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Professional music advice for unprofessionals! Successfully Unsigned is the go-to podcast for independent artists, bedroom producers, and DIY musicians looking to break into the music industry without the clutter. Hosted by three industry-savvy creatives — a music producer, a seasoned performer, and a former radio host — each episode delivers real-world strategies, honest insight, and practical tips for getting your music heard and your career off the ground. Whether you're releasing your first single, booking gigs, or figuring out what a PRO even is, we’ve got your back. Tune in bi-weekly for interviews with emerging artists, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, and conversations that demystify the business side of being an independent musician. No labels. No fluff. Just the truth — from one unsigned artist to another.

  1. How to Sing with Confidence: Cole Thannisch (Vocholistic)

    08/26/2025

    How to Sing with Confidence: Cole Thannisch (Vocholistic)

    We sat down with Cole Thannisch, founder of Vocholistic, to explore the art of vocal coaching from a holistic perspective. From building confidence and staying hydrated to how movement shapes performance, Cole shares practical insights every singer can use. (00:00:00) Kicking things off + a sneak peek at who’s coming up next (00:02:51) TikTok Live Streaming and TikTok Fan Club (00:24:35) Sitting down with Cole for some real talk on vocal coaching (00:28:13) How musical theatre shapes the way we think about singing (00:31:25) Confidence, warmups, and even yoga (00:37:00) Finding balance for vocal challenges (00:39:32) Why hydration matters more than most singers realize (00:41:07) How moving on stage changes the way you sing (00:47:40) The wild world of corporate party bands (and what it’s really like) Find Cole: https://www.instagram.com/vocholistic/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/colethannisch/?hl=en Hear more with Cole on our Patreon! https://patreon.com/SuccessfullyUnsigned?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

    53 min
  2. Look the Part, Play the Part... And Adapt to AI’s Role - Interview with Billy Ray Wallace

    06/17/2025

    Look the Part, Play the Part... And Adapt to AI’s Role - Interview with Billy Ray Wallace

    This episode dives into the new realities shaping music careers today—like how AI can impact your sound and rights, and why protecting your sleep is essential for creativity and focus. Learn practical insights to stay ahead of the curve and safeguard your artistic future. Plus, get valuable perspective from Nashville artist Billy Ray Wallace on building a strong team, creating a cohesive stage presence, and finding purpose through his song “Why Do I.” If you’re serious about developing your music career with intention and resilience, this episode offers guidance that can help you make smarter decisions and stay grounded along the way. Find Billy Online: https://billyraywallacemusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/billyraywallacemusic/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Billy-Ray-Wallace-Music/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/7tW1gMWvoKnAMpZ905rDmU?si=8np1J14xQUmQ4CVutVfSPQ https://music.apple.com/us/artist/billy-ray-wallace/1610483321 (00:00:00) Wait, What Is This Show? (00:00:37) Where Is Patty G? (00:02:39) Timbaland’s AI Move — Good or Bad? (00:11:30) Can AI Be Sued? + SoundCloud Shakeups (00:15:20) Is AI the Future of Music? (00:16:27) Are Throwbacks Coming Back Again? (00:20:06) Why Musicians Need More Sleep (00:21:06) Meet Billy Ray Wallace (00:27:21) How Songs Actually Get Written (00:32:32) Finding the Right Bandmates (00:40:06) Do You Look Like a Real Band? (00:42:41) Behind the Song: “Why Do I” (00:48:40) What Are You Really Trying to Do? (00:53:06) What’s Coming Next?

