Ep. 021: Chasing a Record Deal as a Singer/Songwriter w/ Jordan Beem

In this episode of the Rhymes with Odd Podcast, host Ryan Snaadt sits down with local musician and singer/songwriter Jordan Beem. Join us as Jordan shares his inspiring journey from a high school kid recording YouTube videos to pursuing a career in music and chasing the dream of a record deal. 🎤 About Jordan Beem: Jordan Beem hails from Altoona, Iowa, and started his musical journey by picking up a guitar and experimenting with his singing. He discusses how he made the transition from being a prospective teacher to following his passion in the music scene. 🎶 Highlights:Jordan's early experiences and how he gained a following on YouTube.Balancing a full-time job, social life, and a thriving music career.The challenges of performing solo and finding success in venues like festivals and college bars. The importance of marketing, merchandise, and additional income streams for independent musicians.Jordan's aspirations of securing a record deal and navigating the evolving music industry landscape.This episode is packed with insights for aspiring musicians, music lovers, and anyone who's ever dreamed of making it big in the music world. Join us for an engaging conversation that delves into the highs and lows of the music industry. 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our latest interviews and content. Podcast Show Notes: Episode Title: Chasing a Record Deal as a Singer/Songwriter with Jordan Beem (Ep. 021) Introduction:Host Ryan introduces the episode and his guest, local musician Jordan Beem. A brief overview of the episode's focus on Jordan's journey from YouTube videos to pursuing a record deal. An overview of the topics covered in the podcast. Segment 1: Jordan's Musical Journey Jordan's early experiences as a high school musician.How he began by playing the guitar and recording YouTube videos.Insights into gaining a following on YouTube and starting to perform in public. The support and encouragement of his parents as he shifted from teaching to a music career. Segment 2: Balancing Act The challenges of balancing a full-time job, social life, and a growing music career .How Jordan used the COVID-19 pandemic as a launching point for his music career.The transition from performing solo to playing at various venues, including festivals and college bars. The importance of marketing, merchandise sales, and other income sources for independent musicians. Segment 3: Aspirations and the Music Industry Jordan's aspirations of securing a record deal. Discussion on the evolving music industry and the role of platforms like Spotify and social media. The importance of authenticity and the songwriting process in connecting with audiences. Insights into the different music markets, from heartfelt storytelling to more commercial trends. Conclusion: A wrap-up of the episode's key takeaways and Jordan's journey in the music industry.Ryan encourages listeners to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for future podcast episodes. #RhymeswithOdd #BusinessPodcast