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Successfully Unsigned
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Professional music advice for unprofessionals! Successfully Unsigned is the go-to podcast for independent artists, bedroom producers, and DIY musicians looking to break into the music industry without the clutter. Hosted by three industry-savvy creatives — a music producer, a seasoned performer, and a former radio host — each episode delivers real-world strategies, honest insight, and practical tips for getting your music heard and your career off the ground. Whether you're releasing your first single, booking gigs, or figuring out what a PRO even is, we’ve got your back. Tune in bi-weekly for interviews with emerging artists, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, and conversations that demystify the business side of being an independent musician. No labels. No fluff. Just the truth — from one unsigned artist to another.
Episodes
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How to Sing with Confidence: Cole Thannisch (Vocholistic)
We sat down with Cole Thannisch, founder of Vocholistic, to explore the art of vocal coaching from a holistic perspective. From building confidence and staying hydrated to how movement shapes performance, Cole shares practical insights every singer can use. (00:00:00) Kicking things off + a sneak...
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Look the Part, Play the Part... And Adapt to AI’s Role - Interview with Billy Ray Wallace
This episode dives into the new realities shaping music careers today—like how AI can impact your sound and rights, and why protecting your sleep is essential for creativity and focus. Learn practical insights to stay ahead of the curve and safeguard your artistic future. Plus, get valuable...
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“What If Laziness Isn’t Real?” | Kory Shore Interview
What if the real reason you're stuck isn’t laziness—but disconnection from your “why”? In this week’s episode of Successfully Unsigned, we sit down with Nashville-based Pop-Producer Kory Shore for one of our most honest and inspiring interviews yet. 🎙 Kory opens up about building belief systems…
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From Coachella to Discord: Music Tips, Charli XCX Tea, & Special Interview with davvn!
In this season premiere, we’re diving deep into some of the biggest cultural moments and indie artist essentials: 👉 Coachella headlines, artist brand drama, and what Vanessa Hudgens’ viral moment reveals about fan perception and public image 👉 A quick breakdown on why Performing Rights...
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What Touring with Bands Taught Me – Patty G’s Wild DIY Road Trip!
To close out our 3rd season, join us in welcoming Patty G back from tour! He embarked on a DIY tour with DAVVN and lolitslea as they took on the west coast. This was his first time out on the road where he aided both bands running their merchandise sales. Find out with us what his experience was...
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Music Mystery: How Do You REALLY Know a Song Is Finished?!
With Patty G out on tour, David and Dale sit down outside for a chill night of conversation. Who are David and Dale? In this episode, get to know two of your favorite co-hosts on a more personal level with several questions geared to expose their perspectives on songwriting and the world!…
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Is Nashville a Tourist Trap? Teagan Stewart Breaks it Down
Nashville Country artist Teagan Stewart joins Successfully Unsigned to discuss how much Nashville has already changed in the few short years since she moved here to pursue music. In this interview, Stewart also shares with us the importance of practice and some differences between natural talent…
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First-Time Touring Tips You NEED to Know – Quinton Kufahl of Halocene Shares Secrets!
Quinton Kufahl of @thebandidol and drummer for @Halocene joins us today to deliver his best tips for touring! He gets to give us some special insights as well into what its like touring in the UK and Europe as both of his last two tours took him overseas. Along with these helpful tips he also...
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From NYC Law to Indie Artist in Nashville – Julia Adrian on Reinventing Herself & Taxi Light Theory
Enjoy this interview with Nashville indie artist, Julia Adrian, who delves into her perspective on songwriting and marketing for music. She takes us into her personal history of leaving the law field in New York City and becoming an artist in Nashville and how that has dramatically shifted her…
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Is Chappell Roan Handling Her Fans Well?
Recent big news in the Music Industry is the Chappell Roan vs Her Fandom interactions that have sparked debate. Have you read the events that have happened and her responses? No? Then let us give you a recap and let us know what YOUR opinion is down in the comments. (00:00:00) - EP Highlight...
