to leave you hanging. That’s why we invite you to check out these episodes on topics you may have missed on bass playing, songwriting, and branding. Check out the episode to hear the full discussion and check out our blog post: https://bit.ly/242rsr1blog Did you know that a...

242. D.I.Y. Rock Star Rewind #1 unboxings travel wellness Video Description We’re taking an August break, but we DIDN'T want to leave you hanging. That’s why we invite you to check out these episodes—and videos!—on topics you may have missed. Check out the episode to hear the full discussion and check out our blog post: https://bit.ly/242rsr1blog Did you know that along with putting together our n...

241. What do you do when real life interrupts your artistic process Video Description As a D.I.Y. Rock Star, you have to NOT ONLY grow/maintain your artistic exploration, outreach, and dialing in the vision, but also you are living real life in the meantime. This means that you are likely holding down a day job, may have some kids and a spouse, and need to balance it all as best you can. THAT’S wh...

240. 6 things we love about Toronto Video Description As you might already now, we have been to Toronto four times now—the latest vlog should be up by the time this airs (https://bit.ly/toronto2022vlog ). There are SO many reasons that we keep going back, but in an effort to keep this short, we are going to share our top 6 reasons for continuing to return to Toronto time after time. Check out the...