The Career Musician

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Music Interviews
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#23: Michael Raphael | From Jailhouse to Produc...
Rock star and production music composer expert Michael Raphael explains his career trajectory from rocking stages all over the world to rocking in his posh home studio in LA!
58 min
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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
153
#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
156
#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
158
#17: Adam Blackstone Covers the BASS-ics
BASSic Black Entertainment CEO, Adam Blackstone shares insight of being a high profile Music Director.
18 min
159
#16: Josh Pegram | The Main Dot Connector
Marketing and Advertising Wizard Josh Pegram on creating awareness, balancing different responsibilities, and practicing mindfullness.
35 min
160
#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
162
#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
163
#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
164
#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
165
#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
166
#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
167
#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
168
#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
169
#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
170
#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
171
#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
172
#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
173
#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