Media Industry Guru Forbs West

Here we are with Myles Hoffman. At 15, crashing his first concert, he bribed his way in with his savings and asked the crew on breaking into the music biz. Denied by top programs, he stumbled into Belmont University on a full ride. From there, he hustled—juggling internships across NYC, LA, and Nashville, founding IDENTITY Artist Management. Today, he helms IDENTITY, nurturing talents like Molly Grace, while freelancing for a slew of indie artists. We will get to hear his advice and life on living in Nashville.

Here we are with Lea, the band leader of LOLITSLEA. Here she will chat more about what made her interested in being a singer for a once pop artist to a neon pop punk band leader. We will get to learn about her current vocal experience and what have been some of the professional yet rewarding challenges. We will also get to hear about her experience with one of her first and most popular music videos, "I Guess I Like You Anyway." Finally, we will chat more about her goals and exciting announcements including traveling to LA for NextFest LA's Indie Music Festival and her upcoming album.

Meet Leannie, the 22-year-old sensation turning emotions into addictive alt-pop melodies from the heart of Los Angeles! Singing since childhood, she recently delved into music production in 2021, unleashing her originals to the world just last year. For Leannie, music is more than a passion—it's a transformative force that turns the hideous into the addictively beautiful. We will get to hear more about her TikTok influencer lifestyle and her experience with producing and songwriting including creating Sidewalk Fantasies, Sorry, and her recent track iPad Baby.

Step into the ethereal world of Cherry Park, the dream pop band hailing from the East Coast. Here we’ll be chatting with talents including: Jeremy, Tori, and Emma. This band has swiftly captured hearts with their mesmerizing melodies.

In just one whirlwind year, Cherry Park has marked their journey with impressive milestones. Their discography boasts two EPs, ‘Antidote’ and ‘Secret Garden’, which have garnered acclaim for their evocative lyricism and dreamy compositions.

As we delve into their musical narrative, Jeremy, Tori, and Emma share insights into their artistic evolution and aspirations. Each member imparts a unique piece of wisdom drawn from their collective experiences. Moreover, they will reveal their ambitious dreams of sharing stages with iconic artists and gracing renowned venues that resonate with their vision.

Here we are with DJ and guitarist in Nashville, Brendan McLenaghan. He took a number of music and music business courses at Tulane University before joining the industry. Here we going to here more about his gigs in Nashville and what it takes to be a DJ in Nashville versus in cities like Miami, NYC, or LA. Finally, we will get some career advice with Brendan and here about his upcoming residency.

Here we are with Rachel Rose. Connecticut-born, Austin-launched, and Brooklyn-based indie folk/rock singer/songwriter Rachel Rose, known for her rich, nostalgic sound blending soul, folk, rock, and pop. Her debut EP "100/10/1" dropped in 2020, followed by the second EP "And One More Thing," produced by Charles Myers. Collaborations with industry heavyweights like John Alagia and Tyler Chester underscore her rising prominence. With sold-out shows at Rockwood Music Hall and Babys All Right, Rachel's career soared when she opened the Hootenanny Sessions at Cafe Wha? post a 50-year hiatus. A recent 3-month residency at The Bitter End and a slot as a featured artist at SXSW 2024 cement her status. She's shared stages with Juliet Ivy, Theo Kandel, and more, even gracing The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.



Her original track "Back To The Beginning" made waves, landing in NPR Tiny Desk's Top Shelf Segment. Rachel's brand partnerships, including AEA Microphones and Virgin Hotels, showcase her versatility, while her performance of the national anthem at a Rangers MSG game underscored her impact beyond music.



We will get to hear about one of the biggest risks--quitting her full-time job to pursue a full-time career in music. She will be performing at the Brooklyn Bowl on May 9th.