Artist Empowerment Radio Podcast

Bob Baker's Podcast of Self-Promotion Tips and Inspiration for Musicians, Artists, Writers and Creative People of All Kinds

May 05, 2009

38 - Florence LaRue of the 5th Dimension

Florence LaRue was a founding member of the 5th Dimension, along with Billy Davis Jr, Marilyn McCoo, Lamonte McLemore, and Ron Townson. In the late '60s and early '70s the group enjoyed a string of hit songs, including "Up, Up and Away," "One Less Bell to Answer," and "Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In."

Florence attended a workshop I gave in Los Angeles earlier this year. She was gracious enough to do this interview and share her seasoned perspective on an enduring career in music.

Running time: 14:07 minutes. File size: 13 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps).

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The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

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April 01, 2009

37 - Multiple Streams of Music Income

In part 2 of my interview with singer Melissa Phillippe, we talk about her work with Steven Halpern and don Miguel Ruiz, creating multiple streams of music income, using music to serve others, and how to overcome something that plagues many artists: resistance to marketing.

Running time: 10:21 minutes. File size: 10 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps).

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The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

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March 16, 2009

36 - Elevator Pitches & Finding Your Creative Path

How do you describe yourself when you are multifaceted? In part 1 of my interview with singer Melissa Phillippe, we talk about that, career re-direction, entering the spiritual music market, addictions, why music is personal, and more.


Running time: 12:43 minutes. File size: 11 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps).

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Featured sing/artist: "Infinite Possibilities" by Melissa Phillippe.

The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

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January 30, 2009

35 - Music Licensing: How to Break Into Film & TV

Listen to my interview with Zupe to hear first-hand how one successful musician developed a thriving music career by licensing his sounds for use in TV and film. Recorded in November at the TAXI Road Rally. Lots of valuable lessons here.

Running time: 13:19 minutes. File size: 12 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps).

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The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

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December 05, 2008

34 - Jana Stanfield: Getting Paid What You're Worth

Listen to this funny and inspiring story as Jana Stanfield explains how she created Keynote Concerts and upgrated her status from lowly musician to in-demand platform speaker. It's all about placing value on what you offer the world.

Running time: 16:07 minutes. File size: 15 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps).

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Featured song/artist: "More Than Enough" by Jana Stanfield (www.JanaStanfield.com).

The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

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November 17, 2008

33 - Wedding Gigs & Lucrative Niche Markets

On this episode I interview Anne Roos, author of "The Musician's Guide to Brides: How to Make Money Playing Weddings." Don't think this is all about playing the "Hokey Pokey" and dealing with difficult Bridezillas. There's a lot to be learned here for anyone who wants to make money within a niche market.

Running time: 15:31 minutes. File size: 14 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps).

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Featured song/artist: "Three Old English Tune" from A Light in the Forest by Anne Roos (www.celticharpmusic.com).

The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

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