GIG with Mike Redman

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to GIG! I’m your host, Mike Redman. In this part of  4 of my series on AI and Music, I had a chance to speak with Joshua Campbell. He's such an interesting guy, and his approach to AI and music is extremely unique. I learned so much talking with him, and I'm sure you will too. So as always, let's jump right in. Visit GIG with Mike Redman @ https://www.gigwit...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the very first episode of our AI and Music series, where we dig into the big questions every musician is asking right now. To kick things off, we’re starting with the perfect guest—Clifford Champion. Cliff is a rare voice at the intersection of art and technology, someone who has spent years not only working inside the music world but also pushing forward in tech and in...

Send us Fan Mail Hey everyone, and welcome to GIG! I’m your host, Mike  Redman. It’s crucial today that every musician understands AI. We’re continuing with Part 2 of AI & Music. And my guest is David Ronan, founder of RoEx. He has a deep knowledge of AI and his product. Roex is an AI-driven audio mix system. It's absolutely fascinating. We talk about AI as a tool. Something that helps ta...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Hey everyone, welcome back to GIG! I’m your host, Mike Redman. In Part 3 of our AI and Music series, I sat down with Kevin Taylor—a musician, artist, and project manager at BandLab. Kevin lives right at the crossroads of creativity and technology, and he has a powerful perspective on how AI is reshaping the way music is made. As he puts it: “It’s crucial for every musician to u...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we’re diving deep with an artist who’s not just rocking stages—he’s changing lives. Meet Gooding—a musician, producer, and financial literacy advocate on a mission to empower musicians and young people with the tools they need to take control of their money, their careers, and their futures. From playing thousands of shows across the country to standing in front of high sch...

Send us Fan Mail Hi everyone, welcome to Gig! I’m your host, Mike Redman. This is Part 2 of the 'The Working Drummer' series packed with insights on thriving as a freelance drummer—groove development, networking, session work, and the mindset that makes it all possible. Today’s guest is the incredible Randy Nichols, a long-time friend, incredible drummer and human being. He will fill you...

Send us Fan Mail Hi everyone, welcome to Gig! I’m your host, Mike Redman. This is Part four of the The Working Drummer, series packed with insights on thriving as a freelance drummer—groove development, networking, session work, and the mindset that makes it all possible. Today’s guest is the incredible Logan Jayne, a standout funky drummer with powerful advice to elevate your musical journey. I r...

Send us Fan Mail John Hammond is one of the premier session drummers in Nashville. He played with literally everybody in the business. He shares a lot of insights about how to be successful as a full-time drummer, and how it works in the session world. He's an awesome guy and you should go see him play if you get a chance. He's often playing with a band called The Smoking Section. https:...

Send us Fan Mail This is  Part 1 of The Working Drummer, a 4-part series packed with insights on thriving as a freelance drummer—groove development, networking, session work, and the mindset that makes it all possible. Today’s guest is the incredible Patrick Armitage, a standout drummer from Asheville with powerful advice to elevate your musical journey. I really hope you enjoy this series and if...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I’m excited to welcome Katy McIlvaine, a talented music supervisor who just wrapped the acclaimed horror film ‘The Front Room’.  In this episode, Katy shares her thoughts on the art of music supervision, collaboration, and her company Dawn Patrol Music.   She’s also an avid rock climber!  So whether you’re a composer, a band looking to get your music into film, or just some...

Send us Fan Mail Today I my guest is Composer ,Jeff Rona. Jeff is one of those guys that with lots of creative energy. As a composer, he writes as an artist, and for his library, games  as well as commercial ventures.  Visit GIG with Mike Redman @ https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcasts Email me questions, guests you would like to see @  : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.com Thanks for listening ! Mike...

Send us Fan Mail Edwina Travis-Chin is the VP of Music Strategy and Content at APM (Associated Production Music).  Every company needs a strategy. Every company needs a plan, even music libraries. Edwina talks about why producers should be licensing their music among many other subjects. I know you will  enjoy this one.  Edwina has more experience than most in the music library business.  Enjoy !...

Send us Fan Mail Meet Sarah Scarlata from APM. Sarah wears two hats, one as an APM Music Director and the other as a bridge between the Marketing teams and the Music. She’s also an amazing drummer who has played in the industry for many years … I believe it’s impossible to talk about music libraries without talking to the executives about the internal workings of the business. Visit GIG with Mike...

