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The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastWhat it takes to go PRO on your music journeyOn this episode of the CIAS podcast Ross King and I talk about the work ethic it takes to go pro. You might be thinking we talk about things like working 100 hour weeks and do whatever you need to to make it happen, but we don’t! We wanted to give you a practical look at how we manage and schedule our time as a professional in the music industry. So much of being a pro has to do with preparation and intentionality, more than even with talent. When your calendar has specific events dedicated to...2022-09-231h 05The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHow are YOU in a room?On this episode of the CIAS podcast, Ross King and I dive deep into the importance of how you are in a room. In a music career we will be in MANY different kinds of rooms, so having an understanding of how to be at our best in each situation is critical. We discuss many practical tips on what to do (and what not to do) Whether you are just getting started, or have been chasing your music dream for years, I know you will find a ton of inspiration and encouragement in this conversation.J...2022-09-0954 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHow's your suck meter?On the latest episode of the CIAS Podcast I sat down with my good friend and 30 year music industry vet Ross King to discuss developing our personal quality control measure, a.k.a. our "Suck Meter" Knowing what is good, for the target you are aiming for, is critical for success in music. We develop our "suck meter" over time, but there are a few elements to help with that process. Join our Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/christianindieartistsandsongwritersCheck out our websitehttps://www.bryanbolivermusic.com/CIAS2022-08-2649 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHow to market your music with COURAGE (with Kevin Winebarger)On this episode I had a great conversation with my friend Kevin Winebarger of Courage Studios. Kevin is a marketer, artist, songwriter, producer and an all around guru in social media and making big impact in the music industry. Kevin has been working in the industry for nearly a decade and has been serving many artists along the way.Kevin took a deep dive into many of his marketing principals on things like Spotify and YouTube marketing, as well as insights on how to make real impact on your music journey. If you a...2022-07-2259 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastThese make your music sound BETTER Plugins are one of the most talked about aspects of recording music. There are so many to choose from and SO many companies who make them. Which ones do you need to make pro music? The questions and possibilities are truly endless. I wanted to walk through the top plugins I use on a daily basis. These are helpful tools and are also versatile and can be used in many different ways. These 23 plugins will make your music sound better, faster, with some honorable mentions at the end!Check out Waves plugins he...2022-05-2017 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHow to deal with TROLL comments Have you ever got a troll comment? There are so many positive parts about the internet. It helps us stay connected, share our lives and even create new relationships. But of course there are many negative sides to it as well. Whether virtually or in "real life" there are going to be people out there who may try to discourage us from chasing after our dreams. How we let it effect us, is up to us. We can let it keep us from moving forward, or we can turn it into the fuel that pu...2022-05-1311 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastDo this to build your fanbase There is so much noise and everyone seems to be trying to capture our attention these days. Social media is an incredible tool, but it can be difficult to figure out how to reach people with our music. Between endless scrolling and short attention spans, what is the secret sauce to finding people who are actually interested in being a part of your music journey? On this latest episode I discuss what I believe will help you grow, and walk through 4 steps to help build it and make it last! Join our active...2022-05-0610 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastThis ONE thing actually makes your music BETTERWhat if all of your imperfections, insecurities, pain, trials and weaknesses are where your BEST songs come from?On this episode of the CIAS Podcast I discuss why I believe our weaknesses actually make us stronger and our music better, and share a little of my testimony too (which is something I have never shared on the podcast before)Would love to hear your thoughts on this! To connect further: Join our active and encouraging Facebook group here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianindieartistsandsongwritersWebsite:https://www.b...2022-04-2913 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastConversations with Grace GraberOn the latest episode of the CIAS Podcast I had the privilege of interviewing Nashville based artist, singer, and songwriter Grace Graber.I felt called to reach out to Grace after hearing about her mission to bring attention to mental health issues in the Church and the Christian music industry. After experiencing both physical and verbal bullying in her childhood, a song saved her during a defining moment in her life. After that experience she realized the power of music and has dedicated herself to sharing that with others. Grace has an important story to tell...2022-04-1550 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHow to get pro DEMOSHave you written an incredible song but every time you share it with people you don't get the response you were hoping for? I think this might be why…The best way to give your song a chance to make impact starts with a great demo. True, a great song is a great song no matter the quality of the demo, BUT a better sounding recording is always going to increase its chances of being used. Whether pitching to a publisher, artist, or for your own artistry, taking the time to produce a high quality demo is key...2022-04-0809 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast5 says to stay MOTIVATED on your music journeyHave you ever felt like you are stuck on your music journey? Like you can't get the ball rolling because it feels too heavy? Well, I think I've got something to help you with that… On this video I discuss 5 ways to keep going on your music journey.Get our music production course "Logic Pro X for Artists and Songwriters" here:https://www.bryanbolivermusic.com/logicproxforartistsandsongwritersJoin our active and encouraging Facebook group here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianindieartistsandsongwritersOur website:https://www.bryanbolivermusic.com/2022-04-0110 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastFull Time Music FormulaIn the music industry there are not many sure things. It can take a long time to achieve anything great and there are so many unknowns. Every story of success you hear will be unique to the person telling it. But what if there are some general steps you could take to set you up for success in music? I wanted to share 6 steps I took on my music journey that got me to being full-time. These may come in different orders, timelines, and even categories, but I believe these 6 things can help you go full time i...2022-03-2512 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastDON'T Network like this! (3 dont's)One of the most important pieces on our music journey is the relationships we have. Without relationships, success may not only be tough, but it's basically impossible. We need people to serve, and we need others to serve us to make impact. But how do we meet people? How do we build lasting relationships?Networking