Headliner Mindset

Dan Sugarman is the lead guitarist of Ice Nine Kills and has played on some of the world’s biggest stages. But his path has been anything but ordinary... In this episode, he opens up about his early obsession with music, the challenges of balancing ambition with health, and how he turned setbacks—like a life-changing cancer diagnosis—into fuel for reinvention. We also dive into his passion for men...

NITTI is a genre-bending force in the electronic music world, also known for being one half of the Grammy-nominated duo SIDEPIECE, and is now making waves with his bold new project Alt Rave . After years of grinding in the studio and locking into his craft, he’s found his stride by merging his love for rock, metal, and electronic music into something entirely his own. In this episode, Nitti shares...

In this special solo episode of The Headliner Mindset Podcast , I reflect on the top five lessons I’ve learned from hosting over 70 inspiring conversations with artists, DJs, and industry leaders. These takeaways are packed with actionable insights to help you thrive in your career and life. Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, or dreamer, this episode will resonate with anyone striving for gro...

Sippy is a powerhouse in the dubstep and bass music scene, known for her high-energy performances and fearless authenticity. From playing the main stage at Lost Lands to headlining her own tour, she’s built a career that’s both inspiring and impactful. But her journey hasn’t been without challenges. As one of my coaching clients, Sippy has worked to overcome anxiety, embrace balance, and transform...

Jake Shore is a rising star in the house music scene, known for his high-energy sets and an authenticity that’s built him a loyal following. After years as a school teacher, Jake made the leap into music full-time, and now he’s touring, creating non-stop, and building a brand that’s truly his own. In this episode, we dive into Jake’s journey from teaching to the stage, the content strategies that...

Trivecta is a melodic bass music artist signed to Seven Lion’s Ofelia Records. He recently released his sophomore album with the label and is currently on tour to support its release, headlining venues and playing major festivals all over the country. Follow Trivecta here: https://www.instagram.com/trivectamusic Follow Nik Cherwink here: https://www.instagram.com/nikcherwink And visit my site to j...

At only 19 years old, Moore Kismet has become a much needed breath of fresh air in the bass music scene. Not only as a non-binary person of color, but as a seasoned music producer who continues to push the boundaries of their art and is always seeking out new ways of doing things. In this episode we talk about their approach to music production, how art can truly change people's lives, resist...

Jkyl & Hyde is a dubstep producer who’s been consistently climbing the bass music ladder and making a powerful name for himself in the industry. After touring with Excision this summer, he’s now on his own headlining tour and playing shows all over the US. In this episode we talk about how to bring emotion into your music, the challenges on life on the road and what has helped him build his pr...

Join the next round of the Headliner Mindset coaching group, starting 10/15! https://www.nikcherwink.com/headlinermindset WESTEND is one of the hottest artists in the tech house scene right now, with his songs getting tens of millions of streams on Spotify and supported by some of the biggest DJs in the world. In this episode we talk about the importance of being authentic on social media and buil...

Next round of the Headliner Mindset coaching group/community starts 10/15! https://www.nikcherwink.com/headlinermindset This episode is a live recording of our weekly Community Call where members are able to ask questions and get support on any topic they choose. From music business questions to personal issues/challenges, everything is welcomed and we dive deep into all of it. As part of the comm...

Harrison Bennet is the head of A&R and label manager for Zeds Dead's record label Deadbeats. He is also a manager with the Toronto-based management company 2+2 and works with Zeds Dead, SIPPY, Levity and more. In this episode we talk about what it takes to get signed, how to properly promote a release, how much of a marketing budget you should have, the reality of life on the road and mor...

Next round of the Headliner Mindset group coaching program starts Monday, October 7th. Sign up here: https://www.nikcherwink.com/headlinermindset Justin Jay is a truly eclectic artist who is able to bounce around between different scenes and genres by following the most important rule of being an artist… HAVING FUN! In this episode we talk about to silence the inner critic inside our head, the imp...

Will Runzel is the co-founder of Prodigy Artists, one of the most successful management companies in the dance music industry who represent Slander, NGHTMRE and a strong roster of other talented artists. In this episode we discuss how to effectively launch and market your brand to get the attention of a manager, the early years of Slander, NGHTMRE and Prodigy Artists, and the inner aspects of what...

