144 Ashleigh Paige (Vocalist, Instrumentalist - Flat Susan / Twice On Sunday)

Ashleigh Paige is a powerhouse vocalist and seasoned performer with over a decade of experience captivating audiences in dueling piano bars, some of Kansas City’s premier wedding bands, and beyond. Known for her soulful voice and genre-bending style, Ashleigh brings unmatched energy and authenticity to every project, including her dynamic girl band, Flat Susan. Whether leading a crowd or creating intimate moments, her music leaves a lasting impression. In this engaging conversation, Ashley shares her journey through the music industry, from her early days as a hostess at a dueling piano bar to leading the dynamic girl band, Flat Susan. She discusses the challenges of balancing motherhood with a demanding music career, the importance of embracing technology like ChatGPT in her creative process, and the significance of being present in life while pursuing growth. Ashley emphasizes the subjective nature of greatness in creativity and the joy of collaborating with other talented women in her band. Connect with Ashley here: https://www.instagram.com/gonegirl.irl/ Check out her band Flat Susan here: https://flatsusan.com/ —---- 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 Introduction to Ashley Page 02:31 Embracing Technology in Music 08:35 The Creative Struggle of Artists 16:34 Ashley’s Journey into Live Performance 26:35 Transitioning to Wedding Bands 29:30 Embracing the Unexpected in Life and Music 31:54 The Birth of Flat Susan: A Musical Journey 36:41 Creating Original Music: The Process of Collaboration 42:26 The Magic of Musical Collaboration 47:25 Balancing Motherhood and a Music Career 56:45 Defining a Great Life and Creating Great Things 01:02:17 Closing Bumper .mp4 —- Keywords Ashley Page, music, live performance, Flat Susan, creativity, motherhood, technology in music, songwriting, dueling pianos, music industry