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🎙️ **Musicians Empowerment Podcast – Featuring Kerry “2Smooth” Marshall**

From turning down his amp when it wasn’t even plugged in, to rocking stages around the world with artists like Jason Derulo, Ledisi, Chrisette Michele, Tyrese, and Tori Kelly—Kerry *“2Smooth”* Marshall’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.

In this episode, Kerry opens up about his humble beginnings in the church with little knowledge of chords or keys, his time in the U.S. Army where he discovered his passion for guitar, and the pivotal moment that saved his career and set him on a global stage. He shares the lessons learned from playing on world tours, TV shows like Jimmy Kimmel, Good Morning America, James Corden, and even the Dove Awards, while performing for audiences of over 150,000 people.

But his story doesn’t stop at the spotlight. Kerry also dives into his mission to *teach, encourage, and empower* through his online guitar community, **Kerry’s Kamp**, and how he uses every platform to help musicians unlock their potential. From Birmingham to Los Angeles, from almost giving up to global stages, Kerry’s testimony proves that determination, faith, and the right tools can change everything.

👉 Tune in as we talk about his grind, his growth, and his heart for raising up the next generation of musicians.

Visit Kerry's website here : https://www.kerryskamp.com/meet-kerry

Hear his latest material produced : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0rPcsVI_5s

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To be a great musician, you need to really hear the music. Anytune helps you listen to and use the music in wonderful new ways from your iPhone, iPad,  Mac and now on Android. computer.  Hear every nuance of the music to learn or transcribe, and play along at your pace to make practice more fun.

Musicians Empowerment and Anytune are about empowering musicians—whether it’s the ME community use of discipline or Anytune’s tools for breaking songs down, looping, and mastering them—together it all helps musicians take control of their growth.

With Anytune you can:

• Amazing stretching with fantastic clarity
• Break down the song into sections with marks and timed annotations
• Change the pitch of a song to transcribe in a different key
• Use transcribe mode to work through a song repeating sections as you go
• Record your own performance to listen to every detail
• Use the Loop Trainer to start slow and build speed
• The list goes on and on, ….

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🎸 Behind the Strings with Steven Dukes 🎸
Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Steven Dukes — Creative, Producer, and Guitarist currently on tour with gospel recording artist Todd Dulaney. As the CEO of DFM Entertainment, Steven brings a unique blend of artistry, innovation, and leadership to the music industry. Beyond the stage, he’s a devoted husband, friend, and brother whose journey reflects passion, faith, and purpose.

From touring life to studio sessions, Steven shares insights on creativity, music production, and how he balances business, ministry, and relationships. Whether you're a musician, creative, or simply love great stories — this episode will leave you motivated and encouraged.

🎧 Tune in and get a behind-the-scenes look at the heart and hustle of one of gospel music’s most dynamic guitarists.

Visit all the programs Steven has to offer by checking out his linktree account here. https://linktr.ee/stevendukes?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=5ea1f7ce-5fb2-48dd-90b6-b9c2a72b9813

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🎙️ Behind the Music with Alec Lehrman – Go beyond the stage and studio as we sit down with producer, songwriter, and guitarist Alec Lehrman. Based in Los Angeles, Alec’s credits include Grammy-nominated work with Jonathan McReynolds and Mali Music, along with performances and recordings alongside global icons like Kanye West, The Chainsmokers, Aloe Blacc, Meghan Trainor, BTS, Anderson .Paak, Leona Lewis, Gavin DeGraw, and Sabrina Claudio.

Rooted in the blues but fluent in jazz, funk, gospel, and R&B, Alec brings a unique, genre-blending voice to the modern music scene. In this episode, we explore his journey from passionate player to sought-after session guitarist and respected teacher, with over a decade of experience mentoring students around the world.

Tune in for stories, lessons, and insights from one of today’s most versatile musicians—endorsed by Reunion Blues, LSL Guitars, Gopherwood Guitars, Heritage Guitars, and Eastman Guitars.

USE PROMO CODE "ME15" on Alec website to receive a discount on his website. www.soulfulguitarlessons.com/store

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Join us for an unforgettable conversation with Kevin Wilson, a legendary guitarist with over 50 years of touring and recording experience. From the Gospel Music Hall of Fame to stages like Madison Square Garden, the White House, and the 1996 Olympics, Kevin has played alongside icons like Shirley Caesar, Fred Hammond, Big Daddy Kane, and the Mighty Clouds of Joy.

Based in Raleigh, NC, Kevin is the owner of Haggard Studios, founder of the International Musicians Summit, and a master educator known for cutting through the noise of online overload with practical, real-world advice. Endorsed by Paul Reed Smith Guitars and Fractal Audio Systems, his heart for mentorship shines as he shares timeless lessons on tone, practice, and purpose.

Whether you're a weekend warrior or an aspiring professional, this episode will equip and inspire you to grow as a musician—and a leader.

🎧 Tap in and be empowered.
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🎙️ Behind the Music with Anders Nordstrom — on the Musicians Empowerment Podcast — takes you deep into the journey of one musician’s path to purpose. In this exclusive episode, we sit down with Anders Nordstrom to explore the highs and lows of his musical career, the lessons learned along the way, and the inspiration behind his sound. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, you'll be empowered by Anders’ story of resilience, creativity, and calling. Tune in and get inspired to grow in your gift and walk boldly in your purpose.

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