Mike Squires & Friends

Creative Evolution Studios
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Discover the music industry's inner workings with your host, Mike Squires – a renowned music video director, producer, and globe-trotting entrepreneur. This podcast radiates Mike's unwavering positivity, offering a fresh perspective on the industry's ups and downs. Join Mike and his celebrated friends, fellow artists, as they share their personal journeys and experiences in the world of music. Immerse yourself in engaging conversations about the creative process, life on the road, and the importance of maintaining a positive outlook in the music business. Tune in to elevate your passion for music and life!

  1. 7h ago

    He Got Robbed… Then His Life Took a Different Turn | HallofFameAJ

    Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by Distrokid. To get 30% off youMike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by Distrokid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Merch: https://mikesquires.shop Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires 00:00 A Rough Beginning: Getting Robbed and Early Lessons 00:23 Intro & Podcast Housekeeping 01:15 Meet the Guest: Hall of Fame AJ 01:57 AJ’s Unique Style and Influences 02:14 Early Inspirations: Family & Music 03:16 Growing Up in Mass & Local Connections 04:55 Role Models & Local Rap Scene 05:19 The Reality of Making It from Massachusetts 06:16 Industry Insights & Advice 07:07 AJ's Life Story & Music Approach 08:04 Upbringing: Struggles, Family, and Influences 09:07 Effects of Family on Personal Growth 10:25 Street Life: Temptation & Lessons 11:40 Early Mistakes and Learning Experiences 12:00 The Music Industry as a Business 13:04 Humbling Moments and Insights 14:23 Followers vs. Real Success 15:37 Influence of Massachusetts Background 16:05 Finding Artistic Identity 17:21 Journey into the Army 18:22 Lessons Learned from Army Life 19:08 Making Music While Deployed 20:54 Dropping Songs from the Bunker 22:17 AJ's Recent Work & Local Scene 23:46 Being Funny, Being Real 24:46 Changing for the Better: Faith and Family 26:12 Overcoming Addiction and Family Lessons 28:06 Looking Ahead: What’s Next for AJ 29:08 Final Thoughts: Legacy and Being a Good Man 32:08 Where to Find Hall of Fame AJr first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Merch: https://mikesquires.shop Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires 00:00 A Rough Beginning: Getting Robbed and Early Lessons 00:23 Intro & Podcast Housekeeping 01:15 Meet the Guest: Hall of Fame AJ 01:57 AJ’s Unique Style and Influences 02:14 Early Inspirations: Family & Music 03:16 Growing Up in Mass & Local Connections 04:55 Role Models & Local Rap Scene 05:19 The Reality of Making It from Massachusetts 06:16 Industry Insights & Advice 07:07 AJ's Life Story & Music Approach 08:04 Upbringing: Struggles, Family, and Influences 09:07 Effects of Family on Personal Growth 10:25 Street Life: Temptation & Lessons 11:40 Early Mistakes and Learning Experiences 12:00 The Music Industry as a Business 13:04 Humbling Moments and Insights 14:23 Followers vs. Real Success 15:37 Influence of Massachusetts Background 16:05 Finding Artistic Identity 17:21 Journey into the Army 18:22 Lessons Learned from Army Life 19:08 Making Music While Deployed 20:54 Dropping Songs from the Bunker 22:17 AJ's Recent Work & Local Scene 23:46 Being Funny, Being Real 24:46 Changing for the Better: Faith and Family 26:12 Overcoming Addiction and Family Lessons 28:06 Looking Ahead: What’s Next for AJ 29:08 Final Thoughts: Legacy and Being a Good Man 32:08 Where to Find Hall of Fame AJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. Sep 20

    The Song I Thought Was a Joke Changed My Entire Career | Amaru Son

    Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by Distrokid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Merch: https://mikesquires.shop Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires 00:00 Intro, Sponsor, and Guest Introduction 01:12 Amaru's Unique Style and Musical Journey 03:54 Discovering Melodic Rap and Mom's Advice 06:56 First Success with Lost and Found 09:41 Viral Moments and Recognitions 12:00 On Kansas City and Its Scene 14:07 Getting Started with Music and Early Success 18:12 The Power Rangers Song and Meme Rap 20:40 Lost and Found: The Unexpected Hit 26:00 SoundCloud Era and Streaming Success 28:08 Dealing with Recognition and Staying Grounded 30:00 Gaming Hobbies and Personal Interests 31:01 Final Reflections and Advice 33:12 Where to Find Amaru & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. Sep 13

