Successfully Unsigned: Recent Episodes
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Professional advice from nonprofessionals! Geared toward DIY artist who are trying to get their name out there! Three hosts who have a passion and love for the industry give you tips on how to get started as an artist.
Quinton Kufahl of @thebandidol and drummer for @Halocene joins us today to deliver his best tips for touring! He gets to give us some special insights as well into what its like touring in the UK and Europe as both of his last two tours took him overseas. Along with these helpful tips he also shares with us some of the differences between the Weekend Warrior style tour vs touring in a more conventional sense. What are your best tips for first time tourers? Let us know in the comments or on social media!
(00:00:00) - Highlight
(00:00:14) - Episode Summary
(00:01:52) - "It's Gonna be in the Interview..."
(00:03:21) - The Real Start
(00:06:52) - Touring Tips for First Timers
(00:14:25) - Weekend Warrior vs Touring
(00:22:03) - Navigating Co-Members and Boundaries in Tours
(00:30:36) - Key Differences Between European and US Tours
(00:39:17) - Bathroom Rules of the Road
(00:40:50) - Staying Healthy on Tour
(00:45:19) - Sleep & Drive Time
(00:51:24) - Relationships on Tour
(00:59:54) - What Jobs/Roles Are There on Tours?
(01:12:57) - Show & Yell
(01:25:25) - Game: Spottle
(01:31:45) - IDOL & What's Next?
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Enjoy this interview with Nashville indie artist, Julia Adrian, who delves into her perspective on songwriting and marketing for music. She takes us into her personal history of leaving the law field in New York City and becoming an artist in Nashville and how that has dramatically shifted her life and values. Adrian takes us through a variety of new social concepts for the show such as the "Taxi Light" theory and being a "growing pains girlfriend"
Be on the lookout for her live-in-studio performance of Elephant in the Room which comes out this Friday on Successfully Unsigned's YouTube channel. Like, subscribe, and enable alerts to become notified of more interviews like this!
(00:00:00) - Highlight
(00:00:15) - Episode Summary
(00:01:18) - Leaving Law Field to Pursue Music
(00:22:35) - Learning the Process of Music
(00:27:56) - Taxi Light, Almost but Not Quite
(00:35:24) - The Cab Theory
(00:39:05) - No, I Do
(00:42:40) - The One Before the One: "The Growing Pains Girlfriend"
(00:46:00) - Elephant in the Room
(00:52:17) - Releasing in Nashville vs. Other Cities
(00:54:18) - Alternate Versions of One Song
(01:01:54) - Writing for Other Artists
(01:05:12) - Potential
(01:11:13) - Show & Yell
(01:14:04) - Game of Spottle
(01:17:54) - What's Next for Julia Adrian?
Find Julia Adrian online at https://www.instagram.com/juliaadrianmusic/
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Recent big news in the Music Industry is the Chappell Roan vs Her Fandom interactions that have sparked debate. Have you read the events that have happened and her responses? No? Then let us give you a recap and let us know what YOUR opinion is down in the comments.
(00:00:00) - EP Highlight
(00:00:23) - Summary
(00:01:33) - Show & Yell
(00:23:31) - Para-Social Relationships with Fandoms
(00:30:27) - Chappell Roan's Public Statement
(00:36:37) - Paparazzi era vs Social Media era
(00:53:08) - Are You Built to Handle Fame?
(01:05:23) - Game: Guess the Artist
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Join DJ Patty G as he interviews Nashville area band Neighborhood Folklore as they discuss their musical experiences and the inspiration behind their debut album "From Under the Overgrowth". This laid back interview is a breath of fresh air of casual conversation between friends that also happens to involve music in their daily lives. Listen to the album below and find more of Neighborhood Folklore online.
