009 – Chasing Your Music Career Dreams – with Jody Lubin

What does it take to pursue a music career? What does the financial outlay look like? How do you navigate the veritable minefield that is the music industry? In this episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, David passes the mic with singer, guitarist, band leader, and hair stylist Jody Lubin. Sponsors: Clean Slate: The most exciting and inspirational New Year live music and multi-media event you’ve ever been to. Get your tickets now, before they’re gone! Highlights: 00:17 – Today’s guest, Jody Lubin 00:34 – “Creativity Excitement Emotion” is Jody’s idea 00:51 – The music distribution minefield and music industry frustrations 05:13 – Streaming royalties and making an income in music 06:54 – Thinking about monetization and audience differently 08:45 – Finding the right music producer 11:38 – Applying for funding 13:46 – What is music supposed to cost? 16:52 – Is the music industry funded by venture capitalists? 17:22 – Televised talent competitions 20:27 – The technological divide 23:10 – Taking on music in your 40s 27:00 – Jody’s story 32:09 – David’s search for the perfect electric guitar 33:27 – Jody’s red guitar 34:44 – Clean Slate 36:41 – Community building 37:41 – Costs of putting on a show 38:43 – Gaining your independence 39:21 – Wrapping up Transcript: Coming soon.