If there’s anyone out there who is most definitely a pro, it’s Hutch Harris. He’s been playing music for 25 years, touring since 1996, and has built up a wealth of experience and insight over the years.

He shares his thoughts on effectively using social media with an authentic voice as a musician today, the full story behind how the Thermals got signed to Sub Pop Records, how labels can help your career beyond just distribution, how their seminal album recorded over ten years ago is now surprisingly selling really well, how he and his bandmate Kathy, are able to play to each other’s strengths and manage the day-to-day of band business together, his biggest piece of advice for artists who are aspiring to play music full time, and quite a few other useful and interesting topics.