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Gab and Jam337. Does playing fast suck? (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) podcast337. Does playing fast suck? (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) video description
We are enthralled by folks who can dole out those lightning licks, but is playing faster playing BETTER? That is the topic we explore in this episode.
#lightninglicks #playingfast #diyrockstar #bloomingprejippie #prejippie
This topic was inspired by BassCamp YouTube video: https://youtu.be/2X4b6H0Mmwk?si=L6rtSUI1MLt4o0ri
What do you think? Is playing faster the “Be All and End All” for good musicianship? Or does an artist need to showcase their artistry in other new and surprising ways?
Check out the epis...2025-03-2205 min
Gab and Jam340. Goals For 2025 Podcast340. Goals for 2025 video description
Even though THIS year has been out of pocket and INCREDIBLY weird, we are still reflecting on the past and still deciding on what we want to focus on this coming year.
#newyear #goals2025 #diyrockstar #bloomingprejippie #prejippie
What are YOUR goals for 2025? We’d love to hear what inspiring things you have planned!
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/340goalsfor2025blog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT music video debut for Bourgeoisie Paper Jam is soon. (If you’re in our Patreo...2025-01-1209 min
Gab and Jam336. What We Can Learn From P Diddy (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast336. What we can learn from P Diddy (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
You MUST be living under a rock if you haven’t heard about the allegations against a “beloved” OG hip hop star, Puff Daddy (P Diddy or Sean “Diddy” Combs). THIS is what we have taken away from the whole mess.
#gethelp #dontbeavictim #pdiddy #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #diyrockstar
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/336pdiddyblog
What do you think? How far are you WILLING to go to try to capture fame? Tell us what you think. Le...2024-11-1304 min
Gab and Jam335. Copying, Inspiration, Plagiarism. Where Is The Boundary? (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast335. Copying, inspiration, plagiarism. Where is the boundary? (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
In this installment, we will be considering the following questions:
• Where do we draw the line between copying, inspiration, and plagiarism?
• Where might we cross lines without realizing?
• Is it okay if I copy somebody to learn?
#plagiarism #copying #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #artjuice
This topic was inspired by Art Juice: A podcast for artists, creatives and art lovers: Inspiration, Emulation or Outright Theft? [260], Jul 22, 2024
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inspiration-emulation-or-outright-theft-260/id1451530001?i=1000663049473
What do you think? When is it okay to copy creatively? Where...2024-09-1613 min
Gab and Jam334. 20 Take - Aways From The Silent Takeover Ted Gioia On AI's Threat To Music Part 2 Podcast334. 20 Take-aways from The Silent Takeover Ted Gioia on AI's Threat To Music Part 2 Video Description
We’re happy to welcome Bruce back for the second half of what we make us think from this interview on SO many topics that are important to us. We couldn’t help it, so we started taking notes on the ideas he expressed in his Rick Beato interview.
@RickBeato #RickBeato #TedGioia #culturewisdom #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #partdeux
This episode is a slam-bam-thank-you-ma’am take on The Silent Takeover: Ted Gioia on AI's Threat To Music (on Rick Beato’s YouTube channel): https://youtu.be/ibMd_Jx9daw?s...2024-08-2208 min
Gab and Jam333. 20 Take - Aways From The Silent Takeover Ted Gioia On AI's Threat To Music Part 1 Podcast333. 20 Take-aways from The Silent Takeover Ted Gioia on AI's Threat To Music Part 1 Video Description
We’d never heard of this guy, but he had such a profound take on SO many topics that are important to us. We couldn’t help it, so we started taking notes on the ideas he expressed in his Rick Beato interview.
@RickBeato #RickBeato #TedGioia #culturewisdom #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
This episode is a slam-bam-thank-you-ma’am take on The Silent Takeover: Ted Gioia on AI's Threat To Music (on Rick Beato’s YouTube channel): https://youtu.be/ibMd_Jx9daw?si=sK_dcdgXoDMykIDE
What do you thin...2024-07-1318 min
Gab and Jam332. 103 Social Media Questions To Boost Engagement (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast332. 103 Social Media Questions to Boost Engagement (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
We know we tell you all that social media is not the “be all, end all,” so this post helps us maximize our time and effort. Here are some social media questions that can help increase interest in our posts.
#boostsocialmedia #engagement #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Inspired by Angie Gensler’s post: https://angiegensler.com/social-media-questions-to-increase-engagement/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_smartloop&utm_content=smartloop&utm_term=71940051
What do you think? Which questions will you try? We’d love what you have to say...2024-06-0810 min
Gab and Jam331. 7 Types Of Rest And How To Get Them (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast331. 7 types of rest and how to get them (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
Though we harp on the “get up, get out, and something” philosophy, there is NO doubt that each of us needs rest. Here are the 7 types of rest and how to find a way to get them.
#rest #youarethebrand #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
This topic was inspired by YOU ARE THE BRAND, episode 411: The 7 Types of Rest and Why You Need to Build Your REST Ethic with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/you-are-the-brand-c6120/episodes/411-the-7-types-of-rest-and-why-you-need-to-build-your-rest-ethic-with-dr-saundra-dalton-smith-d41b6?action=AUTOPLAY_FULL&actionContentId=201-8a1...2024-05-2408 min
Gab and Jam330. 5 Things Every D.I.Y. Rock Star Needs To Know About Publicity Podcast330. 5 Things every D.I.Y. Rock Star needs to know about publicity Video Description
We all know it’s important, but here are some things to consider when thinking about doing public relations for your music.
@arielhyatt #arielhyatt #musicpublicity #tips #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
This is inspired by https://www.cyberprmusic.com/5-things-every-artist-should-know-about-music-publicity/
What do you think? What is YOUR strategy in seeking public relations for your band? We’d love what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/3305thingsprblog
So, will we d...2024-05-0506 min
Gab and Jam329. How To Create Compelling Album Covers (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast329. How to create compelling album covers (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
An album cover helps potential listeners discover your music, so here are 8 ways to create compelling album covers (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star).
@discmakers #discmakers #albumcover #tips #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What do you think? How do YOU choose the music you will listen to? We’d love what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/329bettercoversblog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact...2024-04-2806 min
Gab and Jam328. Knowing When To Quit (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast328. Knowing when to quit (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star)
Video Description
Normally, we don’t encourage anyone to quit much of anything, but as we’ve gotten older, we’ve found that there are really a few instances when quitting is the BEST idea.
#whentoquit #quitters #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What do you think? We’d love what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/328whentoquitblog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT music video debut for Bour...2024-04-0806 min
Gab and Jam327. Using Humor In Your Art (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast327. Using humor in your art (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
We love a little humor, but what happens when you incorporate it into your art? Here are some potential benefits and detriments.
#humor #funnybone #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What do you think? Is humor an important part of your art? We’d love what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/327humorinartblog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT music video debut for Bourgeoi...2024-03-3107 min
Gab and Jam326. 7 Tips For Running A Blog (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast326. 7 Tips for running a blog (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
Here are 7 top tips for D.I.Y. Rock Stars who want to start and run a blog for their band.
#blogging #toptips #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What do you think? Do you have a blog? If so, what was YOUR reason for starting one? Also, what tip can you share with us? We’d love what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/326topblogtipsblogpost
So, will we do...2024-03-1915 min
Gab and Jam325. Benefits Of Having A Blog (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast325. Benefits of having a blog (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
Should D.I.Y. Rock Star have blogs? We’ll discuss some 4 benefits for maintaining your own blog.
#blogging #whyblog #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What do you think? Do you have a blog? If so, what was YOUR reason for starting one? We’d love what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/325diyrockblog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT music video debut for...2024-02-2505 min
Gab and Jam324. How To Get Out Of A Creative Rut (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast324. How to get out of a creative rut (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
Even create folks run out of energy and ideas to continue creating. Here’s what to do when you’re trying to climb out of a creative rut.
#creativerut #musicianlifestyle #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
We’ve talked about this a few times before—HERE and HERE, but what do you do when even as much as you want to create, the ideas aren’t coming or aren’t fresh enough for you to be excited about or you can’t seem to find the energy to get...2024-02-2012 min
Gab and Jam323. How Much Formal Education Is Necessary (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast323. How much formal education is necessary (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
Is college necessary? Knowing how much education is necessary to build your creative artistic empire is our topic today.
#formaleducation #college #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What did we leave out? We’d love to hear ways that formal education can be helpful! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/323howmuchedblog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestream is scheduled for Friday, January 12, where we will debut fo...2024-02-1111 min
Gab and Jam322. Awards Aren’t Everything For The D.I.Y. Rock Star Podcast322. Awards aren’t everything for the D.I.Y. Rock Star Video Description
As independent artists, we want to see progress and part of the measure of success could be by receiving accolades from a credentialed organization. So, it might feel great to be nominated for a Grammy or an Emmy or an American Music Award, but it this REALLY an indication that you have met your own personal creative artist goals–which, for us, includes impacting people through our messages, and gaining a following of folks that loyal and dedicated to witnessing our blossoming artistic journey.
#awards #accolades #grammys #diyr...2024-02-0412 min
Gab and Jam321. Best Musicals Of All - Time Podcast321. Best Musicals of All-Time Video Description
We’re happy to welcome our daughter, Zandalee Henderson, an actor and musical theater expert, to join us on these special edition episodes of Gab & Jam. She knows “all the things” about musical theater and acting for stage and screen, so she’s going to help us with this list of Best Musicals of all-time.
#musicals #musicaltheatre #best #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
How about you? What are YOUR favorite musicals of all-time? We’d love to hear what you have to say! Leave them in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion...2024-01-2817 min
Gab and Jam320. The Importance Of Self - Care For The D.I.Y. Rock Star Podcast320. The importance of self-care for the D.I.Y. Rock Star Video Description
We’re at the time of the year where you stop to consider what you want and set some goals. For the D.I.Y. Rock Star, mental health and physical health are USUALLY at the top of our list. –We’ve got a wonderful post on 7 self-care activities HERE, but here’s more general advice on how to “do” self-care wisely.
#selfcare #goals #stayfit #mentalhealth #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
How about you? Do you have an answer to this question that we have NOT explored? We’d love to hear w...2024-01-1509 min
Gab and Jam319. Why Don’t Black Folks Listen To Rock? Podcast319. Why don’t black folks listen to rock? Video Description
A recent Living Colour quote on X prompted today’s discussion. We’ve talked about issues related to entertainment and race before, but we have YET to ask a question that is always hanging out in the atmosphere.
#blackrock @livingcolour #rockorigins #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
How about you? Do you have an answer to this question that we have NOT explored? We’d love to hear what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/319bl...2024-01-0723 min
Gab and Jam318 D.I.Y. Rock Star Goals For 2024 Podcast318 D.I.Y. Rock Star Goals for 2024 Video Description
We find that the coming of a new year marks a GREAT time to assess our goals and to decide what we’d like to focus on, what we can tick off the list, and what we can add.
#newyears #goals2024 #focus #musician #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What goals will you be prioritizing in 2024? We’d love to hear what you have to say! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/318goals2024blog
So, will we do it a...2023-12-2910 min
Gab and Jam317. 4 Ways Being An Introvert Can Be An Advantage (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast317. 4 Ways being an introvert can be an advantage (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
Artists are often introverts, who prefer to express their personalities through creating music, than to “work the room” at a conference. However, the thoughtfulness and empathy can help folks who want to build a brand win in the long run. This post was inspired by https://paularamm.com/introvert-direct-sales/
#introverts #advantage #musician #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What other fantastic introvert qualities did we leave out that might help D.I.Y. Rock Stars succeed? We’d love to hear what you have to say! Leave...2023-12-1722 min
Gab and Jam316. Top 11 Tips For Creating A Music Website (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast316 Top 11 Tips for Creating a Music Website (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
Creating a music-based can be overwhelming—especially if you’re new to it—so here are some tips to help make some of the early decisions easier. #musicwebsite #bandzoogle #websitetips #musician #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What did we leave out? We’d love to hear what we should add to our list! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/316musicwebsiteblog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT lives...2023-12-1116 min
Gab and Jam315 Gift Ideas For The D.I.Y. Rock Star Podcast315 Gift ideas for the D.I.Y. Rock Star ⭐️ Video Description
Here are nearly 50 gift ideas for the D.I.Y. Rock Star in your life, ranging from stocking stuffers to “break the bank” style.
#giftguide #gifts #musiciangifts #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What did we leave out? We’d love to hear who we should add to our list! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/315gifts2023blog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestream is scheduled for Friday, December 8, where we will de...2023-12-0316 min
Gab and Jam314. Underappreciated Bands You STILL Might Not Know Podcast314. Underappreciated bands you STILL might not know Video Description
We’re all tripping back in time to appreciate music of past decades, but do you know THESE cultural gems?
#bestbands #deepdive #wonderful80s #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Who did we leave out? We’d love to hear who we should add to our list! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/314missedbandsblog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestream is scheduled for Friday, December 1, where we will debut for Bourgeoisie Paper Jam’...2023-11-2726 min
Gab and Jam313. 7 Tips For Creating Social Media Content On A Budget (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast313. 7 tips for Creating social media content on a budget (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
This post offers a few tips that might be helpful in terms of making social media content on a budget.
#budget #socialmedia #musician #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What tips did they leave out? How do YOU, fellow D.I.Y. Rock Star, stretch your content creation dollars? We’d love to hear about it! Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/313smbudgetblog
So, will we do it again? HE...2023-11-1915 min
Gab and Jam312. How To Have A Healthy Relationship With Social Media (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast312. How to have a healthy relationship with social media (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
—Yes, be on ALL the platforms (see THIS post to get a better perspective on that)—so that your potential people can find and consume you—but DON'T spend all your time there.
#socialmedia #healthyboundariess #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? How do YOU maintain a healthy relationship with social media while still trying to achieving D.I.Y. Rock Star goals? We’d love to hear your advice. Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussi...2023-11-1218 min
Gab and Jam311. Are You Respecting The Seasons When It Comes To Building Your Creative Empire? Podcast311. Are you respecting the seasons when it comes to building your creative empire Video Description
Knowing when to take on a new challenge and to leave behind some of the things that you USED to do is difficult, but a necessary shift for a D.I.Y. Rock Star.
