LTATM | Lets Talk About The Music, Talk Show

Exciting news! Let’s Talk About The Music launches on October 2, 2024!  After a six-year rebranding pause while I studied at Green River College and learned from KGRG, I’m back to share what I’ve learned.  The editing may be a bit rough as I settle back in, but I hope you'll join me and some amazing guest co-hosts.  Catch the show on YouTube or as a podcast through Audioboom. For updates, visit LTATM.com and sign up for our newsletter. Looking forward to this musical journey together!

🎉 Hey everyone! I’m super excited to announce that "The NEW Let’s Talk About The Music" is back with its first episode in 6 years on October 2, 2024! After spending the last six years at Green River College, I’m ready to dive back into the music scene with you. Here’s how you can enjoy the new season: Option 1: Listen on Wednesdays (or Thursdays in Australia) on platforms like Aubiboom, Spotify, Amazon Music, Castbox, Podchaser, and Podcast Addict. More podcast formats will be available soon! Option 2: Prefer to watch? Catch episodes on Saturdays (or Thursdays in Australia). Option 3: After each episode, dive deeper with my blog at Let’sTalkAboutTheMusic.com for all the details! I can’t wait for you to join me—because the music is everywhere! 🎶

In this two-part premiere episode of Let’s Talk About The Music (LTATM), we dive into real stories and advice for new musicians looking to break into the industry. 🔥 Special Guests: 🎸 Sean from Lust for Glory (Spokane, WA) 🎤 Corey Wold (formerly of 21 Day Coma, now with Pure Energy) Both artists share their personal journeys, challenges, and insider tips to help aspiring musicians like Keith from CHAOS 101 navigate the industry. If you're a new artist looking for guidance, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration! 🎵 Topics Covered: ✅ How to get started in the music industry ✅ Lessons learned from the independent music scene ✅ Real stories of growth, setbacks, and success 🔔 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE for more music industry discussions & artist interviews! 📢 More from LTATM: 🌎 Website: letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📲 Follow us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

In this second part of our premiere episode, we continue the conversation about breaking into the music industry and the inspirations that drive new musicians. 🔥 Special Guests: 🎤 Corey Wold (21 Day Coma, Pure Energy) 🎸 Sean (Lust for Glory, Spokane, WA) 🎶 Featuring Keith from CHAOS 101 Corey and Sean dive deeper into Keith’s journey as an aspiring electronic musician, exploring what inspires him and his musical roots. We also learn about Keith’s biggest influence—his uncle, a jazz and blues performer in Arizona’s Soul Essential. 🎵 Topics Covered: ✅ How personal influences shape a musician’s journey ✅ Finding your sound as an independent artist ✅ Key steps to starting in the music industry 🎧 Listen to "Let's Talk About The Music" on: 🔹 Spotify | Amazon Music | iHeartRadio | Pandora | Apple Podcasts | YouTube 🔹 Powered by audioBoom | Special thanks to #GreenRiverCollege & the former #KGRG 🔔 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE for more artist interviews & music industry insights! 📢 More from LTATM: 🌎 Website: letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📲 Follow us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

In this exciting second episode of Let’s Talk About The Music, we dive into the world of full-time musicianship and the determination it takes to make music your career. 🔥 Special Guests: 🎤 Meghanne Storey – A soulful musician from the Pacific Northwest, blending blues with various musical styles, and balancing a full-time music career with studying for her master's degree. 🎶 Melody & Evita – From Way Past Midnight in New Jersey, these two talented ladies share how they make a living as full-time musicians. What’s Inside: ✅ How to make a sustainable living in music ✅ Balancing career, education, and music ✅ Unique paths into full-time musicianship This episode brings together three incredible women from different backgrounds, sharing their experiences and offering advice for anyone considering a full-time music career. 🎧 Listen to "Let’s Talk About The Music" on: 🔹 Spotify | Amazon Music | iHeartRadio | Pandora | Apple Podcasts | YouTube 🔔 Subscribe for more artist stories, industry insights & inspiration! 📢 Visit our website for more: letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📲 Follow us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Welcome to Episode 3 of Let’s Talk About The Music! 🎶 This episode explores the unique experiences of musicians who serve in the military, how their service shapes their music careers, and the challenges they face balancing both worlds. 🎖️ Did you know? As of 2020, 27.4 million armed forces personnel served worldwide. In 2024, Global Firepower ranked the USA #1 and Australia #16 in military strength. The U.S. Armed Forces employs 6,500 military musicians across 130 units, performing for troops and as musical ambassadors. 📢 MEET OUR GUESTS: 🇺🇸 Austin & Grace (Prickly Paranoia – USA) - A married duo balancing military service and music. Austin (bass) is a Veteran Specialist in the National Guard. Grace (lead guitar & vocals) is an Army Captain in the Logistics Branch. 🇦🇺 Tony Schmidt (Gen2 – Australia) Based in Melbourne, Tony’s band Gen2 is signed with Golden Robot Records. Comes from a military family and shares insights on the impact of service on music careers. 🎶 Tune in to hear their stories, challenges, and inspirations as musicians in the military! 📲 Visit our website for more: LTATM.com 📖 Read the blog post: EP 3 – Musicians in the Military 🔔 Subscribe for more real stories, artist interviews, and deep dives into the music world!