is a great way to build relationships. Attending events, joining groups, and being a part of communities are all great ways to meet and network with others. As with everything, there is a right and wrong way to network. I wa...2022-03-1810 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast10 Habits of Professional SongwritersDo you want to know the specific personality traits and habits that can help you go pro as a songwriter? I have had the privilege of collaborating with professional songwriters in my career. Outside of sheer talent I have noticed some common personality traits and habits of the pros. Yes, skill and craft is the key element that will get you in the door to work with pros, but I believe these 10 traits are what will get you the call to come back to write again.If it is your desire to be professional songwriter...2022-03-1113 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastIs there room for YOU in the music industry?Is it possible to stand out and is it even worth it if you can? What does it take to make your own space in the music industry? I wanted to talk through 3 points of why and how I believe you DO have a place in the music industry. Especially as a Christian indie artist, this is a calling, so not only should we work towards making impact with our music, but I believe we HAVE to do so. Check out our Logic Pro X for Artists and Songwriters Course here:https://www.bryanbolivermusic.c...2022-03-0410 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastWrite BETTER songs (with TOPLINING)One of the most popular ways to write songs is toplining. Toplining is writing lyrics and melodies to a track at its core. Whether working with a producer in session, or building from a pre-made track, top lining is common in today's songwriting culture.I wanted to walk through 3 tips for toplining that will help you write the best songs possible. Whether you have top lined for years or have not done it yet, these 3 things will bring clarity and foundation to your next session.Get Our Logic Pro X For Artists and Songwriters Course:2022-02-2513 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastWhat you NEED in your home studioOn this episode I walk through 8 categories of gear you need to get started in your home studio, with different options depending on your budget and need. The term "home studio" can feel intimidating, but with just a few basic pieces of gear you can be making high quality, release-ready music in no time.It can be overwhelming and you may think you need everything, right away to get started, but the truth is you can get started with a fairly minimal investment. You just have to be willing to take the time and put in the w...2022-02-1818 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastCHURCHOUSE with Chris Clayton On this episode I had a great conversation with my good friend Chris Clayton. Chris is a Nashville based, producer, songwriter and worship leader. He has a passion to help serve artists to equip them and their churches with impactful music glorifying the name of Jesus. I met Chris in 2017 at a Kingdom Songs event and he has been a personal champion and encourager to me along the journey. Whether in the studio, leading worship, or in the writing room he is always looking to serve people the best way he can. Chris walked though his...2022-02-111h 07The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastDON'T do these 5 things as an indie artistOn this episode I wanted to talk through 5 things that you should NOT do as an indie artist. You'll want to stick around for #5! I believe by avoiding these things it will help you go further, faster on your journey. And within each point I will also say what you CAN do in place of these common mistakes artists make along the way. For more helpful tips and resources head to:https://www.bryanbolivermusic.com/Join our active and encouraging CIAS Facebook group here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/684796875715831Get...2022-02-0414 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastWhy you NEED community as a musician One of the most important parts of being a musician is having a community. Without a community we are working and creating with no real concept of reality. As a musician we are the sum of all of our influences and this is an ongoing process. A true community incapsulates all of the people we work with and the people who love our music. With the internet it has never been easier to build a community. The ultimate goal is to find people who actually love what we do, not just another random follower. But how do yo...2022-01-2813 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastFree vs Paid Music Promo The way we promote our music is crucial to how many people it can impact. If you do a google or YouTube search on music marketing you will find thousands of videos and many may have conflicting, or even contradictory information. So, how do we understand the best way to market our music with so many options?Although there are many sub categories I think the main categories of music marketing can be broken down to paid and free strategies. Even within these two there are so many methods in marketing of our music. Understanding some of t...2022-01-2117 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastSpeaking Terms with Daniel Doss On this episode of the CIAS podcast I had a great conversation with my friend Daniel Doss. Daniel is a Nashville-based artist, songwriter and producer and has accomplished so much on his journey so far. From being a signed artist with Sparrow records, having a publishing deal with Word Publishing, leading worship at several churches, and having success as an independent producer and songwriter. Through all of his achievements Daniel has never lost sight that God is in control of every season. He has always tried to remember that we are living in the 'good old days' rig...2022-01-1449 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHow to Release Music in 2022Happy new year! Over the last couple of weeks we have been reflecting and assessing everything that happened in 2021. I hope that you were able to celebrate the wins and find areas of growth for the new year. With all of that information in our minds I now wanted to look to the year ahead. We have just begun 2022 and we can bring everything we've learned and make this the best year yet. On our music journey there is so much to think about to figure out how to move the needle ,and for this week I w...2022-01-0712 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastSetting Goals for the New Year! One of the most important things we can do as artists and songwriters is reflect. Not only is this a great source of creativity and inspiration, but it's a great way to evaluate where we've been. It's that time of year again where we all are working on our goals for the new year. I love setting goals and looking back on the goals from the previous year to see how it went. I am looking forward to reflecting on what I can do better. Instead of creating new streams, it's my plan to make the streams I...2021-12-3114 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast4 Ways to Keep the Wonder There are a lot of twists and turns on our music journey. Within the same day there can be a wide range of triumphs and trials. The key is consistency, but how do we keep things exciting, how do we stay inspired and how do we keep it fun? One of the best ways to accomplish this is by never losing the wonder of it all. There is a certain quality to creating music that has a bit of magic to it. It's hard to explain or quantify, but it's a powerful and mysterious part of making mu...2021-12-2415 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastMETA with Temitope - Beyond Comfort On this weeks episode of the CIAS Podcast I had an incredible conversation with my friend Temitope. Temitope is a Nashville based