The Inside Spin

Brianna Madden
  • 4.8 (6)
  • Music Interviews

Music interviews today revolve around already established and well-known creatives after massive success. We hear from these anomalies, after years of hard work, getting the recognition they deserve… but what about the people we don’t see working behind the scenes with those recognized? Or the underrated singer/songwriters we don't hear interviewed until they become mainstream? This podcast highlights songwriters, producers, and artists to give you an inside spin into their art, creative process, and the music industry they're a part of.

Episodes

  1. 03/14/2022

    Kaley Rutledge | The Dark Side of Artistry and Changing Course

    Happy Music Monday! Kaley Rutledge began her music career under the moniker, De Joie, where she released ethereal, scenic songs like 'Oslo' and 'Amsterdam,' and recently embarked on a new, self-titled project with her debut album, 'Tender Heart'.  Her debut record shows a clear artistic vision through live instrumentation and vulnerable disclosure.  As a Nashville-based singer-songwriter, Kaley's blunt, tongue-in-cheek songwriting creates space for meaningful self reflection and introspection.  In this episode, we discuss moving to Nashville at a young age, the discouragement of comparison, changing course, authenticity, being ‘Tough Enough’ to walk away, collaborating with Thad Kopec, the dark side of artistry, advocating for higher pay for creatives, the invaluable nature of art, the importance of hope, surrounding yourself with people who see you, the vision and significance behind live instrumentation on the record, how unfamiliar environments contribute to creativity, advice for people in their twenties, what's next for Kaley, and her underrated artist suggestions! Kaley just released her first album, 'Tender Heart,' in October.  Check it out here! https://open.spotify.com/album/4soYlSiTnufYSeb5CBtyrl?si=OtmLQUP5QvmSk516vexh3A Check out Kaley Rutledge on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/59PtqO4zhEmXT6pXVVYXaT?si=o5qZeKfLRJapzLsJiUuYFQ Follow Kaley on Instagram @hi.kaley to keep up with new music and live shows! Follow The Inside Spin on Instagram and TikTok: @theinsidespin Let me know who you want to hear from next!

    1h 11m

  2. 02/21/2022

    j solomon | Evolving into a New Sound and TikTok's Influence on the Industry

    Happy Music Monday! j solomon is the solo project of Jesse Moldovsky, a NYC based songwriter, artist, musician, and producer.  Jesse's vulnerable songwriting and evolution through different genres has made for an experience where the listener feels seen and is constantly looking forward to what comes next. In this episode, we discuss evolving into a new sound, the advice consistently given about the industry, the pros of pursuing a career in New York, the inspiration behind his songs, how TikTok has influenced music, the challenges of producing during a pandemic, advice Jesse would give to his younger self, and what’s next for the j Solomon project! Jesse just released a new single, Mona Lisa, along with a music video.  Check it out here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLPPT_p4c5A Check out j solomon on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1EinrMuAa4zkiBYq6NDZg4?si=CgARJNoNTziPb9LzfufGiA Follow Jesse on Instagram and TikTok @jsolomon to keep up with new music and live shows! Follow The Inside Spin on Instagram and TikTok: @theinsidespin Let me know who you want to hear from next!

    34 min

  3. 02/07/2022

    Brian Sauerwald | The Art of Live Performance and Importance of Experimentation

    Happy Music Monday! We're back! Brian Sauerwald is an eclectic singer, songwriter, producer, engineer, rapper, and multi-instrumentalist.  He majored in Music Industry, was an opera student, and part of an a cappella group, The Madison Singers, at James Madison University.  He performs countless live shows around the DMV area and is planning to move to Nashville very soon to pursue his music career further.  He recently released his debut album, 'Testing the Waters', and it has something for everybody.  I hope you take the time to listen to it. In this episode, we talked about persistence, the art of live performance, the importance of experimentation, Brian's creative process, taking inspiration and making it unique to yourself, takeaways from his time in an a cappella group, his perspective on competitive environments, being the world's biggest John Mayer fan, the difference between honest and vulnerable songwriting, downfalls of being an A tier artist, the beauty of music constantly evolving, controversy surrounding autotune, and whether or not you should separate the artist and the art. And of course, Brian gives your weekly underrated artist, songwriter, and producer suggestions! Check out Brian on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6wbBdJqRf4OiA1BiMXJ9Od?si=lj6mW5tMQOWqJwsaGiQs3g Follow Brian on Instagram: @be.sauer Follow The Inside Spin on Instagram and TikTok: @theinsidespin The Inside Spin Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2qC5CZw546jVJfXej9YuNN?si=1c4bfb4e9ac24cc2 Let me know who you want to hear from next!

