Second Verse

Kris Bradley on Burnout, Autism Discovery, and Reclaiming Her Authentic Sound with ‘Midnight Church Aftermath’

Host Becky Boyland welcomes Maui-based indie artist Kris Bradley, an independent singer-songwriter, producer, and guitarist who spent over 20 years largely behind the scenes writing to briefs, producing for other artists, earning 200+ film/TV placements, and building the music education company Produce Like A Boss. Kris shares her early musical roots, stage fright, touring with an all-girl Led Zeppelin tribute, learning songwriting craft, and producing out of necessity. She explains how entrepreneurship and marketing gradually pulled her away from making music, leading to severe autistic burnout, loss of short-term memory, and three years of creative darkness after selling her company. A spontaneous performance in Maui reignited her desire to perform and write, sparking her debut double-disc concept album, “Midnight Church Aftermath,” recorded with a full band near Nashville and described as “Ameri-Kinda,” emphasizing authenticity over commercial rules.

https://youtu.be/wbwyNH2PFN4

Connect with Kris Bradley:

• Website: https://www.krisbradleymusic.com
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/krisbradleymusic
• TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@krisbradleymusic
• Spotify (Fireproof): https://open.spotify.com/track/79xPM1hfZmruZH7XOnKegQ
• Apple Music (Fireproof): https://music.apple.com/us/song/fireproof/6787345596
• YouTube (Fireproof video): https://youtube.com/watch?v=YlkH41OSakQ

Sponsors:

• She Produces Music: https://www.sheproducesmusic.com

Featured Song:

• ”Shapeshifter” by Kris Bradley, written by Kris Bradley, Blue Foley (used with permission).

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Teaser: Kris Bradley Interview
• 00:38 Introduction
• 01:52 Welcome and Musical Roots
• 05:13 Stage Fright Years
• 06:22 Cover Bands Bar Life
• 07:29 Zeppelin Tour Turning Point
• 09:03 Learning Songwriting Craft
• 10:17 Asia Pop Boot Camp
• 11:27 Production Out of Necessity
• 15:51 Produce Like a Boss Origins
• 18:03 Entrepreneur Drift
• 20:45 Autistic Burnout
• 23:07 Maui Music Revival
• 26:59 SPONSOR: She Produces Music
• 27:30 Monotropic Focus Explained
• 30:23 Writing Without Agenda
• 31:43 Two Act Album Vision
• 38:29 Concept-First Songwriting
• 40:51 Branding And Authenticity
• 42:49 Advice for New Artists
• 46:52 Truth Beats Craft in AI Era
• 49:06 Breaking Rules And Going Genreless
• 53:56 Where to Follow Kris
• 54:51 Coda
• 56:56 Featured Song: "Shapeshifter" by Kris Bradley

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Harley DiNardo on Getting Dropped Twice, Returning to Music After 9/11 Loss, and Going All In After the Palisades Fire

Host Becky Boyland interviews New York-born singer-songwriter Harley DiNardo about his long path back to music after early success, two major-label deals, and years away. Harley traces his origin story from a formative high school Battle of the Bands to relentless practice, switching from bass to singing, and partnering with songwriter-guitarist Derrek Hawkins. He describes getting signed to Warner Brothers-backed Revolution Records after a Ticketmaster competition and later landing a BMG-backed deal for White Light Motorcade by handing demo CDs to strangers while working as a waiter, only to be dropped both times due to poor marketing. After stepping back to raise a family and run a hair salon, a wildfire that burned down his new salon and threatened his home pushed him to commit fully to music. He discusses negative self-talk, age stigma, tragedy including losing his sister in 9/11, and his new single “LA to NY.”

https://youtu.be/9SoclNknUdk

Connect with Harley DiNardo:

• Website: https://www.harleydinardo.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harleydinardoartist
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harleydinardomusic
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@harleydinardoband

Sponsors:

• She Produces Music: https://www.sheproducesmusic.com

Featured Song:

• ”LA to NY” by Harley DiNardo, written by Harley DiNardo (used with permission).

