Queen KwongI met today’s guest through Substack, where she is writing a collection of essays about personal life events and how they have shaped her philosophies on music, fame, and famous musicians. Her parents raised her in a Denver goth/punk nightclub and hotels. She met Trent Reznor and toured with him as a teenager, performing music that’s been compared to L7, Hole, Iggy Pop, and Patti Smith. She has since experienced homelessness, marriage, divorce, fairytale beginnings and rock bottom endings. And recently revealed she has cystic fibrosis. She’s one the girls who was one of the guys and says it’s time for rockstars to die. Meet Carré a.k.a. Queen Kwong!Sign up for Herizon Music: The Newsletter & Podcast.In This EpisodeWhy “The Rockstar" must dieHow Carré got Johnny Knoxville to star in her music video “Sad Man”The story behind “Detroit Rock Shitty”The new Queen Kwong EP “Strangers” Facing cystic fibrosis head onThe one “ask” she has for Herizon Music listenersPlus her answers to The Shakedown questions!CreditsGuest: Carré of Queen KwongSong: “Sad Man” by Queen KwongHost: Thea WoodIntern: Remy KuoRecorded in October 2024.Disclaimer: Opinions of Herizon Music show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, advisors, or contractors.If you'd like to reproduce this podcast or a portion of the podcast or associated content, you must obtain prior approval in writing from Thea Wood Productions, LLC. Email [email protected] Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Mandy MayhemMandy Mayhem is a writer, actress, and single mom who took her karaoke rap alter ego public. Over 318,000 people now follow her Rated R rap videos on TikTok and Instagram. She wrote and starred in the TruTV musical comedy sketch series Mutha that appeared on Rachel Dratch’s Late Night Snack. The sketch’s raps eventually became her new EP of the same title, “MUTHA.”Songs like “Take My Man, Please!” and “I’m Not Here For Your Entertainment” give you an idea of how disgruntled she must be! She hosted the 2017 Amazon Prime talk show with a twist called Rapping With Actors. Who knew hip-hop and comedy were so intertwined? Her podcast Going Gray In Tinsel Town celebrates the joys of aging in the entertainment industry with heart-to-heart interviews with women in all roles of the industry. She’s the voice for the invisible yet infuriated middle-aged woman and puts the Parent in Parental Advisory.  Welcome, Mandy Mayhem! If you don’t see links (or videos!) in your podcast platform, get the full enchilada at HerizonMusic.com.In This Episode* Why we all need our own Mandy Mayhem alter egos sometimes.* Did the #metoo movement change the music industry? (Apparently not.)* Where feminine energy vs. masculine energy reside within your body.* Her rap video series depicting gut-wrenching moments everyday women endure.* Mixing "taboo" topics with comedy for effect.* How the Time Trampoline helps creatives balance life and art.Recorded in December 2023.Disclaimer: Opinions of Herizon Music show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, advisors, or contractors.Herizon Music is produced by Thea Wood Productions, LLC, an Amazon Associate that earns from qualifying purchases. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.Guest LinksYoutubeTikTokInstagramWebsiteCreditsGuest: Mandy MayhemSong: “I Am Swag” by Mandy MayhemHost: Thea WoodAudio Editor: Grace UslemanIntern: Remy KuoMore EpisodesIf you like this episode, you’ll love these…Boyfriend Wants Your F*ing Attention!Terri Nunn: From Sex to Transcendence w/ Strings Attached OverviewLurleen Ladd: Pursuing Music As A Second ActSupport This PodcastThere are 3 ways you can support women in music and Herizon Music: The Podcast:* Opt into a paid subscription - only $7.50 per month! You can pay $72 in advance for 12 months (or $6 per month) or become a Founding Member for $216 annually. Upgrade here.* Sponsor an episode! You or your business can reach our dreamers, rule breakers and rockstars in the most positive way possible! It’s super affordable to sponsor this evergreen content that includes a midroll after The Shakedown questions and logo/link in the Show Notes. Email me for a rate card for this and other marketing opportunities.* Sponsor a woman in music. Herizon Music Makers program is building a content library for professional and personal development for women in the music industry. Many women have a limited budget and have a hard time investing in themselves. When you sponsor a music maker, you directly impact her chances of success — however she defines it. Email me to become a patron. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Lissa Schneckenburger: Fostering Fiddle Music For The SoulLissa Schneckenburger is a fiddler, singer, and activist all rolled into one package. As a foster parent, she filled a void by creating music that specifically helps families find compassion, empathy and unity. Her latest album “Falling Forward” features a female cast of players and producer who brought her pandemic lockdown songs to life. And she’s got plenty more where those came from.When she’s not writing, she’s teaching fiddle and vocals with a specialty in ear training exercises to help kids and adults learn music by ear.  Meet the floorboards thumping, bow hair flying, fiddler on the roost: Lissa Schneckenburger!Herizon Music is produced by Thea Wood Productions, LLC, an Amazon Associate that earns from qualifying purchases. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.In This Episode* the difference between fiddle and violin* which song by The Proclaimers inspired the driving rhythms of her single “Look Away”* the challenges of fostering and the importance of community* neurological benefits of learning music by ear * her advice for those interested in starting a career in fiddle playingDisclaimer: Opinions of Herizon Music show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, advisors, or contractors.Guest LinksLissa Schneckenburger’s WebsiteFacebookYoutubeInstagramX (formerly Twitter)Show CreditsGuest: Lissa SchneckenburgerHost: Thea WoodEditor: Jessica TomlinsonIntern: Remy KuoMore Episodes (click titles to listen)Violinist Blanca Gonzalez from Columbia to Carnegie HallAli Dineen Speaks Truth to Power in Her Latest LPEthnomusicology, Whitewashing, & Appropriation of Black Music feat. Kelley GloverSupport This PodcastThere are 3 ways you can support women in music and Herizon Music: The Podcast* Opt into a paid subscription - only $7.50 per month! You can pay $72 in advance for 12 months (or $6 per month) or become a Founding Member for $216 annually. Upgrade here.* Sponsor an episode! You or your business can reach our dreamers, rule breakers and rockstars in the most positive way possible! It’s super affordable to sponsor this evergreen content that includes a midroll after The Shakedown questions and logo/link in the Show Notes. Email me for a rate card for this and other marketing opportunities.* Sponsor a woman in music. Herizon Music Makers program is building a content library for professional and personal development for women in the music industry. Many women have a limited budget and have a hard time investing in themselves. When you sponsor a music maker, you directly impact her chances of success — however she defines it. Email me to become a patron. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Can DJ Shotski Save Polka From Aging Out?I met DJ Shotski (Stacy Harbaugh) through her Substack home called Shotski’s Lodge. Her posts immediately attracted my attention because she does something that no one else I know does:She produces radio shows, videos, and articles featuring the glory of … polka!And not just any polka, Stacy specializes in Dutchmen-style polka from Wisconsin. Talk about a niche topic! For a musical genre with an aging population, she is the young voice ushering in the next generation of fans. Is her passion contagious? It was for me!Stacy’s love of polka shines through in her branding, which looks like a European beer label. Her articles and videos spotlight the cultural aspects of polka such as dancing, lodges, beer gardens, beer drinking, and yes, vinyl. Lots and lots of vinyl.If a polka party breaks out in Wisconsin, she’s on the scene with two turn tables and a microphone!Herizon Music is produced by Thea Wood Productions, LLC, an Amazon Associate that earns from qualifying purchases. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.In This Episode* How she chose polka music as her DJ genre— this is a mini-master class on researching and defining your niche!* What swing and ska music have in common with polka* The different styles of polka (there are many!)* Up-and-coming female polka acts* Her advice to women who want to become a DJIf the following links aren’t working on your podcast platform, visit HerizonMusic.com to access them on Substack. Guest LinksShotski’s Lodge on SubstackDJShotski.comFacebookInstagramCreditsGuest: Stacy Harbaugh, a.k.a. DJ ShotskiHost: Thea WoodEditor: Lora Cornes and Lauren Cooper at Mix Messiah ProductionsThea’s Magic Mind StoryIn this podcast episode, I share my experience with a new liquid supplement called Magic Mind. Menopause has caused issues with fog brain and low energy levels— like how you feel after following your favorite band for weeks without ample sleep or homemade food! So when Magic Mind contacted me to try it with a consideration fee, I said yes in spite of my skepticism.You’ll see from the podcast story that I was pleasantly surprised about the results. So much so, that I asked Magic Mind to create a discount code for Herizon Music fans. And they came through!Get 20% to 56% off your first order using this URL and the discount code HERIZON20 on the payment page during checkout.100% money back guarantee.Note: I do not receive a commission on sales. This discount is a perk for being a Herizon Music subscriber! Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Babilonia: The Many Voices of Celia ChavezCelia Chavez gave up a singing career for the financial security that everyone said would make her happy.  When she could no longer deny her passion or stay in an abusive marriage, her journey took her to New York and eventually to international stages as back up singer for Enrique Iglesias, P!NK, Burning Spear, Julia Fordham, and Melody Gardot.She then decided to jump 20-feet toward center stage, married her musical soul mate Simon Petty, and recently came out with an EP “If I Ever Think To Double Back.”She’s the sailor’s daughter and muse’s chanteuse who is a little bit jazz, a little bit reggae, a little bit country, and a little bit rock and roll. Please welcome Celia Chavez, a.k.a Babilonia!Herizon Music is produced by Thea Wood Productions, LLC, an Amazon Associate that earns from qualifying purchases. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.In This Episode* The cost of exchanging a musical career for perceived financial security* Singing for a promotional tour vs. a concert tour* The unexpected way she landed an audition with Enrique Iglesias* Her philosophy on vocal harmony & coaching style* How international travel affects your voiceIf the following links aren’t working on your podcast provider, click this link to access them on Substack.GUEST LINKSwebsiteinstagramfacebookCREDITSGuest: Celia ChavezHost/Producer: Thea WoodEditor: Miesha BurleySong: “Anniversary” by Celia ChavezPhoto: 📸 Jamila Ford Thea’s Magic Mind StoryIn this podcast episode, I share my experience with a new liquid supplement called Magic Mind. Menopause has caused issues with fog brain and low energy levels— like how you feel after following your favorite band for weeks without ample sleep or homemade food! So when Magic Mind contacted me to try it with a consideration fee, I said yes in spite of my skepticism.You’ll see from the podcast story that I was pleasantly surprised about the results. So much so, that I asked Magic Mind to create a discount code for Herizon Music fans. And they came through!Get 20% to 56% off your first order using this URL and the discount code HERIZON20 on the payment page during checkout.100% money back guarantee.Note: I do not receive a commission on sales. This discount is a perk for being a Herizon Music subscriber! Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Connie Reeves: Saved By The LightTaff Optical Pickups founder Connie Reeves could have missed her calling. Spending her young, formative years in war-torn Chile, Connie’s adulthood was plagued by depression and alcoholism. But one dark day, a small ray of light changed her life’s direction. With the spiritual green light from a 1960’s pioneer in sound technology, Connie went on to develop this millennium’s biggest advancement in stringed instrumental amplification. In This Episode * A “terrifying” first concert experience and Shakedown Q&A* What is a pickup and how it works* What makes Taff pickups different and better for the discerning player* How a ray of light saved her life* Advice for women starting over and following their passion when others say they are crazyDisclaimer: Opinions of Herizon Music show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, advisors, or contractors. Thea Wood Productions, LLC is an Amazon Associate that earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.Connect with ConnieTaff Optical Pickups WebsiteInstagramFacebookHerizon Music: The Podcast is a reader-supported production. To receive new posts and support our work, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.CreditsGuest: Connie ReevesHost and Producer: Thea WoodIntern: Nora KappIf you like this episode, please click the “heart” icon and share with friends. ICYMI - Past Podcast Episodes Lurleen Ladd: Pursuing Music As A Second ActMichele Darling: Women, Technology & Music's FutureFemale Guitar Techs Who Don’t Fret The Small Stuff Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Satori Shakoor: Detroit's Funkadelic Midwife of StoriesBorn Jeanette McGruder in 1954, Detroit native Satori Shakoor knew she wanted to be a star from a young age. Her wish was granted with an audition for George Clinton’s group, The Brides of Funkenstein, and later becoming backing singer for Parliament Funkadelic. Stardom takes on many forms, and hers led to an unexpected yet successful career in storytelling after traumatic life-changing events. This episode is dedicated to storytellers everywhere.Note: This episode was recorded in 2022. If there is one regret I have besides it’s delayed publication, it’s hat we didn’t talk about the amazing costumes Satori wore on stage. A good reasons for a follow-up chat!In This Episode* A third grader with a homemade violin* New York, stolen recordings and Luther Vandross and Irene Cara* A day in the life as a “Brides of Funkenstein” with Parliament Funkadelic* Recovering from post partum depression* How the loss of her child and the Wall Street crash changed her life’s direction* How storytelling became her life’s purposeMeet Satori!Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, advisors, or contractors. Connect with SatoriThea Wood Productions, LLC is an Amazon Associate that earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.Buy Parliament MusicBuy Brides of FunkensteinListen To ParliamentListen to Brides of FunkensteinWatch Mike Judge Presents: Tales from the Tour BusWatch Tear the Roof Off: The Untold Story of Parliament FunkadelicSatori’s Video BioWebsiteCreditsGuest: Satori ShakoorHost and Producer: Thea WoodIntern: Nora KappThea’s Magic Mind StoryIn this podcast, I share my first experience with a new type of liquid supplement called Magic Mind. Menopause has caused issues with fog brain and low energy levels— like how you feel after following your favorite band for weeks without ample sleep or homemade food! So when Magic Mind contacted me to try it with a consideration fee, I said yes in spite of my skepticism.You’ll see from the podcast story that I was pretty excited about the results. So much so, that I asked Magic Mind to create a discount code for Herizon Music fans. And they came through! Get 20% to 56% off your first order using this URL and the discount code HERIZON20 during checkout. 100% money back guarantee. HTTPS://magicmind.com/herizonNote: I do not receive a commission on sales. This discount is a perk for being a Herizon Music subscriber!If you liked this episode and want to stay connected, please subscribe to our newsletter for episode announcements, articles, live event updates, and more! Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

