Annie Balliro is the President of the agency uniphi. In this interview we discuss how she went from working at Island Def Jam and Hard Rock International to going full time with her company representing music artists and astronauts. We also get into the debut of the Astronaut Rock Star Awards for National Astronaut Day. Follow Annie Balliro: LinkedIn  National Astronaut Day Links from episode: https://people.com/music/astronaut-michael-lopez-alegria-pianist-blkbok-perform-duet-from-space/ https://www.cc.com/video/6wn8i5/the-colbert-report-garrett-reisman https://pemachodronfoundation.org ..read more

We all need support, and we all should give support. In this special episode we chat with VP of Health and Human Services of MusiCares, Theresa Wolters. We discuss how the organization provides help to all members of the music industry as well as how you can get involved with The Day That Music Cares. About MusiCares: Reach out for help: MusiCaresRelief@musicares.org or 800.687.4227 https://www.musicares.org/get-help# The Day That Music Cares site (for people to sign up) www.TheDayThatMusicCares.com Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a ..read more

Heather Castillo is the Senior Marketing Director for Big Noise Music Group (The Veronicas, The Wrecks, Girlfriends, Escape the Fate). We talk about how cold emailing and building relationships lead her to her current position and the opportunities that exist in marketing music today. Follow Heather: Instagram (Big Noise) Website (Big Noise) Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by ..read more

No matter how unlikely your idea is, it’s always worth going for it. Nick Moore is the co-founder of Thriller Records. In this interview we talk about how his band Before their Eyes quickly charted on Billboard and toured nationally, and just a year later started his own record label. We also discuss how he created Thriller with Bob Becker, founder of Fearless Records, and deep dived into what it's like to be a label in the current music industry. Follow Thriller Records: Instagram  TikTok Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us ..read more

Live looping artist, songwriter, and producer Sophia Bavishi breaks down how she secures shows, creating visuals for her releases, and the future of TikTok. Follow Sophia Bavishi: Instagram  TikTok Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda Host: Mike Zimmerlich Produced by: Omelette Prevail Post-Prod ..read more

It’s not about who you know but the impressions you make. Music business and management consultant Lilia Iza discusses how she got into event production working on-site for Coachella, EDC, Formula 1, #iVoted Festival and many more. We also discuss why it’s important to reflect on switching professions during and after college. Follow Lila Iza: Instagram  LinkedIn Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Intro music ..read more

Does it help to be creative in multiple ways? Or are you spreading yourself too thin? Co-host Emily Grieve talks about how she integrated being a Twitch streamer with her band Turn Zero. We also discuss how to be  a part of a community and overall tips to growing as a creator. Follow Emily Grieve: Twitch Instagram Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro mu ..read more

Transitioning between corporate roles and freelancing, or the reverse, can be daunting. In our interview with artist manager and consultant Andy Griffin, we explore how navigating career changes, moving from corporate positions to freelance work and back, has enabled Andy to collaborate with major label artists and globally acclaimed speakers. Follow Andy Griffin: LinkedIn  Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Int ..read more

It’s hard to get out of your comfort zone. So we thought it would be fun to share the first interview from our post production manager Moira on KWSS 93.9 FM back in 2018. Also featuring prior guests Dani Cutler and Emily Grieve, as well as your wonderful host Mike Zimmerlich. Shoutout to Moira for being a good sport we’re very proud of you! Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by ..read more

If it doesn't exist, create your own. Adam Johnson, a musician, author, entrepreneur, and coach, discusses how going niche can help you seize more opportunities and how you can establish multiple companies around your passions. Follow Adam Johnson: The BAND System e-book Cover Band Confidential Linktree Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Le ..read more