Lessons From a Career in Rock: What Musicians Need to Know | Shawn Duncan (L.A. Guns)

What does it really take to survive - and build a long career - in the music industry?In this episode of Backstage Money, host Jason K. Powers sits down with Shawn Duncan, drummer for L.A. Guns and founding member of Odin, to talk about the realities of life as a working musician.Shawn has spent decades performing, recording, and touring in rock music. From the legendary Sunset Strip scene to stages around the world, he shares lessons musicians often learn the hard way about professionalism, persistence, and navigating the business side of music.This conversation dives into the realities behind the stage lights and what it actually takes to build longevity in a tough industry.In this episode we discuss:Lessons from decades in the rock music worldThe realities of touring and performing professionallyWhat younger musicians often misunderstand about the industryWhy relationships and professionalism still matterThe mindset required to stay in the music business long-termIf you're an artist trying to build a sustainable career, this episode offers insight from someone who has lived it.Follow L.A. GunsOfficial Website: https://www.lagunsmusic.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/L.A.GunsOfficial/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laguns/Follow Shawn DuncanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnduncan007/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shawn.duncan2Follow Backstage MoneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/backstagemoneyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/backstagemoneyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@backstagemoneyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@backstagemoneyX (Twitter): https://x.com/jasonkpowersFree Resource for MusiciansDownload your free copy of A Musician’s Guide to Financial Stabilityhttps://1024wealth.com/music