In this episode of Let’s Talk About The Music, host Shels sits down with three talented musicians from different parts of the world to discuss how local music scenes have evolved since the COVID-19 pandemic. The music industry has faced many challenges, but artists continue to adapt, innovate, and push forward. Our guests share their personal experiences, highlighting the struggles, creative solutions, and new opportunities that have emerged in their communities. Guest Speakers: Shauna Specht – shaunaspecht.com King George Music – linktr.ee/kinggeorgemusic The Euro Theatre – Facebook Giselle from FATAL Butterfly – FATAL Butterfly on Facebook Listen & Learn More: For more details, visit LTATM.com Produced by: Shels L Pixi Theme Song by: Papa Satch 📢 LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy.

In this episode of Let's Talk About The Music, we dive into the creative world of Guilded Lilly, an alternative rock band from Tacoma, WA. They share their unique approach to recording and using a metronome click to enhance their sound. We’ll also explore their musical journey, inspirations, and creative process—giving you an exclusive inside look at what drives them as a band. 🎸 Guest: Guilded Lilly 📍 Location: Tacoma, WA 🎶 Topics Covered: ✔️ How Guilded Lilly incorporates a metronome in recording ✔️ Their unique sound and creative influences ✔️ Insights into Tacoma’s indie music scene 🔗 More Info & Episodes: LTATM.com 🎧 Follow & Listen: #GuildedLilly #TacomaMusic #MetronomeInMusic #IndependentMusic #MusicPodcast 📢 Produced by: Shels L Pixi 🎵 Theme Song by: Papa Satch "LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy."

Hey everyone, I just wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for being part of the Let’s Talk About The Music community. Although Episode 6 aired on a different night, I’m incredibly grateful for your continued support. This week’s LTATM blog is dedicated to the entire Let’s Talk About The Music website. Be sure to visit letstalkaboutthemusic.com to explore all our content, including past episodes, interviews, and more! 🔗 Follow LTATM on Social Media: Facebook: Let’s Talk About The Music Instagram: Official Lets Talk About The Music  YouTube: Official Let's Talk About The Music, Talk Show 💬 Join the Conversation! Comment below and let me know—what’s been your favorite episode so far? What topics would you love to hear in future episodes? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new content! 🎵 Produced by: Shels L Pixi 🎵 Theme Song by: Papa Satch "LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy."

The latest episode of Let’s Talk About The Music is here! EP 7: Musicians on Mental Health has just dropped on the official LTATM YouTube channel. In this powerful episode, Helen Perris, an acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter, Nance from Guilded Lilly and Bend, and host Shels L Pixi come together to discuss mental health in the music industry. 🎵 Topics We Cover: ✔️ How musicians cope with mental health struggles ✔️ The songs they’ve written about mental health ✔️ 26 impactful songs addressing mental health ✔️ The emotional impact of songwriting This episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about mental health awareness, musicians’ well-being, and the healing power of music. --- Every subscription counts! Thank you for supporting independent music content. --- 🔗 Follow LTATM on Social Media: Facebook: Let’s Talk About The Music Instagram: LTATM Official Website: Letstalkaboutthemusic.com 🎵 Produced by: Shels L Pixi 🎵 Theme Song by: Papa Satch "LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy."

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 In this episode of Let’s Talk About The Music, host Shels L Pixi dives into the world of blues with Willie and the Whips, a talented local blues band from the Pacific Northwest (PNW). 🎵 What’s Inside This Episode? ✔️ The band's musical journey and creative process ✔️ A sneak peek into their highly anticipated new EP, "Wassippi" – releasing February 14, 2025 ✔️ The future of PNW blues music This exclusive interview offers an exciting glimpse into the heart of the blues scene. Whether you're a die-hard blues fan or just discovering the genre, you won’t want to miss this one! --- 📢 Follow Willie and the Whips: 🎸 Facebook: Willie and the Whips 🔗 Stay Connected with LTATM: 🌎 Website: Letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📺 YouTube: Official LTATM 📘 Facebook: Let’s Talk About The Music 📷 Instagram: LTATM Official 🎵 Produced by: Shels L Pixi 🎵 Theme Song by: Papa Satch "LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy."