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Uncovering the Magic of 'From Under the Overgrowth' - Interview with Neighborhood Folklore
Join DJ Patty G as he interviews Nashville area band Neighborhood Folklore as they discuss their musical experiences and the inspiration behind their debut album "From Under the Overgrowth". This laid back interview is a breath of fresh air of casual conversation between friends that also happens...
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The Secrets of Lyrical Song Structure – Writing Styles That Will Level Up Your Music
This week we dive into the world of lyric writing and styles.
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What Makes a Song Catchy? Pt 2 – Unlocking the Formula for Hit Tracks!
Join us in our long-time-in-coming part 2 of What Makes a Song Catchy. Though not a direct follow up of the first part (https://youtu.be/LLK8TgL8kHY) we felt that it was a topic that needed further discussion. What do YOU think makes a song catchy? (00:00:00) - Highlight (00:00:12) - Episode...
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Balancing Music, Content, and Life – Time Management Tips for Musicians to Boost Productivity!
Struggling to manage your time between writing songs, practicing your instrument, making content, engaging in your community, and living your personal life outside of music? So are we. But in this episode we discuss various tactics we or others around us use to help bring balance to their lives....
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Samosage Reveals Their Creative Secrets, New Releases & More (Feat. Melo D)
Hip Hop Duo Samosage Joins the Show to Talk about their Creative Processes, Releases, and More (Feat Melo D) insta: @samosage @Melo_D
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Protect Your Music! What You Need to Know About Music Contracts, Copyright, & AI – Johnston Ellis
Our dear friend johnston comes on to share his thoughts on the legal side of the industry.
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How Swift Artists is Uniting Swifties – Founders Talk Music, Community, and Taylor Swift!
Isabelle and Natalie at founders of Swift Artists community on Instagram. They, along with hundreds of other taylor swift fans and artists help give a platform to those who are inspired to write songs and pursue their creative endeavors
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Are You A Sell Out? Musicians Share How to Stay Authentic and Navigate Industry Pressures
What exactly is a sell out? Leave your definition in the comments! How would you define the difference between selling out vs growing/changing as an artist? (00:00:00) Highlight (00:00:17) Summary (00:01:21) Start (00:08:48) Show + yell (00:24:48) Topic Intro (00:26:50) Is it easier to be in a...
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Surviving a Plane Crash and Losing a Record Deal with Warner Brothers
In this exclusive interview with Anastasia Elliot we get to delve deep into the history of her music career, how she was once signed with Warner Brothers, and how being in a plane crash has not only influenced but dramatically altered her music career. She also discusses her love for making…
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Are You Getting the MOST from Your Music Videos? And Spotify Controversies
In an era focused on streaming music on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Tidal and videos becoming shorter for TikTok and Instagram, should artists still make music videos? What are the benefits and uses of making them? And what should an artist expect when getting ready for one? Also…
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DA HEALERZ Discuss Healing Themselves and Others Through Music and their New Collaboration
Goldie and Foundation Mecca talk about working together to bring a new group to Nashville - DA HEALERZ. From starting their shows with some R&R to ending it with getting hype, these two not only heal themselves through music, but also heal the audience. Our “Behind the Music” Series takes us out…
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How to Turn Local Shows Into Unforgettable Experiences – ARREIS' Battle of the Bands Revolution
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Interview with Breeze at NashLive
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Booking Successful Shows, Running a Production Company & Owning a Venue – Christian Hannah's Tips
Christian Hannah Talks His Production company, Owning a Venue, and Booking Shows
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From Gibraltar to Nashville for Music - Interview with Layla Rose and Nikolai Celecia
Join us as we welcome our first international guests Layla Rose and Nikolai Celecia! They're both from the country of Gibraltar off the coast of Spain and have come to Nashville for music. Layla Rose has moved here to pursue a career as a songwriter and performing artist while Nikolai has come to...
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Recording Gear for Beginners, Next Upgrades, and Best Post Show Food Stops
Trying to figure out where to begin and what equipment you need to record your music? Or maybe you've already got a basic setup and are hoping to upgrade into something better? We are here to help! In this episode we discuss what gear we used as beginners and what we have found since then that…
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How to Promote Yourself, UMG vs TikTok, and AI Art
Social media is an ever changing lawless land, but we try to peel back a few layers with practical tips to help YOU leverage it to your advantage. Can memes be used for a song release? How often should you be posting? Should you post at all? Later in the episode we talk about the updates to the...
