Bubba Startz welcomes AJ Waller, diving into AJ's music journey and the projects currently on his plate. They explore the origins of Phoenix Rise and AJ's experiences on X Factor, shedding light on making a living and entrepreneurship within the music industry. The conversation delves into new industry avenues like TikTok and AI, highlighting their transformative impact. The Scene Projects Academy's mission is discussed, alongside shifts in musicians' attitudes post-COVID and the influence of reality TV. An online Christmas party and charity work by independent artists are announced. The episode wraps up with collaborative future plans between Bubba and AJ, followed by closing remarks.

(0:00) Introduction and Guest AJ Waller

(0:53) AJ Waller's Music Journey and Current Projects

(5:25) Phoenix Rise Origins and X Factor Insights

(10:26) Making a Living and Entrepreneurship in Music

(15:23) New Avenues: TikTok, AI, and Industry Changes

(20:40) The Scene Projects Academy Mission

(24:26) Musicians' Post-COVID Attitudes and Reality TV Impact

(31:18) Online Christmas Party Announcement and Independent Artists' Charity Work

(35:27) Collaborative Future Plans with AJ Waller

(37:25) Closing Remarks