140 Andy Ross (Drummer, Guitarist, Visual Artists, Educator)

Andrew Ross is a longtime drummer, guitarist, and visual artist. He plays multiple genres of music from country to heavy metal, and teaches percussion as well. Currently, he plays with Cam Clark in support of his new album, “The Outer Reaches.” When he’s not playing or teaching, Andrew spends time with his wife and 4 kids.  Andrew shares his journey as a musician, visual artist, and content creator, balancing family life with his career, navigating the music industry, and embracing authenticity. He discusses the role of visual art in his work and the joy of connecting with audiences through social media, ultimately defining a great life by meaningful connections. Connect with Andy Here https://www.tiktok.com/@andy_ross_drums?lang=en _______ Welcome to the #liveandcreate podcast, hosted by Miguel Antonio, singer-songwriter, speaker and Lead Vocalist of the band Run With It . In this podcast, Miguel engages in meaningful conversations with artists and entrepreneurs, delving into the essence of living a great life and creating great things. Our discussions revolve around the personal stories and inspirations of our guests, touching on practical aspects of both business and artistic creation. These conversations evolve into philosophical explorations, encompassing the art of life, music, and the pursuit of a better world. to be a guest on the show email ⁠⁠[email protected] To check out Miguel's band Run With It ⁠https://runwithitband.net⁠ _______ Chapters 00:00 Exploring Bourbon County and the Kentucky Derby 02:45 Musical Upbringing and Family Influence 05:49 Balancing Music and Family Life 08:51 The Journey Back to Music 11:43 Navigating the Music Industry and Value of Gigs 19:42 The Reality of Gig Economy for Musicians 22:37 Valuing Talent and Navigating Venue Relationships 25:38 The Impact of Online Platforms on Music Careers 29:41 Creating Content and Building an Online Presence 37:37 The Global Reach of Music in the Digital Age 40:48 The Power of Authenticity in Content Creation 44:11 Balancing Passion and Professionalism 44:43 The Journey of a Visual Artist 49:35 Finding Joy in Life's Challenges 53:25 Defining a Great Life 56:13 Creating Great Art: The Importance of Authenticity 01:02:32 Closing Bumper .mp4 ____ Keywords Bourbon County, Kentucky Derby, music career, family life, social media, authenticity, visual art, musician journey, content creation, happiness