SummaryIf you’re a movie buff, you’re going to love today’s guest. She’s a composer and multi-instrumentalist whose music has appeared in over 30 motion pictures and soundtracks like Porno, This Is Jessica, and Lotte That Silhouette Girl.Not to mention over 100 song placements in Emmy and BAFTA award-winning shows like Ellen DeGeneres, The Young & The Restless, Skins, Teen Titans Go, and Dance Moms. All you gamers out there may even recognize her sounds in the Microsoft video game Project Spark.She also records and performs as White Widow and recently released a new album “So She Howls,” which is nominated for a 2024 GRAMMY in the “Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album” category.Her work has earned her over a dozen awards, nominations and fellowships since 2015, with two of her film scores presented at the Academy of Motion Pictures and Sciences Museum.I am so excited to welcome the musical champion for women, minorities, immigrants and the LGBTQ community, and the woman who Sandra Bernhardt calls “so fucking groovy that it scares the shit out of me!”Meet Carla Patullo!In This Episode* Carla’s 2024 GRAMMY-nominated album So She Howls as music therapy for herself after grief and trauma* Soundscapes: what are they?* The differences in creating music for film/TV versus an album* The job of a film score’s music director explained* How Carla’s publishing deal got her into film and TV work* Projects she’s drawn to based on personal valuesDisclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, advisors, or contractors. Connect with CarlaBuy The MusicStream The MusicWebsiteYouTubeFacebookInstagramX (not Twitter)CreditsGuest: Carla PatulloHost and Producer: Thea WoodSong: “Earth” by Carla Patullo, Lily Haydn, Tonality Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

