The EntreMusician

I recorded this episode in honor of my beautiful wife, Lori and on the 26th Anniversary of our marriage, April 8th. As we have celebrated and reminiscence our relationship, I gleaned Five Important Principles which directly apply to EntreMusicianship and can be employed immediately to improve our Mindset, Discipline and Focus. I share these principles transparently, with my heart toward your incre...

THE IMPORTANCE OF YOUR VOICE This Topic is the third & final episode in the series, “You & Your Voice.” This series has nothing to do with your Speaking or Singing Voice or even the signature sound settings for your instrument. This lesson has everything to do with the importance of Your Music, Songs & Platform Speaking Truth to Power and changing your surroundings and life itself for...

K. Sparks aka Kyle Andre Hunter is a musician, lyricist, performer, griot, futurist marketeer, entrepreneurial businessman, has written over 500 songs. As the CEO of RhythmCouture globally working with an eclectic mix of exceptionally talented musicians and producers. He has favorably impacted, shifted the music product placement paradigm. His Licensing Company, RhythmCouture has placed music in t...

Two Time Grammy Nominee, Jazz Funk Bassist Extraordinaire, David Dyson has traveled the world as Music Director for New Kids on The Block, toured with Pieces of a Dream, Walter Beasley and embarked on a new mission with jazz fusionists Unit 3 Deep. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, David is proficient in writing, arranging and producing multiple genres and styles of music. In this episode, w...

Your Unique Voice is the second episode in the series, “You & Your Voice.” This series has nothing to do with your Speaking or Singing Voice or even the signature sound settings for your instrument. This lesson has everything to do with the power of YOU being the very best You, you were put on this earth to be. Your Voice is Unique, Powerful & Important! In our previous show, we provided y...

Multi-Instrumentalist, Producer, Vocalist and Songwriter Jeanne Ricks has penned successful songs for legendary artists such as George Benson (“Love Remembers”), Anita Pointer (“Thorny Rose,” “Always” and “Stronger”), Chaka Khan (“Don’t Ask Me”) and Nick Colionne (“Only 2C U Smile”). Jeanne is the Author of Two Books, including “The Biology of Beating Stress” and is a speaker, researcher, blogger...

⠀Award-winning Hammond ® organist ​/keyboardist Vel Lewis is an accomplished singer, producer, and arranger, whose music cancan be found on well-known TV shows The Sopranos, Mad About You, Friends, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air , and many more. Vel has performed on the same concert stages with Frankie Beverly and Maze, The O'Jays, Grover Washington, The Spinners, The Whispers, The Stylistics, The Su...

This Episode of The EntreMusician we provide Seven Amazing Ways to Raise Your Voice.  No, Not Your Musical or Artistic Voice, as important as that is, but your inner, spiritual voice which helps define who YOU Are.    This is the first in a series of three entitled "Raising Your Voice."   On The Front Burner (5:20) We Discuss a Case of Unethical Copyright Infringement.  Co...

In2ative is an innovative duo based in Cleveland, Ohio that boldly defies traditional boundaries. Their unique sound specializes in the fusing of various styles, ranging from classical to rock, hip hop to electronic. Kimberly Zaleski plays Flute & Does Vocals Trevor Kazarian plays Cello, Does Vocals & Beatboxes Called “hot, and edgy,” IN2ATIVE’s fresh, innovative voice has captivated audie...

GREG BOYER Greg Joined Parliament/Funkadelic in 1978 and played with them until'96. He also gigged with Go-Go King Chuck Brown in between PFunk Tours. He began touring with Maceo Parker who introduced him to Prince and he began recording and touring with his NPG Band, in the meantime becoming an arranger. In his storied career, Gre gas recorded and played with Shelia E., Bootsy Collins, Gap Band,...

William Hanford Lee Jr. is a self-contained singer, songwriter, composer and producer. A native of Sacramento, California, Lee has been performing since the age of 12 and writing and producing since the age of 15. As a composer he has compiled an impressive list of trailers including "Walk The Line" (20th Century Fox), "Man On Fire" (20th Century Fox), "Bad Boys II" (Columbia Pictures) and "House...

This Episode Finalizes our series which we began at the dawn of this new year. We examine and explain the three foundational words which exemplify The EntreMusician are: MINDSET DISCIPLINE FOCUS Today, We Unpack the Five Manifestations which comprise a clear focus: Foresight Defined Specificity Insight Reality Reflection We take deep dives into each of these instances. They help us sharpen our vis...

