The Modern Working Musician
The Modern Working Musician
John Keegan Paluso
In the modern era it is apparent that there is no set career path in music anymore. This podcast dives into the many ideas and practices of what it takes to be a Modern Working Musician
Episode Nine: Phoebe Scott, Sincerity in Modern Music
Find Us On The Internet!keeganpaluso.com/modernworkingmusicianfacebook.com/modernworkingmusicianInstagram @themodernworkingmusicianPhoebe Scott is a musician and songwriter who is currently attending Belmont University. She is a member of the DIY success story “Coopertheband” and has recently released and EP under her own name that managed over 2,000 streams within 24 hours of it’s release.We talk about her budding career, sincerity in modern music, and feminism in the music industry.You can find Phoebe on all platforms at @phoebeisloud
Mar 17, 2020
1 hr 26 min
Episode Eight: Ally Wallace, Love and Recovery
Find Us On Social! keeganpaluso.com/modernworkingmusician facebook.com/modernworkingmusician Instagram @themodernworkingmusician Ally Wallace is a musician, songwriter, and educator from Memphis, TN We discuss her budding music career, her current passions, how she conquers fear, and a whole host of other things. You can find her on all platforms at @allyandthewalrus
Mar 9, 2020
1 hr
Episode Seven: Gregg Barsby, Lessons from a World Champion
Find Us on the Internet! keeganpaluso.com/modernworkingmusician facebook.com/modernworkingmusician Instagram @themodernworkingmusician Gregg Barsby is a drummer, musician, and the 2018 Professional Disc Golf World Champion. We talk about what got him into music, what got him into metal specifically, and what it takes to be a full time touring professional disc golfer. We also get into what it means to be a World Champion, how to handle pressure, and how all of those things can relate to the field of music. Please Enjoy!
Feb 24, 2020
53 min
Episode Six: Brian "Skinny" McCabe, Insights from a Legendary Venue Owner
Enjoy the show? Become a patron on patreon! patreon.com/keeganpaluso keeganpaluso.com/modernworkingmusician facebook.com/modernworkingmusician Instagram: @modernworkingmusician Twitter: @modernwmusician Brian "Skinny" McCabe is the owner of the legendary HiTone music venue in Memphis, TN. He is also the owner of Dirty Cotton Clothing Co. and Axes on Axels, a portable hatchet throwing center. Among many other things, Brian speaks about how he came to own the HiTone, how he purposefully worked every job in the bar industry to learn as much as he could, and how he runs three businesses entirely from his phone. He also talks about what he looks for when booking entertainment, and how bands and artists can put their best foot forward when working with a venue. This interview was nothing short of educational and inspirational. Please enjoy!
Feb 17, 2020
1 hr 5 min
Episode Five: Ben Ricketts on Creativity and Identity
LIke the show? Become a patron on patreon! patreon.com/keeganpaluso Ben Ricketts is a local music legend in Memphis, TN. We talk about everything from his writing process, to his engineering techniques, to how he books shows and tours. Most importantly, we get to experience some of his fantastic wisdom on life, art, and creativity. Ben's intellect is nothing short of powerful and this conversation is ripe with it. keeganpaluso.com/modernworkingmusician facebook.com/modernworkingmusician Instagram @themodernworkingmusician
Feb 9, 2020
1 hr 18 min
Fireside Chat (Patreon Exclusive Sneak Peek)
Hello and welcome to a bonus episode of The Modern Working Musician. Here we are debuting a sneak peak of our new patreon exclusive series entitled "Fireside Chats". Each week features a casual, yet informative conversation about life as a Modern Working Musician. For more visit patreon.com/keeganpaluso Enjoy!
Feb 6, 2020
39 min
Episode Four: Daniel Vargason on Making Your Passion Work for You
Enjoy the show? Become a patron on patreon! patreon.com/keeganpaluso Daniel Vargason is an accountant, composer, designer, and educator who owns not one, but two of his own businesses outside of his nine to five. We talk about how leaving public education reignited his love for teaching. What it takes to start a business, and at what point a hobby becomes a business.
Feb 2, 2020
38 min
The Modern Working Musician: The Return (Honest Failures, Honest Art)
Three episodes into this podcast I failed. I failed hard. Now that we're back I wanted to take some time to elaborate on the lessons I learned.
Jan 27, 2020
14 min
The Modern Working Musician Episode Two: Keith Paluso on Finding Your Voice
For exclusive videos and other educational materials, become a patron on Patreon! www.patreon.com/keeganpaluso Keith Paluso is joining us fresh after his time on NBC's "The Voice", where he made it into the top 24. He explains a little bit of his musical background, his time on The Voice, as well as what he's up to now. A fantastic singer and songwriter, Keith educates us on his writing technique as well as his new career strategies. You can find Keith on all social media platforms @keithpaluso
Jan 23, 2020
1 hr 8 min
The Modern Working Musician Episode One: Mike Wade on Instagram Engagement
Welcome to Episode One of The Modern Working Musician! Mike Wade is an electronic artist under the name Gritsmitten. In his time as an electronic artist, he's learned how to find his market using his favorite social media platform, Instagram. He gives an insight into his methodology as well as some instructions for garnering engagement. Like what you hear? Become a patron on PATREON! Patrons will receive an exclusive how to video of Mike's Instagram method. https://www.patreon.com/keeganpaluso
Jan 23, 2020
48 min