The Career Musician

Learn the secrets of the music industry and how to build a lasting career!

Music Interviews
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#22: Elvin Ross | Rise Up and Compose
Elvin Ross is a staple of the TV/Film/Play composition world as Tyler Perry's literal right-hand-man, Elvin has composed and produced much of the programming you've watched!
53 min
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#21: Possible Chops | Dave Hooper Pt. 2
LA session/touring drummer Dave Hooper talks about his new website which makes even the most mind boggling "drumming chops" possible!
55 min
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#21: Dave Hooper | Possible Chops Pt. 1
LA session/touring drummer Dave Hooper talks about his new website which makes even the most mind boggling "drumming chops" possible!
62 min
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#20: John Acosta | United We Stand AFM
President of the Musician's Union, John Acosta tells us the benefits of being a member and dispels some of the myths of the AFM.
51 min
155
#19: Marty Schwartz | Going Viral
As one of the premier YouTube guitar instructors, Marty talks to Nomad about the process of building his virtual empire.
71 min
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#18: Doug E. Fresh | The Human Beatbox
Nomad caught up backstage with Doug E. Fresh on the co-bill for a Babyface concert in Jax, FL.
10 min
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#17: Adam Blackstone Covers the BASS-ics
BASSic Black Entertainment CEO, Adam Blackstone shares insight of being a high profile Music Director.
18 min
158
#16: Josh Pegram | The Main Dot Connector
Marketing and Advertising Wizard Josh Pegram on creating awareness, balancing different responsibilities, and practicing mindfullness.
35 min
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#15: Jason Land | The Ultimate Guitar Ninja
Unlocking tool boxes, knowing your "WHY", and Synergy Expansion - A discussion with educator Jason Land.
50 min
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#14: Michael Manson | The Bottom Line
Professional Bassist Michael Manson talks with The Career Musician about his influences and peers, and his take on being a working, traveling musician.
24 min
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#13: Cecil Guyton | Know Where You're Going
Cecil Guyton shares his feelings on being adaptable as a professional musician, along with thoughts on management and recording technique.
18 min
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#12: Mark Phillips | The Black Operator
Mark Phillips says you don't need a publishing company! The master on how to operate within the music business as a creative individual.
49 min
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#11: Babyface Cast & Crew | Behind The Scenes
NOMAD lifts the curtain to expose what it takes to remain consistent as a professional musician, and takes a look at the ways in which live music is changing.
14 min
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#10: Jason Moss | Super Sonic Noise Maker
Music Licensing professional Jason Moss on the in's and out's of this very important side of the music industry.
70 min
165
#9: Kirk Whalum | The Gospel According to Jazz
Jazz legend, Kirk Whalum talks about jazz philosophy, practice, artistic strategy and finding your place in the industry.
46 min
166
#8: Dale & Mark Ranz | Flying High
Dale and Mark Ranz talk about the premier method of travel in the music business: PRIVATE JETS.
19 min
167
#7: Tommy Sims | Changing The World
Professional producer and songwriter Tommy Sims talks with NOMAD about marketing, shifting musical lanes and tracking live musicians.
51 min
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#6: Ruslan Sirota | Award Winning Pianist and C...
NOMAD speaks with the famous pianist and composer about his work methods, and how owning a keyboard is Ukraine was illegal!
37 min
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#5: John Powell | Virtuoso Film Composer
One of the great Film Composers of our time, John Powell, talks with NOMAD about his work in film scoring, recording techniques, software as a writing tool and finding your own voice.
26 min
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#4: Bernie Boyle | Legendary Tour Manager
Legendary tour manager, Bernie Boyle (The Beatles, Michael Jackson) shares his experiences managing tours for some of the world's most famous artists.
24 min
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#3: Joel Stevenett | Drummer to the Stars
Joel Stevenett goes into detail, sharing tips and tricks about what it takes to be a successful career musician, drummer and self promoter.
42 min
172
#2: Tyrone Mattner & Gareth Katzew | Healthy Ro...
NOMAD interviews event security and close protection bodyguards who share secrets for maintaining a healthy lifestyle working in show business.
32 min
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#1: Kenny Babyface Edmonds Band | Rules of the ...
NOMAD interviews members of the Kenny Babyface Edmonds band and crew about essential "rules of the road," along with details on the finer points of being a touring musician.
29 min