Bubba Startz introduces David Relano in a conversation that reveals David's backstory and parallels with Bubba's own journey. They explore David's deep connection to music, sharing insights into the industry's nuances. The discussion highlights the importance of branding and maintaining sound integrity, while also touching on artist evolution. They delve into building and managing a core team, emphasizing value and influence in music careers. David shares his closing thoughts, alongside social media details.

(0:00) Intro and Guest Introduction

(1:03) David Rolano's Backstory and Bubba Startz's Parallels

(3:05) David's Connection to Music and Industry Insights

(8:16) Importance of Branding and Sound in Music

(11:15) Artist Evolution and Integrity in the Industry

(15:24) Building and Managing a Core Team

(20:47) Value and Influence in Music Careers

(23:53) Guest's Closing Thoughts and Social Media

(26:12) Sponsor: Pure and Easy Tea

(27:05) Upcoming Live Events and Comedy Trends

(33:45) Digital Media Evolution and Listener Q&A

(45:35) Final Thoughts and Next Episode Teaser

Bubba Startz welcomes Shy Blossom to the podcast, exploring the band's origins and Shy Blossom's backstory. The discussion delves into their songwriting and studio experiences, highlighting the challenges they face in live performances and recording. They reflect on the evolution of their songwriting and the dynamics within the band, while navigating the music industry independently. The episode shines a spotlight on Florida's vibrant music community and the collective songwriting process of Shy Blossom. Julie shares her musical journey and its influence on the band. Bubba offers insights into Shy Blossom's future, emphasizing the importance of building musical communities beyond Florida, before wrapping up with thoughts on their digital presence.

(0:00) Introduction and Welcoming Shy Blossom

(1:41) Shy Blossom's backstory and band formation

(2:16) Songwriting and studio experiences

(6:28) Challenges in live performance and recording

(8:19) Songwriting evolution and band dynamics

(11:40) Navigating independence in the music industry

(12:50) Spotlight on Florida's music community

(16:16) Collective songwriting process in Shy Blossom

(17:11) Julie's musical journey and impact on the band

(21:43) Bubba's perspective on Shy Blossom's future

(23:24) Building musical communities beyond Florida

(25:06) Shy Blossom's digital footprint and closing thoughts

Bubba Startz welcomes Toliver Ray, delving into his early musical influences and the unique sound he's cultivated. The discussion shifts to band dynamics and the challenges and joys of touring. They explore the dedication and sacrifices involved in pursuing a music career, with Toliver sharing his transition from military life to the music scene. The conversation touches on the evolution of the music industry and the importance of supporting indie artists. Sponsored by True TV Plus, the episode concludes with Toliver sharing personal stories and information on where listeners can connect with him online.

(0:00) Introduction and Welcoming Toliver Ray

(0:54) Toliver Ray's early influences and sound

(5:17) Band dynamics and touring experiences

(8:43) The grind of music: dedication and sacrifices

(10:21) Toliver Ray's journey from military to music

(13:14) Industry evolution and supporting indie artists

(17:08) Sponsor: True TV Plus

(17:47) Toliver Ray's personal stories and online presence

Bubba Startz kicks off the episode by introducing Dustin Young and diving into Dustin's early career journey. The conversation takes a poignant turn as Dustin shares his experience with a brain tumor diagnosis and his path to recovery. They discuss his venture into starting a new business and the importance of mastering the art of delegation. The discussion expands to explore the challenges entrepreneurs face in balancing work and personal life, emphasizing the significance of family time and making meaningful life changes. Bubba and Dustin connect over shared reflections.

(0:00) Introduction and Dustin's early career

(2:03) Dustin's brain tumor diagnosis and recovery

(5:35) Starting a new business and the art of delegation

(7:01) Challenges and work-life balance for entrepreneurs

(19:08) The value of family time and making life changes

(27:01) Connecting with Dustin and Bubba's reflections

(29:12) Preview of next week's guest

(30:05) Sponsor: MusicNest

(30:45) Bubba's closing remarks

Bubba Startz welcomes Larsette to discuss her experiences in music and songwriting. Larsette shares her journey, providing insight into her creative process and the evolution of her musical style. The conversation delves into the impact of AI on the music industry, particularly in songwriting and live performances. Bubba explores the ways listeners can discover Larsette's music and upcoming projects. The episode is sponsored by Pure and Easy Tea.

(0:00) Introduction and Welcoming Larcette

(0:59) Larcette's Journey in Music and Songwriting

(4:34) AI's Impact on Music and Live Performance

(15:46) Discovering Larcette's Music

(18:19) Sponsor: Pure and Easy Tea

Bubba Startz chats with Carmine Del Sordi about the journey of Pure and Easy Tea. Carmine discusses initial challenges in tea blending, maintaining quality, and the role of Amazon in ensuring excellence. They explore the passion behind Pure and Easy Tea, sourcing unique blends, navigating product variety, and achieving profitability. The episode covers strategies in advertising, overcoming challenges, building a loyal customer base, and leveraging influencers. They also touch on Pure and Easy Tea being the official drink of The Scene Projects. The episode wraps up with product availability and a farewell to Carmine, sponsored by Pure and Easy Tea.

