The Career Musician

Your professionalism is already “enough.”Don’t put management or “important people” on a pedestal. Show up prepared, play great, be a pro. Prioritize relationships over “impressing.”Instead of trying to win over the top boss, find one person in the firm or at the company you can genuinely connect with. Be a good hang; that’s your X-factor.There are tons of great players. What separates you is being a solid human: chill, personable, easy to be around, making others feel comfortable. The “care less, play better” mindset.When you’re too hyped or anxious, your performance suffers. You generally play better when you’re relaxed, not gripping so hard. For introverts: small, doable behaviors.You don’t have to turn into a cartoon extrovert. Just push your comfort zone a bit: smile, say hi, repeat people’s names, be present for a moment. Energy is currency (ETHOS: Attitude + Vibe).Bring positive, high-vibe energy into sessions, shows, and NAMM. Like Kenny Aronoff, you can “save” a room just by the energy you bring. NAMM is for friends, not “networking.”Use the 3-foot rule: if someone’s within three feet, talk to them. Go to NAMM with clear goals, not delusions.Don’t show up thinking, “I’ll get signed to five endorsements in a day.” Instead, go with 1–2 concrete missions. Understand what endorsements really are. Beware of “fake” endorsements that are just tiny discounts and bad support. Real endorsement = you truly back the product, and the company truly backs you. Relationships outlast companies and reps.Artist reps leave. Deals lapse. That’s normal. Keep nurturing relationships so you can re-ignite deals. Say “yes” more, but stay discerning.Don’t shut down opportunities just because they don’t fit your old mental picture (tours, panels, gear deals, etc.) NAMM is more than a gear expo.The NAMM org does year-round work: lobbying in D.C., helping with regulations (woods, tariffs, shipping), and creating educational panels on social media, AI, mental health, business, etc. Everything is an audition — including content.Whether it’s a tour, a bar gig, a podcast, or your IG reel, people are always seeing you “audition” for the next thing. Don’t be jaded — let yourself be excited.Locals love to say “It was better 10 years ago.” That mindset kills joy and keeps you stuck in the past. Exclusive Career Musician Resources  🌟 Nail the Audition and Get the Gig! (Audition Secrets—Free Guide)  → https://thecareermusician.com/audition/ 🎛 PA Rehearsal Studios Official Sponsor (L.A.)  Get 20% OFF your next booking Use code NOMAD  → https://parehearsalstudios.com/ 🎸 JamPlay Guitar Lessons (Free Trial)  Sharpen your skills & stay inspired Use code NOMAD  → https://jamplay.com/get-free-access?code=NOMAD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareermusician/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerMusician/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecareermusician TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecareermusician Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify 📚Online Courses  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/store 💼Expert Career Coaching  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/coaching 💡 TCM Pro Tip: Don't fall into the trap of being jaded, go to ENJOY NAMM and watch your future blossom! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Episode 200 of The Career Musician Podcast! This milestone episode celebrates 200 conversations, lessons, and real-world strategies for working musicians. Nomad reflects on recent gigs with legendary bassist Nathan East, introduces the TCM Pro team (Joel Meza and Emily Lauren), and dives deep into the philosophy that's driven the show from day one: action over resolution, principles remain methods change, and execution over perfection. 🎯 Core Philosophy: Action over resolution: Why consistent action compounds into results Methods change, but principles remain The importance of having a Plan of Attack (POA) Done is better than perfect 👥 Meet the TCM Pro Team: Joel Meza and Emily Lauren share their transformative goals for the year Emily's focus: Being present and not "watering all the flowers at once" Joel's commitment: Actively using a CRM (Contacts Relations Manager) to maintain relationships 💡 Key Insights: The danger of over-scheduling and setting unrealistic daily goals How to stay "top of mind" in the music industry The power of sincere relationship building vs. transactional networking Why execution beats perfection every time 🎸 Real Talk: How Nathan East kept the Eric Clapton gig for over 40 years Working with legendary artists (Aretha, Barbara Streisand, Celine Dion, David Foster) The importance of auditioning with intention Minimum Viable Product (MVP) mindset for musicians 📊 Practical Tools Discussed: CRM/Contacts Relations Manager for musicians Plan of Attack (POA) worksheet Audition preparation framework Balancing work, life, and creative pursuits Exclusive Career Musician Resources  🌟 Nail the Audition and Get the Gig! (Audition Secrets—Free Guide)  → https://thecareermusician.com/audition/ 🎛 PA Rehearsal Studios Official Sponsor (L.A.)  