singer, songwriter, artist who has been on a mission to unite the Church across all races and backgrounds, through his honest approach, and in a conversation we should all be having right now. We discussed many of the things Temitope is working on and why he feels called to spread the Gospel with vulnerability and authenticity to who he is, and who God has called him to be. He is driven to shar...2021-12-1759 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastConsistency is Key!There are many traits that make for a successful career in music, but I believe the most important is being consistent. The ability to show up over and over AND OVER again will set you apart and help you build a long-lasting career. I have heard it said that most people give up after their first failure, and nearly 95% give up after a second, but if you can push through and be consistent it's only a matter of time till you reach your goal. Putting the work in every day will add up to so much more t...2021-12-1012 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastSpotify wrapped 2021, NOW what do you do with it?The yearly Spotify Wrapped numbers came out this week and if you've been on social media, you've seen everyone sharing their results. This is an exciting time for some and there is so much to be gained from it. Just in case you don't know, every year Spotify releases a cool, animated video showing all the stats over the past year on your Spotify for Artists page. They cover a wide range of numbers including countries listened, total hours spent listened, and overall stream count. This is a great feature that Spotify gives to its artists for f...2021-12-0315 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast5 Best Waves plugins (That you may not even know about yet)TOP 5 Hidden Waves Plugins Happy Black Friday! Today is the best day of the year to pick up plugins. The deals are insane and if you are anything like me, you patiently wait to see all the new deals. I wanted to cover my top 5 favorite hidden gems from Waves. I use Waves plugins every day in the studio and love them. I have talked about many of my favorites before, but I wanted to cover some lesser-known tools that I use a ton and know will help you on your production journey. Rem...2021-11-2611 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHow to time budget your music journeyThere are many layers to a music journey. Many of us get caught up in not knowing how to set aside time in a healthy way for each area. The main parts are songwriting, music production, promotion and brand building. Yes, there is more to it, but I think these 4 cover the most commonly disguised aspects. Identifying each part is important. I wanted to take a minute to break down a few ideas on budgeting your time and energy to each category to hopefully help you make the most of your efforts. Breaking these categories dow...2021-11-1917 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastContent is King! with TailahOn this episode of the CIAS Podcast I had a great conversation with my friend Tailah. I met Tailah through my good friend Jerricho Scroggins and my wife and I attended their wedding this August in Nashville! Tailah is doing big things. Tailah is an artist who has been writing and releasing songs for most of her life in Nashville. The combination of a degree in marketing from the prestigious Belmonte University, and her experience in songwriting and social media, has set her up for great things on her music journey. While attending college Tailah al...2021-11-1238 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastDon't Get Hacked! (like I did)On this episode of the CIAS podcast I sit with Suzy and we discuss the hacks and scams that are affecting so many of us. My Facebook was almost lost to a very sophisticated hack last week. We were able to get it back but we are still uneasy and taking steps now to be more prepared going forward. On the show we talk about:*Our hack and how we were able to resolve it *Different types of hacks and scams*Focusing your content/artistry on more than one pla...2021-11-0520 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast5 Tips for Producing Better MusicOn this episode of the CIAS podcast I wanted to discuss 5 things that have helped me produce better music. These are more mind-set than technical and I believe will help you in whatever stage you are in.I have been producing music since 2010 and have learned so much along the way. In the beginning it was an outlet with no rules, and just a way to finally realize the music I was hearing in my head. Over time I started to pick up techniques and tips that helped my music to start sounding better. I ho...2021-10-2919 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastFinding Your Voice with Todd FieldsOn this episode of the CIAS podcast I had the privilege and honor to have a conversation with one of my hero's and mentors Todd Fields. Todd has been writing, recording and releasing music as an artist for many years and has made real impact with his music. Todd not only has been writing and releasing music, but he was on staff at North Point church as the worship leader for over 23 years. He has been a part of many national and international ministries including 702 in Atlanta, and even lead worship as part of the Billy Graham c...2021-10-221h 00
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastProduction is a Part of SongwritingBack in 2017 I started to focus on songwriting in a serious way. I had written hundreds of songs for myself and various bands I was in, but 2017 is when I became most focused on becoming a professional in the music industry. In the process I began to produce the songs I was writing to help bring out the best version of the work tapes I had. On this episode I wanted to talk through a few points about why I believe production is a part of songwriting. Whether you are a producer or working with one (or w...2021-10-1517 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastThe 80/20 Principal with Dave TaylorOn this episode of the CIAS Podcast I had the privilege of talking with my friend Dave Taylor. Dave has many years of experience working professionally in the music industry, with 10 of those years spent with Integrity Music. Dave has a passion to help indie artists get their music heard through promotion strategies and consulting. I personally feel this is one of the most helpful podcasts I have done so far to help artists on their journey. Dave walked through the 80/20 principal along with SO MUCH value on being a successful indie artist, especially through streaming and s...2021-10-081h 03
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastCelebrating 1 Year!On this episode of the CIAS podcast I wanted to first celebrate our 1 year anniversary! It has been truly incredible to be on this journey with you over the last year. God has accomplished so much more than we ever could have imagined. In our first year we had nearly 8,000 downloads! The vision of this podcast is to help Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters get songs heard. To see all the hours that have been spent listening and learning from this podcast is such a blessing. Whether this is the first time you’ve listened or you’ve be...2021-10-0111 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastCo-Writing Technology - 6 Things you should be using! Co-writing is the BEST way to write songs. I know, I know, you may disagree but I say it because there are so many more benefits than just writing a great song when it comes to co-writing. Yes, writing a great song is the goal, but the relationship building is the key difference and benefit, opposed to solo writing. The collaborative aspect is so important to co-writing and there are a few tools that help keep things streamlined. You may already use these things, but if not, I wanted to share the tools I personally use during eve...2021-09-0315 