GoGo Germaine: A Riot Grrrl’s Fury Painted BlackAuthor and music journalist Erin Barnes, a.k.a. GoGo Germaine, shares the highs and lows of her girl gang days as a teen rebel. Her book Glory Guitars: Memoir of a ‘90s Teenage Punk Rock Grrrl chronicles Gogo’s questionable firsts at varying degrees of sobriety. There’s more than meets the eye to a woman who discovered she can see the true colors and healing power of music and words.   In This Episode* The story behind Erin’s nom de plume GoGo Germaine* Defining a riot grrrl from her own experience* Reliving hard memories like her jarring first kiss (trigger warning)* The anger her girl gang carried and how it manifested* Her super power: synesthesia, what it is and how it works for her* Advice for women aspiring to become music journalists and authorsDisclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, advisors, or contractors. Connect With GoGoThea Wood Productions, LLC is an Amazon Associate that earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to youWebsiteTikTokYouTubeFacebookInstagramBuy The BookCreditsGuest: Erin Barnes, a.k.a. GoGo GermaineHost and Producer: Thea WoodPhotos: Glenn RossBook Cover: Carri LawrenceBook Cover Art: Joel Amat Güell ArtThank you for reading Herizon Music: The Newsletter. This post is public so feel free to share it with other dreamers, rule breakers, and rockstars! Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Todays’s guest is a singer-songwriter with an evolutionary heart. Her story shines light on the meandering path that many of us often travel before finally committing to pursuing our deepest passions. An accountant and social worker by training, she founded nonprofits and other businesses with her husband, Dan.While she couldn’t muster the courage to audition for a voice class in college, she had the experience and grit to take a leap of faith and commit to a singing career. In a music industry that ages women out of success by their 30th birthday, she took the challenge head on.Since then, she’s released the appropriately titled pop album “No Goin’ Back” and has committed to helping other women over 40 realize their musical dreams. This year, she founded Wavemakers: Women In Music for women over 40 who are ready to take a chance and pursue a singing career.She’s the activist with a big voice, a big mind, and big aspirations of wiping ageism off the face of the music industry.Welcome, Lurleen Ladd! In This Episode– Growing up in an abusive household– Perfection as a dream killer– The “Hell No!” spreadsheet we might all need– How radio helped cure stage fright– Kids vs. adults and the learning arc– Lurleen’s plans to help women over 40 start singing as their second act Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, advisors, or contractors. Connect with Lurleen LaddWebsite https://lurleenladd.com/ and https://www.wwimusic.com/Spotify https://lurleenladd.com/lurleen-ladd-contactYouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiOOCPxVUY19Vd5NbVULXQQFacebook https://www.facebook.com/Lurleensings/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lurleenladd/CreditsGuest: Lurleen LaddHost & Producer: Thea Wood, Thea Wood Productions, LLCAudio Editing/Production: Qixiang TongSocial: Bianca Garcia and her social media teamOliver (sexy AI voice): Murf AITheme Music: Pond 5Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors. Thank you for reading Herizon Music: The Newsletter. This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