Get 20% OFF your next booking Use code NOMAD  → https://parehearsalstudios.com/ 🎸 JamPlay Guitar Lessons (Free Trial)  Sharpen your skills & stay inspired Use code NOMAD  → https://jamplay.com/get-free-access?code=NOMAD 📲 Follow The Career Musician  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareermusician/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerMusician/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecareermusician TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecareermusician 🎙 Stream The Podcast: Podcast Hub: https://thecareermusician.com/podcast/ Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod 📚Online Courses  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/store 💼Expert Career Coaching  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/coaching 🔖Read Our Blog  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/blog/ 💡 TCM Pro Tip:Done is better than perfect. Execute faster than anyone else, and get it to market first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Action > Resolution New year.New you.New gigs. But not just more gigs. The right gigs. In this episode, Nomad breaks down why New Year’s resolutions don’t work for musicians—and what to do instead if you want real progress this year. Instead of setting goals you’ll forget by February, Nomad introduces a simple Plan of Action (or as he calls it, a Plan of Attack) designed to help you stop procrastinating, stop chasing the wrong opportunities, and start taking consistent action toward the career you actually want. This episode is built around Nomad’s ETHOS framework and the core pillars of The Career Musician—helping you improve your mindset, your business decisions, and your gig and studio life. Why “more gigs” isn’t better if they’re pulling you in the wrong direction The real reason New Year’s resolutions fail musicians How to replace resolutions with a simple Plan of Action Why Nomad also calls it a Plan of Attack (and what you’re actually attacking) How to beat procrastination, self-doubt, complacency, and excuses A clear, easy-to-follow framework you can use all year—not just in January This episode is practical, simple, and built for real working musicians—not hype, not motivation, just action. To go along with this episode, Nomad created a free, fillable one-page Plan of Action worksheet you can use immediately. 👉 Download it here:https://thecareermusician.com This worksheet walks you through: Telling the truth about where you are Choosing one clear focus for the next 90 days Identifying simple weekly actions Building daily momentum—even when you don’t feel motivated This episode and worksheet come directly from ETHOS: The Career Musician’s Code—Nomad’s complete framework for building a sustainable music career. ETHOS shows you how to: Think like a career musician Make smart decisions Take consistent action that leads to real opportunities Learn more at:https://thecareermusician.com Resolutions are easy to break. Action—done consistently—changes everything. If you’re ready to stop hoping and start building, this episode is your starting point. 👉 Download the free worksheet👉 Take action👉 Get after the right gigs 🌟 Nail the Audition and Get the Gig! (Audition Secrets—Free Guide)  → https://thecareermusician.com/audition/ 🎛 PA Rehearsal Studios Official Sponsor (L.A.)  Get 20% OFF your next booking Use code NOMAD  → https://parehearsalstudios.com/ 🎸 JamPlay Guitar Lessons (Free Trial)  Sharpen your skills & stay inspired Use code NOMAD  → https://jamplay.com/get-free-access?code=NOMAD 📲 Follow The Career Musician  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareermusician/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerMusician/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecareermusician TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecareermusician 🎙 Stream The Podcast: Podcast Hub: https://thecareermusician.com/podcast/ Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod 📚Online Courses  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/store 💼Expert Career Coaching  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/coaching 🔖Read Our Blog → ⁠https://www.thecareermusician.com/blog/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the 2025 Year in Review Wrap-Up episode! Celebrate our milestones, meet the team, and discover the top 10 career tips that defined this year. From building your brand to mastering auditions and networking, this episode is your guide to thriving as a professional musician. As we approach our 200th episode, Nomad reflects on a year of incredible growth, community, and music industry insights. This episode features reflections on the top 10 career tips of 2025, including: • Building your brand as a musician • The importance of preparation and professionalism • Navigating auditions and getting the gig • Business savvy and protecting standardized rates • Building alliances and networking in the industry • Communication and showing up for yourself and others 🙏 🎶 ❤️ Heartfelt thanks to listeners and the global Career Musician community Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration to help you build a sustainable music career. 🤘 Exclusive Career Musician Resources  🌟 Nail the Audition and Get the Gig! (Audition Secrets—Free Guide)  → https://thecareermusician.com/audition/ 🎛 PA Rehearsal Studios Official Sponsor (L.A.)  Get 20% OFF your next booking Use code NOMAD  → https://parehearsalstudios.com/ 🎸 JamPlay Guitar Lessons (Free Trial)  Sharpen your skills & stay inspired Use code NOMAD  → https://jamplay.com/get-free-access?code=NOMAD 📲 Follow The Career Musician  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareermusician/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerMusician/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecareermusician TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecareermusician 🎙 Stream The Podcast: Podcast Hub: https://thecareermusician.com/podcast/ Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod 📚Online Courses  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/store 💼Expert Career Coaching  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/coaching 🔖Read Our Blog  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/blog/ 💡 TCM Pro Tip: Three qualities that determine you're a TCM Pro—Dedication, Communication, Preparation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

