The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter

Get valuable insider access to Johnny’s marketing mind as he positively critiques an artist’s social media strategy in a brand new C.L.I.M.B. Show mini-series called Social Media Challenge. Every other week, Johnny will record a meeting with a listener and critique the artist’s social media strategy. All the good stuff and the stuff they need to improve on. This will be incredible information you...

How would like to be a fly on the wall at one of Brent’s “Play For Publisher” events experiencing feedback on 10 songs that were picked out of 250 to be presented to a hit publisher? What could you learn? How could you grow? In this episode, Brent and Johnny review, in detail, some of the comments that Scot Sherrod (VP of Rare Spark Media Group) shared with the 10 songwriters who’s songs qualified...

Songwriters…how would YOU write this one? Brent & Johnny are under pressure as they have 18 minutes to dream up 4-5 different conceptual approaches to writing lyrics for the song title “Curves”. PS: If you’d like to participate in the Song Title Challenge experience privately, or if you feel like you want to repair your song or prepare your song, schedule a coaching session with Brent today. Go to...

How did indie artist Jacob Cade, a 17-year-old rock & roll guitar player ascend from the local rock bars in Denver, Colorado to working with legendary rock producer, Michael Wagener (Ozzy, Alice Cooper, Queen, Metallica, Motley Crue, Skid Row), to juggling tour dates on a national level? You can learn the answer to this and more in our in-depth interview with Daredevil Production Artist, Jacob Cad...

MAJOR changes have happened at Daredevil Production that directly affect the Expand Your Brand mini-sode series of this podcast. Get ready for a REALLY cool new make-over that will be interactive in helping CLIMBers tighten up their social media efforts. Our new mini-sode “pullout” episodes will be called Social Media Challenge. YOU email your social media links to info@daredevilproduction.com and...

Just because you fancy yourself a great writer in one genre, doesn’t necessarily mean that you can easily apply that momentum to writing for another one. Different genre’s have different codes. Brent and Johnny get into some personal stories about to bring humility and awareness when you’re writing for a new genre because the code is different. PS: Listen through to the end to get an opportunity t...

How would YOU write this one? CLIMBers send in song titles to info@daredevilproduction.com (put SONG TITLE CHALLENGE in the subject line please) and Johnny springs the title live on the air to Brent. They’re under the gun and have to craft up 4-5 different conceptual ideas for writing the song title, “Honkytonk Chariot”. It’s a super-fun creative exercise that teaches writers how to dig down deepe...

Are you sick of obnoxious random artists spamming your social media feeds trying to get you to listen to their music? Do you avoid promotion of your music because you’re afraid of being this obnoxious, spammy artist? Here’s your problem: in order to get your music in front of new eyeballs, which is MISSION CRITICAL to growing your audience, you’re going to have to consistently interrupt stranger’s...

How exactly are you supposed to create culture? It requires patience and some consistency. Here are a few different ideas that work for the CLIMB Community and other communities. PS: If you’re even attempting to market your music, you’re wasting valuable time and money trying to figure it out on your own. Schedule a consultation today and we’ll craft a customized strategy that will deliver immedia...

When do you throw in the towel? When is it time to quit? Some songs are written in 15 minutes and some take years; why? Comparing yourself to other songwriters can be a deadly exercise. So how long should it take to write a song? Brent and Johnny go DEEP into the subject of this often asked question. There are some eye opening real world stories they share that will certainly bring a perspective t...

Hey songwriters, how would YOU write this song title? Have you ever wondered what the first 15 minutes of a pro songwriting session is like? Brent and Johnny mimic this as they’re under the gun with just 15 minutes to craft 4-5 different conceptual approaches to writing lyrics for the song title “Different Shades Of You”. PS: If you have a song title and you’d like to engage Brent privately to wor...

Do you want to be a better artist? Do you aspire to be a GREAT artist? Well life as a better artist begins at the end of your comfort zone. Joe Rogan interviewed one of my favorite Rockstars and every single second was profound. When you find out who the Rockstar was, you’ll have a hard time believe that, but it’s true, and you won’t stop having aha moments. Johnny and Brent break down the essence...