It’s my first podcast episode to launch on Substack!  Scroll to the bottom to hear more episodes— all are available for free. Herizon Music is funded by subscribers like yourself. If you like what you hear and see, pls upgrade to a paid subscription. Thank you for joining our band of dreamers, rule breakers, and rockstars! — Thea 🎶Upgrade now!Today’s guest is the first female chair of the Electronic Production and Design Department at Berklee College of Music. She is a sound designer, Composer/Producer, Recording engineer, and founder of Women Beatmakers.She worked for many years as part of the Emmy Award–winning production team at Sesame Workshop, where she composed music, worked on sound design, and recorded voice work for The Muppets. Other sound credits include animated television shows, such as Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh!; online media; games; and applications for clients such as 4Kids Entertainment, HBO Family, the Learning Channel, Moshi Monsters, Toca Boca, and more.And as if that wasn’t enough, she performs with Girls Like Bass as her alter ego Misha D and with the experimental project Aerostatic.From college chair by day to funked up beat master by night, meet the talented Michele Darling!In This Episode— Learn what electronic music production and design is all about and how music is used in movie and gaming environments— How Virtual Reality is shaping the future of sound engineering and music— Music for classic cartoons like Looney Tunes vs. modern anime like Pokemon— Alter ego Misha D and the importance of nomenclature as an entertainer— Why adding tech education into women’s groups promotes gender equity in musicConnect with Michele DarlingWebsiteInstagram @mdarlingsoundFacebookLinkedInCreditsGuest: Michele DarlingHost & Producer: Thea Wood, Thea Wood Productions, LLCAudio Editing/Production: Amir Halevi and Qixiang TongSocial: Bianca Garcia and her social media teamTheme Music: Pond 5Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Thea Wood Productions, LLC or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors.  Thank you for reading Herizon Music: The Newsletter. This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Vanessa Lively walks the talk of a free-spirited soul who channels the healing power of music into uplifting the chronically unhoused in Austin, TX.  Her story as a creative and advocate is powerful and thought provoking. In this episode:Vanessa’s gypsy-esque musical roots and lifestyle that took her from Texas to Ecuador to Bolivia and Peru.The song contest hosted by Noel Paul Stooky of Peter Paul & Mary that jump started the nonprofit Home Street MusicHow Home Street’s music circle transforms people who are chronically unhoused, like musician Scott OsborneListen to Vanessa’s original song “Oh, Deliverance” which came to her in a dream– twice! – when she felt her life was falling apart.Learn about the “The Trinity” daily practice for women to share with each other – it’s like a daisy chain of personal growth and accomplishment. Listen and try it with a friend!Get "Mama Gena's School of Womanly Arts" on Amazon today!Connect with Vanessa Lively:  Website InstagramFacebook LinkedInVisit Home Street Music: Website InstagramFacebookIf you like what you hear, sign up for our newsletter here.Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music: The Podcast or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors.   Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Dr. Jennifer Whitehead is an associate professor of music at Ohio Wesleyan University. With a Doctorate of Musical Arts in voice and singing health, she's teaching the next generation the skills necessary to heighten and extend their singing careers. Anyone who speaks for a living can benefit from her wisdom. She frequently appears in both staged and concert works in central Ohio, where recent roles with Opera / Columbus include Kate Pinkerton in Madame Butterfly, Guinevere in Camelot, Papagena in The Magic Flute, and Yum-Yum in The Mikado. Let's bust some myths and hit the high notes of vocal health! See episode notes.In this episode, Jennifer covers:What you need to know about vocal health if you’re a singer, speaker, or any vocal-centric professionHer strong opinions about auto-tune usage in modern musicClassical vs. modern vocal techniques: is one bad for you?The “backpack look” and what it conveys about youDo fat ladies really sound better, and how does appearance affect women in music industry?How she’s putting her creative/journalistic writing skills to workVisit https://backstagechats.com/jennifer-whitehead for full Show Notes, videos, social links, and credits!This podcast is a production of Herizon Music Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit based in Austin, TX. If you like what you hear, sign up for our newsletter here.Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Bassist Janis Wallin is the “Mistress of Groove” of the jam band scene. With decades of experience, she’s the bass teaching, vegetarian-eating,  Bootsy-loving trail blazer with an alter ego.In This Episode - Why it took nine years for her band band Family Groove Company to finish their newest album titled “Through With Tomorrow” - The story behind a personal invite to join legendary bassist Victor Wooten — with only 10 minutes to show time- How to prepare for playing in multiple bands who improvise on hundreds of songs- Her sidekick Bootsy and her rap-lovin’ alter ego (you may see her on stage!)Visit https://backstagechats.com/janis-wallin for full Show Notes, videos, social links, and show credits!This podcast is a production of Herizon Music Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit based in Austin, TX. If you like what you hear, sign up for our newsletter here.Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors.   Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Cheryl B. Engelhardt received her first New Age Ambient or Chant Album GRAMMY Award nomination this year for her latest album “The Passenger.” Thea Wood spoke to her about the therapeutic story behind the album, which was written and recorded on a cross-country train trip and produced and mastered by an all-female team.In this episode, Cheryl covers:– How New Age/Ambient music is different than other genres– The challenges of writing/recording an album on a train  (with a few good travel tips thrown in!)– The influence that her best friend’s death had on this album, and the hidden message for him– The GRAMMY nomination process and playing the long game to winPlus, Cheryl’s answers to The Shakedown!Visit https://backstagechats.com/cheryl-b-engelhardt for full Show Notes, videos, social links, and show credits!Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors.    Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

BlueSkye is the teen sensation from Michigan who is taking her unique brand of songwriting to the top! As Herizon Music’s Tate-Makeba Rising Star award winner in 2022, she made the most of her year. In this chat, meet the teen who is taking the Midwest by storm— blue skies and all!In this episode, BlueSkye covers:— The origin of her unique name.— Her not-so-lucky Lucky Penny— The story of her song "America’s Middle Class"— What it's like to audition for the NBC television show The Voice.Visit https://herizonmusic.org/blueskye for full Show Notes, videos, social links, and videos!Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors.  This podcast is a production of Herizon Music Foundation, a nonprofit uplifting women in music through education, experience, and role-coding programs. It’s made possible thanks to fans like yourself.  Please donate today! Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

This podcast is a production of Herizon Music Foundation, a nonprofit uplifting women in music through education, experience, and role-coding programs. It’s made possible thanks to fans like yourself.  Please donate today!In this episode, Katie covers:— What does the TV show producer do behind the scenes?— The most memorable thing a celebrity showed her on AXS TV series “Rock & Tell."— How she snagged a job from another host.— A valuable lesson her billionaire boss Mark Cuban taught her (and why you may not want to be his landlord). Visit https://herizonmusic.org/katie-daryl for full Show Notes, videos, social links, and videos!Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors.  Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

This is Part II of Thea Wood’s chat with Donna Jean Godchaux McKay. In this episode, the Alabama native leaves a promising musical career in Muscle Shoals for uncharted waters in California. She got more than she bargained for! This podcast is a production of Herizon Music Foundation, a nonprofit uplifting women in music through education, experience, and role-coding programs. It’s made possible thanks to fans like yourself.  Please donate today! In this episode, Donna Jean Godchaux Mackay covers:— Why she left a lucrative music career in Muscle Shoals— Her life-changing decision to join the Grateful Dead — Forming female friendships while on the road— Regrouping after tragedy strikes — Why she re-recorded “Shelter” and its importance in today’s world Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors.  Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

In this chat, Donna Jean Godchaux Mackay covers:Meeting and working with a young Cher in the studioThe homemade “instrument" her mother came up with so she could make music as a childHow Muscle Shoals became a safe haven for musicians amidst societal turmoilHow Elvis treated her in the studio and his last words to her before his deathWhat surprising outfit teen Donna Jean wore to the recording studio --  they still talk about today!Cultivating lifelong friendships through musicCredits:Song "Shelter" courtesy of Donna Jean & The TrickstersDonate to our nonprofit Herizon Music Foundation TODAY and help us uplift the next generation of women in music!Full show notes along with links to guest sites, social, and more are at BackstageChats.com.Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors.   Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