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Teaser: Harley DiNardo Interview
• 00:36 Introduction
• 01:40 Welcoming Harley
• 02:05 Battle of the Bands Awakening
• 04:03 Learning Bass in a Hurry
• 06:41 From Bassist to Singer
• 09:44 Hair School and Reality Check
• 12:21 Why Hairdressing Works
• 15:20 Haunted Mansion Band Days
• 17:14 Ticketmaster Contest Breakthrough
• 20:43 Signing and Getting Dropped
• 23:43 NYC Scene and Demo Hustle
• 28:12 Dropped Again and Losing Hope
• 31:33 Making Art Later in Life
• 35:39 SPONSOR: She Produces Music
• 36:13 Find Your Bees Audience
• 38:02 Owning Your Artist Identity
• 39:56 The Call That Won’t Quit
• 43:59 Social Proof and Attention Hooks
• 49:00 Fire Catalyst and Clean Slate
• 52:45 Never Too Old to Create
• 55:27 Writing "LA to NY"
• 58:28 9/11 Loss and Serendipity
• 01:03:19 Advice: Beat Negative Self Talk
• 01:07:48 Where to Follow Harley DiNardo
• 01:08:29 Coda
• 01:10:13 Featured Song: "LA to NY" by Harley DiNardo

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Tom Sykes on Cold-Calling John Hammond, Failing Forward in Entertainment, and Making Music in the Age of Algorithms

Host Becky Boyland interviews songwriter, writer, filmmaker, and former entertainment executive Tom Sykes, whose music journey began with a cold call to legendary A&R John Hammond, producer of Bob Dylan’s first album and the scout who discovered artists like Bruce Springsteen and Aretha Franklin. Tom describes how low confidence complicated his early momentum, leading him to step back from performing and focus on songwriting—then pivot into entertainment work after taking a video store job in Atlanta that led to marketing roles and decades of “failing forward” through companies including Embassy Pictures, Turner Broadcasting, WEA, and Showtime, where he turned struggling divisions profitable. He discusses keeping music alive amid constant moves, critiques algorithms, streaming economics, and AI-generated music, and emphasizes audience support for indie artists. Tom shares updates on his book A Long Hard Road, documentaries, and ongoing music releases, and points listeners to tomsykesmusic.com.

https://youtu.be/_eS1vqbgxcM

Connect with Tom Sykes:

• Website:https://www.tomsykesmusic.com
• YouTube:https://youtube.com/@tomsykessongsstories
• Apple Artist:https://music.apple.com/us/artist/tom-sykes/1706510558
• Tom’s book, A Long Hard Road:https://www.tomsykesmusic.com/book/

Sponsors:

• She Produces Music:https://www.sheproducesmusic.com

Featured Song:

• ”I Don’t Know for Sure” by Tom Sykes, written by Tom Sykes (used with permission).

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Teaser: Tom Sykes Interview
• 00:29 Introduction
• 01:38 Welcome, Tom
• 02:45 Records, Liner Notes and a Phone Call
• 06:47 Confidence and Atlanta Move
• 08:14 From Video Store to Studio Job
• 10:25 Entertainment Career Highlights
• 14:00 Living a Double Life
• 14:48 Creative Circles and Collaboration
• 19:23 Story Over Gear
• 22:09 Streaming and Algorithm Problems
• 26:31 SPONSOR: She Produces Music
• 27:05 AI and Authentic Art
• 32:52 Breaking Through as Indie
• 41:41 Dreams Success and Perception
• 49:05 Finding Your Unique Sound
• 52:06 New Releases and Where to Find Tom
• 55:54 Coda
• 57:31 Featured Song: "I Don't Know for Sure" by Tom Sykes

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Chris Aarons on Building a Music Legacy: DIY Home Recording, Daily Consistency, and Independent Artist Survival

Host Becky Boyland interviews Orlando singer-songwriter and self-taught producer Chris Aarons on Second Verse about returning to music, building a legacy, and navigating independent artistry. Chris shares how childhood trumpet, a shift from business to voice and musical theater in college, and mentorship shaped his path, followed by a painful first marriage that pushed him to choose his own dreams and channel grief into songwriting, including “Rain.” He describes guidance from Derric Johnson and studio experiences with his friend Natasha and producer John LaRosa, then launching his first release in February 2020 as COVID hit. Chris explains learning production, recording with improvised DIY booths using blankets and moving supplies, and wearing every hat—marketing, distribution, copyright, and booking—while parenting. He advises starting with what you have, avoiding predatory promises, and showing up daily for music in small consistent sessions. He has released eight originals and three covers and highlights his single “Colors Pass By.”

