The Hustling Artist's Podcast

Kendrick Mitchel and Jahir Hipps are Swings in the current production of MJ the Musical First National Tour.  Kendrick plays the role of Jermaine, Tito, Quincy, Nick, Rob, Joe and Dave. Jahir covers Jermaine, Jackie, Tito, Quincy, Nick, Alejandro and Dave.  They join the podcast today to  discuss the job of a swing and how to navigate playing so many different roles, and sometimes 2 on the same da...

In this episode of The Hustling Artist's Podcast, host Mesia Austin sits down with professional boxer Willie Shaw, Jr.   from Oakland, Ca.   Willie has had 20 bouts professional bouts including Josue Vargas and Trevor Thompson.   We discuss the art of Boxing including training routines, the pressures of high level performance as well as the mental and emotional component of competing. We also disc...

In this episode of The Hustling Artist's Podcast, host Mesia Austin sits down with child performers, Josiah Benson, Jaylen Hunter, Ethan Joseph and their mothers Felicia Benson, Crystelle Jones and Ava Joseph to highlight the careers and experiences of these young artists as well as the sacrifice parents make to make sure their kids are able to follow their dreams.   While Josiah, Jaylen and Ethan...

In this episode of The Hustling Artist Podcast with, host Mesia Austin; tuba player Matt Owen founder of Eclectic Tuba plays full time with Admiral Phunk Brass Band Opposite Box and Andy Frasco and the UN.    Matt is a leading innovator in electronic music for wind instruments and has created a unique avenue as he performs 250+ shows per year. He has collaborated with Galactic, Keller Williams, Th...

In this episode of the Hustling Artist's Podcast, with host Mesia Austin; Chloe Davis, a New York based Choreographer, Dancer, Actor and Author stops by to discuss her career.   She shares how her career started and how she transitioned into theater, tv and film from concert dance (4:35).   Chloe also shares the importance of Philadanco and Camille A. Brown in her artistic development (9:30)and th...

In this episode of The Hustling Artist's Podcast, with host Mesia Austin; Emma Ford a drummer from Sydney, Australia working her way through the Broadway Scene stops by the Hustling Artist Podcast to discuss her transition from Sydney to NYC (3:36), breaking into the industry through networking (11:50) and her thoughts on believing in your skillset enough to take chances (18:00).   Last we finish...

In this episode of The Hustling Artist's Podcast, with host Mesia Austin; Jennifer Wharton a Low Brass Freelancer, Band leader of Bonegasm (Trombone Quartet), a Broadway chair holder and sub and a NYC Ballet Sub discusses her educational path coming from Los Medanos Community College to manifesting freelancing opportunities (4:45). She also shares her thoughts on the value in versatility and   iss...

In this episode of The Hustling Artist's Podcast, with host Mesia Austin; Dan Rudin a New York based Pianist, discusses his role as a Music Assistant on the Broadway Musical; Caroline, or Change (2:55). He credits much of his success to studying with and working under Jeanine Tesori at City Center and Yale University (4:55). He then shares how he landed a sub position on Caroline, or Change and ho...

The Hustling Artist's Podcast, with host, Mesia Austin begins season 3 first episode with Joshua Keith as he reflects on his role in Paradise Square and being cast in an ensemble role on Broadway (1:18).   He then dives into how he refined his Acting, Singing and dancing skills (6:08) as well as his move to NYC (11:45).   Finally Joshua shares his insights on the difficulties of being an Artist (1...

Justin Q Williams stops by the Hustling Artist's Podcast to talk about his interior design business, Trademark Design Company which began in 2009 .   He details how he was introduced to the business and educates us on the importance of interior design.   Justin is a highly sought after Interior designer who has an extensive experience in all elements of design, including commercial design, set des...

Steven Hickerson stops by the Hustling Artist's Podcast to talk about his newly released music, "Belongs to You" and "Reset" and his new Recording Company: Gospel Renaissance Muzik Group. and the business side of the Gospel Industry. Steven digs into the business side of the Gospel Industry, providing a snapshot of his career by detailing his initial experience with music and how that lead to work...

This weeks #HustlingArtist Episode presents Camille Moten, freelance dance artist from central New Jersey. Camille shares her thoughts on the dance industry, including her personal   investigation of the African American diaspora within the context of Western art, as well as the the economy and the daily grind of a freelance dance artist. camillemoten.com, ig: @withlove_cam ig: @mesiadrums, @hustl...

Join #hustlinartist Rob Opitz and Mesia Austin in a discussion about Education, Commercial Artistry, establishing networks and much more! Rob Optitz, freelance trumpet player who is somewhat of a chameleon. Not only is he a commercial artist, he is also an Artist-in-residence at Kennesaw State University where he teaches jazz trumpet and leads one of their three big bands. He is also the Bandleade...

Join this week's #hustlinartist Marcus Hawkins, founder of "Marcus Hawkins Media". Not only does this artist own a successful media business in Atlanta, Ga, but is also an educator, composer, freelance percussionist, hiphop artist and more. Check out his podcast! Like and Subscribe. marcushawkinsmedia.com  @hustlinartist @mesiadrums

Join January Fonseca-Sabune, barbershop owner of January's in Montclair, NJ, in a conversation about the artistry of barbering and the support for women in the barbering community. January has competed and placed in major barbering competitions such as the Barber Expo, Jersey Shore Hair Battle, and The Concrete Jungle Hair Battle, where in some cases, she was the only female participant. Listen to...

Host Mesia Austin is Kicking off 2019 with #HustlingArtist, Raphael Torn.   In a discussion about the business of freelancing and respecting cultural norms while studying specific musical traditions.  

An awesome conversation with Victor Ryan Robertson about pursuing an unorthodox path, insecurities, and overcoming yourself for the success of your career. Vic's recent performances include, "The Phantom of the Opera" on Broadway, Terrence Blanchard's "Champion" at the Kennedy Center and "Merry Widow" with the Metropolitan Opera.

artist : Josh Montcalm   hustle : screenwriting   This week's featured #hustlinartist is native New Yorker, Josh Montcalm! Josh has been writing for 10 plus years, and his most recent work, "Cicada 3301" was directed by Alan Ritchson. He's no stranger to the hustle: it took him 18 screenplays before his 19th work was adapted for the screen. His path is lined with persistence and endurance. Listen...

Casey Cooper, or "COOP3RDRUMM3R," with a lot of #hustle, built a YouTube channel that is now the most viewed and subscribed YouTube drumming channel per month in the world and continues to grow at an astounding rate. With over 7 million monthly views, Cooper's channel reaches musicians around the world as he aspires to entertain and the world. Website: http://coop3rdrumm3r.com Instagram: @coop3rdr...

Jaimeo Brown is an educator, activist and artist whose work is a call to transcend: transcend traditional limits of creativity;  transcend oppression; transcend from one to all -  via artistic, technological and historical exploration, and the essential humanity that unites us.     Website : jaimeobrown.com Social Media Facebook: Jaimeo Brown Transcendence Instagram: jaimeobrowntranscendence Youtu...