When you hear our next guest’s last name, you most likely think of her larger-than-life big brother David Lee Roth — lead singer of Van Halen. But did you know that musical prowess ran in the family?  Driven to turn her love of music into a gift that mothers and babies could enjoy together, Lisa Roth conceived an album series called Rockabye Baby, which transforms pop and rock hits into instrumental lullabies. Acts like Metallica, Lady Gaga, Fleetwood Mac, Madonna, No Doubt, Snoop Dogg, and (of course) Van Halen have never sounded so sweet.  With over 100 albums released and billions of streams under her belt, she’s proven to be an exceptional entrepreneur, record label executive and creative director. In this episode, Lisa covers:Life as a kid in the Roth householdHow the ‘60s and ‘70s school integration and women’s lib movements shaped her journeyTransforming a rock anthem into a soothing lullaby (it ain’t easy!)Which skillset gives her an advantage as an entrepreneurPlus, Lisa’s answers to The Shakedown!See full show notes, links, and videos at backstagechats.com/lisa-roth Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Terri Nunn is the lead singer of Berlin, which many remember from the height of MTV music video days as the sexy trio who brought us “The Metro,” “Sex,” and their runaway Top Gun soundtrack anthem “Take My Breath Away.” The track earned them an Academy Award and a Golden Globe. Here we are 40 years and 8 albums later, and the band introduced their newest album titled “Strings Attached” featuring the Prague Philharmonic Orchestra re-visiting the band’s most iconic tunes. In early 2021, host Thea Wood conducted this remote interview with Terri Nunn. In This EpisodeTerri shares— The change in mindset that set her free to be happier and take more risks— Getting the Prague Philharmonic Orchestra to sex it up a bit (tell us if you think it worked)— Recording a video in an active dungeon with a “big reveal” at the end— Discussing the sexual nature of her art with her kids— The most memorable words her mother shared before passing on from cancer— Her life-long fear of people and fear of “losing it all”CreditsGuest: Terri Nunn of BerlinHost: Thea WoodEngineering/Production: Shea CarothersPhoto credit: Marc GreenSong: “Now It’s My Turn” from album “Strings Attached” featuring the Prague Philharmonic Orchestra. Written by John Buckner CrawfordThis is a Herizon Music Foundation production. 2021 ©. Special thanks to RAS Associates and Gibson Brands for supporting Herizon Music’s education, experience, and role-modeling programs. Contact [email protected] if you’d like to join our cause. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

