Matt Owen
The Hustling Artist's Podcast
In this episode of The Hustling Artist Podcast with, host Mesia Austin; tuba player Matt Owen founder of Eclectic Tuba plays full time with Admiral Phunk Brass Band Opposite Box and Andy Frasco and the UN. Matt is a leading innovator in electronic music for wind instruments and has created a unique avenue as he performs 250+ shows per year. He has collaborated with Galactic, Keller Williams, The Wailers, Better than Ezra and many more. Matt is also a member of the 129th Army Band and has worked with several Drum and Bugle Corps including the Cavaliers (Since 2017 - Present), Spirit...
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Chloe Davis
The Hustling Artist's Podcast
In this episode of the Hustling Artist's Podcast, with host Mesia Austin; Chloe Davis, a New York based Choreographer, Dancer, Actor and Author stops by to discuss her career. She shares how her career started and how she transitioned into theater, tv and film from concert dance (4:35). Chloe also shares the importance of Philadanco and Camille A. Brown in her artistic development (9:30)and the importance of making yourself valuable by using your platform of talents (15:00) Last Chloe discusses how her book, "The Queens English" came to be by finding language that make people...
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Emma Ford
The Hustling Artist's Podcast
In this episode of The Hustling Artist’s Podcast, with host Mesia Austin; Emma Ford a drummer from Sydney, Australia working her way through the Broadway Scene stops by the Hustling Artist Podcast to discuss her transition from Sydney to NYC (3:36), breaking into the industry through networking (11:50) and her thoughts on believing in your skillset enough to take chances (18:00). Last we finish the podcast by discussing the challenges of being a freelancer and surviving without a day job (25:00).
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Jennifer Wharton
The Hustling Artist's Podcast
In this episode of The Hustling Artist’s Podcast, with host Mesia Austin; Jennifer Wharton a Low Brass Freelancer, Band leader of Bonegasm (Trombone Quartet), a Broadway chair holder and sub and a NYC Ballet Sub discusses her educational path coming from Los Medanos Community College to manifesting freelancing opportunities (4:45). She also shares her thoughts on the value in versatility and issues with Orchestral Performance Degrees vs Real World Experience (8:00). Last Jen discusses building a career in NYC (12:45) and the importance of physical and mental health (18:00).
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Daniel Rudin
The Hustling Artist's Podcast
In this episode of The Hustling Artist’s Podcast, with host Mesia Austin; Dan Rudin a New York based Pianist, discusses his role as a Music Assistant on the Broadway Musical; Caroline, or Change (2:55). He credits much of his success to studying with and working under Jeanine Tesori at City Center and Yale University (4:55). He then shares how he landed a sub position on Caroline, or Change and how relationships lead to an opportunity on MJ the Musical (9:35). We close out this episode discussing the various projects Dan is involved in (20:00) and the importance of learning to the creative...
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Joshua Keith
The Hustling Artist's Podcast
The Hustling Artist’s Podcast, with host, Mesia Austin begins season 3 first episode with Joshua Keith as he reflects on his role in Paradise Square and being cast in an ensemble role on Broadway (1:18). He then dives into how he refined his Acting, Singing and dancing skills (6:08) as well as his move to NYC (11:45). Finally Joshua shares his insights on the difficulties of being an Artist (17:00), Balancing Mental Health, work and Family (22:50) and Landing Jobs in theater (29:30).
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Justin Q Williams
The Hustling Artist's Podcast
Justin Q Williams stops by the Hustling Artist’s Podcast to talk about his interior design business, Trademark Design Company which began in 2009. Justin is a highly sought after Interior designer who has an extensive experience in all elements of design, including commercial design, set design, photo-styling and real-estate staging. Along with being featured in magazines such as Jezebel, Atlanta Magazine and AM Home, Justin has most recently made a TV appearance on “unboxed with Nikki Chu.”
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Steven Hickerson
The Hustling Artist's Podcast
Steven Hickerson stops by the Hustling Artist’s Podcast to talk about his newly released music, “Belongs to You” and “Reset” and his new Recording Company: Gospel Renaissance Muzik Group. and the business side of the Gospel Industry. Steven digs into the business side of the Gospel Industry, providing a snapshot of his career by detailing his initial experience with music and how that lead to working with Ricky Dillard and New G, Dottie Peoples, Bishop Hezekiah Walker Yolanda Adams and Dr. Ora
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Camille Moten
The Hustling Artist's Podcast
This weeks #HustlingArtist Episode presents Camille Moten, freelance dance artist from central New Jersey. Camille shares her thoughts on the dance industry, including her personal investigation of the African American diaspora within the context of Western art, as well as the the economy and the daily grind of a freelance dance artist.
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Rob Opitz
The Hustling Artist's Podcast
Join #hustlinartist Rob Opitz and Mesia Austin in a discussion about Education, Commercial Artistry, establishing networks and much more! Rob Optitz, freelance trumpet player who is somewhat of a chameleon. Not only is he a commercial artist, he is also an Artist-in-residence at Kennesaw State University where he teaches jazz trumpet and leads one of their three big bands. He is also the Bandleader for the Atlanta Latin Jazz Orchestra and if that wasn’t enough hustle, he is also a realtor.
info_outlineCasey Cooper, or “COOP3RDRUMM3R,” with a lot of #hustle, built a YouTube channel that is now the most viewed and subscribed YouTube drumming channel per month in the world and continues to grow at an astounding rate. With over 7 million monthly views, Cooper’s channel reaches musicians around the world as he aspires to entertain and the world.
Website: http://coop3rdrumm3r.com
Instagram: @coop3rdrumm3r
Facebook: coop3rdrumm3r
Youtube: COOP3RDRUMM3R