Three words which exemplify The EntreMusician are: Mindset Discipline Focus This second session in our series examines and explains the level of Discipline needed to be an EntreMusician. Sweat Equity, Attention to Detail, Tenacity and Intentional Integrity are integral to the daily grind. We share the meat and potatoes, failures and successes and practical ways to stay motivated in the journey Wel...

Season Three of The EntreMusician begins with digging into the Very Three Words that Define Our Existence: Mindset Discipline Focus This episodes nose dives into the mindset of The EntreMusician. This mindset encompasses both the attitude and ironclad will of a man or woman determined to attain every goal they have set for themselves, in spite of any detour or obstacle which comes their way. We di...

My Name is Jere B  I Am The EntreMusician and So Are You!   The EntreMusician is the Space where we Concentrate on the Mindset, Discipline & Focus of The EntreMusician and this episode is no exception!   We Kick Off the New Year (Re)Introducing Ourselves to Our "EntreMunity" and spend time unpacking our core values and goals for 2021!    We are also delighted to be a p...

We Carefully Close Up Our Final Episode on Preparing with Offering Three Effective Tools which You can use - today to Kick 2021 Off on an Excellent Start! I Take You Through My Implementation Process of Each Tool and Suggest Ways these will Help You Too! Although these are not Official Endorsements or Reviews (at least not the First Two), I use Each Daily and have gotten so much more more accompli...

This Episode is a Very Special Christmas Edition featuring an Ultra EntreMusician, Contemporary Christian Singer, Songwriter, Radio Host & Producer Beth Champion Mason who just launched her dynamic Online Course, 5 Star Songwriting, which coaches songwriters at every level.  Beth lovingly shares her Artistry, Faith & Testimony which has helped sustain and propel her to becoming the 1s...

On This Episode, We Break Away From The Serious Topics of Preparing & Planning to Discuss Another Item Heavy on the Minds of EM...GEAR!! As You May Know, I have had to Rebuild My Studio Space from Scratch during this past summer. With a very limited budget, I able to cobble together hardware, a DAW and plug ins that future proof me and helped prohibit my urge to binge shop during the Black Fri...

Most Creatives Miss The Target By Failing To Plan. In Our Last Episode We Discussed WHY Planning Is A Must! Others Simply Don't Know How. Within this episode, we share six activities you can engage to establish a healthy rhythm of planning, no matter how large the task. Feel Free to Provide Comments on How You Plan and the Success It Is Bringing to You! Join Us @ TheEntreMusician Donate via Cash A...

As We Round Third Towards Home, Closing Out A Most Interesting, Volatile and Chaotic Year, Our Goal is Still Centered on Preparing For Absolute Year, Come What May in 21.  Most Creatives Miss The Target By Failing To Plan and in this episode we lay out three extremely important reasons why EntreMusicians MUST plan appropriately and thoroughly! I Mention This Author and His Book for Further Re...

This Special Episode features a soulful conversation with EntreMusician & Co-founder of IndieFlow, a project management platform for artists which helps us plan, process and keep track of our entire workflow.  IndieFlow provides the infrastructure to distribute our music, increase collaboration opps and network with venues, agencies and other resources while keeping our eyes on the compen...

This Final Episode of our Series "PREPARING," focuses on The Serious Power of Our Voice. The Spiritual, Life Giving Manifestations or Destructiveness of what comes out of our mouths sets the course for our destiny and we dive very deep.  Until We Can Harness The Power of Our Words, We Will Be Powerless and Unsuccessful. It's That Simple. I Mention This Author and His Book for Further Reading:...

This Second Episode of our Series "PREPARING," focuses on Our Perspective, Viewpoint and Outlook on Our Lives & Profession as we race toward the New Year. Before we can began focusing on Goal Setting, Planning and the additional aspects of putting your New & Next together, you must take a healthy dive into what you see in, about and around you! I Mention These Authors and Their Books for F...

This Special Episode features a soulful conversation with Composer/Producer/Musician & Author Michael Elsner.    Michael is the Developer & Director of the Online Course Master Music Licensing , of which I am an active student.   As a songwriter and producer, Michael has over 2000 original song placements in over 750 TV episodes, and has contributed music to over 180 individ...

This Episode begins a New Series entitled "PREPARING," as we look forward to the New Year, A New Project or whatever the 'Next' might be in your Career. Before we can began focusing on Goal Setting, Planning and the additional aspects of putting your New & Next together, we must take a healthy dive into what you think about you! I Mention These Authors and Their Books for Further Reading: Watt...