The Musician's Venture

By Wisconsin Music Ventures

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Episodes: 137

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TMV is a podcast focused on lessons learned via the musician’s backstory, as well as building successful careers in the business. Host Nick O’Brien interviews artists/industry experts, and WMV Founder Allison Emm occasionally contributes – offering insights based on events Wisconsin Music Ventures has produced. This podcast is available on iTunes, Spotify, and most other listening platforms. Theme music was composed and performed by WMV member musician Mike Neumeyer. Contact WMV with guest and/or topic suggestions. All relevant ideas will be considered.

Episode Date
Mile of Music: Mile 10 2023 Feature
Jul 30, 2023
The Playlistifcation of Music
Jul 20, 2023
Emi Ferguson: On The Power of Music, Demystifying the Classical Genre, and Iconic Composers
Jul 13, 2023
Mie: On Imposter Syndrome, Faith During Uncertainty, and The Strength of Music
Jul 06, 2023
AI and the Music Industry
Jun 29, 2023
Ivory Layne: The Journey, Perspective, and Personality of a Rising Pop Star
Jun 15, 2023
A Word on Over-Saturating Your Local Market as a Musician
Jun 08, 2023
Jeśus Villa: On Balancing Life & Music, Integrating Creative Insights, and Having Fun With It All
Jun 01, 2023
Christopher Gold: On Blending Humor and Music, Solo vs. Band Work, and Being Sincere in the Music Business
May 25, 2023
Nineteen Thirteen: On Invoking Imagery through Music, Working in Film, and The Dynamics of Cello and Percussion
May 19, 2023
Trinity Velez-Justo: On Film Music Composition, Educating the Community, and Speaking up for the Minority
May 11, 2023
Allison & Nick Talk About Women's Safety in the Music Scene, How To Be a Good Ally, and WMV's Focus On Raising Awareness
May 04, 2023
Augie Dougherty: On Playing the Banjo, Having a Love of Nature, and the Challenges of Being a Musician
Apr 27, 2023
Billy Bronsted: On Sobriety, Mindfulness, and Focus in Music
Apr 20, 2023
Noah Lekas: A Poetic Musician Journey, Balancing the Workload, and Being Thankful
Apr 13, 2023
Bob Weigandt: On Evolving into the String Band Scene, the Building Blocks Behind it, and Festival Organizing
Apr 06, 2023
Tlalok: On MKE Music Night, Juggling Life as a Show Organizer, a Highly Involved Bassist and a Full-Time Student
Mar 30, 2023
Moonglow: On Chance Encounters, Creating an Album, and Cultivating Chemistry
Mar 23, 2023
The 2023 Sconni River Bluegrass Festival!
Mar 17, 2023
Donna Woodall & Ethan Bender: On Donna Woodall Group Part II
Mar 10, 2023
Donna Woodall & Ethan Bender: On Donna Woodall Group Part I
Mar 09, 2023
Tips for Being Safe, As Females, In the Industry
Mar 02, 2023
Mike Christian: On the Hometown Foundation and HomeGrown Music
Feb 23, 2023
Ryan Kairalla - On Entertainment in Florida, Self-Teaching, and Dealing with Technology
Feb 17, 2023
Sam Brunelli: On Sofar Sounds, Var Gallery, and Wire & Nail
Feb 09, 2023
TAE: On Being a One-Woman Show, Taking a Personal Journey, and Putting it all into Song
Feb 03, 2023
Isiah Driessen: On Diving Deeper into Music and Spiritual Experience
Jan 26, 2023
Abby Shreve: Leaving your Roots, Going for the Opportunity, and Seeing What Happens
Jan 19, 2023
Emily White: How to Build a Sustainable Music Career and Collect all Revenue Streams - Season 2 Kickoff Reception!
Jan 14, 2023
B.D. Greer: On Returning to Wisconsin, Reflecting on Experiences, and Shifting Careers
Jan 12, 2023
Stas Venglevski: From Russian Education to Navigating the Milwaukee Music Scene
Jan 05, 2023
Raf: Going Between Madison and Milwaukee, Finding Company and Following Healing
Dec 29, 2022
Nick and Allison: Reflecting on 2022!
Dec 22, 2022
Ben Harold: Connecting to Your Own Music, Getting it out there, and Working with WMV
Dec 16, 2022
Kal Schimmers: On Songwriting, Reaching Music Milestones, and the Appleton Music Scene
Dec 08, 2022
Bisca Rae: Divine Feminine Energy, Being a One-Woman Show, and Advocating for Yourself
Nov 24, 2022
John Justus: WMV Meetup Host, Freelance Multi-Instrumentalist, and Performing Musician
Nov 17, 2022
Nick and Allison Talk Shop, Part II: Musician Rates, The Meaning of Success and Switching Genres
Nov 10, 2022
Jesse Stratton: On Playing Between Texas and Milwaukee, Being an Introverted Musician, and The Flow of Writing
Nov 01, 2022
TMV at Wise Fest!