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Differences in Producing vs Being an Artist and Debut Album Title Wav. - Interview with Justin "JE" Eberhardt
We are joined by Producer and Artist Justin "JE" Eberhardt who talks about his experience on both sides of the glass. He also shares with us the inspiration and lyrical breakdowns of songs on his debut album as a solo artist "Title Wav." JE began his production career at the famous Dark Horse...
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How to Get Your Song Ready to Mix, the Production Process, and Khalid's American Teen
Listen and learn some great tips on how to get your song ready to be mixed along with some advice for if you are mixing it yourself! What are some do's and don'ts when sending your song to an engineer? How do you find the right mixer for you? Finally a little artist spotlight on @khalid and his...
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How to Work a Crowd and Get Your Audience Involved
Do you struggle to get your audience engaged in your show? Perhaps we can help. We discuss various ideas that we have either seen or used to great success at local shows!
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Twisted Measure's Chandelier, Emo Nights, and Working with Your Heroes - interview with lolitslea
In this episode, DJ Patty G sits down with neon pop-punk artist LolitsLea. She discusses her experiences doing music around the country, especially her comparisons of Nashville and LA. They also go in to her time at Elon University where she and her college acapella group, Twisted Measure, went...
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Katy Perry and Amigo the Devil Lyrics, and Embarrassing Middle School Poetry
Enjoy some lighthearted conversation about great resources to use next time you are writing songs, and who some of the best songwriters of our generation are. Also laugh with us as we hear DJ Patty G share some embarrassing 7th Grade poetry. @TaylorSwift @AmigoTheDevil @johnmayer...
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Is Nashville for you? Getting Gigs in Nashville, and Wish for our Heroes / Veteran Programs
Mike Ponder joins us having just signed to CDX Nashville. He talks with us all about going from being in a cover band doing 300 gigs a year to becoming his own artist releasing original music on a Sony-owned label. He gives great advice for young artists who are just starting out in the Nashville...
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Battle of the Bands and How to Promote a Concert
In this episode we get into the nitty gritty of how live concerts are organized. We interview our own Dale Shack as he recounts his experiences producing the Murfreesboro Battle of the Bands for three years in a row, starting the event from nothing. We also discuss old YouTube and channels like...
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Quinton Kufahl Talks about KISS, Batman, and his Upcoming Tour with HALOCENE
Join drummer Quinton Kufahl as he talks about his past, inspiration, perspective, and journey in the music industry! We also discuss how he has been in 3 KISS tribute bands, one being the world's best, and his love for Batman. He talks about moving to Nashville and his experience living here such...
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What its Like Being in a Band, Touring vs House Shows, and Songwrighting as a Band w Hello Darling
Ever wondered what its like on tour? Band Hello Darling answers the question in this interview while also discussing this history, band dynamic, how they book gigs, and new music that is on the way!
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Ep. 27 Derek Jones Talks Social Media Marketing, Concert Photography and PR, The Black Pumas
Topics include: Concert photography, vinyl record collections, music journalism, interviewing bands, tiktok and social media for artists, promoting yourself, Nashville vs Austin's Music Scene SU-Podcast.com The conversation also included bands and events such as Banks, Steven Wilson,, Zeal and...
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Ep. 26 Dealing with Rejection, Online Playlisting, and 20 Questions
.Welcome back to the start of Season 3! Topics include: What rejection looks like, what do do when faced with it, how to learn from it, how to help others through rejection, and a few questions for your next date. Also Squishmallows and iPad kids. su-podcast.com Subscribe & Hit Notifications for...
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The Lack of Good Halloween Music, our favorite Halloween films, and Would You Rather?
Celebrate with us on our 1-year anniversary! Enjoy a laid back and relaxed episode as we converse about all things Halloween and Halloween music! su-podcast.com Subscribe & Hit Notifications for Successfully Unsigned: www.youtube.com/@successfullyunsigned?sub_confirmation=1. @SuccessfullyUnsigned...