You may be asking: “What more does Kalie Shorr have to say?” As it turns out, a lot! If you missed the first episode titled "Kalie Shorr: How She Became An Open Book," listen here.In the conclusive deep dive chat with Kalie, she covers: — Discovering discrimination in the Nashville music scene— Using age as a power play — Putting sisters before misters— What feminists DON'T do to each other — The smart way to write a song about someone who has wronged youSee full show notes and Kalie's new music videos (released after this chat was recorded) at BackstageChats.com.BCWIM is produced by Herizon Music Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit in Austin, TX. We depend on music fans like you to help keep this program and our other education and experience projects going so we can uplift the next gen of womxn in music. Learn more about our work. Thank you for your support! SHOW CREDITSGuest: Kalie ShorrHost: Thea WoodPhoto: Catherine PowellProduction/Audio engineer: Thea WoodIntern: Alyssa ViernesSong: "Escape" written by Kalie Shorr and Candi Carpenter, from the album Open BookTheme Music provider: Pond 5Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Recorded in February 2021 via Zoom, Country music sensation Kalie Shorr shares her journey to voicing taboo topics in the first of a two-part podcast series. Her debut album “Open Book” was listed at #7 on the New York Times Best Albums of 2019, named one of CMT’s Next Women of Country, The New Nashville by Teen Vogue, a Top 10 Country Artists to Watch in 2019 by Huffington Post.In this Part 1 episode, Kalie Shorr covers:— Her tumultuous childhood growing up the youngest of 7 half siblings — The tragic loss that opened her up to voicing taboo topics in her songwriting— Teen eating disorders based on her personal struggle with anorexia and the road toward healing— Answers to the Shakedown questions, including the Pearl Jam song that shook her worldCredits:Guest: Kalie ShorrHost: Thea WoodPhoto: Catherine PowellProduction/Audio engineer: John NeffIntern: Claudia DortmanTheme Music provider: Pond 5Visit https://backstagechats.com/kalie-shorr-part-1 for expanded show notes, including artist music videos and social media links.  Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Ep 28: Blanca Cecilia Gonzalez is the epitome of realizing the American Dream. Her tale of immigrating from Columbia to the United States and rising to become the concert master multiple times at Carnegie Hall will warm your heart. Never miss an episode! Sign up for the Spotlight Newsletter. In this episode, Blanca covers:— What it was like adapting to her new life in New York at the tender age of four.— The “Suzuki Method” of learning to play an instruments— Playing Carnegie Hall for the first time — Why she was told not to wear shoes to a blind audition— Playing with the all-female, GRAMMY winning mariachi band Flor de Toloache— The advantages of collaborating and touring with her husband and their project “1 in 2.”Plus her answers to The Shakedown questions! Donate to our nonprofit Herizon Music Foundation TODAY and help us uplift the next generation of women in music by supporting this podcast!Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Kelley Glover is an ethnomusicologist, teacher, and entrepreneur who created, composed, and produced the music education game app and cartoon UBetterSing! One of her goals is to educate music lovers about systematic racism, colonization practices, and how they affect music academia. Kelley’s research and stories stem from her personal experiences and research at Howard University and public education music programs as both a student and teacher. This episode contains frank and sometimes difficult topics that we need to understand so we can all create and enjoy music that we believe in, relate to, and love. Never miss an episode! Sign up for the Spotlight Newsletter.                                      In this episode, Kelley covers:- Her relation to famous musical celebrities (Danny Glover isn’t one of them!). - Defining ethnomusicology, music appropriation in the classroom, and the white washing of blackface minstrel songs. - Mandated classical-European musical instruction and its limitations on diverse music genres in academia.- Research projects with Texas State University and HeartMath on the relation between stress, music, and meditation.- Her music education program UBetterSing! and its goal to educate the next generation of music in a modern, diverse, and entertaining way. And, of course, Kelley’s answers to The Shakedown! See guest links and videos here.Donate to our nonprofit Herizon Music Foundation TODAY and help us uplift the next generation of women in music by supporting this podcast!Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Maggie Szabo is a Canadian immigrant who's tackling feminine stereotypes, social injustice, and cellulite with lipstick in hand. Her pop music sensibilities poke fun at pop culture while redefining it for the next generation. We think she’s spot on… and 100% “worth the weight!”In this episode, Maggie Szabo covers:Making the music video “I Don’t Need You” during COVID (and who is the hot guy who wants his lipstick back?)Landing a promo song for BET series Tyler Perry’s Sistas and Jennifer Hudson choosing her song “Love Is Free” for The Voice contestant Kennedy Holmes.Her path to championing transgender youthBody shaming and facing the loaded question: “Is pop music ready for STRONG to be the new SEXY?”Don't miss an episode of Backstage Chats with Women in Music. Sign up for our Spotlight Newsletter today!Disclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Ava Paige is country music’s 16-year-old rising star who is wise beyond her years. A cancer diagnosis opened her young eyes to hardship, the importance of family (including those you choose), and the power of hope. In this episode, Ava covers:— How her single “Hope Comes In” took on a surprise meaning— The influence cancer has had on her relationship with music and songwriting— Appearing on “The Talk” with Marie Osmond and what they have in common— Her favorite cosmic obsession— The one life goal she’d like to achieve — and it’s a winner!   Help us keep Backstage Chats with Women in Music alive by supporting our nonprofit Herizon Music Foundation.  Click here to learn more. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Lauren LoGrasso is a self-proclaimed multi-passionate creative.  Her two new songs “Road to Glory” and “RISE” are anthemic and optimistic at a time when society needs it most. Lauren is a musician, singer/songwriter, actor, podcast producer, and creativity coach who shares her views on creativity's role in overcoming fear, suffering, and the future of society.Love what we're doing? Support our nonprofit Herizon Music Foundation.    Be an angel and give a girl wings! In this episode, Lauren covers:-- Embracing "angsty optimism"-- Her father's biggest fear for his daughter (sound familiar?) -- The scary side effects of repressed creativity-- The most common trait that highly creative people shareAnd, of course, her answers to The Shakedown!See additional music videos and social media links at https://backstagechats.com/lauren-lograssoDisclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Denise Parent is the drummer and vocalist for the first all-female Grateful Dead tribute band. And we say “It’s about time!” Thanks to an introduction through David Ganz of The Grateful Dead Hour, host Thea Wood caught up with Parent for this remote interview. Parent covers a lot of ground, so pop in your earbuds and let’s get started with The Shakedown!  (watch videos and more at the extended Show Notes page) Never miss an episode-- sign up for our newsletter.In this episode Parent chats about:- The historic night of her first all-female Dead cover band show- How maturity has changed her approach toward drumming- The joke she played on an unwitting fan (he was a good sport about it!)- The “4 Agreements” - and why they’ve always stuck with her- Different styles of how men and women communicateThank you to our friends at Strait Music in Austin, TX for supporting Herizon Music Foundation. This is a production of Herizon Music FoundationDisclaimer: Opinions of show guests are not necessarily those of Herizon Music Foundation, Inc. or its employees, volunteers, officers/directors, or contractors. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Today, we’re Zooming to you from Austin, Texas as we are all practicing a social distancing lifestyle during the coronavirus pandemic. If you're feeling the covid blues, this is your episode!Meet Andra Liemandt, the co-founder of The Mrs, a pop band formed by a group of moms who have been on a mission since 2013. That mission and a powerful music video featuring a magic mirror earned national recognition on Good Morning America and the Queen Latifah Show. All in spite of record labels saying  "no" to their music based on ageism rather than merit.Andra Liemandt is the drummer, singer, songwriter and philanthropist who will build you up, buttercup!   Extended show notes, videos, and more at BackstageChats.com.Special thanks to Kendra Scott, Cobi Collins of Mary Kay Cosmetics, and Lover Girl Cosmetics.In this episode, Andra Liemandt covers:-- Facing vulnerability during the global pandemic-- How Liemandt faced blatant ageism in the music industry, and worked around it-- How her dance background contributed to her musical talents-- Why she founded Kindness Campaign, focusing on youth's mental health Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Today, we’re coming at you from Strait Music, Austin’s 3rd generation, family-owned music store that has won the Austin Music Awards Best Instrument Repair award for three out of the last four years.   The secret sauce includes not one but *two* female guitar techs (and multi-instrumentalists) who work side by side, which is like finding a 5-leaf clover in the desert.   Meet the women who are upstairs, behind the bench, and close to every guitar’s heart: Lauren Ellis and Jessica Baker.Our podcast is a production of the nonprofit Herizon Music Foundation. Please support the next generation of women in music through education, experience, and role modeling programs. Click here to donate today. IN THIS EPISODEJessica and Lauren cover:-- The difference between a guitar tech, a backline tech, and a luthier.-- Lauren’s experience of touring with The Eagles vs. The Monkees.-- Jessica’s hardest gig EVER, and why she’d do it all over again.-- How to play with the boys and be taken seriously.-- Are United Auto Workers union members natural musicians? Lauren knows best :-) And, of course, The Shakedown!Thanks to Caroline Crawford Consulting for supporting Herizon Music Foundation and the next generation of women in music. More information about her nonprofit consulting services is at CarolineCrawfordConsulting.com. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Having moved ~28 times by age 21, nomadic singer/songwriter Shelley King found her heart and her home in Austin, Texas. Shelley is a singer-songwriter, band leader, and the first woman to be appointed Official State Musician of Texas by the state legislature in 2008. She’s the boot scootin’, whisky shootin’, darling of Texas music royalty. Get ready for a high-energy chat with Shelley King recorded at One-2-One Bar in Austin, TX.In this episode, you'll get the inside story on: -- Why Shelley moved so often growing up and its influence on her music-- Collaborating  with her "Texas Trifecta" friends Marcia Ball and Caroline Wonderland (how she met Wonderland is music history gold)-- The divine intervention that shaped her song "Levon's Drum," in tribute to the late Levon Helm, for her album Kick Up Your Heels.-- The moment she realized she'd rather play on stage than sit in a law office.And, of course, Shelley answers "The Shakedown" questions with royal flare!See videos, music links, and extended Show Notes on BackstageChats.com/shelley-kingIf you like what we're doing, please donate to Herizon Music Foundation, which produces our podcast. Thanks to our friends at Green Rush Austin for choosing Herizon Music Foundation as their preferred charity.  Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Don’t let the sweet smile and upbeat outlook fool you. Throw Kendal Conrad to the wolves, and she’ll come back the leader of the pack. Kendal is country pop’s rising star who isn’t afraid to create her own opportunity in an industry full of closed doors and scary stories. In fact, she’s up for the challenge with her “I dare you” attitude and a killer cowboy boot collection.  Love what we're doing? Please click the "donate" button at https://backstagechats.com.In this episode, Kendal Conrad reveals:Why she hesitated to release her single “Leader of the Pack”How she wound up singing on stage with Keith UrbanThe trick to landing stadium gigsHer obsession with horror movies, including a lullaby for Norman BatesThe tough road for women in country music Thanks to Labyrinth, Inc. for supporting Herizon Music Foundation. More information is at labyrinth.com.  Thanks to the international Wellness Shoppers Club for partnering with Herizon Music Foundation.  More information is at info.greenrushaustin.comCredits:“Leader of The Pack” song by Kendal Conrad, Sharen Conrad, Anthony GallagherHost: Thea WoodProduction: Podcast EngineersVoiceover: Cathryn WoodFeature photo: Jim Trocchio   Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Recorded at the end of 2019, this chat with guitarist/singer/songwriter Jackie Venson foreshadows events that would unfold in Summer 2020. Just a few weeks before launching this episode, Jackie took a stand. She publicly turned down an invitation to play the perennial event “Blues on The Green” which is hosted by Austin City Limits Radio.  Listen to the episode to find out why she turned it down and what history-changing result came of it.Thanks to the international Wellness Shoppers Club for partnering with Herizon Music Foundation.  More information is at info.greenrushaustin.comIn this episode, Jackie Venson covers:-- The “zen” aspects of not hyper-focusing on career goals-- Why cities like Austin struggle with musical and racial diversity  -- Standing up for yourself in business and creative decisions-- Technology’s role in her live performances-- Who would be in her “dream band”   Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Denise Kaufman (a.k.a. Mary Microgram) is an original Merry Prankster and co-founder of 1960’s psychedelic rock band Ace of Cups.Cups was one of the first all female rock bands who wrote and performed their own music in the United States. They earned great success in the 1960’s San Francisco music scene, playing with The Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, Quick Silver Messenger, and Janis Joplin & The Holding Company to name a few.Jimi Hendrix praised Ace of Cups in the media. Yet, they never signed a record deal, and after five years together, the players went their separate ways on good terms.After almost 50 years, the band reformed to record an astounding 24 music tracks for their first studio album titled Ace of Cups.  Denise Kaufman’s bandmates include: Mary Gannon (bass), Marla Hunt (organ, piano), Mary Ellen Simpson (lead guitar), and Diane Vitalich (drums).Denise Kaufman proves that not all who wander are lost— they may just be taking an unconventional path! She’s Ace of Cups harmonica-playing singer-songwriter, guitarist/bassist, true life Merry Prankster, and the yogi whom the stars call. In this episode, Denise Kaufman covers:How her Merry Prankster acid days led to a hospital stay that sparked the formation of Ace of CupsThe surprise revival of the band’s psychedelic sound 50 years laterSwapping musical ideas with her yoga client named Madonna (yes, THAT Madonna)Handling the death of friends from the Haight-Ashbury music scene    If you love what we’re doing, please support our show and the next generation of women by donating just $10 today.  Click here to give the gift of music to a teen girl in need. Thank you! Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

