In this episode, the fellas catch up on their recent activities, including Adam’s vacation. They also chat about a bit of a mindset shift that Adam had when it comes to making new songs. Here’s a quote "Everybody wants to own a farm until it's time to shovel shit” - enjoy!

00:00 Welcome Back and Vacation Highlights

05:59 Our Current Creative Flow

12:09 Mindset Shift

17:58 Aiming For Quality in Merchandise

25:29 Owning The Farm

29:57 Leave a comment for us!

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In this episode, Dylan Reese chats with fellow artist + good friend Dylan Owen. They discuss their long journey in independent music, the evolution of their careers, the importance of authenticity, and insights into touring and songwriting. They share personal stories, industry lessons, and future plans, offering valuable advice for aspiring artists. We wanted to give Dylan Owen a chance to share some of his story, not only because he’s a friend but because we believe he’s doing super valuable work & making timeless art. Catch DO & JZAC on tour in July if you’re on the west coast. Adam's still on vacation btw, but will be returning next week :)

03:02 Early Music Journey

06:01 The Indie Artist Experience

14:52 Transition to New York City

24:01 Reflections on Growth and Learning

39:39 Navigating the Songwriting Landscape

42:14 Opening For Mac Miller

54:59 Touring Life: The Highs and Lows

01:01:43 Connecting with Fans and Community Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Adam’s on vacation after tour, so Dylan figured he’d give a little life update AND a big announcement. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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The boys are back from touring. Adam played a show in Boston and stayed with Dylan’s parents. Dylan was not there and it was their first time meeting. Adam shares some stories about things he learned about Dylan while being in his hometown with his family. We apologize for the not-so-great audio - we ran into some connection issues and things should be back on par for next week’s episode.

03:13 Meeting Dylan's Parents

06:02 Exploring Dylan's Childhood Studio

09:05 Dylan's School Days

20:38 Birthday Twins

23:22 The Pokemon Card Incident Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Join Adam Yokum and his engineer/guitarist/producer/partner in crime Patrick Hall as they talk about West Virginia foods, music endeavors, and the evolving landscape of music making. This episode offers insights into the importance of branding, the impact of digital platforms, and creative ideas for engaging live experiences. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this episode, Dylan Reese chats with Kodebreak, about his journey from DJing at a young age to touring internationally. They discuss the realities of tour life, maintaining relationships in the industry, and the importance of communication. They share personal stories, industry insights, and tips for maintaining creativity and mental health while on the road.

00:28 Kodebreak’s Background

03:43 First DJ Gig and Early Touring Experiences

04:40 Touring with Futuristic and Early Career Highlights

12:20 Reflections on the Touring Lifestyle

17:31 Passing Down Knowledge and Mentorship

22:32 Favorite Cities and Places to Live

28:54 Navigating Industry Politics and Relationships

38:26 Lessons on Handling Conflicts and Ego

44:55 Balancing the Hustle Culture with Self-care

49:59 The Joys and Challenges of Touring

01:09:59 Favorite Places and Food on Tour Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Join Dylan Reese and Adam Yokum as they reflect on their recent tour together, share funny stories from the road, and discuss their plans for future music releases.

01:05 Post-Tour Reflections: The Transition Home

02:52 The Tour Experience: Successes and Challenges

07:50 Connecting with Fans

10:03 We Met Batman

21:39 The Denver Show Experience

27:35 Looking Ahead: Music and Personal Growth Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this episode, Dylan brings on Ely Waves to help delve into the strategic world of music marketing, focusing on digital advertising and understanding the Spotify algorithms. Ely runs Waves Music Marketing, a digital ad company that helps artists reach new ears, the right way. These two share insights on effective growth tactics, the importance of authentic content, and how to aim for long-term success.

00:59 Ely Waves' Background and Experience

02:19 The Role of Digital Ads in Music Marketing

04:17 The Right and Wrong Ways to Use Ads

05:52 Avoiding Sketchy Spotify Stream Buying

13:29 The Evolution of Spotify's Algorithm and How to Adapt

19:07 The Role of Ads in Long-Term Growth

25:54 The Importance of Consistent Release Strategies

32:17 The Impact of Quality Visuals and Branding

43:59 Building Genuine Relationships and Trust

01:09:06 The Mindset of Betting on Your Music

01:24:59 The Long Game: Patience and Self-Belief Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this episode, Adam and Dylan explore the nuanced concept of taking path of least resistance vs. showing perseverance. This stemmed from another conversation they had on an earlier episode.

00:56 The Path of Least Resistance

07:55 Finding Clarity in Confusion

11:58 Real-Life Examples of Persistence

20:06 Personal Experiences and Lessons Learned Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this episode, artist manager Jordan Smith (founder of S+ Management) joins the show to share insights on building a sustainable music career, managing artists, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Jordan + Dylan are super close friends and have worked together a ton. One of the artists Jordan manages is The Holdup (who brings Dylan on tour regularly)

04:31 Jordan's Journey in the Music Industry So Far

12:10 Characteristics of Successful Artists

34:07 Navigating Artist Management and Business Decisions

45:22 Work-Life Balance and Personal Insights

01:00:03 The Why Behind Their Work Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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