Oct 15, 2022
Continuing Education in Music: University or No?
Oct 06, 2022
Emile Pandolfi: On a Rich Musical Career, What Fame Means, and Work/Life Balance
Sep 29, 2022
Mark Tonelli Pt. 2 - On Traveling to Brazil to Teach, to Learn, and to Experience
Sep 22, 2022
Will Carter: On Playing Country Music, Growing up in Texas, and the Texas Music Industry
Sep 15, 2022
Kristin Sponcia: On Being a Pianist and Vocalist, Jazz Composition and Improvisation
Sep 08, 2022
Greg Cramer: On Keeping Balance, Sticking to Music, and Falling into Brass
Sep 01, 2022
Melissa Garcia & Lesly Montes from iVoted Festival: Using the Polls to Propel a Music Festival
Aug 25, 2022
Being of Value to Venues
Aug 18, 2022
Catching up on Mile 9! Mile of Music 2022
Aug 11, 2022
Nick and Allison Talk Shop
Aug 04, 2022
Martin Mayer: On Taking Risks, Self-Publishing and Piano Performance in Concert Halls
Jul 28, 2022
Cullah: On Engineering, Songwriting, and Getting Creative
Jul 21, 2022
On Using Interns or Assistants for Your Work
Jul 14, 2022
The Art of Job Shadowing
Jul 07, 2022
Ben Mulwana: On Jamming, Storytelling in Music, and Following the Dream
Jun 30, 2022
Cuchulain: On Reaching Success, Support, and Songwriting
Jun 23, 2022
Remembering Names
Jun 16, 2022
Nick O’Brien: On Living In Wisconsin, Community Building and Interviewing Entrepreneurs - And Musicians
Jun 09, 2022
Kennita Hickman: Her Story as a Black Female in Milwaukee's Music Industry
Jun 03, 2022
Carly Evans: On Red Dirt Country, Radio and Getting Into Agency Work
May 19, 2022
Promotion Tips from a Music Journalist
May 12, 2022
Taking Notes on Gigs as a Musician
May 05, 2022
Bruce Humphries: On Teaching Guitar, Starting Bands, and Playing Rockabilly
Apr 28, 2022
Using Email Signatures
Apr 14, 2022
Allen Halas: On Music Journalism, Building a Brand and Big Beat MKE
Mar 25, 2022
Mark Tonelli: On Jazz Guitar, Military Music and Brazil
Mar 18, 2022
What to Bring to the Gig
Mar 10, 2022
Mike Errico: Finding the Flow in Songwriting
Mar 03, 2022
Do You Take Requests?
Feb 24, 2022
Samuel Herb: On Discovering His Voice Through Songwriting
Feb 17, 2022
Sponsorships: Are They Valuable for an Artist?
Feb 10, 2022
Vinny Marini: On Working in the Blues Industry, Musician Management and Promotion
Feb 03, 2022
The Pitfalls of Social Media
Jan 27, 2022
Melissa Slocum: On Sounds of Encouragement, MusicGro and Uplifting Others
Jan 20, 2022
Get it in Writing: Contracts for the Musican
Jan 13, 2022
Sam Ecoff: On Composing for a Living, and Teaching to Leave a Legacy
Jan 06, 2022
Melissa Weishaar on All Things Wise Jennings and Wise Farm Productions
Dec 30, 2021
Including Christmas or Other Festive Music in Your Sets
Dec 23, 2021
Emily White: On Management, Touring and the #iVoted Festival
Dec 16, 2021
Mike Gomoll: On Putting Together a Live Music Event for a Cause like None Other
Dec 09, 2021
Merch Can Make or Break You - Know Your Inventory
Dec 02, 2021
Johnny Moorer, The Esquires: A Legendary Family, Known for Their Music and So Much More
Nov 26, 2021
Tips on... Tips! Sharing Them With The Band
Nov 18, 2021
Using Social Media for More than Promotion
Nov 11, 2021
On Wisconsin Music Ventures, Part II: Introducing a New Partner, Chris Adams
Nov 03, 2021
Communication Tips for Musicians Who Want Gigs
Oct 28, 2021
On Wisconsin Music Ventures, Part I: What it Was and What it Is, From Various Voices
Oct 21, 2021
Zoy Begos: On The WAMI Awards and Happening His Way Into the Industry
Oct 14, 2021
Dave Schoepke: Showing What Solo Drums Can Do, Performing with Some Greats and Finding Fulfillment
Sep 23, 2021
