The Musician's Venture

On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with singer/songwriter, guitarist and artist TAE. TAE performs mainly as a one-woman band, pulling influences from soul, R&B and Pop/Rock. After a debut album in 2020, TAE teams up with The Neighborly to bring out another album in the summer of 2023 as a full band. Find more info about TAE at: taemusic.com Check out more about TMV Podcast at www.themusicians...

On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with Isiah Driessen, a western psychedelic folk musician. Mainly singing acoustic originals, Isiah doesn't hold back telling personal stories in his music and as well as expanding on them in this podcast. Isiah started out in the band Salmon run, and now works with The Cedar Project, connecting local musicians. To find more info about Isiah's project at: www.the...

On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with singer/songwriter Abby Shreve! Originally from Kenosha, Wisconsin, Abby now finds herself interning at Tree Sound Studios in Atlanta Georgia. She recently released her debut single "Misery" which can be heard at the end of this episode. Tune in to hear about her perspective about her very new and very fresh experiences in the music industry. Find more info...

Emily White is back! Back in Wisconsin and back on the podcast. On this episode, we join her and Allison and Nick at Emily's reception in Nō Studios. This event was to kick off the recording of Emily's second season of the How to Build a Sustainable Music Career and Collect all Revenue Streams podcast - the number one Music Business Podcast in the World! Follow us through our interviews with event...

On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with Milwaukee based female vocalist B.D. Greer! Returning to Wisconsin after 21 years in New York, B.D. has been immersing herself comfortably in Milwaukee's music scene - so far as to be named Milwaukee's Best Female Vocalist of 2022! Reflecting on her time in New York, B.D. talks performances, music communities, and shifting her focus to working in hospitalit...

On this episode, Allison Emm talks with internationally renowned accordionist and composer Stas Venglevski! Writing since he was 5 years old, Stas now holds a Masters of Music from the Russian Academy of Music in Moscow. Now Stas is taking gigs all over in Milwaukee and has immersed himself in the local scene. Find more info about Stas at www.stasv.com Check out more about TMV Podcast at www.themu...

On this episode, Nick O'Brien talk with the founder of RAF & Company, and vocalist and bass guitar player for Secret Menu, Raf! RAF & Company comes together as "the collective spirit between creatives," and is known as a group that is always changing and shifting and healing through music. Raf gives insight into his journey into creating and releasing music in a way that is at the same tim...

On this episode, we are joined by both current TMV host and previous TMV host, Nick O'Brien and Allison Emm! They reflect on interviews and milestones and progress on the podcast this year as we close out 2022 with The Musician's Venture!

On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with Ben Harold of Ben Harold and the Rising! Growing up on Washington Island, Ben started off as a solo act and eventually quit his day job to pursue music with a band full time! These days, Ben is working on a new album, planning tours for 2023, and rereleases. Find more info about Ben Harold at: https://youtu.be/XRFH8zsfKcE https://youtu.be/c4P5x-Iuiao Check...

On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with full time musician, singer-songwriter Kal Schimmers! Kal grew up watching his family around him playing music, and soon began pursuing music form an early age. Growing up in Appleton, Kal was influenced by all the wonderful music venues and events that the city has to offer. Find more info about Kal at: https://linktr.ee/KalSchimmers Check out more about TM...

On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with Milwaukee-based independent artist, film maker, creative director, and lyricist Bisca Rae! Bisca talks creativity, collaboration, and community! Through her life, Bisca has built herself up on her own and works hard to give voice to what she cares about. Find more info about Bisca at: https://linktr.ee/Biscarae Check out more about TMV Podcast at www.themus...

On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with therapist turned musician from Tasmania, Australia - John Justus! John is the main songwriter/creative for Hallowtribe. Hallowtribe was made with the idea of a "group of people that helps eachother meet their fullest potential,"(in John's words). John talks moving from being a therapist to becoming a full time musician here in Milwaukee Wisconsin. Find more...

On this episode, Nick O'Brien is rejoined with previous host, Allison Emm! The two talk about a wide range of musician-related topics. Tune in to hear their thoughts on pricing, what success really means, and the diversity of being a musician. Check out more about TMV Podcast at www.themusiciansventure.com , @themusiciansventure on Facebook and Instagram, and @MusicianVenture on Twitter.

