A Musical Mind

Rick chats with his college buddy, and the CEO of Trala, Sam Walder. Sam dishes out the inside scoop on the process of starting an online music school that has delivered high-quality music lessons to thousands of students in over 50 countries. 

Today on A Musical Mind:

• The real purpose of music lessons 
• Trala’s origin story: Door to door to one million downloads 
• Untangling the skill to confidence ratio
• Reminiscing on their favorite house venue, Audible Meats

Soundcloud Trax ft. Rick & Sam:

• Lime Forest Bantra
• Dying From Density
• Drowned In Sound

Where to find Sam:

• App Store: Trala
• Website: trala.com

Where to find Rick:

• Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforest
• Spotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’s
• Email: [email protected] 

Resources:

• Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind
• “Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II
• Psychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Pack

https://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

As musician turned lawyer, Alex explains why he’s so passionate about helping musicians to capitalize on the opportunities presented for today's independent artists. 

Today on A Musical Mind:

• Why labels no longer develop artists
• Honing your chops as a musician and entrepreneur
• The new opportunities presented to independent artists 
• Taking on investors as an LLC

Where to find Alex:

• Website: musicianslawyer.com

Where to find Rick:

• Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforest
• Spotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’s
• Email: [email protected] 

Resources:

• Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind
• “Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II
• Psychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Pack

https://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

Rick sits down with fellow Colorado Springs producer and engineer, Daniel Lamb aka Theodore Lion, to shoot the breeze and gain a better understanding of PROs.

Today on A Musical Mind:

• How being a triplet influenced Daniel’s relationship with music 
• What is a PRO and how do they distribute royalties
• Validating all forms of music-making 
• Highlighting the benefits of actually playing an instrument
• How to register with BMI

Where to find Theodore:

• Instagram: @theodore.lion
• Spotify: Theodore Lion

Where to find Rick:

• Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii 
• Spotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’s
• Email: [email protected] 

Resources:

• Jimi W. on Youtube
• Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind
• “Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II
• Psychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Pack

https://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

Rick explains why he set on reinvesting in musicianship and shares his promo plans for his forthcoming single.

Today on A Musical Mind:

• Future episode ideas
• AI and its influence on music
• Rick’s promo plans for his new single, “Sunset Bluff”

Where to find Rick:

• Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforest
• Spotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’s
• Email: [email protected] 

Resources:

• Rick Beato: How Auto-Tune DESTROYED Popular Music
• Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind
• “Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II
• Psychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Pack

Bob and Rick shoot the shit, talking about their influences, side hustles, psychedelic experiences and more.  

Today on A Musical Mind:

• How Bob’s musical upbringing led to the making of “The Good American Songbook” 
• Why working at Sprouts influences Bob’s sensibility
• What does and doesn’t make music “psychedelic”  

Where to find Bob:

• Instagram: @bobcumminsjr
• Spotify: Bob Cummins Jr.

Where to find Rick:

• Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforest
• Spotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’s
• Email: [email protected] 

Resources:

• Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind
• “Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II
• Psychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Pack

https://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

From singing songs to a somber glass of whiskey to consistently gigging throughout Chicagoland, Conrad Richards shares his unique story. 

Today on A Musical Mind:

• Unpacking Conrad’s compulsion to write songs
• Conrad’s most memorable shows as an attendee and performer
• Living in Two Worlds: Contrasting artistry & family life
• The pros and cons of the ever-changing music industry  

Where to find Conrad Richards

• Instagram: @mrconradrichards
• Music: Conrad Richards

Where to find Rick:

• Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforest
• Spotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’s
• Email: [email protected] 

Resources:

• “Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II
• “Wahsatch Sahwatch” by Old 45’s
• “Big Hits” by Lime Forest
• Psychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Pack

https://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

Adrian and Rick discover similarities in their musical upbringings and bond over their love for both music and sports.  

Today on A Musical Mind:

• How basketball impacted Adrian’s artistry
• A love for character development and plot: Adrian’s “prompt first” writing process
• Creating space for basketball and music 

Where to find Adrian:

• Instagram: @adrian_d_watkins 
• Spotify: Adrian Watkins

Where to find Rick:

• Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforest
• Spotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’s
• Email: [email protected] 

Resources:

• Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind
• “Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II
• Psychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Pack

https://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

After doing time straight out of high school, Johnny tells Rick how he became the acclaimed singer and producer he is today.

Today on A Musical Mind:

• Salsa & Soul: How being raised in NYC influenced Johnny’s taste
• How making beats helped Johnny find his calling as a singer 
• What happened after getting hacked *twice* on IG
• Johnny’s forthcoming record, “All I Ever Wonder”

Where to find Johnny:

• Instagram: @johnnyburgosmusic
• Spotify: Johnny Burgos

Where to find Rick:

• Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforest
• Spotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’s
• Email: [email protected] 

Resources:

• Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind
• “Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II
• Psychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Pack

https://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

Rick chats with the man of many mallets, Jake Chapman. Jake opens up about the discipline behind his recent social media success writing, recording and filming original music to ultimately be performed by his own percussion ensemble.

Today on A Musical Mind:

• Gaining 200,000 followers in two weeks
• Using pedals on the vibraphone 
• Jake’s renewed drive to write original music
• Entrepreneurial mode: future goals, performances & releases

Where to find Jake:

• Instagram: @chappymilkshake
• Spotify: Jake Chapman
• Youtube: Jake Chapman
• TikTok: Jake Chapman

Where to find Rick:

• Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforest
• Spotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’s
• Email: [email protected] 

Resources:

• Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind
• “Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II
• Psychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Pack

https://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

Today on A Musical Mind, Rick chats with his good friend and bandmate, Andrew Stump. Andrew’s a piano player, music teacher and a member of the Chicago-based jam band, Lost Pyramids. Drew may have started playing music a lot later in life than most of his peers, but it certainly hasn’t restricted him from developing a reputation as a premier pianist and classical composer. Tune in to hear all about the mindset that’s made him the player he is today. 

Today on A Musical Mind:

• Toying with guitar pedals on the piano
• From McDonald’s worker to premier pianist—Drew’s piano journey 
• Life as a working musician: Financial security and money mindset 
• Applications of music theory
• Breaking down the seven modes and their moods  

Where to find Andrew:

• Instagram: @drewstump
• Spotify: Lost Pyramids 

Where to find Rick:

• Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforest
• Spotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’s
• Email: [email protected] 

Resources:

• Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind
• “Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II
• Psychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Sample Pack
• Laid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Pack

https://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/