    52 min

  4. 08/17/2021

    Jades Goudreault | Producing Her Music Videos and Sophomore Album Industry Pressures

    Jades Goudreault is an LA based indie pop artist and songwriter with over 3M streams on Spotify alone.  Her music has been featured on Spotify editorial playlists like Fresh Finds, Young & Free, New Music Friday, Pop Chillout, Study Break, It's a Bop, Evening Commute, and many more! She was also featured on one of Marshmello’s playlists and won the “Outstanding Young Artist of the Year” award in LA.  Her songs have been featured on KUWTK and other TV shows, and have charted Top 40 on iTunes in Sweden, New Zealand, and Panama. In this episode, we talk about Jades move to LA and networking, having her mom as her manager, creating her own music videos, the industry timeline for submitting music, selecting and communicating with producers, having songs placed in TV, the industry pressures surrounding an artists' sophomore album, the pros and cons to signing with a major label, and she shares some pearls of wisdom applicable to everyone. Her new single 'Mini Fridge' just dropped this past Friday and her second album will be coming out soon, so be on the lookout for that! Check out Jades on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1LFfKkCrn95l1ZuxCNa3yN?si=R2xjJ5WwRiKCfSJETeFiJg&dl_branch=1 Follow Jades on Instagram: @itsmejades Follow Jades on TikTok: @jadesofficial Follow The Inside Spin on Instagram and TikTok: @theinsidespin The Inside Spin Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2qC5CZw546jVJfXej9YuNN?si=e9b385d5c0a6433f DM us who you want to hear from next!

    34 min

  5. 08/07/2021

    Ouijan | The Scottish Music Scene and Finding Songwriting Inspiration in Nature and Psychedelics

    In this episode we discuss Ouijan's journey from being in a band to becoming a solo artist, finding therapy in the meanings of subconscious lyrics, appreciating growth in his discography, working with collaborators met through social media, live show complications with electronic music, the Scottish music scene, and pulling inspiration from nature and psychedelic experiences. At the end, Ouijan shares the concept for his first music video being released this fall alongside his upcoming single (I've heard it, and it might be a new favorite!). Check out Ouijan on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3BBUUVVc2kD1sLSktS8MA2?si=9R1OMriCQceJRKWBlda7Ow&dl_branch=1 Follow Ouijan on Instagram and TikTok: @_ouijan_ Follow The Inside Spin on Instagram and TikTok: @theinsidespin DM us who you want to hear from next!

    49 min

  6. 07/16/2021

    Kate Brunotts | NYC Hustle Culture and Balancing Promotion with Self Preservation

    In this episode, we discuss the hustle culture of NYC, dealing with discouragement of fluctuating numbers and comparison, tips on getting started with production and promoting your own music, the importance of creative constraints and continuing to create… even if it’s bad, and balancing promotion and self preservation with social media.  Listen to the end to get a taste of Kate’s upcoming releases, including a new EP! Check out Kate Brunotts on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1vV2HAeSNkp97JK2tPpEoN?si=I_1H6lwoQ6aFQBUx_9vGpQ&dl_branch=1 Follow Kate on TikTok, Instagram, SoundCloud, and YouTube: @katebrunotts Follow us on Instagram: @theinsidespin DM who you want me to interview next!

    37 min

  7. 07/09/2021

    Bordé | Self Reflective Songwriting and Classical Training at VCU

    In this episode, we touch on topics like being a college student and vocal major at VCU, being a self taught producer, struggling with comparison, songwriting and how it leads to self reflection, mental health, and finding self acceptance.  Stay tuned towards the end to hear about new projects coming up, and get an exclusive on the title of Bordé's next single.  I've already heard it and you all are going to LOVE IT. Check out Bordé on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1GeVkAkiKnqycrbptgmRPe?si=ZZONGLI8Rq-S3-aKscO6fw&dl_branch=1  Follow Bordé on Instagram: @chanceborde Follow us on Instagram: @theinsidespin DM us who you want me to interview next! If you wish to donate to support this podcast, go to https://anchor.fm/brianna-madden2/support

    50 min
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About

Music interviews today revolve around already established and well-known creatives after massive success. We hear from these anomalies, after years of hard work, getting the recognition they deserve… but what about the people we don’t see working behind the scenes with those recognized? Or the underrated singer/songwriters we don't hear interviewed until they become mainstream? This podcast highlights songwriters, producers, and artists to give you an inside spin into their art, creative process, and the music industry they're a part of.

Information

  • Creator
    Brianna Madden
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2022
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Brianna Madden
  • Show Website
    The Inside Spin