The Musicians Mentor

Travis Marc hosts conversations with working musicians, producers, songwriters and composers covering topics not commonly spoken about within the music business- including networking, band break ups, touring nightmares, songwriting splits and loads of other, 'overcoming the struggle' type stories from the creatives perspective. The goal of this podcast is to help musicians increase their overall sense of self worth, both mentally and financially within the music industry. For more information. Please visit www.musicians-mentor.com

The Musicians Mentor is a music podcast hosted by Musicians Mentor, with 107 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Musicians Mentor hosts The Musicians Mentor, a music show with 107 episodes published.

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  The Musicians Mentor

  Episode 108 - Tod Howarth (Frehley's Comet, Cheap Trick, Ted Nugent)

  Sep 29, 202654 min

  On this weeks episode of the Musicians Mentor podcast I speak with American Rock multi instrumentalist - Tod Howarth. Tod is probably best known for his time as keyboardist, guitarist and second lead vocalist for Hard Rock group, 'Frehley's Comet' (led by former Kiss guitarist - Ace Frehley), but has also worked with artists like Cheap Trick and Ted Nugent. Tod originally rose to notoriety in the 80' with the group 707, best known for their hits 'I Could Be Good For You' and 'Mega Force', and has been an active live performer and songwriter ever since - releasing numerous albums as a solo artist as well as with other projects like 'Four By Fate' alongside ex Skid Row drummer Rob Affuso. During our interview we talk about determination, having back up plans, AI, touring, his forthcoming new autobiography and a host of other topics. For more information on Tod Howarth, please search for him across all socials @TodHowarth or visit www.todhowarth.biz For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit ⁠⁠www.musicians-mentor.com⁠⁠ As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from this content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. You can support this channel by - Visiting our affiliate pages with the lovely folks over at - 'EarPeace'. (Get 10% off across the site using this link).https://www.earpeace.com?sca_ref=1180... 'Soundbrenner'. ⁠⁠https://www.soundbrenner.com⁠⁠ (Use code TRAVISMARC-DEAL for 20% off). Big thank you to our good friends over at - 'Boom Boom Drum Pillows', 'Hand Titan' and 'Sonic Labs Audio' for sponsoring today's episode. Make sure you check them all out at the below links. 'Boom Boom Drum Pillows' - For the best drum dampeners and handcrafted drum accessories. www.boomboomdrumpillows.com 'Hand Titan' - A simple tool you use for a couple of minutes before or after you play to reset hand tension so you can keep doing what you love.www.thehandtitan.com (Use code KITHANDS for $10 off and free shipping). 'Sonic Labs Audio' - Plugins built by engineers - driven by music, for real-world production workflows and an uncompromising focus on musicality, speed, and character. https://soniclabsaudio.com/

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  Episode #17

  Episode 105 - Jay Jay French (Twisted Sister)

  Aug 18, 202644 minS5

  This week on the Musicians Mentor podcast I speak with American guitarist/manager/record producer and only continuous founding member of the heavy metal band 'Twisted Sister' - Jay Jay French. In addition to his worldwide success as a musician, Jay Jay has also been hugely successful as a motivational speaker, columnist, podcaster and even, an author with his book - 'Twisted Business - Lessons From My Life In Rock And Roll', which he co-wrote with Steve Farber. It's an excellent read, which I highly recommend. Jay Jay and I talk about his entrepreneurial beginnings, the importance of 'finding the right team members', the new Twisted Sister tour, work ethic and so much more. For more information on Jay Jay French, please search for him across all socials (@)JayJayFrench or head to www.jayjayfrench.com Additionally, you can check out his podcast - 'The Jay Jay French Connection' on all good streaming networks now. For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit ⁠⁠ www.musicians-mentor.com⁠⁠ As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from this content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. You can support this channel by - Visiting our affiliate pages with the lovely folks over at - 'EarPeace'. (Get 10% off across the site using this link). https://www.earpeace.com?sca_ref=11800704.qqfSYXvMI8 'Soundbrenner'. ⁠⁠https://www.soundbrenner.com⁠⁠ (Use code TRAVISMARC-DEAL for 20% off). Big thank you to our good friends over at - 'Boom Boom Drum Pillows' for sponsoring today's episode. Make sure you check them out for the best drum dampeners and handcrafted drum accessories - via www.boomboomdrumpillows.com

