Made It In Music: Interviews With Artists, Songwriters, And Music Industry Pros

www.fullcirclemusic.org Kyle Wilson dives into the media and how you can use it to reach other people. How to expand the tools that you use everyday. Marketing is about being genuine and connecting to people. At some point you have to be a marketer no matter what you're doing. Another cool thing he touches on is who you surround yourself with. If you have a desire to be a guitar player. Then surro...

www.fullcirclemusic.org If you’ve heard of FairTrade Records then you have heard of Jeff Moseley. He talks about his first company INO and to what we know now as FairTrade. Being a part of songs like “Awesome God” and “I Can Only Imagine” amongst many more. Jeff at first pursued to become a Pastor but then decided to go into broadcasting. We get the privilege to hear his story of being a DJ, inter...

www.fullcirclemusic.org We have Michael W Smith with us today. With a career that's been going on for more than 30 years, his next project marking it his 30th release, acting career, etc., he made time to come hangout with us. He touches on his back story. Going through the different times and what choices he made on his journey. He shares some of the good times and the bad ones. A topic that's wi...

www.fullcirclemusic.org We have Seth Morrison the guitarist for Skillet with us today. He gives us the inside look of his story from playing guitar at church every weekend and working full-time for his dad to where he is now touring the world. Seth talks about the perseverance he has with a never give up attitude. We find out that there are more important things than just being a good guitar playe...

www.fullcirclemusic.org Here is a new interview with Ben Calhoun (the lead singer of Citizen Way). He talks about his life and the journey his family have gone on. With an album that just came out, he mentioned the writing process that took place for it. The inspirations that came forth and the trust in God that he depended on. He offers some good advice about planning for success, being around a...

www.fullcirclemusic.org X talks about his journey that took him from a marine biologist and garage band to now being a Grammy Winning Engineer / Producer. The commitment he put into his internship and the difference between him and some of his friends. Even with a degree he touches on the book knowledge vs real world knowledge. Learning how to multitask, gear repair, and truly being a servant of t...

www.fullcirclemusic.org In this episode, we hear from Manafest as he tells his story of going from music hobbyist to the thriving artist he is today. He shares his experiences learning about the music business through touring, marketing albums through crowd funding campaigns, and much more. www.fullcirclemusic.org We just posted a free course on the Fundamentals of Songwriting at  http://skl.sh/1L...

www.fullcirclemusic.org In this episode, we sit down with fellow songwriter and podcaster, Paul Duncan. He shares a fantastic tip for us that you “don't have to let your location limit your collaboration”. He talks about how he got his first CCM cut using this technique. He also has a great podcast called, SongCraft, which we highly recommend. We hear from him about the importance of his first men...

Brad O'Donnell joins us for a great interview at the Full Circle Music studios. He runs A&R at Capitol Records. He has been a part of or works with artists such as Michael W. Smith, Chris Tomlin, Hillsong, Amy Grant, and 2016 Grammy Winner for best contemporary album of the year, TobyMac. That's just to name a few. In this podcast he talks about his life as a producer before taking on the role...

We welcome Jason Ingram to Full Circle Music studios. He is a producer, songwriter, and artist with multiple SESAC songwriter of the year awards, Dove Awards, and Grammy Awards, with more #1 Radio Hits than most ever see. His credits include Brandon Heath, Hillsong, Chris Tomlin, Tenth Avenue North, Casting Crowns, and MercyMe. He talks about the idea that “your calendar will tell me if you're a s...

In today's interview, we dive into the back story of multi-talented Producer, Writer, Multi-Instrumentalist, and arranger, Tim Lauer. His credits include Taylor Swift, Blake Shelton, Megadeth, The Civil Wars, Michael W Smith, Coke, BMW, Kraft, and many more…In fact, he now has credits in four decades and is an EMMY AWARD NOMINEE. He talks about a great system he calls “re-treds”, where he sa...

In this episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with John Mays, Vice President of A&R with Centricity Music. John Mays is a legend in music and friendship, and as you listen you'll know why. Enjoy!   .fca_eoi_form p { width: auto; }#fca_eoi_form_269 input{max-width:9999px;}#fca_eoi_form_269 *{box-sizing:border-box;}#fca_eoi_form_269 div.fca_eoi_form_text_element,#fca_eoi_form_269 inp...

