International touring artist and global citizen Eli Lev is making the world a smaller place, one song at a time. Eli pens lyrics and melodies for everyday enlightenment that offer the wisdom he’s gained through lifelong travel and self-discovery. Some of his passions include connecting with his Levitators community, getting geeky with building online automated systems, and helping artists make a full-time living doing what they love. In this enlightening episode, host Michael Walker delves...

Matt Fawcett is a singer-songwriter from a small town in Ohio. His music is characterized by its ability to comfort those who are suffering while also challenging those who are comfortable. As a husband and father, he has a deep desire to serve people from all walks of life through his music. His sound is a blend of country, folk, and rock. In this episode, Matt delves into his musical journey, exploring the decision to pursue music full-time, the power of grassroots marketing and the...

Johnny Dwinell has been a key player in the music industry with his diverse experiences, including fronting his own band Kidd Gypsy to co-founding Daredevil Production where he’s worked with notable artists such as Tracy Lawrence, Ty Herndon, and Jamie O’Neal. He’s authored two Amazon bestsellers on music marketing strategy and to co-found The C.L.I.M.B. Show, an influential music business podcast. Johnny shares his insights on breaking artists in the increasingly digital music world. He...

Logan Thomas is an indie-pop singer/songwriter from the small town of Richmond Hill, Georgia. Logan's music is down-to-earth yet uplifting, inspiring his fans to be present in the moment and embrace both the good and the bad in their life. Logan works closely with the artists in our program to help them automate their entire marketing system to bring in new fans overnight.  Logan and host Michael Walker delve into the inner workings of a successful music career, and challenge the status quo...

Jared Christianson is a successful and highly renowned musician and digital marketer. While advancing his professional career as a touring and recording artist in the well-know progressive metal band Arkaik, he helps driven artists grow and monetize their audience through his work with Modern Musician. He is known for consistently being at the cutting edge of digital marketing and using his knowledge to help more people reach their audience. Jared and Michael dive into tried and tested...

Meet Jason Tonioli, an accomplished New Age pianist, ninja entrepreneur, and Modern Musician Gold Artist alum. With eight self-published albums and piano books under his belt, Jason hit a 7-figure year with his music. His entrepreneurial spirit extends beyond music, as he also owns Amazing Vacations Costa Rica, a travel agency known for arranging unforgettable experiences. They explore the nuances of optimizing funnels over streaming platforms, building relationships, creating horizon...

Building Mental Resilience, Embracing Uniqueness, and Fostering Authenticity with MM Coach HannaH Ardenski Meet HannaH Ardenski, an accomplished musician, dream builder life coach, and certified Sadhana Yoga Instructor. With 7 albums released under her group, HannaH's Field, her music aims to tune listeners into love's vibration. Her talent has seen her open for numerous National acts, and she is a regular feature on Sirius XM. HannaH's passion for helping Independent Artists promote their...

Jorge Brea is the Founder and CEO of Symphonic, a digital music services company which provides digital distribution, playlisting and marketing services, go to market strategy, and more for content creators. Today, Symphonic serves thousands of content creators worldwide, distributing music from artists like Daddy Yankee and Deadmau5, and has been recognized by Billboard Magazine's Indie Power Players list from 2018-2022. In this episode, Jorge delves into the latest changes at Spotify and...

Clay Mills, a 16-time ASCAP hit songwriter and two-time Grammy nominee, grew up surrounded by music in the Blues-rich Mississippi Delta. Since moving to Nashville, Clay has had over 150 major artist cuts, including: five Number 1 hits in multiple genres, six Top 5 singles, and 12 Top 40 singles. He’s lobbied congress on behalf of songwriter’s rights to fair compensation. And along with Marty Dodson, co-founded SongTown.com, a world-wide online community of songwriters. He co-authored the...

Chris SD has been instrumental in getting indie music featured in top shows, movies, and ads. As an award-winning music producer, Chris has amassed 5 Juno Awards and 7 nominations, including Engineer of the Year. His innovative 5-step program, "The Art Of The Song Pitch," not only teaches indie songwriters the art of getting their music synced successfully in TV and film, but it also helps them build vital connections with music supervisors. In this episode, Chris SD takes us on a deep dive...

Meet Adam McInnis, a powerhouse in the music industry, who has left his indelible mark in blockbuster movies like Hobbs & Shaw, Beyond the Lights, & Unfriended "Dark Web". As a songwriter, producer, and artist, he's created hit tracks for giants like Vh1, MTV, HBO, ESPN, Fox, ABC, CMT, Nintendo and Netflix. His eclectic melange of soul, rock, country, pop, and blues has him co-writing with prestigious songwriters.  In this episode, we delve into the importance of filtering through...

Nomad has worked with industry titans Justin Bieber, Celine Dion, and Aretha Franklin among others. He's also flexed his musical prowess in the film industry, working with award-winning composers and featuring on numerous movie soundtracks. A continuous learner and educator, Nomad launched The Career Musician Podcast as a guide for aspiring musicians aiming for sustainable success. Nomad shares valuable lessons on building a successful music career leveraging connections, maintaining a...

