Called To Music Podcast

On this episode I had an encouraging conversation with my friend Brandon Bagby. Brandon is a Nashville-based, session musician, producer and touring guitarist. Brandon has played in support of many A-List CCM artists such as Mandisa, Audio Adrenaline, Plumb and many, many more. 

During our conversation Brandon discussed what is like to be a modern studio musician and how he is noticing the change in how music is being made. He also discussed how loving people well and building meaningful relationships is the way to have a sustainable career in music. 

 Brandon is a great example of how you can have a career in music and what it looks like to get paid what you are worth, all while building up others to make sure everyone wins. I know you are going to love this episode!

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  On this episode I had great conversation with Crystal of Loyal Love Music. Crystal is an artist and songwriter based out of Virginia beach.  She shared about how to create space in her life while being a wife and mother of 4, all while creating, writing and releasing music. We talked about different marketing strategies and also ways to keep the creative tank full, even with an extremely full life of responsibility. 

 There is so much wisdom packed into this episode and I know will be an encouragement  to you on your music journey no matter which season you are in!

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On this episode I had an encouraging conversation with my friend Ryan Chew. Ryan is a Maryland based artist, songwriter/worship leader who is making real impact with his music. Ryan has been serving in the local church since he was 16 and following closely to where God has been leading. From leading worship, to attending Berkeley College, to now writing and releasing music under his own name, he has been pursuing God's call the entire time. 

Ryan has many amazing songs streaming now. If you haven’t heard his music yet, I strongly suggest checking out “I Am Yours." This is a powerful worship song and Ryan gave us some insight on the writing and recording in this episode!

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  We all know that the algorithms on social media platforms play a major role in how our content is distributed. Every platform has a different algorithm so it can be tough to know what types of posts have the best chance to be pushed out.  By having insight as to what is currently working can make the difference between our posts making a bigger impact.

  There was a time where likes and views were the most important, but that no longer seems to be the case.  Currently the 3 most important factors are engaging comments, shares and watch time. Having a lot, or any or all of these elements can result in our posts being pushed out by the algorithm and reaching new audiences.   
 
 So how do we create content that gets engaging comments, shares and watch time? I spend a lot of time researching social media marketing and a consistent thread through many different experts say that the most sharable posts are either inspirational, motivational and/or educational. The goal is to figure out how to create posts that are all of these things but focusing on one is a great place to start.

  On this episode I wanted to take a deep dive into this concept. In many cases you are already doing this, but may just need to reframe the way you present your posts on socials to get maximum impact.
 
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On this episode I had an inspired conversation with my friend Aryn Michelle. Aryn is an artist and songwriter based out of Texas and has a wealth of wisdom on being a modern indie artist. From figuring out how to balance being a wife, mom of 4, to writing and releasing songs, all while building a fan base who is supportive and engaged with her music. 

We talked about what it looks like to still generate income as an artist to fund future projects when music sales and live shows are changing all the time. Aryn also discusses how seeking God's plan first is the most important part of her music journey! I know that you will enjoy this episode.

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 On this episode I had a great conversation with my friend Caleb Crino. Growing up in a Christian home Caleb earliest memories of music were of popular worship and CCM songs. He took his passion for Christian music and eventually ended up at the prestigious Belmont University in Nashville, Tennesee. 
Caleb learned so much but said some of the most valuable things he experienced at school were the relationships he made.  These relationships lead him into incredible opportunities working with heroes in the Christian music industry. Caleb discusses how these relationships brought him to where he is today writing, releasing and producing his own brand of Christian music. I know you will enjoy and be encouraged from this conversation!

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On this episode I had a great conversation with Nashville based singer/songwriter Madeline Edwards.  I first heard Madeline's song “The Road” on Spotify’s Top Christian playlist and was instantly drawn in. On this episode Madeline's gives us insight into the process of her song from the writing, production, to marketing.
 She also shared some vulnerable moments and how she feels the pain she’s faced in her life is now her responsibility to share through her music. We discussed how speaking honestly about our walk with God has many hills and valleys, and how it is important to share it all in music.  I know you will be inspired by this episode!

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On this episode I had an inspired conversation with my good friend Aaron Hoskins. Aaron is Texas-based worship leader, songwriter and all around great man of God. We talked defining life moments and about what it looks like to write music specifically for the church body God has him planted in. We also dove into how much relationships have been a major factor in Aaron’s growing songwriting catalog and impact. 

 If you write songs for your local church and/or want to write songs for the global church and wondering how, or you just want to be encouraged in a big way on your music journey, this is an episode you will not want to miss! 

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On this episode I had an encouraging conversation with my new friend Hannah Schaefer. Hannah has been chasing after her musical dreams since she was a little kid and determined to reach her goals.
 From winning many awards including the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting award, to making the move to Nashville, to opening for renowned Christian artists, to being signed to an Indie label and releasing numerous singles, Hannah keeps moving towards all God has laid in her path.  I felt so inspired by Hannah’s grit and perseverance and I know you will be too! 

Hannah has a new single dropping 3/19/21 "I Am Yours" 
Make sure to check it out on all streaming platforms! 

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On this episode I had a great conversation with my friend good Sophie Lockhart. Sophie is a worship leader, songwriter and artist based out of Pennsylvania.  Sophie is a very skilled writer in multiple genres and on this episode we talked about how she continues to be creative while writing songs for the church, CCM and also in the singer/songwriter/folk genre. Last year she launched Parker Street which is more worship focused and continues releasing under her own name as well.

Sophie also shared the idea that we “crave what we eat” as the things we do are the things we crave, and that can carry through all aspects of our creative pursuits and lives in general. I know you are  going to enjoy this interview.  Sophie has an acoustic version of her latest single "I Wrote a Letter" releasing tomorrow 3/12/21 on all streaming platforms so make sure to check it out!

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