"From Under the Overgrowth" https://open.spotify.com/album/4QDv5PsAZJOa8PafeCvSKP?si=vVg-6o45QOePkfIs-djrtw
IG https://www.instagram.com/neighborhoodfolklore/
(00:00:22) - Summary
(00:01:35) - Member Intros + Name Origin
(00:19:08) - Who is Lillie Mae
(00:22:55) - REAL Debut Single and Video
(00:27:51) - Under the Overgrowth
(00:36:10) - Writing The Gardens of Shropshire
(00:41:50) - Luxury Problems
(00:47:08) - Rattle My Bones
(00:50:20) - Playing with Pam Tillis
(00:56:00) - Spottle: Guess the Artist
(01:05:50) - What's Next?
Join us in our long-time-in-coming part 2 of What Makes a Song Catchy. Though not a direct follow up of the first part (https://youtu.be/LLK8TgL8kHY) we felt that it was a topic that needed further discussion. What do YOU think makes a song catchy?
(00:00:00) - Highlight
(00:00:12) - Episode Summary
(00:01:38) - Show & Yell
(00:12:52) - What is Catchy?
(00:14:30) - What Makes You Skip a Song?
(00:19:20) - Song Length
(00:22:55) - Song Intros
(00:28:12) - Do You Listen All the Way Through?
(00:35:02) - Song Intros pt. 2
(00:38:29) - Bridges
(00:45:21) - Listening Habits + Making Your Song Desirable
(00:58:55) - Song Structure & Movements
(01:03:54) - A Game of Spotle
Struggling to manage your time between writing songs, practicing your instrument, making content, engaging in your community, and living your personal life outside of music? So are we. But in this episode we discuss various tactics we or others around us use to help bring balance to their lives.
(00:00:00) - Highlight
(00:00:17) - Summary
(00:01:28) - Intro
(00:12:43) - Show & Yell
(00:25:29) - Topic Intro
(00:28:12) - Time Management
(00:54:37) - Guess the Artist with Us
(01:04:15) - RANT: Live-action Movies
Hip Hop Duo Samosage Joins the Show to Talk about their Creative Processes, Releases, and More (Feat Melo D)
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Our dear friend johnston comes on to share his thoughts on the legal side of the industry.
Isabelle and Natalie at founders of Swift Artists community on Instagram. They, along with hundreds of other taylor swift fans and artists help give a platform to those who are inspired to write songs and pursue their creative endeavors
What exactly is a sell out? Leave your definition in the comments! How would you define the difference between selling out vs growing/changing as an artist?
(00:00:00) Highlight
(00:00:17) Summary
(00:01:21) Start
(00:08:48) Show + yell
(00:24:48) Topic Intro
(00:26:50) Is it easier to be in a band?
(00:34:50) What is a "Sell Out"
(00:41:14) Keeping Your Personal Priorities/Morals
(00:53:33) Rebranding
(01:08:50) Genre Shifting
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In this exclusive interview with Anastasia Elliot we get to delve deep into the history of her music career, how she was once signed with Warner Brothers, and how being in a plane crash has not only influenced but dramatically altered her music career. She also discusses her love for making visual artwork surrounding her music in the form of intense videos, AR artwork, and her intriguing merchandise.
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(00:00:00) Highlight
(00:00:36) Episode Summary
(00:01:59) Introductions
(00:07:55) Moving to Nashville Alone at 16yo
(00:17:00) Losing Your Voice for 75 Days
(00:23:25) Gaining and Losing Record Deal with Warner Bros
(00:32:09) The Plane Crash
(00:39:40) Music BEFORE and AFTER
(00:47:42) La Petite Mort - Album
(00:55:22) Autotune vs. Writing for Your Voice
(00:57:20) DIY Music Videos Advice
(01:02:20) Creating Custom Costumes and Visuals
(01:17:05) Working on Music Videos with Other Artists
(01:20:53) Complicated Relationship with Social Media
(01:31:11) Mental Health and The Purple Cult
(01:35:48) Game: Would You Collaborate With...?
