The Crazybrave Songwriter Podcast

Send a text My guest today on the show is the extraordinary bassist and songwriter, Jim Rojas. Today’s show topic is FOOD! - everyone's favorite topic. Jim's single, “Provecho” is a fun tune that highlights the marvelous cuisine of Mexico. I’m sure you’re gonna find this one engaging, satirical and lighthearted. In Mexican culture, before starting a meal, it's common to say "provecho". It conveys the heartfelt wish that the meal will be enjoyable and beneficial for the perso...

Send a text On today’s show, I have the pleasure of speaking with the incredible and talented FRANCISCO LOYO, Grammy-Award winning keyboardist, songwriter, producer, composer and LUIS MIGUEL'S musical director for over 20 years. Francisco walks us through his touring years with international recording artist Luis Miguel, what it's like to perform in front of thousands and how to work as a professional songwriter in the business. Today we are highlighting Franciso’s original song ...

Send a text After meeting Austin Gilliam online for the interview, I now call him Awesome Austin. Standing at 6’5” with his mountain man beard, edgy baritone voice, and beefy guitar lines, I can only imagine that Austin strikes a commanding presence on stage and in person. In this episode we talk about the making of his music, share some crazy gigging stories, and Austin offers some real practical hit-the-ground-running DIY ways for musicians to effectively work in the busi...

Send a text The band, Extra Soul Please (ESP) is a four piece brass band that has coined a new style of west coast music called SoCal Brasshouse. With a west coast laid back sensibility, the music of ESP delights our senses all at once. Our discussion ranged from a funny story in Las Vegas, persistence as a musician in the biz and how music helps emotional strength in everyday life. No matter which ESP song you listen to, the melodies of the tight brass resonate into mu...

Send a text EDDIE ESPINOSA is a prolific songwriter, educator, worship leader, musician and composer. One of his most famous songs is “Change my heart, Oh God” which has been sung and performed in churches all over the world and by countless vocalists since 1982. We discuss the magic of one of Eddie's greatest musical influences - The Beatles - and how their songs influenced his writing. Our conversation gets deep about the creation of “Change My Heart, Oh God” and he ta...