In this episode Katie explores her own gratitude for the success she already has, and discusses the tools she uses to maintain her mental health while on the road as a global touring artist. We also touch on body image as an artist, bad record deals and the importance of lawyers, and why Perth and Luton are both the best and worst places to live in the world.   Connect with Koven: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Merch Connect with Reija Lee: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | Youtube | Email

Music industry lifecoach and founder of Wingwoman, Nancy Lipman, shares her wisdom on how to thrive in the music industry. We discuss worthiness, goal setting, performance anxiety, and the importance of being an entrepreneur. Connect with Nancy: Wingwoman | Email | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Connect with Reija Lee: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | Youtube | Email

In this episode Tina shares how she overcame her struggle with depression and returned to the love of making music after COVID. She shares her tips on maintaining a healthy relationship with social media whilst still using it to grow your brand, and we also looked at ways to stop comparing yourself to others, internalised misogyny, and working with ADHD. Connect with Tina Says: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube Connect with Reija Lee: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | Youtube | Email Notes from our conversation: Listen to the follow up episode with Jono on 'A Band Apart with Ekko & Sidtrack' here

Jonathan Hansen, better known as one half of the drum n bass duo Ekko & Sidetrack, joins me this week to chat about relationships, scream crying, and the importance of healthy communication. We discuss our struggles with ADHD, taking medication for mental health, and true to form for our friendship, share some embarrassing poo stories.  Connect with Ekko & Sidetrack: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | A Band Apart Podcast Connect with Reija Lee:  Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | Youtube | Email

Contemporary dancer and yoga instructor, Sacha Flanagan, bravely bears all as we discuss the ups and downs of the dance industry, her journey into a new career path, and her story of processing personal loss through the practice of yoga. Connect with Sacha: Instagram | State of Shanti - Website | State of Shanti - Instagram Connect with Reija Lee: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | Youtube | Email Notes from our conversation: Download One Giant Mind app here

Super smart Ph.D candidate Sophie Freeman shares with us her research on music streaming platforms and how they are utilised and perceived by their various users (musicians, listeners, managers, radio, etc.). We talked about the pros and cons of the streaming world, social media, and algorithms; alternative pathways to success (there's more than just streaming and radio!); and how to navigate the ever evolving tecnological side of this music industry that we now find ourselves in.  Connect with Sophie: Instagram | Email Connect with Reija Lee: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Email Notes from our conversation: Listen to the Daniel Johns podcast here Listen to the Disgraceland podcast here  

Shockone and Reija Lee discuss how to build resilience in the music industry, the importance of knowing your true self, and why gratitude is essential for every artist. Connect with ShockOne: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube Connect with Reija Lee: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | Youtube | Email