Zach Pietrini: On Being a Full-Time Touring Musician and Father + a New EP
Sep 16, 2021
Bree Noble: On Being a Female in the Biz, Assisting Females in the Biz and Being an Early Podcaster
Aug 19, 2021
Zach Fell: On the Wisconsin Music Podcast, Not Getting Old, and Teaching Recording
Aug 12, 2021
Suzanne Grzanna, Sax Diva: From Musical Roots, Performing Diverse Rep and Working Tirelessly in This Biz
Aug 05, 2021
Ben Slowey: On Music Journalism, Noise as Art, Musician Interview Moments
Jul 29, 2021
Dean Calin: On Sea Shanties, Forming a Niche-Genre Group and One-Pagers
Jul 22, 2021
Steven Olikara: On Growing up as a Diverse Musician, Politics, and The Jazz in Democracy
Jul 15, 2021
Jared Judge: On Private Events, String Quartets, and Founding a Music Booking App
Jul 08, 2021
Susan Erwin Prowse: On Starting a Festival in Arkansas, Piano Bars, and Her Husband/Wife Duo
Jul 01, 2021
Arale Berberich: On Open Mics, Gender Fluidity, and Learning to Be Nice
Jun 24, 2021
Andy Snow: On EDM, Collabs and Autotune
Jun 17, 2021
Suzanne Singh: Suburban Mom to Rockin' Frontwoman
Jun 10, 2021
Sit Kitty Sit: Stories from the Road, Playing at Full Sound, and Developing a Fan Base
Jun 03, 2021
Eric Diamond: On Tribute Artistry, Being a Serious Musician and Entertaining Generations
May 27, 2021
April Henry: Bringing Joy through Songwriting, Performance and Vocal Coaching
May 20, 2021
Tony Novinska: Lifelong Musician, Industry Insider and Festival Organizer
May 13, 2021
Dennis Hawk: The Calling of Call and Response
May 06, 2021
Ayisha Jaffer: Impresario, Creator, Musician
Apr 29, 2021
Emily Zimmer is Always Learning and Working, Always in Multiple Ways
Apr 22, 2021
Kostia Efimov: On Versatility and Appreciating Christmas
Apr 15, 2021
Joze Piranian: Using Music as a Stutter-Free Outlet
Apr 08, 2021
From Hawaii to New York: Ukulele Player Rachel Haymer
Apr 01, 2021
Business Plan for Musicians
Mar 29, 2021
Putting Experience and Perspective into Music with Ethan Keller
Mar 25, 2021
Patience and Persistence: Understanding the Timeline with St. Oshun
Mar 12, 2021
From Sweden to Wisconsin - 7000apart
Mar 04, 2021
Marcya Daneille: Growing Up in Chicago, Stories from NY, Landing in Milwaukee
Feb 25, 2021
Renee Bordner: Studio Owner, Piano Instructor, Philanthropist
Feb 18, 2021
We "Hear With Our Eyes"
Feb 16, 2021
“Professor” Craig Hurst on His Teaching Career, Positivity, and Collaboration
Feb 11, 2021
Marimbist Mike Neumeyer on Composing, Sales and Making International Connections
Jan 28, 2021
Carmen Nickerson: Iowa to Wisconsin, and Lessons from California
Jan 22, 2021
E-News to Grow Your Following
Jan 18, 2021
Steve Treseler Talks Soundpainting, Online Instruction, and Maintaining Connections
Jan 12, 2021
Getting Started as a Musician in the Industry
Jan 10, 2021
Emmy Rozanski: On Music as Community, and Navigating Post-Graduation Life
Jan 05, 2021
Twan Mack, Milwaukee Hip Hop Original Trailblazer
Dec 29, 2020
Virtual Music Opportunities with Lexie Signor
Dec 22, 2020
Learning About The Rainy Day Collective
Dec 15, 2020
Promotion of the Event: Who is Responsible?
Dec 14, 2020
Persistence and Confidence: How Thea Vorass Got Her Foot in the Door
Dec 08, 2020
Women in the Music Industry
Dec 06, 2020
Logan Penington on Being Versatile, Asking Questions and Settling Down
Dec 01, 2020
Connection: Musicians Reaching Out to their Audiences
Nov 29, 2020
Alyssia Dominguez Talks Connection Beyond Music
Nov 24, 2020
How Access Brings About Success
Nov 19, 2020
Musician Steve Burks on Staying Current, Professionalism and Not Selling Out
Nov 13, 2020
Five "Rules of Thumb" for New and Seasoned Musicians
Oct 31, 2020