by D Grant Smith | Dec 20, 2017 | Blog, Growth Farming
You’ve gotten through this year with a lot of lessons learned. I can certainly attest to learning much from life, people, and reflection. Books have also been an incredible teacher. As I think about some of the best growth that’s come from reading, I want...
by D Grant Smith | Oct 25, 2017 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast, Growth Farming
The latest episode of the DIY Artist Route Podcast is here! And it features none other than my good friend Angela Mastrogiacomo. Aside from being one of the most inspiring and kick-ass people I know, Angela excels at the real heart of PR and marketing work:...
by D Grant Smith | Sep 12, 2017 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast, Growth Farming
Is it strange or interesting to find another drummer on the podcast? We’re just multifaceted artists, not just musicians with sticks who like to hit things, ha! I was intrigued by Roberto Hernandez from the first message he sent me. Perhaps that’s because...
by D Grant Smith | Jul 19, 2017 | Blog, Community Building, DIY Artist Route Podcast
“I’m just a music super fan who likes to dress up in silly clothes and dance.” That’s not only a great line from my good buddy, fellow musician coach, platform leader and hero, it’s who he is. It’s who Carlos Castillo is that makes...
by D Grant Smith | Jun 7, 2017 | Blog, Growth Farming, Indie Music Resources
Here’s a little secret about how to get media to open your emails that lead to them actually being read and replied to. Trust me, it’s not sending a blanket message you write one time that says everything you could ever say about your music or your band....
by D Grant Smith | May 25, 2017 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
I believe that helping other people in life is the key to being successful. It’s a philosophy shared by Zig Ziglar, Oprah Winfrey, Steve Palfreyman, and the incredible Bree Noble. Bree is the creator and powerhouse behind Women of Substance Radio, Female...
by D Grant Smith | Apr 14, 2017 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
If you want to talk to someone who has proven time and again how to build a strong audience base, you talk to Rick Barker. The man behind Music Industry Blueprint and the former manager of Taylor Swift is not stranger to building a passionate following. He’s...
by D Grant Smith | Mar 7, 2017 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast, Growth Farming
Greg Wilnau has been on my radar for a long time. He’s a fantastic human being and someone who intentionally wants to help people. It’s clear in the way that he engages with you in conversation, and illustrates the power of valuing others as a key to...
by D Grant Smith | Feb 27, 2017 | Blog, Growth Farming
When I was a little kid I wanted to be Superman. Superman made an impact. He was unstoppable, invincible and incredibly powerful. I was not. On the contrary, I’ve always had a small frame. Skinny, scrawny, short. These were ready adjectives you could identify me...
by D Grant Smith | Jan 31, 2017 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
Music Business Keys To Success with Rodney Holder When it comes to business success, the entrepreneur path is essential. Most musicians are recognizing that more and more as time goes by. One of the premier places where musicians have experienced insights into how to...
