Together since 2009, The Kenneth Brian Band includes co-founders Kenneth Brian (Lead Vocals, Lead Guitar) and Travis Stephens (Harmony Vocals, Rhythm Guitar, Piano), with Steve Ferrone (Drums, Percussion) and Paul Ill (Bass) rounding out the qu

Episode 17: Lawrence Park - Killing It on YouTube & Beyond

Apr 26th, 2017 56m 38s

Lawrence Park is a Korean-American R&B singer from San Francisco, CA. He currently lives in San Diego, CA where he graduated from UC San Diego in 2012 with a Political Science Major.During college, he met his vocal coach, mentor and father fig

Episode 16: Fostering Band Community with Allen Camp

Apr 5th, 2017 53m 34s

Allen Camp is the former guitar tech for P.O.D. and is currently the President of ARC Productions, an artist management company that helps bands come up with solutions for the ever-changing music industry.

Episode 15: Breaking into Film/TV Music Placement with Josquin des Pres of Track Star Entertainment

Mar 28th, 2017 59m 18s

Track Star Entertainment was founded in 2001 by lifelong music entrepreneur Josquin des Pres. As a renowned producer, composer, musician, manager, studio owner, prolific author and lifelong music impresario. Josquin des Pres grew up in France a

Episode 14: ShowSlinger and Making Artists Business-Savvy, with Jason Barnes

Mar 22nd, 2017 58m 55s

National Account Manager for ShowSlinger and professional comedian. Jason has performed with industry heavyweights like Jeff Foxworthy, Dave Atell, etc. Son of Don Barnes, lead singer for .38 SpecialWhat is SS and how can it help all types of e

Episode 13: Deborah Vega - Speech Therapist/Vocal Coach

Mar 10th, 2017 57m 13s

Episode 12: Digital Marketing with Vlad Gorenshteyn

Feb 28th, 2017 56m 47s

Vlad Gorenshteyn (a.k.a. DJ Vlad) is a professional DJ, musician, entrepreneur and former advertising executive and consultant to global brands. Vlad is partner, producer and performer with "Party Express Express Entertainment" based in Atlanta

Episode 11: Breaking Into The Comedy Scene, with Jason Barnes

Feb 15th, 2017 58m 55s

Jason Barnes was born on the west side of Jacksonville and raised by a legendary rock star, Don Barnes, the lead singer of .38 Special.Jason says, “Growing up around musicians formed my sense of humor at an early age. I starteddoing stand up co

Episode 10: How to Market Your Band/Brand with Scott Robertson

Feb 8th, 2017 58m 54s

Scott Robertson, CEO of RobertsonComm, has more than 25 years public relations and marketing communications experience with a wide range of consumer and business-to-business organizations including: the National Association of Music Merchants (

Episode 9: Artist Branding with Luke Zollinger, Former EVP of Orange Amplifiers & CEO of Revolt Brand Management.

Jan 31st, 2017 58m 54s

Paul talks with Luke Zollinger, Former EVP of Orange Amplifiers & CEO of Revolt Brand Management and Alex Auxier - Orange Amps Artist Relations

Epsiode 8: Percussionist Jackie Bertone (Beach Boys) & Drummer Aaron “A-Train” Smith (The Temptations)

Jan 10th, 2017 59m 55s

Jackie Bertone is Touring and Recording percussionist for the past 26 years specializing in the styles of R&B, Funk, Latin, Latin Jazz, Fusion, New Age, Country and all ethnic percussion. Here is a partial listing of the artists that Jackie has

Episode 7: 3 Steps to Putting on a Successful Original Gig, with Bram Bessoff

Jan 4th, 2017 59m 54s

Bram Bessoff, founder of IndieHitMaker talks about how to market your gig, how to properly advance the show, contracts, riders, and the do’s and don’ts during and after the gig.

Episode 6: Should Bands Seek Major Labels? - Capitol Records VP of Sales and Marketing, Steven Rosenblatt

Dec 20th, 2016 59m 54s

The state of the major labels and should bands even be seeking out major label deals?Steve Rosenblatt VP Sales and Marketing at Capitol Records, working with Radiohead, Beastie Boys, Foo Fighters, Beatles, etc. GM of Grand Royal working with Be

Episode 5: All About Open Mics - Dave Craver, CEO OpenMic.US

Dec 13th, 2016 59m 17s

This week Paul is speaking with Dave Craver, the founder of OpenMic.US about which open mics to do and how to maximize your exposure at each event.Should you even do an open mic if you're in a cover band or original act - Pros / consIf you choo

Episode 4: How to Get Gigs for Emerging Artists, with Lee Caruso Jr. of Big Atlantic

Dec 7th, 2016 59m 53s

Paul Nikolas explores how to select the right venues for your career level and successfully approaching booking agents for maximum impact.Do's and don't of approaching local club owners. How to build a basic press kit. What to leave out and wha

Episode 3: Charting for Emerging Artists with Bram Bessoff, Founder of IndieHitMaker.com

Nov 29th, 2016 59m 51s

We dive into the world of online charts this week and take a look at which charts matter to emerging artists and how to get on them. We also take a look at planning record releases for maximum impact.1) How to get on the charts & why you would

Episode 2: Don Barnes, Lead Singer, .38 Special

Nov 23rd, 2016 59m 57s

Then and Now: The the Old Industry vs. the New Richard Donald "Don" Barnes is an American rock vocalist and guitarist. He is one of the founding members of the Southern rock band 38 Special. Barnes performed lead vocals on many of the group's

Episode 1: Surviving The Digital Revolution

Nov 16th, 2016 59m 57s

Paul Nikolas kicks off the show by talking with EnterTalk Radio CEO, FLorentino Buenaventura and COO, Paul Berezetsky about their experiences playing in bands, adapting to the new digital music industry, and how artists can differentiate themse

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