On this episode, Nick O’Brien talks with Texas born and raised musician, Jesse Stratton! Jesse talks about learning to play the saxophone, staying busy in the music scene, and playing all over Texas and Wisconsin. Jesse values music that is very moving and emotional and works with the Jesse Stratton band to bring these songs to life on stage. Find more info about Jesse at: www.jessestrattonmusic.c...

On this weeks episode, Nick O'Brien takes the podcast on site at the Wise Fest! Ran by the two members of Wise Jennings, this was the festivals first year being put on in a new location at the Kettle Moraine Ranch in Eagle, Wisconsin. Nick and Allison talk with a few prominent people and artists: Melissa Jennings, one of the musicians and runner of the festival, Allie Thomas, who runs their social...

On this episode, Allison Emm chimes in on the heavy question: is college necessary for career growth? For musicians, this may have an even more complicated answer. Allison finds her inspiration from a blog post by Lauren LaFond on the Wisconsin Music Ventures website that can be found here: https://wisconsinmusicventures.com/2022/09/20/continuing-music-education-university-or-no/ Check out more ab...

On this episode, Nick O’Brien talks with Emile Pandolfi. He is a second generation Italian from New York. As a pianist, Emile has traveled the world playing pop standards with over 30 solo albums on his own label, selling over 3.5 million copies and 1 million streams a month on Spotify. A 25+ year musical career has led to him being known as a premier pop pianist. Today, he spends a lot of time on...

On this episode, Allison talks again with Mark Tonelli - artist, author, songwriter and professor. Since speaking 7 months ago, Mark recaps with us his trip to Brazil. He spent his time playing soccer, immersing in the language, and teaching electric guitar. Tune in to hear about his adventures! Find more info about Mark at: www.mtonalmusic.com Check out more about TMV Podcast at www.themusiciansv...

On this episode, Nick O’Brien talks with Texas-bred country musician Will Carter! From singing the national anthem at age 3 to winning songwriter of the year at the Texas Country Music Association awards! Will tells us the stories of house he was inspired to create music through the love of his father, and how he learned and perfected his craft to create the career he has today. Find more info abo...

On this episode, Nick O’Brien talks with pianist and vocalist Kristin Sponcia! She talks about her beginnings going to Milwaukee High School of the arts and how she got into Jazz! She shares her transition from teaching to performing, as well as tips on conquering performance anxiety. As a performer, composer, arranger, and educator, Kristin stresses the importance of uplifting women in these fiel...

On this episode, Nick talks with the leader of the Extra Crispy Brass Band - Greg Cramer! Greg shares his experience on how he got into jazz and all the different places he has gotten to play. He talks us through why he chose to stay in Milwaukee, and how he has maintained ECBB for over 10 years now. Find more info about Greg and ECBB at: www.extracrispybrassband.com Check out more about TMV Podca...

On this episode, Nick chats with Melissa Garcia and Lesly Montes who work behind the scenes preparing the iVoted Festivals! Melissa is the co-founder and partner at Collective Entertainment and the Chief Marketing Officer at #iVoted Festival, and Lesly is the Festival Director for #iVoted Festival, and a freelance event producer. The two talk about their industry experiences prior to working with...

On this episode, Allison Emm talks the value of venues! The goal is to create and uphold a good relationship with your venues to earn work with them in the future! Check out more about TMV Podcast at www.themusiciansventure.com , @themusiciansventure on Facebook and Instagram, and @MusicianVenture on Twitter.

On this episode, Nick O'Brien catches up with 7 Wisconsin Music Venture artists playing this years Mile of Music in Appleton Wisconsin! Tune in to hear on site interviews and hear the artists talk about their experiences during Mile this year. Check out more about TMV Podcast at www.themusiciansventure.com , @themusiciansventure on Facebook and Instagram, and @MusicianVenture on Twitter.

On this episode, Nick and Allison team up to compare notes and ideas about the podcast, the industry, and Wisconsin Music Ventures. The two touch on old podcast episodes and guests, as well as events Wisconsin Music Ventures has held. They also talk about what being a musician means to them.