Made It In Music: Interviews With Artists, Songwriters, And Music Industry Pros

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Matt Redman: Worship Songs That Reach The Outer Limits Oct 08, 2018

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In this episode of the Made it in Music podcast, Full Circle’s own Seth Mosley (Grammy/Dove Award Winning Producer) sits down with the one and only, Matt Redman (Worship Leader, Singer-Songwriter, Author). Get a behind the scenes look in to how Matt began his journey with God, his trials along the way, and how his worship tunes grew to be some of the most sung songs in churches today.

Matt Redman, based on the south coast of England, near Brighton, has been a full-time worship leader since the age of 20. Matt’s earlier songs include ‘The Heart of Worship’, ‘You Never Let Go’ and ‘Blessed Be Your Name’. More recent compositions include the Grammy-nominated ‘Our God‘, and the double-Grammy winning ‘10,000 Reasons’. Matt is also the author of several books, including 10,000 Reasons, The Unquenchable Worshipper, Facedown, Mirrorball, Blessed Be Your Name (co-authored with Beth Redman) and Indescribable (co-authored with Louie Giglio).

Matt Redman is here to share his incredible story about how he made it in music, and he’s here to help you do the same.

Resources:

Book mentioned in this episode:

The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon

Record mentioned in this episode:

Songs in the Key of Life by Stevie Wonder

Find out more about Matt Redman:

www.mattredman.com

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Madeline McDonald: How To Break Into The Business As A New Country Artist Oct 01, 2018

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In this bonus episode of the Made it in Music podcast, Full Circle’s own Seth Mosley (Grammy/Dove Award Winning Producer) sits down with Madeline McDonald (Singer-Songwriter). As a rising artist, she is pleased to share with the world her first single, Well Behaved Women, a song empowering women over all ages to stand up and to straighten their crown.

Madeline is the first country artist to be signed to our very own FCM Records. She is a rising star in the country music world and we are honored to join her along her journey. Madeline’s heart is to encourage every person to live a life of purpose and hold their head up high (know that they are worth it).

Madeline McDonald is here to share her incredible story about how she made it in music, and she’s here to help you do the same.

Resources:

Book mentioned in this episode:

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

Record mentioned in this episode:

Play On by Carrie Underwood

Find out more about Madeline McDonald on most major social media sites:

@madelinemcdonaldofficial

Listen to her lead single, Well Behaved Women, here:

MUSIC: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/well-behaved-women/1428553741?i=1428554760

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/70mpXlZaGRKRarEA6Nly04

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Shane McAnally: Overnight Songwriting Success... Not Really Sep 24, 2018

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In this episode of the Made it in Music podcast, Full Circle’s own Seth Mosley (Grammy/Dove Award Winning Producer) sits down with Shane McAnally (Producer/Songwriter). You’ll hear stories of blood, sweat and tears and all that led to his success (that took 14 hard years of grinding it out to accomplish).

McAnally just recently celebrated his 37th #1. He has written songs for artists Kenny Chesney, Dierks Bentley, Keith Urban and Kacey Musgraves to name a few. McAnally was named Songwriter of the Year by the Academy of Country Music in 2014 and Hot Country Songwriter of the Year by Billboard in 2015. See a list of all the songs he has written and produced at the link provided in the resources section.

Shane McAnally is here to share his incredible story about how he made it in music, and he’s here to help you do the same.

Resources:

Book mentioned in this episode:

Born Standing Up by Steve Martin

Find out more about Shane McAnally:

http://www.smacksongs.com/shane-mcanally/

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Josh Silverberg on Writing for Worship and Film/TV Sep 10, 2018

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In this episode of the Made it in Music podcast, Full Circle’s own Seth Mosley (Grammy/Dove Award Winning Producer) sits down with Josh Silverberg (Artist, Producer, Songwriter). Josh and Seth share a similar story. Both began their music careers as artists and have transitioned into production. Both give much detail to their journey and how God has given them such success in an ever-changing industry.

Silverberg’s credits include writing/producing Jeremy Camp, Michael W. Smith, Jesus Culture, Kari Jobe, Mandisa, Newsboys, and most recently the smash hit “The River” by Jordan Feliz just to name a few. Josh also is heavily involved in film and TV music production. You can catch his songs in commercials, film trailers, and sport spots. Take a deep dive into the process of songwriting with Josh as he shares his mistakes and what he has learned from them.

