A Musical Mind

By Richard Raymond II

Musician, producer and sample pack creator, Richard Raymond II, hosts musical minds on a bi-weekly basis. Each conversation is designed to teach you something that inspires you to go all in o

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How many episodes does A Musical Mind have?

The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.

A Musical Mind episodes:

November 25, 202422. Music Ed. for the Modern World with Sam Walder
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/
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42min
September 30, 202421. The Business of Music: Making Musicians Entrepreneurs with Alex Buscher
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/
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1h 1min
July 30, 202420. Why You Need to Register with a Performance Right Organization with Daniel Lamb
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/
...more
1h 12min
May 20, 202419. Why You Should Reinvest in Musicianship
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
...more
16min
May 06, 202418. The Inescapable Influence of Music with Bob Cummins Jr.
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/
...more
1h 19min
April 22, 202417. Therapeutic Song-Writing with Conrad Richards
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/
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1h 2min
April 08, 202416. Sports, Songwriting and Collaboration with Adrian Watkins
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/
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1h 5min
March 25, 202415. Beats vs. Streets: How Validation Breeds Confidence and Skill with Johnny Burgos
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/
...more
1h 11min
March 11, 202414. Why Creativity Requires Discipline: Getting to Know the Viral Vibraphonist, Jake Chapman
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/
...more
1h 9min
February 19, 202413. Modes and Their Moods with Andrew Stump
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/
...more
1h 10min

FAQs about A Musical Mind:

How many episodes does A Musical Mind have?

The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.