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H.L.D.N. Talks About His New Album, his Sister, and his Support from Friends and Family
.Join DJ Overheat and Patty G as they make a new friend with local artist H.L.D.N. They discuss Holden’s strong support system of friends and family and how he’s been able to make so many great connections through his network. We also discuss the intense process of creating his new album “Duality...
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Juli Strawbridge Discusses her New Album, internetjules, and the Loss of her Father
.Join Patty G on his SECOND interview with Singer/Songwriter (and former YouTuber) Juli Strawbridge. Juli and Patrick discuss their first interview (on Patty G’s radio show back in 2019) and why she left the YouTube Spotlight (her channel - internetjules). We also discuss the hiatus between her...
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Becca Tremmel discusses How Not to "Relapse", Sundance Film Festival, and Taylor Swift
.Patrick and David sit down with local Nashville artist Becca Tremmel and her long, impressive music career. She talks about growing up in Utah, right where the Sundance Film Festival is held, and tries not to name drop. She talks about the WILD story that inspired her single "Relapse" and how…
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Is the Music Industry for You? And is Lizzo Fatphobic?
.Join us as we discuss the ever-present question lingering over every artists' head: Can you survive the harsh realities of being in the music industry? We talk about how there's enough room in the industry for all and it's okay to not want to be a huge megastar with millions of fans. We also…
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Writer's Block, Waffle House, the Barbie Movie, and the Rise of Olivia Rodrigo
.Join us as we give you unprofessional advice on getting past your writer's block. We all get it and it can be hard to get those creative juices flowing, but hopefully some of these tips and tricks can help. We also talk about Dale's fixation on Waffle House and why he loves it so much...and…
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Luke Robbins Discusses Passion for Music, Moving to Nashville, and Not Compromising Creativity
.Join David as he sits down with local Nashville artist Luke Robbins. They discuss where Luke's love of music came from and how he wants to keep his creativity and not be put in a box. He discusses recording and releasing his two singles, "ihyily" and "titanic". He also talks about living in...
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Kyle Hanson and Melo-D Cringe at Show Mishaps, and How to Overcome Them Pt. 2
.Join David, Kyle Hanson, and Melo as they share some stories about show mishaps in Patty G and DShack's absence. Whether it's messing up the lyrics or an instrument breaks, you are going to come across some mishaps when it comes to performing live, no matter how prepared you are. It happens to...
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Kyle Hanson and Melo-D Talk Band Dynamics, Slider, and Stealing Lyrics Pt. 1
.On this special edition of the show, we have two special guests, Kyle Hanson and returning guest Melo-D, to hold down the fort while Patty G and Dshack are away! We talk about how to deal with all the different dynamics in a band and how to successfully be a team. David and Kyle show us their…
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Missy Ecker Discusses her tribute to Taylor Swift, Musical Improv, and the Eras Tour
Despite our controversy with Taylor Swift, we have the biggest Swiftie, Missy Ecker, on our show! She gushes over her love of Taylor and how she even wrote a song about her called "Taylor". She shows off her haunted "Mine" Taylor Ornament, and her Taylor Swift tattoo. Her and Patty G bond over...
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Hexproof Talks About Rejection, their Comeback, Mommy Issues, and Not Giving Up
.Join us for a very entertaining, yet inspirational talk with local band, Hexproof. Lead Singer Atlanta and Drummer Chris sit down with Patty G and discuss the many hurdles their band has had to jump over to get to where they are now. Many band members, and many "no's" later, they discuss their...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Professional music advice for unprofessionals! Successfully Unsigned is the go-to podcast for independent artists, bedroom producers, and DIY musicians looking to break into the music industry without the clutter. Hosted by three industry-savvy creatives — a music producer, a seasoned performer, and a former radio host — each episode delivers real-world strategies, honest insight, and practical tips for getting your music heard and your career off the ground.
Whether you're releasing your first single, booking gigs, or figuring out what a PRO even is, we’ve got your back. Tune in bi-weekly for interviews with emerging artists, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, and conversations that demystify the business side of being an independent musician.
No labels. No fluff. Just the truth — from one unsigned artist to another.
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