Josh Silverberg is here to share his incredible story about how he made it in music, and he’s here to help you do the same.

Resources:

Videos mentioned in this episode:

Effortless Healing by Art Thomas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjwvJ2cZ7HA&frags=pl%2Cwn

Find out more about Josh Silverberg:

www.ccmmagazine.com/tag/joshua-silverberg/

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How Radio DJ's Think with Wally from Way FM Aug 27, 2018

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In this episode of the Made it in Music podcast, Full Circle’s own Seth Mosley (Grammy/Dove Award Winning Producer) sits down with Wally (Radio Host of The Wally Show). Wally will share key experiences that led to him finding God and eventually hosting his own radio show.

Over 20 years in the industry, Wally has worked with mainstream rock radio stations and hosted his very own shows. He is now the host of The Wally Show on WAY-FM where he interviews many Artists from the CCM market weekly that broadcasts to hundreds of thousands of listeners.

Key Takeaways:

Those who don’t give up, are the ones who make it.
Big mistakes cost you. But it is how you learn from those mistakes that will define you.
Relationships are key. Who you know and not just what you know can help drive you further into your dreams coming true in the music industry. It’s true.

Wally is here to share his incredible story about how he made it in music, and he’s here to help you do the same.

Resources:

Books mentioned in this episode:

How I Make $100,000/year in the Music Business by David Hooper & Lee Kennedy

Music mentioned in this episode:

Shinedown

Find out more about The Wally Show:

http://www.wayfm.com/wally/podcast-2/

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Jesse Frasure: DJ Marries Country Music to EDM Aug 13, 2018

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In this episode of the Made it in Music podcast, Full Circle’s own Seth Mosley (Grammy/Dove Award Winning Producer) sits down with Jesse Frasure (Producer, DJ, and A&R). They’ll share how you can fail 90% of the time and still win.

Jesse, a Detroit native, currently resides in Nashville, TN where he has not only found success in production and as a DJ, but also as the VP of A&R for Major Bob Music, Inc. management and publishing. Jesse has produced, co-written, or remixed for artists like Florida Georgia Line, Meghan Trainor, Rascal Flatts, Kenny Chesney, Thomas Rhett, Billy Currington, Jordin Sparks, etc. As a DJ, Jesse (as Telemitry) has spun at parties all over the world. Celebrity DJ clients have included Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, Drake, Alyssa Milano, Cee Lo, etc. He has become a reliable call for those looking to record their next hit or throw one awesome party.

Jesse Frasure is here to share his incredible story about how he made it in music, and he’s here to help you do the same.

Resources:

Books mentioned in this episode:

Shoe Dog by Phil Knight

Ready Player One by Ernest Cline

Music mentioned in this episode:

Thriller by Michael Jackson

Discovery by Daft Punk

Parachutes by Coldplay

Find out more about Jesse Frasure:

www.rocnation.com/jesse-frasure

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Henry Seeley: How a New Church Can Rise in the Music Industry Jul 30, 2018

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This episode of the Made it in Music podcast, Full Circle’s own Seth Mosley (Grammy/Dove Award Winning Producer) sits down with Henry Seeley (Pastor, Songwriter, Producer, Mixer, and Visionary).

You’ll Learn About:

The process of putting together a worship album for Henry’s church
The challenges and rewards of planting a church and watching it grow
The importance of collaboration in the music industry and helping each other rather than creating a “competition” mentality

Henry Seeley has been leading people in worship for over 20 years. Helping pioneer a worship movement in Australia that grew to a church of nearly 10,000 people, Henry and his wife Alex have been in "full-time ministry" for over 2 decades. They now Pastor their church in Nashville, TN, The Belonging Co. Henry is passionate about all things creative… Songwriting, producing, mixing, film, visual arts. He is also a self-professed "gear nerd", and won a Grammy award in 2016 for mixing.

Henry shares his struggles of rejection and how he overcame that and so much more with us.

Henry Seeley is here to share his incredible story about how he made it in music, and he’s here to help you do the same.

Resources:

Books mentioned in this episode:

Tailor Made by Alex Seeley

Purchase Alex Seeley’s Tailor Made, out now:

https://www.amazon.com/Tailor-Made-Discover-Secret-Created-ebook/dp/B072TM3C96

Find out more about Henry Seeley and his church:

https://thebelonging.co

https://henryseeley.com

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Cary Barlowe: Hit Songs Start with Crazy Stupid Ideas Jul 16, 2018

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In this episode of the Made it in Music podcast with Cary Barlowe, we will dive deep into Cary’s history and how he has had success in a multitude of genres including Pop, Rock, Country, and Christian Music.

