The Career Musician Podcast
1) #188: Never Lose the Gig! New Season w/co-host Joel Meza
🎟 Grab your ALL Access VIP Pass here: https://thecareermusician.com/membership/all-access-vip-pass/ Host and creator Nomad welcomes drummer & playback tech Joel Meza as a guest and officiall...Show More
2) #187 Band Together for Community Not Competition
🎙️ EPISODE 187: Real Talk: Banding Together as Career Musicians SUMMARY: Feeling stuck, isolated, or overwhelmed in your musical journey? You're not alone. This episode highlights the power of co...Show More
3) #186: 4 Rules of Networking
In this energetic episode, Nomad takes listeners on a ride to a non-music event, demonstrating firsthand the power of his four essential rules for building meaningful relationships and standing out as...Show More
4) #185: I Need A Gig
Tired of chasing gigs? You’re not alone. In this real talk session, NOMAD flips the script and explains why letting go may be the key to making work come to you. Show Notes: Why "work begets work"...Show More
5) #184: Ghosted 3 Strikes
Getting ghosted sucks — especially when it’s a gig you really wanted. Here’s how to deal with the silence, follow up like a pro, and protect your mental space. Show Notes: The emotional sting of b...Show More
6) #183: Insincere Sincerity
Ever met a musician who pours on the love… but disappears when it matters? In this episode, NOMAD calls out fake support and makes the case for keeping it real. Show Notes: What “insincere sinceri...Show More
7) #182: Existential Music Crisis
Feeling lost in your creative journey? You’re not alone. This honest episode dives into the emotional weight of being a creative and how to push through the fog. Show Notes: What it means to have ...Show More
8) #181: Music Is Not For Musicians
You’re not making music for other musicians — you’re making it for people. This episode is a wake-up call to shift your focus and build a real audience. Show Notes: Why musicians aren’t your targe...Show More
9) #180: Play The Changes
“Play through the changes” is great advice… until it isn’t. This episode unpacks the deeper meaning behind the phrase — both musically and in life. Show Notes: Jazz school lessons vs. real-world c...Show More
10) #179: Payday Friday | Gig Work Don't Come Easy
In this episode, dubbed "Payday Friday," Nomad dives into the realities of making a living as a career musician. Joined by industry professional Michael Elsener from Master Music Licensing, they stres...Show More