https://youtu.be/gEFTknxdV1U

Connect with Chris Aarons:

• https://www.chrisaaronsofficial.com
• https://chrisaarons.bandcamp.com
• https://open.spotify.com/artist/3s5OjR8qUi2c0wjs05jcQi
• https://www.instagram.com/chrisaaronsofficial
• https://www.facebook.com/chrisaaronsofficial
• https://www.tiktok.com/@chrisaaronsofficial

Sponsors:

• She Produces Music: https://www.sheproducesmusic.com

Featured Song:

• ”Colors Pass By” by Chris Aarons, written by Christopher Loyd (used with permission).

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Teaser: Chris Aarons Interview
• 01:38 Welcome and Music Origin Story
• 06:00 Burnout and College Detour
• 11:55 Orlando Dreams and Heartbreak
• 14:02 Healing Through Songwriting
• 18:01 Dating Yourself and Mentorship
• 21:55 First Studio Sessions Magic
• 26:07 Texas Trip and New Love
• 29:31 SPONSOR: She Produces Music
• 30:08 Learning Music Production
• 32:20 No Excuses Recording
• 33:44 DIY Vocal Booth Hacks
• 37:33 Choose Yourself and Create
• 45:30 Start Small and Stay Consistent
• 49:55 Creative Habits Momentum
• 54:20 Living In Sound
• 57:06 Connecting with Chris Aarons
• 01:01:03 Featured Song: "Colors Pass By" by Chris Aarons, written by Christopher Loyd

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Dan From Downingtown on Anonymous Alt-Rock, DIY Recording, and Letting Fans Find You | Second Verse Podcast

Host Becky Boyland interviews Dan From Downingtown, a masked independent alternative rock/post-hardcore artist who built his solo career after the pandemic shut down his Boston band and pushed him into isolation and songwriting, encouraged by his friend and collaborator Noah. Dan explains how his 2023 debut EP “Stasis” launched a growing cult following and how his latest album “En-tro-py” uses the physics concept of entropy as a metaphor for a love triangle and obsession with the past, recorded largely in his apartment and truck with experimental sound-design techniques. They discuss DIY production, using modern tools to “break” sounds, balancing studio polish with honesty and human performance, why restraint often beats perfection, and how authenticity cuts through an entertainment-driven industry. Dan advises artists to stay financially stable, make mistakes, avoid chasing fame, and create music to tell a story.

Connect with Dan from Downingtown:

• https://www.tiktok.com/@danfromdowningtown
• https://www.instagram.com/dan_from_downingtown
• http://linktr.ee/danfromdowningtown
• https://open.spotify.com/artist/5FpiFYzqJDeWNbzRtwlS54?si=vyWVIBSGQXqMrYL63MWlDg

Sponsors:

• She Produces Music: https://www.sheproducesmusic.com

Featured Song:

• ”I Don’t Even Know” by Dan from Downingtown, written by Dan from Downingtown (used with permission).

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Teaser: Dan from Downingtown
• 00:15 Introduction
• 01:49 Meet Dan
• 03:23 Music Is Human
• 05:28 Boston Drummer Years
• 05:58 Pandemic Pivot
• 08:00 Noah Sparks Stasis
• 10:15 From Dark to Clean
• 13:36 SPONSOR: She Produces Music
• 14:13 DIY Studio Mindset
• 16:18 Breaking the Tools
• 20:09 Honesty Behind Effects
• 24:03 Writing and Recording Workflow
• 27:56 Studio vs Live Mindset
• 28:43 Reamping for Flexibility
• 29:51 Old School Charm
• 32:29 Layering Without Mastering Everything
• 33:03 Too Many Tracks Trap
• 36:29 Why Studios Still Matter
• 38:26 Authenticity and Next Nirvana
• 42:18 Industry Noise and Promotion
• 45:30 Democratization and Duality
• 49:00 Create on Your Terms
• 51:05 Advice for Going All In
• 54:31 Where to Find Dan
• 55:54 Coda
• 59:31 Featured Song: "I Don't Even Know" by Dan from Downingtown