🎙️ From Baltimore hustle to shaping a music career on his own terms. Drummer, producer, father, and brand-builder — Bryant Wilson (aka The Beatqualizer) proves that success isn’t defined by location or industry hype. After COVID nearly knocked him out of the game for years, he rebuilt from the ground up: steady wedding gigs, a home studio, his own sample pack, and even branded cereal. Yes — cereal. 🍽️🥁 Bryant’s story is a blueprint for musicians who are determined to provide, create, and stay consistent — no matter what season of life they’re in. In this episode, Bryant & Nomad dive into: ⭐ Consistency > luck — how steady wedding gigs rebuilt his career after COVID ⭐ Create your own opportunities — drum studio, remote sessions, sample packs, and a production team ⭐ Brand yourself like a business — unique products (like drummer cereal!) and always evolving your brand ⭐ Seasons of life and music — balancing fatherhood, ambition, and survival ⭐ Mindset shifts that keep you in the game — comparison kills creativity; focus on your path Exclusive Career Musician Resources  🌟 Nail the Audition and Get the Gig! (Audition Secrets—Free Guide)  → https://thecareermusician.com/audition/ 🎛 PA Rehearsal Studios Official Sponsor (L.A.)  Get 20% OFF your next booking Use code NOMAD  → https://parehearsalstudios.com/ 🎸 JamPlay Guitar Lessons (Free Trial)  Sharpen your skills & stay inspired Use code NOMAD  → https://jamplay.com/get-free-access?code=NOMAD 📲 Follow The Career Musician: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareermusician/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerMusician/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecareermusician TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecareermusician 🎙 Stream The Podcast: Podcast Hub: https://thecareermusician.com/podcast/ Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod 📚Online Courses  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/store 💼Expert Career Coaching  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/coaching 🔖Read Our Blog  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/blog/ 🌐 Find Bryant Wilson on: ⁠https://thebeatqualizer.com/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠💡 TCM Pro Tip:Writing your goals down coupled with consistent work toward those goals will produce results. Be patient and consistent and you will reap the benefits! #careermusician  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How a versatile bassist built a career touring with today’s pop stars From Six Flags shows to Coachella, Bonnaroo, and headline runs with modern chart-toppers like Dominic Fike and Remi Wolf, bassist Sean Sobash has built a sustainable touring career through community, versatility, and smart business decisions. He shares how jam sessions led to major gigs, how to negotiate fair pay, when to say no — and why prioritizing relationships will book you far more work than any other avenue. If you’re a young musician dreaming of the road… Sean’s journey is the blueprint. In this episode, Sean, Nomad, and Joel dive into: ⭐ The power of community over cattle calls — jam sessions → touring opportunities (not waiting in 100-person audition lines) ⭐ What touring should pay (and why rates matter) — minimums, sliding scales, and protecting the profession from undercutting ⭐ Knowing when to walk away — juggling overlapping tours, friendships, and long-term opportunities ⭐ Balancing “rockstar energy” with professionalism — look the part, but remember: you’re there to work ⭐ Why versatility = survival — electric bass, synth bass, upright, doubling duties ⭐ Making LA sustainable — networking with intention, good hangs, and keeping your ego out of business decisions 📌 Connect with Sean Sobash Instagram: @seansobash Artist credits: Dominic Fike, Remi Wolf, Luke Hemmings, Rooney… and more Exclusive Career Musician Resources  🌟 VIP All-Access Pass (All TCM Products in One Bundle)  → https://thecareermusician.com/membership/all-access-vip-pass/ 🎛 PA Rehearsal Studios Official Sponsor (L.A.)  Get 20% OFF your next booking Use code NOMAD  → https://parehearsalstudios.com/ 🎸 JamPlay Guitar Lessons (Free Trial)  Sharpen your skills & stay inspired Use code NOMAD  → https://jamplay.com/get-free-access?code=NOMAD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareermusician/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerMusician/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecareermusician TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecareermusician Podcast Hub: https://thecareermusician.com/podcast/ Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod 📚Online Courses  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/store 💼Expert Career Coaching  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/coaching 🔖Read Our Blog  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/blog/ 💡TCM Pro Tip: Whether you're in LA or not, the same rules apply—be a good hang and do the job of playing your instrument consistently and you'll succeed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, host Nomad sits down with Ron Perry, aka RPP, a seasoned