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In an era focused on streaming music on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Tidal and videos becoming shorter for TikTok and Instagram, should artists still make music videos? What are the benefits and uses of making them? And what should an artist expect when getting ready for one? Also, what about Spotify CEO Daniel Ek's recent statements concerning the cost of creating "content" being virtually zero? What's your hot take?
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Join us as we welcome our first international guests Layla Rose and Nikolai Celecia! They're both from the country of Gibraltar off the coast of Spain and have come to Nashville for music. Layla Rose has moved here to pursue a career as a songwriter and performing artist while Nikolai has come to visit his longtime friend while as a vacation. Nikolai is currently in University in the UK. Both share their experiences moving away from home to chase their passions and how they have adapted to new locations. Both also discuss the similarities and differences between Gibraltar and the United States, something all world travel lovers will be excited to hear from those with first hand experience.
Find more of Layla Rose at https://www.instagram.com/laylarosemusic/ and https://www.instagram.com/thelaylarosebandtn/
And find Nikolai at https://www.instagram.com/nikolaicelecia/
Trying to figure out where to begin and what equipment you need to record your music? Or maybe you've already got a basic setup and are hoping to upgrade into something better? We are here to help! In this episode we discuss what gear we used as beginners and what we have found since then that has helped and made our lives easier. We share our good and bad experiences so you don't have to experience them yourselves!
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Social media is an ever changing lawless land, but we try to peel back a few layers with practical tips to help YOU leverage it to your advantage. Can memes be used for a song release? How often should you be posting? Should you post at all? Later in the episode we talk about the updates to the Universal Music Group vs TikTok hotbed where they've finally made peace. Laced in that conversation is also the now ever-present debate of AI artwork, especially in the music industry.
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We are joined by Producer and Artist Justin "JE" Eberhardt who talks about his experience on both sides of the glass. He also shares with us the inspiration and lyrical breakdowns of songs on his debut album as a solo artist "Title Wav." JE began his production career at the famous Dark Horse recording studio and had a resident room there. Now JE continues producing for various artists out of his own home studio setup.
Find JE online at https://www.instagram.com/justin_eberhardt/
Title Wav. https://open.spotify.com/album/32N1NIoV2oyaiKqCDaa6yz?si=MyM-BBsXT6yE8wauerStXA
Listen and learn some great tips on how to get your song ready to be mixed along with some advice for if you are mixing it yourself! What are some do's and don'ts when sending your song to an engineer? How do you find the right mixer for you? Finally a little artist spotlight on @khalid and his debut album: American Teen
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Do you struggle to get your audience engaged in your show? Perhaps we can help. We discuss various ideas that we have either seen or used to great success at local shows!
In this episode, DJ Patty G sits down with neon pop-punk artist LolitsLea. She discusses her experiences doing music around the country, especially her comparisons of Nashville and LA. They also go in to her time at Elon University where she and her college acapella group, Twisted Measure, went viral for their cover of Chandelier by Sia. Later, she talks about some of her personal life and her journey to rediscover her biological family.
Enjoy some lighthearted conversation about great resources to use next time you are writing songs, and who some of the best songwriters of our generation are. Also laugh with us as we hear DJ Patty G share some embarrassing 7th Grade poetry.
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Mike Ponder joins us having just signed to CDX Nashville. He talks with us all about going from being in a cover band doing 300 gigs a year to becoming his own artist releasing original music on a Sony-owned label. He gives great advice for young artists who are just starting out in the Nashville scene.
Mike Ponder also spent a great deal of time telling us about Wish for Our Heroes which he is now the Nashville Chapter President. He also discusses how being a military veteran has impacted both his own musical career and songwriting. Other veteran programs that he has been a part of is Operation Encore, Warrior Wellbeing Program, Camp Southern Ground, and Warrior's Song.