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast9 Ways to NOT quit as an Indie Artist On this episode of the CIAS Podcast I wanted to talk about a really important topic, NOT quitting. It can be easy to give up on a music journey as it is difficult, takes a lot of time, and has many twists and turns. But, I believe this is a calling and we can’t give up on a calling. Even more than that, if God has put it on our heart to share our music with the world, then it is our duty to give it all we have and press forward. One of the most impo...2021-08-2727 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast7 Ways To Make Money As An Indie ArtistRight now is the greatest time in history to be an indie artist. We have all the tools and resources we need to build and grow a career in music. With accessible recording equipment, social media, zoom and other apps and technology, we can literally create a successful music journey with almost everything we already have. But, how do we actually earn money as an indie artist? Without an income, it is hard to dedicate all the time and resource it takes to launch or continue on the indie artist journey. Every path is different and unique b...2021-08-2020 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastMy Production Journey: Find Your Lane Then Focus On Your PathOn this episode of the CIAS Podcast I wanted to share my personal production journey. I believe right now is the greatest time to be making music from home and I know you can do it too! Every journey begins with one step, and in this episode I talk about how I started my journey back in 2006 on an old Dell computer with no microphone, headphones or even a clue as to how to produce music.I hope this episode encourages you to keep digging deeper into your journey because the songs you have in your heart...2021-08-1331 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastRecord Your Vocals Like a Pro!Get "Record Your Vocals Like a Pro" here On this episode of the CIAS Podcast I wanted to walk through 8 things that will help you record your vocals like a pro. Right now is the best time in history to be making music and more specifically, making music in your home studio. We are now able to write, record and release music from our homes that can touch the world, and I want to help you do that as much as possible. Vocals are the main focus for most modern recording, so I wanted to di...2021-08-0618 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast“Being Honest” with Holly SalazarOn this episode of the CIAS Podcast I had a great conversation with my friend Holly Salazar. Holly has lived in Nashville for over 12 years now and has been working professionally in the music industry since moving there. She has also written with well over 1000 co-writes and with her experience she has so much wisdom and insight to share. I wanted Holly to share some of the most common attributes and traits of good co-writers form her experiences. The number 1 most important piece is to be honest with yourself and your co-writrers. We also dug in...2021-07-3042 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast4 Spotify Playlist Pitching StrategiesGet 27 Free Guides Now! One of the most important pieces to getting our songs heard is through streams. How do we get streams? Well it comes through a few ways but one of the best ways to get streams on your music is through playlist placements. Playlist pitching, submissions and promotions are one of the biggest topics in music. So how do you get your songs on playlists?NOTE: For these strategies I am referring to Spotify playlists placements as currently Spotify is the largest streaming platform and makes it the most accessible to getting pl...2021-07-2321 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHow To Promote Your Upcoming Release On Social Media As we all know releasing music takes a lot of planning to do it right. Once the song is mastered and ready to release the work is only half way done. Putting together a plan for a strategic release can make all the difference. I wanted to share a simple formula we have used for my own releases and many artists I have worked with. By having a plan in place it can make the process of releasing fun, less stressful and more impactful. With each release cycle you will learn the best type of conten...2021-07-1620 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast7 Ways To Renovate Your Music JourneyGet 21 Free guides to help you on your music journey Chasing a music dream can be such an exciting experience. When we dedicate ourselves to achieving something and start to see things work, we feel fulfilled and are living out our purpose. But what happens when things in the industry start to change? What happens when what used to work, doesn’t work like it once did? Do we continue to try and force it or do we make changes to find the new thing that works? Personally, we are currently going through a kitchen reno...2021-07-0919 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastLet's Talk About Sync! Sync music is one of the biggest topics in the modern music industry. Its popularity comes from a few different factors, but one of them being the mystery behind it. Yes, most of us know that sync is music written/produced specifically for placements in film & tv, but how does our music end up on our favorite show, movie or ad campaign? I wanted to cover 8 truths from my experience in writing/producing for sync over the last year and a half. I love working in the genre and excited for all of the things that have hap...2021-07-0226 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastNavigating Ministry & Artistry with Ryan LyntonOn this episode I had a great conversation with artist, songwriter and worship leader Ryan Lynton. I came across Ryan’s music a couple of years ago and have been a fan ever since. He creates music with strong melodic hooks while bringing depth and meaning to his lyrics. Ryan has been working in church ministry since high school and received his ministerial certifications and degree from the Assemblies of God Masters Commission Program. Ryan and his wife have worked in professional ministry for many years now and we discussed how he has balanced min...2021-06-2444 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastA Matter of Time with Marcos SuazoOn this episode I had a great conversation with my friend Marcos Suazo- Mr. Mas Music. Marcos grew up in the church keeping close attention to the drums and that has stayed with him on his entire journey. From picking up the guitar to write his first songs, to learning production and releasing an EP, Marcos has always kept the main thing, the main thing. We discussed what it looks like to be efficient and honoring of the time God gives us. Marcos also talked about how we are called and it is an important part of our...2021-06-1743 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastSeeds in the Weeds with Jonathan JacksonOn this first episode of season 3 I had a truly inspired conversation with my good friend Jonathan Jackson. Jonathan is a talented artist, songwriter and entrepreneur in the music space. He has been writing 100 songs per year for the last 5 years and that is evident on his releases that are killing it on streaming platforms. On this episode we heard how Jonathan got started in music. From music college at the prestigious Indiana University, to making the move to Nashville, to driving for Amazon/Uber, to self producing and writing with some of Nashvilles top talents, Jonathan ha...2021-06-101h 23
