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#141: Gretchen Peters – From Songwriter to Performer

Gretchen PetersGretchen Peters is a Grammy nominated, Nashville singer-songwriter who has always been fiercely independent and true to her own vision. In fact, she’s managed to retain ownership of all her music.

Gretchen began her career as a songwriter in Nashville, but struggled at first to gain success as a performer (who also performed original music). Gretchen talks about the Nashville songwriting industry: how it was, how it has changed, and how she found success writing songs for big name artists.

Join us as Gretchen describers a journey of music, songwriting, performing, and staying independent.

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#137: Shanta Thake – Getting the Attention of a Club Booker

Shanta Thake books artists and bands at Joe’s Pub at the Public, one of New York City’s most celebrated venues for emerging and established performance artists. (They book an astonishing 800 shows a year). Named for Public Theater founder Joe Papp, Joe’s Pub debuted in 1998 and plays a vital role in supporting young artists while providing established artists with an intimate space to perform and develop new work. If you’re an artist trying to get the attention of club bookers, or book a tour, don’t miss this episode!

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#003 : Alicia Rose – The woman behind the curtain

Club bookers can be an elusive bunch, but they stand between you and your next gig. Who is Alicia Rose? She books the musical talent at one of Portland’s hottest clubs, the Doug Fir Lounge. Both nationally touring acts and local bands alike, covet the chance to take the stage at the Doug Fir. So what does it take to make an impression on a booker like Alicia? Well first of all, you’ve got to know how to say hello! Alicia makes it clear that getting to know the people behind the scenes is an important step that many musicians neglect and then suffer the consequences. So take her words to heart as you approach the club booker in your local music scene. Now go get your foot in the door and your band on stage!

Check out the Doug Fir Lounge click here!

Glossary
(Alicia mentions these other Portland clubs in her interview)

Berbatis Pan
Dantes
Ash St. Saloon

The intro theme song is by our very own Chris Robley

The featured music in episode 3 is by Boy Eats Drum Machine

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