"Say yes before you're ready--then figure it out." - Joe Phillips

How do you get ahead in the entertainment industry? How can you build a lasting, meaningful career as a creative? As a musician, how can you find a sound that's unique to YOU?

In this episode, Emmeline sits down with touring artist, producer, pianist, and teacher Joe Phillips to answer these questions and more. Joe shares how he made the journey from touring band member to sound engineer. He also talks about developing the work ethic that led him to work on sounds for attractions at Universal Studios, the music for Barney & Friends, and sound design for films like Braveheart. Emmeline and Joe discuss how a musician's mentality can and should shift for live shows and studio work. Then, Joe gives a glimpse behind the curtain of his new studio at Campbell Crossing and invites singer-songwriters of all stripes to reach out for recording assistance!

To learn more about Joe Phillips, to learn from him, or to follow his musical journey, visit him on Instagram or send him an email at joephillips1@me.com.

For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

"We are all borne from love." - Janna Wilson

We all know that creativity can be an essential processing tool in the toolbox for trauma survivors. But creation comes in all shapes and sizes!

In this episode, founder of The Love Mic and multi-passionate creative Janna Wilson talks about how she has used her need for an outlet and accountability to build the community of artists that have now formed and supported three iterations of The Love Mic.

Emmeline and Janna also talk about overcoming the discomfort of asking for money for your art, celebrating the accomplishments of other artists, why open mics are important for musicians, and how community can lift you up and carry you to your next creative level.

To learn more about Janna and her creative ventures, find her on Instagram. To learn more about The Love Mic and how you can get involved as a performer or an audience member, follow The Love Mic on Instagram.

For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

"It's not about you all the time; it's about reading an audience."

Your art isn't just something you do for fun; it's your legacy. The things we create are the things we give back to society. If we're musicians, our music has the power to inspire others. If we're entertainers, our work has the power to uplift, unite, and energize an audience. If the thing we create is community, we have the power to bring people together in new and exciting ways for important causes.

In this episode, Emmeline sits down with Michael Clay, founder of Michael Clay Productions and co-founder of the Texas Music Project, to talk about the primary paradigm shift required to truly change an artist's life. They also talk about how to book gigs as a musician, what goes into a major event production, and how one's career in the music industry can change over time. Michael shares the importance of looking for needs in the industry--and explains why "playing live" is really about serving the venue, client, and audience. He also discusses his #MusicHeals project and the amazing work he's done with the Texas Music Project.

To learn more about Michael Clay, or to hire Michael Clay Productions to produce an event, visit his official website. To learn more about the Texas Music Project--or to find out how to donate money, time, or talent to the cause!--visit the organization's official website.

For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.