How do you feel about the engagement on your Instagram account? Could it be better? The value of your account as well as the impact has EVERYTHING to do with the engagement and little to do with the actual number of followers. Remember, this is all about creating culture. This Instagram engagement hack that we share with you on this episode will turn up your engagement immediately. PS: if you have...

Are you writing, playing, and performing for passion or for profit? Are they mutually exclusive concepts when it comes to your art? When someone makes money with their art, have they sold out? Brent & Johnny dive deep into this debate in this episode. PS: Downloads Brent’s FREE ebook Think Like A Pro Songwriter by clicking THIS LINK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How would YOU write this one? Brent and Johnny are under the gun when they have only 15 minutes (ish) to craft up 4-5 different conceptual approaches to writing lyrics for the song title “Love Above”. If you have a song title that you’d like to submit to possibly be used on the podcast, please email it to info@daredevilproduction.com and put SONG TITLE CHALLENGE in the subject line. PS: If you’d l...

Do you struggle getting people to hear your music? Do you feel like you’re playing for the same old crowd all the time? In this episode, we’ll blow your mind by showing you how promotion is something you actually do every day and like doing. It’s about the hang. It’s about creating YOUR culture. Additionally, we’ll reveal how to create your culture and find new people who’ll want to listen to your...

Are you a little confused on social media? Do you think there are things you don’t know that could make your social media accounts more effective as an artist? These 5 questions will change your life. PS: Imagine how it would feel knowing exactly what you have to do every day to get your music HEARD and exactly how to make that happen. Imagine seeing results every darn day. Schedule a consultation...

Are you hung up on thinking that you can’t be a professional songwriter, artist, or musician unless you have some kind of degree? In this episode, Brent and Johnny explore the reality of quality work in the music industry. Is it influenced in a positive way by education? Is it only necessary to have heart, soul, and a good work ethic? Do you need a fancy education to get ahead in the music industr...

How would you write this one? Get inside the mind of a hit songwriter as Brent & Johnny craft up 5-6 different conceptual approaches for writing lyrics to the song title, “6-Pack & A Prayer”. If you would like to engage Brent to work with you privately on your song title or if you need to prepare/repair your song, schedule a coaching session today. Go to SongwritingPro.com/coaching and pick your t...

Here’s your problem…this is the reason you’re not finding new fans. This episode will also eliminate, completely, your disdain for marketing your music…because it’s NOT at all about promoting yourself. PS: Get the free download 21 Biggest Reasons You Don’t Have More Fans  Just go to GiftFromJohnny.com and tell me where to send it.  PPS: Imagine how you would feel if you knew exactly what to do eve...

How much do you know about your current fans? How much do you know about your future fans? Do you know where they shop? What they drive? What they like to drink? In this mini-sode, Lexi and Johnny reveal some VERY cool places in your Facebook app that will help you learn a TON about the who, what, where, when, and why of your future fans. PS: You have to focus on creating culture more than anythin...

Do you think your songs are great? Here are a number of reasons you should probably pump the breaks a bit and stop calling your songs great…because it could make you look like a rookie. PS: Are you having trouble getting your songs heard by professional publishers and industry experts? Here’s your chance to submit your song(s) and hear exactly what happens when a publisher critiques them. Download...

How would you write this one? Listen to what the first 15 minutes of a pro songwriting session typically sounds like. They have a song title, “Please Don’t Stop Here” that is submitted by a member of the CLIMB Community. Then Brent & Johnny craft up multiple lyrical approaches to writing the song title before digging in. Sometimes the most obvious concept is the right one, but many times it’s not....

Are you a woman, a person of color, an LGTBQ person who feels underrepresented in the music industry? Are you an artist that feels like there are incredible barriers to overcome in the industry to get a fair shake? You’ll love the breakdown and inspiring analysis that Johnny and Brent give on this Billboard Magazine article about this very subject. To read this article, you can download the free P...

Have you ever thought about “gaming the system” to get more followers on social media? How about more engagement? How’s that working out for you? In this Mini-sode, Lexi and Johnny tackle some do’s and don’ts for growing your social media, expanding your audience, and getting your music HEARD. PS: If you’re ready to stop wasting your valuable time on useless growth tactics that don’t grow your aud...