About Robonzo

Host of The Unstarving Musician's Podcast, Author, Drummer, Vocalist, Marketeer.

Creative Sustainability: How Musicians Thrive by Prioritizing Well-being

Creative Sustainability: How Musicians Thrive by Prioritizing Well-being Creative sustainability is becoming the new paradigm for successful musicians, replacing the outdated "suffering artist" myth that has long pervaded the industry. This notion that great art can only emerge from pain and struggle is being challenged by artists who show that [...]

2025-03-17T15:33:09-06:00March 17th, 2025|Creativity|

321 Maximizing Video Promotion Impact: Andy Gesner’s Strategies for Independent Musicians

Effective video promotion strategies can transform an independent artist's career, as demonstrated by Hip Video Promo founder Andy Gesner in this informative conversation. With 25 years of experience connecting musicians to audiences through visual content, Andy shares the tactics behind breakthrough successes like Johnny Cash's "Hurt" [...]

2025-03-14T02:55:52-06:00March 14th, 2025|Marketing, Podcast|

320 Musician Health Strategies: Navigating Music Industry Relationships for Career Longevity

Musician health strategies are essential tools for navigating the complex web of personal and professional relationships that can make or break long-term success in the music industry. This episode explores the unique relationship dynamics that musicians face, where the lines between personal and professional connections often [...]

2025-02-27T23:35:31-06:00February 28th, 2025|Creativity, Performing, Podcast|

Music Contracts: Essential Protections Every Artist Should Understand

Music Contracts: Essential Protections Every Artist Should Understand Music contracts form the foundation of a sustainable career in the industry, yet they remain one of the most overlooked aspects of an artist's journey. As someone who's interviewed hundreds of successful independent musicians, I've found that understanding contractual protections often [...]

2025-03-17T14:51:19-06:00February 21st, 2025|Income|

319 Musician Well-being: Breaking the Suffering Artist Myth for Sustainable Success

This episode explores musician well-being and challenges the persistent "suffering artist" myth. Drawing from recent examples of successful artists like Lizzy McAlpine and Ashe, Robonzo examines how prioritizing mental health leads to sustainable music careers rather than limiting them. Discover practical strategies for setting boundaries, managing [...]

2025-02-20T15:28:10-06:00February 21st, 2025|Creativity, Performing, Podcast|

318 Music Business Essentials – A Musician’s Guide to Copyrights, Contracts & Cash Flow

Music business fundamentals can make or break an artist's career sustainability. In this episode, we break down essential legal and financial practices that help independent musicians protect their work and build sustainable careers. From copyright registration and performance contracts to accounting basics and tax planning, we [...]

2025-02-06T18:02:49-06:00February 7th, 2025|Income, Podcast|
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