    58 min
  3. “What If Laziness Isn’t Real?” | Kory Shore Interview

    05/27/2025

    “What If Laziness Isn’t Real?” | Kory Shore Interview

    What if the real reason you're stuck isn’t laziness—but disconnection from your “why”? In this week’s episode of Successfully Unsigned, we sit down with Nashville-based Pop-Producer Kory Shore for one of our most honest and inspiring interviews yet. 🎙 Kory opens up about building belief systems as a foundation for going full-time in music, why chasing the how can keep artists stuck, and how therapy and philosophy have shaped his approach to creativity and life. Whether you’re an indie musician, creative entrepreneur, or just feeling lost in your grind, this one’s for you. 🧠 We talk everything from staying grounded in cluttered environments to planting better mental seeds for creative progress—and even ask: what if laziness isn’t real? 🎟 In the first half of the show, we break down important updates in the music world, including: 1) New laws coming for Ticketmaster and the live event industry 2) How import tariffs could start affecting your gear budget 3) A look at concert trends—are they actually shrinking? 4) And some of the best local artist merch ideas we’ve seen lately 👇 Don’t forget to like, comment, and follow to support indie creators. Find Kory Online: https://www.instagram.com/koryshore/ (00:00:00) Interview Summary (00:03:20) New Laws Coming for Ticketmaster (00:06:05) Import Tariffs Hitting Music (00:13:54) Have Concerts Grown or Shrunk in the Last 5 Years (00:21:29) Best Local Artist Merch (00:24:54) Kory Shore Intro (00:25:54) Developing Belief Systems and Going Full-Time (00:33:34) Planting Seeds: What & Why, NOT How & When (00:36:59) How to Protect Your Time (00:44:39) Using Philosophy + Therapy Concepts to Become a Better Producer (00:48:04) Is Laziness Real? (00:52:14) Rediscovering Why You Got Into Music (01:00:04) Staying Grounded in Cluttered Environments (01:04:22) Outbound vs Inbound Business Models (01:08:49) The Not Sexy Things Make the Money

    1h 14m
  4. From Coachella to Discord: Music Tips, Charli XCX Tea, & Special Interview with davvn!

    05/06/2025

    From Coachella to Discord: Music Tips, Charli XCX Tea, & Special Interview with davvn!

    In this season premiere, we’re diving deep into some of the biggest cultural moments and indie artist essentials: 👉 Coachella headlines, artist brand drama, and what Vanessa Hudgens’ viral moment reveals about fan perception and public image 👉 A quick breakdown on why Performing Rights Organizations (PROs) matter more than ever for songwriters and producers 👉 An exclusive interview with Nashville-based pop-punk duo davvn on staying independent, producing their own music, and building an authentic connection with fans in today’s DIY-driven landscape — 🔗 Watch the full episode on YouTube: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@successfullyunsigned?sub_confirmation=1 🟣 Follow the Podcast: 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7DiyOkJoO0gzSw8APU6Cvq?si=f3cb42a0088244d3 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/successfully-unsigned/id1711728090 🎸 Follow davvn: Website: https://www.davvn.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davvn.music/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davvn.music Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QF0qdoDTPGn3h3zl3YIpT?si=N_G4mfLrT4mXo6PnIgmoAw YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@davvnmusic⁩ 💜 Support us on Patreon for exclusive interviews and live sessions: https://www.patreon.com/successfullyunsigned — Thanks for listening — don’t forget to rate, follow, and share the show if you dig it!

    1h 1m
  5. What Touring with Bands Taught Me – Patty G’s Wild DIY Road Trip!

    10/29/2024

    What Touring with Bands Taught Me – Patty G’s Wild DIY Road Trip!

    To close out our 3rd season, join us in welcoming Patty G back from tour! He embarked on a DIY tour with DAVVN and lolitslea as they took on the west coast. This was his first time out on the road where he aided both bands running their merchandise sales. Find out with us what his experience was like and what he has learned from his inaugural time on the road! (00:00:00) - Cold Start + Summary (00:01:56) - Pat is Back! (00:07:28) - Costumes & Show & Yell (00:23:02) - Tour Recap (00:39:58) - What Happened at Diana Street? (00:45:50) - Favorite Moment on Tour (00:47:55) - Tips for First-Time Merch Person (00:54:30) - Work with Music You Believe In (01:03:30) - The Importance of Community (01:06:15) - Halloween Plans

    1h 23m
  6. Music Mystery: How Do You REALLY Know a Song Is Finished?!

    10/15/2024

    Music Mystery: How Do You REALLY Know a Song Is Finished?!

    With Patty G out on tour, David and Dale sit down outside for a chill night of conversation. Who are David and Dale? In this episode, get to know two of your favorite co-hosts on a more personal level with several questions geared to expose their perspectives on songwriting and the world! 00:00:00 - Highlight 00:00:19 - Episode Summary 00:02:09 - Where is DJ Patty G? 00:06:54 - What Feeling Do You Convey in Your Writing? 00:18:47 - What Obstacles Do You Face with Your Writing? 00:29:08 - What Values Are Reflected in Your Music? 00:45:11 - What Would Your Hit Single Sound Like? 00:49:15 - How Do You Ensure That You Grow? 00:57:47 - How Do You Know Your Song Is Finished? 01:03:36 - Does Hometown Influence Your Music? 01:12:17 - What Motivates You to Continue to Write? 01:20:25 - How Do You Measure Success?

    1h 31m
  7. Is Nashville a Tourist Trap? Teagan Stewart Breaks it Down

    10/08/2024

    Is Nashville a Tourist Trap? Teagan Stewart Breaks it Down

    Nashville Country artist Teagan Stewart joins Successfully Unsigned to discuss how much Nashville has already changed in the few short years since she moved here to pursue music. In this interview, Stewart also shares with us the importance of practice and some differences between natural talent vs learned skill in regards to singing ability. With the help of DJ Patty G she walks us through her discography and the evolution in her music over time. If you've enjoyed this episode be on the look out for her live-in-studio performance on YouTube this Friday. https://www.instagram.com/teaganstewart.music/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/4UUoAIVwAOhWNncWlfQxkb?si=7xWqSbXlS6Ob3E-xROSl5w (00:00:00) - Highlight (00:00:08) - Episode Summary (00:01:50) - Who Is Teagan Stewart? (00:18:41) - Why Come to Nashville? (00:22:15) - Who Inspires You? (00:26:36) - Water Wings (00:35:11) - Figure Eight (00:38:43) - Taste of My Heartbreak (00:46:02) - Date a Musician (00:51:22) - Your Personality Sucks (00:55:14) - Musical Improv (01:01:11) - New Nashville (01:05:51) - Show & Yell (01:09:10) - Game: Spottle (01:12:00) - Tequila & Lime

    1h 17m
  8. First-Time Touring Tips You NEED to Know – Quinton Kufahl of Halocene Shares Secrets!

    10/01/2024

    First-Time Touring Tips You NEED to Know – Quinton Kufahl of Halocene Shares Secrets!

    Quinton Kufahl of @thebandidol and drummer for @Halocene joins us today to deliver his best tips for touring! He gets to give us some special insights as well into what its like touring in the UK and Europe as both of his last two tours took him overseas. Along with these helpful tips he also shares with us some of the differences between the Weekend Warrior style tour vs touring in a more conventional sense. What are your best tips for first time tourers? Let us know in the comments or on social media! (00:00:00) - Highlight (00:00:14) - Episode Summary (00:01:52) - "It's Gonna be in the Interview..." (00:03:21) - The Real Start (00:06:52) - Touring Tips for First Timers (00:14:25) - Weekend Warrior vs Touring (00:22:03) - Navigating Co-Members and Boundaries in Tours (00:30:36) - Key Differences Between European and US Tours (00:39:17) - Bathroom Rules of the Road (00:40:50) - Staying Healthy on Tour (00:45:19) - Sleep & Drive Time (00:51:24) - Relationships on Tour (00:59:54) - What Jobs/Roles Are There on Tours? (01:12:57) - Show & Yell (01:25:25) - Game: Spottle (01:31:45) - IDOL & What's Next? https://www.instagram.com/quintonkufahl/ https://www.instagram.com/thebandidol/

    1h 39m
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Professional music advice for unprofessionals! Successfully Unsigned is the go-to podcast for independent artists, bedroom producers, and DIY musicians looking to break into the music industry without the clutter. Hosted by three industry-savvy creatives — a music producer, a seasoned performer, and a former radio host — each episode delivers real-world strategies, honest insight, and practical tips for getting your music heard and your career off the ground. Whether you're releasing your first single, booking gigs, or figuring out what a PRO even is, we’ve got your back. Tune in bi-weekly for interviews with emerging artists, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, and conversations that demystify the business side of being an independent musician. No labels. No fluff. Just the truth — from one unsigned artist to another.

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  • Creator
    Successfully Unsigned
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Successfully Unsigned 2022
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