The healing power of music is real, and leading researcher/music therapist Hope Young is on the cutting edge of breakthroughs in treating chronic disease, autism, ADHD, and mental illness. Young discusses the science behind music therapy and the successes she has witnessed.  Hope Young has treated patients with various ailments for over 30 years and shares her stories of hope for those who previously had none. Trigger warning: chronic disease, mental illness, and suicide are all discussed in this episode. If you are experiencing any health issues or suicidal thoughts, please contact your healthcare provider immediately. In this episode,  you'll hear:-- How music affects the brain differently than other forms of stimulation-- An example of music that helps Cerebral Palsy and Parkinson's patients walk with ease-- Treating ADHD and Autistic kids with music-- Combining artificial intelligence with music for anytime-anywhere relief Plus Hope's answers to The Shakedown! Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

From music teacher to innovative looping artist/vocalist/songwriter/producer, Angela Sheik stuns audiences as a live looper whose bare feet create songs before your very ears. Winner of the 2011-2012 Boss U.S. National Loop Champion, her 2019 Tiny Desk Contest submission "chiN uP giRL" received an honorable mention and well-deserved praise from NPR's "All Songs Considered." If you like what you hear, support the cause by visiting backstagechats.com and clicking the DONATE button.In this episode, Angela talks aboutWhat defines a looping artistThree key factors to her looping success (it ain't easy!)Opening for Meshell N'degeocelloLesson learned with her Tiny Desk submissionAnd, of course, you'll love her answers to The Shakedown!Buy Angela Sheik's MusicFollow Angela on Instagram and Facebook  and Twitter and SpotifyWatch her videos   Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Ali Dineen is a singer-songwriter and musician based in New York City. She’s performed her original music from the American folk tradition at the Savannah Music Festival, the American Folk Art Museum, and the Brooklyn Folk Festival, just to name a few. Ali’s lyrics have been described as poetic and deeply personal. When talking about her new EP, Hold On, she said, “This album grew out of personal heartbreak, and the feeling of a collective heartbreak as we’ve watched the world descend farther into fascism and irreversible climate catastrophe… It took moving through heartbreak and disillusionment and grief, to arrive not at ecstasy or a belief that everything will be okay, but at the realization that life continues somehow and is resilient… no matter how long we’ve got, we need to love, and fight relentlessly for one another.” Ali was recently awarded a Helene Wurlitzer Foundation residency in Taos, New Mexico, where she’s spending the winter working on her next creative endeavor. Credits: Hosted and produced by Eleanor Bennett. Executive Producer is Thea Wood. "Hold On" and "Prayer" by Ali Dineen. Voiceover by Cathryn Wood. Photo by by Alexis Lim, styling by Athena Zammit. Album art by Ali Dineen. In this episode, Ali Dineen covers:How leaving a hand-written note on a stranger’s door led her to a lifelong friend and mentorIntersections between her own music and the larger histories of the American folk traditionWhy her personal encounters with pain and grief have allowed her to know joyPaying homage to folk traditions and spirituals from the US, the oldest of which were created by black people suffering under slavery and terrible oppressionCredits:Host: Eleanor BennettProduction: Eleanor BennettExecutive Producer: Thea WoodVoiceover: Cathryn WoodPhotos by Alexis Lim, styling by Athena ZammitAlbum art by Ali DineenDonate to BCF TODAY and help us amplify the voices and careers of women in music!Guest LinksWeb site: alidineen.comInstagram: @ali_dineen https://www.instagram.com/ali_dineen/?hl=enFacebook: Ali Dineen https://www.facebook.com/Alidineenmusic/Bandcamp: https://alisondineen.bandcamp.com/album/hold-onSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3lEYF8UlOlwPq2WLzgqioQ?si=xsjUj8FFQkqH2Q7AVK9eSwApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/hold-on-ep/1495314384  Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