outbound sales leader and former aspiring guitar hero, to unpack the universal principles of success in music and business. Broadcasting from Breckenridge, Colorado, they dive deep into why building a strong personal brand is just as important—if not more so—than mastering your craft.Key Topics: Why “brand” matters as much as talent for musicians and professionals How to develop a marketable identity and create memorable audience experiencesThe role of social media in amplifying your brand Embracing rejection: mastering the “art of no” and playing the numbers game Real-world stories: from LA’s music scene to creative sales tactics (like the legendary “red shoe” story) The importance of networking and being a “good hang” in the industryLessons from icons like John 5, Slash, and the value of standing outHow creative branding can overcome higher prices and competition Takeaways: Your brand is your ticket to opportunity—craft it intentionally Rejection is part of the journey; persistence pays off Networking and being authentic open doors you never expected Creativity and thinking outside the box can set you apart in any field About the Guest: Ron Perry (RPP) is known for his dynamic approach to sales, music, and personal branding. With roots in LA’s music world and a passion for helping others succeed, Ron shares actionable advice and entertaining stories from his career. Follow The Career Musician Podcast for more insights and inspiration Tune in for a blend of music industry wisdom, business strategy, and plenty of laughs! Exclusive Career Musician Resources 🌟 VIP All-Access Pass (All TCM Products in One Bundle) → https://thecareermusician.com/membership/all-access-vip-pass/ 🎛 PA Rehearsal Studios Official Sponsor (L.A.) Get 20% OFF your next booking Use code NOMAD → https://parehearsalstudios.com/ 🎸 JamPlay Guitar Lessons (Free Trial) Sharpen your skills & stay inspired Use code NOMAD → https://jamplay.com/get-free-access?code=NOMAD 📲 Follow The Career Musician Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareermusician/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerMusician/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecareermusicianTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecareermusician 🎙 Stream The Podcast:Podcast Hub: https://thecareermusician.com/podcast/Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-AppleSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-SpotifyiHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeartStitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod 📚Online Courses → https://www.thecareermusician.com/store 💼Expert Career Coaching → https://www.thecareermusician.com/coaching 🔖Read Our Blog → https://www.thecareermusician.com/blog/ 💡 TCM Pro Tip: The power of your brand carries your talent beyond organic reach and opens the gates of discovery for new audiences! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inside the House Band: What It Really Takes To Play an Elite Hollywood Awards Show with Joel Meza — Drummer/Playback Tech, The Career Musician House Band Most musicians see the glitz, the cameras, the red carpet, and the highlight reels… But very few ever get to experience what really goes down behind the scenes of an elite Hollywood awards show—like the Hollywood Music in Media Awards—especially from the vantage point of the house band. In this episode, Joel gives us his reaction to the vlog in which Nomad pulls back the curtain on the discipline, professionalism, and mindset it takes to thrive in one of the most demanding gigs in the industry. As the Music Director, Nomad shares the unfiltered truth: it’s not about chops alone. It’s about Preparation, Precision, Adaptability, Communication, and Respect—the core pillars of both TCM and The ETHOS. You’ll discover: What separates a “good” musician from a trusted musician on a high-pressure show Why consistency, humility, and reliability matter more than flashy playing How the house band becomes the heartbeat of a live broadcast The mental game required to handle last-minute changes, cue-based performance, and artist unpredictability How to show up like a pro, even in the most chaotic backstage environments The real expectations from producers, directors, artists, and MDs The unwritten rules that every elite house-band member lives by How ETHOS values—Energy, Talent, Humility, Objectivity, and Savvy—are the secret to getting called back Why being musical is only half the job—and being a dependable human is the other half Whether you’re a session cat, a touring musician, a rising pro, or a music-biz student, this episode gives you the blueprint for earning and keeping the kinds of gigs most players only dream about. This is the side of the industry no one teaches. This is music professionalism in real time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

