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 | Jan 10, 2017 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
Every musician wants to get more gigs, book better venues and be able to perform regularly. Performing for some artists is one of the main methods for profiting from the business of being a musician. However, getting gigs is getting harder and harder. Fortunately for...
by D Grant Smith | Nov 29, 2016 | Blog, Growth Farming
Can you embrace failure at 34 years old? That’s a good question. I’ve been pretty fond of 34 for about a year. The reason: It’s my age (as of the date this post was published). Thirty-Four (34) was also the number of Hakeem Olajuwon, Walter Payton,...
by D Grant Smith | Oct 10, 2016 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
Every now and then the “recommended” notification on Twitter will suggest someone to you who is actually a good fit. A few months back, the recommendation was for Jon Nastor. After looking at his profile and seeing that he’s a drummer, and...
by D Grant Smith | Aug 23, 2016 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
I’ve known Steve Palfreyman for a long time. Honestly, he’s a good friend and mentor, which is why having him on the DIY Artist Route Podcast is such an honor. He and I share a lot of the same ethos, our philosophies and ideas on how to grow and build are...