As a practitioner of the Blues, Karma Mayet describes her sound as “equal parts funk and glitter, cornbread and molasses.” Born in Chicago, the composer and performer has traveled the globe, collaborating with the likes of Meshell Ndegeocello, Lizz Wright, Vernon Reid, and The Roots. Karma has developed her own unique practice called Rootsong, which combines yogic healing with the power of voice. Credits: Hosted and produced by Eleanor Bennett. Executive Producer is Thea Wood. "You Ain't Changed," "September Song" and "Woman" by Karma Mayet. Voiceover by Cathryn Wood. Photograph by Karl Ferguson Jr.If you love what we’re doing, please support our show and the next generation of women by donating $10 today.  Thank you!In this episode, Karma Mayet covers:Why she wept the first time she went to the Michigan Womyn’s Music FestivalBuilding a career as a strong, independent artist and paying the billsThe historic role black women like blues artist Bessie Smith played in founding the music industryHow the voice can be used as a medicine and tonic for inner healingThe power of forgiveness and accountability when collaborating with fellow artistsGuest LinksWeb sites: karmamayet.com // rootsong.netFacebook: Karma Mayet https://www.facebook.com/karmamayet/Instagram: @karmamayet https://www.instagram.com/karmamayet/Twitter: @KarmaMayet https://twitter.com/KarmaMayetVideoKarma Mayet “September Song”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQjM7ifYIvsDonate to BCF TODAY and help us amplify the voices and careers of women in music! Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Susan Rogers' chat was so informative that we split it into two episodes. This is Part 2, where Susan talks about * Her teachings/research at Berklee College of Music. * The differences in working with men and women * What happens to your career when your "eggs" are about to expire * How women and men are physically and psychologically impacted differently (and sometimes the same!) by music, and the conscious decisions artists/engineers/producers make as a result. * She also answers audience questions!This episode was recorded remotely using Zoom.We'd like to thank our friends at Via313 Pizzeria for supporting this podcast.If you like what we're doing and want to help us amplify the voices and careers of women in music, please donate today. Your gift helps our programs, including scholarship grants for teen girls in need who want to attend music and sound camps. Learn more about Backstage Chats Foundation.Photo credits:Sign o’ the Times tour, 1987 — Ruud SchoutenOdds, Vancouver, 1991 — Doug ElliottIn New ZealandRed Bull Music Academy, 2016Headshot — Jandro Cisneros Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

Susan Rogers is a professor at Berklee College of Music who broke gender norms by becoming one of the few female audio engineers in the 1980s. Her life took a sudden turn when she joined Prince's team and went on to engineer Purple Rain, Around The World In A Day, and Sign 'O' The Times. This episode focuses on her work with Prince. Part 2 focuses on her work at Berklee and why women face different challenges than men do in their careers. Thanks to our friends at The Inn At Newport Ranch for making this episode possible.Backstage Chats Foundation is a nonprofit that depends on your support to produce the podcast and provide scholarship grants for teen girls in need. Uplift the next generation of female music makers and donate today.In this episode, one of a two-part series, Susan reveals:Her awkward first run-in with his Royal BadnessWhy Prince loved and preferred to work with womenHow she and The Revolution got through Prince's deathAnd don't forget about The Shakedown, a standard set of questions we ask all of our special guests!Find links, videos, and more information on our web site's expanded Show Notes page.  Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

In this episode, Leslie Nuss covers:-- Why she took a 10+ year hiatus from songwriting/recording-- How an innocent trip to the movies turned into a traumatic, life-changing turning point-- An unexpected cover of "Eye of The Tiger" by Survivor-- Making her own clothing and applying for the hit TV show Project RunwayThank you to the Ritz-Carlton Chicago for hosting this episode at their architecturally captivating Water Tower Place location.Visit the complete Show Notes with links to Leslie's music, videos, and social media. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

In this episode, Jan Bozarth chats about:Why "selling out" is no longer relevantKey success factors to controlling your careerHow surviving Stage 3 breast cancer affected her creativity and prioritiesThe story behind "True Love Train"The BCWIM podcast and scholarship grants are made possible because of music lovers like you. Help us amplify the voices and careers of women in music and donate to the cause.Guest links:ReDragonFly.comDreameroo.comFacebookInstagramTwitterCredits:Host: Thea WoodProduction: Allyson HolleyVoiceover: Cathryn Wood  Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

In this episode, Jamie Bahr chats about:The unexpected finale of her first European tour.The emotional impact of music camps for teen girls and their families.How she became a comic book super hero.Her mom's shocking words that shut up a belligerent concert attendee.And don't forget about The Shakedown, a standard set of questions we ask all of our special guests!Donate to BCF TODAY and us amplify the voices and careers of women in music!Our friends at The Inn at Newport Ranch are supporters of Backstage Chats Foundation. Located on the scenic ocean front of Mendocino County, California, the Inn at Newport Ranch was voted one of the 20 Best Hotels in the world by Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report. As a guest, you’ll enjoy hiking and guided ATV tours through 2000 acres of Redwoods, horseback riding along 20 miles of world class trails, trips to local wineries, and even whale watching.It’s a nature lover’s paradise for everything from executive retreats to small weddings. Learn more by visiting TheInnAtNewportRanch.com Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

In this episode, Boyfriend chats about:Reconciling her rap cabaret art with her conservative christian upbringingExperiencing Imposter SyndromeHairy armpits & beauty painsThe problem with social mediaAnd don't forget about The Shakedown, a standard set of questions we ask all of our special guests!Who was your first concert?What was the first album you bought with your own money?Which artist or band is in heavy rotation on your playlist right now?Which woman has had the most influence on your career?If you could have dinner with any woman dead or alive, who would it be?What is one life goal you’d like to accomplish before climbing that golden Stairway To Heaven? Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

In this episode you’ll hear:— The unconventional approach Ghostlight took to recording the album Best Kept Secrets— What it was like playing with two of her musical idols— Late night musical meditations (her best kept musical secret)— The most influential woman in her musical career Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

In this chat with Misty Boyce in Denver, CO, you’ll hear:— Misty’s fun answers to “The Shakedown” questionnaire.— Why her album Get Lost gets pretty heavy lyrically– and who is Marie?!?— Her take on women’s treatment and progress in the music business.—Answers to your fan questions, including what it was like to accompany Ashley C. Ford’s live performance on the Animal Meditation’s Podcast.Credits: Hosted and produced by Eleanor Bennett. Voiceover by Cathy Wood. Everything else by Thea WoodJOIN US! We are a donation-driven nonprofit on a mission to amplify the voices and careers of women in music. You can help end gender disparity in the music business! Click here to donate or contact us about volunteer opportunities. Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe

You’ll also hear:— Which skill set helps Juno in relating to multicultural acts and cities.— Willa’s experience working SXSW for the first time and how it took her out of her comfort zone.— What the ladies are seeing in shifting music trends, including looping.— A serendipitous story involving the Scottish band Lucia.— Tips for women who may want to become sound engineers.Credits: Hosted by Thea Wood. Produced by Allyson Holley.Guest Links:SoundGirls.OrgJuno's FacebookJuno's InstagramJuno's WebsiteWilla's FacebookWilla's InstagramWilla's Website Get full access to Herizon Music: The Newsletter at www.herizonmusic.com/subscribe