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Nick Stefanacci on Saying Yes, Leaving Teaching, and Building Sweet Lion Music

Host Becky Boyland interviews saxophonist Nick Stefanacci on Second Verse about his one-word philosophy—“yes”—and how saying yes to gigs and opportunities shaped his career. Nick shares his origin story: growing up in a musical New Jersey family, choosing saxophone in fourth grade, early jazz performances, and mentorship from teacher J. Chuck Sastre, whose death led Nick to launch a memorial scholarship funded by a benefit concert that raised over $20,000. He discusses teaching music for 15 years, resigning mid-year in his 40s for mental health and to pursue music full-time, and reconnecting with faith during the transition. Nick explains his creative approach of continually changing sounds, starting to write his own music after being told he didn’t fit, founding Sweet Lion Music after labels rejected him, and details his album Right Here, Right Now, including a reimagined “Oye Como Va” featuring Santana vocalist Tony Lindsay.

https://youtu.be/KZTPMlMLKtQ

Connect with Nick Stefanacci:

• https://www.instagram.com/nickstefanaccimusic/
• https://www.facebook.com/musicofnickstefanacci
• https://open.spotify.com/artist/52iQrk2ojVRjvyQ5CTyoYn?si=tNiCuV28SJOb6j5VZZvl5w
• https://www.youtube.com/@nickstefanaccimusic
• https://www.nickstefanaccimusic.com/

Sponsors:

• Attitude Creativity: https://attitudecreativity.com
• She Produces Music: https://www.sheproducesmusic.com

Featured Song:

• ”Midnight Affair” by Nick Stefanacci, written by Nick Stefanacci (used with permission).

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Teaser: Nick Stefanacci Interview
• 00:35 Introduction
• 01:44 Welcome and Origins
• 03:48 Spotlight and Mentors
• 06:16 Teaching Career Starts
• 06:56 Mentor Loss and Giving Back
• 10:15 Leaving Teaching for Music
• 16:08 SPONSOR: Attitude Creativity
• 16:41 SPONSOR: She Produces Music
• 17:16 New Full Time Chapter
• 18:41 How He Writes Music
• 24:56 Breaking Rules and Labels
• 31:01 Arts Pipeline Like Sports
• 34:39 Advice to Just Say Yes
• 38:09 New Album and Singles
• 43:03 Where to Follow and Closing
• 46:17 Coda
• 47:36 Featured Song: "Midnight Affair" by Nick Stefanacci

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Michael Isaak on Arabesque Folk, Diaspora Identity, and The Carpet Maker

Host Becky Boyland interviews Los Angeles–born Egyptian American musician Michael Isaak about his journey from church hymns, Arabic classics, and early FL Studio production to creating a new sound he calls “arabesque folk.” After making indie folk influenced by Phoebe Bridgers and Sufjan Stevens, a first trip to Egypt at 19 sparked deeper cultural immersion; he brought home an oud, later transferred to Columbia University, studied Arabic language and Arab music history and theory, and joined the Arab Music Ensemble. Michael shares how experimenting and jamming helped Arabic motifs emerge naturally instead of feeling forced, his critique of the “world music” framing, and his goal of building in-person community through intimate shows. They discuss his debut album The Carpet Maker (May 15) and lead single “Hold Your Keys” (March 6), reflecting on diaspora, displacement, and the hope of return.

https://youtu.be/YiRyILUz2Jc

Connect with Michael Isaak:

• https://www.instagram.com/michaelisaakmusic
• https://tiktok.com/@michaelisaakmusic
• https://youtube.com/@michaelisaakmusic
• https://open.spotify.com/artist/559rQJZL0GYH9lVU6zi5ey?si=KXUULlsqT16kSTJggFiQ8A
• https://music.apple.com/us/artist/michael-isaak/1644644907
• https://michaelisaak.us

Sponsors:

• Attitude Creativity: https://attitudecreativity.com
• She Produces Music: https://www.sheproducesmusic.com

Featured Song:

• ”Hold Your Keys” by Michael Isaak, written by Michael Isaak & Sohail Bagheri (used with permission). All rights reserved.

