#105 W Susan Ruth!

On this episode of Mentoring For The Modern Musician the Scharff Brothers are honored to be joined by songwriter and renaissance woman Susan Ruth! Although it took us a few tries to actually get her on the show so you could hear it, trust us that it will be well worth your time! Susan talks about her unique journey into the music industry and how to do it all while remaining a good human! After you listen to her on our podcast make sure to check out her podcast “hey human” , it is in a word ...brilliant!

http://www.susanruth.com/

https://heyhumanpodcast.com/

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On this weeks M3 podcast

the interviewers get interviewed! The boys hope you enjoy this Re-cast of an interview they did for the podcast All Things College And Career. Though many of the topics discussed here will be familiar, there’s a decided shift in perspective that comes from answering questions rather than asking them!

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https://atcandc.com/

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On this episode of Mentoring For The Modern Musician the Scharff Brothers discuss the often deep danger inherent in the well meaning advice and/or reminiscent reflections of a veteran musician! If it doesn’t sound hopeful or positively framed you might want to simply say, “Thank you” and politely run screaming in the other direction! Or not... Listen in to make an informed decision!

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This week on the M3 podcast the boys revisit the topic of Artist Development. Just because labels don’t spend money on it anymore, doesn’t mean it isn’t still a crucial part of an artists career path. It’s always been important and it always will be! So plug in and find out why!

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This week the Scharff Brothers had the pleasure of interviewing songwriter and Berklee instructor Scarlet Keys! While the interview is guided by the release of her new book The Craft of Songwriting: Music, Meaning, and Emotion, the boys follow Scarlet down a myriad of other topics. Early career, writing in Nashville, teaching at Berklee, and the constant pursuit of influencing emotion through songs! Kick back and enjoy y’all!

The Craft Of Songwriting 

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On this, the 100th episode of the M3 podcast, The Scharff brothers take some time to reflect and review the first 99 episodes! The boys chat about some of the big interviews and recall some forgotten gems... All with the common Mentoring For The Modern Musician theme of looking to help aspiring, emerging and established artists find more joy and success in their career through the dissemination of up to date actionable industry insider information. As always, remember, you got this... Adam and Michael have got your back!

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This episode of Mentoring For The Modern Musician is another reality check driven show from the Scharff Brothers. The boys love that you are fired up and driven to have a successful career as a musician! As always, they want to help!!! So, listen in while they remind - or enlighten - you about a glut of things that most people won’t say that you need to do... but you do... you really, really do!

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This weeks show is all about the importance of self-knowledge. Other than talent, few things are more important in your music career… or any other life endeavor for that matter! The deeper you dig, the more you uncover, the larger the amount of self honesty you are able to muster, will be reflected in a direct correlation with the amount of success you will enjoy in your career! Not to mention the level of happiness and joy you’ll experience in your entire life! What is true for you life is true for your career. And what is true for your career is true for your life.

Confused??? GOOD! Time to push play for some clarity!!!

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This week on the podcast Adam and Michael explore the subject of Safety in the music industry. It’s more than just your normal cautionary tale talk telling you not to trust too many insiders and their predatory promises… There’s oh so much more to be aware of about personal security in this business! Tune in and turn it up so the M3 boys can help keep you safe and sound!!!

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This week on the M3 podcast Adam and Michael talk through the importance of realistic thinking and daily vigilance when it comes to a career in music. There’s no shortcuts, silver bullet, or magic wand to wave that will bring the success we all hope for... nothing can replace staying positive and working hard if we are going to reach that big goal! Plug in for some deep talk on how to get there without winning the lottery!

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Should I be playing cover gigs? Maybe I should be focusing only on original gigs? Can I be playing both?

SHOULD I be playing both? Are they each valuable to my career? ALL GREAT QUESTIONS! Push play on your podcast machine so the M3 Boys can hip you to some real answers on this one!

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You got this, we got your back!