The Virginia born /North Carolina raised writer has written 4 number one songs in the Country genre including “American Honey” by Lady Antebellum, “Where It’s At” by Dustin Lynch, “Sun Daze” by Florida Georgia Line and “It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To” by Billy Currington. Barlowe has also had 9 number one songs with CCM artist TOBYMAC including (“Made to Love”, “I’m for you”, “Tonight”, City on Our Knees”, “Hold On”, “Christmas this Year”, “One World”, “Get Back Up” and “Feel It”) as well as 3 Grammy nominations for Contemporary/gospel song of the year with Toby. Barlowe also had a number one song (“Good Morning”) with Christian Artist Mandisa.

In this episode, you will be inspired and hear Cary and Seth discuss motivational stories, getting to work with Rick Rubin in former band Luna Halo and what it is like to land a song on a Taylor Swift record and how that came about.

Cary Barlowe is here to share his incredible story about how he made it in music, and he’s here to help you do the same.

Resources:

Books mentioned in this episode:

The Shack by William P. Young

Find out more about Cary Barlowe:

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4700047/

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Eddie DeGarmo: Laying the Foundation for an Entire Music Genre MIIM 108 Jul 02, 2018

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In this episode of the Made it in Music podcast with Eddie DeGarmo, we will dive deep into Eddie’s history and how he helped pave the way for Christian music for generations and many generations to come.

Eddie DeGarmo has experienced over a half century in the music business of fun stories. From playing keyboards at 10 years old in his first 1960s Memphis rock and roll band, to his own massive tours filling auditoriums and stadiums around the world with DeGarmo and Key. He successfully transitioned from his artist career to accomplished music executive co-founding Forefront Records and discovered many ground breaking artists. Eddie then rose to his role as president of the largest and most successful Gospel and Christian music publisher in the world, Capitol CMG Publishing.

In this episode, you will be inspired and hear Eddie and Seth discuss shifting the gears, changing the keys and staying motivated through the years in the ever-changing business that is music.

Eddie DeGarmo is here to share his incredible story about how he made it in music, and he’s here to help you do the same.

Resources:

Books mentioned in this episode:

In Search of Excellence by Robert H. Waterman Jr. and Tom Peters

Purchase Eddie’s new book REBEL FOR GOD out now on Amazon.com:

http://a.co/6SYekXb

Find out more about Eddie DeGarmo:

www.facebook.com/theeddieadegarmo/

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Ryan Stevenson: What To Do After Record Label Rejection Jun 18, 2018

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Questions, questions, questions… you’ve been rejected too many times… or haven’t made a break in the music industry and are seeking answers or solutions? This episode of the Made it in Music podcast with Singer-songwriter, Ryan Stevenson, may have a few solutions you’ve been searching for.

You’ll Learn About:

How difficult it can be to finally make your break in the industry
How to overcome rejection from labels and continue pushing forward
And the stories behind Ryan’s second album release with Gotee Record, No Matter What.

Following a seven-year stint as a paramedic, Ryan Stevenson signed an agreement with Gotee Records in 2013 after capturing TobyMac’s attention by co-writing the No. 1 and Grammy nominated single “Speak Life". Ryan’s 2015 full-length album Fresh Start which featured the No. 1 radio single “Eye of the Storm” helped launch him into a new level of success. It never came easy and in fact took a lot of rejection. But Ryan kept picking himself up, supported his family, and followed his dreams. Ryan shares his struggles of rejection and how he overcame that and so much more with us.

In this episode, Ryan and Seth discuss the new record, Ryan’s success, and pushing through the trials and the journey rather than worrying about the next big thing. Throughout his stories, Ryan shares very insightful and useful tips that will help lead you in your own success and guide you through rejection to follow your calling.

Ryan Stevenson is here to share his incredible story about how he made it in music, and he’s here to help you do the same.

Resources:

Books mentioned in this episode:

The Shack by William P. Young

Listen to Ryan’s new single out now:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-matter-what-feat-bart-millard/1350016308?i=1350016324

Find out more about Ryan Stevenson:

https://ryanstevensonmusic.com

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