Musically Hitched

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Many things can cause you to falter in the pursuit of music as a profession. On the flip side, there are specific actions, behaviors, and mindsets that produce extraordinary success and achievement. In this episode, co-hosts Zack and Christal share several key takeaways from two award-winning Broadway productions paying tribute to legendary icons Tina Turner and the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. 

Our goal is to strengthen the global music community through the sharing of real-life stories and practical, personal experiences of music pros. Before you listen, make sure to hit the "+" button to follow the podcast and, if you really want to show your support, scroll down to leave a 5-star rating and review below. We sincerely appreciate it! 

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to be on Broadway?  At one point, Desmond Sean Ellington did too. Today, he is a touring Broadway actor and vocal artist, but in his own words, he is living a dream that he honestly didn’t have for himself. Growing up in Little Rock, AR, he went to college for engineering even though his first desire was to sing professionally. His biggest challenge?  His network and not really knowing how to break into the industry.

In this episode, Desmond candidly shares how he was able to counter lack of opportunity with guts and initiative, the importance of artist preparation, how to nail your next audition, and how being open to change can ultimately shift you in the direction of your dreams.

Our goal is to strengthen the global music community by information and encouragement. Before you listen, make sure to hit the "+" button to follow the podcast and, if you really want to show your support, scroll down to leave a 5-star rating and review below! We sincerely appreciate it! 

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Desmond on IG: @desmondseanellington

Zack on IG: @zackreynoldsjr

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Aretha Franklin, Chicago, Gladys Knight, Earth Wind & Fire, Michael McDonald, The Doobie Brothers, and Smokey Robinson are all legends who share something in common. They all benefited from deals constructed by legendary booking agent Larry Farber. If there was ever a guest that personified the words "Musically Hitched" it's him. From his early days traveling as a touring keyboardist in local bands, to becoming a historic partner in one of the country's largest entertainment agencies, to founding Middle C Jazz, currently one of the top destinations for live music in the eastern US, he has literally made music his life's work. In this memoir-like episode, Larry details:

- How randomly encountering a piano sparked a fire that he's never been able to quench

- How he closed over 50,000 deals working with local to internationally-known artists

- Ways you can practically serve others through your creativity and make money at that same time

- Why forging successful partnerships (in music and business) helps to cement your legacy 

Trust us when we say these are only a fraction of the topics we dived into during this interview!

Our goal is to strengthen the global music community by information and encouragement. Before you listen, make sure to hit the "+" button to follow the podcast and, if you really want to show your support, scroll down to leave a 5-star rating and review below! We sincerely appreciate it! 

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Middle C Jazz on IG: @middlecjazz

Zack on IG: @zackreynoldsjr

In 2019, Jay Z's Roc Nation struck a deal with the NFL to produce the #SuperBowl Halftime Show.  This move positioned #Rihanna one step closer to her shining moment at the world's biggest sports and

entertainment event. Super Bowl XLVII  just skyrocketed Rihanna's visibility on a massive scale as a #recordingartist and #entrepreneur, but was she paid to perform?

This question and more answered during this Musically Hitched episode.  

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Grammy-Award Winning producer extraordinaire Cedric Thompson is a producer's producer, one of Gospel music and the industry's finest, and a veteran in the music game, so as you might expect, this episode is packed with gems on how to succeed in the business.

In this episode Cedric shares:

- How a random trip to the store ended up with him working with Gospel legend John P. Kee

-What it's like collaborating with a diverse array of artists from Queen Latifah, to Michael McDonald, to Donald Lawrence in the studio

- What producers need to know to get paid and what music publishing looks like in 2023 and beyond

Our goal is to strengthen the music community by information and encouragement. Before you listen, make sure to hit the "+" button to follow the podcast and, if you really want to show your support, scroll down to leave a 5-star rating and review below! We sincerely appreciate it! 

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Cedric on IG: @cedricthompson

Zack on IG: @zackreynoldsjr

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History was made at The 65th Annual #GrammyAwards when #Beyonce officially became the all-time leader in #Grammy wins... with 32 to be exact! If you've ever asked "How do you get nominated?" or are curious about how the selection process works, this one is for you. Short, sweet, and to-the-point, listen and take notes to find out exactly what you must do in order to claim the most coveted award in the #musicindustry ! 

Our goal is simply to strengthen the music community by information and encouragement. Before you listen, make sure to hit the "+" button to follow the podcast and, if you really want to make us smile, scroll down to leave a 5-star rating and review below! We appreciate your support. 

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We live in a culture that is always "on". When's the last time you heard anyone tell you that success involves rest? It's not popular, and probably won't go viral, but knowing when and how to pause on purpose is critical to the journey of the entertainment professional. 

Kevin Wilson knows a thing or two about paying it forward. Many know him as a world class guitarist and creator of the International Musicians’ Summit, a learning and networking platform for many of the music industry’s A-list performers .  What you may not know is the story of hard knocks and lost opportunity behind his smile. In this episode, Kevin discusses everything from receiving his first big break via a surprise call to tour with Gospel legend Shirley Caesar, to transitioning from football to the Navy to ultimately selling out to music, what it’s like touring up to 270 days a year, securing endorsements, and how the Summit was the catalyst for connecting  musicians like Francesca Simone to a life changing opportunity with Beyoncé.

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Rachel James is a wife, mother, background vocalist extraordinaire, founder of Bridge, Hooks, & Stuff Entertainment, and author of "BGeVolve". She has traveled the world and graced some of the biggest stages with top recording artists from R&B star Monica to Gospel's Tasha Cobbs-Leonard and Mary Mary, Grammy-Award wining producers (Kevin Bond), and top musical directors (Adam Blackstone). Whether providing vocal production for in-studio recordings or selecting and prepping background vocalists for live music and television events, Rachel’s versatility and straight-forward approach is in demand. This episode is rich with nuggets as she shares valuable advice on how to:

- Break into the industry as a background vocalist 

- Negotiate pay as a vocalist (Ex: tour VS in-studio)

 -Avoid business and personal pitfalls while building a reputation and career as a background vocalist 

Check out Rachel’s feature article in Essence:

https://www.essence.com/feature/she-wanted-a-baby-but-her-fibroids-kept-getting-in-the-way/

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What do Tyler Perry, Anita Baker, Gospel Legend Donnie McClurkin, and R&B star Monica have to do with today’s episode? They've all enlisted the expertise of today’s guests while touring.  

Join us as we throw it back to a few classic moments from Herman “PNut” Johnson taking a last minute call to sit in the hot seat on an iconic tour, to Natalie Ragins’ overcoming challenges as a female in the music industry, Nate Myer’s ditching the 9 to 5 for the dream, and Rodney Edge’s candid advice about avoiding temptations on the road as a touring musician, this episode is choc full of real moments and experiences from industry pros.

Be sure to follow the podcast here on Apple and catch the full episodes below: 

- All Eyes on Me w/ Herman “P-Nut” Johnson Pt. 2

- Music Industry Women: Access Granted w/ Natalie Ragins

- My Dream or 9 to 5? w/ Nate Myers 

- How the Music Business Ecosystem Works w/ Rodney Edge

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