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In this episode of the Career Musician podcast, host Nomad discusses three crucial factors that distinguish professional musicians from amateurs. Drawing from his 30+ years of experience as a session and touring guitarist, Nomad breaks down the key elements of being a career musician: 1. Dedication - The importance of not waiting for motivation but following through with consistent work and discipline. 2. Communication - How professionals effectively communicate in all aspects of their work, whether it's with small teams or large productions. 3. Showing Up Prepared - The significance of being ready and punctual, with all necessary deliverables and preparations completed. Throughout the episode, Nomad shares personal experiences and practical examples, including insights from his current work as a film composer and his early career decisions. He emphasizes the importance of treating music as a profession rather than just a hobby, and explains how professionals focus on strengths, teamwork, and long-term sustainability rather than short-term gains. The episode concludes with Nomad encouraging listeners to engage with the podcast community and share their own experiences about professional versus amateur approaches in the music industry.Main Topic: 3 Key Differences Between Professional and Amateur Musicians 1. Dedication - Don't wait for motivation - Get up and do the work consistently  - Follow and trust the process - Show discipline regardless of circumstances 2. Communications - How you communicate in all aspects (emails, projects, teams) - Being responsive and professional - No ghosting people - Clear and effective communication, even if brief - Working well as part of larger teams/projects 3. Showing Up Prepared - Arrive early (well before "on time") - Have all deliverables ready - Being fully prepared for every situation - No excuses for lateness or unpreparedness - Taking care of equipment and tools professionally Additional Professional vs Amateur Distinctions Mentioned: - Professionals focus on strengths rather than weaknesses - Professionals prioritize best outcomes over being right - Professionals think long-term vs short-term - Professionals value teamwork over individual brilliance - Professionals understand practice translates to performance The episode emphasizes these traits as essential for building a sustainable career in music, rather than just being a hobbyist or amateur musician. ✅ Unlock the Secrets to Building a Successful Music Career! ✅ Dive deep into what separates amateurs from professionals in the music industry. ✅ Join host Nomad on the “TCM Podcast” with special guest Ericka Guitron as they break down the essentials for turning your passion into a profession. ✅ Are you ready to make music your lasting career? Don't miss out on these invaluable insights! Check out the full episode and start your journey today. 🎶 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Nomad shares his perspective on the 2025 Grammy Awards and award shows in general, recording while commuting to Los Angeles College of Music where he teaches. Key Topics Covered: Nomad's personal perspective on award shows and why he believes art is subjective and difficult to quantify compared to sports Brief history of the Grammy Awards, established in 1957 by NARAS (now the Recording Academy) Discussion of how the Grammys have evolved over decades, including the incorporation of different genres Current state of the Recording Academy with 13,000 voting members Personal story about Nomad's involvement in award-winning music (including collaboration with Toby Mac and Kirk Franklin) Reflection on the value of awards in the music industry Notable Points: First Grammy Awards broadcast was in 1959 with 28 categories Harvey Mason Jr.'s role as Grammy president and addressing past controversies Discussion of representation and diversity in the Recording Academy Thoughts on how technology has changed music production and accessibility Call to Action: Listeners encouraged to share their perspectives on music awards Connect with the show through: Social media comments & DMs YouTube sub & comments Email: info@thecareermusician.com Leave a review and rate the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Baines is a singer, songwriter, and the current bassist for the legendary band Chicago! Eric's music has also been featured on MTV, VH1, NBC, ABCFamily and HBO. He has toured and recorded with country icon, Dwight Yoakam, but he’s taken some crazy turns to get there. After attending Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA, he moved back to his home town of Denver where he eked out a living playing blues in bars and nightclubs. He eventually was hired to play with contemporary jazz saxophonist, Nelson Rangell. Three years later he decided to make the move to Los Angeles, CA where he almost immediately started playing with artists like Lee Ritenour, Gregg Karukas, and Keiko Matsui who he spent 12 years on the road with as her Musical Director. These days, in between gigs, Eric hosts the podcast "Dive Bar Rock Star," wherein he interviews some of the heaviest cats in the biz! https://divebarrockstar.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean Hurwitz has been crushing two massive gigs for quite some time now as guitarist for Smash Mouth and Enrique Iglesias. Learn how this Career Musician has held on to the gigs that have allowed him to find stability in an ever changing industry. Nomad also speaks with his friend Sean about Sean's YouTube Channel called Live Your Music Dreams. https://seanhurwitz.com/ @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN WEBSITE: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Podcast-MainPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod https://tinyurl.com/TCM-GooglePodcasts 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube https://twitter.com/CareerMusician https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #megaphone #megaphonepodcasts #podcastapp #podcastsapp #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #ratethispodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nomad's good pal Curt Chambers is a guitar-slinger in his own fashion. While he's worked as a producer and songwriter with huge names like Dr. Dre and Eminem, he's blurring genre lines as he pursues his own kind of country music career. http://www.curtchambers.com/ @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN WEBSITE: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Podcast-MainPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod https://tinyurl.com/TCM-GooglePodcasts 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube https://twitter.com/CareerMusician https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #megaphone #megaphonepodcasts #podcastapp #podcastsapp #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #ratethispodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ericka Guitron is an artist who hasn't let anyone define her limits. She's taking her career to new heights after having toured the world with superstar Jason Derulo as the featured female singer of his show. She's now pursuing a solo career on her own merit after being dropped from a record deal, which she's proving she never needed in the first place. Ericka should be an inspiration to us all, as her persistence and belief in herself continue to be some of her strongest qualities as a Career Musician. https://open.spotify.com/artist/3mlE1ilnSHt92U8W3TQwqF @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN WEBSITE: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Podcast-MainPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod https://tinyurl.com/TCM-GooglePodcasts 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube https://twitter.com/CareerMusician https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #megaphone #megaphonepodcasts #podcastapp #podcastsapp #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #ratethispodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Sinatra (no relation to Frank) has more on his mind than just drumming, though his resume includes artists such as Hunter Hayes, Little Big Town, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Stevie Wonder, Joe Nichols, Pat Green, and so on...Steve is focused on healing himself and others using techniques he's developed over the years, always linking to Source, Science, and Sound. If you've ever pondered your greater purpose or find peace in alternative schools of healing, you will want to check out Steve Sinatra. https://stevesinatra.me/ @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN WEBSITE: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Podcast-MainPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod https://tinyurl.com/TCM-GooglePodcasts 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube https://twitter.com/CareerMusician https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #megaphone #megaphonepodcasts #podcastapp #podcastsapp #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #ratethispodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maysa is the kind of singer who takes hold of a song and enraptures her audience in the palm of her hands, as she delivers lyrics, phrases, melodies and harmonies in a way that only she can. Blessed with an instantly identifiable honey-toned mezzo-soprano and an undeniably brilliant and magnetic stage presence, Maysa’s alluring vocals, candor,honesty, humor and purity as an artist make her a rarity in this business. Having collaborated with everyone from Stevie Wonder to Incognito, Angela Bofill, Will Downing and Jonathan Butler, Phil Perry and more...Maysa can hang with the best. It is no wonder she was the recipient of many awards for her work, including Soul Train’s first Centric Award in 2009, and her first Grammy nomination for Best Traditional R&B Performance for her remake of Nancy Wilson’s “QUIET FIRE” in 2014.  In 2018, Maysa became the owner/founder of her own record label, BLUE VELVET SOUL RECORDS. The company has released 4 singles, YOU ARE NOT ALONE, IT’S GONNA BE ALRIGHT, LOVIN’ YOU IS EASY, and SOFT WORDS. To celebrate her first record printing , MAYSA designed a commemorative blue velvet box set with those 4 singles as an EP called THE FAB FIRST FOUR, in January of 2021. Maysa will release her 14th solo studio album entitled, MUSIC FOR YOUR SOUL in the first quarter of 2022. https://maysa.com/ https://www.instagram.com/maysaleakmusic/?hl=en @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN WEBSITE: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Podcast-MainPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod https://tinyurl.com/TCM-GooglePodcasts 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube https://twitter.com/CareerMusician https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician #maysaleak #incognito #vocals #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #megaphone #megaphonepodcasts #podcastapp #podcastsapp #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #ratethispodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

J. Que Smith is a songwriter who has written a lot of hits with a lot of huge names: Jennifer Lopez ,Beyoncé, Fantasia, Ciara, Avant, Ariana Grande, Britney Spears, Usher, Omarion...the list goes on. But J. Que has taken on another passion in the realm of psychical fitness, and in this episode, Nomad is put through training, CrossFit style, while discussing details of J. Que's impressive career. https://www.discogs.com/artist/954994-Patrick-J-Que-Smith @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN WEBSITE: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Podcast-MainPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod https://tinyurl.com/TCM-GooglePodcasts 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube https://twitter.com/CareerMusician https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #megaphone #megaphonepodcasts #podcastapp #podcastsapp #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #ratethispodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A&R man for McPherson Guitars and all around stand-up guy, Larry Klenc, shares his wisdom and knowledge when it comes to the world of endorsements. What's it take to get an endorsement? How do I keep an endorsement? Larry will help you understand what is really needed to have a symbiotic relationship with your sponsor, and to keep it that way! https://mcphersonguitars.com/ @thecareermusician @nomadsplace 🖥 THE CAREER MUSICIAN WEBSITE: https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Podcast-MainPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod https://tinyurl.com/TCM-GooglePodcasts 📱 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Instagram https://tinyurl.com/TCM-FBPage https://tinyurl.com/TCM-YouTube https://twitter.com/CareerMusician https://linktr.ee/thecareermusician #careermusician #careermusicianforlife #musiccareer #pantheonpodcasts #podcast #musicpodcast #musicpodcasts #music #musician #musicians #musicianlife #musicproducer #producerlife #composer #sessionmusician #sessioncat #studio #studiomusician #recordingartist #touringmusician #roaddog #grind #hustle #education #musiceducation #musicschool #musicmajor #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbiz #industry #business #worldwide #megaphone #megaphonepodcasts #podcastapp #podcastsapp #apple #applepodcast #spotify #spotifypodcasts #iheartradio #iheart #sticher #googlepodcast #ratethispodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices