The Musician's Venture

On this episode, Nick O'Brien interviews the 6 Wisconsin Music Ventures artists that will be performing at this year's Mile of Music Festival in Appleton, Wisconsin. This year we have interviews with Amelia Ford, Ben Mulwana, Sit Kitty Sit, Wise Jennings, 7000apart, and Isiah Driessen (Isiah & The New People). Tune in to hear everyone's excitement for the 10th year of the original music festival, and where you can catch the artists next weekend August 3rd through the 6th.

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A lot of musicians are finding themselves having to "fit in a box" more than usual lately. This is likely due to the sensation of streaming platform playlists. Tune in to hear Allison's take on this topic.

Find more info about the topic in this youtube video:

https://youtu.be/bQDudbp-pag

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On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with flutist Emi Ferguson. With two graduate degrees in performance, Emi plays shows all over the country. She showcases her talents on several film and music projects and has released her own chart-topping albums. While a distinguished and accomplished musician, Emi is also a teacher, podcaster, and author. Tune in to dive into her path into becoming the musician she is today.

Find more information about Emi at:

http://www.emiferguson.com/iconiccomposers

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On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with singer/songwriter Mie. Mie talks us through the journey that has led her to no other choice but to pursue music fully and completely. While it may have come at a price, she tells us about how it has led to new and exciting connections and support. Tune in to get not just her perspective of music, but also her thoughts around mindfulness and tools to dealing with trauma and pain.

For more information about Mie:

therealmie.com

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On this episode, Allison Emm is solo to bring up some points related to Artificial Intelligence and its current and possible impact on the music industry.

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On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with Nashville pop artist, songwriter, producer Ivory Layne. Ivory takes us through what it was like to develop and hone her talents at a young age and being able to pursue music full-time right out of high school. Collaborating with high caliber producers in places Nashville and London, Ivory has created a discography of over 30 EPs and singles.

For more info about Ivory Layne:

ivorylayne.com

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On this episode, Allison Emm joins us once again for a short piece with some helpful advice for local musicians.

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On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with Milwaukee singer-songwriter Jesús Villa. Jesús is also founder of the Kangaroo Lake Songwriting Collective, a Wisconsin Music Ventures Green Room member, as well as the leader of local bands The Unrulies and the Front Porch Rockers. Tune in to hear Jesús' story about pursuing music all while balancing a non-music centered career at the same time.

Find more info about Jesús at:

https://www.jesusvillasongs.com

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On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with folk musician Christopher Gold. With releasing 9 albums and playing around 150 shows a year, Christopher takes pride in his work both on is own and with his band The New Old Things. Christopher values being kind and sincere, and channels that energy into charity work as well.

Find more info about Christopher Gold:

https://www.christophergold.com/

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On this episode, Nick O'Brien talks with Janet Schiff and Victor DeLorenzo from Nineteen Thirteen. The duo has an 11th studio album releasing this year and talk us through the process of developing their careers. Both Janet and Victor also dive into just what it was that brought them to pursue music in the first place.

Find more info about Nineteen Thirteen at:

www.NineteenThirteen.com

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