🎙️ The Career Musician Podcast — Featuring Rob Garland From England to Los Angeles, navigating soul bands, jazz fusion, and iconic guitar hero moments. Rob Garland has built a lasting career through sheer passion, persistence, and the willingness to evolve. From teaching 40+ students during the pandemic to interviewing legends like Steve Vai and Dweezil Zappa, Rob embodies what it means to be a true Career Musician — adaptable, self-made, and dedicated to lifelong growth. Whether he’s performing original music, breaking down fretboard systems, or helping others develop their sound through Real World Guitar, Rob is proof that there’s no single path to a thriving career — only the path you relentlessly walk. In this episode, Nomad & Rob dive into: ⭐ Persistence over perfection — landing interviews and gigs with consistency + professionalism (“You can email someone once and never hear back — don't leave it there.”) ⭐ Diversify or die — live gigs, teaching, online courses, YouTube, real-world auditioning ⭐ Surviving the changing music landscape — from tube amps exploding to digital-only generations (“Digital is great… I don’t think it’s quite the same.”) ⭐ Carving space for your unique musical identity — sounding like you in a world full of clones ⭐ Intentional career building — planning gigs before moving cities, hustling for students, finding visas ✅ 5 Key Takeaways for Career Musicians 1️⃣ Plan your opportunities ahead of time Rob sent audition tapes and answered “guitarists wanted” ads months before moving to the U.S. 2️⃣ Creativity + stubbornness = longevity You don’t just “decide” a music career — you refuse to do anything else. 3️⃣ Diversification keeps you working Teaching, gigging, original music, content, courses — he embraces all revenue lanes. 4️⃣ Persistence beats proximity Some auditions go to friends-of-friends… Keep showing up anyway. 5️⃣ Develop YOUR voice The greats sound like nobody but themselves — strive for that. 📌 Listen & Connect with Rob Garland Website: rwg.robgarland.net Exclusive Career Musician Resources  🌟 VIP All-Access Pass (All TCM Products in One Bundle)  → https://thecareermusician.com/membership/all-access-vip-pass/  🎛 PA Rehearsal Studios Official Sponsor (L.A.)  Get 20% OFF your next booking Use code NOMAD  → https://parehearsalstudios.com/  🎸 JamPlay Guitar Lessons (Free Trial)  Sharpen your skills & stay inspired Use code NOMAD  → https://jamplay.com/get-free-access?code=NOMAD 📲 Follow The Career Musician  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareermusician/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerMusician/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecareermusician  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecareermusician 🎙 Stream The Podcast: Podcast Hub: https://thecareermusician.com/podcast/ Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod 📚Online Courses  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/store  💼Expert Career Coaching  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/coaching  🔖Read Our Blog  → https://www.thecareermusician.com/blog/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

🎙️ The Career Musician Podcast — Featuring Carly Lyman From the mountains of Colorado to the heart of Los Angeles’ music scene, Carly Lyman has carved a dynamic path as a songwriter, producer, performer, and creative visionary. As VP of Music for Devin Powers / Powers Music Group, Carly has been at the helm of projects spanning K-Pop chart-toppers, indie artist collaborations, and music for film, trailers, and commercials. Her credits include co-writing "Tamed-Dashed" for ENHYPEN — a K-Pop smash that soared to #1 — and penning music featured in major sync placements. She’s equally passionate about her own artistry, blending cinematic textures with infectious pop sensibilities in her solo work. In this episode, Carly and Nomad dive into: Breaking into the K-Pop world as a U.S. songwriter Navigating the industry as both a creative and executive How to write for sync, trailers, and commercial placements The balance between collaboration and personal artistry Tips for moving to LA and building your music network 📌 Listen & Connect with Carly YouTube (ENHYPEN – Tamed-Dashed): Watch Here Spotify: Carly Lyman Instagram: @carlylyman Key Talking Points: Her journey from Colorado to LA — what motivated the move and how she broke in. Role & responsibilities as VP of Music at Powers Music Group. Creative process behind writing for K-Pop, especially “Tamed-Dashed.” How she approaches writing for different formats (artists vs. sync vs. commercial). Success stories and lessons learned from sync placements. Her evolution into an artist releasing her own material — inspiration behind the new single. Networking strategies and tips for thriving in LA’s music scene. 🚀 From Colorado mountains to K-Pop #1 hits in Seoul! 🎶 Meet Carly Lyman — songwriter, producer, VP of Powers Music Group, and the creative force behind ENHYPEN’s smash “Tamed-Dashed” 💥 She’s also landed music in films, trailers, and commercials — and she’s just dropped a brand-new single. In this TCM episode, Carly shares: 🎯 How she broke into the K-Pop scene 🎯 The art of writing for sync + trailers 🎯 Why moving to LA supercharged her career 🎧 Watch/Listen now: [Link to episode] 📱 IG: @carlylyman #CareerMusician #KPop #SongwriterLife #SyncLicensing #MusicBusiness Here are three alternate hook variations you can swap in for different platforms or posts to keep Carly’s episode promo fresh: 💡 How do you go from a small town in Colorado to writing a #1 K-Pop hit? Carly Lyman did it — and she’s here to spill the secrets. 🎶 From ENHYPEN’s “Tamed-Dashed” to music in films, trailers, and commercials, Carly’s career proves there’s more than one way to make it in music. 