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Welcome back! Today I am thrilled to introduce you to The Own Your Voice Academy team; the OYV Academy is an online education space offering workshops, masterclasses, and intensives for today's musicians, designed by Industry VIPs + Professional Educators! Regan Farney is a singer/songwriter, violinist, and one of the incredible OYV educators I'm excited to have you meet. I can't wait to share her musical insight, songwriting tips, and infectiously joyful personality with all of you! Join us as we get to know her a bit better, and prepare for her upcoming November workshop through the online academy! “There’s always this question when people begin songwriting of “do I start with the lyrics or the music?” and the truth is...I still don’t know! Some people prefer one over the other, but for me personally, it just depends on the day. You may find a preference when you begin writing more music, but for now, let me help you start with creating captivating lyrics!” - Regan Farney Want to learn all about verse + chorus structure? What part of the story is in the verse/chorus, Brainstorming theme #inspo, How to create rhyme schemes (that aren’t cheesy) ...and more? Songwriting, Simplified - Pt. 1 is live online, NOVEMBER 21st @5PM CST! Enroll: OwnYourVoiceAcademy.com Follow: @TheOYVAcademy + @ReganMae_Music See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to part 2 of my incredible conversation with Khaya Maseko! Today we are diving into what it means to be a successful crossover artist; Khaya began his career in musical theater, and through his journey of discovering his voice, began to pivot into the world of composing and recording! This journey has culminated in the release of his album, "Better Late Than Never", which is a vibrant mix of soul + jazz! We hope that this conversation inspires you to step outside of your comfort zone, redefine success, and find true happiness in your personal voice. To hear Khaya's newest single, head to his website: KhayaMusic.co.uk And follow his journey on all of the socials - @khayafhaya Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast + find the full episode on our Youtube channel! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Own Your Voice!  On today's episode, I had the opportunity to interview Khaya Maseko, an incredible European actor and entertainer! He first made his mark in the musical theater world, which began at the South African National Children’s Theatre. After winning a Naledi Award for Best Newcomer, he joined Disney’s "The Lion King" as cover Simba and part of the ensemble, which took him to Hong Kong, Switzerland and across the UK!   In late 2016, he made the decision to pivot his music career and focus on his journey as a solo artist - a decision he made after starting a job as a singer and pianist at the Piano Works in Farringdon. Soon after, he began work on his first EP entitled “Better Late Than Never”.   Khaya is also a part time composer and has composed dance pieces for Hong Kong's Fringe festival and The Place’s “Resolution” Dance festival. Check out his socials here - @khayafhaya I https://www.khayamusic.co.uk Before you go, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and STAY TUNED for pt. 2, to be released tomorrow! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Are you burnt out? Have you found yourself playing the Youtube/Instagram algorithm game, (because that's what it takes to be successful, right?) but find it sucking the life out of your passion? Or are you struggling to define who you are as an artist/entrepreneur, and can't seem to see how you fit in in today's mainstream culture? You are NOT alone! In today's social media driven world, it is so easy to fall into the trap of chasing the online numbers and exhausting your energy while trying to follow someone else's path to success, only to find that you've lost sight of your creative artistry in the process. Today's guest artists, Zach and Maggie White, are inspiring examples of how you can succeed without the label + pressure of being mainstream. In this episode, they share their musical journey, their songwriting tips, and their entrepreneurial process of staying relevant in Nashville's music scene without pressuring themselves to fit into a specific niche, play the algorithm game, or sell out to sound like everyone else. If they can do it, SO CAN YOU. Reclaim your unique creative identity, take the pressure off, put in work that you will enjoy, and thrive with these simple tips from Zach and Maggie! Check them out here - Insa + YouTube: @ZachandMaggieMusic Booking: www.ZachandMaggie.com Join the fam! @OwnYourVoicePodcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to today's episode! I am excited to introduce to you Bibi of Bibi Photography Studio; she is an incredible St. Louis-based photographer, and a dear friend of mine! The Own Your Voice Podcast was designed to highlight game-changing entrepreneurs and creative artists, have candid conversations about the business world, and inspire others with true stories of how business owners are authentically impacting the world around them. Wow...did Bibi deliver! Today, not only will we get to share Bibi's creative work, we also started this incredibly rich conversation about the importance of cultivating your craft, and the place that authenticity has in creating powerful, impactful work. So many of us think of authenticity as the new trendy word, but after today, we hope that you will be inspired to see it as SO much more. As the heart of our work, authenticity is what gives our work relatability, vulnerability, and a truly lasting impact. Enjoy! @ownyourvoicepodcast I @bibi_photography_01 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to 2020! Let's talk New Year's resolutions! Everyone has them, right? Maybe, this year, you're feeling a little lost or lacking in direction in the face of a new season. Maybe you're struggling to find something you are even passionate about! If that sounds like you, I'm so glad you're here! Let's brainstorm together in today's podcast, which is FULL of tips to help you discover your passion. These real, actionable steps will help you begin your journey of self-discovery, teach you how to find your passion points, and encourage you to use them in a way that maximizes your ultimate fulfillment and peace. Are you ready to make 2020 your year? Let's go! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

So you have the PERFECT idea for your first single - how exciting! Do you know how to take that idea and turn it into something your audience will love?  Does the thought of turning that idea into lyrical rhyme schemes, the right song structure, and using chords other than I-IV-V-I have your head spinning? Or maybe you’ve already written the perfect lyrics, but you’re feeling stuck on how to make the music reflect YOUR unique style?   Well friends, I called in an expert in indie songwriting, just for you!  My dear friend and incredible STL musician, Mary Kate Walton, specializes in the unique and creative! I’ve always admired her ability to create interesting melodic lines, with upbeat and thought provoking lyrics, while staying true to her own style. If you are looking to be inspired in your own writing, and want to create a style that reflects who YOU are, you won’t want to miss this episode! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Are you a recovering perfectionist (like me!)? Welcome! If you are looking for actionable ways to pursue peace and ambition, this is the message for you. Let's talk! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Songwriters, this is for you! No inspiration? No problem! Today we will look at 7 key strategies (plus 3 amazing apps!) that will help you up your songwriting game. Keep listening to learn these writing essentials! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In an algorithm, formula driven world, how can we stand out while remaining unique? Tune in as we dig deeper into 6 actionable steps for professional success and personal/brand authenticity! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Are you ready to own your voice? Join us as we dive in to what this podcast has to offer, and learn why it is so powerful to you as a creative artist! Welcome to the community! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.