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Kevin explores the mindset and strategies needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing music business landscape. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, the McCove Mindset Podcast provides valuable insights and practical advice to help you achieve your goals and take your business to the next level.

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Kevin explores the mindset and strategies needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing music business landscape. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, the McCove Mindset Podcast provides valuable insights and practical advice to help you achieve your goals and take your business to the next level.

    How Your Mental Health is Affecting Your Career! - Full Episode

    How Your Mental Health is Affecting Your Career! - Full Episode

    Episode from a previous interview in 2023
    Presenting Sponsor: Joyburst - https://joyburst.com/
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    Get ready for a thrilling episode of the McCove Mindset Podcast where we delve into the fascinating world of music and mindset with the extraordinary Suzanne Paulinski! As a renowned mindset and productivity coach for musicians, Suzanne's transformative insights have been showcased in prestigious platforms like Huffington Post, Sonicbids, ReverbNation, CD Baby, TuneCore, and Soundfly. In this exhilarating conversation, we explore Suzanne's captivating journey from her humble beginnings in the music industry to becoming a licensed therapist, all while enlightening us with her invaluable wisdom on conquering social media and discovering self-worth beyond mere numbers. We'll tackle the art of creating meaningful connections, the indispensable role of a coach, and the essential blueprint for crafting a thriving and rewarding independent music career. Whether you're an aspiring musician, an industry aficionado, or simply seeking to elevate your mindset and productivity, this episode is your golden ticket. Smash that like button, subscribe, and drop a comment to share your thoughts! You won't want to miss this inspiring and riveting adventure into the realm of music and personal growth.
    -Kevin McCove is both a successful musician and passionate educator. He has performed opening shows for Drake, Billy Joel, Kid Rock, One Republic, Backstreet Boys among other major names. As a composer and songwriter experienced in synchronization, Kevin has had music placed in TV networks including CBS, Fox, MTV and Telemundo, as well as advertising placements with Delta Airlines, Gannett, Toyota and more. Kevin has inked performance contracts with LiveNation, worked on songwriting teams with artists from Atlantic records, UMG and RCA. In education he and is a highly respected speaker who has guest lectured at many schools and universities on how to equip yourself to become a full time musician in today’s music business.

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    Why Paying Musicians Matters! - Full Episode

    Why Paying Musicians Matters! - Full Episode

    Episode from previous interview in 2023
     
    Presenting Sponsor: Joyburst - https://joyburst.com/
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    Listen to Kevin McCoveApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kev...
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ZGUe...
    --Today we sit down with my friend Gayle Dillman, the CEO and founder of Gable Music Ventures. In this episode of the McCove Mindset Podcast, Gayle shares her journey of starting her talent buying and music booking agency in Delaware, and how she built her business through investing in artists and paying them. She talks about her most notable project, the Ladybug Music Festival, an all-female fronted music festival that celebrates female empowerment, entrepreneurs, and musicians. Gayle shares tips and advice for independent artists on how to get booked and the importance of writing and performing original music. We chat about how she connected with Chase Bank to sponsor the Ladybug Music Festival and how running an event is like running a business. Don't forget to hit the like and subscribe button and leave a comment. Enjoy the episode!

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    You Must Put In The Work! - Full Episode

    You Must Put In The Work! - Full Episode

    Full Episode of Interview from 2023
    Presenting Sponsor: Joyburst - https://joyburst.com/
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    Listen to Kevin McCoveApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kev...
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ZGUe...
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    We sit down with DJ Navi Davi to discuss how to become a full-time entrepreneur in the arts. Learn from an award-winning producer and songwriter who has worked with Travis Scott, Bad Bunny, and even won Grammys and Emmys. Join us as we dive into the world of sync, building a catalog, and networking in the industry. Don't forget to hit that like button, subscribe, and leave a comment below. Let's get to it!
    Kevin McCove is both a successful musician and passionate educator. He has performed opening shows for Drake, Billy Joel, Kid Rock, One Republic, Backstreet Boys among other major names. As a composer and songwriter experienced in synchronization, Kevin has had music placed in TV networks including CBS, Fox, MTV and Telemundo, as well as advertising placements with Delta Airlines, Gannett, Toyota and more. Kevin has inked performance contracts with LiveNation, worked on songwriting teams with artists from Atlantic records, UMG and RCA. In education he and is a highly respected speaker who has guest lectured at many schools and universities on how to equip yourself to become a full time musician in today’s music business.