🎧 Watch/Listen: [Link to episode] #KPopSongwriter #MusicCareer #CareerMusician 🎬 Ever wondered how your song ends up in a movie trailer? Carly Lyman has done it — and scored a #1 K-Pop hit along the way. Hear how she juggles being VP of Powers Music Group, creating for sync, and dropping her own singles. #SyncLicensing #SongwriterLife #MusicBusinessTips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introduction & Background Casual, authentic conversation with insights into the music industry. Focus on TV and film scoring, specifically unscripted reality TV and production music. Personal stories illustrate industry evolution and building a career. Industry Insights & Knowledge Importance of building client relationships ("clients, clients, clients"). Overdelivering as a key to standing out and securing repeat business. The significance of templates, alternate mixes, and stems to streamline workflow and ensure consistency. Technical tips on mixing, layering, and the use of sound signatures (stings, bumpers) for editors. Moving away from traditional library music to creating custom scores, emphasizing uniqueness and adaptability. The importance of understanding the editing process and how cues are integrated into shows. Strategies for collaboration, negotiation, and valuing your work ethically. Practical advice on career longevity, brand building, and nurturing a team. Personal Anecdotes & Stories The journey from early work on shows like Blind Date to big hits like Naked and Afraid. Real-life stories of musicians’ financial breakthroughs and gratitude. Experiences with different business models, ownership, and licensing. Closing & Future Content Promises a part two focusing on production, artist development, and broader career strategies. Emphasis on sharing actionable knowledge to help aspiring and current professionals. 2. 10 Takeaways for Young Musicians Build Strong Client Relationships: Success depends on developing trust and long-term collaborations. Always Overdeliver: Doing more than expected sets you apart and keeps clients coming back. Use Templates & Workflow Strategies: Streamline your production with templates, tracks, and consistent practices. Create Versatile Alternate Mixes & Stems: Flexibility in your cues makes your work more valuable. Pay Attention to Editor Needs: Design cues with clear starts, stops, and signature sounds for easier editing. Specialize in Custom Scores: Unique, tailored music stands out more than stock or library tracks. Learn the Business Side: Understand licensing, rights, and negotiations; value your work ethically. Experiment & Be Self-critical: Continually refine your sound by listening objectively and experimenting. Develop a Network & Team: Your success is multiplied when you nurture relationships and support other creatives. Stay Adaptable & Evolving: Keep up with tech, industry trends, and changing client needs to remain relevant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Save The Music partners with public school districts to jump start their music education programs, so that students, schools, and communities can reach their full potential through the power of making music. Since its founding in 1997, Save The Music has provided new musical instruments, equipment, and technology to over 2,000 schools in almost 300 school districts nationwide. Donahue came to Save The Music from Purpose, a digital strategic and creative agency that focuses on social impact projects. As COO & Head of Partnerships, he oversaw Purpose's business development, marketing, finance and operations. Notable client projects included branding and launch content for Syria's White Helmets, Everytown for Gun Safety, social media strategy for ACLU, and a global campaigning technology platform for Oxfam International. Donahue spent his pre-business career on the road across the USA as a fundraiser for political candidates including U.S. Senators, Jay Rockefeller and Ron Wyden. At the same time, he was playing guitar in an indie rock band and running a small independent record label. https://www.savethemusic.org/ https://www.facebook.com/savethemusic/ https://www.instagram.com/savethemusic/ https://twitter.com/savethemusicfdn https://vimeo.com/savethemusic https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw9t_GbkwjqF70aNB0BAWZQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A queer Alt-pop singer, songwriter, and mental health advocate; X. Ari founded WisdoManiaFest and WisdoMania Foundation; combining mental health and the arts in order to normalize mental health by creating a safe environment of acceptance and support. X. Ari's life motto is all about turning "Pain into Power" through art and self-care. It is her mission to use creativity to empower and raise awareness by using her platform to encourage others to turn their pain into power by finding their conduit for healing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ETHOS | The Career Musician’s Code approaches the music career with a unique philosophy and provides concrete career insights from Career Musician “Lifer”, NOMAD. https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ethos NOMAD has been a career musician since the early 90’s and continues to work with some of the best musical talents in the world. In his new book, ETHOS | The Career Musician’s Code, NOMAD, explains the mindset and code of conduct needed for aspiring and full-time musicians. The 5 Pillars of ETHOS: Energy Talent Humility Objectivity Savvy These pillars are key to maintaining motivation, building relationships, and becoming your best self while you build your music career. You will learn how to develop these traits so that you can maintain a thriving and resilient music business. There is No Single Music Career Path…As you develop your career as a musician, expect to wear many hats. Whether that be teaching, session work, live gigs, etc...It is very rare that a musician will have just one income stream. Especially early in your music career, you will have to wear many hats as you build your reputation and resources. Get