How bad do you want it?! Jesse Christophr (AMAG Collective / Cash Money Records) shares his journey into the business of Hip Hop music. From artist development to creative / production… Jesse has a 360 degree view of the passion and drive it...

Mark Alan Janese (Sony Music / Famous Hillbillies Music) has worked with some of the biggest names in the game including Luke Combs, Maren Morris, Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean, Wade Bowen, and Jack Ingram... just to name a few! Mark'...

Matt Watkins is a veteran member of the team at Aristo Media (Nashville TN). Matt brings a wealth of knowledge on the music industry in this episode of "On The Rise"! From International Touring Strategy, Music Video Promotion, and Sync Licensin...

Erik Herbst owns & operates @panhandlehouse studios in Denton TX and has helped countless artists and bands hone their sound in the studio! Erik has produced hit records with acts including Eli Young Band, Josh Abbott, and Sam Riggs… as wel...

Are you ready for the BIG SHOW?! @ejbernas has worked with the best in the business including the KING of country music (@georgestrait). If you want to know what it takes to take your career, music, and brand to the next level… this episode of ...

Geoff Turner is a veteran agent with Red 11 Nashville who knows a thing or two about how to get where you want to go. The amount of hard work and focus that Geoff continues to put into his clients and his love for music is inspiring! No matter ...

AJ Burton is currently the Vice President of Fluid Music Revolution / Spirit Music Nashville. What does it take to write songs for a living? How do I get signed? What does it take to be a successful music publisher? We discuss it all… "On The R...

YEE YEE! Tyler Smith | Manager of Country Artist Granger Smith & Co-Founder of Yee Yee Apparel. The Smith brothers have built an empire around Granger Smith & Yee Yee. Tune in to this episode of "On The Rise" to hear how they did it and...

Over 7 Million Streams, 7 Million YouTube Views, AND 300K Followers on Social Media in Two Years?!?! This week we sat down with rising country star Hayden Coffman (@haydencoffman) to discuss how he did it! Tune in for Hayden’s tips on TikTok, s...

This week we sit down with singer-songwriter Johnny Gates (@johnnysings).  Johnny is a perfect example of the persistence required to make it in the music business. Through all the ups and downs Johnny has finally found his home in the ind...

This week we sit down with Zak Kuhn (@zak_kuhn_official) of The Nashville Briefing (@nashvillebriefing) and Riser House Records (@riserhouse). Zak is quickly making a name for himself in the Nashville music industry. Tune in to learn more about...

This week we sit down with Roxy King of Universal Music Publishing (Nashville TN). As one of Nashville's quickest rising music publishers, Roxy is making big moves in music city. We can all learn something from the level of focus and drive that...

This week we sit down with David Macias of Thirty Tigers (Nashville TN). David Macias has built two of the most dynamic and innovative companies in the Country / Americana music world and is quickly expanding those companies into other genres. ...

This week we sit down  with Singer / Songwriter Jessie Ritter. Jessie shares how she won, nationwide talent search " Nash Next" and gain a record deal with Big Machine Label Group (home to heavy-hitters like Taylor Swift and Florida Georgi...

On this episode of "On The Rise"  we sit down with Harrison Sokoloff (King Pen Music). A&R Clients include acts like Brothers Osborn, Rascal Flatts, Trace Adkins along with an incredible roster of writers (Brothers Osborn, Pete Good, B...

Join us on this episode of "On The Rise" as we sit down with Emily Dryburgh. Emily is the Creative Director at Deluge Music (Nashville TN).  Deluge represents writers with cuts from the biggest names in music including, Lady A, Chase Rice,...

Join us on this episode of "On The Rise" as we sit down with founder of Drivers Seat Entertainment, Clay Neuman. This episode is a special lesson on perseverance for Artists and Music Business colleagues alike. From the Texas Music Scene & ...

Join us on this episode of "On The Rise" as we sit down with the President of CDX Nashville, Joe Kelly. CDX is currently responsible for the distribution of music to radio all across the nation for a client roster including  Dierks Bentley...

If there is anyone in Texas that has a proven track record for discovering new artists that are on the fast... its Chris and Steve Fox (founders of the Texas Music Pickers)! In this episode of "On The Rise" we sit down with Chris to discuss how...

Ever wonder what it takes to make a real CAREER in music possible?! Join us as we sit down with Hip Hop / Pop artist Baxley! Baxley has had a multi genre career spanning several decades and is just getting started. In this episode we dive into ...

Ever wonder how the industries top performers develop such a strong BRAND around their music?! Join us as we pick the brain of Trenton Johnson. Trenton runs 613 Media and works with some of the industries most impactful brands, labels, and arti...

Are you considering investing in Radio Promotion for your upcoming single? Or maybe your wondering... how do radio stations pick what songs to play in the first place?! This episode is for you! On this episode of "On The Rise" I si...

What does it take to break into the music industry as a young business professional?! Join Zack Hallcroft (CDA Entertainment) and I as we discuss getting our start in the business. Zack is part of the management team for acts like Aaron Watson ...

On this episode we sit down with Alex Torrez (Torrez Music Group). Alex shares how his background in publishing transitioned into working with major labels and starting Torrez Music Group. We really enjoyed getting to learn more about Alex and ...

On this episode we sit down with Scott Metko! Scott has cut his teeth in just about every sector of the music business. You'll hear Scott talk about getting his start as a touring drummer in Nashville, moving up the food chain as an artist mana...