The Creative Journey - Going Where I Have to Go

Saxophonist and producer Mike Burton has worked with Jill Scott, Mary J. Blige, Patti LaBelle and many others, and has made appearances on The Tonight Show, Good Morning America, and Jimmy Kimmel. In this interview with Adam Cole, he describes his journey from his soul roots in Jackson, Missisippi through a jazz degree program at Indiana University, his discovery by Tyler Perry, and his career as...

Glo Boi is a young rap artist from Atlanta. In this interview, Host Adam Cole discusses the elements of beat-making, the elements of beats that appeal to today's young people, and the hazards and rewards of the profession. www.truermu.com The Creative Journey - Going Where You Have To Go is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid s...

In Part 2, New York songwriter and performer Steve Espinola continues his account of the song that took him forever to write, and some of the songs that he considers transitional for him. He also talks about his past. Be sure to look for Part 3! The Creative Journey - Going Where You Have To Go is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or...

The Creative Journey - Going Where You Have To Go is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Darcy Hamlin is 3rd Horn for the Milwakuee Symphony Orchestra and a veteran educator. In this interview with Host Adam Cole, she discusses the Horn in all its glory, its difficulties and its joys. She also discusses the life of...

Dr. Jason Bivins is the author of the remarkable book on jazz and religion, "Spirits Rejoice." In this interview, he talks with host Adam Cole about religion, music and the intersection of both. www.truermu.com #JasonBivins #religion #jazz The Creative Journey - Going Where You Have To Go is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid...

Dave Pickett is someone whose work you've probably seen without ever realizing you were looking at it. As one of the leading television and cinema colorists in the world, Dave has been enhancing images in commercials for products such as Coca-Cola and Moe's, and television and film projects including "Homework" and "The Adjustment Bureau." Yet he is also an accomplished songwriter whose most recen...

Adam interviews New York based songwriter and Wurlitzer repairman Steve Espinola. Steve's songs span a remarkable range from the absurd to the profound. Host Adam Cole talks songwriting with Steve and tries to find out the difference between his personality and his inner songwriter. Includes two Steve Espinola original songs! www.truermu.com Get full access to 88 Keys - A Pianist Making Connection...

In our interview with Bradley Cole Smith, we talk about what it takes to make it as a touring musician. The Creative Journey - Going Where You Have To Go is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to 88 Keys - A Pianist Making Connections at adam108.substack.com/subscribe

The Creative Journey - Going Where You Have To Go is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. In my interview with Atlanta songwriter and performer Bradley Cole Smith, we talk about songwriting, getting the gig, and making it as a musician. Bradley also performs some of his songs that deserve to be better known. Get full...

When I decided to take a jazz piano lesson for the first time in decades, I took one with Nick Rosen. It was a wonderful experience, and it led me to interview him for our podcast. We talk about jazz, teaching, and everything in between! Visit https://abetterpianoteacher.com to watch the video. Get full access to 88 Keys - A Pianist Making Connections at adam108.substack.com/subscribe

Bree Noble is a musician and entrepreneur dedicated to coaching women through successful music careers. In this interview she discusses how she came to serve her community and why it's important to her. https://adamthelearningcoach.com Get full access to 88 Keys - A Pianist Making Connections at adam108.substack.com/subscribe

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Rick Beato is a veteran music producer and an educator in jazz and classical music. With 1.6 million subscribers to his YouTube channel, Rick discusses a variety of topics from innovative recording techniques to what makes a song great. In this interview, Host Adam Cole discusses Rick's unique path to video icon status, what makes an artist great, and what the future holds for young musicians. www...

“I Picked Up My Guitar” is my newest recorded song. It’s the fifth song I produced for my album in progress, Mix Six. I’d love to hear what you think of this one. Your support allows me to keep recording and releasing songs! Get full access to 88 Keys - A Pianist Making Connections at adam108.substack.com/subscribe

Drummer Liberty Devitto was Billy Joel’s drummer during the height of the singer-songwriter’s career. In this interview, he goes deep into the songs, and the job, of the classic Billy Joel Band. He also talks about life after Billy Joel, and the “bubble” effect of celebrity. Need my support in your creative endeavors? Visit https://adamthelearningcoach.com Get full access to 88 Keys - A Pianist Ma...

In this introduction I briefly describe who I am, and why I started interviewing people. I’d like to hear from you, so if you have a comment, question or suggestion, please leave a comment, or write me at adam@acole.net Get full access to 88 Keys - A Pianist Making Connections at adam108.substack.com/subscribe