    Lil Jon Was My Camp Counselor | skullydied! & Zyneas

    Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by Distrokid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Merch: https://mikesquires.shop Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires 00:00 Camp Spinoff & DJ Origins 00:29 Podcast Intro & Sponsor Shoutout 01:12 Meet the Guests: skullydied! & zyneas 01:36 Unique Styles & Genre-Blending 03:28 How Scully Got His Name 03:55 Recent Projects & New Music 04:32 How Zyneas & Skully Met 06:27 Biggest Success Moments 08:38 Where They're From & Reno Stories 10:55 Growing Up with Music in New Orleans 11:57 Getting Into Music: Early Influences 13:04 Production Rivalry & Finding Passion 14:54 Project Moves, Friendships & Nevada Scene 17:05 Studio Life & Staying in Florida 18:48 Looking Forward: 5-Year Goals 21:00 Avoiding Beat Store Mentality & Artistic Ownership 24:21 Networking, Retreats & Digital Collaboration 27:42 Closing Reflections & Messages to the World 29:19 How to Connect With Scully & Zenius 30:53 Outro & Final Thanks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. Sep 6

    Nobody Warns You About the Music Industry | Noah Millen

    Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by Distrokid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Merch: https://mikesquires.shop Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires 00:00 Stay Focused & Podcast Intro 00:30 Supporting the Podcast & Sponsor Message 01:13 Meet Noah: Background & Artistic Journey 02:08 Growing Up in Small Towns & Chasing Opportunity 03:01 Moving to Raleigh & Music Scene Insights 03:38 Getting Started in Music & Early Inspirations 04:43 Early Breaks: Freestyles, Investors & Lessons Learned 05:54 Industry Realities: Value of Money vs. Mindset 07:12 Facing Disappointment & Building Resilience 08:18 New Breakthroughs: Networking in NYC & Atlanta 09:02 Backstage at Revolt Summit & Meeting Big Artists 11:12 Opening for Stars & The College Circuit 12:08 Defining Success: Metrics, Viral Videos & Consistency 14:29 Content Volume Over Perfection 16:00 Persistence, Burnout, and The Reality of the Music Grind 18:01 Overcoming Personal Struggles & Distractions 19:37 Making Music Hungry: 'Radio City' Album Story 20:44 Keeping the Hunger Alive & Inspiration From Peers 22:09 What Drives Noah: Family, Friends & Camaraderie 23:17 Hidden Talents: Freestyling & Tennis 24:54 Dedication in Sports & Music Careers 26:06 What's Next: Upcoming Music, Videos & Album Plans 28:29 Teamwork, Visuals & North Carolina Scene 29:48 Parting Advice: Stay Locked In & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Aug 30

    I Had to Lose Everything to Find Myself | Modo

    Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by Distrokid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Merch: https://mikesquires.shop Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires 00:00 Opening Motivation & Podcast Intro 00:19 Meet Moto – Identity & Creative Journey 01:32 Early Music, Writing & Video Evolution 02:28 Kansas City Roots & Foodie Culture 03:49 Favorite Food Spots & Pizza Debates 04:49 Kansas City Barbecue & Local Pride 05:50 First Big Break With 'Tomahawk Bop' 07:01 Reflecting on Early Work & Growth 08:54 Naming Mistakes & Lessons Learned 10:01 Show Opportunities & Kansas City Venues 10:55 Balancing Event Frequency & Artist Mystique 12:12 Landing a Management Deal 13:12 Branding, Social Media & Growing as an Artist 14:45 Leaving Management & Career Reflection 15:01 Pivotal Moments & Personal Growth 16:48 Life Events Fuel the Music 17:57 Addiction, Grief & Artistic Transformation 20:06 Sobriety, Reinvention & New Album Era 21:15 Visual Identity & Storytelling in Music 22:24 Dad's Influence & Life Lessons 24:20 The Pursuit of 100% Effort 25:27 Proudest Works & Self-Improvement 26:22 Behind the Making of 'Shaun and Moto' 26:51 Therapy's Direct Impact on Songwriting 27:57 Family, Forgiveness & Healing Through Music 28:49 Sparking Listener Connections 30:01 Turning 30 & Self-Discovery 31:16 Celebrating 30 – Stories & Reflection 32:20 MMA, Humility & Growth From Fighting 34:34 Physical Challenge and the Value of Sparring 35:59 Nostalgia – The Runescape Economy & Gaming 37:18 Final Reflections & Life Message 38:01 Where to Find Moto & Closing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Aug 23

    The Rise, Fall & Comeback of Justin Stone | Justin Stone

    Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by Distrokid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Merch:: https://mikesquires.shop Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires 00:00 Intro, Podcast Welcome & Sponsor 01:15 Meet Justin Stone: Background & Early Life 03:40 Discovering Hip-Hop and Starting Music 04:46 First Songs & Early Music Hustle 05:29 Breakthrough with Swaggy Tracks 07:04 Impact of Abstract and Artist Collaborations 08:23 The Power of Swaggy Tracks & Viral Growth 09:11 MrBeast Follows Justin & Viral Moments 10:46 Biggest Hits & Life-changing Playlists 12:10 Tour Stories: HighRes, Aaron Carter, I Prevail 16:17 Red Rocks, Manifestation & Stage Memories 18:01 Financial Highs, Lows & Selling Songs 20:28 Money Management, Mistakes & Friendship Lessons 23:53 Mental Health Struggles & Coping Mechanisms 25:51 Fatherhood, Recovery & Life Turnaround 26:52 Dopamine Crashes After Tour & Coping 28:08 Financial Lessons, Side Hustles & Resilience 30:15 Relatability, Vulnerability & Real Content 31:27 New Music Plans & Social Strategies 32:55 Growth, Algorithms & Social Media Changes 34:44 Creative Retreats & Newfound Motivation 36:04 Mental Health, Faith & Resilience 37:17 What’s Next: Weekly Drops & Fresh Styles 37:56 Artist Identity, Process & Finishing Songs 39:42 Message to the World & Final Thoughts 40:11 How to Connect with Justin & Podcast Wrap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Aug 16

    Why Your Music Isn’t Standing Out (Yet) | Jeremy Amato

    Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by Distrokid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Merch: https://mikesquires.shop Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires 00:00 Resilience and Introduction 00:22 Podcast Opening and Sponsorship 01:12 Meet Jeremy Amato—Background and Interests 01:54 Early Musical Journey and Video Game Music Aspirations 02:44 Breaking Into Hip-Hop: Chrome Nasty and Musical Style 04:04 Artistic Evolution and Describing the Sound 05:09 Life Experiences That Shaped the Music 05:50 Creative Drive and Influences 06:34 Balancing Fun vs. Seriousness in Music 07:17 Touring Stories and Lessons Learned 08:38 From Touring with Bands to Solo Vision 09:06 Future Goals and Next Steps 09:33 Releasing Music: Label vs. Independent 11:56 Breakout Success and Leveraging Visuals 12:59 Marketing, Identity, and Standing Out 14:14 Style, Image, and Halloween Theory 15:49 Coming Up in LA—Community and Challenges 17:37 Notable Projects and Building Strong Collaborations 20:04 Lessons from the Industry and Choosing the Right Circle 23:10 Going Solo After Band Breakup 25:00 Resilience in the Face of Setbacks 27:09 Mental Health, Consistency, and Dealing with Waves 30:08 Vulnerability, Criticism, and the Importance of Showing Up 31:45 Hate Comments, Polarization, and Finding Your Audience 32:28 Looking to the Future—Hopes and Vision 32:44 Final Words, Staying True, and Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Aug 9

    Designing for Logic Changed My Career | Jack PSD

    Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by Distrokid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Merch: https://mikesquires.shop Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires 00:00 Intro, Hustle, and Podcast Start 01:12 Meet Jack PSD: Visual Artist Background 03:33 Early Art, Cover Arts & Getting Started 06:11 AI & Standing Out as an Artist 08:48 Building Connections & Collaboration 11:11 First Big Clients & Breakthrough Work 14:18 Growing Up, Early Art & Racing Story 17:28 Animated Projects & The Logic Video 20:04 Career Goals: Quality vs. Quantity 22:01 Sleep, Caffeine, and All-Nighter Lifestyle 26:25 Creative Process, Merch, and Client Work 31:32 Balancing Work, Wellness, and Final Thoughts 32:08 Final Message & Where to Find Jack PSD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Discover the music industry's inner workings with your host, Mike Squires – a renowned music video director, producer, and globe-trotting entrepreneur. This podcast radiates Mike's unwavering positivity, offering a fresh perspective on the industry's ups and downs. Join Mike and his celebrated friends, fellow artists, as they share their personal journeys and experiences in the world of music. Immerse yourself in engaging conversations about the creative process, life on the road, and the importance of maintaining a positive outlook in the music business. Tune in to elevate your passion for music and life!

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  • Creator
    Creative Evolution Studios
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    138
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Mike Squires & Friends
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    Mike Squires & Friends

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