 Join Shels L Pixi on Let’s Talk About The Music as she dives into the history of music promotions and how the industry has evolved over time. 🎙️ Special Guests: 🔥 Morgue Seattle – Burlesque Super Villainess & Twice-Elected Gothic Royalty 🔥 Stephen James Moore – Founder of Independent Music Promotions, a leading music PR & publicity company 🎧 What to Expect in This Episode? ✔️ The origins of music promotion & its impact today ✔️ How artists can successfully market their music ✔️ Insights from industry professionals --- 📅 When & Where to Listen? 🎙️All Streaming Podcast: Every Wednesday at 8 a.m. 📺 YouTube Video Premiere: Every Saturday at 8 a.m. --- 🔗 Stay Connected with LTATM: 🌎 Website: Letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📺 YouTube: Official LTATM 📘 Facebook: Let’s Talk About The Music 📷 Instagram: LTATM Official  📝✨ New Blog Post! ✨📝 https://www.letstalkaboutthemusic.com/ltatm-season-1/ltatm-9-promotions 🎵 Produced by: Shels L Pixi 🎵 Theme Song by: Papa Satch "LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy."

 In this special episode of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi sits down with Ripley from Juliet Tango and Evita from Way Past Midnight to discuss the unique challenges and triumphs of being women drummers in the music industry. 🎶 What’s Covered in This Episode? ✔️ Insights on being a woman drummer ✔️ A conversation about the early years of women drummers in music ✔️ The evolving role of women in drumming today --- 🎧 Tune in to LTATM: All Streaming Podcast: Every Wednesday at 8 a.m. YouTube Video Premiere: Every Saturday at 8 a.m. --- 🔗 Stay Connected with LTATM: 🌎 Website: Letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📺 YouTube: Official LTATM 📘 Facebook: Let’s Talk About The Music 📷 Instagram: LTATM Official 🎵 Produced by: Shels L Pixi 🎵 Theme Song by: Papa Satch "LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy."

In this landmark episode of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi sits down with four incredible women who are paving the way in the world of sound engineering, a field that’s still largely dominated by men. 🎧 Featured Guests: Ali Han – Founder of Basement Roots Entertainment Denise Barbarita – 3x Grammy Award-winning Engineer/Mixer Giorgi Baino – Award-winning Singer/Songwriter, Producer, and Engineer Jam Phelps – Mixing and Mastering Engineer and Music Producer Before hearing from these trailblazing women, we take a deep dive into the history of women in sound engineering. From pioneers like Hilda E. McNair, one of the first women in sound engineering, to modern-day legends like Leslie Ann Jones and Marcella Christina Araica, we celebrate the legacy of women who have faced challenges and pushed boundaries to shape the sound of music. --- 🎧 Tune in to LTATM: All Streaming Podcast: Every Wednesday at 8 a.m. YouTube Video Premiere: Every Saturday at 8 a.m. --- 🔗 Stay Connected with LTATM: 🌎 Website: Letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📺 YouTube: Official LTATM 📘 Facebook: Let’s Talk About The Music 📷 Instagram: LTATM Official 🎵 Produced by: Shels L Pixi 🎵 Theme Song by: Papa Satch "LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy."

In this episode of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi is joined by Mike, Band Manager of Limberlost, and Melody, Assistant Manager to The Meghanne Storey, to give a behind-the-scenes look at the world of music management. Together, they share the everyday tasks involved in managing musicians, as well as some insightful backstories from their experiences in the industry. Before diving into their stories, Shels takes a moment to share a bit of history on the role of music managers, exploring how the role has evolved over time and how it plays a crucial part in the success of musicians today. --- 🎧 Tune in to LTATM: All Streaming Podcast: Every Wednesday at 8 a.m. YouTube Video Premiere: Every Saturday at 8 a.m. --- 🔗 Stay Connected with LTATM: 🌎 Website: Letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📺 YouTube: Official LTATM 📘 Facebook: Let’s Talk About The Music 📷 Instagram: LTATM Official 🎵 Produced by: Shels L Pixi 🎵 Theme Song by: Papa Satch "LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy."