Download the free “Mastering Email” PDF here:   https://www.inthekeyofsuccess.com/email And join the free “Musician’s Success Cycle” mini-course here: https://www.inthekeyofsuccess.com/successcycle Cheryl Engelhardt is a Grammy nominated artist, producer and composer who has mastered the systems (and mindset) that musician’s need to build a profitable career. Through her various programs and coach...

RealMusic Events is a dance music promotion company that has been throwing parties in Austin, TX for over 15 years. They run the city's largest dance music venue, The Concourse Project, and also throw one of the biggest house and techno music festivals in the country, Seismic Dance Event. In this episode we talk about what promoters are looking for, how to get booked, best practices for netwo...

Preston Smiles is a best-selling author, motivational speaker and transformational coach that has helped thousands of people change their lives for the best. In this episode we go DEEP and talk about how the energy we embody and the consciousness we have, from the inside-out, greatly affects both the results we create and the fulfillment we have in the pursuit of our goals. Follow Preston here: ht...

Bass Kleph is a seasoned vet in the dance music industry. He began exploring electronic music production just as gear and software programs were becoming available. His obsession with creating and "following the fun" lead him to have a successful career as an artist and DJ and play shows all over the world. Now he teaches, coaches and mentors other music producers through his courses and...

MAKJ is a seasoned vet in the dance music industry. Launching his career in 2012 at the height of the dance music explosion in the Unites States, he has toured the world many times over, played at major festivals like EDC, Ultra and Coachella, put out multiple #1 Beatport hits and collaborated with A-list artists like Hardwell, Steve Aoki and more. In the episode we talk about where he gets his dr...

Frank Walker is a Canadian electronic music artist signed to Kygo's management team and record label. Inspired by the "golden era" of big room house music, he's been bringing back some of those classic sounds and feelings into his productions, racking up tens of millions of streams on Spotify in the process. In this episode we talk about how to curate DJ sets for different crow...

Next Headliner Mindset coaching group starts July 22! Get more info and sign up at www.nikcherwink.com/headlinermindset Lady Faith has a been a professional DJ for over 15 years and has been leading the charge to put hardstyle on the map in the United States. Immigrating from Iran at 7 years old, discovering dance music in the clubs of LA and starting off in the days of spinning vinyl records, she...

Laidback Luke is a legend in the dance music industry, with almost 30 years of experience as a DJ, producer and artist who has wrote timeless hits and toured the world many times over. In this episode we discuss the importance of helping your peers, the dangers of partying, surviving crazy touring schedules, imposter syndrome and much more. Follow Laidback Luke here: https://www.instagram.com/laid...

Next round of the Headliner Mindset coaching group and community starts July 22!  Click here for more info: https://www.nikcherwink.com/headlinermindset This week’s episode of the Headliner Mindset podcast features a truly magical artist and human, &friends. After leaving music behind and taking a 7 year hiatus, going on a deep journey of personal and spiritual development, Sean Thomas returne...

Franz Hilberath is a music publicist and founder of MP3 PR who has worked with a wide roster of bass music artists including Zedd's Dead, Rezz, Subtronics and more. He takes a customized approach to connect artists with the right publicity outlets to promote their releases, tours and more. In this episode we talk about how the role of publicity and PR has evolved over the years, MP3's ap...

Join The Cult Creatives "Build A Brand Workshop" - June 27-30 in Los Angeles Info here: https://thecultcreatives.com/workshop Anakim is a melodic techno artist who put the blinders on to go all-in on his goals and dreams. He's played at some of the biggest clubs with some of the biggest artists in the scene, toured internationally and recently launched his own record label "Cel...

Join The Cult Creatives "Build A Brand Workshop" - June 27-30 in Los Angeles Info here: https://thecultcreatives.com/workshop Hisham Dahud is a music producer and multi-instrumentalist who's artist project Rizik explores a wide variety of genres and adamantly refuses to be put in a box. After supporting artists for years through his digital marketing agency, teaching Music Business...