Many musicians and songwriters have two competing dreams: the dream of connecting with others by making a positive impact on their lives and the dream of hitting the big time, rising to the heights and living happily ever after in the realm of the rich and famous. To further complicate matters, we are given mixed messages about the importance of fame, being taught that it shouldn’t matter to us as artists (it should be “all about the music”) and simultaneously being told that celebrity is THE goal and that everyone deserves their chance at super-stardom (think American idol). Join JP as he shares some hard earned lessons and practical perspectives on artistic survival and alternatives to the cult of personality we call show business.

 

 SOS Episode #10: Star Struck: Spiritual Casualties On The Illusionary Path To Rock-Stardom: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Whether or not you are aware of it, you have a mode of expression that is totally unique to you. In order to find lasting musical fulfillment, an expressive artist has to go beyond identifying with traditional labels and categories into a more personal search for their unique, authentic musical expression-their musical fingerprint. This search is comprised of two, interdependent aspects: what you need to express and how you are naturally designed to express it. Join the conversation about how you can grow more deeply into your authentic musical Voice and the variety of gifts that await you as you get closer and closer to the heart of your own music.

 

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The dream of many songwriters and performers is to be able to continuously get their music “out there.” But to what end? If your songs have been written to not only be heard or get sold, but to also positively impact and touch the lives of your audience, consider the many ways and levels at which connection takes place between musician, song, and audience. From the superficial level of grabbing someone’s attention to the deeper purpose of generating inspiration and intimacy, music’s journey between artist and listener provides an ideal opportunity to not only get one’s music heard, but facilitate meaningful conversations and relationships. Listen in to hear JP’s comments on how far your artistry can touch the soul of your listener.

 

 SOS Episode #8: Soul to Soul: Connecting Through Your Music: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

When a show is filled to capacity, the marquis reads “Sold Out.” When an artist loses their authenticity in order to please a supposed market’s taste, we say that they’ve “sold out.” How can you “Sell Out” without “selling out?” Do we ever have to compromise our authenticity to achieve commercial success? How about achieving both? Listen in and discover your own answer to the important question: “Who am I making my music for?”

 

 SOS Episode #7: The Artist's Dilemma: Being Sold Out With Out Selling Out: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download