#seasons #shift #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? What have YOU been inspired to try to help achieve your creative empire-building goals? We’d love to hear about it. Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/311se...2023-11-0608 min
Gab and Jam310. What’s On Our Bookshelf 2.0 Podcast310. What’s on our bookshelf 2.0 Video Description
As part of that holistic D.I.Y. Rock Star lifestyle, we like to share what we’re reading, since it’s possible that some of what we’re reading might be interesting to you.
#books #inspiration @questlove #questlove #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? What books have YOU read that have inspired you? We’d love to hear about them. Leave them in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/310books2blog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEX...2023-10-2928 min
Gab and Jam309. 8 Key People A D.I.Y. Rock Star Needs In Their Network Podcast309. 8 Key People a D.I.Y. Rock Star Needs in Their Network Video Description
Relationships are key to a successful music career. As D.I.Y. Rock Star, a diverse network of supporters will help you redefine your musical journey, so be sure to look for folks who can help you in these key roles.
#friends #network @cdbaby #cdbaby #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? What person helps make YOUR creative journey come to life? We’d love to hear about them. Leave them in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog po...2023-10-2220 min
Gab and Jam308. Who Wants To Be A "One Hit Wonder"? Podcast308. Who wants to be a "One Hit Wonder"? Video Description
We’re celebrating One Hit Wonder Day and all of this prompted us to ask you, fellow D.I.Y. Rock Stars, who WANTS to be a One Hit Wonder?
#onehitwonder #oneanddone #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? What One Hit Wonders do you remember from the soundtrack of YOUR life? We’d love to hear about them. Leave them in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/308onehitblog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our...2023-10-0817 min
Gab and Jam307. How To Show Up More Confidently On Stage Podcast307. How to show up more confidently on stage Video Description
Stage fright is a really big thing for A LOT of people. We’re trying to help potential D.I.Y. Rock Stars, but there are some things that you can do to counteract that. Here are 8 tips to help you overcome nervousness on stage.
#stagefright #tips #speakinglive #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? How do YOU show up more confidently on-stage? We’d love to know. Leave them in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/307betteronstageblog
So, will...2023-10-0119 min
Gab and Jam306. Celebrating 50k Subscribers How Did We Get Here And What Does It Mean Going Forward Podcast306. Celebrating 50k subscribers How did we get here and what does it mean going forward Video Description
We’ve never confessed this way before….
You MIGHT know that we just hit 50k subscribers on YouTube and we’re thrilled! But we feel like it’s confessional time, because we know that we’ve never FULLY expressed our back story, how much this means to us, and how we process this for our future plans.
#youtube #subscribers #milestone #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? What drew you to our own little corner of the universe? We’d love to know. Leave them in the...2023-09-2421 min
Gab and Jam305. When Your Songs Are Used For Politics Whether You Intend Them To Or Not Podcast305. When your songs are used for politics whether you intend them to or not Video Description
There are times when our songs may be used in a way that we had not originally intended them to. What do you do when folks who you don’t agree with use your songs to advance their own political purposes?
#politics #music #campaignmusic #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? When have you noticed songs being used to advance a political agenda? Leave them in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/305politicsblog
So...2023-09-1720 min
Gab and Jam304. All The “best” Artists Are Canadian Podcast304. All the “best” bands are Canadian?! Video Description
We LOVE music and often we don’t pay attention to where the music is from and just dig the vibe. However, over the years, it has been quite the shock to realize that some of the most talked about bands in the U.S. are actually Canadian. Enhanced by:
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/best-canadian-musicians-1234779020/
#canadianbands #bestbands #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Who did we miss? Who is Canadian, but has a strong influence on the mainland USA? Leave them in the comments below.
Needless to say, this list is stupid long, so check...2023-09-1016 min
Gab and Jam303. Our View Of The Romantic 80s Podcast303. Our view of the romantic 80s Video Description
This newer generation seems to be so enamored of everything 80s now. This episode is intended to help add some cultural and historical perspective from folks who actually lived through it.
Post enhanced by https://www.discoverwalks.com/blog/history/10-most-famous-historical-world-events-of-the-1980s/
#80s #retro #experience #history #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? What time period was pivotal to you as a D.I.Y. Rock Star? Or what do YOU think is not to be missed from the 80s? We’d love to hear about them. Leave them in the comments below.
Ch...2023-08-2823 min
Gab and Jam302. Time Management For The D.I.Y. Rock Star Podcast302. Time Management for the D.I.Y. Rock Star Video Description
As a D.I.Y. Rock Star, making music should be the core of what you do. However, it’s that “do-it-yourself” part that sometimes gets in the way. Here are some tips to help you get BACK to what’s important. This topic was inspired by DIY Musician podcast, ep 342: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diy-musician-podcast/id253809240?i=1000619596312
#timemanagement #prioritize #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? What time management tips do you use as a D.I.Y. Rock Star? We’d love to hear about them. Leave them...2023-08-2019 min
Gab and Jam301. Songs That Don’t Age Well301. Songs that don’t age well 😬 Video Description
Here are a list of favorite songs that for WHATEVER reason have NOT aged well. What do you think? Enhanced by the article,
https://www.insider.com/songs-that-havent-aged-well-problematic-lyrics#summer-nights-from-the-1978-movie-grease-contains-a-line-that-is-also-uncomfortable-today-3
#cringe #classicsongs #diyrockstar #gabandjam #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? What song did you realize is cringey, but used to be popular? We’d love to hear about it. Leave it in the comments below.
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/301agewellblog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestre...2023-08-1327 min
Gab and Jam300. Twitter Alternatives For The D.I.Y. Rock Star Podcast300. Twitter Alternatives for the D.I.Y. Rock Star Video Description
There are ALL kinds of reasons why a band might switch from Twitter as a preferred place to share their music. Here are 7+ other Twitter-like alternatives. This post was inspired by DIY Musician, ep 343: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diy-musician-podcast/id253809240?i=1000621791147
#twitter #twitteralternatives #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? What social media platform are you on as an alternative to Twitter as a D.I.Y. Rock Star?
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/300alttwitblog
So, will...2023-08-0615 min
Gab and Jam299. 5 Key Skills Of The D.I.Y. Rock Star Podcast299. 5 key skills of the D.I.Y. Rock Star Video Description
These are some of the skills we’ve been working on around here lately, because we have spent decades working on the music, but weren’t sure how to get it TO people without these key skills. This episode is inspired by Creative Juice podcast, ep 278: https://play.stitcher.com/episode/305181953
#keyskills #advance #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
What about you? What skill do YOU think is MOST important for the success of a D.I.Y. Rock Star?
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post...2023-07-3117 min
Gab and Jam298. 3 Ways To Craft A Successful Song Podcast298. 3 Ways to craft a successful song Video Description
This wisdom comes from the music documentary, “Nashville Songwriters: It All begins with a Song” and piggybacks on Musical Documentaries #3 episode (https://bit.ly/297musicdocs3blog ). These ideas resonated with how to craft a “successful” song.
#songwriting #successfulsongs #diymusician #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/298craftsongblog
What do you think is important in crafting a “successful” song? We’d like to know. Leave it in the comments below.
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestream is s...2023-07-2317 min
Gab and Jam297. Musical Documentaries 3 Podcast297. Musical Documentaries 3 Video Description
It is inspiring to see what journey other creative people have been on. That’s why we love watching music-related documentaries. Here is the third in our series of musical documentaries.
#musicdocs #documentaries #diymusician #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/297musicdocs3blog
Have you seen any of these films? Let us know what music-related documentaries YOU like. Leave it in the comments below.
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestream is scheduled for Friday, July 28, where we will deb...2023-07-1616 min
Gab and Jam296. The Power Of Time Limits In Creativity Podcast296. The Power of Time Limits in Creativity Video Description
We LOVE challenges around here, so it’s no wonder that the idea of limiting the amount of time we have for a creative project caught our eye.
#timelimits #creativechallenge #diymusician #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/296timelimitsblog
I will never buy an MPC plugin!
https://bit.ly/nompcpluginsvid
This is an unsponsored post.
Let us know about a time when YOU have had limited time and have created work that was BETTER than you could have ever im...2023-07-0912 min
Gab and Jam295. 63 Creative Ways To Reach Fans Without Social Media Podcast295. 63 creative ways to reach fans without social media Video Description
Social media is both a blessing and a curse. So, we want to give you the opportunity to take a SLIGHT break from the regular social media hamster wheel by giving you some other alternatives that either you may have overlooked, never thought about, or needed the courage to pursue. That’s what this episode is about.
#nosocialmedia #reachfans #diymusician #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/295reachfansblog
Let us know what ideas YOU like and/or you pl...2023-07-0312 min
Gab and Jam294. Which Is Better; Releasing Singles Or An Album? Podcast294. Which is better; releasing singles or an album? Video Description
Yep, here’s one of those questions that keeps circulating for modern musical artists. Which is better; releasing singles—aka “The Waterfall Method”—or releasing an album?
This was spurred on Art Juice podcast, “How to sell your art” (episode 205): https://play.stitcher.com/episode/302451497
#waterfallrelease #indiemusic #musicrelease #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/294waterfallblog
So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestream is scheduled for Friday, June 30, where we will debut for Bourgeoisie Pape...2023-06-2514 min
Gab and Jam293. How Has Songwriting Changed Over Time Podcast293. How has songwriting changed over time Video Description
Here’s one of those questions that keeps circulating in the ether. For the industry and for the independent artist, how have the tactics and outcomes of songwriting changed?
#songwriting #indieartist #industrychange #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the episode for the full discussion or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/293songwritingchangeblog
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So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestream is scheduled for Friday, June 30, where we will debut for Bourgeoisie Paper Jam’s next single “One Love.” We will also premiere the music video live and on-air—unless you...2023-06-1119 min
Gab and Jam292. 6 Pieces Of Timeless Advice For Indie Artists Who Want To Make A Life In Music Podcast292. 6 pieces of timeless advice for indie artists who want to make a life in music Video Description
This post loosely accompanies Gab & Jam, 292. 6 pieces of timeless advice for indie artists who want to make a life in music (video: https://bit.ly/292indieadvicevid and podcast: )
Here’s some timeless advice for independent artists.
Inspired by CD Baby D.I.Y. Musician podcast, episode 337 ,6 tips for musicians who want to make a life in music, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diy-musician-podcast/id253809240?i=1000614342665
#musicadvice #indieartist #timeless #cdbabypodcast #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
We will be sure to share the remaining bits of ad...2023-06-0516 min
Gab and Jam291. What Makes A Group Of Songs An Album? Podcast291. What makes a group of songs an album? Does it even matter? Video Description
This is a question that fascinated us. What makes a group of songs an album? And does it even matter? This episode is inspired by Art Juice podcast 🧃episode, “Is it a Series? A Collection? Or just One Painting at a Time? [202]” https://play.stitcher.com/episode/301505018
#whatmakesanalbum #album #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the full discussion and here’s the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/291whatmakesanalbumblog
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So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestream is scheduled for Friday, June 30, where we will debut...2023-05-2817 min
Gab and Jam290. Haters Are Your Elevators Case Study Podcast290. Haters are your elevators: Case Study Video Description
This is our way of processing something that happened to us this week. What happens when someone you think is a friend tries to diminish what you’re doing? This is a case study of how we handled—and how YOU can handle—this type of negative energy.
#haters #lurkers #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the full discussion and here’s the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/290haterscaseblogpost
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So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestream is scheduled for Friday, June 30, where we will debut for Bourgeoisie Paper...2023-05-2115 min
Gab and Jam289. Link In Bio Alternatives For The D.I.Y. Rock Star Podcast289. Link in Bio Alternatives for the D.I.Y. Rock Star Video Description
They only give you ONE opportunity to share a link on Instagram. Here are some Link in Bio alternatives.
Inspired by Modern Millie’s video: https://youtu.be/RfzEO21LYT4 and https://castos.com/linktree-alternatives/
#linkinbio #instagramhack #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
In the episode we answer the questions, “What’s a link in bio?” and 4 compelling reasons to utilize this promotional opportunity.
We also give you a list of apps and options to help you take advantage of it in the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/289linkinbioaltsblog
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So, will we...2023-05-1409 min
Gab and Jam288. You Must Have THICK Skin To Be A D.I.Y. Rock Star Podcast288. You must have THICK skin to be a D.I.Y. Rock Star Video Description
Everyone in the music business wants to be “famous,” but do you know what it takes to get there and stay there without losing yourself? That’s a topic that has been on our minds lately.
#thickskin #mentaltoughness #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
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Our NEXT livestream is scheduled for Friday, May 12, where we will debut for Bourgeoisie Paper Jam’s next single “Every Heartbeat.” We will also premiere the music video live and on-air—unless you are a member of our Patreon community. (If you’re in our Patreon, you wil...2023-05-0816 min
Gab and Jam287. What Did We Learn From Our First D.I.Y. Livestream? Podcast287. What did we learn from our first D.I.Y. Livestream? Video Description
Here’s what we learned and what made live-streaming scarier than it needed to be, quite frankly. And here’s how we might make it better next time.
#livestream #firstever #recordrelease #obtaniumflow #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #bourgeoisiepaperjam
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So, will we do it again? HELL, YEAH! 🙌🏾 In fact, our NEXT livestream is scheduled for Friday, May 12, where we will debut for Bourgeoisie Paper Jam’s next single “Every Heartbeat.” We will also premiere the music video live and on-air—unless you are a member of our Patreon community. (If you’re in our Patreon, you w...2023-04-3015 min
Gab and Jam286. How We Got On 13 Playlists In One Week (Thoughts On Groover) Podcast286. How we got on 13 Playlists in One Week (Thoughts on Groover)
Video Description
We heard about this website where we could connect with bloggers, playlist curators, and online radio stations, but was responsive.
#playlists #groover #newrelease #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
See the episode for the full discussion.
Here’s the blog post that accompanies this episode: https://bit.ly/286playlistsblog
This is a non-sponsored post and this is NOT meant to be a full review of this website. We just wanted to share a little of our experience with it. All I can say is that it’s been one week and...2023-04-2310 min
Gab and Jam285. Favorite Creative Content 1 Podcast285. Favorite Creative Content #1
Video Description
As creators ourselves, we get heaps of inspiration from hearing and seeing content of others who are in the creative process or who are mulling over ideas that we enjoy discussing. So, this is a round-up of sorts of YouTube creators, podcasts, and radio shows of our current creative content. We KNOW that this list COULD end up being exhaustive, so that’s why this is volume one.
#favoritecreators #whattowatch #inspiration #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
See the episode for the full discussion.
Here’s the blog post that accompanies this episode: https://bit.ly/285favcreativeblog
What abou...2023-04-1609 min
Gab and Jam284. Why Use A Shortened URL (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star)? Podcast284. Why use a shortened URL (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star)? Video Description
Inspired by https://www.cyberprmusic.com/musicians-guide-to-using-bitly/ and by https://blog.hootsuite.com/what-are-url-shorteners/
As a D.I.Y. Rock Star, you will LIKELY find it necessary to share links to your music and your merch. Wouldn’t it be great if you could tell how many folks are clicking on the links from Instagram or from Twitter or from wherever? And wouldn’t it be great to also name each link, so that it’s easy to tell which link is for which song? Well, that’s...2023-04-1009 min
Gab and Jam283. 3 Course, Workshop Or Conference Hacks Podcast283. 3 Course, Workshop or Conference Hacks Video Description
We always look to get something out of every course/workshop/seminar we invest in—even if the content/speaker/information ISN’T the greatest. Here are 3 ways to do just that.
Inspired by What Other Results I've Gotten from Investments Outside of the Ones Promised or Advertised Systems Saved Me® https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/systems-saved-me/id1132277855?i=1000601325164
#coursehacks #returnoninvestment #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
See the episode for the full discussion.
Here’s the blog post that accompanies this episode:
https://bit.ly/283coursehacksblog
What about you? How have YOU figured out how to...2023-04-0210 min
Gab and Jam282. Takeaways From South By Southwest 2023 Podcast282. Takeaways from 2023 SXSW episode Video Description
Hey, Prejippie Nation! We just came back from attending the South By Southwest 2023 conference, so we thought we would check-in with you all and share a little of what we experienced.
#southbysouthwest2023 #sxsw #sxsw2023 #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
See the episode for the full discussion.
Here’s the blog post that accompanies this episode:
https://bit.ly/282atsxsw2023blog
We're so excited to be quoted in @Variety_Cynthia "Voices of SXSW: How ‘Adult Spring Break’ Helps Keep Austin Weird" 🥳
#sxsw #sxsw2023 #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
https://bit.ly/featuresxsw2023
What about you? What business-related travel adventure are YOU a...2023-03-2711 min
Gab and Jam281. Preview For SXSW 2023 Podcast281. Preview for SXSW 2023 Video Description
It’s hard to contain our excitement with our upcoming trip to South By Southwest. By the time you see this episode, it’s likely we will be knee-deep in attending the festival, but we wanted to share a few things that we are most looking forward to during this trip.
#southbysouthwest2023 #sxsw #sxsw2023 #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
See the episode for the full discussion.
Here’s the blog post that accompanies this episode:
https://bit.ly/281sxsw2023preblog
What about you? What business-related travel adventure are YOU most looking forward to?
Did you know that along...2023-03-1108 min
Gab and Jam280. Steal Like An Artist Principles Podcast280. Steal like an artist principles Video Description
As you know, we’re ALWAYS looking for inspiration around here. So I stumbled upon this YouTube video that listed quite a few Steal Like an Artist principles this morning: https://youtu.be/wX-UEBAC7KY
#steallikeanartist #midweekinspiration #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
See the episode for the full discussion.
Here’s the blog post that accompanies this episode:
https://bit.ly/280steallikeanartistblog
What about you? Which idea resonates with YOU?
Did you know that along with putting together our next album, we are working on our first book? Here’s the link, if you want to pre...2023-03-0513 min
Gab and Jam279. Making Decisions Faster (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast279. Making decisions faster (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
There are times—and reasons—to make decisions quickly for the D.I.Y. Rock Star. If you struggle in indecision sometime, this might give you the motivation to decide quicky.
Inspired by the Accidental Creative Podcast “Closing Doors” episode: https://player.fm/series/the-accidental-creative-creativity-innovation-and-doing-brilliant-work/closing-doors
#decisionmaking #fasterdecisions #howto #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
We discuss 3 Reasons to make decisions quickly.
See the episode for the full discussion.
Here’s the blog post that accompanies this episode:
https://bit.ly/278decisionsblog
What about you? Do YOU make decisions quickly?
Did you know t...2023-02-2609 min
Gab and Jam278. Why Do I Need To Market (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star)? Podcast278. Why do I need to market (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star)? Video Description
If you want to share your art with more than your friends and family, you have to do this. Here’s why you need to market (as a D.I.Y. Rock Star).
#whymarket #musicianlife #marketbetter #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Inspired by Art Juice Podcast’s Marketing Your Art without Marketing [193] https://listen.stitcher.com/yvap/?c=sharelink&af_dp=stitcher://episode/211373440&af_web_dp=https://www.stitcher.com/episode/211373440&deep_link_value=stitcher://episode/211373440
It SHOULDN’T feel cringey. Look at it as “look at what I m...2023-02-2015 min
Gab and Jam277 81 Types Of Social Media Posts Podcast277 81 Types of social media posts Video Description
As a D.I.Y. Rock Star, we often need to feed the social media beast, which means you will need to have a variety of types of posts, if you plan to be successful at it. This episode was inspired by the Social Media Today website: https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/81-different-types-of-social-media-post-to-amaze-your-followers-infographi/624428/
We’re going to share a few ideas about WHAT to share to help a fellow D.I.Y. Rock Star out. If you want to see them all, check out the accompanying blog post.
#socialmedia #musiccontent #posts #diyrockstar #prejippie #bl...2023-02-1313 min
Gab and Jam276. Learn Yourself (to Move Forward As A D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast276. Learn yourself (to move forward as a D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
Getting past hindrances like imposter syndrome, perfectionism, comparing yourself to others’ success may take some resiliency. That’s where this topic helps.
#knowthyself #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the episode for the full discussion and/or the accompanying blog post: https://bit.ly/276knowyourselfblog
Did you know that along with putting together our next album, we are working on our first book? Here’s the link, if you want to pre-order: https://bit.ly/prejippiebklanding
What do YOU think? We’d love to hear your thoughts on this...2023-02-0523 min
Gab and Jam275. 3 Easy Ways To Share Behind The Scenes Content (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast275. 3 Easy ways to share behind the scenes content (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star)
Video Description
This topic was inspired by a Craft Podcast (Elise Gets Crafty: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elise-gets-crafty/id818930816?i=1000513704505 ) But since this is a topic that we’re currently in the process of working through, we thought ALL content creators, frankly, could benefit from this info. After all, who DOESN’T want to know an EASIER way to share behind the scenes content?!
#behindthescenes #shareeasily #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
See the episode for the full discussion.
Here’s the blog post that accompanies this e...2023-01-2911 min
Gab and Jam274. Music - Related Documentaries 2 Podcast274. Music-Related Documentaries #2
Video Description
We can’t believe it’s been nearly 3 years since our last installment of music-related documentaries. –Check out the first one, if you’re intrigued: https://bit.ly/127musicdocsvid
We’re back with just a few additional inspiring ones for you all to check out.
#documentaries #music #whattowatch #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
See the episode for the full discussion.
Here’s the blog post that accompanies this episode: https://bit.ly/274musicdocsblog2
and here’s the one from last one:
https://bit.ly/Ep127musicdocsblog
Music-based Documentaries:
1. “Sheryl” —Sheryl Crow (2022)
2. “Nothing Compares” –Sinead O’Connor (2022)
3. “Bitchin’: The Sound and Fury of Rick James” –R...2023-01-2227 min
Gab and Jam273. Will AI Help Or Hurt The D.I.Y. Rock Star? Podcast273. Will AI help or hurt the D.I.Y. Rock Star? Video Description
The topic has been ALL around us during this past holiday season and we’ve seen some demonstrations about how it can write a movie, write a blog post, and, yes, write a song. How beneficial or detrimental is this to the D.I.Y. Rock Star?
#AI #vision #artificialintelligence #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
From all the of the posts we’ve been seeing—here’s a Castos post: https://castos.com/ai-text-generators/ and even Rick Beato’s interview with Billy Corgan: “The Smashing Pumpkins: The Billy Corgan Interview”...2023-01-1622 min
Gab and Jam272. Goals For 2023 Podcast272. Goals for 2023 Video Description
We’ve done this every year since 2019 and, like last year, we’ve decided to keep it simple. Here are the few things we plan to focus on in 2023.
#goals2023 #vision #newyear #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
See the episode for the full discussion and the blog post for more on each goal at https://bit.ly/272goalsfor2023blog
Vox’s Goals:
1. Stay creative
2. Finish the book (pre-order: https://bit.ly/prejippiebklanding )
3. Nurture the new Patreon ( https://bit.ly/PMGPatreon )
4. Enjoy traveling (see Travel playlist: https://bit.ly/travelplaylistvids )
5. Continue to be mindful and take of myself (so that I...2023-01-0608 min
Gab and Jam271. Staying The Course (Math Plus Feelings) (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Day 12 PodcastMinimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
12. Staying the course; “math plus feelings” ep 271
This is just a peek in the window of our current minimalism journey.
Practice Gratitude
As corny as it sounds, when we stop to figure out WHY we’re buying MANY things, we’ll realize that we are trying to “fill a hole” in our lives. By stopping often and asking ourselves what we are grateful for right now, we become more content and less compulsive, which can save you a lot of money AND keep you from buying unnecessary shit. (We’ve talked abou...2022-12-2106 min
Gab and Jam269. Healthy Simplified Eating (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Day 10 PodcastMinimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
Healthy simplified eating ep 269
With food: Keeping things simple is not as hard as you might think in the beginning. Sometimes it just takes doing some advance decision making and once the ideas or principles are in place, it’s easy to just refer back to your new checklist for what to do and what NOT to do.
As you MAY know, I have lost 15 pounds in the last 4 months by deciding in advance on these 3 tactics:
1. No takeout
2. Limited wine at dinner
3. Don’t bring the snacks into the...2022-12-2007 min
Gab and Jam270. Healthy Home Products (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Day 11 PodcastMinimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
Healthy home products ep 270
Part of the minimalist aesthetic is simplifying the number of products that you buy and use.
While I NEVER could see myself as someone who would take the time and energy to make my own personal care and home products, there were two “recipes” that have worked REALLY well.
• Found out that the homemade deodorant—from baking soda mixed with coconut oil— REALLY works and feels better (because it’s all-natural —and it saves money too! 😬)
• Found out that vinegar and baking soda is an inexpensive and env...2022-12-1805 min
Gab and Jam268. Simplifying Homelife; Time Versus Money (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Day 9 PodcastMinimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
Simplifying Homelife Time Versus Money ep 268
We know that it seems EASY to conflate spending LESS with minimalism, but there are times when I have to decide WHICH—time or money—is going to help me simplify my life.
Therefore, I am CONSTANTLY doing the trade off to time versus money.
Here’s to a kickoff to healthy habits for 2023!
You MIGHT like:
• 2019 Tips for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogvember2019playlist
• 2021 Health & Wellness for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogmas2021playlist
...2022-12-1704 min
Gab and Jam267. Detox Your Inbox (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Day 8 PodcastMinimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
Digital Declutter ep 267
Here’s a “detox your inbox” list. These are 4 easy ways of getting rid of digital clutter:
1. unsubscribe to unwanted emails
2. put spam in the proper folders EVERYTIME you see it
3. be thoughtful enough on the front end to put downloaded files and screenshots into the proper folders
4. rename screenshots right away (so that you don’t lose track of them and so that you can put them in their proper files)
5. Cancel unnecessary subscriptions
Check out File Management for the D.I.Y. Rock Star for more...2022-12-1606 min
Gab and Jam266. Financial Minimalism; Spend Less (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Day 6 PodcastMinimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
Financial; Spend less ep 266
Feel more:
• Power
• Clarity
• Freedom
Here’s to a kickoff to healthy habits for 2023!
You MIGHT like:
• 2019 Tips for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogvember2019playlist
• 2021 Health & Wellness for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogmas2021playlist
Did you know that along with putting together our next album, we are working on our first book? Here’s the link, if you want to pre-order: https://bit.ly/prejippiebklanding
#minimalism #tips #mathplusfeelings #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Here’s what we’re into now:
• Tom...2022-12-1505 min
Gab and Jam265. Easy Ways To Declutter Your Space (for D.I.Y. Rock Stars) Day 5Minimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
Declutter ep 265
Ideas for:
• Your home
• Your studio
• Your workspace
Here’s to a kickoff to healthy habits for 2023!
You MIGHT like:
• 2019 Tips for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogvember2019playlist
• 2021 Health & Wellness for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogmas2021playlist
Did you know that along with putting together our next album, we are working on our first book? Here’s the link, if you want to pre-order: https://bit.ly/prejippiebklanding
#minimalism #tips #mathplusfeelings #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Here’s what we’re into now:
...2022-12-1507 min
Gab and Jam263. Why Our Entry Into Minimalism Is Unique As D.I.Y. Rock Stars Day 3 Podcast Podmas 2022Minimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
Why our entry into minimalism is unique as D.I.Y. Rock Stars ep 263
What is DIFFERENT than typical folks.....
Here’s to a kickoff to healthy habits for 2023!
You MIGHT like:
• 2019 Tips for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogvember2019playlist
• 2021 Health & Wellness for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogmas2021playlist
Did you know that along with putting together our next album, we are working on our first book? Here’s the link, if you want to pre-order: https://bit.ly/prejippi...2022-12-1207 min
Gab and Jam264. How To Fit Implementing Minimalism Into Your Schedule (as A D.I.Y. Rock Star)? Day 4 PodcastMinimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
Scheduling ep 264
While minimalism is a way of life, it takes some time and planning in order to put in the effort. –If you are like me, I found the idea of decluttering the entire house—with 20 years of dysfunction—to be daunting. So, here are some tips to help you ease into it:
• Don’t have to do it all at the same time (which is daunting)
• Can start anywhere you like.
• One of the first videos I watched showed a woman saying it took her a year to declutter h...2022-12-1106 min
Gab and Jam262. Reasons WE Chose To Try Minimalism (as D.I.Y. Rock Stars) Podcast Day 2 Podmas 2022Minimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
Day 2. Reasons why minimalism is a good fit now ep 262
a. Reasons I am opting for minimalism, in general:
i. Less stress Enjoy life MORE (by being intentional)
ii. Get the most value out of things
b. Reasons why, specifically:
1. In need of a whole declutter (it’s been 20 years AND transitioning to empty nest)
2. Would love to keep things tidy (so that the house is always company ready)
3. Would like to be able to clean easier (less things means less things to move to clean)
4. Mental space (seeing cl...2022-12-1103 min
Gab and Jam261. Try A Little Minimalism As A D.I.Y. Rock Star Podcast Day 1 Podmas 2022Minimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star
Podmas 2022 Video Descriptions
1. Welcome ep 261
Well, you could say that we LIKE a challenge. –That’s a nod to our “6 Reasons for Doing a Song Challenge” ep 259 (add link). –But really, PART of the reason we’ve done Podmas for the last few years is that we like to give you all a BIG dose of some encouragement, tips, insight, etc. before the start of a new year; since we know that MOST of us have new goals for a new year. THESE episodes are intended to help you get ready to try some new...2022-12-1103 min
Gab and Jam260 Podmas Is Coming Podcast260 Podmas is coming Video Description
Hey, fellow D.I.Y. Rock Stars!
We are dropping Podmas 2022, starting December 12 and going through December 25, 2022.
This year’s topic is Minimalism and the D.I.Y. Rock Star and will handle issues like:
1. Unique to D.I.Y. Rock Star
2. Declutter
3. Financial; Spend less and Save more
4. Digital declutter
5. Healthy eating and personal care
6. Staying the course; “math plus feelings”
As you KNOW, we’re not here to spout rules at you. –We KNOW that you hate “rules” as much as we do! --Instead, we want to give you some ideas to help you live YOUR...2022-12-0301 min
Gab and Jam259 6 Benefits Of Doing A Song Challenge For The D.I.Y. Rock Star Podcast259 6 Benefits of doing a song challenge
Video Description
Setting up some type of songwriting challenge is great way to get excited about creating, sharing, and can amass material quickly. There are also some more benefits. Check out the episode to hear more.
#songchallenge #yearlygoals #growthhack #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the episode to hear the full discussion and check out our blog post: https://bit.ly/259songchallengeblog
We’d LOVE to know what you think! Talk to us in the comments below.
You might enjoy:
• 2021 Health & Wellness for the D.I.Y. Rock Star: https://bit.ly/blogmas2021playlist
• 2019 Tips for th...2022-11-2619 min
Gab and Jam258 Nature Or Nurture What Makes A Musical Genius Podcast258 Nature or Nurture What makes a Musical Genius Video Description
We have a feeling that folks have debated this since before Mozart’s time, but when we find exceptionally gifted music icons, it prompts us mere mortals to ask if they were born that way or were they created? Our intention is to get YOU talking to us by proposing the ideas and letting you share YOUR opinions on this debatable topic.
#musicalgenius #naturevsnurture #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Check out the episode to hear the full discussion and check out our blog post: https://bit.ly/258naturegeniusblog
We’d LOVE to know...2022-11-2010 min
Gab and Jam257 How To Be A Better Boss (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast257 How to be a better boss (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
#betterboss #bebetter #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
As D.I.Y. Rock Stars, sometimes we have to bring in others to help us realize our vision—like, if you’re a vocalist, but you hire out producer duties to someone else—you need to be able to manage your "employee”—for lack of a better word—so that you can get the BEST results from the situation. In other words, you may need to buy the skills that you do not have in order to make your project coal...2022-11-1629 min
Gab and Jam256. Is The Taxi Road Rally Worth It For The D I Y Rock Star Podcast256. Is the Taxi Road Rally Worth It? Video Description
Taxi Road Rally 2022: Is a membership really worth it?
#taximusicservice #musicconference #taxiroadrally2022 #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
We came away with 6 surprising discoveries from our recent trip to Los Angeles for this conference. Check out the episode to hear the full discussion and check out our blog post: https://bit.ly/256taxiworthitblog
Also, official session replays are said to become available at https://www.youtube.com/c/TaxiIndependentAR
Did you know that along with putting together our next album, we are working on our first book? Here’s the link, if you want to...2022-11-0808 min
Gab and Jam255 If You Aren’t In It For The Long Run, Don’t Even Start (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) Podcast255 If you aren’t in it for the long run, don’t even start (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star) Video Description
This episode has been brewing in us for a while, but listening to a recent episode of one of my favorite podcasts, Every Day is Saturday, re-iterated what we ALREADY believe.
#longhaul #goviral #overnightsensation #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
Listen to the episode to hear the 3 things to try before you decide if being a D.I.Y. Rock Star is for you.
Did you know that along with putting together our next album, we are working on our firs...2022-10-3016 min
Gab and Jam234. Should You Buy Ads For Your Music? Podcast234. Should you buy ads for your music? Video Description
We KNOW that this is a contentious topic, but give us a minute to explain why we are emphatic about it. #ads #music #fanfinder #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
While this idea was piqued my interest from the Creative Juice podcast episode, episode 221 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-juice/id1216865479?i=1000564761305 ), but it really builds on what we’ve heard from some of our favorite fellow creators, like Brian Hazard (https://passivepromotion.com/pay-what-you-want/?__s=usmsorotd9pf91v2vk25 ), Tom Ray (https://anchor.fm/tomraysartpodcast/episodes/Bruce-and-Vox-Henderson-Prejippie-Music-eq6t5g/a-a8112bj#_=_ ), and AL...2022-06-0522 min
Gab and Jam215. Learn How To Be The HERO Of Your Own Story Podcast215. Learn how to be the Hero of your own story video description
“You are the hero/villain of your own story.” —Blooming Prejippie (2022 Motto)
This one our favorite ideas around here, so when I turned into this Creative Pep Talk episode
(ep. 346 3 Steps for How to Start 2022 Back in Your Creative Sweet Spot we KNEW it was going to be speaking our language. So, we’re going to summarize what Andy J. Pizza talks about in his episode, while adding our additional insight.
#hero #goals #unwritten #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #creativepeptalk @creativepeptalk #andyjpizza
Check out the discussion to find out the 4 things y...2022-01-2312 min
Gab and JamGab & Jam Ep 156 Lessons Learned In 2020 PodcastEp 156 Lessons Learned in 2020 Video Description
This year is probably going to be THE most memorable for anyone who is alive right now. It’s had its share of struggles, that’s for sure. But, as always, we like to figure out how to get the good out of EVERYTHING, so we have flipped this idea around and are asking what lessons have we learned from 2020?
#lessons #adversity #2020 #diyrockstar #endofyear #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #reflection
Lessons learned in 2020:
1. The ability to do hard things to help open up new opportunities (being social is hard, but we are doing it)
2. The ability to rise...2021-01-0316 min
Gab and JamGab & Jam Ep 154 The Value Of Refreshing Your Vision Board (for The D.I.Y. Rock Star) PodcastEp 154 The Value of Refreshing Your Vision Board (for the D.I.Y. Rock Star)
We've refreshed our board three times now. (Check out more on vision boards: http://bit.ly/rockstarvision ) Why did we do it? Aren't our goals pretty much still the same? Here’s why you MIGHT want to take another look at your overall vision.
#vision #visionboard #goals #diyrockstar #planning #prejippie #bloomingprejippie
How often should you update it? It's up to you, but the two best times would seem to be about once a year (if your goals/circumstances haven't changed much) or when you know yo...2020-11-2914 min
Gab and JamGab & Jam Ep 153 Why Ugly Is So Pretty or The Power Of Grow On You Tunes PodcastEp 153 Why ugly is so pretty The power of grow on you tunes
As far as we know, this term was coined by our good buddy, Marx Talley. It refers to songs that you really can’t stand initially, but that eventually end up being among your favorites. We’ve talked about this pretty recently, actually. But why do these songs have this twisted power over us? And don’t you REALLY want to know, because you want to have that power over others?
(Ep 151 https://bit.ly/Ep151Awfulvid and to Prince G.O.T. http://bit.ly/princecountdown )
#musici...2020-11-2211 min
Gab and JamGab And Jam Ep 152 What’s The MOST Important Asset Of The D.I.Y. Rock Star PodcastEp 152 What’s the MOST important asset of the D.I.Y. Rock Star Mindset Video Description
I just heard an recent interview with Les Brown (on the Every Day is Saturday Podcast). He said that the MOST important quality that successful entrepreneurs possess is to be skillful at telling a story (or at communicating). We take issue with this and propose that MINDSET is THE most important quality that determines success. Here’s why.
3 Reasons Why Mindset is the Most Important Asset:
1. Mindset determines your stamina to create and to continue
2. Must have something to prove (to yourself and/or t...2020-11-1514 min
Gab and Jam184. The New Charm Of Old Tech On Gab & Jam184. The new charm of old tech
There seems to be a renewed fascination with the tech of yesterday. So, how do you find value in buying—and using—old tech?
#oldtech #vintage #musictech #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #diyrockstar
When we say “old tech,” these are the things we are referring to:
1. Vinyl (and CDs, cassettes) are back
2. SP1200, tape-based recording
In the episode, we share a few pros and cons relating to the use and charm of older technology.
#oldtech #vintage #musictech #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #diyrockstar
Who about you? What are your thoughts on the utility of old tech? We’d like to know!
Wha...2020-11-1021 min
Gab and JamGab & Jam Ep 151 I’d Rather Be Awful, Than Be Blah…. PodcastEp 151 I’d Rather be Awful, Than Be Blah…. Video Description
This topic is adjacent to a topic that it has taken us about 30 years to figure out, that the girl that’s ugly is more memorable than the girl that’s perfectly pretty. Hey, you’re just going to have to tune it to know what the hell we’re talking about with this one!
#awful #sugarfit #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #movements #whosays #musicianlifestyle #artisticfreedom #diyrockstar
5 Points to Consider for Being Memorable Rather than Perfect:
1. Movements are created from the awful
2. Awful is memorable; blah is not
3. As long as awful is a sincere...2020-11-0819 min
Gab and JamGab & Jam Ep 160 Today’s Music Sucks! 🤮 PodcastEp 160 Today’s music sucks! 🤮 Video Description
This is a sentiment that we have uttered quite a few times, but have we given this idea the 4 QUESTION TEST? If you’re saying this, then it will benefit you to check out our discussion.
What do you think? Does ALL music suck? We’d love to hear what you think. Leave us a comment.
#newmusicsucks #oldschool #bettermusic #howtofindgoodmusic #diyrockstar #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #gabandjam
We have decided, upon popular demand, to offer you, our listeners, a chance to get a fully loaded two-disc vinyl version of our new funk album, “Sugar Fit.” Click the link belo...2020-10-2516 min
Gab and JamGab & Jam Ep 165 How To Stop An Upgrade From Being A Downgrade? PodcastEp 165 How to stop an upgrade from being a downgrade? Video Description
This is DEFINITELY one of those D.I.Y. Rock Star problems. Have you ever seen ads, product reviews, and even testimonials for an app, a program, or a piece of equipment that promises to give you so much more than you have now, and then been disappointed when you ACTUALLY tried to use it? Yep, that’s what this episode is about.
8 Things to Consider (to keep your upgrade from being a downgrade):
1. Promises versus reality
2. Costs versus value
3. User-friendly?
4. Track record for reliability
5. Fall back?
6. Knowing wh...2020-09-1622 min
Gab and JamGab & Jam Ep 166 Viewer Question- When Should I Take Down A Song That I Realize Needs Work? PodcastEp 166 Viewer Question: When should I take down a song that I realize needs work? Video Description
This was our response to a songwriter in a Facebook group that asked if they should take a song down from SoundCloud. She said that it was her only finished work publicly available, but that she realized that it does not represent her well. She did not want this to be the ONLY creative product that prospective clients associate with her. So that’s why she wanted to take it down. I have an IMMEDIATE reaction to this question, but since I know th...2020-09-1311 min
Gab and JamGab & Jam Ep 136 Our Record Release Strategies PodcastEp 136 Our Record Release Strategies Video Description
As you probably already know, we are releasing a funk album (due out at the end of September). We thought we might share as much of the process as we can along the way, as this has truly been a learning experience for us. Listen to the full episode for more.
As always, we are going to bring you along for the ride, so stay tuned.
#recordrelease #diyrockstar #strategies #spotify #uplevel #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #prejippie #bloomingprejippie #coronavirus #quarantine #musicianlifestyle #onpurpose
What do you think? What strategies should we add to our list?
We would...2020-07-2707 min
Gab and JamGab & Jam Ep 135 What Is D.I.Y. And Why Is It Necessary? PodcastEp 135 What is D.I.Y. and Why is it Necessary? Video Description
What do you think? What do you think? What DIY thinking have you used to help grow your music empire? We would LOVE to hear about it! Please share in the comments below.
MUSIC:
“I Get Faded (No Voce),” courtesy of PMG Cool & Quirky Custom Music (available through Songtradr at http://bit.ly/2QGRatf )
More Ways to experience B L O O M I N G P R E J I P P I E :
• Blog: http://bit.ly/bloomingprejippie
• Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bloomingprejippie
• Twitter: http://www...2020-07-2108 min
Gab and JamGab & Jam Ep 124 How Do You Know When Music Is Good? PodcastGab & Jam Ep 124 How do you know when music is good? Video Description
This episode picks up on a topic that was discussed last week on the Volume show (on Sirius radio). They were asking if art should be “difficult” in order for it to be legitimate. —When we say “difficult”, we mean in multiple senses of the word: sonically difficult (maybe dissonance, etc.), ideologically difficult (as in deep, introspective, or political), reactionary (against the sound and ideas of the majority of popular artists), or complicated (in structure, like jazz). Check out the discussion. #music #good #artistic #bloomingprejippie #prejippie #gabandjam
To give a...2020-05-0413 min
Gab and JamGab And Jam Episode 8 Paris SurprisesIn this podcast, we unpack a few cultural surprises from our recent trip to Paris. We also give you all a chance to suggest and/or join in for a meet up.
To be completely honest, our list was originally pretty exhaustive and we could have talked for days, but for the purposes of being concise, we narrowed the list to roughly 15 things that either surprised by being unfamiliar or eerily familiar about Parisian culture.
Accompanying blog post:
Complimentary video: https://youtu.be/-nKFzyOU-Ko
Meet up link: http://www.bloomingprejippie.com/meetups
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