Side A | Track 6 - Will & Ryan dive into a sacred—and sometimes unpredictable—rite of passage for independent artists: open mics.
AROUND THE COUCH: Ryan gets transparent about his recent songwriting drought and has a realization that the state of Georgia is the hub of all his favorite artists at the moment. Will takes a look back at his first show since embarking on a solo career under the "tagLine" persona.
SOUNDCHECK: Will hits the audience with an impromptu performance of an unreleased original song!
BEHIND THE GRIND: We discuss why open mics are still one of the best tools for new artists—the value of showing up, the things they can teach you that practicing at home can't, and how to find them in your city. Plus, we detail what makes open mics so unpredictable, but also magical. By sharing our best and weirdest open mic stories, we give a lens into the plethora of possible outcomes and why you should be open to anything, including making some amazing connections and realizations.
But, do open mics have an expiration date? Is there a point when they no longer serve you as an artist or where it's wrong to participate? We tackle those questions and more on this week's episode!