Find out more about Mike: https://www.mikepondermusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mikepondermusic/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/724xEWcfEEyUxcU4DLFgIf?si=3CzkoTGZRX2e_xncshQkFA
In this episode we get into the nitty gritty of how live concerts are organized. We interview our own Dale Shack as he recounts his experiences producing the Murfreesboro Battle of the Bands for three years in a row, starting the event from nothing.
We also discuss old YouTube and channels like @Fred and @lucas , ipad kids, the Murfreesboro Music Scene, house shows, learning from past experiences, and finally the big UMG and TikTok issues.
Ever wondered what its like on tour? Band Hello Darling answers the question in this interview while also discussing this history, band dynamic, how they book gigs, and new music that is on the way!
Topics include: Concert photography, vinyl record collections, music journalism, interviewing bands, tiktok and social media for artists, promoting yourself, Nashville vs Austin's Music Scene
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The conversation also included bands and events such as Banks, Steven Wilson,, Zeal and Ardor, Hatebreed, Cold War Kids, Night Lights Festival, and Shaky Knees Festival. @banks @nightlightsfest2664 @StevenWilsonHQ @hatebreed @coldwarkidsvideos @shakykneesfest3924 @BlackPumas @ZealArdor666
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.Welcome back to the start of Season 3! Topics include: What rejection looks like, what do do when faced with it, how to learn from it, how to help others through rejection, and a few questions for your next date. Also Squishmallows and iPad kids.
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Celebrate with us on our 1-year anniversary! Enjoy a laid back and relaxed episode as we converse about all things Halloween and Halloween music!
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.Join DJ Overheat and Patty G as they make a new friend with local artist H.L.D.N. They discuss Holden’s strong support system of friends and family and how he’s been able to make so many great connections through his network. We also discuss the intense process of creating his new album “Duality of Man (Dark Side) - out Oct. 13th! Follow H.L.D.N. everywhere - @official_h.l.d.n.
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.Join Patty G on his SECOND interview with Singer/Songwriter (and former YouTuber) Juli Strawbridge. Juli and Patrick discuss their first interview (on Patty G’s radio show back in 2019) and why she left the YouTube Spotlight (her channel - internetjules). We also discuss the hiatus between her music releases. Additionally she hints at her new album coming soon as well as her personal life and her dealings with grief and loss. Tune in to hear all about these subjects and more! Follow her on all platforms: @julistrawbridge
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.Patrick and David sit down with local Nashville artist Becca Tremmel and her long, impressive music career. She talks about growing up in Utah, right where the Sundance Film Festival is held, and tries not to name drop. She talks about the WILD story that inspired her single "Relapse" and how she managed to escape a toxic relationship. We also talk about her influences such as Avril Lavigne, Hannah Montana, and of course, Taylor Swift.Thank you guys for the support! Go follow us anywhere you get your podcasts! Go follow Becca on instagram! @littlelionbecca
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On this edition, we talk about how to talk to venues to get shows and how networking can impact this. Also we play some games and do some show and yell! FOLLOW US AND SUB TO THE YOUTUBE CHANNEL
On this episode of the show, our show and yells get louder, creeper, and more embarrassing. We talk FINDING YOUR SOUND We Debut our celebrity collage segment. First up , Miley Cyrus Follow us for everything we are up to! @successfully_unsigned SUB AND LIKE
join us after dark where we are barely conscious enough to describe how collabs can advance you following as an artist!
Kicking off our artist series, Melo is an R&B singer who is on the rise. We talk everything from his roots to creative issues and roadblocks that exist for artists today. go check him out on instagram: melo_d63
season 2 kicks off right! We discuss where we have been, where we are going......taylor swift.... pacman? I guess you're just going to have to listen and find out. Go follow us on Youtube! Successfully unsigned and on Instagram
This episode, we talk about what it means to have good stage presence when you perform as an artist.
In this episode, we dive into some possible barricades that artists may encounter.
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Happy Halloween! Welcome to the show! Get to know us as well as what the podcast is all about! We also touch briefly on what an artist identity really looks like!