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastSaying Goodbye... On this episode we are saying goodbye to season 2 of the CIAS podcast! What an incredible season we’ve had with some amazing interviews. I know I’ve been so encouraged and inspired by the conversations and I hope you have been as well. I wanted to give a little clarity behind what CIAS actually is and the meaning and purpose behind it. As this episode is going live we are on day 3 of our first CIAS Songwriting retreat. We have 12 songwriters from all across the country here on the Atlantic coast writing songs, building relationships and chasin...2021-06-0310 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastVirtue Design with Leah Hale On this episode I had a great conversation with Leah Hale of Virtue Design. Leah is a talented web designer who works with a wide range of clients, but has created a specific line of sites for bands and artists. Not only does she design the site with you using a few different layout options, but she will also host, update and keep your site safe through daily back-ups and security monitoring. It is essential to have a professional website as a tool to establish your artistry, but also as a main hub for everything you are do...2021-05-2727 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastA Peaceful Place with Ashley Beckford On this episode of the Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters Podcast I had a great conversation with my friend Ashley Beckford. Ashley and her husband Lance are part of the planting team at Unite Church Pasadena. Ashley has been leading worship and writing songs now for most of her adult life and had so much wisdom to share. Ashley has a unique perspective and skillset with her background and degree in business administration/human resources management. We talked how leaning on administrative skills and blending with creative skills can be a great recipe for life in ministry. Ash...2021-05-2038 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast"Woman at the Well" with Olivia LaneOn this episode I had an incredible conversation with Nashville-Based, artist, singer/songwriter Olivia Lane. I first came across Olivia on TikTok and quickly realized that she is doing some BIG things in the modern music industry. From starting off with chasing an acting dream that led her to Hollywood, to changing paths to pursue music fully, to even being featured on an episode of NBC's Songland, Olivia has always been driven to achieve the dreams in her heart. As you will hear in the interview, Olivia has faced many struggles in her life that ultimately lead h...2021-05-1358 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastPlay The Music You Love with Brandon BagbyOn this episode I had an encouraging conversation with my friend Brandon Bagby. Brandon is a Nashville-based, session musician, producer and touring guitarist. Brandon has played in support of many A-List CCM artists such as Mandisa, Audio Adrenaline, Plumb and many, many more. During our conversation Brandon discussed what is like to be a modern studio musician and how he is noticing the change in how music is being made. He also discussed how loving people well and building meaningful relationships is the way to have a sustainable career in music. Brandon is a great exa...2021-05-0647 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastAt The Feet Of Jesus with Loyal Love Music On this episode I had great conversation with Crystal of Loyal Love Music. Crystal is an artist and songwriter based out of Virginia beach. She shared about how to create space in her life while being a wife and mother of 4, all while creating, writing and releasing music. We talked about different marketing strategies and also ways to keep the creative tank full, even with an extremely full life of responsibility. There is so much wisdom packed into this episode and I know will be an encouragement to you on your music journey no matter which season you a...2021-04-2935 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastIt's In The Reps with Ryan ChewOn this episode I had an encouraging conversation with my friend Ryan Chew. Ryan is a Maryland based artist, songwriter/worship leader who is making real impact with his music. Ryan has been serving in the local church since he was 16 and following closely to where God has been leading. From leading worship, to attending Berkeley College, to now writing and releasing music under his own name, he has been pursuing God's call the entire time. Ryan has many amazing songs streaming now. If you haven’t heard his music yet, I strongly suggest checking out “I Am Yo...2021-04-2236 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHow To Get The Algorithm To Push Out Your Content On Social Media We all know that the algorithms on social media platforms play a major role in how our content is distributed. Every platform has a different algorithm so it can be tough to know what types of posts have the best chance to be pushed out. By having insight as to what is currently working can make the difference between our posts making a bigger impact. There was a time where likes and views were the most important, but that no longer seems to be the case. Currently the 3 most important factors are engaging comments, shares and watch time...2021-04-1613 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastCreate True Art with Aryn MichelleOn this episode I had an inspired conversation with my friend Aryn Michelle. Aryn is an artist and songwriter based out of Texas and has a wealth of wisdom on being a modern indie artist. From figuring out how to balance being a wife, mom of 4, to writing and releasing songs, all while building a fan base who is supportive and engaged with her music. We talked about what it looks like to still generate income as an artist to fund future projects when music sales and live shows are changing all the time. Aryn also discusses h...2021-04-1539 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast"Worry Less, Praise More" with Caleb Crino On this episode I had a great conversation with my friend Caleb Crino. Growing up in a Christian home Caleb earliest memories of music were of popular worship and CCM songs. He took his passion for Christian music and eventually ended up at the prestigious Belmont University in Nashville, Tennesee. Caleb learned so much but said some of the most valuable things he experienced at school were the relationships he made. These relationships lead him into incredible opportunities working with heroes in the Christian music industry. Caleb discusses how these relationships brought him to where he is today wri...2021-04-0835 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastThe Road with Madeline EdwardsOn this episode I had a great conversation with Nashville based singer/songwriter Madeline Edwards. I first heard Madeline's song “The Road” on Spotify’s Top Christian playlist and was instantly drawn in. On this episode Madeline's gives us insight into the process of her song from the writing, production, to marketing. She also shared some vulnerable moments and how she feels the pain she’s faced in her life is now her responsibility to share through her music. We discussed how speaking honestly about our walk with God has many hills and valleys, and how it is important...2021-04-0137 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastWriting Songs For Your Church with Aaron HoskinsOn this episode I had an inspired conversation with my good friend Aaron Hoskins. Aaron is Texas-based worship leader, songwriter and all around great man of God. We talked defining life moments and about what it looks like to write music specifically for the church body God has him planted in. We also dove into how much relationships have been a major factor in Aaron’s growing songwriting catalog and impact. If you write songs for your local church and/or want to write songs for the global church and wondering how, or you just want to be e...2021-03-2539 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastStaying Driven, Staying True: Hannah SchaeferOn this episode I had an encouraging conversation with my new friend Hannah Schaefer. Hannah has been chasing after her musical dreams since she was a little