Send us Fan Mail In this Part 2 of 'Music Libraries' I talk to the artist 'Gooding’ whose energy is infectious, his talent undeniable as is his love for humanity and the animals of our planet. Gooding, the artist, and Gooding, the businessman.   He makes a very good living touring, AND building his music library 'KINGDOM 2"  I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did...

Send us Fan Mail Most musicians think that TV and Film placements are the best way to make money in the music business if you're not touring or selling merchandise. That's true but did you know that over 50% of all the music and TV in Film comes from music libraries?  This is the First Part of a 5-part series on ‘GIG with Mike Redman’ all about music libraries. We’ll explore this fascina...

Send us Fan Mail Before we get started today please take a second and hit that subscribe  or like button so that I can continue to bring you information that will help you and your music career. In my continuing effort to find working artists that are doing well. I turned today to Todd, Andrew, a.k.a. GODYES. Todd works tirelessly on production, and custom music, focused highly on music that is us...

Send us Fan Mail Hi everybody, welcome to GIG I’m your host Mike Redman. I've been advised to ask you to subscribe, follow, and like this podcast so that I can reach as many artists as possible, so please take a second and do that, you’ll be  joining the ranks of the awesome people.  Something I hear over and over in my interviews is ‘ You can do it’ , as long as you're willing to work h...

Send us Fan Mail Hello everyone, I have been away for some time, but I am back with some exceptional guests. I am pleased to announce that this year, the renowned “808” has been recognized as the most accomplished artist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Ryan Edwards is a highly gifted artist who has successfully established a solo career despite the challenges faced by all musicians. Today, he will s...

Send us Fan Mail Today I have the pleasure of introducing you to one of my very favorite people. Composer, inventor, educator Keith Lay is without a doubt a calming force in the music industry.  When I ‘m with Keith my blood pressure goes down, and when I walk away after seeing him I somehow feel smarter … you will too.  keithlaymusic.com gigwithmikeredman.com/podcasts Visit GIG with Mike Redman @...

Send us Fan Mail Hi everybody, welcome to GIG I’m your host Mike Redman. Please subscribe, follow, and like this podcast so that I can reach as many artists as possible. Thank you , Mike Redman elenamaro.com The ratio of successful female composers to male composers is approximately four to one. I'm not sure why that is because if you listen to the music that they create Trailers,Straight ahe...

Send us Fan Mail Today my guest is Stephanie Pfingsten, owner of Lumos PR. If you are a part of the below the line crew in the film industry, or music industry for that matter you’ll really enjoy this episode. Stephanie is candid  and articulate in her explanations of what the heck a PR agency does, and how they do it. Visit GIG with Mike Redman @ https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcasts Email m...

Send us Fan Mail Today on GIG with Mike Redman my guest is Tomas Cookman, the hard working president of the latin music label Nacional located in LA. We’ll talk about how to prepare and get a record deal, AI,  the challenges facing artists, and much, much more so tune in!   Tomas is a warm, cordial guy, and has some deep insight into the record business. So as always, lets jump right in! Visit GIG...

Send us Fan Mail Kim Nuendorf is an  amazing woman that lives in Canada. She has a great laugh and a lot of knowledge about the world of Artist Management, publishing, and music for TV. Kim is also the owner of Free Run Artists, and most notably Christo de Veers manager and co writer on White Lotus.  I just love her music. https://freerunartists.com/artists/kim-neundorf/ Visit GIG with Mike Redman...

Send us Fan Mail Today I have a very special guest,  award winning Music Supervisor Deva Anderson. She is the Head of Music for Playtone, the production company founded by Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman.  Deva is responsible for the music you’ve heard in the series ‘Masters of the Air,The Pacific, My Big Fat Greek wedding, and over 65 other productions. Deva speaks with confidence and many years of e...

Send us Fan Mail Today I have a great conversation with close friend, and composer Greg Sims. We are talking about the importance of taking chances to move your career forward and what we’ve learned from our own experiences. Greg has taught me so many valuable lessons. One example is that  there is not such thing as multitasking.   Both Greg and myself took a lot of chances in our careers, chances...