Building a Distinctive Brand: The Role of Vision and Intention in Music Artwork with Futurist Frontman Curtis Peel Curtis Peel is a director, musician, animator, and graphic artist. He is the founder of Avalanche Artists, his production company that specializing in music & lyric videos, branding, graphic design, and merchandise. He also fronts the "Alt Rock, Psychedelic-Pop” project, Futurist -which is the ultimate container for his diverse creative interests. In this episode, we delve...

Phil Johnson has an action-packed show filled with his two loves, comedy and music. Phil has been seen and heard at the Sundance Film Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, on Sirius/XM, Bob and Tom radio, and Amazon Prime. He’s also released multiple comedy specials and albums filled with his colorful, tightly-written comedy. In this episode, we dive into a laughter-filled conversation with Phil Johnson, as he shares his journey of combining music and comedy, offers insights into refining...

Ryan Krysiak, founder of Monochrome Studios, is not only dedicated to accelerating musicians' skills of all ages, but also a part of the dynamic cover band, First To Eleven. His band has transformed popular hits into innovative versions that have amassed a loyal following of 1.69 million YouTube subscribers with over half a billion views.  Ryan delves into the intrinsic value of cover songs as a powerful tool for resonating with existing fans and drawing in a new audience. He shares his...

Lara Chapman is an award-winning singer/songwriter turned viral vocal coach and the Founder of VoxTape Studios. By building a social media following of over 1 million people she has helped thousands of singers transform from shy and aspiring singers into confident and authentic artists through her videos, online courses, and private lessons. Lara and Michael discuss the importance of practice and experience in becoming a successful performer. She discusses proper training, finding your...

Milo Lombardi (Nifty Sax) is an Italian saxophonist, composer and founder. Lombardi has made history as one of the first instrumentalists to release collectible music on the blockchain. Lombardi's dedication to pushing musical boundaries has garnered international accolades, including recognition from legends like Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter. A true visionary, Lombardi is redefining the music industry's future landscape with Nifty Music. In this episode, Spencer discusses the parallels...

Spencer Grimes is a husband, father, artist and software builder. Additionally he's the founder, singer and song-writer for the Minneapolis based indie-rock band, Whosah. He's deeply passionate about connecting and empowering people to live and work as their best selves through software, music, and building relationships. Spencer leads the software development team at Modern Musician.  In this episode, Spencer discusses the parallels between the music and software development communities,...

Reagan Ramm has established himself as a professional audio engineer, producer, songwriter and a creative digital marketer. Known for his innovative approach to music, he is the founder of Orpheus Academy – a unique platform for recording musicians, producers, and DIY songwriters, guiding them towards creating professional-quality music and flourishing artist careers online. In this episode of the Modern Musician Podcast, Reagan delves into the mindset roadblocks that hinder progress and...

Today’s guest is music industry vet and music business mentor Sidney Eugene. With a musical journey taking off as early as six years old, Sidney went on to be employed by Warner Bros. Records at 16 and facilitated his first deal for a whopping $52M at 19. His career is filled with numerous remarkable achievements, including creating the syncopated strings reference for Kanye West’s “Flashing Lights”, a successful tenure at Warner, UMG & Sony/RED, and more than 40 years in the music...

Michael Walker is the CEO and Founder of Modern Musician. Having personally reached 17 million views on YouTube, working with Grammy Award-winning producers and touring internationally to perform for hundreds of thousands of fans worldwide - Michael is one of those rare mentors who has actually walked the walk of their own methodology. Michael provides artists with the tools necessary to create a lasting career in the music industry. Michael welcomes his friend and member of the Modern...

Bobby Owsinski is a renowned author of 24 best-selling books on the music industry and a revered expert in the realm of music branding and audio. With accolades such as contributing to Forbes, appearances on CNN and ABC News, and a highly-rated podcast in its 9th year with over 400 episodes, Bobby's expertise is indisputable. His recent production ventures have topped the Billboard Blues Chart at #2 and the Apple Music Rock Chart at #5, affirming his mastery in the field. Michael Walker and...

Meet Dorian Perron, co-founder of Groover, an innovative web platform that has revolutionized music promotion and artist discovery. With a career filled with achievements, including the creation of the indie music blog, Indeflagration, and the Studio Flagrant, Dorian has dedicated his life to music and innovation. In this episode, Dorian shares his insights on how to succeed using Groover, how the platform works, and how artists can maximize their potential by taking all opportunities...

Meet Shane Heilman, the extraordinary talent behind The Psalms Project, a worship leader, vocalist, and music producer hailing from Madison, SD. A seasoned performer, he has captivated audiences across the U.S. and currently resides in Rapid City, SD, with his family.  In this episode, we delve into Shane's journey from part-time to full-time musician, and how Modern Musician was instrumental in this transition. We explore the compelling concept of free plus shipping offers for your music and...

Meet Apollo Fresh, a Haitian American rapper from South Florida whose innovative blend of rap music and anime visuals has garnered him over 100 million views for his hit, “JoJo Pose”. Following this viral success, Apollo has adeptly used Modern Musician to boost engagement with his rapidly growing fanbase, creating a sustainable music model that effectively monetizes his followers. In this insightful episode, Apollo shares his story of manifestation, resilience, and belief that brought him...