After 2.5 years and 106 episodes of the Headliner Podcast, we are officially complete! Thank you SO MUCH to all of the guests that took time out of their lives to share their energy, inspiration and wisdom with us. And thank you to all of YOU for listening, sharing and supporting over the years. My heart is FILLED with gratitude as I wrap up this Hero's Journey and move on to the next chapter and adventure. Wishing you all the best as you continue to create, express, share and grow :) -Nik

In this episode of the Headliner Mindset Podcast, Rave Jesus joins the show for an expansive, honest conversation about faith, creativity, and the deeper spiritual current running through dance music culture. The discussion traces Rave Jesus’ journey from touring internationally and releasing music on major labels to following an unexpected calling that reshaped both his career and identity. Rather than stepping away from rave culture, the conversation explores how electronic music, community...

In this episode of the Headliner Mindset Podcast, I sit down with one of my coaching clients NIMDA for a raw, honest conversation about the realities of building a career in heavy music. We talk about touring burnout, creative pressure, comparison, and what it actually takes to stay mentally healthy while flying nonstop, staying up all night making music, and performing at a high level. NMDA opens up about: Burnout from touring and constant travelThe pressure of making new music for ever...

In this episode of the Headliner Mindset Podcast, I sit down with Modestep for an honest conversation about what it really takes to last in the music industry. We talk about the parts of the artist journey that don’t make it onto social media — burnout, mental health, physical wear and tear from touring, and the pressure to keep showing up even when you’re struggling. Josh shares real insight on: Why going viral doesn’t equal selling ticketsThe difference between online hype and real fansDJ c...

What happens when your passion becomes your paycheck? In this episode, San Holo and I unpack the real journey of turning your art into a business — and how to stay grounded when success starts pulling you in every direction. From his first viral remix on SoundCloud to headlining global festivals, San shares the mindset that’s kept him authentic through it all. We talk about the creative struggle, the pressure to keep up with trends, and why staying different is both a blessing and a curse. 🔥 ...

Book a free coaching call here: https://www.nikcherwink.com/apply In this episode, Big Gigantic’s Dominic Lalli shares how he went from broke jazz gigs in New York to headlining festivals around the world. We talk about building Big Gigantic from the ground up, the mindset behind 15+ years of success, and how to stay creative, relevant, and inspired in an industry that’s always changing. Whether you’re a DJ, producer, or artist chasing long-term growth, this conversation is packed with lesson...

100 episodes. What a milestone! In this solo episode, I open up about the highs and lows of reaching this point with the Headliner Mindset Podcast. I share honestly about the self-doubt that crept in, the voice that told me to quit, and the support that reminded me why I started. From stepping on stage recently with Bella Renee to hearing encouragement from past clients, this episode is about the importance of having people in your corner. We dive into: Why consistency is everything (and what...

Apply for coaching here: https://www.nikcherwink.com/apply RIOT just dropped their new album The Machine on Slander and NGHTMRE’s label, Gud Vibrations, and are hitting the road for their first-ever national headlining tour. In this episode, we talk about what it takes to build a sustainable career in bass music—while staying true to your vision and leveling up every step of the way. We dive into: The grind of moving from support slots to headlining showsHow they balanced singles, a full alb...

Book a free coaching call here: www.nikcherwink.com What happens when the dream you’ve been chasing no longer feels like yours? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Fredy Lane returns to the podcast to share why she’s walking away from her artist project at the height of her momentum — and what it really means to let go, evolve, and trust your intuition. We get into: Why she decided to retire the Fredy Lane project and leave the touring DJ lifestyle behindThe pressure to stay in the...

Steller just wrapped her first headlining tour — and she’s doing things differently. In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to build a career with intention, from learning to trust your gut to putting your mental health first in an industry that often glorifies the grind. We get into: How Steller partnered with To Write Love On Her Arms to bring mental health resources to her showsWhy she waited a full year before going on tour — and how she knew the timing was rightThe emotional...