Daring to Suck: A Grace Askew Podcast Grace Askew

Have you ever wondered about the journey of an artist from picking up their first instrument to performing on the big stage? Join us as we navigate the musical trail with independent artist, Matt Jordan, who shares his intimate narrative from his teenage years with a guitar to his transformative journey to Nashville. Matt's captivating story is a beacon of commitment to his craft, filled with hurdles he's hurdled and the precious guidance he received from his father, steering him towards the ...

What happens when you immerse yourself in creativity for 365 days straight? Join us as we navigate the inspiring journey of Devan Yanik, a pro tunesmith who set himself the audacious task of crafting an original song every day for a whole year. There's something to be said about the power of discipline, as Devan's commitment resulted in a stunning collection of melodies that not only improved his songwriting skills but also provided a fresh perspective on the creative process. Get ready ...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to work with the greats of the music industry, or how nature can inspire creativity? Join us for a lively conversation with the talented Tiffany Goss as we explore her journey to Nashville and her experiences in the music industry. From working at Warner Brothers Records and EMI Music Publishing to signing with Curb, Tiffany has rubbed elbows with some of the greats like Faith Hill and Dwight Yocum.Discover how Tiffany's connection to nature has become he...

What happens when a Mississippi man with a passion for writing finally makes his way to Nashville? We had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredibly talented songwriter Ken Hart to find out. In this episode, we explored Ken's journey to the heart of the music industry, where he found his place among legendary songwriters at the Frank Brown Songwriters' Festival and learned to navigate the Nashville scene with the help of mentors and friends.Throughout our conversation, Ken openly shares...

What does it take to make it in the music industry, and how can a love for music and a willingness to "dare to suck" propel you forward? Join me as I chat with Nashville-based songwriter and veteran musician, Adam Browder, about his incredible journey from Birmingham, Alabama to the heart of the music industry, and the inspiring lessons he's learned along the way.From his experiences at the University of North Alabama's music program and working in legendary studios, to life on tour with Kip ...

We kicked off season two of our podcast with a heart-to-heart conversation with the incredibly talented musician Daniel Ethridge from the band Troubadour Blue. Our chat with Daniel took us on an inspiring journey, tracing his roots from growing up in California and Texas, the life-changing decision to learn guitar, and the challenges and opportunities that led him to his current success in the competitive Nashville music scene.Throughout our discussion, we explored the significance of having ...