kid and determined to reach her goals. From winning many awards including the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting award, to making the move to Nashville, to opening for renowned Christian artists, to being signed to an Indie label and releasing numerous singles, Hannah keeps moving towards all God has laid in her path. I felt so inspired by Hannah’s grit and perseverance and I know you will be too! Hanna...2021-03-1838 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastSophie Lockhart: Writing Songs In Multiple GenresOn this episode I had a great conversation with my friend good Sophie Lockhart. Sophie is a worship leader, songwriter and artist based out of Pennsylvania. Sophie is a very skilled writer in multiple genres and on this episode we talked about how she continues to be creative while writing songs for the church, CCM and also in the singer/songwriter/folk genre. Last year she launched Parker Street which is more worship focused and continues releasing under her own name as well.Sophie also shared the idea that we “crave what we eat” as the things we do...2021-03-1132 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHow To Get Your Songs Cut! As songwriters, one of the biggest goals we can have is to get our songs cut. Getting your song “cut” simply means another artist records and releases a song you wrote or co-wrote. Not all writers want to be the artist and sing on/release the music they write, so getting cuts is a great outlet to getting their songs heard. But how do we get songs cut and what steps can we take to get our music in front of artists and/or music publishers? I wanted to give a framework on some of the steps. Cuts c...2021-03-0815 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastTenia Hoskins: “Your Purpose Has Meaning”On this episode I had a great conversation with singer/songwriter/producer Tenia Hoskins. Tenia has been following God's call on her life for music since she was 5 years old. With a huge support system from her family and husband, Tenia has always has been encouraged to keep going through the many seasons of the journey. After a try out for American Idol and The Voice not going as she hoped, she took that as an opportunity to pivot and keep going. Tenia has always been aware of the gifts and talents God has given her and she c...2021-03-0438 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastChasing the Light: "Now I'm Living" On this episode I had a great conversation with my friends Abraham and Nate from the band Chasing the Light. I love the passion and vibe these two brought to the interview and their music. Although they have gone through many changes as a band, they have always kept the main thing to aim to bring glory to God through their songs and lives. It was great to hear the intention behind their release strategies and see how they have found streaming success on their latest release “Now I’m Living.” I really enjoyed our conversation and I know y...2021-02-2535 min
The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastThings That I'm Afraid of with Ross KingOn this episode I had a great conversation with Nashville-based, songwriter and artist Ross King. Ross has been an influential voice in the Christian music industry for many years now, and his songs have impacted the global church and Christian radio in a major way. From leading worship at the “Breakout” worship events at Texas A&M, to having many chart topping cuts on CCM radio, Ross has always aimed to write songs that say something deep and challenge and encourage the listener. Ross has a wealth of wisdom and encouragement, especially for those chasing a creative pursu...2021-02-1859 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastSammy Nino: “Remains The Same”On this episode I had a great conversation with New York based artist, writer and producer Sammy Nino. We talked about so many encouraging aspects of his journey and how he’s kept innovating and adapting along his journey. Sammy has followed God's calling every step of the way, even when it's not easy. He knows God's way is all that matters and you can feel that determination when you talk to him. Sammy has such a positive outlook and I know you will be encouraged by this chat! To connect with Sammy more head to:In...2021-02-1131 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastGraveyards to Gardens: “Only You Have Your Story” On this episode I had a powerful conversation with Aaron Andries, Jeremy Yap and Tim May of the band Graveyards to Gardens. They have been playing together for a long time and have built a strong relationship both on and off the stage. We discussed what a year of lockdown looked like due to the pandemic and how it affected them personally and as a band. Throughout this conversation it was apparent that God is working through them and their music. I am excited to hear all the new music coming from them in 2021! I ho...2021-02-0431 min
The Worship Circle PodcastNew Horizons, A Podcast Interview with Bryan BoliverIn this podcast, Todd interviews one of his former Worship Circle small group members, Bryan Boliver. They discuss ministry seasons, God’s timing, and how worship leading is so much more than what we do on a stage. Bryan currently helps indie songwriters get their ideas finished, recorded, and placed on streaming services.
http://www.worshipcircle.com2021-02-0343 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastBen Laine: “Did You Call Me Last Night"On this episode I had a very insightful conversation with my friend Ben Laine. A few days after recording this episode Ben had a video go viral on TikTok earning him over 7 million views and landing him an article on Newsweek. The article predicts his next single releasing tomorrow 1/29/21 “Did You Call Me Last Night” will be the next “Drivers License." On this episode we talked about how Ben started off his career recording a 9 song album using only his iPhone 6, and how that lead him to eventually finding a manager and playing numerous festivals and tours. We...2021-01-2840 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastWe The Least- “Sundae Best” On this episode I had a really fun conversation with Nathanael, Michaela and Dell from the band We the Least. We talked about what it looks like to be flexible in the calling and how whether their music impacts one person or many, it all matters. This was an energizing and heartfelt show I know you will enjoy. They have a new single releasing Monday January 25th, 2021 from their upcoming album, Sundae Best. Make sure to check them out on all streaming platforms!To connect with the band more here:WEBSITEFACEBOOKIN...2021-01-2125 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastKaty Reynolds- "Faithfully Follow Where God Is Leading You"On this episode I had a great conversation with artist and songwriter Katy Reynolds. Katy recently made the move from Texas to Nashville after God clearly calling her to do so. She talked about the faith it took to make the move, and how God has been reminding her He is in every part of it, big and small! I hope you enjoy this episode! To connect with Katy head to:FacebookInstagramSpotifyWe'd love to continue the conversation on our Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters Facebook group! Click HERE t...2021-01-1430 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastJoel Vaughn- "Louder Than The Lies"So excited to be kicking off season 2 of the CIAS podcast with recording artist, worship leader and songwriter Joel Vaughn!From where he started to where he is now has been a faith journey full of many twists and turns, trusting God with every step. We talk about what went right and wrong, the influential people that helped make it happen, and what Joel is hoping for next. Currently signed with Dream Label Group, Joel has a new full length album "Louder Than The Lies" dropping 1/29/2021, with the title track single