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  Episode #17

  Episode 104 - Jennifer Batten (Michael Jackson, Jeff Beck, Full Steam)

  Aug 4, 202659 minS5

  Today on the Musicians Mentor podcast I speak with a true guitar hero, and woman who (in my opinion) probably inspired more girls to pick up the guitar than anyone had before her. The one and only - Jennifer Batten. Many of you will know of Jennifer because of her years of work with the biggest pop star to ever do it - Michael Jackson but in addition to her with with MJ, she also toured and recorded with the legendary Jeff Beck from 1999 to 2001. Jennifer and I talk about how she was the first woman to ever graduate from G.I.T (now known as the Musicians Institute), touring the world, finding the pocket and so much more. For more information on Jennifer Batten, please search for her across all socials (@)JenniferBatten1 or head to www.jenniferbatten.com For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit ⁠⁠www.musicians-mentor.com⁠⁠ As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from this content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. You can support this channel by - Visiting our affiliate pages with the lovely folks over at - 'EarPeace'. (Get 10% off across the site using this link).https://www.earpeace.com?sca_ref=11800704.qqfSYXvMI8' Soundbrenner'. ⁠⁠ https://www.soundbrenner.com⁠⁠ (Use code TRAVISMARC-DEAL for 20% off). Big thank you to our good friends over at - 'Boom Boom Drum Pillows' for sponsoring today's episode. Make sure you check them out for the best drum dampeners and handcrafted drum accessories - via www.boomboomdrumpillows.com

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  Episode #27

  Episode 103 - Jeremy Colson (Steve Vai, Billy Idol, Marty Friedman)

  Jul 21, 202649 minS5

  Today on the show I speak with Steve Vai Drummer - Jeremy Colson. In addition to Jeremy's work with Vai, he has also worked with acts/artists like - Billy Idol, Sebastian Bach, Marty Friedman and Michael Schenker - to name just a few.Jeremy talks to me about his 1995 Guitar Center Drum Off placing, touring, what he defines as success and so much more. For more information on Jeremy Colson, please search for him across all socials (@)JeremyColson For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit ⁠⁠ www.musicians-mentor.com⁠⁠ As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from this content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. You can support this channel by - Visiting our affiliate pages with the lovely folks over at - 'EarPeace'. https://www.earpeace.com?sca_ref=11800704.qqfSYXvMI8 'Soundbrenner'. ⁠⁠https://www.soundbrenner.com⁠⁠ (Use code TRAVISMARC-DEAL for 20% off). Big thank you to our good friends over at - 'Boom Boom Drum Pillows' for sponsoring today's episode. Make sure you check them out for the best drum dampeners and handcrafted drum accessories - via www.boomboomdrumpillows.com

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  Episode #14

  Episode 102 - Dan Lavery (Tonic, The Fray, True)

  Jul 7, 202646 minS5

  Dan Lavery is a New Jersey based multi instrumentalist musician, most prominently known for his role as the bassist in 90's Alt/Rock band 'Tonic' - whose breakout hit 'If You Could Only See' was recognized as rock radio's most-played song of 1997. Originally part of the band 'True', Dan decided to relocate to Los Angeles in the mid 90's to try and further his career. A decision that ultimately ended up being life changing for him. Dan talks to me about this, touring the world, his stint with 'The Fray', following ones passion and even his key roles on management teams for artists like Adam Lambert and Joe Jonas. For more information on Dan or Tonic, please search for him across all socials (@DanLAvery) or visit - www.toniconline.com. For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit ⁠⁠www.musicians-mentor.com⁠⁠ As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from this content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. You can support this #podcast by - Visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'. ⁠⁠https://www.soundbrenner.com⁠⁠ where you can use code TRAVISMARC-DEAL for 20% off of their products. Big thank you to our good friends over at - 'Boom Boom Drum Pillows' for sponsoring today's episode. Make sure you check them out for the best drum dampeners to enhance your drum tone with secure, handcrafted accessories - via www.boomboomdrumpillows .com

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