In this episode of "Mike Squires and Friends," Mike sits down with the talented musician and artist, Dylan Reese, for a captivating conversation spanning Dylan's journey through the music industry. They explore Dylan's early life in Chicopee Mass and his transition from song parodies to a serious pursuit of music. Dylan shares insights into his move to Los Angeles, the challenges he faced, and the opportunities that came his way. Reflecting on his experiences, Dylan emphasizes the importance of adding value, providing support, and embracing creativity. The discussion touches on tour memories, collaborations with renowned artists like Paul Wall, Musiq Soulchild, and Twista, and the viral success of his music on TikTok. Dylan offers advice for upcoming artists, discusses financial security in the industry, and hints at exciting projects on the horizon. Throughout the episode, Dylan's authenticity and passion for music shine through, making it an inspiring and insightful exploration of his artistic journey.

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0:00 Intro

1:52 Early Life For Dylan

3:10 Music in Chicopee Mass

3:40 Song Parodies

4:30 Getting Serious

5:49 Support System

6:40 First Moment of Success

9:00 Moving to LA

9:25 What Was The Move Like?

11:20 Adding Value

14:48 Opportunities

17:15 Providing Value

18:50 Going with the Flow

20:30 Booking Your Own Tour

24:10 Squires Mistake

27:55 Crashing The Van

32:40 Tour Memories

33:19 Music Goals

36:10 RnB Transition

37:20 Split Personas

40:40 Tik Tok Viral

45:40 Paul Wall Song

48:30 Musiq Soulchild Song

53:05 Twista Song

55:10 Dealing with Bad Days

59:45 What Inspires Dylan

1:00:45 Becoming a Manager

1:03:20 Advice for Upcoming Artists

1:06:20 Financial Security

1:09:15 What’s Next

1:11:11 How To Connect with Dylan

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