(0:00) Introduction to Pure and Easy Tea with Carmine Del Sordi

(2:35) Overcoming initial challenges in tea blending and quality

(4:12) Selling on Amazon and ensuring product excellence

(7:29) The passion driving Pure and Easy Tea

(12:34) Sourcing and early development of tea blends

(18:18) Navigating product variety and business profitability

(22:23) Strategies for advertising and overcoming business challenges

(25:15) Building a loyal customer base and utilizing influencers

(28:39) Pure and Easy Tea as the official drink of The Scene Projects

(29:27) Availability of Pure and Easy Tea products

(30:20) Farewell to Carmine Del Sordi

(30:40) Sponsor: Pure and Easy Tea

Bubba Startz introduces Luana Sandoval, exploring her early life and the pivotal move to Brooklyn that shaped her artistic influences. The conversation transitions to her experience in Nashville, where Luana is preparing for an upcoming performance. They discuss her distinctive musical style, delving into the elements that define her sound. Luana shares her future plans, offering a glimpse into her evolving career. The episode provides an intimate look at her journey, highlighting the impactful transitions and creative aspirations that drive her music.

(0:00) Introduction to guest Luanna Sandoval and early life

(7:42) Moving to Brooklyn and influences

(12:14) Transition to Nashville and upcoming performance

(14:56) Luanna's musical style and future plans

Join Bubba Startz as he opens with a poetry reading, setting the tone for a dive into Michael Cagels' album release party and his journey. Michael shares his experiences overcoming fear and insights into Brandy's upcoming show and "Singer's Anthem." The episode delves into tracks like "Broken Child" and "I'd Go Through a Million Lives," with listener reactions and supportive messages. Michael discusses inspirations for "Stand for the Storm" and "Don't Count Me Out." The conversation touches on Jason's college days and inspirations for "In Your Eyes" and "Unbroken in Your Light." They explore the album's impact, future plans, and gospel influences in "I Look Within." The episode wraps up with reflections on album creation, promotions, and a final song, linkin

(0:00) Welcome and Poetry Reading

(5:13) Michael Cagels' Album Release Party and Autobiographical Discussion

(7:46) Overcoming Fear with Michael

(9:06) Brandy's Upcoming Show and "Singer's Anthem"

(18:49) Listener Reactions to "Singer's Anthem"

(23:52) Exploring "Voices of Appiah to Dawn"

(33:03) The Personal Significance of "Broken Child"

(41:58) Supportive Messages for "Broken Child"

(46:18) Behind "I'd Go Through a Million Lives"

(52:22) Feedback on "I'd Go Through a Million Lives"

(55:15) "Stand for the Storm" Inspiration and Listener Comments

(1:06:02) Introducing "Don't Count Me Out"

(1:11:30) Michael's Gratitude for Support

(1:20:40) "Mirror of the Soul" and Mid-Episode Reflections

(1:30:30) "Wake Up and Claim It" Introduction

(1:37:01) Jason's Introduction: College Days to Best Friends

(1:40:13) "In Your Eyes" and "Unbroken in Your Light" Inspirations

(1:55:14) Album Impact and Future Plans

(1:57:22) "No Apologies" and Its Boldness

(2:05:56) "I Look Within" and Gospel Influences

(2:16:35) Album Creation Reflections

(2:18:28) New Show and Album Promotion

(2:20:05) Final Song Introduction and Philosophy

(2:23:01) Connection to Colors of the Sun Soundtrack

(2:23:46) Closing Remarks and Gratitude

(2:25:20) Outro Song and Podcast Network Reminder

Bubba Startz welcomes Troy Perkins, delving into his journey and the concept of wearable art in jewelry. They discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship and how fluctuating gold and silver prices impact the business. The conversation touches on market manipulation and its economic implications, as well as the history of gold mining in South Dakota. Troy shares insights on recycling and repurposing jewelry, along with his favorite aspects of the job and the challenges of business growth.

(0:00) Introduction and guest Troy Perkins' backstory

(2:55) Wearable art concept and business ownership in jewelry

(6:30) Entrepreneurship challenges and job impacts

(10:10) Gold and silver prices' effects on jewelry business

(13:52) Market manipulation and economic implications

(17:04) Gold mining history in South Dakota

(20:19) Recycling and repurposing jewelry

(25:19) Troy Perkins' favorite job aspects and business growth challenges

(27:22) Troy Perkins' online presence and TV show potential

(29:39) Sponsor: Pure and easy tea

Bubba Startz introduces Ellie Arnold, highlighting The Scene Project's mission. Ellie shares her backstory, detailing early dance experiences and family influences that shaped her career. The conversation explores her passion for music and dance, and how she balances these with her professional life. Ellie discusses her unique music style, influenced by her time in Nashville and roots in New Orleans. She teases upcoming singles, shows, and future plans, reflecting on the challenges of working independently in the music industry. The episode wraps up with Ellie and Bubba discussing their connection and potential future collaborations, emphasizing the importance of independent voices in the scene.

(0:00) Introduction to Ellie Arnold and Scene Project Overview

(1:02) Ellie Arnold's backstory, early dance experiences, and family influence

(2:48) Balancing passion for music and dance with career

(3:01) Ellie Arnold's music style, influence of living in Nashville, and roots in New Orleans

(11:17) Ellie Arnold's upcoming singles, shows, and future plans

(12:24) Working independently in the music industry

(17:21) Connecting with Bubba Startz and future collaborations