Timestamps:

• 0:00 Teaser: Michael Isaak Interview
• 00:38 Introduction
• 02:12 Meet Michael Isaak
• 03:26 Learning to Perform and Produce
• 06:05 Taking the Leap From College
• 07:38 Finding an Arab Folk Identity
• 13:29 Oud Origins and Obsession
• 16:40 Blending Arabic and Western Sounds
• 26:39 Beyond World Music Labels
• 30:51 SPONSOR: Attitude Creativity
• 31:24 SPONSOR: She Produces Music
• 31:59 The Carpet Maker Album Story
• 38:17 Marketing vs Meaning
• 40:46 Building Community Through Shows
• 43:57 Advice and Influences to Explore
• 47:17 Where to Find the Music
• 48:08 Release Dates and Farewell
• 48:51 Coda
• 51:16 Featured Song: "Hold Your Keys" by Michael Isaak, written by Michael Isaak & Sohail Bagheri

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Prin’s Second Verse: From 9/11 Hospitalization to Wellness-Centered Music Production

Host Becky Boyland interviews New Jersey-based music producer, author, and educator Prin, who began playing piano by ear at age three, worked as a paid musician by 15, and built a thriving NYC gigging and composing life while at Fordham. After graduating in 2001, untreated bipolar disorder and substance abuse led her into a free inpatient case-study program at the New York State Psychiatric Institute, where she was hospitalized on 9/11, prompting a renewed commitment to mental health. A back injury halted performing for years, shifting her into counseling, education, and writing. After leaving higher ed, she was hit by a car and suffered lasting left-hand nerve damage, later returning to gigs and releasing her first album in 2016. Subsequent car accidents, disc replacement surgery (2019), the pandemic, and her brother’s death after COVID led her into music production, sound healing, and an ambient grief project, “The Calm Principles.”

https://youtu.be/OPJ9_mkKL1g

Connect with Prin:

• https://www.facebook.com/musicbyprin
• https://www.instagram.com/musicbyprin
• https://www.tiktok.com/@musicbyprin
• https://musicbyprin.com

Sponsors:

• She Produces Music: https://www.sheproducesmusic.com

Featured Song:

• ”A Long Time Coming” by Prin, written by Princess Yvonne Duma (used with permission). All rights reserved.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Teaser: Prin's Interview
• 00:26 Introduction
• 01:30 Meet Prin
• 01:53 Early Piano Roots
• 03:16 Stage Fright Breakthrough
• 06:40 Fordham and NYC Hustle
• 09:15 NYC Artist Community
• 11:55 Fear of Original Music
• 13:24 Mental Health Pivot
• 16:30 In the Hospital During 9/11
• 19:36 Back Injury Ends Gigging
• 20:46 Career In Counseling Education
• 22:23 SPONSOR: She Produces Music
• 25:22 Quit Job Then Car Accident
• 28:57 Return to Music and First Album
• 30:45 Finding New Creative Tools
• 31:36 Album Release Gets Derailed
• 33:34 Surgery Recovery Meets Pandemic
• 34:33 Learning Production Independence
• 36:22 Grief Becomes Healing Project
• 38:54 Mental Health and Balance
• 43:19 Letting Songs Be Imperfect
• 47:50 Reinventing Old Songs
• 52:26 Production Tips and Tech
• 01:00:34 Artist Identity and Where to Find Me
• 01:03:05 Coda
• 01:06:20 Featured Song: "A Long Time Coming" by Prin

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Embracing Multiple Selves: A Journey into Music with Sophie Bickerdike

In this episode of Second Verse, host Becky Boyland welcomes Sophie Bickerdike, an indie artist who shares her journey of exploring multiple musical identities under different names. Sophie talks about how she started creating music out of necessity during COVID for her yoga studio and evolved into producing meditative tracks, healing frequencies, and experimental sounds. She discusses the challenges of coming to music later in life, the joy of playful experimentation, and the power of finishing small projects. Sophie's story is an inspiring reminder that it's never too late to start a new creative journey.

https://youtu.be/Qze1Cxw-jNY

Connect with Sophie Bickerdike:

1. Web: www.lunalightmusiclabel.com
2. Facebook: www.facebook.com/sophiebickerdikemusic
3. Instagram: www.instagram.com/sophiebickerdikemusic
4. Bandcamp: https://lunalightmusic.bandcamp.com

Mentioned in the Episode:

1. Dr. Masaru Emoto: How Emotion Influences Water: https://bornastheearth.com/dr-masaru-emoto/
2. Masaru Emoto Water Experiments: https://youtu.be/1qQUFvufXp4
3. Life by XLN Audio: https://www.xlnaudio.com/products/life
4. Talent Is Timeless Community: https://www.talentistimeless.com/

Sponsors:

1. Attitude Creativity: https://attitudecreativity.com/blueprint
2. Singing / Straw: https://secondverse.com/singingstraw (affiliate link, 10% coupon auto-applied, or use code “secondverse”)

Featured Song:

1. ”528Hz Manifest Miracles - Angelic Extended Mix” by LunaLight & Sophia Bickerdike, written by Sophia Bickerdike (used with permission). All rights reserved.

Timestamps:

1. 00:00 Episode Teaser: Sophie Bickerdike Interview
2. 00:32 Introduction
3. 01:59 Welcome to Sophie and Early Musical Influences
4. 03:02 Journey into Music Production
5. 04:01 Creating Relaxing and Experimental Music
6. 07:35 Exploring Different Musical Tools and Techniques
7. 13:02 Multiple Musical Personas
8. 19:20 Navigating Neurodivergence in Music
9. 23:36 Navigating Musical Identity and Acceptance
10. 24:40 BROUGHT TO YOU BY Attitude Creativity
11. 26:01 BROUGHT TO YOU BY Singing / Straw
12. 26:59 Balancing Band Life and Rehearsals
13. 27:29 Women in Music Production
14. 29:04 Exploring the Power of Music Frequencies
15. 34:52 Managing Multiple Music Projects
16. 41:46 Advice for Aspiring Musicians
17. 43:44 Where to Find and Support the Artist
18. 45:02 Coda
19. 46:55 Featured Song: "528Hz Manifest Miracles - Angelic Extended Mix" by LunaLight & Sophia Bickerdike

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Embracing Creative Renewal: Adriana Douglas' Journey from Corporate to Artistry

In this episode of Second Verse, host Becky Boyland welcomes music artist and creative guide Adriana Douglas, who shares her inspiring journey from a decade-long corporate career to rediscovering her childhood dream of becoming a singer. Adriana discusses the pivotal moment when she embraced her artistic identity, the impact of Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way in unlocking her creativity, and her recent move to Nashville to immerse herself in a vibrant artistic community. Along with practical advice on navigating the music industry, Adriana emphasizes the importance of aligning career choices with personal values, the necessity of community support, and the resilience required to pursue artistic dreams. Listen in for an honest, energizing conversation about the challenges and triumphs of reclaiming one's creative passion.

https://youtu.be/CNM4a7gvBBg

Connect with Adriana Douglas:

1. Web: https://www.adrianadouglas.com/
2. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adrianagdouglas
3. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofadrianaa/
4. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@adrianagdouglas
5. Streaming: on all major platforms

Sponsors:

1. Attitude Creativity: https://attitudecreativity.com/blueprint
2. Singing / Straw: https://secondverse.com/singingstraw (affiliate link, 10% coupon auto-applied, or use code “secondverse”)

Featured Song:

1. ”Dressed in Labels” by Adriana Douglas, written by Jessica Taylor, Adriana Douglas (used with permission). All rights reserved.

Timestamps:

1. 00:00 Episode Teaser Clip
2. 00:28 Episode Introduction
3. 02:01 Welcome to Adriana
4. 02:22 Adriana's Early Love for Music
5. 03:55 Rediscovering Music and Creativity
6. 05:35 The Impact of 'The Artist's Way'
7. 09:09 Embracing Creativity in Daily Life
8. 10:51 Moving to Nashville and New Beginnings
9. 12:02 Navigating the Music Industry
10. 26:09 The Importance of Community and Support
11. 33:37 Challenges and Sacrifices in Pursuing Music
12. 42:04 BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Attitude Creativity
13. 43:25 BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Singing / Straw
14. 44:22 Advice for Aspiring Artists
15. 49:39 Upcoming Projects and How to Support Adriana
16. 51:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
17. 51:59 Coda
18. 54:09 Featured Song: "Dressed in Labels" by Adriana Douglas, written by Jessica Taylor & Adriana Douglas

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