releasing tomorrow 1/8/2021. This episode i...2021-01-071h 21The Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastEric Defend (We Are Heirs) “Get Your Music Out There!" On this episode I had a great conversation with Eric DeFend from the band We Are Heirs. Eric has been very intentional to craft music meant to feel familiar and fresh for the church and beyond. He spent 3 years developing his production skills to be able to serve the songs he felt God gave him to launch the band. Now that Eric has a process in place he plans to continue to write and release music to help impact the world for Jesus. I hope you enjoy this episode. To connect with Eric and We Are Heirs he...2020-12-3118 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast"Rejoice Always, Pray Constantly, Give Thanks In Everything; For This Is God's Will For You In Christ Jesus" On this Episode I wanted to first say Merry Christmas to you and your family. I hope that your season is full of joy, peace and family fun. A verse out of Thessalonians has really been speaking to my heart and I think is a great point of inspiration and encouragement as we look towards a new year. To celebrate each step, take time to pray and be thankful for everything that happens along the way. This is a formula for joy and success on our journey.I hope you enjoy this episode. We would love for y...2020-12-2407 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastNicole Spowart- “Let God Guide Every Step”On this episode I had the great privilege to chat with my friend Nicole Spowart. Nicole is a worship leader, singer, songwriter and artist based out of Queensland, Australia and I have had the pleasure to get to know and work with her over the last year and a half. Nicole has been writing and recording at a high level in Australia for a long time and has been following God's direction through every step of the process. Nicole and her husband Colin are committed and driven to keep releasing music and working together to bring Glory to God i...2020-12-1723 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastMicah McCaw- "The Joy Is In The Journey" On this episode I had a great conversation with my friend Micah McCaw. Micah is an artist, musician, songwriter and even hosts his very own podcast The McCaw Podcast Universe. We got to discuss what it was like to release his latest album right before the pandemic hit. With no opportunity to play shows he is still making the most of it. We also talked about how the joy is in the journey, not just the destination, and how important it is to be faithful because God knows just what is ahead for us.I hop...2020-12-1027 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastTom Golly- “Work On Being A Better You”On this episode I had a great conversation with Nashville based artist Tom Golly. Back in 2015 Tom and his wife made the move from Long Island, New York to Nashville, Tennessee. Tom talks about finding your tribe and how important that is in growing as an artist and your career. I hope you enjoy this episode. To follow Tom head to:FacebookInstagramSpotify We’d love to continue on this conversation on our Christian Indie Artist and Songwriters Facebook group! Click here to join now!2020-12-0328 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastInside Out- "Minister To The People God Has Placed In Front Of You"On this episode I have a wonderful chat with my friends Jess and Dan from Inside out! My wife Suzy and I were blessed to meet them both in January at the @worshipcircle REST retreat in Cleveland, GA. Coming to us from Melbourne, Australia this husband and wife duo have been serving the Lord together for a long time now. With their skills in worship leading, songwriting, media and mentorship they are answering the call on their lives to support their local church and the global church. These two have such a heart for the Lord and I know yo...2020-11-2623 min
Rustic SongbirdRecording Song Demos With A Producer with Bryan BoliverIn this episode of the Rustic Songbird Podcast, host Lydia Walker interviews Bryan Boliver, about the process of recording song demos, and shares tips about working with a producer. If you’ve thought about getting demos done for your songs, this will help you think through what your next steps might be. 2020-11-2336 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastErin Echevarria- “Get Started, Get Focused and Learn As You Go!”On this episode of the podcast I had a great conversation with Erin Echevarria of the Worship Narrative. I have had the pleasure to know and work with Erin over the last 2 years and it has been so exciting to see all God is doing through her music and ministry. From hosting Facebook live worship events, to creating helpful content for artists, and writing and releasing her own music, Erin is not afraid to be bold in her journey!I hope you enjoy this conversation and connect with Erin more head to:Facebook...2020-11-1920 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastRender The Hearts "God Deserves Our Best" On this episode I had an awesome conversation with Mike and Joe from the West-Virginia based Christian rock band “Render The Hearts." These guys have been making music together for over 12 years now and have been following God’s lead every step of the journey. From meeting at drumline in college, to now playing shows and recording original music, they have a heart for God and giving Him their best! I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. To connect with Mike and Joe and the rest of the band head to:Website...2020-11-1233 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastCedric Israel- “Eat Healthy, Exercise and WRITE SONGS!” On this episode of the Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters podcast I had the great privilege of chatting with my good friend Cedric Israel. Cedric has been in full time ministry for over 15 years at Valley Creek Church in Texas as a music director. Not only has he been plugged in and serving for most of his adult life, but he has a Master's Degree in Jazz studies from UNT in bass and has been writing music for the Lord at a high level for a long time. I learned so much from our chat and kno...2020-11-0529 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHollis Moore- "God Wants To Show You Your Harvest"On this episode of the Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters podcast I had a great conversation with worship leader, artist, songwriter Hollis Moore. Hollis is a Texas native who has been deeply rooted in his home church for over 30 years. He’s gone from leading worship and writing songs for his youth group, to writing and recording music for a full-length worship project for his church. God has recently lead Hollis to step down from his church role and faithfully pursue the artist/songwriter/worship leader role in a different way. On this encouraging episode we also get...2020-10-2938 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastConquer Imposter Syndrome Merriam Webster says Imposter Syndrome is, “a psychological condition that is characterized by persistent doubt concerning one's abilities or accomplishments accompanied by the fear of being exposed as a fraud despite evidence of one's ongoing success.” In this episode I wanted to talk about Imposter Syndrome and how I believe it is one of the biggest obstacles we may face on our music journey. How many times have we not done something due to it? How many times have we compared ourselves to someone else and decided that we aren’t good enough and just quit? Although Imposter...2020-10-2612 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastCaleb Vanderburg- “Aim For The Targets You Are Meant To Hit”On this episode of the Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters Podcast I had the privilege of chatting with my friend Caleb Vanderburg. Caleb is a Texas-based worship leader, artist, songwriter who has been doing music since his childhood. After a life-changing experience during a worship conference, Caleb became focused and driven to follow after the promises God put on his life. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Caleb. To connect with him further head to:FacebookInstagramWebsiteSpotifyIt ha...2020-10-2229 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastKristen Pennington: "Step By Step-Keep Going!"On this episode of the Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters podcast I have the privilege to chat with Kristen Pennington. Kristen is a songwriter, worship leader and artist who is faithfully answering God's call on her life to share her music in many different ways. From starting songwriting culture at a local church, to writing and releasing original music, Kristen always says "YES" and God has been so faithful to her on this journey. I really hope you enjoy this episode and to connect with Kristen more head to:InstagramFacebookSpotify2020-10-1927 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastMeg Ammons: "Be Brave Enough To Be Yourself"On this episode I have a great conversation with Meg Ammons. Meg is a talented singer, songwriter, worship leader, wife, mom and doing it all in pursuit of God's many callings on her life. Meg is about to release her brand new single “City of God” and she told the powerful story behind it and how it was such an impactful part of her dad's last days. She also discussed what it looked like to be an authentic writer and bringing her honest self to everything she does. I hope you enjoy this interview with Meg and to co...2020-10-1533 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastJustin White- "Restart"On this episode of the Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters Podcast I had the privilege of interviewing my good friend Justin White. Justin has been in music for a long time and is driven to use the gifts He’s been given to bring God glory. Justin is about to release a brand new song called “Restart,” which is about starting fresh and going full force into sharing the gospel to anyone he meets and comes across. I hope you enjoy this conversation and to connect with Justin more head to:WebsiteFacebookInstagr...2020-10-0817 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastGRIT is one of THE MOST important character traits of people who achieve their goals in music!Something I’ve been thinking a lot about lately is grit. Grit is something we need when we are both in the valleys and mountaintops, because in reality we are in the valleys the most. On this episode I wanted to break down the definition of grit and how it is such an important trait in regards to achieving our goals in music and life in general. To connect with us more head to:WebsiteFacebookInstagramSpotifyThank you so much for listening to the podcast! If you are finding th...2020-10-0512 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastLeAundra Richardson- "I'll Never Be The Same"On this episode I had an inspiring conversation with LeAundra Richardson. LeAundra has been on her music journey for a long time now and although it has taken many twists and turns, she has been seeking God through every step. From learning how to play multiple instruments, to leading worship, to songwriting, and now getting ready to release music as an artist, she has always trusted the Lord with her entire journey. I hope you enjoy this interview! To connect with LeAundra please go to:InstagramFacebookThank you so much for l...2020-10-0124 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast"How To Get On Spotify Playlists"On this episode of the Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters Podcast I explain the method I’ve used to get over 1M streams and get placed on over 2k Spotify playlists over the past 2 years. This method can be done by anyone and can take as little as 5-10 minutes per day. I also mention a free download of the message template I use to reach out to curators. If you’d like a free copy, click the link below!Spotify Curator Inquiry GuideWebsiteFacebookInstagramSpotifyThank you so m...2020-09-2712 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastCollington- "“Be Yourself And Who God Has Made You To Be” On this episode I had a great conversation with James Collington from the band “Collington”. James’ story is so inspiring and one of true obedience in following where God has lead him. From teaching himself how to play drums to recording and writing music that is now getting great traction on streaming. James’ main focus is to always be true to himself and who God has made him to be. I hope you enjoy this conversation and to connect with Collington please head to:FacebookInstagramSpotifyThank you so much for listening and don't...2020-09-2421 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastCraig Smith from The Astronaut and The Artist- "Don't Hold Back"On this episode I had an inspired conversation with Craig Smith from The Astronaut and The Artist. Craig has made a decision in his artistry to not hold back because he believes that the music we share for God is much bigger than we are. It has the power to change lives. I hope you enjoy this interview with Craig and to learn more- check out his band The Astronaut and The Artist on: WebsiteFacebookInstagram Spotify Thank you so much for listening and don't forget to please leave us a r...2020-09-1720 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastGrab The Lowest Hanging Fruit On Your Music JourneyThe principle of the lowest hanging fruit is to grab the things that are right in front of you and easy to reach. Setting small, achievable goals is a great way to consistently grow on your music journey. It gives you energy, momentum, confidence and focus and can help tune out distractions and comparisons. It brings clarity to all that you DO have and all that you ARE achieving, which fuels your music journey towards success. On this episode we discuss the benefits of grabbing the lowest hanging fruit to help you build momentum and keep moving f...2020-09-1409 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastRuss Parrish- "The Audience Is The Hero"In this episode I had an awesome conversation with my friend Russ Parrish. Russ is an incredibly talented artist, songwriter, worship leader and a ton of fun to chat with. We discussed what it looks like to lead in front of many different denominations and how that taught Russ to be flexible in his worship leading styles. We also discussed how he looks at the audience as the hero and he is the guide. I hope you enjoy this interview with Russ and if you would like to learn more about him go check him out on:2020-09-1129 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastMatt Crosson- "Be Brave, Be Strong"I had the privilege to chat with my friend Matt Crosson about his music journey and all God has been doing in his life. We cover lots of different topics from worship leading to songwriting to how to overcome fears and trust God with our passions. I hope you enjoy this interview with Matt! To learn more and to hear his great music check him out here:FacebookInstagram SpotifyThank you so much for listening to this episode of the Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters Podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe on...2020-09-1131 minThe Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters PodcastHey, I'm Bryan!This is the first episode of the Christian Indie Artists & Songwriters Podcast. This podcast exists to help Christian Indie Artists and Songwriters share their gifts and get songs heard. In this first episode I (Bryan Boliver) share a bit of my personal music journey and how God lead me to create this podcast.If you would like to connect with me further please visit:FacebookInstagramWebsiteThanks so much for listening and don't forget to please leave us a review on iTunes!2020-09-0907 min