In this episode we sit down with entertainment lawyer Jason Turner from Keller Turner Ruth Andrews & Ghanem, PLLC. Jason has worked with so many in the music biz including OneRepublic, Backstreet Boys and our own Seth Mosley. Jason fills us in on the importance of great counsel in your corner, and why it's crucial to make sure you have the best chance of success.   .fca_eoi_form p { width...

In this episode we sit down with mix engineer Sean Moffitt. When he's not earning awards he is mixing world renown records. Hear his insights, and enjoy!   .fca_eoi_form p { width: auto; }#fca_eoi_form_269 input{max-width:9999px;}#fca_eoi_form_269 *{box-sizing:border-box;}#fca_eoi_form_269 div.fca_eoi_form_text_element,#fca_eoi_form_269 input.fca_eoi_form_input_element,#fca_eoi_form_269 input...

In this episode we sit down with Centricity Music General Manager, Steve Ford. Steve talks about his history in the music biz, the importance of working your way up, winging it and having balance in the industry.   .fca_eoi_form p { width: auto; }#fca_eoi_form_269 input{max-width:9999px;}#fca_eoi_form_269 *{box-sizing:border-box;}#fca_eoi_form_269 div.fca_eoi_form_text_element,#fca_eoi_form_2...

In this episode we sit down with artist and songwriter Mia Fieldes. We talk about the importance of being tenacious in your craft, having a million (song) babies, waiting to eat the marshmallow and being generous with your gift. Enjoy!   .fca_eoi_form p { width: auto; }#fca_eoi_form_269 input{max-width:9999px;}#fca_eoi_form_269 *{box-sizing:border-box;}#fca_eoi_form_269 div.fca_eoi_form_text_...

In this episode we sit down with Engineer and Producer Neal Avron. Neal's credits include everyone from Sara Bareilles and The Wallflowers to Everclear and Fall Out Boy.   .fca_eoi_form p { width: auto; }#fca_eoi_form_269 input{max-width:9999px;}#fca_eoi_form_269 *{box-sizing:border-box;}#fca_eoi_form_269 div.fca_eoi_form_text_element,#fca_eoi_form_269 input.fca_eoi_form_input_element,#fca_eo...

In this episode we chat with songwriting hall of fame award winner, Tom Douglas. Tom has written hit songs for Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw and many, many others.   .fca_eoi_form p { width: auto; }#fca_eoi_form_269 input{max-width:9999px;}#fca_eoi_form_269 *{box-sizing:border-box;}#fca_eoi_form_269 div.fca_eoi_form_text_element,#fca_eoi_form_269 input.fca_eoi_form_input_elemen...

In this episode we sit down with producing legend and Gospel Music Hall of Fame member, Brown Bannister. Brown has deservingly earned 14 Grammy Awards and 25 Dove Awards.   .fca_eoi_form p { width: auto; }#fca_eoi_form_269 input{max-width:9999px;}#fca_eoi_form_269 *{box-sizing:border-box;}#fca_eoi_form_269 div.fca_eoi_form_text_element,#fca_eoi_form_269 input.fca_eoi_form_input_element,#fca_e...

In this episode we sit down in the studio and chat with mixer and producer, Reid Shippen. Reid has mixed 10 Grammy winning projects, and has worked with everyone from Keith Urban and Kenny Chesney to India. Arie and Death Cab for Cutie.   .fca_eoi_form p { width: auto; }#fca_eoi_form_269 input{max-width:9999px;}#fca_eoi_form_269 *{box-sizing:border-box;}#fca_eoi_form_269 div.fca_eoi_form_text...

  Interview with Seth Mosley. In this, our inaugural episode, we hear from host, Seth Mosley. He is a Grammy, SESAC, Billboard and Dove award winning songwriter and producer whose credits include For King and Country, Newsboys, Jon Foreman and High Valley.   .fca_eoi_form p { width: auto; }#fca_eoi_form_269 input{max-width:9999px;}#fca_eoi_form_269 *{box-sizing:border-box;}#fca_eoi_form_...