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|

317 Tour Planning – Essential Strategies for Independent Musicians’ Success

Tour planning requires careful strategy and execution for independent musicians to succeed on the road. In this episode, I share key insights from Liner Notes Insider on venue selection, tour management, fan engagement, and revenue optimization. Learn practical approaches to building sustainable tours and get a [...]

2025-01-24T13:38:38-06:00January 31st, 2025|Income, Performing, Podcast|

316 Home Recording: A Drummer’s Guide to Getting Started

Home recording doesn't require a professional studio - it involves understanding fundamentals, making smart choices about gear, and focusing on performance quality. In this episode, I share my journey from basic podcast recording to producing music, including practical tips on choosing your first DAW, selecting an [...]

2025-01-17T13:50:01-06:00January 17th, 2025|Creativity, Podcast|

315 Tony Harrah – Book Marketing, Sales Strategy, and Industry Independence

Book marketing takes center stage in part two of my conversation with independent musician and author Tony Harrah. He breaks down his mathematical approach to sales strategy, sharing insights on reaching target audiences without traditional industry gatekeepers. From his decision to self-narrate audio books to his [...]

2025-01-10T07:09:25-06:00January 10th, 2025|Creativity, Income, Marketing, Podcast|

314 Lyrical Poetry – Tony Harrah on the Parallels of Book and Music Marketing

Independent musician and author Tony Harrah shares his lyrical poetry journey across the music and literary worlds. In this first of two parts, Tony discusses his realization that marketing books mirrors marketing music, detailing his experiences building writer groups (much like starting his blues jams) and [...]

2025-01-09T16:21:13-06:00January 3rd, 2025|Creativity, Marketing, Podcast|
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