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    What Do I Do With $10k? - Full Episode

    What Do I Do With $10k? - Full Episode

    Full Episode taken from Interview in 2023
    Presenting Sponsor: Joyburst - https://joyburst.com/
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    Turn up the volume as Founder of CI records and Launch Music Conference Director Jeremy Weiss as we dive deep into the world of gig booking and making a lasting impression on talent buyers. I know firsthand how challenging it can be to secure gigs in competitive markets like Philadelphia. That's why I'm excited to share these insights and expertise with you on how to succeed in smaller, less jaded markets and make a name for yourself as a performer. We also discuss a recent tragedy in the music industry with the passing of PnB Rock and plans for a music event in his memory. If you're a musician or industry professional looking to up your gig booking game, this podcast is for you! Tune in as we share our tips and strategies for booking tours, building meaningful relationships with talent buyers, and taking your music career to the next level.

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    The Underrated Songwriter: Brian Florian

    The Underrated Songwriter: Brian Florian

    The McCove Mindset Podcast's "Collaboration Socialites" segment features an insightful conversation with singer-songwriter Brian Florian. Brian shares his musical journey from getting chills as a child listening to The Doors and Joni Mitchell to teaching himself to play guitar by slowing down records. He discusses initially seeing himself more as a player doing covers before evolving into a songwriter. Brian provides a candid look at the challenges of building a fanbase playing the LA club circuit and getting a song placement, expressing appreciation for the community and collaborative spirit he's found working with artists globally through this group. He imparts wisdom about not waiting for others, staying true to yourself, and putting your passions into motion. Throughout the discussion, Brian's love for music's power to inspire joy and connection shines through. His reflections offer an inspiring perspective for artists and songwriters at any stage of their creative journeys.
    Atypical Parenting - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6flwIPp0gB6eYJfi6Zg8in?si=BOnFnz1HTOaBdCWIKmxCeA&pi=e-PZIldIFNQiyy

    • 36 min
    Unravelling the Beats - Salvador James

    Unravelling the Beats - Salvador James

    In this captivating episode of the McCove Mindset Podcast, Kevin McCove brings us into an enchanting dialogue with the musically gifted James Spalding, who offers a candid view into his musical journey. They dive deep into the fusion of music and friendship, starting with James' early encounter with music in high school and evolving with his move to Dublin and formation of the unique Re-Loveution band.
    Despite the break-up of the band, the ties of friendship and a shared love for music hold strong. The narrative shifts towards James' exploration of different genres and his evolution, leading to his first recording brought to life by an experienced sound engineer. The conversation paints an inspiring journey into an artist's life, marked by resilience, passion, and a profound love for music.
    Beyond Beats: James’s Journey of Resilience, Entrepreneurship, and Fatherhood
    Join us in an episode with Salvador James, a musician whose life journey is as compelling as his music. Starting from his career's highs and lows in 2011, Salvador offers an intimate exploration of his life before the digital era and his powerful realization that inspired him towards entrepreneurship. His journey of 'failing forward' resonates as he candidly shares elements of his personal life, including the profound influence of his son and his experiences as a parent to a child with autism.
    This podcast shines a light on Salvador’s incessant passion for music, which served as a therapeutic outlet in his life. He emphasizes the essence of authenticity and appreciating our unique selves. Detailing his collaborative experiences during the pandemic, Salvador highlights the value he found in this creative interplay amid isolation.
    Striking Chords in a Pandemic: Salvador James’ Musical Journey with Clubhouse
    Engage yourself in a rejuvenating conversation marked by Salvador’s musical journey with the audio-networking app, Clubhouse, during the pandemic. He reflects on the sense of community he developed and the joy of collaboration honed via the app.
    Salvador also unveils his perspectives on mentorship and networking, attributing his artistic growth to these factors. Sharing his strategy for releasing his collection of songs and his overarching focus towards neurodivergence and parenthood, Salvador reiterates the mantra 'it's OK to be you', emphasising the role of self-belief and benevolence. The episode concludes with a thoughtful quote from Jürgen Klopp, reinforcing the value of relationships over trophies and setting the tone for non-competitive creativity.Music courtesy of Knock It Out Music & Cueniverse Salvador James Music - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6flwIPp0gB6eYJfi6Zg8in?si=BOnFnz1HTOaBdCWIKmxCeA&pi=e-PZIldIFNQiyy

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