How to Find a Music Mentor (Without Falling for the Hype)

A real mentor isn’t someone polishing your next single for the algorithm. They’re a guide who holds space for your whole journey—creative, human, and messy. In a world crowded with 'coaches' promising shortcuts, the difference lies in lived craft and...

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Oct 01, 2025
Between Tradition and Reinvention w/ Harini Iyer

What happens when social expectations collide with artistic vision? In this episode, vocalist, producer, and founder of Tamil Jazz Collective, Harini Iyer shares her journey of carving out a path beyond conventional definitions of success. With a div...

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Sep 23, 2025
The Multi-hyphenate artist: Problem or Solution?

In today's creative landscape, the multi-hyphenate identity—where artists juggle roles like musician-producer-coach—has become a badge of survival, but it often masks deeper struggles in an unforgiving economy. While diversification promises adaptabi...

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Sep 16, 2025
Artists vs Entrepreneurs

In an era where artists are subtly coerced into the roles of content creators and market disruptors, the core essence of artistry risks being overshadowed by entrepreneurial ambitions. Modern creative culture often blurs the lines between genuine sel...

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Sep 09, 2025
The Myth of the Music Career

While the myth of sudden discovery and rapid success still tempts many artists, the reality is a system surprisingly young. And yet, one that continues to dominate artists' perceptions of success. The fascinating history of music as sacred ritual o t...

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Sep 02, 2025
Redefining Rockstar w/ Graham Cochrane

(Rec. 5th March 2025)   Some revolutions begin in the mind of someone who never set out to be the loudest in the room. Graham Cochrane’s story is a reminder that the word “rockstar” doesn’t always mean what we were taught it does. When his bandmates...

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Aug 26, 2025
Artists and Money

In a society that often measures success by the weight of its wallets, the true essence of wealth remains elusive. Artistry, frequently labeled as an unprofitable pursuit, challenges this superficial narrative by revealing deeper emotional coordinate...

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Aug 19, 2025
Artist identity: Hero or Victim?

Understand the critical role that identity plays in an artist's journey and why it should be the foundation of your creative process. This episode explores the pitfalls of neglecting your true self in pursuit of external validation, illustrating how...

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Aug 12, 2025
What is Emotional Processing?

Read the Blog post: https://www.holisticmusicianacademy.com/blog/what-is-emotional-processing   Free Artist-Training: https://attractwell.com/holisticmuscianacademy/page/artist-mindmap   Courses: https://attractwell.com/holisticmuscianacademy/page/co...

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Aug 05, 2025