Music Lessons

Music Lessons

Join host Andy Lykens - a music supervisor and music licensing expert at a fast-paced tech company - as he interviews top musicians to understand their mental frameworks, approach to music, and philosophies. In each episode of this thought-provoking podcast, we'll explore the analogous principles of music and business, and discover fresh perspectives you can apply to your own life. Whether you're a life-long learner looking for a new perspective or a music lover curious about the creative process, this podcast is for you. Tune in to gain valuable insights from some of the most innovative and talented musicians working today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 1, 2023 79 mins

Neal Coomer is a singer, songwriter and writer who began his career in Nashville as a recording artist. You have definitely heard Neal sing: he has shared the stage as a background singer with artists such as Cyndi Lauper, Dolly Parton, Sting, Elton John, James Taylor, Bruce Springsteen, Mavis Staples, Annie Lennox, Boy George and Culture Club, LeAnn Rimes, and Jane Krakowski. He has broken out in an impromptu singalong with Mrs Br...

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Abraham Alexander is a Greek-born singer-songwriter with West African roots. As a child, he moved to Ft. Worth Texas where a knee-injury sidelined a burgeoning soccer career. By happenstance, he picked up a guitar and has been touring non-stop, while his new album SEA/SONS is making waves in AAA radio. He’s recently toured with The Lumineers, Lucius, Mavis Staples, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Ani DiFranco, Shakey Graves and Gary ...

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Tina Schlieske has been paving her own way in music for nearly three decades. She has fronted diverse bands, from the wildly popular Minneapolis-based Americana-Rock band, Tina and the B-Sides to groups that range from rock, to classic R&B to punk. Tina has shared the stage with St. Vincent, Patty Griffin, Robert Ellis, Jeff Bridges, Doors Guitarist Robbie Krieger, Etta James and Double Trouble just to name a few. Tina has...

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June 1, 2023 6 mins
This short episodes highlights a few key takeaways from the previous 3 conversations with Ben O'Neill, Gretchen Parlato, and Alan Wilkis. All of the full-length episodes can be found at www.musiclessonspodcast.com. The themes and variations of this episode include Ben O'Neill's reminder to stay curious and keep working, Gretchen Parlato's framework for finding your unique voice, and Alan Wilkis' concept about what happens to an art...

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Alan Wilkis, otherwise known as “Big Data,” is an accomplished artist, producer, and composer. His hit single, “Dangerous (feat. Joywave),” reached #1 on the 2014 Billboard Alternative chart and has since been RIAA-certified platinum. His work as Big Data is beat-driven and technology-themed, featuring collaborations with the likes of Kimbra, Rivers Cuomo of Weezer, Dragonette, and Jamie Lidell, and he has performed across the...

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Gretchen Parlato has been described as having a voice like honey, with a captivating style that fuses elements of jazz, Brazilian, and African rhythms, and a touch of pop and electronic influences that create a sound that is entirely her own. Personally, she is one of my favorite vocalists to listen to with her impeccable phrasing, emotive storytelling, and collaborative spirit. Parlato has become a visionary in the contemporary ja...

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Grammy nominated artist, Ben O'Neill (guitarist, singer, songwriter), has played with some of the best known names in Pop, Hip Hop and R&B including John Legend, Jill Scott, Common, Sting, Kanye West, Christina Aguilera, Kid Cudi, and more. He has performed and co-written songs with Tye Tribbett and his "Soundcheck" band which redefined gospel music. Ben has contributed to many RnB, Gospel a...

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