OCML Podcast

Episode 73

with Enzo Gallium from Zero to Hero

The Difference between long-term passion and your weekend gig.

You will learn:

1.How did you come up with the band name?

2.What Enzo did prior to his current project.

3. The Difference between Pay to Play back in the day and today.

4.Understanding the difference between your fulltime passion and your weekend gig.

5. Understanding the legal factors when playing sketchy pay to play shows.

This

week we have Enzo Gallium the lead singer from the band From Zero 2

Hero. We talked about what inspired him to get into music. His first few

bands he was introduced to that made him realize that music was his

life calling. He also shared some of the hurdles he went through that

most musicians tend to go through as they take part of the local music

scene. Factoring the legal options you have when partaking in sketchy

pay to play shows.

Thank

you for listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters,

artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce

you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain

a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and

fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the

local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear check out

more of our content at ocml.us

This

week the team sits down and talks about what urked them in the past

couple of months. Keep in mind, we haven't done a Rant's and Raves in a

long time so, we all know the team has a lot pent up! They take some

questions from Facebook Live and Instagram Live. For those that want to

participate, send us your questions via FACEBOOK!
Team Members participating on this podcast John Safari, Kevin Martin, Nolan Davis, Dave

Thank you for listening to the OCML Podcast! We

are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our

main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local

music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the

promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also

help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, check out our website at ocml.us 

Our guest

this week is Local Music Promoter Gig Boss and Website Designer Vinay

who are the founders of a website called MUZAIC which is a site where

artists can get gigs and promoter can discover new artists. As of today

MUZAIC has 600+ bands and 30+ promoters on their directory and

continually growing with each month. Gigboss also talks about his

history with the music scene and how its all changed over the years. He

shares with us what bands should do when they are booked and before they

play a show. Share stories, experiences and what you are doing to save

the local music scene where you are from by joining GigBoss and Viney's

Facebook Group Save Local Music   

Join a fast growing music community online. Sign up, Post, Get Booked! go to www.muzaicshows.com

Things you will learn:
1. Integrity is key to a fair music scene.
2. What frustrates Gig Boss the most about the current music scene.
3.The Difference between traditional booking and the new digital option.
4. How to get the attention of promoters via digital content and social media.

Thank you for listening to the OCML Podcast! We

are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our

main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local

music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the

promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also

help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear check out more content at ocml.us

Episode 70
Indecent Exposure Podcast/OCML Podcast Dual Interview

This

week we have Kevin McMahon from the band Rebel Soul Revival and voice

of the Indecent Exposure Podcast from Chicago Illinois. This is a

special episode where Kevin Mcmahon interviews the OCML Team and vice

versa!

In this Episode you will learn about:

1. Kevin Mcmahon and how he began his podcast.

2. What major incident happened during the tour that changed the rest of it drastically.
3. Kevin’s method of producing his podcast and what it takes to get his guest talking.
4. Kevin Mcmahon interviews our own Kevin Martin about his penis. LOL

The Song of the Week is brought to you by: Rebel Soul Revival - Chase Me

Thank you for listening to the OCML Podcast!

We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music!

Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the

local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the

promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also

help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, check us out at ocml.us 

Episode 69

Inside the mind of a Promoter/Talent Buyer with Nolan Davis

This

week we have Nolan Davis on our podcast and he sat down with us to chat

about his involvement with OCML in 2018. Nolan runs his own promotional

brand in Fresno called RAD Music. He brings up his work ethic and views

on the local music scene after working in two completely areas.

In this Episode you will learn about:

1. The difference between promoting shows online and in person.
2. The best way to contact a promoter.

3. What a promoter/Booker looks for in bands.

4. The Importance in networking and exploring different local music scene.

The Song of the Week is brought to you by,  In the Wake of the End- OWLS

Thank you for listening to the OCML Podcast!

We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music!

Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the

local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the

promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also

help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, check us out at ocml.us 

Episode 68 The Importance of Networking with John Safari and David MartinezIn our world networking is key to finding new business and connecting with influencers. In this episode John and David will give you a few pointers into the importance of taking chances, attending networking events and the importance of proper branding. You will learn about:1. The Benefits of attending Networking Events.2. Should you carry business cards or exchange numbers?3. How to truthfully brand yourself in accordance to the event you are attending.4. The importance of taking chances and LEAVING your room to establish new connections.Thank you for stopping by and listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, subscribe and check us out at www.ocml.usGravler- You win some you lose some. 

Episode 67 Why you should start a podcast and how? with Mike StarkMike Stark is the Co-owner and producer at LA Radio Studio which hosts no only the OCML Podcast but 13 other podcasts. In this episode we will talk about the benefits about starting and running a podcast. Get to learn about his experiences while working in the radio industry and his shift into his current business ventures. You will learn about:  1.  The benefits of starting a podcast. The importance of curating good content. How Mike started and built the LA Radio Studio over time. Consistency is the name of the game. Thank you for stopping by and listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, subscribe and check us out at www.ocml.usFrom Zero 2 Hero ->From Ex’s to Ashes 

Episode 66Establishing and maintaining a strong sense of Community with Brandon CroomIn order to understand yourself and your surroundings, it is best to engulf yourself in a wide variety of genres. Having that open mind helps you connect with people of different lifestyles and in essence creating bonds and probably business opportunities. Brandon explains how he is curating that state of mind and hosting a weekly event with OCML.  Brandon is the drummer for the band "Anatomy of Decay" and currently performs under the name "Eyez" while the band is in hibernation. Thank you for stopping by and listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, subscribe and check us out at www.ocml.usSong of the week. Asylus- Falling Horizons 

Episode 65 Planning your album release from beginning to end. with Tommy Prevost At some point every musician is ready to release their latest music either online or in physical form. Tommy Prevost gives us an insight on what he has experienced as a musician. He explains his songwriting process, how he chooses what studio to work with. What he went through to choose the right artwork. The differences he experienced when he was recording the first album and his latest one.  You will learn about:The difference between recording at home and a rehearsal studio. Researching and Choosing your recording studio. Planning and preparing is the name of the game.Thank you for stopping by and listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, subscribe and check us out at www.ocml.usSong of the week The Sly Digs - Patchouli

Episode 64 with Jon Tessin - Career DrummerLife of the Hired Gun in the Local Music Scene. Bristol To Memory - It’s Okay