🎙️ EPISODE 13 | Looking Back at Season 1 (Episodes 1-7) Welcome to Episode 13 of Let’s Talk About The Music! 🎶 In this special recap episode, I take a moment to reflect on the first seven episodes of Season 1. I’ll be doing this for every set of seven episodes, so stay tuned for more highlights! 📌 Each podcast episode also has an in-depth blog post with additional insights and behind-the-scenes details. Check them out below! 🔥 EPISODE RECAPS & BLOG LINKS: 🎧 EP 1 – Inspiring Musicians A conversation about inspiring musicians—plus a funny behind-the-scenes clip! 📖 Blog: LTATM – A New Beginning 🎸 EP 2 – Building a Career as Full-Time Musicians Maggie Storey, Melody, and Evita discuss the challenges of making a living as musicians. 📖 Blog: LTATM – Episode 2 🎶 EP 3 – Grace & Austin’s Story How Grace and Austin met through music while serving in the military. 📖 Blog: LTATM – Episode 3 🌍 EP 4 – Music in a Post-COVID World Musicians from around the world share how the pandemic changed their careers. 📖 Blog: LTATM – EP 4 🎤 EP 5 – Gilded Lilly Explains "Metronome" The band Gilded Lilly does their best to explain this unique genre. 📖 Blog: LTATM – EP 5 🙏 EP 6 – A Special Thank You A heartfelt thank-you episode to everyone supporting Let’s Talk About The Music. 📖 Blog: LTATM – EP 6 🧠 EP 7 – Songs for Mental Health A lighthearted yet insightful look at musicians addressing mental health through their songs. 📖 Blog: LTATM – EP 7 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes, artist stories, and deep dives into the music industry! 📢 Visit our website for more: letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📲 Follow us on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

In Episode 14 of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi takes a brief journey through the history of music labels, setting the stage for a conversation with Spencer from Avalon Street Records and Will from Prepaid Friends Records. In this episode, they dive into the important factors to consider when looking for a record label, from industry expectations to the creative freedom artists can maintain. Shels asks the tough questions to help both aspiring musicians and music industry veterans understand what to look for in a label relationship. This episode is an essential listen for anyone navigating the world of record labels and seeking insight into what it takes to build a successful partnership. --- 🎧 Tune in to LTATM: All Streaming Podcast: Every Wednesday at 8 a.m. YouTube Video Premiere: Every Saturday at 8 a.m. --- 🔗 Stay Connected with LTATM: 🌎 Website: Letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📺 YouTube: Official LTATM 📘 Facebook: Let’s Talk About The Music 📷 Instagram: LTATM Official 🎵 Produced by: Shels L Pixi 🎵 Theme Song by: Papa Satch "LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy."

 In Episode 15 of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi kicks things off by listing 15 indie musicians who have significantly shaped the Pacific Northwest music scene. These talented artists have contributed to the unique sound and rich culture of the PNW, and Shels takes a moment to spotlight their impact. After this, Shels sits down with Fifteen Stitches, an up-and-coming band making waves in the PNW music scene. The band shares their journey, discusses their new CD release, and gives fans a sneak peek into the music video they’re currently working on. Plus, hear about the artists they admire and who they believe are helping to shape the future of PNW music. --- 🎧 Tune in to LTATM: All Streaming Podcast: Every Wednesday at 8 a.m. YouTube Video Premiere: Every Saturday at 8 a.m. --- 🔗 Stay Connected with LTATM: 🌎 Website: Letstalkaboutthemusic.com 📺 YouTube: Official LTATM 📘 Facebook: Let’s Talk About The Music 📷 Instagram: LTATM Official 🎵 Produced by: Shels L Pixi 🎵 Theme Song by: Papa Satch "LTATM / Let's Talk About The Music has been trademarked and copyrighted since 2015. For further information, please refer to the LTATM Policy."

🎵 LTATM Ep 16 | The History of Song Structure + Man of the Mountain In Episode 16 of Let’s Talk About The Music, Shels L Pixi takes a deep dive into the history of song structure, breaking down how music composition has evolved over time. Joining the conversation is Man of the Mountain, a band known for their unique approach to songwriting. They share insights into their creative process, the gear that shapes their sound, and what inspires their music. 📢 Whether you're a musician or a music fan, this episode blends music history with artist interviews for an engaging deep dive! 🎧 Listen now on Audioboom, YouTube, and all podcast platforms! #Songwriting #MusicHistory #ManOfTheMountain #MusicPodcast #IndependentMusic #Letstalkaboutthemusic #LTATM