The ETHOS eBook and A Live Coaching Session with NOMAD For FREE When You Pre-Order Your Copy Today! https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ethos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leslie Odom Jr. is a singer, songwriter, broadway star, actor, and author. He best known for his portrayal of Aaron Burr in the musical Hamilton, which earned him a 2016 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album in the same year. Odom Jr.’s self-titled debut album charted at #1 on the Billboard Jazz chart and #147 on the Billboard 200. In 2017, he re-released Simply Christmas as a deluxe edition with new arrangements and new songs. The holiday album hit #1 on iTunes and Billboard Jazz Charts. For his performance as singer Sam Cooke in One Night in Miami... (2020), Odom earned Academy Award, BAFTA Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, Critics' Choice Movie Award, and Golden Globe Awards nominations for Best Supporting Actor. He was also nominated for an Oscar and Golden Globe for writing the film’s original song "Speak Now," for which he won Best Song at the 2021 Critics' Choice Awards. You can catch Leslie in his role as Harold McBrayer in the The Sopranos prequel film The Many Saints of Newark! In March 2018, Odom Jr. added the title of author to his resume with the release of his book – Failing Up: How to Take Risks, Aim Higher and Never Stop Learning. Failing Up is about unlocking your true potential and making your dreams come true even when it seems impossible. @leslieodomjr https://www.instagram.com/leslieodomjr/?hl=en http://www.leslieodomjr.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leslie_Odom_Jr. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1502434/ @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN WEBSITE: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Podcast-MainPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod https://tinyurl.com/TCM-GooglePodcasts 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube https://twitter.com/CareerMusician https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician #leslieodomjr #artist #actor #broadway #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #megaphone #megaphonepodcasts #podcastapp #podcastsapp #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #ratethispodcast #hamilton #manysaintsofnewark #sopranos #thesopranos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ric Mightybone Feliciano is a Puerto Rican 35 year music industry veteran. Ric is a trombonist, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and lead singer from Brooklyn, N.Y. who has performed with the likes of Billy Joel, Paul Simon, John Lee Hooker, Jr., Pete Escovedo, Willy Torres, Phil Driscoll, Zucchero, Toto, Foreigner, Jimmy Bosch, and many others. Ric, also known as Mightybone, is also a voting member of the Grammys and the Latin Grammys and has been part of two (2) Grammy nominated albums to which he wrote horn arrangements and played trombone and sang backup. Ric has also taught high school music in Long Island, NY and continues to pass on his musicianship principles to the next generation in private instruction to middle school and high school prospects throughout the Bay Area in California. @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN: Website: http://thecareermusician.com/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube Twitter: https://twitter.com/CareerMusician TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-TikTok Twitch: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Twitch 🔊 STREAM ON OTHER PLATFORMS: Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-fm Google: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Google-fm Megaphone: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Mega-fm #ricfeliciano #trombone #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #nomad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ralph played the Hammond organ/keyboards for Bobby Jones Gospel on Black Entertainment Television for twelve years and toured with Bebe and Cece Winans. With over 300 project appearances to his credit, Ralph’s career has taken him all over the world and has afforded him the opportunity to accompany numerous artists including the late Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, the late Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin, and the late Walter Hawkins. He has graced the stage with both the Nashville and the Memphis Symphony Orchestras and has appeared on Late Night with David Letterman, the Arsenio Hall Show, Live with Regis and Kathy Lee, and the Pat Sajac Show. He currently is an organist for Grammy Award Winning Saxophonist Kirk Whalum and Grammy Nominated-Stellar Award Winning Contemporary Quartet, The Williams Brothers. Ralph is the owner and founder of Raph’Ton Music Enterprizes (a BMI affiliate) which houses three publishing entities, a record label, a consulting firm, and a future school of the arts. As an Indi Inspirational Instrumentalist, Ralph has produced six of his own CD projects and an instructional DVD. He has also produced several gospel artists; from which he has garnered two Dove nominations and a Stellar Award nomination for his work with the Quiet Time Players. He has two gold records and many citations to his credit and one of his musical compositions has been featured as the theme music for the Stellar Awards. www.ralphloftonjr.com www.facebook.com/Ralph.T.Lofton www.twitter.com/rtljr www.cdbaby.net/RalphTLoftonJr @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN WEBSITE: http://thecareermusician.com/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Podcast-MainPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod https://tinyurl.com/TCM-GooglePodcasts 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube https://twitter.com/CareerMusician https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician #ralphtlofton #hammond #b3 #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #megaphone #megaphonepodcasts #podcastapp #podcastsapp #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #ratethispodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since starting the violin at the age of 4, Bill Oakley has been tirelessly involved in music and various parts of the music business his whole life: Soloing with local symphonies, starting a mobile Dj business, studying classical music in the Alps, performing around country as a house/techno DJ, or running an underground rave production company and Dj artist mgmt/booking company. Bill hung up his various instruments, musician hat, successful businesses, and his degree to take advantage of his largest opportunity; to work at one of the leading audio manufactures in the world. During his now 22 years there, Bill has designed products used by musicians and engineers everywhere, managed global Sales & Marketing, and traveled the world over, building relationships with fellow artists, engineers, and industry folk. Nomad and Bill first crossed paths back during Bill’s brief 3+ year stint as Industry & Artist Relations Manager in Burbank, CA. Bill has had a unique CAREER of wearing many hats in this industry. A jack of all trades… but actually a master of many! @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN: Website: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube Twitter: https://twitter.com/CareerMusician TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-TikTok Twitch: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Twitch 🔊 STREAM ON OTHER PLATFORMS: Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-fm Google: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Google-fm Megaphone: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Mega-fm #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #nomad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael “BIG MIKE” Hart Jr. is a talented guitarist, producer, session player, bassist and vocal arranger. His distinctive, classic and retro sound is one of the most sought after sounds in the country. The Sacramento native developed his love for guitar at a young age, and referred to it as the “Holy Ghost!” With a drive like no other, “BIG MIKE” has been harvesting his gift for the last 20 years. His guitar heroes include Rob ”Fonksta” Bacon, Bobby “Bobby G” Gonzales, John “Jubu” Smith, Derek “D.O.A” Allen and the man who helped jumpstart his journey, his uncle Jimi “Bottom Hammock” Morris. Mike has taken a piece from all of his influences and fused them together, creating his own individual style. He has been afforded the opportunity to tour, produce and write for MTV (Cribs/Teen Cribs, Making The Band 4, Next), Bad Girls Club, Vh1 (From G's to Gents), Access Hollywood, The T.O Show, HBO, BET, NBA, DJ Quik, Slimm (112), Dogg Pound, Ricky Bell (NEW EDITION), Michael Lington, Jessy J, Dave Hollister, Lenny Williams, Wayman Tisdale,Karyn White, Goapele and is the current Musical Director/Guitarist for Kenny Lattimore, sub guitarist for KEM, and new guitarist for smooth jazz saxophone superstar Boney James. @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN: Website: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube Twitter: https://twitter.com/CareerMusician TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-TikTok Twitch: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Twitch 🔊 STREAM ON OTHER PLATFORMS: Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-fm Google: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Google-fm Megaphone: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Mega-fm #bigmikehart #bass #guitar #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #nomad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Erin Alden is an LA singer-songwriter, host of The Real Me podcast, for Teen Cancer America which is supported by The Who! Erin was the Former manager for one of LA’s premiere recording studios AfterMaster. Her songs have played their own prominent roles in films and television programs. Most recently: E Network - Keeping up with the Kardasians and MTV's - The Real World. Erin is a producer and a songwriter for other artists. Some of her writing partners have been: Stevie Blacke, (Pink, Maddona, Weezer) Alain Whyte, (Morrissey) Brian MacLeod (Madonna, Sheryl Crow, Linda Perry) Jon Button, (Roger Daltrey, Sheryl Crow, Shakira) Cheche Alara (Christina Aguilara, Pink, American Idol) Gregg Sutton (Bob Dylan, Lone Justice)  @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN: Website: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube Twitter: https://twitter.com/CareerMusician TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-TikTok Twitch: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Twitch 🔊 STREAM ON OTHER PLATFORMS: Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-fm Google: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Google-fm Megaphone: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Mega-fm #erinalden #songwriter #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #nomad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices