Podcasting Your Global Career

Shevy Smith, a Los Angeles-based composer and producer, embarked on her illustrious career by signing a publishing deal as a teenager with Froehlig-Palmer Music/ Famous Music in Nashville. A recipient of the prestigious ProMax Gold award and an Emmy-nominated producer/composer, Shevy's influence extends beyond the realm of music. In 2019, she joined forces with Khalid Jones to establish Elite Shout, a creative firm dedicated to leveraging emerging technology for groundbreaking opportunities in the music industry. Ultimate Playlist, the first-of-its-kind music discovery app, was launched in 2023 in partnership with the Arizona Lottery. Transitioning from a staff writer and college touring artist, Shevy's journey led her to the west coast in 2008, where she became the visionary force behind Forte Poesy—a groundbreaking music education program focused on empowering youth through the art of songwriting and musicianship. Her innovative curriculum reached across the globe, implemented in public and private schools in iconic cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and London. Simultaneously, Shevy showcased versatility by writing, voicing, producing, and engineering numerous national TV and film campaigns for major networks like ABC, NBC, Soapnet, and ESPN. Shevy is the Board Co-President for the Afghan Women's Writing Project and a proud member of the Alliance of Women Film Composers. For more on Shevy's extraordinary journey, visit www.shevysmith.com. www.shevysmith.com https://www.ultimateplaylist.app   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here  https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Bob Nissim, Helping and Educating Friends and Customers in The Financial Services Arena Bob has been serving people through the financial services industry since first getting licensed to sell real estate in California in 1979. In 1983, Bob got licensed in the securities industry with series 7 & 63 licenses and went on to spend 25 years mostly as a bond trader and portfolio manager for institutional investors. He is now using his expertise building two businesses.  He is also a founding member in a growing life insurance agency. He also has a business consulting practice that operates completely on a contingency basis.  He get’s paid when the business receives money.  He love’s this model because it puts his interests in perfect alignment. He is a lifelong San Francisco Bay Area resident, and has been married to the same amazing woman for over 42 years.  They have 2 beautiful daughters who are both married and have blessed them with 6 grandchildren.  They love spending time with family and taking advantage of all the amazing outdoor activities this great state has to offer.   Bob’s Links: https://www.facebook.com/bob.nissim.3 linkedin.com/in/bobnissim https://www.alignable.com/concord-ca/solve-for-why-y-consulting   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

In addition to Organizational development, Strategy coaching, and positioning herself as a leader, here is more about what Jacqueline does for her clients! I am an organic native to the Silicon Valley and greater Bay Area, with established roots in organizational development. Growing up in the epic center of a technology boom, surrounded by startups and innovated ideas has given me a playground with a variety of sandboxes to play in. My experience and decision making is built around the data of personally watching companies fail and succeed. Understanding what decisions led to those outcomes, what timelines were not met and why, what happens when the budget is not enough for the project at hand or staying in tuned with the latest technology that will close the gap on project deadlines, while at the same time maintaining personal relationships with clients.  These project management insights coupled with a large understanding of company culture, employee behavior and the importance of partner development has made me a key player in any organization small or large, complex problems to building roadmaps for company succession and most importantly having a hand in making those plans and company goals a reality. I am largely an action taker, the roll up your sleeves, get in the trenches kind of partner. I look at challenges as an opportunity to use current experience as a starting point to  find new ways to get to a solution and use different tool enhancements to achieve greater outcomes.     Jacqueline’s Links: Entrepreneurial-empire.com WWW.CONSULTJACQUELINE.COM https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/entrepreneurial-empire/id1679037732   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Adam Smith is a Live coach who also advocates for a  clean alcohol free and focused life style. Life Coach for Executives and Business Owners. Gain clarity, develop resilience, remove alcohol and perform better in and out of work. 121 Coaching | Retreats | Online Courses Talks about #lifecoaching, #mentalhealth, #mindsetcoaching, #executivecoaching, and #healthandwellness Talks about hashtag lifecoaching, hashtag mentalhealth, hashtag mindsetcoaching, hashtag executivecoaching, and hashtag healthandwellness Leeds, England, United Kingdom     Adams Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-smith-high-performance-coach https://www.instagram.com/adamsmith_agame/ http://www.agameconsultancy.com/ http://www.agameconsultancy.com/ adamsmith@agameconsultancy.com   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Lyndsay Phillips commands attention from both sides of the mic, she offers her clients the following: Podcast Publishing, Promotion & Leveraging [Speaker, Podcast Host & Guest] You invest A LOT into podcasting, whether you are a host or a guest. Your time, your resources, your team, and money. So why not LEVERAGE the HECK out of it and…skyrocket your visibility, be seen as the go-to-expert, create consistent content and optimize for lead generation. With Smooth Business Podcasting are a content marketing firm at the core, but experts in the podcasting industry. Sure we produce amazing podcast, but our LOVE is leveraging podcasts (whether you are a host or a guest) through our Podcast Leverage System and Podcast Guest Leverage System. We believe in taking the project management off your plate, give you peace of mind and truly LEVERAGE your content and podcast to it's fullest, so you aren't killing yourself trying to figure out what to post and truly get the ROI you deserve out of your podcast. Want to see what opportunities you are missing as podcast guest? Why not get a Podcast Guest Leverage Audit? Currently complimentary, but we will be charging soon! Head to our resource page to request yours. And if you want more tips on how to leverage your podcast for higher growth be sure to tune in to my Leverage Your Podcast Show on my site, or search for it in your favorite podcast app! Lyndsay’s Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndsayphillips http://www.smoothbusinessgrowth.com/ https://leverageyourpodcastshow.com/ https://www.leverageyourpodcast.com/free   Please subscribe to James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Shez Mehra is an award-winning creative entrepreneur, founder, strategic advisor, producer, and DJ. He specializes in audio branding, partnerships, entertainment, and experience design for some of the most celebrated brands and organizations in the world. Establishing his career in audio and sound as an open-format DJ, Shez formed his global-facing perspective on the power of music and how the manipulation of sound and experience can alter people’s behaviors. He traveled the world extensively as an open-format DJ and performed at events for John Legend, The Weeknd, Usher, Lady Gaga, TIFF, Montreal Grand Prix, Paris Fashion Week, and LVMH, to name a few. During this time, Shez also worked as a producer, creating music with artists like Drake and Clipse, and is decorated as one of North America’s top open-format DJs. Applying his knowledge of events and culture led Shez to establish The 194 Group, a firm that helps organizations produce live experiences, engage audiences and amplify brands. The 194 Group has helped create many amazing experiences, working alongside brands like Four Seasons, Google, Mastercard, Nike, BMW, Aston Martin, MLS, Rolls Royce, Harley-Davidson, Samsung, Shopify, TEDx, and more. Songtradr is the world’s largest B2B music company, delivering the only full-stack solution for all business music needs. We're on a mission to change the music industry for good through technology, creativity, and transparency. Trusted by global businesses, agencies, and labels, our fully integrated products and services help amplify brands while enabling artists and rights holders to realize the full potential of their catalog. Whether with a classic song or a trending tune, a global music strategy or a sonic identity, we help translate ideas into powerful, ROI-driven solutions to ensure content always hits the right note. With the acquisition of Big Sync Music in 2019, Song Zu and MassiveMusic in 2021, and 7Digital in 2023, The Songtradr Group has become the largest network of music specialists for brands and advertising in the world. Thanks to our combined expertise, we offer a holistic music solution for brands and advertising agencies, ranging from strategizing the use of music and developing sonic identities for brands, to providing music creative, selection, and custom music creation, through to the negotiation and procurement of global hit songs for major advertising campaigns. Our approach balances the creative process with data-informed decisions providing clients with music-optimized content.   Shez’s Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shezmehra/?originalSubdomain=ca https://www.songtradr.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/shezmehra?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B%2FvEIFdW%2BTJGdOu9%2Bscn%2FXg%3D%3D http://audiobranding.ca/ http://rainamusic.com/ shez.mehra@songtradr.com   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Maria Aguirre is a bestselling & international award-winning author, speaker, and high-performance leadership coach, with a wealth of experience under her belt. With a remarkable 28-year career in corporate leadership, particularly in Aerospace Operations, Maria has now dedicated her time to sharing her insights and supporting aspiring leaders in fully embracing their role and purpose. Her mission is to assist them in discovering meaning and fulfillment in both their professional and personal lives, enabling them to consistently achieve high performance through self-leadership, effective team-building, and impactful communication. Maria firmly believes that, armed with the right tools, most leaders can establish profound connections with their teams and view their roles as opportunities to positively influence others. Author and accomplished aviation management professional with over 26 years of experience in Aerospace Operations, Maria’s high performance leadership coaching and training framework focuses on: leadership, team-building & effective communication. Top 3 Value Bombs: 1. Most people perceive success as having a balanced life, freedom, financial stability, and a fulfilling family life. 2. A defined destination, discipline, and good habits will get you where you want to be. 3. Do not be afraid to lead. Lead with a heart for people and integrity. Pour out everything you built inside of you into creating something that adds value to everyone around you.   Get a copy and be the first five entrepreneurs to get 50% off on 5- a week coaching program - The Square-Peg Leader Delusion on Amazon and The Square-Peg Leader Delusion on Barnes and Nobles   Maria’s Links: Website: https://meaningfulleaders.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaaguirre/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meaningfulleaders/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7PJDHRY21_cN44CmKApCeQ   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Tiago is a business mentor in the “Help Industry” with a unique "Anti-Marketing" approach. After working at the EU headquarters of Google for 8 years, he's been simplifying marketing and business to its core, and truly believes you already have everything you need in your world to grow a sustainable and fun business.   Tiago’s Links   https://tiagofaria.pt/ https://www.facebook.com/tiagofariapontopt https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiagofaria/   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Dani Felt is a Philadelphia-born artist who has adapted her music life in Music City. Her metamorphosis from singer/songwriter genre to the pop genre has exceeded the expectations of many. Felt spins tales of twisted love, dark secrets, and haunted stories. The dark pop sound of her music compliments her powerful and seductive voice. Felt will release her debut pop single “Queen” in August 2020. She has made a statement with her bold personality and hardcore vibe, a far cry from her early musical upbringings in musical theatre. This fierce woman has taken a daring direction with her new music and emulates the alternative pop sound. Queen is a representation of what every woman wants to be… and Dani is cheering all the ladies on. “We all want to feel empowered, embrace our sexuality with confidence and I want to show women that they can.” – Dani Felt Felt’s new single “Queen” is a forthcoming alternative/pop single that pulls no punches in its towering Imagine Dragons-inspired production and empowering message about women taking charge, both in the bedroom and in life. “ ‘Queen’ captures my alter-ego. I have always been seen as the nice girl, so I wanted to write a song that explores my own power and sends a message to men that women can be in charge.” In addition to working on her solo career, Dani has made a name for herself in the music industry as an artist coach along with running one of the most progressive music industry networks for business. The bold and daring new single is only a taste of what’s to come from the brand new Dani Felt who is about to take the pop world by storm. Dani Felt Singer/Songwriter CEO of music marketing agency: Music Industry Mastery TV Show Producer, Author, Course Creator, Business Coach Dani’s Links: https://instagram.com/danifeltinspires https://www.instagram.com/danifeltmusic/ https://danifelt.com/ https://musicindustrymastery.com/ https://musicindustryaccess.com/ https://danifeltmusic.com/     Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here  https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Doug Cornfield was a multi-sport athlete in high school and college who focused on Basketball and Track through his first year at Taylor University. After a National Championship in the 800m his freshman year at the NCCAA (National Christian College Athletic Association) Track & Field Championships, Doug focused his full attention to running. Those efforts led to a full scholarship transfer to the University of Georgia (UGA) where he finished as a top contender in the SEC. Doug is still listed on several top ten performances of all time at his alma-mater UGA for both indoor and outdoor Track & Field. During his time at UGA Doug was a member of the Georgia All-State Cross Country Team. He also toured Europe in 1987 racing for Athletes in Action. Races are not all that Doug won. He became a top sales representative for a fast growing company now known as NEST Entertainment. This led to an appointment as the East Coast Regional Vice President in 1992. Sales for the company grew from $500,000 per year to a cash flow of $500,000 per week in just three years. In the 1990s, Doug went on to work for several other companies as a sales consultant to test new products. In March of 2000 Doug joined Merrill Lynch moving to Corning, NY. Doug returned to his entrepreneurial roots in 2009 when, during his time with Merrill Lynch, Doug met Dave Clark, the only professional baseball player to pitch from crutches. Doug’s son, Gideon, was born with neither arm developed and one leg shorter than the other and Doug was interested in meeting Dave to learn what Dave’s parents did and how they treated him as a child. Dave became both client and friend giving Doug a chance to learn more about this incredible man’s journey. Doug convinced Dave to partner and promote his amazing life’s story. They are now co-founders of the Dave Clark Foundation, Ltd,. The Dave Clark Foundation organizes and hosts disability sports events to encourage others within the disability community to Dream & Do. Doug's Links: www.d3day.com www.pullingeachotheralong.com www.apoundofkindness.com Disability Dream & Do Video Pulling Each Other Along Podcast   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Empowering uninspired people to become unprecedented profit centers. Meshell Baker Enterprises (MBE) was founded to help women business owners, business owners and sales leaders empower their people to develop high-performance resilience and unstoppable confidence empowering them to deliver unprecedented results. Meshell along with her team, leverages her 25+ years of sales and leadership success in more than a dozen countries, to inspire energetic and collaborative communication. Participants acquire the knowledge, skills, and support to integrate success principles and fundamentals, cultivating markedly improved confidence and increased sustainable results. Meshell Baker is a Transformational Speaker and Coach inspiring teams, organizations, and audiences to improve engagement, increase retention, and implement high-performance resilience. She speaks, workshops, and coaches for women’s conferences, associations, professional organizations, and ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) in male-dominated industries on topics of Confidence, Imposter Syndrome, and Leadership. Meshell guides her clients to establish a repeatable process that empowers behavioral changes translating into high-performance results, and high-performance impact for sustainable unprecedented results. This is more than just new information and strategies; it is a systematic process of transforming mindset, behaviors, and success habits. The essential components of the process include Immersion Experience + Authentic Influence and Collaborative Communication Training + Confidence Coaching and Consistent Integration = Confident Accountability + Unprecedented Performance. Turning Chaos into Confidence | Chief Confidence Igniter | Transformative Keynote Speaker | Authentic Selling Alchemist | Championing Workplace Confidence | Confident Living Catalyst | Vision Mastery Strategist Meshell’s Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meshellrbaker?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BRK3n10rPRrCruQCPUg3FxQ%3D%3D   https://linktr.ee/meshellrbaker   meshell@meshellbaker.com   https://meshellrbaker.com/speaking/   Twitter https://twitter.com/MeshellRBaker   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Kevin Marcus Miller is the Real Tony Stark, Invincible, with a Heart of Gold! Unemployed in a coma to over $100M in customer success from 2019 to 2023 My goal is to give you the EXACT TOOLS I Used to go from Unemployed in a coma and Broke, to an award winning copywriter & podcast host with 53,000 members in my private community. Hey there! I’m Kevin Marcus Miller, affectionately known as the Comeback Kid. Imagine surviving not just one, but 12 Sudden Cardiac Arrests! I'm living proof that resilience knows no bounds. Through my captivating storytelling and dynamic podcast, I'm on a mission to empower a whopping 1 billion people with the exact tools they need to transform life's most crushing setbacks into unparalleled comebacks. Award Winning Copywriter | Documenting my Comeback after 12 Sudden Cardiac Arrests Full one sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E1H6OEkH0Sc5Z0O4pJNLWzK9OpNN95Po/view?usp=sharing Kevin’s Links: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/setbacks-to-comebacks/id1681633499 Setbacks to Comebacks Podcast Hey there! I’m Kevin Marcus Miller, affectionately known as the Comeback Kid. Imagine surviving not just one, but 12 Sudden Cardiac Arrests! I'm living proof that resilience knows no bounds. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinammiller/overlay/background-image/ https://www.facebook.com/allapproach kevin@allapproach.com   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Jackie Kilraine is an experienced Doctor with a demonstrated history of working in the health wellness and fitness industry. Skilled in Epigenetics, Neurofeedback, Frequency Specific Microcurrent, Myofascial Release Therapy, Fibromyalgia and Wellness Coaching emphasizing empowering others to regain their natural state by uncovering the layers of their good health . Strong healthcare services professional graduated from Life Chiropractic College. Author of Codes of Longevity CEO of Expressing Optima and Amazing Brain Fitness Talks about #joy, #longevity, #epigenetics, #imagination, and #neuroscience Talks about hashtag joy, hashtag longevity, hashtag epigenetics, hashtag imagination, and hashtag neuroscience Amazing Brain Fitness Life Chiropractic College Warner Robins, Georgia, United States  Connect with Jackie! https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-kilraine-dc-bcn-6280a563/   https://www.facebook.com/jackie.barroso.9   https://www.facebook.com/ExpressingOptima   https://www.instagram.com/jackiekilraine/   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

World Civility Starts With How You Communicate With Others. Media Boss Pro Will Help You To Drive Your Competitors Crazy By Using Media To Make It So Your Ideal Clients Will Find You & Pay You. Dr. Barrett Matthews, known as the Media Boss, is an authority on execution, productivity and media. Barrett has shared his unique brand of productivity genius with organizations worldwide.  Dr. Matthews is the author of, “Why Didn’t You Get it Done?”, “50 Shades Of Wealth”, & “A Call To Action”, which he has used to help elevate the productivity of the business people he works with. He has a strong background in media, working in radio, print and television with a stint at CBS Sports, plus hosting and producing podcasts, including the BlackCEO Morning Show, Lunch & Learn with Chris & Barrett and Revenue Radio, as well as being a dynamic guest on The 30 Minute Hour, The Linda Fostek Show, & The Power Podcast w/ Dr. George C. Fraser to name a few.  Dr. Matthews was recognized as a World Civility Ambassador in 2020 by iChange Nations and as the Distinguished Leader for 2019 as well as other honors. In 2021, Dr. Matthews was named a Royal Liaison to the Development King in Ghana, where he will introduce his Media Monarch program. Always an engaging podcast guest, Dr. Barrett Matthews is committed to showing executives how to start and grow any business productively, by utilizing media. Dr. Matthews is on a mission to bring back civility to the global media with his Media Monarch initiative. He believes we should all, “Make Them Hear Your Voice”. Dr Barrett Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrettlmatthews/ http://www.makemoneyfrommediachallenge.com/ https://api.automationbooster.com/widget/bookings/mediaboss-consultation https://twitter.com/E2ESystems   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

In this episode James draws parrallells with observing Gratitude, and also playing several iterations of the title track of his 2018 full length album release "Gratitude" You can check out James and his music at the following locations. www.jameskevinoconnor.com https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jmOLr0hFpCtTlIlIx6V7p https://soundcloud.com/user-58326100/tracks Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL You can hear the Mastered WAV file of "Gratitude" right here: https://soundcloud.com/user-58326100/gratitude?si=e8b6cf3e63c145208d565aacfd7b50cd&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Jeff Griffin is a powerhouse of motivation and inspiration, if you have been sitting around with no drive and no energy, take a listen to this episode and take life by the throat, Jeff will teach you what real challenge is all about! Climbing Mountains Is Cool... - https://youtu.be/5urdeXvwVLM - ...Moving People To Take Action Matters Most 🏆 - Book a Discovery Call with Jeff ☛ https://calendly.com/jeff-210, ✉ jeff@griffinmotivation.com Who is Jeff Griffin? Jeff Griffin, is a world class transformational speaker, best selling author and mindset expert. Jeff Believes Success is a 3 part series ► 1. KNOW what you want ► 2. FINISH what you start ► 3. CELEBRATE the process A construction accident left Jeff paralyzed from the waist down, in-between college football seasons, over 20 years ago. His life and dreams were shattered but not defeated. He's picked up the pieces and has since discovered the Steps to Success that Great Leaders Follow and Finish. How Does Jeff Help Others Take Action? 🏆 Have you ever been paralyzed in the past from the demons of doubt and fear? 🏆 Have your methods to motivate fallen short of expectations, if not flat on your face? 🏆 Have you struggled to find the resilience to refuel the fire of desire? “I'Mpossible”, Jeff’s transformational message, Ignites the Eternal Tinder inside those that Experience It! It Moves and Motivates those who See It! And better yet, It Gives those who Do It, Power to Progress - - One Step at a Time! Jeff desires to Motivate Millions to Get Up, Get Out, and Get Going 10 X quicker by not only telling them how to accomplish the impossible but by showing them one step at a time. Jeff is a Living Example of Overcoming Debilitating Obstacles: In his presentations, Jeff literally gets up and out of his wheelchair and takes a few steps forward during his Keynote Speech; even after the experts told him he would never stand or move his legs again. Jeff walks people through a powerful hidden gems he's discovered and written in his 10 step World Record Leadership Training and Personal Improvement Program called I’Mpossible! Are you looking for help with: ► Motivating Audiences of all ages and sizes To Take Action ► Executive Coaching and Consulting ► Building Winning Cultures ► Keynoting Corporate Events and Fundraisers Take action now and book a discovery call with Jeff Griffin at: ☛ https://calendly.com/jeff-210 ✉ jeff@griffinmotivation.com ☎ (385) 288-1218 ► www.griffinmotivation.com    Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Tracey Currell is the founder of Introbiz, Human connector, Author, Mentor, TEDx speaker, Investor. Creating & connecting communities for global opportunities for SMEs entrepreneurs & business owners to grow their network and business Tracey is also creating the future for the next generation of public speakers, entrepreneurs and business owners. Tracey runs a trip to Necker Island to visit with Sir Richard Branson, if you want to find out about how to go on this trip reach out to me, james@thejamesoconnoragency.com I will reach out to Tracey, and Tracey will reach out to Sir Richard, Sir Richard will reach out to me, and I will be there to play guitar and sing! Tracey has created a brand new educational system for the worlds youth that you will learn all about in this episode. Introbiz ConnectionHub https://bit.ly/397g8ea Inspirational Women of The World https://bit.ly/3d6SVbZ Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Dustin Riechmann is a serial entrepreneur and online marketing expert.He specializes in helping mission-driven solopreneurs add 6 figures to their bottom line by telling the right stories on the right podcasts. Everything he teaches is based on real-world experience from his clients and his own successful online businesses. Quote #1 I had been listening to podcasts for many years and enjoyed it. It just never really occurred to me that I could be a guest. I didn't know, like, how does that even work? Yeah. So I just decided to give it a shot. So I found a show that I thought our story would be particularly timely for, because it was about side hustles. And so I crafted this pitch and I crafted it around the idea that I partnered with a local business, brought a product online and was able to sell it online, which was a big topic at the time because all the local businesses were suffering and recorded it, and it went really well. I sold some meat sticks, which is like the whole reason I got on there. Quote #2 So then I found another and another, and it turns out like the first 12 shows that I reached out to all said, yes, and they weren't small shows, you know, they were, they were good shows. And I realized I had a knack for it basically, you know, I'd been doing engineering for years, but in that role, I actually acted more like an attorney in a lot of ways, a lot of persuasive writing and, and I knew copywriting from my digital marketing days. And I just found that. This was a great marriage of those skills to get on the shows, and I was pretty rough as an interviewer at first, but through repetition, I got better at that too. Quote #3 And it was just completely inbound. So I didn't have a brand, or a website. I'd never called myself a coach or anything, until 2021 people started reaching out to me and they started paying me for one on one coaching, just like come up with a 90 day marketing plan with podcast guesting as like the central part of it and I started doing that. And so I did that for about 20 individuals that transitioned into small groups. And now like the main thing I do is actually run a mastermind program, and I need a mastermind that uses podcast as the main marketing vehicle. But to your point, that's a great foundation, but it can be extremely time consuming if you're trying to do it all yourself. Dustin's Links: https://7figureleap.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinriechmann/   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

402 Hillary Gooden Hillary Gooden is an Author, Speaker, Vibrant Life and Lymphatic System Health Coach. Activate and Maintain a Healthy Lymphatic System. Increase Energy, Clarity of Mind, Enjoy Better Sleep, Better Health and Vitality! "When I found out that I could use my breathing to help combat a chronic cough, I was amazed! Why hadn't I been told that!? I remember being in situations just as calm cool and collected. When all of a sudden I'm in a stressful moment or confrontational moment where I am expected to be the calm one. The coughing would kick in and It would take while to calm down. As a leader, it would be embarrassing. It made me feel like I looked weak or intimidated. I was neither of those. I would see the looks I would get. In my head I would be thinking there has got to be a way to get control of this. It took awhile, but I am so grateful to have found out about all the benefits of activating the lymphatic system. As a Lymphologist, I have learned how to make my breathing work for my good. I have found that you can store up calmness with your breathing. External stresses can affect your internal health. I am here to help women entrepreneurs and leaders 40+ understand the importance of activating your lymphatic system for better health and a more vibrant life! DM me, if you want to know more about making your breathing work for you, for your health and peace sake" Let's talk Hillary’s Links: Hillary@hillarygooden.com https://www.facebook.com/hillaryggooden/ https://www.hillarygooden.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillarygooden/   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Craig Andrews is the founder and Principal Ally at allies4me. He’s been in the marketing space for more than two decades and has driven over a half-billion dollars of revenue. He’s spoken on dozens of podcast as well as conferences including Conversion Conference. Helping high-ticket B2B service businesses close MORE deals FASTER at HIGHER PRICES using First-Time Offers that will break your cash register. 🎙 The Leaders & Legacies Podcast celebrates leaders who are making a difference beyond themselves. It was inspired from events in 2021 when the host, Craig Andrews went into a 6-week coma. Even after waking up, his brain was scrambled for another two weeks. When his mind cleared, his wife started telling him how his team stepped up and ran the company without him. Freelancers reached out to his team and offered to do whatever was necessary while he was in the hospital. Craig believes we all make an impact greater than we realize and wants to honor owners and founders as they lead others. Quote #1 We go into these cold relationships and we try to close them on a high ticket sale. The other option is we go in and we spend six months or a year taking them out to dinner, you know, running up the expense report in the hopes that eventually they trust us enough with that, that money. And what we found is. If you do this little coffee date concept, this first time offer, you can build a ton of trust in a short period of time and shorten that high ticket sales cycle. Quote #2 When somebody comes in, we get on a call and we, we spend about 30 minutes asking them questions, to figure out a number of things. One, do they have a problem we can solve? And I'm talking about first time offer for our business and at the end of that, there's questions if, if we believe we can actually help them solve a problem, we give them a short presentation and then at the end of the presentation, we make our first time offer, which has five deliverables.   Quote #3 If you want to torture me, put me in a room full of indecisiveness. And so as a part of our process, when we make the first time offer, we, we just tell them, you know, look, one of our core values is decisiveness.   And we know this is an insanely good offer that if you put it in front of a qualified buyer, their answer should be yes. If they have to think about it, they will be a bad fit for us. And so, um, That's so for us, you know, we get on a call and by the end, uh, at the end of one hour, they're either a customer or they're not now they're, they're a customer at 500, which, you know, we don't make money. Craigs Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-andrews/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CraigAndrewsMarketing twitter: https://twitter.com/allies4me website: https://allies4me.com Free gift: https://allies4me.com/fto23   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

For 20+ years, Megan Ann Rasmussen has served as an Award-Winning Producer, Director, and Educator, impacting multigenerational audiences.  As President of MAR Productions, she is committed to creating theatre that uplifts and strengthens each of us, building engaged communities. As a Producer she brought FREE PLAY: Open Source Scripts Towards an Antiracist Tomorrow to The TheaterMakers Studio’s Reading Series. Additionally, Megan Ann is developing Heaven Come Home by award-winning TheaterMakers Studio Member Justin Payne, features the moving “One More Day,” a musical number where families and their deceased loved ones yearn for one more day to be together.  Composer and lyricist Justin Payne says of Megan Ann’s contributions to the production, “To have Megan Ann produce this show has been monumental!” Megan Ann is Co-Producer of Joy: The Musical, a new Broadway show with Tony award-winning producer, Ken Davenport. She is also involved with A Beautiful Noise; The Neil Diamond Musical, The Griswold’s Broadway Vacation, Kinky Boots (Off Broadway), and is Lead Producer for Spells of the Sea (Regional.) Her passion for producing began at an early age as she sat glued to the television watching Julie Andrews in The Sound of Music. She was enthralled with the singing, choreography and the magic of what music and theater could be. As the bossy oldest child of 8, she took charge and produced elaborate set designs with cardboard boxes and index cards, and costumes she could find in the cast-off dress-ups. The seeds of a panache for producing were planted. Colleagues consider her “... in a class of her own,” and “a true find.” They’ve also said that “...whatever she does, she does it with heart and moxy,” as she “...blazes the artistic trail.” Quote #1 James I really believe that theater is best enjoyed with a young person on one side and a grandparent on the other Yeah, this intergenerational experience is something that as families, we don't get enough of it, when you talk about the show before we go to the show, the anticipation of what it's going to be like, and then sometimes I'm talking in the show, like, did you see that? Quote #2 We've had some great strategic partners. Um, I have a great co producer and Dr. Megan Alritz from the University of Texas at Austin. She helped orchestrate, there's no one path James, for how to get a show to Broadway, right? But, each path I think is interesting and pertinent or key to this project. So we did a development workshop called at Pegasus Play Lab, the University of Central Florida. Cool, right? UCF. Great people there. Julia, and we got it on its feet. And then, like, maybe like song writing, I don't know. I'd love to hear your experience. But after we got it on its feet, we did, we went back to do the rewrites. Quote #3 I love the people. I love the work, but I think we all owe it to our psyche and our creativity. To make sure we have time to refill that. Yeah. I actually just did a podcast on this about.......I call it the critical in between, which is this time between big developmental steps. The time where you have to check in and say, how's the show? How are my fellow humans? But also how am I, and you can't pull from a well that's not full. So there's a couple of things that I do. I. Um, I like to read, I'm a big, um, personal improvement junkie, um, I, there's a lots of folks that I like to listen to that fill my head, right? Let's, maybe if we went through the chakras, right, like it fills my head, right?   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

David D. Doerrier is a dynamic professional speaker, trainer, and coach with over 25 years of experience in the field of training and development, leadership and communication. With a passion for helping individuals and organizations achieve their full potential, David brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his presentations. David's engaging style and unique ability to connect with his audience have made him a sought-after speaker at industry conferences, corporate events, and educational institutions across the country. He is known for his ability to simplify complex concepts and deliver actionable insights that empower individuals to take their communication skills to the next level. Quote #1 Where in many cases it makes them a worse trainer or speaker because they just give all of this data and overwhelm their audience. So, to answer your question, I would be working with trainers, working with people that have complex information. That need to be able to, disseminate that or to share that with an audience so they can understand it. Quote#2 When I was a kid growing up on Long Island, New York,  I met folks that I graduated high school with. And many of them said, I didn't even know you could talk because I was just a shy kid. For me, if I was able to find a cave and live in that cave for the rest of my life at that time, I would have been very happy. However, higher powers had other, things on their mind for me in my life. But growing up as a kid, I was always fascinated with radio broadcasting, but I never knew how I was going to get into it. But I ended up in radio broadcasting. I ended up as a trainer while I was in the military. Quote #3 Knowing the audience and being able to speak to that audience and making your content relevant to your audience is number one. Number two is to incorporate stories. Many times people will be just giving data, all this data that they're just vomiting to their, to their audience. Tell us some stories. Give us some. Because we, as an audience, we wanna, we want to get those pictures with words in our head. We want to be emotionally connected to that content. So, know your audience, tell stories, and number three that gets missed all the time is to have a conclusion. People will get to the end of their presentation and say, Alright, that's it, I'm outta here. David's Links: https://presentyourwaytosuccess.com/ https://cliradio.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddoerrier/   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Bethany is a determined and resilient coach that teaches us what being the "Follow Up Boss" is all about. Having 5 children does not stop her from accomplishing her mission in life, "To Serve" Quote #1 I've been an entrepreneur since I was a kid, and I've been selling things since I've been a kid. You know, starting out with selling home baked cookies or Girl Scout cookies or, you know, I have all kinds of things that I did. And as a kid, it's way easier. But as I grew up into an adult and got into adult business, it was harder, you know, it wasn't as cute. I wasn't selling something quite as appetizing as cookies. What I really learned very early on is that one, I cared very much for the people that I was connecting with. I wanted that to be a relationship that was mutually beneficial. It wasn't just about me pitching something to them for my own gain. Quote #2  I'm really good at asking lots of questions because I really want to know all about the person I'm meeting, and what I really found was when I focus on the other person, when I, looked at what their goals, dreams, hopes, passions are, I could figure out ways to support them and that creates, A social capital of sorts between us that allows me then later on when I do need something, because you know, at times I need stuff too. Quote #3 Well, the thing that I often say to them is, do you feel like your sales process is either not in alignment with your values? And, or often times it's not getting the results you want, that's the practical side of it. What I'm able to do though, is I come with an outside set of eyes, you know, business, the business owner and their team are entrenched in the day to day stuff of their business. Bethany's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethanygeo? lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BDviw8a5uQ3eTr9567y6e4A%3D%3D https://linktr.ee/thefollowupboss positivemomentum7@gmail.com Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Ronnie Kinsey, MBA is well-credentialed as a seasoned leader with a breadth of experience in highly recognized academic and specialty medical centers, as well as in the corporate arena, and startups. As an Executive coach, trained through the College of Executive Coaching and a member of the International Coaching Federation Ronnie is focused on leadership and executive development, and coaching that has the power to develop and support bold, informed leaders who can lead us on the path to sustainable solutions to the outsized concerns seen in our modern society and leadership today. Ronnie is available for corporate engagements, team and 1:1 coaching, as well as Keynote speaking. Ronnies recent LI Post: The brain has the ability to rewire itself. When you maintain a positive outlook, you are more likely to achieve your goals. When you practice optimism consistently, you strengthen neural pathways associated with positive thinking, making it easier to maintain an optimistic mindset. Ronnie's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronniekinseymba/ http://ronniekinsey.net/   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Carly Thornock: Half family coach and half interior designer, I'm here for those intentional mamas who want to create meaningful and beautiful homes.  I promise inspiring, cozy vignettes and overwhelm obliteration. I host the Becoming Home Podcast, with new episodes dropping each Thursday. Tune in to learn how to think differently about your space and create your dream house (which includes great relationships-- or it wouldn't be your dream!). Quote #1 "So we live in deep Delta. Where we're off grid, everything is produced by our community, or that's the goal at least. It's a self sufficient, goal oriented community. Right now we have to go to the grocery store every 10 days, make the trek out, back to town. But, it's self sufficient, we're living off the land, we're building these beautiful homes that are...built by us, which feels really fun and cool.  All different kinds of home construction that are super tight as far as energy efficiency goes and relatively inexpensive because we're building with our actual hands with the actual earth. Anyway, it's just so much fun. We love it a lot." Quote #2 "Yeah, we do have a generator. Our solar banks last for four or five days of complete cloud. So that's nice. So we don't usually have to use our generator. We did start turning on our generator this winter when we had like three weeks of really cloudy. snowy weather, but we don't run it often. So it's really, it's really awesome. It's fun." Quote #3 "I love that you call it service. That's how it feels in my soul. Thanks for seeing me. Thanks for seeing the artist in me. That's how it feels. I started out thinking I was going to get into architecture and interior design, something about space and something about visual, physical interaction with it. It's the way that my brain is wired. I'm not really sure, but I love it. I love all aspects of it. And actually I found myself in a marriage and family degree program at college because I got a full ride scholarship to this amazing university that didn't have an interior design or architecture program. So I went with my gut. We went to the university, found myself studying the family. And I realized that there's not a lot of research about how the family uses their space. There's a lot of research about how schools use space, how prisons use space, how hospitals use space. But we don't really talk about how houses or our homes, right, where we grow and develop and have our most sacred connection, and how our house can facilitate that."  Carly's Links:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/carly-tho... https://www.carlythornock.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjl... For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/suppor... Thank you for doing this my friends!

I had a really great time interviewing Chad in SLC, he opened the door to his methods and his skill in bringing out the best in his clients and business owners.  Dive in deep to this interview and find out how its really done!   About Chad: I am a coach and cornerman to business owners and founders. I thrive in conversation with the restless and relentless. Being a seasoned founder and entrepreneur myself in the media and ad world, I am intimately connected to the unique challenges and hurdles of those pursuing something bigger than themselves in business and relationships. There is reward in discomfort, and I am a living invitation into the discomfort that produces change, growth, and vitality. I live at the foot of the Wasatch range in Utah with my sweetheart of 18 years and my 3 kids. We spend our time camping, hiking, kayaking, mt. biking, and skiing. Pretty much anything that can be done in the wild. Quote #1 "Why you're not getting to where you're getting? It's such a good question. The first thing we need to find out is how they're leading themselves. How do they relate to themselves? Are they telling themselves the truth? And more so than telling themselves the truth, are they willing to see and hear feedback?"   Quote #2 "Because without feedback nothing can change. Nothing new can be created without feedback. And you know what's crazy is that most of these companies, founders have been so good at listening to the feedback in the marketplace for their product or service, but it doesn't always translate to being with human beings in a meaningful way." Quote #3 "I get along with everybody I can talk with anybody. And once I was able to get off of that, all that story that I've made up and that fear of like, oh, what if I am judgmental? Once I got off of that, I could see where in my life judgments had kept me from connecting with other people. Yeah. And that's actually the tool I used to keep safe, quote unquote, safe. If you sense that there's more, there is" Chad's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-brown-leadership-coach-477a7015/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jd_RNFpeWs   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Today we go to the land close to the land down under, lets find out about courage and determination. This fine young lady grew up in Eastern Europe, then moved to London, then to New Zealand, wow, now there's a mix of cultures, languages, and societal differences to challenge anyone with fitting in and figuring it all out! Join me in todays interview with Annamaria Berek who now resides near the beautiful Lake Taupo in New Zealand! Annamaria's passion: She empowers female entrepreneurs to unchain their rebel and mischievous spirits to become abundant in every sense. She love's helping women on the mission of financial and emotional independence by rebelling against social limitations.✨️ My content is about:  mindset for abundance  attitude for success  unique feminine side unleashed to stand out Founder of The Red Heel BO$$ Academy Helping Female Founders Get Clients by Creating BADA$$ Brands in 2 Weeks  Rebel Biz & Mindset Coach  Women Empowerment Speaker  15y Biz/30y Mindset Annamaria's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/with-annamaria/ https://withannamaria.com/ https://withannamaria.com/luxury https://www.instagram.com/with_annamaria/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelrichwomen/ https://www.pinterest.nz/withannamaria/   About James: Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Global Credibility Expert Mitchell Levy is a 2x TEDx speaker (including the 28th most popular in 2021), an international bestselling author of over 60 books, a Certified Stakeholder Centered Coach, and an executive coach at Marshall Goldsmith’s 100 Coaches. After interviewing 500 thought leaders on credibility, he published a 7-country international bestselling book, delivered a powerful TEDx on humanity, created courses, and created the Credibility Nation membership community to help those live, learn and surround themselves with others on the credibility journey.   As an Executive Coach, Mitchell is a sounding board, a thinking partner, and someone who can hold the mirror to generate insights for personal change. This impact has earned him a place among the world’s Top 200 Leadership Voices by LeadersHum (#16 in 2023), and as the #1 Thought Leader in Ecosystems and Top 100 Thought Leader Overall by Thinkers360.   His professional experience includes: Spending nine years on the board of a NASDAQ firm, starting 20 professional service companies in Silicon Valley, and was affectionately known as Mr. E-Commerce during the dot.com days. Creating and running four executive business programs (71 courses) at Silicon Valley Universities, four conferences for Comdex during the dot.com days, and co-founded and ran four CEO networking groups for a decade. This professional experience including serving in an executive coaching capacity to hundred of clients, and sitting on over 50 advisory boards has exposed Mr. Levy to a myriad of mindsets and business models.    Mitchell Levy is a visionary thought leader who has dedicated his career to empowering individuals and organizations to unleash their full potential. He’s helped over a thousand people articulate their purpose in 10 words or less, allowing them to lead with clarity and intention. Through his extensive experience in credibility, Mitchell has developed a unique approach to helping organizations foster growth and transformation, and create a culture of credibility. If you are inspired, please take the following actions: Contact Mitchell Levy https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchelllevy/ Subscribe to the Credibility Nation YouTube channel  to see the Dear Credibility Expert. series where Mitchell answers credibility questions once a week in 10 minutes. Subscribe to The Mitchell Levy on TikTok to watch a series of 1-minute videos. To learn more about the birth of Credibility Nation, watch this video. Quote #1 "I was actually commissioned by Reid Hoffman and Constantin Gurley to write LinkedIn's first book. So we were the publishers of LinkedIn's first book. So I'm familiar with it, with what it's doing, where it's going, the acquisition, all that, and For a long time I've been thinking about writing a LinkedIn newsletter, and I just executed the launch very recently." Quote #2 "Topic. Super cool. It's called Staying Relevant. My primary focus is on credibility. And so, you know, it, I don't use the word credibility in there, but it's credibly staying relevant. So what do you have to do today in, in the pivot point we are in, in the world, and I was under the impression, uh, or I set the goals for myself and, uh, and that. I'd be happy if I got a hundred subscribers. Right? And so, you know,  I was gonna do it Wednesday morning and I said, oh no, let's wait. And I did it Thursday morning and, and about an hour into it, I had 200 subscribers and I'm like, oh, maybe I should change my expectations. So we ended up getting, uh, over a thousand on day one. A week later we're close to 2000, and I just. Shared my next article. And what's nice, James, what's nice about this is my big focus in life is on credibility and for us as humans, to live life more credible and as corporations to instill an idea of credibility and culture of it inside the company." Quote #3 "Before Mark Andreessen put Mosaic on top of the internet and all of a sudden we started seeing it and, and when 50 million users in the US first started using the internet, oh my god, it's real. So what I'm gonna say is chat. GPT is the mosaic of ai, right? Chat, GPT allowed us to see what AI can do. It's possible that chat, GPT will have the same fate as Mosaic, right? Companies still out there made good deals, but it's not the big brand. Open AI may produce other things that, produce value. The point is, though, for us who are listening to this right now, tomorrow's gonna be different than today. And how can you stay relevant? And,  that's basically the, the topic  I'm personally exploring as we all should,  for the clients I work with." Website: https://mitchelllevy.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchelllevy/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/happyabout Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CredibilityNation Twitter: https://twitter.com/happyabout  https://www.tiktok.com/@themitchelllevy Subscribe to the Credibility Nation YouTube channel  to see the Dear Credibility Expert. series where Mitchell answers credibility questions once a week in 10 minutes. Subscribe to The Mitchell Levy on TikTok to watch a series of 1-minute videos. To learn more about the birth of Credibility Nation, watch this video. Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Amy uses her combined twenty years as a Media Executive, TV host, Recording Artist, Public Speaker, Corporate Spokesperson, and Sales Professional, to help others present and communicate a concise and professional message. Amy's career also includes her accomplishment as an Author with her book "Lights Camera Action" reaching “bestseller” in the fall of 2021.  Her new music “Love Another Day” EP released in 2022 and the single “What if it All Goes Right” is now on radio and charting worldwide including Nashville Music Row Charts, and selected for the NY Times Summer 2022 Playlist. Quote #1 First of all, what if it all goes right, what do we do at the end of that? Isn't it fantastic? The title alone snagged me the minute I saw it, and I hadn't even heard the melody or the chorus yet, so I knew that was the song  Was that in Nashville, Nashville, Tennessee?  Yes, it's Sound Emporium Studio. I was so honored. It was written by amazing writers in Nashville. I was pitched a lot of music When we went into the song searching project a thousand songs, my a and r manager went through to bring down to a couple hundred that went to my producer and myself to weed through pitch sessions virtually. Quote #2 We definitely have a different flow. I born and raised up in the LA area. I know what you're talking about. We still are up there to visit all the time. Family all lives up in the LA area, and then we come back to San Diego and it's okay. I can breathe. Yeah, you pay to live here, but boy, I can breathe. Yeah. Quote#3 I was always singing, started singing at the age of three, started playing piano at the age of three. I was singing in cover bands. I grew up in the worship bands and the church choirs, school choirs, all of those things. So music was always the core root of my passion and my being. But, And as anything else, we have to provide. We have to make a living and we have to do it well. And sales and real estate and mortgage really did that for me.   Amys Social Links: https://www.amyscruggsmedia.com/ https://www.amyscruggsmusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/amyscruggsmedia/ https://www.facebook.com/amyscruggsmedia/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyscruggs/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/4uxaWu0fnDyGx2I9lpczCP?si=Crl6aVURS2qTEKMXsNjstA https://linktr.ee/amyscruggs   Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Hersh Rephun has led teams in PR, Creative, Brand Strategy, Global Partner & Franchisee Relations, and now helps 7-figure+ businesses find their “next-figure brand voice.” His mantra is, “Sell the Truth with Humor and Humanity.” A veteran Copywriter/Creative Director, Hersh is the Founder of HumanEyes, a personal interface for reviewing, editing, and elevating Ai-generated output. Having played standup gigs across the country (Comedy Store, Comic Strip, Funny Bone, The Ice House…), Hersh brings his stage presence to keynote talks and hosts two interview shows ranked in the Top 2% of Apple Podcasts globally. Hersh and James get into a spirited discussion about "Sir Quitous" and the fun just rolls from there! Follow Hersh everywhere with his links! Follow TTF on Instagram: @truthtastesfunny Follow the entire YES, BRAND family of podcasts on Instagram: @Hersh4all on LinkedIn: HershRephun on YouTube: HershRephun on Twitter: @TruthTstsFunny Our Website: HershRephun.com Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Cassie Shea, Co-Founder of Powerhouse Leaders HQ comes from deep roots on Hope Avenue in Santa Barbara, California.  Growing up in the corporate world gave her the chance to climb up the ladder fast before she pivoted to entrepreneurship.  Now, Cassie and business partner Brooke help CEOs looking for a change - those who don't know where to start or how to pivot. Prediction: in 10+ years, everyone will be a solopreneur and contracting out part time at various companies. The W2 employee model is dying, fast. Imagine if you could get paid (more) to do only the work you love, while filling the exact need a company has. After talking to hundreds of people about this, I found the common thread is "I don't know what my business would be." My take? You already have skills to monetize, you're just not connecting the dots. If you aren't sure what your biz idea would be, here's the best way to get started: 1. Inventory your super skills (what you're better at than anyone else) 2. Do some research on how others have monetized their skills in the knowledge economy 3. Dissect the research into categories, and look for patterns 4. Figure out your key values (in life, not just biz) 5. Map how your values align to having an online business (what's your why) 6. Take a stab at creating one biz idea from scratch   7. Tell everyone you know, and a bunch of people you don't know 8. See if you get any bites of interest 9. Learn from what everyone says (what questions they ask, what doesn't make sense to them, what parts do resonate) 10. Learn how to create an offer based on what you learn and get paid to test it (my fave step = getting paid to do your ongoing market research) We're taught for so long to learn skills to get promoted and get raises in a traditional job. I'm passionate about helping you figure out how to do this and make more money for you (and, sometimes that's a raise in combo with a new income stream). You don't have to leave corporate to do this. It's not all or nothin'. You can start today. If you'd like help figuring out what online business would work for you, DM me "biz plan" and I'll share how I've worked with people to go from "I don't know what I'd do" to full plan in 2 hours. Reach Cassie on Linked In here! https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassieanneshea/ Please subscribe James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Biography: Wes Wages is a content-generating, idea factory, family-man extraordinaire based in Nashville. He's helped brands like Winnebago, Shipt, and Williams-Sonoma,  as well as top-notch authors like Amy Porterfield, Michael Hyatt  and Marie Forleo create content that's both engaging and effective.   Quote #1 "So whenever you're presented with a problem, you have three solutions. And then whoever you're telling this to, you tell them what solution you would choose. So for instance, if this is your kid or if this is an employee, they come to you with a problem. Well, they have to have three solutions to it, and they have to tell me which solution they would choose." Quote #2 "Was it people, evangelizing your brand, what was it that helped you get to, um, this level of clientele? 100% referrals. Okay. It's meeting someone, going to events. Shaking hands, getting to know people, and then always offering a helping hand in any way, and then those are the people that would always present my wife and I to other clients." Quote #3 "We were shooting an event one time in Portland, Oregon, and somebody messaged me and said, Hey, I'd love to help out on your video team. I didn't need volunteers. We had a crew that were paid, you know? Right. But I was like, cool, if you wanna do this, that's okay. Yeah. Well, I met that guy and his wife, well, they ended up getting us a job with Winnebago."    When he's not busy being a content mastermind, you can find him flying the friendly skies . With his innovative ideas and impeccable time-management skills, Wes is a true jack-of-all-trades. Gems that Wes is Always Ready to Discuss  -  How do you maintain a work/life balance with 4 kids and a wife who is also a CEO? -  What would be your top recommendation for a call-to-action for viewers of a marketing video? -  What videos do you suggest business owners or solopreneurs make? -  You've worked with some top names in the industry, how did you make those connections? -  Do I need to be on Tiktok? -  How do I start with video? I know I need it in my business. -  Why do I need to create videos in my business? -  Masterclass or Online course - I'm overwhelmed at the tech, can you help? -  Testimonials, does my company need them? -  How do I get great success stories for my product, course or business? Ideas For Main Topics and Focus Points: -  Why you need video in your business. -  How online courses are changing and what to do next. -  Use video to connect with your audience. -  Why success stories help tell your story better than you can. -  Work/Life Balance Website and Podcast Links: www.armosastudios.com   Please subscribe to James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

C.K. Collins, aka Kelly, was an award-winning publisher and owner of a hyperlocal news publishing company. She sold her company and retired from the industry in 2021. Believing that travel feeds the soul and grows the heart and mind, Kelly embarked on a two-year travel sabbatical to write her book, The Swipe Right Effect: The Power to Get Unstuck. Kelly now leads a movement called The Momentum Effect where wise women can connect and build their next chapter in life. Quote #1 “ That meant I needed to sell my business. So in Tennessee, it's assets must be split and so that meant the business would have to be split and I didn't want that to happen. Yeah. So I, I did a lot of soul searching. I went on this big long hike in Spain, and on that hike I just kind of laid out. Really just spent the next six months, just trying. I couldn't think too far ahead. Yeah, at one point I was six days I think, and so I came home, you know, I had already filed for divorce and I decided to sell the business. It happened really quickly, like within four months.” Quote #2 “So I just really started getting stuck. So I was basically living a new version of my old life. Wow. And I had a runway this three years that I had to stay. So I just really started getting stuck. So I was basically living a new version of my old life. Wow. And so I thought if I could come up with a plan of something new and exciting, that that would be the way, you know, I, that I could give myself something to look forward to. Yeah. And you know, once I realized that whole new version of my old life, I knew I needed to make a big change. So I went to my brother and I said, you know what if I quit my job?” Quote #3 “With the exception of Buenos Airs, I knew I was going for five weeks and I booked an Airbnb for five weeks. It was so cheap. Yeah. I mean, that's a great place to go on a budget. Yeah. And, and that, you know, part of the early retirement was I had to be on a budget. Right. And I had stayed in hostels. I wasn't afraid to stay in hostels. That solo travel, there's something so much deeper there than just the excitement of travel and the seeing the touristy spots. It's the courage that it takes to do it. Yeah. Helps you grow and your, your spirit becomes freer. Your heart gets bigger from the people that you meet. Yeah. And the people that accept you when you're traveling alone, people are so kind. And especially, I don't know, I'm sure it's with men too, but with women. You know, older couples always wanted to know what, what was going on with me. Like, why was I sitting in the square in Santiago by myself? Yeah. Yeah. Are you okay? Yeah. Can we buy you a glass of wine? Yeah. I'm like, I, I'm good.” Kelly's Links: Program:   https://www.ckcollins.co/momentum Masterclass Team and Benefits: https://www.ckcollins.co/momentumteam Retreat Information: https://www.ckcollins.co/momentumretreat https://www.facebook.com/ckcollinsauthor/ https://www.youtube.com/@c.k.collins/playlists https://www.instagram.com/ckcollinsauthor/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ckcollinsauthor https://www.linkedin.com/in/c-k-kelly-collins-04b679265/ https://www.pinterest.com/ckcollinsauthor/ https://c-k-collins.ck.page/profile  https://twitter.com/CKCollinsBooks Please subscribe to James Youtube channel here! https://tinylink.net/XSGqL Featured song for this episode is  "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show!  https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

On today's episode, we are joined by Tonya Eberhart and Michael Carr, two international bestselling authors and hosts of the Be Bold Branding Podcast. Together, they are partners in BrandFace®, where they have helped thousands of Coaches, Creators, and Experts define, develop, and display their personal brands to change how they're seen and charge what they're worth. Their mantra is "People don't do business with a logo. They do business with a person". Join us as we dive into their journey and learn from their expertise on how to build profitable personal brands.   Tonya Eberhart is the founder of BrandFace® and Branding Agent to Business Stars, author of four books on personal branding and host of the Be Bold Branding Podcast.  Tonya’s humble career began while selling vacuum cleaners door to door to pay her way through college. That led to a job in radio, where she observed local business owners who were featured in their own advertising and positioned as local celebrities in the market. That’s when she realized the power that personal branding has on a business. Almost two decades and many successful brands later, she founded BrandFace®, a personal branding firm comprising a book series, speaking series, and personal branding program that is designed to help authors, podcasters, speakers, coaches, and business owners differentiate themselves.   Michael Carr is America’s Top Selling Real Estate Auctioneer, the Abundant Life Broker, COO of BrandFace and host of the Be Bold Branding Podcast. During his 25 years of experience, he has been actively involved in over 78,000 transactions and licensed in as many as 31 states in the continental U.S. as a broker and an auctioneer..  Michael first met Tonya in 2013 when he became a BrandFace client. He immediately put her exclusive personal branding concepts to work at his own brokerage, and as a result, his real estate business quadrupled over the next year.  On the heels of that success, they have co-authored two books together:  BrandFace® for Real Estate Professionals and BrandFace® for Entrepreneurs, both of which became #1 international bestseller on Amazon.  Today, he is a partner and the COO of BrandFace®. Their mantra is, “People don’t do business with a logo.  They do business with a person.”    Quote #1 (On Michaels Hiring of Tonya) “I was in San Bernardino, California. I was peppering her with questions. It was like middle afternoon, you know, maybe two o'clock. Something like that. Uh, you know, whatever, 12 o'clock to her or whatever it was, something around that. And I, and I'm like, pepper. And she's finally, she said, listen, you've asked me every question that you can ask me. All you can do now is just trust that I'm gonna do it. And I just took a deep breath and said, well, I trusted you two weeks ago. I was just giving you more hell than I had to say, so let's get started.” Quote#2 “Michael was my first brand face real estate client. So it was my first foray into the real estate world and personally branding somebody. So, um, at first I thought, okay, this is gonna be. Pretty easy because in the real estate world, people are used to being the face of their business already. Their photos are on their business cards, they're on their yard signs a lot of times, and they're used to kind of putting their persona out there. And I thought, this is an industry that could really, really use the help, because a lot of 'em put their face out there, but they really don't put their differentiation out there. And I knew there was a lot that I could teach. So when I started working with Michael, it was like, It was like butter, honestly. It was like he, he listened to everything. He was anxious to get it done and the, he was like working with a thoroughbred and you kind of had to hold back the reins. Right. And that's where literally, I would say to him, look I handled his expectations by telling him I was going to handle his expectation. I said, Michael, let me handle your expectations. And he, at, at that moment, he knew that what he wanted yesterday was gonna take at least another 48 hours, right? And so I knew that. We know that I had a timeline. He had a timeline, and then we had this thing where it's like, okay, we, all of these things cannot be a priority, Michael, so we're gonna do the 1, 2, 3. Okay. So we're gonna put some things are to one that's a priority. Those things we take care of first. Second, things are really important and right on the heels of that. And third need to happen sometime, but not this week. Right. And so then it became, let's turn those threes into ones right. So we had a lot of fun throughout the process, but it really taught me that, um, when somebody wants it, when somebody gets it and understands it, that's the greatest client of all." Quote#3 The number one job of your brand is to precede you. Before anybody gets on the phone with you or on a Zoom call or meets you in person, they should already be familiar with you and what you stand for.   Everything that you see out there about us on every platform, we'll talk about a couple of different things. Number one, We build profitable personal brands. Number two, our mantra is change how you've seen and ch change how you're seen and charge what you're worth. And then third is a, a personal brand is a lot more than a photo, a logo, and a tagline.   We look at 77 different criteria when we build a personal brand. If people see those things on the front end, they're expecting something. Totally different on the backend. They're already prepared for it, and that's actually what we help all our clients do is build a brand that precedes you. So when your prospects get face-to-face, they already have their credit card in their hand.         Facebook BrandFace Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/brandfacestar/ Tonya Eberhart: https://www.facebook.com/tonya.o.eberhart Michael Carr: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelCarrInc   Youtube BrandFace: https://www.youtube.com/user/BrandFaceStar   Instagram BrandFace: https://www.instagram.com/brandfacestar/ Tonya Eberhart: https://www.instagram.com/tonyaeberhart/ Michael Carr: https://www.instagram.com/michaelcarrinc/   LinkedIn Tonya Eberhart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyaeberhart/ Michael Carr: https://www.linkedin.com/company/michael-carr-inc-/   Twitter BrandFace: https://twitter.com/brandfacestar   TikTok BrandFace: https://www.tiktok.com/@brandface   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic     Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Shawn Finnegan is a successful entrepreneur and business connection expert based in Utah, USA. He has made a name for himself through his innovative strategies and exceptional networking skills. Shawn's passion for entrepreneurship began at an early age, as he witnessed each of his parents run their own successful businesses. After completing his education at Utah State University, Shawn managed divisions in the corporate world before pursuing his own endeavors. Being in the trenches of both massive and small businesses, Shawn has discovered that any company’s success hinges on its ability to nurture genuine connections. He focuses on building professional relationships that mutually benefit all involved, emphasizing the importance of being authentic and transparent in all business interactions. Quote #1 “So, you know, we purchased this building 15 years ago, got a really good price. Uh, we had a great tenant for a good decade, so COVID broke out and we lost our lease with that tenant. And it was a very hard Monday. It was when the covid, like really hit commercial, we just got clobbered. So this, this space kind of stood vacant for a while.” So it took us two years to build out what we have. As you can see, everything is is brand new sparkling cool. And our whole mission for doing that was to create a magnet for connecting with business owners. It's great for business, great for advice, great for everything. To just create a place where the community can, can come together like you saw at the event.   Quote #2 “The big, the big companies out there get taken care of. But not the small people. Yeah. And so small business owner. So as a small business owner, you have access to 1400 potential deductions. Versus a W2 person who, can maybe take two or three. So we're like, Hey, let's make sure that these small business owners are educated, taking time for planning, and actually do it right because they can save themselves a lot of money, put that money back where it belongs in the business”   Quote #3 (On Kevin O’Leary from Shark Tank) “Yeah, you know, the six degrees of separation are getting shorter. I think it's down to like four degrees of separation these days. Mm-hmm. You know? True. Yeah. Very true. So Kevin, Kevin has been a, a stellar partner and he, and you're, you're obviously from what you said earlier, you're not looking for a wall of stars, but to have somebody like that, um, representing your brand is, has gotta be just, uh, gotta be a grand slam because  the credibility factor is just awesome to have a shark there, you know? Yeah. We get spikes, you know, certain things he's been, you know, and what I love about guys like that and his brand. He spends a lot of time building relationships. He doesn't have to, you know, he doesn't.  He has got incredible businesses, but he just shows you how important relationships are. If you're around individuals like that, he's constantly on the phone just like you are” Shawn Links Finnegan360.com taxhive.com Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Dr. Patricia Rogers is the CEO of Unity In Service, Inc., is a retired Corrections Lieutenant with 29 years in law enforcement, and a 12-year veteran (US Army) & Graduate of ST. Thomas University. Visibility Strategist | 2x Winning International Public Speaker| International Best-Selling Author| Business Coach & Virtual Event Coordinator. Dr. Patricia Rogers Zone of Genius sets a platform for entrepreneurs to speak and sell, make connections, and increase their bottom line. FREE Chapter 1 Upcoming Release Here: https://PatriciaRogers360.com  Quote #1 First of all, you are a visibility strategist. I've never heard anybody with that title?  "Oh, visibility strategist. Yes, I developed that name after the pandemic. It shifted us to online. Before I was done, I called myself a business development strategist, but I always, hosted events. So, and I did some coaching things of that nature. So I sort of did several things”. Quote #2 “I started following people like Bill Walsh, Nancy Matthews, women's Prosperity Network, Trish, Carl those, and then of course I went to, to a lot of Les Brown's events and things of that nature. I started, needed to go out and see what the entrepreneurs were doing. And then I would go to a lot of networking events before work, after, I think it was after work, networking.” Quote #3 “I’m an outspoken person. I'm sure you know that. And yes, when you're working in a predominantly male environment, sometimes less said to some people, it's better. But when you are violating my rights, I go by what's in the book because I read 'em. And if you violate, I don't care who you are, I'm gonna stand up for what's rightfully mine.” “So I was passed over for three promotions, corporal, sergeant, and lieutenant. And I eventually persevered through all of the challenges, followed the rules, and of course I succeeded in every situation. And so eventually I did retire. Of course, that was my goal, to retire as a corrections Lieutenant and I retired in 2016 as a corrections lieutenant” Quote #4 “And the reason I host those events, because I want all of us to know that we all have to kind of keep each other inspired and pushing. And I wanna be that example for the people who are sitting on the sidelines wanting to do but afraid to move. I wanna show them that baby, if you don't do what I'm doing, ain't nothing gonna happen.”   Dr Pat’s Links: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@drpatriciarogers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MsPatRogers3708 Twitter https://twitter.com/MsPatRogers Let’s Connect LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspatrogers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpatrogers/ Digital Biz Card https://PatriciaRogers360.com Website PatriciaRogers   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

My guest today is the creator of "Group Coach Nation" he is non other than the Master Coach Chris Williams. Chris and I start and finish the interview with personal things, our kids, and, what do we love about life aside from our respective career callings. In between there is a whole lot of value and take aways that Chris shares about coaching, mastermind sessions, and general principals of how to share value as a great coach! Chris thinks bios are dumb and made his team write this. He loves his wife and five kids, and loves adventures. Not your average hiking adventures, but more like shark diving, mountain climbing, and driving a dog sled across a frozen tundra-type adventures. He teaches experts how to build, scale, and launch high-ticket masterminds. He also is a bestselling author, ranked as a Top 10 Podcast Guest, and has a top 0.001% podcast. (gotta love the 0.001% podcast reference!)   Quote #1 “It's all about communication. So, And so I started just really diving in on that and because I wasn't a good writer, wasn't good at at at school, honestly, but I could communicate and I could, I could sit down and learn to listen and learn to replicate what people were saying and, and emote back and repeat what they were saying and get the gist of it, and then ask more questions to help them arrive at their own solution”. Quote #2 “So the skillset really is, is really shutting up and just asking questions and letting people get there. And that's, that's the thing I. I really am fascinated with, as a coach, a group coach nation, we teach a lot of that because I think it's so important as coaches, not just to dump our information, but to listen so people can make truth applicable to them”. Quote #3 “And, and I wanna say something to that. One is it's not bad to try again and again and again. Two, get a coach. And if that's James, you're, you're here listening to James, right? You're, you're not on the show for me. Listen to James. If he's your coach, ask him questions like ask your coach questions about what you're doing. Have, have outside voices. Be in a mastermind, be in a community. You can't do this alone. Get real opinions from people who know what they're talking about. Invent the ideas in a sandbox and it's gonna give you a lot more attraction when you do step out cuz stepping out is expensive emotionally, financially, and relational”.   Chris Links:   Website: https://groupcoachnation.com Group Coach Nation Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/groupcoachnation Chris’s Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/chris.williamshq/ Chris’s Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/chriswilliamshq/ Chris’s LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriswilliamshq/ Chris’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJw_LEOQhqJc05GmwBoBc8Q James: Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps us out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Today we are in Salt Lake City with a high performer, a lady who takes big brand CEO’s and prepares them for the next leg of the journey. It is a specialty that developed from her as a young child, being curious is a good thing. Find out in this remarkable interview with the Coaches Coach and Mentor, Brooke Casanovas! Brooke Casanovas is the podcast host of "After Success." She is also the Mastermind Maker. She curates the best 4 day experiences for high achievers who have just finished their BIG success and are asking "now what?". Whether that be exited CEO's, retiring professional athletes  or anything in between, she loves holding the space for reflection, future projection, and most important the ultimate connections at her yearly Masterminds.   Quote #1 “So, long story short, there was a lot of businesses that were started, honestly, because that's how entrepreneurship is. Until I, I finally, became in alignment with like who I was, which is part of my message that we'll speak about today. But throughout my journey of entrepreneurship, I attended multiple masterminds.”   Quote#2 “And what I thought I was going to do, was going to corporations and train CEOs on emotional intelligence and how to do this and create the same environment and train their leaders, their C-Suite leaders. But I was young and naive and I was like, I'm single, so I'm just gonna like, the world's my oyster. I'm gonna go out and I'm going to just start a business of my own.”   Quote#3 “I wanted to create the best room in the entire world, but I want to do it for people that are in a really vulnerable space. And that vulnerable space happened to be CEOs that had like done the big thing and accomplished exactly what they wanted in life. I have no idea what's next.”   Brookes Links:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/ask-brooke-evans-/   Soon to be launched that you can find on apple and Spotify is After success podcast   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

In this episode I had a fine time interviewing my new friend, mentor, and fellow podcaster Josh Tapp. We discussed the following: History of the Lucky Titan Birth of Pantheon.FM The Long and Winding Road to Profits Linked In and its wonders MasterMind and its benefits Josh's Secret Place, (no Geo coordinates given) Josh Tapp Mission: I am on a mission to find 1,000 of the world's best humans to help them elevate and amplify their voices with game-changing thought leadership content. My company, Pantheon FM, has helped over 150 podcasters hit the Top 1% on iTunes.  As a 5th generation entrepreneur, I believe that entrepreneurship is the gateway to all changes on this planet and I want to help the world's best humans do just THAT! I also believe that podcasting is the ultimate vehicle for driving not just change...but REAL wealth.  On a personal level, I am a husband to an incredible supportive wife, and a beautiful 8 month old son (who I hope is the 6th generation of entrepreneur). I am a total Marvel nerd and boating enthusiast. If you don't find me working, I am out on the boat with my incredible family. Host of the Apple Itunes Top 50 Marketing and Entrepreneurship Podcast, The Lucky Titan, Josh has worked with over 1500 of the world’s top entrepreneurs discovering their most coveted business success secrets and sharing them with the world. His company, Pantheon.FM, has helped over 750 entrepreneurs (and counting) to launch, monetize, and scale their own industry leading podcasts.  Leveraging the Pantheon Method (Josh's proprietary method for scaling industry leading podcasts) he founded multiple 7 figure businesses and has spoken in front of nearly 500,000 entrepreneurs worldwide. Josh Social Links: pantheon.fm https://www.facebook.com/Theluckytitan https://www.linkedin.com/in/theluckytitan/ https://www.instagram.com/theluckytitan/ Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Maritza is originally from Bogota, Colombia – South America where she obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering. A professional Project Assistant who excelled working in Corporate America for a 100 Fortune company, and later on moved to work with General Contractors and Subcontractors scaling in her Career to become a Project Engineer and in the latest years of her corporate venture. Maritza then moved to work with small business owners helping them with Business Development increasing their impact among their area of expertise, as well as setting Operational and Administrative processes such as workflows, reports, forms, etc. After mastering the duties that Small Business Owners required, Maritza created a professional virtual assistant service to assist Small Business, and busy professionals tackle their most annoying tasks, and today is dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs to increase their visibility through podcast guesting and social media lead generation services. Maritza gives back to the community by creating jobs for women and men who leave their careers to manage their home life and families, by keeping them employed with a flexible schedule and access to a residual income. MP-Virtual Assist Team is passionate, perfectly bilingual, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented. Maritza is committed to Sacred Hut, an International Foundation and Non -Profit Organization, with Head quarters in her home state of Florida. Sacred Hut is dedicated to spread positiveness and mindful living around the World.   Quote #1 Since I got my first iPad, so very familiar with the world and, when I decided to open the virtual assistant company,  I realized that that was one of the things that entrepreneurs were looking for, you know, like research podcasts in which they could guested. Quote #2 "I started with one entrepreneur that said, okay, you're new.  Let me try you out and see how many, how many interviews you can get me in a month. Um, and she was expecting two or three, you know, and the very first month I got her eight interviews. Eight interviews. I I didn't expect that. Yeah. She was my first client and she didn't expect that. So she's like, how do you do this? Quote #3 "So I go and look for business podcast's that are out there, and I  go ahead and read their descriptions and I highlight the ones that I need to listen to and I take the time to listen to one, or two different chapters, sometimes more, but I listen to and, my          VA's do the same thing. They listen to the podcast.   Don’t do it all, we can help you with our group of professional Virtual Assistants. Email: MP-Virtualassist@outlook.com Or: info@mp-virtualassist.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/maritza-perez-982b01205/ https://www.facebook.com/MPVirtualAssist Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here  https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Speaker Rich Kozak engages audiences with straight talk they can trust to define & language their Brands with clarity that makes Brands come alive & attract. People worldwide discover m a g n e t i c clarity for their Brands with the IMPACT DRIVEN BRANDING Process accelerating their significant impacts on people, and the world. Rich Kozak provides powerful, heart-connecting vision for successful entrepreneurs determined to impact people's lives at a higher level.  His passionate, IMPACT DRIVEN speaking magnetically attracts entrepreneurs worldwide. Through his insightful Rich Strategy Nuggets, people benefit from 46 years of deep experience in defining Brands and launching them.  As a speaker, author, Branding coach & mentor, Rich empowers entrepreneurs' Brands to uniquely "Come Alive, "attract and grow.  Through Rich's unique straight talk, entrepreneurs experience an "Aha moment" seeing how Branding is a step- by-step process It is, for this reason, Rich wrote the book, IMPACT DRIVEN BRANDING: 7 STEPS to Ensure YOUR Brand Impacts People's Lives, and the World The book's promise?: Get CLARITY for the impacts vou will make and STEPS for the Brand YOU will become! https://www.linkedin.com/in/richkozakrichbrands/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100006151005991  

Lisa Hammett is a Success Coach, helping stressed and burned out business owners and executives develop mental fitness, manage stress and anxiety, and get healthy. After 26 years in the corporate retailing industry, she reached burnout. She left the corporate sector in 2005 and started her wellness journey, losing 65 pounds. Since November of 2011, she has been a health and wellness coach for a global wellness company, helping thousands of members create sustainable healthy habits, lose weight, and maintain their weight loss. She launched her Success Coaching practice in May of 2020, to help individuals struggling with stress, mindset and weight gain. In 2021, she completed an intensive global coaching program with HPC (High Performing Coach). She is currently working on her Positive Intelligence certification.   Quote #1 I just left that industry at a high paying salary and it did cause significant financial hardship for many years. But I took the opportunity to improve upon my health and wellness, and that's when I lost my 65 pounds.   Quote#2 So my actual niche are executives and high level business owners, like over a million plus, uh, who are chronically stressed and either at or nearing burnout.  I equally, coach men and women. I like them both, you know, for different reasons.   Quote#3 And I think why, it's because my foundation is mental fitness. And they understand the science behind it because it's based on cognitive behavioral theory, positive psychology, you know, they really understand that science and they appreciate it, and they just get a really clear understanding of how their thought patterns are impacting their behavior and how that can be changed to provide better productivity, better relationships, better health and wellness and so forth.   https://lisahammett.com/   https://www.facebook.com/lisa.a.hammett   https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisahammett/   https://twitter.com/lisahammett   https://www.amazon.com/Burnout-Best-Life-charge-happiness/dp/1667866508/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3O3U1UD1N5DD3&keywords=from+burnout+to+best+life+lisa+hammett&qid=1683986188&sprefix=From+Burnout+to+best+lif%2Caps%2C74&sr=8-1&asin=B0BJ11WLP7&revisionId=cf83079c&format=1&depth=1   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Happily Married, #1 Bestselling Author, Global Entrepreneur and founder of the Marriage of Greatness movement. “Many men can make a fortune, very few can build a family.” It’s all about taking ACTION! Quote#1 So when you got a V H S camcorder, that's our little tool to film shorts and there's no video editing like nowadays, right? You can do it on your phone. You got all, I mean, just the whole, you and I understand what it used to take to create content.   Quote#2 There's gotta be a way to do this. And so I stood up and said, I'm gonna make a documentary and the next day in the shower, and here's a lesson for the people in the shower. If you ever notice, uh, most people get great ideas in the shower. Yes, probably cuz their phone's not in there with them. Yeah. Uh, hint And most people sadly leave their great ideas in the shower.   Quote#3 And so God gave me the vision, words of art. So I'm like, okay, let's look at words as an art form. And so that's where I started and I made an intention, got up off the couch and wouldn't you know, James, the next weekend I'm at an event. And it's one of these personal growth events. They got, you know, big names on the stage and then they have the sponsor, you know, ally, right, where everyone's got their booths.   Prehab instead of Rehab!   Body Dysmorphia, and how Evan recognizes it and deals with it.   Course correcting is how our journey in life goes.   “My bride and I both come from normal dysfunctional families, raise your hand if you can relate” : )   When we first got married our starry eyed quest was to live happily ever after and bring each others dreams to life. The challenge was, we had no money, like an old cell phone battery we were always in the red. My bride had a low paying high stress job and I had a struggling business.   We drove junky cars and lived in a postage stamp sized rental house. On top of that, I had major sexual baggage from a dark past that I’m still unpacking today. In-spite of all this we decided to have faith and dream big, we set a goal to get remarried in a different state or country every year.   With lot’s of prayer, action and creativity, we have been married over 20 times and yes we have had more than 20 honeymoons! Our story has been featured in media outlets around the world, but this is just the beginning of our story…   More Cool Evan Money Quotes: “The grass is always greener where you water it” “Ok, so if you want to make a personal growth documentary, here is the guy” “Why is this taking so long, that’s what every film maker says about every film project”   www.evanmoney.com   marriageofgreatness.com   IGWT4me.com   Featured song for this episode is “Ride On”, check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 Coaching link is here, join me for a no-obligation discovery session www.calendly.com/dharmic For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com  

Wanda Howard is a parenting coach for those who love the abundance that God creates through the vehicle of business and how scaling as an entrepreneur brings great fulfillment in their life and they want to know how to bring that same feeling of purpose-driven success as a parent so that their kids can be emotionally healthy and confidently driven in their own life.   Quote#1 I believe that God did not send kids to us to say, okay, now you are the adult that should know all the answers and know exactly everything that they need. I think that he handpicked these amazing spirits for us because he knew that they had value.   Quote #2 I didn't want my kids to feel that way. I didn't want them to feel like they couldn't make a decision without me. I wanted them to know, like how to use their very capable, uh, deduction, reasoning, brain like intelligence and make their own decisions. And if they make a wrong one, then they're just better educated and that's not a crime.   Quote#3 I predominantly do one-on-one coaching with parents, but I love to get to know their kids as well. So I love it when their kids have questions and to help them, and that's lots of fun too.   You can learn more over on Wanda's podcast 'Successful Parents' https://wandahoward.podbean.com/ Here FREE Blueprint to Parenting Success https://wandahoward.com   Connect with her on Instagram or Facebook  @wandahoward.live Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!  

Chris Lipper has been called the Entrepreneur's Whisperer. He is the founder of On The Bus™ where he offers Small Business Owners Coaching and Virtual Trade Shows. Since even before Chris obtained his Series 7 at age 20, Chris has been on all sides of business transactions -- from professional inventor for 15 years in multiple industries, founder of five companies, and rolls in numerous industries. He brings his experience to business owners in the On The Bus ™ with coaching, networking, training opportunities in the Metaverse.   Quote #1 So in 2014, one of my members said, oh, trade shows stink. I'm never gonna do another one. And I said, well, maybe it's not the trade shows. Maybe you just stink at doing 'em. And let, let's figure it out.   Quote #2 On the Metaverse: So within 10 minutes, it feels real.  Once you're past the wow effect, it feels real.   Yeah, you forget that you're in the metaverse and all of a sudden you're talking to people live and it becomes like a real thing   Quote #3 I think the answer is that I did the work. Yeah, I learned. You know, and maybe because I was moving, I wasn't distracted by a lot of outside stuff. There wasn't a lot more for me to do, and I got immersed in this stuff. If it wasn't for the pandemic, none of this would've happened.   chris@onthebus.biz   https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislipper/   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8   For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!  

  Kay Suthar had many ups and downs when she first started, and has gained a deeper understanding of the podcasting world. While she definitely enjoyed podcasting, she noticed that there was an underlying issue in the podcasting community: the editing. Most podcasters were either overpaying for editing or were spending hours editing their shows themselves. As a fellow podcaster, she created a solution meant for all podcasters. Make Your Mark (Podcast) Agency prides itself on customer service while going above and beyond what you’ll find anywhere else by including audio editing, video editing, podcast publishing, show notes, and captioned videos in our all-in-one packages. The Make Your Mark Podcast Kay helps entrepreneurs turn their podcasts into profitable businesses. Giving them the tools the need to build your authority, visibility and brand on a global scale without the headache of producing your own show. Quote #1 You gotta keep promoting yourself. You still gotta put yourself out there. You don't stop just because there's a pandemic. Quote #2 And so I thought, well, let me tell people what I do and let me use this whole podcasting thing that everybody's going on about, right? So I was like, okay, let me just get myself on a few podcasts and nobody would actually even reply to me. Quote #3 I was there to kind of promote myself, and all I did was when people asked for certain things, I then gave them, because I was like, the market is already telling me what they want. Kay's Social Connections: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-suthar-make-your-mark/ https://twitter.com/Kay_Suthar https://www.instagram.com/makeyourmark_podcast/ https://www.facebook.com/kay.suthar.make.your.mark James Music Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com If you wish to have an appointment with James about coaching, use this link. www.calendly.com/dharmic Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!

Todays show features Dave Jackson, one of the original podcasters who was there at the very beginning. He is still at it today and turning out great content with his "School of Podcasting" podcast. Quotes from Dave “James Cridland is a good source for me,  kind of keeping up with what's going on. He does a show called Pod News and then he does a pod news weekly review where he kind of does a deep dive into all the stories, from the week” "AI will make a bunch of stuff for me and. You've been there, done that. Not that that's bad, but I'm like, how many of these do we need, you know?" FULL BIO Dave Jackson began podcasting in 2005 and launched the School of Podcasting (schoolofpodcasting.com). His School of Podcasting show has over 3.1 million downloads. He has helped hundreds of people plan, launch, and grow their podcasts. He is the author of the book Profit from Your Podcast: Proven Strategies to Turn Listeners into a Livelihood, and is a featured speaker at events. In 2016 Dave joined Libsyn (the largest podcast hosting company) as part of their tech support team. In 2018 he was inducted into the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame. Find him at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Dave is now the head of podcast education at Libsyn Twitter: www.twitter.com/davejackson Facebook: www.facebook.com/schoolofpodcasting Instagram: www.instagram.com/schoolofpodcasting LinkedIn:http://www.linkedin.com/in/davejackson/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davidjackson Website: www.schoolofpodcasting.com Other: www.profitfromyourpodcast.com www.powerofpodcasting.com Other Shows: www.askthepodcastcoach.com www.podcastreviewshow.com Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com For an opportunity to be coached by James, you can reach out at www.calendly.com/dharmic   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!  

In this episode, Tori Barker joins host James Kevin O’Connor to dive into marketing strategy, leadership, creativity, and the power of collective minds through a mastermind. They discuss how her athletic background influenced her leadership style, how creativity has been a part of her life since a young age, and the importance of building a collective mindset in her mastermind groups. She shares her philosophy on serving the person she once was and how it helps her create impactful strategies for her clients. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to learn about leadership, creativity, and the benefits of a collective mindset in business. In this episode, you will learn the following: - Tori shares her background and how she became interested in marketing and leadership. - Tori explains the concept of a mastermind and how it can benefit companies in developing marketing strategies. - The value of personal development and continuous learning in achieving success. Connect with Tori Barker: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toribarker/  Visionary Marketing Framework Quiz: https://visionarymarketingquiz.com/    Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends! Be blessed, James~

Jason Koons has been with Sweetwater since mid 2000 when he accepted an internship in the Sales Department with ambitions of working his way into the recording studios( background and schooling). He was 20 years old and didn’t really know who he was was yet, but quickly fell in love with all things Sales & Business Development. He spent 22 years truly sprinting, learning all he could about the craft and being an intentional student of sales, and that led to being the top producer for the company 17 of his 22 years as a Sales Engineer. What’s more, those weren’t just 17 years straight but each and every month of that as the top producer…203 consecutive months. He held the honor of having talked to more customers of Sweetwater’s over his tenure than any other Sales Engineer and in his final month in that role, made the decision to find fulfillment in leadership at Sweetwater Sound.   In January of ’22 he accepted the role of Director of Sales Growth & Development where he could focus on bringing the already successful top-performers at Sweetwater to their next levels, as well as contribute to overall sales initiatives and company motions while growth continued. Jason grew up as an adult at Sweetwater…He is very grateful for the opportunities in life this company has afforded him and his family (and countless other families) and he cares deeply about maintaining Chuck’s original vision and ethos while exploring new areas of growth.   Jason Quotes: "This is about, really, chasing your bliss and, and finding your creative outlets." "Chuck Surack was and is still the most successful person I've ever met. So it just made sense for me to just model my ethos and, what I did around what he had done." "The thing I think I'm most proud of is that while, these days we're nearly a 1.7 billion company, 23 years after I had started, the culture aspect of it from 40 sales engineers to now 612 sales engineers, it just hasn't changed." jason_koons@sweetwater.com https://www.sweetwater.com/   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends! Be blessed, James~  

A native of Erwin, Tennessee, Dave Combs grew up in a family that enjoyed making music. Both of his parents and his grandmother Combs played the piano, which began his musical journey that included being a church choir director and pianist. After college, Dave move to Winston-Salem, North Carolina where he served as Minister of Music at a church while working as a computer programmer at a Fortune 500 company. His songwriting began with the now popular standard, Rachel’s Song, which was arranged and recorded by Gary Prim in 1986.  Since then, Dave has written over 120 songs and recorded 15 albums of soft, soothing, and relaxing instrumental music that has touched the lives of millions around the world. An article written by Dave about how music has changed his life and touched the lives of millions of people appeared in Guideposts magazine. Click here to see the article. A multitude of inspiring stories about Dave’s lifelong journey with his music can be found in his best-selling biographical book, Touched by the Music: How the Story and Music of “Rachel’s Song” Can Change Your Life. Dave and his wife, Linda, live in Winston-Salem. https://www.combsmusic.com/about/ Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 To set up an exploratory coaching call with James, reach out @ www.calendly.com/dharmic only serious coaching candidates please! Apple podcast review link, please leave us a 5 Star review and a great line or two! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/  

Tasha Chen is a wealth and success coach for high-achieving women executives and entrepreneurs who want to elevate wealth and abundance in every area of life.  For those who want to master their relationship with money with the guidance to manifest the easy and relaxed lifestyle of their financial dreams. It’s time to transform into a powerful money attractor without taking on any more hours or stress in your life.   tashachen.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/tashachen/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_v0naCFPCM https://www.instagram.com/tashapowellchen/ https://www.facebook.com/SpeakerTashaChen https://twitter.com/TashaChenRich   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com   Apple podcast review link Please leave us a 5 Star review, its easy to do, and really helps up out to grow the show! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/ Thank you for doing this my friends!  

In this episode, we welcome Debby Krusz (Kruszewski), who shares her powerful journey of faith, trust, and self-discovery. Debby opens up about how she learned to trust in God's plan for her life, despite facing challenges and doubts along the way. She shares her experiences of staying true to her purpose and using her unique gifts and talents to make a positive impact in the world.  Join us as we dive into Debby's story and glean valuable insights on embracing our gifts, staying aligned with our purpose, and trusting in a higher power. Tune in now for an uplifting and empowering conversation! In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. Debby Krusz’s personal journey of faith and trust in God's plan for her life. 2. he power of using one's unique gifts and talents to make a positive impact in the world. 3. Inspiration to embrace our gifts and talents, and use them to fulfill our purpose in life.   Connect with Debby Krusz: Website: https://debbykrusz.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbykrusz/    Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

MICHAEL “BUZZ” BUZINSKI Lifelong Entrepreneur, Digital Marketing Thought Leader, and Best-Selling Author Michael Buzinski is a life-long entrepreneur, digital marketing thought leader, and best-selling author. Dubbed a “visionary marketer” by the American Marketing Association, Michael’s sole mission is to reduce the prevalence of entrepreneurial poverty in the US. Buzz, as most call him, has simplified digital marketing success with the Rule of 26 to help business owners avoid the time drain and frustration of managing profitable digital marketing campaigns. Simplifying Website Marketing Strategy with the Rule of 26 https://www.amazon.com/Rule-26-Service-Based-Businesses-Doubling-ebook/dp/B0957QYM27 Why relying on word-of-mouth and referrals for marketing is a bad marketing plan Why most service-centric businesses websites fail to create revenue Ignoring your website marketing is leaving money on the table for your competition to grab How to best market service-centric businesses in 2023 CONNECT WITH MICHAEL  Buzz@Buzzworthy.biz   Buzzworthy.biz  907-382-7625 in/MichaelBuzinski  /urBuzzworthy @BuzzworthyMarketing Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 To set up an exploratory coaching call with James, reach out @ www.calendly.com/dharmic only serious coaching candidates please! Apple podcast review link, please leave us a 5 Star review and a great line or two! https://digitalhealthtoday.com/support/how-to-review-itunes/

367 It is Finished, Good Friday   It Is Finished, The last words Jesus spoke on Good Friday as he died on the cross to save Humanity.   Greetings all my friends and today I am doing something a little bit different on the Dharmic Evolution Podcast I wanted to present a project that I worked on more than 5 years ago on Music Row in Nashville. The band is called “Mercy” and the project was the “I AM VICTORIOUS” Album.   Its ultimate purpose is to become a theatrical musical experience, similar to West Side Story, or The Rocky Horror Picture Show, in that it’s design is to include the audience as part of the presentation. However, at the time of putting the music together, we had no idea this was part of the plan.   My writing partner Archbishop and Captain Chaplain Christine Mercy Johnson and I wrote and Produced this album with Kim Copeland as Music Producer on Music Row in the late Spring and Summer of 2016.    I wanted to share 4 of the tracks with you today to give you a glimpse of the story and how important It is for us to remember what actually happened during those last days of the Lord that set up our Eternal spiritual possibilities for all time moving forward, I hope you will listen, and enjoy the story, And realize its importance on your life!   AMEN The Lord wanted us to write a song entitled “Amen” that is all we got, just “Amen” I walked around In circles in my small humble studio in this tiny cottage I was renting  at the time, it had a loft and fireplace  it was perfect actually, I really lived in a small recording studio, on an 80 acre estate surrounded by nature. After being exasperated At the lack of direction, I turned on my DX7, plugged in a couple of guitars, and set up the metronome, and    Just started tracking, the rest just came out, pretty much the same as you hear on the recording. The one Icing on the cake was that Christine had told me the Lord wanted her to do a voice over on top of the  Recording, and it turns out The Lords Prayer fit into the space perfectly, we had not planned on this And I had no idea that was going to be part of the song, but it fit like a glove.   The intro of this song starts with Christine reciting scripture from Revalations 22, its a moving and stirring Message, filled with dire warnings, but also with the promise of beautiful, revealing, and everlasting Light for us all, if only we dare to have the courage to claim it. As the scripture concludes, it moves Quietly into the song.   The intro is real birds that I captured at the cottage, I woke up pre dawn one morning and put two hi quality Microphones out of my windows to capture the early morning song birds, then later that day I went for A hike in one of my favorite forests and brought with me a tiny hi quality recorder, my trusty Boss Digital Micro BR recorder. (I still use it today, its smaller than a peanut butter sandwich) I set it on a rock in the Middle of a stream to capture the real water sounds for the recording, and added them into the mix.   I always thought of the piece as more of a prayer than a song, it is designed for you to put on in your Car, on the way to a stressful meeting, or uncomfortable situation, and is meant to help you find Peace through the prayer that you are communicating to the Father, Lord Jesus, and the  Holy Spirit. Amen~   Bless You This was a beautiful story about Jesus imparting to his disciples how to conduct themselves out in the World and how they can make an impact on society and care for their impoverished brothers and sisters. He spoke in parables not to be overly mysterious, however, he would alway try to trigger our creative minds using storytelling, and touching our imaginations in ways that would inspire thinking in new and prosperous way towards the good of humanity.   This showcases what faith and hope really are when these men just left their previous life in a Moments notice. They intuitively knew that they were witnessing something so unusual and so Brilliant, and must have thought “how could we miss this”?   I think the rolling piano riff in this song really glued the arrangement together. That is Nashvilles own Buddy Hyatt,  with brother Jim Hyatt on Bass guitar.  Shawn Fichter (from Tim McGraw’s band) is on drums and percussion,  James Mitchell on electric guitars,  Glen Duncan on Acoustic Guitars and violin.  Kim Copeland did a fabulous job producing along with Kelly Schoenfeld handling all Of the highly skilled and challenging engineering, as this was no easy feat to incorporate spoken Scripture with music.   I’M AFRAID I’m afraid records the last night that the Lord Jesus has of earthy freedom before the soldiers come To take him away. How torture with the whipping was just brutal, they beat him and scourged him For hours on end before forcing him to carry his own heavy wooden cross up to Calvary where he Was to be crucified.    The main beam of the cross was stretched across his shoulders and weighed 80-100 Lbs, he had To carry this more than 600 yards uphill, he was beaten so badly and lost so much blood and bodily fluids, it has been said he barely looked human. I think it was astonishing that he even  survived the brutal beatings to get to the crucifixion.   As Jesus was in the Garden of gethsemane praying to his father, he had asked his disciples to stay Awake and keep watch while he prayed to his Father. These last hours were so terrifying for him that he began sweating blood as he could see the horrible and brutal torture he would be suffering over the next 24 hours. He returned to them several times to find them all asleep, which must have been even more exasperating for him.    He was so terrified that he asked his Father, “If it be possible please take this cup from my Hand, but I serve your command, although I’m Afraid”   Everyone played so well on this track and the featured violin playing by Glen Duncan was really Sweet and special. Shawn also added so many elements of drama with the swelling symbol  Effects as well.     IT IS FINISHED Captures the last moments of Jesus speaking to his Father as he is about to die a brutal Painful physical human death. The hours that led up to this had Jesus in court with Pontious Pilate, the Roman Governor of the province of Judea. Pilate knew this was a very highly  Charged political situation and even his wife was trying to influence him not to punish Jesus As she had dreams that he was indeed the messiah.   The Jews hated the fact that Jesus was being called the Son of God, and wanted know part Of it, they were screaming “Crucify him” in the town square where Pilate was presenting them A choice to free one prisoner as is customary before passover, he asked “do you want me to Free Barabas, or Jesus”?    We were having a bit of trouble with this one, as Christine suddenly said after tracking that it Was not sad enough, James Mitchell suggested to me to change up to a minor 6th and that Was exactly what it needed to give it that sad temperament in all the right places.  I remember writing this on my Strat and using a capo up around fret 4 or 5, just really Tore into it without any though whatsoever.   Its amazing how all the musicians picked up on the dynamics of the song just from that One very sparse and simple demo. Its another song completely run by the Holy Spirit,  All we needed to do was hang on and enjoy the ride!   After the vocal on this, I could not even come into the control room for a minute or two, It was almost an out of body experience.   Be blessed, and Happy Good Friday,   James~  

Olivia Chadwick gives us a deep dive at what is coming up in the full interview about helping women take a new approach to health and the relationship with mind/body. Olivia is a very skilled mentor and coach and does some really unique counseling for women who need to understand how valuable they are!  Olivia is a Mental Performance Coach with 17 years of experience supporting my clients to flourish through fitness. Her fascination with physiology and anatomy led me to complete a degree in Kinesiology and my certification in Pilates to educate and coach others on the power of movement.  After working with hundreds of clients one-on-one and in groups it has become painfully apparent that nobody is truly experiencing the wellbeing often associated with fitness. The truth is we only focus on the physical, in large part, due to our societal entrenchment in diet culture. This revealed to Olivia that helping others requires an understanding of the body and the mind, which led her to return to academics to complete my Master’s in exercise psychology and contemplative studies.  Her research explored how we can cultivate compassion and acceptance towards ourselves in the context of exercise. Can we paradoxically work towards improving ourselves and our lives while also learning how to accept, enjoy and even love exactly who we are right now? Today, her belief is yes! With exercise becoming a driving force for healthy self-care that acts as a life-line to a great life.  This journey has led Olivia to my mission to empower women to live free of diet culture to experience greater personal fulfillment and life satisfaction!  Olivia Chadwick Exercise Physiologist
 Certified Body Trust Provider
 Mindful Self-compassion Teacher in Training linktr.ee/oliviajchadwick olivia-chadwick.com https://www.facebook.com/olivia.chadwick.712   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For high level elite coaching, you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

In this episode we are joined by Marco Torres, co-founder of Marketing Boost. Marco discusses their company's mission to provide subscription-based travel incentives to business owners worldwide, helping them acquire more prospects, close sales, and delight their customers. He explains how the company's hotel savings cards work, and how they have helped thousands of members increase appointment bookings and show rates. Tune in to learn more about how Marketing Boost can help add value to your business. In this episode, you will learn the following: How Marketing Boost works and the types of incentives they provide to business owners worldwide Real-life examples of how Marketing Boost has helped businesses increase their sales and bookings Tips for entrepreneurs and business owners on how to use incentives to acquire more prospects, close more sales, and increase show rates for appointments and webinars.   Connect with Marco Torres: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/6101960marcotorres/  Website: https://www.marketingboostsolutions.com/    Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com  

Rosanne Baker Thornley Rocks the house on this interview and visits with me to talk about her new song that is the title track for her new album "Sorry I'm Late"  https://open.spotify.com/track/79nrAnVt6KkTcX143tWr9g?si=268655f97a604caf We get deep into one of my favorite topics, songwriting, going deep and finding the colors inside of yourself so you can transform them into a beautiful sonic landscape and splash them all over someones heart.........   “I love that I am able to step behind artists’ eyes and write songs from many perspectives and genres. From singer-songwriter to punk, I have a long history of collaborating, performing and writing. I lean in to understand the hearts of the artists who are sitting in front of me.” Through listening, Rosanne lifts the artistry of the original artist/songwriters she works with such as - Justin Nozuka, Tyler Shaw, Ryland James, Jordan John, Paul Woida, Julian Taylor, Robb Torres, Mikalyn, Andrew Allen, Shannon Dooks, Ken Yates, Colin MacDonald (Trews), Havelin, Poesy, Vicki Brittle.

In this episode, we welcome Rodney Waits, an inspired serial entrepreneur who has built most of his business in real estate. He emphasizes the importance of working with like-minded people who can resonate well together and support each other’s vision, heart, and business. In this episode, you will learn the following: Real estate can be a great investment opportunity for those looking to create passive cash flow. Finding lifers - people who are going to be around for life and support your vision Impact is greater than influence. Rodney believes that tying your efforts of how you can grow success and fulfillment to helping others is what it's all about.   Connect with Rodney Waits: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodneywaits/  Impact > Influence Podcast: https://thedisruptiveimpact.buzzsprout.com/    About Rodney: Rodney Martin Waits II is an entrepreneur that strives to motivate and inspire others. He would like to be able to both learn from and connect with anyone who represents themselves as a professional in business and everyday marketing. He enjoys networking with those who have big dreams and even bigger aspirations!   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com  

Happily Married, #1 Bestselling Author, Global Entrepreneur and founder of the Marriage of Greatness movement. “Many men can make a fortune, very few can build a family.” Body Dysmorphia, and how Evan recognizes it and deals with it. Static thinking, Fear, Doubt, Worry, Driving on the Freeway. "My bride and I both come from normal dysfunctional families, raise your hand if you can relate" : ) When we first got married our starry eyed quest was to live happily ever after and bring each others dreams to life. The challenge was, we had no money, like an old cell phone battery we were always in the red. My bride had a low paying high stress job and I had a struggling business. We drove junky cars and lived in a postage stamp sized rental house. On top of that, I had major sexual baggage from a dark past that I’m still unpacking today. In-spite of all this we decided to have faith and dream big, we set a goal to get remarried in a different state or country every year. With lot’s of prayer, action and creativity, we have been married over 20 times and yes we have had more than 20 honeymoons! Our story has been featured in media outlets around the world, but this is just the beginning of our story… www.evanmoney.com Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 Coaching link is here, join me for a no-obligation discovery session www.calendly.com/dharmic For a custom-branded song you can reach me at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com  

Join us as we delve into the world of self-discovery with David Chametzky, a published author, coach, and veteran of Corporate America with over 30 years of experience. With a passion for helping others, David reminds us that small movements can lead to large opportunities. In this episode, you will learn the following: Discovering the power of touchstones in life and the importance of understanding one's own journey as part of the larger story. Exploring how mental wellness and managing stress can be used as a lever to reach one's passions. Uncovering the joy of connecting the right people to the right opportunities to create meaningful change.   Connect with David Chametzky: Website: https://davidchametzky.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-chametzky-a933b32/    Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

Michaell Magrutsche co-produced with Robert Evans (Godfather, Chinatown Love Story) and was also the City Arts Commissioner of Newport Beach, California, he also wrote 5 books.  He has been a leader all his life and is now writing the book on the next form of leadership because he can function with humans better than in systems.  Michaell has given 120 interviews worldwide  in the last 8 months primarily about system values versus human values, leadership's most trait self-awareness, our superpower of creativity, dialogue and adaptability. The next disruption that we already are into, we have created too good, and too much, that we pivoted to not having the time to find those products, let alone engage in a sales funnel and buy the product or service. We need leaders that understand this and not push more, but be aware and wiser. Art/creativity is an integral part to reveal to you, who you are, rather than waiting for others to define you. Art/creativity as a human superpower. Art always reminds us of a life as human BEINGS.     Michaell is more aware of this because he was a sick child and also is dyslexic, and having dysgraphia (hand eye coordination)  could not fit in anywhere. He is completely self-taught. Now, 5 books later…Creating art is his savior, it allowed him to be with other humans, he has co produced with Robert Evans, and became the City Arts Commissioner for Newport Beach CA, etc. etc. Art/creativity, healthy dialogue (podcasts) and our adaptability are superpowers that define our limitless human potential. Creating art always reminds and teaches us of a life as human BEINGS. It makes us aware of human and nature’s wonders for us and future generations.   Michaell's hub is  https://MICHAELLM.com. His 30sec podcast The Smart of Art - The Power of Art and Creativity podcast.   https://anchor.fm/michaellart   It's all about art outside systems as a human superpower. Art as the human language of wisdom 30sec. at a time. Song "Ride On" by James Kevin O'Connor from the album "Geography of the Soul" https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=15cf389789e244bc  

Brandon Andrew, a healthcare professional and entrepreneur with over 16 years of experience in the Hearing Aid Technology industry, joins James Kevin O’Connor on this episode to share his passion for helping those with hearing loss and his journey to becoming an entrepreneur. They discuss how his parents instilled in him the values of working for himself and helping others, and how a chance encounter with his ecclesiastical leader led him down the path of audiology. Brandon also talks about the challenges he faced in opening and managing clinics, including a setback where he lost his life savings, and how he persevered to develop talent and help those in need. Tune in to hear Brandon's inspiring story and learn about his dedication to helping others reach their full potential. In this episode, you will learn the following: How Brandon Andrew went from a regional sales manager to audiology and helping people with hearing loss How technology advancements have revolutionized the hearing aid industry in the past 5-10 years How to provide world-class service to customers in the digital era.   Connect with Brandon Andrew: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-andrew-5437b3205/   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 For a custom-branded song you can reach James at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

Have you ever had a client call you up one day to tell you that you did such a great job and now they are firing you? Client retention can be a real problem in the coaching industry, and my friend HB Pasley joined me on Podcasting Your Global Career to deep dive into the strategies and techniques of "The Chiropractor of Wisdom"     3 Key Takeaways   Client retention doesn't take an abundance of time. Simple communication habits will go a long way.  It's 9X easier to retain a client than it is to acquire a new client. Clients will refer you if you simply give them a next level experience   HB's Bio H.B. has been a coach, a creative, and a professional communicator for close to four decades. He founded and presided over an arts-based Christian nonprofit that served the marginalized for over two decades. He has published many books and countless leadership guides, facilitated thousands of people in leadership development retreats, and has produced over 7 million song streams on Spotify. Even after all that, he is fond of deflecting attention from his accomplishments by saying, “my real claim to fame is that I have failed at more ventures than most will ever attempt ... and I took a lot of notes.” H.B. has founded works in tech, financial services, charitable orgs, and in the arts. His DNA is to start things, however, it may be his lifelong work with very strong, very talented people that has uniquely equipped him to be a professional advisor. It was “in the school of hard knocks,” he says, where he gleaned his best wisdom for helping others. Refreshingly, H.B. openly speaks of his own failures as some of his greatest learning moments. As a business coach he often refers to himself as a “perspective partner.” His academic scholarships helped him earn a Bachelors Degree in Religion and General Business at Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama, in 1988, Cum Laude. As a financial advisor he earned his Series 6, 7, and 63 designations. H.B. is also a Certified Exit Planning Advisor. He claims, however, that he has never been rewarded for book smarts, only for working well with people. Presently, H.B. lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado with his wife Robin, an award-winning interior designer. His two sons live in Phoenix, Arizona. Xander is a student at Grand Canyon University, and Zane recently graduated with a degree in Entrepreneurial Business. H.B. loves golf though he is bad at it. He is better at fly fishing, reading books, and hiking. He loves to be on the water. Resources: HB's Book - https://www.neverdroptheballagain.com/ HB's Coaching Practice - https://www.idealclientexperience.com/   Song Ride On by James Kevin O'Connor https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=c4fce80f7aa84013    

Nikki Green joins host James Kevin O’Connor to share her inspiring journey of overcoming mental health struggles and identity crisis to become an accomplished triathlete, author, and entrepreneur. Nikki talks about her transition from a corporate job to founding her own business, Green Chameleon Collective, which helps young people find their career path and develop an entrepreneurial mindset. They also discuss the importance of taking risks and stepping out of your comfort zone to unlock your full potential. Tune in to this episode to learn valuable insights on how to adapt to change, overcome life challenges, and achieve your big goals. In this episode, you will learn the following: How to Adapt to Change and Discover Your Own Entrepreneurial Mindset The Benefits of Taking a Risk and Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone Unlocking Your Potential and Overcoming Life Challenges to Achieve Big Goals.   Connect with Nikki Green: Website: https://thenikkigreen360.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thenikkigreen/    Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 Coaching link is here, join me for a no-obligation discovery session www.calendly.com/dharmic For a custom-branded song you can reach me at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Chelsea Talamantes, a coach and marketing expert who refused to conform to the status quo. She shares how she invested in her own education and started her own digital marketing business to help coaches and entrepreneurs build out their digital ecosystems and create successful marketing campaigns.  She provides valuable insights on how to be successful in digital marketing in the age of COVID, how to navigate the coaching market, especially in a noisy space, and how to strike a balance between work and family in a pandemic world. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How to be successful in digital marketing in the age of COVID 2. How to navigate the coaching market, especially in a noisy space 3. How to strike a balance between work and family in a pandemic world.   Connect with Chelsea Talamantes: Website: https://chelseakathryn.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsea-talamantes-25053b126/    Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 Coaching link is here, join me for a no-obligation discovery session www.calendly.com/dharmic For a custom-branded song you can reach me at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

Seth Silvers started his career as a 16-year-old entrepreneur, transforming himself over the next few years from a depressed teen to a passionate podcaster with a mission to influence and empower businesses and people alike. Seth is founder of Story On Media, an agency that helps business leaders share their stories through thriving podcasts. He is passionate about helping people get their stories out into the world and believes in the power of podcasting to create credibility and trust. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How podcasting can be used to increase credibility and trust in business. 2. How to use storytelling to bring together diverse communities and create meaningful impact. 3. How to use podcasting to create a successful long-term business strategy.   About Seth: Seth Silvers is the CEO and Lead Strategist at Story On Media, a premier podcasting agency based out of Fort Collins, Colorado. His team helps business leaders build trust-building podcasts and they have worked with Patrick Lencioni, Mark Cuban, Falon Fatemi, Elizabeth Ledoux, and many more industry leaders. You can learn more about Story On Media and connect with Seth at www.successwithstories.com.   Connect with Seth Silvers: Website: https://www.successwithstories.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethsilvers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sethsilvers/   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 Coaching link is here, join me for a no-obligation discovery session www.calendly.com/dharmic For a custom-branded song you can reach me at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

After deciding to make a drastic change in her financial life, Dr. Amanda Barrientez embarks on a journey of self-discovery, transforming her relationships and income to become a successful six figure business owner, and now she helps others do the same. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How to Reprogram Your Money Mindset Through Affirmations. 2. How to Tap Into Your Zone of Genius to Attract Easier Money. 3. How to Overcome Money Shame and Create Lasting Wealth.   Connect with Dr. Amanda: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nfamoney/  Website: https://www.nfamoney.com/  YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NFAMoney   About Dr. Amanda Known as the "money healer," Dr. Amanda Barrientez is the founder of NFA Money. She is on a mission to help dedicated and driven women entrepreneurs breakthrough imposter syndrome and destroy the thoughts that are holding them back.   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 Coaching link is here, join me for a no-obligation discovery session www.calendly.com/dharmic For a custom-branded song you can reach me at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

Chase Thornock was a CEO of a venture-backed technology company. He became very sick and was hospitalized, unable to eat or get nutrition. He was given every medication available but nothing worked.  Through his darkest moments, he received a message from God that he must heal himself. He now helps others learn how to trust and heal their bodies. In this episode, you will learn the following: Achieving Health and Wellness Through Self-Reliance: How Chase overcame a severe illness to become medication-free and regain his health. Overcoming Life Struggles By Facing Yourself: How an individual came to terms with their physical health by changing their mindset and taking responsibility for their own choices. Unlocking the Healing Potential of the Body: How a client in the medical field was able to go medication-free and achieve normal blood work in their sixties with the help of a mentor. Resources:  Chase’s website: https://www.whatmagnificence.com/   Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 Coaching link is here, join me for a no-obligation discovery session www.calendly.com/dharmic For a custom-branded song you can reach me at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

William Harris is the CEO of Elumynt, an advertising agency for e-commerce, and has helped 13 businesses get acquired, with the largest selling for $800 million. He is a dad of three and enjoys playing music and basketball with his family. William Harris always dreamed of being a rock star, but when 2008 hit, he had to find a way to support his family. He went back to school and got a degree in marketing, and discovered he may have a gift in that field. He found success with his first job in marketing, scaling a company by 270%. He then started his own agency - Elumynt, and helped 13 businesses get acquired. He had a vision to help businesses understand the bottom line and maximize profit through their PNLs. William found success with his business, but still made time for what was important - his family. Recently, he and his wife went on a moonlight snowshoeing date, and he continues to play his acoustic guitar and enjoy time with his children.   In this episode, you will learn the following: How to go from being a nurse to a CEO of a successful advertising agency. How to use blockchain technology to make a profit in the crypto market. How William Harris balances his professional life with his passion for music and being a dad and husband.   Resources: https://elumynt.com/ https://app.guestio.com/guests/william https://www.linkedin.com/in/wmharris/     Featured song for this episode is "Ride On", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/5VQzjlHv7qZzyZIOSGkhjU?si=eb0d5a683f2e43d8 Coaching link is here, join me for a no-obligation discovery session www.calendly.com/dharmic For a custom-branded song you can reach me at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

Todays show is taking the cover off of the brand new show, (well not really, just rebranding) "Podcasting your Global Career" Dig in and find out what possessed James to rebrand and retitle his show, yes, time to bury the dHarmic Evolution, it served it's purpose, but its time to move on. Featured song for this episode is "Drill Down", check it out on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/track/6gnOjQCwpmmG664GDK1UvM?si=0668881fe10248bc Coaching link is here, join me for a no obligation discovery session www.calendly.com/dharmic For a custom branded song you can reach me at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com

DE350 Debbi Sluys, Vision Board Master, Teaching and Manifesting Your Future! Debbi Sluys is a personal development and empowerment coach with a focus on creating clear vision boards. With her background as a Childcare Director and skills in public speaking, Debbi  inspires and empowers people to live their best lives and be the best professional they can be by realizing their inner power, balancing their lives and understanding the perspectives of others. So strap up your seatbelts and let’s take a ride to Ontario, Canada on this ride on the dHarmic evolution podcast    James is now Coaching If you are a high achiever looking to transform your life/career/goals, James is now offering a limited amount of space for 1 on 1 coaching. You must be committed, dedicated and willing to welcome a transformation to achieve more in your life for this program. If this is you, James is offering a free, no-obligation 60-minute zoom discovery call for only 12 participants. You can schedule your discovery call with James right here to explore if this is a good fit for both parties. As a Preview In this episode, we discuss with Debbi Sluys. We learn about her background in child care services for over 30 years before finally embracing her full potential and becoming a coach. Learn how she struggled being past a workshop facilitator and how she created her popular vision boards. Also on this episode, we have a mini-coaching session and discover that even the creator of vision boards was scared of her own dream. This episode is revealing, let’s dive in Quotes “It wasn’t part of my job description, that’s is why I started this company, I really wanted and had an heart for educators and really wanted to support them”- Debbi  “What’s the price you are paying for not following your dreams? What’s the price those around you are paying for you not following your dream” Speaking coach “What would you tell your 16-year-old yourself, what would your 80-year-old self tell you?” Debbi “I distinguish clearly between vision board and goals.” Debbi “I think of the vision board as a beautiful gift of life” Debbi “Instead of life opposed on us, happening to us, we have control, it is happening for us” Debbi  Timestamps  01:26 Introducing our Guest: Debbi Sluys  03:40 Where was Debbi before coaching?  06:00 When did Debbi realize she wanted to be a coach  09:07 How did Debbi get into the vision board?  11:28 Debbi’s first win with a vision board 15:49 A vision board demo: dream, discover and declare 23:00 Why did Debbi want the vision board cut in half? 25:02 How does Debbi’s protocols help shorten your gestation plan? 28:13 Debbi’s personal example of turning down her dreams 31:41 Debbi’s program: Dare to Declare Academy 36:46 What does Debbi do in her down time? 36:58 James Coaching Link 39:00 Debbi and Family 41:21 Growing up as the Preacher’s kid 47:27 Who does Debbi not want to coach? 49:58 Final word with Debbi 51:23  Ride On with James Kevin   Spotify Playlist:  Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends, and let the world support these fantastic indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx  dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS  dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8  dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there is much to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be an excellent read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website, or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: dharmic evolution If you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Connect With Debbie Her Website Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Special Links and Mentions Free Vision Board Master Class Dare to Declare Academy Jack Canfield Cape Cod

Steve Ramona is a global sales director for Inphone. A podcaster and businessman, Steve is passionate about serving people and helping them grow their businesses. He is committed to using his full resources for free to achieve this goal. So strap up your seatbelts and let’s take a ride to San Jose, California on this ride on the dHarmic evolution podcast    James is now Coaching If you are a high achiever looking to transform your life/career/goals, James is now offering a limited amount of space for 1 on 1 coaching. You must be committed, dedicated and willing to welcome a transformation to achieve more in your life for this program. If this is you, James is offering a free, no-obligation 60-minute zoom discovery call for only 12 participants. You can schedule your discovery call with James right here to explore if this is a good fit for both parties. James is also hosting his 2nd workshop, please join him on Monday December 19th for an important workshop on Goal setting, how important is this! Here is the zoom link, sign up now! Zoom   As a Preview In this episode, we discuss with Steve Ramona. Steve is an expert businessman with vast experience scaling products and he shares his latest, Inphone. During this episode, he explains how he knew he wasn't cut for a 9-5 and how he became the top sales guy in less than three months. Further on he shows how he actively combines trading, managing Inphone and podcasting. Finally, we close learning service is more important than sales. This episode is one of a kind. Let’s dive in Quotes “I love serving- We need to be serving people not expecting a sale.”-Steve “My goals are financial freedom to serve others.”-Steve “We need to teach kids that when you do things right, you will build a business.”-Steve “We are going to lose. It just happens in life. It’s how we rebound that matters.”-Steve “Get better 1% every day.”-Steve Timestamps 01:45 Introducing today’s guest 04:10 How did Steve get into business 06:53 Describing the Inphone 11:18 One of the features of Inphone: Track & Meet 14:43 Steve’s journey into podcasting 16:45 Steve’s guests 19:00 The culture around the Dharmic evolution podcast 20:30 Forex trading with Steve 25:30 Crypto trading 26:38 Steve’s brick& mortar businesses 30:02 Steve's father’s impact on his life  32:11 Steve’s faith journey 34:52 Steve’s big extended family 35:20 Where will Steve be in the next 5 years? 42:38 Gratitude & Devotions 46:40 Final words from Steve 48:30 Ride On with James Kevin   Spotify Playlist:  Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends, and let the world support these fantastic indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx  dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS  dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8  dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there is much to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be an excellent read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website, or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: dharmic evolution If you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.    Connect with Steve   Steve’s Email   Inphone Referrals

In today’s show, we feature violinist and creative force Asher Laub. Asher began classical violin training at the tender age of 2 and had already performed with the Buffalo philharmonic by age 13. Asher’s expertise in trans-genre improvisation and breakdancing across stages with his LED electric violin has led him to a career as a soloist in demand, performing at venues such as Madison Square Garden, Hammerstein Hall, Lincoln Center, the Jacob Javits Center, and across four continents.  Asher has also been featured on PBS and has made headlines on CNN, WABC, and NBC and many other major news sources.  So strap up your seatbelts and let’s take a ride from the music city New York City on this ride on the dHarmic evolution podcast.   James’ Workshop   James is hosting a workshop to help you discover your purpose during this Thanksgiving season, precisely on Monday the 21st at 7 p.m. It is themed Uncovering Your Purpose: Give Thanks for What You Have. The workshop is free, however, there are limited seats. Here is the link to joxxxin   As a Preview In today’s episode, we discuss with Asher Laub, an expert violinist. Asher takes us through what it means to start playing at the early large of 2 and the life-changing incident that put his career on hold. Further on, Asher shares his creative process when recording. We also learn about his multiple degrees and why he chose music. Finally, we listen to Asher’s final words on choosing happiness over the grind. This episode is simply amazing. Let’s dive in.   Quotes   “Is there anything better than having kids? There’s nothing more rewarding”-Asher   “Under Resourced neighborhood in the South Bronx, those kids don't have deep education in music or the support from their family”-Asher   “You never forget your first experience with music”- James   “I am not a rank and file type of person and I don’t attribute this to ego, the violin needs to be given more credit”   “I never intended to make violin a career, regardless, my parents prepared me for full time”- Asher   “I chose music as a career path because I never wanted to feel like I was working”-Asher   “It’s important to meet your own needs than burning to the ground”-Asher Timestamps   01:15 Introducing today’s guest 02:55 Asher’s injury in 2014 07:30 Showcasing a 1738 violin 08:56 Falling in love with violin: The Beginning 09:58 Neon Dreams from Asher plays 14:10 The inspiration behind Neon Dream 15:30 How does Asher create music 17:30 Does Asher write lyrics? 19:58 Did Asher always see himself doing crazy dance moves? 22:35 How does Asher go on tours? 23:40 Asher’s kids 26:14 Being a teacher at DOE 27:25 James’ experience teaching music at his son’s school 30:00 Atlantis from Asher plays 33:23 Behind Atlantis 38:00 Understanding the violin’s range 41:10 What does Asher do in his spare time? 42:55 Asher’s educational background  47:27 Asher in the next 5 years 49:50 Asher’s final words 51:42 Ride On with James Kevin Spotify Playlist:  Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends, and let the world support these fantastic indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx  dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS  dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8  dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there is much to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be an excellent read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website, or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: dharmic evolution If you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Connect with Our Guest   Asher’s website   Instagram   Twitter   Facebook Special Links and Mention   Sam Ash   Saints & Strangers -National Geographic   Jean-Luc Ponty   New York University

In today’s show, we discuss with Dave Conway. Dave Conway is the founder of the international mindset and sales training company, Conway Consulting. Serving hundreds of clients all over the world in a range of industries, Dave was a coach and sales team member for Bob Proctor, has completed 1,500+ sales calls, led 900+ group presentations and has hosted 100+ workshops, closing millions in sales along the way. Dave has helped many of his clients consistently hit 6-figures per month, with over 80% of his client base experiencing an increase in their income. So strap your seatbelts and let’s take a ride to Saskatchewan, Canada on this ride of the dHarmic evolution podcast   James is now Coaching If you are a high achiever looking to transform your life/career/goals, James is now offering a limited amount of space for 1 on 1 coaching. You must be committed, dedicated and willing to welcome a transformation to achieve more in your life for this program. If this is you, James is offering a no-cost, no obligation 60-minute zoom discovery call for only 12 participants. (A $500.00 value!) You can schedule your discovery call with James right here to explore if this is a good fit for both parties.   As a Preview In today’s episode we discuss with Dave Conway, a coach and sales professional. Dave explains what it truly means to be active in the universe. Listen to him break down his experience of losing confidence at 21, to transitioning from carpentry to coach, and finally becoming the number 2 consultant under Bob Proctor in a year. This episode is simply filled with wisdom. Let’s dive in   Quotes   Every human being contains two things: ideas or opinions and beliefs behind them-Dave   The suggestion is the most powerful force in the universe-Dave   I’ve been early on some things but it was my indecisiveness that I didn't follow through-James   There is a big difference between knowing something and understanding it-Dave   I love helping people manifest the life they want-Dave   We rarely think about what we want-Dave   The secret is desire: you have to desire what you want-Dave   We don't get paid from people, we get paid through people-Dave   I want to remove the mysteriousness of manifestation-Dave   Timestamps   00:53 Introducing Dave Conway 03:53 Dave’s career transition 04:30 Dave’s first encounter of Bob Proctor 05:50 Dave at 21: Losing confidence 07:10 Dave checking on Bob: Paradigm Shift 09:00 Did Dave losing his confidence affect the time before he met Bob 11:51 Being the no.2 consultant  in the world in 1 year 15:28 What gives Dave the most joy? 17:48 Developing your mindsets 20:10 The two kinds of people 22:52 Connecting with the audience 25:40 When did Dave decide to start consulting 28:30 Study habits 31:52 Working with Bob: The Matrix 36:50 Goals 38:59 Dave’s message to you 41:30 Conway Consulting’s programs 44:29 Boutique coaching 46:22 Dave and his wife, Jack in consulting together 49:53 Dave’s parting words  52:10 Ride On with James Kevin   Spotify Playlist:  Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends, and let the world support these fantastic indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there is much to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be an excellent read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website, or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with the dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution. If you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.      Connect with Our Guest   Dave’s coaching   Special Links and Mentions   Dave Anderson Bob Proctor

In today’s show, we discuss with Tom Paladino his scalar energy research in Florida. Scalar energy is the fundamental life force found everywhere in the world, space and universe. It originates from the sun and stars. Chi, prana, OM, mana, life force, pyramid energy or zero-point energy are synonymous terms for scalar energy.   I began research with scalar energy during my undergraduate years. Inspired by various scientists, especially Nikola Tesla (a genius who invented alternating current), I was curious to learn more about the existence of an energy that was not of the electromagnetic spectrum. I pursued a course of independent study in order to better understand and subsequently harness scalar energy, as this emerging science is not taught at the university level.   One of my scientific predecessors was Dr. T. Galen Hieronymus, one of the few scalar energy researchers in the United States in the last century. I read Galen’s notes and used his scalar energy instruments after his death.   Some of Galen’s inventions, according to a 1977 magazine article, were “quasielectronic instruments that could (a) analyze the component elements of an ore sample without spectroscopic, chemical or other orthodox methods, and, most surprising of all, (b) influence (even kill) living organisms, even from vast distances, with no scientifically understandable mechanism at the other end.”   I theorized that all energy in the universe initiates as scalar energy; and that the Sun of our solar system and the stars of the universe are the points of origin, “the storehouses,” for scalar energy. I further theorized that scalar energy is instructive energy, as the entire universe is instructed by this Divine Essence. Subsequently, all spiritual, cognitive, emotional and physical action in the universe is initiated and maintained by scalar energy instructions. Scalar energy provides order in the universe.   Based on these theories and the work of scientists who came before me, I was able to develop scalar energy instruments capable of harnessing and transmitting instructive energy to heal human subjects by way of their photograph. You can think of this as similar to a radio broadcast with my instruments as the broadcaster, and your quantum body as the receiver. The difference is that the energy transmitted is not electromagnetic, and is therefore immeasurable by traditional science.   My instruments provide a guaranteed, fast, harmless and painless treatment process that has successfully healed patients with quantum illnesses such as HIV viral disease, Ebola, herpes, hepatitis, Lyme disease, tuberculosis, malaria, etc.  Over 400,000 pathogens are identified and subsequently disassembled by way of this unique scalar energy protocol. These scalar light instruments administer the scalar energy reverse-phase angle harmonic of a pathogen, thereby causing that agent of infection to disassemble or fall apart. Bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoan, can all be disassembled, representing a cure or prevention for thousands of diseases. Once the causative agent of a pathogen disease has been eliminated, the symptoms associated with that infection decrease or disappear altogether.   James is now Coaching If you are a high achiever looking to transform your life/career/goals, James is now offering a limited amount of space for 1 on 1 coaching. You must be committed, dedicated and willing to welcome a transformation to achieve more in your life for this program. If this is you, James is offering a free, no obligation 60-minute zoom discovery call for only 12 participants. You can schedule your discovery call with James right here to explore if this is a good fit for both parties. As a Preview   In today’s episode, we discuss with Tom Paladino, an advocate of scalar energy, an emerging science passed down through generations from Nikola Tesla. Tom explains all about scalar light, the scientific tests and backings for the numerous healings through Scalar light. Tom also shares his personal testimony of healing through Scalar light. This is one episode not to miss. Let’s dive in!   Quotes   Scalar light is free of electrons and I firmly believe it is the spirit of God-Tom   The actual universe is a scalar energy hologram-Tom   Over the extension of my career, I’ve assembled over 400,000 microbes-Tom   God can take a bird’s eye view photo of the village and be able to reach each member and heal them all-Tom   A scalar energy instrument can break apart what we don't want or create what we want- Tom   I am all convinced about the results. After results, you can make your conclusion- Tom   The photograph of a person carries their energy- Tom Timestamps   2:59 Introducing Tom Paladino   03:53 What is Scalar light?   06:08 The background behind scalar energy   08:00 Tom’s gift from God   09:25 The tech behind scalar energy    11:14 The process of healing through scalar energy   16:59 Scaling the scalar energy   17:39 God’s healing through Scalar energy   19:00 The need for local representation   21:34 What happens after healing?   22:45  The equipment  for the scalar energy   24:05 How did Tom know scalar energy was a success?   26:15 The extent of Scalar energy and pathogens   28:10 How can we create awareness for scalar energy   29:48 Why photographs?   32:58 Other programs in Scalar light   39:05 What is the biggest challenge with Scalar light?   39:55 Scalar energy’s biggest win   42:25 How can the dHarmic evolution community support Scaler light?   44:44 Ride On by James Kevin O’Connor plays   Spotify Playlist:  Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends, and let the world support these fantastic indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there is much to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution! Are you a high-achiever and need high level professional coaching? Join James for a free, no obligation, 60 minute session to determine if you and he would be a great fit to work together, book a session today !   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be an excellent read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website, or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution. If you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Connect with Tom Paladino!   Tom’s website Special Links and Mentions   Photograph   Pathogenic Cleanse   Molecular Bonding   Quantum Bonding   Nikola Tesla   Dr. T. Galen Hieronymus

In today's show, we discuss the best of the best on our spotify playlists. Just in case you’ve forgotten, the dHarmic Evolution is centred around discovering indie singer/songwriters before they get discovered by the mainstream. To this end, we have created a set of playlists to promote some of the guests of the show. In addition the show features Authors, Speakers, and Thought Leaders and the core culture of the dHarmic Evolution brand is built around doing for others. So strap up your seatbelts and let’s take a ride to Nashville on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast.   James is now Coaching If you are a high achiever looking to transform your life/career/goals, James is now offering a limited amount of spaces for 1 on 1 coaching. You must be committed, dedicated and willing to welcome a transformation to achieve more in your life for this program. If this is you, James is offering a 30 minute zoom discovery call for only 12 participants. You can schedule your discovery call with James right here to explore if this is a good fit for both parties. As a Preview The dHarmic rising stars Spotify playlist is a Spotify playlist of 30 songs each that James created and named after certain star constellations. A very eclectic bunch of great songs from various genres are available on these playlists!. In this episode we touch on the top songs of each playlist. Grab your favourite. Ready for a great listening experience? Let’s dive in Time Stamps 01:53 dHarmic rising stars spotify playlist  02:11 Scorpius playlist 02:55 Who is the no. 1 artist on Scorpius playlist? 03:56 Money by Zack Linton plays  08:06 Introducing Holly Lovelady  09:08 The Orion Playlist 09:53: Oreanne from Holly Lovelady plays 12:58 Matt O’ Ree 14:19 The Aquila playlist 15:20 Black Boots by Matt O’ Ree plays 19:47 James’ time as a DJ in High School 21:28 Introducing Gabe Baker 22:28 Lyra Spotify playlist 23:15 Mother by Gabe plays 28:13 Ride on by James plays Spotify Playlist: Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends, and let the world support these fantastic indie artists! Check out the links here:  dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8 dHarmic Evolution links:  Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favourite podcast platform – there is much to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution! Are you a high-achiever and need high level professional coaching? Join James for a free 30 minutes session to determine if you and he would be a great fit to work together, book a session today ! Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be an excellent read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website, or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution. If you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions Bruce Springsteen Peter Lewy Zack Linton From Perth Australia, The West Side, That is Rich With Talented Musical Artists Zack’s Website Money by Zack Linton Holly Lovelady, Canne Film, Touring England, Ireland Holly’s Website Oreanne by Holly Lovelady Matt O’Ree Talks About His Career & The Joy Of Working With Bruce Springsteen Matt O’Ree’s Website Black Boots by Matt O’Ree Gabe Baker Flipped “Upside Down” but Christian Leadership has Come Back Around Gabe Baker’s Website Mother by Gabe Baker

  Cass is a modern soul singer with a sound that embodies old-school cool with bold sexy optimism. Her sound takes its cue from a vintage sonic swagger a-la Amy Winehouse, but she’d be just as much at home drinking martinis with Andra Day, Brittany Howard and Nancy Sinatra at her favourite lounge bar in LA.Cass’s soul-leaning, sun-seeking songs remind you that if the champagne glass isn’t already full,then it’s at least half-full (and definitely never empty). Her signature chocolate-coated vocals are drenched in a feel-good vibe, and her megawatt smile and natural charisma draw you in with gravitational force.It isn’t just Cass’ new single “The Way I Feel About You” and its crowd-sourced video that have captured the imagination of her fans and industry. Cass’s acclaimed last single “Ain’t No Stopping Me '' hit over 1.7M streams on a recent US Hyundai commercial. Her music has also been featured on a US McDonalds ad, as well as multiple TV shows on Amazon Prime, Nine Network, and the E channel. So strap up your seatbelts, and let’s take a ride to Australia by way of LA California on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast. As a Preview In this episode, we have soulful singer Cass Eager discuss her two latest singles and a behind the scenes of “the way I feel about you”. A lot of introspection, we talk about Cass’ experience in co-writing, from dislike to joy. We talk about family, her agent husband and motherhood. We also talk about pushing ourselves when we have a supporter, a producer like Billy Elfer. Trust us, this episode is definitely one of a kind. Wanna know the Australian word for hiking? Get it all here on the dHarmic evolution podcast. Quotes ‘I always found myself feeling more like a mom than a musician so I had to find a way to make music more fun again’-Cass ‘Co-writing is one of those things the more you do, the more you get comfortable with it and you can recognize what a good fit is’-Cass ‘One note can have everything in it’-Cass ‘It’s more about the character than the impression’-Cass ‘You need new experiences to spark new emotion’-Cass ‘The song knows everything, you have to follow it and let it teach you what you should be doing.’-James ‘Ideas are everywhere, we have to remind ourselves to tune that again and get our vibe back on’-James ‘We’re here to grow, expand and be joyful’-Cass     Timestamps 03:15 How did Cass end up in LA? 06:07 How Cass’ view on co-writing changed 08:57 Working with Billy Lefler(producer) 13:10 If you were my king by Cass plays 16:45 Behind If you were my king. 18:05 Cass’ early influences 20:45 Voice or Instrument? 21:54 Cass’ first song 23:00 Where is Cass based now? LA or Australia 24:12 Cass’ first experience in LA 25:52 Cass’ eclectic taste in soul and music 29:20 Getting deeper into If you were my king 31:19 The way I feel about you by Cass plays 35:44 The way I feel about you production with Billy 40:40 Behind the video of the way I feel about you 43:30 What is downtime for Cass? 45:33 Being alone as a writer 54:51 Album title? 55:10 Where can we find Cass mostly? 55:43 Last words from Cass 58:00 Ride on by James Kevin O’Connor plays   Spotify Playlist:  Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends, and let the world support these fantastic indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favourite podcast platform – there is much to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be an excellent read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website, or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com.   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution. If you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.    Connect with Cass   Website Instagram Youtube Facebook Special Links and Mentions Billy Lefler Rick Franklin Ride On by James Kevin O’Connor The way I feel about you If you were my king Bush walking Elizabeth Gilbert

In today’s episode, we have our Spotlight Series 5, where we talk about some of the best artists' time on the show. Just in case you’ve forgotten, the dHarmic Evolution is centered around discovering indie singers/songwriters before they get discovered by the mainstream. In addition, the show features authors, speakers, and thought leaders, the core culture of the dHarmic Evolution brand is built around doing for others. So strap up your seatbelts, and let’s take a ride to Georgia USA, the UK, Perth, Australia, and finally Nashville TN on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast.   As a preview In this episode, we present our Spotlight series 5. Here we shine an extra light on some of the best talents ever on this show which for obvious reasons is difficult. Not just because they are excellent artists but these talents weren’t scouted for our show. We went out to get these talents. We discuss Sam Koon’s transition to rock, Holly Lovelady’s upcoming UK and Ireland tour, the original music scene in Perth Australia with Zack Linton and finally conclude with Teresa Guidry’s slice of interview and her hit single “Paris”.   Quotes “Co-writing is something you experience where you realize two heads are better than one”                  - Sam Koon “My Tour is going to start on the 2nd of September, and start in Dublin, it will be my first official proper tour”- Holly Lovelady “I just love guitars. I’ve been buying and playing different ones” -Zack Linton “When you write with somebody, it can go in all different ways, but when I wrote with Lily it clicked” -Teresa Guidry   Time Stamps 03:10 Our Spotlight guests and how we book them on the show 05:47 Sam’s opportunity to front a band 08:52 What song led the transition of Sam’s rock to country 10:25 Sam’s co-writing experience 12:33 Best of Us from Sam Koon plays 15:53 Introducing Holly Lovelady 17:35 Holly’s experience skateboarding 18:49 Holly’s upcoming tour 21:00 Something in the Way from Holly plays 24:40 Introducing Zack Linton 27:31 Zack Linton’s three-piece music presentation 29:55 The original music scene in Australia 32:33 Travelling from west to east Australia 34:00 Zack’s music gear 36:05 Balance from Zack Linton plays 39:37 Introducing Teresa Guidry 42:05 Celebrating Theresa’s new single Paris 43:24 Teresa’s transition to Nashville 46:31 The production of Paris 50:26 Co-writing Paris 52:17 Theresa’s first co-writing experience 54:21 Paris from Teresa Plays 58:35 How to apply for the show 59:05 Ride On from James Kevin O’Connor plays    Spotify Playlist:   Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends, and let the world support these fantastic indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just simply need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favourite podcast platform – there is a lot to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody either on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be a great read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website, or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions So Far Sounds Stevie Ray Bluebird Cafe Sam Heart Best of Us by Sam Koon Something in the Way by Holly Lovelady Balance by Zack Linton Paris by Teresa Guidry Ride On by James Kevin O’Connor   Connect with our Spotlight Series 5 Artists 337. Sam Koon, Bringing Fatherhood and Rock To Country with Great Vocals! Sam’s Website 336. Holly Lovelady, Canne Film, Touring England, Ireland Holly’s Website 331. Zack Linton From Perth Australia, The West Side, That is Rich With Talented Musical Artists Zack’s Website 311. Teresa Guidry releases her new smash “Paris” Teresa’s Website

Amie Lou Shaw is a singer-songwriter who simply compels you to listen. With her evocative, distinct voice, as described by one reviewer, her accomplished vocals will ‘mesmerise’ you. Throughout her childhood and teens, Amie performed in many shows and musicals. Having written songs since the age of 13, her vocal and song-writing style has been shaped by her earliest to present-day musical influences; some of her main influences include Tori Amos, Kate Bush, Lucie Silvas, Delta Goodrem, Celine Dion, Trisha Yearwood, Faith Hill, Mariah Carey, and all styles of music from across a broad range of genres. Her song 'Travelling' was included in a Hollyoaks episode. Amie has also won a competition (and was personally chosen by Tat) to have her song "Simple Things" recorded by Tat Tong of T2 Productions, who has gone 60 times platinum and charted at number one in 66 countries. After first appearing on DE 28, she’s back again with another hit single, “On My Mind”.  So strap up your seatbelts, and let’s take a ride to the  UK on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast. As a Preview   In this episode, we have Amie Lou Shaw discuss songwriting. She talks about her multiple songwriting processes, and James chips in some pro-advice too. She talks about teaching the flute and song analysis with her student and how that has become a positive feedback loop. We celebrate some of her latest achievements by inking a record deal with leopard music and also discuss her summer plans. Simply put, this episode was a mixture of learning and fun, all here on the dHarmic evolution. podcast   Quotes   Beginners can teach you to be very clear and concise with your music- Amie I really like the therapeutic side of music; I love helping my students write songs that can help them get through whatever they are facing-Amie If you want to understand something better, teach it-James You can’t rush the process of music… As an upcoming musician, the most important thing is a connection with your audience.-Amie Songwriting gets easier when you have a strong subject; it doesn’t matter whether it is a person or place.-James Am I using the best words, the best lyrics? Am I passing this in the clearest way possible?-Amie When your antenna is up, you can pick up the most incredible things-James When I was thirteen, I used to think I’ll just throw a song together, but now I’ve realized this takes real craftsmanship-Amie Songs are timeless; it doesn’t matter when they were written, they will always have some value.-James If there is a song in your heart, you’ve got to write it-Amie   Time Stamps   04:01 Amie’s longtime dream fulfilled 07:01 What does Amie teach? 08:36 Amie’s teaching experiences 13:00 Breaking down a song with a vocalist 14:00 Why Amie believes music can’t be rushed 15:10 Broken Man from Amie plays 20:36 Behind Broken Man 21:56 James thought about ‘why you can’t rush the process of music.’ 23:56 Amie’s approach to songwriting 28:17 Amie’s secret about eavesdropping 34:19 Another writing pro-tip from master singer-songwriter James 36:46 On my mind from Amie plays 40:10 What has been on Amie Lou’s mind? 45:00 Amie shares her summer plans 46:40 The title of Amie’s new album 47:13 Amie’s vinyl plan. 50:20 Amie inked a deal with Leopard Music 54:02 Amie’s last word 55:10  Ride On by James Kevin O’Connor plays Amie’s Bio: Amie Lou Shaw  Biography 2022 Amie’s music is a blend of Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter, Country & Folk. Amie has been coached by Kelly Bryan (Eternal) and Eliot May (Basement Jaxx)  Amie worked on a song written by Simon Bailey called ‘You Gave Me My Wings’ who has been opening act for Many big names including Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston on her final gig. Amie’s song ‘Travellin’ was played on an episode of Hollyoaks.  Amie won a competition (as was selected personally by Tat himself), to have her track ‘Simple Things’ recorded by Tat Tong of T2 Productions. Tat has gone 60 X Platinum and charted at number 1 in 66 countries. The track was mastered by Earle Holder who has mastered for Public Enemy, Candice and Tamaeko Star among many others he is considered to be one of the top mastering engineers worldwide.  One of Amie co-writers is working with a producer that works closely with Big Machine Records. He works with a team of writers that have pitched songs to Amanda and have had a top 10 hit in the Billboard charts with a song called ‘Burn.’  Amie has written with Maggie K De Monde who was in a band called ‘Scarlet Fantastic’ and ‘Swan’s Way’ and had a hit in the 80’s with a song called ‘No Memory.’  Amie had recent play on BBC Introducing and plans to record at Abbey Road studios this year  Amie co-wrote a few songs with Andy Ross of A Star Studios in Manchester, Andy was a Mercury Prize nominated winner and has had his music published by Clipper’s Music. Neil Fairclough who has played for Queen played bass. Simon Moore played drums, he has played for for Jocelyn Brown, Shaznay Lewis, former stone roses front man Ian Brown and Steve Power as part of the production team with Robbie Williams ‘Millenium’ amongst other artists.  Amie has written a song with Kelly Fitzgerald, who has toured all over the world as a solo and ensemble performer. She and her band have shared stages with artists such as John Hyatt, Shelby Lynn, Nancy Griffith, Cheap Trick, Eddie Money, Vonda Shepherd and Ben Taylor amongst others. Her writing partner Brian Pothier (who has also shown an interest in working with Amie on a few tracks) co-wrote and recorded the song ‘Thank you’ with Christina Fulton, which premiered on MTV’s ‘The Jersey Shore’. She recorded one of her albums with Jack Douglas (John Lennon, Aerosmith, Cheap Trick)    Amie has just been featured on radio show IWW Radio and has taken advice on her music from the host, Fred May, who’s records have now gone 1.5 million platinum. He is keen to feature Amie again on the show in a few months.    “I came across She Knows Me on the BBC Introducing uploader and I’ve picked it as BBC Sussex & BBC Surrey’s BBC Introducing Track of the Day. It’ll be played at around 3.40pm on Friday.' Melita Dennett” - Melita Dennett, BBC Introducing “Amie’s music is warm, moving, spiritual and exciting… potent tonic for the senses.” Earle Holder – Chief Mastering Engineer Hdqtrz Mastering Studios   Spotify Playlist:   Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends, and let the world support these fantastic indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favourite podcast platform – there is much to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be an excellent read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website, or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com.   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution. If you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.    Connect with Amie   Website Tiktok Youtube Twitter Special Links and Mentions DE 28 Abbey Road Studio Mark Shephard Broken Man by Amie Lou Shaw On my Mind by Amie Lou Shaw Ride On by James Kevin O’Connor Object Writing Bob Dylan Leopard music Progressive Music Management  

In today’s episode, we have the master storyteller, James, who shares a fantastic story regarding how his song Rain Dance came together. He talks about the inspiration, the creativity flow, instrumentals and production. Just in case you’ve forgotten, the dHarmic Evolution is centered around discovering indie singers/songwriters before they get discovered by the mainstream. In addition, the show features authors, speakers, and thought leaders, the core culture of the dHarmic Evolution brand is built around doing for others. So strap up your seatbelts, and let’s take a ride to New Jersey on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast.   As a Preview In this episode, James touches on Indian Americans. He goes on to talk about their style of faith. James also discusses his song Rain Dance, which came about as a result of a brutal heat wave and how the idea for this song came together. As you listen, get to know more about James’ first full length CD, "175 Cherry Lane" which was also self-produced. Also, learn about the Crazy Horse Memorial all on this episode of the Dharmic Evolution. Quotes I’ve always believed the American Indian is such a special breed of person. What is being an American anymore? It’s hard to put your finger on that. Because they didn’t have the same name we are using (referring to God) doesn’t mean they didn’t have faith. They had stronger faith than most cultures and revered nature so beautifully. If you don’t believe in prayer, you might think about making a gesture towards prayer, and if you put some energy and some intellectual capacity into prayer, you might get surprised and might want to do it more often.   Timestamps 03:09 What are we talking about in this episode? 03:41 Do you believe in rain dance? 05:37 Faith and the American Indian 07:02 How do we get rain? 07:23 Behind one of James’ first full-length CD tracks 09:13 Jean’s Evergreens 09:41 James’ collaboration with Drums for you 11:38 More collaborations with Drums for you 14:01 James’ song Thirteen had a full horn section 14:50 The Great Crazy Horse Memorial in South Dakota 19:00 175 Cherry Rain Collection: Rain Dance Plays Spotify Playlist:   Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends, and let the world support these fantastic indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just simply need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favourite podcast platform – there is a lot to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody either on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be a great read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website, or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com.   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content to, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions Drums For You Robin T. Smith James’ song Thirteen Crazy Horse Memorial  

DE 340 Elyssa Vulpes is a globe-trotting multi-instrumentalist indie folk musician with over a dozen albums under her belt. Having cured her anxieties (including stage fright) through a combination of her day job as a mindset, performance and artist coach and writing and performing music, Elyssa hopes to inspire others to release their “scorpion energy” – confronting their fears and regularly shedding skins. Her music is meditative yet motivational, with not only a classic singer-songwriter style but elements of Neo-folk, Indie-rock and Americana. Born in Italy, now based in Scotland and New Zealand her music revolves around themes of life's suffering, hope and transformation.  Soaking up the cultural elements of these disparate places, from the Celtic Folk Traditions of Ireland and Scotland to the celebrated Italian singer-songwriters of the 1970s, her music showcases a variety of musical hues that go from sombre to comedic. Influences include Amanda Palmer, Neko Case and Martha Wainwright. So strap up your seatbelts and let’s take a ride to New Zealand on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast.   As a Preview In this episode, we speak to our most eclectic artist ever on the show. Having lived in Italy, Scotland and now New Zealand, you can say so about her. We talk about her experiences in each of these countries, her initial foray into music, how her first marriage helped her discover a new genre of music she loves, her close shot at stardom, coaching, her favorite instrument and a whole lot of others, all here on the dHarmic Evolution Podcast.  More about Elyssa Vulpes Find out more about Elyssa and hear her music through different platforms. All the links are provided below! Check out her website, social media pages and music platforms that you can visit. Quotes “A home is not  necessarily a country for me but basically wherever I am”-Elyssa. “The architecture needs to be good because I really have a thing for architecture, I need to live in a place that looks good” -Elyssa. “Hear yourself! Who is ever going to be interested in a mourning person” -Elyssa. “Some artists feel nervous, even though the music is going good, because of their nervousness they don’t do well” -Elyssa. “Voice is my first and always will be my first instrument” -Elyssa. “Focus on what you want and not what you don’t want” -Elyssa.   Time Stamps 02:42 How does Elyssa have multiple accents 03:57 Elyssa’s Italian roots 05:03 How Elyssa’s first marriage introduced her to electric music 06:01 Elyssa’s dive into comedy 07:13 Elyssa’s collaboration album 07:24 Elyssa’s band 08:26 James’ love for comedy 09:15 Listen to Attrazione by Elyssa 12:46 The background between the Attrazione  14:50 How did Elyssa get into Celtic music 15:52 Elyssa’s time at Scotland 17:10 Elyssa’s love for Edinburgh 17:22 Why Elyssa’s rejected her admission to study Celtics 18:27 Why Elyssa’s one shot of fame failed 20:10 How did Elyssa choose to relocate to Scotland 21:30 The music scene at New Zealand 24:04 Gigs at New Zealand 25:20 What is Elyssa currently doing 25:45 Listen to Where have all the good guys gone by Elyssa 30:01 The background behind Where have all the good guys gone 31:45 The musical composition behind Where have all the good guys gone 34:30 How Elyssa creatively saved the day while composing where have all the good guys gone 35:25 Elyssa’s new book “Dare to be Seen” 35:40 About Elysaa’s upcoming book 37:32 How Elyssa uses her day job to recondition her mind and become a better musician 39:41 Elyssa’s podcast 41:10 What is Elyssa currently working on? 42:32 What is Elyssa’s favourite instrument 44:10 Where to connect most with Elyssa? 44:48 Elyssa’s parting words 45:50 Listen to “Ride On” from James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist:   Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends as well and let the world support these amazing indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:  Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just simply need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there are a lot to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody either on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!  Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be a great read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website or you can just send them to 7stepstomentalfreedom.com  Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content to, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.    Special Links and Mentions Celtic music Folk revival of  Music in the 70s Attrazione Facile by Elyssa Where have all the good guys gone by Elyssa The Incredible String Band Interrail Trip Edinburgh, Scotland Ride On by James   Connect with Elyssa Website Soundcloud Spotify Youtube Facebook Twitter Instagram Coaching Free "Dare to Be Seen" Book  

On today’s episode we have non other star than the master storyteller  himself, James. He talks about his book, 7 Steps to Mental Freedom which he recently relaunched. Join him for important life -transforming nuggets that will keep depression far away from you. Just in case you’ve forgotten, the dHarmic Evolution is centered around discovering indie singer/songwriters before they get discovered by the mainstream, in addition the show features Authors, Speakers, and Thought Leaders, the core culture of the dHarmic Evolution brand is built around doing for others. So strap up your seatbelts and let’s take a ride to Nashville on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast.   As a Preview On this episode on the dHarmic evolution  podcast James talks about his book, the 7 Steps to Mental Freedom. Learn what Doing, Laughing, Eating healthy and others can help you achieve in your mental health. As you listen, get to know more about James’ meal plan, his running coach and the challenges that he has for you all in this episode of the dHarmic evolution podcast. Let's laugh!   Quotes Get up, get out and get moving. When you change your body, you change your mind. The hardest part is just showing up.  Just get going and God will join you. One of the many benefits of laughter and humour is the power to combat anxiety and depression according to research. As Jesus teaches tomorrow will have enough trouble in of itself put your focus on today and him by the way. If you want to change your mood and core belief, find someone who needs a kind word, a sandwich , a cup of coffee a smile or a handshake. You bless the person you're helping, but you also receive a blessing by the act of doing something for others! God is a genius in shifting attention spans to where they need to be at the perfect time Music is one God's three greatest gifts-Love, Family and Music No matter what you choose, the odds are great that you will begin to have a new experience in your mind and that old depressive feeling will fade away quickly Stay away from the red meat Many of the answers to a healthy happy mind and body are right there in your kitchen cupboard. I want the dopamine, serotonin, adrenaline, and oxytocin as they are the things that keep you healthy and active  Engage your senses to the maximum, engage the health benefits of being outside Spend some time forest bathing There is a strong connection between time spent in nature and reduced negative emotions We don't spend enough time investing in our spiritual life   Timestamps    2:07 Step 1 to Mental Freedom 2:53 James' time at Yoga 04:14 What are the benefits of movement? 05:19 James' running coach 07:30 Step 2 to Mental Freedom 07:58 Jesus Calling Excerpt 09:22 How does James get a laugh 09:59 What are the benefits of laughing 10:47 Find your funny bone 12:13 Step 3 to Mental Freedom: Let's help somebody 13:14 James Help Challenge 14:12 How does James help at the grocery store 16:00 Step 4 to mental Freedom 16:53 A musical testimony from one of our previous guests  18:03 How does music help with depression 19:51 Step 5 to mental freedom 20:10 How James lost twenty pounds 20:52 Blog guide 23:06 James' meal plan rule 24:06 Step 6 to Mental freedom 25:40 The natural drugs 25:46 The wonders of Oxytocin 26:50 The wonders of Dopamine 27:53 How to get more dopamine 28:47 Step 7 to mental freedom: Let's love nature 29:13 Benefits of staying in nature 33:20 How to spend more time in nature 34:51 James' special camping treat 36:47 Bonus Step 8: Let's love the Lord 37:30 How does James go about his day? Spotify Playlist: Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni .Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends as well and let the world support these amazing indie artists! Check out the links here:  dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx  dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just simply need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there are a lot to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody either on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution! Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content to, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions   Tony Robbins   DE 103 KinderJazz   the food meal blog   James 4:2   Ps 107:11   Mat 6:33   7 steps to Mental Freedom   Here to Share and Care

If you’re longing for some real music that you can feel in your heart, lyrics that speak to your soul, and a live performance with the power to blow the roof off the building, you can stop right here. If you’re tired of all the staged choreography, blinding light shows, capes, costumes, lip-synching and auto-tunes that seem to have taken over live performances, you have found a place to rest, refresh, and renew. Welcome to the world of Laura Cheadle. Along with her Family Band, she has opened for some of the biggest names in the business and won numerous awards, including “Best Indie Jazz/Blues Band” at WXPN sponsored Tri-State Indie Music Awards. She has performed on stages from NYC to London, appeared on 6ABC’s “Tuned In” as the very first viewer’s choice, the “NBC 10” Show, and the National reality show “Next Great Family Band.” Laura was recently featured in Curve Magazine, named one of “100 Women We Love” in Go Magazine, and declared a “Super Woman” in South Jersey Magazine for her active Charity Work.  As Traveler Guitar’s newest Brand Ambassador and a recent distribution deal with Sony Orchard, her solo career is starting to explode, performing a set at NAMM2020, filming specialized performance and educational video segments for Next Level Guitar’s site, and having recently been honored with the Musician of the Decade award for her body of work and trend-setting style. One of her original compositions was recently included in a popular TV show, and she participated in a Philadelphia Film project with a seamlessly acted feature role in the short film “Ether.”  Gifted with a voice powerful enough to shake rafters, and tender enough to navigate the entire range of the emotional scale, Laura Cheadle is a singer commanding more than just a listen or a look. Her albums, like her concerts, are an experience. Inseparable from the truth of the songs she writes, the raw emotion that tears out of her reaches deep into your heart with the kind of performance her audiences remember long after the last notes have been played.  So without further ado, strap your seatbelts as we take a ride to Philadelphia on this episode of the dHarmic evolution podcast. As a Preview: In this episode, we speak to Laura Cheadle, one of the hardest working ladies in showbiz.  As this is her third time on the show, Laura has gone miles ahead from when she and James connected nearly five years ago. We talk about her hippy lifestyle, and a 8 year relationship breakup that became a catalyst for her latest single. Also on this episode, we learn about her favorite artist, her connection with family and her upcoming tour dates More about Laura Cheadle Find out more about Laura and hear her music through different platforms. All the links are provided below! Check out her website, social media pages and music platforms that you can visit.   Quotes “Music instead of people”- Laura's shirt “It's like you're programming yourself for failure if you keep saying that”-Laura(negative stuffs) “This is my music, I'm here to work, I'm here to create things”-James “Keep your mind clear”-Laura “Drums are like a physical release, you're working out and enjoying music at the same time”-James “The acoustic guitar is such a marvellous instrument to write on: it has everything”-James  "You're like the Elon Musk of Philadephia-Laura"-James  “The stuff you did the year before and the year before catches up with you and doesn't go unrewarded”-James “I network 24/7”-Laura “This album is all of my emotions in two years”-Laura   Timestamps  01:50 Introducing Laura Cheadle 04:33 Discussing Laura's hippy style 05:36 James discuss how he avoided drugs during early musical career 07:12 What is Laura's moms' best advice? 08:09 Laura's latest single, lost in between plays  11:56 Behind lost in between 13:19 Laura's family band 14:00 How Laura navigated during a downtime gig period? 14:50 What is Laura's best instrument? 16:46 How's Laura schedule at Sony Orchard 18:00 Social media strategies for artists 18:50 Where has Laura recently travelled to? 19:50 Laura's gig locations during the summer 21:52 How Laura got her gigs? 22:35 Laura's advice to upcoming artists 24:21 You keep Playing by Laura starts playing 28:06 Laura's soul influence 28:40 Laura's collaboration with her dad 30:08 Reverberate by Laura plays 35:12 Ride on by James Kevin plays  Spotify Playlist: Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni .Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends as well and let the world support these amazing indie artists! Check out the links here: dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4  dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8 dHarmic Evolution links:  Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just simply need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there are a lot to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody either on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution! Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be a great read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website or you can just send them to https://tinyurl.com/yc4wuwbf  Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content to, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions Lost in Between  Reverberate Sony Orchard Steven Caan  Laura's Dad Stevie Wonder DE176 Laura Cheadle | Teaching us how to “Chill” Listen to Ride On by James Kevin O’Connor   Connect with Laura Cheadle Website Instagram

Sam Koon is a guitarist, songwriter & powerhouse vocalist. Originally from Central Florida with roots also in Georgia, Sam originally performed out of Nashville as the lead singer for touring act & country crossover artist, Jessta James ...but it wasn’t until just a few years ago Sam decided to release his own original music. As a songwriter, Sam received his first major label cut with Sony/RCA recording artist Andrew Jannakos’ single “Somebody Loves You” which debuted as the #1 trending TikTok sound in May 2021. Sam also has 2 recent cuts with “Running Out of Roses” & “Somebody’s Gotta Do It” landing on Big Yellow Dog’s Brandon Davis’ debut album “Hearts Don’t Rust”. “I’m so excited to continue to release original music”, says Sam, “I have several songs I’ve written in the past few years & I can’t wait to continue to release more. As an independent artist, I’m thankful for some of the opportunities that have come my way & look forward to sharing more.” Sam continues to grow his audience and plans on releasing several songs this year in hope of a full-length project So strap up your seatbelts and let’s take a ride to Georgia on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast. As a Preview: In this episode, we speak to rock turned country music rising star Sam Koon. We explore everything about Sam from his time as rock lead singer for Jessta James, his personal writing process detailing from song conception to completion and how he got into co-writing. Also, we touched on Sam’s experience in vocal training, its importance for other artists and his vocal influences. Finally, we had  a quick story of James doing a gig with his son Trevor, all here on the dHarmic Evolution podcast. More about Sam Koon Find out more about Sam and hear his music through different platforms. All the links are provided below! Check out his website, social media pages and music platforms that you can visit. Quotes: “I think I’ve always written ever since I picked up the guitar when I was fifteen”-Sam “It was a pleasant transition to country music for me”-Sam “Don’t get me wrong, coming from rock, I like having some loud guitars but the dynamic of the song, I like those choruses because they really can soar”-Sam “The song seems to always have a mind of its own”-James “‘Cos a lot of time you can get boxed in your head, and can’t break through to the second verse”-Sam “No matter what you do and how bad you think it is or how bad you think you are, like it’s really gonna be alright. It happens to the best of us; we're all human. We should love each other and support each other.”-Sam “It’s worth it to me, even losing money because I like to go out there ‘cos of the experience and the potential that one day something could happen”-Sam “When I get an idea, I like to start at the last line of the chorus that’s the tag”-Sam “There are so many techniques, ideas, tricks and hacks of songwriting… it’s one of the most freeing and creative things you can ever do”- James  Time Stamps: 00:56 Introducing the country star, Sam Koon 04:10  How Sam got to join Jessta James 06:02 How Sam almost got arrested 06:37 How Sam discovered his song-writing ability 06:56 Sam’s short stint in Rock n Roll 08:28 Behind Sam’s debut country song, “If Heaven has a backdoor” 09:56 How Sam got into co-writing 11:57 Best of us starts playing 15:22 How Sam created Best of us 18:23 Which performance does Sam prefer: Solo or Band? 19:09 How Sam got connected to writer’s round 21:50 Sam’s experience opening for big acts with a band 23:48 Sam’s vocal training 24:43 James’ self-consciousness during vocal training 26:12 Sam’s writing process 29:15 Every other weekend from Sam Koon starts playing 33:06 Sam’s vocal influences 35:45 How vocal coaching was important for Sam 37:14 What is Sam’s favorite thing to do at chill time 37:58 What does the future look like for Sam 39:48 Two Dads hitting it off together 41:12 What is Sam’s band support structure 42:08 What is Sam’s favorite band set up, four-piece or five-piece? 43:06 Sam’s closing statement 44:26 Listen to Ride On from James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni .Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends as well and let the world support these amazing indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just simply need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there are a lot to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody either on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be a great read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website or you can just send them to https://tinyurl.com/yc4wuwbf   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution; check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content to, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.    Special Links and Mentions   Jessta James  If Heaven has a backdoor by Sam Koon Co-writing Best of Us Alex Smith Jeffrey Steel Writer’s Rounds  Cadillac3 Dave Matthews Steven Tyler Every other Weekend by Sam Koon Ride On by James Kevin O’Connor   Connect with Sam Koon   Website   Facebook   Instagram

Today’s guest artist is from Liverpool, England. A folk, electropop singer, balladeer and songwriter. She’s also an actress. She has amassed millions of views of  her content, been named song of the year in 2019 and been published in top magazines like Wonderland. So strap up your seatbelts and let’s take a ride to Liverpool, England on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast. As a preview: In this episode, get to learn more about Holly’s relationship that inspired her favorite song, Holly’s homebird personality, her love for skateboarding and connecting with people physically. Get to learn more about how Holly’s career came to be, her upcoming tour and how she got into the Cannes film festival, all here on the dHarmic Evolution podcast. More about Holly Lovelady Find out more about Holly and hear her music through different platforms. All the links are provided below! Check out her website, social media pages and music platforms that you can visit. Quotes: “You’re in love with someone and they can make the whole world beautiful. They can change it all just like that.” -Holly “All my music and creativity comes from my grandad who was also a singer.”- Holly “Sometimes inspiration comes by meeting somebody and they tell me a story and I’m inspired to write something but it’s very natural. It’s usually at  9 a.m.  and I’m half asleep at my piano.” – Holly “I think it’s a song that doesn’t require music. It’s a story and the story is the most important part.”- Holly “You are not really concerned with the genre; it sounds like the music selected you” - James  Time Stamps: 00:54 Opportunity to get featured on the Dharmic Rising Star Playlist 01:27 Guest artist introduction 03:42 Holly’s skateboarding experience 06:55 Listen to “Something in the Way” by Holly 10:12 Why Holly wrote “Something in the Way” 11:16 How Holly discovered an interest in Shakespeare plays through her grandad. 12:42 Holly’s observation on social media and forming real interactions 14:30 James touches on dating sites and forming real connections 16:22 Holly’s interest in performing on Sofar Sounds 19:00 What is the process behind Holly’s songwriting 20:22 Holly’s upcoming tour in UK and Ireland 21:39 James wonderful advice for Holly’s stage appearance 23:50 Listen to Holly’s “Dreamer”. 28:30 How Holly came to discover “Dreamer” 30:45 How Holly got into singing as a career path 33:10 How Holly got into the Cannes Film Festival 35:10 How does Holly relax and spend time with family 36:47 Holly’s dog Chester makes a show appearance 37:57 Holly and Linktree 40:23 Holly’s Aspirations for her Music and Acting career 44:00 Listen to Ride On by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni .Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends as well and let the world support these amazing indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just simply need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there are a lot to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody either on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be a great read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website or you can just send them to https://tinyurl.com/25a994tw   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution, check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content to, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.       Special Links and Mention   Social Media   Shakespeare   Sofar Sounds   Judy Collins   Cannes Film Festival   Linktree   Christopher Nolan   Ride On   Connect with Holly Lovelady   Website   Facebook   Instagram   YouTube

Today on the show, still doing something different, I talked about technology, what’s happening and how to protect yourself. Also, I discussed how to leverage your podcast after a show and finally shared the story behind the dHarmic rising star Spotify playlists. And just as a teaser, we will be having guests from all over the world very soon. So, strap up your seatbelt and enjoy this wonderful episode on the dHarmic Evolution podcast.   As a preview:  On technology, I switched to the Brave browser, an ad-blocking privacy browser that helps keep my browsing info private. Whenever I’m doing something sensitive, especially relating to my financial accounts, I use Brave. Another cool perk is you get paid for the viewing ads of your choice!  Regarding podcasts, I wanted to drop some growth hacks. When you are invited to a show, leverage that opportunity as an infomercial. Don’t just shut off your microphone and move on, take some steps to promote. Share it across your socials and even follow up just to get feedback and continue to build on a blossoming relationship. Lastly, the dHarmic rising stars Spotify playlist is a Spotify playlist of 30 songs each that I created and named after certain star constellations. A very eclectic bunch of great songs from various genres are available on these playlists! Also, as a guest on the podcast, you get to put one of your songs on the playlist for free. Listen and enjoy  Quotes: “I worry that we are getting too complacent on letting our private information run rampant on the Internet”  “Keep your software updated and turn your phone off at least once a day”  “After your show is done, think of ways of how to keep it alive”  “Having your infomercial is very powerful, you took the time to do this, you showed up, you invested the energy and did the right things; don’t let it die”  “There are always things right in front of us that we tend to overlook” “I’ve been doing this for a long time, and I am very comfortable in trying to make people comfortable on the show”  “You’re tired of your own music at times. Where do you go for inspiration? Other artists, of course!”  Time Stamps: 00:33 Special shoutout to Indian listeners  03:36 Talking about technology & privacy 04:07 My switch from Chrome to the Brave browser 06:00 The Brave AdBlocker 06:23 The BAT token 09:03 Jeff Brown 10:56 Light pollution and E.M. radiation 12:22 What do you do with your podcast after being on someone’s show? 13:48 Requirement for getting onto the show 15:28 My secret super link strategy 18:29 Identifying your warm leads 20:21 More marketing techniques 21:23 Introducing the dHarmic Rising Stars Spotify playlists 23:08 Why did I start the dHarmic Rising Stars Spotify playlist? 24:47 Rules guiding the Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify playlists 26:48 Worrying about copying other artists. 29:01 Megan Nadin’s Beautiful Things from the Aquila playlist 31:46 Introducing A Million Miles Away from the Fighting for Frequency Band 36:14 The Lust in Between from Laura Cheadle 39:48 Introducing Stone Senate 41:45 Whiskey Helps starts playing Spotify Playlist: Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends as well and let the world support these amazing indie artists! Check out the links here:  dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion  dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   dHarmic Evolution links:  Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just simply need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there is a lot to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody either on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing dHarmic Evolution Community!  Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be a great read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website or you can just send them to https://tinyurl.com/25a994tw  Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution, check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions Tim Ferris Brave Jeff Brown DE254 David Burkus, teaching us how to leverage what we already have! DE290 Megan Nadin, Debut Album “This Was Then” One of Her Beautiful Things DE312 Fighting for Frequency Brings Us Together with Their Music DE176 Laura Cheadle | Teaching us how to “Chill” DE328 Stone Senate Keeps Southern Rock Alive from Dawn to Dusk Listen to James Kevin O’Connor’s Connected

In this episode, I did something a bit different and share a project that was done around this time (the Holy week), five years ago. The band is called Mercy and the name of the project is I am Victorious. My writing partner Archbishop and Captain Chaplain Christine Mercy Johnson and I wrote and produced this album. Kim Copeland also served as the music producer. Majorly I discussed the process behind four songs and also shared the songs all on the dHarmic evolution podcast. So, strap up your seatbelts and let’s take a trip back in time to Music Row in Nashville!   Before we get into the show, I just want to remind you that my coaching program is open for you folks out there in need of coaching in these categories: Relationship coaching, Spiritual coaching, Life coaching, and of course, Podcast coaching.   So for all my dHarmic Evolution fans and supporters who are looking for life-changing results in any of these areas, please email me at james@dharmicevolution.com I’ll set up a 30-minute NO COST, NO OBLIGATION Zoom call for you and I to vet this out and see if we are a good fit together, because this is one-on-one coaching. It’s not group coaching. Therefore, I can only handle a limited number of people and I hope it’s you! Again, there will be limited spaces available as this is “one-on-one”, so reach out ASAP to reserve a spot!   As we celebrate the Easter holidays, let these songs fill you with life, hope and joy.   Quotes:   “I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End” Rev 22   “Follow me and I will make you fishers of men”   “In times like this, we need to be thinking about the Lord; and we are not staying here, this is still the bus stop”    “If it be possible, please take this cup from my Hand, but I serve your command, although I’m Afraid”   “The Lord knew the unbelievable, incredible pain he was going to suffer, yet he acknowledged the father’s wishes and saved all of humanity”   Time Stamps:   01:32 Getting nature sounds   02:45 Archbishop Christine narrates   04:56 Amen song starts   09:03 Amen song ends   10:03 Archbishop Christine narrates       11:40 Bless You song starts   17:13 Bless You ends   18:28 I’m Afraid song background   21:00 Archbishop Christine narrates   27: 29 I’m Afraid song starts   32:07 I’m afraid song ends   33:31 It is Finished song background   34:17 Archbishop Christine narrates   40:33 It is Finished song starts   43:04 It is Finished song ends     Spotify Playlist:   Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni .Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends as well and let the world support these amazing indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just simply need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there are a lot to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you’re digging this show, please share it with somebody either on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be a great read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website or you can just send them to https://tinyurl.com/25a994tw    Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution, check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content to, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.     Special Links and Mentions   Archbishop Dr. Christine Mercy Johnson   Buddy Hyatt    Glen Duncan Music    Jim Hyatt Group      Shawnfic    Producer Kim    Kelly James    James Mitchell Guitar   

Credenda is our musical guest today, they are a family band. I've only had a few of them on the show but I really enjoy this probably more than any other type of interview because of the family dynamics and interaction. I just love getting involved with that, and I’m sure you’re going to love being part of this great conversation too. So strap up your seatbelts and let's take a ride to Nashville, Tennessee to visit the family vocal harmony trio, Credenda! Before we get into the show, I just want to remind you that my coaching program is open for you folks out there in need of coaching in these categories: Relationship coaching, Spiritual coaching, Life coaching, and of course, Podcast coaching. So for all my dHarmic Evolution fans and supporters who are looking for life-changing results in any of these areas, please email me at james@dharmicevolution.com I'll set up a 30-minute NO COST, NO OBLIGATION Zoom call for you and I to vet this out and see if we are a good fit together,  because this is one-on-one coaching. It's not group coaching. Therefore, I can only handle a limited number of people and I hope it's you! Again, there will be limited spaces available as this is “one-on-one”, so reach out ASAP to reserve a spot! Back to Credenda! Music for the soul, that’s what they are! They are a family vocal harmony trio consisting of mom, (Barbara), brother (Daniel), and sister (Anna). Their signature sound, which can be best described as Americana with the heart of Gospel, and it is marked by blood harmony, unique songwriting, and soaring melodies. With a retro yet modern sound, they pay tribute to the bands of the past and present while at the same time bringing a wholly unique and original sound that will bring peace to the listener. They also bring an approach to classic songs that is all their own! You will feel like part of the family as you join them for a time of stories and music! Barbara, Daniel, and Anna shared great stories and experiences, and you will love their sense of humor and most especially the music that we featured here today. It will absolutely be an enjoyable hour, so let us all give Credenda a warm dHarmic Evolution welcome! More about Credenda dHarmic Evolution has been a place for indie music and a lot of up and coming artists are here all the time, so let’s show our support for Credenda and their music through different platforms. You can go check out their website, social media pages and music platforms and follow them through these. All the links are provided below!  Quotes: 05:51 “I was just a mom. I actually was into classical music. I'm  one of these prodigy kids that my parents had in lessons from a very young age, and I gave it up in my late teens, and went into a nursing program instead of following through on my music. And so when we had tons of kids, and they all started showing that they were very musical. I just heard of them all together. We did music together, I would write a bit and they'd sing it and, and it just evolved, but the sound just produces itself, I think.” - Barbara   12:30 “And we go on this sort of little family, with sweet, angelic harmonies. And it was kind of interesting, it didn't matter how drunk people were, everybody just stopped doing anything, and they didn't turn around from the bar. And watch, and listen. So we knew that what we were delivering was having an impact in some way. And somebody told us later that the harmonies bring peace to them. I think there's something about harmony when musicians put harmony together.” - Barbara   22:41 “I wasn't this kid, this millennial that would be glued to my phone growing up. I loved books and literature and the influence of parents that they brought into the house, but the music and just family culture was important to me.” - Anna   26:47 “I'll kind of build everything around that melody, and the lyrics just kind of incidentally, fall into it. And mom was the original lyricist, but she kind of gave me the self belief that I could start contributing to that department. So I've been doing a lot more recently.” - Daniel   42:16 “If I had to go with a word for our recording process, it's casual. We're not like, “I want to do that again, do it again.” People are really doing vocal bits over and over until it's just perfect. A lot of our best work is done like “One Take Jake” style, if we can.” - Credenda   50:42 “When people ask us, “What do you like to do besides music?” And then I always had this saying that musicians don't have a social life in general. We sort of make time to do things in periods throughout the day.” - Daniel   53:40 “My inspiration to any up and coming songwriter that's just hit Nashville or is just trying to make it in music in general, is keep at it. Be patient with yourself, your growth. Always have a circle of friends around you, even if it's just one or two people that kind of anchor you, and have conviction. Don't go for a deal just when it's offered to you, because sometimes it's not the right decision to make. So be patient. Be patient. Just keep at it. It will happen.” - Credenda Timestamps: 01:00 Introducing Credenda 02:30 Introducing the three members of Credenda and how the band was formulated. 04:38 Barbara shares who she was listening to growing up and her influences in music. 07:45How did the name Credenda come about? 09:32 The importance of the dictionary in songwriting. 11:21 How was their experience on Puckett’s and if they played there often. 15:04 Listen to “A Bridge in Dickson County” by Credenda 19:14 How did “A Bridge in Dickson County” come to have a life of its own? 22:22 The heroes in music that Anna had as she was growing up. 23:33 Anna shares her journey on bringing out her voice. 25:55 How is Daniel's process in creating and coming up with sounds? 27:02 How do Credenda come up with things and contribute as individuals? 28:43 The story of how Credenda went to Nashville and where they were before that. 34:25 How was Credenda’s transition as they stayed in Nashville? 35:36 Listen to “Far Side Of The River” by Credenda 38:52 Who is behind “Far Side Of The River” and what is it about? 40:14 Credenda shares their recording process and how they get their songs completed. 44:55 What do Ann, Daniel and Barbara like to do during their chill time besides music? 52:45 Credenda’s sign off message to the audience and inspirational wisdom to the upcoming artists. 54:58 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist: Make sure you’re not missing out on all our “Rising dHarmic Stars Spotify Playlists”. We already have four (4) playlists where you can find over a hundred songs from our very own dHarmic Evolution alumni .Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends as well and let the world support these amazing indie artists! Check out the links here:   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Stay up-to-date with our new releases! You just simply need to go to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite podcast platform – there are a lot to choose from! Let me know what you think as well by leaving comments or reviews! And if you're digging this show, please share it with somebody either on social media or just forward it to a friend and let them join the growing community of  dHarmic Evolution!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by suggesting the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be a great read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website or you can just send them to https://tinyurl.com/25a994tw    Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution, check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content to, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions: Bob Dylan Led Zeppelin The Rolling Stones Michael Jackson Mick Jagger Paul McCartney The Beatles The Carpenters The Righteous Brothers   Connect with Credenda Website: www.credendamusic.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/credendamusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/credendamusic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRi4IstEQHzoTfiwdukrDmA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Fo0zqUjFKwO15J4J8F9TN Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/credenda/1451015233 ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/credendamusic SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-168337760

Saylor Dollar, an acoustic duo based in Tallahassee Florida, is our musical guest for today. We had a fabulous chat, and we went from talking about Tallahassee to getting a package delivered of a brand new 59 Magnatone Amp from the UPS man as we  talked about gear – now that’s what we call great timing! It’s all right here on the dHarmic evolution podcast. So strap up your seatbelts and let's take a ride to Tallahassee, Florida to hang out with Dale and Lisa of the acoustic duo, Saylor Dollar! Before we get into the show, I just want to remind you that my coaching program is open for you folks out there in need of coaching in these categories: Relationship coaching, Spiritual coaching, Life coaching, and of course, Podcast coaching. So for all my dHarmic Evolution fans and supporters who are looking for life-changing results in any of these areas, please email me at james@dharmicevolution.com I'll set up a 30-minute NO COST, NO OBLIGATION Zoom call for you and I to vet this out and see if we are a good fit together,  because this is one-on-one coaching. It's not group coaching. Therefore, I can only handle a limited number of people and I hope it's you! Again, there will be limited spaces available as this is “one-on-one”, so reach out ASAP to reserve a spot! Back to the acoustic duo, Saylor Dollar’s band members consist of Dale Dollar (guitarist), and Lisa Saylor Dollar (vocals and violin). They perform an eclectic mix of original music featuring guitar riffs with a 70’s southern rock feel, Irish folk-style song structure, and lyrics inspired by Appalachian story-telling and love. Lisa Saylor Dollar has a degree in music education from Florida State University. She has completed additional studies in Eisenstadt, Vienna, and Salzburg, Austria. Lisa is a music teacher in the public schools. She began performing in church as a child, and has performed with many professional orchestras and as a free-lance violinist. She has performed with local bands including Crossroad Bluegrass, and Sweet & Greasy. Dale Dollar studied guitar at Florida State University. He has taught private guitar lessons and has written and performed with many bands including Shapeshifter Project, Carrion Curse, and Sweet & Greasy. Get to know more about Saylor Dollar and listen to their eclectic music featured here on the show. Hear about Tallahassee, and sinkholes that you can swim on. We talked about alternate tuning, including DADGAD and a whole bunch of others. How Lisa went from symphony to bluegrass, you have got to hear her play the Orange Blossom Special! Log Cabin, Chris Godwin, Indian Head factory, hiking, great parks, Swanee fest, Buffalo and Phoenix, Ace Frehley and classical guitar. How did we fit that in such a short time? You’re about to find out as we take a ride today with Lisa and Dale of Saylor Dollar here on the dHarmic evolution podcast! More about Saylor Dollar Support Saylor Dollar and their music through different platforms. You can go check out their website, social media pages and music platforms and follow them through these. All the links are provided below!  Quotes: 04:54 “We both love music. It's basically the first love of our lives and never going to stop. That's basically what we do all the time. ” - Dale 26:20 “I love that music though. I love the freedom of being able to just make it up as I go and play what I feel. And those guys encouraged me to sing, lead. That's the band I was in when Dale and I met and then now I just love being able to write with Dale, have our own stuff and not have to sing anybody else's stuff.” -Lisa 41:01 “I'm always practicing. I do my TrueFire, I do some of their courses. I'm always trying to learn something new. I love it.” - Dale 51:49 “My advice to anybody who wants to do music is to just play and enjoy it. Because even if nobody likes what you're doing, but you like what you're doing, I think you should just play and enjoy the music. Because as we talked earlier, there's so much ego in this business. And as long as you love what you're doing, you believe in what you're doing, I say just play, it doesn't matter if anybody likes it as long as you like it. And if you inspire just one person to play, I mean, it makes it all worth it. So that's me.” - Dale 52:26 “Don't doubt yourself, second guess yourself. Everybody has their own thing. God gave us all different talents and different gifts. So use yours. Don't compare that to anybody else there.” - Lisa Timestamps: 01:59 Introducing Saylor Dollar 03:15 Saylor Dollar talks about Tallahassee, Florida 04:00 Where do Saylor Dollar spend most of their time when going out and doing their performances? 05:25 How do Saylor Dollar put their material together and have their songs come together? 08:57How did Saylor Dollar start collaborating - when and where did they meet? 11:20 Listen to “Colored Water Sunshine” by Saylor Dollar 14:57 Saylor Dollar talks about the story behind “Colored Water Sunshine” 17:04 Sinkholes that you can swim in that are in  Tallahassee, Florida 18:06 Saylor Dollar on their special favorites on alternate tuning and DADGAD tuning. 22:22 Gears and instruments that Saylor Dollar uses when they get out and play. 24:14 Lisa’s powerful vocals and who she listened to before she started singing. 25:42 Lisa on joining a bluegrass band. 27:52 What are Saylor Dollar’s process for getting ready for when they're going to do a record. 30:36 How does Saylor Dollar put their music together and what great do they use? 32:44 Saylor Dollar about doing a full band and a duo.  33:54 Listen to “Goodbye” by Saylor Dollar 37:58 What is the metaphor behind “Goodbye” and who had the personal experience with this song.  41:12 What does Lisa and Dale like to do for fun outside music and work?  42:44 Where are the best venues for their eclectic music? 46:10 At what age did Dale start playing and who did he listen to growing up? 48:57 When did Dale transition from heavy metal to something different? 50:18 Lisa as a teacher of strings. 51:18 Saylor Dollar’s goodbye message to the audience and words of wisdom to the upcoming artists. 53:35 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist: Did you miss the alumni of the dHarmic Evolution Podcast? Check out our 4 dHarmic Rising Stars playlists and see their music there. Don’t forget to share them with your family and friends as well and let the world support these amazing indie artists! Check the links here: dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links: Want to stay up-to date with our new release of episodes? Here’s a pro tip, head over to dharmicevolution.com so the show will just come to your phone every Friday at 4:44 AM EST!  Don’t forget to let me know what you think as well by leaving us some comments. Also, send this off to a friend and let them join the growing community of dHarmic Evolution. Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please help them out by having the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It will be a great read for them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website or you can just send them to https://tinyurl.com/25a994tw  Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution, check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content to, you can check out our own Facebook community page and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions: Tony Robbins Tom Brady The Allman Brothers Band Joni Mitchell AC/DC Metallica Ace Frehley Kiss Frank Bello Jimi Hendrix Randy Rhoads Judas Priest Iron Maiden Slayer Connect with Saylor Dollar Website: https://saylordollar.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaylorDollar/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/saylordollar Twitter: https://twitter.com/saylordollar YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SaylorDollar Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2g3frfjox2Id76kF6NkLnd Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/1487435760 ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/saylordollar    

Zack Linton from way down under is our musical guest today. We haven't been to Australia in such a long time, and I think we are long overdue. So strap up your seatbelts because we’re going to take a ride and visit a musician, guitarist and singer-songwriter from Perth, Australia on the west side of the continent. Let's give Zack Linton a warm dHarmic Evolution welcome! Before we get into the show, I want to let you know that I am opening up a coaching opportunity for my dHarmic Evolution fans and supporters, in the following coaching categories:  Relationship coaching, Spiritual coaching, Life coaching, and of course Podcast coaching. This offer is for one on one coaching with me personally and not a group coaching offer. If you are looking for results in any of these areas, please email james@dharmicevolution.com I will choose from a select group and offer a 30 minute zoom call to discuss your goals and see if we are a good fit to work together. There will be limited spaces available as I this is “one on one”, so reach out asap to reserve a spot!  Now let's get to Zack! Nestled in soul, and combining a youthful love for Hard Rock and Blues, Zack Linton is a guitarist, singer-songwriter and producer from Perth Western Australia. His lust for the fretboard is only complemented by a strong passion for songwriting, music production and creating sounds that not only have a reminiscent feel and influence, but its own identity.  What's not to love about an awesome guitar player who writes great songs? Let’s dig in and get to know more about Zack and his music! We got into some really cool discussions about songwriting, creating sounds, production, gear, guitars, amplifiers, of course, we also talked about the massive continent of Australia and maybe Bitcoin mining?? Check it all out here on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution! More about Zack Linton Find out more about Zack and hear his music through different platforms. All the links are provided below! Check out his website, social media pages and music platforms that you can visit. Quotes: 25:50 “I just love guitars. It's definitely a big passion, it’s not just playing guitar, playing different ones and buying them when I've saved some money.” 35:52 “My goals are to....... I think I've found my sound now that I'm wanting to do and it's kind of writing more based around that – so I want to produce more, produce my own stuff more.” 36:52 “It's big on obviously independent artists now, and you need to get your music out there but you don’t really need a record label behind you anymore. So I mean, you can push your own music and it'd be nice to be obviously backed by hundreds of thousands of dollars by a record company, because that's what's going to ultimately get you putting the picture out there. But these days, being able to produce your music and put it out I think is a massive, massive thing. And that's why you've got so many independent artists now and they can actually do that.”   38:55 “A big thing for me was actually recording, getting into recording. I think through doing that you find your sound, you find what you're all about, and you find what you want to make. That's what did it for me.”   Timestamps:   00:57 Introducing Zack Linton 02:33 Perth as one of the safest cities and how would Zack describe it. 03:31 How did Zack get connected and started with Sofar Sounds? 05:25 How does Zack go about crafting his songs and his process on creating it? 08:20Listen to “Money” by Zack Linton 11:55 The making of the song “Money” and how Zack built the song with the guitars and keys? 13:35 Gigging around Perth and the places Zack played at even during the pandemic. 17:28 Zack as part of a trio and using the electric guitars.  19:36 How is the environment in Zack’s area for accepting original artists? 21:00 Could you plan a tour in Western Australia that could sustain for a month or two? 22:46 There are a lot of mining sites in their area – gold, iron ore, lithium, or Bitcoin?  24:17 Zack talks about the gear that he uses. 26:23 Listen to “Balance” by Zack Linton 29:19 Zack tells us about the metaphor behind the song “Balance” and the story of it. 31:03 Zack’s influences as he was coming up as a guitar player. 32:16 When did Zack start his journey to get to where he is now. 34:28 Who are the vocalists that Zack Linton admired? 35:30 What are Zack’s aspirations for as he is moving forward with his career? 36:28 Is the music business supportive on the original side? 37:27 What are the platforms that Zach uses to push his music out? 38:32 Zack's advice to up and coming musicians and his thank you message to the audience. 40:25 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   Head over to our dHarmic Rising Stars Spotify playlists and see if your music is on there! We are already on our 4th playlist, and we’ve got over 100 artists who are also alumni of the dHarmic Evolution Podcast. Don’t forget to check these links out and let me know what you think of these in the comments below!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links: If you want easier access to the show, you can sign up for your favorite platform on the website, so the new releases will just come to you easily. Just go to dharmicevolution.com. Also, if you are diggin the show, please give us some comments and send this off to a friend to let them check out the growing community of dHarmic Evolution.   Also, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please send them to https://tinyurl.com/25a994tw The book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom” will be of great help to them. You can easily find it as well on the main page of the website.   Keep yourself updated with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution, check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content to, you can check out the Facebook community and let the world support you! Check out the link here: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions:   Stevie Ray Vaughan Keith Urban Angus Young AC/DC Eddie Van Halen Gary Moore John Mayer Steve Vai Malmsteen Phil Collins Peter Gabriel Genesis Chris Cornell Led Zeppelin Peter Frampton   Connect with Zack Linton Website: http//zacklinton.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zacklintonmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacklinton/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/zack08123 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZGlgPJUn4BeBCd1I9XJ9ZQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1J4WwwMyOYAflswOky5vyl SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/zacklinton-1 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/au/artist/zack-linton/982905138    

We’re going to be doing something special on this episode of dHarmic Evolution. So join me for a ride today and let’s have a one-on-one about investing, and answer this question: where are you spending your time and currency? Real estate, stock market, bonds, precious metals, NFTs, Cryptos, the metaverse, these are some of the wise investments here on earth, but today we will dig deeper on what we should be more focused on. As we put our money into these things, where do we put ourselves when it comes to investing in our eternal future? Today, let me just share with you a few things that you can ponder upon to spend a more purposeful life, not just for your time here in the world but something that will last throughout eternity.  It is important for everybody to think about their earthly responsibilities, investments, caring for their families, running their businesses, and earning a good living. But it’s more essential to focus on the Lord. Make Him your God and all the rest of what you want will surely easily fall into place. So, let’s talk about what hinders us from coming near to Him, and by the time you finish this episode, I hope that we can all start by speaking to Him and coming confidently to God through our prayers. Have a blessed day ahead friends! Quotes: 04:51 “Too few people are really focused on what comes next and even fewer are investing in their eternal future.” 13:26 “Where are we really missing something? It's not in this life here on Earth. This is just a very, very short bus stop that we all find ourselves waiting at. The ultimate focus and excitement for all should be where am I going after this? As death is a certainty for all humankind.” 14:41 “If you like earning money, make as much money as you like, just don't make it your God. Whatever you keep rolling around in your mind every minute of every day becomes your God. What about trying to keep your focus on the Lord, make Him your God and all the rest of what you want easily falls into place.” 16:09 “There are only two choices when you leave this earth – you're either going up or you are going down. Our Lord is a kind, loving God, but he is a jealous God, and he can be an angry God when he's pushed and disrespected, or he sees you worshiping false gods before him. No excuses. “ 22:13 “Start investing right now, right this minute, speak to the Lord Jesus, He is your personal intercessor and represents your place in heaven. What is there to even think about? Like Nike says, just do it baby. And you just start by speaking to him.” Timestamps: 01:51 What the science marketers do to have people open their emails and newsletter’s. 04:14 Diversifying your portfolio and investing wisely. 04:50 Investing in your eternal future. 06:00 How often do you speak with the Lord? 06:49 Your relationships with the people around you and the Almighty God. 08:30 The story of Jesus preventing the Pharisees to stone the woman who sinned. 10:00 Being humble and not judging others. 11:42 How much or how little of your time do you invest in your spiritual life? 15:09 How our careers consume who we are. 18:04 Talking about death and suicide. 20:06 God created us for a specific purpose, not to drift around aimlessly for all eternity. 22:40 What “Speak to Me” is about. 23:43 Listen to “Speak to Me” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist: Our dHarmic Rising Stars Spotify playlist continuously grows! Now, with four playlists, there’s over 100 artists who will amaze you with their great talents and songs. Check out all the links and share it with your friends, family or other artists as well, and let me know what you think of these in the comments below!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8 dHarmic Evolution links: Signed up to your favorite platform yet? Just head over to dharmicevolution.com and see the available podcast platforms that we have. That way you can easily get the show every single release that we put out, always on a Friday morning at 4:44am EST. Let us know what you think as well by leaving a comment! Hey, we touched upon death and suicide today, and this starts with suffering from anxiety and depression. So if you know someone who is experiencing these, please have them check the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom” It will be of great help to them! You can also easily find it on the main page of the website. Don’t forget to also check out our Facebook page so you can keep up-to-date with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution, visit this link: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution Also, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out the Facebook community and let the world support you! Check out this link: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions: Frank Kern Tony Robbins   Bible Verses Mentioned   John 8:1-30  Matthew 7:1-3 Matthew 10:33 John 14:2

Jade Simmons is the fabulous guest we have today on this episode of dHarmic Evolution, this is going to be so inspiring! She is a creator of transformational experiences designed to activate audiences into becoming the biggest, boldest version of themselves possible. Ladies and gentleman, you better strap up your seatbelts because we're taking a ride today with Jade Simmons!   Jade Simmons is a world-class concert artist who has been called a “musical force of nature” (Yamaha Music) with an “uncanny ability to connect with the sounds of today” (Seattle Times). Jade is the CEO of Jade Media Global, a revolutionary live experience and global content distribution company specializing in 360º personal development and strategic transformation.   During her early career after graduating from Northwestern and Rice Universities, she performed in recital and with orchestra as a classical pianist in renowned halls, including the hallowed ones of the White House and the US Supreme Court. Following an artistic epiphany, she pivoted from playing the piano to impress audiences, to using music as the vehicle by which to provide the inspiration, entertainment, and transformation that profoundly moves them instead.   Nicknamed “Classical Music’s #1 Maverick,” her electrifying, genre-bending concert adventures span Rachmaninoff all the way to rap and include virtuoso storytelling, uncommon insights, and boundless inspiration. Today, Jade’s experiences not only delight concert audiences, but her dazzling, high-impact presentations are fast becoming the go-to fuel for organizations looking to reconnect their people to greater purpose, inspire seismic shifts in mindset, and activate their teams and leaders to instantly start living more consequential lives of impact.   Recently named one of the Best Keynote Speakers of 2019 and 2020, Jade’s impact spans a multitude of industries and transcends audience demographics. The world’s superlative brands and organizations from financial services, biotech, entertainment, education, energy and beyond are bringing Jade in. The born storyteller is also a stellar mindset strategist fluent in the language of high achievers .   In her inimitable career as a concert pianist, Jade has remained committed to expanding the boundaries of Classical music and its presentation, and as a result she has revolutionized the concert platform. Today, her notably diverse audiences have come to expect creative projects backed by riveting performances.   Ms. Simmons has toured the US extensively in recital and with orchestra, highlighted by performances at venues as wide-ranging as Ravinia, the Chicago Sinfonietta in Symphony Hall, New York's Town Hall, Detroit Institute of Arts, and the White House. She has been named one of the Best of South By Southwest and has also received the Sphinx Organization's Medal of Excellence in a concert held at the US Supreme Court and hosted by Justice Sonia Sotomayor.   Often the first, the founder, or at the forefront, Jade was the first New Music/New Places fellow for the prestigious Concert Artist Guild, and she was the original face of the legendary Van Cliburn International Piano competition’s webcast. She’s also the beloved voice of Decomposed, the critically-acclaimed American Public Media podcast that turned classic music storytelling on its head. The show has been heralded in Time, Esquire, Indie Wire, and BBC America .   Simmons continues to make an unexpected impact on and away from the stage. As an ordained minister and author, she challenges us to pray bigger with the best-selling Audacious Prayers for World Changers. An equal-opportunity disrupter, in 2020, the Maverick made her boldest leap yet as founder of Operation Restoration, which powered her run as an Independent candidate for President of the United States. Her platforms prioritize people and unifying policies over politics as usual.   Let’s give Jade Simmons a warm dHarmic evolution welcome, as we learn more about her audacious journey from being pianist to her run for the Presidency. Her life stories, her music, her words of wisdom will truly move you, and you definitely should share this with your friends and family as well. Let this be an inspiration of what greater things everyone can achieve!   More about Jade Simmons Check out more of her inspiring stories and experience Jade Simmons! Check out all the links below for her social media pages and website to get to know more about her and what she does. Quotes: 03:59 “It's not an easy path to pick. But that's the wonder of childhood – is you don't know any better. And my parents, I'm still blessed to have them both, and the way that they've raised me and my sister has been that we really do believe we can do anything that we put our mind to.” 13:21 “I started very early, being able to combine my love of other things outside of music, with music and with speaking and that sort of started helping me really differentiate from other concert artists.”   34:58 “As a musician, you hope for the standing O. So, to me, I didn't know it was a big deal to get the standing O, until it started showing up in the first speaker we've ever had that had a standing ovation. So then I started, “Why are people really standing up?” And my goal has become, “I don't want you to stand up just because you thought what I just did was awesome.” That's one level of standing ovation. The deepest level of standing O for me is when people stand up because they feel awesome. Something in them has activated, has switched on.”   38:46 “You're never not a minister. You’re just never not and, I am literally an ordained minister, my Christian faith is extremely important to me, it is 90% of who I am, as a person and forms everything, it's my compass.”   55:50 “Your purpose is not the thing you do, your purpose is what happens in others when you do what you do.” And then I realized the piano was only one vehicle in which I got to ride out my purpose. What purpose was – was what was happening in that audience, the fact that they were seeing the creative side of themselves are feeling activated to go after something – that was purpose. And I realized, “Oh, my purpose personally, Jade's purpose, is to activate people into becoming a bigger, bolder version themselves, the one that I believe God created them to be. “   Timestamps:   01:12 Introducing Jade Simmons 03:15 How did being a concert pianist come into Jade’s world? 04:53 Jade tells about how blessed she is with her parents. 08:20 When was the first time Jade told herself that she’s going to be on stages? 11:51 Jade shares how it all worked out for her on choosing her market and where she fits in. 13:32 The genesis of Jade’s discovery of how she can combine music and the other things she loves. 18:19Listen to “The Flight” by Jade Simmons 23:07 How Jade created “The Flight” with different remixes. 24:51 How does Jade Simmons balance practice with all the other things she does? 25:52 The story behind how Jade started and went about doing  motivational speaking? 31:42 Does Jade Simmons get to choose her own piano? What’s her instrument of choice? 32:53 How did Jade pitch her first engagements and how is she doing it now that she has a team? 38:30 Jade shares about how she plugs in the ministry in the realm of everything she is doing. 43:05 All about Jade Simmons best-selling book, “Audacious Prayers for World Changers.” 47:55 Jade’s records and how was her experience running for the Presidency in 2020. 54:28 A wisdom to share for the up and coming musicians, singer, songwriters from Jade Simmons 1:00:25 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   Don't forget to check out our dHarmic Rising Stars Spotify playlists. See if your music is on there! We are already on our 4th playlist, and we’ve got over 100 artists who will amaze you with their great talents. Simply click on these links and share it with your friends, family or other artists as well! Let’s altogether support these great alumni of the dHarmic Evolution Podcast.   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Overcast, Stitcher Radio, Spotify, and Apple podcasts – these are the four highlighted platforms on the website, have you signed up to your favorite platform yet? If not, you can choose from 23 podcast platforms! Just check out dharmicevolution.com and see the options that we have which are available worldwide.  This will make it easy for you to get the show every Friday morning at 4:44am. Let us know what you think as well by leaving a comment!   Do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please send them to https://tinyurl.com/25a994tw      Keep up-to-date with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution, check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution Also, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out the Facebook community and let the world support you! Check out this link: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions: John Lennon Alexander Scriabin Wassily Kandinsky Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Franz Liszt Michael Jackson Clara Schumann Donald Trump Joe Biden   Connect with Jade Simmons Website: https://jadesimmons.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JadeMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialjadesimmons/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/newmuseic Twitter: https://twitter.com/jadesimmons LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jade-simmons-pianistceo/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3frzsw7zkolhBmESDRkgDH SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/stalkingsuperwoman ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/jadesimmons Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jade-simmons/308015554      

Stone Senate is a Southern Rock Band from Nashville Tennessee. They have been called “a heavier version of Lynyrd Skynyrd, crossed with The Allman Brothers Band.” While being mentioned in such heady company is flattering, one thing that they are most definitely not, is a “retro act.” They take what comes naturally from their collective influences, and then took it a step further. You better strap up your seat belts, because we’re going to hang out today with Stone Senate! Meet the members of the band! Fronted by lead vocalist/guitarist Clint Woolsey’s smoldering, soulful vocals and unmistakable stage presence, stage left and stage right are burning with the dual lead guitars of James Edwards and Ted Hennington. Add to these the blood bonded rhythm section of “The Mud Brothers”- Paul Zettler on bass/vocals and David Zettler on drums/vocals and you have just caught lightning in a bottle. This band has built their audience through relentless touring year round, along with radio tours inserted into the schedule. Having been together since 2012, the band is able to widen their collective setlist while throwing in band and audience favorites of Country and Rock legendary songs. With over 500 shows throughout the US in the last few years, Stone Senate is steadily adding more and more dates each year and looking forward to some great new music in 2022! Let’s get to know them more as we are joined by Clint Woolsey and talk about the band and how their success story started. It's time to give a warm dHarmic evolution welcome to Stone Senate!   More about Stone Senate Check out all the links below and follow Stone Senate on their social media pages, they also have a website where you can check out all the great things that they offer! Quotes: 22:16 “It took a few years, but it was kind of almost worth the wait, man. Because this to me – this lineup is just about perfect. Everybody's really, really close. We get along, and everybody's shooting for the same goal of being able to really make a living playing music. So everybody really goes the extra mile to make anything like this happen for us. So it's a great group of guys, man, that's for sure, I'm lucky to be with.”   26:07 “I tell you what, that was really the only option that we had starting out was just to play as many shows, as many places that we could. So we kind of took just about every show that was offered, if we could physically make it there in time. But we take it, no matter what the money was. A lot of times, there wasn't any money, it was just an opportunity for us. ”   38:25 “I think the biggest challenge is getting enough sleep. But we all love playing music and we really all love playing music with each other. So that's really what's driving us to get out on the road.”   41:55 “We're still still running hard, man, and loving just about every minute of it, even the break.”   52:39 “ I just say to any of the upcoming musicians just to get out there and play, play, play man.Play live and rehearse as much as humanly possible because that seemed to really help me in the band, as a whole lot.”   Timestamps: 01:06 Introducing Stone Senate 02:44 Catching up with Clint of Stone Senate 06:02 The places that Stone Senate goes for their tours. 07:13 Clint shares their experience in Sturgis. 12:40 Listen to “Down” by Stone Senate 16:42 Clint tells us about the band and the members 18:13 How long did it take them to find their sound and develop their personality as a band? 20:37 Where did they grow up, and how did the band first connect?  22:56 Clint talks about their style of music and the guitar solos in it. 25:24 Clint tells us how touring helped them build a really solid fanbase. 29:16 What does Stone Senate’s creative process look like? 31:47 Listen to “Whiskey Helps” by Stone Senate 35:52 Clint talks about their experience while recording “Whiskey Helps.” 37:54 What is the most appealing part of that whole experience when they're out on the road? 42:55 How do they get the chance and opportunity for new songs even when they are on the road? 44:32 How did Clint personally first get the idea that he will be a musician and that this will be his life? 51:45 Celebrating the newest release of Stone Senate: Dusk  52:10 Clints shares his last words for their collective audience, especially to the newer musicians 54:15 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   If you haven’t seen the dHarmic Rising Stars Spotify playlist, check it out on the links below. We're up to over 100 songs on four different playlists now. Listen to the amazing songs from over a hundred Indie artist alumni of the dHarmic Evolution show. Don’t forget to share this to your friends and family as well, and together let’s support their music!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Hey, head over to dharmicevolution.com and see the available podcast platforms that we have and subscribe to them! So the show can simply come to you at 4:44 AM EST once a new release comes out! You can also leave your comments and reviews, and let me know what you think.   Also, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please send them to dharmicevolution.com. The book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom” will be of great help to them. You can easily find it on the main page of the website.   Visit and follow our Facebook Page as well, so you can stay up-to-date on everything that’s happening here at the dHarmic Evolution Podcast. Just simply go to: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, author, or a keynote speaker, check out the Facebook community! This is a safe place to post your content to and to let the world support you. Check out this link: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions: Lynyrd Skynyrd The Allman Brothers Band Toby Wright The Black Crowes Grateful Dead Elton John Billy Joel George Strait Beatles Bob Dylan Zac Brown   Connect with Stone Senate Website: https://stonesenate.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stonesenateband Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stonesenate/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/stonesenate YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StoneSenateBand Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/66wQHyrLygLZxnWgkm9Ph8 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/stone-senate/540467259 YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCxe90sXOCWYo5R6Ij7vfpMw Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/5338216

Happy new year listeners of dHarmic Evolution! How’s your new year? I hope that it will be productive, inspired, and prosperous!   As we greet a new great year, we’re back in London with an exciting, emerging talent in the British Music Scene. Her sound is influenced by Soul, R&B, Gospel and Pop, with a commitment to lyrical storytelling. This Scottish-Congolese artist lived in cities across Scotland, England, Zambia and Zimbabwe, before settling in London to share music that is shaped by the life experiences gained during her travels. Please give a warm dHarmic Evolution artist welcome to emaé!   As an independent artist, emaé has already gained recognition and support from prominent music institutions as Serious Live (London Jazz Festival), Help Musicians UK, h Club London and is most recently a recipient of the widely coveted PRS for Music #WomenMakeMusic grant.   Let’s find out more about emaé, her journeys, her experiences, her future aspirations, and her amazing music. Her featured songs “Away from Here” and “Over” will surely captivate your heart. Strap up your seatbelts as we visit London with emaé, here in this episode of the dHarmic Evolution!   More about Emaé It was an awesome conversation with emaé. If you want to know more about her and see her work, you can check out all her social media pages listed below and support her music! Quotes: 14:11 “That was kind of my encouragement to myself, that no matter what I'm going through, I'm never so far removed that I can't find my way back.“   20:25 “I think my ultimate goal will always be to be able to support myself fully from music.”   26:27 “The lyrics have always been very important to me, just because I feel like I have something to say, I feel like I want to express myself or express a feeling through my songs.”   27:28 “I want my music to be able to tell a story that people can relate to and it can translate into some sort of emotion when people listen to it.”   50:45 “Know what you want from the industry, number one. Number two, know who you are, and stay true to that. Because I feel like that's when the best music comes out – when you have the certainty of who you are, you're able to write from a place of truth and in a place where the music means something, it can then stand on its own.”   Timestamps:   01:06 Introducing emaé 02:54 The places that emaé has lived and where she is originally from. 03:47 How’s the place that she lived in during her childhood? 05:44 How did emaé get connected with music growing up? 07:27 Why did emaé hate piano lessons as a kid? 08:52 Listen to “Away from Here” by emaé 12:33 A little story and the meaning of the song “Away from Here”  16:09 emaé as a Pharmacist.   18:56 How is emaé balancing her pharmacy career and her passion for music? 21:59 emaé’s gypsy soul. 24:08 The influences of emaé’s music and writing. 27:55 Listen to “Over” by emaé 31:45 How the song “Over” was emaé's personal experience. 32:59 What are her takeaways of living in Scotland and the impact of it in her music? 35:57 How are they managing COVID situations in London? 40:12 emaé’s take on working with other artists. 43:25 What does emaé like to do for fun when she’s not writing and creating? 46:51 emae’s aspirations and what she is looking forward to in 2022? 48:39 Words of wisdom from emaé for the audience, especially those who are up and coming artists.  52:30 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   Hey, have you checked out our dHarmic Rising Stars Spotify playlist yet? We have four 30 song playlists that you can listen to, and if you have been a guest on this show, your music may be listed on here!  Listen to the amazing songs from over a hundred Indie artist alumni of the dHarmic Evolution show. Don’t forget to share this to your friends and family as well, and together let’s support their music!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8           dHarmic Evolution links:   Hey, we can bring this show to you with every new release at 4:44am EST! Just check out the website at dharmicevolution.com and see the available platforms that we have. Simply sign up on your favorite podcast platforms and you’ll be updated once a new episode comes out!   Also, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please send them to dharmicevolution.com. The book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom” will be of great help to them. You can easily find it on the main page of the website.   To stay up to date on all that is happening with the dHarmic evolution, you can visit our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out the Facebook community and let the world support you! Check out this link: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions: Oleta Adams Tears for Fears Bon Iver Israel Houghton Kirk Franklin Stevie Wonder Motown Billy Joel Miles Davis   Connect with emaé Website: https://emaemusic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emaeMUSIC/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emaemusic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emaemusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/emaemusic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/emaemusic Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2WF5QJwKR8K8zYAphlThiM Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/ema%C3%A9/885209505 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/127828512 bandcamp: https://emaemusic.bandcamp.com/ SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/emaemusic

We’ve got a really special guest today. She is an author and a public speaker. She is also a wife, and a mother of seven. Are you ready for a story of tragedy, turned into triumph? Strap up your seatbelts, we are going to St. Louis, Missouri to visit Colleen Murphy today for a very inspiring conversation!   In 2013, tragedy struck Colleen’s family when her second oldest daughter Lauren, was hit by a car and suffered severe brain damage. Colleen's main focus became helping piece Lauren back together again. With the help of specialists from all over the country, her family, her friends, as well as her strong faith.    Today, Colleen and Lauren speak together as a team inspiring thousands of people by sharing the details of Lauren's tragic accident, never-give-up attitude, and her miraculous recovery. Colleen lives with her husband Dave, and she spends her free time fielding countless phone calls from her children as they deal with the challenges of adulting, and assisting her husband via FaceTime as he struggles to find things at the grocery store.   Colleen Murphy is a writer and her recent work, “Murphys Don’t Quit: 5 Keys to Unlocking Hope When Life Seems Hopeless” was released last October 5th. It talks about the raw story of the accident and a story of hope and resilience as one family rallies together during a tragedy. Today, we are blessed to hear their family’s story and how they were able to overcome everything together, and also the 5 keys to unlocking hope that they talk about in the book.   It’s going to be an exciting and inspirational ride today as we visit Missouri with Colleen Murphy here in this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   More about Colleen Murphy Don’t forget to support Colleen’s book and check out their website and social media pages to see what’s new and what they are up to. All links are provided below! Quotes: 07:57 “ They also have a life to live, and I don't want everything just to be around trauma, right? It's important for us to make sure that they have the most normal life that they could even if things were different. I didn't want them to have to give up their sports teams or all their extracurricular activities. So that was like a big, big goal of my husband and mine early on. To make sure life continued as close to normal as possible for the rest of the kids. “   13:12 “So there's always a positive. Something we learned early on, look for the positive. That was their positive attitude.”   18:37 “ Writing has always kind of been my therapy. I am not a private person. I mean, my husband always says he could never run for office, because I’ll be blah-blah-blah, but it's always kind of been my therapy. But my twist on it in my writing style is – and it's a gift I got from my late father – I find humor in everything. Even when we're in the thick of things with the kids. I had a blog that I started back in 2008, and at the end of the day, especially when I had a really stressful day, I would sit at the computer and say, “Okay, what was funny about today?”   33:59 “One of the professors that she works with told me something early on, that was like, the best advice she could give me when we were working on the commencement address. She said, “If it's perfect, it's not inspirational.” I'm like, “You know, you're right.” It is the imperfection that makes this such a wonderful story. I mean, here's a girl that was never supposed to be able to speak or understand words, and she's speaking in front of 3000 people. So I have to always remember that, I can't expect her to not have deficits. “   42:04 “Number one, never give up. No matter what people tell you, never give up, just have faith and I get it that, “our story”, it doesn't always turn out that way, but there's always hope. You just don't know, just put one foot in front of the other, every day is better. You're gonna have some really, really tough days, but hang in there, the next day will be better.”   Timestamps:   01:16 Introducing Colleen Murphy 03:58 What are the five keys to unlocking hope? 05:53 The age spread in ages amongst Colleen’s seven children and how they reacted to their situation. 08:25 Colleen talks about Lauren’s life before the accident. 09:29 Colleen shares how they started having Lauren professionally taken care of. 11:15 How did the Murphy’s handle all the siblings getting in to see her and coming in and helping? 13:16 Colleen tells about her experience in handling the stress and seeing through what happened. 15:30 How did the accident happen? 16:38 What point did they see the light that they are able to connect back with Lauren?  18:18 When did the book idea first occur with Colleen? 20:36 How did Colleen feel about her grief that shadowed her creative abilities? 23:33 Colleen’s shares her take on using pen and paper and a computer. 25:22 Any aspirations for Colleen to write another book? 26:46 How did the speaking get into Colleen’s repertoire, is that something Lauren was doing? 29:32 How does Colleen feel when she’s speaking alongside Lauren? 31:15 Colleen takes us through a gig and the whole experience of them speaking. 34:46 How do Colleen and Lauren manage both of their schedules on doing speeches. 37:38 How did they get professional athletes and Taylor Swift involved to help and support? 39:46 The feeling of having a wonderful community and support system. 41:30 Colleen’s words of wisdom especially to those who are experiencing tragedies. 43:28 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   We are already on our 4th playlist, and we’ve got over 100 artists who are alumni of dHarmic Evolution. Have you checked them out yet? Visit these links, and let me know what you think of it in the comments when you visit the website as well! Don’t forget to also share them with your family and friends and let’s support these amazing talents.   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   dHarmic Evolution links:   Have you signed in to your favorite platform yet? Check out dharmicevolution.com and see the available platforms that we have.  Don’t forget to also leave comments and let us know what you think!   Hey, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please send them to dharmicevolution.com. The book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom” will be of great help to them. You can easily find it on the main page of the website.   Keep up-to-date with what’s going on with dHarmic evolution, check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution Also, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out the Facebook community and let the world support you! Check out this link: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions: Taylor Swift Lance Bass Rick Springfield Connect with Colleen Murphy Website: https://murphysdontquit.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/murphysdontquit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaurenMurphyRecoveryFund/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/colleenbfmurphy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/murphysdontquit/

Spotlight Series No. 4: Sarah Christine, The Iveys, Vicu, & Erin Coburn Welcome to another Spotlight Series on the dHarmic Evolution Podcast. Here we will take four outstanding artists who have been on the show already. We have lifted some small segments from their previous interviews, featured one song from each artist, and spotlighted each artist with a bit of dialogue from the interview. We’re in for such  a treat with our four artists today: Sarah Christine The Iveys Vicu Erin Coburn Make sure to check out the links below to see their full interviews and see where you can find them on different platforms. Strap up your seatbelts as we go around the USA and revisit these amazing artists here on the dHarmic Evolution! Interview with Sarah Christine We’ll get started with Sarah Christine, an artist from Colorado. Her music is very, very eclectic. She has a kind of EDM slash every good sound that you have heard wrapped together in her music.  It was always a pleasure hanging out with Sarah Christine as she brings in full energy and creativity with her, so don’t forget to check out her full interview! In this segment, Sarah talks about her move to Colorado and a funny story of how she wrote one of her favorite songs called “Summer Nights.” Listen to the song “For You” by Sarah Christine, featured today in the show. Check out Sarah Christine’s full interview here: https://dharmicevolution.com/sarah-christine-shows-us-how-we-are-all-in-it-together/ Interview with The Ivey's Next up, we’re going to Texas with the band The Ivey's. This is a wonderful and amazing very tightly knit family band. They all have their individual skill sets and talents. I enjoyed their music, their production, and the sound of their voices together.  It was cool hanging out with The Ivey's, and they all showed up for the interview, sharing earbuds together so don’t forget to check out the full interview below! In this snippet, we’ll get to hear The Ivey's talking about the time that Jessica personally felt the epiphany of hearing their sound and combination together and thinking “Hey, we are the Ivey's.” Also, we get to know their instrumentation in the band with Galen, Jenna, Jessica, Arlen and Hugo, and what their parents think about them. Listen to the song “Colors of Honey” by The Ivey's, featured today in the show. Checkout the full interview with the Ivey’s right here! https://dharmicevolution.com/the-iveys-family-and-music-born-to-be-creative/   Interview with Vicu Coming up next is a talented young man from Maryland, by the name of Vicu. He is originally from Romania, and had stories of heartbreak and some loss, but he never let this get him down and put himself through audio school. He's a completely self-taught guitarist and music producer. He has skills that are way beyond the usual mere mortals. There’s a lot to learn from his interview so don’t forget to check out the full one! In this segment, Vicu talked about gear (one of my favorite topics!), writing, titles, production, and just about  everything under the sun. Listen to the song “Back to the Future Love” by Vicu, featured today in the show. Check out Vicu’s full interview here:  https://dharmicevolution.com/Vicu-a-special-talent-taking-us-all-back-to-the-future-love/ Interview with Erin Coburn Lastly, we’ve got the hardest working young lady that I know. Erin Coburn is always working it. She is always performing, singing, writing, playing, and doing her beautiful thing with that guitar. I’ve had a fabulous time chatting with Erin Coburn, we talked about all kinds of ideas music, and she shared with us how she had been challenged to guitar solo using only three notes! So don’t forget to check out the full episode! In this episode, Erin shares her influences in music and her personality on and off the stage. Listen to the song “Out from Under” by Erin Coburn, featured in today's show. Check out Erin Coburn’s full interview here:  https://dharmicevolution.com/erin-coburn-blues-ambition-and-a-burning-passion-for-guitar/ Timestamps: 02:20 Introducing the artists for Spotlight Series No.4 03:33 Sarah Christine’s spotlight 04:12 Sarah’s interview snippet from Episode 291 08:44 Listen to “For you” by Sarah Christine 15:00 The Ivey's spotlight 16:15 The Ivey's interview snippet from Episode 288 22:44 Listen to “Colors of Honey” by The Iveys 28:14 Vicu’s spotlight 29:26 Vicu’s interview snippet from Episode 296 33:32 Listen to “Back to the Future Love” by Vicu 36:36 Erin Coburn’s spotlight 37:45 Erin Coburn’s interview snippet from Episode 295 42:11 Listen to “Out from Under” by Erin Coburn 49:50 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:  Just like our four featured artists in this Spotlight Series, we have other amazing alumni artists who have been on the show, and you can check out their music on the following Spotify playlists. Don’t forget to share them with your friends, and maybe share your top songs with me through the comments!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Rising Stars: Scorpius   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5oQ4Sc4LAJSexsDgDcixt8   Connect with Sarah Christine Website: http://www.sarahchristinempls.com/ Instagram: http://www.sarahchristinempls.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahchristinemplsmusic Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4hP91FEVqwGpopor9xWlFp Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sarah-christine/1269690622 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/4097841   Connect with The Ivey's Website: www.theiveysmusic.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iveysmusic/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theiveys/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDQv2iL6DYLU06B-gNr9Ypg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DfWZliaM2iPkHWyyeNz0j Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ph/artist/the-iveys/304576306   Connect with Vicu Website: http://www.vicumusic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vicuofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicuofficial/ Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/vicuschek Twitter: https://twitter.com/vicuofficial Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3n14MuW6YIPjO7TrCUqhsk Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/Vicu/1436985042   Connect with Erin Coburn Website: https://www.erincoburn.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinCoburnMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erincoburnmusic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ShenanigansOnTheHill Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5o0doXIq7OsAEOlFwcwwDJ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/erin-coburn/1037494882   Selected Links and Mentions Amos Lee John Mayer B.B. King Pinetop Perkins Gary Clark Jr. Janis Joplin Michael Jackson

It was a real pleasure to do the interview with an awesome guest today on this episode of dHarmic Evolution. We have this gentleman who is a soldier, a troubadour, a singer and a songwriter. He is many things! But most importantly, he is a man who walks with God. Strap up your seatbelts, we’re going to hang out today with Scott Edward Jones from Erie, Pennsylvania!   Scott graduated from Pine Crest Bible College in 1991, and has served in many capacities at Erie First assembly of God since 1996. Scott’s ministry was born to a faith walk in the Lord Jesus Christ through hardship and happy times. His songs are well crafted, catchy and easy to sing along with. God has been preparing him for this season of ministry since he sang his first “song unto the Lord,” back in 1969. All his songs are rooted in the scripture and are doctrinally sound in the evangelical traditions.    There is a lot of wisdom engrained in Scott. We had a very spirited and valuable conversation and I hope we will take to heart all the lessons and the suggestions that he has been so profound in sharing with us today. Get to know more about this man, hear his songs, his stories, his adventures, all the things that he has been through in his life and be inspired by this amazing man of God, Scott Edward Jones!   More about Scott Edward Jones Visit Scott’s website, named “Funky Sunday Party” and don’t forget to check him out on his social media pages and music platforms and support his works. See all the available links below! Quotes: 11:26 “Things didn't get better, but I was in the right place with the Lord, and that's where I needed to be. Sometimes you have to be torn down to be built back up properly, that's what he did for me on that deployment.” 20:57 “There's other people out there that have felt unworthy of love. They don't feel that they're good enough, or they've made too many mistakes, or they've just got their own records of their past. I'm here to tell them, you're worthy of love too.” 21:39 “There’s an interesting quote, brother James, that said, “God told me to forgive my enemies. So I forgave myself.”” 27:35 “Honestly, my ultimate goal is, I'm singing my songs to an audience of one. My songs are really just, you're getting a little peek into my prayer life. I'm sharing intimate thoughts with my Savior, with God. They’re songs of praise, most of them, all of them really, some more than others. But it's an audience of one. Really, my overall goal is that when I stand before God, on my judgement day, he says “Well done, good and faithful servant.” and turn for your rest and turn to the kingdom. So that's where I'm at.”   42:52 “ So to me, it’s if I'm speaking the truth, if that makes you not like me, that's the price I have to pay.”   46:22 “We only know in part, we only see in part. If you'll watch that video, I'm carrying a crown. That's my purpose. So I know my purpose, I know why I'm here now. I know my lane, and I'm walking in the confidence of that.”   48:18 “If you feel that God's called you to do something, do more than make a decision, take an action.”   Timestamps:   01:34 Introducing Scott Edward Jones 03:24 Scott tells how he first got acclimated and got into the service. 07:58 How was  Scott’s experience when he first got to Afghanistan? 09:40 Scott shared how he met God in his deployment and how it changed his life. 11:41 How his encounter with God gave him a sense of inner calm to deal with his circumstance better 14:10 The reason why there were issues with his unit and how he stood up for justice. 16:34 Listen to “Worthy of Love” by Scott Edward Jones. 19:25 The story behind “Worthy of Love” 22:32 What is a good safe place for Scott to do his dialect therapy and share what’s going on?   25:35 The approach in music and the process of creating songs for Scott Edward Jones. 29:29 Does Scott pile his work and come back to it, or just makes it all done until he finishes it? 31:27 Listen to “Signs of Apocalypse” by Scott Edward Jones. 35:38 Scott shares his thoughts watching all the “Signs of Apocalypse” unfold on a day to day basis? 40:17 As a Christian, who's a writer, singer-songwriter, when Scott looks out and sees all the craziness going on, does it affect him? 47:07 Scott’s words of wisdom, prayer, and blessing to the audience. 51:28 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   Hey, have you checked out the Spotify playlist yet? As of this time, we already got three dHarmic Rising Stars playlists that you can listen to and we’re working on the fourth one. Get to hear the amazing songs from the alumni of the dHarmic Evolution show. Don’t forget to share this to your friends and family as well, and let me know what you think of them by commenting on the website!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Evolution links:   Do you want to get the show every single week at 4:44am? Sign up on your favorite podcast platforms. Check out dharmicevolution.com and see the available platforms that we have.  To name a few, we are on Overcast, Apple podcast, JioSaavn and Gaana. If you also want to be part of the show, just message me through my social media pages or through the website as well.   Also, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please send them to dharmicevolution.com. The book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom” will be of great help to them. You can easily find it on the main page of the website.   To stay up to date on all that is happening with the dHarmic evolution, you can visit our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution and, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out the Facebook community and let the world support you! Check out this link: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special Links and Mentions: Dr. Eugene Foley Mr. Magoo Whoopi Goldberg   Connect with Scott Edward Jones Website: http://www.funkysundayparty.com/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/scottjones1234 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FunkySundayParty/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8M4LrvmCRB9g8hO5LcRvXQ ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/ScottEdwardJonesAkaFunkysundayparty SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/scott-edward-jones

We’re going to hang out with an awesome young lady today who is soon to be another dHarmic rising star alumni. She is a worship leader at Ethos Church and she is also writing, producing and releasing her own music, plus completing her degree in commercial music. Strap up your seatbelts because we’re going to take a ride today to the Music City in Nashville Tennessee, with Natalie Layne! Natalie learned to lead worship and write her own songs from several worship pastors, including Cory Asbury, Jon Egan, and Jared Anderson. By the time she was 14, she was leading teams of musicians at the New Life church, serving in their children and youth ministries. In high school and college, she traveled to other churches across America leading worship and sharing her original songs. Natalie describes her sound as “CCM, always with a hint of R&B.” Her EP, “Where Soul Meets the Sound'' combines several musical genres to create a unique musical style. After releasing singles, “Burn Every Ship,” “Gracious,” and “You”, she began creating a full album, “Be Human'' that was released on the 3rd of July 2020. Get to know more about this young lady, hear her stories, her creative process and even her future plans. Also, we'll get to listen to some of her awesome music here in this episode of the dHarmic Evolution with Natalie Layne! More about Natalie Layne Natalie is active on her Instagram and TikTok. All the links to her social media and music platforms are available below. Check out her pages and support her work and music. Quotes: 8:48 I love it all, I do. That's how I knew I wanted to be an artist. I was like, “I love every part of this process, so maybe I should do this forever.“ 15:31 “Steady'' was actually a song that we wrote over Zoom during the first week of COVID stuff happening, just when we were needing something steady. I think everybody was feeling that way. So, we wanted to capture that in the recording and the mixing in the master of like, “there's something we're needing here and we're needing an energy behind it to express that.” 20:27 I think actually, it can be kind of dangerous if we're like, “the process has to be like this.” Because, it just limits so much of the creativity and, so much of the fun, and child likeness and discovery of it being whatever it's gonna be for that song.  45:53 I think stuff like that to people are like, “I need an hour or two hours to do that, and I don't have that much time.” That's not true. Well, you can do something in five minutes, that will totally change the rest of your day. 48:25 I always think about, if I could go back and talk to myself at the beginning of college, maybe that would be the time I would need somebody to just tell me to just chill out, because it's gonna be okay, it's gonna work out fine. It's gonna take some time, probably more years than you think, but if you stick it out, things will work out and you'll meet your people and find your way.  Timestamps:   01:25 Introducing Natalie Layne 04:08 Natalie tells about her childhood and where she came from originally 05:55 How was Natalie's experience in Belmont University? 08:24 Natalie’s favorite part of her creative process 10:55 Listen to “Steady” by Natalie Layne 13:32 Natalie shares what she felt when she first mixed and played back “Steady.” 16:36 Natalie takes us to the studio during the production of “Steady.”  20:45 Natalie talks about her family and her church experiences in leading worship. 24:21 Is Natalie focused on Christian music or does she also do secular songs? 25:40 The process of songwriting where it reveals the truth of the song later. 28:13 Listen to “Something Good” by Natalie Layne. 31:41 The story behind “Something Good” 34:18 Natalie shares how her process is when it comes to co-writing. 36:49 Natalie’s day-to-day habits and what her schedule looks like, and her most appreciated asset on how to get creative. 41:34 Natalie’s take on journaling and vision boards. 42:50 What gives Natalie joy during down time outside of music? 46:57 What are Natalie’s goals, aspirations and what is she looking forward to most in the future? 48:20 Natalie’s advice to the young singer, songwriters, and musicians who are struggling. 50:49 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   Check out the new format of our dHarmic rising stars Spotify playlists. We are also starting our fourth playlist. Are you there yet? Is your music on there? If it is not, you need to reach out to me if you’ve been on the show before. You can also put your comments on the website, and let me know what song you would like to have featured on one of our playlists.    dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Evolution links:   Thanks for tuning in, sharing and subscribing to the dHarmic Evolution. If you haven't done so yet, go over to dharmicevolution.com. On the website, you can sign up for your favorite platform and check out all the artists that are on there, their photos, their stories, their interviews, and their music. Share this to your family and friends as well!   Also, do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please send them to dharmicevolution.com. The book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom” will be of great help to them. You can easily find it on the main page of the website.   To stay up to date on all that is happening with the dHarmic evolution, you can visit our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/ Hey, if you are an artist, an author, or a keynote speaker, who is trying to find a safe place to post your content, you can check out the Facebook group and let the world support you! Head over to: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Special links and Mentions: Cory Asbury Jon Egan Jared Anderson Jay Speight (Natalie’s producer) Cooper Bascom Sara Bareilles John Mayer Earth, Wind & Fire Chicago   Connect with Natalie Layne Website: https://www.natalielaynemusic.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/natalielaynemusic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@natalielaynemusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/natalielaynemusic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3RWHRU8338vciU-gNp2c1g YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCVjJKFHzU8vY3J9Zt8mebvg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6N1l2HIYtw3RhoJ2wzLYaB Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/natalie-layne/1270183577 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/58750232

We’ve got a great show coming up today, as we have a very special young man. He’s a singer, songwriter, sound engineer, and many more. He's been on the show before, and he is the engine of the band, Radio Drive. Get ready for a ride today as we go to Minnesota with Kevin Gullickson! Radio Drive is an Alternative Pop Rock band, and as the engine of the band, Kevin has won international awards and nominations for his music and music videos. Their music has been aired on the radio around the world alongside major artists, top indie charts, and has received rave reviews. They have also been featured on websites and radio shows around the world. Their music has been used on shows airing on NBC networks, Animal Planet, National Geographic, Comedy Central, Fox channels, History Channel, Spike TV, and Discovery Channel in the US and around the world. Today, we’ll get to hear some of his great tracks featured on the show, and see what he likes doing, and really get to know more about him and how he does his work. A warm dHarmic welcome back to Kevin Gullickson of Radio Drive! More about Kevin Gullickson/Radio Drive Check out Kevin’s past episode here, https://dharmicevolution.com/de138 to know more about him and his previous works. Also, Kevin is on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and he has a website that you can visit too. Don’t forget to check them out so you can be updated about him and his great music. All links are provided below! Quotes: 09:04 “As an artist, whatever you're creating, your influences show up in one-way shape or form.” 19:47 “A simple love song but I kind of went beyond just the initial feelings of love. When you first fall in love and the stars and everything in your hearts. I really feel that love is a commitment. There may be days where you don't feel like loving your spouse or your kids but you're committed to them so you love them all the same. That feeling is going to pass, you'll makeup and everything will be fine but it's about that “You can always depend on me, I'm going to be your castle on the rock, immovable, unshakable. I'm here for you, I love you, and I always will.” 42:34 “I'm thankful we have a nice big backyard that goes about 100 yards deep and there's a pond and you know, a nice wooded area, we have a fire pit in the back. Nothing better than to just spend an evening by the fire, family and friends, and just chilling. My wife and I love to just relax and watch movies or documentaries and stuff on Netflix or Amazon just to kind of wind down. Of course, I love being with my family. We love to travel, haven't traveled for a good long time, but we love to travel and just discover new things and stuff. So we're pretty low-key.” 50:58 ”I think what comes to mind is just be yourself. Be authentic. I don't think we need any more copycats. I think that the artists that get the most respect over time are those that are the most original... I think the music industry is really hungry for more artists and bands like that. So I would really encourage you to be that person to make that bold step and put out something like that.” Timestamps:  00:44     Introducing Radio Drive’s Kevin Gullickson 02:25     The new release of Radio Drive’s album 03:17     A backstory of how James got connected to Stuart Epps through Kevin.    07:33     What was his impetus on the new album? 10:41     Kevin shares about Minnesota and the city he is near. 13:15     Listen to “It’s  Who I Am” by Radio Drive 19:07     What is “It’s Who I Am” about? 20:35     How was “It’s Who I Am” built and played out? 23:58     Kevin about using AirGigs. 25:14     How does Kevin put all the tracks together? 26:54     The tools that Kevin uses and likes working in. 29:58     Kevin shares about his awards and how they started out. 32:08     The level of work that Kevin has to put in to keep things going 33:54     Listen to “Let My Love Be The Proof” by Radio Drive 39:05     The bright spots and challenges of doing promotional avenues that he does. 42:15     What does Kevin like to do to chill out? 43:19     Kevin’s favorite place for gigs. 44:39     Artists, genre, and the types of music that Kevin likes to listen to. 47:39     What are Kevin's aspirations and what is he looking forward towards in 2022? 49:43     The best place to connect with Kevin Gullickson. 50:25     Kevin’s shoutout and last words of wisdom especially to the youngsters and upcoming musicians 52:55     Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist:  Check out our three Spotify playlists and be amazed by the great artists that we’ve already had as guests for dHarmic Evolution. Don’t forget to share them with your friends, and maybe share your top songs with me through the comments! Let’s support our friends and alumni of the show. dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS  dHarmic Evolution links: Hey, have you signed up yet? Go over to the website dharmicevolution.com. Check out the new look, and sign up for your favorite podcasts platform. That way, we'll just come to your phone every Friday morning at 4:44 AM Isn't that cool? Also, as you go to the website, you can check the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom”. It is also accessible through dharmicevolution.com. Do you know someone, or are you suffering from anxiety and depression, go ahead and check out the book so we could be of help. Check out the Facebook Page as well so you are up to date with everything that we are doing. Visit the link here: dHarmic Evolution Don’t forget to also join our Facebook community, where we support each other's work. Looking for a safe place to post your content to, and show the world what you got? Visit this link: dHarmic Evolution Community. Special links and Mentions:  Paul McCartney Stuart Epps Gus Dudgeon Elton John Oasis Bill Wyman Led Zeppelin Foo Fighters Brendan Dekora Matteo Andrigo (Drummer) The Beatles Connect with Kevin Gullickson/Radio Drive Website:                             http://www.radiodrive.net/ Instagram:                         https://www.instagram.com/radio_drive/                          https://www.instagram.com/12storyrecords Facebook:                          https://www.facebook.com/RadioDrive/ Twitter:                                              https://twitter.com/radiodrivemusic YouTube:                           https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOymcsIq8bBqLExKJuNkwwQ YouTube Music:                              https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCduR3HKXetcLLMra6B83HPg Spotify:                              https://open.spotify.com/artist/5JZELlsigjpKLVji8J1n3e Apple Music:                    https://music.apple.com/us/artist/radio-drive/313677115 Deezer:                               https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/389676 ReverbNation:                  https://www.reverbnation.com/radiodrive

Since we only have special people here in the dHarmic Evolution, we got a really special young lady to join us today.  Strap up your seatbelts, because we’re taking a ride today from the Music City all the way to Georgia. Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve got Beth Crowley! Beth first gained recognition on YouTube back in 2011. She was inspired by a comedic group called Axis of Awesome and she posted a medley of popular songs titled, “Greatest Song Ever Written.” The song was quickly picked up by Reddit, BuzzFeed, and Tumblr, and now this video has over a million views on YouTube. From 2014, Beth already has released one full-length album, two EPs, and numerous singles. Her book-inspired music includes songs based on the Dark Artifices series, The Divergent series, the Lunar Chronicles, Harry Potter, the Hunger Games, The Fault in Our Stars, the Shatter Me series, and many more. She's also written several commissioned custom songs for books and book series. Coming from Nashville and now back in Georgia, Beth continues to write and release new music. She's also started writing her first young adult novel. It was a real pleasure learning about Beth Crowley, her music, and all the things that she’s doing in her book. There’s a lot more to see of her in the future. But for now, let’s get to know more about her here on the dHarmic Evolution! More about Beth Crowley Beth Crowley wants to thank her listeners for continuing to support her dream of writing meaningful music, and if you haven’t listened to her yet, check out all her links below. She is most active on Instagram as it is more interactive, but you can look at all the social media platforms provided below! Quotes: 04:20 “I think a lot of people had that moment this past year of being like, “Why am I away from things that are important to me if I don't have to be?” 13:00 “I love lyrics and I love language and I just had the imagery for this song of where storms are, like very impactful and sometimes terrible but I was fascinated by the idea that there are people that actually seek them out like they get some kind of reward out of going into the storms rather than going away from them.” 19:11 “My ideal situation is to be able to traditionally publish this book and have the soundtrack that goes with it and be able to tour and actually play. Like, have a book tour and play music at the same time. I think that would be such a cool format for touring.” 23:27 “I hope that I'm in a position someday where I would be able to have a series of shows and not have to worry about nobody showing up for them. Because I've definitely been there where I had a show that just nobody came to and that's very humbling.” 37:45 “It really is an interesting combination of being so satisfied with the music but also, all of the memories and associations that come with the experience and so I'm just really grateful that I think that's probably something that not everyone is lucky enough to have, that they not only have an album that they really believe in but they had a great experience doing it, and so just everything about it was more than I could have hoped for.” 47:54 “I would say the biggest thing is don't go for that instantaneous viral moment. Build a foundation, which takes time. If you're building a house, you build a foundation, and you do it slowly and carefully, so you can have the rest of the house be supported by that. It doesn't have to happen quickly. If you stick with it, and you work hard, it's not like a guarantee that stuff will happen for you, but it certainly increases your chances. But you have to make things happen for yourself. You can't sit back and wait for them to happen.” Timestamps:  01:06     Introducing Beth Crowley 02:32     How was Beth’s move from Nashville to Georgia? 07:04     Listen to “Storm Chaser” by Beth Crowley 10:59     What is the metaphor and what is Storm Chaser about? 13:41     How was her experience filming a video of the writing process for Storm Chaser? 15:12     How was Beth’s process of creating a song? 17:17     What are Beth’s tricks on hanging onto the ideas and getting something 18:24     Aside from being a songwriter, Beth is also writing books and is writing her first novel. 20:12     Is Beth performing or has any plans on taking her music to Georgia? 21:54     The advantages of using online platforms to reach out to a larger audience 23:47     Beth shares about live streaming on YouTube, Facebook, and other platforms. 28:09     What is “YOU’RE EXHAUSTING” about? 29:25     Listen to “YOU’RE EXHAUSTING” by Beth Crowley 32:30     Beth shares the production of her songs and how she met her producer, 35:46     How was Beth’s first album project back in 2014? 40:25     What does Beth do for downtime or chilling out? 43:26     What is Beth’s main instrument? 44:10     What are Beth’s goals in the future? 46:15     What is the best place for people to connect with Beth Crowley? 47:31     What does Beth want to say to the audience, especially the young upcoming musicians? 49:34     Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist:  Check out our three dHarmic Rising Stars playlists and listen to great artists who have been a guest on the show. If you have been a guest, you can see hear music here. Send the links to your family and friends as well! dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS  dHarmic Evolution links:  Head over to dharmicevolution.com and subscribe to your favorite platform. Let me know what you think too, by simply leaving a comment! “7 Steps to Mental Freedom” This book is accessible through the website and it is a great help for people suffering from anxiety and depression. Do you know someone? Have them go to  dharmicevolution.com so they can read this. Check out the Facebook Page as well so you are up to date with everything that we are doing. Visit the link here: dHarmic Evolution Saying hello to friends who are artists, singers, songwriters, keynote speakers, or any creatives! Feel free to join our group where you can share your content and let the world know what you do and support you. Go to: dHarmic Evolution Community.  Hey, if you’re around New Jersey, “Dr. Scientist” from Austin Texas has shown in the area. October 29 - Tavern Off The Green in Morristown, New Jersey October 30 - Johnnies Tavern in Boonton, New Jersey At 9 PM for both evenings, I will be opening the show with my son Trevor, for this event. I hope to see you there! Special links and Mentions: Dolly Parton Tony Robbins Daniel Dennis of Prime Cut Studio Michelle Branch Music Row Connect with Beth Crowley Website:              https://www.bethcrowley.com/ Instagram:          https://www.instagram.com/bethjcrowley/ Facebook:           https://www.facebook.com/bethcrowleymusic Twitter:                               https://twitter.com/bethjcrowley YouTube:            https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKiamQNDwgPEj38TvPlsTBQ YouTube Music:               https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCI0yTzfuZj1DBxaqIa21Z8Q Spotify:               https://open.spotify.com/artist/70Mtv8bWyfIXjxORsNnqq6 Apple Music:     https://music.apple.com/us/artist/beth-crowley/491629667 Deezer:                https://www.deezer.com/us/artist/5361961

Are you ready for a ride to New York? We’re going to visit an awesome man today. He's a singer, songwriter, musician, and also worship leader at Gracepoint Gospel Fellowship. James Koan III joins us on this episode of dHarmic Evolution! James’ songwriting incorporates lyrical poetry as I do. It is combined with rock, pop, punk, melodies, folk, influenced sonic soundscapes, with an indie-rock edge pulling influences from artists, such as Switchfoot, Relient K, The Beatles, Colony House, and the Beach Boys. These awesome sounds are right on the show today! We will be listening to his first single “Neanderthals” that has a punchy pop-punk cut, followed by “You Are There,” an acoustic rock ballad inspired by the Psalms. Get to know more about this young man, listen to his great music, and see his aspirations in the future. Let’s give a warm dHarmic Evolution welcome for James Koan III! More about James Koan III While James is still working on his website, make sure to follow and support him on Instagram and Facebook to get updates on what he is currently doing. You can out-check all the links provided below! Quotes: 03:31 “I'm honored to think that it's at a high standard. Sometimes I wish it could be even better than that, but I’m always trying to challenge myself.” 20:46 “...when I had the opportunity to play music, I just realized this is what I'm supposed to do. This is what God has given me as a gift, and he's calling me to use it for His glory.” 40:29 “Maybe it's almost eight years ago now officially, but when I was writing this, it was just a means of a reminder. I think I was looking to find the answers and the situation where I was just a little sad and confused and I looked and I found it. Well, of course I mean, everyone knows Psalm 23. But looking into Psalm 139 where it says you've searched me, Lord, you know me, you know when I sit, when I rise and you understand everything about me, and if I ascend into the highest heavens, you're there, for making my bed in the depths of Sheol, you're there. That whole idea I just thought, “I want to put this in the song.” 50:37 “For me, I would love to share the songs on the road and network with other artists that have made it big. If I could get myself to the top, I mean, I will. But all in God's timing and if it's in his will. The thing I have to understand is that I can't rush the process, you have to enjoy the experience.” 52:44 “I guess for other worship leaders that are out there listening to this, who may be looking for a place in between where you want to honor God with your music, but you don't know if that's just in the church. Know that the church is a place that God has put you for a time, and he will put you there, but there is also a world that we have yet to reach. I would say, don't be afraid to take risks, don't be afraid to try something new and different, and be willing to be told you're wrong.” 55:57 “I think I love that you're encouraging other people and innovating or working with other innovators and helping others have a platform to share what God has put on their heart.” Timestamps:   01:54 Introducing James Koan III 03:50 James shares about Arizona. 05:44 James talks about why he moved out to New York. 08:19 A little backstory on what ”Neanderthals” is about. 11:15 Listen to “Neanderthals” by James Koan III 16:10 James brings us to the studio while putting together” Neanderthals” 18:44 James Koan III as a worship leader 23:44 James shares his responsibilities and highlights of being a worship leader 28:17 The tremendous amount of work that is included in every week’s worship services 34:20 Listen to “You Are There” by James Koan III 37:20 The production and the instruments included in “You are there” 39:58 The story and the references of the song “You Are There” 45:18 What does James like to do when he is not creating, writing, or putting together worship? 48:18 What are James' aspirations and what is he looking forward to in the future? 52:07 James’ shoutout and a wish of prayer as a closing for the audience 56:32 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist: Have you guys tuned in yet to the dHarmic Rising Stars Spotify playlists? There are three different lists that we have put up already, named Aquila, Orion, and Lyra. This is a collection of great songs from amazing artists who have been on the show. If you have been a guest already and you did not see your music on the list, just send me a message and I will get right into it. Also, don’t forget to share it with your friends and family as well! dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS dHarmic Evolution links: Check out dharmicevolution.com and get the latest update on new podcasts and blogs that we have. While you’re there, don’t forget to also subscribe on your favorite platform to get the latest episode coming to you. You can also let us know what you think by leaving a comment or a review in Apple Podcasts. We’d love to hear from you! Also, the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom’ is accessible through dharmicevolution.com  as well. If you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression, please send them to the website and have them check out the book. It would be a great help to them. Check out the Facebook Page as well so you are up to date with everything that we are doing. Visit the link here: dHarmic Evolution Additional good news to our friends who are artists, singers, songwriters, keynote speakers, or any creatives! We have a group where you can share your content and let the world know what you do and support you. It’s important to have a community that continuously supports and empowers you in what you do and this is a great and safe place to do so. Visit this link: dHarmic Evolution Community. Special links and Mentions: Switchfoot Relient K The Beatles Colony House The Beach Boys Peter Jackson The Who Pete Townshend Kings Kaleidoscope Hans Zimmer Connect with James Koan III GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/james-koan-iii-debut-fulllength-album-project Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jkoan3 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jameskoaniiimusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/jkoan3 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfFmFWn4uwXfDxJJSwhdycA YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCQsuHDj6aWyJ2m_0mgG933Q Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0cvyixkznLRUoCKlpiTjHa Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/james-koan-iii/1557086798 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/james-koan-iii Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/us/artist/92535932  

We’ve got another killer singer-songwriter to welcome to the dHarmic Evolution. Hailing from Wexford, Pennsylvania, she's an independent R&B soul-pop artist, who has an absolutely stunning career going on in the music industry. Strap up your seatbelts as we go to Nashville to meet DANiiVORY. Dani always had music in her life. Her mom was a music teacher, a liturgical minister and encouraged her to pursue her passion for music. She went on to obtain a higher education at the esteemed and famous Berklee College of Music, graduated with a dual degree in contemporary writing and production and vocal performance. Dani has done it all! She's toured with Beyonce, small theaters, and big theaters. She is currently living in Nashville, Tennessee with her husband and daughter, where she continues to write and record music with influences that range from Janet Jackson to The Beatles. Dani has crafted a dreamy electronic pop sound that is all her own. Let’s listen together to this amazing singer-songwriter as we feature some of her great songs like “Blackout” and “Pink Lightning.” We’ll also get to know more about her, her experiences and also some future plans. Check out this episode of dHarmic Evolution with DANiiVORY! More about DANiiVORY Support DANiiVORY and her music. Follow her on Instagram and check on her website and Facebook page to see what her upcoming schedules are. All links are provided below! Quotes: 05:23 “..trying to balance having an infant child and still trying to pursue music and figure out okay, “Well, what sessions can I do? What can I not do? Is this gonna be worth my time?” That's what gets hard. So that's when it's like, if you have family close, definitely tap into that resource.” 17:44 “...I would lay down, like just a basic piano track and come up with ideas. Sometimes I'd be on the bus. I would come up with the lyrical idea, I'd record voice memos on my phone. Any songwriter probably has like millions of voicemail recordings” 25:12 “It was really more about the personal growth I was able to have as a performer and a young upcoming singer-songwriter, and seeing what it takes to be successful in that area of entertainment.” 36:47 “Don't stop, Keep it up. Keep going. Work on your craft. You just got to show up on the page and even if you don't feel like it, and it's a hard day, just push through it. You don't have to feel inspired every day but from there you can find the inspiration I feel like so it's just so important that you show up. Don't give up. Because just like anything else, an author they're not going to always come up with like their award-winning story every time they go to write something but you know they sit down every day and they show up at the page and they write, so it's in the monotony I guess on some of those days that you can find magic, I think.” Timestamps: 01:11 Introducing DANiiVORY 03:02 How is Dani’s musical life fitting around now that she is a mom of a wonderful daughter? 04:13 Dani shares her transition from LA to Nashville. 06:53 Listen to “Blackout” by DANiiVORY. 10:27 A little backstory on how Dani came up with “Blackout.” 12:47 Dani tells about her experiences in Thailand. 16:10 A peek inside the studio and production on how they arrived at the sound of “Blackout.” 18:16 Listen to “Pink Lightning” by DANiiVORY 21:57 How was Dani’s experience touring with Beyoncé 24:03 Dani shares her personal take on the tour with Beyoncé as an artist and a performer. 25:28 What are the favorite gigs that Dani likes to do? 27:38 Dani talks about her mom being a music teacher and a minister. 29:33 What is  Berklee College of Music like? 31:32 Did the school help out with organizing her schedules day-to-day? 33:53 How was your experience with CeeLo Green? 34:33 What is life looking like for DANiiVORY in the next coming months and the end of the year? 35:27 The best place to connect to DANiiVORY 36:28 Dani’s words of wisdom and message to the upcoming singer-songwriters. 38:22 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist: Have you seen and heard our third Spotify playlist yet? Check these 30 amazing artists and songs to listen to with our new playlist named Lyra. It’s a total of 90 songs together with the Aquila and Orion playlists. Let me know what your favorites are by posting it in your comments! Share it with your families and friends as well, and post it on your socials to continue supporting these great indie music artists from around the world! dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS dHarmic Evolution links: Don’t forget to stop by dharmicevolution.com! The new website makes it easier for you to check out the blog posts, photos, music, and interviews from our guests, and a lot of other goodies. Let me know what you think! Also, the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom’ is accessible through dharmicevolution.com  as well. If you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression, please send them to the website and have them check on the book. It would be a great help for them. Check out the Facebook Page as well so you can keep updated. Visit the link here: dHarmic Evolution AND…  If you are an artist, singer, songwriter, or keynote speaker, and would like to share your content, you can visit our Facebook Group. It is a great place to let the world know what you do and support you! Join the group here: dHarmic Evolution Community.   Special links and Mentions: Beyoncé The Beatles Janet Jackson Rhye Drake Gallant Sufjan Stevens Whitney Houston Dennis Montgomery III CeeLo Green Connect with DANiiVORY Website: http://www.daniivory.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniivory/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniivoryartist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/daniivory YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOnr6MeoTN1PGkoplxLtMpA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1pRttxFqgfmdrapNSTizGR Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/daniivory/820128754 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/daniivory

The Return of English Bob, as he “Retires from Retirement” We are in for a real treat today! My guest is one of my dearest friends. We thought he already “packed it in” since he has not been on in a few years, but today he is back with a roar. He is retiring from retirement and has now turned into a Tik Tok and Instagram star. Please welcome back my dear friend, English Bob! English Bob hails from the Northern part of Southeastern Lower Ipswich on West Waffle Street in the UK. He lives a generally quiet life, but also loves creating instructional training videos, sips tea, loves Fencing, Running, eradicating Bigfoot from his and other neighborhoods, and of course, he loves Mama Bob! He has helped me for years with special projects and I’m so excited to have him back here on the dHarmic Evolution Podcast! We’re going to hear his amazing and interesting stories especially about growing pumpkins and see what he has been up to and what he is currently doing. Let’s all strap up our seatbelts as we go to lower Ipswich today with English Bob! More about English Bob Check out what English Bob is up to. He is on Instagram and Tiktok, look for @englishbob5, and don’t forget to follow and support him. All the links are provided below. Also, if you need a little backstory on English’s life, take a look at the previous episodes that he has been in. You just simply need to search “English Bob” on the search bar of dharmicevolution.com. Quotes: 09:50 “Congratulations on your book, 7 Steps to Mental Freedom. This is one of the reasons why I decided to get back in the saddle and help you along your quest to help others who suffer from melancholiaminamia, anemia, anxiety, and depression?” -English Bob congratulating James for his book. 12:42 “As far as satisfying I’m as pleased as a pheasant at a grouse convention doing this kind of work.” -English Bob on growing pumpkins 19:27 “That my dear James, that's how I came to love, cherish, and farm my dear pumpkins, forevermore… After that experience, I knew I would be a pumpkin farmer most of the days of my life. And I have been pumpkin patching ever since.” -English Bob talks about his history of growing pumpkins Timestamps: 04:01 Introducing English Bob 05:00 Welcome English Bob 09:01 What has English Bob been up to? 10:43 What was English’s life like in the countryside and the farm when he was not retired? 12:25 How did English get into pumpkin growing and has it been satisfying for him? 12:50 The interesting history on how English started growing pumpkins. 17:02 How did English survive the attack as he continues on with his backstory in growing pumpkins. 20:53 English chooses this episode's outro song as a tribute to, retiring from his retirement. 21:56 Where can people find and connect with English Bob? On tik tok, and “Instant Gram” 23:07 Listen to “Tango On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist: This is some cool news that I need to share. We just released our third playlist on Spotify, named Lyra. That means we have a total of 90 amazing artists and songs to listen to. I shared my top five in each list and you can also let me know what yours are by posting it on your comments! Check out the links and share them with your family and friends, too!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx   dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ov0OqNMJmPhHrxZjsXthS   dHarmic Evolution links: Have you tried searching through dharmicevolution.com? The search bar on the top makes it easier for you to see your favorite artists that have been on the show. The player and the blog will show up so you can listen to them anytime. Also, while you’re there, don’t forget to sign up on your favorite platform. There are a lot of platforms to choose from but I’d like to give a shout out to our listeners in India, on the JioSaavn and Gaana platforms who have embraced the dHarmic Evolution. Thank you for the warm welcome!   If you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression, please send them to dharmicevolution.com and have them check on the book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It’s just a 30-minute read and I’m sure that it would be a great help to them. Check out the Facebook Page as well so you can keep updated. Visit the link here: dHarmic Evolution Also, if you’re looking for a safe place to post your content to, you can drop by at the dHarmic Evolution Community. It will be the perfect place to let people know what you do and let the world support you. Whether you are an artist, singer, songwriter, or keynote speaker, you are welcome here!   Special links and Mentions: Susan Muranty (DE136) Billy Corgan Smashing Pumpkins   Connect with English Bob Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/englishbob5/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@englishbob5

Let's head out to Lancaster Pennsylvania today, where soul and pop is not on everyone’s playlist. But, we’ve got a truly original artist who treats her lyrical composition and vocal delivery with the same respect as an artist taking their brush strokes to a fresh virgin canvas. This makes perfect sense as her influences include Corinne Bailey Rae, Tori Kelly, and Stevie Wonder. We’re never put in a genre-exclusive category, so why should her music be?  She is soulful, with a youthful overlay of pop but also intertwined with her love of folk music and alt-rock.  We’re going to hang out with none other than Kiana Corley! Kiana is a multi-instrumentalist. She started at the early age of 12. She alluded to the fact that, if you play different instruments, it gives you a different perspective on songs, songwriting, and production. In Kiana’s most recent album, the songs follow a storyline of a young romance, which started on shaky ground with two people pretending it was solid. She's extremely motivated by helping and inspiring others through her authentically original music. Her music video premiered on Celeb Secrets this year, and she also signed a distribution deal with Heart Songs Records. Get to know more of her, and get to listen to a solid, wonderful style, and an eclectic mix of all of the best stuff ever heard on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution with Kiana Corley. More about Kiana Corley Kiana is mostly on her Instagram, but all the links on how you can find here are provided below. Check out and support Kiana and her amazing music. Quotes: 08:45 “ I just feel like if you make music that good, it's always gonna just resurface in some way, just for the years to go on. Like, I think they definitely deserve to be forever growing. “ 17:22 “I'm really blessed to be able to have that ability to share things in my life with people. Especially because I'm definitely not a person that talks about myself in a regular sense. I'm not going to tell you my whole life when we first meet, but I will share that with you if you listen to things that I wrote. That's kind of my way of teaching people about myself.” 38:03 “I try to just take care of my body as much as I can. Because I think that if you don't do some sort of movement, or some sort of meditation, or journaling, or anything like that, it can catch up to you. Your mental well-being and your physical well-being are definitely connected I believe, and they're both equally as important.” 41:00 “Just really pursue the honest opportunities and be honest with yourself about what you want as an artist and what you can bring. Be confident too, because everybody brings something different and all of it is needed. There's a space for all of it. There's a place for literally every artist, I really truly believe that, as well. So, keep going.” Timestamps:  01:28     Introducing Kiana Corley 04:04     What did Kiana listen to growing up that got her into classically written songs? 09:33     Listen to “Chestnut” by  Kiana Corley 12:40     Kiana tells us about the song “Chestnut.” 14:05     Kiana took us back to the time when she felt in her heart that she is becoming a songwriter. 18:42     When did Kiana feel like she was growing as a songwriter, and embraced and owned it? 22:57     Listen to “Lukewarm” by  Kiana Corley 26:35     The metaphor behind the song “Lukewarm” 28:12     When did Kiana realize that she has lasered on the sound, timbre, and style that she has now? 30:24     What music school did Kiana go to? 31:22     How did Kiana become a multi-instrumentalist? 32:31     Kiana shares the people she works with, the production, and how her songs are born. 37:34     Outside of music, what does Kiana do in her downtime? 39:24     Kiana’s message and words of wisdom for the younger musicians and the best place to connect. 42:39     Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist:  We’ve completed the THIRD Spotify playlist and are about to hit publish. I am very excited to have more great music and amazing artists to listen to, but while we are waiting for it, check out the Orion and Aquila playlists. There are 60 artists who have been on the dHarmic Evolution show and are on these playlists. Don’t forget to also share this with your family and friends!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg  dHarmic Evolution links:  Have you seen the changes yet on dharmicevolution.com? While you’re there, don’t forget to sign up on your favorite platform. We have about 24 different platforms that you can choose from. We are in India, and we totally appreciate their support, with their two biggest platforms, JioSaavn and Ganna. It's a pleasure to be around the world, so don’t forget to let me know what you think in the comments. Do you know someone who is suffering from anxiety and depression? Please send them to dharmicevolution.com. The book “7 Steps to Mental Freedom” will be of great help to them. You can easily find it on the main page of the website. Also, you can visit our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/ Hey, if you are an artist,  an author, or a keynote speaker, and trying to find a place to post your content, you can check out the Facebook group and let the world support you! Head over to: https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395. Special links and Mentions:  Corinne Bailey Rae Tori Kelly Stevie Wonder The Jackson 5 Queen Fleetwood Mac Chris Pratt Lindsey Buckingham Rod Stewart Glenn Frey Bob Seger  Connect with Kiana Corley Instagram:          https://www.instagram.com/kianacorleymusic/ Facebook:           https://www.facebook.com/kianacorleymusic/ Spotify:               https://open.spotify.com/artist/6c613EFBtkzPX5Vj6C1OgG YouTube:            https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJK5tw3Eswf8ICUEhOWyjkw YouTube Music:https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCuu2NuDEeU9zE2X12D0-MRw Apple Music:     https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kiana-corley/1132733519 Deezer:                https://www.deezer.com/us/artist/12556188

Crystal Mcgrath, A Multi-Passionate Woman, Inspires All Through Music and Coaching We are going all the way up to Calgary, Canada today as we meet with a musician, activist, podcast host and inspirational influencer. She is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, inspiring individuals to live to their highest potential. Let’s welcome to the show, Crystal McGrath! Crystal’s latest single “About a Boy” was released last June 2021. She blends a pop drum beat with a traditional country backing band to create a sound that is all her own. It tells the story of a confident girl who still longs for the connection from a relationship and finds herself distracted with the memories of her past. Her style blends two different musical flavors into something that any music fan would enjoy! Crystal does not only do music, she's also an advocate for women's empowerment, and wants women to feel that they can go after any goal that they hope to achieve. To promote this message, she founded “Live with Love,'' an online platform with the mission of helping women live their best life through movement and mindset. She also has a podcast, “Crushing Chaos,” and she can also be seen regularly hosting her video podcast, “The Artists Behind The Music.” Crystal lives by the words of poet John Greenleaf Whittier’s poem “Don’t Quit” to which she also shares with us in this episode. Her personal mission statement is to inspire individuals to live their best life and she does it through many different ways. We are about to learn more about this here on the dHarmic Evolution with Crystal Mcgrath. More about Crystal Mcgrath The best way for Crystal to paint the whole picture, share stories, and connect is through her Instagram, but you could also check out all her social media links below to see how she inspires people in many different ways. Quotes: 07:18 “It was nice to have something positive to focus on during this crazy time, just constantly pivoting and being creative with how we can still do music in a way that we're affecting people but not leaving this space.”   12:12 “It's okay not to be okay and just acknowledging that those days will happen and just taking care of yourself through those moments allow you to really succeed and shine on the days where you're feeling good.”   25:55 “My personal mission statement is to inspire individuals to live their best life. And I really try to do that through my music, through my coaching, through my fitness company, through my podcasting, through conversation, and connection, and through social media.”   34:35 “It's just so important to be healthy and fill your body with healthy things…”   36:50 “I love combining music coaching with movement coaching and meditation coaching. I love combining all of them for clients just to have a really well rounded experience on how I can show up as my best so I can perform my best?”   39:50 “It's been a long journey of really being okay, with this is who I am and it doesn't matter what other people are doing. It doesn't matter what other people are saying, or thinking, or feeling. Let them be them, and let me be me. Really giving myself permission to step into my powers has really been a big thing for me the past few years.”   Timestamps:   01:42 Introducing Crystal Mcgrath 04:34 Crystal tells us about her experience in touring and visiting Australia. 06:23 How did Crystal survive the pandemic and where did she spend most of her time? 08:06 Crystal shares her timeline in releasing her songs in the midst of the pandemic. 09:35 With all the depression with artists, how would Crystal rate where she is emotionally? 12:51 Listen to “About a Boy” by Crystal Mcgrath 16:19 How was “About A Boy” made? 18:23 The sense of freedom that she felt having another artist write a song for her. 20:59 Crystal takes us to her studio experience while producing “About a Boy.” 23:07 How did she start her music podcast, and how did it transpire and come to fruition? 25:40 Crystal lets us know about what an inspirational influencer is. 26:50 Listen to “Game on” by Crystal Mcgrath 30:17 Crystal talks about her fitness company. 31:42 Crystal gives us ideas, special hacks and tricks to help people out to eat healthy and good food 35:12 How does Crystal do her coaching? 36:06 What areas of music coaching does Crystal do? 37:07 How did Crystal find her voice, and who are her music influences? 41:17 What does Crystal think is the biggest challenge today for artists and musicians? 43:45 Crystal’s message to her fans, and the dHarmic evolution listeners, especially for the younger people who are upcoming artists 46:21 Where is the best place to connect with Crystal? 47:29 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   Have you checked out the Spotify playlist? We got the Orion and Aquila playlists that you will surely enjoy. It consists of amazing music from the talented artists who are also alumnis of dHarmic Evolution. Don’t forget to share this to your friends and family, also!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg   dHarmic Evolution links:   Head out to the website, and check out the exciting changes as we’re shaping the dharmicevolution.com into something new. Also, don’t forget  to sign up on your favorite platform so you can be notified once the new episode is released. We have about 24 different platforms that you can choose from. Let me know what you think of these, and comment on what your favorite type of show is -- whether it is singer-songwriters, authors, speakers, thought leaders, social media experts, life coaches, there's so many different spins that we can give this show, so let me know in the comments!   Hey, if you know someone who is depressed, or is  suffering from anxiety and depression. Please send them to the dharmicevolution.com website, and check out my new release, “7 Steps to Mental Freedom.” It is on the main page and could be a great help to anyone who is struggling with anxiety and depression.   You can also visit our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/   Also, a great opportunity for our listeners who are artists, authors, and keynote speakers! Check out the Facebook group, it’s a good place where you can post your content, and let the world support you! https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395.   Special links and Mentions:   Azalea (duo) Spencer Cheyne (producer) Kelly Clarkson Christina Aguilera Carrie Underwood Maren Morris Kelsea Ballerini Celine Dion Beatles   Connect with Crystal Mcgrath Website: https://www.crystalmcgrath.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalmcgrath/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crystalmcgrathmusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/crystalmcgrath YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNOLTmpb4_fBU-4NSD6dgoQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Qsj2YNAI3RNswIB50S0jC Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/crystal-mcgrath/260368302 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crystalmcgrathmusic

We have a special young man on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution and he is coming from Houston Texas to Nashville, Tennessee. Gabe Baker is a passionate leader that possesses profound abilities to effectively communicate, create, and problem solve in a variety of environments due to his wide range of working and interpersonal experience.  Gabe is currently focusing on his career as a singer songwriter and a cellist. He formerly served as a policy advisor and community engagement strategist for the Harris County Judge. He has a driven heart to serve, organize and inspire through his leadership roles in Christian ministry and community engagement work. He is a former technical roadway engineer at the engineering consulting firm HNTB. He graduated from the Houston Graduate School of Theology with a Master of Theological Studies degree, a former engineering student, athlete, and captain of the football team at Rice University, and a skilled public speaker. Gabe is committed to learning and growing as an individual keenly focused on impacting the lives of those around him and capitalizing on any opportunity that comes his way. Today, we’re going to learn more about Gabe’s music, his influences, his family, and life stories that inspire him, and his songwriting. In this episode, we featured his songs titled “Mother” and “Upside Down.” Get to hear his music and the stories behind it as we go to Nashville with Gabe Baker. More about Gabe Baker Support Gabe Baker and check out all the links provided below. Find out more of what he does by visiting his website, Instagram, and all other social media pages. Quotes: 15:28 “My music journey now means so much more to me because I really do feel so inspired to do it…” 20:20 “I guess my musical expression was like picking on my guitar in my dorm room at nights and helping lead some worship at church. So, it was still there. I'm singing all the time in the shower, and all around, and having fun with that, because you never stop being a musician.”   31:33 “The song was made, it was really inspired by, just this whole new season of emotions and feelings and situations that I was going through and found myself in. It was just a very simple, simple, concept, a simple expression of where I felt I was like, “Yep, I'm flipped upside down.””   44:16 “Don't be afraid of passionately pursuing what's on your heart. That's a huge thing. There's definitely a lot of fear and anxiety, because of the risk that whatever that means to follow what purpose you feel called to pursue, what passion you have to develop, but you're never wrong pursuing the passions that God's put on your heart.”   46:35 “The enjoyment of pursuing any dream is the process of getting there. So, I think the more you really, really, love growth, love practicing, the more you're going to enjoy the journey.”   Timestamps:   02:50 Introducing Gabe Baker 05:09 How was Gabe’s transition to Nashville? 06:33 Gabe shares the loss of his mom 08:43 Listen to “Mother” by Gabe Baker 12:25 How did Gabe start playing the cello? 14:03 Is your family all still doing music 19:29 Did Gabe have to make a choice between music and football? 22:13 When did Gabe start songwriting? 26:04 Who are Gabe's musical influences and the artists that he listened to? 27:07 Listen to “Upside Down” by Gabe Baker 30:31 The story behind the title and the song “Upside Down” 36:02 How did Gabe feel when he started going to church? 38:07 Where does Gabe see himself going in the next five years?  40:52 For Gabe, what is his best representation live? 43:41 Some pearls of wisdom from Gabe Baker to the younger singer, songwriter, artists, musicians who are listening to the show 47:39 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   We’re about to start our third Spotify playlist, but while waiting, you can check our Orion and Aquila playlists that consist of eclectic music from the talented artists who have been on the dHarmic Evolution.  These are today's dHarmic Rising Stars! Please share them with your family and friends, also!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg   dHarmic Evolution links:   Head over to the website, dharmicevolution.com and sign up on your favorite platform so you can be notified once the new episode is released. Good news, we were just added to a huge platform in India! dHarmic Evolution is now on the Jio Saavn music platform! You can leave a comment or rate the podcast through your favorite platforms to let us know what you think!   Hey, if you know someone who is depressed, please send them to the website dharmicevolution.com, where they can check out the book for people suffering from anxiety and depression. The book, “7 Steps to Mental Freedom” is now on the main page and this will be of great help to them.    You can also visit our Facebook Community Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/    Opportunity for our listeners who are artists, authors, and keynote speakers! Go to the dHarmic Evolution Facebook Community page and let the world support you! It’s a good place to post your content to: https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395.   Special links and Mentions: Yo-Yo Ma Otis Redding Sam Cooke Smokey Robinson Stevie Wonder Luther Vandross Brian McKnight The Temptations Earth, Wind And Fire   Connect with Gabe Baker: Website: https://gabebaker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegabebaker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegabebaker/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegabebaker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBS9AMtfG3Y97Lu9XyfEMEA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0xqkIEMKtxLO5myBzErKWu Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/us/artist/93053032 YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCbeJIU8C-OEx2L6JwQGQGmg

We’re going all the way out to California today as we hang out with a woman with the rarest of gifts –her own voice. This Northern California Blues Americana siren is equipped with powerful pipes and an outstanding ability on numerous instruments from piano, to slide guitar, to harmonica. Whether she is performing solo or accompanied by her full band, she unfailingly captures the audience's hearts from the first note. Get to hear this amazing and talented singer-songwriter from California, Katie Knipp! Katie has opened for Robert Cray, Jimmie Vaughan, Joan Osborne, The Doobie Brothers, Tim Reynolds, Jon Cleary, Ruthie Foster, Joe Louis Walker, The James Hunter Six, William Duvall of Alice in Chains, among many others.  She played the 2019 Mammoth Blues Festival as the only solo female act that included headliners Buddy Guy, Trombone Shorty, Charlie Musselwhite, and more. She has won two SAMMIES-2020 and 2019 (Sacramento Music Awards) for Best Blues Artist and was nominated Artist of The Year by The Sacramento News and Review.  She has been honored Female Artist of the Year 2020 by the Country Folk Americana Blues Music Realm.  She has gained worldwide radio support, putting both "The Well " and “Take it With You" on the Roots Music Report in Top Contemporary Blues Albums spun for 2018-2021. We will get to know her stories, and hear some of her great music from her album “The Well” like, “Chamomile and Cocaine” and “The Gospel of Good Intentions” on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution with Katie Knipp! More about Katie Knipp Listen and support Katie and her music. We listened to some of her tracks and she shared a lot of great stories, but there’s definitely more to hear from her, so don’t forget to check out all the links provided below! Quotes: 13:13 I always, always write the song first, to the point where I can perform it as a solo act. If those things can't happen, the song isn't ready. I’m not just all about the studio stuff. The saxophone and all the great musicians that I add to it are just icing on the cake, but I feel like it's so important to make sure that the song stands on its own. 17:56 I felt very depressed. I was like, pray, and the words just came. He said, in my mind, it just came to me. He said, “Do you see how much you love it now? Do you see that music is love? Just like my love for you is never-ending. You can trust that your music is love and is never-ending and will never leave you or go away.” 36:23 There have always been some stories, I've had some experiences that forced me into, “Why to write a song in the first place?” And I feel blessed by those experiences, even if they were hard at the time. 37:58 I think about that a lot of the time. Because, I'm like, “I don't care what you think. I'm old. I'm here. I'm doing this. If you don't like it, move aside, because these people do. It's totally fine.” 39:03 When you think about a voice, it's like a thumbprint. First of all, it's unique to everybody. If you don't like somebody's voice, that's perfectly fine. To me, it's like wine or food. You have a specific palate for what you like to hear from somebody's mouth. I completely get that I'm not for everybody. So that's a huge thing that transformed my “balls out”, way of going about singing. It's like, “Oh, I don't care anymore.” Timestamps:   00:20     Introducing Katie Knipp 03:12     What was Katie’s defining moment when she finally found her voice and style. 05:57     Katie shares what came in first in terms of playing instruments. 08:50     Listen to “Chamomile and Cocaine” by Katie Knipp 12:34     Katie takes us into the studio to the experience of “Chamomile and Cocaine” 15:07     How long has Katie worked with the musicians in her band? 16:56     As a mother of two little ones and with her career choice, how is Katie working things out? 20:55     What are the writing habits and process’s of Katie Knipp 23:43     Listen to “The Gospel of Good Intentions” by Katie Knipp 29:28     Is there a certain group of people that “The Gospel of Good Intentions” is intended for? 31:15     Katie takes us to her experience while recording the track “The Gospel of Good Intentions” 34:46     When did Katie come into total honesty with her music? 40:07     Katie shares funny and unusual experiences during a gig. 43:19     What is a chill time like for Katie outside of music? 45:54     How are Katie’s boys experiencing music now. 47:32     Get to hear Katie’s advice for young and upcoming musicians, artists, singer-songwriters. 49:53     Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist:  Check out the Spotify playlist that features the dHarmic Evolution alumni artists. Support these amazing talents plus listen to their great music! Share them with your friends, also! dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg  dHarmic Evolution links:  Always be notified once the new episodes are released by going to dharmicevolution.com and signing up on your favorite platform. I’d also like to hear your thoughts. You can leave a comment or rate the podcast through your favorite platform. Hey, if you know someone who is struggling with depression, please send them to the website where they can check out the book and get help right now. The book, “7 Steps to Freedom” is available through  dharmicevolution.com. You can also visit our Facebook Community Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/ A great opportunity for or listeners! If you are an artist, an author, a keynote speaker, our Facebook group is a great place to post your content. Let the world support you and what you do! You can go to: https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395. Special links and Mentions: Elvis Presley Robert Cray Jimmie Vaughan Joan Osborne The Doobie Brothers Tim Reynolds Jon Cleary Ruthie Foster Joe Louis Walker James Hunter William DuVall Buddy Guy Trombone Shorty Charlie Musselwhite Miles Davis Mick Martin The Au Brothers – Justin and Brandon Laci Peterson Alan Arkin Barry Manilow Connect with Katie Knipp: Website:              https://katieknipp.com/ Instagram:          https://www.instagram.com/katieknipp/ Facebook:           https://www.facebook.com/katieknippmusic Twitter:               https://twitter.com/KatieKnipp/ YouTube:            https://www.youtube.com/user/katiek4604 Spotify:               https://open.spotify.com/artist/4vCs6xu8DoC1m1t2ODdS8w Apple Music:     https://music.apple.com/us/artist/katie-knipp/344931667 Bandcamp:         https://katieknipp.bandcamp.com/ Deezer:                https://www.deezer.com/us/artist/614377    

Today, we have an awesome guest who will be sharing his knowledge on the subject of podcasting. If you are a podcaster, an aspiring one, or someone who really loves podcasting, this is for you! In this episode, we’ve got Rob Walch, the Vice President of Podcaster Relations for “Libsyn” (Liberated Syndication). Rob was inducted into the Podcasting Hall of Fame in 2016. Prior to joining Libsyn in 2007, he was President and founder of podCast411, Inc. He is also a Co-Author of the book “Tricks of the Podcasting Masters” - Que 2006, an editor’s pick as a Top 10 Reference book for 2006 by Amazon.com. Rob was listed as the 5th most influential person in podcasting according to the book “Podcasting for Dummies” – Wiley Press 2005.   To name a few, Rob has consulted on podcasting for eBay, Jack Welch, Tim Ferriss, Senator Edwards, Governor Bill Richardson, Dr. Mark Hyman, Noah Shanok (Stitcher), and the Sacramento Kings/Monarchs. He is also on the editorial board and a columnist for the Podcast Business Journal. Rob was Chair of the Education and Outreach Committee for the Association of Downloadable Media and on the committee for the IAB Podcast Metric Guidelines.  Rob started podcasting in 2004 and is the host of the award-winning podcast called, “podCast411,” where he has interviewed such prominent podcasters. Rob is also the host of Today in iOS (iPhone) Podcast, the first and largest podcast about the iPhone. the KC Startup 411 podcast covers the Kansas City Startup scene and is a co-host of “The Feed” Podcast - which is a bi-weekly podcast covering Podcasting.  Since 2004, Rob has presented at well over 100 events on the subject of podcasting and New Media. Now, on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution, we have the privilege to listen to his insights, valuable experiences, and wisdom that we can definitely learn from. We’re still in the music city of Nashville, but we’re going to dig deep into the podcasting world with Rob Walch!  More about Rob Walch If you find today’s episode appealing to you, and you want to learn more about podcasting, you can connect with Rob Walch with all the links provided below. Quotes: 08:25 “I thought it was going to be “BIG” early on. I mean, before Apple even supported it, I quit my day job and went podcasting full time. So that was April 2005, I left a six-figure income to do podcasting. Early on, I  thought this had potential to be really big.” 09:11 “Where podcasting comes into play, and the strength is it's a distraction medium. It's something you can listen to while you're doing something else – while you're walking the dog, working out, doing yard work, driving to work, to and from, at work. It's something that you can have going as a distraction, as getting your mind off of the task at hand that’s chewing up all your time. This just helps pass the day, and audio has always had that capability.” 17:44 “…when I got to that point where I wasn't worried about the recording anymore, I found it easier to concentrate more on the content of what was going on in the interview, and that helped me really find my voice.” 34:29 “I mean that's what we try to do. We try to help you get out everywhere because you never know where your show is going to take off.” 52:05 “I think everyone should podcast. Everyone has a voice. I think the biggest impediment to getting people into podcasting is always that they don't like the way their voice sounds. I just say, “Well, remember this, Gilbert Gottfried has a podcast, and if he can have a podcast, anybody can have a podcast.” Timestamps: 00:50     Introducing Rob Walch 02:44     The Genesis of Podcasting, and how Rob started in this space 06:52     Who are the influences at the beginning of podcasting? 08:10     When did Rob realize that podcasting will be big? 10:09     Did Rob have a monetization plan when he began in podcasting? 12:03     There is a lot of room for podcasters and it is a very medium niche compared to other platforms 14:37     What would Rob say to a new person who wants to get on board and start their podcast? 16:32     How long did it take for Rob to find his voice? 18:21     In a lot of interviews that he has done, is there any favorite or a really extraordinary one? 21:14     Rob talks about his take on Netflix entering into podcasting. 23:18     Monetization in podcasting – how it works, why people should know it, and what to take action on.  26:44     As a consultant, what is his take on companies stacking out on business without any profits? 33:36     The other platforms that are available in podcasting. 37:15     Who started Libsyn and how did he get affiliated with it? 39:45     How many podcasts is he currently and actively doing? 41:28     The high points of data privacy, and what it looks like without it. 47:15     What is Rob’s feeling on the future of podcasting. 50:35     How was Rob’s move to Tennessee? 53:08     Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist: Did you miss the alumni artists on the dHarmic Evolution? Make sure to check out the Spotify links below so you can support these amazing talents and hear their great music. Share them with your friends, also! dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg The dHarmic Evolution links: There are amazing changes on the website dharmicevolution.com so make sure you check it out and don’t forget to sign up to your favorite platform as well, so you will be updated when a new episode is released. Do you know someone who struggles with depression? Or are you also suffering from it? Please check the website dharmicevolution.com where you can find out more about, “7 Steps to Freedom”. It’s just a 30-minute read, but the strategies in there are invaluable. You can also visit our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/ Opportunity for our listeners who are artists, authors, and keynote speakers! Go to the Facebook group and let the world support you! It’s a good place to post your content to: https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395. Special links and Mentions: Jack Welch Tim Ferriss John Edwards Bill Richardson Mark Hyman Dave Winer Adam Curry August Trometer Sacramento Kings Quincy Jones Marco Arment Dave Mansueto Dave Chekan Elsie Escobar Connect with Rob Walch: Email:                   rob@libsyn.com Website:              https://podcast411.libsyn.com Facebook:           https://www.facebook.com/podcast411 Twitter:                @podcast411 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/podcast411/

Music is their weapon, will you join the fight? We’ve got three gentlemen to visit today in New Orleans. That’s three out of the five members – the guitarist, the keyboardist, and the bassist of the band. We’re going to talk about guitars, songs, gigs, New Orleans, touring, and anything else that we can think of with Fighting for Frequency! Fighting for Frequency’s origin is a tale of amazing timing, one about the universe conspiring to bring musicians together in a serendipitous way. Chris and Dave had been long-time friends and had played music together in the past. Chris had given up on music years before, but when he moved into Dave’s neighborhood around 2016, Chris and Dave realized they had the itch to write music again. At nearly the same time, Adam who is Dave’s childhood friend moved into the neighborhood literally in the house behind Dave’s. Knowing Adam was an excellent musician and songwriter that had played in several melodic metal bands, Dave invited Adam over for a listening party that engendered mutual respect for each other’s songwriting skills, leading to ideas and aspirations being shared. A gate was built in the fence to transport gear from Adam’s to Dave’s. Adam also brought in a close friend as a drummer, and Fighting for Frequency was formed, with Adam utilizing his production skills to mold F4F into a more anthem-style arena rock sound partnered with high-energy shows. Within a couple of performances, the band grabbed the attention of a dedicated group of local rock fans, F4F’s freaks! Soon after, Randon moved to New Orleans from Shreveport. The first live music show in New Orleans that he attended happened to be a Fighting for Frequency show. He showed up looking to network with other musicians. Getting friends with F4F and with his background in metal, Randon proved he was a phenomenal guitarist and brought a killer new approach to the band’s sound. He was asked to fill in on guitar for a show while Dave was out of town. While Dave was away, he sends F4F videos of him playing their songs on piano for social media content, prompting the idea of Dave playing keys since he has played piano most of his life. With Dave expressing interest in playing keys and Randon having great chemistry with the band, it was the catalyst for the further growth of F4F. Due to the demands of F4F’s touring schedule, the previous drummer moved on, but during the recording of the second F4F album, the guys brought in-studio drummer Brody. An absolute monster drummer, they asked him to join the fight, and he has infused hard-hitting new life into the rhythm section of F4F. Forged in the fires of rock and brought together by a series of fortuitous events, the formidable five members of Fighting for Frequency are determined to share their passion for rock with their fans, bringing rock back to its former glory. Music is their weapon. Join the fight! More about Fighting for Frequency Adam - Vocals/Guitar; Dave – Keys; Randon – Guitar; Brody – Drums; Chris – Bass We hung out with Dave, Chris, and Randon today, but if you want to know more about the other members and their music, you can check out the links through their socials provided below so you can connect and listen to them. Quotes: 03:48 "... we are sort of fighting through the media clutter. There's a lot of artists out there, and there's also just a lot of peanut butter, it's hard to get heard in the 21st century. So, we're fighting for that space, that frequency within music and just within the industry in itself. We felt that it was appropriate, both on a symbolic level and also on the literal level of as musicians, we are fighting for that space." -Chris 29:19 "We try to bring that vibe, but we're having a good time on stage. If we're having a good time, I think the fans will too. It's sort of infectious to see people playing music and doing something they're passionate about." -Chris 30:24 "I think people generally associate rock with anger, but that's not really us." – Randon 34:22 "I think specifically during the pandemic, we spent a lot of time focused on social media and trying to expand our social media presence as well, just because it was the easiest way to get the word out and get the frequency out during that time." -Dave 53:09 "Don't get frustrated, keep on plugging along and sometimes trust the process. You might be impressed where the journey takes you." -Chris 55:04 "You just got to get out there and you got to pursue it. You know, you can't sit in your room and just play riffs and hope that being talented will be enough to get you somewhere, you got to put yourself out there, you got to get uncomfortable, and you got to meet people." -Randon Timestamps: 01:30 Introducing Fight for Frequency 02:19 What is the story behind the band’s name: Fighting for Frequency 05:06 How does the writing process start for Fighting for Frequency 09:42 How was the transition phase of Dave when he changed from guitar to keys 12:39 Listen to “A Million Miles Away” by Fighting for Frequency 17:54 How did “A Million Miles Away” come together? 19:28 Fighting for Frequency shares how they work their way during the pandemic? 24:51Talking about New Orleans – where they are, and the support they are getting 27:34 Fighting for Frequency shares the wide spectrum of their fanbase 30:55 Where are their gigs happening? 33:16 How do F4F communicate with their fans, and how do they keep them up to date? 35:38 Listen to “Fast Forward” by Fighting for Frequency 42:43 The gears and setup that Fighting for Frequency is using. 46:08 What are Fighting for Frequency’s aspiring for this 2021. 51:30 Any food for thoughts, advice, or anything that they would like to say to younger singer-songwriters and bands who are just starting to develop their craft? 56:18 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist: Want something to listen to? Visit these two Spotify links and share them with your friends too so they can hear these amazing talents who were previously featured on the dHarmic Evolution as well! dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg  The dHarmic Evolution links: Sign up on your favorite platform on dharmicevolution.com so you will be updated on the new episodes every Friday morning at 4:44 AM EST. Also, if you are struggling with depression or you know someone who is, please send them to the website where they can check out the book, “7 Steps to Freedom”. It’s just a 30-minute read, but the strategies in there are invaluable. If you’re an artist, an author, a keynote speaker, our Facebook group is a good place to post your content to and let the world support you: https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395. You can also visit our Facebook Community Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/   Special links and Mentions: The Carter Wilkinson Band – Lucky Lady Vintage Guitars Zita Pete Townshend Bruce Springsteen   Connect with Fighting for Frequency: Website: http://fighting4frequency.com/ Facebook:           https://www.facebook.com/fightingforfrequency Instagram:          https://www.instagram.com/fightingforfrequency/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fight4frequency YouTube:            https://www.youtube.com/c/fightingforfrequency Spotify:               https://open.spotify.com/artist/4YYfwBrGogwHOBzQiokASJ Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-769129170 ReverbNation:   https://www.reverbnation.com/fightingforfrequency

We’re staying in Nashville today to listen to the wonderful music of a young lady who is a singer and a songwriter. She is originally from Rock Hill, SC but she moved to Nashville and felt that she is where she is meant to be. She had some great opportunities since then. She has been writing with Grammy-nominated songwriters. She gained national exposure on Team Blake as a contestant on NBC's 'The Voice'. She also sang the national anthem for the NFL’s Panthers. The latest on the list is that she had her new single and music video for ‘Paris’ featured on CMT. Let’s get to know more about Teresa Guidry! Teresa just recently launched her brand-new song called ‘Paris’. She shares with us the people behind this and gives us a peek in the making of this song. We also have her song Red Wine, which leaves them feeling that they should listen to an old turntable. Aside from listening to hear great music, we’ll get to know her influences, what her day looks like and what are her goals in the future. Teresa had a lot to go through before making it to where she is today and will get to know some of her side hustles and stories in this episode. Don’t miss out on this amazing young lady by the name of Teresa Guidry! More about Teresa Guidry Stick around to see what Teresa Guidry is up to. She definitely has a lot of things coming her way, so check on the links below to where you can follow and support her. Quotes: 06:49 “As soon as I got here, I just started meeting people who made it feel like it was perfectly made for me and that I was doing the right thing… One event led to another but I didn't question it when I moved here all. It was, it just felt really right.” 11:42 “It's just one of those things where you get in a room with someone talented, and they can kind of look at it from an outsider's perspective. That's the really cool thing about finding someone like that to work with is because you're just joining your minds and finding what works for both of you, and really cool things can come out of it that way.” 23:33 “…everything on the outside was so scary that I had to find some sort of peace on the inside and honestly, it was a good year for me I feel it's like wrong to say but you know it kind of just gave my soul a break that it really needed.” 49:52 “It's like, you just have to do it. Right now, I'm kind of in a high place my life but this hasn't always been it. So, I would say that it's definitely going to be challenging. It's going to be a journey. But if this is what you truly feel like you were meant to do, then you just have to do it. Like, don't wait for the circumstances to be right because they never will be. You just kind of have to go with the flow. If you believe in yourself, just keep going. Because, I mean, if you won't do it yourself, no one else is going to do it for you either. So, I feel bad.” Timestamps:  01:53     Introducing Teresa Guidry 05:06     How was her transition to Nashville to pursue music 08:16     Teresa takes us to the studio in making her new song release, “Paris” 13:50     How was Teresa’s experience with co-writing. 16:15     Listen to “Paris” by Teresa Guidry 19:54     How was “Paris” written? 22:24     How did Teresa got through during the pandemic? 24:42     What is she looking forward to, did she have any gigs booked now? 26:25     How does one get on the CMT like Teresa? 31:08     Listen to “Red Wine” by Teresa Guidry 34:57     Where did Teresa get her vocal influence? 36:58     How was Teresa’s typical day go? 40:51     What are Teresa’s plans and visions for the next couple of years? 43:49     Her stay in Nashville has not been easy and she shared about the side hustles that she did. 48:28     Any words of wisdom that she would like to share with the audience and the community? 52:04     Listen to “Tango On” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist:  Have you checked our Spotify playlist yet? It is composed of songs and tracks from the dHarmic Evolution alumni artists. Visit these two links and share them with your friends too and let them hear these amazing talents! dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg  dHarmic Evolution links:  Don’t forget to sign up on your favorite platform on dharmicevolution.com to have the show come to you every Friday morning at 4:44 AM EST. You can also find out how to get a copy of my just-released new book, “7 Steps to Freedom”. If you know someone who is struggling with depression, please send them to the website where they can check out the book and get help right now. You can also visit Facebook Community Page: https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/ Also, let the world support you and what you do! If you’re an artist, an author, a keynote speaker, our Facebook group is a good place to post your content to: https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395. Special links and Mentions: Sam Hart Whitney Wolanin Lydia Vaughan Jan Buckingham Tim McGraw Whitney Houston Leslie Fram Shania Twain Joni Mitchell Stevie Nicks Faith Hill Taylor Swift Connect with Teresa Guidry: Website:              http://www.teresaguidry.com/ Instagram:          https://www.instagram.com/teresaguidry/ Facebook:           https://www.facebook.com/teresaguidryofficial/ YouTube:            https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCZePqADJXV8HQLJhDlBKwQ/ Spotify:               https://open.spotify.com/artist/0PrGLp1JqwoBj6vkcyOO6 Apple Music:     https://music.apple.com/us/artist/teresa-guidry/773894890

It’s a wonderful springtime here in Tennessee, but we’re going to take a little trip to the Hudson Valley, New York to meet a Cognitive Scientist, Fulbright scholar, author of Find Your Carrot, entrepreneur, and beauty queen. There are so many things that we can list here, but she’s not five people rolled into one, she is just one person who chooses to inspire people in different ways. Welcome to the show Mrs. Dutchess County, New York, Jacquelyn H. Berry PhD. Jacquelyn helps people to set and attain their goals in so many ways. Today, we’re going to have a delightful experience, hearing her wisdom and helpful tips to overcome some of life’s challenges and struggles. Jacquelyn is also into birds, raptors, and birds of prey in particular. She shared some distinct features of them that she admires and wants to also acquire. Grab a pen and paper and be ready to pick up everything that you can get from this podcast. Be ready not just to listen, but to learn. It’s going to be a meaningful conversation ahead with Jacquelyn H. Berry, PhD. More about Jacquelyn H. Berry If you want to learn more about Jacquelyn, follow her on all her social media platforms. Also, support her book, Find Your Carrot. All the links are provided below. Quotes: 09:54 “I think on the personal level, people should take it upon themselves to organize their lives. So, they are not put into situations where they have to make a tough decision when they're tired, and it's late in the day, and they've just had the hassles of normal life adding upon them.” 27:58 “I firmly believe that everyone has their own personal currency that they have to offer the world, and should use that to reach their goals and to share that to enrich other people's lives.” 29:09 “So, you're looking at all of the things I have listed on my resume, it all says the same thing  James, which is to inspire people, right? I'm not five people rolled into one. I'm just one person inspiring people in different ways.” 35:15 “I've always liked or thought about, if I just had the vision, just to see how everything would come together, I can help so many other people, including myself and my students to be exactly where they need to be because I could see the entire field in amazing detail as they do.” 44:07 You're not perfect, and neither are the things you want to do. But that doesn't mean you can't work within that, to just bring forth what it is you want to give to the world. So, I think everyone has something that really only they have, and that really only they can do better than anybody. Timestamps:   01:30 Introducing Jacquelyn H. Berry PhD. 02:31 Some of the things to celebrate about Jacquelyn’s career. 07:08 Jacquelyn shares what “Decision Fatigue” is. 10:28 What are some tools that could help us with “Distraction”. 14:50 What is Jacquelyn’s take on Vision Boards: does she like physically writing, or use a computer? 21:11 What are her thoughts about the younger generation on journaling? 23:38 Jacquelyn on “Chasing Dreams.” 29:20 “Fail forward fast”: How does Jacquelyn feel now after going through the things she had to go through to achieve the things that she has now accomplished. 34:07 Jacquelyn talks about raptors and how she got interested in them. 39:05 Jacquelyn tells us about how she got into golf 40:55 Let’s visit her place in Red Hook and the beautiful Dutchess County, New York. 44:07 Some words of wisdom from Jacquelyn H. Berry 46:46 Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:   Do you miss the guests who’ve been on the show before? Head out to Spotify and visit these links. We’ve got some amazing and talented artists that we’ve had on the dHarmic Evolution before here. Share these with your family and friends as well. dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg   dHarmic Evolution links:  Don’t forget to sign up on your favorite platform on dharmicevolution.com to have the show come to you every Friday morning at 4:44 AM EST. You can also find out how to get a copy of my just-released new book, “7 Steps to Freedom”. If you know someone who is struggling with depression, please send them to the website where they can check out the book and get help right now! Special links and Mentions: Quincy Jones Benjamin Franklin Thomas Edison Connect with Jacquelyn H. Berry: Website: www.jacquelynhberry.com Instagram: @jacquelynhberry Facebook: www.facebook.com/jacquelynhberry YouTube: Find Your Carrot by Jacquelyn H. Berry Amazon: Find Your Carrot by Jacquelyn H.Berry - Amazon  

We’re going to the great state of Pennsylvania today! We’re going to visit a band called Circle of Sanity. They have a combined array of styles. They were brought together by faith friends and a little luck. Ever since then, they've been writing new material, performing songs, and all written by individual members before they got together. Now, they've got this great gig and they're playing shows locally and regionally – they've done everything from 50 seats to a thousand seats. Leaving with an overwhelmingly positive response from the audience. Today, we’re going to chat with Josh Sapna, the band’s guitarist and vocalist. Let’s get to know him more, what he enjoys aside from music, his approach to songwriting, and of course listen to some of their great music from the EP: Celestial Mechanics. Listen to Break the Silence, Mortal Coil, and Ride on. Don’t forget to check on other music that they have as well on your favorite platform. We’ve got some pretty heavy music coming up with Circle of Sanity! More about Josh Sapna Circle of Sanity: Josh Sapna – guitars and vocals; Carson Slovak – bass Grant McFarland – drums. Make sure to check out and support Josh Sapna and his band, Circle of Sanity. All the band’s social media links are provided below. Quotes: 03:40 We always thought we got together to jam that was where we got our sanity back and escaped from everything, and that became our circle. There you have it. It was born “the circle of sanity.” 11:48 Books left open to interpretation, which I do on purpose. Yeah, so my songs, I don't want to be too definite in the meanings, because I want more people to be able to apply their own life and experience to it. 51:36 The number one thing and I have always said is this. Never. There's never been a time that I sat down to write a song and said, Will other people like this? Not once. The only question in my mind is at the end of it? Do I like it? when I buy this would I be impressed with it? and I don't know if that sounds selfish. But that's really the only way you can stay true to yourself is to not worry at all about what anyone else is going to think of it. Timestamps:  02:05 Introducing Circle of Sanity’s Josh Sapna. 03:16 How did Josh and his bandmates came up with their band name. 04:40 What is Josh busy with aside from music? 06:06 Listen to “Break the Silence” by Circle of Sanity 11:15 What’s the metaphor behind “Break the Silence”. 13:46 Josh’s approach to songwriting. 16:01 Listen to “Mortal Coil” by Circle of Sanity 23:20 Josh tells us more about “Mortal Coil”. 28:52 What is Josh’s plan after the pandemic? 32:51 What is chill stuff for Josh Sapna? 35:46 Josh gives us a little peek into the studio when recording. 39:04 Listen to “Ride On” by Circle of Sanity. 43:56 Did Josh had COVID? 45:00 Josh Sapna on Spotify. 49:44 Is there any thoughts or schedule on releasing a new album? 51:11 Some words of wisdom from Josh to the future artists. 53:48 Listen to “State of Grace” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist:  You can listen and support the dHarmic evolution alumni artists here on our Spotify Playlist. You can also share this with your family and friends and let them know of these amazing and talented artists. dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg  dHarmic Evolution links:  Sign up on your favorite platform on dharmicevolution.com to have the show come to you every Friday morning at 4:44 AM EST. Please visit our Facebook Page and see who is the latest featured artist of the week right here! https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/  https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395 is our dHarmic evolution Facebook Community page where you can post your content if you are a singer/songwriter, or Author, Speaker, or Thought Leader, let the entire world community of creative supporters help your career! Special links and Mentions:  Star Wars Chad Taylor Metallica Bob Rock David Gilmour Jimmy Page Les Paul Rush Geddy Lee Neal Schon John Bonham Donald Trump Bad Wolves Blacktop Mojo The Doors Steve Miller   Connect with Josh Sapna and Circle of Sanity: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/josh.sapna https://www.facebook.com/Circle-Of-Sanity-161532000550516 Twitter:  https://twitter.com/circleofsanity YouTube:            https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmtpWMmUepAq9_6gCYZ0YwQ Spotify:               https://open.spotify.com/artist/0k4GvaTi8aD5NgiV0QXddY ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/circleofsanity?fbclid=IwAR3Eb2EEaqG9zZkxVRiCIu_QS5NSiFkSH1si5w3TlfaNlUrYeU-0bPnQA_E      

We are honored to have a special guest on today’s episode of the dHarmic Evolution. She is a US Navy Commander, an orthodontist, a motivational speaker, a world traveler, and reigning International Ms. 2020. We’re going to Japan today to hang out with Navy Commander and Doctor Corinne Devin. As a multi-passionate woman, she has learned to not only balance her passions but use them to make her a better officer. She is a daughter of the American Revolution deployed with the United States Navy in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom to Al Asad. She also attended the Elite Tri-service Orthodontic Residency Program at Wilford Hall Medical Center. And, she’s a keynote speaker at the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) conference to over 1000 Middle School girls for the Department of Defense in Japan and Italy. Get to know more about her amazing stories in the US Navy and her travels on this episode. She also lets us know of her pageantry journey, her current life, and her plans for the future. Get ready to be inspired and amazed by this high achiever young lady who is very unique and lovely – Doctor and Commander Corinne Devin. More about Corinne Devin You can follow and support Corinne on her social media pages. Please see all the links listed below. Quotes: 10:47 “I was very blessed to have some wonderful, wonderful bosses and leaders who've been very supportive and have also told me what I need to do and that's to continue what I do. And I tell everyone, it requires a lot of discipline, it requires you doing (not) what you maybe want to do, like hit the snooze button, but actually what you have to do to get there.” 26:15 “You really have to know who you are, and be confident and not feel you have to apologize if your answer doesn't agree with the person you're speaking with. As long as you know, you feel acknowledged, and you also appreciate them and acknowledge and listen to them.” 45:06 “I love being part of a team. I love being part of a group. That's one thing the military has taught me – is being able to share that responsibility. So, we all can have a chance to unplug, but also to really be in that environment of growing and developing others, as well as pushing myself.” 47:37 Everywhere I go and everywhere I look, everyone's trying to do things to be more comfortable. They're looking for the more convenient. But I'm going to tell you that if you look at all these successful people that you aspire to be like, they come from a place of being uncomfortable. And when you were trying to avoid the pain or the struggle or the hard things, you are actively choosing to be average. Timestamps:  01:59     Introducing Commander Corinne Devin 06:20     How Corinne Devin started in the US Navy 11:21     How does Corinne’s day go like? 14:40     What is chill time for Corinne? 19:24     Are they still on lockdown in Japan? 21:02     What is the plan after Japan? 22:14     How did Corinne started doing pageants? 29:45     Corinne shares a story of when she got to Morocco 32:57     What was the most memorable country for Corinne? 35:56     Corinne’s book in the making 37:28     With COVID and everything, how are things in the Navy right now? 43:18     Where does Corinne see herself in the next five years? 46:10     Corinne’s message to the listeners. 49:43     Listen to “Ride On” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist:  If you haven’t done so, check the following Spotify playlist where we put together the amazing alumni artists from the dHarmic Evolution. You can also share these links with your family and friends and make sure they’re not missing out on these great talents. dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg  dHarmic Evolution links:  Sign up on your favorite platform on dharmicevolution.com to have the show come to you every Friday morning at 4:44 AM EST. Also, visit the Facebook Community Page, https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/ and Facebook Group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395 where you can post your content and let the world support you. Connect with Corinne Devin: Facebook:           Corinne Devin Instagram:          @drcorinnedevin YouTube:            https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpwbB-uP0DHg-mhZrieuuIA

We’ve got a fabulous guest today, as we usually do! She is an inspirational and best-selling author, facilitator, Self as an artist, and the Creator of Sol Path Yoga. Since 1995, she has been a student and teacher of Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness, and Inspired living. She specializes in sharing life-changing practices, and programs that empower us to live with more awareness, skill, peace, and love. She's known for her intuitive, poetic, and loving style. She inspires people all over the world to shine their divine light, live their unique magic, and honor their authentic path. She’s a Mama, a Mystique, a Master of holding sacred space for personal evolution and spiritual practice. We’re going to New Jersey today with Chara Rodriguera. In this episode, we’ll learn more of Chara’s stories, experiences, and life lessons that led her to the love that she found. She also leads us to meditation towards the end – this is an awesome experience even for those who haven’t tried meditating before. Get excited and tune in for this episode of dHarmic evolution with Chara. Check out Chara’s previous interview here as well: https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de170-chara-rodriguera-live-your-own-kind-of-magic-its-chara-tv-the-ultimate-creator/ More about Chara Rodriguera Check out www.chara.tv, Chara Rodriguera’s website. She shares a wonderful gift that you can get for free. This is called “BREATHE and Let the Magic Begin” – a guided life-changing meditation. Catch Chara’s online yoga classes as well at moxie.xyz every Wednesday, 9:30 PM EST. Quotes: 20:30 “I think we're all on a healing and a blossoming journey. We're all on a journey of learning to give and receive love… To give, and receive, and embody love.”   28:14 “As I became more aware and intentional about creating an inspired life, a heart-centered life, I started making more empowering choices, as to mindset messages that I was going to surround myself with the types of people, the types of organizations that I want to be a part of. And so, little by little I started gravitating toward other heart-centered, God-inspired people. And little by little, as the light started coming in, my life started to be a reflection of my deepest truth. And I call that walking our Soul path.”   36:23 “Sometimes, when we are dealing with something that's upsetting us, that we feel angry about, or we're in a negative state about, we try to fight the negativity and we try to get rid of it, which causes a lot of resistance. And I have found – and this is what the practice of yoga and spiritual practices taught me – that by inviting the light in, inviting the love in, inviting spirit in, the forgiveness, the healing starts to happen automatically.”   37:17 “I can have a lot of intentions throughout the day, but my one guiding intention is to be an instrument of universal love.”   41:43 “…Maybe they're not singer-songwriters, or an author or a writer, maybe they're calling us something different. I would like to share with you that that doesn't mean you're not a creator. Your life is your greatest art form. I believe our life is a creation, we create through our thoughts, words, our actions, and our choices.”   Timestamps: 00:54 Introducing Chara Rodriguera 04:38 Check out Chara’s new book, “Love” 06:51 How Chara started out in Yoga. 11:11 Why “Breathe” is important. 13:07 Chara shares the three magical benefits of intentional deep breathing. 17:03 Chara has a complimentary gift for EVERYONE. 18:43 What happened along the way after Chara started teaching Yoga? 21:46 What led Chara to the love that saved her? 29:07 Did Chara find the forgiveness in her path, and did it help her get through the challenging part of her life? 36:14 Adding more to forgiveness. 41:33 Chara Rodriguera: For listeners who are not singers/songwriters/authors/writers – you are a creator as well. 43:19 How are Chara and her two little boys doing, in the midst of the pandemic. 45:15 Is Chara back to doing live Yoga classes now? 49:12 Meditating with Chara Rodriguera 57:40 Chara’s parting words with the listener   Spotify Playlist: Make sure you are not missing out on the amazing dHarmic evolution alumni artists here in our Spotify playlist! You can share this on your social media as well, to let the world know these awesome talents!   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg   dHarmic Evolution links:   Don’t forget to sign up on your favorite platform on dharmicevolution.com If you are inspired in any way, hoping that you can leave a review on Apple podcasts. That would be greatly appreciated. Just click this link, https://podcasts.apple.com/hr/podcast/dharmic-evolution/id997503357 You can also join the Facebook Community Page, https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/ and Facebook Group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395   Special Links and Mentions: Claire Diab Tony Robbins   Connect with Chara: Website: chara.tv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chara.tv Twitter: https://twitter.com/chara_inspire Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chara_inspire/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9b5uvbYoLsH4T0a4xoP4XA Email: info@Chara.Tv LOVE: Sacred Poems and Self Images by Chara Rodriguera https://www.amazon.com/LOVE-Sacred-Poems-Images-Rodriguera/dp/0999596845 Amazon.com – Chara Rodriguera’s books https://www.amazon.com/Chara-Rodriguera/e/B07DFVHMVW?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000

We have a phenomenal jazz singer on today’s episode of the dHarmic evolution. She became known not only for her pure voice in the exceptional five-octave range but for her ability to connect with her audiences emotionally and draw them into the music. She has played in Las Vegas for 14 years, sharing the stage alongside talents like Frank Sinatra Jr. and Billy Preston. She also was a featured entertainer for USO, lifting the spirits of our men and women in uniform for three years. From the great state of Indiana, let’s welcome Barbara Santora! Today, Barbara shares with us her great experiences in Las Vegas and the time she did USO tours. Get to know her more and of course, her music! We’re featuring some of her amazing songs such as “Micky’s,” “Midnight Escape,” and “That’s Just the Way It Goes”. We’ll get to listen to them, know their stories and go behind the scenes. More about Barbara Santora John Michael O’Leary –pianist, singer, and composer. Barbara’s duo called Side by Side. Check out their Facebook page and website to keep up to date with their awesome songs and new releases. All links are provided below. Quotes: 20:43 “I really hope James that I never reach a point in my life in my career, that I don't think I can learn something from someone. Because, I believe that if you reach that point where you feel that you cannot learn anymore, then you're really done.”   27:58 “I really think that that's the whole inspiration behind the whole thing is that, push the other stuff aside, stay true to yourself, and move forward. And somewhere, someone along the way, is finally going to realize who you are and what you do.”   33:25 “I go back to the fact that I don't believe that it was my talent that stopped me; from our lack of talent that stopped me from making it a long time ago. If what we call making it is what we call like, being known all over the world. But I really believe it was because I believed that you had to keep the principles. If I cannot look in the mirror and like who I am, then I'm not gonna be happy.”   55:50 “It doesn't really make any difference if you've got 100 people or you've got 10,000 people. You are there to do what God gave you the gift to do and do it. Go for it. Go for it. I don't care how big your crowd is how little your crowd is. Give them all you've got because that's what God gave you.”   57:23 “For all of those out there that have given up. Put your career in God's hands, and in His timing, and let Him decide when it's right for you to do it. Because you're going to go through obstacles all along your way. But if you love it, and it's what you're driven to do, put it in His hands and watch his miracles happen.”   Timestamps: 03:18     Introducing Barbara Santora 04:38     Barbara’s music – has it always been jazz for her? 07:33     Barbara’s time in USO 11:14     Listen to “Micky’s” by Barbara Santora 13:54     How was Micky’s put together? 16:29     Where did they record Micky’s? 17:40     For Barbara, what is the best process when putting a song together? 22:37     Listen to “Midnight Escape” by Barbara Santora 26:41     The story behind the song “Midnight Escape” 28:52     Barbara shares her journey in Vegas, and some stories with the people, she shared the stage with. 35:31     For Barbara, what is her best chapter in life? 39:55     Listen to “That’s Just the Way It Goes” by Barbara Santora 43:43     Barbara takes us to the studio when recording “That’s Just the Way It Goes” 47:38     How are they doing in Indiana and how they handled the pandemic? 51:31     Barbara’s favorite places to play. 56:18     Barbara Santora’s message to the listeners   Spotify Playlist: Make sure to check out the dHarmic Rising stars playlists on Spotify! We currently have two playlists named Aquila and Orion, and we’re currently working on the third one, so don’t miss out on these amazing and talented artists who are also alumni of the dHarmic Evolution. You can copy these links and share this on your social media to let other people hear these amazing talents as well.   dHarmic Rising Stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA   dHarmic Rising Stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg   dHarmic Evolution links:  Also, don’t forget to sign up on your favorite platform on dharmicevolution.com/ We also appreciate it if you leave a review on the Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/hr/podcast/dharmic-evolution/id997503357   And, be part of our Facebook Community Page, https://www.facebook.com/dharmicevolution/ and Facebook Group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/995607857167395   Special Links and Mentions: Frank Sinatra Jr. Billy Preston Bob Hope Foley Entertainment – Eugene Foley Liberace Doc Severinsen Burt Reynolds Larry Holmes Robert Goulet Barbara Eden Tony Bennett Muhammad Ali Lloyd Bridges Cary Grant Dr. Seuss Patsy Cline Phantom of the Opera Big band Mel Tormé Ella Fitzgerald   Connect with Barbara Santora: Website: barbarasantorajazz.com YouTube: Barbara Santora Official Facebook: Side by Side Twitter: @BarbaraSantora1 Instagram: @barbarasantoramusicofficial Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/barbara-santora/1519684611 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0kp87SCtM0OJnIJRv3HQxc YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCf3BUn5hO6Vn4QSp2heGLCA ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/barbarasantora  

We’ve got an awesome lady on the show today who is a celebrated singer-songwriter. We had her on the show before and I am happy to have her back featuring her new songs. All the way from North California, it is the wonderful, ubiquitous, and captivating voice of Kate Magdalena. Kate Magdalena gets deep on what’s going on in the world right now and how she sees her purpose as a singer-songwriter. She shares a lot of interesting views on the current situation and the pandemic. Also, get to hear these new songs featured today, “This is My Rebel Song” and “I Know A Heartache When I See One”. She shares her plans of going into Pop music and that’s something we would definitely look forward with. So, don’t forget to check out the links to her website and other social media pages below to keep you updated. More about Kate Magdalena Kate’s best place to connect with would be on her Instagram and Facebook. Links are provided below. Also, check out her website where she uploads a blog at least once a month and there are new songs to look forward to.   Quotes: 16:50 “What I have is simply, you know, I want clean water clean air. I want honest government. I want a constitutional government.”   21:46 “Our task, I believe, is to go deep within, is to reassess everything now, and to find out should we even be singing? Should we even be producing art? And if the answer is Yes, then it's got to be something that speaks now to the to the new music industry to the new time that we're in for however long that is.”   26:32 “I think there is a purpose, I don't exactly know. I think it has to do with spiritual healing through music, and not only that delighting through music and entertaining through music, and just being marvelous through music. And music will never lose that power.”   37:02 “I think that's what really lit my fire again. That, you know, I have to feel that I do have something to bring this world through my art, something to give. Not just that I want to receive the glory of it.”   Timestamps: 02:09 Welcome back on the show, Kate Magdalena 07:54 Talking about the COVID-19 Vaccine 12:39 Listen to “This Is My Rebel Song” by Kate Magdalena 16:29 Is Kate a Rebel? 18:19 Kate’s take on depression as a singer-songwriter. 22:47 Is there a certain place that Kate thinks she belongs to or somewhere she is comfortable to play in? 25:15 The music industry’s purpose. 29:29 Kate’s take on COVID-19. 33:08 Kate talks about going back to her purpose. 38:06 Listen to “I Know A Heartache When I See One” by Kate Magdalena 41:57 Going back to the studio and talking about her producer Billy Smiley 44:46 What inspires her to go out of the music that she normally does? 47:09 Kate mentioned she was in a cult in the 80’s. 49:25 What would be the best version of Kate's new career? 55:00 Kate’s favorite platform to connect with fans. 56:32 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist: Don’t forget to check out the dHarmic Rising stars playlists that we have, named Aquila and Orion. Don’t miss out on the amazing and talented artists that have been featured on the show. dHarmic Rising stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg Special Links and Mentions: Robert Koch Dr. Francis Boyle Anthony Fauci Judy Garland Barbra Streisand Ella Fitzgerald Eydie Gormé Bill Gates Melinda Gates George Soros Madonna John Keats Percy Bysshe Shelley Lord Byron Billy Smiley Joni Mitchell Stephen Stills Crosby, Stills & Nash Sinéad O'Connor Cyndi Lauper George Gurdjieff Hozier   Connect with Kate Magdalena:   Website: https://katemagdalena.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katemagdalenamusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kate_magdalena/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzOsM5sJADWGd--j7xlQxMQ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KateMagdalen iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/kate-magdalena/1245277903 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3r9XkUn1NSg2k2hm6JPQPV?si=-JzDwAmlQxqY-55vphtIMQ&nd=1 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/katemagdalena

It feels like I’m back where I belong and that is here on the dHarmic evolution hanging out with you. We’ve got an awesome, young Spitfire lady today on the show. We got to chat with her before and it’s amazing to hear from her again. She is a singer, a lyricist, and the star performer of the band Dream Aria, Ann Burstyn! Dream Aria is one of the best Canadian Progressive rock bands that I know. They were already great before, but there has been a lot of growth and development that you can hear in their sound. The playing and the vocals have jumped way up. As they said, their motto is “No rules, no boundaries.” They don’t limit themselves to evolving their sound. We’ve got two amazing tracks featured on the show today but there are a lot more to hear from them, so check out the links below on where you can find them. Ann updates us on how they are doing right now in Toronto, Canada – also with her daughter, health-wise, and of course, with their music. She also shares some of her hobbies and something that can help you with de-stressing. More about Dream Aria  Other Members: Donald Stagg – Keyboardist, Composer, and sometimes lyricist Garry Flint – Drummer, Producer/Engineer, Co-composer and main Composer Andrew Berezowsky – Guitarist, Violinist, Vocalist Dream Aria is virtually everywhere, but the best place to check them out is on their Facebook page. Ann and Don are both on it, checking your messages for whatever you need to reach out to them with. Also, check out their YouTube channel, they’ve got new videos waiting for you. All links are provided below. Quotes: 11:33 "Every day that's a studio day is the best day. For me, it's heaven and I don't like being away from the studio, in fact. I find it difficult."  23:03 We want to be together. The real magic is actually being together. 26:58 "Being outside in nature, and doing the photography and seeing all this beauty that I really didn't know existed. I mean, I knew it was there, just not to the extent that I've now seen, has been very healing for me. And it helped take away a lot of my physical pain, emotional pain, mental stress, it's a good de-stress. " 29:29 "The fresh air alone. I mean, anyone can do this if they're feeling low, or just, you know, clutters in their head. Just go outside, just for five minutes. It's so feeling just the fresh air or there's a certain vibe."  45:13 "I think my main thing lately is seeing that people are quite depressed, isolated, lonely, and sad. And when I speak with personal friends about this, I urge them to try something new to get out of there, that feeling of isolation." 46:55 "Honestly, everyone has something in them I think that they can tap into, and then they can develop into this gift they never knew and that they can share it with others. I mean, how great would that be?" Timestamps: 02:18 Introducing Ann Burstyn of Dream Aria 05:02 How Dream Aria got together 13:30 Listen to "Out of the Void" by Dream Aria 17:24 The story of "Out of the Void" 19:15 Ann's daughter 20:47 How are they doing in Mississauga? 23:32 Health-wise, how are they doing right now? 25:40 With everything that she's doing besides music, how does Ann manage her day and week? 31:18 Listen to "The Professor" by Dream Aria 35:00 The story of creating "The Professor" 40:38 Other hobbies that Ann is into. 44:50 Ann Burstyn's send-off message to the fans 47:14 The best place to connect with Dream Aria 49:30 Listen to "Connected" by James Kevin O'Connor Spotify Playlist: We’ve got two of the many playlists to look out for. They are named after the constellations, Aquila and Orion. Check out these links to hear the amazing and talented artist that we’ve featured on the show before. dHarmic Rising stars: Aquila https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4?si=L20-loGXR9i6IW0Z_GjEnA dHarmic Rising stars: Orion https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5CnL9tl0xbU4oDh6jtJBZx?si=ecg7eEbLQcSu1dRBDCGALg Special Links and Mentions: Genesis Pink Floyd Emerson, Lake & Palmer Rush Enigma Enya Yanni Tangerine Dream Neil Peart Connect with Dream Aria: Facebook:                  https://www.facebook.com/Anndreamaria YouTube:                   https://www.youtube.com/channelUC0NOhYNY5T0RA2G72m-KUTw Instagram:                  https://www.instagram.com/Annelizabeth1131/ Twitter:                       https://twitter.com/dreamariacanada?lang=en Myspace:                    https://myspace.com/dreamariacanada Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7eRQH6aw3eemGd0yN1nwfF?si=hIu8YrPTRfKqKQDuSimVVQ iTunes:                       https://itunes.apple.com/ca/artist/dream-aria/id169038425 ReverbNation:           https://www.reverbnation.com/dreamaria Apple Music:             https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dream-aria/169038425

It’s good to be back home here in the dHarmic Evolution. It has been a few weeks and I want to thank everyone for continuously supporting the show even in my absence. You guys are great! In this episode, we’re going to talk about the horrible dreaded disease, COVID-19. I’m going to share with you my personal experience with it. I will discuss how it started, the symptoms I felt, and what I did about it. I hope you get something from this and hopefully will help you out. Timestamps 00:18     Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution 03:47     A short thank you message 05:16     How I got sick over the holidays? 07:19     How it started? 10:03     Loss of Smell and appetite 11:58     Freezing 12:41     No energy 13:15     Headaches 13:55     Rattling Cough 16:01     Rashes 16:36     The backslide 17:21     The Psychological Warfare 17:50     What to do about it? 23:43     Wrap up message 25:31     Listen to “Like I’m Home” by James Kevin O’Connor Quotes 21:41 “But for me, I will trust in the Lord's grand design of my own apothecary that cured me.” 23:22 “So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”  2 Corinthians 4:18 Connect to my blog Just go to the dHarmicevolution.com and click on the “Sign me up!” button on the audio player to be on my mailing list immediately. Spotify Playlist Don’t forget to check out the Spotify playlist “Rising dHarmic Stars: Aquila” Featuring amazing and talented artists who have been guests on this show! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4  

Today we've got a really unbelievable guy, he is like a throwback to yesteryear. This young man is a tribute to the best rock music you've ever heard in your life. His music is like a rework of the whole sound of the classic rock icons of years gone by and made it even better. Check out this gentleman! He is a musician, producer, singer-songwriter, and mixing engineer. Moreover, he is an actor for a couple of decades now. All the way up from North Carolina, Jason Damico! A little background on Jason Damico He grew up with great parents who have been supporting him in both music and acting. He started out as an actor when he modeled as a calendar baby at 18 months old. At 2 years old, he was holding a plastic guitar, making the couch as the amplifiers and it is for him as a vision quest and that’s how everything started. He was raised music-wise with a little bit of the faith-based Christian raw community and the secular music – from the classic rock icons. At 15, he won the battle of the bands with some friends. Recording his music fueled his creativity in producing and as a mixing engineer to create sounds. During his freshman to sophomore years, he went to jazz camps at colleges. He was in college-level theory courses as a drummer, his main instrument. He also shared with us his injury back when he was 14 which instead of being a setback became a supernatural experience on understanding the context of soundscape both from a structural standpoint and also melodic theory. Jason as an actor, musician, and producer at this time Jason’s honest answer when asked how he managed to balance his acting and music career is “Barely”. He really got a lot on his plate. But from his standpoint, he considers acting and music as not as much different. Due to the current situation, Jason just did house concerts, but he is mainly focusing on all the projects he is going to roll out in 2021. He also did mix a couple of records for other artists. As of the moment, he is still in the process of elimination and is waiting to unfold what is in store in the future. More about Jason Damico Jason got good news on what he’s been working on and the best place to stay tuned is through his website, jasondamico.com. You can also catch him on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. All links are provided below. Quotes: 13:59 I really didn't see any problem in not pursuing it. It seemed like a problem if I didn't pursue it. 27:07 If I can just take a second to try and encourage anybody out there who has been through any type of physical trauma. You know, there's light at the end of the tunnel and sometimes it could be your greatest asset later on. It just takes time. 32:48 You're just trying to be authentic and be present at the moment and have the best performance possible. 56:42 I would say, just stay true to yourself, and really take the time to meditate, spend time in prayer, whatever that means for you. And really settle down within yourself and just be okay with the silence. Timestamps 01:07 Introducing Jason Damico 04:18 Jason shares his musical influences 06:28 Listen to “Green Eyed Blonde” by Jason Damico 10:41 Jason’s take on bands and how he started producing 15:28 A little story on his eye surgery when he was a kid 20:05 Listen to “Hold Me A Little Closer” by Jason Damico 23:34 Continuation of Jason’s story on his surgery 28:01 Jason as an actor, how did it start? 30:49 How is Jason managing everything – as an artist, producer, and a singer-songwriter 32:55 Listen to “Old Soul” by Jason Damico 37:58 Jason’s take on being an actor vs. a musician 42:17 What are Jason’s aspirations for his career 47:11 Listen to "My Rock & Roll” by Jason Damico 52:56 What is Jason busy with right now? 55:52 Jason’s best wishes and parting words to the audience 58:22 Best place to know more about Jason and his upcoming releases 59:38 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist Come and check out the Spotify playlist “Rising dHarmic Stars” Featuring amazing and talented artists who have been a guest in the show! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 Special links and Mentions Jim Morrison Stevie Ray Vaughan Jimi Hendrix Woodstock Led Zeppelin Grand Funk Railroad Mark Farner The Beatles Duke Medicine (North Carolina) Stewart Copeland The Police Van Halen Deep Purple Robert De Niro Joe Pesci Jimmy Page Eric Gales PJ Farley Kenny Aronoff Gary Hoey   Connect with Jason Damico Website: www.jasondamico.com YouTube: jasondamico Instagram: @jdamicoofficial Facebook: @jdamicoofficial Twitter: @jdamicoofficial Snapchat: jdamico94 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7uUmUs9J7XhdPss0T61003 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/jasondamico1 ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/jasondamico  

Come with me as I visit Los Angeles with the wonderful artist, we have on the show today Isabelle Stillman! She is an overachiever and she is so many things – she's an educator, a teacher, a singer-songwriter, a musician, and a full-time student too. Also, listen to her latest album “Heartrender” which is a collection of songs that navigate changing worlds and the strength that comes from the search for yourself. Isabelle Stillman’s Music  Most of Isabelle’s songs are lyric-based. She doesn’t want to bury the lyrics with the production that they are making. Well, you can definitely hear that with her songs feature today on the show, “Damage Control”, “The Gun”, “Tragicomedy” and “Why Didn’t You Tell Me?” Know more about these songs and the back story of them. This is a collection of her and someone else’s experiences that will definitely captivate you. Isabelle on balancing her careers  Isabelle Stillman is a high school English teacher, a singer-songwriter and currently taking up a Master's in English and an MFA in Creative Writing in fiction. She shares with us how complicated it is between her two careers. She also had a hard time preserving her creative side and needs to make sure she got to block off time to continue to be creative – to write, play, and practice. She’s planning of rethinking her schedule to balance things more. More about Isabelle Stillman  Isabelle updates things most frequently on Instagram and on her bio is a link where you can catch her on everything. All links to her social media pages are also listed below.  Quotes 10:04 “…it's definitely reinforcing for me how important a school community is to the health of a school and of its people.” 25:27 “…they think I'm always insisting that the person who held the gun is the person who has done damage, it’s an important lesson that I've learned, but one that we don't always tell young women for sure.” 35:43 “I think when we are afraid of one thing, in that case, the virus, we become afraid of almost everything.” 53:17 “…that's a lesson that I had to learn on my own, that not every interaction with love or intimacy is beautiful, and people hurt you.” Timestamps 00:21   Shoutout to the listeners from India through Ghana 01:52   Introducing Isabel Stillman 04:41   Isabelle’s hometown and transitioning to L.A 06:45   Isabelle Stillman as a Teacher and what she thinks on Zoom classes 11:47   Listen to “Damage Control” by Isabelle Stillman 15:41   Is her stripped-down music done purposely or created during the record? 19:25   The story behind the song “Damage Control” 21:09   Listen to “The Gun” by Isabelle Stillman 24:33   A backstory on her song “The Gun” 25:45   How does Isabelle balance her two careers? 29:36   How does Isabelle manage her schedule as a teacher, full-time student, and musician? 35:08   What is “Tragicomedy” about? 36:33   Listen to “Tragicomedy” by Isabelle Stillman 39:11   A little discussion on her song Tragicomedy 42:56   What formed Isabelle as far as being an artist? 45:56   Isabelle Stillman’s music influences 48:32   Listen to “Why Didn’t You Tell Me?” by Isabelle Stillman 52:32   Isabelle tells the story of “Why Didn’t You Tell Me?” 55:45   Best place to connect with Isabelle Stillman 56:25   Isabelle’s parting words and best wishes for the listeners 58:57   Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist Check out the Spotify playlist “Rising dHarmic Stars” Featuring artists who have been on the shows in the past! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 Special links and Mentions Mel Brooks The Three Stooges Taylor Swift Joni Mitchell Sara Evans Martina McBride Trisha Yearwood The Chicks Connect with Isabelle Stillman  Website:          isabellestillman.com Facebook:       @isabellestillmanmusic Instagram:       @isabellestillmanmusic YouTube:        Isabelle Stillman Music Spotify:            Isabelle Stillman

It’s Christmas and greetings of Merry Christmas to everyone!   Today, it’s a pleasure to have one of the most hardworking talented young ladies. She is a great songwriter and has an incredible voice, she was also a CMA winner a couple of years back! She's done it all and continues to have an unbelievable work ethic and motivation to keep creating, performing, and playing. A female country singer-songwriter, Susan Hickman all the way from Houston, Texas!   Susan has a tremendous desire, determination, talent, and work ethic all combined. She's been just playing forever to the point where she really did some physical damage to herself from overdoing it on stage. We’ll get to know the story behind this as she shared it with us today.   Get to know about Susan, her music, her sound, and her influences – and of course, we get to listen to her great songs!   Susan Hickman as a singer-songwriter   Susan loved music ever since she was a kid. She knew she was meant to do this. She started writing songs at the age of 5 or 6 years old as an entertainer to her younger sister. She grew up with parents who loved music as well. She shared with us the kind of music she listened to and what inspired her to craft her sound.  She does songwriting session’s and she loves to co-write! She even did a mentoring program with a lot of young singer-songwriters. Her talent and passion are really overflowing. We’ll get to listen to her great skills through the songs we have featured today and the back story of how it came to life.   More about Susan Hickman   Visit susanhickman.com, all her social media sites and periodically she sends an email list of her tour dates! All the links for her social media are also listed below. Check them out!   Also, take a look at her latest music video release “Rewind”.   Quotes:  34:52  So, whenever I decided to do music as a career. I felt like, I don't want to be pigeonholed. I just want to have my own sound and if I have influences from something soulful or something more rocking or something that's even a little Poppy, that's okay.   44:02  But sometimes just little things here and there. It makes such a huge difference. And that's why I just love co-writing because sometimes you just need to get out of your own way and get out of your own headspace.   45:36:  And as far back as I can remember, music was such a huge deal for me. I mean, I just thought I was always meant to do that.   55:58  I wish I just had a rewind button to where I could rewind and figure out how I can reformat my day, more efficiently.   Timestamps   02:10 Introducing Susan Hickman  06:30 Listen to “Moth to a flame” by Susan Hickman  10:55 Susan shares the recording process and the people he worked with her track “Moth to a flame”  16:13 Susan tells the story of the surgery she went through  22:04 Listen to “Hesitation” by Susan Hickman  26:02 A little background on her song “Hesitation”  30:05 Susan’s affiliation to Nashville  33:51 The kind of music Susan does  36:43 Listen to “Save Me” by Susan Hickman  40:54 The story behind “Save me”  44:15 When did Susan recognize her ability with songwriting?  45:52 Susan’s influences to craft her sound  50:12 Listen to “Rewind” by Susan Hickman  53:32 A little back story on “Rewind”  1:00:30 Best place to connect with Susan  1:01:20 Last words of wisdom and wishes to the audience  1:02:38 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist   Click the link below and check out the Spotify playlist “Rising dHarmic Stars”   Featuring amazing and talented artists who have been a guest on this show!  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   Special links and Mentions  Stormy Cooper Motown Poppy Pete Townshend LeAnn Rimes Dolly Parton Vince Gill Garth Brooks Stevie Nicks Linda Ronstadt Don Henley   Connect with Susan Hickman   Website:https://www.susanhickman.com/  Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/susanhickmanmusic  Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/susanhickmanmusic/  Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/SusanLynnetteHickman/  Twitter:https://twitter.com/susanhickman  Snapchat:SusanHickman1  Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/2ZS0CtuGcK8LdoxORVMf6u  Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Susan-Hickman/dp/B001VG48RS?pldnSite=1  Apple Music:https://music.apple.com/us/artist/susan-hickman/86311049   

We’re back with another Spotlight series today! I’m delighted to give attention to these four awesome artists we are revisiting. We are enclosing the links of the full interviews below so check to download them and here all for songs from each artist! Let’s listen and enjoy the music and stories from these singer-songwriters, musicians, and vocalists. We’ve got four talented artists lined up today: MoeDeLL Jordan White Kylie Odetta Mikalyn Hay Interview with MoeDell We’ll start this show with MoeDeLL -- a hardworking and talented man that holds 250-270 shows a year. He has performed for crowds of every size, from farmers' markets to bars, and corporate events. MoeDeLL is a prolific Americana songwriter. He plays the guitar and will captivate you with his unique voice and creative lyrics. He loved music as a kid and he started to learn to play the guitar at 9 years old. Listen to MoeDeLL’s song being featured today in the show, “Hoppin’ Trains”.  You can listen to MoeDeLL’s full interview here: https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de226-hoppin-trains-with-moedell/ Interview with Jordan White Next, we have Jordan White, a young man originally from Philadelphia. He writes great pop-rock songs that really cut to the heart. He has a good voice and a great chord structure. Every time he comes up with something new I am plugging in and listening, I have become a fan... He’s been on the dHarmic evolution twice. Let’s look back on the conversation where Jordan is describing some transitional period in his life which led to the recording of the track being featured today. The song is Jordan’s title track for his new EP, “High Road”. You can listen to Jordan’s past full interviews here: https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de225-jordan-white-taking-the-high-road-from-nj-to-philadelphia/ https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de49-jordan-white/ Interview with Kylie Odetta Now, we’ll have a young lady which is way wiser beyond her years, Kylie Odetta.  She is an indie/soul singer-songwriter. She creates music that is powerful and dreamy. Her raspy voice will definitely capture you. We have one of Kylie’s smash hits “Under the Sun” featured today on the show. She shared on the show before a cool discussion about songwriting, vocals, voice changing, surgery, and mostly sounds. She also mentioned one of her favorite shows that created a cozy welcoming experience where people get to be a part of the music and it’s not just her who performs on stage. You can listen to Kylie’s past full interviews here: https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de223-kylie-odetta-is-back-with-a-new-sound-and-lots-of-sunshine/ https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de36-kylie-odetta/ Interview with Mikalyn Hay  Lastly, we have a hardworking and fabulously talented young lady from Guelph Canada. Talent and work ethic combined is a powerful elixir and it is Mikalyn Hay. She is a talented singer-songwriter and an in-demand collaborator.  She also had a list of achievements and awards that are really so impressive! Mikalyn’s song featured today on the show is “Deep End”. There are a lot of cool things and cool places to visit in her hometown and she shared them with us! Check out these cafés mentioned by Mikalyn, “Red Brick Cafe”, “B Side Lounge”, “Kate’s Cafe”, where you might also catch her life. There’s also discussion about pre-production, the studio, friends, and support.  You can listen to Mikalyn’s full interview here: https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de219-mikalyn-hay-canadian-360-artist-with-a-bright-future-in-your-world/ Timestamps: 00:30   Spotlight Series 3 4:08   MoeDeLL 7:22   Listen to “Hoppin’ Trains” by MoeDeLL 11:17   Jordan White 14:55   Listen to “High Road” by Jordan White 18:07   Kylie Odetta 26:30   Listen to “Under the Sun” by Kylie Odetta 29:24   Mikalyn Hay 39:23   Listen to “Deep End” by Mikalyn Hay 43:53   Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor   Spotify Playlist Check out the Spotify playlist “Rising dHarmic Stars” An awesome collection of music from artists who have exclusively been on the dharmic Evolution! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4   Connect with MoeDeLL Website:          https://moedell.com/ Facebook        @MoeDeLLMusic Instagram        @moedell Twitter             @moedell Spotify             MoeDeLL Connect with Jordan White Website:          www.jordanwhitemusic.com Facebook:       @jordanwhitemusic Twitter:            @jordanfWhite Instagram:       @jordanwhitemusic Spotify:            Jordan White Connect with Mikalyn Hay Facebook:       @MikalynMusic Instagram:       @mikalynmusic Youtube:          Mikalyn Music Soundcloud:    Mikalyn MusicTwitter:            @MikalynMusic ReverbNation  Mikalyn Music Patreon           Mikalyn Hay Younk              Mikalyn Hay   Connect with Kylie Odetta Website:          kylieodetta.com Instagram:       @kylieodetta Facebook:        Kylie Odetta Twitter:             @kylieodetta Spotify:             Kylie Odetta Soundcloud:      Kylie Odetta YouTube:          Kylie Odetta Reverbnation:   Kylie Odetta Selected links and mentions: Antigone Rising Better Than Ezra Cheap Trick Bret Michaels Blind Melon Eagles Fleetwood Mac Willie Nelson Goo Goo Dolls

We have an awesome young artist in the show today! She is just 17 years old but she already created a unique vintage Americana sound that crosses the boundaries of many different styles. With the help of influences based in the 70s, rock rhythm and blues, and modern poeticism. Singer, songwriter, and actress from a small town in West Virginia, Lillie King! Check out her brand-new debut self-titled EP, and fall in love with the sound that will remind you of the good old great songwriting that happened in the late 60s and early 70s. Lillie King shared that it was what she loved listening to while she was growing up. Lillie King’s Music career and her Theater Life  Lillie King started out as a theater actress at around six years old. Her parents are not into music, but her grandparents are the ones who pushed her to take the classes. She eventually stopped but at the age of 12, she missed performing on stage and went back to the theater where she was filled with four years of great experiences since then. She is a trained soprano operatic singer; she went to the New York Film Academy for this when she was around 14 or 15 years old. She just started writing songs at 16 years old. She won Talent West Virginia where she got herself an EP deal and had to write her own song. That’s where “Cheated Love” was born. One thing to watch out for, as well, is her song “Home by Ten” which is what she described as an autobiography of her life. Also, check out her metaphorical song titled “Roses”, which relates to her life in the theater. “Red” is another track that you can relate to, whether it’s a family relationship, a friend relationship, or, a personal relationship. Currently, Lillie King made the executive decision to stop singing in the theater realm for a while. She struggled to switch the two voices that she is using – her soprano voice and her studio voice. She wanted to focus on her music career right now. She hopes that one day she can go back to the theater without having to worry about switching her voices.  More about Lillie King Good news! Lillie King loves to connect with people, the best place to do it will be on her Instagram. If you want to know more about her, check out her website. All the links will be provided below. Quotes: 4:47 I'm not trying to write what's in right now. I'm trying to write what I love to listen to. 22:02 When you love what you're working on, you want to work on it. You don't want to stop, and you have fun while you're doing it. That's just the best part of the process. 25:17 I love nature. I love being outside. So, it's just finding those little moments that I can take to rest. Then so I can get really excited to come back and work on the stuff that's important. 52:25 I know a lot of people in my life who are stressing out about their futures and what may or may not happen, and I just want to let everyone know that it's better not to stress.  It's better to let God's hand take over because something good will come from it. You just have to wait and work hard.  Timestamps 2:39 Welcoming Lillie King to dHarmic Evolution 3:56 Lillie King’s self-titled EP and a little look at her music influences 6:05 Listen to “Cheated Love” by Lillie King 9:23 What is the backstory of the song “Cheated Love”? 11:03 Lillie King’s background in Theater and how it helped her be the star that she is today. 14:36 What is the song “Home by Ten” about? 15:40 Listen to “Home by Ten” by Lillie King. 23:42 What are Lillie King ‘s hobbies and favorites outside of music? 26:57 How did “Red” came about and how did it get written? 29:11 Listen to “Red” by Lillie King 32:53 A little glimpse on Lillie King’s experience in New York City and the New York Film Academy 39:50 Listen to “Roses” by Lillie King 42:59 The questions behind the making of “Roses” 44:19 Balancing her theater and music career 46:55 Is Lillie King working with a vocal coach? 50:58 Best place to reach Lillie King 51:31 Lillie King’s last words for the audience 53:24 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist Check out the Spotify playlist “Rising dHarmic Stars” Featuring 30 artists who have been on the shows in the past! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 Special links and Mentions  The Supremes Brian Wilson Paul Simon Motown Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Chris Caskey (Producer) Eagles Glyn Johns Bill Szymczyk Joe Walsh Roxie Hart Connect with Lillie King  Website:          https://www.lillieking.com/ Instagram:       https://instagram.com/lillie.king Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/lilliekingmusic Tiktok:             @lilliekiing Spotify:            https://open.spotify.com/artist/6KQfcQmOwwEprVSGK2avMr Youtube:          https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfbN1LVsqAK3i73uZPKZ5ag/    

Pop-singer, songwriter, and an artist coach! Dani Felt will join us today for an exciting view on her music solo career and her business in the music industry. Dani Felt is originally born in Philadelphia. She has adapted her music life to the Music City. She exceeded the expectations of many when she switched from being a singer-songwriter to the pop genre. She spins tales of twisted love dark secrets and haunted stories. The dark pop sound of her music complements her powerful and seductive voice. She released her debut pop single “Queen” this year 2020. She made a bold statement and a hardcore vibe through her latest track. She wanted to make sure that her music is impacting people in some way.  Which is definitely something we can feel with her tracks. Dani Felt’s musical background  Dani Felt started to enjoy performing when she was a little kid. She started with Nursery rhymes at the age of two and would perform in front of her parents. At 10, she started doing voice lessons. She did musicals and theaters during her middle and high school years, as well. In middle school, she started doing poetry. She combined her love for writing words and music and put them into songwriting. She also entered several musical camps when she was a kid. She liked being in studios writing, recording, and performing at a really young age. Her parents are not musically inclined, although they have a huge passion for music. Her grandmother can sing but did not really pursue a career in it. Her dad’s second cousin is a song-writer and wrote the song The Greatest Love of All. Overall, she is surrounded by a creative vibe. Dani Felt’s early career in the music industry  It was in college when Dani Felt learned that she loves leadership, project management, and finding the right people. A year later, she interned at a music PR company in London wherein she got fired. She wanted to prove that she can do her own thing. And so, she started a music blog without any connections and started from there. She moved to New York and realized that she is really good at connecting people together.  She gets to showcase artists and got to connect people in the industry -- filmmakers, painters, artists, musicians, business people where she would put up events together. Eventually, she had to stop since it was a lot of work for not a lot of money. Her business in the music world  Dani Felt believed that artists should not just focus on one platform. She said that the main point is to understand who their fans are, where they are, what your brand is, and what you're selling. She believes that there are many ways to monetize the artist’s skill, they just have to get creative, create, and plan. She likes to teach people to put themselves first and value themselves and their gifts. She gets frustrated most when people need her help, but don't want to change or do the work. Although this year, she is learning to let people have control of their own lives and make decisions. Without any pressure, she just wants them to come to her when they want to work with her. That’s when she realized that when she focuses on what her working on, it attracts more clients because seeing what she does makes them want to be part of it. She also believes that mindset portrays the biggest part. She stated that if you don't believe that it's possible, it will not be possible. She is also a fan of learning and she shares them with her clients, from the emotional aspect to money management.   Timestamps  2:16 Check out Dani Felt’s new single, “Queen” 2:44 A look at Dani Felt’s sound and musical background 7:45 Listen to “Gone” by Dani Felt 10:40 The crazy story behind the song “Gone” 12:44 How is her family doing back in Philadelphia? 15:02 How did she get involved in the business world of music? 18:56 Listen to “Drowned in Heartache” by Dani Felt 22:50 A continuation on the journey of her business that helps artists to showcase their talent. 26:52 What is her take on doing business on Spotify? 33:56 What does Dani Felt get excited about; being a creative artist or a business person? 37:33 Listen to “Queen” by Dani Felt 41:05 Dani Felt’s shares her experience in the studio while creating her single “Queen” 43:32 Her most challenging experience in coaching 48:07 Who are the thought leaders that inspired and helped her? 52:50 Where’s the best place to connect with Dani Felt? 53:29 Dani Felt’s parting words of wisdom to the listeners 56:08 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist “Rising dHarmic Stars” is the Spotify Playlist to keep an eye on! it has past stand out guests that you simply must give a listen to here! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 Quotes: 16:33 That was a really cool moment because I realized so many things that artists can make an impact with their music, that anyone can do anything even if they've never had any experience. 34:27 If I had to choose, I would choose music, but I would have to make sure that the music I'm making is impacting people in some way. 45:28 I realized that the more I just focus on whatever I'm working on at the moment, the somehow attracts clients. 47:17 If you don't believe that it's possible, it will not be possible 52:40 Really value your time because it is the only thing we have. Everything. Like that's the only thing that we have. 53:59 I would just say, never give up. Like, never give up on your dreams. Do what you love. Take action. Just take it one step at a time. Selected links and Mentions  Linda Creed Whitney Houston Justin Bieber Poo Bear Stevie Wonder Imagine Dragons Lorde Whitehouse Gary Vaynerchuk (Gary Vee) Sara Longoria Jourdan Rystrom George Gilder   Connect with Dani Felt  Website:          https://danifeltmusic.com/                         https://danifelt.com/ Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/danifeltmusic/ Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/danifeltmusic/ Twitter:            https://twitter.com/danifeltmusic/ Spotify:            https://open.spotify.com/artist/26afSnl4Sw12ZtTtEF8IVl Youtube:          https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6eSYoqIwDTv7g7GxEmXl9g          

Our guest today is a young man who has made a name for himself in the music industry. He is a self-taught producer, audio engineer, musician, singer and songwriter. “Complementary”, his first EP was released May of this year and people are raving about it. Let’s welcome all the way from Maryland, Vicu! His songs “BTTFL” (Back to the Future Love), “Blame it on Me”, and “Something About Her” to name a few showcase Vicu’s unique sound, fantastic guitar techniques and skills that perfectly combined with his modern edge songwriting and creative phrasing. Moreover, his songs have brought love, hope, and inspiration to a lot of people. Being one of the top promising producers, Vicu has worked with some of the amazing artists in the industry. Most recently, he has worked with Matt Viers, his production partner, on none other than Rihanna’s upcoming album. As a musical producer and an artist Vicu’s passion is to bring out the best in people. Consequently, he finds it joyful to help artists along the way. As a matter of fact, Vicu has developed a lot of artists, groups, and even rappers especially in his state, Maryland. Not only does he have a pursuit to produce and develop artists, but also Vicu wanted to be an artist himself. Through cultivating his fellows, it really helped him get sharp with production and songwriting. He is also a self-taught artist and very hands-on. Growing up he would sit and watch Youtube to learn how to play songs on a guitar. Over the years he has also developed his one-of-a-kind writing skill, and the lyrics of his songs captivate the hearts of many. Balancing producing, artistry, and life Having a lot on his plate right now, running his production company with his friend Matt Viers, working with other artists, and at the same time being an artist himself, Vicu still manages to balance everything that is happening in his life. On the other side of the spectrum, in these difficult times when people in general lost a lot this year, whether it be happiness, rough situations, or even people. Vicu was one of those people; he actually lost four of his loved ones this year. He even opened up about a detail in his personal life - that he is adopted from Romania. Knowing that information, Vicu’s outlook is to take full advantage of his life and just make the most of it. Despite all these, he remains positive and grateful with all the blessings and opportunities that are being showered upon him. More of Vicu Connect with, support, and learn more about Vicu’s music, artistry, production, and everything in between through the links below.  Timestamps 3:58 Vicu’s journey to producing and being and artist 8:52 Listen to “Blame it on me” by Vicu 12:55 What did Vicu start with and what is he currently using on his audio development journey? 15:46 Listen to “BTTFL” (Back to the Future Love) by Vicu 19:47 What possessed Vicu to write the song, “BTTFL”? 20:32 At what part of the journey with making “BTTFL” did Vicu feel that he is into something special? 24:56 A glimpse of Vicu’s production company and the balance with producing and artistry 26:22 Vicu’s learnings and outlook in life as an adopted child 32:37 Listen to “Something About Her” by Vicu 36:05 Who are Vicu’s musical influences? 45:40 Listen to “Coconut Rum” by Vicu 48:28 Why “Coconut Rum” is Vicu’s one of favorite songs? 53:59 If Vicu’s stuck in a desert island, which 3 records will he take with him? 57:02 Vicu’s thoughts on marketing and Spotify 1:04:47 Shoutout to everyone listening on the show; best place to connect with Vicu 1:07:06 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Spotify Playlist “Rising dHarmic Stars” is the Spotify Playlist to keep an eye on!, it has past stand out guests that you simply must give a listen to here, so click, and listen! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4loDaYF0OuWRjZeMXvEjK4 Quotes 6:04 Just being somebody that could bring things out of people, I really love doing that a lot with this music stuff. 6:13 The discovery of learning to do new things, you know, being able to do something you couldn't do yesterday as an artist is a joy like no other. 8:35 Music makes itself once that becomes available to you. And once you become available to yourself, and that just takes time. It takes growth…it takes going through things, uncomfortable things…growing up is uncomfortable for everybody. 27:41 I have to take advantage of my life, and just make sure I make the most of it. Connect with Vicu: Website - http://www.vicumusic.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vicuofficial Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vicuofficial/ Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/vicuschek Twitter - https://twitter.com/vicuofficial Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3n14MuW6YIPjO7TrCUqhsk Selected links and mentions G-Eazy Darrell Williams Jason Derulo Rihanna Michael Jackson Bruno Mars George Michael Sam Smith Elton John Freddie Mercury SJ3 Little Wayne Desmond Dennis Kyle Thompson Tone Stith Chris Brown Prince John Mayer Drake Pink Sweats Ed Sheeran    

Today we’ve got something special - a young lady who is just a badass in rock and roll with an intense passion for audio engineering, guitars, and blues music. Wow! This girl is one of a kind! Our guest for today is just 19 years old, yet her talent is so palpable. Let’s welcome on the show, musician, vocalist, and lyricist, Erin Coburn! How did Erin get into music? With all kinds of different music coming from each area of their house, Erin was indeed surrounded by music even at a young age. Her parents and brother are also listening to music 24/7. But what really sparked the interest in Erin was her dad’s guitar which she tried to play and claimed it her own when she was just 2 years old. As far as blues goes, her third guitar teacher introduced her to that music genre during their first lesson. It was when her teacher started playing around and doing solo that made her intrigued about blues. It is such a raw form of music. And what attracted Erin the most is that with blues, it’s just whatever you feel; it’s a straight expression. Inside stories about her songs The first song played on the show today is entitled “Everybody” which streamed from moments when life gets overwhelming, from everyone trying to get attention, and trying to do a million things at once. The next song is called “It’s Over” was played with a Fender Stratocaster that her grandpa helped her get when she was younger. It was one of her favorite guitars. And her song, “Misfit” is her newest single. It came from the Rudolph Christmas Special where they sing “why am I such a misfit”. This song is a message to everyone that it is okay not to fit in; it is cool to be unique. Thoughts about streaming services For Erin, streaming services is wonderful from the consumer’s point of view. On the other hand, as an artist, the idea is also great. Through streaming services like Spotify, artists can connect with fans at the push of a button. However, the tables have definitely turned. There is not a big enough value on what musicians are doing today. She believes that listeners/consumers need to put a value on the artists on social media. More about Erin Connect with Erin and get to know more about her life and music through the links listed below. Timestamps 2:46 Who in Erin’s family inspired her to get into music? 4:47 Listen to “Everybody” by Erin Coburn 9:19 Inside story about the song, “Everybody” 11:41 When did Erin get interested in audio engineering? 14:58 Listen to “It’s Over” by Erin Coburn 19:17 Erin describing her Strandberg guitar 20:56 Listen to Erin play a couple of riffs on her guitar 23:03 What is the most intriguing part of the audio production for Erin? 26:29 Who are Erin’s musical influences? 30:52 Listen to “Out from Under” by Erin Coburn 39:31 Who gives the cue when Erin’s using the backing track live? 42:00 What is Erin’s take on Spotify and streaming in general? 47:21 Story about Erin’s newest single: “Misfit” 49:26 Listen to “Misfit” by Erin Coburn 55:11 Shoutout to Erin’s fans! 56:44 When is her studio going to be built? 56:56 A glimpse of Erin’s family 59:03 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor  Quotes 10:25 Sometimes you just need to take a step back and write a song 4:34 Blues is such a raw form of music. And it's like a straight expression. Like there's no thinking. It's just whatever you feel and I think that's what really attracted me to it. 38:01 I love to mix it up and do the unexpected 49:17 I wanted to let them know that, it's okay to not fit in or to not feel like you fit in. It's cool. It's cool to be unique. 58:08 I love it when somebody really embraces an instrument and continues to take it up to new levels. Connect with Erin Website - https://www.erincoburn.com/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5o0doXIq7OsAEOlFwcwwDJ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ErinCoburnMusic/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/ShenanigansOnTheHill Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erincoburnmusic/ Selected links and mentions  dHarmic Rising Stars Spotify Playlist Badflower The Black Keys Cage the Elephant Joe Satriani Matt O’Ree Bruce Springsteen Leslie West B.B. King Gary Clark Jr. Janis Joplin Michael Jackson  

Welcome to episode #294 of dHarmic Evolution I am so excited about today’s show because we are graced by the presence of a very versatile artist. She is a vocal coach, singer-songwriter, and also an author. Not to mention her notable collaborations with famous artists like Sean Diddy and Mary J. Blige to name a few. Let’s give it up for Asiah Million! Born and raised in Queens, New York, Asiah is one of seven siblings. Growing up, she is surrounded by music all across the board. Hence, she is greatly influenced by her family from sharing interests with her siblings, admiration of her mother’s strength, to motherhood with her wonderful children, Taiwan, and Ocean. New Book: “Dreams, Love, and Music Lifestyle Revised” Together with her new book, Asiah has written tracks to go along with the chapter titles. This will soon be released as an album, so watch out for it! Moreover, Asiah has fascinatingly tied her music to the stories in her book. This was born out of the desire to be true to herself and do something that really makes sense. Owing to the fact that Asiah knew she can better express herself through music, and that is her truth. She wanted to tell a story but wanted to do it musically so that it could be authentic. Let’s get to know about the stories and adventures that came along with writing and making her singles: Firstly, “DLM” was done at her home last June. She felt alone and was a little depressed at this time because of the pandemic. Consequently, this has been her inspiration to write this song to give a good vibe to everyone because there was just so much going on. Her son has helped her with the arrangement and recording of the song; the track is done by the great musician, Arden Altino. Secondly, in the book, Asiah talked about what gives her the drive, and that’s how she found her purpose. As a result, she was able to write the song “Driven”. Music is so powerful to Asiah’s life that it can make her forget about the negativities in life. That is why she started doing the songs for each chapter of the book. She wanted to inspire people to get up, get out, and do what they’ve got to do. Lastly, “Her Story” is chapter one in the book. This was about a young lady telling her story to Asiah. It was about how the girl got out of one relationship that held her back. Then she met a guy who totally supported what she was doing. Get to know more about Asiah The best place to connect with Asiah is through her Instagram, @TheContinent. In addition, get to know more about her music and books from the websites listed below. Timestamps 3:20 On tying music to the stories in her books 5:13 Listen to “DLM” (Dreams, Love, and Music) by Asiah Million 10:00 Studio process and journey on creating the song “DLM” 13:10 On being one of seven children in the family 20:14 Listen to “Driven” by Asiah Million 23:28 The adventure of writing the book and sharing it musically 27:03 How are things now in New York? 30:21 What is Asiah’s favorite thing to do when she goes into the studio and work with people? 33:13 Asiah’s favorite setup in the studio as far as instrumentation 34:28 Story behind the Asiah’s song “Her Story” 35:17 Listen to “Her Story” by Asiah Million 41:51 Asiah’s writing process 45:22 What is her take on Spotify? 48:42 Connect with Asiah 51:31 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Quotes 4:43 I want to tell a story, but I want to do it musically so that it can be authentic. 12:00 You know what, for those who feel like they're going through something alone, you can actually play music and be okay. 25:00 I wanted it to inspire people that really get up, get out and do what you got to do. 25:48 … celebrate your life, whatever your life is. And I think that's why God tells us don't compare yourself to anyone. 25:25 This song is for the women to really like, understand how powerful you are. Even if you're going to be at home wife, be that great. Turn on your music and do the dishes and wash clothes and just be happy. Whatever you decide to do, just do it well. 31:47 So paying attention always served me better than trying to get attention. Connect with Asiah Website - www.asiahmillion.com Facebook - @AsiahTheContinent Instagram - @TheContinent Twitter - @AsiahMillion Youtube - @AsiahTheContinent Check out Asiah’s book: “Dreams, Love, and Music Lifestyle Revised” Amazon -“Dreams, Love, and Music Lifestyle Revised” Barnes & Noble - “Dreams, Love, and Music Lifestyle Revised” Selected links and mentions Sean “Diddy” Combs Teddy Riley Cory Rooney Adina Howard Mary J. Blige Anita Baker Arden “Keyz” Altino Jerry Wonda Wyclef Jean Michael Jackson Madonna The Bangles

Welcome to episode #292 of dHarmic Evolution Today’s show is very special. I will be featuring four of the best interviews I have done on the dHarmic Evolution. The links to the full interviews will be shown below. Let’s indulge in the stories and music of these singer-songwriters, vocalists, and musicians who are certainly extra special in what they do.  So, who do we have today? We have:  Luna Keller   Marc Jordan   Alyssa Marie Coon Savannah Morris   Interview with Luna Keller  Our first ever Spanish artist. Luna Keller is all the way from the Canary Islands. I was very honored to have her on the show six months ago. With so much experience, talent, and passion at such a tender age, Luna Keller’s unique blend of songwriting, teamwork production, and instrument playing will dazzle any music fan out of their seats! Luna’s song featured on the show today is “Alice is in love with a Mad Hatter” You can listen to Luna’s full interview here:  https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de259-luna-keller-singing-and-songwriting-on-the-canary-islands-simply-paradise/ Interview with Marc Jordan  Next is a true music legend, brilliant songwriter, music inspiration, and a talented artist from Canada, Marc Jordan. Additionally, he is the writer of Rod Stewart’s famous song “Rhythm of my Heart” and has written many other hits for major artists. Jordan has already been the recipient of several music awards including the ASCAP, JUNO, and the Smooth awards. Despite having already accomplished so much in the industry, the drive and passion that Jordan has for music and songwriting, according to him, is deeper and more profound than it’s ever been.  Marc’s song featured on this episode is a romantic smooth jazz rendition of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now” You can listen to Marc’s full interview here:  https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de258-marc-jordan-celebrates-both-sides-of-music-smooth-jazz-cant-get-any-smoother/  Interview with Alyssa Marie Coon  Now let’s go down to Florida as we listen to Alyssa Marie Coon’s music. I think she was 15 or 16 when she guested on the show. Her vocals are simply incredible, listening to her, you could easily forget that she’s just a teenager. Not only does this young woman have undoubtedly a great and special voice, but she is also a gifted songwriter who plays piano, guitar, and ukulele.  Listen to Alyssa’s featured song on this episode “Country Girl” You can listen to Alyssa’s full interview here:  https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de257-alyssa-marie-coon-age-is-oblivious-to-talent-and-determination/  Savannah Morris Last but not least is Savannah Morris from Nashville, Tennessee. As one of the 8 Nashville Natives, Savannah feels blessed both career-wise and socially by networking and linking with a lot of the Native locals in the music and entertainment industry, all of whom have supported and helped her evolve and get better with her music.  Moreover, I want to ask everyone to pray for Savannah. She has recently recovered from COVID-19. On the other hand, she has recently been diagnosed with Leukemia and is now being treated.   Savannah comes from royalty. Her whole family is rooted in music. If my memory serves me right, her father still plays for Loretta Lynn and her mom has done vocals for Elvis Presley, and many other huge stars.  Listen to Savannah’s featured song on the show “Kudzu” (a wildflower that grows in Tennessee) You can listen to Savannah’s full interview here:  https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de253-savannah-morris-one-of-the-8-nashville-natives-a-beautiful-energetic-sound/ Timestamps 00:25 Spotlight Series Number Two  2:56 Luna Keller   4:08 Listen to “Alice is in Love with a Mad Hatter” by Luna Keller   7:37 Marc Jordan  9:11 Listen to the rendition of “Both Sides Now” by Marc Jordan  16:26 Alyssa Marie Coon  17:32 Listen to “Country Girl” by Alyssa Marie Coon  21:14 Savannah Morris  23:26 Listen to “Kudzu” by Savannah Morris  29:16 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor  Connect with Luna Website: www.lunakeller.com  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Mqp7hngFJzrCbUePtHzTj?si=iTRdqQzCRpmgb0wKDZ7PmQ  Instagram: @luna_k_music Twitter: @LunaKellerM  Facebook: @lunakmusicofficial Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy_Vz06q1UPI3ezzwfmirZQ?sub_confirmation=1  Connect with Marc Website: www.marcjordan.com    Facebook: @marcwjordanmusic   Instagram: @marc_jordan_music   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEKnobe-hfDGmsvxWgP9fNQ   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2clUjxvyf90rQi8Rz7absT     Connect with Alyssa  Website: www.alyssamariecoonmusic.com Facebook: AlyssaMarieCoonMusicAM Twitter: @AlyssaMarieCoon Instagram: @alyssamariecoon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/alyssamarie136 Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/alyssa-marie-coon/912450783   Connect with Savannah  Facebook: @savannah.morris.9406 Instagram @savannah_grace4 Website smorris697.wixsite.com/savannahmorris  CdBaby store.cdbaby.com/Artist/SavannahMorris   Amazon www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PZ94XDP/  Selected links and mentions  Joni Mitchell  Rod Stewart  Loretta Lynn  Elvis Presley

Welcome to episode #292 of dHarmic Evolution It is with pleasure for me to introduce the only symphony conductor we have ever had on the Dharmic Evolution. Drummer, composer, and “World Maestro”, let’s welcome for the third time on the show, Colin Donohoe! The last twelve months have been both awesome and crazy for Colin. He and his wife, Ceren, wanted to be away and be in the woods to concentrate on the projects they are working on. Hence, they are currently in the beautiful state of Oregon. Unfortunately, there was a major fire in Oregon recently. Colin expressed his gratefulness and admiration to the dedicated team of firefighters. In dire circumstances, the team was able to drive the residents away from the fire while they were driving into the fire. And because of these efforts, they were able to come back safely home. Pivotal moments in Mongolia About a year ago, Colin embarked on a tour to Japan, South Korea, and Mongolia. This was a part of the project he was working on for his orchestra, “The Pangean Orchestra” wherein he interviews at least one musician from every country. He delved into the approaches, technical aspects of the instruments, and just learning their music in general. One of the most pivotal moments for him was in Mongolia where he was able to see a lot of concerts, jam with bands backstage, and what it is like to be a musician in Mongolia. He jammed with the musicians using his Kanjira which is an Indian drum (a very small frame drum, but it gives the characteristics of a drum set). Although they needed a translator from Mongolian or other languages to English, these musicians are totally eloquent. They blended pretty well and music has been their language. The Prayer Garden This project was born in Mongolia. Colin and Ceren went there to unplug from the world, get away from news and social media. Moreover, they went to the Gobi Desert, where there was no WiFi, literally nothing except endless sky and white foxes. Consequently, they were forced to live in the moment and just have a spiritual and peaceful time. Then at one of the concerts in Mongolia, they heard a woman announcer mispronouncing some English words. It sounded like “Prayer Garden”, but she actually said player something. As a result, the epiphany came to Colin, and realized that it is a good concept. However, his father died in February. Then they came back to Arizona to be with his mother, unfortunately, COVID-19 broke out. Due to the pandemic where everyone cannot go out and Colin had to take care of his mother, Colin, also needed an escape from everything that was going on. And so together with Ceren, they created The Prayer Garden. Wanting to be in a good space and just getting away from the anxiety, and apprehension during the pandemic, and also the recent loss of his father, Colin was able to write these incredible tracks. It initially started as a live stream, then he continued working out on the music and created a cinematic soundscape that would go underneath it. Because The Prayer Garden is supposed to bring the listener deeper into a meditational or relaxed state, he wanted to play something that was a bit of a flourish and a bit virtuosic, but also musical; it has to be melodic. He always makes sure the spirit of the piece is paramount, and that his playing should only be supporting the piece which is to bring people into peace and calm. Check out The Prayer Garden from the links below; this was just released on 10/16/2020. He also released an EP called The Sunset Serenity Mixes. Amazon  Facebook  Instagram  Spotify Timestamps 4:32 Experiences in Oregon and the recent major fire 8:19 Asian tour and pivotal moments in Mongolia 12:44 Listen to “Eloquent” by Colin O’Donohoe 16:50 The birth of “The Prayer Garden” album 25:54 Listen to “Inhale” by Colin O’Donohoe 30:24 Music is an escape and writing the tracks 33:32 Using space in music 38:11 Listen to “Morning Air” by Colin O’Donohoe 43:21 Where did Colin record the tracks 45:22 Plans on where to go next 49:52 Listen to “Solace” by Colin O’Donohoe 55:53 Does Colin find it difficult to connect with English translators when he interviews musicians from other countries 59:54 How are Colin’s kids doing? 1:00:26 Words of wisdom from Colin 1:04:35 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Quotes 24:20 It's funny you wrote the track. But as you're recording and practicing to it, you let the track speak to you. And you start to learn the track, and it's weird because you created it. You should know what the track wants, but now the track is its own entity. It's it is own thing. It has its own characteristics. And you listen back at it, you say, oh! I should be playing this here. Oh, that's what you want. And you get a relationship going with the music you just wrote. 28:27 Wherever you travel to, you bring a little piece of that back with you. 29:10 Just be alive and let your imagination take you where you want it to go. And if things work, you know, somehow get into your mind while you're listening. That's fine. You know, let it go in there and then let it pass out like a wave and then just be alive in the moment of the music. 29:30 One thing a lot of composers and performers forget is that one of the best things they can do with their music and with their instrument is just not played. Because silence is a note. 29:49 It's called embrace the silences because that's what makes music so beautiful is the spaces 42:59 We’re not trees. We don't have these roots that stick us in the ground. We're human, and humans have moved throughout the history of our species, we move. 43:31 If there's someplace you've always wanted to go to, then start making it a dream of “I've always wanted to see Australia or Ireland” or wherever, and make a plan to go there. Set yourself a plan and a course on how to get there. 45:33 If you're just so passionate about what you're doing, then it's just fun to get up every day. 58:09 But I would encourage all of us for all of our sakes, to take some time out every day, close your phones, close your computers, meditate, go for a walk with the trees. And take some time to get to know yourself. Because it's so easy with the things on our phone to just forget who we are. Connect with Colin Website www.worldmaestro.com Instagram @worldmaestro Facebook @worldmusicmaestro YouTube www.youtube.com/c/WorldMaestro/about Soundcloud soundcloud.com/worldmaestro Selected links and mentions James Brown Mark Twain As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

We’re heading out west today. All the way from Colorado, let’s take a ride on the musical journey with the sole theme of “In It Together” with singer-songwriter Sarah Christine! With eclectic inspirations from pop, indie, folk, to even electronic sounds, Sarah Christine’s music is undeniably rare. She enjoys the technicality behind EDM and finds interest in learning how to put that together and produces some of that music on her own. Sarah Christine’s journey unravels the cathartic episodes she has experienced and overcome in life. She once faced a near-death accident when she got hit by an F-150 truck. Consequently, her experiences in life, even when she was still juggling her corporate job and music career to going full time in music and everything in between ended up pointing her to what she is here for. Moreover, these have been the inspirations to the lyrics of her songs. “Like the Movies” was about her getting married at a young age; everything seemed awesome, then things started breaking apart. One day, she woke up literally with nothing. On a lighter note, when she just moved from Minneapolis to Colorado. Her neighbor was throwing a rager and blasting some John Mayer songs on a vinyl player at about 2 a.m. She got up and knocked on the neighbor’s door. Instead of asking him to lower the volume, she asked him to turn the music up. She got hooked with the music. As a result, she was inspired to write “Summer Nights” Thoughts about streaming services, dealing with the pandemic Sarah Christine is adapting to the emerging streaming services by learning the nitty-gritty like the QR code with Spotify, setting up playlists, understanding how everything interconnects with the algorithm, and how that to connects with other platforms. She believes that these platforms are invaluable to her. Hence, she focuses on how can she use the platforms to get as many people as possible and try to connect with them through her songs. And from there, she tries to figure out how to build relationships with those people. Like with any other businesses, Sarah Christine’s career is also affected by the pandemic. 52 shows that she has set up herself have now been canceled. Right now, Sarah Christine is working on private shows and doing custom songs on the side. Above all, the value is the relationship she builds with and the lessons she learns from the people she writes the songs for. Learn more about Sarah Christine To know more about her life, music, or should you ever wish to have a custom song made by the one and only Sarah Christine, please do not hesitate to visit her website and other links listed below. Timestamps 3:28 How does she prefer to be called? 5:24 Who are Sarah Christine’s musical influences? 8:28 Listen to “Summer Nights” by Sarah Christine 13:34 Story behind “Summer Nights” 16:36 Listen to “For You” by Sarah Christine 22:47 The love for vinyl players 27:21 What are her thoughts about streaming services both as a consumer and an artist? 31:47 Listen to “Like the Movies” by Sarah Christine 37:00 Story behind “Like the Movies” 42:44 Continuation of the discussion about streaming services and dealing with the pandemic 50:26 Listen to “Aspen” by Sarah Christine 57:18 The story about the accident she was involved in with an F-150 truck 1:04:08 Connect with Sarah Christine 1:05:14 Parting message and motivational words 1:07:31 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Quotes The mistakes are sometimes the best part of the music. I replaced all the anger and hatred with love and forgiveness. And once I did that, it was like, oh man! The world is off my shoulders. You have certain things that happen, where they end up pointing you into what is your purpose, what are you here for. I think I think we have to just try to enjoy the journey a little bit more on the way I mean, it can be frustrating, but I think if we get a few little victories along the way, it's okay to stop and just, you know, celebrate that, you know The universe tends to provide I think, what you're doing what you love Stay strong out there on your worst days. It will get better, just keep pushing forward. Connect with Sarah Christine Website - http://www.sarahchristinempls.com/ Instagram - http://www.sarahchristinempls.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sarahchristinemplsmusic Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4hP91FEVqwGpopor9xWlFp Apple Music - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4hP91FEVqwGpopor9xWlFp Buzz Music - https://www.buzz-music.com/post/sarah-christine-makes-our-heart-melt-with-like-the-movies Deezer - https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/4097841 Selected links and mentions Ellie Goulding Amos Lee John Mayer Fleetwood Mac Led Zeppelin Taylor Swift Beyonce Joe Rogan Tim Ferris  

It’s always a joy for me to see when someone is blessed with musical talent and then decides to share her blessings with others. I am very delighted to be joined today by a musician with a good heart - Megan Nadin! Today we will have a glimpse of Megan’s life, music, and her debut album “This Was Then”. All the way from Thunder Bay, Canada, Megan moved to the music city last January. This emerging artist has a very unique and original sound, with her voice being her main instrument, it is a surprise to many that she only started her music career in 2017. Her mission is to change lives by being an honest and authentic voice to those in need and providing hope through altruistic platforms. This is very palpable to Megan’s life because she was a teacher before she pursued her career and passion for music. Wanting her music to be so real, she masterfully uses lyrics and melody that help paint the picture of the story, Megan is lucky enough to work with some really great creatives in the industry. Producer/songwriter Johnny Black has helped her create a demo. From there, she has built it up with the producer, Keith Thomas, who has worked with incredible people like Whitney Houston and Amy Grant. With this wonderful team, the production is stellar. The brilliance of how it was crafted around the subtleties of Megan’s voice is very evident. Weight loss journey Megan is not only an inspiration in her music career but also her weight loss journey. She has lost 61 pounds! Knowing family and friends with medical conditions, and wanting to be around for a really long-time inspired Megan to make sure that she has a healthy body and mind. She apprenticed to be a chef for two years and started making her meals from scratch. It did not happen in an instant. It also helped that Megan is surrounded by strong and empowering women helping her not to view her weight as a struggle. As an artist, she wants us to stand up for who we are as people. That it’s all about a good mindset and how people treat themselves. Inspirations behind her songs Beautiful Things was written when her friend gifted her the Rumours album by Fleetwood Mac. Megan and her friend were talking about the success and everything good that came from the album, but the band was suffering as a group. Unexpectedly, the lyrics came out from her mouth: “it's crazy that some of the most beautiful things come together when things are falling apart, like the sweetest song written by a broken heart”. While the album inspired the main lyric, the actual verses are built upon a series of journal entries written down by Megan. Heart of a Lion was Megan’s first opportunity to work with the producer, Keith Thomas. It was her first writing session with Keith, and he just started playing the piano and Megan began singing into the air. Voila! Lyrics and melodies are coming out, and the song was created within that day. This has set the precedence of their future projects together. In fact, he ended up being the executive producer of this new album. The song was influenced by the notes that Keith was playing. It painted a picture in Megan’s head where she envisioned a person that had it all together but deep down, this person is falling apart. The Joker was literally from the movie “Joker”. The movie unmasked and unveiled a lot of the things people deal with in society. She was so moved and inspired that she was able to write the song in one night. She painted the life of this beautiful person who had been jaded and treated unfairly. Learn more about Megan Get to know more about Megan’s life, music, and even blogs by visiting her website. Her songs are also available on different streaming platforms listed below. Timestamps 4:40 Transition from Thunder Bay, Canada to Nashville 6:31 Listen to “Beautiful Things” by Megan Nadin 13:14 Production process 16:08 Listen to “The Joker” by Megan Nadin 20:58 Megan’s weight loss journey and lifestyle change 28:19 Story behind “Heart of a Lion” 30:07 Listen to “Heart of a Lion” by Megan Nadin 34:15 How did Megan feel when she worked for the first time with Keith Thomas 35:47 The milk bath post on Instagram 36:41 Does Megan have tattoos? 41:01 Writing habits and regiments as a songwriter 42:42 What is her preferred instrument 44:22 Who are her most profound music influences 46:03 Listen to “Electric” by Megan Nadin 50:01 “Five Ways to Protect Your Energy That You Need to Try!” a blog by Megan 53:08 Story behind “The Joker” 54:58 Megan’s parting advice and message 59:57 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Quotes I'm hopeful some of the most beautiful things come together when they fall apart, like the sweetest song written by a broken heart. "Because at the end of the day, we all get old. And we know our looks can only take us so far. It's about who we are on the inside. It's about how we treat people, and it's about how we treat ourselves." "I think naturally, you'll be more attractive no matter what weight you are, no matter how you look, or how people will perceive you there will be like an inner beauty that shines out that makes you beautiful, no matter what the physical appearance is." "You are enough. You have a purpose; our purpose is always changing and growing and evolving, but just go with the flow and step into the fear." "Fear comes up when you are on to something good; fear comes up when you are on the verge of something really good."     Connect with Megan Website - https://www.megannadin.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/megannadin/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/megannadinmusic Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5I8qJrgqnPQH7TaIgQ1Sgg Deezer - https://www.deezer.com/en/album/62727682 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/megannadin Twitter - https://twitter.com/megnadin Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/ca/album/gypsy-sea-single/1378348177 Selected links and mentions Fleetwood Mac Johnny Black Keith Thomas Vanessa Williams Whitney Houston Amy Grant “Colors of the Wind” (Pocahontas soundtrack) Joker (2019 film) Celine Dion Bryan Adams Alanis Morisette

Let’s welcome for the second time on the Dharmic Evolution, full-fledged singer/songwriter, musician, and theatre performer, Cory Singer! What’s new with Cory? Cory hopped on the bandwagon and started his own TikTok account with music and funny content. People started noticing him when he uploaded a video talking about autism, specifically Asperger’s disorder or high functioning autism. With the unexpected turn of events, he got many views, likes, and even questions from parents with kids who are also on The Spectrum. Cory then started putting out more content talking about what it’s like being on the higher end of the spectrum, his interests, and also the things that bother him. His videos inspired a lot of people making them realize that they are not alone anymore and that there are others who are going through the same situation. Cory shared that this was also true to him back when he was in high school. Luckily, he has a best friend, who also has Asperger’s disorder - he has been with him even when they were students and now considers him as his brother. He highly believes that kids on the spectrum should have a safe space to talk and relate with people for them to be assured that they are not alone. Aside from his inspirational videos, Cory also uploads funny skits to make people laugh and brighten their day. As a theatrical performer We can recall on Cory’s past guest appearance in our podcast where his mom shared that certain people are trying to convince him to change his style of voice, but Cory stuck to his guns and grew comfortably to his own skin. He believes that in this superficial society where everybody is trying to fit in, he still chooses to be remembered by sticking out and being different. His voice is basically his brand; this led him to great opportunities especially with being part of theatre shows. Becoming a theatrical performer has always been a dream of Cory’s. He loved watching movies and seeing productions. He got his first break when he was in grade school, and landed all the lead roles during high school. He also joined the American reality competition on Bravo called “The Kandi Factory” which sparked his interest in songwriting. As a songwriter For Cory, the best songs happen when he’s inspired, specifically in the evenings when he is finished working his two jobs, and he can be “in the moment” to write good songs. In addition to being a singer, songwriter, and theatre actor, Cory is also a fulltime warehouse worker and part-timer at a local deli. He does not want to be stagnant and keeps himself busy particularly during these times when theatres and other venues for artists are shut down due to the pandemic. Journey to becoming fit and healthy Staying in shape is very important for singers. Cory used to be overweight, weighing in at 220 lbs! But was motivated by a songwriter in Nashville to change his lifestyle and start his journey to becoming fit. He lost 70 lbs and has maintained his weight by watching what he eats and working out. Learn more about Cory Get to know more about Cory, his music, theatre performances, and TikTok videos through the links below. Stories behind some of his songs “Everybody Sing” – This song was written in thirty (30) minutes. It is about personal freedom and everything that is happening in the world at the moment when Cory wrote this song. “Blind in Love” – This was produced by Wes Edmunds (Wyclef Jean’s producer) “Goodbye Felicia” – This song is the closest to Cory’s personality. It came from the term “bye Felicia”. Cory heard this from his mom when she was dealing with a specific person and she kept saying that term, so he decided to write a song about it. “Girl”- This is stemmed from his mom encouraging him to write a romantic song because he usually writes dark and depressing songs. It is somewhat inspired by Radiohead. Timestamps 2:13 Cory’s TikTok account - music, funny videos, and talking about autism 3:59 How did he feel after sharing his story 6:02 Advantages of TikTok as a platform 7:09 Thoughts about disallowing TikTok in the United States 8:25 Listen to “Everybody Sing” by Cory Singer 12:30 Juggling stage performances and musical career 14:08 Sticking to the style of his voice 16:11 What inspired Cory to become a theatrical performer 17:03 Listen to “Blind in Love” by Cory Singer 21:40 Songwriting process 24:35 Cory’s two jobs 29:52 Listen to “Goodbye Felicia” by Cory Singer 34:47 Favourite comedy actors 37:33 Skits on TikTok 38:52 Cory’s social life 40:47 journey to becoming fit and healthy, intermittent fasting 44:45 Listen to “Girl” by Cory Singer 48:59 Eclectic music inspirations 50:38 Words of wisdom 51:28 Connect with Cory 52:47 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Quotes   I think the fact that you have that kind of bravery and transparency helps a lot of people who struggle with exactly what you struggle with.   Kids on the spectrum should have a safe space so they can talk to people, relate to them, and know they're not alone. That's how everybody should be. I feel like especially now these days, we live in such a superficial kind of society, where everybody's trying to fit in. But that's how you get forgotten. By sticking out and just doing you, that's how you're likely to be remembered.   Some people have that in mind that work is a dirty word, a four (4) letter word they say you know, but work is such a blessing. And I was talking to some people about this recently a working physical is one of the best gifts you could ever have.   Focus on your abilities, not your disabilities.   Connect with Cory  Website www.corysingermusic.com Spotify Cory Singer Youtube Cory Singer TikTok @thecorysinger Selected links and mentions  Jason Derulo The Kandi Factory Wyclef Jean Rodney Dangerfield Jim Carey Richard Pryor Jeff Dunham Louis C.K. Robin Williams Michael Jackson Radiohead Stephen Sondheim AC/DC Aerosmith Neil Young Frank Sinatra Stevie Wonder Pearl Jam  Chris Cornell Bruce Springsteen Metallica Bobby Caldwell Guns N’ Roses Rolling Stones As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

With 10 years and counting of making music together, let’s get to know more about the humble beginnings, struggles, and successes of the wild sibling group – The Ivey’s! I am joined by 4 out of 5 members of the band, unfortunately, Hugo (lead guitarist and banjo player) can’t make it today. But I am delighted to be graced by the presence of Jessica, Jenna, Galen, and Arlen here on the show. With seven kids in the family and five of them in the group, their other sibling Julia, used to be part of the band as well, and their oldest brother Shannon is into farming, it is very evident that the family loves music so much. Their interest in music started with their dad who they always hear singing while they are growing up. Their dad also exposed them to trying different vocal harmony lines; eventually, they individually learned to play musical instruments - Jessica with piano, Arlen on guitar, Galen took drum lessons, and so from there, everything evolved into the music that they have today. To keep the creative flow going, the siblings put a lot of time and effort into discussing, planning everything out meticulously, and establishing the goals ahead of time, even scheduling the days when they have to go to the studio for recording. Luckily, they’ve got a studio a couple of miles away from where they live, and they consider this their second home. It is called Sonic Ranch Studios located in Tornillo, Texas. Over the years, they have gotten to know a lot of different musicians and artists who they’ve got the opportunities to do a collaboration with. One of them is Jerry Ordonez, a fantastic music engineer who co-produced their last two projects, Leslie Johnson played the bass for some of the recordings, Michael Ways recorded cello with them and many other musicians. Democracy of siblings in a bandAs with all relationships, disagreements cannot be avoided, especially with The Ivey's because not only are their siblings but bandmates as well. Their mindset is really to try to be always focused on their goals and continue moving forward, always trying to remember that it’s not one person against the other. It’s more about having different ideas and coming together for the best possible option. They will always be a family and have each other. Get to know more about the members of The Ivey’s: GalenGalen is the drummer of the band; he graduated just last December with a film major. “Running Wild” is one of the first music videos he directed with his siblings. He is now in charge of the music video direction and post-production. Jenna Jenna is 23 years old, graduated just last semester with a degree in theatre arts. She was helping the band to write songs even before she joined. She usually collaborates with Arlen when conceptualizing and writing songs, and works with Galen when filming their music videos. JessicaArlen tagged Jessica along when he needed a pianist and a singer. At first, they were just doing cover songs together, then Arlen started bringing in original music, and the rest is history. When Jenna and Galen joined the band, and the group recorded “Colors of Honey”, layers upon layers, getting down the piano, guitar, vocals, and hearing it all together, was when Jessica had this epiphany that these have brought The Ivey’s sound to where it needed to be and completed it. ArlenHe is the second among the seven Ivey siblings. He is the guitarist, “road manager”, and one of the songwriters of the band. Jenna and Arlen have written songs together; they sometimes write songs out of dreams, sometimes they work together and lead each other to a path, and it fits well. Something magical can happen with songwriters that are connected to each other and constantly working together. Arlen is not only the “spokesperson” of the group but he is also in charge of the bookings and schedules of their shows and tours. Thoughts about their parentsTheir dad is a firm believer in the power of art. Their parents have been so encouraging now, and as they were growing up. They are so proud of what The Ivey’s have accomplished, and they are no doubt their biggest fans. Want to know more about The Ivey’s?Click the links below to learn more about their music and future projects. Timestamps2:12 Humble beginnings of The Ivey’s 5:00 Listen to “You’ve Got Something” by The Ivey’s 9:33 How do they keep the creative flow going 11:25 Recording process 14:22 Listen to “Running Wild” by The Ivey’s 17:41 Get to know more about Galen 19:33 The democracy of siblings in a band 22:27 Get to know more about Jenna 24:01 Get to know more about Jessica 24:47 Songwriting Inspirations 30:04 Listen to “Colors of Honey” by The Ivey’s 36:55 Galen’s experience being on the road with the band 39:54 Arlen’s role on the band 42:28 Listen to “Once an Eagle” by The Ivey’s 47:22 The epiphany of Jessica about the sound of The Ivey’s 49:08 Collaborations with other musicians 51:07 Thoughts about their parents 54:34 Connect with The Ivey’s 55:13 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Quotes“I would say what we try to do, is, we try because at the end of the day, you have to focus on the fact that you're both trying to get to a goal, and you both want to do what is best for the band.” “We're always going to have each other. So that also makes it easier because this is a passion project. And we're all working together for the good of it and trying to convey something and capture a bit of magic with that, so with that focus, it helps because you always get back to that and disagreements have to be resolved, because you want to continue moving forward, and you love each other. You want it to be a positive environment.” “It's important to be educated about music in general. But the sky's the limit with creativity and how you can apply your own creative juices to the subject constantly and keep learning new ways to do it all the time.” Connect with The Iveys Website - www.theiveysmusic.com Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDQv2iL6DYLU06B-gNr9Ypg Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DfWZliaM2iPkHWyyeNz0j Selected links and mentions Beatles Simon & Garfunkel Bob Dylan Johnny Cash The Avett Brothers The Eagles The Lumineers First Aid Kit  Jerry Ordonez AC/DC Metallica Leslie Johnson Michael Way - a symphony orchestra

Welcome to episode #287 of dHarmic Evolution Join me as we take a ride today from Nashville to Pennsylvania with the musician, recording and performing artist, composer, educator, and finger-style guitar connoisseur, Tim Farrell. Growing up jamming with friends and playing rock music, Tim eventually studied classical guitar, shifting from jazz. His eyes and ears were opened to everything that one can do, not only by playing the rhythm and lead but also melodies, bass line, and open strings, the list is endless! He then applied everything he learned from classical to steel-string guitar and combined the techniques and tones available to steel-string. Realizing that this was not just about playing a chord, but telling a story which Tim believes was one of the best compliments he received when he became the first-ever instrumentalist to play at a venue in Florida and someone quoted to him that “your story is in the music”. Tim’s music has shades of Michael Hedges; it’s like there is practically no limit to what he can do with his imagination on the way he approaches even the tuning of the guitar. Tim, for the most time, has been using standard tuning when he came across alternate tuning with Little Martha by Leo Kottke. He figured out that he was using open E tuning and heard the potentials that open E created and intensely explored it, in fact, he keeps a guitar on hand with that definitive tuning. Coping with the pandemic With the current situation, Tim believes that the biggest change was not being able to play and perform his music to a larger crowd. While keeping himself active doing walks, yoga, and taking care of his crops, Tim is streaming concerts every other Sunday. He also has a scheduled online concert and workshop at the Cooperage in Pennsylvania. His concerts with his trio called StringSongs - playing alongside Michael Manring and Christopher Garcia are also currently canceled. StringSongs StringSongs was formed when Tim first met Michael on a gig and did some recording together. Eventually, they decided to make it formal, and initially joined by the Grammy-winning piano player and producer, Pat Robinson but later replaced by Christopher due to conflicts in schedule. Tim together with Michael and his fretless bass, and Christopher using a very exotic percussion - they all blend, just perfectly fit, and their music is very unique. What’s next for Tim? Watch out for the new solo album that he is working on. And StringSongs – with Michael and Christopher where they are now planning for the recording and rehearsals even during this time of pandemic to come up with new projects Streaming and Music Industry In this confusing time where CDs are going away, vinyl making a comeback, where consumers love streaming and artists hate it. Tim, who is also an educator, is continuously sharing his music and develops workshops online and onsite, performs at senior centers and performing art centers. He believes that this is an eye-opener for people to see that there are so many unexpected things that can be done with an acoustic guitar aside from strumming chords or playing solo. To know more about Tim Farrell’s music and everything that he does, you can support him by playing his music through streaming services, ordering his CDs through his website, supporting him on his online live concerts. Timestamps: 2:54 How Tim got connected to finger-style acoustic playing 7:52 Alternate Tuning 9:10 Listen to “Joyride to Tranquillity” 13:49 When did he first come across the idea of starting alternative tuning 17:28 Online concert and workshop in Pennsylvania 19:04 Listen to “Rosewood Alley 25:10 StringSongs with Michael Manring and Christopher Garcia 29:38 Tim’s work ethic towards music 33:31 New solo album and plans with StringSongs 36:05 Listen to “Walk Away Renee” written by the Four Tops 40:22 Thoughts about streaming and music business 44:29 Challenges with rehearsing and recording together with Michael and Christopher 49:12: Listen to “Kindred Spirits” 53:20 Coping with the pandemic 55:52 Learn and support Tim Farrell’s music 58:13 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor QuotesIn some ways, you get to be like the complete composer when you do what you do. Because It is an entire orchestra, it’s not just by playing a chord…and it just brings out so much in the story of what’s being played And they said to me afterward, you don't need the words, your story is in the music. A lot of people expect that you will either be strumming chords or playing a solo, and they don’t realize you can do these other things together. It’s phenomenal to see it open people’s eyes and ears up. I think the more your style of playing is out there, the better that songwriters will continue to develop songs in general. We will get better music because it incorporates so much imagination and so much beauty into the songs. Connect with Tim Website: www.timfarrellmusic.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCZeAvq_RNxO90JQeeBi9KvQ Apple Music: itunes.apple.com/us/artist/tim-farrell/1749396 Deezer: www.deezer.com/en/artist/1076837/radio?autoplay=true Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2ZUazTgHPZia5PfuXsTtyu?si=XmDO2VwGQvOiqmon3gosLQ StringSongs Selected links and mentions. Michael Hedges Leo Kottke Michael Manring Christopher Garcia Pat Robinson Connected by James Kevin O’Connor As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

Mary Albertoli is a former clinical social worker who is on a mission to execute actionable solutions to help individuals struggling with mental health problems. She has a Degree in Social Work from Columbia University and has practiced for 12 years, specializing in counseling children, adolescents, and young adults suffering from mental illness. Even though she left the counseling profession, Mary kept up with the news and statistics in the industry. With shocking numbers of a 56% jump in suicide rates, coupled with school shootings and drug overdoses, Mary knew that something had to be done in order to help the youth population from continuing on the path of self-destruction. Having worked with both individuals and group session clients between the age of 10-24, Mary knows first hand from experience that individuals in this age group don’t tend to open up a lot. A lot of youth go through mental problems, but because this isn’t a popular topic in society, they end up feeling either disgraced or ashamed of these new feelings, and instead of talking things out, they instead act out. Social media in current times has only acted to catalyze the rate at which young adults experience loneliness, depression, and social anxiety. A lot of teenagers using social media end up experiencing ‘splintered identity’ A phenomenon in which teenagers report feeling very good and inspired about one post and feeling the total opposite in the next post. This has made them disconnect from their true and authentic self, further isolating themselves, and going through more suffering. Handling depression when growing up. Growing up back in the day, it was very unpopular for guardians to help you through tough mental problems. A lot of these issues were merely swept under the carpet - as you’re told to ‘power through the pain’ This has proven to expose unhealed wounds of the past that need to be catered to. The pain that you powered through is the reason for your current suffering. And it can only be solved by having open and genuine conversations about your feelings surrounding the traumatic experience, and how it has affected you. Mary was able to handle the mental pain and depression that she suffered as a child in her adult life. Having faced the demons in her closet, Mary was inspired to help others accomplish the same. And this is the inspiration behind ‘The Shift’ - A platform where individuals can connect with counselors, peers, and other individuals, to share issues they’re going through without the fear of feeling judged or condemned. Mary now hopes that the platform can evolve to be a diverse tool with resources that help all demographics in working through their mental problems. In conclusion, remember to always live in the present moment, because nothing is more important than life itself. Be loving, kindful, and generous to your neighbor, especially in these fraudulent times, because we’re all going through something, and the only way out, is by supporting each other. Text hello to the crisis hotline 741741 and a counselor will discreetly attend to you. Quotes “It’s easy to think that you’re alone in life when you’re isolated, this coupled with the pandemic facto is why so many people are going through depression right now. And when humans suffer, they only isolate more.” - Mary on the quiet loop of depression “A lot of young adults are embarrassed by their mental issues because this isn’t something they’re accustomed to. The shift is about changing the conversation so that these individuals can know that they’re not alone, and what they’re going through is normal.” “The important thing to remember is that nothing is permanent, things change, and they’re still changing on a daily basis. Something better will eventually come - How to cope with the current pandemic” “I love being in service to other people because it helps me discover myself even more. The mental path that I’ve journeyed through life is successful because I can openly share what I’m going through without feeling alone.” - Mary on why she loves volunteering” Timestamps 02:48 The shift 05:47 The effects of social media on the youth 08:19 Tools used in the shift 11:13 Finding ways to handle and release stress 13:47 How we’ve come to where we are 16:26 What Mary and her team are doing to help people 18:19 Mary’s defining moment for creating the shift 24:17 Making the difference 25:29 How volunteering has fulfilled Mary’s life 27:50 Experience working with different kids 31:26 The future of the shift Connect with Mary Albertoli Website - www.shifttheshow.com Facebook - www.facebook.com/theshiftseriesofficial/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/theshift_series/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/theshiftseriesofficial YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCVFfUOd7grD8dhdik4Sl0Wg Mentions Nadia Sarmova Adrienne Finch Maureen (Mo) Isern Kitty Overton As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. 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Welcome to episode #285 of dHarmic Evolution Chances are that you know of someone who was in some way affected by the 9/11 terror attacks launched by Al Qaeda in 2001. Where were you on that day? I for one, remember in complete detail all the events for that day. I was at a seminar in a hotel conference hall that was filled to the brim with people. I’m not very sure what the person in charge was teaching about, but I clearly remember someone walking in and began doing a play by play of what was happening in downtown Manhattan. It all felt so surreal. With 2,977 dead, 25,000 injured, September 11th, 2001 was undoubtedly a horrible nightmare for almost all Americans and our allies and friends throughout the world. Remembering the survivors. We have details of the first responders and witnesses over what happened on that day. We, however, don’t have as many details from the families on how the experience was for them. What has been able to help us understand these scenes from the victims' perspective are the phone calls that were made between the people trapped in the building and their families. Technology still hadn’t evolved as much as it has today, and phones played a very crucial role in how the events of that day played out. For example, The united airlines' flight 93 which was also hijacked by Al Qaeda terrorists, and was initially intended to blast into the Capitol building crashed into a field in Pennsylvania when the passengers and crew tried to regain control of it after getting phone calls from their family members over what had just occurred in New York. The value of family Looking back at the whole incident, and also through the phone calls that were made on that day. One can’t help but appreciate the value of family. Unfortunately, so many of us take our families for granted, up until it’s too late, and we no longer have the time or resources to be with them. Be grateful for the family you have. So many people out there would give anything to be with their loved ones who have been taken away from them. If you’re one of the lucky few who still has a family by your side, then be with them before it’s too late for you too. The Tribute in Light The two columns which are lit up every year on September 11 from the ground upwards (replicating the structure of the Twin Towers that were destroyed) won’t be projected this year. Commonly known as the tribute in light, the event has been canceled this year, following concerns brought by the coronavirus pandemic. Instead of the projections, the National September 11 museum is planning to host an alternative event that will involve buildings across the city illuminating their structures with blue lights. Timestamps 02:42 Moment of silence for the 9/11 attacks 03:52 How I spent my day on 9/11 05:21 Remembering the first responders 06:35 What the 9/11 survivors experienced. 09:09 Flight 93 10:53 Appreciate the value of family 13:09 The annual blue lights ceremony 21:09 Listen to Speak to me Selected links The New York Times - 9/11 Light Tribute to Take Different Shape History.com - Flight 93 Reel Truth History Documentaries - 9/11: Phone Calls from People Trapped in the Towers | 911 Documentary NY Mag - 9/11 by the Numbers Speak to Me by James Kevin O’Connor As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

Welcome to episode #284 of dHarmic Evolution Labor day is celebrated on the first Monday of September and we all have the U.S Labor movement to thank for it. This years’ Labor day celebration falls on September 7th for both the US and Canada. However, most countries celebrate Labor Day on the 1st of May. The history of labor day. There are two versions explaining how Labor day began. Version A The first version is set in September 1882 by the Knights of Labor, who were at the time, one of the most important labor organizations in America. This organization held a public parade on September 5th every year to honor workers. With time, the Central Labor Union secretary Mathew Maguire proposed that the holiday be held on the 1st Monday of September to honor the epic public demonstrations held annually. Version B In the second version, labor day was proposed to the Central Labor Union by Peter McGuire, the Vice President of The American Federation of Labor in 1882. He suggested it be held on the 1st Monday of September stating that the date is perfect because the weather is great during that time, and also, this falls between the July 4th celebrations and Thanksgiving. The Haymarket Affair. In May 1886, a time in which most American workers toiled for up to 20 hours a day, thousands of the laborers protested countrywide in different cities to demand an 8-hour workday. The protesters were attacked by the police in Chicago, which resulted in tons of injuries and the death of six protesters. Another peaceful protest was planned and the Chicago police once again showed up to man-handle the demonstraters. An unidentified person exploded a bomb that killed an officer, causing the police to open fire. This resulted in a quagmire which led to the death of a dozen workers and police officers. Labor day vs May day. Communists and socialists across the globe decided to go with May 1st as the day to mark the Haymarket affair. A conference was held in 1904 to make the 8-hour day the standard worldwide. This is what came to be known as Labor Day or International worker's day. Effects of the pandemic The pandemic had different impacts on individuals. While some people are happy about the opportunity to design a new lifestyle for themselves, others are stressing over the new normal, and can barely keep up with reality. A lot of individuals have developed counterintuitive habits in order to replace their usual habits. And this has proven to be very stressful. I think what’s important is that we take time to communicate, connect, and bond with our families. Family is something that a lot of us usually take for granted, oftentimes until it’s too late and we’re in trouble, or realize that we can longer be with them despite their vital roles in our lives. Winding up, I'd love to advise you on embracing these difficult times with open arms, and taking the time to reassess your life, in order to develop healthy habits to handle life; like spending time in nature or being in service to others. More about this on DE265 - What are you doing at home It’s understandable that a lot of people are suffering during this time. Taking a lesson from Paul in the bible, it’s vital that we learn to develop the spirit of perseverance. Enduring through the pain is what leads to growth and progress in life.   TIMESTAMPS 03:55 Trains and labor 05:22 The end of summer and start of Labor day 06:03 The meaning of labor day 08:04 Labor day history 09:55 The Haymarket affair 10:42 The Pullman strike 13:30 Labor day vs mayday 15:46 Other related stories 17:56 How has the pandemic affected your family? 21:37 The importance of family 23:42 Working on your music career 25:09 Getting through your days with advice from my depression manual. 31:46 Advice from Paul in the bible 34:28 Perseverance 36:21 Listen to Connected. Download Depression Fighters Ebook here! Selected Links and Mentions Labor Day – September 7, 2020 10 Labor Day quotes to help us honor the workers Why Not Wearing White Became A Fashion Rule After Labor Day Mulan Will Be Added To Disney On Labor Day Weekend 8 Labor Day Activities To Enjoy Summer’s Final Fling As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group    

We’ve had the honor of hosting great music artists across the 5-year span that dharmic Evolution has been active. Through the interviews, the various singers/songwriters have shared valuable content in the form of tips, insights, and personal stories. In a new series titled ‘The Dharmic Evolution Spotlight Series,’ I’ll be sharing tidbits from the various interviews I’ve held. Starting with the most recent and go back all the way to as far as 5 years ago when the show was started. Spotlight Series Number 1 In this episode, I’ll be featuring the previous interviews I’ve had with; George Hillman Cynthia Brando Azalea Emily Zuzik George Hillman Hailing from New Jersey, George Hillman is a Christian artist, producer, and sound engineer. We had a very spirited conversation and dived into the topics of song production, Christian living, and the changing church culture. Hillman’s  song featuring on this episode is ‘In God We Trust’ You can listen to the full interview here: DE279 George Hillman: Songwriter, Musician, Engineer, Pastor, & God's Grace Cynthia Brando I’ve had the pleasure of having Cynthia on the show twice. The most recent interview dived into the depression that comes from being an artist, and why so many singers/songwriters experience mental problems. Cynthia has performed across different states in many venues, festivals, and street performers too. Cynthia’s song featured on the episode is  ‘The changing skies of my life’ You can listen to the full interview here: DE274 Cynthia Brando, Why Artists Are Prone To Sadness, Depression, and Suicide. Azalea ‘Azalea’ is the musical duo of Benjamin and Mia Hackett. The show they featured in was an amazing roller coaster story of how they had to cancel their ship performance gigs due to the COVID crisis. They get into how they’ve adapted to the crisis, and how they’ve taken the current pandemic as an opportunity to bond more with each other and explore new music ventures. Azalea’s song featured on the episode is ‘Your Lullaby’ You can listen to the full interview here: DE264 Azalea, Australia & Canada combine beauty and Art, then steal your heart!   Emily Zuzik Emily Zuzik is the definition of a diversified and skilled artist. She’s a singer, songwriter, guitarist, actress, and model. In the show, we get into her collaboration and the personal connections behind the production of ‘Torch and Trouble album’ She shares how networking has helped her grow and learn while still being a performer in LA. Emily’s song featured on the show is ‘Alone’ https://dharmicevolution.com/old-blog/de260-emily-zuzik-a-brave-rocker-releasing-her-latest-torch-trouble/ Until next time. Thanks once again for being a follower, and remember to share, subscribe, and review the show across the different platforms that you’re tuning in from. Timestamps 03:00 The DE Spotlight series; Number one 04:09 George Hillman 05:39 Listen to George Hillman's ‘In God we Trust’ 11:03 Cynthia Brando 13:04 Listen to Cynthia Brando’s ‘The changing skies of my life’ 17:23 Azalea 25:46 Listen to Azalea’s  ‘Your Lullaby’ 31:12 Emily Zuzik 36:04 Listen to Emily Zuzik’s ‘Alone’ 45:13 Listen to ‘Connected’ As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group    

I’m joined by the dynamic Jake Brown on the show today. A man who has written amazing books about the music business, and everything that goes into music writing and production. His books span across all genres, ranging from Country, RnB, Hip Hop, and Pop. Celebrating his 50th and latest book on the show with me, Jake Brown’s ‘ Behind the Boards’ features behind the scenes stories of country music’s most notable artists, running from Tim McGraw, Clint Black, Vince Gill, Blake Shelton, Keith Urban and so many more. Jake moved into Nashville in 2003 with only two books published at the time. Nashville has been more than a home for him, as it has sparked the inspiration behind his multiple book series. It was here that Jake started focusing on writing his books based on the interviews he booked with songwriters like Jack Douglas, Eddie Kramer, and Bob Ezrin. In the span of 8 years, Jake was able to write 18 books. Jake was driven into depression mode when his dog Hanover died. Focused on how to best cheer himself up, Jake started writing his Behind the boards Nashville series. He began contacting Country song producers and writing the Nashville Songwriter. It was during his book series that Jake began interviewing and learning from songwriters and producers like Dave Cobb, Paul Waley, Shane McNally, Ross Copperman, Zach Crowl, Darius Rucker, Frank Rogers, Miranda Lambert, Kenny Chesney, and Nobert Putman. Different types of Country Song producers. While interviewing songwriters, producers, and singers. Jake noticed there are basically two types of country song producers. Track producers - These are producers who play all the instruments and work on the entire track in the home studios. Old School producers - these are producers who take a more traditional vibe of getting the entire band together for a weekend solely focused on producing music at the studio. Old school producers can go as far as knocking out a couple of number one hits in an afternoon. Jake tells the story of how Darius Rucker’s friend and Brad Paisley's producer, Frank Rogers worked on a single album in one afternoon which went on to knock out a couple of number one hits in Nashville. There’s a blend of both unique, short, and long-term relationships between singers, songwriters and producers in Nashville, and Country music as a whole. Jake, for one, has interviewed singer-producer duos that have a 10 - 30 year bond of working together. In his latest book, Jake also dives into interesting stories of individuals that started off trying to become singers, only to end up working and enjoying songwriting and production. And also how singers, songwriters, and producers build connections that end up being lifetime relationships from the most unlikely of scenarios, with one, in particular, being between Taylor Swift and Nathan Chapman. With over 300 number one hits included in his book and interviews, Jake dives into the behind the scenes backstories of Country’s biggest stars in the last 20 - 30 years. How vulnerable they were when first starting out and how they’ve been able to grow, adapt, and overcome over time to become the superstars they are today. Music production is a diverse process and works differently for every producer. It could be a long process of listening to thousands of different songs and picking just 30. Or, it could be an overnight sensation of writing, drafting, and producing number one hits in just one night. The future of music. With technology being the driving force over so many industries today, Music has also been majorly affected, both positively and negatively by both technology and the internet. Streaming, Jake says, is the future of music. With 70% of record sales for weekly billboards coming from online streams and downloads, there’s no denying the revenue powerhouse that the internet has proven to be. Ringtones used to be a proven phenomenon in providing revenue for singers, but those days are all but gone. There’s also a trend of 360 types of deals where labels now get a piece of the live show revenues, a phenomenon that wasn’t present in the past. If you want to know more about the diverse and changing art in music production, you can hop over to YouTube, where Jake has over 100 hundred videos where through the countless interviews, he gives a broader outlook of how hits are produced and distributed. Timestamps 03:58 How Jake started writing his book series 05:16 Working with different producers 08:09 What Jake’s books entail 10:40 The diverse art of music production 15:15 How the music industry is taking shape 20:26 The business aspect of music production 24:30 Easy E and the Hip Hop side of music 25:51 What Jake hopes you’ll get from the book 27:27 Jake’s backstory and how it’s connected to his production career. 31:41How music in the 70s and 80s was produced 34:48 Support community for different musicians 35:20 the underappreciated value of sound engineers 40:40 The growth of home studios 43:22 What’s next for Jake Brown? 46: 58 Listen to “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor Quotes It takes you on an entertainment roller coaster and still acts as a reference guide. The main role of my book series is to give you a 3D outlook into how country music is produced behind the scenes. The most important role of a songwriter in Nashville is to reflect the life of the audience through the music and lyrics. That’s why so many songwriters in Nashville talk about getting their ideas while driving to work or during their everyday conversations. Through the interviews done, you get an amazing combination of the different ways that records come alive. And ultimately, the more music you listen to, the more educated you become. Connect with Jake Brown. Website - www.jakebrownbooks.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX5XPxueMyMXzaSbBrcAWgw/videos Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Nashville-Songwriter-Stories-Country-Greatest/dp/1940363179 Selected links and mentions. Tim McGraw Clint Black Blake Shelton Keith Urban Vince Gill Dave Cobb Brad Paisley Shane McAnally Ross Copperman Zach Crowell Darius Rucker Frank Rogers Tony Brown Taylor Swift Miranda Lambert Kenny Chesney Robert Putnam  

Joining me on the show all the way from the beautiful Hudson Valley is MK Burnell. Burnell was formerly the host of a show that aired at Radio Woodstock. She’s also the founder of ‘Locally Grown’, a program at Radio Woodstock that helps feature and promote independent and emerging artists from the Hudson Valley. She was dropped as part of the budget cuts that Radio Woodstock was trying to implement due to Covid19. Instead of throwing in the towel and regretting how things turned out, Burnell took her laying off as an opportunity to set up her own recording studio at home and start a podcast. More Music Please - Quarantine Beat is the name of her new podcast, where Burnell interviews professionals from across the music industry about anything they’d love to discuss. She enjoys performing with different bands, hiking, practicing the trumpet, and learning new languages. Performing with Different bands. Burnell is currently a member of 4 different bands. These include Uncle Dad - An all-female group that consists of four ladies. They all have different songwriting techniques, all of which mash-up really great to produce funky songs. Local Freak - Burnell’s longest-running band project. They perform a mix of covers and originals. They also love dancing and having a good time. Cold Flair Repair - A local Hudson Valley band that consists of Andy Gladding, Dave Chapman, Chris Machia, and Brad Kelly where they enjoy playing yacht rock and funky soul. Trailer Swift - Self evocative, Trailer Swift is a band where Burnell and the band members enjoy doing Taylor Swift covers while wearing torn up flannel. International Relations Originally an International Relations major at SUNY New Paltz, Burnell found her purpose in working with indie artists. Burnell majored in IR while at college as she had an interest in learning more about the world and was optimistic about traveling around the world while working. She’s however very grateful for having gotten the opportunity to work with and learn from different artists while working as a radio host. Locally Grown. When she started working at Radio Woodstock 5 years ago, Burnell bugged the radio station to let her do her own show where she’d host local-grown talent. When granted the opportunity, Burnell began to feature local bands, some of which she had the pleasure of working and performing with when starting out as a young indie artist. Burnell saw Locally Grown as an opportunity to give back to the community that had once supported her. Locally Grown was also Burnell’s way of improving Radio Woodstock’s brand of featuring and promoting local and independent music. Starting a new podcast. Burnell has always had an interest in podcasts. She loves listening to them and always dreamt of starting one. The only obstacle at the time was lack of time and mental energy - because of her full-time work as a music director and radio host. After losing her job when Corona struck, Burnell jumped at the opportunity of starting her new podcast. She’s really enjoyed the experience of podcasting so far and loves that she can conduct interviews in her own style and without a time limit - this of course, in contrast to working as a radio host. For instance, in her very first interview with John Ferrara, the duo discussed Midnight gospel - an animated web series featured on Netflix. Burnell is grateful for the opportunity she got to work at Radio Woodstock, however, she’s found the experience of going fully independent very exciting and hopes to continue being in control of her own projects and ditching the 9-5. Timestamps 02:58 Enjoying nature 05:04 Practicing with the steel mace 06:42 Different bands that Burnell has worked with 10:24 The gig scene in Hudson Valley 11:34 Experience studying IR 14:46 Burnell’s early music experience 18:22 Reminiscing the good old music 20:02 Locally grown 22:34 Burnell’s new podcast 27:31 Focusing on her podcast 28:52 How I produce my shows 33:11 Burnell’s aspirations. 38:20 Listen to Connected. Quotes I learned a lot while studying IR. Having focused on South American politics, I found it very interesting how America meddled with so much of the South American political framework, and its contribution to their political, social, and economic instability. Music has and will always evolve at a very fast pace. And I love that it does. I love connecting to all genres of music, including next-generation music which I don’t naturally feel attracted to. Links and mentions. Blondie Joan Baez Brian Wilson Led Zeppelin Steely Dan Timothy Schmidt Donald Fagan John Ferrara The Midnight Gospel Steel Mace Training Radio Woodstock Connect with MK Burnell Podcast More Music Please Podcast  Facebook @moremusic.podcast YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5rVtdgA9yCWP75y0Z_NUBw/featured?disable_polymer=1 Email moremusicpodcast@gmail.com The Song “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

Today’s show is going to be a little different as I focus on the process that goes into producing my songs. It is my hope that you will all find the episode very insightful and entertaining, more so if you are an artist. The song I’ll be analyzing is Drill Down. Drill Down is a song featured in my Geography of the Soul album, which I released in 2014. How I draft my songs. Having been blessed with creative songwriting skills, I usually try to focus on including at least 10-15 songs per album. The album featured songs are as a result of more incomplete songs that I draft over a long period of time. I love the process of not trying to finish a song on the first go. Songs featured in the Geography of the soul album, for example, are a result of 50-70 mostly incomplete riffs, ideas, poetry, titles, and ideas. I feel that it’s important to grace the music writing process with time. The more time you give yourself to draft a song, the better the final version. I go over the rough version of my songs over and over again, up until I feel that the final content is mature enough to be produced. Titles are very important at the start of the writing process. You can start off from a great title and build your song around it. For example, the title Drill Down inspired my chorus in the song. The pre-chorus and chorus are about building a relationship based on genuine and open communication about who you are trying to uncover. Demos are also very vital when producing. Personally, I love seeking help through honest communication with my colleagues and producers. I trust them to provide me with authentic and trustworthy comments about what they think of my lyrics and performance. Even more important when performing your demos, remember to give it your very best in the studio. As a matter of fact, don’t ever produce a demo unless you’re on your A-game on that particular day. Because once you’ve produced a great demo, then you’ll most definitely produce an even better song. Timestamps 01:20 Working with Libsyn and Amazon 03:03 How I draft my album songs 06:12 Song titles 07:35 Analysing the Drill Down chorus 08:43 How I perform my demos 12:21 Listen to the demo version of Drill Down. 17:07 Preparing your files for the producer. 18:33 Comments about “Drill Down”. 21:53 Teamwork during production 22:36 Why .wav files are better than .mp3 files 26:06 Listen to Drill Down Selected links and mentions. Libsyn Amazon Reverbnation Kim Copeland Mike White Presents Steven Tyler Drill Down by James Kevin O’Connor    

George Hillman all the way from New Jersey is our guest today. Since 1994, George has been recording and performing his unique style of Christian music that’s a blend of pop-rock and R&B. George is a producer and has helped engineer, and produce songs for local, regional, and widely known Christian artists, such as singer-songwriter, Gary Oliver, guitarist Mike Deasey of The Wrecking Crew Fame, Jason Alvarez, and Daniel M Stutz. George is also a pastor at a Bloomfield, New Jersey Ministry. If you’ve been blessed to hear one of his songs, then you can certainly agree that there’s an uncompromising spiritual element that’s present in every song that he’s performed. I was really compelled to have George on the show after I listened to his song ‘In God We Trust’. How George became a Pastor. It was never in George’s plan to walk in the path of being a shepherd of God’s flock. While growing up with a love and passion for music, George started a Bible Study Group in his local church. With the church experiencing immense growth as a result of the Bible Study started by George, the church pastor decided to ordain him. As a pastor, George has a particular liking for people who struggle with being in terms of the church principles, because he also went through a similar experience while growing up. Life-changing moment. As a band playing in his local church. George as a youth was going through a phase where he felt disconnected to the church. After performing at a retreat centre in Upstate New York with his band, a young rebellious George walked off stage to relax and cool his thoughts down. He veered off and found himself in a quiet library in Upstate, New York. While at the library, George was drawn towards a particular book in the library - The Halley’s Bible Handbook. On the cover page, the handbook had instructions directing the reader to turn to Page 83, the most important page in the book. After flipping to the page, George found himself in a verse by verse teaching section, with related case study examples. A reading experience that completely changed his understanding of the bible and its teachings. Fast Forward to a couple of years later, and George transferred to a church where verse by verse teaching was the mode of preaching. He’s been using this method of bible study ever since. Church Culture. Part of what George struggles with in life is the modern church culture, where many churches make people dependent on them. Churches are building an addiction where the congregants can only worship and find peace in the church buildings. This complex culture is in contrast with early churches started by the Acts of the Apostles who had a more simple and straightforward approach of defining a church as the congregants, rather than the building and tools inside the building. As Christians, we should question the kind of relationship we want to build with God and focus more on how we can strengthen our bond between us and Him. In times like these, it’s even more important to put our trust in God because of the greatness that he’s done for us since the dawn of creation. Gratitude is the key to being happy and fulfilled in life. Be grateful and give thanks to the little or big that God has provided for you. Timestamps 03:50 How George knew about DE 04:48 About George’s ministry 05:37 How Geoge became a pastor 08:03 Listen to ‘Hold On’ by George Hillman 13:00 Growing up with a love for music 16:13 Reminiscing the quadraphonic 17:48 How George came up with ‘The Greatest of these’ 19:05 Listen to ‘Greatest of these’ by George Hillman 23:23 What instruments George uses to play the Greatest of these 25:52 George’s journey to becoming a pastor 31:49 Listen to In ‘God we Trust’ by George Hillman 38:36 We all need God in these times 40:04 Staying off Facebook and politics. 44: 54 Struggling with modern church culture 50:33 Listen to “Living ain’t life” by George Hillman 55:06 How George Composes his music 58:43 Mixing and mastering a song to perfection 1:05:28 George’s partying advice. 1:07:58 Listen to “Connected” Quotes. I was fascinated by the craft of making music. I’d spend hours listening to the stereo and my curiosity to understand how music is made is what drove me towards being an artist. Engineering music is part of the magical process of producing great music. It starts when you write the lyrics alongside the vibe that you want your chords to communicate. Engineering is what ends the process, and helps get your message across. As Christians, it’s important we understand that loving God isn’t enough. We should also stretch our love to other people, despite their beliefs or background. Verse by verse teaching was a game-changer for me. It helped me as a Christian to have a clear and better understanding of the bible and its teachings. The fact of the matter is that we all need God and His grace. I find it very wonderful that He has made Himself available to each and every one of us when we need him. And that’s what inspired me to write the song “In God We Trust”. Ministry is every single thing you do as a Christian musician. So get into a relationship with God and let your whole life and music be inspired by Him. Selected Links and Mentions. Simple Faith church Quadraphonic: The forgotten surround sound of the 70s Emerson, Lake & Palmer REAPER | Audio Production Without Limits Pro Tools - Music Software - Avid Connect with George Hillman Website www.georgehillman.com Facebook @GeorgeHillmanMusic Twitter @GeoHillmanMusic Instagram @georgehillman

Starting off today’s show with the magical sounds of a tropical beach in the South of Thailand. With today’s focus on the Great Pacific Garbage patch, my question to you is, how long do you think we have before it all goes away? As a species, we are undoubtedly behind the destruction of countless marine and land plants and animals. We’re only getting worse by the day. Like the other day, I witnessed a lady come out from a car and throw a cigarette she was smoking on the ground and stepped on it. The mere fact that she did everything like it was normal is simply astonishing. This is what we’ve become as a species. In today's show I highlight the enormous amount of trash we are dumping in the oceans and how it is negatively impacting the marine ecosystem, in hope that we can change our attitude and save the oceans, sea’s, and ultimately, our precious planet! The Great Pacific Garbage Patch Also known as The Pacific Trash Vortex, The Great Pacific Garbage Patch spans waters from the west coast of North America to Japan. It consists of The Western Garbage Patch in Japan and The Eastern Garbage Patch that’s between Hawaii and California. The entire Great Pacific Garbage Patch is bounded by the North Pacific Subtropical Gyre - a circular storm pattern that’s formed by the pacific ocean currents. The center of the Gyre tends to be very calm and stable. The circular motion of the gyre draws the debris into the calm center, where it becomes trapped to form the garbage patches. The pacific garbage patch is Made up of microplastics that can’t be seen by the naked eye. The microplastic is mixed with other debris like fishing gear and shoes. 70% of the marine debris in the Pacific garbage patch usually ends up sinking to the bottom of the ocean. 54% of the marine debris comes from land-based activities in North America, while 20% is as a result of offshore oil rigs and large cargo ships that dump or lose litter directly into the ocean. The first trash vortex was discovered by Charles Moore. A sailor who was sailing from Hawaii to California after competing in a yachting race. Charles alongside his crew took note of the vortex when their ship was surrounded by millions of plastic pieces. Plastics make up the majority of the ocean debris majorly because of two reasons: a. Plastic is durable and low cost. Making it popular with manufacturers of consumer products b. Plastic doesn’t biodegrade. It only breaks into smaller pieces and becomes a part of the ocean ecosystem Dangers of the ocean debris Sea animals like seals and turtles sometimes confuse the microplastics for food and eat them. Which ends up killing them. Sea animals get entangled in the nets found in pacific garbage patches and die. The patch blocks sunlight from reaching plankton and algae in the ocean. This disrupts the food chain as sea animals such as turtles and fish we depend on, end up dying. Plastics absorb pollutants such as PCBs from the seawater. This is later passed on to animals that feed on the small pieces of plastic. Because the garbage is far off from any coastline. No country wants to take responsibility or fund the cleanup projects. According to scientists and explorers, the best way everyone can be involved in the clean up is by limiting or eliminating our use of disposable plastics and substituting with biodegradable resources. A lot of the global conglomerates are only profit-driven, and that’s why plastic is such a commonly used resource. The only way this stops is if you as a person, decide to take action. Take responsibility and live your daily life in pursuit of a cleaner and healthier planet. Timestamps. 01:13 About The Great Pacific Garbage Patch 03:24 What causes garbage in the ocean 05:37 The two major garbage patches 07:05 How the North Pacific Gyre is formed 09:44 What the pacific patch is really composed of 11:04 How the trash vortex was first discovered 12:51 Why plastic is the majority of debris in the ocean 13:46 Harmful effects of marine debris 16:57 Patching up the patch 23:28 How you can make a difference 27:41 Listen to connected Selected links and Mentions. The Cornish beaches where Lego keeps washing up The Great Pacific Garbage Patch Marine debris Ocean Trash: 5.25 Trillion Pieces and Counting, but Big Questions Remain North Pacific Gyre Meet Captain Charles Moore DE276 Humpback Comeback! Connected by James O’Connor

Joining me on the show today is producer, talent manager, and international speaker Brad Lambert. Brad was born and raised in Pittsburgh. So it was no surprise when he started off his career working with The Steelers by helping their athletes in marketing and branding themselves. Passionate and self-driven for success, Brad moved to LA. This proved to be the highlight for his career as he worked with the legendary Robert Downey Jr and team, then, on to some of the biggest Hollywood brands, including Disney, Marvel, and Sony Pictures. Brad has also been a part of the marketing campaigns of two-hit movies; Avengers End Game and Spiderman: Far From Home. Brad in a Nutshell Brad is only motivated to work on things that he’s passionate about. And although it’s a straightforward approach, the path toward his inspirational success has been characterized by hard discipline and commitment. This is what led Brad into working in the Sports and Film industries. Business and Connection Building Brad started working with The Steelers while in senior high school. He did whatever he could to add value to the lives and business aspects of his clients (The Steelers athletes). This ranged from social media management, brand building, PR, and online marketing. His main goal through all this was to establish his clients’ brands to ensure maximum exposure for entrepreneurial and career success. What motivated Brad at the time up to date, is the relationship and connection side of the business. He enjoyed getting to know the personal and social lives of the athletes he worked with. The relationship aspect, Brad advises, is the most important factor behind the success of anything. From business to careers, family, and friendships. Building genuine and trustworthy relationships is the key to a firm and unshakable foundation. Once you’ve established a great relationship, it will automatically spill over to your general reputation and track record. Everything else will fall into place without much effort. Progress: Moving to LA Having received a call and provided an opportunity to work in Hollywood. Brad jumped on board without any second thoughts. Because he didn’t have any background in Film School. Brad had to work twice as hard as the other producers and marketers in Hollywood. But he had no problem with this since he’s always loved new challenges and anything that required him to jump out of his comfort zone. Looking back at all of it now, Brad is grateful for the time he spent working to produce and market Hollywood films. Everything involved in the production aspects; research, coverage, creativity hacking, and teamwork, have all helped in shaping him to be the success he is today. It’s this experience that shaped Brad’s belief in the spirit of synergy and collaboration for inclusive success. Lifting each other up is the only way we all win. Adapting to the COVID Environment. Like everyone else’s lifestyle, Brad’s daily routine has massively been affected by the pandemic. But instead of complaining or sitting back to wait for things to change, Brad has decided to take control and do the things that he can to ensure progress. He’s currently working on different projects to ensure easy continuity once this COVID storm has settled. Brad has also taken the opportunity to work on growing himself. He’s been reading, watching Ted Talks, learning new skills, and speaking on podcasts. His main focus is to come out on the other side better than he currently is. Although habits are hard to break. Just like Brad, taking it one step at a time is the way to go. Focus on the good, and the most you can do with the resources you have. This is the way we all come out of the current crisis as winners. Timestamps 03:21 How Brad launched his career while in high school 06:07 Brad’s experience working with The Steelers. 07:43 Building the foundation of his marketing business 08:48 Business tips to starting a business 13:55 Transitioning from sports to the film industry 16:52 Experience working in Hollywood projects. 20:41 Brad’s personal life philosophy and character building. 24:41 Growing and succeeding in the COVID environment. 30:00 Making the most with the little you have 33:37 Pivoting from the 9-5 to going independent 36:57 Making better people instead of millionaires 38:01 Brad’s work habits and routines. 46:03 Building genuine relationships for success 53:05 Listen to Connected. Quotes I did a lot of work for people which I never got paid for. Because it’s never been about business for me. Adding value and building relationships was my aim at the time. - Brad about working with some of The Steelers athletes while in high school. All my success has come from building genuine relationships. Through these relationships, I’ve been able to build a foundation which I then leverage to transition into the money side of things. Life is all about who you know. And when opportunities are presented to you by these people, you have to jump on that train. Always challenge yourself. If things are beginning to get easy for you, then it’s time to focus on a different niche to ensure growth and overall success. I personally never say no to any opportunity, even if it’s something I’m not very familiar with. We’re not together as we were in the past. If we change this and we all stick together and support each other, then the world will be a much better place. Selected Links and Mentions Terry Bradshaw Lynn Swann Willie Parker Lawrence Timmins Robert Downey jr. Scooter Braun Gary Vee Connect with Brad Website www.bradrlambert.com Instagram @bradrlambert YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_Yy3DCc3WUjBqSbz-PPGJA/featured?view_as=subscriber The Song “Connected” by James Kevin O’Connor As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

The humpback whale is making a comeback into existence! After humans hunted them close to the brink of total extinction, the south Atlantic humpback whales have recovered to about 90% of their historic population. It is estimated that whale hunters in the late 1700s all the way to the mid-1900s killed at least 300,000 humpback whales. With whale protection policies being put into place in the 1960s, the total population of the humpback has ever since grown from 440 humpbacks in 1958 to the current 24,900. There are seven different species of the Southern hemisphere humpbacks. Each of these species can uniquely be identified by their distinct genetic and migratory behavior. This comeback is set to have an ecosystem impact on all south Atlantic based sea animals. For this reason, it’s really important to keep monitoring the continuous shifts in the distribution of predators and prey of the south Atlantic humpback. Because of this dramatic recovery in numbers, the humpback whale was in the late 90s deemed to no longer be at any risk of extinction. What followed was stripped of its environmental protection and biodiversity conservation act of 1999. The reason I decided to focus today’s show on the humpback comeback is to flip the switch from the constant negative news that’s always on mainstream media. For once, let’s talk about the positives only. The humpback comeback is a testimony of how much, we as the human species can accomplish if we take collective action together. Timestamps (03:49) What we can learn from the humpback comeback (06:48) Comeback in other parts of the world (08:38) Recognizing and appreciating the positives in the midst of our chaos (12:29) Impacts of the humpback comeback (15:28) Wrapping up. Appreciating our efforts in preserving the humpback Selected links and mentions. Smithsonian Magazine - South Atlantic Humpback Whales Have Rebounded From the Brink of Extinction LiveScience - Facts about the humpback whales Time - Humpback Whales Have Made a Remarkable Recovery, Giving Us Hope for the Planet National Geographic - Humpback whales make a stunning comeback in southern Africa. Speak To Me As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group      

Welcome to my imagination, and a unique perspective on how it was back then, specifically, Indians and Jesus. My focus today is on the strong spiritual belief that the native Indians in America had. They not only recognized a form of divine power that existed but also appreciated the land and nature that a higher power had provided for them. When the pilgrims migrated into America from Europe, they came here without much. They were tired and hungry from the long travels. It was the indigenous American Indians that offered them help by teaching them how to live and survive in harsh conditions. Sadly though, the Indians have over time been corrupted by the immigrants and other communities and lost their land, and much of their indigenous cultural heritage and beliefs. In conclusion, with the chaos going on throughout the country currently, there’s nothing better to turn to for answers and safety like the Lord. Do some soul searching and decide where you want your faith and eternal heaven to be. Decide, and be free. Timestamps (1:06) The indigenous Indians’ connection to Jesus (3:56) The chaos that’s currently going on in America (5:14) My wish in the storm we’re going through (7:22) Taking over the native Indian culture (17:43) Listen to Indian Lake Selected Links Regarding Native American Culture and Traditions as Sacred - The United Methodist Church Indian Lake Ohio

Cynthia Brando, Why Artists Are Prone To Sadness, Depression, and Suicide. Joining me on the show today is Cynthia Brando. A talented singer and songwriter, Cynthia is Based in L.A and has a recognizably unique and silky voice. She has over the years performed in many venues, festivals, homes, and as a street performer too. Cynthia recently founded Music Emerging, a personal project where she devotes time to the emotional well being of her fellow colleagues in the music industry through her blog, workshops, life coaching, and other resources. Show Notes Always passionate about branding out into other scenes, Cynthia started Music Emerging 2 years ago as a side venture where she features other artists and holds unscripted conversations about their struggles, success, and failures. She’s currently pivoting Music Emerging into a podcast as a way to keep her audience entertained with more content through her interviews. Indie Road Tour experiences. As a performing singer and songwriter, Cynthia enjoys the joy and satisfaction that comes from performing across different states in America. One incident she particularly recalls and identifies as the most special moment is when she was performing at a house concert in New Mexico. While playing her song Red Scarf (A song about depression and suicide), Cynthia noted that a woman in her audience was crying. The woman approached her after the show and explained to Cynthia that her son had committed suicide a couple of weeks before that day. She thanked Cynthia for the emotionally deep song she played and praised her for her excellent songwriting skills. Finding her artistic self Always lacking confidence in herself, it’s taken Cynthia years to discover and sync with her true music self. When starting out, Cynthia experimented with a diverse range of singing styles, before she finally decided to stick to her vintage style, which she describes as an Acoustic Folk Rock genre. Her songwriting and singing rhythm is spiritually based, and this is where she draws the inspiration and confidence to produce her creative masterpieces. Timestamps (3:27) How Cynthia created Music Emerging (7:49) Listen to The Changing Skies of My Life by Cynthia Brando (11:47) Cynthia's road tour experience across different states. (15:58) Listen to End of the World by Cynthia Brando (21:27) Cynthia’s songwriting process. (26:23) Listen to Fire in my Heart by Cynthia Brando. (30:30) Cynthia's biggest road tour moments (33:35) Depression amongst artists (39:59) Listen to Sun and Moon by Cynthia Brando (44:37) Cynthia’s schedule (48:30) How artists are dealing with the pandemic Quotes Education for me was always better through learning with experience. Through everyday actions and interactions. - Cynthia on how she learned a lot through her Tours Artists feel a little bit deeper as far as creativity in content is concerned. This is through the power they draw in order to share content that’s universal and special to people. And this can be overwhelming. - Cynthia on why artists are usually very emotional, depressed, and suicidal. Music creates a bond almost instantly when you start playing. - Cynthia on connecting with new and/or hostile audiences. Selected Links and Mentions Billy Joel - Sadness Or Euphoria Kaitlin Wolfberg DE161 Cynthia Brando | Ubiquitous musical spirit championing the love and the talent of others for the benefit of all Connect with Cynthia Brando Website www.cynthiabrando.com www.musicemerging.com Facebook @cynthiabrandomusic Instagram @cynthiabrando Twitter @CBrandoMusic YouTube www.youtube.com/channel/UC51uU_nWwzl3_2gYWRSrr0A As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

With all the demonstrations going on in the country right now, I think it’s important that we focus on how we can best solve the situation that’s slowly getting out of control.   Earlier this week, my brother shared with me an article by Tom Bergeron which featured Pastor Soaries. The article is a quick summary of the chaos that America has found itself in, and how we can focus on rebuilding a peaceful, diverse, and just society. My Personal Relationship with  Pastor Soaries  Pastor Soaries has served as a pastor at the First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens in Franklin Township for three decades now.   Having grown up as a Catholic myself, I decided to make a change in my place of worship 3 years ago. The place where I felt God guided me to was none other than the First Baptist Church where Pastor Soaries was the shepherd.   The first time I stepped into the church, I instantly felt at home. The congregation was very warm and welcoming, and best of all, Pastor Soaries delivered the most enigmatic, soul-touching preachings at the church.   Pastor Soaries, and the power of trust and relationships.   Pastor Soaries likens the murder of George Floyd to the televised 1963 Birmingham, Alabama, atrocities that sparked the Civil Rights movement.   He goes on to state that the only way we can work our way out of the current chaos we’re in, is by focusing our studies on what’s going right. Opposed to the current culture of placing our full attention and focus on what went wrong and who's to blame for what. By studying instances and communities where the police and communities have been able to peacefully coexist, we can duplicate these systems in our cultures elsewhere.  And since not all law enforcers are bad. We should fairly try to work with them in trying to make life easier for them and ourselves. The only way we can change the current stereotyping of police by the community and vice versa is by working hand in hand with the police in ensuring they can easily carry out their duty of protecting us.   In conclusion, Pastor Soaries places a major emphasis on building the structures of trust and healthy relationships in our lives. It is only through genuine relationships, where people are willing to listen to and accommodate each other's diverse opinions that we are able to learn and progress as a society.  Timestamps  (3:07) How I first met Pastor Soaries  (8:45) More about Pastor Soaries’ life and philosophy  (16:50) The power of trust and good relationships  (19:02) How we can improve our everyday relationships  (21:33) Sarah Young’s Daily Words of wisdom  (23:24) Listen to Peace and Love  Selected Links and Mentions  Race relationship expert: Renowned pastor Soaries puts week’s events in proper perspective by Tom Bergeron First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence (with Scripture References) by Sarah Young

Joining us on the show today is Rick Caballo. Rick is a full reflection of art and creativity as a full-time passion and career. Now based in Nashville, Rick was born and raised in Wollongong, Sydney, Australia. Being a musical artist, Rick has played for audiences across Australia, the USA, and Europe. As a songwriter, he’s won numerous accolades and has been nominated for several more. He has a natural passion for artistic creativity, and can easily multi-task multiple projects as a musician, photographer, fashion designer, graphic, and web designer. Getting into design Growing up as a little kid, Rick was always in love with the design. He found himself drawn to anything that involved creativity as a working process. While still performing as a music artist, Rick started a screen-printing and branding company in Australia that grew to be a massive source of income for him. Despite having a deep passion rooted in music and striving to be a major rockstar in Australia, Rick’s constant struggles to make it big eventually led him to accept that he was just as talented and blessed in working as a branding creative as a musician. With time, he learned to accept and embrace this reality, and this has in turn led him into a successful career working as a branding principle in this successful company alongside his wife Melissa Core. Rick’s working experience as a branding manager. As the co-founder and manager of Deadhorse branding. Rick has had the pleasure of working with several top producers, singers, and songwriters. He finds joy in working with a diverse group of artists in the entertainment scene and helping them establish their brand and find their identity. He, however, notes that despite being so talented, some of the current young generations of artists are setback by poor work ethic which is characterized by lack of consistency, hard work, and persistence. Social media has influenced so many of the young artists into subconsciously being demotivated and only shooting for short term gratification. Recently a Dad, Rick enjoys the experience of being a father to his newly born daughter, Felix Rose, who is a cornerstone and source of joy for him and his wife. As a creative brand manager, Rick finds joy and fulfillment in helping artists find and live by a brand identity that suits them. In return, Rick has also learned so much about music, song-writing, and fashion through the numerous clients who reciprocate their knowledge with Rick. Stay tuned and find out why staying focused on one particular niche and branding yourself is the key to any successful career. Timestamps (4:24) How Rick got into Branding and Fashion (11:05) The problems affecting the current generation of artists (14:17) How Rick met his wife (19:51) A snapshot of Rick’s daily life (24:32) The joy and experience of being a new dad (26:40) Deadhorse Branding marketing (31:01) What Rick enjoys most about his work Quotes "My first love is design. Whether it's fashion, photography, artwork, c.d covers. Any creative outlet to me is design" - Rick Caballo on his passion for design "To be a great artist, you need to first experience the humble work ethic of following your passion and performing your art even with no pay or a small audience". "Branding is the most important thing. It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in, effective, solid branding is the key to successful PR marketing". Selected Links and Mentions Steven Tyler Marc Jordan Alice Cooper Chuck Garric Tony Brown Zoho Software Asana Software Connect with Rick Caballo Branding Website www.deadhorsebranding.com Facebook @DeadHorseBranding Instagram @deadhorsebranding YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4WcP8F_VZx7GtJ6XKdIXeQ/featured    

Special Thanks to Tom Robinson from Beyond Today Magazine Beyond Today Magazine source https://www.ucg.org/beyond-today/beyond-today-magazine/d-day-and-divineintervention#comments It’s been 75 years since D-Day, June 6, 1944, when Western Allied forces during World War II launched the largest invasion in history with nearly 7,000 ships of all sorts and more than 11,000 planes, crossing the English Channel and landing more than 150,000 troops (and moreover the days that followed) on the beaches of Normandy to free France and the rest of Europe from Nazi tyranny. German leader Adolf Hitler had prepared a vast defensive network of artillery, gun emplacements, mines, and other deadly obstacles stretching from the west coast of France up to Norway. This “Atlantic Wall” had to be breached for the Allies to press forward and defeat this evil, the genocidal regime that with its Axis partners was intent on continuing the carnage of many millions while trying to conquer the world. Famed war correspondent Ernie Pyle, who arrived at Normandy the day after D-Day, noted that the Allies achieved victory “with every advantage on the enemy’s side and every disadvantage on ours.”  Yet, as he wrote, the total Allied casualties “were remarkably low—only a fraction, in fact, of what our commanders had been prepared to accept.” Pyle concluded, “Now that it is all over, it seems to be a pure miracle that we ever took the beach at all.” What was miraculous about D-Day, and why would God have intervened? The weather and other surprises—flukes or God’s handiwork? Gen. Dwight Eisenhower, Supreme Allied Commander (and later U.S.president), said later on the 1952 anniversary of the operation launch: “This day eight years ago, I made the most agonizing decision of my life. If there were nothing else in my life to prove the existence of an almighty and merciful God, the events of the next twenty-four hours did it … The greatest break in a terrible outlay of weather occurred the next day and allowed that great invasion to proceed, with losses far below those we had anticipated.” The Allies had tried to plan for every eventuality, but they had no control over the vital weather. They hoped for good weather to make the 100-mile sea crossing to Europe, as had miraculously occurred in the mass evacuation from Europe at Dunkirk early in the war. What they didn’t realize was that bad weather—the windiest in 20 years—would hand them success beyond all expectations. D-Day was originally scheduled for June 5 and could only be postponed for the short term to the 6th or 7th, while the tides were still low and the moon was full for visibility (along with clear weather), especially for clearing or avoiding mines in the surf. Otherwise, it would have to have been put off a good while later. With the terrible weather that sprang up on June 5, it looked like the operation was a no-go, but meteorologists reported a break was about to occur in the weather to allow the 17-hour crossing, though there was as yet no sign of any calming. Eisenhower made the agonizing decision for the ships to launch on the 5th (to arrive the next day) in the face of severe winds. As it turned out, the weather was only marginally better on the 6th, yet enough for the invasion to succeed even with weather-related losses. What really helped win the day was that the Germans could not believe the Allies would cross the English Channel in such awful weather, and they were caught completely unprepared. They had stood alert at low-tide and full-moon days in May, but they now did not see the need. Half the German division commanders and a fourth of the regiment commanders left for war games exercises in Brittany. Field Marshal Erwin Rommel, in charge of the Normandy defenses, decided to travel 500 miles to Germany to celebrate his wife’s birthday. He came back at the word of the invasion, but it took him all day—by then too late. Also, Adolf Hitler and other leaders under him were convinced by Allied ploys and their own theories that the Allied invasion was going to be further east. And when it arrived they assumed it was a diversion, with the real landing to take place elsewhere—a belief that Hitler bizarrely clung to up through August! Meanwhile, most of the Luftwaffe (German air force) planes based in Normandy had been relocated to Germany to defend against increasing Allied bombing. With that and the bad weather, German planes were not patrolling the English Channel. Moreover, this was the only night the German U-boat submarines did not patrol it. So the Allies encountered hardly any enemy forces on the way. Confusion among German defenders A key early step in the invasion was for paratroopers to come in gliders at 100mph with no guiding lights and to land secretly next to two critical guarded bridges and secure them—to keep the Germans back and prevent the Germans from destroying them so the Allies couldn’t use them. The weather helped in this too, hiding the gliders in the low clouds as they flew by stopwatches until they dropped out at 200 feet when the pilots could then see. The first paratroopers to land were stunned, British platoon leader Maj. John Howard later stating: “When we came to our senses, we realized there was no firing. There was no enemy firing. It all seemed quite unbelievable.” The 22paratroopers trotted over the bridge, the terrified guard's dove into the bushes, and the garrison was taken in 10 minutes. But two German tanks arrived, with four more on the way. The paratroopers had only a single anti-tank gun and with one chance succeeded in hitting the tank right in the middle, setting off all the ammunition inside—the burning tank now blocking the German advance and enabling lost paratroopers to be reoriented. The Germans were not then able to counterattack there or across the wider area. They now had only two panzers (or tank) divisions near the Normandy landings. Early in the morning, Field Marshal Gerd von Rundstedt ordered these to move in, not believing such a large-scale invasion could be a deception. But he had to get approval, as these forces were under the German high command. Approval was not given, as Hitler had to give the order, and he was still sleeping—and he didn’t awaken until noon. Hitler’s approval did not come until 4 p.m., and by that time the weather had cleared and Allied aircraft ruled the skies over Normandy, smashing anything that moved on the ground. (Much more could be said of Hitler’s terrible blunders, which some speculate may have resulted from disease or drug and chemical interactions affecting his brain.) Many remarkable things happened on D-Day. The landing at Utah Beach was actually in the wrong place, but this worked out in the Allies’ favor, as the beach was less defended there. Of course, other places saw far worse fighting. The taking of the Normandy beaches was still horrific, with thousands dead or wounded. Yet the casualty count had been expected to be many times higher. And the victory allowed the liberation of Europe to follow over the next year. The weather that seemed poised to thwart the Allied cause in reality greatly helped it. And the Nazi leadership was in many ways confounded. Eisenhower and many others saw this as clear help from Almighty God. In fact, newspapers at the time declared the events of D-Day, Dunkirk, El Alamein, the Battle of Britain and a number of other battles to be miraculous, particularly in the wake of widespread prayer to God for deliverance. U.S. and British leaders and people look to God Gen. Eisenhower told the troops embarking for Normandy: “The eyes of the world are upon you. The hopes and prayers of liberty-loving people everywhere march with you … The tide has turned! The freemen of the world are marching together to Victory! I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty, and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full Victory! Good Luck! And let us all beseech the blessing of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking.” British Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery had told the troops, “Let us pray that the Lord, mighty in battle, will give us victory.” As the forces approached Normandy, U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt took to the airwaves with this call: “In this poignant hour, I ask you to join with me in prayer.” He publicly prayed: “Almighty God: Our sons, pride of our nation, this day have set upon a mighty endeavor, a struggle to preserve our Republic, our religion, and our civilization, and to set free suffering humanity … They will need Thy blessings. Their road will be long and hard … “They fight not for the lust of conquest. They fight to end conquest. They fight to liberate … They yearn but for the end of the battle, for their return to the haven of home. Some will never return. Embrace these, Father, and receive them, Thy heroic servants, into Thy kingdom. “And for us at home … help us, Almighty God, to rededicate ourselves in renewed faith in Thee in this hour of great sacrifice. “Many people have urged that I call the nation into a single day of special prayer. But because the road is long and the desire is great, I ask that our people devote themselves in a continuance of prayer. As we rise to each new day, and again when each day is spent, let words of prayer be on our lips, invoking Thy help to our efforts … “And, O Lord, give us faith. Give us faith in Thee; faith in our sons; faith in each other; faith in our united crusade … With Thy blessing, we shall prevail over the unholy forces of our enemy. Help us to conquer the apostles of greed and racial arrogances. Lead us to the saving of our country, and with our sister Nations into a world unity that will spell a sure peace—a peace invulnerable to the schemings of unworthy men. And a peace that will let all of the men live in freedom, reaping the just rewards of their honest toil. “They will be done, Almighty God. Amen.” As word of the invasion spread, prayer vigils were quickly organized throughout the country. Many businesses closed for prayer. “This was the Lord’s doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes” Britain’s King George VI said in a worldwide radio address on D-Day: “Four years ago our nation and Empire stood alone against an overwhelming enemy, with our backs to the wall. Tested as never before in our history, in God’s providence we survived that test … “Once more a supreme test has to be faced. This time the challenge is not to fight to survive, but to fight to win the final victory for the good cause … That we may be worthily matched with this new summons of destiny, I desire solemnly to call my people to prayer and dedication. “We are not unmindful of our own shortcomings, past and present. We shall ask not that God may do our will, but that we may be enabled to do the will of God, and we dare to believe that God has used our nation and Empire as an instrument for fulfilling His high purpose. “I hope that throughout the present crisis of the liberation of Europe there may be offered up earnest, continuous, and widespread prayer … “If from every place of worship, from home and factory, from men and women of all ages and many races and occupations, our intercessions rise, then, please God, both now and in the future, not remote, the predictions of an ancient psalm may be fulfilled: ‘The Lord will give strength unto His people; the Lord will give His people the blessing of peace.’” Did God answer this great outpouring of prayer? Many are justifiably convinced that He did. After the Allies swept triumphantly through France in 1944, Gen. Montgomery felt compelled to say: “Such a historic march of events can seldom have taken place in such a short space of time … Let us say to each other, ‘This was the Lord’s doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes.’” A God who intervenes and answers national prayer The Bible reveals that God cares about what happens in the affairs of nations and intervenes in working out His overall plan. “For wisdom and might are His. And He changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and raises up kings” (Daniel 2:20-21)—sometimes to punish sinful nations and rulers (compare Genesis 15:16; Isaiah 10:12)—and also to protect His servant people from annihilation. He chose the people of Israel to fulfill a very special destiny. In prophesying of the Israelites in the last days, God promised to make Joseph’s descendants through his sons Ephraim and Manasseh the most blessed nations in the world and strengthen them against their enemies (Genesis 49:22-24), declaring that their descendants would “push the peoples to the ends of the earth” (Deuteronomy 33:17). He further said the Israelites would be “like a lion … Your hand shall be lifted against your adversaries, and all your enemies shall be cut off” (Micah 5:8-9). Other verses show that God would also discipline the Israelites through losses to enemies. But He promised that if His people would humble themselves in prayer, He would forgive them and heal their land (2 Chronicles 7:14). All of this plays a huge part in what happened at D-Day and the various other instances of divine intervention during World War II and in other conflicts. For, as incredible as it may seem, the prophecies regarding end-time Israel have been fulfilled primarily through the United States and Britain and other nations of British descent. In fact, these nations are in large part actually formed of the descendants of Joseph! (Be sure to read our free study guide The United States and Britain in Bible Prophecy for the proof of this identity and heritage.) Though this truth is unknown to most, many over the last few centuries have had a sense of the promises to Israel applying in some ways to these great Bible-believing nations. Leaders who recognized the hand of God at work Observe what Winston Churchill, British Prime Minister at the time of D-Day, said in his memoirs of the First World War regarding an encounter with Scripture just after he took charge of the Royal Navy: “That night when I went to bed, I saw a large Bible lying on a table in my bedroom. I thought of the peril of Britain, peace-loving, unthinking, little prepared … I thought of mighty Germany … wave after wave of valiant manhood … of the sudden and successful wars by which her power had been set I opened the Book at random, and in the 9th Chapter of Deuteronomy I read— “‘Hear, O Israel: Thou art to … possess nations greater and mightier than thyself … a people great and tall of whom thou hast heard say, Who can stand before the children of Anak! “‘Understand therefore this day, that the Lord thy God is he which goes over before thee; as a consuming fire … Not for thy righteousness, or for the uprightness of thy heart … but for the wickedness of these nations the Lord thy God doth drive them out from before thee, and that he may perform the word which the Lord sware unto thy fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.’ “It seemed a message full of reassurance” ( The World Crisis, Mentor edition, 1968, pp. 58-59). Indeed it was. During the Second World War, the same Churchill, now prime minister, gave a message in 1942 stating: “I sometimes have a feeling of interference. I want to stress that. I have a feeling sometimes that some Guiding Hand has interfered. I have a feeling that we have a Guardian because we have a great Cause, and we shall have that Guardian so long as we serve that Cause faithfully.” At the victorious conclusion of the war, Churchill led the British House of Commons to “give humble and reverent thanks to Almighty God for our deliverance.” Harry Truman, U.S. president at the end of World War II, later remarked in 1951: “I do not think that anyone can study the history of this nation without becoming convinced that Divine Providence has played a great part in it. I have the feeling that God has created us and brought us to our present position of power and strength for some great purpose. It is not given to us to know fully what that purpose is.” Will we continue to look to God? While these men did not grasp the big picture of what God was working out, they and others at the time still realized who had saved them and seen them through. Do we? It’s heartrending to contemplate, but it will not be long before the world is plunged into the worst time of trouble ever—far worse than World War II. America and Britain will not then succeed in beating back the enveloping tyranny but, having drifted far from God, will experience devastating defeat and destruction. Yet, thankfully, a great deliverance will at last come —from the same God. The Father will send Jesus Christ to return to the earth in awesome power. Descending with the hosts of heaven, Jesus will come in divine war, crushing the armies arrayed against Him. Overthrowing the tyranny of wicked men and of Satan behind it all, He will take over the governing of the whole world, then bringing an end to war and guiding mankind into the way of peace. As we remember D-Day, let’s be grateful for God’s great intervention then and at other times and, humbling ourselves in prayer, continue to trust Him now and for the future deliverance, He will ultimately bring. As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

Today’s show will take a leaning to the French people and their culture. First off, I want to thank all my fans from France. I was checking out my dHarmic Evolution Podcast download stats, and right behind America, France is the country with the 2nd highest download stats. So thank you to all you French fans of the podcast! Weird enough though, I don’t think I’ve hosted any French guests on the show before. Having hosted artists from over 35 different countries, I am still looking to host a French artist. So if you’re listening to the show and know a French singer/songwriter, author, speaker, or thought leader, kindly recommend them to me and I’d love to have them on the show. They can reach me at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com With the quarantine going on, I’ve been spending a lot of my extra time running, praying, and reading books. Running is really helping me keep fit since there aren’t any yoga studios open just yet. I’ve also discovered and learned so much info in front of the recent Tech books I’ve been reading. I’m a new student of Cryptocurrency and the book “Crypto Facts” alongside George Gilder’s “Life After Google” are some of the masterpieces that I’ve been reading to help increase my knowledge of this new space. Thank you, France! Having dedicated the show to my French fans, I figured I’d entertain all of you with some top, interesting facts about the French and their culture, most of which just might blow your mind! But before that, I wanna share an off the book fact that I recently learned from a World War 2 documentary I was watching. Did you know that the Germans, when attacking France, were pumped up on Methylphenidate to keep them up and running for 3 straight days? A task the French thought it would take the Germans at least 2 weeks to accomplish, the Germans were able to break through into Paris in just 3 days! With that said, here are some of the top facts about the French and their culture that I bet you didn’t know. • France is sometimes known as The Hexagon due to the fact that it has six sides • When all of French’s possessions worldwide are taken into account. France occupies 12 time zones. The most of any country. • Paris was a roman city originally. It was known as Lutetia • In addition to being the most studied language in the world after English. Alongside, Italian and Spanish, French is one of the most romantic languages. The duo has origins in Latin. • The French army was the first to use camouflage as a war tactic in world war 1 • Over one-half of the traffic roundabouts worldwide is located in France. • In the Second World War, when Hitler visited the Eiffel Tower, the French cut all of the lift cables. This forced him to climb the stairs if he wanted to enjoy the view from the top. • King Louis the 19th had the shortest reign in history: 20 minutes. His father had abdicated the throne, and Louis followed him in abdicating in favor of his nephew. • France made history in 2016 by banning supermarkets from throwing out unsold food items. These stores are now required to donate food to charities and food banks. • During the Second World War, the Mosque of Paris protected French Jews from the Nazis by supplying them with Muslim Identification cards. • The famous Lascaux Caves in France have rock paintings in them dating back over 17,000 years. • The Louvre Museum in Paris is consistently the most visited museum in the world. Over 9 million visitors go through their doors annually. • By the 1660s France already had a form of public transportation. It consisted of horse-drawn wagons that followed a set schedule along specific routes. • For 214 years it was illegal in Paris for women to wear pants. This ended in 2012. • The highest mountain in France is Mont Blanc. At 15,780 feet, Mont Blanc is a part of the French Alps. • Despite France’s reputation as a culinary mecca, French males have the lowest percentage of obesity in Europe. • In order to be a taxi driver in Paris, you would have to pay almost 200,000 Euros to get your license. • France is divided into 13 Regions, which are divided into 101 Departments. There are also 5 ROMs or overseas regions which are part of France. In December 2015, the regions were reorganized to the 13 current regions, down from the previous number of 22. • The oldest person in the world was (according to the Guinness Book of World Records), a French woman who lived to be 122 years and 164 days old. • No country has won more Nobel Prizes for Literature than France. • The French rail system, at 29,000 km, is second only to Germany’s in length. • The actual name France came from a Germanic tribe. They used the word “frank”, which meant “free” in their native tongue. •Champagne comes exclusively from the Champagne region of France. If it doesn’t come from there, it is simply referred to as a sparkling wine. Timestamps (3:58) Reading my way through the quarantine (10:11) Honoring my French fans (15:07) German soldiers - The original Meth users (16:20) About the French culture from my trip (18:36) Interesting facts about France and the French (32:57) Listen to “Tango On” Selected Links and Mentions Life After Google: The Fall of Big Data and the Rise of the Blockchain Economy Cryptofacts Vol 1 Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption 111Interesting facts about France Hitler, Meth, and the War: Sleepless on the Western Front As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. 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Today’s show is all about the chain of love. For a big part of America. This is the month of graduation. Characterized by proms, senior nights, epic graduation ceremonies alongside other parties. However, with the current global pandemic, so many have had to cancel or postpone this key milestone of their lives. After my brother reached out to me earlier this month, I could tell he was empathetic about his daughter, and my niece - Cassy -. This was because they could only hold a small celebration in light of the current restrictions set countrywide to curb the spread of the virus. So, do you know anyone that is graduating? Whether it’s 8th grade, high-school, university, or any kind of milestone in their life? It’s important that we appreciate and celebrate this event in a special way that makes them feel loved and cared for. One of the ways we can do this is through calling. A voice is a very powerful tool. You can use it as a first aid kit to aid someone close to you who is struggling through the current pandemic, be it the graduate or someone struggling in any given life situation. Cheering them up and bringing a ray of hope and happiness in their life is only a call away. I prefer calling, but if you can’t get through, at least text them you were thinking of them! Chain of Love. Chain of love is a song I wrote in dedication to my older son graduating high school. After an inspirational speech by the principal, I was instantly moved by the whole event and started writing the song in my subconscious. After years of procrastination. I finally produced the song back in 2010 with help from “Studio Pros” a West Coast online recording studio headed up by Katie O’Toole. You can listen to the song at the end of the show, and if you’re moved and inspired by it, then please, share it with somebody who you feel needs the inspiration too. (Find the lyrics of the Chain of Love song at the end of the show notes) “Here to Share and Care” - A lesson on gratitude and support Life has its ups and downs. Sometimes we’re strong, and other times we are weak. If you’re in your season of strength, try and support the people who are not feeling it right now and need your assistance. Look around you. So many people have way less than what you have but are happier than you are. A video I saw on Facebook that really touched me magnified this lesson for me. A woman who had a child who seemed to be about 2-3 years old, and had no arms or legs. The little kid was at a playground and would climb himself up on the slide stairs using his head as a point of leverage before launching himself down the slide, and his mom would be waiting at the end to catch him. The little boy was laughing and all smiles as was his Mom, they both looked to be very happy and content with life without a care in the world. Perhaps there is a lesson here for us all? In conclusion. I’d like to give my thanks to Luna Keller and Lisa Crouch, both artists were previous guests of the DE Podcast and were kind enough to respond to my “Here to Share and Care” video project. Timestamps (2:25) The struggle graduates are going through (5:23) The Chain of Love (7:48) Just a call Away by Lisa Crouch (16:02) Alice is in love with a Mad hatter by Luna Keller (21:41) Always be grateful - It could be a lot worse. (23:38) The back story of Chain of Love (27:03) Listen to Chain of Love   Selected Links and Mentions DE140 Lisa Crouch | No Joke, Lisa Crouch Has To Be Heard! DE259 Luna Keller, singing and songwriting on the Canary Islands, simply Paradise!   The Chain of Love They came into the world as babies, then left these hallowed halls as fine young, men and ladies And I felt a sense of pride and wonder, to be included among the many, pieces of the chain, the chain of Love   Reflections in the way your smile, carry countless childhood memories and the sparks of love ignite across the silent spaces of our tried and trusted teenage trepidation And we all wrapped our hands around the chain, the chain of love, chain of love   We built a chain, stronger than steel A chain of Love, and that’s how it feels Just like the wind, brings a new rain, A chain of love burns like a flame, a chain of love, chain of love   Your graduation, I sat and watched your mother's tears, trace your footsteps one by one through all those wonderful years And me sometimes I feel so sad and small and lonely, but I know you will always help me hold my place inside This chain of love, chain of love, this chain of love, this chain of love   We built a chain, stronger than steel A chain of Love, and that’s how it feels Just like the wind, brings a new rain, A chain of love burns like a flame,   A chain of love, stronger than steel this chain of love, and that’s how it feels, this chain of love……….    Written and produced by James Kevin O’Connor    As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. 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99 Years Old. Served his country in the 2nd world war and won medals for his heroic achievement. Worked as a sales manager before finally retiring in 1987. Beat skin cancer and several hip-related surgeries. Raced and won numerous motorcycle contests and even contested in T.V shows. You might think that Captain Tom Moore would be content with his long list of life achievements to retire from any kind of service and take it easy. But oh no, Captain Tom Moore has recently broken a long list of records by raising over 33 Million Pounds in a donation to support the NHS in the current Covid-19 pandemic. On 6th April 2020, Captain Tom, aged 99 began taking walk laps with the goal of raising 1,000 pounds by his 100th birthday. Twenty four days later on his 100th birthday, Captain Tom had inspired over 1.5 million individual donations, with the total number of donations amassing to over 32.79 Million pounds. Captain Tom’s Bio Born at Keighley, in the West Riding of Yorkshire, on 30th April 2020 Captain Tom served in the British army during the 2nd world war from 1940 to 1945. Captain Tom has been awarded four medals for his war service during the war. After leaving the army, he worked as a sales manager for a roofing company in Yorkshire, and later as a managing director of a Fens-based company manufacturing concrete, “Cawood Concrete Products Ltd”, which was later renamed “March Concrete Products Ltd”, after he led a management buyout in 1983. The company was sold to ARC in 1987, and for 64 years he organized the DWR annual reunion. Breaking records with his Music Career. To Mark Captain Tom’s 100th Lap, singer Michael Ball sang "You'll Never Walk Alone" for him live on a BBC Broadcast. The performance was made into a digital single featuring the NHS Voices of Care Choir, and Moore's spoken words. The song was released on 17 April, with all proceeds going to NHS Charities. 7 days later the song went straight to number one on the weekly UK singles chart. Making Captain Tom the oldest person to achieve this feat. Moore’s story of love and resilience has inspired similar charity walks by several other individuals in the U.K. And by doing so, proved that age is just a number. You’re never too old to craft that new life you’ve always dreamed of. And that above all, there’s always a ray of hope and sunshine even in the darkest of days. Timestamps (3:11) Captain Tom’s background info (8:07) Elsie MacGill - The Canadian Queen of Hurricanes (10:41) Captains Tom’s legendary 2020 Walk (14:11) Topping the UK Charts, Captain Tom’s Music Career (16:17) Listen to Captain Tom’s You’ll Never Walk Alone (20:42) Recognizing Captain Tom’s inspirational acts (23:19) Breaking 2 Guinness World Book Records (25:26) Namesakes to honor Captain Tom (27:47) Inspiring similar fundraising walks. Selected Links and Mentions com - You'll Never Walk Alone by Michael Ball & Captain Tom Moore & The NHS Voices of Care Choir com - Captain Tom Moore's 100th Birthday Walk for the NHS com - Elsie MacGill The Guardian - Captain Tom Moore becomes oldest artist to claim UK No 1 single The Telegraph - Fundraisers inspired by Captain Tom Moore BBC News - Captain Tom Moore: How will coronavirus fundraising be spent? BBC News - Captain Tom: Train named in honour of NHS fundraiser As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group 

Today’s show will be brief and revolve around a wonderful nature experience that I was very lucky to be a part of. A new tweeting family recently moved in the front of my porch. Finches. From the creative hard-work, they put in when building their nests, around Mid-March this year, all the way to laying and hatching their eggs into little chicks. The entire experience was very sublime in a very personal way to me. With each passing day, and with the help of my phone and selfie-stick. I was able to have an up-close view of how the little chicks went through the circle of life with the help and support of their parents and each other. Seeing that her baby chicks are getting bigger, the mother finch, in an effort to motivate her little ones into believing in themselves, would stop feeding the chicks directly, but rather, hovering just outside the nest coaxing them to approach the edge of the nest and go for their first flight. Insights. Watching those little birds go through the circle of life; moving in, building a home, having chicks, feeding them, and pushing them into believing they can fend for themselves and have the strength to fly was a beautiful and eye-opening lesson that I had the pleasure of seeing unfold every day before my eyes. We should learn to do the same in our lives. We should have the confidence to believe in our capabilities - or pushing those that count on us to kick out the fear in their lives and through confidence, embrace their true and full potential - And just as the bird flies, so should we. Fly through life in a celebratory way, rise above the fear and troubles of life, and soar every day, looking at life from different levels and angles. Timestamps (00:50) New tweeting neighbors (3:55) Experiencing the growth of the little birds (5:27) Taking off for the first time (13:57) Listen to Butterfly by Cynthia Brando (15:38) Listen to the Country girl by Alyssa Marie Coon (22:56) Listen to Flyin Selected links and mentions DE257 Alyssa Marie Coon, age is “Oblivious” to talent and determination! DE161 Cynthia Brando | Ubiquitous musical spirit championing the love and the talent of others for the benefit of all https://newschannel9.com/ As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group       

I hope you’re all fairing well and strong through yet another week of the tough Covid-19 global pandemic. There won’t be any talk of the virus in today’s show. Instead, I’ll be reviewing my experience with Technology over the years, and give you insights on why going for top quality in every Tech project you have going on, is the key to your success. Recording Interview’s via Skype or Zoom This week, I had the opportunity to be interviewed and perform live via Skype, on “This N’ That” a show featured on WABC TV, Chattanooga TN. Personally, I only use Skype for regular calls with the V.As who help me out with producing the dHarmic Evolution podcast/TV show. I’m more accustomed to using “Zoom” for the actual DE podcast for video, and, despite not having used Skype for such work in about 1 and a half years, I was not only able to enjoy the entire interview and performance but also left the host of the show James Howard very impressed with the sound quality of my interview. (Make a statement with good audio!) The numerous singers and songwriters that I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing on the show can bear witness on my commitment to producing shows with only high quality .wav format songs. Because that’s the format I request they submit their songs in. Tune in to the show and find out how the ecamm skype recording software can automatically aid you in saving tons of interview files which you might later need for record management and information retrieval. The show also features songs from 2 of my previous guests Zelda Dashiell and Peter Lewy who were the first artists to send me the files I requested for the Here to Share and Care music video project. And if you too, want to be a part of the project, feel free to email me your file at: james@jamesoconooragency.com Remember we all need God’s help, and each other now more than ever. With the pandemic hitting all regions globally, do whatever you can to help those that are in need of your help. Timestamps (4:58) Holding my interview and song performance over Skype (10:20) Why.Wav format is better than.Mp3 when presenting your music (14:23) James Howard’s experience after hosting me (16:20) Here to Share and Care video project progress (18:35) Enjoy Cease the Fire by Zelda Dashiell (28:02) Some other way by Peter Lewy Selected links and mentions ecamm call recorder for skype on Mac WTVC DE123: Zelda Dashiell | Fight on, Zelda! DE81: Peter Lewy | The Cellist Singer-Songwriter from NYC Peter Lewy Zelda Dashiell James Howard As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group 

Welcome back to the show everyone. I hope you’re all managing to handle things in the midst of the current pandemic that’s hit the entire globe.  Today’s show is going to be a little different and special.  I’ll be diving into what I’ve personally been keeping myself busy with, and share with you some tips and strategies on how you too, can cope with the strange and unknown situation that we’ve all unfortunately found ourselves in.  Since moving from New Jersey to Nashville at the beginning of last August, I’ve really had no time to sit down, relax and enjoy the comfort of my T.V. So with the self-quarantine state of affairs that we’re all in, I decided to make the most of it by finally hanging my big 55” HD Panasonic that was sitting in the basement with a moving blanket covering it.  And because it was the lent season, I also ditched any alcoholic beverages, something that I have been doing for years now. It always surprises me just how easily this falls away as an unnecessary vice and its quickly forgotten about. This made me realize that there’s a lot of habits that become a part of us, habits that we feel we are not only accustomed to but also bonded to as well. But the simple truth is that they really don’t have as much influence over us as we give them the power to do so.   Less Criticism – More Compassion  Let’s be frank. The entire COVID-19 pandemic caught so many of us unaware and unprepared. Up to date, scientists are still revealing new information about the virus every day! From the way, it spreads to the way it affects and destroys the body of its victim.  Pointing fingers and playing the blame game won’t help solve any problems. We should all be supportive of the great work that the President’s task force has been accomplishing in a quite impossible environment.  Thus, we should be less critical of the efforts put in place by not just our administration, but people everywhere, and we should be more considerate of the less fortunate in society. The ones with nowhere to sleep and no idea what meal they’ll have next.   My Schedule.  It’s hard to come to terms with the physical reality we’re all witnessing in our cities. Of late, it’s been so strange to be outside. No people, no traffic, and almost all office and commercial buildings, venues, retail, etc,  have been deserted.  One of my personal highlights for spending my weeks was volunteering in downtown Nashville every Sunday morning to feed the hungry some hot steaming breakfast. Due to the current situation though, the entire operation has been put on hold. However, I still am, alongside my fiancée, offering the needed help at the Family Life Centre, for women and children in Nashville.  My weekly duties have now changed to a bit of running as an exercise, shopping for the essentials, volunteering, and an occasional car wash every one in a while.  Stay tuned and find out how I’ve slowly, through the help of my fiancée, been able to substitute my love and craving for Yoga with running. I am actually getting better! and of course, it’s all about the singing!  The Depression Fighters Manual.  In the show, I also give a quick review of my Depression Fighters Manual and how you can download and utilize it to the fullest during this tough crisis that’s been coupled with worry and anxiety. Part of what I cover include the  7 best strategies to fight depression, which include;  1. You’ve got to move  2. You’ve got to laugh  3. You’ve got to help somebody  4. You’ve got to be loved  5. You’ve got to eat something wholesome  6. You’ve to go love the drugs – Natural drugs that give you the rush!  7. You’ve got to love nature.  And a bonus strategy of how loving and connecting to God for spiritual nourishment, can cure all your troubles, and most importantly, help you deal with the worries of tomorrow.    I also want to give a special thanks to all of you who took up my request to make a music video featuring past artists that have been on the dHarmic Evolution as part of the Here to Share Challenge, with which we hope to express God’s message that we were all put here to share and care for one another, there are “no stars” in this music video, it's all about the message!   Timestamps  00:40 What we’ll be covering on the show today  3:09 Connecting my T.V for the first time in seven months  5:11 How I spend my days  8:02 The great job the President’s task force is doing.  10:32 How everyone else is pulling through  14:06 Working using Zoom   15:40 My depression manual - What’s in it and How you can get it  30:25 The backstory to Here to share and Care project.  34:14 My Guest appearance on ABC and how you can watch it  35:46 Listen to share and care.   Download Depression Fighters Ebook here! Selected links and mentions  Dr. Anthony Fauci Scott Geller  Rev. Dr. Christine Mercy Johnson  Ray Williams   Jimmy Fallon  Ellen  Oprah JFK 50 Mile Zoom Trump’s Task Force Efforts NASHVILLE RESCUE MISSION - FAMILY LIFE CENTER (FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN)   DE157 Ray Williams | From Motown to Soul Town to Nashville! Ray adds a unique flair to her music!  DE168 Alumni Professor Scott Geller | V Tech University “Ut Prosim”  DE 237 “How do we get people to believe?” Archbishop Christine Mercy Johnson explains  As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group 

“Azalea” is the musical duo of Benjamin and Mia Hackett, they are an Australian-Canadian couple that write, produce, and perform original music together. Before they met, Benjamin and Mia both worked on their own solo music projects, but for some reason, it always felt to them that a key ingredient was lacking in their art. Having fatefully met in 2004, the duo worked on their first songwriting project together, and the magic they created from their chemistry was undeniably great. It was then that they discovered that the secret ingredient lacking in their pieces, was each other. 16 years down the line and the duo has now released 5 studio albums, 1 live album, were named semifinalists at the 2018 International songwriting competition, and have previously been nominated at the 2018 International Acoustic Music Awards. Show Notes Joining us on the show today is the dynamic music duo of Benjamin and Mia, otherwise known as Azalea. Having been performing on cruise ships for the past one and a half years, we start the show off with the duo narrating their dramatic cruise ship experience courtesy of the COVID-19 pandemic. From being stuck at the dock for 12 days in a ship with no passengers to hopping from ship to ship until they finally booked their own plane ticket back home. Benjamin and Mia have had a challenging first-hand experience with the effect of the current global pandemic. Now with a day left until their 14-day social quarantine is over, the couple can’t wait to go outside and do some grocery shopping! As they’re a fairly introverted couple, when not on stage or creating new music, Benjamin and Mia are very close friends and enjoy being with their pets and their comfy home in Canada. Stay tuned as the lovely duo gives us a tour of what it’s like to be performers in a cruise ship. Despite their introverted nature, Benjamin and Mia enjoy socializing with their fans before and after their performances. This, they claim, is a great way to have an intimate connection with your audience and get their personal thoughts and opinions on how they feel about your music and performance. They’ve enjoyed every single cruise trip and performance as this has enabled them to meet different people, cultures, and lifestyles worldwide. Something that would have otherwise been impossible to afford without their gigs. The Cruise ship contracts have also proven invaluable in terms of steady, reliable work and ample free time to work on their music writing project’s on the side. And even with the current global crisis still heating up as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, this lovely couple has chosen to see the positive side of it, and thank God for the ample time that they now have to tackle their art and life projects that they’ve been postponing for a while. I hope you all enjoy the show and feel empowered by the message of hope and creativity that Azalea shares with all on the show today. Quotes It grows you, in such a big way, I can’t even remember the person I was before I started the journey. – Mia on her experience performing in cruise ships. It’s a very intimate relationship between you and the people you’re performing for in a cruise ship. Consorting and getting to know them at a personal level, and what they love about your show. It’s like free market research. Socializing with your audience is a great way to know what people connect within your songs and performances. This helps in improving your performance and music in general. We’ve seen so many different cultures, lifestyles and ways of life. This has made us realize how we’re all so different, but still essentially the same. It’s practically a great way to make the world smaller and make it feel like home. We take different approaches in terms of the tools and environment in order to experiment with how the general audience feels and how emotions would change when producing our songs. There’s a lot of challenges to it, but it’s generally a good experience. We’re basking in the fact that we now have time to tackle the creative endeavors that we’ve always wanted to pursue – Benjamin on using the current COVID-19 social quarantine measure to their advantage. We still have milestones that we need to hit. And we feel that we’ll get there eventually. We just have to keep writing, keep playing and keep being our genuine selves. We hope to create art that’s meaningful to us. Because if it means something to you, then it’s going to mean something to everyone else – Benjamin on their future art and music projects. If you work too much, you kind of lose your touch with creativity. Creativity comes from play. Timestamps Azalea’s experience and joy performing cruise ship gigs (7:08) Listen to ‘Your Lullaby’ by Azalea (10:02) How they met and the undeniable chemistry that kept them together (14:25) Benjamin and Mia’s previous gigs before they started performing on cruise ships. (17:45) Listen to ‘Dusty Motel’ (21:03) Azalea’s process of creating and producing different songs. (25:21) How they’ve been affected by the virus (29:44) Listen to “The Masquerade” (32:55) House Concerts and Lives streaming, Azalea’s plans for the near future (41:20) Benjamin gives us a view of the story behind the song ‘Butterflies and Alchemists’ (43:03) Listen to ‘Butterflies and Alchemists’ (44:44) How they got their band name ‘Azalea’ (51:24) Benjamin and Mia’s message to you (56:34) Connect with Azalea Website: www.azaleamusic.net Facebook: @AzaleaMusic.net Twitter: @AzaleaMusic Instagram: @azaleamusic YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/AzaleaTV/featured Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1dDVpHA12UrdADS32m3weI Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ke/artist/azalea/1311120597 As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. 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Winston Justice is a former NFL offensive lineman who from 2006 - 2014 played with the Philadelphia Eagles, Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos. Born and raised in Southern California, Winston’s skill, hard work, and passion for Football landed him a spot on the University of Southern California football team where he went on to win a national championship in 2003. Having graduated from the University of Southern California with an undergraduate degree in Public Policy, Winston is currently a Vice President at the Nashville headquarters of Bernstein - a wealth management company that manages over a hundred billion USD for its client’s - Winston is leaving footprints in the finance world through his dedication and life philosophy of leadership through service. At Bernstein, Winston works as an asset manager to multigenerational families, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits. Winston has been the recipient of numerous decorations and awards including the Walter Payton Philadelphia Man of the Year award in 2010. Winston relocated to Nashville in 2010 with his wife and their 3 children. Show Notes I hope you’re all excited for today’s episode, as we’re being joined for the first time ever, with a former NFL star, Winston Justice. Winston has had an exciting and diverse career in the sport, corporate and entrepreneurial world. On today’s show, our guest Winston will be shedding light on some of the knowledge, pitfalls, and emotions involved in these industries. Get to find out how Winston was nominated for and helped in solving the 2008 NFL lockout and how this event shaped his passion and future career in wealth management. With an insider look at wealth management, Winston offers us the blueprint that goes into financial management for different groups, ranging from athletes, NGOs, entrepreneurs, and other interested parties. There’s no doubt that hard work, passion, and commitment, is what football players and other athletes dedicate to their careers. But despite it all, a lot of failures and disappointments are experienced in this industry. From financial nosedives, short-lived careers, and bad advice, Winston explains to us the various challenges -mentally, emotionally, financially and physically- that athletes have to fight through every day, and why, in spite of landing lucrative deals and lifestyles, some athletes end up with almost nothing to show for at the end of their careers. We also cover Winston’s personal experience working as an NFL player and how having a supportive wife and team staff was the cornerstone of his success in football and in life. Having learned a lot from football. Winston has applied some of this knowledge in his other endeavors, such as the coffee shop he started with his brother in law and wealth management for his clients. With so much discipline and passion for helping people and learning new things, Winston enjoys every bit of work put into the process of helping companies and individuals in managing their wealth and portfolio, something he describes as the beauty of building a legacy through finance. Quotes Unlike a business owner that sells his company, when a player gets drafted and then gets a new contract, everyone knows it. And on top of that, you’re mostly surrounded by people very different from you, who are genuinely not the best type of people. Half the battle is surrounding yourself with the right type of people. Unlike in other professions, failures that athletes encounter financially are magnified by the media. You think about it the first time you put on your pads. It's so finite. You know that any play could be your last play, and it’s all very scary too. It's almost like asking a doctor, ‘What are you going to do if you’re not a doctor?’ - Winston on football players thinking of another career. As men, we find our identity in what we do. Throughout any career, there’s going to be some really extreme highs, and lows as well. Through playing football, you learn a lot of life attributes. Like I remember my coach telling me there are no mistakes, only opportunities to get better. And I applied it to every aspect of my life. You never know when the best time is to pursue a different career or path in life. But you don't want to look back and have any regrets, as well. You should give your all to the present moment, and even if that moment is coming to an end, you should enjoy it to the fullest - Winston’s advice to athletes. Everything starts with a conversation - Winston on new business partnerships. Be present. Don't get caught up in the panic selling. - Winston’s advice on the market’s and current COVID-19 pandemic. Timestamps Winston’s role in finding a resolution for the 2008 lockout (03:04) Discussing the financial failures of athletes (07:23) When do football players start to think and plan for life after football? (08:58) Transitioning dreams from basketball to football (10:41) Winston’s experience changing NFL teams (12:44) How Winston is weathering the current COVID-19 Storm (16:23) Stepping into the entrepreneurial and financial world of Coffee business and Wealth management (21:24) Moving and settling into Nashville (32:09) Learning about life through football (35:39) Selected Links and Mentions Pete Caroll Elixr Coffee Walter Payton Man of the Year Award Bernstein NFL Lockout - ESPN.com Redefining the Scholar-Athlete - Frontiersin.org About Private Wealth Management - Investopia.com Life After the NFL: Planning Post-Football Careers - Lastwordonfootball.com

No matter the platform, event, theme or target, you can count on Bill Cakmis to be a part of its inception and success. As for a performance coach, talent coach, acting coach, and motivational speaker. Bill has for more than 3 decades now, been the cornerstone behind the successful teaching and mentoring of singers, actors, anchors, talk show hosts, politicians, doctors, lawyers, CEOs, and athletes. And as a show of the touch of expertise, excellence, and quality in his field of operation, some of Bill’s clients have gone ahead and won prestigious awards including Grammy, Oscar, Tony, and Emmy awards. Having collaborated with top film studios, production companies and TV stations in the creation of fun, creative and engaging content, Bill’s full resume is a thing of beauty. Also an actor, writer, director, and motivational speaker, Bill is blessed to have worked and played with some of the most talented and entertaining people in the world. Show Notes If you’ve ever had (or are still) struggling on how you can present yourself or your ideas in front of a crowd, panel, or any kind of audience, then you’re definitely going to enjoy today’s show. Thanks to our guest today, Bill Cakmis, we’ll be focusing on communication and how you can make use of special tips and insights from Bill’s experience helping the diverse pool of raw talent that he’s coached. Bill sets an engaging conversation by reminiscing on his role helping the producers and directors of “American Girl” solve their host problem. After being called in at the last minute to save the situation, Bill was not only successful in saving the day, but also earned himself the nickname “Host Whisperer” for his admirable efforts in the fruitful turnout of the project. Stay tuned to get more acquainted on how to improve your communication and performance stats with captivating stories on how Bill has managed to handle different chaotic situations in diverse environments into a complete success. Also, find out why your audience is a key factor that shapes the tone and theme of your speech and how you too can adapt your performance in relation to this. Bill also gives us insights into his book Loyalty, Trust & Success: Transforming Anchors, Reporters & Weathercasters Into Superstars and what you can expect to gain from the book. Quotes The difference between a songwriter and a star is that a songwriter plays the song while a star plays the audience. Just because you're famous doesn't mean you can host a show. There’s a skill set, learning how to read a prompt or how to deal with guests among other trainable skills. You change who you are depending on who you're talking to, in order to survive in that situation. I'm not there because I'm the show or I'm the production company. I have one job. To make you win. If you win, if you succeed, my ex-wives eat. My ex-wives are very hungry women. So it’s important to me that I make everybody I work with success. There's a big difference between having a sense of humor and beginning with a joke. And a lot of people are told to first begin with a joke - ‘Hey, get them smiling, get them laughing’ - And it's the worst thing you can do. It's not about you. It's never about you. Every great storyteller knows that every story they tell is about one thing- the person they're talking to - It's about getting that person to react and you're going to change how you tell that story depending on who you're talking to. From my experience working for over 3 decades, I have formulated tools and techniques for people to create a certain kind of loyalty and trust with their audience when they’re on the stage. Loyalty with their viewers, and through that, create success. There's a big difference between having a sense of humor and beginning with a joke. And a lot of people are told to first begin with a joke - ‘Hey, get them smiling, get them laughing’ - And it's the worst thing you can do. It's not about you. It's never about you. Every great storyteller knows that every story they tell is about one thing- the person they're talking to - It's about getting that person to react and you're going to change how you tell that story depending on who you're talking to. From my experience working for over 3 decades, I have formulated tools and techniques for people to create a certain kind of loyalty and trust with their audience when they’re on the stage. Loyalty with their viewers, and through that, create success. There is no failure for people who are successful. There are just learning experiences. Timestamps How Bill got the nickname ‘Host Whisperer’ (04:35) Bill’s experience solving complex show problems (11:09) How Bill helps managers in the identification, acquisition, and training of new talent (20:06) Top mistakes that beginners make when attempting their first speech (23:01) Stand up comedians, impromptu speakers, and improvisanalists - How they all prepare (24:20) Helping artists with PR and Stage presence (25:43) How great speakers improvise according to the audience (28:54) Why Bill enjoys working with athletes the most (34:34) Mentions Nigel Lythgoe Dick Clark Kenny Norton Joe Schmoe - Meaning American Girl Show Connect with Bill Cakmis Website www.cakmis.com Facebook @cakmis Twitter @cakmis Instagram @cakmis Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/billcakmis YouTube www.youtube.com/user/BillCakmis/videos Amazon www.amazon.com/Loyalty-Trust-Success-Transforming-Weathercasters As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. 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I remember while I was still very young - and before I owned my first business - putting in the 8-5 working for other people. And every time, I couldn’t help but think to myself how great it would be to spend the 8 hours working for myself and building my own business. Well folks, now’s your time to do the same. You can build whatever you want, whatever you've always wished for, you have no excuses, nothing holding you back. So take advantage of the current situation as an opportunity to grow and build yourself. Show Notes Amidst the current storm, we’re in, amidst the negative and depressing updates all over mainstream and social media, today’s show is a message about hope and optimism that tomorrow will be better than today. In today’s show, Jeff Brown, a brilliant investor, and editor in numerous publications will be my main source of reference in regards to his reports on the Covid-19 outbreak and how we’re slowly, but certainly improving, learning and growing from this situation. And thus, despite the constant call for alarm and panic from the ratings and numbers obsessed media, here are some of the top indications that we’re day by day recovering from the Covid 19 pandemic; New confirmed cases have completely leveled off in China. There are just a handful of new cases each day. (Social distancing helps stop the spread of the virus, so please, for all the people out there partying, tempting fate, you're putting yourself and other families in grave danger) Warmer, more humid weather slows down the spread of Covid 19 (Just like past airborne viruses, this means that cases in the Northern hemisphere will dramatically fall as we enter spring humidity and early summer) Electronic supply chain manufacturers in China are on a track to return to full production by the end of this month (March of 2020), shipment, transportation to airports and seaport logistics is almost back to normal. A Chinese biotechnology company has already shown early success with the combination of its hepatitis C and HIV treatment for Covid 19. Early data from a clinical trial on 11 patients demonstrated all 11 patients have recovered and been discharged from the hospital. Also, get to find out why the current situation has exposed our weaknesses and vulnerabilities in self-reliance. As predicted by Ross Perot, all our products, ranging from surgical masks, gowns, electronics, labor, resources, etc are outsourced and (or) manufactured and shipped from China. Crowdsourcing the Covid 19 Cure using a Video game Folded is an online video game that started as a research project at the University of Washington's center for game science and the department of biochemistry. Players try to fold proteins into shapes that are stable and functional. Different individuals have different ways to process and understand information. What’s easy for you to understand in a classroom may be impossible for someone else to understand. Likewise, I could easily dissect and process information from a game as compared to other classrooms and book talented individuals. And that’s why we need all hands on deck to help solve the Covid 19 pandemic. Alexa trying to become a doctor? The current situation is also acting as a catalyst towards Amazon trying to produce small connected devices that could run various tests like taking our temperature or even analyzing our blood. Alexa will then analyze results, send them back to the cloud, and then make a diagnosis from there. After it’s a diagnosis, Alexa will order prescription medicine for you and have it delivered on your doorstep within hours and perform a follow up within a few days. In conclusion, try to steer away from all the negativity and hype the media is trying to spread just for views and sensationalism. You know what they say, attention pays. Let’s all pray and turn to God in these tough times for protection and guidance in these dark and difficult times (and not just because of the pandemic, but because we need Him every day of our lives) Stay safe and stay full of hope and happiness. Selected articles The ‘giant sucking sound’ of NAFTA: Ross Perot was ridiculed as alarmist in 1992 but his warning turned out to be spot on. Ted Talk Video: The next outbreak? We’re not ready | Bill Gates Tech giants are getting creative to manage the COVID-19 crisis: New trials, new websites, new employees: Google, Amazon, and others are finding new ways to help Timestamps Bill Gates Ted Talk that predicted our current pandemic (4:02) Jeff Brown’s publications and message of hope (05:05) Google’s on deck too! (06:11) Ross Perot arguments, and how it’s playing out today (08:39) America. Are we really independent? (10:09) Take financial advantage of the state we’re in (12:02) Sensationalism sells. Stay off the media (13:14) “Crowdsourcing” everyone's help to find a cure. (13:33) Special thanks to Jeff Brown for his fabulous research in “The Bleeding Edge” As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast  on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group 

Emily Zuzik's career in the performing arts is a study in diversification. Her career journey in the music industry has enabled her to develop a unique personality and signature style in her productions and live performances. At varying times, she can call herself a singer, songwriter, guitarist, actress, and model - and she has had success at each of these related-but-distinct pursuits. All of which are thanks to her unparalleled and unique brand of performing. Emily has released several records of her own music that range in style from a Cheryl Crow-Esque rootsy-rock vibe to a hip-hopping blend of Aimee Mann, Alanis Morissette, and Beck. Her vocals have been heard on NBC, WB Interactive and she has collaborated with Moby and sang with Blue Man Group. Her soon-to-be-released album, Torch & Trouble, is a well-focused blend of earthy singer-songwriter centered Americana music, a true reflection of her uncommon and exceptional style in the music, and performance industry as a whole. No matter the art or genre, it's Emily's unique personality and voice that brings it all together. Show Notes Joining me on the show today is the melodious, mesmerizing and uniquely diverse singer/songwriter, Emily Zuzik. The LA-based artist graces our show with wonderful tunes and thoughts from her current album “Torch and Trouble”. Stay tuned on the show and find out more about Emily’s collaborations and personal connections behind the production of “Torch and Trouble”. Although she currently resides and works from LA, Emily has had the pleasure of traveling and living in plenty of other states throughout the country. We discuss her thoughts and opinions from her experience living in different places and what she feels about Nashville as a growing city and hotspot for the upcoming performing arts. Emily describes to us why she feels that producing older songs results in more passion and energy output in the studio. She enjoys working with notable professions while producing her songs and never interferes or in any way gives suggestions to the team when they’re all working on her masterpieces during production. She trusts that every professional has gained their reputation from their previous work and therefore deserve to be 100% reliable on their output. Strap up your seatbelts, because you’re in for a fabulous ride from Emily’s world of the diverse and unique blend of music production, songwriting, and band performance. Quotes What I have found over the years is that lots of people can write songwriter folk and upbeat daddies, but not everybody does it with a hard-rocking component. So I really consider myself lucky to be able to wear both of these hats. There’s something really fun about writing a song and then going into the studio the next day and cutting it. And there's energy in that too. But if you want a more polished thing, then it's helpful to really have old songs from the past down. Just as I did with “Torch and Trouble”. There’s always uncertainty in music, and right now, there's the coronavirus and the upcoming American presidential election. There's just stuff in the world that's frustrating and can induce anxiety and can make you go dark, and I am trying to put forward light and love and hope. I know there's a lot of other people who feel that way too. And so hopefully we'll get a groundswell and some things will be turning around into a more positive direction in 2020. Timestamps Find out more about Emily’s upcoming album, “Torch and Trouble” (5:00) Listen to “Alone” (6:00) The people that she works with (12:08) Emily’s performance in New York (13:30) Her background and experience living in New York (15:36) Listen to “Winter in California” (19:15) The story behind the song “How did you get so good?” (28:27) Listen to “How did you get so good?” (31:20) Emily’s teamwork experience working with different professionals (40:20) Listen to “Trouble” (42:01) Emily’s plan for the year (46:40) Mentions Moby Ted Russell Kamp Blue Man Group Tim Lefebvre Rockwood Music Hall Station House Studios DJ Gary Calamar American fest Connect with Emily Zuzik Website www.emilyzuzik.com Facebook @emily.zuzik.music Twitter @emilyzuzik Instagram @emilyzuzik Linkedin @emilyzuzik YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/ezuzik Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/emilyzuzik Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/emilyzuzik/ As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast  on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group   

Living the dream! Luna Keller is from a musical family, thus music has always been a part of her from as long as she can remember. His dad who is a musician and producer has been a pivotal part of her love and growth in the music profession. Music has always brought Luna and her family so much joy, and beautiful life moments, that she feels so lucky and blessed to be a talented singer and songwriter.   The sky's the limit for Lunar and as she performs on small stages and travels the world, she knows for a fact that she’s chosen her way, she loves it in ways she can’t describe, and she is truly happy.   Show Notes Today on the show, I’m joined for the first time, all the way from the Canary Islands, by the talented and captivating Luna Keller.   Only 18 years old, Luna has already written over 400 songs. Stay tuned as we dig deep into the songwriting process, as Luna shares with us her thoughts, feelings, and emotions when she’s writing songs, and why the whole process is very dear and special to her.   With so much experience, talent and passion at such a tender age, Luna Keller’s unique blend of songwriting, teamwork production and instrument playing is set to dazzle any music fan out of their seats!   Luna started writing songs at a very young age. Her father who is a music producer has certainly played a huge role in paving her path towards her music career. Blessed with a unique insight into songwriting, Luna gives us a sneak peek of what it’s like when she’s writing songs and the euphoric feelings that tags along with it.   Having lived in Ireland for a short time, Luna’s singing and love of folk music was a result of the society and culture that she adopted whilst in Ireland. She has a strong belief and liking for teamwork and working together in the effort to produce creative and unique artistry when singing and songwriting.   You’re most definitely in for a real thrill in this week’s episode dear listeners! With top hits from the album, including “Alice is in love with a Mad hatter” and “I don’t know where I’m going”.   Quotes If you love without fear and do what you want and really get to be who you want to be, then that can not be beaten by anything.   I'm a fan of teamwork. I think there are always new perspectives that other people can bring to your art that you would've never thought of.   As a songwriter, you kind of get used to certain things that you do a certain way, and when you write with someone else, you get a new perspective on songwriting and it makes you grow as a songwriter and you create something that you wouldn't have created on your own.   The takeaway is really just that you don't have to have it all figured out and it's okay to be on your way. And to work through things since you're not always going to be perfect.   Songwriting for me is a very personal and emotional thing. My songs come from a very deep place and a very personal place, so depending on where I am emotional, I will be capable of digging in there and writing from that feeling.   You learn from yourself and you learn from the progress. I think it's really important to not beat yourself up or get obsessive about this one song that you couldn't write or that you wanted to write. But instead to actually say, “okay, I'm learning, the next one will be better”. And then when you write a song that's really good, you just, as you say, you get this euphoria like, yes, I want to share this with the world. This is amazing. And it's a process. It's got its ups and downs.   In songwriting, you're always searching for something you haven't done before. Searching for a new perspective, a new way to tell a story, and when you find it, it's a wonderful gift. I'm so grateful that I get to summarize and to put my feelings into songs.   I think there is a big difference between an instrument that has been programmed and an instrument that has been played. Songs played by human beings, I think I have a much more organic feel, and that’s my kind of music.   Time Stamps Listen to Alice is in love with a Mad hatter (6:00) Listen to I don’t know where I’m going (19:22) Lunar’s hobbies (23:39) The connection between poetry and reading (26:04) Listen to Two Chords (35:53) Production of two chords and why it’s special to Luna Her inspiration and story behind we’re all mad here (35:21) Listen to We’re all mad here (43:54) Germany, Switzerland, and Lunar’s plans for the year.(43:38)   Mentions Alanis Morissette Eric Bay Uli Pfannmuller   Selected Links Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife Songwriters On Songwriting by Paul Zollo Chio Destination Guide (Canary Islands, Spain)   Follow Luna Website www.lunakeller.com Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Mqp7hngFJzrCbUePtHzTj?si=iTRdqQzCRpmgb0wKDZ7PmQ Instagram @luna_k_music Twitter @LunaKellerM Facebook @lunakmusicofficial Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy_Vz06q1UPI3ezzwfmirZQ?sub_confirmation=1 As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. 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Having had his songs been on 35 Million CDs and recorded 16 of his own Albums, our guest today, Marc Jordan is a true music legend and inspiration to all aspiring artists in the singing and songwriting niche.  Married to Fellow musician and actress Amy Sky, Jordan’s Music Career shot for the sky when he signed for Warner Music in LA and began writing songs for and alongside some of the greats, including Diana Ross, Chicago, Kenny Loggins, Brette Milder, and Rod Stewart.  Jordan has already been the recipient of several music awards including the ASCAP, JUNO and Smooth awards. Despite having already accomplished so much in the industry, the drive and passion that Jordan has for music and songwriting, according to him, is deeper and more profound than it’s ever been. He’s just released his latest album “Both Sides” in April of 2019, and alongside his wife Amy, the two are currently working on releasing another album set for 2020.  Show Notes  I had the pleasure of hosting Marc Jordan on the dHarmic Evolution today, stay tuned in the show as we discuss the life and career of Jordan, alongside some of his top hits including, the #1 smash world wide “Rhythm of My Heart” sung by Rod Stewart.  As he ventured into the music industry, Jordan noticed that the careers of so many people were catching fire with his songs. Warner Chappell noticed and approached and signed Jordan to a publishing deal after noticing how talented he was with his writing, and from then on Jordan would just write as if he would be the one to perform the songs. Later on, the songs would be pitched to other artists who would add their tune and style.  Jordan gives us a look into his personal life and career life. Get to find out the joys and challenges of working in the music industry from Jordan’s memories and experiences. We explore issues related to his touring, songwriting, performing and changes that have been ushered in by technology in the music industry.  Quotes  It's hard to do cover songs because people are always comparing them to the original. So you’ve got to make it your own without destroying people’s memories (04:57)  So I just wrote as if I was going to record everything myself. That was the only way I could make the songs true. And the people that recorded the songs brought themselves to the show. (16:40)  When I realized that the concerts weren’t about me, that they were about the people sitting in the audience, is when I stopped began to enjoy concerts more, because I got so much in return. (40:22)   Music is so important. It's our first language and it's the language of our hearts and it's the language of a revolution as well. It's important politically and it's important emotionally. And we must never lose sight of that. And we must never compromise our artists because to do that there would be no art in the world. And if there was no art in this world, especially in music, then what is this world? (01:01:37)   Mentions  Amy Sky  Gary Katz  Zoe sky Jordan  Billy holiday  Pete Townsend  (29:03) Ed C   (29:36) Paul Hallowell  Keith Richards Selected Links  Dreaming on both sides of the brain Aeolian Hall - Performing Arts Centre The Carlu Concert Hall - Toronto TimeStamps    Jordan dives into the inspiration and making of his both sides record (02:49)  Listen to the Nearness of You Hoagy Carmichael  (05:50)  Studio details on the great Prague Symphony orchestra  (12:07)  Listen to Curtis Mayfield's People Get Ready   (17:13)  Born in Brooklyn, Raised in Toronto, Jordan's bio in a nutshell   Insights on Jordan's new album set for 2020  (26:47)  Listen to Both sides now by Joni Mitchell  (30:24)  How Jordan came up with the idea for Both Sides  (37:54)  What Jordan feels about music touring and concerts  (40:22)  Listen to Wild Horses by The Rolling Stones  (48:24)  Jordan's advice to all aspiring artists  (56:46) Connect with Marc Jordan  Website - https://www.marcjordan.com/   Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/marcwjordanmusic/  Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/marc_jordan_music/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEKnobe-hfDGmsvxWgP9fNQ  Spotify -  https://open.spotify.com/artist/2clUjxvyf90rQi8Rz7absT       

Today’s episode on the dHarmic Evolution Podcast is Florida’s very own “Girl next door” Alyssa Marie Coon. Only 15 years old, Alyssa is a mesmerizing prodigy and rising star in the Country - Singing and Songwriting industry. Her love for music started at the tender age of seven when she started piano lessons. Now an experienced multi-instrument songwriter and player, Alyssa was inspired by Daniel Bradberry’s epic season 4 win on “The Voice” Alyssa would, later on, take some time performing covers and performances as she listened to the talents of Sarah Evans and Taylor Swift. Alyssa gets joy from simple life pleasures such as photography, playing volleyball, watching YouTube and spending time with friends and family. She’s already performed besides legendary Tracy Lawrence, Walker Montgomery, Dierks Bentley, Jon Pardi, and Tenille Townes. Stay tuned as we explore this amazing little teenager’s dream and journey into the music world, her dreams, ambitions, and aspirations towards music and songwriting as a career. Show Notes Join me in the studio today, as I host Alyssa Marrie – A young and talented Singer who reminds me so much of Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift. Her vocals are simply incredible, listening to her, you could easily forget that she’s just a teenager. In the show, we dive into Alyssa’s personal and musical life. She gives us a sneak into how it is living in today’s world as a teenager – something she’s even written and sung about – A supportive dad who put together her entire music room and a loving mother who books and helps her at gigs, Alyssa is surrounded by a supportive environment of loving friends and family who are always backing her music career. Timestamps Introducing Alyssa and her background info (01:3) Listen to Country girl by Alyssa (02:46) A real country girl, Alyssa Breaks down the inspiration behind country girl (06:01) Listen to oblivious. (07:41) Teenage love and Alyssa's inspiration behind the song Oblivious (10:36) Alyssa's plan for the year (13:05) Instruments and style that Alyssa loves to perform in (14:05) Alyssa's experience preparing for a show (14:55) Listen to when you can't do that (16:38) The studio experience when Alyssa was producing her song (19:25) Alyssa's experience and inspiration when she's writing and producing a song (20:22) Listen to this Beach (27:58) Listen to one of those days (31:54) Winding up and Alyssa's Socials (34:35) Links and Mentions Daniel Bradberry Sarah Evans Taylor Swift. Tracy Lawrence Walker Montgomery Dierks Bentley Jon Pardi Tenille Townes The Bluebird Café Catch up with Alyssa Marie Website www.alyssamariecoonmusic.com Facebook @AlyssaMarieCoonMusicAM Twitter @AlyssaMarieCoon Instagram @alyssamariecoon YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/alyssamarie136 Apple https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/alyssa-marie-coon/912450783 As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast  on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group   

Today we dive into the world of Technology. As content creators in the music, writing and the professional speaking industry, technology is inevitably a part of our everyday lives and careers. In this show, I’ll dive into streaming, expounding on the different podcasts and music streaming platforms as I get into my experiences and relationships with Apple. Stay tuned to also find out the interconnection and relation between Cable Tv, 5g, AI and how it’s going to largely affect our lives moving forward. Episode Show Notes As compared to its closest rivals Apple Music and Pandora, Spotify has seen an astronomical rise in its popularity and growth. In the show, I discuss some of the advantages that Spotify enjoys over its competitors and some of the reasons behind its success. Do you have a love-hate relationship with Apple Music? What ties us to their products and services. There’s more on technology as I also cover 5G networks and its relation to AI and Self-driving cars. Get my thoughts and opinions on how Self-driving cars will greatly save lives and plunge the rates in the insurance industry. Also, in today’s internet-dependent world, it’s no secret that privacy is quickly fading away and our data is vulnerable to numerous external attacks. Brave Browser is definitely one of the alternative tools you can use to protect yourself from such threats and perils. Don’t forget, you can easily catch last week’s show about Alan Stein Jr who is a thought leader, author, speaker and coach. Some of the things we dig into in the show include Alan’s early morning 3:30 am meet up with Kobe Bryant and valuable tips and techniques about coaching, mindset, and the importance of the basics and fundamentals. Timestamps · The growth of Spotify (4:09) · Spotify’s advantage over its competitors (5:10) · My love-hate relationship with Apple Music 6:42 · Why buying the new iPhone isn’t such a good idea (9:49) · The new 5G Network (10:44) · AI, Self-driving cars and the top players in the field (11:54) · The current Hot Tv Streaming services (15:21) · The best alternatives to Cable Tv (16:03) · Staying more secure when you’re online (22:05) · Listen to “Tango On” (27:03) Selected Links and mentions from the show · Concerns Over Spotify Technology’s Valuation Look Less Serious When Potential Growth Is Factored In - Stansberry NewsWire · How Spotify Saved the music industry – by Stephen J. Dubner · 5G’s Important Role in Autonomous Car Technology – MachineDesign · Apple iPhone 5G: When is it coming and what do we know so far? - pocket-lint.com · DE255 Alan Stein, meeting Kobe Bryant at 3:30 AM for fundamentals, Mastering the basics create’s champions · Brave Browser Privacy – Reddit.com Influences · Alan Gula · Steve Sjuggerud · (26:05) Carmen Silvestro As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast  on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group 

“Why do you think I’m the best player in the world? Because I never get bored with the basics” –Kobe Bryant- Today on the dHarmic Evolution Podcast we’ll be diving into the life-changing and phenomenal strategies of Alan Stein Jr. Alan is a dynamic and engaging storyteller, keynote speaker and author who has spent 15 years as a performance coach working with the top and highest performing basketball players – Including Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry, and Kobe Bryant - Alan specializes in teaching his audience the art of utilizing similar practices in business and life that athletes use to perform at a world-class level. Alan’s methods and tactics have proven to be a success in improving individual and organizational leadership, performance and accountability. For this, Alan has gained a positive reputation of inspiring and empowering everyone that he works with into immediate action, improving their mindset, habits, and productivity. Alan is passionate about delivering true change in the spheres of leadership development, mental grit, and team unity, all these while still proving that the foundation and basis behind success in the court has a similar effect when applied in any industry. Alan’s career and key decisive moment While still playing basketball at Elon University, Alan gravitated towards performance training, strength, and conditioning. This paved the path to his 2-decade career as a basketball performance coach, where he had the chance of working with some of the top players and coaches of the sport. About a decade ago, while he was still working at the NBA’s Player Association top 100 Camp, Alan was emotionally moved and inspired by former NBA Player and renowned speaker Walter Bond’s speech to the young high school NBA Prospects. And, ever since that day, a seed was planted in Alan; the ability to positively influence the lives of others, especially through the spoken word. He knew then, that inspiration through speaking was something he would definitely explore. Timestamps [2:00] How Alan got connected into his career path [4:10] Alan explains his childhood and passion for basketball [6:00] Alan’s mentors in the thought leadership niche [6:50] Alan's sources of inspiration [9:22] Kobe Bryant’s work ethic and inspiration on Alan [14:50] Three simple things that can change your life [23:41] Alan’s favorite audience [27:17] Definition of Success in Alan’s words Quotes [7:00] In order to get good at your specific craft, you should step outside it and draw inspiration and learn from other crafts. As a professional speaker, two of the things that I draw the most inspiration from, are hip hop and stand-up comedy. Although both are very different from corporate speaking, they both rely on the spoken words to paint a picture, shift your emotions, think, act and do differently. [12:16] “Why do you think I’m the best player in the world? Because I never get bored with the basics” – Kobe Bryant. [12:54] “Just because something is basic, it doesn’t mean it’s easy. If it was easy, then everyone would be doing it” [13:21] “The very first step to being a high performer, whether it’s in music, basketball or business, it’s to admit that the basics work. And having the humility to acknowledge that implementing the basics every single day, is definitely not easy” [16:33] “In order for your business to thrive or for you to become good at your craft, you have to work relentlessly on becoming your best self. And in order to do that, you have to make sure your bucket is always full (with daily practices and routines). To achieve true mastery is when you’re able to teach others these skills” [18:11] “Being open and constantly searching for new ways to do things, will keep you sharp and invigorated” Connect with Alan Stein Jr Website https://alansteinjr.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AlanSteinJr/ Twitter https://twitter.com/AlanSteinJr Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alansteinjr/?hl=en LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-stein-jr/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxHcvzoqjfH5Ugrd0Q63Fw Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1487498120 Book https://raiseyourgamebook.com/ Selected links and mentions from the show Top 100 Basketball camp – NBPA.com Basketball performance training – Exos Elon University Kobe Bryant hosts the Nike Skills Academy – YouTube Nike Skills Academy – California Storm The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy – Summary by James Clear Matt O’Ree and Bruce Springsteen team up on Matt’s Song Black Boots! - DE Episode 239 10 reasons why you need to hire a coach – Life Coach Directory The comparison game – Psychology Today Influences Walter Bond Kobe Bryant Kevin Durant Stephen Curry Tony Robbins Brendon Burchard Darren Hardy Matt O’Ree As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. 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The number one source for new jobs and opportunities come from weak and dormant ties. Because these ties are not strangers to us and have diverse information and new potential introductions. – David Burkus Hello everyone and welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution show! Taking a ride on the show with us today is David Burkus. A skilled researcher and inspiring communicator, David is a former associate professor of leadership and innovation at Oral Roberts University. He has delivered keynote speeches and workshops for Fortune 500 companies such as Microsoft, Google, and Stryker, and governmental and military leaders at the US Naval Academy and Naval Postgraduate School. His TED talk has been viewed over two million times. An established writer, David has a number of books - and best sellers- under his belt, including; Friend of a Friend, Under New Management and The Myths of Creativity David’s Background While still in high school, David had his mind fixated on pursuing a career in writing. Writing, being such a divergent industry, left David entangled in a quagmire of what kind of writing niche to take on. Driven by passion, David set for his undergraduate studies in English - Creative writing. Having lunged into different genres of writing while in College, David found himself connected and relating to Social Science non-fiction. He felt drawn to the works of Malcom Gladwell in particular. He loved just how Gladwell’s kind would use their talented storytelling and writing skills to address different issues and make an impact on the world. This inspired David to head for graduate studies in Organizational Psychology. In January 2010, while taking his graduate studies, David, fuelled by his ambition towards social science non-fiction writing and his beliefs in networking, started a Podcast Show. Although he was faced by numerous Podcasting hurdles at the time, David remained focused and was able to leverage his show into getting interviews with top guests in his field of study (all of whom responded due to the unfamiliar, yet interesting Podcast media form). David snowballed from the connections and networks he built while podcasting and was able to transition and build his career in the writing and publishing niche without much difficulty. Timestamps [1:43] Introduction [2:16] David’s short bio and genesis into his career [4:01] David’s early networking and platform building strategies while in college. [5:30] David dives into his strategies and book writing schedule. [9:23] Reactive work [11:25] Find out what’s wrong with today’s marketing, and how we can solve it. [14:20] Find out about David’s role model, Daniel Pink. [16:20] David’s early interest and skills in Computer [18:00] Jumping from the Corporate world [20:00] David shares how and why your past networks are of great value [23:35] The role of Social media [26:55] David’s interests and hobbies [28:54] Salary transparency in Corporate America [34:03] David’s escapes [37:50] 2020 for David. Quotes from the Show [6:13] The job of an author or any artist, is to constantly be marketing oneself. Constantly building your audience. And occasionally you launch a creative work into that. [8:00] I’ve never studied chronotypes, but I do know that reactive work, should be done in the afternoons. [11:22] The book is a souvenir of the idea, and what you sell is an implementation of the idea. [11:27] Marketing is just trying to get as many people as you can to go from not knowing you exist, to knowing you exist, and once they know you exist, trying to be continuously helpful. [22:50] The number one source for new jobs and opportunities, come from weak and dormant ties. Because these ties are not strangers to us and have diverse information and new potential introductions. [25:00] The people that you’re connected to on social media should either be people you know in the ‘Real-world’ or people that you intend to move into un in-person relationship. Connect with David Burkus Website www.davidburkus.com Facebook www.facebook.com/drdavidburkus/ Twitter www.twitter.com/davidburkus LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/davidburkus/ YouTube www.youtube.com/davidburkus Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ldrlb/id351616584 Books www.davidburkus.com/books/ Selected links and mentions from the show Organizational Psychology: Science and Calling – Science Direct Science Non-Fiction – The New Yorker Reactive Vs. Proactive Tasks explained - Dextronet Corporate Culture – Investopedia The Rule of Seven – how to deliver the seven marketing touches – Talented ladies club Network Marketing – Entrepreneur.com How Corporate America Is Turning Into a Cult and Why It’s Harming the American Employee - HuffPost The Strength of Weak (and Dormant) Ties – Cornell University Blog Pay Secrecy – Workest.com Whole Foods Team hourly Payment – Glassdoor.com People James Patterson Jack Kerouac Malcom Gladwell Daniel Pink John Mackey Seth Godin Tim Grahl

Welcome to the dHarmic Evolution Podcast, and joining us from the music city of Nashville, Tennessee is a local born, raised and made, Savannah Morris, with her own distinctive sound, and an energy that is hard to duplicate, take a listen to where she has been, and more importantly, where she is heading!  Born in a musical family, Savannah feels the path towards her career in music was made the moment she took her first breath. Growing up around a supportive and inspirational environment of parents who were not just musically talented but local celebrities, went a long way in weaving the fate of Savannah and her brother as music proteges.  As one of the 8 Nashville Natives, Savannah feels blessed both career-wise and socially by networking and linking with a lot of the Native locals in the music and entertainment industry, all of whom have supported and helped her evolve and get better with her music.  Recalling her daily ‘SHEPF’ routine, which was Savannah and her brother’s daily after-school drill of having snacks, doing homework, exercise, and later on playing the piano and fiddle. Savannah admits that it all annoyed her, but nostalgically reminiscent, this routine was a key factor leading to her disciplined and passionate drive towards success in her music career.  Growing up in a musical family has its pros. Savannah is a testament to this as she narrates the invaluable opportunities and chances she got from performing alongside her parents, gaining not just the much-needed confidence which was a “must-have” for her lifelong career in music, but she also got to meet great individuals and celebrities like Morgan Freeman.  Quotes from Savannah  You’re blessed to be an artist, you’re blessed to be doing music as a career, and although a lot of artists fail to see this as they’re blinded by their goals of becoming big and famous. It’s truly a blessing to do something you love, as you never work a day in your life – Savannah Morris    Timestamps [1:50] Introduction. Getting to know Savannah  [6:28] Listen to Kudzu by Savannah Morris  [10:40] Savannah gets to the inspiration behind Kudzu  [13:18] Savannah’s unique experiences growing up in a musical family  [17:19] Listen to Lonely Happens by Savannah Morris  [21:50] Savannah describes her experience growing up as a Nashville Native  [26:30] Savannah work with local artistes  [27:42] Savannah’s career gigging as a music artiste  [30:56] Titbits and inside info of Savannah’s traveling hobby  [33:15] Savannah dives into her experience producing Don’t Ya Think About Leavin’  [35:01] Listen to Savannah’s Don’t Ya Think About Leavin’  [39:55] Savannah’s favorite Nashville’s spots to perform  [41:28] Savannah’s hobbies when she’s not performing  [45:28] The inspiration behind Savannah’s song Ranger Wilder  [47:08] Listen to Savannah’s song Ranger Wilder  [50:43] Savannah’s bucket list for 2020     Connect with Savannah Morris  Facebook savannah.morris.9406 Instagram savannah_grace4 Website smorris697.wixsite.com/savannahmorris CdBaby store.cdbaby.com/Artist/SavannahMorris  Amazon www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PZ94XDP/     Selected Links and mentions from the show  - Mac Davis....'.Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me' - Elvis Presley - In the Ghetto  - Nashville Now - The Filling Station - Wild Horse Saloon Nashville - The local Hotel Nashville - The End Hotel Nashville - Kudzu - Savannah and Sam Morris - Larry’s Country Dinner - Ole Red Gatlinburg - Grand Old Hatchery People  - Donna Rhodes - Earl Green - Garth Brooks - Reba McEntire - The Bee Gees - Craig Morris - Loretta Lynn - Sam Hunter  - Ranger Doug  - Buddy Hyatt  As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast  on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group 

It’s undoubtedly growing and becoming a norm in our road and social culture. Today’s show is going to be a bit personal, as I share my 3 personal experiences, takeaways and lessons learned from road rage. My first engagement with road rage goes way back when I was only 7. This was back in the 60s and even though the term road rage hadn’t been coined yet, there were still a number of incidences happening. I remember traveling with my mom to see her mother (my grandmother) and as we turned down the street that my grandmother lived on, down the end of the crowded street, we saw a woman trying to back out of a driveway. As she did this, another car further down the street was speeding towards the woman. I could clearly tell that there was going to be a big calamity about to unfold before our eyes. My mom, however, in an attempt to stop the whole incident from happening decided to speed up our car, tearing down the street, and eventually positioning us between the woman trying to back out of the driveway and the incoming speeding car, in doing so, my mom blocked the incoming car. The man from the speeding car immediately sprung out of his vehicle and mad with rage, he began a series of yelling and screaming. That marked my first experience with road rage, and from it, I learned two important lessons, righteousness and bravery. Anyone in my mom’s position could have opted to mind their own business and let fate take its course. But not my mom though a petite 110-pound lady. She decided to put not just herself, but her 7-year-old son in harm's way for the sake of this total stranger’s safety. My second experience with road rage happened in 1980. I was working for an electrical contractor based in Essex County, New Jersey. It was Christmas Eve and my partner Paul and I was working on a certain contract in Newark, New Jersey (Newark was a pretty unsafe place to be back in the day). It was noon, and Paul and I had gone to grab some food as we get ready to call it a day. On our return to the truck, we found a small car that had just double-parked us. The car window was opened, so I jumped in, released the handbrake and we pushed the car across the street and out of the way. Out truck was now free. As we returned to our truck, the owner of the car we just re-parked showed up and started tearing into us with all manner of yelling and screaming. Paul tried cooling him down, assuring him that his car was fine. But Paul’s methods didn’t seem to work, as the guy looked like he was ready to take the confrontation to the next level and go all physical on us. Paul noticing what was about to happen, disappeared to the back of our track and showed up moments later with a conduit bender. All this time, I’m standing by the side. Mouth zipped and silent as a grave. They keep tearing into each other a bit more. I waited for a small break and decided to dive in, ‘’All right, let’s go home.’’ And I don’t know if it was the Holy Spirit working through me, but that’s all it took and the argument stopped. What I learned from this incident is that you shouldn’t get into confrontations with strangers. Because first of all, you don’t know what this person is capable of as far as doing something stupid and do you really want to bring that person into your life through a relationship filled lawyers, council, litigation or jail? My third personal experience involving road rage only happened about 3 – 4 weeks ago as I was driving west on Route 40, just out of Nashville. There was something on my mind that was really disturbing me. I was in the middle lane and had been driving for about 10 minutes when someone who was driving so aggressively cut right in front of me. This made me get so livid that I immediately switched to the fast lane, and to my surprise, I heard the sound of a screaming horn from my left side. I had just cut someone off! Just like that, I could have wrecked someone else’s car, day and life, all because I got tripped up. I learned that road rage is mostly a factor of being unconsciously tripped up into a situation that you’re fully aware of. It’s all about self-awareness. We all have our personal issues that trouble our hearts and minds, and funny enough they always seem to pop up even in the most unexpected times. When this happens, we should cast away such thoughts and remain in the present moment, focus on nothing but the driving. And remember to keep the golden rule, if you ever find yourself in a road rage situation, defuse it immediately, drive away. Wave politely, and don’t get into any sort of encounter with a complete stranger. Timestamps: [1:20] Love our show? Remember to subscribe and share it with your friends and family. [1:45] Introduction. Road rage. [2:14] My first experience with road rage [8:54] Cancer that is road rage. The news, facts, and incidents surrounding road rage in America Today. [11:22] my second experience with road rage [17:45] Anatomy of road rage. How does road rage develop? [19:36] My fiancée’s experience and thoughts on road rage [21:07] The danger of road rage, and why you should avoid it [22:50] My third and most recent experience with road rage. [26:05] How to avoid road rage [29:07] Listen to Jesus Teaches As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast  on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group 

‘‘What humans care about is intent. What the other person means to us, and how we can communicate our intent towards them. And in the process, we unconsciously apply the use of body language to achieve this’’ – Nick Morgan Joining us on the show today is one of America’s top communication speaker, theorist, and coach. Nick Morgan is an ardent and dedicated teacher who is committed to helping individuals find and master precision and focus on their thoughts and ideas and executing them with a dash of charisma and confidence. His numerous accolades, successful speaking and communication-related careers, worldwide affirmation, and historic contributions have seen Nick leave his footprints in the sands of public speaking, storytelling, and communication industries. His reputation precedes him, and he is undoubtedly one of the most gifted and skilled communication theorists worldwide. Nick has authored books for Harvard Business Press, some of which include; - On running a meeting (2002) - Working the Room: How to Move People to Action Through Audience-Centred Speaking (2003) - Give Your Speech, Change the World: How To Move Your Audience to Action (2005) - Power Cues: The Subtle Science of Leading Groups, Persuading Others, and Maximizing Your Personal Impact on (2014) Some of his other notable masterpieces include; - Trust Me: Four Steps to Authenticity and Charisma (2008) - Steps to a Great Speech (2010) - How to Read Body Language (2011) - The King’s Speech (2014) - How to Tell Great Business Stories (2011) - How to Give a Great Presentation (2012) - Can You Hear Me? : How to Connect with People in a Virtual World (2018) When he was only 17 years, Nick was seriously injured from a toboggan injury. This life-changing accident would leave Nick in a coma where he died for 15 minutes. After being shocked back to life, the doctors and nurses ran tests to see if his brain was still functioning. He tested fine but had lost his ability to read body language. After so much struggle, Nick had to retrain himself step by step, by studying other people’s body language. His interest and expertise in the communications field grew every day, leading to his entry into a related career where he taught Shakespeare at the University of Virginia and Princeton University and wrote political speeches for the Governor of Virginia Charles Robb. Nick would go on to found his own communications consulting company in 1997. Timestamps [4:04] Nick describes the origin of his passion and life commitment towards his career in communication [8:30] Nick’s afterlife experience [10:38] Learn more about intimate, personal, social and public space. And how you can use it to your advantage [16:20] Nick’s different experiences as a teacher and speechwriter for the governor [21:15] Nick’s experience, advice and tips on storytelling [28:35] The virtual world and its effects on communication [30:00] A quick dive into Nick’s book world [31:20] Public speaking through Nick’s view [33:43] Ted talks [36:17] Nick’s favorite place for public speaking [38:13] Thought leadership [40:25] The challenge of focusing on one activity at a time. [43:24] Nick’s writing schedule Resources You can reach Nick through: Website www.publicwords.com Facebook @publicwords Twitter @publicwords Linkedin Public Words As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast  on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group   

Happy New Year everyone! And welcome back to the dHarmic evolution. Joining us on the first show of 2020 is Dr. Laura Mattia. So, sit back relax, get yourself a notebook and a pen, because this is going to be an action-packed, resourceful and informative podcast for all of you. Dr. Laura Mattia is a former corporate financial executive and has over 30 years of experience in Finance. She’s also the founder of The Women’s Money Empowerment Network – An educational Research program through the 501c 3 organization whose mission is to teach women to become financially engaged so that they can live life on their own terms, receive guidance and conduct research. Dr. Laura is also the author of Gender on Wall Street (A book uncovering opportunities for women in Financial services). She has currently dedicated her career in training the next generation of ethical, educated and inspired financial planners. Dr. Laura despite having Majored in Psychology, decided to take an MBA in finance and accounting in order to pay the house bills and support her family, this path would eventually lead her to the corporate world. It was while working as a woman in the executive world that she constantly got approached by women who requested help while handling financial matters in relation to issues such as divorce, workers' compensation, property management, etc. This would prove to be the root source of Dr. Laura’s eureka moment, where she decided to shift into the role of a financial adviser. Having experienced a lot of gender-based difficulties and obstacles while working as an executive. Laura helps women who are currently in similar situations to successfully overcome such hurdles and have more fulfilling careers. The gender problem, Dr. Laura describes, is rooted deep in our societies and cultures. It subconsciously affects both genders. That’s why we have so many women who have given in to less influential roles because they’ve bought into the stereotype of where women are supposed to be. Dr. Laura spends a lot of her free time running to keep fit. She has also been regularly meditating ever since she was introduced to the art by her father when she was 13. ‘’Is it nature or is it nurture? And as a Psychology Major and mother of four, I can absolutely tell you that a lot of things are natural.’’ – Dr. Laura Mattia Timestamps [4:13] Dr. Laura briefly describes a recent Ted Talk she did. [6:48] Dr. Laura talks about her vulnerabilities in relation to gender [8:40] Dr. Laura’s career experience in male-dominated industries and professions [11:22] The science behind gender-based discrimination in different life and work situations. [13:56] The influence and inspiration behind Dr. Laura’s book. [17:34] The discipline, time and work ethic behind writing The Gender on Wall Street [20:00] Tidbits on Dr. Laura’s hobbies [23:00] Dr. Laura describes her transition from the corporate world to her current workspace. [25:35] The experience of working with different clients. [29:16] Dr. Laura breaks down the fees charged on for her services [35:13] The financial literacy problem in America [40:22] Dr. Laura’s different Ted talks [43:08] The next big plans for Dr. Laura Resources You can reach Dr. Laura through: Website: https://www.lauramattia.com/ https://www.stonegatewealth.com/ Twitter: @Mattia_LauraUSF Book: Gender Wall Street Uncovering Opportunities Ted Talks: Why Investing in Women will Revolutionize the World How to Overcome Your Fears and Unlock Your Superpower As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast  on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group 

I hope you all had a wonderful and most blessed Christmas experience! Wrapping up our highlight reel this month is Cali Rivlin. A skilled, talented and hardworking singer, I promise you’re all going to be fans of Cali once you’re done listening to the interview.  Cali is a London based Israeli singer and pianist. She began her classical training at the Tel Aviv Music conservatory whilst in Israel at a tender age of only 8 years. She has had a passion and love for music since she was a toddler and always felt an attraction towards the art for as long as she can remember.  Her journey towards her pianist career was a random act of fate. When she was 14, Cali’s friend moved to an apartment next door, and her piano wouldn’t fit through the doorway. Just for the general love of piano Cali always had, she decided to buy the piano from her friend. And thus, she began a lifetime love for the piano and its tunes (Cali still uses the piano to this day, and her latest album cover is a shot with Cali sitting on the piano!)  [25:32] Cali’s opinion on T.V Reality Shows.  Despite being approached several times, and by numerous scouts to feature in different T.V Reality shows, such as The Voice (London), The Voice (Israel), American Idol and so many others. Cali has always said no approaches.  Cali feels that such shows only fulfil the purpose of tearing down the artistic “Olympus of inspiration” that music provides. And when this is done, it becomes like a modern-day gladiator arena where artists fight each other for the sake of winning, and, instead of being inspired by the music, everyone becomes a judge.  ‘‘I wanted to achieve something that’s impossible, and my song at the time (Flying Through Water) sounded impossible to produce. And that’s what you set out to do in life, in art, and in everything. You set out to inspire others by achieving the impossible.             – “Cali Rivlin”    Timestamps  [3:23] Cali describes her journey towards music  [6:43] Listen to Cali Rivlin’s Flying through water  [15:30] Cali gives an insight towards the production of Flying through the water  [20:49] Listen to Cali Rivlin’s If you Want Blood  [24:48] Cali describes the subject matter of her song If you Want Blood  [25:32] Cali gives her strong opinion and thoughts on T.V Reality Shows  [31:01] Cali describes how she grew how strong philosophy towards music  [32:48] The oxymoron of Reality T.V  [37:21] Listen to Cali Rivlin’s My Track  [42:33] Cali describes her song My Track  [45:15] Cali describes her experience of transitioning home from Israel to London  [50:20] Cali describes the subject matter of her song, The Once and Future King  [52:10] Listen to Cali Rivlin’s The Once and Future King  [58:35] Cali’s preferred Piano  [59:45] Cali describes how and where she does music recordings  Resources  You can reach Cali through:  Website www.calirivlin.com Facebook @CaliLovesMusic  Instagram @CaliRivlin     As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast  on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group 

  Hello ladies and gentlemen, hope your holidays are wonderful.  Today’s Highlight Reel continues featuring Nancy Harms’ melodious and heavenly jazz vocals.  Nancy Harms is a New York-based internationally known jazz singer. Born and raised in a small Minnesota town, Nancy’s journey to becoming the woman and artist she is today was filled with a lot of trials, setbacks, and tribulations. Her first blow came when she applied for a choral music scholarship for college, but she wasn’t even granted an audition. The best singer in her town, and not even an audition.  She completed her Music Education degree through her own means and began teaching music in small Minnesota based schools. While working as a teacher, she’d experience panic attacks and suffer from severe anxiety. This was deemed to be the lowest and most depressing moment of Nancy’s life. The message from her anxiety was loud and clear. This line of work was not meant for her.  Through the help of some incredible friends, Nancy was able to move to Minneapolis in search of her true and authentic self. She started singing at coffee shops alongside her college buddies, and slowly snowballed her way into bigger gigs in clubs and restaurants. With every performance and a standing ovation, she began to slowly come to the realization that becoming a Jazz player was her true calling and purpose in life.  A lot of Nancy’s songs are about her friends, through whom she derives everyday inspiration and learned so much about life.  Today, she travels the world, gracing different audiences with her sweet, angelic and glorious vocals. But for the next one hour, you get to listen to her soothing, warm chocolate voice, exclusively on the dHarmic evolution podcast.  “Where I perform doesn’t really matter. It really comes down to the audience with me”   -Nancy Harms    Timestamps  [5:43] Listen to Nancy Harms’ “Heavenly body”  [10:37] Nancy gets into the story behind Heavenly body  [15:05] Nancy’s journey towards Jazz music  [18:50] The inspirational story of Rob Riner  [19:42] Listen to No go by Nancy Harms   [25:50] Stretching towards the European horizons  [29:33] Nancy’s fantastic band  [31:22] Nancy gets into the story behind “Won’t give in”  [32:32] Listen to Nancy Harms’ Won’t give in  [37:30] Nancy’s lowest moment and Turnaround  [44:09] Nancy performs “Rolling back to me”  [49:50] Shooting of Rolling back to me  [50:58] Nancy’s favorite places to perform  Resources  You can reach Nancy through:  Website www.nancyharms.com  Facebook @nancyharmssings  Instagram @nancyharmssings  Twitter @nancyharmssings  As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast  on Facebook Twitter Instagram  You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group 

Hello guys, welcome back again to the show. This week in our highlights reel, we cover Ivy Alex. I hope you enjoy listening to the flawless interview with this rare gem in the music industry, whilst savoring some of her top masterpieces. Ivy is a pianist, singer/songwriter and Berklee College of Music Alumni. She’s from St. Petersburg Florida and despite being talented and in love with music from a young age, Ivy owes some of her music and songwriting career to Berklee, where she studied and practiced many different music genres. 2 years after graduating and armed with knowledge, confidence, and passion, Ivy paved her musical career path by mixing Jazz, Classical, Neo-soul and Pop genre of music into her own brand of singing and songwriting. A talented piano maestro, Ivy loves to challenge herself through her diverse singing and songwriting abilities. She does so by diving into new waters of music composition and production, and it is through this, she believes that she’s able to grow and get better as an artist. [7:07] Berkley’s impact on Ivy’s music career. While at Berklee, Ivy was able to diversify her music knowledge through the numerous classes and resources made available to her. At Berklee, Ivy studied; Jazz, Rock, Classical, Reggae, Funk and so many other different genres and instruments. She also learned several other ways and means of songwriting through studying different greats and artists like The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, and Steely Dan. [35:22] Hobbies - The Kava Bar Ivy is a total workaholic and enjoys spending all her time and focus on creating her music. When she’s free, according to her, her only focus is on how she can create more music. On other days though, Ivy enjoys visiting The Kava bar. A local bar she used to work at when she was young. The kava is a communal bar where people get together and drink Kava. She enjoys relaxing in the vicinity of many individuals and listening to people talk about their day and lives. Ivy also finds solace and happiness through journaling (5 pages a day) and walking with her two dogs. Timestamps: [2:48] A little advice on the value of time management. [5:25] Introduction [8:42] Ivy’s diverse yet unique style of music – Syncopation [10:59] Listen to Lust by Ivy Alex [17:40] Ivy describes the subject matter of her song Lust [20:20] James and Ivy dive into the songwriting process [23:32] Ivy’s new songwriting venture and projects [24:40] Listen to The Darkside by Ivy Alex [28:28] Ivy gives the story behind the Darkside [31:52] Ivy’s good vibes and music production [36:36] Ivy’s sources of inspiration [37:58] Eavesdropping [39:20] Listen to Waterfalls by Ivy Alex (A true piano masterpiece) [45:01] The inspiration behind the song Waterfalls [46:08] The challenges of being a piano player [55:45] Ivy’s current projects You can find Ivy through: Facebook @IvyAlexMusic Instagram @ivyalexmusic YouTube Ivy Alex Soundcloud Ivy Alex As always, thanks a lot for being a part of the dHarmic evolution podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and connect with us on social media. Follow our Podcast on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram You can also see the show on The James O’Connor Agency YouTube channel and join our community on Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

Biography: MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee (Best Worldwide Act) & Vh1 Top 10 artist Oliver Sean's music can best be described as 'Feel Good Acoustic Rock with Soul'. The Singer/Songwriter thrived in the Goa, Dubai and the UK cultures as they acted as the backdrop to his youth, and the inspiration for his music. His discography with W.O.A. Entertainment began in 1999 with his single ‘There She Is Again’. Oliver Sean's media clippings have formed a career of their own. Since his career was launched in his teens, Oliver's press clippings exceed several hundred features, snippets, and reviews in significant print and broadcast mediums. His brand of music is known for its pop influence with contemporary undertones. His debut album was nominated for 'International Album of the Year' by AVMax in 2003/04 along with albums by John Mayer, Robbie Williams, Kylie Minogue and Third Eye Blind. Oliver Sean's eclectic global music style is the trademark for his brand and is as exotic as his Portuguese Goan Lineage. A self-taught musician, Oliver plays guitar, bass, keyboards, and drums. However, it is his distinctive percussive guitar and powerfully seductive voice, which is his footprint on the music industry. His track record of being a hit songwriter is just one of his many assets defining him as a pillar in the music community. Oliver Sean is a member of the Recording Academy and a Voting Member for the prestigious Grammy Awards. As a Record Producer and Filmmaker, Oliver Sean has composed music for the French Government (Massif Region Tourism Campaign) & Goa Government (Republic Day Parade). He has also composed the soundtrack as a music director for a Bollywood Feature Film and the title track for a Regional Goan Feature Film. The singer-songwriter is actively producing music for films and artists around the world and is a successful filmmaker with several music videos that he has Directed and Produced, regularly featured on Vh1 & MTV and also hosts his own nationally distributed radio show The WOAFM99 Radio Show. Oliver Sean and his International Band are actively touring and performing worldwide and the Singer-Songwriter has recently launched his 4th studio album ‘Devil in Blue Jeans’   “I think every artist should be in a cover band for a while, to help you hone in on your skills, it really worked for me” - Oliver Sean Welcome back to the dHarmic evolution podcast. This month, we’ll be having a re-run of some of the top podcasts that I feel would be an injustice to air once. Our first re-run is my interview with music artist, Oliver Sean is a London based Portuguese singer/songwriter from Goa, India. He performs a unique genre of music which is known for its pop influence with contemporary undertones. Sean has recently featured as MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee (Best Worldwide Act) & VH1 Top 10. Growing up, Sean had different music and artists that influenced him, from blues, rock music, 80s pop to punk and pop bands. His passion and practice of music began at an early age in Goa, but it wasn’t until when he moved to London that he get his first break. At only 19 years of age, Sean packed his bag and guitar, got a plane ticket to London and started doing different gigs in pubs and clubs. He would eventually land a Showcasetv gig on Skytv UK which later on snowballed his way into more affluent performances, such as one with MTV as a VH1. His love for business, marketing, and management have seen Sean become a self-producing artist and overseeing the producing of several music videos, films, and soundtracks. Sean also hosts his own show The WOAFM99 Radio Show. Sean’s company works closely with Viacom, VH1, MTV and independent artists. Because Sean’s Record label organizes a lot of major tours, a lot of the independent artists love to tag along and make music videos. At first, Sean only used to be in front of the camera, you know, just giving his tips and ideas, his passion and dedication for it grew and before he knew it, he was a full-time producer for the music videos. This role, later on, grew to direct music videos as well, and later on cinematography. Timestamps [08:53] Listen to come for me by Oliver Sean [12:05] Sean’s idols growing up [14:00] Sean’s studio and performance experiences [18:35] Listen to Walk up and Kiss you by Oliver Sean [24:18] The production process [30:12] Listen to Devil in Blue Jeans by Oliver Sean [34:12] Sean’s production gear [36:58] Leveraging the power of social media [39:20] Listen to New York [44:09] Transitioning to filmmaking Follow Oliver: Website www.oliversean.com Facebook @oliverseanband Twitter @oliversean Instagram @oliversean Youtube @oliversean Soundcloud www.soundcloud.com/woarecords/sets/devil-in-blue-jeans Spotify www.open.spotify.com/artist/3qpDQHNmRS4Mhc2bYMRFYi?si=-XF_AP9lQ_SczKPBy8KTVA Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Today’s show is all about thanksgiving, how we should spend it, and how we can all make a difference in someone's experience that will have a long-lasting impact?  [01:28] The history of Thanksgiving  [8:22] My encouragement on how you can spend your Thanksgiving.  [8:45] My inspiration for spending Thanksgiving this year. Tony Robbin’s story.  [23:13] Listen to Here to Share and Care  [3:36] Top places to spend Thanksgiving.       1. The Sagamore Resort, Adirondacks, New York. Holding court for over a century on picturesque Lake George in the Adirondacks, the 133-year old Sagamore Resort offers guests a Donald Ross-designed 18-hole golf course, hiking, tennis, and spa (as well as fishing and swimming during the summers). You better be prim and proper for this extravaganza!  2. Congress Hall, Cape May, New Jersey. America's oldest seaside resort (opened in 1816 and celebrating its 200th anniversary this year) It offers seasonal activities like gingerbread house building and hosts a special Thanksgiving buffet, as well as a sit-down meal, at its Blue Pig Tavern.  3. For the next one, we head out West, Park City Utah, Montage, Deer Valley. They offer a slew of family-focused events over Thanksgiving weekend. You can take part in flag football on the grand lawn, learn archery at the resort's annual turkey-themed turkey shoot lesson, enjoy a Thanksgiving buffet at the Apex restaurant, and cap it off with a family photo overlooking the Wasatch Mountains. To celebrate the lead-up to Christmas, offerings include cookie decorating classes, holiday mug decorating, gingerbread house unveiling and their fifth Annual Christmas tree lighting on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.                                                          …………………………………………..  But what about the ones who don’t have the means to go to places like these? The ones who are stuck in soup kitchens or the lost who sleep in airports, subways, streets, and prisons.  Perhaps this Thanksgiving you should open your depression fighter’s manual and go-to strategy no. 3, and get out there and help somebody!   [9:52] Feeding America  Robbins has now partnered up with Feeding America. A nationwide food network of banks that aims to eliminate food insecurity by helping people or communities that don’t have enough food.  Statistics: According to US-DA, there are more than 37 million people who struggle with hunger. These are really shocking statistics considering we’re one of the richest countries in the world.  Food insecurity numbers in different states  California – 5,401,00 (114,00 homeless)  New York – 2,67200 (80,000 homeless)  Minnesota – 568,000 (8300 homeless)  N. Dakota – 60,000 (1,300 homeless)  New Mexico – 358,00 (2700 homeless)  Illinois - 1,700,000 (13,000 homeless)  New Jersey – 1,000,00 (11,600 homeless)  These numbers are all crazy! I mean what happened to us?  If we can change the dynamics of holidays a little bit, to include those that aren’t as lucky as we are, then this will result in happier and more meaningful holidays for all of us.  [18:26] Professor Scott Geller.  Scott’s story We had a really interesting chat with Alumni Professor Scott Geller, way back in episode DE168. We talked about a lot of things, the shootings at Virginia tech, what the students thought about it, and psychology.  After getting to know him and his brand which actively cares for people, my friend Archbishop Christine Mercy Johnson and I wrote a song for Scott’s brand (The Actively Caring for people brand). It just reminded me of Thanksgiving and how we should be caring for people, not just during the holidays, but all the time.  If you haven’t had the chance to check out my depression fighter’s manual, you can download it from my Facebook page, please send it to someone you love. Depression Fighters Manual  Resources: Depression Fighters Manual  Archbishop Dr Christine Mercy Johnson FB Page www.feedingamerica.org  www.tonyrobbins.com Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group    

Michael was born in the Ironbound section of Newark NJ in 1958. Born of Italian descent, and one of six children. He graduated from East Side High School in 1976. After high school, he mainly worked in his father’s restaurant until he sold it in 1986. Although he was part of a very close and loving family, he seemed to always feel like something was amiss inside. His mother and father afforded him every opportunity to get ahead in life, but he always seemed to make the wrong decision. This continued to happen until June of 1987, which is when it seemed like his life went in a completely different direction. To Michael, it seemed that way because although his life got better on the material plane, he still did not have a sense of completeness within. Quotes from Michael [03:35] The reason why a person gets addicted to anything, is because the inward tells you to reach out for something. You need something to fill your void. [10:45] We’re all addicts, we just use different things. Society only addresses the ones that are devastating. [11:18] If you can’t just be with yourself, without needing to reach for something, that’s the question. Why? [12:02] You become distracted by the distractions that distract you. [14:17] The thought is energy. It comes into your head, and what you do with it from there determines your life. [16:20] The labels that we apply to things, destroy us. They keep us entrapped in our suffering. That’s what the conditioned mind is. [24:33] It’s your own conditioning that limits you. Your own mind tells you to do something, and the same mind, questions why it was done. [28:36] The more that you can spend your life in the present moment, the more at peace you’re going to be. [33:25] The older you get, the more conditioning you have, and the more of a puppet you become, and society is the puppeteer. [36:00] Your body is always in the present moment, your mind is all over the place. When you develop your body as an anchor, you put yourself in harmony with life, with universal energy. Timestamps. [14:58] How Michael embarked on his book writing. [18:13] Michael’s experience and lessons learned while promoting his book. [21:24] Michael’s experience with a fan Do you live a life that you’ve always wanted and you’re still not happy? Are you not getting the most out of your life? Then it’s time for you to look within and find out why. Joining us in the studio today is the author of It’s Monday Only in your Mind, Michael Cupo. [01:56] The story behind the book, It’s Monday Only in your Mind. Michael had addiction problems when he was young. He was, however, able to conquer his addictions when he was 28; got a job, got married, and even started a family. It was 13 years later though, that the real change happened. Although Michael’s life was going on just fine, Perfect job, perfect family, perfect life. He couldn’t help but think of how he was going to be there for his kids. This act of unselfishness is what caused the chain reaction leading to Michael’s deep reflections and thoughts about his life. [8:07] Conquering his alcohol and drug addiction. Describing it as one of the most pivotal moments of his life, Michael’s eldest brother died as a result of addiction. At the time, Michael was only 26 and knee-deep in drug and alcohol addiction. The death of their eldest son broke Michael’s parents, who gave Michael the ultimatum of either straightening up or getting out. This began Michael’s 2-year process of quitting his addictions. [23:32] The conditioned mind. What Michael presents, is the next step in the evolutionary process. When you don’t need to reach for anything and you’re o.k with who you are, just the way you are, just as it is. You’re not looking to change what’s happening in the present moment. It’s your own conditioning that limits you. Your own mind tells you to do something, and the same mind, questions why it was done. Once you’re able to start looking at yourself and understanding that it’s you, that it’s your own mind that’s the enemy, it’s when you start to understand the conditioned mind and you no longer blame the world. [32:30] The rat race The beginning stages of why humanity has developed the way it has is because, from the moment you’re born, you’re given a name. It’s your attachment to that name that the problem begins. You spend the rest of your life identifying the name with jobs, marital status, social status, likes, dislikes, this, and that, and in the process, you fail to understand. You miss the process. You fail to understand what humanity’s existence is all about. As your attachments increase every day, you lose your true essence, you lose who you truly are in the process. And you start looking more outside yourself for the answers. It’s nobody's fault, of course, it just how humanity and society have designed itself. Website: www.mondayinyourmind.com WordPress blog: www.michaelcupo40.wordpress.com Facebook Group: @itsmondayinyourmind Pinterest: @michaelcupo40 Twitter: @MichaelCupo1 Amazon Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

Quotes from Amanie[4:05] People love to see things as beautiful and leave it at that, but don’t really know what’s going on inside. [14:24] No matter what happens so long as you’re passionate, So long as you have faith in God, So long as you believe it’s the right thing, it will happen. Timestamps [4:54] The inspiration behind the song You Will Never Know. [6:06] Listen to “you will never know” [15:20] Find out more about the South Sudanese Culture [17:50] Listen to “everything” [21:50] Amanie’s production process [24:23] Amanie’s amazing production crew [26:48] Amanie’s Favourite part in music production [29:00] Performances [32:10] Listen to” Peacemaker” [35:48] The inspiration towards writing Peacemaker [44:15] Sneak peek to Amanie’s next album. [46:30] Listen to “The Hills” [56:53] Listen to “Eritrean Eyes” Joining us in the studio for a second time is South-Sudanese born, and Toronto based, singer/songwriter Amanie Illfated. Amanie immigrated alongside her family from South Sudan to Saskatchewan in 1992 as refugees from the war-torn nation. At only the tender age of 16, she left her family to pursue her music career dream. [3:39] Find out more about Amanie’s new album. It all started off as a simple metaphor. When people look at the planet Saturn, all they see is this beautiful planet with an amazing shape and wonderful rings around it, but deep inside, if you really look at what Saturn is made of, it’s all toxic. There’s a lot of turmoil and storms going on inside it. People love to see things as beautiful and leave it at that, but don’t really know what’s going on inside. So, all the songs in her album represent a different aspect of turmoil inside, but it’s done in a beautiful way. [10:35] Following her dreams At only a young and tender age of 16, Amanie decided to leave home to follow her musical career dream. Asked how she got her stunning confidence and self-belief Amanie says she has three individuals that she looks up to. The first is her father, the sheer determination and courage that he had to take them from a war-torn South-Sudan nation all the way to Canada is nothing short of inspirational. With him, there always seemed to be a solution to every problem he faced. The other person is her uncle, a former South-Sudanese soldier who died in 2016. He approached all issues in life armed with nothing but confidence and faith in God. Her aunt, who also moved to Canada 13 years ago, with four kids on her own is her other source of inspiration. Somehow, she always figured out how to make ends meet, all by herself. Even though she didn’t have anything, she always seemed to pull everything together. This is where Amanie got a lot of her confidence from, that no matter what happens, so long as you’re passionate, so long as you have faith in God, so long as you believe it’s the right thing to do, it will happen. [38:33] Amanie’s favorite things to do. Some of the top things Amanie enjoys doing is attending festivals, cooking, running, yoga. Yoga is one of Amanie’s top things to do, as it helps her calm and clears her mind. As an artist, with everything going on, the emails, the preparations, the performances etc, yoga is her way to escape it all and find a bit of bliss. 1 – 2 hours of yoga. *Listen to Amanie’s first visit to our show in the episode DE68 Follow Amanie: Facebook @Amanieillfated Twitter @AmanieIllfated Instagram @Amanieillfated YouTubeAmanie Illfated Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

Today’s guest on the dHarmic evolution podcast is an emerging, independent singer/songwriter, from the San Francisco bay area. She calls her genre Timely Americana (She’s inspired to write for the particular time that we live in). Her songs address issues such as; preservation of the natural world, homelessness, the political landscape, friendship and loss, and love of country. So, without further ado, strap up your seat belts, cause we’re taking a ride with Kate Magdalena. Timestamps [5:10] Listen to A Larger Dance by Kate Magdalena. [9:55] Is the West a better place for artists to develop? [1:54] Kate gets into her recently released a full album. [21:31] Listen to Take me to the church by Kate [25:12] The story behind Take me to church [26:51] A bit of spiritual talk [31:05] Listen to New Earth by Kate Magdalena [34:55] A little inside tips on how to record with a better voice [40:11] Kate’s ritual [46:49] Listen to Kate’s Streets of Anytown [52:10] Kate’s experience writing and filming the Streets of Anytown [2:27] Kate’s new album Kate explains the inspiration and background of some of the songs that she’s written. Included in her album are a couple of songs about saving the earth; One is called New Earth. A fantasy, visionary song about the kingdom of God, how the earth should be like it was in the beginning, and how it will be restored. The second is Long Live the Woods. Poetry inspired by Gerald Manly Hopkins, an English Christian poet from the 90s who wrote beautiful love poetry to God. [12:50] Kate’s journey towards her Music Career Never really considered herself an artist for the better part of her life, Kate’s focus was mostly on her studies and the world as she grew up. She spent her twenties in pursuit of spirituality and working various publication jobs for corporations. Eventually, she ended up being a teacher, a career she very much enjoyed due to her love for children. Despite her love for singing and music, Kate had no idea how to approach the music industry. And especially without the internet at the time, it all seemed pretty impossible. In the end, she had no option but to keep singing just as a hobby. But it all kept coming back. Kate found herself gravitating towards poetry (a niche she actually has a graduate degree in) and she began setting some of it towards music. Despite working with a couple of bands in the early 2000s, she felt that she didn’t have enough knowledge on the music career as a whole, and this motivated her to go back to school and study music. Afterward, she spent the next 6 years of teaching music. Later on, she went to Seminary after having a conversion experience in 2009. It wasn’t, however, until 2010, when everything globally was just crazy, is when Kate began to write. 2 years later she had written her full album. [17:15] Kate’s View on Songwriting Despite taking a songwriting course and dropping it. Kate has never really studied songwriting. In her opinion, it’s a creative process of going within and allowing the spirit to move. She also believes that it’s a God-given talent, and gives total credit to God for the gift. Kate’s creativity and passion for writing began with poetry. With time though, Kate’s love for writing poetry slowly fade away, it lost meaning to her and she slowly found herself transitioning to songwriting. [18:17] Kate’s icons while growing up To begin with, Kate’s opinion on music is that the voice is literally formed through the ear. It’s formed through listening to the music. As a child, some of the great musicians that inspired her to sing the way she does, include; Julie Andrews, Mary Travers, Joni Mitchell, and Barbara Streisand. Quotes: [1:00:21] We’re living in biblical times, we need to keep our eyes open to see what is occurring, but we should not be afraid. [17:27] Songwriting is a God-given creative talent that involves going within and allowing the spirit to move Follow Kate:*Sign up to her email list to get a free download for her new song, New Earth and also be a part of Kate’s family. Website www.katemagdalena.com Facebook @katemagdalenamusic Instagram @kate_magdalena Twitter @KateMagdalen Itunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/kate-magdalena/1245277903 Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

Today on the dHarmic Evolution podcast, we’ll be discussing the rampant and ever-growing problem that’s divorce. My guest is a certified life coach, and author who helps men and women get through the  many obstacles in their lives, her passion is to help people take back control of their lives after a breakup or divorce. So, ladies and gentlemen, joining us on the show today is my dear friend and author of the book “Piecing Your Heart Back Together”, Carmen Silvestro. Timestamps [10:15] The healing process [16:38] First client for Carmen [18:58] Favourite kind of clients and subjects for Carmen [25:10] The joy of helping a client! [27:16] Yoga Journey [31:08] Carmen’s hope for her book’s effect [36:44] A present from Carmen to you, dear listener [37:40] Carmen’s Parting advice to you [3:03] Carmen’s life experience and journey towards her destiny When it rains, it pours. That was the situation in Carmen’s life 12 years ago. She had just lost her little brother, who had succumbed to his addiction when she also found out that her husband, the love of her life, best friend and partner for 17 years was contemplating leaving her for another woman. That’s the day her world collapsed. After weeks of drowning in her thoughts, tears and emotions, Carmen was a total wreck! Barely able to see due to her swollen eyes, she walked up to the bathroom mirror, and for the first time, really looked at herself. Carmen was shocked to see the person staring back at her. She didn’t recognize who that person was. It was in that moment while still staring at the reflection of her frail and broken body, that Carmen knew she had to make a choice.  She could either keep walking the path she was on, wounded, broken, hopeless, and constantly feeling sorry for herself, or she could get up and fight, and in the process, learn whatever lesson life was trying to teach her through these experiences. Needless to say, she picked the latter. She decided to be strong and fight. In the process, she admits she’s backslid a couple of times, made a lot of mistakes and always learned from them. Healing isn’t linear, Carmen had her ups and downs in the process, but she always got back up. She attributes part of her healing success to the amazing support she received from friends and family who were always there for her. [12:35] Changing Career Paths After the divorce with her first husband and the heartbreak afterwards, Carmen found herself gravitating towards individuals who were going through an experience similar to hers. She was more than happy to be a lighthouse and guide them to safe harbour to the best of her abilities. Later on, Carmen was lucky enough to remarry and was blessed with a baby boy. She quit her job to focus on raising her son, and when he was old enough to go to school, it was time for Carmen to find a job. A couple of interviews later, Carmen had secured herself a really great offer to work at a local company. But, something didn’t feel right. She had this terrible feeling in her stomach, until it finally clicked to her, she was meant to be a servant, a heart servant. And there was no way she was going back to the corporate world. After having her ‘’ahuh’’ moment, Carmen totally submerged herself in the field. She started taking classes and reading tons of books; divorce books, self-help books, books about heartbreak etc. [19:58] How does one piece their heart back together? Take the time. Take the time and go through your grief, go through your emotions, don’t try to run away. And, as difficult as it is to understand it at the moment, there’s always a silver lining in such situations. It is an opportunity for you to reinvent yourself, an opportunity to rewrite your whole life. Peel layers off yourself and get to know more about who you are, and that, that is priceless. [33:38] Carmen’s thoughts on Divorce A lot of people don’t take the time to know themselves, and they go into relationships, just hoping that it will work out, but then again, they end up finding themselves in a marriage with someone that they don’t really mesh well with. And how could they? When they don’t even know who they really are. And then there’s the others. They go into relationship’s for all the wrong reasons. Some have the fairy tale idea in their heads, that it’s all going to be like in the movies, that it’s all going to be perfect. And when it’s not, they just want to bolt. Quotes [6:48] There’s a lesson behind everything, everyone we meet is for a purpose [20:14] And, as difficult as it is to understand it at the moment, there’s always a silver lining in such situations (heartbreak, divorce, failure, depression etc). It is an opportunity for you to reinvent yourself, an opportunity to rewrite your whole life. Peel layers off yourself and get to know more about who you are, and that, that is priceless. [27:18] Yoga is meditation for your body Follow Carmen: carmen@myselftruly.com www.myselftruly.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmen-silvestro-763003a/ https://www.facebook.com/carmenshannon Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

[11:15] Lunch with my super agent and friend, Eugene Foley [12:15] A not so good experience at a hotel in Meherrin [25:10] The life-changing Prison experience that Larry went through [30:52] Listen to the song that started the James O’Connor Agency “Connected” Early morning of October 14th, Columbus Day. That’s when I left Nashville headed to Virginia to start off my prison ministry. My first stop was Pamunkey Regional Jail. The check in time at the prison is 12.00 noon, so this gave me enough time to get myself ready for everything. [2:35] Preparation for the show There was a lot of nervous energy when I was preparing myself for the show. To begin with, the whole prison environment takes a bit of time to adapt to, so many steel doors, tiny rooms and new faces. My guitar even ended up falling off the hand truck in the load in process. The guys were in a room, something like a lunch room. Rectangular shaped with seats everywhere, and they were all staring at me while I was setting my equipment up. It goes without saying that this only made the setup time very intense, and I could feel the sweat rolling down my back. But I kept cool throughout the whole process, no one could tell what a bundle of nerves I was. [5:40] Performance at the Men’s Section I started off with a couple of songs and then started to work in some of the stories. The stories were all revolving around the setlist material that I chose. This included some of the inspirational and Christian songs that I’ve written. I was telling the stories in between the songs. This played a role in helping them understand the experience of what the songs are all about. The entire performance was generally great. There were a few challenges of course, such as one inmate who kept talking to his friend while I was performing, but at the end of it all, I had earned not just their undivided attention, but respect as well. I ended the show with a bit of interaction with the guys, while I passed out some Dharmic Evolution Podcast business cards. I promised to keep them entertained when they get out, and are back out on the open highway.   [8:42] Performance at the Ladies’ Section ‘’Where are the ladies?’’, Said I. You can imagine my surprise when Jeff, the prison assistant told me that they were in another room. So, this meant that I had to pull down everything I had set up, and move it to where I’d be instructed, and then set it all up again. (where are my roadies when I need them!) It took a while, but I broke the Ice with the ladies and everything was flowing in no time. I did the whole performance sequence all over again, and it felt really great because I’m certain that my message did reach out and touch them. After the performance, it was time for me to say my goodbyes and call this visit a success.  [15:20] Jail 2: Meherrin River Regional Jail I headed south towards my second destination for the journey which was Meherrin River Regional Jail. My first observation of the place was how strict they are. On arrival, I met this tough lady who wanted to inspect every single thing that I had with me, bags, cables, boxes, key etc, lock up my phone, keys, etc. So, I went outside and reassessed the items that I had with me, and only took those that I essentially needed, and placed them on a cart. Afterward, I was shown my way to the performance platform by the Major, who was in charge of the facility. This stage was slightly bigger than the first performance platform at Pamunkey regional jail. And, because everything at the prison has to be done in its allocated time, I quickly set up my gear. The only alarming thing about this gig though, was that I had to do four sets, back to back. I hadn’t sung four sets in a while. And given the fact that I was a solo, and not as young as I used to be, I knew this was going to be an uphill task. I had a bit of a similar experience like I did in the first tour. While I was performing, some guy was busy engaging his pals in a conversation. I didn’t let it get to me though, I ignored it and kept performing. At the end of it, the whole crowd was jazzed up! Everyone in the backrow was bopping and dancing in their chairs, clapping their hands and singing the chorus. And once again, I had them! When the performance was over, some of them came to me, shaking my hand and thanking me for the experience. Personally, it meant the whole world to me that I had some kind of impact no matter how small or how great. So wrapping up this experience, I would say that on a whole, it really could not have been a better kickoff for this new extension to my artistry, the JKO prison ministry has been baptized and is alive and well.  Thanks for your support! James~ Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

We’re in my home state of New Jersey today, and joining us is Matt O’Ree, a legendary Rock and Roll artist. You better strap up your seat belts ladies and gents,, cause it’s going to be a Rocky ride. Timestamps [2:55] Matt narrates his experience performing at The Stone Pony (The Stone Pony, located in Ocean Township, New Jersey is home to many legendary Rock n Roll artist’s) [9:15] Listen to Matt’s Black Boots with Bruce Springsteen [19:55] Listen to My Everything [27:55] Find out what Matt and the band are currently up to [30:38] Listen to Life [35:07] Story behind the song Life [37:14] Matt’s Songwriting process [39:39] Matt’s favorite guitars [45:27] Leveraging the Power of Social Media [47:08] Listen to It’s gonna be alright [5:00] Matt explains the journey towards bringing his album to fruition.The album has been a working progress for quite a number of years. It all started in 2008 when Matt had just finished his last CD, and a producer he had earlier met, John Leaders of the Lake House Music, invited him to record in his studio. Whilst recording at the studio, Matt had to push one of his sessions to cater for Hubert, and that is how their partnership and friendship began. A man he describes as being the best gentleman he has ever met. It didn’t take too long for them to become close friends and associates after Hubert took up Matt’s offer on playing one of his songs. [13:55] How Matt met Bruce Springsteen While he was teaching guitar lessons in one of his student’s home Matt met Bruce’s 13-year-old kid. Eventually, he would end up teaching Bruce’s kid guitar lessons as well after winning the guitar center contest. The two knocked it off not so long after, with Matt even sharing his BlackBoots C.D with Bruce’s kid. As fate would have it, Bruce’s son played the song to his dad who really loved it as well. Matt requested Bruce if he’d love to work together on the song, Bruce said yes, and Matt was, well he was over the moon. [23:40] The writing of My everything It’s amazing how the bonds of friendships play such vital and important roles in our lives and destiny. Matt met fellow singer and songwriter David Brian through an old student and friend of his. And as Matt’s open and go-getter personality would have it, he hit it off with David and not long after the two were writing and singing together. From the first note they played together, Matt and David felt the chemistry that was between them in their music, this would be the genesis to a lifelong friendship and partnership between the two of them. Two years down the line, Matt and David wrote the hit song, My Everything. [43:43] Matt’s Heroes whilst he was growing up The first person that ever spoke to Matt’s heart was Jimi Hendrix. Seeing him perform was a great inspiration to him becoming an artist. Jimmy Page and Led Zeppelin band are top in Matt’s band and icons that he emulates to date. Quotes [15:50] Couldn’t you spread that good love out a little bit? It all comes in one truckload. All the shitty days you’ve had in your life, and it all comes to this. Christmas, New year, Hanukkah, everything at once! [40:00] You’ve got to shift between guitars, to know which one you really like, because not all of them are the same. [52:18] Sometimes you’ve got to throw the rule book out the window. Learn all the craft you can, but follow your heart more than anything. Follow Matt O’Ree Band: The Matt O’Ree Band Website: www.mattoree.com The Matt O’Ree Band on Facebook: @MattOReeBand The Matt O’Ree Band on YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/MOBontv The Matt O’Ree Band on Twitter: @MattOreeBand The Matt O’Ree Band on Instagram: @mattoreeband Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

[13.15] Death of a fellow Marine [13:58] The war experience in Iraq [18:40] Find out how Akshay learned to adapt to the war environment [19:03] The positivity and power of journaling [21:56] Introduction to “Fearvana” [33:18] Akshay’s mentor, and how he fought through PTSD [43:19] Find out how you can learn more about Fearvana and support Akshay! Today at the dharmic evolution, we take a ride with former US marine veteran, author and speaker, Akshay Nanavati. Early childhood [2:37] Born in Bombay India, Akshay moved to the USA at a tender age of 13 years, this is after spending his 8 years in India, and 5 in Singapore. 2 years after joining the US, Akshay adopted a lifestyle of drugs and alcohol, a choice he says was partly due to his lack of self-identity and purpose. A life describes as characterized by depression and sadness. He would cut his own arm and even burn himself. Joining the army [8:12] 2 years down the line after spending his ripe teenage years drowned in drugs and alcohol, and losing 2 of his friends. Akshay’s life would take a total flip after watching the movie Black Hawk Down. This would prove to be the most pivotal moment of his life, the movie he says, inspired him so much that he went on to read book after book about the military and life in combat. And just like that, Akshay found himself cured of his drug-addicted life, a life he describes as being meaningless and selfish. Now that he knew what purpose he wanted to serve in life, nothing was going to stop him at the time, despite the many illnesses that dragged him down while enlisting, Akshay was focused and determined to join the military. School and training [9.40] Bootcamp training took a toll on Akshay because he wasn’t very physically fit. But he describes the entire boot camp process as more of a mental process rather than a physical one. With his mind focused on what he wanted to achieve, Akshay was able to not only succeed in the boot camp training but also graduate as an honor student in the Infantry school. Growing up with parents who provided everything for him, Akshay never had to struggle for a thing, but now, for the first time in his life, struggle and suffering became the order of the day. He began to experience joy and value in the process. He began to accept and learn the bliss and comfort associated with suffering. [24:15] life after the war Not quite sure what he wanted to do after the war, Akshay decided to first finish his undergraduate degree in Texas. Life after the war was a complete struggle to find meaning and purpose, to a point he kept volunteering to go back to war. In the end, Akshay ended up going to journalism school, where he was bound to meet his wife, get married, and settle down with a corporate job. But it all felt meaningless and not really what he was bound to do. Inevitably, he ended up quitting his job. After the whole school and corporate job experience, Akshay went on an expedition in the Himalayas, as a way of running away from his demons and problems. It was after the expedition that Akshay came back to America and started building his company from the ground up. His unfaced demons, however, began sprouting, and he yet again turned to the bottle to seek solace. The drinking got worse with every passing day, it was all these problems, coupled with marital issues with his wife that Akshay decided to seek therapy where he was diagnosed with PTSD. At that time, nothing seemed right and he had totally hit rock bottom. Alcohol was his daily routine and see that this pattern wasn’t going to change anytime soon, Akshay was filled with thoughts of walking over to the kitchen, picking up a knife an ending his own life. He couldn’t believe the suicidal thoughts he was having, and that was the wake-up call he needed to turn his life around. As a way to fill the emptiness he felt, Akshay started getting training for different careers. This led him to take a keen interest in neuroscience, spirituality, religion, and psychology, he kept on studying, book after book, and this would eventually lead him to discover Fearvana. As a way to fill the emptiness he felt, Akshay started getting training for different careers. This led him to take a keen interest in neuroscience, spirituality, religion, and psychology, he kept on studying, book after book, and this would eventually lead him to discover Fearvana. QUOTES [8:38] It’s during the times of war that you experience the spectrum and intensity of the human experience at its most extreme. You see the most awful things happen in war, the atrocities of human evil. But you also see humanity at its finest, People sacrificing their lives for fellow human beings [18:49] Even when you’re in a war, even when you’re in an environment you cannot control, you always have the freedom to control your attitude. You could be in hell on earth, but you always have the freedom to choose your own perspective. [21:07] As Jesus says in the Bible, there’s no greater sacrifice that man can do than by laying down his life for his friends. [21:38] By recording the present, you craft what’s coming up in your life [23:16] I invite you to never stop chasing fear, or you will spend your whole life running from it. If you are ready to take on that battle between the part of you that wants to quit and the part that wants to fight, you will enter the doorway to your next awakening, at that moment you will experience the bliss of Fearvana. Website: www.fearvana.com Facebook: @AkshayNanavatiFan Instagram: @fearvana Twitter: @fearvanalife  You can buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1630476056/ Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

“How do we get people to believe?” Archbishop Christine Mercy Johnson explains on the dHarmic Evolution Interview Highlights: [3:00] Archbishop Dr. Christine Mercy Johnson gives a background of her faith and the path she took to be an Anglican Archbishop with the Worldwide Anglican Church [8:18] Her Grace explains the history and culture of the church [10:40] Her Grace gives her opinion and thoughts of other churches [12:00] Find out why women make the best religious leaders [20:35] Our job and purpose in life [31:54] Archbishop Dr. Johnson’s experience at the gates of heaven [36:42] What was God’s plan with the creation of Social Media? [37:33] God’s promise to Her Grace Joining us today in the studio on her 54th Birthday, is British American, the Most Reverend Dr. Christine Mercy Johnson. Her Grace made history this year by becoming the first matriarch and Co-Presiding Bishop of the Worldwide Anglican church alongside His Grace, the Most Reverend Christopher Lwanga Tusubira from Uganda, Africa. = Her Grace was ordained a couple of female priests and deacons in Colombia, and as the church’s spiritual mother, she leads her ministry with loving-kindness, great passion for working with orphans, the elderly, hospice and grief counseling, and utilizes her television, radio and social media platform to highlight social causes. Describing herself as a very structured, disciplined and self-controlled woman who was raised in British Aristocracy, her Grace was educated in the traditions and customs of the Anglican church. She has always had a very close relationship with God and has utilized her seminary training and walk to passionately teach others about Him. How do we get people to believe? Christine’s Answer as a priest. Spending quality time with the Lord. We all have the Holy Spirit residing within us, and by taking our time to speak, listen and connect with Him through prayer, worship, and reading the bible, we will strengthen our faith and belief in Him. You really get close to the lord when you get yourself out of the way and start taking care of others with compassion and kindness. When you reach out to the homeless, the poor, the dying, the sick, the afraid, etc. you allow the Christ consciousness and love to move through you. It is then that you can feel the presence of the Lord. Being grateful to the Lord every morning when you wake up and ask Him to help you to be a blessing to others is an essential way to feel closer to God. It propels you towards a day of service and success and opens your heart to see the need in others. Her Grace’s answer to service is do everything authentically from your heart: ’’How do I know that our Lord Jesus Christ is real?’’ In 1989, when I was 24 years old, I was happy and physically healthy, with a one-year-old child. I never thought of getting a flu injection, because I figured, in my utter arrogance that I was so fit that I could not get sick. One morning I awoke, and that theory changed as the hours passed by. I became critically ill and hospitalized with bacterial septicemia meningitis. By 7 pm that night, my fight with the illness was lost. I remember getting out of my body and trying to get the people’s attention, and as I struggled with this, I saw a light, an angel light. I asked the angel if I was dead, and he replied to me: ’’No, it is not possible for a human being to die, you live forever here, (Pointing up) or you live forever there, (pointing down) but you do not die.’’ Death is the ultimate amputation, but not the end, because your body is still there. As the driver of the car gets out, so a soul leaves the body. Quotes: [18:38] My job as a priest is to take you to the cross. For it is at the cross of Calvary that we find our hope, joy, salvation and where we find our resurrection power [21:41] A stranger is a family member that I still haven’t met [27:37] You really get close to the lord when you put yourself out of the way and start taking care of others [40:47] God is our Father, and He is extremely real. And when you’re here on earth, you have two choices, to either be with Him or not. You can’t make that decision when you die, and since none of us know when we’re going to die, it is the most important decision to make in our life. Did you know? · The Worldwide Anglican Church has branches in India, Africa, the West Indies, Europe, South America, and the USA. Joining with the Anglican Churches around the world It has thousands of churches and millions of followers. · Its culture and practices are similar to those of the catholic church Follow Archbishop Christine Mercy Johnson: Web https://worldwideanglicanchurch.org/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkjjYf-tpHNHzg41aEaXLAg?view_as=subscriber Facebook https://facebook.com/Worldwide-Anglican-Church-884503854978443/ Twitter https://twitter.com/TheWorldwideAn1 Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

Joining us all the way from Colombia today is Archbishop Spencer Garnica. Spencer was born on the island of Creole. Speaks English, Spanish, and his native language Creole. Spencer grew up in a society of Christian culture and is the oldest of 11 children. He grew up loving music and musical instruments like the piano and guitar. His love for music and singing has contributed to his praise and worship career in his path to the priesthood. Early calling One-night spencer decided to pray after experiencing a dream. In his dream, spencer saw a man coming down with the sun. and out of the sun, the man emerged, floating on air. The man gave spencer bread to eat and something to drink, all of which spencer did. After asking him who he is, the man told Spencer that He is Jesus. Spencer, later on, tried to explain the dream to his mother, who brushed the dream off as an effect of spencer’s hunger. Afterward, spencer approached his cousin and friend, who would take him to the first Baptist church in the Atlantic, where he would later on become a member. One night during a revival in the church, the preacher pointed to him and said that it is the Lord's will that Spencer becomes one of the Lord's servants.  Henceforth, spencer joined the seminary, only aged 14 years, armed with nothing but hope, dreams, and ambitions to serve the Lord. Childhood Being the oldest of 11 children, Spencer had no choice but to lead a life of responsibility and hard work. He’d wake up early in the morning and help his mother prepare his siblings for school, take them to school, feed the domestic animals before finally preparing himself and going to school. He’d also help out with other house and life chores, such as fishing, cooking and cleaning the house. Looking back though, spencer is grateful for the life of chores and responsibility that he grew up in because this was God’s way of preparing him to serve others. Music Journey. As a teenager, a music concert was to be held at Spencer’s hometown, but because of his strict and tough mother, spencer couldn’t ask her for permission to attend it. So instead, he decided to sneak out at dark and not just attend the concert, but perform in it as well. What resulted was a magical night for Spencer, he ended up winning both at the concert and winning his mother’s heart. His mom could no longer deny it, Spencer was a gifted child with a mission and purpose to serve others and the Lord. Long after Spencer joined the seminary to study theology and priesthood, music would always be a part of him, ‘’The bible and music’’ he says, ‘’The bible and music.’’ Demons, marriage, and fate. After being in the Baptist seminary for ten years. It was time for Spencer to move to the next step, he now wanted to be a priest. But that wasn’t all, Spencer was also blessed with a gift, a gift of vision and sight. It is this very gift that would, later on, lead a local pastor to label him as being possessed by a demon. Something spencer didn’t take too kindly of. Short of choices and places to serve his lifelong mission and purpose of preaching, Spencer’s cousin who was a pastor in Bogota called him and offered him an opportunity to serve under the church he was in, under the condition that Spencer marries. A condition Spencer wasn’t really comfortable with. Spencer was young and wanted to focus his full attention and energy in serving the Lord, and so he had to forego the opportunity and wait for the lord. And as fate would have it, Spencer received a call from a former secretary of his enquiring whether spencer still had ambitions to become a priest. Spencer was over the moon and accepted the offer, and thus began his lifelong journey into priesthood under the Anglican church. Quotes  -  In life, we are all under different journeys. And that is why some of us aren’t as compassionate or helping as others. It’s through this that I’ve learned to never judge anyone.  -  It’s good to serve the Lord, it’s good to help and be merciful to others. And every day we do something for someone, the lord up there takes note. In the show  -  How Spencer overcame cancer through prayer and Faith  -  Listen to Archbishop Spencer sing How Great Thou Art in English and Spanish  Did you know Spencer means Provider for others? Archbishop Spencer has based his whole life ministry providing for and serving others. You can watch Archbishop Spencer Garnica here: https://www.facebook.com/spencer.garnicalever https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChz2geLgEz-5sx-PYdV8vmQ Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast   www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

James features an old friend in this episode of dHarmic Evolution. Carol Schulte is the woman who never sits still, as defined by James. She is a public speaker, a traveler, a forefront of transformation, and a brave, courageous woman. Clearly, she is being empowered by her experiences, and these enable her to empower others as well, particularly women. Conversation Highlights: [03:01] How’s Carol?  [07:24] Dr. Seuss’ Metaphor [09:48] Women’s Bravery [10:53] The Three Bravery Killers [15:56] Bereavement [20:00] The Bangle Story [23:34] Bungee Jumping Experience [32:26] Amanda as Master of  Travel [39:40 ] Looking Forward Great Quotes from Carol Schulte: [09:11] “The perfect moment will not magically arrive. ...I really believe that comfort and growth cannot co-exist, and if you are not growing in your life, then, you’ll not gonna feel successful.” [14:00] “Being able to see women doing things that you never thought they could, and it becomes possible for, after that, that’s freedom powerful.” [25:22] “Courage is not maybe an act of doing, but actually, it’s an act of being...being brave enough to be you.” Interesting Interview Moments: [7:24] Dr. Seuss Metaphor Carol shares that one of her favorite books is  Dr. Seuss’ Oh, The Places You’ll Go. This book talks about the ‘waiting place’, and she mentions the two types of waiting which are: those that are in our control and those that are out of our control. According to her, those moments which are in our control are more detrimental to us.  [9:48] Women’s Bravery On bravery, she mentioned that both men and women are brave. However, women have a harder time compared to men because women spend more time analyzing, thinking things through, taking care of everyone around them, and building relationships.  [10:53] The Three Bravery Killers The three bravery killers enumerated by Carol are Perfectionism, People-Pleasing, and Procrastinating. These are big things for women. Women have to be conscious when they are giving in to one of these bravery killers so they can recognize it. Upon recognizing, they have to do things differently. [11:35] Making a Difference through Public Speaking and Women Empowerment There are two things that give a huge rush to Carol, and these are public speaking and giving empowerment to women through different events like skydiving and surfing. Public speaking enables her to create ‘aha’ moments that are powerful while her events with women make her experience confidence and celebration.  [14:11] Carol as the Forefront of Transformation, a Cheerleader Though she can transform the lives of women, Carol mentions that it’s the people themselves who are catalysts of the change. She also says that she is more of a cheerleader, and her mom is her best cheerleader. She then narrated her lowest moment, and that's the death of her beloved mother. Carol even shared about the lost bangle which is her connection to her. [23:34] The Lady’s Vlog Carol speaks about her vlog for it shares what it means to be brave and courageous. She excitedly tells her bungee jumping experience...in her birthday suit! She mentions that her vlog sends the message that the biggest act of courage is to be yourself. [27:09] Carol on Pressure, Social Media, and Depression Here, Carol stresses that we should be conscious of our mental health. She also says that exposure to social media can cause pressure and may result in depression. She mentions that social media is not real and that we should not compare yourself to what’s posted there. [32:26] Carol as Master of Travel She passionately says that the people whom she met in her travel are the ones that make her travel unique and special. Travel makes her curious and leads her to do something a bit different. At this point in time, Carol does not travel in order to escape. Now, it’s more on work and to make a magical relationship. [39:40] Carol Looking Forward Carol looks forward to finishing her book in the next six months, and she will also be launching a brave leadership program in October. She plans to work with twelve women for six months. Get in Contact with Carol Schulte: www.carolschulte.com Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Connect with James:  Website YouTube Channel New “Gratitude” Album dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Page  

In this episode of dHarmic Evolution, James sits down with Amanda Shaw, a singer-songwriter from the UK. Amanda has this evocative distinct voice which rooted in her childhood and teen musical experiences. Her influences include Tori Amos, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, and Faith Hill. In the interview, Amanda shares about her passion, her stories, her journeys, her aspirations to go back to the center stage to share her music with the whole world.   Conversation Highlights:  [03:01] Amanda as a songwriter and singer [13:40] Learning the things of being a writer [28:40] Her process of songwriting   [31:00] Amanda’s writing regimen [44:51] Her Goals in the Next Months [53:23] London music scene in the eyes of Amanda   The 3 Great Quotes from Amanda Shaw:  [3:38] “As a musician, we have to wear so many hats... songwriting... performing...gigging.”  [22:16] “As a singer and as a songwriter, we should have an end goal.”  [22:21] “The reason why we get into music is not to write a hit song,... but we want to express ourselves.”   An Interesting Interview Moment: Amanda shares her story with Kelly Clarkson when she was looking forward to putting together a new album. She considered her range and her sound.  She wants to work it out for the song to make a hit. She also considered what the song tries to build and what story it tells. She mentions that it’s important to identify the recurring theme.  Then, she shares her writing regimen when she looks for ideas for her songs. She does not actually follow a daily process; rather, it’s her creativity that switches her on. She mentions that she does not write in the morning but she expresses her ideas at 10 o’clock in the evening. Cool, right? For her, evenings are the best time to write because her tiredness throughout the day could not bring her creative self. Also, running makes her come up with creative, and she has morning pages where she writes all her ideas.  Aside from songwriting, she would like to go back to the center stage as a performer. She also shares that she would be contacting publishing companies that might be interested in her songs. She would also try to set up gigs and be more visible on Facebook. She would opt to have an acoustic guitar and Cajon drums to accompany her in her performances.   The 3 Great Songs of Amanda Shaw:  [4:42]  First Track: Sanctuary The title of the song means getting back to yourself again. It is finding that place in you, your sanctuary. She even mentions that you need time in finding it.   [23:50] Second Track: Without You It was written by Andrew Ross, and it was recorded in his studio. In this music, there was a mood, and it sounds like what will happen to you when somebody leaves or is without you.    [39:00]  Third Track: Stelf This song was not written by Amanda. She explained the unique title of the song by connecting it with the tiger which is always ready to get its prey. Tigers do things in a clever way, and the person in the song is like a tiger.    [47:26]  Video: Black and Blue This song was written by  Gabrielle Miller, and the video was made by Faraday Indiana. She was really inspired to sing it and had a great time filming the video.   Get in Contact with Amanda Shaw: Facebook: @amandashawmusic Twitter: @amandashawmusic Reverbnation: www.reverbnation.com/amandashawmusic Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/amandashaw-1 Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/amandashawUKMusic Blog: http://amandashawmusic.blogspot.co.uk/ Live For Now Available: CD BABY  ITUNES Connect with James:  Website YouTube Channel New “Gratitude” Album dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Page

An Update from the World Maestro, Colin O’Donohoe. The Pangean Orchestra and the World Maestro’s Musical Process.  On this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast, we welcome back the World Maestro, Colin O’Donohoe. Colin was on episode 6 of the podcast and hopefully, you will enjoy hearing about what he has been up to for the past 3+ years since that appearance.  One of Colin’s big projects is the Pangean Orchestra, which is based in Phoenix where Colin lives in the U.S. but also has a branch in Istanbul, where he spends several months out of the year as well. The orchestra’s goal is to travel around the world sharing the different sounds and styles of music in a way that broadens all listeners’ perspectives of the world and culture, bringing everyone together through the common language and experience of music. Colin is a true student of the world’s music, always seeking to respectfully share the traditions of each culture represented. He partners up with likeminded musicians all over the world to experiment with new sounds and hopefully make something that connects with the audience.  Key Quotes:  “The idea of the Pangean Orchestra is to combine not only the instruments but also the ideas that the instruments’ traditions have with them.”  “The more time you spend in that music, the more you begin to see those colors.”  “Beauty in one culture is not beauty in another.”    Songs:  “Mahmoudi”  “Phoenix”  “The Closing”    Follow Colin: Colin’s website:  https://www.worldmaestro.com/  Colin’s Instagram: @worldmaestro  Colin’s Facebook:  @worldmusicmaestro Pangean Orchestra website:  www.thepangeanorchestra.com Pangean Orchestra Instagram:  @thepangeanorchestra Pangean Orchestra Facebook:  @pangeanorchestra   Connect with James:  Website YouTube Channel New “Gratitude” Album dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Page

"It was one problem after another" How Woodstock 50 fell apart! Woodstock 50 had nearly every resource a festival could ask for the storied brand name, massive financial backing and industry goodwill. Where did it all go wrong? James talks about the current passing of the 50 year anniversary, and how it did not happen, then does a replay of his spin on the milestone back in January, and shares his original song, “Peace and Love”. Max Yasgur allowed his dairy farm to play host to 400,000 music fans at The Iconic Woodstock Music and Art Fair held at Bethel NY August 15, 1969. Ha! It was never in Woodstock! What was supposed to be 50,000 people attending, turned into more than 400,000! My response to Woodstock many years later is a song called Peace and Love that reflected the times, the social temperament, the Vietnam war, the draft, the dead, and the courage of our young people that had risen peacefully to say “no more”, and, “hell no, we won’t go”! Special thank you to Clara Scott for her article on Joni Mitchell. Clara is a writer for the Michigan Daily. Joni Mitchell's masterpiece, “Woodstock” and Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young performed it at the Concert. Laura Cheadle, my favorite Hippie, inspired this broadcast, please check out her Episode DE176, find out why the “hippie vibe” fits her so well! Peace and Love were written by James Kevin O’Connor in 2011. Had a pretty good time, back in 1969, I was a little too young for Woodstock so I visit often now tye-dye shirts, and Crimson cows, and Love, Hey just two words changed everyone, turned a lot of heads down in Washington, you can’t fight free will with a bigger gun, hey what’s all this crap about Peace and Love, don’t you know I’m in the middle of re-election. Chorus: Yeah, Peace and Love, Hey it’s easy Man, you don’t need to have a plan. It’s in the holy bible and koran, hey far out man, I like living with a Cruzan tan, a little taste of living off the land, it's such an easy thing to understand when East meets West there will be Peace and Love. I remember waking up in a daze, staring through a purple haze, we’ de all gather round to watch the evening news, praying that someone had the brains to blow out the fuse. That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind, flower power hell no we won’t go, while the jungle bleeds red, with teenage dead, what the hell we doing playing Giant steps on the Moon. Bridge: It’s amazing how we seem to find, a way to tiptoe around the landmines, I stretch my hand out connect to you, hey brother to brother, just twin reflections, of one another, could we take a chance and say, could we take a chance and say Namaste? hey Namaste~ Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

Best from Amy: “We're put on this Earth to do you know stuff that you know is going to change the world.” “You know a lot of the artists they work you know they work full-time part-time right? So I'm doing both. I've got the three jobs, I've got a singing career. I'm Hannah Montana!” “I’m always in the moment…  I'll be at work, and something will come to me, and I'll grab out my notebook on my phone and just start typing it in.”  “Canadian Redneck” Amy Rose is as down to Earth as an artist can be, and we’re lucky to have her back on the dHarmic Evolution! She tells us about how her work/life balance; it’s not easy juggling being an EMT, a Mom, and a country singer at the same time - but this real-life Hannah Montana pulls it off with stellar songs like Sunday Morning After and One Of These Days.  About Amy: Amy grew up on her parent’s classic country music, so it’s no surprise she wants to take everything song she hears and turn it into a country jam. She recently worked with producers Marty Beecroft and Glenn Coulson of VIP, and released her first international release to radio single! Featured Songs: - Sunday Morning After - Sunshine - Party Like A Redneck - One Of These Days Also, you can listen to Amy Rose in episode 58 of Dharmic Evolution Amy Rose | Country-Singing Canadian Chick Loves "Nash Vegas" Follow Amy: Facebook@amy.r.fraser Website www.amyrose.ca Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community ondHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

Today on the dHarmic Evolution podcast we are diving into a variety of great topics. I will be having a conversation with the man who was my first real mentor on the guitar. We’ll chat about his journey and life experience as well as his beautiful, musical talent. In this episode, I am speaking with George Barker. George has influenced me in so many ways. I would describe him as a light in the wilderness. He is a brilliant musician, composer, author, and has an amazing sense of humor. For many years he performed up until he became paralyzed in 2003. He unfortunately no longer performs due to a rare disorder called transverse myelitis. This is a disorder where the immune system attacks the spinal cord. Doctors don’t know the cause of the disorder at this time. It’s extremely rare, as only one to four in one million people contract this rare disease. George has continued to live his life and pursue his passions despite the disorder. He currently lives in Kentucky with his wife and two dogs. His dad was actually born in Kentucky and he always saw himself moving to Kentucky. His entire family had a love and talent for music. His dad was a guitarist who was a pro for a while before World War II and his mom was also involved in music. Music ran in his blood. George went on to study at Berkley where he got really deep into theory and harmony. He focused mostly on harmony and guitar performance. He actually dropped out to join a band, which was encouraged at Berklee because you could always come back. Today George just really loves to play the guitar and help people. He continues to write when he can. In this episode: - George’s transition to Kentucky - Music clips from George - Amp set up and gear - Who was on the record and time frame of the record - The Berkley story - Gear and recording at Mix-o-Lydian recording studio with Don Sternecker - George’s family and upbringing - What connected George to jazz fusion - Rendition of Amazing Grace - George’s diagnosis - Maintaining a positive attitude in light of hardship - George’s take on what’s going on in the world musically - At the wire - The experience of playing with another accomplished guitarist - Big goals and plans upcoming Follow George: Website: www.georgebarker.com Facebook: @george.barker Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community ondHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group Check out my interview with Don Sternecker from Mix-o-Lydian recording studios on DE14 recorded In NJ right here! 

What is the motivation for people to pack up and move? Maybe you are thinking of packing up and moving to another state or possibly across the country, or maybe to a different country? Many people move every year. Some move for college, a new job or new opportunities. Relocating to a new place gives you a fresh perspective. Today on the dHarmic evolution podcast, we are going to be talking about the top places people are moving and where they are moving from. If you are thinking about or have thought about moving, what are you waiting for? If you’re wanting to check out a new place, don’t wait. Just do it! In this episode, I’ll be sharing the top places people are moving to and from. One of these places might just spark your interest or maybe you have just moved to or from one of these places. If you’re in a place of moving or thinking about moving, I encourage you to think about why you are going, where you are going and what is going to be waiting for you. In this episode: Why are people moving? The top 10 cities people are moving to Sources of migration Moving in vs moving out Check some of the previous episodes: Episode with Donrique Episode with MoeDell Episode with Jordan White Episode with Dr. Christopher Stepien Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

James’ guest on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast is a fellow New Jerseyan and one of the few finger-style guitar players in the musical world. Donrique was first introduced to the indy/emo music world when one of his friends in 8th grade asked him to design a t-shirt for his band. He began to hang around with the band and was asked to design shirts for other bands around town, which is when he realized that he really liked that style of music. With his dad’s old acoustic guitar, Donrique started learning how to play bar chords, and when he discovered YouTube, he realized that he loved finger-style. After a few years of playing finger-style and writing some of his own songs, he played for the owner of CandyRat Records, the home base of most of the finger-style players in the country. The owner recommended that he try to create something unique, which led Donrique down the path of integrating hip-hop and rap into his music and eventually into the singer-songwriter world. Now that he has found his sweet spot, he is committed to being a musician for life, constantly honing his craft and teaching others to do the same. When it comes to recording, Donrique has found that he prefers to record in stereo, using matched pair microphones to capture sound from different angles. He has been heavily influenced by people like Jethro Tull, John Mayer, Johnny Cash, and Michael Buble, who all sing in a lower register as he does. Donrique is in the musical world for the long haul, building his brand and figuring out what works in the studio more than doing live performances, but that may change. Coming up soon, he will be launching online songwriting and recording courses for interested musicians, which he hopes will inspire and instruct aspiring artists. Key Quotes: “Then YouTube happened…and I was completely sucked in.” “Every day it was like I was getting more and more committed to learning this art-form on the guitar.” “Fingerstyle guitar is still my roots.” “The through-line with all of these people is the songwriting.” “Songwriting puts the spotlight on the guitar, vocals, and instruments.” “I’m not trying to be a ‘flash in the pan’ thing – this is my life and what I want to do.” “You have to cultivate the right crew of people to support you.” “Music happens best when you’re just living your life.” “I want to inspire people and help them actually write their own songs.” Follow Key: Instagram: @donrique_ Facebook: @donrique Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/donrique/1306449767 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6BWkvG0hRFlAoQ0wFElwgz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtejVgij-mXXuboGpQN1vKw Tricky Stewart: http://trickystewart.com/ Michael Hedges: http://www.nomadland.com/Bio.htm Ken Oriole: https://www.kenoriole.com/ CandyRat Records: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMJecdKUslHToOEpeuRGwXg Road matched pair microphones: https://www.guitarcenter.com/Rode-Microphones/M5-Compact-1-2-Condenser-Microphone-Matched-Pair.gc Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

MoeDeLL joins James for this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast to discuss his passion for music and his new album “There It Is”. Growing up in Portsmouth, Virginia, Moe lived with his mom and his grandparents and he remembers there always being music playing in the house: The Eagles, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Fleetwood Mac, and Waylon Jennings to name a few. When he was 9 years old, he started taking private guitar lessons, and the rest is history. While his grandmother is the inspiration for a lot of his songs, he finds that he also writes frequently about his grandfather, though they didn’t always get along. For the past 16 years, he has been a full-time Americana musician, currently averaging about 250 shows per year in Minnesota, the Dakotas, Virginia, and the Carolinas. Some gigs are solo, such as house concerts or sets at assisted living facilities, whereas corporate concerts or weddings might be with his full band. Until a few years ago, Moe was a rock’n’roll artist, but he had an epiphany while playing around with the sound of his song “Devil’s Lake” that gradually caused him to change his style to Americana. He felt that Americana allowed him to tell more of a story than rock’n’roll. Moe’s must-have writing materials are coffee, a pencil, and paper, and he finds that he does his best creating in the morning or while waiting for a show to start. He loves to just fiddle around with new sounds, a practice that began in his childhood when he would mute the television and play his guitar along with what he saw on the screen. His dream job would be to write film scores, but until John Williams calls it quits, Moe will stick to his favorite gigs at assisted living facilities, Cowboy Jacks, and Beaner’s. He just joined the Midwest Country Music Association and he looks forward to potentially collaborating with some of his fellow members in the future. Quotes: “Even if it was just my mom listening, I would still get a joy out of writing music.” “I’m infatuated with writing and lyrics and words.” “I didn’t feel like my old lyrics really told a story.” “In the morning, you may feel cloudy because you just woke up, but your mind is technically at its most fresh because you haven’t had the things of the day stifle you.” “As a musician, you know your place.” “Time has a way of drawing us closer.” Mike Lardy Creative Studio: https://www.facebook.com/mikelardystudio/  Beaner’s: https://www.beanerscentral.com/  Midwest Country Music Association: https://www.midwestcma.org/ Follow MoeDeLL: Facebook @MoeDeLLMusic Instagram @moedell Twitter @moedell Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/5zP0TH8t4OhGy4dR9RrfpZ Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

On this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast, we have a returning guest! Jordan White joined us on DE49, and he is back to talk about his new album “High Road” and give us an inside look at his writing process. At the age of 12, Jordan’s family moved from New Jersey to Pennsylvania, which turned out to be a very rough transition for him. Though he didn’t realize it at the time, he began struggling with depression when he was about 15 and getting into music really gave him an escape from his difficult emotions. Having gone through these struggles, he is that much more grateful that he is able to make living writing music now. Jordan got his Associate’s, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees, and he really connected with psychology. In fact, he found that he began to write better the more he understood about his own mind. Growing up, he was heavily influenced by the music of The Clash, Nirvana, Al Green, and other 70’s singer-songwriters, and he has recently gotten into Bruce Springsteen’s deep tracks. Jordan and James talk about their different writing methods, including where inspiration comes from, what time of day, and how structured or unstructured they prefer the environment. Jordan finds that he is most inspired when he travels to new places, perhaps because he is seeing the world in a new way and writing provides an outlet for processing. When it comes to gigs, Jordan aims to play 3 shows per week, and he has found that he prefers to play at ticketed shows because the audience is more engaged with the artist. This engagement contributes to the mutual sharing of energy between the artist and the audience, feeding off each other to achieve the purest artistic experience. Jordan’s advice to anyone out there considering pursuing music is to not give up and to not settle. Be true to yourself and chase your sound. Website: www.jordanwhitemusic.com Facebook:@jordanwhitemusic Twitter: @jordanfWhite Instagram: @jordanwhitemusic Key Quotes: “Music saved him from being a statistic.” “The more I learned about the field of psychology, the better my songs got.” “So much of what makes someone a person is what they do.” “Time is an elusive thing when you’re creating.” “The inevitability of things changing.” “It usually starts with a lyric that means something.” “The price for Friday night was Sunday night.” Jim Annuziato: http://annunziatomusic.com/ Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community ondHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

Quotes from D. Chris “I’ve Suffered, when you really sincerely struggle with something in life that takes an emotional too, whether that’s sadness, or anger, or jealousy, or depression, or suicidal ideation, what choice do you have when you rise above it, but to be able to observe where other people are struggling in similar ways? And they want to help them along their path.” “It’s easy for us in society with all of this technology and social media, and big ass shit going on to be really fascinated and carried away with what human beings can develop, and going into outer space and artificial intelligence we are creating, but I look at all of it and say, there Is something to nature, there is something to the way that the trees ruffle in the wind, there is something to the way that hawks soar in the sky there is something to the changes of the season’s that speaks to me in a much the deeper way that all this technology.” “Being natural, being barefoot, there’s a deeper thread of healing that is available to us whether we're struggling or suffering in some way, whether that is physical suffering, emotional suffering, spiritual suffering, and I found for the most part, natures healing seems to offer greater fruits than the fruits of technology, so that’s where barefoot rehab came from.” “We live in a society that is all about doing, achieving, making money, reaching for goals, it’s very masculine, and to me art is more of a feminine, beauty expression type of thing and while our society does enjoy music, and art, and pictures, and books, its not what our schools are training us to do.” Barefoot Rehab With our magic crystal ball, we can see why you feel the way you do. You haven’t found relief from your chiropractor, physical therapist, orthopedic doctor, massage therapist or any other provider. Your friends and family want you to try this or that. You don’t want another opinion. You want to be fixed! At Barefoot Rehab, we fix you by giving you the facts of your pain. Fully. Completely. We don’t use technology, machines, or gimmicks (notice the simple pencil ruler in the picture above). If you want a quick fix in a magic pill, we can’t help you. Temporary relief is a dime a dozen. If you want permanent relief, you’re in the right place. We get results that last. Isn’t it time to get the truth instead of another opinion? Let’s be honest. You don’t trust anyone in healthcare. You’ve failed enough times that you’ve lost almost all hope. We get it. In our practice, we don’t fix everyone. 100% success with our patients is not possible. However, if we aren’t giving you relief, there’s a reason for it. Our goal is to communicate where you are on the pain path in real-time. Instead of doing 3 months of care for 24 visits spending thousands of dollars, imagine knowing in 3 visits that you need an MRI. Or that you have a diet issue. You regain trust and hope when someone tells you the truth. Mother Nature doesn’t lie. Neither do the doctors at Barefoot Rehab. The Secret Problem You Didn’t Know You Have If your previous doctors had correctly identified the problem, you wouldn’t be reading this. You’d be pain-free, doing what you love. You probably agree with the following statement, “There’s something they missed.”  It’s the most common problem, causing lots of pain, that no one’s talking about, and is very easily fixable.  You have never heard of it before.  It causes you to be tight (like in the ankle above) and in stubborn pain that just won’t go away.  At Barefoot Rehab, we specialize in fixing this secret problem for people who have been to multiple healthcare professionals without success.   With our magic crystal ball, we can see why you feel the way you do. You haven’t found relief from your chiropractor, physical therapist, orthopedic doctor, massage therapist or any other provider. Your friends and family want you to try this or that. You don’t want another opinion. You want to be fixed! At Barefoot Rehab, we fix you by giving you the facts of your pain. Fully. Completely. We don’t use technology, machines, or gimmicks (notice the simple pencil ruler in the picture above). If you want a quick fix in a magic pill, we can’t help you. Temporary relief is a dime a dozen. If you want permanent relief, you’re in the right place. We get results that last. Isn’t it time to get the truth instead of another opinion? Trust Your Doctor Again Let’s be honest. You don’t trust anyone in healthcare. You’ve failed enough times that you’ve lost almost all hope. We get it. In our practice, we don’t fix everyone. 100% success with our patients is not possible. However, if we aren’t giving you relief, there’s a reason for it. Our goal is to communicate where you are on the pain path in real-time. Instead of doing 3 months of care for 24 visits spending thousands of dollars, imagine knowing in 3 visits that you need an MRI. Or that you have a diet issue. You regain trust and hope when someone tells you the truth. Mother Nature doesn’t lie. Neither do the doctors at Barefoot Rehab. The Secret Problem You Didn’t Know You Have If your previous doctors had correctly identified the problem, you wouldn’t be reading this. You’d be pain-free, doing what you love. You probably agree with the following statement, “There’s something they missed.”  It’s the most common problem, causing lots of pain, that no one’s talking about, and is very easily fixable.  You have never heard of it before.  It causes you to be tight (like in the ankle above) and in stubborn pain that just won’t go away.  At Barefoot Rehab, we specialize in fixing this secret problem for people who have been to multiple healthcare professionals without success. Follow Christopher: Facebook: @drchristopherstepien Instagram: @drchristopherstepien YouTube: Dr. Christopher Stepien Website: www.drchristopherstepien.com Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host: www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast: www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community ondHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

James welcomes back singer Kylie Odetta to the Dharmic Evolution Podcast to discuss what she’s been up to since her stint living in New York City, how her tone has changed in her music, touring with her band, the importance of having ‘quiet time’ in her daily routine, the new music video for Under the Sun, and so much more!  “I just want people to experience life to the fullest…I hope that you are just able to experience freedom and confidence, and relaxed joy as you go throughout your life. Know how loved you are by me, by so many people in your life, by the God who created this entire universe, that you are truly unique and special to you, and I just hope that you would embrace the things that make you different and walk confidently in your life.” Listen to the show to hear these four riveting songs by Kylie!  - Sunny Day - Undertow You - Don’t Love - Under the Sun Connect with Kylie on her website and on Instagram to keep up with her new music, upcoming shows, what she’s up to, and her new puppy – Zella! Want to learn more about the topics discussed in the show? Check out the links below! Sofar Sounds Salvation Army You can listen to Kylie on episode DE36 too. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show to be featured on the website!

In Episode 222 of the Dharmic Evolution Podcast, James Kevin gives a sneak peek into his new eBook – Depression Fighter’s Manual – with guests English Bob and Jacked Up Jimmy.  Take a listen for seven helpful strategies (plus a bonus one!) to help yourself or a loved one battle depression and anxiety. · Get up, get out, and get moving! · Laughter is the best medicine. · Offer a helping hand. · Surround yourself with nature. …..and more! You won’t want to miss this packed episode of the Dharmic Evolution Podcast! Download the eBook for all of James Kevin’s strategies, and share this very important information with a friend!   Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show to be featured on the website! Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Facebook Twitter InstagramPinterest YouTube Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

Cali's music is crafted piano composition alongside soulful vocals. She describes it as: "If Alanis, Tori Amos & Florence had a baby that made a soundtrack". Classically trained opera singer & self-taught pianist, she's been making music her entire life, touring in the US/UK/Europe, and now settled in the London music scene. Her debut album Flying Through Water is out now and can be streamed/purchased on Bandcamp/SoundCloud. Cali has extensive experience as a singer performing Jazz/Soul/Motown/Rock and has collaborated with some Jazz & Swing greats like Robin Banerjee (Amy Winehouse), Hossam Ramsey & the Jive Aces. She delivers an epic showstopper displaying her abilities as a captivating performer, master storyteller, and a powerful & diverse vocalist. Cali recently teamed up with UK producer & writer Stuart Cooney to form Axiomatic Music for Film & TV. Songs Featured by Cali: Flying through water If you want Blood My Track The Once and Future King Quotes by Cali: On Flying Through Water: “You want to achieve something that’s impossible” On What’s your Music Like: “It’s Everything Good” On asking to be on “The Voice”: “Reality TV is an Oxymoron, it doesn’t exist, these shows are very scripted, they are very manipulated, their selling television” On Piano’s: The best piano in the world, is the Bosendorfer, James went online and found a used one on eBay selling for $99,000.00. Facebook: @CaliLovesMusic   Youtube:  https://bit.ly/2McJmhS Instagram: @calirivlin Bandcamp: https://calirivlin.bandcamp.com/ Axiomatic music project:  https://www.axiomaticmusic.com/ Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community ondHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

Special Thanks to Tom Robinson from Beyond Today Magazine Featured Song: “I AM VICTORIOUS”, Artist: “Mercy” Beyond Today Magazine source https://www.ucg.org/beyond-today/beyond-today-magazine/d-day-and-divineintervention#comments It’s been 75 years since D-Day, June 6, 1944, when Western Allied forces during World War II launched the largest invasion in history with nearly 7,000 ships of all sorts and more than 11,000 planes, crossing the English Channel and landing more than 150,000 troops (and more over the days that followed) on the beaches of Normandy to free France and the rest of Europe from Nazi tyranny. German leader Adolf Hitler had prepared a vast defensive network of artillery, gun emplacements, mines and other deadly obstacles stretching from the west coast of France up to Norway. This “Atlantic Wall” had to be breached for the Allies to press forward and defeat this evil, the genocidal regime that with its Axis partners was intent on continuing the carnage of many millions while trying to conquer the world. Famed war correspondent Ernie Pyle, who arrived at Normandy the day after D-Day, noted that the Allies achieved victory “with every advantage on the enemy’s side and every disadvantage on ours.”  Yet, as he wrote, the total Allied casualties “were remarkably low—only a fraction, in fact, of what our commanders had been prepared to accept.” Pyle concluded, “Now that it is all over, it seems to me a pure miracle that we ever took the beach at all.” What was miraculous about D-Day, and why would God have intervened? The weather and other surprises—flukes or God’s handiwork? Gen. Dwight Eisenhower, Supreme Allied Commander (and later U.S.president), said later on the 1952 anniversary of the operation launch: “This day eight years ago, I made the most agonizing decision of my life. If there were nothing else in my life to prove the existence of an almighty and merciful God, the events of the next twenty-four hours did it … The greatest break in a terrible outlay of weather occurred the next day and allowed that great invasion to proceed, with losses far below those we had anticipated.” The Allies had tried to plan for every eventuality, but they had no control over the vital weather. They hoped for good weather to make the 100-mile sea crossing to Europe, as had miraculously occurred in the mass evacuation from Europe at Dunkirk early in the war. What they didn’t realize was that bad weather—the windiest in 20 years—would hand them success beyond all expectation. D-Day was originally scheduled for June 5 and could only be postponed for the short term to the 6th or 7th, while the tides were still low and the moon was full for visibility (along with clear weather), especially for clearing or avoiding mines in the surf. Otherwise, it would have to have been put off a good while later. With the terrible weather that sprang up on June 5, it looked like the operation was a no-go, but meteorologists reported a break was about to occur in the weather to allow the 17-hour crossing, though there was as yet no sign of any calming. Eisenhower made the agonizing decision for the ships to launch on the 5th (to arrive the next day) in the face of severe winds. As it turned out, the weather was only marginally better on the 6th, yet enough for the invasion to succeed even with weather-related losses. What really helped win the day was that the Germans could not believe the Allies would cross the English Channel in such awful weather, and they were caught completely unprepared. They had stood alert at low-tide and full-moon days in May, but they now did not see the need. Half the German division commanders and a fourth of the regiment commanders left for war games exercises in Brittany. Field Marshal Erwin Rommel, in charge of the Normandy defenses, decided to travel 500 miles to Germany to celebrate his wife’s birthday. He came back at the word of the invasion, but it took him all day—by then too late. Also, Adolf Hitler and other leaders under him were convinced by Allied ploys and their own theories that the Allied invasion was going to be further east. And when it arrived they assumed it was a diversion, with the real landing to take place elsewhere—a belief that Hitler bizarrely clung to up through August! Meanwhile, most of the Luftwaffe (German air force) planes based in Normandy had been relocated to Germany to defend against increasing Allied bombing. With that and the bad weather, German planes were not patrolling the English Channel. Moreover, this was the only night the German U-boat submarines did not patrol it. So the Allies encountered hardly any enemy forces on the way. Confusion among German defenders A key early step in the invasion was for paratroopers to come in gliders at 100mph with no guiding lights and to land secretly next to two critical guarded bridges and secure them—to keep the Germans back and prevent the Germans from destroying them so the Allies couldn’t use them. The weather helped in this too, hiding the gliders in the low clouds as they flew by stopwatches until they dropped out at 200 feet when the pilots could then see. The first paratroopers to land were stunned, British platoon leader Maj. John Howard later stating: “When we came to our senses, we realized there was no firing. There was no enemy firing. It all seemed quite unbelievable.” The 22paratroopers trotted over the bridge, the terrified guard's dove into the bushes, and the garrison was taken in 10 minutes. But two German tanks arrived, with four more on the way. The paratroopers had only a single anti-tank gun and with one chance succeeded in hitting the tank right in the middle, setting off all the ammunition inside—the burning tank now blocking the German advance and enabling lost paratroopers to be reoriented. The Germans were not then able to counterattack there or across the wider area. They now had only two panzers (or tank) divisions near the Normandy landings. Early in the morning, Field Marshal Gerd von Rundstedt ordered these to move in, not believing such a large-scale invasion could be a deception. But he had to get approval, as these forces were under the German high command. Approval was not given, as Hitler had to give the order, and he was still sleeping—and he didn’t awaken until noon. Hitler’s approval did not come until 4 p.m., and by that time the weather had cleared and Allied aircraft ruled the skies over Normandy, smashing anything that moved on the ground. (Much more could be said of Hitler’s terrible blunders, which some speculate may have resulted from disease or drug and chemical interactions affecting his brain.) Many remarkable things happened on D-Day. The landing at Utah Beach was actually in the wrong place, but this worked out in the Allies’ favor, as the beach was less defended there. Of course, other places saw far worse fighting. The taking of the Normandy beaches was still horrific, with thousands dead or wounded. Yet the casualty count had been expected to be many times higher. And the victory allowed the liberation of Europe to follow over the next year. The weather that seemed poised to thwart the Allied cause in reality greatly helped it. And the Nazi leadership was in many ways confounded. Eisenhower and many others saw this as clear help from Almighty God. In fact, newspapers at the time declared the events of D-Day, Dunkirk, El Alamein, the Battle of Britain and a number of other battles to be miraculous, particularly in the wake of widespread prayer to God for deliverance. U.S. and British leaders and people look to God Gen. Eisenhower told the troops embarking for Normandy: “The eyes of the world are upon you. The hopes and prayers of liberty-loving people everywhere march with you … The tide has turned! The freemen of the world are marching together to Victory! I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full Victory! Good Luck! And let us all beseech the blessing of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking.” British Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery had told the troops, “Let us pray that the Lord, mighty in battle, will give us victory.” As the forces approached Normandy, U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt took to the airwaves with this call: “In this poignant hour, I ask you to join with me in prayer.” He publicly prayed: “Almighty God: Our sons, pride of our nation, this day have set upon a mighty endeavor, a struggle to preserve our Republic, our religion, and our civilization, and to set free suffering humanity … They will need Thy blessings. Their road will be long and hard … “They fight not for the lust of conquest. They fight to end conquest. They fight to liberate … They yearn but for the end of the battle, for their return to the haven of home. Some will never return. Embrace these, Father, and receive them, Thy heroic servants, into Thy kingdom. “And for us at home … help us, Almighty God, to rededicate ourselves in renewed faith in Thee in this hour of great sacrifice. “Many people have urged that I call the nation into a single day of special prayer. But because the road is long and the desire is great, I ask that our people devote themselves in a continuance of prayer. As we rise to each new day, and again when each day is spent, let words of prayer be on our lips, invoking Thy help to our efforts … “And, O Lord, give us faith. Give us faith in Thee; faith in our sons; faith in each other; faith in our united crusade … With Thy blessing, we shall prevail over the unholy forces of our enemy. Help us to conquer the apostles of greed and racial arrogances. Lead us to the saving of our country, and with our sister nations into a world unity that will spell a sure peace—a peace invulnerable to the schemings of unworthy men. And a peace that will let all of the men live in freedom, reaping the just rewards of their honest toil. “They will be done, Almighty God. Amen.” As word of the invasion spread, prayer vigils were quickly organized throughout the country. Many businesses closed for prayer. “This was the Lord’s doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes” Britain’s King George VI said in a worldwide radio address on D-Day: “Four years ago our nation and Empire stood alone against an overwhelming enemy, with our backs to the wall. Tested as never before in our history, in God’s providence we survived that test … “Once more a supreme test has to be faced. This time the challenge is not to fight to survive, but to fight to win the final victory for the good cause … That we may be worthily matched with this new summons of destiny, I desire solemnly to call my people to prayer and dedication. “We are not unmindful of our own shortcomings, past and present. We shall ask not that God may do our will, but that we may be enabled to do the will of God, and we dare to believe that God has used our nation and Empire as an instrument for fulfilling His high purpose. “I hope that throughout the present crisis of the liberation of Europe there may be offered up earnest, continuous and widespread prayer … “If from every place of worship, from home and factory, from men and women of all ages and many races and occupations, our intercessions rise, then, please God, both now and in the future, not remote, the predictions of an ancient psalm may be fulfilled: ‘The Lord will give strength unto His people; the Lord will give His people the blessing of peace.’” Did God answer this great outpouring of prayer? Many are justifiably convinced that He did. After the Allies swept triumphantly through France in 1944, Gen. Montgomery felt compelled to say: “Such a historic march of events can seldom have taken place in such a short space of time … Let us say to each other, ‘This was the Lord’s doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes.’” A God who intervenes and answers national prayer The Bible reveals that God cares about what happens in the affairs of nations and intervenes in working out His overall plan. “For wisdom and might are His. And He changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and raises up kings” (Daniel 2:20-21)—sometimes to punish sinful nations and rulers (compare Genesis 15:16; Isaiah 10:12)—and also to protect His servant people from annihilation. He chose the people of Israel to fulfill a very special destiny. In prophesying of the Israelites in the last days, God promised to make Joseph’s descendants through his sons Ephraim and Manasseh the most blessed nations in the world and strengthen them against their enemies (Genesis 49:22-24), declaring that their descendants would “push the peoples to the ends of the earth” (Deuteronomy 33:17). He further said the Israelites would be “like a lion … Your hand shall be lifted against your adversaries, and all your enemies shall be cut off” (Micah 5:8-9). Other verses show that God would also discipline the Israelites through losses to enemies. But He promised that if His people would humble themselves in prayer, He would forgive them and heal their land (2 Chronicles 7:14). All of this plays a huge part in what happened at D-Day and the various other instances of divine intervention during World War II and in other conflicts. For, as incredible as it may seem, the prophecies regarding end-time Israel have been fulfilled primarily through the United States and Britain and other nations of British descent. In fact, these nations are in large part actually formed of the descendants of Joseph! (Be sure to read our free study guide The United States and Britain in Bible Prophecy for the proof of this identity and heritage.) Though this truth is unknown to most, many over the last few centuries have had a sense of the promises to Israel applying in some ways to these great Bible-believing nations. Leaders who recognized the hand of God at work Observe what Winston Churchill, British Prime Minister at the time of D-Day, said in his memoirs of the First World War regarding an encounter with Scripture just after he took charge of the Royal Navy: “That night when I went to bed, I saw a large Bible lying on a table in my bedroom. I thought of the peril of Britain, peace-loving, unthinking, little prepared … I thought of mighty Germany … wave after wave of valiant manhood … of the sudden and successful wars by which her power had been set I opened the Book at random, and in the 9th Chapter of Deuteronomy I read— “‘Hear, O Israel: Thou art to … possess nations greater and mightier than thyself … a people great and tall of whom thou hast heard say, who can stand before the children of Anak! “‘Understand therefore this day, that the Lord thy God is he which goes over before thee; as a consuming fire … Not for thy righteousness, or for the uprightness of thy heart … but for the wickedness of these nations the Lord thy God doth drive them out from before thee, and that he may perform the word which the Lord sware unto thy fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.’ “It seemed a message full of reassurance” ( The World Crisis, Mentor edition, 1968, pp. 58-59). Indeed it was. During the Second World War, the same Churchill, now prime minister, gave a message in 1942 stating: “I sometimes have a feeling of interference. I want to stress that. I have a feeling sometimes that some Guiding Hand has interfered. I have a feeling that we have a Guardian because we have a great Cause, and we shall have that Guardian so long as we serve that Cause faithfully.” At the victorious conclusion of the war, Churchill led the British House of Commons to “give humble and reverent thanks to Almighty God for our deliverance.” Harry Truman, U.S. president at the end of World War II, later remarked in 1951: “I do not think that anyone can study the history of this nation without becoming convinced that Divine Providence has played a great part in it. I have the feeling that God has created us and brought us to our present position of power and strength for some great purpose. It is not given to us to know fully what that purpose is.” Will we continue to look to God? While these men did not grasp the big picture of what God was working out, they and others at the time still realized who had saved them and seen them through. Do we? It’s heartrending to contemplate, but it will not be long before the world is plunged into the worst time of trouble ever—far worse than World War II. America and Britain will not then succeed in beating back the enveloping tyranny but, having drifted far from God, will experience devastating defeat and destruction. Yet, thankfully, a great deliverance will at last come —from the same God. The Father will send Jesus Christ to return to the earth in awesome power. Descending with the hosts of heaven, Jesus will come in divine war, crushing the armies arrayed against Him. Overthrowing the tyranny of wicked men and of Satan behind it all, He will take over the governing of the whole world, then bringing an end to war and guiding mankind into the way of peace. As we remember D-Day, let’s be grateful for God’s great intervention then and at other times and, humbling ourselves in prayer, continue to trust Him now and for the future deliverance, He will ultimately bring. Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

Mikalyn's Producers: Ian Smith, Chris Grey, and Reven Beats from Brazil Featured songs from Mikalyn: - Prove it - One Day - Deep End Featured Video from Mikalyn: “Gone” with Producers Curt Jefkey, and Chancellor Warhol Cool Mikalyn Projects: “The Brazil EDM Project” The new EP “Sleepless Nights” Cool places mentioned in Mikalyn’s world: “Red Brick Cafe” “B Side Lounge” “Kate’s Cafe” (for the best BLT sandwich on the planet!) Mikalyn's Producers: Ian Smith, Chris Graham, Special thank you to Jim Catalano, and Don Grierson. A few of Mikalyn’s recent accomplishments: Mikalyn brings a powerful mix of youthful energy and optimism to her alternative-pop sound, grounded by lyrical flourishes that often by a depth and maturity rarely found in someone so young. An artist in the truest sense of the word, Mikalyn’s creativity is a form of self-expression pouring over every note and word with the finesse and attention to detail of a painter. Since she can remember she has desired nothing more than to make music that is truly memorable and means something to the listener. - A Few Recent Accomplishments Nominated for 2019 International - Singer-Songwriters Association Awards categories: - Female Vocalist Of The Year, Female Rising Star, - Album Of The Year Love Again - Female Single Of The Year & Music Video Of The Year for 7 Billion, - Female Songwriter Of The Year - Nominated for 2018 ISC Teen Category Finals - Go Away - Nominated for Social Stars 3rd Annual Best of 2018 Awards categories: 18 and Under Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration of the Year, Performer of the Year - (Pop/Rock) and Rising Star of the Year - Nominated for Florida Country Radio 2018 Female Rising Star Award - Selected to YOUNK’s Hit Funding Level and recorded a pro video for GONE (released Dec 1st) in Los Angeles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_LWfeKQz7I - Nominated for 2018 Music Mafia Radio Female Artist of the Year Award - Nominated for 2018 The Josie Music Awards for Young Adult Artist of the Year (Female) and Young Adult Vocalist of the Year - Finals Pop Category for “Save Yourself” (2017 Canadian Songwriting Competition) and Honorable Mention in 2018 for Home, and Fall in Love Again in the ISC and the Unsigned Only Songwriting Contest - Released 6 song EP “Love Again” that is doing well on Indie Charts Globally - Finalist in ISC and Unsigned Only - Teen Category 2017 - Fall In Love Again - Receiving airplay on CBC Radio - Released 13 song CD on all major platforms in 2018 - Numerous features and interviews on Indie Internet Radio Stations worldwide - Sang United Kingdom National Anthem and Canadian National Anthem on 9/16/17 for Toronto Wolfpack Rugby match - Finalist in Your Music Out Loud Contest - Gone - Nashville 2017 - Finalist in 3 categories in the UK Songwriting Contest 2017 Performed live over 40 times in 2017 so far and opened for June winner Steve Strongman Band - Ranked 6th in World and 1 st in Canada on ReverbNation Indie Charts - Alice Sloan Scholarship - Songwriting - With You - Guelph Kiwanis Festival and featured artists in the 2018 Gala - Winner of TalentWatch Songwriting and Label Contest ($500) - Finalist in CBC Searchlight in 2016,17 - 2nd Place in the (3 songs) UK Songwriting Contest 2016, 2017. - 5 Featured Songs on ReverbNation Homepage - #1 on National Indie Charts - 1st, 2nd,3rd in the Indie International Songwriting Contest (15.16,17) Carnival, Free As A Bird, Anyway - Scholarship to attend the 2016 Song Studio Songwriting Camp (Toronto in July) - Played songs for publisher Chris Oglesby from BMG Nashville on two occasions 2 Factor Demo and ADP Grants to record original songs in 2016 and 2017 - My Cover of Melanie Martinez’s Dollhouse is at 146,000 plays on SoundCloud - and counting 2200 subscribers on YouTube and counting, and posting regularly - Selected to open for Tyler Shaw at the Liv, Love & Lyrics Event, Nov 2015, and 2016 - Guelph Mercury 40 under 40 You can follow Mikalyn here: Facebook @MikalynMusic Instagram @mikalynmusic Youtube Mikalyn Music Soundcloud Mikalyn Music Twitter @MikalynMusic ReverbNation Mikalyn Music Patreon Mikalyn Hay Younk Mikalyn Hay Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

Quotes from Gene:  On work Ethic: “Yes there is no question as I am looking around the office at the Gold Records and Grammy awards on the walls here,  every single one of these people is workaholics, just like I am, they are not just talent waiting for the phone to ring”.  Counseling Artists: “I spend a lot of my day with people doing consulting work with people who know they have talent, their willingness to invest in themselves and work hard but before they take those steps they want to sit down and talk to a professional and say hey before I do this, what should I do? So before they get out on that road, every dime they are spending, every ounce of hard work is efficient, it’s smart, it’s productive”.  On American Idol: “American Idol has been on for more than 10 years now, I think its fantastic what they do, because there is a lot of things pulling on consumers, for their time and their entertainment dollar, you have movies, and TV, and internet, and Netflix, and Hulu, and you name it, there are just so many things that someone can spend their time and money on, when they want entertainment, and for a while there in the early 2000’s music was starting to slide, and other things were starting to take away their market share. Then those shows came along, and music got to be popular and it got America excited again about music. It got to be the water cooler subject in offices across America.  The bright spot: “I think with the Internet it gives everyone a voice, when I was in a band there was no one from Italy that was going to find a band in New Jersey. Now someone could be a home-based artist, not even performing that much, but they have great songs, great video’s, a nice online presence, people read about them in a blog eight thousand miles away, and they can go right to iTunes and buy the song. I mean it’s an incredible opportunity, there is no label involved, no manager, you can truly be a global artist without the support of anyone. Also, try to get opening slots, instead of playing a dive bar for 30 people, if you can play for 2000 people at a theatre, it’s the same amount of work, the same amount of effort, but you are reaching such a larger audience”.  Song Evaluation: Gene has offered to do a free evaluation of your songs by mentioning dHarmic Evolution, you can send him a note and a link to your songs here EugeneFoleyMusic@aol.com Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! You can download a free copy of "My 7 best strategies to fight depression" ebook here!  Follow our Host www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

Featured Song’s: Lust The Dark Side Waterfalls Soon to be released EP titled “Fool for Love” Pianist, singer-songstress and Berklee Alumni Ivy Alex is paving a new path for music with her mixed styles of jazz, classical, neo-soul, and pop. The gypsy pianist, singer, composer and producer writes on subjects of love, loss, heartbreak, and inner wisdom. Angelic, grooving melodies paired with dynamic, emotional storytelling~ With over 100 songs in her prolific catalog, IVY is set to release her debut EP this year. Check out her amazing video “Waterfalls” on Youtube Best quotes from Ivy: “When I was 18 I learned how to syncopate” “I have been writing since I was 10 that I can remember, it was kind of like ballad rock then, then after Berkley, it was a lot of 5/4 and 6/8 rhythms and just exploring different feelings” “I wouldn’t want to write in one type of genre for the rest of my life, in fact, I’m releasing an EP soon, and I’m already working on a mixtape of beats, it’s going to be all instrumentals, but it’s fun weaving in and out of genres” “I will say that I’m hyped about these loops, because the loops are awesome, it’s very freeing, it’s a different instrument kind of, and that right now for me is so exhilarating, because I’m not doing it for money, I’m not doing it for anything, it’s just totally freeing, and when I blend those tracks together, I just feel like it’s the best music in the world that I’m creating, and it just makes me so elated, and that’s why I do this” “I like to go to a Kava bar called Bula cafe, which is herein Saint Pete’s I used to work there when I was really young, and its just a place where people get together and they drink this Kava which mellows you out, and I am a very rambunctious person anyway I’ve got a lot of fires, so its really good for me instead of coffee, and it’s very communal” “I really love getting inspired by people like Abraham Hicks, and Tony Robbins, and Oprah, I feel like I’m always learning and journaling my thoughts down, I write 5 pages a day, and I do lots of walking, I have two dogs that I take care of, so lots of walking” “I recorded Waterfalls on a C4 Baby Grand, I love a real piano, recording on a real piano, you capture all of the emotion that my fingers can do, it had to be on a Yamaha, it had to be bright, and it had to be a real piano it just had to be, and plus I also wrote the song on a real piano, I think that’s the key, I wrote the song on a baby grand black Yamaha piano, which I play every night” “If anybody wants to sponsor me for my piano playing reach out!” You can follow Ivy here: Facebook @IvyAlexMusic Instagram @ivyalexmusic Youtube Ivy Alex Soundcloud Ivy Alex Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group    

In this episode of DE216, James meets with Chris Eves, Author and leader of the Rock Jam Band Chris Eves and the New Normal. James and Chris get into some cool discussions about creating music, life on the road, bad food! Old guitars and vintage amplifiers. Peach Fest, Taco Bell, Alternate Tuning, Tony Markellis and where to find the good food! Olive the cat, and of course Jessica’s Eyes. It’s all here in this weeks episode of the dHarmic Evolution!  Featured Songs:  - Green and Blue  - Walking on a Wire - New Normal - When the Stars Fall (Video)  Chris Eves and the New Normal blur the lines between rock, funk, country, and blues with a healthy dose of jam band influences. Thoughtful lyrics blend seamlessly with solid roots rock riffs, pop sensibilities and, catchy hooks. Based out of Syracuse NY, the band has shared the stage with such diverse artists as the Zac Brown Band, Jon Fishman of Phish, Gov't Mule, Cheap Trick, Gregg Allman, and many others. Their debut album is scheduled to be released in December 2017.  Chris Eves and the New Normal has been featured recently in Relix, A&R Factory and Skope Magazine as well as featurettes in Jammerzine, Jam Band Purist and The Old School Project. Among their many shows and festival appearances, which includes a headlining slot in The Jam For The Land Festival (Stowe, VT), Sterling Stage Festival Ameribeat (Sterling, NY), Seedstock (Cortland, NY), Rochester Fringe Fest (Rochester, NY), Taste Of Syracuse (Syracuse, NY) and the Corn Hill Arts and Music Festival (Rochester, NY) coming up in the 2019 festival season CHRIS EVES AND THE NEW NORMAL have already secured billing for Flannel Fest (Rochester, NY) as well as The Strawberry Jam Music Festival (Turin, NY) and they are securing more festival appearances in the coming weeks.  Chris Eves and the New Normal has played some of the region’s top venues and supported some amazing talent as well, including multiple supporting roles at The Westcott Theater opening for jam powerhouse SPAFFORD, JAZZ IS PHISH and ROBERT RANDOLPH & THE FAMILY BAND. Funk N Waffles with the likes of THE HEAVY PETS, THE MELTING NOMADS and SOPHISTAFUNK. And, at esteemed venues throughout the Northeast including legendary places like The Bitter End, Nectars, Arch Street Tavern, Flour City Station and The Range. Chris Eves has even joined the ZAC BROWN BAND on stage for a rendition of their hit song “Keep Me in Mind”. Dates are filling up fast and tour announcements will be released in the coming weeks. More information about their tour schedule, music videos and links to their debut SAMMY Award-nominated album, “Find Your Way” can be found below.  Chris Eves and the New Normal “Chris Eves and The New Normal seamlessly integrate many genres of music from Jam to Alt-Rock. I believe ‘Find Your Way’ is a great platform for this band to build upon and grow exponentially.” – Jambandpurist.com  "'Find Your Way' is a debut album with shine and depth, and The New Normal might be the best new band out of Syracuse" – NYSmusic.com  “Chris Eves and The New Normal are sure to be a crowd favorite with their riveting instrumentals and unforgettable lyrical melodies.” Indie-spoonful.com You can follow Chris here: Website www.chrisevesandthenewnormal.com Facebook @chrisevesandthenewnormal Twitter @TheNewNormal315 Instagram @chrisevesandthenewnormal Youtube Chris Eves and the New Normal ReverbNation www.reverbnation.com/chrisevesandthenewnormal Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host www.thejamesoconnoragency.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group  

In this episode of DE215, The show opens with the track mix of “Speak To Me” this was written about two people having an exchange of energy (conversation) with each other, without ever speaking a word to each other. James shares his work in progress, Ebook free download of “Depression fighters for you” that will be available to all as a free download, it’s a valuable tool to keep with you on your phone and will allow you to access it anytime that nasty depressed state sneaks up on you! He also reaches out to YOU! the audience to help him decide on Depression Fighter #7 to complete the Ebook, he is not giving away his thoughts on it, as he wants and values YOUR ideas! Please let him know your thoughts on the blog post, leave a comment, or an idea, we love to hear from you! Strategy #1 You Gotta Move! I learned this one 20 years ago from Tony Robbins, and it remains at the top of my list. Get up, get out, get moving! It really is that simple, you don’t even need any complicated exercise program (although anything physical will help) Just start walking, then maybe you turn it into a faster walk as your blood gets moving, then perhaps a jog. We have an old saying in the Yoga Community, “the hardest part is just showing up” and it is so true. It’s so easy to turn on the TV, flop into an easy chair or couch and open a big bag of potato chips and a beer. But if you are feeling low and depressed, you just put three more strikes against feeling better. No movement, bad food, and alcohol, you will not be feeling better today. Releasing feel-good endorphins, natural cannabis-like brain chemicals (endogenous cannabinoids) and other natural brain chemicals that can enhance your sense of well-being. Taking your mind off worries so you can get away from the cycle of negative thoughts that feed depression and anxiety. Doing 30 minutes or more of exercise a day for three to five days a week may significantly improve depression or anxiety symptoms. But smaller amounts of physical activity — as little as 10 to 15 minutes at a time — may make a difference. It may take less time exercising to improve your mood when you do more-vigorous activities, such as running or bicycling. Strategy #2 You Gotta Laugh! Use disruptive tactics like putting on a few comedy clips, (for me its usually the three stooges) There is nothing better than putting this thing called “Life” into its proper perspective, ie; don’t take everything so seriously that you forget that “you gotta laugh” When you look at 3 adult men sleeping in the same bed till noon fully clothed, you know that your life is really very good comparatively! Did you ever notice that when you start laughing at something you're whole mood changes in an instant? The phrase “laughter is the best medicine” is so true, it's one way to forget your troubles, think about the now, and not the tomorrow, as Jesus teaches, tomorrow will have enough trouble in of itself, put your focus on today, (and him!) Laughing releases endorphins, the body’s “feel good” chemicals. Therefore, it provides short-term relief from tension and worry. Moreover, laughing reduces stress and strengthens social connections. As a result, one of the many benefits of laughter and humor is the power to combat anxiety and depression, according to researchers. Therefore, laughter is good medicine for mental health. Laughter is also a good tool to connect in social settings, go to a comedy club, meet new people, change your entire perspective, get busy and start laughing your ass off! Strategy #3 You Gotta help somebody! If you are feeling low, one of the fastest turn arounds for your mood of self-pity, oh poor me, Isolationism, and falling down and worshiping your own discomfort is to find someone who is really struggling! There are plenty out there who have real struggles, not enough food, water, and no place to sleep. If you want to change your mood, and your core beliefs, find someone who needs a kind word, a sandwich, a cup of coffee, or just a smile and a handshake. While many of us feel too stressed and busy to worry about helping others or say we’ll focus on doing good deeds when we have more “spare time”, evidence shows that helping others is actually beneficial for your own mental health and wellbeing and even benefit your physical health! I challenge you to go up to the next stranger that you see that looks like they are having trouble making ends meet, or if that is too much of a leap, check out people getting in their cars with groceries or using a walker, ask if you can help. It takes very little time and effort and I promise it will leave them with a feeling of Gratitude, and it will also leave you with a warm glow in your heart, and the Gratitude you feel will be even greater than theirs! Now get out there and help someone today! Do not wait until tomorrow, someone needs you right now! Strategy #4 You Gotta be loved! Another thing that is very necessary for everyone is the human touch. It is important to give and receive, if you have no significant other in your life, you can get this from having your hair washed, cut, and washed again. (it’s what I do) I also get massages regularly as there are many benefits of a great massage including the human touch. Physical touch is known to improve the function of your immune system as well as reduce diseases such as those associated with the heart and blood. One study on women found that receiving more hugs from their partners led to lower heart rates and blood pressure! The benefits of physical touch and the biological releases that come with it go beyond social bonding and can manifest positively in your mental and physical health. Known as the “feel good” hormone, oxytocin helps inspire positive thinking and maintaining an optimistic outlook on the world. The role of oxytocin for bonding also extends to helping generate feelings of compassion during interactions. This can contribute to an expansion of trust among individuals during social situations. Now it’s time to go out and spread the love!  Strategy #5 You Gotta eat something wholesome! There is more and more evidence each day about how a healthy meal plan contributes to better mental health, not just physical health. I changed up my meal plan about 4 years ago, I dropped 18 lbs, and have not only kept it off, but I am more focused, driven, and have a more evenly distributed energy supply each and every day, no wild swings and then crashes. Notice I said, “meal plan” not diet, diets don’t work, they never have, and they never will. I eat as much food as I want, I am just selective about it. I borrowed this list from the “Kendal at Oberlin” blog post, titled “Diet considerations for a healthy mind” You will find this list repeated over and over in so many similar types “best foods” articles. After scanning I spotted 8 out of 10 foods that I eat almost every day. Dark chocolate (with at least 85% cocoa) Turmeric Kale Sweet potatoes Berries (blackberry, blueberry, cranberry, raspberry, strawberry) Garbanzo beans Walnuts Fish with omega-3 fatty acids (mackerel, lake trout, herring, wild salmon) Red wine Green tea  Strategy #6 You Gotta Love the Drugs! No, I am not talking about social, recreational and illegal drugs. I am talking about the ones that you are wired to enjoy anytime you choose. Dopamine, Serotonin, Adrenalin, Oxytocin, they are all within our ability to enjoy whenever we decide to manufacture them. Like the roller coaster ride, or hang gliding, you just climb aboard and you receive that flood of endorphins, that start kicking in and you say to yourself wow where did that come from? We tend to forget about this experience, and you can receive this benefit with all kinds of different activities if you choose to, and I think you should choose to Because there is nothing like feeling good. This is very cool as it goes back to what I stated previously, I want the dopamine, the serotonin, adrenalin, and the oxytocin, as they are the things that keep you young and healthy. When you are a teenager you never think twice about jumping on the fastest, highest Ferris wheel, or the nastiest roller coaster, but as you get older you start to taper off and say “Nah, you know what, I’m reading the paper, or I’m going out for coffee, you forget that you can still take your shirt off and just start running, or jump on a bike and take a ride. So we have got to remind ourselves that these things are really really good for us, so that’s what I’m saying about the drugs, ‘that’s the stuff that I want” I want the natural drugs, I want to feel amazing! Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host www.thejamesoconnoragency.com facebook twitter instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

In this episode of DE214, The show opens with the track mix of “Gratitude” this is a unique mix and features a nice complement between James’ clean Stratocaster tone, and James Mitchell’s heavier rocked out Les Paul sound, especially in the beginning of the track. It has a very “Petty esque” tone that is luscious to the senses. In this episode of DE214, The show opens with the track mix of “Gratitude” this is a unique mix and features a nice complement between James’ clean Stratocaster tone, and James Mitchell’s heavier rocked out Les Paul sound, especially in the beginning of the track. It has a very “Petty esque” tone that is luscious to the senses. The show features the final “Mastered” version of the song “Gratitude” at the close of the show that is also the title track that went on the album of the same name. In this episode, we discuss: • James drove on his trip to the entire lower Eastern seaboard, then came back North through Florida’s West Coast and into Nashville for a few days, then off to Morehead Kentucky to visit my friend and extraordinary guitarist George Barker, his wife Kris, and his brother Welton, both George and Welton are alumni of the infamous but most amazing band from the mid 70’s “Tangent”. • English Bob stops by to visit, in his classic Jalopy, English Bob is a bit nervous and reticent to meet with Peter Griffin again as Peter showed up as a real cartoon on the last visit. James comments on English Bob’s brightened suspenders that were recently treated with Iodine and then Vulcanized. English is using a new service “Yandal Booenpicken” who specializes in Iodine and Vulcanization techniques, giving them a bright and cheery, and effective, yandy, glassy of hangy.  • There are no siestas in Lower Ipswitch, English sputters like a car as he gets stuck on his magnanimity approach. He then describes Yandal’s second business, that he opens in the afternoon, “Boone Pickens Chickens”. • Yandals process for best chicken, “He bakes it, he broilers is, he fries it, then he barbecues it. He does all four procedures. Feathers are optional, special orders, don’t upset us, just let us serve you, and be a guest of us” The “ruffle effect”.                      • English Bob’s pocket watch goes off and it's time for his deep knee bends. • Peter Griffin arrives and has swords with him, and being a cartoon character he immediately projects a hologram of a freeway right in the studio and almost gets James run over by a truck. Best Quotes from English Bob: “Yandal is a groundbreaking Booenpicken chicken man”.                “Oh a tempest in the Titanic”.  “Well Peter, you see I have been the most famous man alive in lower Ipswitch, when it comes to fencing, yes I can lunge, parret, or engarde”.                                               “Take that, you big bellied ballet dancer you”. “James are you aware that you have a freeway running through your studio at the moment?”  • On James Kevin’s music: “It tends to remind me of Howling Wolf stuck in a peach tree overnight. Best quotes from Peter Griffin: “Hey how about this, get a load of my flamethrower”             “Damn the Torpedoes, full stampede and buffalo ahead”. “English Bob, your quite the swordsman, and I will always Paul Revere this dharmiconalova, as long as I live, and I never thought I would be in a swords contest today when I brought the swords, James Kevin”. Best quotes from James: • On calling the sword fight: “English Bob looks like he has the upper hand so far, I think he is going to slip in his world famous Ubiquitous Larchmont Move any second, (patent pending of course), but I understand that Peter Griffin has a Big Belly Ballet move that may be a close-sleeper”. “Wow both opponents giving it all that they have, they left nothing on the floor today in this unbelievable swordsmanship, as I’ve never seen before”. “Gentlemen, I don’t have a hat on, but if I did, it would be off to both of you”. Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! Follow our Host www.thejamesoconnoragency.com facebook twitter instagram Follow our Podcast www.dharmicevolution.com Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

On the road, this week having meetings with friends, business associates, going to Richmond Va, then to Sarasota Fla, then Saint Petersburg, then Tampa, then off to Nashville for 3 days, then to Moorhead Kentucky, then back to NJ. This was not a relaxing trip as I did too many miles in the car. However it would not make sense to fly to these destinations, as there would be too many airline and car rental connections in such a short amount of time, so I opted to meditate on a long car journey, it will most likely end up over 3000 miles in less than a week. Sharing the song “Amen” and “It Is Finished” this week as we celebrate the last days of Jesus right up to his last dying breath on the cross as he spoke to his Father in Heaven, with “It Is Finished” “All churches have good and bad” “God did not create a religion, the man did” Quick recap To begin describing what happened on Good Friday, we need to quickly recap the events that led up to this point. Basically, Jesus had been betrayed by one of his disciples, Judas, who let the authorities know where Jesus was. So after the Last Supper, and whilst the disciples were sleeping in the garden of Gethsemane, soldiers came and arrested Jesus. Jesus before the court During the night of his arrest, Jesus was taken to Caiaphas, the high priest, where the teachers of the Jewish law and the elders had assembled. One of Jesus’ disciples, Peter, followed him at a distance, right up to the courtyard of the high priest. He entered and sat down with the guards to see the outcome. The chief priests and the whole court were looking for false evidence against Jesus so that they could put him to death. But they didn’t find any, though many false witnesses came forward. Finally, two came forward and, after some questioning, were able to convict Jesus on blasphemy charges. Peter Disowns Jesus As mentioned earlier, Peter was sitting out in the courtyard, listening to what was taking place. At this point, a bunch of locals thought they recognized him and accused him of being a follower of Jesus. Afraid of the repercussions, Peter denied knowing Jesus three times. It was at this point that Peter remembered the word Jesus had spoken: “Before the rooster crows, you will disown me three times.” He went outside and wept bitterly, full of shame. Judas hangs himself Still early in the morning, all the chief priests and the elders made their plans on how to have Jesus executed. They bound him, led him away and handed him over to Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of the area during the time. When Judas saw that Jesus was condemned, he was seized with remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and the elders, which he was given for informing them on Jesus’ location. Judas threw the money into the temple and left. He then went away and hanged himself. Jesus before Pilate Meanwhile, Jesus stood before Pilate and the governor asked him about the charges leveled against him by the Jewish court. Pilate was amazed that Jesus didn’t try to deny the charges. During these days, it was the governor’s custom at the time of festival to release a prisoner chosen by the crowd. At that time, they had a well-known prisoner whose name was Barabbas. When the crowd had gathered, Pilate asked them if they wanted him or Jesus to be released. The chief priests and the elders persuaded the crowd to ask for Barabbas and to have Jesus executed. “What shall I do, then, with Jesus who is called the Messiah?” Pilate asked. They all answered, “Crucify him!” “Why? What crime has he committed?” asked Pilate. But the mob continued to shout for Jesus to be crucified. When Pilate saw that he was getting nowhere, and saw that an uproar was starting, he washed his hands in front of the crowd, telling them that killing Jesus was their responsibility. He then released Barabbas to them, had Jesus flogged, and handed him over to be crucified. The soldiers mock Jesus Pontius Pilate’s soldiers then took Jesus into a Roman courtyard. They stripped him and put a scarlet robe on him; they then twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on his head. They put a staff in his right hand and knelt in front of him, mocking him, before proceeding to physically abuse him. After they had mocked him, they took off the robe and put his own clothes on him. Then they led him away to crucify him. The crucifixion of Jesus As the soldiers were going out, they met a man called Simon, forcing him to carry the cross that would be used to crucify Jesus. They came to a place called Golgotha. There they offered Jesus wine to drink, mixed with gall; but after tasting it, he refused to drink it. When they had crucified him, they divided up his clothes by casting lots. Sitting down, they kept watching over him there. Above his head they placed the written charge against him: THIS IS JESUS, THE KING OF THE JEWS. Two rebels were crucified with him, one on his right and one on his left, including a man named Dismas. Those who passed by hurled insults at Jesus, shaking their heads and mocking his claims of being God. The death of Jesus From noon until three in the afternoon, darkness came over the area. At about 3 pm, Jesus cried out in a loud voice, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” When some of those standing there heard this, one of them ran and got a sponge. He filled it with wine vinegar, put it on a staff, and offered it to Jesus to drink. Then, when Jesus had cried out again in a loud voice, he died. At that moment, the earth shook, rocks split and tombs broke open. The bodies of various holy people who had died were raised to life. When the centurion, and those with him who were guarding Jesus, saw the earthquake and all that had happened, they were terrified, now believing that he was the Son of God. Many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to care for his needs. Among them were Mary Magdalene, and Jesus’ mother, Mary. The burial of Jesus As evening approached, there came a rich man called Joseph, who had himself become a disciple of Jesus. Going to Pontius Pilate, he asked for Jesus’ body, and Pilate obliged. Joseph took the body, wrapped it in a clean linen cloth and placed it in his own new tomb that he had cut out of the rock. He rolled a big stone in front of the entrance to the tomb and went away. At this point, many of Jesus’ disciples must have felt a sense of despair. But as we know, the events three days later on Easter Sunday completely changed that… Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group You can get a new “Gratitude” album here

Quotes from James in this episode: “The feeling of euphoria and emancipation in your own personal life, whatever that is, it could be the end of a relationship, a situation, and/or it could be the beginning of something brand new, they are usually wrapped in the same package. As one ends, a new journey begins.” “Facing the unknown, not knowing exactly where I am going and when, and just letting God lead me to where he wants me next. I find this very exciting in some ways. You do however need to have tremendous faith in him and you must trust, and allow yourself to be led”… Maps and Geography: Maps were always so fascinating to me, as a kid I loved maps and they were always so intriguing to me, I just loved them and loved seeing the different things on maps, where you are, where you live, what is surrounding you, is it mountains, lakes, streams, forests? Or is it all a concrete jungle? I have met people who have no concept of maps, and I must immediately pull out a map and show them how it works, how you can put the mapping image in their brain and use it to give them a better perspective on where they are. Perhaps no one bothered to ever teach them about maps? NYC is a perfect example of how to use mapping to your advantage, everything is laid out in a grid North, South, East, and West. It’s a perfect place to practice your mapping abilities, all the avenues run North and South, and all the streets run East and West. We all have different abilities when it comes to learning. None of us receive interpret and disseminate information the same way, therefore no two people have the same capacity to ingest and apply knowledge the same way, we are all wired completely different! While you are discovering your new hobby of studying maps and Geography, don’t forget to investigate the Geography of Your Soul! Emancipation, Homelessness, the New Chapter, and President Lincoln: I spent the last year with my Mom, who was elderly and very sick, she had dementia and she passed away a few weeks ago. I had moved into her house a year ago, so I am now homeless! However, it feels like emancipation, let me explain. I know that she made it into heaven, so that is certainly something to celebrate. I have been feeling emancipated in some ways as a certain chapter of my life has now concluded, and I am looking at a fresh virgin canvas. Facing the unknown, not knowing exactly where I am going and when, and just letting God lead me to where he wants me next. I find this very exciting in some ways. You do however need to have tremendous faith in him and you must trust, and allow yourself to be led… Lincoln had a mountain to climb to get the Emancipation Proclamation passed, it was a political quagmire that he had to navigate using all of his brilliant legal skills, his creativity, his humor, wit, passion, and sense of humor to get this bill passed. There were four border states that could have swung towards the South had things not aligned properly, that may have changed the course of the war, and we might have had two countries today instead of one! Lincoln knew that slavery was morally wrong and he could not in good conscience allow this to continue under his administration. The feeling of euphoria and emancipation in your own personal life, whatever that is, it could be the end of a relationship, a situation, and/or it could be the beginning of something brand new, they are usually wrapped in the same package. As one ends, a new journey begins. What about Drugs, and Your Relationship with Drugs? No, I am not talking about social, recreational and illegal drugs. I am talking about the ones that you are wired to enjoy anytime you choose. Dopamine, Serotonin, Adrenalin, Oxytocin, they are all within our ability to enjoy whenever we decide to manufacture them. Like the roller coaster ride, you climb aboard and you receive that flood of endorphins, that start kicking in and you say to yourself wow where did that come from? We tend to forget about this experience, and you can receive this benefit with all kinds of different activities if you choose to, and I think you should choose to. Because there is nothing like feeling good. Eustress, and what is it?: We have stress in our life, but we also have eustress, (the good stress) We all experience stress at some point. Whether it’s daily chronic stress or occasional bumps in the road, stress can sneak up on us at any time. What you may not know about stress is that it’s not all bad. In fact, we can experience eustress, or positive stress, just as frequently as we do negative stress. If the idea of positive stress is new to you, you’re not alone. Most of us equate all stress with negative experiences. Clinical psychiatrist Dr. Michael Genovese says we rarely think of stress as a positive thing, but eustress is just that — positive stress. “Exciting or stressful events cause a chemical response in the body,” he explained. Eustress is usually a product of nerves, which can be brought on when faced with a fun challenge. Genovese says this is important because, without eustress, our well-being can suffer. “Eustress helps us stay motivated, work toward goals, and feel good about life,” he added. This is very cool as it goes back to what I stated previously, I want the dopamine, the serotonin, adrenalin, and the oxytocin then are the things that keep you young and healthy. When you are a teenager you never think twice about jumping on the fastest, highest Ferris wheel, or the meanest roller coaster, but as you get older you start to taper off and say “Nah, you know what, I’m reading the paper, or I’m going for coffee, you forget that you can still take your shirt off and just start running or jump on a bike and take a ride. So we have got to remind ourselves that these things are really really good for us, so that’s why I’m saying about the drugs, ‘that’s the stuff that I want” I want the natural drugs, I want the Eustress! Traveling: I have met a lot of travelers through the dHarmic Evolution, and what a gift, all of these fabulous ladies and gentlemen who travel the world with their art, with their talents, with their abilities, and I have learned so much through them, and traveling is such a wonderful thing and some people are just never acclimated to it or perhaps they are a little afraid of it, I think, especially having a relationship with someone and you can’t travel alone in some instances, so you are always together. I think there is something missed when that happens, because when you strip away all the crutches, and you do it all on your own, you learn one fundamental thing, and that is, you can make up your own fun as you go, and its very cool to just be able to be so aloof, and to be so free, and to be able to say, I’m ready to move on, I’m going to go do something else today. Mexico: I was traveling in Mexico a few years back and was staying at this nice all-inclusive Hotel packages that allowed you to stay at any one of 10 or 12 Hotels that were all very nice places. So I am at what is now the Hard Rock Hotel on the Riviera Mya, south of Cancun and it’s Saturday night around 11:00 PM, I am sitting by myself at the bar and I have been noticing that it is mostly families with their kids here. So I ask the bartender about another hotel, we look at a map together, I ask him to call me a cab, and I went up to my room, packed in about 4 minutes, came down jumped into a cab, and I was checked into a new hotel in less than an hour, different vibe, different experience, just will it, and it can be done! Traveling, I can’t recommend it enough, its just killer, it is awesome! “Flyin”: Flyin is one of the most magnificent things you can do to accomplish all of the things I described earlier with the eustress, getting that dopamine, serotonin, adrenaline, oxytocin, endorphins and whatever other cool chemicals your brain can create. The natural drugs that are locked up in your brain just waiting for you to insert the key and say “go baby go”! How about commercial airlines, some people are afraid to fly, and for those of you who hate take offs, do this, put on some kick-ass music, put on the most killer thing that just rocks your world, strap on your headphones, put your seat back, but your head back, and don’t resist that feeling of take off, do the opposite, embrace that feeling as your rushing down the runway to the sound of music that lights you up. It’s one of my favorite thing’s, I just love to take off’s. You can apply the same strategy on landing, just get into the music, relax and enjoy the experience. I tried this in real time with someone I was traveling with a long time ago, and it worked like a charm for her. She was all freaked out about both take-offs and landing, but the music and the strategy worked well for her. If the music is not the buzz for you, take the persons hand you are sitting next to, and say a prayer with them. Hang gliding: I did this in Saint Croix off the back of a boat, what a rush, what a great time, I was feeling all of the chemicals! I want to do a free launch off the top of a mountain, that’s on the “next” list. Skydiving: This is kind of an ultimate rush, 12,000’ and then reaching 120 miles an hour, like a peregrine falcon having so much fun! No spinning and whirlies for me! I told the lead guy who I jumped with not to do that, as it made me a bit sick, but that aside the jump was a rush! Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group You can get a new “Gratitude” album here

Have you ever been in terrifying fear for your life? This episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast is James’ song “Eritrean Eyes”, inspired by a friend of James’. For the purposes of this episode, James will refer to his friend as Martha. James gives a brief background on the country of Eritrea, located in the Horn of Africa between Sudan and Ethiopia and bordering the Red Sea. From the 1980s until 2000, Eritrea was at war or at the brink of war with Ethiopia, and times for Martha and her family were quite rough. One day, her father didn’t return home and it was presumed that he had been recruited to join the military, which was very common during those years. Another time, her uncle was rushing home to beat the curfew and when he was right outside their door, he was shot dead. The glimmer of hope for Martha’s family, however, was that her grandmother was a wealthy businesswoman who had saved up the money necessary to smuggle their whole family out of the country under the cover of darkness. This excursion started with the family being smuggled under an onion truck and walking through deep sand and ended safely in the United States. Many years later, Martha was finally able to see her father again, which was an answer to her prayers. Martha has since built a life in the US, loving freedom, Jesus, working hard, and being a dedicated mother. When James met Martha, his eyes were opened to her upbringing and culture as well as the prevalence of the persecution of Christians around the world. Additionally, the border between Eritrea and Ethiopia recently opened, and the people on both sides of the border have been pleasantly surprised by the positive impacts of this simple act of peace. Links: You can find BBC article James mentioned here You can find information about Eritrea here  Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media! www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram Check out our YouTube channel! Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group You can get a new “Gratitude” album here

Have you thought about your everlasting life, the one that is Eternity? There is not one thing that you own that you will take with you when you go, including your body. Have you embraced what has been offered to you? Let’s dig in and find out.  Reprinted from the Blog of Harold Herring:  Have you watched a television series where the star of the show is seemingly always in eminent peril? No matter how real the scene feel. . .you can know for sure. . .that the creator and writers of the television show will never kill the hero or the star. . .who plays the hero. Just like the movies. . .you’re a star that will never be defeated by the enemy.  In fact, not only will you not lose. . .you win every single time. Here are three scriptures which should strengthen and energize your faith against every attack of the enemy. First, 2 Corinthians 4:8 in the Amplified Bible says: “We are hedged in (pressed) on every side [troubled and oppressed in every way], but not cramped or crushed; we suffer embarrassments and are perplexed and unable to find a way out, but not driven to despair.” The attack on you, your family, health or finances. . .may be intense. . .but you will never be defeated.  So why be afraid? Hebrews 13:6 in the Amplified Bible says: “So we take comfort and are encouraged and confidently and boldly say, The Lord is my Helper; I will not be seized with alarm [I will not fear or dread or be terrified]. What can man do to me?”  Have you ever heard the song “Unbreakable” by Fireflight?  Probably not, because it’s a Christian rock band. . .however, the song contains some amazing faith-filled lyrics. “Where are the people that accused me? The ones who beat me down and bruised me They hide just out of sight, can’t face me in the light They’ll return but I’ll be stronger “God I want to dream again, take me where I’ve never been I wanna go there, this time I’m not scared Now I am unbreakable, it’s unmistakable No one can touch me, nothing can stop me.” Nobody can touch. . .nobody can stop you. . .nobody can defeat you. . .nobody can do anything to you. . .because He’s got our back. Isaiah 54:17 says: “No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is of me, saith the Lord.” You already know the outcome. . .it’s your inheritance. Here are the seven reasons why God wants you to be victorious. Your Father wants you to be victorious. No loving Father ever wants His children to lose God wants us to win…..EVERY TIME 2 Corinthians 2:14 says: “Now thanks be unto God, which ALWAYS CAUSETH US TO TRIUMPH in Christ….” The enemy only has the ability to deceive, accuse and tempt . . .that’s it.  Jesus took away the power of death, hell and the grave when He made an open show of the devil. The Bible plainly states that Jesus disarmed Satan and all his demon hoards. Colossians 2:15 in the Amplified Bible says: “(God) disarmed the principalities and powers that were ranged against us and made a bold display and public example of them, in triumphing over them in Him and in it (the cross).” Remember the Word of God says we are always supposed to triumph, not just 51 percent of the time, not even 85 percent of the time, but always. How much easier this sounds when we realize Satan has no weapon that will work against us. Your Heavenly Father paid a heavy price to make you victorious. Would you be willing to send your son or daughter to die for someone you didn’t know? Many parents have faced that question as they’ve seen their sons and daughters ship out to war zones where they stand in harm’s way in defense of our freedom not knowing if or when they will return. God sent His only begotten Son. . .with the knowledge that His Son would have to die for our sins. When Jesus was born to Mary and Joseph. . .God knew that His Son would die a horrible death. When Jesus amazed the scholars in the Temple. . .God knew His Son would be wrongly accused, persecuted, lied about and killed. When Jesus rode victoriously into Jerusalem to the cheers of the people. . .God knew it wouldn’t be long before His Son would suffer and die. Yet. . .know all these things. . .He sent His Son. . .so we would be victorious over sin, death and the grave. 1 John 4:10 in the New Living Translation says: “This is real love—not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins.”  Can you even begin to imagine how much God loves us?  His willingness to send His only begotten Son for the forgiveness of our sins proves it. Hebrews 9:15 in the Amplified Bible says: “[Christ, the Messiah] is therefore the Negotiator and Mediator of an [entirely] new agreement (testament, covenant), so that those who are called and offered it may receive the fulfillment of the promised everlasting inheritance--since a death has taken place which rescues and delivers and redeems them from the transgressions committed under the [old] first agreement.” You have a tactical advantage in any battle. One of the most successful military strategies an enemy can employ in warfare is to separate you from your supply lines. . .to keep you from receiving reinforcements or supplies. That’s exactly what the devil wants to do when he has you, your family, your finances and/or your health under attack. . .he wants to separate you from your supply line (God). . .to keep you from receiving reinforcements and orders from your spiritual headquarters (the Word). The only way the enemy can spiritually terrorize you. . .is by doubt, separation and isolation. When you find yourself under attack whether it’s a natural enemy or spiritual enemy indecision can be costly.  Even though you may not know the best strategy to employ at any given moment. . .God does. Your tactical advantage is your personal relationship with the Holy Spirit and your reliance on the Word of God. Hebrews 13:6 in the Amplified Bible says: “So we take comfort and are encouraged and confidently and boldly say, The Lord is my Helper; I will not be seized with alarm [I will not fear or dread or be terrified]. What can man do to me?”  Your focus on and faith in His Word. . .gives you a peace passes understanding during every attack.  You know the Calvary (Holy Spirit) is on the way. Psalm 121:1-2 says: “I will lift up my eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.  My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth.” Always remember, the battle is not yours. . .but the Lord’s. Joshua 10:8 in the New Living Translation says: “Do not be afraid of them,” the Lord said to Joshua, “for I have given you victory over them. Not a single one of them will be able to stand up to you.” You will never have to face any battle alone. Mark 9:27 in the New Century Version says: “Jesus took his hand and helped him to stand up.” Hebrews 13:5 in the Amplified Bible says: “Let your character or moral disposition be free from love of money [including greed, avarice, lust, and craving for earthly possessions] and be satisfied with your present [circumstances and with what you have]; for He [God] Himself has said, I will not in any way fail you nor give you up nor leave you without support. [I will] not,[I will] not, [I will] not in any degree leave you helpless nor forsake nor let [you] down (relax My hold on you)! [Assuredly not!]” God will provide you with a safe house. Psalm 61:3 says: “For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.” When I want to mentally decompress. . .I enjoy watching movies where the good guy (God) wins and the bad guy (Satan) loses. When someone needs to escape from or testifies against the bad guys. . .they’re often placed in a safe house.  The purpose of the safe house is to protect the good guys from the bad guys.  Isn’t it nice to know that your Heavenly Father. . .the Great I Am. . .wants to place you in His safe house. . .away from the attacks of the enemy and the hordes of hell. There’s one main difference between God’s safe house and the ones you find in the movies. In the make-believe world. . .you never want the enemy to know where you are. . .because they will find a way to attack your location and kill you. When you’re in God’s safe house. . .the enemy knows where you are. . .and he can’t do a thing about it. . .no matter how much he tries or even how he lies.  You’re fully protected.  Now that’s something to shout about. One more scripture. Proverbs 18:19 in the Amplified Bible says: “The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the [consistently] righteous man [upright and in right standing with God] runs into it and is safe, high [above evil] and strong.” You’ve already won the battle. . .it’s in the script. 1 John 4:4 in the Amplified Bible says: “Little children, you are of God [you belong to Him] and have [already] defeated and overcome them [the agents of the antichrist], because He Who lives in you is greater (mightier) than he who is in the world.” In the Book of Revelation… the one book that tells the end of the story… the Apostle John was given what I call ‘inside information’ on what would take place.  He also writes for us … the key to overcoming the enemy in every way he comes against us. Revelation 12:11 in the Amplified Bible says: “And they have overcome (conquered) him by means of the blood of the Lamb (we were first born-again) and by the utterance of their testimony, (we ONLY confess what God says… not what the devil wants us to say) for they did not love and cling to life (we have given up life as the world lives it to live as the Lord instructs us to live in Him) even when faced with death [holding their lives cheap till they had to die for their witnessing].”  We have the confidence in knowing our lives will one day take on total victory … You have been given authority over every trick of the enemy. Romans 8:37 which says: “Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.” I decided to look up conqueror in the Strong’s Concordance.  It’s the Greek word hypernikaō (G5245) and it means: “to be more than a conqueror, to gain a surpassing victory.” I noticed that conqueror comes from the root word nikaō (G3528) which is translated 24 out of 28 times as overcome.  So it became obvious to me that in order to become a Kingdom Conqueror you must first be a World Overcomer. What does the Word have to say about being an Overcomer?  Let’s begin with an example from the story of David and Goliath.  It’s found in 1 Samuel 17:9 in Today’s New International Version which says: “If he is able to fight and kill me, we will become your subjects; but if I overcome him and kill him, you will become our subjects and serve us." These are bold words David is speaking.  The scriptures don’t record whether King Saul knew David was going to make such a bold statement but I think we can rest assured that David already knew the end from the beginning.  He was not fighting this battle in his own strength… he knew in his heart that God would give him the victory.  As you fight the good fight. . .you’ve got to know that God will give you the victory. Not only that. . .God expects you to win every time. . .because He gives you total power and mastery over the devil Luke 10:19 says: “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” The first word in this verse that is translated power is the Greek word exousia.  It means “delegated power” or better said “authority.” The second word translated power is the Greek word dunamis.  It means “ability.”  So notice carefully what God is actually saying.  “I give you authority over all the ability of the devil.” Are you getting a hold of all of this?  You have total authority over all the ability of the enemy.  Remember, “…nothing shall by any means hurt you” (Luke 10:19).  The Bible literally says nothing shall hurt you.  It also says you have total power (authority) over the devil.  You never have to lose again.  You can always conquer and always triumph in all things. Always remember why He wants you victorious. Why does God want you to be victorious?  It’s simple. . .He wants you to be busy about His business. God doesn’t make you victorious and prosperous just for the purpose of raising your standard of living.  He prospers you so that you can raise your standard of giving.  Thus creating more victories than you can possibly even imagine. Genesis 12:2 says: “And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great, and thou shalt be a blessing.”  The call of God upon Abraham can be the model for God’s call to us. Just as God promised to bless Abraham, He will also bless us.  Why does God desire to bless His people? So that we might become a blessing to others. 2 Corinthians 9:8  in the Amplified Bible says: “And God is able to make all grace (every favor and earthly blessing) come to you in abundance, so that you may always and under all circumstances and whatever the need be self-sufficient [possessing enough to require no aid or support and furnished in abundance for every good work and charitable donation].”                  No doubt, God wants us experiencing victory. . .so we can fund every good work and charitable donation. Hallelujah!!! Ephesians 3:20 in the Amplified Bible contains more revelation about the seventh reason God wants you to be victorious.  The verse says: “Now to Him Who, by (in consequence of) the [action of His] power that is at work within us, is able to [carry out His purpose and] do superabundantly, far over and above all that we [dare] ask or think [infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts, hopes, or dreams].” You are a winner in the game of life. . .He is giving you victory over the current situation.   Special thanks to Harold Herring for writing this impressive blog about being Victorious!  www.haroldherring.com “I AM VICTORIOUS” (by the band Mercy)  Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media!www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group    

Righteousness and what it means, the quality of being morally right or justifiable, Bravery is the right hand of Righteousness.  It was 1963, I was 8 years old and in the car with my Mom, we had just turned onto Swain place off of Northfield Avenue in West Orange, like we had done a hundred times before over the last 8 years. I was in the front seat, we were almost at Ma and Pops house my mom parents, my grandparents.  As we turned off of Rollinson street onto Swain place something changed, as we got down the block a few hundred feet, we could see some woman just starting to back out of a driveway, Further down the block another car, a convertible was coming in the opposite direction toward us. As this scene came into focus you could see the convertible start to accelerate and a rapid speed and it seemed as he was turning his car into a missile heading straight for this woman’s car who was backing out of the driveway.  Betty immediately slammed on the gas, got up to where the woman was trying to back out, passed her and swung her station wagon right in front of the convertible, causing this guy to slam on the breaks and skid to stop only a foot from our car. All this ruckus caused Pop (My grandfather) to come ambling out the house, and he got into a verbal battle with the guy in the convertible who was clearly out of his mind with road rage, it was apparent that his intent was to run his car right into this woman’s car and cause her severe injury if not kill her.  Pop was a sly fox as he walked in front of this guys car he was saying to him look what you did to the street here you got it all marked up with your skid marks, (he was really gathering a visual of this guys license plate #) Meanwhile this guy, is throwing a nut in his car yelling and screaming at Pop, Hey get out of the Road Santa Clause! The woman backing out now shielded by Betty’s car drove off and extricated herself from the situation in the opposite direction unscathed thanks to the bravery of my Mom.  She taught me about Righteousness without ever saying the word, she never talked the talk, she walked the walk, immersed in Faith and Righteousness, her bravery showed me how it all works. #7 Daren Peter O’Connor  It was March 1964 and my Father came up to say goodnight and have a very limited conversation with my Brother Andy and I, I was 9 years old, I remember him saying to us “we are going to have another baby” I remember laying on my back and looking up at him and saying “another one”? without missing a beat, he slowly turned around with a small groan shaking his head, eyes looking toward the ceiling as if looking for divine intervention, then he slowly retreated to his bedroom. Bedroom and house setup: Pull out couch, 3 bedroom house with one bathroom Back to the story of Betty, making lunches, running kids around She would take everything that nature threw at her, but there was always room for more, she would always take time to make a meal for someone and send it out all wrapped up, complete with a side of gravy, bread, and dessert. She was truly a superwoman, who never complained, she just got it done...  August 1964 I was at Ma and Pops house, Ma was in her big green chair on one side of the living room, Pop was in his Easy chair on the other side watching the Mets get killed, I would always ask him, “hey Pop how are the Mets doing” Oh they stink he was say so disgusted, as he loved his Mets. He would have to wait 5 more years for his beloved Mets to become the Amazing Mets and win the World Series in 69.  The phone rang and I was at my post in the front parlor with this old bench like seat where they kept the phone, a black dial classic with such an annoying ring! When I visited I was the dedicated receptionist, as I had an intuitive love of electronics, wiring, and anything that had the slightest aroma of cool and creative, the phone was the only hi-tech thing in my world at that time. I picked up the phone and it was Mom, she just delivered #7, “Hi Mom” oh its a boy? Ma and Pop now have a back and forth with the name Daren, Gavin, Gary? Gavy?, Gave, this banter went on for about 2 minutes,  so on August 26th, 1964 we welcomed to the world, Daren Peter O’Connor.   The Fire:  It was 1965, I was 10 years old, I was at Ma and Pop’s again, and I was in the parlor again, and Ma and Pop were in their respective chairs in the living room, it was either late fall or early winter as the storm door was on and I was inside waiting for my father to pick me up from work on his way home. The phone rang and I answered again, it was Mom, her voice telegraphed into the core of my soul, GET POP, what’s the matter Mom GET POP!!! I yelled Pop, he must have picked up on the anxiety in my voice as he came into the room very quickly. He stayed on the phone for only a few brief seconds, hung up and immediately called one of his friends at the Fire Dept. Our house was on fire, my Mom instead of trying to get the fire dept or police knew she could get more action from her Father than anyone else, no such thing as 911 in those days. Pop was still on with one of the Fire dept members, just then my Dad came in with his business suit on and long overcoat, and Pop without even breaking stride with the conversation, yelled: “Gump your house is on Fire”! My father immediately exited slamming the door and damn near taking the hinges with him.  So this means my Mom was at home with a newborn, and a house full of kids and had to get everyone out with what clothes and bare essentials she could all by herself, only Betty could pull this off! We were all displaced at Grandparents and friends home for a time while the second floor was rebuilt. After the repairs were all completed and were all back together again I remember we were at one of our classic Saturday afternoon backyard barbecue’s where all your cousins or neighborhood friends would come over and we have a picnic, back then everyone had lots of kids, and there was no such thing as entertainment as we know it now, except for maybe 6 or 7 channels on a black and white TV. I remember my Father talking to one of my Uncles about the size of the family in relation to the size of the house and how he exclaimed, “I think I want to Move West Bill” I was over the moon, we were moving West! I had dreams in my head of wild rivers in Montana, the Badlands, wild horses, western sunsets, the Mountains and valleys of Utah, and the coast of sunny California”! It turns out his version of West meant 8.7 miles west or 21 minutes by car West to Florham Park. But that is where we ended up and then an entirely new chapter had started in 1968.  After my Dad passed in 2008 it was really difficult for my Mom to get over him, they had been together since childhood as High school sweethearts and were having kids even though they were kids, my Mom had 4 kids by the time she was 25 years old, almost inconceivable by today's standards.  She suffered some hospital visits, pneumonia, double lung infection, a few falls and broken bones, but nothing could stop her gregarious nature, even after she was diagnosed with dementia a few years ago, her spirit never dampened, and she never gave up.   The Blessing:  On May 1st, 2018 I prayed to the Lord and asked for a gift, that Betty is blessed with being able to stay at home and pass on peacefully in her sleep without any pain, surrounded by her family, her friends, and in the home that she so dearly loved. That prayer was answered at 1:59 AM on Tuesday, March 19th as I held her hands and watched her take her last few breaths, moving from this world into the arms of Jesus.   An Irish Exit Aging is Indifference My Father always warned me if I lingered Lazily Too far into the ocean The tide could not pull me back. I resist the riptide I stay close to the shore Close to sunburnt days Seasoning my skin with freckles, Only shaking off the sand for dinnertime. Wooden grandfather clocks are for decoration. Each summer’s end leads to anticipating the next. Seven decades my senior, I still could catch you stealing chocolate in the kitchen Mimicking the giggles of a toddler, Telling old stories with a sailor’s grin, Beaming with baby blue eyes. So sudden a lifetime of cheerfulness Got swept away.  By Kelsey O’Connor  Amen: From the Mercy Album “I AM VICTORIOUS” Written and performed by Matriarch/Archbishop Christine Mercy Johnson and James Kevin O’Connor Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media!www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group

You are in for a real treat during this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast. James Kevin is joined by his good friend English Bob and special guest Peter Griffin from Family Guy. You may recall that Jacked Up Jimmy is on a bowling team with Peter Griffin, who is a fan of James Kevin’s music and podcast, so he stopped by the show. During the course of the conversation, English Bob revealed that he has never been to London because of the terrifying thought that London Bridge has fallen down or will fall down while he is there. When James Kevin asks if he might consider talking with a therapist about this fear, English says that he doesn’t think they exist in Lower Ipswich, and he doubts even that would work. James Kevin emphasizes that he expects English to be in London for his tour kickoff, and asks if it would help if Dr. Woofenboot came along. Still, English Bob remains adamantly against going to London. Suddenly, Peter Griffin shows up at the studio door, and while James Kevin is intrigued that he has come as a cartoon, English Bob is (of course) terrified. Peter greets James Kevin and English and says that he is a fan of James Kevin’s music even if Jacked Up Jimmy isn’t. He goes on to say that even though a lot of people are frightened when he shows up places as a cartoon, it has tremendous advantages such as being able to imagine and then become things and being indestructible, and also going out on Halloween as the Waldorf Astoria! Peter gets overly excited when James Kevin begins to describe his song “Three Miles Wide” and isn’t really able to concentrate on anything else for the rest of the show. Thanks for joining us, and be sure to connect with us on social media!www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube Join our community on dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Group For more information about the artists Peter Griffin mentioned, check out the following episodes of the dHarmic Evolution: DE59 – Millie Manders DE60 – Ni’Ela RocksDE61 – Joy Villa DE62 - Sarantos DE64 – Crossroad Y DE65 – Anthony Everest DE169 – Joy Villa

You are in for a treat during this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast as James Kevin is joined by his good buddy Jacked Up Jimmy. It is never a dull moment with Jacked Up, who is a business agent for the IBEW electrical union with quite a colorful life, though it seems completely normal to him. The first indication that James Kevin was in for an interesting interview with Jacked Up was his mode of transportation. Clancy Wagonblast loaned Jacked Up his “car” while Jacked Up was getting his snow tires put on, but the “car” turned out to be a backhoe instead. The new song that James Kevin is featuring during this episode is “Fifty-One Shades of Grey”, which is ironic because Jacked Up and his wife, Matilda, only have sex when it is absolutely necessary. Since this was not a safe topic of conversation, they moved on to talking about Jacked Up’s bowling league and his team, the “Hurry Kanes”, recently winning the championship, the coveted Plastic Cup. One of Jacked Up’s teammates is the infamous Peter Griffin of Family Guy fame, but it is still unclear whether he is a cartoon in real life. James Kevin will find out if Jacked Up follows through on his promise to have Peter come in for an interview on the show. Jacked Up was recently named the Honorary Elk of the Year, and in his attempt to get all dressed up for the event, he realized that he was out of razors. Given his limited time, he had to improvise by shaving with a hatchet he had lying around, and he posted the video to James Kevin’s channel (link below) for your viewing entertainment. Finally, Jacked Up gave James Kevin an update on the European tour that he and English Bob are planning, which sustained a few hiccups when Jacked Up and English got into a tussle and had to patch things up and then when Jacked Up encountered some problems with the dancers’ union in London. Apparently, he thought that James Kevin’s show needed dancers, but they got it all straightened out. The interview abruptly ended when Jacked Up’s beeper went off and he informed listeners that he had to go break some guy’s leg in Kearny, New Jersey. Jacked Up Jimmy’s “I Just Run Outa Raza’s” videoNancy Harms YouTube videoNancy Harms YouTube video Follow James: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube

Welcome to Episode 206 of the dHarmic Evolution podcast! On this episode, James takes listeners through his background and history with organized religion and how his spiritual journey has brought him to be a follower of Jesus. James attended parochial school until about 6th grade, and while he didn’t have any experiences as traumatic as some in terms of abuse, he felt that the way religion was presented in the Catholic Church was not conducive to him wanting to remain faithful to the Catholic Church. Ultimately, he found the way that sin was viewed and handled through the act of confession, the overall demeanor of several of the Sisters at the school, and the oddity of some of the Catholic practices drove his way from the Catholic Church but laid the foundation for his future involvement in organized religion. Particularly, James was enamored by the stories about Jesus that he heard in parochial school, and this led him to begin seriously reading the Bible when he was in his late 20s. A few years ago, James joined a Baptist Church – First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens, NJ – and he has been pleased with his experience there as well as the challenging teachings of the pastor there, which help James’ own faith and relationship with God develop. Whereas James found the Catholic Church to be liturgical and stodgy, his experience at the Baptist church has been characterized by celebration. Along the way, James has also been impacted by the writings of Vernon Howard on spirituality and contentment. James was even inspired to write his song “Geography of the Soul” song by Howard’s ideas about preferring to explore the territory of life over studying the map. Towards the end of this episode, James reads a passage from Howard’s “Mystic Path to Cosmic Power” and connects this message about the true self with ideas from the New Testament and Walt Whitman.  James has found his own spiritual awakening in being focused on the truth, open to learning, and quick to ask the Lord for help. New “Gratitude” Album dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Page Follow James: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube

  On this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast, James discusses the ideas that inspired his song “Like I’m Home” on the recent “Gratitude” album and he is joined by English Bob later in the show.  James asks listeners the question “Where do you feel completely at home?” and encourages them to think about the structure, mindset, person, or physical location that makes them feel at home, secure and treated with dignity and respect. James feels most at home in his spiritual walk with Jesus and tries not to get too tethered to things of this world.  English Bob tries to answer the question, but he first fills listeners in on the latest happenings in Lower Ipswich. He has recently gotten very involved in learning and teaching fencing, even inventing his own move called the Ubiquitous Larchmont move,(patent pending) which he demonstrated in one of his YouTube videos, and he even started some UFC training on the spot as he was being chased by a pack of coyotes.  Meanwhile, Mama Bob has developed a condition called “don’t mention it” (dementia), so English and Mama Bob have been consulting with Dr. Woofenboot about the best treatments. So far, their midnight escapades have consisted of gathering huckleberries and waiting for wolves, the gangplank prank involving Nessie the Loch Ness Monster, and playing billiards in the garden.    It seems that the “don’t mention it” has been caused by Mama Bob’s accident last month that caused her to fracture her cranium and receive the zipper effect surgery. English Bob knew that there was an issue when he found Mama Bob in the garden holding a llama in a UFC Kimura hoof lock. Her other symptoms have been an obsession with watching UFC every night and consequently getting into fights of her own at Percy’s Pub.  English says that despite all of these dark spots, he sees glimmers of hope, and this patience, strength, and faith are the feeling of home to him. English Bob’s Fencing Instructional Video New “Gratitude” Album dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Page Follow James: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube

The topic of this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast is meetings in corporate America. James shares his own experiences in meetings that seem to have no purpose except wasting time and money. Too often, James says that people abide by the “when in doubt, call a meeting” philosophy, but when you are paying people to stop their normal work in order to attend a pointless meeting that could have been an email, the system is broken. James mentions Jeff Haden, a writer, and editor of Inc. Magazine, who has written on this topic. Many industries thought leaders like Seth Godin don’t even take meetings anymore because they have found that it is more productive to handle the problem or project in a smaller and more direct setting. In addition to just having fewer meetings in general, James also thinks that people should not be allowed to “think out loud” during a meeting because they should have been fully prepared ahead of time. He also advocates for having meetings at odd times like 9:03 or 11:54 so we don’t neglect the lonely numbers that never get scheduled. Finally, James plays a recorded Skype call between English Bob and Jacked Up Jimmy in which they discuss James’ European tour. English and Jacked Upstart the call by discussing an upcoming meeting with an unknown purpose and unknown attendees. They decide that they should schedule a meeting before that meeting, so they can determine what the meeting should be about, where it should take place, what they should eat, and who should be invited. After a few minutes of banter resembling Abbott and Costello, hopefully, listeners get the point that more thought should go into calling meetings. "Meeting before the Meeting" Video New “Gratitude” Album dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Page Jeff Haden’s Inc. blog Jeff Haden’s Twitter Follow James: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube

On this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast, James is joined by the infamous English Bob, a friend of the equally-infamous Jacked Up Jimmy from a few episodes ago. English Bob transports listeners into the unparalleled and quirky world of Lower Ipswich much like Lewis Carroll introduced the world to Wonderland. English Bob’s mastery of the English language will somehow simultaneously be crystal clear and make you scratch your head in confusion. But regardless of your comprehension of his tall tales, you will undoubtedly be entertained and your creativity will be pushed to its limits by the end of our time together. You won’t believe the turn of events that took Mama Bob from gathering gooseberries in the thicket to being destined for the Guinness Book of World Records. Auntie Griselda certainly has her own theory for the tragically provident incident that prompted the doctors to conduct an operation involving a zipper. English Bob had to pause his tour with Jacked Up Jimmy to rescue some orphans of a starchy variety and organize an adoption program in the community of Lower Ipswich, which is still recovering from Granny Grabowski's escapade involving pink stilettos. If you haven’t already, be sure to check out our videos of English Bob instructing fencing and luring the North American Yeti, both of which for very unique reasons! English Bob is truly a character, but we could all learn a thing or two from his exceptional wisdom, if even not in the way we expect. English Bob on Vimeo New “Gratitude” Album dHarmic Evolution Community Facebook Page “Jacked Up Jimmy” episode Follow James: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube

“Speak to Me” its the subject of today's discussion, have you ever found yourself unconsciously repeating phrases, statements, using language that is not yours? Have you suddenly awoken after the words left your mouth and said to yourself, where the hell did that come from? that’s not me. I want to get into all of that on today's show and question why do we (the huddled masses) impersonate each other constantly, and most of us do it in a way that we are not even aware of? What about the unconscious repetition of certain words or phrases?“Absolutely” (I believe) started with the hit movie Rocky 1976, it started kind of slowly, But then it picked up speed and everyone everywhere in the US started saying, (instead of “I agree with you”), they opted for “Absolutely” and it picked up steam. What about here in the NY/NJ area, “it” got substituted for, “It is what it is”? How do you speak to people, how do you communicate? Do you observe what you say to people and is it authentic, or are you replaying sound bytes from your mind’s memory that is not really you being your authentic self? The Reason why silence is good, it's healthy, my best friend, why Speak to me was necessary for me to write, was it really a man and woman, or was it, God? Quotes: “I love Seth Godin, the guy is so brilliant, I am reading his new book” “This is Marketing”. “He protects his intellectual integrity by doing things that most people don’t do, like not watching TV, and not going on Facebook.” “My favorite strategy is silence, so I am in the Seth camp, I have not watched TV for months and months, I can’t do Network Television stuff.” “Everybody has to find their own way to protect themselves from the media bombardment, I think the overstimulation does not allow your brain to process properly, in a way that is healthy for you.” The 10 most common misused phrases: 1) “I could care less” 2) “For all intensive purposes” 3) “You’ve got another think coming” 4) “ A complete 360” 5) “Jive with” 6) “It’s a doggy dog world” 7) “On tender hooks” 8) “Runner-ups” 9) “Nip in the but”? 10) “Irregardless” About two years ago I noticed one yoga instructor started using the word “Equanimity” suddenly every Single Yoga class I attended, the instructor would start using “Equanimity” always a female, no dude is going to use that in a sentence! In the US we had an election here in 2016 and shortly after that, I remember everyone using the term Xenophobe, how many people really knew what the word Xenophobe meant or where it came from? Talking heads on all the news channels they all knew all about it. Seth Godin, the brilliant man, I am reading his new book, “this is marketing”, he stopped watching TV, does not go on FB…………me 2 on the TV, network TV is so horrible and unimaginative. It seems that after 9/11 we all decided we need a TV in every possible commercial office in the land, but don’t bend over, they are coming for your orifice next! My mind is a precious thing, and I will not waste it. The Reason why silence is good, it's healthy, it’s my best friend, why Speak to me was necessary for me to write, was it really a man and a woman, or was it, God? Lyrics Speak to Me Author/Composer James Kevin O’Connor Speak to me, if only with the beating, of your heart, Hey walk with me, can you feel the lines of demarcation, melt apart? I Cherish every single color, in your silhouette, your presence, and your inner voice would always cut right through, all the noise, all the noise. Speak to me, I’ll share with you the tools of my experience, I acquired them through the language of uncertainty, and I’ve learned that simple silence, holds the key, enlighten me, enlighten me... Bridge I will protect you from the avalanche of pain, he’s just an old familiar visitor, from past campaigns, from past campaigns... Break Speak to me with a silent gesture, with innocence and honesty, a warm look in your eyes, a gentle touch, your shared energy with me, and although you never made a sound, you now know how, to speak to me, you speak to me... Follow James: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

What has happened to the American Family? * Why I wrote “Family of Strangers” what was it all about, released in 1989, but written most likely two years before that, it address’s the weakening fabric of the American Family, how it used to be the core strength of our society, it’s not anymore, let's find out why? * The Changing American Family * European charts, and why certain countries have higher divorce rates than others * Weather, do people stay together in the warmer climates? Because they are happier? I was convinced this is true, but I was all wrong! It’s the exact opposite! * Why have so many of us turned our backs on God? * What was it like to go public with a divorce in the ’60s? * The US has the highest prison population in the world! Why is that? * Why are people getting remarried? Do they really want another family, or do they just fear being alone? * Ireland and Italy have a lower percentage of divorce. * We should take time after a breakup to find out “who we are” * 2nd and 3rd marriages have even higher failures! * “Gender Genocide” another song about divorce that fits this episode. * Curtis and Lisa Hudson wrote “Holiday” for Madonna, and Lisa sings with me on this featured track “Family of Strangers” KO Electric: Mike Carroll: Drums and Percussion Charlie Peer: Bass James Kevin O’Connor: Guitars, Keyboards, Vocals “Family of Strangers” Lyrics, Author James Kevin O’Connor I can hear the sound of footsteps, walking on down the street, a cadence shuffle worn by kids With frantic feet, second mother third home, two stepbrothers and me, I can’t believe this is what God has planned for me there are no blood ties here, so Chorus We’ve become a Family of Strangers, No more leather-bound traditions, that we used to know We’ve become a Family of Strangers Inside and upside down, makes it hard for love to grow I can see young fatherless faces Silhouettes flash on my wall, I can hear them asking questions, As they stumble and fall Hey Ma can you tell me, what my father was like Did he walk and talk like me, and did he have ambition like me  I would have loved to see but Follow James: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

We celebrate episode #200 on the dHarmic Evolution today with an old friend, “Jacked up Jimmy” he comes to the interview in classic Jacked up Style loud and boisterous as ever. But he left the interview in such a sweat that he jumped into some strangers Hot Mustang and sped off to take care of his Union problem!                                          On the show, he explains to James Kevin about his troubles with the Union, men showing up without their workboots, and no hard hats. Member of the Elks Club Lodge bowls with his buddies on Tuesday night.                                                                                               Favorite quotes by Jacked up Jimmy: “A guy comes with his boots off, what is that,? or he shows up without his hard hat, sometimes they don’t cooperate and I gotta make sure they do” “You gotta have alignment, you can’t just have complete anarchy.” “It's like going to bowling at night without the ball, sometimes we do go bowling without the ball, its just a happenstance of circumstance.” “Listen you gotta understand something about the bowling, it’s never about the bowling, it’s an excuse the get away from our wives.” “Its camaraderie, its escapist, it’s escapism, that's the whole thing about it.” “James Kevin, so you have a camaraderie session, and you sit there and complain about your wife.” Injuries to Vilhelm Fernandahollow, who threw the ball so hard that he sprained his scrotum, but he will be back, he will be bigger than sliced bread. On the subject of English Bob: “He’s got me waiting in the Lobby!” “Maybe there is some trouble at home with Mama Bob?” “Mama Bob, she’s the Matriarch, she’s like the ark of the covenant.” Jacked up Jimmy’s beeper went off and he had to go take care of “Union business and throw some guy off a roof or something.”                                                                                           Jacked up Jimmy video on Youtube State of Grace single Geography of the Soul Album                                                                                               State of Grace Written by James Kevin O’Connor You tried to tear me up and then spit me out like broken glass on a highway crash you did a pretty shameful thing when we said goodbye and you walked out with that ring, I felt a little bitty sting. Chorus But I will not retaliate, cause my life’s just great, no need to reciprocate, its just not my state. I refuse to evaluate, my heart holds no hate, I will not participate, I'm in a state of grace. You must’ve had a Mississippi moment way down deep in the delta where your daddy was born, are you a little bit torn, the thought never struck me till now that way down deep inside you were a woman of scorn, is that the way you were born? Bridge I'm sending dangerous angels, to wrap their soft white wings around your heart, and help you make a new start……   Follow James: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

Meet Oliver Sean! Biography: MTV Europe Music Awards Nominee (Best Worldwide Act) & Vh1 Top 10 artist Oliver Sean's music can best be described as 'Feel Good Acoustic Rock with Soul'. The Singer/Songwriter thrived in the Goa, Dubai and the UK cultures as they acted as the backdrop to his youth, and the inspiration for his music. His discography with W.O.A. Entertainment began in 1999 with his single ‘There She Is Again’. Oliver Sean's media clippings have formed a career of their own. Since his career was launched in his teens, Oliver's press clippings exceed several hundred features, snippets, and reviews in significant print and broadcast mediums. His brand of music is known for its pop influence with contemporary undertones. His debut album was nominated for 'International Album of the Year' by AVMax in 2003/04 along with albums by John Mayer, Robbie Williams, Kylie Minogue and Third Eye Blind. Oliver Sean's eclectic global music style is the trademark for his brand and is as exotic as his Portuguese Goan Lineage. A self-taught musician, Oliver plays guitar, bass, keyboards, and drums. However, it is his distinctive percussive guitar and powerfully seductive voice, which is his footprint on the music industry. His track record of being a hit songwriter is just one of his many assets defining him as a pillar in the music community. Oliver Sean is a member of the Recording Academy and a Voting Member for the prestigious Grammy Awards. As a Record Producer and Filmmaker, Oliver Sean has composed music for theFrench Government (Massif Region Tourism Campaign) & Goa Government (Republic Day Parade). He has also composed the soundtrack as a music director for a Bollywood Feature Film and the title track for a Regional Goan Feature Film. The singer-songwriter is actively producing music for films and artists around the world and is a successful filmmaker with several music videos that he has Directed and Produced, regularly featured on Vh1 & MTV and also hosts his own nationally distributed radio show The WOAFM99 RadioShow. Oliver Sean and his International Band are actively touring and performing worldwide and the Singer-Songwriter has recently launched his 4th studio album ‘Devil in Blue Jeans.’ Quotes from Oliver: “I grew up in GOA, and Dubai, my Mom traveled a lot, and I traveled with her, she was a single Mom, and I am what I am because of her.” “Thankfully I am a world artist, not in terms of Genre, but literally the sense “World” “I was soaking up all of these different influences like the Eastern influences of tables and stars and everything, but primarily, I was always into the Police, Eric Clapton, BB King, I was a blues guy.” “I was into rock, not metal but the hair bands, 80’s rock, and 90’s rock, but I always wanted to incorporate everything that was around me.” “I got on MTV as a VJ, I was working towards my dream, in the end, I just wanted to make my music, and I applied for this MTV, VJ thing that was going on, and I always had a marketing sort of mind.” “Growing up, I gravitated towards guys like Bryan Adams, Bon Jovi, Rod Stewart, and Sting, my voice suited that kind of Songs.” “I think every artist should be in a cover band for a while, to help you hone in on your skills, it really worked for me.” “The entire top section of my house is full of guitars, on Devil in Blue Jeans, for example, I used my Gretch to get that hollow body rock ’n roll sound.” On Film: “My company now does a lot of music video production and we work closely with Viacom, VH1, and MTV, a lot of the independent artists that work with us, come on tour with us, because we organize these major tours, and they always want to make a music video with us, I used to be just in front of the camera giving my ideas about it, but then soon after I became a producer for these music video’s, and then after that, I was a director, then I became a cinematographer.” The Band: - Oliver Sean on Guitars - Daren Edwards on Bass - Luke Robinson on Drums Features Songs: - Come for Me - Walk up and Kiss you - Devil in Blue Jeans The Video: New York You can follow Oliver here: Website www.oliversean.com Facebook @oliverseanband Twitter @oliversean Instagram @oliversean Youtube @oliversean Soundcloud www.soundcloud.com/woarecords/sets/devil-in-blue-jeans Spotify www.open.spotify.com/artist/3qpDQHNmRS4Mhc2bYMRFYi?si=-XF_AP9lQ_SczKPBy8KTVA   Don’t forget, subscribe rate & review the dHarmic Evolution podcast! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Max Yasgur allowed his dairy farm to play host to 400,000 music fans at The Iconic Woodstock Music and Art Fair held at Bethel NY August 15, 1969. Ha! It was never in Woodstock! What was supposed to be 50,000 people attending, turned into more than 400,000! My response to Woodstock many years later is a song called Peace and Love that reflected the times, the social temperament, the Vietnam war, the draft, the dead, and the courage of our young people that had risen peacefully to say “no more”, and, “hell no, we won’t go”! Special thank you to Clara Scott for her article on Joni Mitchell. Clara is a writer for the Michigan Daily. Joni Mitchell's masterpiece, “Woodstock” and Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young performed it at the Concert. Laura Cheadle, my favorite Hippie, inspired this broadcast, please check out her Episode DE176, find out why the “hippie vibe” fits her so well! Peace and Love were written by James Kevin O’Connor 2011. Had a pretty good time, back in 1969, I was a little too young for Woodstock so I visit often now tye dye shirts, and Crimson cows, and Love, Hey just two words changed everyone, turned a lot of heads down in Washington, you can’t fight free will with a bigger gun, hey what’s all this crap about Peace and Love, don’t you know I’m in the middle of re-election. Chorus: Yeah, Peace and Love, Hey it’s easy Man, you don’t need to have a plan. It’s in the holy bible and koran, hey far out man, I like living with a Cruzan tan, a little taste of living off the land, its such an easy thing to understand when East meets West there will be Peace and Love. I remember waking up in a daze, staring through a purple haze, we’de all gather round to watch the evening news, praying that someone had the brains to blow out the fuse. That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind, flower power hell no we won’t go, while the jungle bleeds red, with teenage dead, what the hell we doing playing Giant steps on the Moon. Bridge: It’s amazing how we seem to find, a way to tiptoe around the landmines, I stretch my hand out connect to you, hey brother to brother, just twin reflections, of one another, could we take a chance and say, could we take a chance and say Namaste? hey Namaste~   Follow James: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

The 8 Beatitudes, what are they, and what do they do for you? Why is the Sea of Galilee called a Sea? And why is it drying up? Investigate the 8 Beatitudes and discover how they can inspire your life! THE EIGHT BEATITUDES OF JESUS "Blessed are the poor in spirit,  for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.  Blessed are they who mourn,  for they shall be comforted.  Blessed are the meek,  for they shall inherit the earth.  Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness,  for they shall be satisfied.  Blessed are the merciful,  for they shall obtain mercy.  Blessed are pure of heart,  for they shall see God.  Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness,  for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."  Gospel of St. Matthew 5:3-10 The Beatitudes is a message of Hope! Heavenly Rock Star, he rocked your thoughts and paradigms, taught love and encouraged everyone to awaken to the Holy Fathers word, (no not the Pope) your Father in Heaven. Perhaps working on your inner life, is far more important than our insisting on hunting and gathering? Work on enhancing your own particular method of relationship with God, none of us have this down to an exact science on how to communicate with the Lord, but perhaps your unique way is the right way?   Leave Comments for us @ www.dharmicevolution.com Pick up your copy of the Mercy Album here! Blog reference by Jonathan Pennington “Bless You” xx James~   Follow James: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!    

Possessing a voice filled with delicious subtleties and striking authenticity, Nancy Harms has been declared “an original” with “a truly special voice and style” by DOWNBEAT magazine. Will Friedwald of the Wall Street Journal stated that “she engages the listener by seeming to put her whole soul completely forward…after hearing her just once, you’ll never want to let her go.” Audiences all over the world keep coming back again and again to hear this rising-star, international jazz vocalist cast her spell and bare her heart. Born and raised in Minnesota, Harms relocated to New York City in 2010. She has toured Europe multiple times since 2010, with her most recent tour taking her to such prestigious venues as Copenhagen’s “Standard” and “Jazzhus Montmartre”, Paris’ “Duc des Lombards” and “New Morning”, “Herr Nilsen” in Oslo, Stockholm’s “Fasching”, and other stops in Norway, Italy, The Netherlands, and Denmark. She has loved playing the Copenhagen Jazz Festival for the last four years in a row (along with many other festivals in greater Denmark) and hopping north to play Norway’s Sortland Jazz Fest twice, and Norway’s AnJazz Festival in Hamar. In North America, Nancy has appeared in the major jazz festivals of Pittsburgh, the Twin Cities, and Quebec City in Canada and has experienced the fun of touring her albums in many clubs across the U.S. Nancy’s NYC appearances have included her own shows at Birdland, Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola (Jazz at Lincoln Center), Smalls Jazz Club, The Kitano, 55 Bar, Mezzrow, and several other venues, including a series of performances with trombone legend Wycliffe Gordon; among them Dizzy’s, The Lenox Lounge, and concerts in Toulouse, France. She premiered her most recent show entitled “Ellington at Night”, at Manhattan’s famed Metropolitan Room in which the NEW YORK TIMES described her as “…[an] enigmatic woman of mystery forging her own path”. In addition to her own CDs “Dreams In Apartments” and “In The Indigo”, she appears on Wycliffe Gordon’s disc “Hello Pops” and on Jeremy Siskind’s releases “Finger-Songwriter” and “Housewarming”. One of her self-penned tunes from the “Dreams In Apartments” album (“Weight Of The World”) placed 3rd in Popjazzradio.com’s international listener poll of top jazz tunes of 2014 with over a million and a half votes. New York City, Paris, Copenhagen, and “The World” adore Nancy Harms! Featured songs: - Heavenly Bodies - No! Go! - Won’t Give In Video: - Rolling back to me Favorite places to play: “New York, Copenhagen, Paris, but it's all about the audience.” Best quotes from Nancy: “It really comes down to the audience for me, if the audience comes, really open-hearted and you can feel that space already, I just love a really open audience who is kind of game to go into their heart with you.” “In the jazz realm, I like a lot of space because I love the detail, and if there is too much going on, that’s not as much fun for me.” From “The Desire Map” a book by Danielle Laporte:  “What are you really going for? So you don’t get caught up in what everybody else is going for, what are the core emotions that you really want to feel and what makes you feel that way and be really honest about it.” “I was trying to be a recovering perfectionist.” Singers that have worked with Nancy:  Nika Sings, Emily Braden, Katie Kerdie, Michelle Denise Michaels Writing songs for people Nancy knows. Band Line up: Piano, upright bass, drums, and sometimes a guitar. You can follow Nancy here: Website www.nancyharms.com Facebook @nancyharmssings Instagram @nancyharmssings Twitter @nancyharmssings   Don’t forget, subscribe rate & review the dHarmic Evolution podcast! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

What does fear sound like? Listen to the song “I’m Afraid” at the end of this podcast. High School upperclassman trying to show off selling his car, James was a prospect, but after he tried to be Dale Earnhardt Sr. or Richard Petty, Nascar champ, it did not work, the car crashed and no sale that day. James was showing off his 17-year-old fabulous motorcycle skills by crashing his brand new Motorcycle into a parking lot crater while flying over the handlebars. Broken wrist, cuts, bruises, Humiliated, and bruised ego, but he survived! Fear in the relationship ending, either you ending it, or them ending it, leave comments about this episode, what are you struggling with? Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane, sweating blood, seeing visions of soldiers mocking him, and knowing he was to be tortured brutally in a matter of hours then nailed to a cross, this is fear at its highest imaginable level, and he knew there was really no way to get around facing this.                                                                         Mt of Olives still has olive trees that are over 2000 years old that still to this day produces olives! I AM VICTORIOUS the album has the song I am Afraid that recreates the moments in the garden of Gethsemane before the arrest of Jesus. Make sure you keep Gratitude in your life! How many phobias can one have in one’s life? How many phobias can we create? We are just sooooo human! Pandora! The dHarmic Evolution is now on Pandora, after passing the beta test this past summer, we have been selected amongst a small group of fellow podcasters to be on the Pandora streaming site. You can now listen to us on Pandora, Spotify, Stitcher Radio, and iTunes. The physiology of fear, fight or flight, what happens to our body when we are attacked by fear? Autonomic responses and where they come from and why. The brain is quite an amazing machine! Fear of speaking? Fear of performing, singing, playing an instrument? Humbled and fortunate to be the voice of Jesus in this song, “I’m Afraid.” Stop by The James O’Connor Youtube channel and see all of the artists we have there! Leave us a comment about this show on the website. If you like the song “I’m Afraid” you can download it here!  Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Get early access to Dharmic Evolution on Pandora here!  Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! Follow James here: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Quotes from Tom: “It was a personal test to see if I had any skill as a songwriter, I just wanted to give it a try and see what happened, friends were so helpful and it just became a labor of love, and people like the songs and they like the music, so it’s been great.” “People ask me if my songs are personal, or documentaries or portraits, every song is its own thing, it becomes its own thing, like a child the minute it leaves you, you have to kind of follow your song and find out what it's trying to be.” “I try to push a song around the playground to see if it will work if it's just a lick, it’s really easy to lie with a guitar in your hand, you can tell anybody anything.” The Ingredients to Heathcote Hill: “It was kind of building everything around Megan’s voice, I would come up with some words and some chords, and we started to work it out with Megan, and kind of built everything around it and a lot of my friends were surprised that our first record was not what they expected. Cory was our drummer, Bruce was our Bass player, Megan was our singer, and I played guitars and that’s how it all became something.” A pivotal moment for Heathcote Hill: “For me as the “trying to be a songwriter person,” the first time I heard Megan,Tori, and Bruce and I play a song and it became something outside my head, and I said that sound really interesting, it wasn’t what I expected, it was it’s own thing, and I thought that’s really neat, to, from heard only here, to, heard there, every time it’s a surprise.” Songwriting in your blood: “I was a writer and director in advertising, that was my career, I've always been in a creative community and worked with some great directors, great actors, and great musicians, it was a really talented group, and a really fun world to be in, then I got back into music later in life and found a lot of the same creative challenges. So I wanted to see if I could go from commercial writing to songwriting.” Real Artists Ship: “You have to send it away at a certain point, I just have to let it be. The one song that has been tortured to within an inch of its life is called “Don’t Even Wave Goodbye”, it has three different passes of drums, different vocalists, I did countless guitar tracks, and we just kept trying it and trying it, and we finally got it to were we all liked it. I could have kept tinkering, and we finally had to just send it away.” NY Clubs: “Bowery Electric, The Bitter End, Rockwood Music Hall, there is something about the Bitter End, we always sound really good there, and all my friends sound better there, maybe it’s the horizontal room, or maybe its the vibe of the room, but we always sound good there.” Megan: “Megan has always been a singer, her sisters sing, they sing at every baptism, wedding, and first communion, and everything in the family. Megan and I were in a band a few years ago, that’s how we got to know each other, it’s something she does in her spare time. The last band took two 3 month leaves when Megan had her last two children. She is a Mom and works in Education and her husband is an Annapolis Grad and one night a week we try to rehearse and do music.” Tim Hatfield CTS Studios: “Tim Hatfield at CTS studios in Brooklyn thought that the song “Some Things In Life” will sound great with a keyboard part, what do you think? he asked. I said I’m homeless I’m looking for help, who do you know? I’ll send it to my friend Rob Arthur, and maybe he can do a neat thing for us. Rob Arthur has been touring with Peter Frampton for the last 15 years as his keyboard and guitar player, he is an astonishing musician, and a week later thanks to the miracle of the internet, Rob’s piece comes back and its the opening of “Some things in Life” Featured Songs:  Some things in Life Rain all Night Oxford Depot Blue Love me a Little Bit More You can follow Tom here: Website www.heathcotehill.net ReverbNation www.reverbnation.com/heathcotehill Facebook @heathcotehill Instagram @heathcote_hill Youtube www.youtube.com/channel/UCq396f_9NqCnfFNBU6MYPbA  Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Get early access to Dharmic Evolution on Pandora here!  Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Brian Sheil, a talented and determined music producer from Ireland has been to Los Angeles many times in search of the right place for him, has been offered 3 jobs, but still needs a sponsor to make it happen with current US/Ireland Immigration laws.  Brian produced the vocals on Derek Ryan’s latest album, it went to #3 in overall iTunes official charts, and also produced Paul Skelton’s #1 Album, “Goosebumps II” which went to #1 in Irish iTunes dance chart and #3 in UK iTunes Dance Chart.  Brian is also producing a new artist EP for “Chris Conroy”, he has a similar vibe to Dermot Kennedy.  He has his sites set on being CEO and record company mogul for all of Ireland.  Quotes from Brian:  “I produced the #1 Record for Derek Ryan, I was 23 years of age, that was very inspiring, just to see that you can achieve what you want to do. It really struck home when Derek brought me this Gold disc, I put it up on the wall and your real proud because it’s your first #1.” “One piece of advise I always give to younger people is to “Mind your ears” and take care of them because they are your career, their what makes the money essentially. It’s why people hire me as a producer, it’s not because I have the best equipment, although I would like to have the fanciest equipment, the one I always come back to is just to work hard, and have a work ethic that is unparalleled.”  “For me it’s always been about the focus, I was very driven as a really young kid, I always noticed that I was, well I won’t say I was different, but it was really odd, because you know, in Ireland it’s all about the weekend, and socializing, and drinking. My lack of tolerance is because of the fact that I want to make it. Drinking and socializing is like taking my eye off the ball a little bit.”  “My plan is great songs, great songs, great songwriters, great artists, and I think if you get that and marry it with whatever, either tech, Apple, Spotify, even on snapchat filter nowadays, there are so many ways to monetize and promote your songs. I still believe in A&R, I still believe in going to a club and seeing an artist.”  “I love Pop, I love great singers, I don’t particularly like fixing what the singer should be doing, but I think a great song always helps. Right now I’m working with an LA producer Olivia Brazier, who is amazing, he is a producer-songwriter, and we are now a team, he is in LA, I am in Ireland, and were producing top 40 records. Great singers, people who can deliver a song”  Parting Words:  “I’m just going to keep working hard, my dream is to win Grammys and be that record company guy. That’s my dream, whether that’s starting off as a junior A&R record company executive in Los Angeles, or Nashville out finding great songs, finding great talent, I’ve been working in theatre for 10 year so, I think I know what looks well, I am a house sound engineer and I do lights, so I have a technical expertise that I can offer as well, and this is the other thing, I’m not going to be just a suit sitting in a room with the accountant.”  Featured Songs and Videos:  Brians's, Story  Small Town Summer (Derek Ryan)  Heart of Asia (Paul Skelton)  Here I Stand (Derek Ryan)  Check out DE19 my first interview with Brian! You can follow Brian here: Website www.briansheilmusic.com Facebook @briansheil Twitter @briansheil Instagram @briansheil Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!    

“Beat the Piñata” is all about suffering abuse and rising above it. Pick up some tools to use to help you through days of suffering depression and reliving some of the horrors that you went through. Attracting abused people into your life without knowing it, how does this happen? Abuse Tracker, online tracking blog about some of the Catholic Church firestorm of priests that have violated the trust of children. So many of us know someone that has suffered some kind of emotional, physical, or physiological abuse. (Sometimes all 3) Having your life systematically stolen from you, having your innocence stolen, when you should be in discovery mode, you discover that the very people that were supposed to be protecting you, end up violating your trust in a mile disgusting manner. So why Beat the Piñata? This song allowed me to vent my rage and start to understand the circumstances as to why. But one day you do discover that you do have value, and perhaps your tormenter was tortured themselves, and sick but not even knowing how sick they were, and why. “Tools to battle the demons” Do not isolate! Talk to a stranger, you can also help them…… Share something of value with them, you have something that they need and will value, this will make you feel good, and when you bless someone with value, you receive that blessing back! Comedy!, Make sure you watch The Three Stooges, Best of Curly is a good one! James starting to play more electric guitar, his focus has been on singing and songwriting, but still loves to play guitar! Feel your “Gratitude” We have been selected to be on Pandora! Look for us the first of the year to roll It out! Links, sites, etc……. Beat the Piñata~ (From the Geography of the Soul Album) Beat the Piñata Beat it till it breaks Beat the piñata Slice it like a steak Beat the piñata See it swinging from a tree Step up and take your turn, singing Doe, Ray, Me You are like an angry vicious marauding dog, you've got your bight into me just like a bone to A saw, stuck in your bull dyke black and white habit, You used me like a fucking test lab rabbit Chorus Hiding from the morning fathers rage, positioned all the cereal boxes like a cage, Never found a level of trust achieved, I'd just walk home battered, Beaten bereaved, walk home battered, Beaten bereaved........ Bridge Bless me Father for I have sinned, I guess I'll conjure up a couple confessions for Father Quinn Is this an Irish Catholic joke that I'm living in? All I need is my shrink and a great big bottle of gin, Chorus Take a look at that thing, it looks a lot like me, Beat me red baby beat me blue, beat me raw and ill bleed for you, Beat me up and then cut me down, I'll just crawl away bleeding, without a sound Without a sound, but I want no acts of vengeance, I guess I'll just forgive you.   Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Get early access to Dharmic Evolution on Pandora here!  Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! Follow James here: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

This was a fabulous interview with Jena, who takes us on a journey that encompasses, her walk with the Lord, Soul Sister Connections, On walking with Jesus: “It’s important to have that intimate relationship with God, not defined by how our conditioned state of the way that we live in our world tells us what that should look like.”                                         “My Mom and I are the same it that we honor a person in their belief system, and their walk with God and how they interpret it.” “I being an observer would always notice how people were fighting about that, even within our family about who’s right way, if you go to Church on Sat vs Sunday, if you eat a certain meat, or you pray a certain way, and that always has impacted my life in a bigger way.” When did you know it was time to share your gifts? “Way back even when I was a child, I always connected to the Angels, and I didn’t feel comfortable even saying, certainly I would have never said that in my 20’s, only certain people knew that part of me, my Mom being one of them, but I had more fear around it, fear about how the world would receive talking about that” “I am 47 now, and I can look back and see that Jesus was actually teaching me to trust him, and what I mean by that is, I went into working a corporate job, I actually worked for 22 years but I would always mentor people on the side. What I really was passionate about, even in my role in that job, I was a manager, and one of my favorite things was being able to mentor other employees, and even other managers.” On Sisterhood Connections: “When I started sisterhood connections, I wasn’t keeping “him” (God) as the sole source in directing and guiding. Our passion sometimes can turn into our ego driving force. There were a lot of beautiful relationships and amazing things that were created in sisterhood connections. In the last year, I have been surrendering it all to Jesus. You know you have to let go of it if everything is hard.” “I heard God a year ago James, tell me to let go of Sisterhood, and then my business partner told me that she no longer wanted to do it. It wasn’t a bad thing, but it took a whole year and now, I’m ready, I’m scared and its painful, and now today, every day it gets better, there is more light, and all of these women came in and supporting me and were actually excited for what is in store for me.” A pivotal moment: “I went into the vault and there was this woman sitting there and I felt God when you build that relationship with God you just know those moment’s, and you are listening. I reached out to her and she had been quiet for a couple of weeks. I felt guided to say to her, I am here for you if you ever need anything, are you ok? I felt that she needed something bigger, and she burst into tears, and she shared with me that she was going to commit suicide that night, and it changed me James and on a cellular level, it rocked my world. I couldn’t let go of that for at least a month, like what just happened? I started coaching her outside of work, that is in the past and now she is healthy, and everything is going great for her.” Highest purpose: “That’s when you know you’re fully walking in alignment with your highest purpose. I started meeting clients in a coffee shop, I didn’t even have an office space. It was interesting because I didn’t go out and go looking, word of mouth just took over and then all of a sudden I realized I was scheduling people and meeting them in a coffee shop, I would charge them by the hour. I couldn’t wait to get off work so I could do that, thank God I have a beautiful husband who totally supported me, because my family and my friends thought I had gone off the rocker when I said I’m trading my high paying job, for an hourly coaching career.” Biggest Save: “I will share the story of this woman who was really hurting and had a lot of brokenness, she was even afraid of his name. She would get abused when she would do the wrong thing’s, spill something and you’re going to hell etc. I would use language that was more comforting to her, the universe, energy, etc, so that is my gift and I could bridge that gap. So I began to talk with her about that, and we built this really strong relationship and bond and after about a year, I began to talk about God a little more, and I told her I am not here to minister to you, but I just feel like I wanted to share this with you, and I would share things that helped me get my clarity with God, and you know to this day now, she promotes Jesus, she loves Jesus she is reborn again. There have been common themes where God brings people to me who have been hurt by religion.” Transformation TV: “You are feeling this pain and this disharmony because you’re trying to fit into a mold that God hasn’t created for you. I partnered with Transformation TV, and I had written a book just before which I should share titled 44 days returning the love. I know just the beginning to my next chapter in my life about helping people with relationships. Relationships starting with themselves and with God, because when you can align that, and be walking fully with who God created you to be, all other relationships thrive.” Organizational tools: Acuity, Google Calendar, Use the color codes! The Universal blessing from Jena~ You can follow Jena here: Website www.jenaharris.com Facebook empoweredbyje Instagram jenaharris_ Linkedin jena-harris Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. 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When did you create the Chad Hollister sound and who was it that got into your mind and soul to formulate who you are? Drums are my roots, so in 2nd grade, I convinced my teacher to let me bring in my drum kit so that I could play, so I played to Kiss’s Rock n Rollover, from then when I went to Middle school, and I did the same there. Favorite Artists: Stewart Copeland and the Police were my roots, as well as Paul Simon, and Bob Marley. Riley Odelia had a song, so Bodi needed a song, and he got one! “As a singer/songwriter I’m always working to just get better all the time, and to not be so preachy, and to bring about a positive message, right now more than ever in this world, we need music and we need positivity, because there is so much going on to deter us from that, but I feel that if we stay positive and continue to deliver that message through music I think the world can be better as utopic as that may sound, its a heartfelt dream of mine.” Taking the Family on the Road: “God bless my wife, Katie, in terms of highlights, we were blown away by Yellowstone National Park, sitting on a Volcano! We loved the Pacific Northwest and the real highlight was the Native Americans in our country and trying to understand what happened to them. There should be a native American history month in school every year, and it’s just not done. It was a real heartbreaking element seeing these reservations that are not flourishing.” On Production: “The entire record was produced by myself and Danny Bernini. Danny has done a lot of work with Ryan Montbleau, in the past, he had worked with Acoustic Junction. A really great guy and the thing that was great about Danny was that he was trying to bring out the best of Chad Hollister, and I think he did that, he was also the engineer on the project.” Sharing the Stage: “We got a chance to do the Bob Dylan Paul Simon opener, and Tom Petty as well. We were backstage hanging with the Brecker Brothers, and my hero Steve Gadd, who I had met two months prior on Martha’s Vineyard, he was hanging with Carly Simon, all of a sudden they were in front of me and we realized we were going to be on the same gig. All of a sudden Paul Simon walks out of the dressing room and just stands there, for a good 10 minutes (because we were all talking) I looked over and said “Hey Paul” and we just chatted for another 20 minutes and he complimented us on our sound check, so that was definitely a huge hi-light, and then Warren Haynes is one of the nicest guys and I got a chance to open for him, he invited me up on stage to play congas with him, he is such a gentleman.” On Breathe: From the “Stop the World” album, was included on the soundtrack for the movie 911. Pandora: “Back at the beginning of Pandora, they were anxious to have anyone as they were just getting started, and they needed content. The very first analyst was Bob Coons who was our guitarist at the time and then went on to play for the JGB (Jerry Garcia Band). Fast forward 18 years later, and Bob Coons is still an analyst to this day, and he got us into the catalog with my early records. We were touring in Oakland and Pandora has us up and the President is introducing us as one of their first bands with their very first analyst which is Bob and he is playing with me.” Stop the World: “I wrote this for my Mom, she is 86 years young, and I am the youngest of 5 kids, and she has 18 grandkids, of which my kids Riley and Body are 17 and 18. Whenever she is having one of those moments that she doesn’t want to forget, we grew up with the term “Oh Stop the World, I wanna get off” My brother and I would always make fun of her. Growing up and then having kids myself and also my brother and sisters having kids, we all started to have this stop the world moments myself, we play it every year at the Spruce Peak performing arts center in Stowe, this is our 6th year in a row? House Concerts: “It’s been huge in the folk world forever. The beautiful thing about a house concert is that you are in a much more comfortable setting, you just get to hang, the people get to know you , I take more time to explain where the songs come from, its just a beautiful connection to have with your fans, and the experience for the fans and the artist is just a million times better. Do 20 at 20 its a really simple marketing technique, 20 friends at $20 and it works.” You can follow Chad here: Website www.chadmusic.com Instagram @chadhollister Facebook @chadhollisterband Twitter @chadhollister   Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

We are delighted to be joined by singer, songwriter, poet, author, and voiceover artist Teresa Joy Haggerty. She is the author and creator of Tjoy creations. Today, she is going to share with us her story on how her journey began and how her experience has been ever since. You write books for children, how did this idea come about?  The idea to write this book came to me and not from me. I was about to go to bed one night when the idea to write the book came to me but since I was tired I decided to do it the next day. I woke up at 4:30 am the next morning and spent the next two days writing the book. Can you take us through your journey and how it all happened? Tjoycreations is what the combination of the book entails. I wrote the book then later illustrated it through paintings and collages and songs too. In the book, each character has their own way through which they interact with the main character.   How did everything that is the songs, the paintings, come to you? The song there is a path, for example, came to me a long time ago as I was wandering through the woods but it just fit into this book. Some of the other songs just came from the writing. As for the paintings, a bunch of different artwork started coming to me about 3 years ago but I hid them because I felt like they were too childish. However, as I was writing the book I realized that the paintings could actually be characters in the book.  Tell us the meaning behind the name Trees of Joy. I never really liked the name Teresa and always wondered what I could do with the name. I love trees and I have always felt like I really connect to them. So about 10 years ago I had a powerful experience that led me to change my name from “Teresa Joy” to “Trees of Joy” by combining the syllables from the name Teresa to “trees of” hence trees of joy.   You have been traveling for quite some time and you have been to many places, can you tell us about your experience and what you took away from that? I have been very fortunate to get the chance to travel. On this particular trip I had been traveling for about a year and for me, it was a journey of seeking. At the time I wasn't really in the best place as I was going through some personal things and so this was a deep time for me. However, I got to interact with different people and see new places and got to break out of my own boundaries and I really loved this experience.  As a coach, who do you feel like you would help out the most? I think I’m drawn to people who are in that change phase of their lives. Mostly people from the ages 16-36 since there are so many things that are coming at them. I enjoy having soulful conversations with people and I love creating an environment where people feel safe expressing themselves. I like having deep connections with people and helping them reconnect with their inner selves.  You come from a family that is tied to worship, how has this had an impact on you and how has it molded you? I’m definitely the person I am today because of my roots and I feel like that’s the most important thing parents can give to their children. My parents really guided us on regular basis and from this, we got a really deep sense of connection to God. And being “the creative” that I am this has really been helpful to me. Who are the audiences for your book? When I was writing the book at first, the editor suggested that we target the children from the 5th grade. This book has a lot of epic journey tales and so I feel like it’s not only for children who can use it as a learning tool but also for people who are in the struggle of life and challenges.    You can follow Teresa here: Website www.tjoycreations.com Instagram @tjoycreations Facebook @tjoycreations YouTube tjoycreations                                                                               Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

We are delighted to be joined by Raspin Stuwart. He is a singer/songwriter/song stylist who was the once the opening musical performer for author Maryanne Williamson. Named a music guru by his listeners, Raspin is known for his famous songs such as Smoke the Hookah and Rumblin and Tumblin. Today, he will share with us how he started his music, what he is currently working on career wise and how his musical journey has been. What was your starting point? I was given a guitar when I was about 14 years and the first song I learned was by Peter Paul and Mary called blowing in the wind. From then I just started writing songs and I have been doing so ever since. Can you tell us about your project, the great Los Angeles Cover-Up, and where you are now in your career? The Great Los Angeles Cover Up is a project about taking coats, blankets, and socks and giving it to homeless people and shelters. Our focus is mainly on homeless old people and children. I am currently focused on recording a particular record that I have been working on for 2 years and looking to complete some songs that will see to its completion.   When did you find your style and find who you're supposed to be and how has it been? It has been a journey that I am still on. It’s been about 6 years since I decided to really take music seriously. I had been working on some magazines for 32years and doing some projects. I’m grateful since my work has found appreciation and gratitude from people and I really appreciate that.   Where is your favorite place to record and how does your teamwork? I bounce around from different studios depending on where the musicians are since you want to make it easier for the musician. I am at all of them for different needs. Sometimes we will need a studio with a bigger room or for tracking bands. You will always want to work with people who you are comfortable with. What are your thoughts on social media? Having been on social media for only 2 years, I can say that it has really helped me. It has introduced me to many people more than any other platform. I get to share my music on Twitter and on Instagram with my followers. Who are your favorite artist, bands or singers who had an impact on you and influenced your music? The singers who really influenced me by their music were Simon and Garfunkel, Joni Mitchell, Carly Simon, Cat Stevens, and Boz Scaggs. What advice would you give to our audiences? My advice would be to be kind to people, passionate, understanding and love along the way.  You can follow Raspin here: Website www.raspin.com Twitter @raspinstuwart Facebook @RaspinMusic YouTube raspinstuwart                                                                              Soundcloud                                                  soundcloud.com/raspin Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

On today's show:   “I have always been very sensitive, and I have always had high inner demands for myself.”  “Being sensitive is not always easy, and you have to adapt yourself, to little yourself, and to be flexible in all situations.”  “Everything that you don’t express is stored in your body, we don’t know this, many people don’t know this.”  “I only slept 15 minutes per night, I woke up every night 02:47 the same exact time every night.” “It felt like a horror movie, every night I dreamt that I was murdered, and blood splattered and I was tortured every night, so every night I woke up my heart was pounding and I had this taste of metal in my mouth, and I was so terrified that I just didn’t know how to continue to live like this.”  “I left my daughter at home, she was like a couple of months old and I left her at home, and when I went on the tube, I was looking around, and I had this funny feeling that something was missing, and I didn’t know what, and then I realized that it was my daughter.”  “I just jumped off the next stop and I went all the way back having 1 million thoughts in my mind at the same time, where is she, has someone taken her, has she fallen down on the tube tracks and I then I went screaming all the way down to the station host and asked her to have you found a baby, and she said no, no babies here. I ran home and there i found my key in the door, I didn’t even realize that I had left my keys in and then when I opened the door, there she was just sitting there all dressed in her little car.”  “I went out walking in the forest and I am all by myself, and I got this really intense pressure on my chest, and I actually think I am going to die, and it’s so intense and it feels like its burning and exploding and shattering into a million pieces at the same time.”  “I slowly walked back to the cabin, and there in front of the fire many hours later, and for the first time in decades, my mind is completely still, I have no thoughts, no monkey mind, no nothing at all, and that night I am dreaming of a new kind of yoga, and for the first night in decades I didn’t dream that I was being slaughtered or murdered.”  “That morning I was in awe as to how silent it was, it was so still, and I had this feeling being still within me, not having anxiety or worrying or panic attacks. It was really still and peaceful and I hadn’t experience that in such a long time, so it was really a new and awkward, but a very welcome feeling.”  “I was always manipulating myself even in Yoga, so this link that ended up in my inbox, Yoga for depressed people, it was a totally different kind of Yoga, it was softer and not so much about asana’s and then I took the whole 2 and a half years of becoming a yoga therapist, and at the very end I met this woman who was introducing yoga for people with pain in body, mind, or spirits, and when I met her and did her yoga, it was like another dimension, it was like another ah-ha moment, and from there, I went on to her education, because for me I could feel it was like coming home, it was finally like coming home to whoever I was.”  “On Buddhist Meditation, we would be awoken at 4:30 AM and sit in silence till 9:00 in the evening, no talking, no looking into each other's eyes, no writing, no listening to music, no nothing, just complete silence.”  “I discovered that it wasn’t me who was sick, my soul was perfectly well but it was my behavior was messed up, I was like a drug user, my mental ability was really not working and I had the sensitivity of sounds and lights which made it really hard to live in the city.”     “Here in Sweden we are so much in the immature part of the feminine and the masculine, which also is one reason for all this stress and burnout, because we are not conscious, we are living in underdeveloped qualities.”  “Tantra just means path of expansion, so for me everything is Yoga, and Yoga means Union, for me its about unifying the whole of me and to be able to be the beauty and be the light, I also need to dance with the beast, I also need to face my darkness and acknowledge it and not just suppress or hide it.”  “It always starts with the breath, so when I am saying that I am  breathing, I’m actually saying that I am connecting with the spirit, we are so unconscious on how we are breathing, how we are sitting, how we are walking, how we are moving.”  “If I can help only one person in the world, it means that it is already working, this whole journey is all about back to basics, and to find happiness within, you can’t feel your empty whole, or your inner emptiness with outer things and the outer reality so everything that you have is already within, its just that we’ve forgotten it, and I can help you remember it.”  “I am just here to remind you that you are a Human being and not a human doer.”   You can follow Ullis here: Website www.plainyoga.se Instagram @plainyoga Facebook Ullis Karlsson Linkedin Ulrika Karlsson Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! 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On today's show: On Gigging:  Bootleggers Inn, “I play there twice a week, if your anywhere between 2nd avenue, or broadway, you can probably hear me out there, and then on Thursdays, we play upstairs, I take my bass player and drummer and we do a little 3 piece.” Nashville Uncovered: “We started doing something that anything we do downtown Nashville we call it “Nashville Uncovered” and that just means that I’m too old and too mean to be playing cover tunes.” “Its the first all original showdown on Broadway in a long, long, long, time.” “When they kick me out of everything else, and my voice gets even more raspy and raw, I’ll be sitting around on a corner playing blue’s music or something” “There’s an open door for me now, there really is, and I’m excited about it” J’s Influences: “I grew up on Bob Seger, Joe Cocker, Fogerty, and a lot of folks say they can hear that influence in my music, but, I’m just at a place in life that, I want to do what I do and play the original music that I have.” Church: “My Dad was the preacher and my Mom was the music, they both played, and they stuck me under a pew until I was old enough to get on the platform, so we went to Church buddy, we went to Church 6 or 7 days a week depending on where we were.” Marathon Man: “I do these 4 hour shifts down on Broadway with no break, and I still have yet to get through all of my music on any of these shows that I’m doing, and my deal is that I write the songs that I sing, so I don’t write something and then just throw it away. These are songs that I take into the bars and the concerts and I sing these songs, I work on them until they are ready” Vocal prowess: “If my voice does get scratchy, people say yes that’s the way we like it, once a year I have to take a minute, take a break, drink a lot of hot tea with honey and lemon, just to make sure we're not destroying something for sure, but we rip and run with it.” Production: “Mike Sprinkle and Drew Smith produced this album and had some of the best studio session players in Nashville playing on it, I was really excited about it, and its one of the best things that I’ve ever done.” On another cold shoulder on the B3 and piano is Jim Moose Brown, Jim went out on tour with Bob Seger” Adding one more: “Man if I was gonna add one more person, as much as I love my guitar players, that girl that’s singing backup on those songs is my oldest daughter, Cricket Davis, good gracious, she is just amazing, and if I don’t get a record deal out of this record, I hope she does” Collaboration: "Just spent a little time with Paul Nelson who was with Johnny Winter for many years played guitar for him, we want to sit down and collaborate and he liked some of my songs, he’s more of a rocker, and I pulled out some of the blues stuff that he wants to use on his next album.” Just made a great new friend in Mark Muleman Massey, I just spent 3 days with him at the Mississippi songwriters festival in Ocean Springs and man that was a lot of fun” You can follow J Edwards here: Website www.jedwardsmusic.net Instagram @JEdwards_Music Twitter @JEdwards_Music Facebook JEdwards_Music Youtube JEdwards_Music Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!      

*Spoiler alert: It starts with doing the inner work to uncover what you want, then builds the right relationships intentionally to support your vision, all the while creating the financial freedom you need to choose how you spend your time. On today's show: “Being an entrepreneur is actually one part environmental in choice, and one part nature, so its sort of a nature/nurture conversation, I was born to work as an entrepreneur even though I didn’t know that word growing up, and it wasn’t something that was being lauded as the course to take, but it was always in my DNA, it was in my essence I was starting little business’s from the screened porch of my parents house trying to sell things to their friends.” “I had to at some point choose to say, I’m going to work for myself, and that’s where you meet me today” “My first business is in credit card processing, with my twin brother we set up a company to set up the way in which a business takes a credit card from their customer in any way shape or form. The Robin Hood Effect: “Trying to do well for the small business while there are so many people trying to take advantage of them, and make their pockets fatter along the way, we asked ourselves how do we find our space in this very crowded marketplace, and then how do we continue to be the honest transparent people that we wanted to be in an environment that really was not championing that whatsoever that people had become successful based on being the opposite. Celebration Time: Taking time to celebrate the joy of completing a large project, have some fun! “What do you wish you could tell your 20, 30, or 40-year-old self? It is never I wish I worked more, it is always I wish I slowed down more, I wish I appreciated the journey more, I wish I had connected more with people, I wish I had appreciated what I had, instead of lamenting that which I didn’t. Chill time: How do you make time to chill with everything you have going on? I Chill a lot, and I think it is in part that I had to let go of a lot of things, I had to let go of the need to control and manage everything which earlier in my career I was so afraid to delegate I was so afraid to hand things off, because I had this story in my head that it’s never gonna be as good, if it’s not done by me. The second I got comfortable with handing things off and letting go of it. That really had a lot to do with it, because that also then as a by-product freed me up to choose where do I invest my energy more than when I had to wear every hat for every business. On Organizational skills: “It can be easy to neglect or not exercise the muscle of organization, I don’t think that you have to be perfect or great at everything to be successful in the way that you define it, time is really important, and scheduling it in a way that creates boundaries for you that are healthy and is also respectful to other peoples time is really important” On Mindset: The biggest Achilles heel I've ever had and had so, so, strongly (especially in the early years) was the mindset that I wasn’t good enough and couldn’t do this and everyone else was better, and who am I to try this in the first place” One of Darrah’s favorite thought leaders is Adam Grant. Check out Darrah’s Virtual Summit through her website! How do you define what success means for you?   You can follow Darrah here: Website www.darrah.co Instagram @darrahb Twitter @darrahb Don’t forget! Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

It’s Hurricane Season in the Northeastern part of the United States, and it was appropriate to roll out a song that did not make the cut for the “Gratitude” album, today we are featuring “Rollin on It” Lyrics Like a runaway train hauling stacks of steel, with a cranked up firebox and greasy wheels, screaming down the mountain on a 45, I don’t think I’m gettin out of this one alive but I’m rollin on it. Rollin on it, I’m rollin on, rollin like a wave on the ocean. Rollin on it, I’m rollin on it, just rollin on rollin like a wave of emotion.  Standing on the top of El Capitan, I got a 31-foot green and yellow wingspan, caught a thermal rise in the afternoon sun, with a peregrine falcon having so much fun. Chorus Rolling like the smoke from a runaway train, I’m rolling like the wind behind the driving rain, rolling like the heat from acetylene flame, I’m rolling with the power of a Hurricane. Irene, Katrina, Sandy, Hey Hugo, where did you go? Still, big problems in the South with more intense flooding of homes and its not even over yet! https://www.cbsnews.com/news/hurricane-florence-aftermath-record-flooding-expected-south-carolina-coast-georgetown-county-2018-09-25/ Please ask the Lord to bless those in need of relief from this horrible disruption of life and property! Mentioned: Darrah Brustein on episode DE182 Hurricanes Leslie and Kirk developing? Pick up my Free Yoga Ebook here! www.jameskevinoconnor.com, www.dharmicevolution.com, or on my FB page  Rollin with situations, and ending up in a Hurricane, Irene, Katrina, Sandy, Hey Hugo, where did you go?  Remix or rearrange the song to make it a keeper?  Stats for dHarmic Evolution around the world and being #1  Subscribe, Rate, & Review this show on iTunes.  Leave us comments about the show in dharmicevolution.com  Whisper a prayer to the Lord for help for the people suffering from the Hurricane, the Lord is Listening!   Follow James here: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see.

Born in San Antonio, Texas, Jeremy Parsons grew up soaking in the sounds of Texas music in the dancehalls of the Lone Star State. Jeremy was always a fan of music, but it wasn't until his later high school years that he discovered his knack for it. Driven by his passion, he taught himself to play the guitar and began to write and perform music. Over the past decade, Jeremy has played all over the U.S. and in Europe, including numerous venues in Texas. Pulling from the example of Texas performance artists, Jeremy loves to interact with his audience. He captivates the crowd with his genuine personality, unique humor, and heartfelt love of his occupation. Jeremy draws from his personal experiences to create songs that are keenly perceptive and meaningful. His current single, "Burn This House Down," paints a poignant picture of heartbreak and acceptance that still remains relatable. This song will stick with you long after your first listen. The song is currently in the IndieWorld Country Top 40. The video is nominated for a Monkey Bread Tree Film Festival award, an IMDB-sanctioned film festival. On today's show: “There is no formula to this career, you just have to keep sustaining and keep doing it.” “People ask me, where do you see yourself in 5 years, and I tell them, still playing music.” “I grew up listening to George Strait, Bob Wills, and Western Swing.” “I feel like there is a perfect space when I’m writing the song that I leave for the production of things.” “I have to give credit to my Producer Michael Flanders, “I have to give credit to my Producer Michael Flanders, PJ Shankel and 3 Hat Media.” You can follow Jeremy here: Website https://www.jeremyparsonsmusic.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jmpickinfool/ Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/jmparsonsmusic?lang=en Facebook https://m.facebook.com/jeremyparsonsmusic/ Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Ffn2rC10WkQ9AIHy9Odgq iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/things-i-need-to-say/1218995289 You can contact Jeremy here: Michael Stover/MTS Management Group michael@mtsmanagementgroup.com Don’t forget! Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

“Who do you think your fooling, I got a good look inside of your mystique, I’m a man who needs to know what's doing, hey, those big brown eyes, you keep them just out of reach” Artists mentioned on this show! Susan Muranty DE163 Genevieve Vitanzo DE181 Darrah Brustein Featured blog from Forbes magazine: https://twitter.com/DarrahB Darrah gave us 55 questions about how to get to know someone: We get into some of these in this show! Drill down Chorus: I’m gonna drill down baby, drill down deep, I wanna get to all the secrets you keep from me, drill down baby, drill down deep, I gonna be the first man who is able to reach you, now I’m able to reach you, Hey, how does it feel to have me steering your wheel, now I’m able to reach you, Hey, give me a chance I might have something to teach you! JKO quotes: “Isn’t it true, that we all are all able to teach each other something, if, we allow that process to unfold, don’t get so caught up in yourself and narcissistic and conceited to the fact that you have this down, you know it all and that nobody can teach you anything” “There is always someone and often someone much younger than you, or who don’t have as much experience and the reason they can teach you something is because your not wired, the same way as they are, in problem-solving, reactions, anything that comes somebody’s way, we all process differently, so there is a world of opportunity, in just opening your mind up to every single person you encounter” “Open up a conversation and you will learn something if you allow that process to unfold” “There is a smorgasbord of intellectual opportunity” Please include prayers for the people in the path of Hurricane Florence, ask the Lord Jesus to protect them with his love and kindness. Follow James here: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see.

She is a Vagabond, just back from South Africa, where she spent some time out in the bush. On today's show: “Elephants outside your front door, it made me stop, watch and listen.” “In our society where we are so used to using our eyes for everything, but when you are in the bush, because so many things are camouflaged, you have to start relying on your other senses, like your sense of smell or and your sense of hearing, and your eyes are used for tracking, like looking down in the sand to see what tracks are there, and how fresh they are.” “The first time I came back to the States after being in South Africa for 6 months I was completely overwhelmed by the onslaught of different sounds that I had previously brushed away as white noise, were all of sudden now extreme.” “I met some friends in Cape town that found out that I was a singer/songwriter and asked me to come into a studio and do some session work.” “If you give me something to work on that I am interested in, you will lose me, I’ll be gone for days at a time working on that one thing, I’ll be so heavily focused on it that I won’t eat or drink for like 3 days.” Imagine if Belle had a little more growl and was a piano-playing singer/songwriter who moved to the middle of the South African bush to work with wildlife and use her music to benefit conservation. Well, she's real. Meet Genevieve. Now back in the US, she's hitting stages and gracing soundtracks again with her timeless tunes and stellar voice. Balancing sweet and sexy, smart and sassy, Genevieve is an all-around entertainer, a charismatic and unique talent who has been wowing audiences as a singer/songwriter since first taking the stage at 6 years old. She began in music much like other musicians begin – music chose her. As a baby, she would literally wake up singing, her family tracked her down by following her voice. At age six, she taught herself to play the piano, and before reaching her teenage years, she had also mastered the clarinet, recorder, and drums. She had an amazing ability to remember music – particularly from films – and would sit at the piano for hours, alternating between recreating what she’d heard and created her own soundtracks. Always a gifted writer, she didn't take very long to begin putting words to the music. By 8th grade, she'd even co-written a musical. She's performed all over the country and overseas, singing the National Anthem at major league baseball games, Christmas carols at the White House, and original songs at venerated venues such as the Kennedy Center. Her music has been featured on TV shows, movies, commercials, and video games, and she's lent her voice to commercials, cartoons, children's songs, and other artists' CDs. She even sang a Zulu lullaby for a Pampers commercial. Currently, she is working on a soundtrack for a children's book she wrote. Occasionally, she finds time to sleep. Featured tracks: - Fragile - Back of My Hand - Giddy up Cowboy - The Sum of All Things You can follow Genevieve here: http://www.genevieve-music.com/ https://www.facebook.com/genevievemusicpage/ https://www.instagram.com/jvwordandimage/ https://www.instagram.com/buzzfromthebush/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Lz6rxrPdQZ2qrDF2Gy6UC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSbpmpJ9jtpzdWEZjTf6LLw https://soundcloud.com/user-984670604 Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Why does a Favorite Song become a Favorite Song? why does it stay in your brain forever? Why does it bring you back in time instantly to that Season? that smell? that first love? Our brain is amazing! Why do we get happy when we hear that song? there is more going on in the brain chemically than we realize! “Music must change, music will always change, as it is often a reflection of what is going on socially.” “If your lucky enough to have kids, they can help keep you the cutting edge.” “ No matter how many songs we create, there is always room for another good song.” “Being the host of dHarmic Evolution, I am lucky enough to hear Indie Artists before they become Grammy stars.”   Follow James here: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see. Thank you to Mark Joseph Stern for his blog Why do we love the music we heard as teenagers?    

In this show James gets Heavy, but first, it's a MAC upgrade, using the Migration assistant over wireless, a brand new computer was installed at the James O’Connor Agency headquarters! Moving all the programs and files over to the new computer via wireless, things went very well. James had considered changing out the drive, however researching the complexities and the noise with the new fan, it seemed like a good idea to just go for a brand new 1 Terabyte Retina, iMac 27” James uses multiple backup systems offsite, Backblaze, Dropbox, Google Drive, and iCloud. He also uses a 1 TB Seagate attached to the time machine for quick restores. (You could say he likes layers of safety!) When you create constant content 7 days a week, you need to be confident that you have fail-safes everywhere! All Media content is on an outboard Seagate 1TB drive, that also gets backed up on the remote offsite backup services. The story of Baphomet and the unveiling of this evil demonic statue at the Arkansas Capitol Building. We discuss the reaction and the Evil ones and have a response to these Satanic cults and dark worship in this episode. We are not including links on this horror show but you and find this information easily enough on Google. The band “Mercy” was co-founded by Bishop Christine Mercy Johnson and James Kevin O’Connor and the debut is all about the very last days of Jesus. Christine was a victim of the pandemic flu attack in Great Britain in 1989, she was pronounced dead her family was making funeral arrangements while she was in the presence of the Lord at the Gates of Heaven, he told her “I am sending you back, it is not your time yet, you have work to do on my behalf”. We discuss more the process of how this album got created. The band: Buddy Hyatt on piano and keys, Jim Hyatt on bass, James Mitchell on electric guitars, Shawn Fichter on drums, Glenn Duncan on Violin, Dobro, Acoustic guitar and other instruments as well! Kim Copeland Producer and “Kelly James (Schoenfeld) dHarmic Evolution podcast this morning hit a #1 in Germany, Sweden, and Singapore! Thank you all for your support! Go to the dHarmic Evolution Facebook Community page, if you are an artist you can post your content on there, a new song, album, video, or if you would just like. To support another artist on the site, please do so, or just stop by and say hello! dHarmic Evolution Community store.cdbaby.com/cd/mercy123 www.mercyworldwideministries.com www.4ocean.com www.craftbeer.com www.kimcopelandproductions.com Follow James here: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see.

 Growing up in Colombia, becoming a British Citizen, Now living in Pembrook Florida in the good old USA, an Author, Counselor, Creative, a mother of 3 all born in different countries, and a woman who puts God first in her life before all else, the way it should be. You can find out more about Dary at https://www.international-face.com Luz Dary Griffiths and get the whole story on the book, her life, how she supports the challenges that women around the world face on a day to day basis, whether it be trapped with substance abuse, physical or emotional abuse, or just in the wrong relationship, she brings a guiding light for those looking for a change. You can find it all in the show notes on the dHarmic Evolution website or in iTunes. If you have not taken advantage of the dHarmic Evolution Facebook Community page, please do so, if you have a new song, a new video, if you are playing a gig, or just released your new book, you can go over there and post your content so people can see what is happening in your career, or if you want to drop in a comment about a fellow artist and show them some support, please do so! For all those who have stopped by to subscribe, rate and review the show in iTunes, Thank you, it means a lot to the continual forward motion of this show. We have been in the #1 podcast in iTunes all this week for Music shows in the USA, and we have recently scored #1s in Germany, Japan, Singapore, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom as well. This all thanks to you musicians, authors, speakers, thought leaders and music lovers! On today's show: "I started writing this book when I was 17 years old in Colombia" "I kept writing music and poems, and in 2012 I went to Africa for 3 months and had time to finish the story" "I also decided to write it in two Languages, in Spanish, and in English" "Some of the books is about me, but it is also about everything I have seen during my love and I have seen it all" "I have a lot of experience and I have seen it all, I have so many good and bad ones that I have seen in my life" "My Mother was a good Christian and always loved God, but when your a teenager, you want to do it your way, but later on in life, if we don't have hope and faith and don't believe in God, we will never be, he made us, I believe he is there, and he is the God of the Universe, I truly truly love him and I keep teaching my children that he is there" You can follow Luz here: https://web.facebook.com/luz.d.griffiths https://www.instagram.com/luz.griffiths/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0hXwX20Fyg&feature=youtu.be Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Find out about the Fabulous Virginia Tech University and Alumni Professor Scott Geller who is starting his 50th year at Virginia Tech with the Hokies! Bishop Christine Mercy Johnson (she is Princess Diana’s cousin) and James writing the song with Scott, and how God is the #1 Songwriting instructor in our lives, how it works, how does the Lord teach James about songwriting? The band got back together! Jim Hyatt, Shawn Fichter, James Mitchell, Buddy Hyatt, Glen Duncan, Kim Copeland producer, and Kelly Schoenfeld Engineer, and very special guest appearance with Rachel “Ray Williams” on vocals, and of course James and Christine on Executive production, songwriting, and James on Vocals. “Here to Share and Care” makes it on the Gratitude album. Thanking everyone for supporting the Dharmic Evolution, making us the #1 Music Podcast in iTunes multiple times in Singapore, Japan, the UK, Germany, Australia, Canada, and the US. Creating the song, the process, the conversations, the methods, and how to make it all happen! “I AM VICTORIOUS” the album that you must hear! Unique, unusual, and amazing music like you have never heard before. Check out the interview with James and Scott on the James O’Connor Agency youtube channel. James Mitchell’s guitar playing, on at least 35 of James’ songs, his “one take” wonders that he brings to the table for every session that he plays on! A good song can be made great by having great players! Buddy Hyatt with an orchestra in his back pocket and how he puts the icing on the cake! The Actively Caring People brand, what it is, what it does, and how it impacts all who benefit from this, Scott’s body of work is all based on psychology and he is very passionate about educating all who wish to learn about this fabulous movement. Shining Hope on Humanity! 4Ocean, another brand that is doing amazing things for the planet, they are removing the plastics from the Ocean, they are turning fisherman who used to catch fish into the fisherman who now removes plastics from our once beautiful oceans! Follow James here: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube Subscribe rate & review the Dharmic Evolution podcast! Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see.

Laura Cheadle teaching us how to “Chill”, her new album reveals the beautiful heart that beats beneath the groove in her soul~ Laura Cheadle a selfless and giving young woman, she is as beautiful on the inside and she is on the outside. A passionately driven singer-songwriter who is fiercely dedicated to her artistry and never shies away from any opportunity to dive deeper into her craft simply for the sake of doing it, because that’s what she was born to do. Join me in this celebration of Laura’s brand new release “Chill” so let’s dive in together and witness a real artists rendition of what living life on your own terms is all about. Let's pick it up from Laura just finishing a 10 mile run at the Gym…….no wonder she can hold those notes forever! Who is Laura Cheadle? If you’re longing for some real music that you can feel in your heart, lyrics that speak to your soul, and a live performance with the power to blow the roof off the sky, you can stop right here. If you’re tired of all the staged choreography, blinding light shows, capes, costumes, lip-synching and auto-tunes that seems to have taken over live performances, you have found a place to rest, refresh, and renew. Welcome to the world of Laura Cheadle. Along with her Family Band, she has opened for some of the biggest names in the business and won numerous awards, including “Best Indie Jazz/Blues Band” at WXPN sponsored Tri- State Indie Music Awards. She has performed on stages from NYC to London, appeared on 6ABC’s “Tuned In” as the very first viewer’s choice, the “NBC 10″ Show, and the National reality show “Next Great Family Band.” Laura was recently featured in Curve Magazine, named one of “100 Women We Love” in Go Magazine, and declared a “Super Woman” in South Jersey Magazine for her active Charity Work. Never one to measure herself according to the trends of the times or the female singer “flavor of the month,” Laura has carved out her own lane since she began performing as a child, and she has done it the old-fashioned way, on pure talent. Gifted with a voice powerful enough to shake rafters, and tender enough to navigate the entire range of the emotional scale, Laura Cheadle is a singer commanding more than just a listen or a look. Her albums, like her concerts, are an experience. Inseparable from the truth of the songs she writes, the raw emotion that tears out of her reach deep into your heart with the kind of performance we now only see in films like “Woodstock.” With a vocal style that is a mesmerizing blend of soulful blues and timeless rock with both feet planted firmly in the funk, she brings her own unique interpretation to every song she sings, regardless of the genre she takes on. Whether it’s a concert of her own material, a sophisticated cabaret show, or a monster blues jam at the close of a festival, what you see and hear is what you’ll always. You can follow Laura here: www.lauracheadle.com www.facebook.com/lauracheadlemusic www.twitter.com/lauracheadle www.youtube.com/lauracheadle.com www.instragram.com/lauracheadlemusic Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Gender Genocide You girls gossip, like we drink Vodka, now we're both talking trash about each other's past, now you're alright, and were all wrong, I hear the DJ playing, that favorite breakup song..... I can clearly see what we’ve come to be, what made us decide, to generate those ties, it’s a heartless exercise, and it’s tearing me inside, it’s just DNA colliding its Gender Genocide So you got a divorce and it was all his fault of course, and me I’m spitting anger unloading on a stranger, you're on your 13th cosmo, and I’m dancing with Jack Daniels, it’s a never-ending learning journey, I’m not equipped to handle. We used to be a perfect painting etched in colored glass, but we went crashing to the pavement, and we were shattered, then scattered, a trillion tiny shiny memories reflected through the glass, shattered then scattered, as the southern wind came whipping through our tortured torrid past..... Why is divorce still so rampant among the countries of the world, some more than others. What country has the highest divorce rate in the world, and why? I just might have the answer in this episode! It’s Trevor’s birthday today (July 25th) Trevor Kevin O’Connor you can check him out on DE63. The divorce rate in the US is 53%, however, Spain, Portugal, Luxembourg, the Czech Republic, Belgium, and Hungary are worse off with divorce rates exceeding 60% but get this, Chile has a 3% divorce rate, I may be moving to Chile today! But the nutcracker of all nuts, “Maldives” the highest divorce rate in the world, the average local 30-year-old has already been married and divorced 3 times! and is ready for the 4th?? what?? Ironically its also a favorite destination for newlyweds looking for romance on their honeymoon! Check out more interesting relationship stories in this one, there are some funny moments in here! www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! For coaching help, reach out the james@thejamesoconnoragency.com Join the Dharmic Evolution Community Facebook page! You can post your content on there for the whole world to see.

  Rakale Hannah is a Singer/Songwriter, Life Coach, and Motivational Speaker and is preparing to release her debut Album, Other Side Of Blue. I'd like to discuss the journey of getting to the other side of blue. I also want to discuss the message behind Ho'ponopono, and #timesup.   On this episode: - As I continued to do the work to heal my own life, people began to come to me for insight themselves and it was like my journey of self-discovery, was turning into an opportunity for me to be able to support other people, and doing what they love as well. - I am so happy now to have slowed down the wills of a few things in my life so that I can focus on my first love which is music, I am excited to be here today to talk with you, someone who is so passionate about music!”  - All of “you” can be in your life, I am a person who is passionate about personal development but I am also a singer and I get to be both of those things, in my album, my passion for personal development is there, as well as my love for R&B, soulful, sexy music. - I have the capacity to hold space for the deeper work, but I like to be in forwarding motion, and that’s what I believe a life coach is” - On Growing up: “I was at Church every Sunday, Wednesday, most Friday’s, some Saturdays, and I was only allowed to listen to Gospel music as a child.”   Rakale Hannah songs: - Other Side of Blue - Times Up - Ho’ponopono - Makin Music   You can follow Rakale here:   www.rakalehannah.com facebook instagram twitter Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Todays featured song and subject on the Storyteller Series “I Wanna Be Loved” What is about Love that drives us, tortures us, makes us indescribably high, and then makes us crash into the rocks on the lowest of low’s? Let’s find out in this compelling episode that investigates the passion, the pain, the exhilaration and the fact that we all need it, and almost cannot exist without it, why is it what it is? Listen to James discuss can object of Love, sharing some points from the following resources: - Pragito Dove from the blog on the huff post “Why Can Love Be So Painful? - 6 Ways to Heal and Move On - www.discovermeditation.com - Chara Rodriguera “Chara.tv” - Deepak Chopra “The Path to Love” - J. Krishnamurti “On Love and Loneliness” - James Kevin O’Connor “I Wanna Be Loved” - www.jameskevinoconnor.com - www.dharmicevolution.com  Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! Follow James on: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube

Ride on, track #9 from the "Geography of The Soul"album is our featured song on this broadcast today. dHarmic Evolution is now#1 in iTunes podcast in the USA music category, and in the top 5, in Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Discussing Women's birthdays, why do they celebrate for a whole week? The Egyptians started this, followed by the Greeks........ Should we celebrate our birthday's? What does God want us to do? Ride On, and why I don't send my songs to other artists........ Christine Mercy Johnson's Ordination today!   Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! Follow James on: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram youtube   Notable shows to listen to!   DE 170 Chara Rodriguera DE 169 Joy Villa DE 168 Professor Scott Geller Virgina Tech University DE167 Linda Gambino | Gamble on Gambino

We are all Connected! The leading song that started off the “Gratitude” Album. Its a real-life story of the stock market, the Mob, Chapter 11 in Whippany NJ, Witness Protection, Congress and finally Nashville! A BIG SCREEN MOVIE that was written, but was not created yet, but I wrote the song, I’m still waiting for you guys! The Actors who had agreed to star in the film “Connected” were Shia LaBeouf, John Tobin, Sean Penn, James Caan, Mila Kunis, Aaron Tveit, and Eddie Marsan.   Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here! Follow James on: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram Or just hit #3 on iTunes this week!   Notable shows to listen to!   DE 22 Brian Foraker  DE 170 Chara Rodriguera DE 169 Joy Villa DE 168 Professor Scott Geller Virgina Tech University        

Chara is a Wife and Mother, the Creator of Sol Path Yoga and The Optimal and Dream Life Programs, inspirational Author, Actress and Sol Whisperer and, “Self As Art-ist” for awakening Avatars. Since 1995, Chara has been a student a teacher of Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness and Inspired Living. She specializes in sharing empowering messages and practices that support the process of illumination, transformation and celebration. Known for her intuitive, poetic and loving style, Chara’s intention is to inspire people all over the world to live their own kind of magic. She has just released a brand new book of Sacred Poems and Self Images entitled BREATHE which is now available on Amazon. It explores awakening to your creative power, seeing yourself as sacred, and reflecting on life, love, and the Divine. To complement her new book, Chara created an amazing guided meditation called Breathe...and let the magic begin! this will change your life! It’s available for free on the home page of her website at www.Chara.tv.   On this episode:  - When that first conscious breath that I invited into my body and my heart came in, it was like a ray of light came into my being. - I thought wow, now I have permission to do a photo shoot the way I want to do a photo shoot, I have permission! - Breathe is the most vulnerable thing I have ever done, which is very exciting but a bit frightening. - Even in the darkest times, there is a possibility of transforming that darkness into something of value.   You can check out her website and YouTube channel. Also, check out her Instagram and Twitter on Chara_inspire and Facebook on chara.tv   Her number one goal is to support you to “LIVE YOUR MAGIC”     

JOY THE PERFORMER "PLAYFUL, VIBRANT, SPIRITUAL AND BOLD, JOY VILLA IS A TRUE ENTERTAINER." Joy Villa is a recording artist whose EP "I Make the Static" rocketed to the #1 spot on both iTunes and Amazon following her 2017 Grammys' appearance, beating out Beyoncé, Adele, and Lady Gaga, and landed her a #1 Album in Alternative, #1 in Rock, and a #12 spot on Billboards Top 200 Albums. Joy’s a true entertainer who tours 25 countries a year and has wowed the world with her red-carpet style (Entertainment Weekly, E!, Billboard, NY Daily News, Los Angeles Times, to name a few). Joy is a natural music and theater performer, discovering her knack for the stage at the age of 5 in her first theater musical. Joy loves writing songs and has collaborated on numerous projects around the world with an array of international producers and artists. Joy blends alternative rock, soul and pop into finely crafted tunes that aim to motivate and inspire.  She treats her fans known as #JoyTribe to "The Joy Villa Experience.”   On this episode: - Dangerous is my middle name - The dress is gorgeous with Trump on the Rump - I wanted to show my support for the President - It is the most incredible thrilling moment of my life and professional career” - I faced a lot of backlashes, death threats, how dare you, string her up, someone should kill her, stop inviting her, hunt her down etc, but there was way more love than hate - One of the producers at the Grammys stopped me and asked is this a joke? Are you just being ironic? I responded nope, I voted 100% for Trump. - Sometimes your strength can be found in being vulnerable”   Joy's new album “Home Sweet Home” is now available at JoyVilla.com or on Amazon, Itunes, and all major retailers! You can find Joy in New York, LA, Washington, or below at any of these links! grammy.com youtube.com joyvilla.com twitter.com facebook.com   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

 Today we’re joined by an Alumni Professor Scott Geller, we at The James O'Connor Agency wrote a song for Scott's brand AC4.4P  titled "Here to Share and Care" you will hear the song in this episode! Scott Geller is a behavioral psychologist, and currently an Alumni Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Virginia Tech and Director of the Center for Applied Behavior Systems. Stemming work in behavior-based safety, he is a founder of the idea of "Actively Caring". As shown by his GoogleScholar, he is a significant figure in his field, having over 20 papers each with over 100 citations. Check out Scott’s story, on this episode of dHarmic Evolution! On this episode: -  I Love psychology, my mission in life has been to teach psychology so as to make a difference in the World. - I am convinced that if more people learned about Human dynamics, we could make this world a better place. - This Actively Caring for Movement is founded on science. - Behavior doesn't happen in a vacuum. Scott Geller's Ted talk with over 6 million views: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sxpKhIbr0E Also, check out: https://jameskevinoconnor.hearnow.com/ http://ac4p.org/   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re joined by a Roma, Italy’s Linda Gambino! Linda Gambino has been around the world in more ways than one! A political science degree not being enough, Linda then got one from the esteemed Berkley College of Music in Boston! Inspired by the likes of Amy Winehouse, her brilliance clearly knows no bounds.  Check out Linda’s story, along with the world premiere of her new single, “Freedom,” on this episode of dHarmic Evolution! On this episode: - From political science major to world pop star! - The TRUTH about EDM! - The relatable story behind the track, “Why Did I Lie”  Linda Gambino songs featured: - Freedom - Why Did I Lie - Revolution Website   Facebook   Instagram   YouTube   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

   Please check out the dharmic Evolution Facebook Community Page, we welcome you to post a new album, new song, new video, or if you have a gig and want to promote it, let us know what you are doing and where!  I can help you with Podcast training, Life Transition, or Media coaching, if you need help in any of these area’s please reach out to me and will help you! Email me today…james@thejamesoconnoragency.com  Check out the new brand new full-length album “Gratitude” that was released early this year and it’s my third full-length album in 4 years. You can find the album here.  The subject of today’s show is all about “More Than A Reason” You can hear the song here.      “To love again, you need more than a reason, you need it signed and sealed in blood”  Kim Copeland is a fabulous Producer, Singer/songwriter, trained vocalist, an amazing friend, and mentor.  “I dial in a lot of different voices for my songs, I try to take the temperature and the pulse of the personality of the song, and you have to have the right effect, you have to have the right approach, the attitude, and am I showing up like Barry Manilow today?, or am I showing up like Joe Cocker?”  I released “Geography of The Soul” in 2014 and that connected me to my current family of musicians that were hand-picked by Kim to support that album, and also my next two albums.  Christine Mercy Johnson and I co-wrote the album “I AM VICTORIOUS” in 2016 under the newly formed Christian Rock Band “Mercy”  I also started the Podcast in 2015 and later on added video to make the show a podcast and TV show that we distribute on different release dates.   Notable talents on this song: Paul Hollowell on Piano Jim Hyatt on Bass Wayne Killius on Drums James Mitchell on Guitars Kelly James Schoenfeld

Jenny Vinatieri is a singer-songwriter from Colorado Springs, Colorado gaining traction in the local community and recognition her ability to write across various genres. Jenny is currently partnering with KMG Boulder to write and produce her second project due to be released in 2018. This will be a compilation of songs blending Adult Contemporary, Pop, EDM, Club and Country Cross-Over tracks with fresh lyrics styled after some of her earlier influences (Alannis, Gwen, Shania, and Sheryl) and newer influences (SIA, Chainsmokers, Taylor, and Katy). In the meantime her last collaboration of songs which is currently in circulation be found on SoundCloud and ReverbNation. Jenny has been a semi-finalist in both the International/Unsigned Only and USA Songwriting Competitions and was Grand Prize Winner of the 2016 Divine Tracks contest, quoting "Jenny is a multi-talented artist and singer-songwriter. Her entry "Rainbow" was extremely well received by our production team and we are excited to learn more about her background and creative process". She also received high rankings for several of her songs through ReverbNation and was awarded a featured artist spot on their homepage November 2016 - January 2017. Since then she has been featured on various radio stations across the globe and continues to grow a fan base. Jenny and KMG are in process of opening a studio/school in Colorado Springs where she plans to train and produce local talent while building a music library in which Licensing Companies/Record Labels can partner with her as a trusted resource for songs and content. On this episode: “I am getting ready to make a trip soon to visit France and Spain.” “On Family: Half of my Family is in Spain, I was born in Italy, but my Dads family is from Yankton South Dakota.” “Even today I get so emotional when I go to a Concert, sometimes I'm in tears.” “Music is just kind of a Universal Language.” Jenny songs featured: - Any Less - Rainbow - Have a Nice Day Website   Facebook   Instagram   Twitter   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

In order to fire your imagination, you gotta have dreams. I really wanted to do High Adventure things as a kid. In Parochial school, Sister Robert Marie, "James, don't be a daydreamer, you are looking out the window, don't be a daydreamer." Our Founding Fathers were dreamers, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams, they attributed the philosophy contained within the Declaration of Independence to their dreams. Good dreaming contributes to our phycological well being, by supporting health memory, warding off depression and expanding our ordinary limited consciousness, into broader spiritual realms. On Glenn Duncan in the studio, on Dreamer: "What is that? it sounds like a Pete Townshend thing"! All artists: "Don't forget to post your content on the dHarmic Evolution Community Page" Check out Sydney's Susan Muranty's show from down under on DE163!  If your not a dreamer, become one, dreams are really the Lifeblood of creativity. Check out Cynthia Brando's show from LA and her brand "Music Emerging" on DE161! If you need coaching in Podcasting, Life Transition, or Media coaching, reach out to me at james@thejamesoconnoragency.com I can help you! "Dream on Dreamers"! Follow James on: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com facebook twitter instagram Visit the store and check out the Gratitude album here!

Following Stephen Hawking's death a couple of weeks ago - Susan released a remixed, remastered version of her song, Stephen Hawking Wants You To, with a brand new lead vocal and a lyric video. Lyrics have been a past Top 10 Finalist in the Australian Songwriting Association (ASA) Songwriting Contest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48fn_jeyE5M Susan’s first experience of making a lyric video and she absolutely loved it. Stephen Hawking Wants You To is a prelude to an album to be released later in the year. This is the first single from the album. Susan has won the Lyrics Category UK Songwriting Contest twice - in 2012 and 2013 - and was a finalist in 2014, 2015, 2016. Has gained finalist and semi-finalist positions in many other songwriting contests in recent years including The Great American Song Contest, The Australian Songwriting Association (ASA) Songwriting Contest, the International Songwriting Contest (ISC) and The Songs Alive Songwriting Contest here in Sydney. Susan’s song, I Can’t Unlove You, was a semi-finalist in this year’s ISC Songwriting Contest Lyrics Category and a finalist in the Ballad Category of the latest UK Songwriting Contest. Dharmic Evolution audience is also getting a special sneak peek of I Can't Unlove You - Susan’s duet with Ritchie Neville from the UK boy band group Five - which will also be on the forthcoming album. Susan is an award-winning sculptor and painter who has been commissioned to create bronze portraits of famous Australians such as painter Nora Heysen who was the first woman to win Sydney’s infamous Archibald Prize. You can find her artwork on her website and she will offer a 10% discount to anyone who quotes the dHarmic Evolution name, says “James O` Connor is amazing” lol or claims they have watched this podcast. She will also offer the same discount to anyone who signs up to her new one-on-one lyric-coaching courses, conducted over Skype. In recent years, Susan has been a lyric teacher in the Creative Arts faculty of C3 Christian College in Oxford Falls Sydney and Artist-in-residence at the John Berne High School in Lewisham Sydney. She lives in the beautiful harbor city where she raised her son, Jack, who is now 18 and taking a gap year before embarking on a full-time university degree in 2019. She has about a billion nieces and nephews and loves each one of them dearly. On this episode: “Stephen Hawking’s whole life encompassed massive idea’s, and my massive idea in this song that involved him was talking about how science, love, and Art can all be combined into one thing.” “Stewart Epps Mixed the song and took it to that Beautiful Level” “I like my love songs to have another dimension to them” Susan songs featured: - Stephen Hawking Wants You To - I Can't Unlove You (Duet) - My Heart Beats Like A Bird's Wing - Amen Amen Website: www.susanmuranty.com   Facebook: susan.muranty   Facebook Page susanmurantyartist   Instagram: @susanmuranty   Twitter: @susanmuranty   SoundCloud: susanmuranty Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

I remember when I started the dHarmic Evolution, I started all wrong, that's how I do almost everything, I just do it! Not advisable, you make too many mistakes that way, the good news is you "get it out there" I started by interviewing everybody and anybody, you should start with a very tight niche, then expand later. I did the opposite, I live in opposite day almost every day. What was intriguing to me, was the fact that my audience eventually told me what the show was supposed to be about, I was feeling grateful. So it is with Gratitude, what is it? why an album title? what does it do for you, me, anyone? Let's rewind for a moment, I put out an album in 2014 titled "Geography of the Soul" immediately after releasing that project I had started writing the next record that was ultimately going to be called Gratitude, I can't remember exactly why but most of it came together very quickly, I was about 70% finished writing the record when I did a complete stop! It felt too self-serving, I was not feeling grateful enough! Two years and 161 shows later and now in 71 countries, we are still finding new audiences to put our fabulous roster of Indie artists in front of to learn about their music. You should really check them out, every single one is on the dHarmic Evolution website and you can check out their blog, their show, their songs and show notes all on the site www.dharmicevolution.com  now I was really feeling grateful. While the Gratitude album was on hold, and during the inception of "Mercy" and the Agency (JOCA) I had one of my vetting and songwriting sessions with Christine and asked the Lord if I could finish the "Gratitude" album (I don't like anything left incomplete) he said through Christine (she hears his voice very clearly) "no, not this year, you won't have time, you can, however, put out a few singles". Ok, that was good enough for me. I was grateful. Then as if the ball was dropping in Times Square on New Year's Eve, I get a call out of the blue last fall, it was Christine, "James the Lord gave me your album cover this morning" I said of course "What!! &*%$@0>??" She then described in perfect detail what he wanted to on the cover of the "Gratitude" album, "he wants your hands holding the dove" a few more trips back to Nashville to record, mix, and master, and behold "Gratitude" was born and released on January 15th, 2018. I am really, really, Grateful!!  You can download a copy here today!    https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/jameskevinoconnor7 follow James on Websites: www.jameskevinoconnor.com www.thejamesoconnoragency.com www.dharmicevolution.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jameskevinoconnor/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jameskevinoconn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameskevinoconn/?hl=sr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGqbuLm9jzWZcmLBYQsQyzw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3E3HZvANMtM

So glad to have you all back on the dHarmic Evolution podcast with your host, James Kevin O’Connor. We are in sunny LA California today with charismatic and enchanting Cynthia Brando. She embraces all things spiritual, her aura is enriching and enlightening, in addition to being an essay writer, she has a book coming out, a new album, and is the author and creator of Music Emerging, an organization so selflessly dedicated to the aspirations of other artists, creators, and musicians. Plug in your podcast and let's spend some quality time with Cynthia Brando!  On this episode: - Performing as a solo, duo, and the love of street performing - “In the Here and the Now” - Influences, Patsy Cline, Sam Cooke, Amy Winehouse - Creator and Author of “Music Emerging” and Affirmations for the working Musician - The new album coming in June “The Treehouse sessions”   Cynthia songs featured: -Across The Water -Butterfly -In the Here and the Now -Sparkle Website: https://www.cynthiabrando.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cynthiabrandomusicusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiabrando/music Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBrandoMusic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/cynthiabrando   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re in Aruba with the amazing Esha! Esha is a bit modern pop, a bit world, and a whole lot of awesome! Her amazing voice carries catchy lyrics and melodies that sit on top of gotta-dance beats. Add to that the inspiring messages of her songs, and you’ve got something special! Hear about Esha’s journey through her personal challenges, hating the piano, and major festivals, on this episode of dHarmic Evolution! On this episode: -Esha hated the piano. Now she loves it! -From Aruba to Nashville… -Meeting legendary recording artist Seal! -Some of the challenges Esha faced along the way to success. Esha songs featured: -I Don’t Need You -Mistakes -Dangerous -Yesterday -I’m Not Loving You Website: http://www.eshaofficial.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eshamusic   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eshamusic   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/eshamusic     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re in Atlanta, Georgia with duo The Ormewoods!   The Ormewoods are an Indie Folk duo with smooth Americana flair. Harmonious vocals, memorable hooks, and great production bring their songs to life- blending different genres seamlessly. The Ormewoods share stories of love, roots, progress, and of course, music, on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -Everyone loves a good origin story and The Ormewoods have one! -Making records in a bedroom studio! -A look into Atlanta Intown Songwriters! -The gift of making music for yourself.   The Ormewood songs featured: -Melt Again -Nowhere To Go -Take Cover -Hey Babe   Website: www.theormewoods.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theormewoods   Twitter: https://twitter.com/theormewoods   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ormewoods   SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-460240378   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGsyf3xzTHCweDbfcJs8RIA   ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/theormewoods   iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-bedroom-sessions/id1159399882     Don’t forget!   Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on all our social media platforms Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re in California with Faith Ziegler!   You want a modern take on pop? Here it is in the form of Faith Ziegler, with big bouncy synths accompanied by modern production and her passionate vocals. This girl’s got an edge that can cut through a brick wall!   Faith’s laser focus is bringing her on an amazing journey, and you can hear all about it on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -Disney and Music -How losing everything lead to something better. -What Faith does when she’s not Disneying or making music! -Some of Faith’s inspirations!   Faith Ziegler songs featured: -Boomerang -Do What I Do -Magic     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faithzieglermusic   Twitter: https://twitter.com/faithzmusic   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithtrustpixiedust13/    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/FaithZieglerMusic     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on all our social media platforms Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re in Nashville with the amazing Ray Williams!   Pick a genre. Ray Williams can probably sing in it. This versatile young woman has done Country, Motown, Soul, and plenty more. Her voice soars in every style, and she’s got the tunes to match, with catchy melodies and memorable hooks.   Hear all about what it takes to be a “musical chameleon” from Rachel “Ray” Williams on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -Are musical chameleons made or born? -The merits of exploring various musical genres! -Moving from country to Motown! -A look into Ray’s unique style!   Ray Williams songs featured: -All This Love -I’m Only Here Cuz I’m Lonely -Once -Sing Me Home   Website: http://www.rachelwilliamsonline.com   Facebook: www.facebook.com/rachelwilliamsonline   Twitter: www.twitter.com/iamraywilliams   Instagram: www.instagram.com/rayray_dubbz   YouTube: www.youtube.com/raywilliamsmusic   Bandcamp: www.rachelwilliams.bandcamp.com   ReverbNation: www.reverbnation.com/rachelwilliams     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on DharmicEvolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.TheJamesOConnorAgency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re in Kalamazoo, Michigan, hanging out with Willamena's very own, Lucas Ross!   Lucas is the vocalist for the Michigan band Willamena, a band whose songs have a pop rock, modern edge and are accompanied by strong vocals and thoughtful lyrics.    Lucas Ross tells us about life in Willamena, from their origins to the deep meanings behind their tunes, on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -Just a couple of friends from high school getting together making tunes… -The value of a good rewrite. -Why we need a little more love and positivity in the world! -Life in the studio with Willamena!   Willamena songs featured: -Close Your Eyes -The Other Side of Loneliness -Falling Through The Sky -Way Back When   Website: http://www.willamena.net   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/willamenaband   Twitter: https://twitter.com/Willamenaband   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkOABIT4xfgtDtO37oWB3kw?view_as=subscriber   Bandcamp: https://willamena.bandcamp.com/     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re hanging with an Australian in Canada - Joanne Janzen!   Whether it’s upbeat songs like “Everybody Knows Better,” or the ballad, “I Got You,” Joanne Janzen sports powerful, soaring vocals that command your attention. Her infectious personality and insight are engaging and make you want to listen to more!   Check out what got Joanne where she is today on today’s episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -How a tour led an Australian to live in Canada! -The benefit of playing with other talented musicians! -The amazing story of Up With The People, and how it led Joanne to music! -The art of being “authentically you”   Joanne Janzen songs featured: -Everybody knows better -I Got You -We’re Ready -You Take Me Home   Website: http://www.joannejanzen.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joanne.janzen.music   Twitter: https://twitter.com/jojanzen   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.janzen.music/     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

  Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re visiting Portland, Oregon and hanging out with Laryssa Birdseye!   Laryssa isn’t just a “folk singer that accidentally writes pop music”, she’s also an honest soul with legitimate talent. Her vocals demand your attention as they perfectly play against well produced folk-pop tracks. Add that to great and relatable lyrics and you get something special!   Hear all about Laryssa’s journey on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -From poetry to music… -A look into the inspiration for “Done For!”  -How the Oregon scene compares to New York and Los Angeles! -The “Bad Relationship = Good music” Phenomenon!   Lars Birdseye songs featured: -Done For -Haunt -Impact -Let Me Down   Website: http://www.laryssabirdseye.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laryssabirdseyemusic/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/labirdseye?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laryssabirdseye/ Bandcamp: https://laryssabirdseye.bandcamp.com/album/so-what   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes and Soundcloud Please sign up on http://www.dharmicevolution.com/guest-invite/ for artist opportunities. Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media. Also, check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re in Florida hanging out with Diamond Dixie!   Diamond Dixie is a country duo, consisting of sisters Gabriela and Bianca DeLuc. They’re not afraid to explore new avenues to creating their songs. They take turns writing, as well as recruiting other musicians to write with too! Their country sound is clean and fresh, with melodies and lyrics that will have you singing along for days!   Check out Diamond Dixie’s music and hear all about their journey on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -How Diamond Dixie got their name and grew their brand! -How collaborating with a pop rock artist gave the track “Take Two” its sound! -Diamond Dixie enjoys a musical challenge on stage. -The crazy story of a live show at a fish camp…   Diamond Dixie songs featured: -Take Two -Live And Let Go -Reckless -Diamonds In This Town   Website: http://diamonddixie.com   Facebook: www.facebook.com/diamonddixiellc   Twitter: www.twitter.com/diamonddixiellc   Instagram: www.instagram.com/diamonddixiellc   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/WatchDiamondDixe/videos   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we visit with Texas’ own, Amy Goloby!   Amy’s got that silky smooth acoustic guitar, warm vocals, and melodies that won’t quit. Her folky, faith filled Americana tunes are ones you won’t soon forget! She tells us how she got from three chords to here, including some lovely stories along the way.   Check out Amy’s rockin’ tunes and hear all about her journey on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -From three chords to hundreds of songs! -How Amy found herself facing her stage fright! -Amy’s Nashville connection! -How Amy approaches her projects.   Amy Goloby songs featured: -Love Back To You -Petty Stuff -The Weight -Wait My Dear -Wild   Website: http://amygoloby.com   Twitter: www.twitter.com/amygoloby   Facebook: www.facebook.com/amygoloby   Instagram: www.instagram.com/amygoloby   Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/amygoloby   ReverbNation: www.reverbnation.com/amygoloby   YouTube: www.youtube.com/amygoloby     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s show we’re with London based artist Sofia B!   Sofia, who joins us from New York today, shows impressive determination, and it’s paying off. Her tunes come from a real place with real instruments, and the result is… well, real good! Sofia B has been supported among many LGBT platforms, and it’s clear why: her positivity and focus is something to behold.   Hear about Sofia’s bluesy, country tinged, harmonious music, as well as her amazing story on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -Treating yourself well during the writing process. -A horrible breakup = A wonderful song! -The amazing production process and the process of production! -A peek at London’s incredible live music scene   Sofia B songs featured: -Ice Cold Love -Silver Linings -Soldiers -Let It Go   Website: http://www.sofiabmusic.com   Twitter: www.twitter.com/officialsofiab   Facebook: www.facebook.com/sofiamusicpage   Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialsofiab     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!    

  Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s show we’re catching up with Chase Walker!   The Chase Walker Band has been touring, so we’re fortunate to snag Chase long enough to catch up! The influences here are palpable; blues, rock, R&B and they’re tied up into a deliciously produced package to give us songs like “Red House” and “Done Loving.”   Chase teaches us what it takes to sit down and craft your own sound. And you can hear Chase’s own sound, right here on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -An update on The Chase Walker Band tour! -Keeping it simple and traditional with the rig! -A sweet tribute to the late Gregg Allman. -What it takes to take your point of view, and make it heard in music!   Chase Walker songs featured: -Done Loving -Red House -The Allman Brothers Band - Don’t Keep Me Wonderin’ (tribute cover) -New State Of Mind   Website: https://www.chasewalkerband.com/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/chaserwalker   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chasewalkerband   Instagram: http://instagram.com/chasewalkerband   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/chasewalkerbandofficial   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Fn9PiWweDIc6xdz5LXkqB   Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Quite-Legal-Explicit-Chase-Walker/dp/B01DUA0HD6 http://199.116.164.51/chase-walker-band     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

  Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s show we’re hanging with the one, the only, Ayla Brown!   Ayla is a multi-talented woman, with interests spanning from music to basketball! Ayla’s songs are upbeat, honest-style country songs. Her vivid lyrics give her songs wings, and her musical abilities make them soar to amazing heights. And that’s not all there is to Ayla - she’s also got her own business, has gone overseas to perform for the troops, and much much more!   Hear the music of Ayla Brown, the woman of 1000 interests, right here on dHarmic Evolution!    On this episode: -Ayla’s musical roots, and a detour on the court! -How Ayla went from Record Label to Recording Artist! -Ayla touring for the troops! -How honest, raw emotions become honest, raw songs.   Ayla Brown songs featured: -Let Love In -Mr. Right -Matches and Gasoline -Take Your Name   Website Twitter Facebook Instagram YouTube     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!      

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s show we’re in England chatting with the legendary Stuart Epps!   Stuart Epps has worked with major acts like Elton John, Oasis, Led Zeppelin, Oasis, and many more, and he’s here to share tunes from some of his projects (including one he mixed the night before this interview!)   Stuart is a true legend among legends. His attention to detail and passion for his craft can be attributed to his humble beginnings, and his knowledge and stories must be heard - which guess what, they can be, on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -“Everyone’s got to start somewhere!” Stuart’s humble beginnings. -Why the guitar will never die! -The magic of sharing music on the internet. -An amazing story about recording Elton John you have to hear to believe!   Stuart Epps songs featured: -Erin Bloomer - Right Love Wrong Time -Ant Campo - Automoania -Juliet Epps - Bring It On Home -Paul Rogers - Alibi   Website: http://www.stuartepps.co.uk/     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!    

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s show we’re hanging up north in New Brunswick, with Robbie Tucker!   Robbie Tucker hails all the way from Canada and with him he’s bringing catchy tunes with hooks and melodies that you’ll be humming for days. Robbie is dedicated to the improving of his craft, as he explores with us in our interview.    Robbie is a dedicated person with great insight on the song crafting process. He opens up about his medical condition, as well as his wicked good songwriting condition, on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -How Dad’s guitar led to a love of music! -The value of stepping back and looking at your work from another perspective. -When to put the pen down and let the work speak for itself! -The art of making a cool music video!   Robbie Tucker songs featured: -I Dig That Feeling -I Dream Of Magic -No Colours Are The Same -Such Good Friends   Website: http://www.robbietucker.com   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/44MJib1sIiMbMz1oeV2Ppd   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robbietuckermusic/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbietuckermusic/     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s show we’re joined by Georgia’s Alex Cabrera!   Alex Cabrera is a multi-instrumentalist with skills in guitar, vocals, and piano, with the band Bridge To Grace. There are driving beats, thick guitars, and rich harmonies abound in tracks like “’Til The World Ends.” Their high energy performances have garnered attention since 2012, and their hard rock roots show in every track.   Hear the great stories of Alex Cabrera his life in Bridge To Grace on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -The story of how Bridge To Grace came to be! -Working with the amazing Rick Beato! -The re-genesis of rock in the south! -How a song goes from being a note on a phone to a track in the studio!   Alex Cabrera songs featured: -’Til The World Ends -City Of Angels -Weapon -Everything   Website: http://bridgetogracemusic.com   Twitter: twitter.com/bridge2grace   Facebook: facebook.com/bridgetograce   Instagram: instagram.com/bridgetograce     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s show we’re hanging out in Romania with Royal Unknown Artist, also known as R.U.A!   R.U.A. is an independent singer and songwriter out of Romania, but her music and message are accessible worldwide! Her catchy dance beats match her energetic vocals and big choruses, and they’ll make you wanna move.   Hear R.U.A.’s amazing heartfelt mission and bombastic beats on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -“A place called home…” -The meaning behind the name “Royal Unknown Artist” -The importance of staying connected with fans! -A peek into R.U.A.’s legal background!   R.U.A. songs featured: -I Am In Love -Love Is All -Studio Track -Money Man   Website: http://www.royalunknownartist.com/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/rua_royal   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/royalunknownartist/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rua_royal_unknown_artist/   ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/rua_royal_unknown_artist       Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!      

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s show we’re hanging out with New Jersey’s April Kelly!   April brings her upbeat attitude with stories and songs like “I’m Coming Home!” Catchy tunes that’ll make you groove, meaningful lyrics that’ll make you move… April is all about taking it all in and giving it all back, whether it be in her community, or in the studio!   Check out April’s high energy music and high energy interview on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -April Kelly finds happiness in giving back to her community. -Why April focuses on singing more than playing instruments. -The importance of sitting and listening! -What’s on the horizon for April Kelly!   April Kelly songs featured: -I’m Coming Home -Look Out -Play in the Sun -So Unforgettable   Website: http://www.aprilkellymusic.com   Twitter: https://twitter.com/aprilkellymusic   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/april.kelly.906 https://www.facebook.com/aprilkellymusic/ https://www.facebook.com/Band-of-Gold-Music-120283458539/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aprilkellymusic/?hl=en       Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s show we’re hanging out with Houston’s own, the one and only, Justin Gambino!   Justin is a veteran of the United States Navy, but he couldn’t stay away from the music, baby! He’s come a long way from two chords, and is a full fledged singer/songwriter with a wonderful voice, passionate lyrics, and moving and sweetly toned acoustic guitars.   Hear stories of Justin’s music and military service on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -Justin’s military experience and the start of his music career. -Caves and waves! -The rush of house concerts! -We hear about the passion behind Justin’s vocals.   Justin Gambino songs featured: -For You My Heart -If I Seek & Find -Where I Belong -Your Hands & Feet    Website: http://www.justingambino.com   Twitter: www.twitter.com/JGambinoSS, www.snapchat.com/add/justin_gambino   Facebook: www.facebook.com/JustinGambinoSS, www.instagram.com/justingambinomusic   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8XUZMIs7b-Ko8f8WQn12zw       Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!    

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. We’re back in Canada today with the talented Shay Esposito!   Shay Esposito started her musical journey at age 2, released her first album at age 16, and is about to release her sophomore album at 19! Her beat driven music, honest lyrics, and powerful vocals result in songs you aren’t soon to forget. When Shay isn’t making music, she’s giving talks about mental health, and writing novels.   Hear Shay’s earworm tunes, the story of her journey, and her mental health advocacy, on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -A look into Shay’s work in raising mental health awareness. -Shay’s metal roots! -Shay’s songwriting process, and a look at her career to date! -A look into Shay’s work with mental health advocacy.   Shay Esposito songs featured: -How Does It Feel -Sunday -Let Me Down -Too Young   Website: http://www.shayesposito.com   Twitter: www.twitter.com/shay_esposito   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shayesposito.music   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shay_espo/       Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Let’s go to Missouri, USA, to hang out with Kimberly Faith!   Kimberly Faith’s journey is one to behold. It’s taken her from teepees to practicing law to writing books and, of course, all the way to creating music! Her powerful candid stories are matched by her powerful singing and songwriting; a little rock n roll, a little country and a little honesty: all the makings of killer tracks!   Check out the wild story of Kimberly Faith on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -The hippie years! -The lawyer years! -The moving story behind the track “Love Begins.” -The early years and inspiration behind Kimberly’s musical journey!   Kimberly Faith songs featured: -Best Friend -Love Begins -Walk On -Whom Have   Website: www.gofaithstrong.com www.kflowe.com   ReverbNation: www.reverbnation.com/kimberlyfaith   Facebook: www.facebook.com/gofaithstrong www.facebook.com/kimberlyfaithmusic www.facebook.com/KimberlyFLoweAttorneyAtLaw   Instagram: www.instagram.com/GoFaithstrong   Twitter: www.twitter.com/GoFaithstrong   LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/kimberlylowe   Spotify: www.spotify.com/KimberlyFaith       Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re back in Australia with Lisa Crouch!   Lisa Crouch is a born performer; she’s not only an amazing singer and songwriter, she’s also a comedian! But no joke, her music’s the real deal… her honest and powerful voice is accompanied by intense and dramatic arrangements, and the melodies and messages won’t be ones you soon forget.   Hear all about Lisa’s beginnings, her inspirations, and of course her music, on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -How humble beginnings led to the powerful music of Lisa Crouch! -A look into Lisa’s experience at the Newcastle Conservatorium! -The honest and moving story behind the track “Do It While You Can.” -Performing on cruises and the fun things that happen when you do!   Lisa Crouch songs featured: -Just a Call Away -Do It While You Can -Paint It Black -Celebrate My Love   Website: http://www.lisacrouch.com.au   ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/lisacrouch   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisacrouchdiva   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisacrouchdiva       Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!    

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we are checking out the multi-talented Kim Krenik!   Kim Krenik has taken her music across the world, all the way from rickety bridges in Thailand to Mickey Mouse’s doorstep! Kim’s natural flare for indie-pop has a sing-along quality that leaves harmonies ringing in your ears for days. Her inspiring journey teaches us how to be brave and believe in ourself to accomplish our dreams.    Check out Kim’s music and the journey it took her on during this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -Slaying scorpions in Thailand! -Why it’s important to find the right producer for your work! -How facing her fears inspired Kim to write ‘Invincible!’ -A peek into Kim’s many creative endeavors!   Kim Krenik songs featured: -Fire Lily -Invincible -Warrior Pose -King of Deception   Website: http://www.kimkrenik.com https://www.lastaugust.com/   ReverbNation: https://www.reverbnation.com/kimkrenik   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimkrenikmusic/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/kimkrenik   Books: https://www.kimkrenikbooks.com/   SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kim-krenik   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kimkrenik       Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!      

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we are hanging out with Radio Drive’s Kevin Gullickson!   Kevin Gullickson, and his Alt-Pop Rock band Radio Drive, have been heard on radio stations all around the world - and on today’s episode, we hear the story of how it all came together! Kevin has a flare for using melody to connect with his audience, resulting in an authentic alternative indie-pop sound.   Hear about all the places Kevin’s been, including the days of his band, and working with legendary producers on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -Working with a legendary producer Stuart Epps! -The many hats of the independent artist. -The powerful message of the song “Humanity.” -The importance of protecting yourself in the music business!   Kevin Gullickson songs featured: -Footsteps -Humanity -A Taste of Heaven     Website: http://www.radio-drive.com   ReverbNation: http://www.reverbnation.com/radiodrive   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/radiodrive   Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/radiodrivemusic     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On this episode of dHarmic Evolution, we’re hanging with Idaho native Naomi Pslam!   Naomi Psalm has a contemporary indie-pop sound, and she’s keeping her pick hand’s fingers dipped into many genres, to tell us her story! Her beautiful voice and catchy melodies are sure to grab your attention and get you moving!   Hear about Naomi’s journey from a bright eyed teenager to a studio pro, on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -Starting an indie-pop career at age 19! -Gigging in Idaho! -Naomi lays down the story of her appearance on a hip-hop record! -The importance of volunteer work.   Naomi Psalm songs featured: -Already Hit Send -Losin’ It -Now You See Me -Shelf Life   ReverbNation Facebook Twitter Instagram   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we head back to Manhattan, New York, to hang out with Toronto native and accomplished songwriter Clara Lofaro! Clara is all about giving it everything she’s got, while being everything she truly is! An accomplished artist with credits as far as the eye can see, Clara brings us total honesty, an embracing of her art, and a celebration of her craft. Her modern sound, coupled with her soulful vocals, make for an intense musical experience that shouldn’t be missed. Hear Clara’s story (and maybe even a live performance?) on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -Putting your ego behind you and focusing on the music! -Where the spirit of music comes from. -The value of embracing a producer’s influence! -The making of the music video for the song “Push!”   Clara Lofaro songs featured: -Meant To Be -Other Side -Push -I Wanted It All (Redux)   Website: http://www.claralofaro.com   Facebook: www.facebook.com/ClaraLofaroMusic   YouTube: www.youtube.com/ClaraLofaroMusic   Instagram: www.instagram.com/ClaraLofaro     Don’t forget!   Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes    Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities   Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media,   Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode we are hanging out with the amazing Yuval Ron!   Yuval is a man of many talents, and making music is only the beginning of the list of this man’s skills. Yuval got his start composing movie scores, but has since focused spreading his message of peace and harmony to the whole world. His music is as wildly accessible as the message behind it, and he’s doing everything he can to get the word out.   You can’t miss Yuval’s message on this inspiring episode of dHarmic Evolution!     On this episode: -How the Yuval Ron Ensemble spreads the word of harmony through music. -The inspiring story behind the song, “Erev!” -A quick lesson in a few world instruments, including the saz! -An important and inspiring message about peace.   Yuval Ron songs featured: -Erev -Ya Rab   Website: http://yuvalronmusic.com/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Yuval.Ron.Ensemble   Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/follow?screen_name=YuvalRon   Google Plus: https://plus.google.com/109781894303942466832/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/yuvalronmusic   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yuvalronmusic/     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!  

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On this episode of dHarmic Evolution we are hanging out with Harmony Drive, all the way from Oslo, Norway!   Today we are joined by Andre and Lars of Harmony Drive. Harmony Drive deploy layers warm acoustic guitars, rich vocal harmonies, and earworm melodies that you can’t ignore! And would you believe they are a bunch of metalheads? This band defies expectations and lives up to the hype to boot!   Harmony Drive show us a good time on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -The birth of Harmony Drive! -Something being wrong led to something being right... -The story of the production of Harmony Drive! -The heartbreaking but honorable story of “Last Song.”   Harmony Drive songs featured: -Something’s Wrong -Remember -See You -Last Song   ReverbNation Facebook YouTube   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media, Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today on dHarmic Evolution we are head down under and hang out with country singer/songwriter, Lloyd Clarke! Lloyd might be Australian but that doesn’t mean he can’t sing country music! A TSA Award winner in 2016, Lloyd is a natural story teller with a gift for melody. Whether he’s backed by his guitar or grand piano, Lloyd’s music reaches across the Pacific ocean while hitting all of those sweet country notes.  Get deep inside Lloyd’s process on today’s episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -How an Aussie discovered and fell in love with country music! -What to do in Australia when you’re not laying down tracks!  -In the studio with Lloyd and his producer! -The amazing true story behind Lloyd’s song, “Threading The Eye of The Needle!”   Lloyd Clarke songs featured: -Daisy Chains -February Sky -High Country Hideaway -Threading The Eye of The Needle   ReverbNation              https://www.reverbnation.com/lloydclarke Facebook:                   https://www.facebook.com/lloydclarkemusic Instagram:                   https://www.instagram.com/lloydclarkemusic Twitter:                        https://twitter.com/Llwyd59   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today on dHarmic Evolution we are checking in with Texas’ own Jon Pattie!   Jon Pattie, who lives a double life studying for his chemical engineering degree, is stopping by with a good look at his history, his writing style, and the story of his recording sessions - a great glimpse into the process of a soulful singer/songwriter!   Check out Jon’s inspiring and heartfelt story on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -Playing shows everywhere from bars on 6th Street to SXSW! -From a note on the phone, to recording in the studio… -The amazing therapy that comes from making music. -Jon’s electric aspirations!   Jon Pattie songs featured: -Home -Pieces -Stranded in the Ocean -Tied Up in the Sheets   Website: https://www.jonpattiemusic.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonpattiemusic   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonjpattie   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JonJPattie   Soundcloud: https://www.soundcloud.com/jonpattie   Bandcamp: https:/jonpattiemusic.bandcamp.com   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/jonpattiemusic     Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. All the way from Denver, Colorado, we’re joined by the amazing Marisa Nikole! When we think of Marisa Nikole, we think of unbridled honesty. The gritty, real, truth is what Marisa is all about. Her songs tell true stories of love and pain and all that in between. A natural guitarist, her raw honesty translates into solid musicianship that compliments her amazing vocals. Marisa shares her musical journey, the good and the bad, with us on this awesome episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -Talking about the Durango Songwriter’s Festival! -The catharsis that comes with songwriting. -Love and abuse lead to inspiration… -Relationships… blessings and a curse!   Marisa Nikole songs featured: -Always -Come Around -Telescope -I Loved Him All Along   Website:          http://www.marisanikole.com Facebook:       www.facebook.com/marisanikole.music Instagram:       www.instagram.com/marisanikolemusic Twitter:            www.twitter.com/marisa_nikole Soundcloud:    www.soundcloud.com/marisanikole Spotify: https://play.spotify.com/artist/1PEM5vchYSUSrHetS5m3zw?play=true&utm_source=open.spotify.com&utm_medium=open   Independent Music Awards: http://fans.independentmusicawards.com/artists/marisa-nikole   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. We’re back in Nashville for today’s episode, this time visiting with Mary Jennings! Music runs in Mary’s family, and all that exposure to the art has paid off! A talented and accomplished artist, Mary Jennings is a bright minded soul with a classic twist on a modern sound. Her music is a reflection of her inner-self, and tells honest and clever stories. Mary is everything from a musician to a jeweler to a new mom, and now she can add today’s episode of dHarmic Evolution to her long list of accomplishments!   On this episode: -Mary’s musical family! -A thousand and one jobs… but music is always there! -The story of the amazing video for her song “Home.” -How Mary found her “musical soul mate!”   Mary Jennings songs featured: -Catch 22 -Home -Love You Best -Metamorphosis    Website:          http://www.maryjennings.com Facebook:       www.facebook.com/maryjenningsmusic Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/jenningsmusic/ iTunes:            https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/mary-jennings/id521359594?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Twitter:            www.twitter.com/jenningsmusic YouTube:        www.youtube.com/jenningsfemtastic   “Home” music video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVK2FcBtnLA   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we are saying hello to New York City’s own David Goddess! David Goddess and his group, David Goddess Group, with their screaming guitars and wailing horns, produce tunes that make you wanna get up and groove! David shares his story and approach to music with us, and one thing is clear: passion is key. This is unsurprising considering his songs sweat passion out of every single note! David is all about putting everything he’s got into his songs, and it pays off. He’s a real rock ’n roller, and he’s here to tell us all about it on today’s episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -A look at David’s humble musical beginning! -The benefits of recording with a full band. -The importance of giving it all in every performance! -What it takes to write a passionate rock song!   David Goddess Group songs featured: -Blown Away -Lucky Guy -One Man’s Passion -Beautiful World   Website:                 www.davidgoddessgroup.com Facebook:             https://www.facebook.com/Dave-Goddess-Group-150645201642763   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we check up on Houston, Texas singer/song-writer DeDe Wedekind!  DeDe isn’t your typical ol’ American girl - she’s an award winning one! She most recently won the 2016 International Music and Entertainment Association Awards’ “Adult Contemporary Album of the Year.” She chalks it up to having the right producer - we don’t disagree, but we also think it has something to do with her raw talent! DeDe checked an item off of her bucket list this year when she played at President Trump’s inauguration. And we checked off on of ours when we got her on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -Playing an inauguration? Check! -Awards awards awards… -What it was like to play at the inauguration! -DeDe’s unsung heroes!   DeDe Wedekind songs featured: -Dream of You -Leaning on Heaven -Stronger -My Unsung Hero   Follow Dede Wekind: Website:          http://www.DeDeWedekind.com Facebook:       http://www.Facebook.com/DeDeWedekind Youtube:          http://www.youtube.com/1DWedekind Soundcloud:    http://www.soundcloud.com/DeDeWedekind reverbNation:  http://www.Reverbnation.com/DeDeWedekind Twitter:            http://twitter.com/DeDeWMusic Blogspot:         http://www.dedewedekind.blogspot.com   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re visiting Seattle, Washington’s own Scott Roddan! Scott is a guitar player turned singer-songwriter who bares his soul on every track. His country and folks roots show in each song, shining a light on raw honesty. Scott tells us all about the production of his new record “Music House” on today’s dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -How heartbreak led Scott to a breakthrough in songwriting! -How Scott made the choice to go from covers to writing original tunes! -The importance of connecting with the audience. -A lesson in promoting yourself on social media!   Scott Roddan songs featured: -Bitter Pill -Cross to Bear -Crossroad Dues -Reconciliation   Website:          http://www.RoddanMusic.com Facebook:       www.facebook.com/RoddanMusic Twitter:            http://www.twitter.com/RoddanMusic  Instagram:       www.instagram.com/roddanmusic Youtube:          https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcsL3IvWSBNP4k-qdf4m4MQ Spotify:            https://open.spotify.com/album/0UBMvxORlvn9mpLAFapdNY  reverbNation:  www.reverbnation.com/rpk/roddan Soundcloud:    www.soundcloud.com/ScottRoddan   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re joined by Atlanta’s own Trish Standley! Trish is here to spread her message of love and bear her soul! Her gospel roots underline classically produced tracks with a modern flare; her efforts have been recognized: She was awarded CD of the Year in 2013, and in 2016 Trish was nominated for 2016 Female Artist of the Year by The Steeple Awards and The Blue Mic Awards! When Trish isn’t singing and recording, she’s hosting “Style with Trysh” and designing clothing lines! Hear all about the multi-talented Trish Standley on this episode of dHarmic Evolution! On this episode: -We explore Trish’s gospel roots! -How Trish’s husband inspired her to write one of her most soulful songs! -Trish lost her voice… which led her to finding it! -Trish tells us about who influenced her music from the very beginning.   Trish Standley songs featured: -Again I Worship         -Go -Nobody But Me -Why   Website http://www.trishstandley.com   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re joined by New Jersey’s own Matt O’Ree!   Matt O’Ree is a cool dude with some cool stories. He’s mastered playing blues guitar and is passing along his knowledge to students, and even a bit to us! Matt shows us why he IS the champ, sharing his experiences with gear, guts, and glory. His riffs are epic, his voice soars, and not many people can say they sang alongside The Boss himself, Bruce Springsteen!   A winner of a Guitar Center contest involving 4,000 guitarists, Matt proves he’s the real deal with his rockin’ and rollin’ tunes on this awesome episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -Matt shares the amazing events that led him to work with Bruce Springsteen! -Matt tells us about teaching guitar… and the amazing clients he’s had! -Future goals abound for Matt and his band! -The writing process of a guitar master!   Matt O’Ree songs featured: -Black Boots (feat. Bruce Springsteen) -My Everything Is You -Life -It’s Gonna Be Alright   Matt O’Ree songs featured: -Black Boots -My Everything Is You -Life -It’s Gonna Be Alright   Follow Matt O’Ree Website:          http://www.mattoree.com Facebook:       www.facebook.com/MattOReeBand Twitter:            www.twitter.com/MattOreeBand Instagram:       www.instagram.com/mattoreeband YouTube:        www.youtube.com/user/MOBontv   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re joined by blues master, Diana Rein! Diana found the blues… or did it find her? Diana keeps it cool on the yoga mat, but when she’s got her red Stratocaster in her hands, look out! Her Chicago style blues is the real deal - which makes sense, because our conversation with Diana reveals that so is she! Diana’s award winning blues stylings are definitely worth checking out, as is this rockin’ interview dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -How Diana found her voice in the blues! -A Cinderella story? How Tom Keifer got Diana into playing guitar! -What it takes to become a blues master! -Diana discusses her goals for 2017 and beyond.   Diana Rein songs featured: -Long Road -Livin’ Loud -The Real Thing -Come Back Home   Follow Diana Rein Website           www.dianarein.com Facebook:       www.facebook.com/dianareinmusic Twitter:            www.twitter.com/dianarein Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/dianarein YouTube:        www.youtube.com/dstar/781   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re joined by Maryland’s own, Zelda Dashiell! Zelda Dashiell is well traveled, and the cultures she’s visited have clearly inspired her music! Dance inspires her, and moving heals her. Zelda shares her music with us as a means to share a story and mend our souls. Zelda has a fierce passion, and has decided to use her medium of choice to change the world. Hear her message on this episode of dHarmic Evolution! On this episode: -How Zelda’s travels around the world impacted her music! -The story of Zelda’s nephew’s fight against cancer. -Current events inspire Zelda and you better believe she has something to say about them! -What freedom means to Zelda Dashiell!   Zelda Dashiell songs featured: -Cancer -Cease the Fire -I’m Free -World Peace   Follow Zelda Dashiell ReverbNation:             https://www.reverbnation.com/zeldadashiell   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re joined by a country artist in Sweden, Hicks! Hicks joins us from Stockholm, Sweden, along with his classic country rock sound that’s his and his alone! Hicks learned English by listening to country artists in his early days, and you would SWEAR he is from the American mid-west by listening to his music. But in fact, Hicks’ parents are Swedish and so is he. Listen to this episode of dHarmic Evolution to find out how country music found it’s way to Sweden!   On this episode: -Country music? From Sweden? You better believe it! -Hicks’ influences, which range from Johnny Cash to Van Halen! -Hicks shares his philosophy on what it takes to be an artist in the modern era. -Hicks takes us through his musical history and how he came to be a seasoned pro.   Hicks songs featured: -Mama’s Kitchen -Watch The Sun Go Down -The Steps -Stomp a Little Louder   Follow Hicks: Website:          http://www.hickscountry.com Facebook:       www.facebook.com/hickscountry Twitter:            http://www.twitter.com/hickscountry   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re joined from Wichita, Kansas, by the talented and songwriter, JJ McGuigan! JJ is personable and honest, sharing his life experiences and how they influence his music and lyrics. JJ takes his personal struggles and shares them with us in honest messages, accompanied by rhythms and melodies that put their hooks right into your heart and don’t let go. Having dealt with mental health issues himself, JJ has taken it upon himself to be a mental health advocate. He speaks openly about his experiences on this special episode of dHarmic Evolution.   On this episode: -How being a finalist on VH1’s Save The Music informed JJ’s view of the music business! -How JJ’s internal struggles gave him a voice for music. -JJ’s studio life! -What it’s like to make music in Austin!   JJ McGuigan songs featured: -Forces -Letter -Desperate Eyes -Home   Follow JJ McGuigan Website:          http://www.jjmcguiganmusic.com Facebook:       http://www.facebook.com/jjshredder15 Twitter:            http://www.twitter.com/jjmcguiganmusic   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On this episode, we are joined by the accomplished and surprisingly young Mikalyn Hay! Mikalyn might be a freshman in high school, but she brings the tenacity of a seasoned pro. She’s a consummate professional, taking to the studio like she’s been doing it for forty years. Her musical family gave her the gifts, and she took those gifts and ran with them to become so accomplished at just 14 years of age! A native of Canada, Mikalyn shows us all that the story is the same, no matter where you come from and no matter your age: Work hard and you can achieve your dreams. On this episode: -Mikalyn tells us how she balances her career and school! -Mikalyn’s experience in the studio -The value of covering songs to help you find your own voice -What charity means to Mikalyn!   Mikalyn Hay songs featured: -Free as a Bird -Anyway -Save Yourself -Reload -Alone Again   Follow Mikalyn Hay Website:          http://www.mikalyn.ca Facebook:       http://www.facebook.com/mikalynhaymusic Twitter:            http://twitter.com/mikalynhay  Instagram:       http://instagram.com/mikalynhay Youtube:          http://www.youtube.com/user/67mhay / Soundcloud:    https://soundcloud.com/mhay67 ReverbNation: http://www.reverbnation.com/mikalynhay   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On this episode, we chat with Cincinnati artist Kelly Richey! When it comes to being a professional musician, Kelly Richey is the professional’s professional. She’s spent her life touring, gigging, writing, and recording. Her pure love for rock ’n roll practically erupts from your speakers as she attacks her guitar with a fierce grace, all the while wailing her heart out into the microphone and baring her soul. Kelly lives for the stage and for playing the guitar. Kelly has since become a guitar teacher, imparting her everlasting wisdom to the guitar players of tomorrow. Hear all about Kelly’s journey on this can’t miss episode!   On this episode: -How Kelly’s love for Jimi Hendrix helped her discover her love for playing guitar! -How playing guitar gave Kelly a voice she never quieted again! -What it takes to gig for 275 days in a year. -Kelly tells us about being a guitar teacher.   Kelly Richey songs featured: -Lies -The Artist In Me -Love -Afraid to Die   Follow Kelly Richey Website:          http://kellyrichey.com Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/kellyricheyguitarist Twitter:            https://twitter.com/KellyRichey Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/kellyricheyguitarist/ Youtube:          https://www.youtube.com/user/kjrichey Soundcloud:    https://soundcloud.com/kelly-richey   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On this episode, we spend some time with David Starr, a country singer from Cedaredge, Colorado! By day, David operates a local guitar shop aptly called “Starr’s Guitars.” By night, David is hitting the stage with his classically country style music. Maybe you’ve seen him around; he’s worked at weddings, bars, and of course the studio where he’s worked with Hall of Fame rock legends! David Starr’s music is all about getting back to his roots. David describes his work as “Americana” and boy does he have a reason to. Check out his sweet country vibes on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -David tells us how he keeps up with a schedule most of us couldn’t handle! -The story of how David landed 3 Rock n’ Roll Hall of Famers on his record! -The path that brought David to his sound. -Why David likes the “Americana” label for his music.   Sherwin Brice songs featured: -Life After You -Called It Love -Our Mistakes -Long Ride Home   Website: http://www.davidstarrmusic.com   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today we’re joined by Saint Lucian artist and producer, Sherwinn “Dupes” Brice! Sherwinn brings us genre bending beats born from his island culture and given a modern pop flare. Yes, his multi-instrumentalism and soulful singing is impressive, but it doesn’t stop there - Sherwinn is a bonafide producer who takes his role in the music industry on his home island. Sherwinn tells us all about life and music in Saint Lucia on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -A lesson in Saint Lucian culture! -Partying in Saint Lucia! -What it means to be a producer and artist In Saint Lucia. -The importance of knowing local music lingo.   Sherwin Brice songs featured: -Imagine -Love Story -Guilty -Seasons   Follow Sherwinn “Dupes” Brice: Website:          http://sherwinnbrice.com/ Facebook:       http://www.facebook.com/dupesdidit Twitter:            http://www.twitter.com/dupesdiditmusic Instragam:       http://www.instagram.com/dupesdiditmusic YouTube:        http://www.youtube.com/dupesdidit   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. From New Jersey we bring you the magnificent Jake Arch! From his great grandma’s chops to his own personal approach, Jake’s got country music running in his blood. His story is that of triumph and heartbreak, and it’s on full display in his music. Jake’s attitude reveals his success in music and in life: “Keep your head up, and you know everything happens for a reason, so you just gotta keep doing what you gotta do.” On this episode: -Jake’s journey from being in basement bands growing up to appearing on the radio! -The heart wrenching story behind Jake’s song, “Ten Years.” -The power of playing with seasoned musicians that can bring your song to life! -Jake’s amazing connection to his great grandparents!   Jake Arch songs featured: -Ten Years -Double Shot of Your Love -Darling Let Me Make You Mine -She Makes It Easy   Follow Jake Arch: Website:          http://www.jakearch.com Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/JakeArchCountry Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/jakearch/ Twitter:            https://twitter.com/JakeArchCountry   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today, Christina Custode joins us from Niagara Falls, New York. Christina is here supporting her new album, “From Here,” which she just completed alongside legendary producer Stuart Epps. She’s a down to earth girl whose smile you can hear through your speakers - but that doesn’t mean she can’t get real with heart wrenching tunes like her latest single, “All For Her.” Christina’s honesty in our interview and her music is a breath of fresh air. She’s here to tell her story, her way, which she continues to do on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -The story of how Christina showed up her own music teacher! -Heartbreak turns into an amazing song. -The amazing story of working with legendary producer Stuart Epps -How “Wasting My Time’s” amazing sound came together.   Christina Custode songs featured: -All For Her -Fire -High Water -Wasting My Time   Follow Christina Custode: Website: http://www.christinacustode.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Christina-Custode-131821826876834/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccustode/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/cmcsongbird   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. From San Antonio, Texas, we are joined by singer, songwriter, and actress, Madelyn Victoria! Madelyn was born (literally) into country music. She’s been a performer ever since: she’s been acting, modeling, and of course, playing country music like it’s nobody’s business. This is one Texas girl you have to hear to believe, so HOLD ON! On this episode: -Madelyn shares how her family’s support was so important to her career. -How a choir teacher helped her get moving in the right direction! -Madelyn’s artistic inspirations. -Juicy details on Madelyn’s studio experience!   Madelyn Victoria songs featured: -Hold On -He Only Loves Me On The Dancefloor -Wild Ride -Sand in a Bottle   Follow Madelyn Victoria: Website: http://www.madelynvictoriamusic.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/madelynvictoria Reverbnation: http://www.reverbnation.com/madelynvictoria   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today, we are joined by the amazing Julia McDonald. Julia, a recent high school graduate, has the voice and maturity of a musician twice her age. Her hard work and serious approach to her work is palpable - and it pays off. Her sound is classic yet modern, and you’ll want to boom it from your car radio blazing down the highway! Julia may be the quiet type, but she has a loud musical voice. Don’t miss this intimate conversation with the super-talented Julia McDonald! On this episode: -How a school talent show turned Julia’s life around! -Why Julia’s mom wants her to break up with her boyfriend! -How Julia uses her music to build her confidence -Why Julia prefers to write alone   Julia McDonald songs featured: -Gravity -Games -No Good For Me -Pretty Committee   Follow Julia McDonald: Website: http://www.juliamcdonaldmusic.com  Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/jmcdonalddmusic Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/juliamcdonaldmusic Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/juliamcdonaldmusic YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/juliamcdonaldmusic iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/gravity-ep/id1099197456   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Today, we are joined by South African artist Ashlinn Gray. Ashlinn is all the way from Johannesburg, and with her she brings classic writing and a modern sound. Ashlinn’s killer voice along with her ahead-of-her-time maturity brings us songs with true style and attitude. A 2013 South African Champion of the Performing Arts, Ashlinn has risked a lot to get where she is today - and it’s paying off. She’s been unstoppable since she wrote her first song at age 16, and at age 19 released a self-titled EP. Her dedication and passion are to be admired, as well as her maturity and outlook on life. Kids, don’t forget - stay in school!   On this episode: -Ashlinn’s approach to education and how it helped her career -What it’s like to gig in South Africa -Ashlinn tells us what it takes to build and maintain her music career -A cameo from Ashlinn’s sister in a song, and in the interview!   Ashlinn Gray songs featured: -Battleships -Chex Ballet -Nineteen                       -Risking It All   Follow Ashlinn Gray: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashlinngray/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ashlinngray/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ashlinngraymusic Reverbnation: www.reverbnation.com/ashlinngray Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/ashlinngray Youtube: www.youtube.com/ashlinngray   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we talk to Jess Wayne, a talented man from California. Jess has been playing the guitar and loving it since he was 11 years old, and even though his career took an unorthodox trajectory, he’s found himself back where he belongs: writing songs!  Jess Wayne’s optimism is unparalleled. In the face of an unwanted career, injuries, and just life itself, he says, hey, “It could be worse, but I don’t think it is.”   On this episode: -Jess and James reminisce over old school radio DJs! -The story of a lawyer hanging up his briefcase and reaching for a guitar… -A discussion about the modern state of the music business. -Why Jess prefers gardening to gigging in Los Angeles!   Jess Wayne songs featured: -Better Get Used To It -Make It Up To You -Garden Song -How Do You Know   Follow Jess Wayne: Facebook: www.facebook.com/jesswaynemusic  Twitter: www.twitter.com/jesswayne Instagram: www.instagram.com/jesswayne Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/jesswayne   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we chat with singer/songwriter Zandi Holup, a Nashville transplant originating from Pennsylvania. Zandi takes pride in showing her creative side, effortlessly baring her personality in her music. She can’t be tamed in life or in music, owning a drive to succeed not often seen. Zandi doesn’t dwell on things for too long, as reflected in her life and career. Much like her decision to move to Nashville, she seamlessly evolved from an actress to a musician. But it wasn’t always that way! Join us on Zandi’s journey, on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -Zandi’s amazingly short story of her move to Nashville! -Zandi talks about her personal philosophy when it comes to originality. -How Zandi found confidence in her own voice. -Why Zandi lives in Nashville - but still records in New York!   Zandi Holup songs featured: -Bad Good Little Church Girl -Drive Your Car -Get Me My Gun -Lone Star   Follow Zandi Holup: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Zandi-Holup/184443788262203 IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5220446/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZandiHolup Instagram: http://instagram.com/zandiholup   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we chat with West Coast Fletch Brinson, a talented multi-instrumentalist from California. West Coast Fletch started by playing songs on just one string, but now he plays the trombone, drums, and guitar. His musical influences are palpable on his tracks; blues, R&B, funk, jazz, and gospel. West Coast takes inspiration from his life, combines it with his talents, and turns it into soulful jams. West Coast Fletch’s love of music has encompassed and enriched his life, and his joy from such is exuded throughout this interview.   On this episode: -What it takes to be a part of West Coast Fletch’s crew -A special lady sings on It Ain’t Over (Til God Says It’s Over) -West Coast Fletch talks about his approach to writing music -His approach to the business side of independent music   West Coast Fletch songs featured: -I Love The Name -It Ain’t Over (Til God Says It’s Over) -Ooo Baby Baby -Salvation Smooth Jazz   Follow West Coast Fletch Brinson: Reverbnation: https://www.reverbnation.com/fletchmanbrinson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fletchman.brinson iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/salvation-smooth-jazz-single/id913449671 Don’t forget!  Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!​  

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we spend our day speaking with Sylvia Fedrick, a brilliant singer hailing from the Windy City, Chicago, Illinois. Sylvia’s father gave her advice from which she’s never strayed: “Just be you; You can be the best you.” It shows in her music, and the way she lives her life. Her influences are palpable in her interview as well as her music; life experience, gospel, pain, and love. Through her music, Sylvia shares her message: Be strong, be yourself, and never give up!   On this episode: -The heartbreaking story of the loss of her producer. -The touching story of Sylvia’s father and his gift of music to her. -What it takes to have success in the music business. -How Sylvia came back to music and made it her life’s passion.   Sylvia Fedrick songs featured: -Sometimes You Gotta Go Through -Gentle Breeze -Don’t Want To Walk Alone -The Glide Party Mix   Follow Sylvia Fedrick: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SingSylviaFedrick/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sangsyl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sangsyl/ Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/sangsyl   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we chat with Steven Brown, an artist from Republic, Missouri. Steven Brown is a man so accomplished, we might not be able to fit all of it in this one packed episode! Steven exhibits the very definition of an artist: an unstoppable flow of inspired creativity being channeled through his heart and voice. Steven has done so much with his life, from being a 16-year veteran of the United States Navy and has traveling across the globe, to acting in films and television, and of course, making music! Don’t miss Steven’s powerful story and powerful music on this episode of dHarmic Evolution!   On this episode: -Steven’s journey and how he ended up focusing on music. -How a text message inspired an entire song! -We go on a ride through the production of Steven’s most recent album. -How Steven took his own pain and turned it into inspiration.   Steven Brown songs featured: -It’s All Glorious -Lift Up Your Hands -Momentum -I Am Here   Follow Steven Brown: Reverb Nation: reverbnation.com/stevenbrown Facebook: facebook.com/stevenhowardbrown YouTube: youtube.com/stevenhowardbrown Twitter: twitter.com/stevenhbrown Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media Also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and find out how we can broadcast your global career!

Welcome back to dHarmic Evolution podcast with me, James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we spend our day speaking with Fiona Varner, a wonderful singer hailing from Prince George County, Maryland. From a young age, Fiona has been a musician. Keyboards, clarinets, singing - the passion for music has always been a part of her life. Her artisanship is evident with her refusal to be boxed into any creative corner! Fiona takes pride in exploring different styles and sounds - “a good song is a good song,” after all! Her craft is her life, and we explore how she took early childhood inspiration and turned it into a wonderful career in music filled with soul and love. Fiona has a wonderful approach to her story: “It’s a we thing, not a me thing!” And a big part of that are the people she’s worked with - from old bands to her own family. Word is her 6 year old is running the show! Check out this episode to hear more about Fiona’s creativity and inspiration!   On this episode: -We talk about how she’s been a musician since early life. -Her family may as well be a real life Partridge Family! -Fiona’s approach to writing lyrics and music. -The beautiful story of how Fiona found her multi-cultural approach.   Fiona Varner songs featured: -Close To Your Heart -Covered By The Blood -Deuteronomy Dance -I Will Serve You   Follow Fiona Varner: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reverberation Website   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com to find out what we can offer you! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Debra D’Lane was born and raised in a rural area. She spent most of her life growing up on a ranch outside of Uvalde, Texas. “When you live out in the middle of nowhere you have to find things to do. I love and chose music. It was and has always been a big part of my life.” Out on the ranch Debra had access to an ole’ school juke box.  “There were many great records on that juke box including Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, George Jones, Hank Williams, Marty Robbins, Tanya Tucker, and many more. I can still see myself standing on top of the pool table, cue stick in hand as my mic singing away to all those great tunes. ”It seemed like every aspect of Debra’s life on both sides of her family had something to do with music & dancing. “We were always singing and dancing!” As time went by Debra and her husband started a family. After raising the kids up to a certain age is when Debra decided to take the next step in her love for music. “When your son says “Mom it’s time” I knew then it was time to get busy!” Debra has done just that! For the past year she has been working on many projects including spending lots of time in the recording studio. She is also going to be doing a little acting. Yes, Debra has landed herself a part in an upcoming film where she will have the opportunity to perform her music as well. She just finished up an EP that was produced by Bill Warner of Warner Works in Nashville, Tn. Many of the songs on the EP are written and or co-written by Kirsti Manna aka Songwriter Girl. Debra is also working with Rick Barker, former manager of Taylor Swift, to help guide and mentor her career. “I feel so truly blessed and grateful to have the opportunity to work with Mr. Bill & Mrs. Kirsti. They are incredibly talented and wonderful people. I am also truly blessed to have the opportunity to work with Mr. Rick Barker, Wow! What a remarkable mentor he is in the Music Industry of today and truly cares about the artist and the path they take.” Most and foremost Debra D’Lane appreciates her fans. “It’s amazing to me the responses I receive from my music. It makes my day when my fans take the time out of this busy world we live in to send me emails and messages through my online presence of how my songs affect them. Thank You from the bottom of my heart!”   Debra songs featured: * Covered in Dirt * Memphis Without the Blues * One and Only * Dig   Debra D’Lane connections: Website Facebook Twitter: @debradlane   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com to find out what we can offer you! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Country Music comes to Sweden via TJ Leonard Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, master storyteller, and now International Talent Agent. On today’s episode, we travel across the Mighty Atlantic to Sweden to spend some time with TJ Leonard, James was able to rescue him from his painting project for an hour to hang out on the airwaves for some story telling! Swedish country singer/songwriter, TJ Leonard got his first guitar from his grandfather, when he was eight; he taught his grandchild to play Swedish folk music and evergreens. Soon, TJ was introduced to pop and blues through his cousin, who was a little bit older and played in a famous Swedish pop band. At eighteen, TJ became lead singer and guitar player in a dance band. Many genres have passed through TJ’s life: Jazz, hard rock, gospel, soul/r&b, but not until country music came along, did it feel like home. This interview is a fantastic one - tons of great musical past and humor that you shouldn’t miss! On this episode: TJ shut out all other musical genre’s after he heard Keith Urban’s “Somebody like you” and decided to pursue country music, because it really grabbed him! Look out for the Roe Deer!, No license needed..... I want to move to the Countryside once again, if you can’t be there you have to dream yourself away I sit down in my studio basement and write songs, there is a shower in the basement next to the studio, TJ needs to quiet the family down when he is recording, can’t have the kids running across the floor. I hunt as much as I can, sort of deer, we call it Roe Deer, 80 Lb deer, kind of small, James wants to ride one, TJ also hunts Moose and Wild Boar. We shoot the small ones, as the big ones don’t have a good taste. TJ songs featured: * The River * American Dream * The Right One * Paradise Road   Follow TJ Leonard: www.tjleonardcountry.com www.twitter.com/tjlcountry https://www.facebook.com/tjleonardchestnut/?fref=ts https://www.youtube.com/user/teejayleonard   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com to find out what we can offer you! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, master storyteller, and now International Talent Agent. On today’s episode, we go down under to Australia, to learn all about Kinderjazz with Christobel Lewellyn. A one of a kind swing jazz band for children developed by Christobel and David, creating an opportunity for kids to celebrate music and passion, and nurture their creative spirit. The solo’s and the music gratifies a small child's imagination like nothing else. On this Episode: * Kinderjazz is a very Family oriented band, we’ve all grown up with each other, and each other’s children, its really personal. * I was surrounded by music, all the adults played piano, and we were taken to live festivals. Music was a big part of our lives. * I started playing piano when I was 3 years old. I had older brothers and I could not wait to push them off the piano. 1 Wednesday, October 5, 2016 •Artists songs featured: * Arabella * In the Micro Aykho * Fantabulous * You can’t stop the Music Follow Kinderjazz on http://www.facebook.com/kinderjazz http://www.twitter.com/kinderjazz http://www.kinderjazz.com/ Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for artist opportunities Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media also check out www.thejamesoconnoragency.com and see how we can broadcast your global career!

“Combining the beauty of storytelling in literature, and music!” Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, master storyteller, and now International Talent Agent. On today’s episode, we are in Springfield Oregon with Indie Artist Singer/Songwriter Theo Czuk. Theo has been dubbed “the Kurt Vonnegut of songwriting” he is a critically acclaimed singer/songwriter and an award winning novelist. Theo’s slant on the world has been described as “catawampus and exhilarating” His first Novel, “Heart Scarred” won the 2014 Laramie Book Award for best in the Literary Western. Theo went for “a little more green and a little less cement”, by moving to Oregon!   Featured songs by Theo *Let me Know *One more shot of cold *Pull me from the Rubble *Running with the dogs   Reach out to Theo Czuk: Website Facebook iTunes Reverbnation YouTube LinkedIn   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes, our website, and our FB Group! Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for info about funding your next album project! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

If you want the lo down on how to multiply your happiness by dividing it with others, well here is  the man that “wrote that quote” Today we take you to Waynesville, Ohio, where you can find this all-American music artist. Listen to the story of Richard living the life he sings about. Richard Lynch's Featured Songs * Daddy’s Guitar * I Like My Music Country * It’s All In My Head * Your the Reason God Made Oklahoma   Reach out to Richard http://www.richardlynchband.com http://www.facebook.com/richardlynchband http://www.twitter.com/richardlynchbnd http://www.reverbnation.com/richardlynchband   Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com and find out about the NEW music business! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media    

“Sometimes Coffee & Tea go together like Metal and Country!” Today we are in Tampa Florida, with Don Gates, just back from Nashville’s CMA fest! Don did something brave, and some would call crazy! After being a successful metal artist for many years as a member of the band “Brutality”, decided that he wanted to put some attention on something that had been pulling at him for many years, Country Music! Listen to the story of Don reinventing his musical world and finding his “right place” Don Gates featured songs: * Two Hearts * Gracious * Almost a Cowboy * Why Reach out to Don dongates_1@hotmail.com http://www.dongatesmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/dongatesmusic https://twitter.com/dongatesmusic   Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com and find out about the NEW music business! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Nathalie Miranda and her massive vocal range hail from London, England. At age 3, Nathalie decided to become a singer - and here we are! Inspired by the likes of Etta James, Aretha Franklin, and Christina Aguilera, Nathalie wants to make music that reflects her inner self.   Nathalie Miranda songs featured: - Hotshot - Just Can’t Get Enough - Right On Time - Standing Tall   Reach out to Nathalie Miranda: Website: www.nathaliemiranda.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/nathaliemirandamusic Twitter: www.twitter.com/vocalfreaknat Instagram: www.instagram.com/nathaliemirandamusic Youtube: www.youtube.com/nathaliemiranda Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/nathaliemirandamusic   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Today’s guest comes from our friendly neighbor of the great white north - Canada! Growing up, Ed Roman did not think he would become the talented musician he was today. He grew up with dyslexia and was often awkward among others, but deep down that awkwardness, he had a gift that was waiting to be unleashed. Ed is part of Heart Songs for Veterans and he has been very active in sharing his music with the world, laying it down one song at a time. One of his goals? To stop the flow of negativity.   Listen to the chat I had with him and prepared to be inspired!   Ed Roman songs featured: Lay One Down Tough Cookie Think I’m Just a Fool Red Omen   Reach out to Ed Roman www.edroman.net Facebook Twitter: @specialedroman YouTube   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

  On this episode, we go all the way to Georgia with BJ Wilbanks!   BJ believes in being true to yourself, and more importantly, being true to your craft! Music is something that requires creativity and authenticity. I agree! BJ is one who picks up his guitar and gets his musical muscles to work. He believes in real connections with people, especially your audience.   His songs are full of emotion and will definitely touch you. BJ is also part of Jill Pavel’s Heart Songs, which makes him one totally inspiring artist!   We talk about how he started getting into music and his background, as well as social media and how he uses it for his business.   Check out our conversation and snippets of his songs on today’s interview!   BJ Wilbanks songs featured: Anything She Wants Hold Down Your Happiness Right Back Home The Way You Feel   Reach out to BJ Wilbanks www.bjwilbanks.com Facebook Twitter: @BJWilbanks Reverbnation YouTube   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

More than a musician, Rob Carona is a philantrophist. He is part of Heart Songs for Veterans, a group that gives a part of the proceeds from their music to the war heroes that helped us all to keep the freedom and democracy we’re enjoying right now.   He brings us deep into how a musician lives his life: the struggles in the beginning, the songwriting process, and how to keep your music muscles toned and ready for action. Rob Carona is a talented guy with a big heart, and he likes to call himself the “do-it-all” man - writing his own songs, arranging the melody, designing his cover art, marketing, EVERYTHING! But one can only do so much.   Rob works with Jill Pavel who was also on the dHarmic Evolution podcast a few episodes back. Listen in as we are taken for a ride! Rob Carona songs featured: Drive Heartbreak Spark Waiting on Wonderful   Reach out to Rob Carona www.robcarona.com www.songsmithcreative.com Facebook Twitter: @robcarona Instagram: @robcarona YouTube   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

DE95 Cowboy Troy | Rounding Up the Music Scene   This rapping cowboy doesn’t only make great music, he also has the business brains to make it in the music industry.   Originally from Texas, Cowboy Troy grew up listening to a mix of different music genres - hence his eclectic tastes! He takes it from country music to jazz to top of the charts to pop. He’s everywhere!   Cowboy Troy began incorporating rap into his music when he realized how people responded well to music that made them want to get up from their seats and bust some moves! You gotta listen to his music, introducing us to the wonderful world of country meeting rap!   My favorite parts: Cowboy Troy tells me about his beginnings and how he developed his ear for music We talk about when exactly rap was introduced with melodies and powerful choruses - we’ll take you back! Listen up! Music is business too. Of course, it is! We talk about the changing landscape of the music industry and how the audience prefers easy-to-access versions of songs Also, Cowboy Troy sheds light on how expensive it is to produce an album! The great thing about today’s world is that musicians are more supportive of other musicians! How exactly did Cowboy Troy know what his audience preferred? Clue: surveys and social media! Listen in! Cowboy Troy songs featured: Liquor with the Locals Three Party Train Squaredance Boogie Countdown to Vacation   Reach out to Camille Rae www.cowboytroy.com Facebook Twitter: @cowboytroy YouTube Soundcloud   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Originally from Kentucky, this sweet girl with a very powerful voice grew up singing in church.   Camille Rae, country rock princess, taught herself to harmonize at the age of 7 and picked up the guitar at the age of 12. Shortly after her one-hour guitar class, she wrote her very first song. You gotta give props to that!   Growing up with a musically inclined family, she was prepped up really well, being surrounded by all the great influences from the 90s. She tells me about listening to Garth Brooks, Tricia Yearwood, Martina McBride, and The Judds! Camille knows her music and she’s been with great company!   My favorite parts: Camille tells me about Heart Songs for Veterans and the work she does for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. So inspiring! Her music story growing up - she’s definitely made to do this! Camille talks about social media and what her favorite platform is and what she thinks the audience wants to see! Also, check out what Camille is excited about this year - what’s up and coming in her career! You wouldn’t wanna miss it! Camille Rae songs featured: Dialtone Shadows Dance Tonight Get Out of Town Let Me Be the One   Reach out to Camille Rae www.camillerae.com Twitter: @camilleraemusic Instagram: @camilleraemusic Facebook YouTube Soundcloud   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

It’s all about the personal touch.   Paul PJ Taylor knows how to take care of his audience, and isn’t that just something? As a musician, he believes in interacting with his fans because, after all, they show you all the love. Why not give them some love back? He’s been making music for quite a time now and believes that he needs to step up his game. True enough, Paul has so much more to offer! His music is full of emotion and his songs are mostly written out of personal experiences. Wow, what a guy!   Listen in and be inspired by Paul PJ Taylor’s story today!   My favorite parts: Paul and I talk about his songwriting process and it is one all musicians totally resonate with! He brings nothing but prerecorded music on his iPhone - a one-man band indeed! Paul also tells us about how he handles his social media to keep in touch with his fans! That’s 93 thousand followers on Twitter, by the way! You gotta listen to how he transitioned from doing covers to actually writing and performing his own songs! His influences! You gotta check out how diverse the music he listens to is! Paul PJ Taylor songs featured: Easy Escape More Than a Love Song Twisted Love Song Fantasy Fulfilled   Reach out to Paul PJ Taylor Twitter: @pjtayloruk Facebook Reverbnation iTunes   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

A great swimmer and a superb singer! Yes, she is!   Amelia Presley, distant cousin of the King of Rock, is on the show today! Guess what! We talk about a lot of awesome stuff that will surely get you up and rockin’! From songwriting process to recording to performing, we go through all things music-related with Amelia!   On this episode, we also discuss social media and the role it plays on her music career! You definitely need to check it out!   My favorite parts: I loved listening to Amelia’s music - really powerful voice and production is stellar! Check out her songs on this episode! Did you know that Amelia is also part of the Coast Guard? Wow! She talks about working with Jill Pavel on the Heart Songs for Veterans label. What a great way of showing you care for the heroes of the US. Amelia is performing at the CMAs! Isn’t that the most awesome thing? Not only is she a rockin’ musician, she’s also a mom and wife! She’s having a little girl in July - another rock star in the making, perhaps? Listen in as Amelia talks about what’s she’s excited about and what’s up and coming in her world!   Amelia Presley songs featured: Here Comes Trouble Southern Vacation Drop the Hammer Hard-headed Mama   Reach out to Amelia Presley www.ameliapresley.com Facebook Twitter: @amelia_presley Instagram: @ameliapresleymusic   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Heroes.   That’s the name of today’s guest’s album. Find out what he does to help our beloved war veterans on this episode!   I tell you, he’s got style - and he has this voice that just mesmerizes me! I love his music.   J Edwards grew up singing in the church house and surrounded by a very musical family. No wonder his talents were cultivated in a mighty great way!   Listen in as J shares his story, songwriting process, and social media too! You have to check it out and get a taste of his music too! J Edwards songs featured: Cinderella Goodbye Morn’n Baby Don’t Go Duck Blind   Reach out to J Edwards www.jedwardsmusic.net Facebook Twitter: @JEdwards004 YouTube   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

“My voice is my main instrument.”   Felice LaZae sings and writes songs surrounding her personal experiences and emotions. She’s had the influence of musical legends such as Led Zepellin, Janis Joplin, and Billie Holiday - and when you listen really closely, you can definitely feel and hear that bluesy-rock, jazz vibe in her songs!   A big fan of storytelling, Felice often finds herself writing her songs the way she would tell a life story. She’s also interest in film - suspense, mystery, and comic book adaptations! Whew!   Listen for more of Felice’s story and get to know more about her unique personality! On this episode: She loves ‘90s R&B hiphop and rock - I can tell! Felice tells me that most of her songs are derived from the different relationships she had that didn’t go well She plays a little guitar and piano, but she considers her voice as her main instrument Also, Felice tells me about her coach in college who helped her realize her talents and encouraged her to push forward with her dreams and aspirations to become a singer Of course, we talk about social media! Guess what Felice’s favorite platform is! Did you know this girl was on the cover of Submerge magazine? I have a legit celebrity here!   Felice LaZae songs featured: Callin’ Me Gravedigger Give It Away I Need to Feel   Reach out to Felice LaZae www.felicelazae.com Facebook Twitter: @felicelazae Instagram: @felicelazae Soundcloud YouTube   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Started playing the piano at 5 years old, writing songs at 9. Wow, starting ‘em early, all right!   Koda Corvette is from the City of Angels and has been inspired to become a musician when she first saw Michael Jackson on stage! She’s driven and motivated, and people, she produces her own music! How cool is that!   Aside from being an awesome pianist, Koda also is a dancer, actor, and songwriter! Yup, that’s all she has in her schedule - NO BIG DEAL.She performed on her breakout school tour across California during the 2014-15 school year and is currently performing shows at festivals, theme parks, malls, and more.   You gotta take a listen to the clips I’ve included into this interview - her music is on point!   On this episode: Koda tells me about her production and songwriting process! This girl knows her tools - she’s going far, I can tell! She tells me about how she started getting into music and what pushed her in that direction Classical piano is her first love but she also does pop music She has backup dancers! WHAT. I gotta see this girl perform - in those cool sneakers! Koda also tells me about opening for some big acts! Find out who they are!   Koda Corvette songs featured: Bring It On Run It (cover) U Smile (cover) Soundwave   Reach out to Koda Corvette www.kodacorvette.com Twitter: @kodacorvette Instagram: @kodacorvette YouTube Facebook Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

He hates people.   Not really. But you gotta listen to him sing that bubbly song - it’s featured on today’s episode! Ladies and gentlemen, let’s all fly to Nashville to chat with the talented Taylor Henry.   During this interview, Taylor and I talk about music, production (we have the same awesome producer!), and performing. He’s got a lot to say about Nashville and how it has become his home away from home (Northern Kentucky!)   Take a listen and enjoy a sneak peek into Taylor’s music!   On this episode: Taylor tells me about the really funny story behind the song “I Hate People.” I’m sure you’ll love it too! He writes songs based on emotion. Nice! He also talks about his album called The Attic - which includes 7 fantastic tracks! Did you know he sat on a window sill designed by Michelangelo, while he was touring Europe! And of course, stories of his stay in Europe - lots of art there, for sure! He was stranded in London! Woah! Pitched this for another song in the future! Hah! And yes, as always, I ask him about social media! You gotta listen to what he says about it. Taylor Henry songs featured: I Hate People The Fall I Got You in the End Who Are You   Reach out to Taylor Henry www.taylorhenrymusic.com Facebook Instagram: @itstaylorhenry Twitter: @itstaylorhenry Soundcloud YouTube   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Hard work. Work ethic. Authenticity. The ingredients to success.   I can’t even begin to say how honored and thrilled I am to have this amazing person on the dHarmic Evolution show today. She has created more than just a music label, but as a movement as well. Ladies and gents, help me in welcoming Jill Pavel.   Jill works with aspiring artists and helps them reach their goals by encouraging them to work hard and be consistent in their passion for music. Honestly, I am blown away by this lady’s business smarts, moreover, I am touched by her compassion toward artists who want to make it in the very competitive music scene. Check out my chat with Jill and learn more about the way she uplifts indie artists all over the world! On this episode: Jill and I talk about her label, Heart Songs Corporation, and how she uses this to market the artists and prep them for their journey toward greatness We get a sneak peek into the talent Jill works with by way of songs from some of the talents she handles Competition in the music industry is fierce, and Jill understands that. And she knows how to tackle the giants - learn more about that on this interview! Her son, Cory Singer, who was on DE71 is her number one inspiration! Fit for Mother’s Day, yes? Hard work and work ethic are what drive your success! Authenticity in artists - what makes it so important? Listen in! Songs from Heart Songs Corporation featured: Broken Memory by Cory Singer Drive by Rob Carona Tell Me Why by Sara Ann Garrison Let Me Be by Camille Rae   Reach out to Jill Pavel and Heart Songs Corporation www.heartsongscorporation.com www.heartsongsforveterans.org Facebook Twitter: @heartsongscorp, @heartsongs4vets Instagram: @heartsongs4vets Email Jill at info@heartsongscorporation.com or jillpavel@gmail.com   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Stellar production, stellar musicmaking!   I got the musical marvel Jon Cresswell on the show today, and man, I just gotta say he is awesome! Growing up around music in his hometown of Manassas, Virginia, Jon learned how to play the guitar by picking up his mom’s acoustic guitar.   We talk a lot about his production and the guitars he uses for his songs, as well as the gigs he does. You really gotta strap up your seatbelts for this guy because he will take you for a ride! Trust me on this. On this episode: Jon talks about moving to LA and the struggles of standing out in a very competitive music scene We share our love for guitars - and he does know his tools, man! What kind of gigs does Jon do and what does he prefer? Learn more on this episode! He’s quite fortunate to have really talented friends around him, and that’s what he’s thankful for! Learn more about that on this episode! “You stole a part of my heart, and I don’t want it back from you.” Wow! Powerful lyrics from this guy! Listen in! Jon Cresswell songs featured: Standing to Fall Gift Wrapped Miss You Reach out to Jon Cresswell www.joncresswellmusic.com Facebook Twitter: @thejoncresswell Instagram: @joncresswellmusic Soundcloud YouTube   Visit his website today and get your free single!   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

And off we go to the UK to witness the radiance of this lovely girl’s smile.   Hey, everyone, welcome back to dHarmic Evolution and today, we have a special guest all the way from the United Kingdom, and I can’t wait for you guys to feast on her wonderful music - and British accent. On the show today is Shanice Smita aka Shan Smile. You gotta love that name!   Growing up in a musical family worked in her favor as she, too, picked up the guitar and started singing and writing her own songs. I’m thankful for Shanice’s father who shared his musical genes and taught his daughter to love music. It’s become amazing! I had so much fun listening to Shanice’s songs and so glad to have her on the show. You guys should check her out! On this episode: Shan tells us about her upbringing and the reason she’s musically inclined I tell her about the beauty and radiance of the smile she brings into the world - it’s true! You should definitely see her perform! I ask her about gigs - what does she prefer, small and intimates performances or big ones? Find out! We also talk a little bit about how I like creating my own music and my own performances Social media! We touch on that as well. Listen up to what platforms Shan loves the most! Of course, her songwriting process. What does she do to complete a song.   Shan Smile songs featured: Shan Shan Smile I Need You He Loves Me Fly Away Reach out to Shan Smile Shanicesmith.co.uk Facebook Twitter: @shansmilemusic Instagram: @shansmileinsta YouTube Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

How about a trip to Georgia to visit the lovely Alissa Feudo!   It all started with her brother teaching her how to play the guitar. She enjoyed it, she loved it - and from then on, it became a calling. Alissa is drawn to creating music she loves - I mean, don’t we all? From middle school to college, Alissa brought her passion and continuously molded her talents.   On this interview, Alissa shares with me her songwriting style and how she loves to play intimate acoustic gigs. But it doesn’t stop there! When you listen to her tracks, you can feel the electronic vibe and it’s so beautiful! Acoustic meets electronic - that’s a plus! On this episode: We get a glimpse of what Alissa Feudo is capable of: her unique sound! She tells me about dealing with writer’s block and sometimes, she gets inspiration during these moments of silence! Did you know Alissa always plays the flute? Wow! She loves playing full band shows, but is also drawn more closely to acoustic shows Alissa tells us about her journey and what she’s excited about in the future!   Alissa Feudo songs featured: Hurricane Yours to Keep Thoughts I Wish You Heard Insomnia Reach out to Alissa Feudo www.alissafeudo.com Facebook Twitter: @AlissaFeudo Instagram: @alissafeudo Soundcloud Reverbnation   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Mixing up the old school and modern hip-hop and rap - that’s Jeri Wade’s groove!   Let’s head on over to Michigan and check out the unique fusion music - neo soul, if you may! Jeri Wade is a model, she’s a singer-songwriter, and she’s an actress now too! The play she stars on, While She Waits, will premier on the 30th of April. Man, this girl totally does it all!   I enjoyed talking with Jeri - we discussed her songwriting process, the unique use of the harp on one of her songs, social media, and the Jammies! You gotta listen to what the Jammies are! I must get one soon! On this episode: Jeri talks about her very musical upbringing and what inspired her to start singing Her influences - of course it includes Aretha Franklin! She tells me how much she loves listening to old school and new, modern music - which makes the music she creates so unique! We get introduced to the Jammie Awards. Say what? You gotta check out what it is! Listen up to everything Jeri is excited about for the year!   Jeri Wade songs featured: No More Mind Ganes Nice2MeetU Reach out to Jeri Wade Facebook Reverbnation   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Somebody’s got the fingers and ears for music - that’s for sure!   My guest for today, Jamie Dupuis, hails all the way from Ontario, Canada - and man, he just brought the dHarmic Evolution house down with his great pieces of guitar music! I’ve always been a fan of fingerstyle guitar playing - and this guy has got it nailed down! Trust me.   Michael Hedges? Yeah, close! He’s a fan, and so am I - so it’s a given that we hit it right off. I enjoyed every single bit of this interview. We talked about his different styles, how he writes his songs, and the techniques he uses. Listen in for more! On this episode: Learn how Jamie got into fingerstyle guitar playing Find out how he comes up with his music - his songwriting process! What are the equipment Jamie uses to record his songs? You’ll be amazed at how simple but remarkable his stuff are! Of course, get a dose of his amazing guitar skills by listening to snippets of his songs!   Jamie Dupuis songs featured: Strength Buster Bee Clear Blue Sky Hauntingly Reach out to Jamie Dupuis www.jamiedupuis.com Facebook iTunes YouTube Instagram: @jamiedjazz Twitter: @JamieDupuis Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

  Singing while playing the cello? Easy-peasy! Well, at least for this guy!   Peter Lewy from New York City makes uniquely cool music that I enjoy so much! He plays the cello, but he also is a singer-songwriter - and guess what! He tours Italy every single year. No big deal!   On this interview, Peter talks about how he became a cellist and how he learned how to sing while playing this awesome instrument. I can only imagine the perseverance and talent this guy has! Seriously.. Who does that! And he records all these songs in a really rad room that he talks about on this chat too! Listen in! On this episode: You get to listen to Peter’s awesome and cool songs What places has Peter gone to? If I were him, I wouldn’t have gone back! #justkidding Listen to the technique Peter uses when playing his songs What inspired him to pick up the cello? More of Peter’s story on this episode!   Peter Lewy songs featured: I’m Through Shedding Tears Over You Suite #1 John Coltrane Said Some Other Way   Video: Peter Lewy playing Bach Suite #1 on YouTube   Reach out to Peter Lewy www.peterlewy.com Email: peter@peterlewy.com Facebook Myspace Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Landed the lead role and got her song in a movie that would be featured at the Cannes Film Festival! How does one manage to do that?   Maggie McClure, homegrown musician from Oklahoma, moved all the way to Los Angeles to get her hustle on. And hustle on she did! Maggie made stops in Nashville and whipped up some amazing tunes and melodies with her husband - and yes, with a separate suitcase for all her coats too!   You wouldn’t believe what this young lady is capable of doing - she sings, she writes, she tours, she plays gigs, she acts. My, she IS all over the place. I’m impressed! Listen to hear more about Maggie and to get a taste of her beautiful music! On this episode: We get to hear some of Maggie’s songs - and you’ll be blown away for sure! She tells us about touring and how she managed to start performing even when she was in college Why did Maggie make the move to LA? Find out! Like most artists, Maggie likes to write songs while on the road.. How about you? She was in a short film called BLUR which got into the Cannes Film Festival. Beat that! The very first time Maggie wrote a song was when she was 8 years old! Woah!   Maggie McClure songs featured: Closer than Before Good Morning and Good Night Times Moves On Troubled Heart Reach out to Maggie McClure www.maggiemcclure.com Twitter: @maggiemcclure Instagram: @maggiemcclure YouTube Facebook iTunes Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

She started singing at 8 months old! Could you believe that!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we got such a talented lady on the show!   Originally from Russia, Nataliya studied at the St. Petersburg Conservatory. She does classical music involving a wide range of instruments - plus she writes lyrics for pop songs! It’s amazing what this woman can do. She tells me about the background of her songs and what her writing process is. You gotta check it out as well! On this episode:   Nataliya tells us about how she started getting into music. She wrote her first song with lyrics at 7 years old! Who does that!   She talks about the process she follows when writing and creating music Nataliya misses Russia. Find out what she misses most about her country! Guess how old Natalia started doing short pieces on the piano.. Find out! Listen to snippets of her songs on this episode   Nataliya Medvedovskaya songs featured: Geese Swimming Dance Miracles Sold Out Film Demo Reel   Reach out to Nataliya Medvedovskaya www.natashameadow.com Facebook Soundcloud Reverbnation Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

DE78: Anielle Reid | "Just Me and My Banjo"   Her musical life turned around when she put down her guitar and picked up that banjo.   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, I talk once again to another backyard gem - right here in Union City, New Jersey! I visit with the magical singer-songwriter, Anielle Reid!   Semi-professionally, she’s been making music for two years - but she has always known that she loved music and wanted to make music! Anielle says she’s always been involved with something musical all her life - which is good! I love her sound, her vibe, and she’s so brave too!   Among her influences are Alison Kraus, Bjork, and Lana del Ray. You can almost hear the synergy of these artists in her songs. Listen for more on this On this episode: Anielle talks about why she chose the banjo as her main musical instrument She tells us about her producer and how they make music Of course, back stories of her songs - I love her music and the lyrics are so heartfelt! We dig a little bit on the social media platforms she uses When does Anielle feel the most creative, especially when writing lyrics to her songs Also, she shares what she’s excited about - her upcoming projects and gigs!   Anielle Reid songs featured: Drivin’ Great Again Love Song Recollectin’   Reach out to Anielle Reid: www.aniellereid.com Facebook Twitter: @aniellereid Instagram: @aniellereid Soundcloud iTunes Reverbnation YouTube   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

“We never used session players; it's all the family.” How close are they!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go to my neighbor - right here in New Jersey, with the talented Laura Cheadle!   It’s all in the family with this girl! She sings, her brother is on the guitars, her dad is a master at the bass, and they have an honorary Cheadle - Tina, the drummer! They tour together, they perform together! Not that difficult to get them together during the holidays, huh? The blues come out in her songs, and the early exposure to a lot of that kind of music may have been the culprit!   Not only is she a great artist, she’s also an advocate and movement member - she’s done a lot of charity work and fundraising for children with AIDS, breast cancer awareness, LGBT pride, and etc. Wow, a heart of gold and the voice of an angel? This girl’s got everything! On this episode: Laura tells us about going on tour at the age of 4! Talk about starting ‘em young! Also, she talks about how her voice has evolved - how it has matured. Touring with family - how well does that go? Find out from Laura Cheadle! You gotta listen to her dad’s mad bass skills on snippets of her songs featured on the show! Listen to why she was dubbed Superwoman by the South Jersey magazine!   Laura Cheadle songs featured: Higher Place This Love Looks Good on Me The Best That It Could Feel Fade Away   Reach out to Laura Cheadle www.lauracheadle.com Twitter: @lauracheadle Facebook YouTube Instagram: @lauracheadlemusic Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

She tours, she writes, she sings, she teaches people how to sing! This girl is at the top of her music game! Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we travel to the City of Angels, Los Angeles, to chat with the Vocal Diva Jessica Jolia! Jessica has kept herself busy with singing, performing, touring - and now she’s writing songs for herself! She’s working on her EP, which we can’t wait to listen to! This girl with a beautiful voice sure knows how to choose the company she keeps - Eric Benet, Big Mike Hart, Buddy Bangs, Chris Beck! You can safely say #squadgoals, eh? On this episode, she tells me what she’s excited about, what projects she’s been working on, and how amazing her production team is! It was a fun interview, and I loved having finally been able to chat after many months! Check it out! On this episode: Jessica tells us about the instruments she plays - sneak peek: imagine an 8-year-old playing the sax! I share a story about saxophone and potties! You don’t want to miss that! How does she find touring and performing? Jessica spills the deets, along with her latest Texas tour! Be ready to get inspired as Jessica tells us about teaching children about music She goes in-depth with all of the amazing musicians and talented artists she’s worked with! Jessica Jolia songs featured: Sometimes Magic Reach out to Jessica Jolia: Jessicajoliamusic.com Facebook Instagram: @jessicajoliamusic Twitter: @JessicaJolia Soundcloud iTunes YouTube Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

“You’ve always gotta be one step ahead.” And one step ahead she is!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go back up north to Canada with a country-rockin’ chick, Michelle Holland!   This talented artist from Sasketchewan rocked the dHarmic Evolution podcast, and I’m so excited as we talk about the stories behind her songs and her songwriting process. It’s great how she’s keeping her head high and pursuing her passion in music, all while raising a family and working on a career.   On this episode, Michele also tells me about her influences, which include Garth Brooks and Patty Loveless, showing her preference for country music - and it’s apparent in her songs! I just love it! On this episode: Find out what her real name is - it’s not Michele Holland, that’s for sure! Michele and I talk about hockey - because Canada! We also share our Nashville stories and the landscape of music in Saskatchewan She tells me about how she likes to perform - first with family and friends! Oh, did you know Michele also does jingles? You gotta listen to how she feels about it! Find out what instrument Michele is most comfortable playing. I think we’re gonna hit it right off because of this!   Michele Holland songs featured: Shoulda, Coulda, Woulda Love me or Lose Me Sweet Smilin’ You Can’t Fool This Fool Reach out to Michele Holland: Soundcloud Reverbnation Facebook Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Here we are again at the last Friday of the month - and you all know what that means: it’s time for the Experience!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. Jacked Up Jimmy knocks on my door again and talks about - well - the elections!   But before that, listen up as I tell you the story behind my original song, “Ride On,” how amazing my production team led by Kim Copeland is (yes, I never get tired of singing praises for her!), and the talented David Pack, as well as my songwriting formula!   As usual, it was a fun conversation with Jacked Up Jimmy - amusing! Quite the character, this fella!   On this episode: I talk about my song “Ride On” Where am I in my production process with the Gratitude album? Find out! What’s my songwriting formula? It’s pretty cool. Listen up! Of course, my conversation with Jacked Up Jimmy involving back hoes, snow tires, and Donald Trump! You gotta check this out! It’s hilarious! I asked Jacked Up Jimmy about my tour which he’s planning with English Bob   Featuring my song “Ride On” from the Geography of the Soul album Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

“I’m not going to waste my energy on negativity.” Yes, we should all learn to get rid of negativity   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go down south to Alabama to visit the talented Jessica Meuse!   At the young age of 10, Jessica already knew she wanted to make music and perform. She has been on the road a lot and has a lot of performing experience - including American Idol and The Voice!   But behind all this lies the struggles of finding herself amidst all the negativity and bullying. Good thing is lass right here is a strong-willed one - and it’s just one of the reasons you’ll love her!   On this episode: Jessica takes us back to when she was a kid and when she was at the receiving end of a ton of bullying. Find out what Jessica did to shun all that negativity away! She’s been travelling a lot - find out more about her travels and gigs on this episode! Her songs are MOSTLY about man-hating! But she is capable of lovin’ too! It’s apparent in her songs. Find out more about Jessica’s story today! Did you know she is classically trained with the violin? Well, yes, she is! So talented! How does Jessica handle criticism? Especially during the time she was performing on national TV? Check out the answer on the interview!   Jessica Meuse songs featured: Real Grand Burning House Done Happy Ever After Reach out to Jessica Meuse: www.jessicameuse.com Facebook Twitter: @JessMeuse Instagram: @jessmeuse YouTube Reverbnation Soundcloud iTunes Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

The veterans of music. Oh yes, they are. Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we talk to two vintage-loving musicians, Chuck and Roddy of Times Up Music! These guys were in the service, but eventually settled down and went back to their first love: music. They do jazz and gogo music - and it’s a beautiful fusion of all vintage sounds! I love it! On this episode, Times Up Music brings us back to how they began, how they record their music, and what their goals and plans are for the future! This is an awesome interview - you shouldn’t miss it! On this episode: You’ll learn how they met and how they realized they were both into music How do they record their songs? Find out on this interview! Who produces their songs and what do they do to create this beautiful sound they do! Times Up Music tells us about the stories behind their songs What matters most to Chuck and Roddy? Well, it’s music and performing in front of people! You’ll be left inspired! They served in Iraq! Gotta salute these men for being brave - and for being extremely talented! Times Up Music songs featured: Better than Yesterday Window Seat My Main Man Shank Miss Muffit Reach out to Times Up Music: timesupmusic.com iTunes Facebook Twitter Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

“I believe in equality and making others feel good.” Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go visit the Lioness at her den! Dilana, originally from South Africa, roars loudly on stage with a voice so powerful she can totally rock your world. She’s gone through so much, especially in her personal life, and all these experiences have driven her to be more passionate with her craft. Some of Dilana’s influences include Tina Turner, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and Elvis Presley - along with so many others! Listen to my convo with Dilana today! On this episode: Dilana tells me about the song “Beautiful Monster” and that this was actually written based on her life She shares about her rough upbringing and how she never really had a normal childhood Dilana also speaks about kindness, equality, and being pleasant to others. Find out what she has to say about these three things! We talk about water and how it makes Dilana feel. She even named her daughter River! Find out why! Dilana prefers intimate acoustic shows! Find out why! She tells me about her songwriting style. You gotta check that out too! Dilana songs featured: Beautiful Monster Dead Flower Ocean The Woman I Am Reach out to Dilana: www.dilanarocks.com Facebook Twitter: @dilanarox Soundcloud Reverbnation Instagram: @dilanarox Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

With the right frame of mind, we can definitely do anything!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we visit my neighbor - a fellow musician from New Jersey - Cory Singer!   Cory always knew he wanted to sing, and he found himself musically back in high school. He also joined The Kandi Factory on Bravo TV and actually won the episode he was on! So honored to have such a talented dude on my show.   Besides his amazing voice, he also holds on to his mindset of just moving forward. He is more focused on songwriting and performing today, and I have to say it’s going pretty well. Having Asperger’s isn’t easy, he says, but all we gotta do is focus on our abilities instead of our disabilities.   On this episode: Cory tells us about his experiences and the song that was written for him during his Kandi Factory days The guitar was one of the first instruments he learned to play; but he tells us that he leans more toward the power of his voice He shares the story behind the song “I Can Do Anything” Words of inspiration from Cory - and they’ll get you up and running for sure! Cory talks to us about the reality of life, getting a job that you don’t fully enjoy - but you just have to keep going Find out the venues Cory enjoys playing in!   Cory Singer songs featured: I Can Do Anything Because of Rico From My Heart to Yours Welcome to Reality Reach out to Cory: www.corysingermusic.com Facebook Twitter Soundcloud Reverbnation   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

This ship is definitely not sinking!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to South Africa to chat with a talented lady, the beautiful Heather Waters!   Heather is an amazing lady who tells me to “go well!” Have you ever been told that? We had a great chat on this episode, and she tells me all about her musical experiences in her hometown, as well as when she went to the UK.   As what we do on dHarmic Evolution, you will get to hear clips from her awesome songs - you’ll definitely feel the rhythm!   On this episode: Heather coins the term “high school career!” I gotta use this more often! You should too! She talks about the culture shock she felt in the UK and how she played open mics and gigs over there So cool - Heather taught me new words I could use every day! It was a lekker time! LOL Heather also shared about her experiences with SFN - what is it and how did it affect her? Listen in! A blog that you too might want to check out - countingmyspoons.com! Check it out!   Heather Waters songs featured: Keep Walking Wake Up World Castles and Towers This Ship’s Not Sinking Reach out to Heather: Heatherwatersmusic.com Facebook YouTube Reverbnation   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

It’s safe to say that he’s all over the musical universe!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we visit an amazingly talented Canadian artist, John Kitsco.   John is an aerial photographer, a musician, songwriter, and producer too! See? What did I tell you about him being all over the place. John tells me about his younger years, writing songs about love and heartbreak - oh yes, he also went through one of those moments!   He also writes poetry - it’s awesome! The production on the songs he has done is nothing but top-notch. He’s a self-taught guitar player and has picked up some drum skills as well. Check out John Kitsco on the podcast today!   On this episode: He tells me that breakups are character builders! Oh, are they? We also chat about Jaye D Marie who was also on the show - they make some rad music together! John and I actually might have met in the past in the electrical business world! I wonder… You gotta listen to one of the poems John made - it’s heartwarming! He tells us that the harder you work, the luckier you get. Amen, brother! Listen in to his escapade with John Lee Hooker - something to do with whiskey and blues!   John Kitsco songs featured: Pretty Little Sunshine Girl The Big Black Cadillac I’m a Fool for You   Poem: Choice of the People Connect with John: Facebook Reverbnation Soundcloud Email him at jkitsco@gmail.com   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

She’s been writing songs since she was nine years old!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to Saskatchewan, Canada, to chat with a talented young artist!   Originally from Sudan, Amanie and her family moved to Canada as refugees, and she has lived in Saskatchewan since she was three. At age nine, she started to express herself through songs. The problem? She wasn’t that good with English. The solution? She grabbed a dictionary and started looking up words! Talk about initiative!   Amanie takes us back to the stories behind her songs - puppy love, teenage crushes, repressed emotions.   On this episode: Amanie tells us about the meaning of her name, and how “Illfated” came to be her screen name! She’s playing in South Africa! Adventurous girl we got here. Listen to how she landed this gig! There was a time in her life that she felt so down, and she tried to take her life away. Hear her thoughts on this and how music helped her get back on track. Celine Dion meets Beethoven? Not your usual pair but it has worked for Amanie! She talks about expressing black beauty! Amanie tells us her musical influences too!   Amanie songs featured: Letter to Myself Triangles Ultimate Candy Too Hot Follow Amanie: www.amanieillfated.com Facebook Twitter: @amanieillfated Soundcloud Reverbnation Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

We all just gotta BREATHE.   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we’re much more closer to home - in New York City.   Melissa B is a unique voice in a sea of beautiful music. Having grown up with parents who were in the military, she lived most of her younger life moving from one country to another - from Japan, to Germany, to Hawaii.   Her father was her main influencer. Before his passing, he encouraged Melissa to make music, to sing, to write. You could easily say he was the motivator that pushed Melissa in the right direction - and we should all be thankful for him because now we get to enjoy her music! On this episode: Melissa B talks about the style of music she writes and performs - you’ll be amazed at how she caters to so many genres! She talks about David Bowie. Listen to what she has to say about him and how he influenced her own craft! Melissa tells how she performs her gigs and shows! Is it with a live band or does she go all acoustic? What exactly is a Melissa B Experience? You gotta find out! She reveals that on this episode! Melissa also tells us her main music influences! She keeps good company, that’s for sure! What is Melissa’s “floodgate moment’? FIND OUT! Did yo know she won Vocalist of the Month on singeruniverse.com? Well, she did and totally deserved it! She’s been considered for 3 Grammy nominations for her song “Maria”! How cool is that! Aside from singing, she’s also a network engineer! One kickass woman we got here!   Melissa B songs featured: Breathe Steal from My Heart Underneath the Stars It’s Real Follow Melissa B: www.melissab.com Facebook Twitter: @melissablive Instagram: @melissablive Soundcloud YouTube Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Guess who dropped by today! Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. How’s everyone doing? It’s the last Friday of the month again, and you all know what that means: time for The Experience! On today’s episode, we have English Bob joining me and we talk about his fear of falling bridges - and basically the reason why he has never, ever - despite his being English and all - stepped foot in London! Woah! Revelations, revelations! A special guest came knocking on my door too! You wouldn’t believe who it is! English Bob was left in awe in his presence! Couldn’t believe his eyes and totally disrupted everything he ever believed in! Such fun times with Family Guy Peter Griffin! Also, hear it first here: the latest single off my Gratitude album, “Three Miles Wide.” Listen to the back story and what the song is all about too on today’s show! Songs Featured: Three Miles Wide   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media His visuals on Vimeo

A demanding ear and a demanding soul, these are what today’s guest has! Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we travel all the way to Athens, Greece, to visit the lovely and unique artist, Idril. Calling herself the Princess of the Elves, Idril makes her way into the music scene, showcasing her vocal prowess as well as her incredible talent in putting together lyrics and melody. She is indeed a spiritual artist who has grown up listening to so many artists - including Pink Floyd, The Beatles, and Led Zepellin. Idril takes us on a journey of beauty and dazzles us with her creativity and passion for music. Join us for the ride!   On this episode: Idril shares what influenced her while she was growing up We talk about her musicmaking techniques and compare notes! There’s a little bit of trivia about Joni Mitchell you wouldn’t want to miss! Idril gives us a sneak peek of how it is in Greece I was amazed to learn she taught French and even wrote a book about the tips and tricks in learning the language of love! She shares about how comedy and laughter is needed to balance out the tough times in life   Idril songs featured: Inner Voice, Inside Guitars Sheep and Bears Take Me Away   Follow Idril: Facebook Twitter: @idrilmusic YouTube Soundcloud iTunes Reverbnation Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Music has brought him closer to his Creator.   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to the UK to visit another talented artist with a heart, Anthony Everest.   Anthony Everest is a homegrown artist. He has gone through so many trials in his life, from feeling like an outcast as a child to being saved from emotional issues by his faith. Music became his sanctuary, and that sanctuary is beautiful!   On this episode: Anthony brings me back to his early days and tells me about how he discovered the love he had for music He talks about his songwriting styles and how he comes up with the melody “My voice is my main instrument.” Now, isn’t that just the truth? An autistic child was touched by music, and that in turn, has touched Anthony in a most heartwarming way He tells me about friendship and how this became his compensation for the emptiness he felt in his life Of course, Anthony also shares how his faith has repaired him and it’s just inspiring! Jesus is his number 1 friend! Now how cool is that!   Anthony Everest songs featured: Emptiness Follow Your Dreams Never Around Kiss Me, Baby Follow Anthony Everest: iTunes Reverbnation Anthony Everest’s blog Facebook Aremourin Facebook page YouTube Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

And now I take you back to the Land Down Under!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, I chat with Joanna of the awesome soft rock/folk band, Crossroad Y!   Crossroad Y is made up of the lovely Joanna, John, and Fabio. The three of them come from different backgrounds, and they met while working in the CBD of Sydney. Today, they have a number of songs under their belt and are continuously rocking the world of indie music. On this episode: Joanna tells me the back story of Crossroad Y. Guess how they met and what happened when they found out they had a similar passion for music! “We like the fans to put the meaning to the songs we write.” Isn’t that just something? She talks about “democratic” way that Crossroad Y does their songwriting process. Joanna introduces me to her friend, Muffin! Guess who that is! Writing happens anywhere! Check out her songwriting styles on the show. Susan Muranty and Crossroad Y actually have worked together! How come this wasn’t brought up?   Crossroad Y songs featured: Shout It Out Isolated Comfort Me Summer Days Follow Crossroad Y: Soundcloud Facebook Twitter: @CrossroadYBand Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Music and creativity sure does run in the blood! Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. I have a special guest with me today – my son, Trevor Kevin O’Connor! Trevor is the vocalist and lead guitarist for the band Dr Scientist, and he has several awesome tracks on his belt! He writes based on his emotions, and his songs reflect that of his passion toward loving, losing, and moving on. He also teaches music to kids at the Original Music School and helps them enrich their musical backgrounds. Since he was a kid, Trevor always was a singer by heart – and he loved to write his own songs too. He’s got that tenacity to lead and be creative in so many ways! For more of his story and songs, listen up to the entire episode! On this episode: Trevor tells us about the time he forced the neighborhood kids to sing karaoke with him He shares the back story to his songs! At the Original Music School, he teaches kids to do things with confidence. Listen to how he moulds the young musical minds of today! Of course, you’ll hear snippets of his rad songs! Trevor talks about the book he is working on – and I definitely need to get a copy!   Trevor Kevin songs featured: Maybe Belongings Sometimes the Bar Eats You What You Want   Follow Trevor Kevin Originalmusicschool.com Facebook Soundcloud YouTube Twitter Instagram  

Indeed a descendant of the Greek gods!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we a Greek musician living in Chicago: Sarantos.   Sarantos keeps himself busy with writing and producing music, as well as writing a trilogy! Yes! He’s that creative - and that busy! During the interview, he tells me about how it is being an indie artist and what keeps him up and about the entire year. I admire this man’s consistency, as well as his creativity. And to think he does everything himself! My headphones are off to this guy! Listen in to learn more about Sarantos   On this episode: Sarantos tells us about love and his song “Easy to Believe.” Listen in to what he has to say! He talks about the genre he experimented with on his first album; and how he moved on to the type of music he does now How does Sarantos do all his music production? Find out on the interview! This guy is just the busiest! His schedule is packed! How does he balance a day job and putting up with the work needed to live his passion for music? Guess what! The third book to his trilogy will be out soon! He talks about a sad time in his life: the passing away of his father and the song he wrote about him.   Sarantos songs featured: Easy to Believe What If I Never See You Again Back and Forth Follow Sarantos: melogia.com Facebook Twitter: @sarantosmelogia YouTube Instagram: @sarantosmelogia Soundcloud Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Post your content for the world to see on the dHarmic Evolution Facebook Community Page    

All she wants to do is living her artistic life! And boy is she pulling that off quite nicely!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to Sydney, Australia, to chat with Joy Villa! She’s an American but constantly travels the world, spreading her awesomeness all around!   Joy loves to travel and does a lot of motivational speaking, along with making music of course. This lady is just the bomb - a powerhouse of sorts, I may say! She began singing at a very young age and has since followed her heart and passion - which is music.   On this episode: Did you know that Joy Villa is actually in my future? Find out why and how that is so! Joy shares how she writes her songs, her style and what inspires her. You’ll learn about the first time she was in a theatrical production She bares herself and tells me how she completely overhauled her lifestyle and became a better person This is her third time around the world! We got a globetrotter here, ladies and gentlemen! I resonated with her when she talked about how it is being an indie artist. Hollywood stories from Joy Villa! You should check it out!   Joy Villa songs featured: I Make the Static The Darkness Surrender Vagabonds Follow Joy Villa: joyvilla.com Facebook YouTube Instagram: @joyvilla Twitter: @joy_villa Soundcloud Reverbnation Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

This angel certainly does love to fly!   Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to Houston, Texas, to visit the girl with a gypsy soul - Ni’ela Rocks!   Ni’ela is a DJ/singer-songwriter who loves to travel. She is passionate about her music, and today she is starting her own beverage company. With her free spirit and adventurous nature, one can only imagine how unique her music is! Check out the beautiful and talented Ni’ela Rocks on the dHarmic Evolution podcast!   On this episode: Learn about the background of her unique name! Ni’ela shares her songwriting style This girl with a gypsy soul has always been traveling and jetsetting! How cool is that? Did you know Ni’ela recorded her first song in second grade! Whaat! Ni’ela tells us about the book she’s working on - it’s her life story! She talks about her gigs and her rock band right now Find out what Ni’ela thinks about the music business Listen to what she plans for her future in her music career   Ni’ela Rocks songs featured: Make Me Feel Angels Need to Fly Keep on Rockin’ Drfited Follow Ni’ela Rocks Facebook Soundcloud YouTube Twitter: @NielaRocks Bandpage Instagram: @nielarocks Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

In the mood for punk pop? Well, you’re in the right spot! On this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast, I got a London lady oozing with personality and awesomeness - the rockin’ and rollin’ Millie Manders.   Millie grew up with music all around her, with Glenn Miller and the Red Hot Chili Peppers as two of her early influences. She’s got such a powerful voice that I believe the saying “bring the house down” was actually made for her! Seriously!   This musical powerhouse writes songs that is inspired by her personal experiences, and she sings about women’s struggles with physical and emotional insecurity. Millie wants to reflect the “crazy” in her songs - and man did she get her message across! Listening to her tracks will definitely get you up and running! Kudos, Millie!   On this episode: Millie talks about the back story of her songs She shares with me the kind of gigs she wants to showcase her music in Of course, early influencers! You’ll be amazed what she grew up with! Being socially viable is not all there is for Millie. She wants to be herself! You’ll learn how her insecurities affected her personal relationships Amy Rose songs featured: Transgression Obsession Teddy Bacchus Long Gone Follow Amy Rose: www.milliemanders.co.uk Facebook Twitter: @MillieManders YouTube Soundcloud Reverbnation   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. It’s the last Friday of the month, and with me again today is a very special guest - Jacked Up Jimmy! Did you miss him? I’m still debating on whether or not I did!   Well, yeah, so Jacked Up dropped by again today - and guess what! He drove in on a backhoe! I mean, is that even possible? We chatted up and discussed some really interesting things. We talked about sex, and how he has been “celibate” since 1989! What a character. And he tells me something about the Union and what they’re currently going through? Hmm. Better check that out!   Jacked Up Jimmy caused up quite a storm in my house when he dropped by - he tells me Peter Griffin from the Family Guy would like to come by dHarmic Evolution! Now I want that to happen! It better! All in all, his visit was awesome, cracked me up as usual - so you better listen in! Not just for Jacked Up, but also because I’m debuting my latest single of the Gratitude album, and it’s called “51 Shades of Gray!” Learn about the backstory and other juicy deets on the show! Listen up!   Songs Featured: 51 Shades of Grey Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to Ontario, Canada! Yes, Canada once again! I talk with Amy Rose who has a powerful voice that can just move you! She has amazing vocals paired with such inspiring songs.   Her early exposure to country music influenced her musical genre greatly, and she definitely nails country music! Amy Rose has Nashville written all over her songs - you can feel it! She just keeps coming back for more. Check out the talented Amy Rose on the dHarmic Evolution podcast.   On this episode: Amy Rose tells us the story behind her songs - which are phenomenal! She shares that her passport is getting tired because she comes back to “Nash Vegas” too much! Growing up with country music, Amy Rose has inculcated that into her system. Amy Rose talks about her amazing producers and how they helped her get her music out to the world! She also shares about her hesitations about making music, but she totally knew she wanted to be a musician - so she just did it! Going on the road with LeAnn Rimes and Garth Brooks! Whaaat! She sang a Backstreet Boys song - one that was written by Max Martin! This girl is destined to be big! Amy Rose educated me on Honey Boo Boo! Oh my! Amy Rose songs featured: One of These Days Bring Beer Just Want You to Know Waiting on Sunshine Follow Amy Rose: Facebook YouTube Reverbnation Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to Austin, Texas via the lovely and talented Alyssa Simmons. She’s originally from Detroit, and you know what they say, you can take the girl out of the Motor City but can never take the Motor City out of the girl.   Alyssa has started singing at a very young age and even got to audition to be Hannah Montana! Now we’ve got a superstar right here on the show. I’m excited to bring her music to you all, and Alyssa was so gracious to tell us the backstory of all her amazing songs! You definitely want to check her out.   On this episode: Alyssa talks about moving out of Detroit and into Austin where she is continuing to create awesome music She tells us about her Hannah Montana experience and other fantastic stuff she went through while working with Disney Alyssa also tells me about her writing style - being inspired by dreams or writing while driving, and all that jazz! She also shares with me how she was discovered by singing an Eva Cassidy cover!   Alyssa Simmons songs featured: Now or Never This Is War Boomerang Never Again Follow Alyssa Simmons: alyssasimmons.com Facebook Twitter: @alyssasimmons Instagram: @alyssasimmons_music YouTube Reverbnation iTunes Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content!    

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to Los Angeles, California, to chat with a uniquely talented artist, Angelique Bianca.   Growing up, Angelique has always been passionate about music. She’s an empowered lady who has strong opinions about society and how the world runs today. Angelique tells me that she loves writing songs that are about things that are going on in the world - she’s a big fan of social commentary. One of her favorite artists and influences is John Lennon - well, yes, of course!   Angelique has lived and worked in Ibiza, made music in India, lived in London, and collaborated with a lot of amazing people here in the US alone! Her ultimate goal is to grow old, look back, and confidently say that she has indeed lived. She’s also a movement leader in wellness  and believes in the power of good food and exercise!   This interview is a fantastic one - tons of value from Angelique that you shouldn’t miss!   On this episode: We trace her musical roots, going back to when she began with hiphop and rap. Did you know she was one of the first female rappers? Would you believe she’s 40? Nobody can tell! Guess what she does to be blessed with such a young and vibrant appearance! Angelique tells us about feeding her creativity, attending poetry reading sessions and the like. She tells us about her stay in Ibiza and how she carried on working nights as a DJ Learn more about the company and products that she’s a brand ambassador to!   Angelique Bianca songs featured: The World Revolves around You Fingers Crossed Covered in Stars Let Me Go Follow Angelique Bianca: Facebook Reverbnation Soundcloud Mixcloud Twitter: @angelfrequency Instagram: @theangeliquebianca ToolaStyle.com Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to South Carolina to visit with a young and talented musician, Hannah Lyndsay Lane.   Hannah started singing at the age of four and has gone on to adding melody into her poems. Her dad is also a musician, so there’s no surprise in her being a singer-songwriter! Safe to say that music does run in the blood! Good genes you got there, girl!   She talks about her future with me on the show and expresses her love for school, and that even when she will work on her music, she’s still going to college and eventually getting a degree! Now that’s what I call driven! Check out more of Hannah Lyndsay Lane on this interview! On this episode: Hannah tells me about writing poetry in math class and still getting an A! Now that’s gifted! She shares her musical influences and you wouldn’t believe who she’s got singing into her ears! Hannah talks about what she wants for the future like going to NYU, and I must tell you this is one goal-driven young lady here! You gotta know what she calls her father slash manager! Never heard it before but we gotta make it big! LOL Hannah Lyndsay Lane songs featured: Feel Good Vibe The Price of My Pain Glass House Happy Follow Hannah Lyndsay Lane: Facebook Twitter: @hannahlane014 YouTube Reverbnation   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we move closer to home, to Buffalo, New York, and chat with the lovely and mega talented - Katie Ann!   Did she know she left sunny San Diego to live in not-so-sunny New York? Well, yes, she did! She made an epic move and has been working on her career since then - having a sophomore album set to come out called Driven. Katie Ann wants to show the world that she can thrive and survive. She’s even putting out a vlog series, #17dresses!   Stories (both pleasing and bordering on horrific) about her Hollywood journey contributed to her decision to move to Buffalo, and boy was it the best decision she ever made! In Buffalo, she found love and her space in the music world. She was finally able to unleash her true potenial!   Katie Ann is a talented pianist and amazing singer too, so strap up your seat belts and join me on a ride!   On this episode: You’ll discover how Katie Ann transitioned from rap/hiphop to a more “evolved” form of music She talks about her other creative projects - ones you shouldn’t miss! Katie Ann talks about liberating herself and staging a revolution for yourself You’ll hear about her personal experiences when she was recording for an album in Hollywood - this one’s quite interesting, you shouldn’t miss it Katie talks paparazzi, recording, and other struggles she encountered in the recording process She dives deeper into her epic move and what it made her realize Community service is big for Katie Ann too - learn about how she’s raising her voice to bring awareness to the current public education system and why she thinks it’s time for a change   Katie Ann songs featured: Revolution Castles in the Sky Tequila Sunrise Strong Am I Follow Katie Ann: Katie Ann’s website Facebook Twitter: @ladykkatie Instagram: @ladykrhymes Reverbnation Soundcloud   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go back to Calgary, Canada, to visit with a talented songwriter, Jacqueline Kellock.   Jackie takes us to her hometown of Calgary and tells me all the great stories of cowboys and crazy, civilized Friday night fun! She also shares her songwriting style - hint: it has something to do with cars and rocking chairs. It’s all about the motion, baby!   Her songs reflect a folk, religious vibe - and she writes about cowboys, rodeo parties, the war and its heroes, and her faith. Jackie’ music will do wonders to your soul - it reaches out and touches you. You should check her creations out! On this episode: Jackie prays for stop lights when driving just so she could finish a song! Now that’s unique! She likes to work with other musicians to put her creation out into the world Jackie tells us about the story behind her touching song about World War II and the veterans - you wouldn’t want to miss this story! She lets us in on her writing process - which, yes, involves moving cars and rocking chairs! You’ll learn how she wrote a song on an envelope because she couldn’t find a piece of paper! Talk about being resourceful!   Jacqueline Kellock songs featured: Lead Me Back Home And No Birds Sang on the Beach of Sicily It’s Friday and It’s Crazy Lonely, You’re a Ruthless Cowboy Follow Jacqueline Kellock: Email: jacqueline.kellock@gmail.com Twitter: @jacquel51251467 Soundcloud Reverbnation Facebook   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter, audio/video artist, and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we visit the Land Down Under once again via the talented artist, Susan Muranty!   Susan is not only an amazing singer-songwriter, she also is a painter, and sculpter! Talk about a creative soul. Susan and I talk about her music, her passion, and how she loves to live her life in beauty. We delve into a creative talk about how a painting touched her life, opened her eyes as to the importance of injecting beauty in everything we do.   During the interview, she told me about her experience in Nashville - comparing it to Narnia when she landed! It was completely covered in snow! Susan is a fantastic conversationalist and I had a great time talking with this Aussie lady! Go check her out. On this episode: Susan takes us back to her arrival in Narnia (aka Nashville during a snow storm) There’s something about islands that put music into people! That’s what Susan Muranty believes. She discusses the story behind her songs and how she has a knack for beautiful lyrics - you can feel the love in her songs! Blue makes everything more beautiful! Don’t you agree? Susan and I think so! Hey! I might have proposed to Susan, and she agreed to buy a dress if I get her ethically sourced diamonds! What! Of course, Susan talks about her influences, what helped her to become the poetic wonder she is today. You shouldn’t miss this!   Susan Muranty songs featured: Blue Is the Hottest Flame Four Hands around One Heart Bright Star Stephen Hawking Wants You To Follow Susan Muranty: Susan Muranty’s website Facebook Twitter: @susanmuranty YouTube Instagram: @cybermermaid Soundcloud Reverbnation   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content!    

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to Canada to visit with an amazing singer, songwriter, teacher, and cartoonist! Yes, she’s all over the place! Busy woman indeed - she’s Jaye D Marie!   Jaye D Marie began singing a long time ago when she was working as a waitress and came up with a mobile karaoke business. She’s got several beautiful songs under her belt, and she’s worked with many talented people from all over the world.   Her songwriting process is just like every artist’s - paper all over the place! That cracked me up! Totally could resonate with that. Jaye D Marie has kept herself busy with her teaching job, her recording songs, and a lot of other things - because as she says, she doesn’t want to wake up at 85 and wonder what could have happened. You better check her out now!   On this episode: Jaye D Marie takes us back to when she started singing She tells us about her songwriting process Squirrels! Jaye D Marie talks about her cartoon characters. You’ll never guess how many squirrels she’s created She also talks about the venues where she plays her music Piano girl! Jaye D Marie tells me that she’s more into piano than any other instrument She also discusses about the kind of music in Calgary. JOTA - her first album. Check it out! And of course, her musical influences.   Jaye D Marie songs featured: Take Me Back Walk That Walk Too Pretty to Picture A Paycheck Away Follow Jaye D Marie: Jaye D Marie’s website Reverbation Facebook Twitter: @JayeDMarie Souncloud Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we go all the way to the United Kingdom again to chat with a talented RnB artist, Sophia May!   Sophia May always knew she had a knack for writing songs and singing - and she enjoyed what she was doing, so she pursued a musical career. Growing up listening to Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston, Sophia evolved into an amazing artist who mirrors the two musical legends in her tracks!   She spent some time in New York and got down with the Brooklyn boys and adapted the music in the area and brought it back to the UK. She has been doing both acoustic live shows and big performances with some great producers! You should check out her music; you’ll surely enjoy it! On this episode: Sophia May takes me back to her musical roots She talks about her tracks and how they were conceived Sophia May talks about how she feels when she performs acoustic shows! All musicians can relate to this! She tells us about her writing process - pen and paper in hand with her handy Macbook to record melodies and harmonies You’ll get to hear snippets of her music - hot, quirky, and enjoyable! Sophia discusses about her future plans and gigs - stay connected with her!   Sophia May songs featured: I Can’t Help Myself Running Away Na Come Out Take Me There Follow Sophia May: Sophia May’s website Facebook Twitter: @sophiamaymusic Instagram: @sophiamaymusic Soundcloud Reverbnation   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. On today’s episode, I hang out with a rock musician who started performing professionally at the age of 7! Woah! Everyone, help me welcome Jordan White!   Jordan professes that his main music influences include a majority of those from the sixties and seventies. Right now, he plays his show solo but does occasionally perform with a band or as a duo. He’s been busy, busy, busy playing live shows and just getting his music out into the world.   On this interview, Jordan tells me about channeling his feelings of discomfort into his music, which makes for it as being therapeutic. “Makes me feel more together,” he says. Jordan is quite careful in picking his gigs, and he reminds all other musicians to be wary of that as well. He reminds us to know how to prioritize, how to maximize time, and focus on working toward a goal. On this episode: I loved it when he tells me about his hesitation in getting a smartphone. Would you believe he just got his first smartphone last year? WHAAT! Find out why! Jordan tells me that he is color-blind - and he explains how that’s like! He reminds us to be very wary of our time as musicians. “You need to prioritize what you're doing so you're not driving 6 hours for 6 people.” True, brother! Jordan tells me about his writing style, his writing schedule, and his general approach toward working on his career Jordan White Songs featured: Maybe, Amy No Promises Before I Go Out Bloodshot Follow Jordan: JordanWhiteMusic.com Facebook Twitter: @jordanfwhite Instagram YouTube Reverbnation Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. Merry Christmas, everyone! I’ve got a special guest today - all the way from England. He’s quite a handful, but it’s always a great time to hang out with this fella! Ladies and gents, join me and English Bob on today’s episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast!   English Bob dropped by and talked about his little fiasco with Dr. Woofenboot - all because he was feeling a bit flatulent! Cracked me up! Oh my, English Bob, you caused quite a situation there. I also went on to ask him about his argument with Jacked Up Jimmy - find out what he has to say about it.   Also, on this episode, I talk about the second single off my Gratitude album, “Connected.” I wrote this for my friend, Larry. Check out what the song is all about and the history behind my writing of the song! It’s quite special to me - I can’t wait to share it with all of you!   Thank you so much for always tuning in to Dharmic Evolution. You don’t know how much that means to me! This is my gift to you all! Thank you! Don’t forget to subscribe! Merry Christmas!   Songs Featured: Connected Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media His visuals on Vimeo https://vimeo.com/149830918  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. On today’s episode, I am joined by a pin-up girl! How fun! Not only is she a super talented singer and songwriter, she’s also a model, a dancer, and an entrepreneur too! I mean, what can this lady NOT do, huh? Ladies and gentlemen, I have Heather Ballentine for you all today!   Heather is originally from California but moved to Canada after she got married; and incidentally, that’s where she met her dream producer, Pete Anderson! What really struck me about Heather is how unique she is - and it’s intentional. On this interview, she gives us pearl after pearl after pearl of wisdom on how to establish a personal brand, how to stand out, how to create an image and keep it for yourself. She’s just amazing, I tell you.   Even when she’s busy with different fields, Heather tells me that music still remains to be her #1 love. You got to check out the show, it’s a good one - I assure you! On this episode: Heather shares to me how she arrived in Canada and that fateful night she met her dream producer She talks about branding and how being yourself can drive you to success Heather also discusses about her other endeavors - which you should all totally check out too! She tells me about the songs I featured on the show and the story behind each one! Great stories, I tell you! Did you know she has a fashion line and TV show in development? This lady is on fire! Seriously!   Heather Ballentine quotes: “I think of myself as a brand.” “Embrace the things that make you different.” “Figure out exactly who you are, and  you need to make sure you like who that is.” “When I go to write a song, the classic influences creep in.” “Social media is crucial to get your brand out there.”   Heather Ballentine Songs featured: Kiss Me Don’t Circle the Wagons Drama Mama Christmas Kisses Follow Heather: HeatherBallentine.com Facebook Instagram: @heather_ballentine Twitter: @HNBallentine YouTube   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. On today’s episode, we take a trip to Kilkenny, Ireland, by way of New Mexico with today’s talented guest - the lovely Laramie Cooley.   Laramie has got a killer singing voice, and she’s also a great screenwriter, as well as a makeup artist! I know. What can this girl not do, huh? On this interview, we talk about how she traced her roots to Ireland, and ever since she found out, she’s been singing about it.   This girl is so grounded when it comes to her faith, and it’s apparent in her songs and they way she sings them!   Be inspired by this talented young lady and join us for an epic ride on the dHarmic Evolution podcast! On this episode: Laramie tells me that she doesn’t play an instrument. Find out about the great guitarist she’s working with! She talks about God and how her faith is the main driving force behind her musicmaking. This girl is all over the place! Learn about her career as a screenwriter. She also shares about an audition that got her working on a big film! Laramie takes us through how she writes her own lyrics. What is her inspiration? Find out about Laramie’s singing style and who mentored her to be this amazing!   Laramie Cooley quotes: “The lyrics are your dialogue.” “All of the music comes from God.” “I am my worst critic.” Laramie Cooley Songs featured: Break These Chains The War Song You Take My Hand Yet to Fly Follow Laramie Reverbnation Facebook Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. In today’s episode, a talented singer all the way from the UK joins me! Chas Castell is originally from the UK but has since found his home in Los Angeles, California. He tells me about how he went through the transition of moving from one continent to another, how he shifted from working as a project manager to being a musician (and using that background to leverage his own music promotion! How rad is that?), and of course how he goes about creating the music he is putting out into the world. Chas talks to me about his project with Jessica Mellott, who was also on the show (check out her episode 39!) and the new single is working on. You also get to listen to some of Chas’s awesome songs on this interview, complete with the story behind those songs. Listen to the full interview now! On this episode: Chas talks to be about his background in working in the digital world, and how this has become useful to him to this day You’ll learn about his songwriting projects with his brother and collaboration with Jessica Mellott He tells us what’s he’s been doing, what he’s been up to, and what he’s excited about as the year closes Chas also tells me about leveraging music on social media and marketing it properly! Could use that, that’s for sure! Chas Castell quotes: “Your time is your biggest asset.”   Chas Castell Songs featured: Just So Hard to Love You Pull Me Under Charcoal Good Times Follow Chas: ChasCastell.com Facebook Twitter: @chascastell Instagram: @chascastell Soundcloud YouTube iTunes Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. On today’s episode, I have with me a lady who’s not only busy making music but is also concerned with connecting the people to the music, especially in the Philadelphia area. Ladies and gentlemen, Jennifer Logue.   Jennifer is behind the awesome blog called Rock On Philly, which is a website dedicated to the Philadelphia music scene. Jen came about the blog when she moved from New York to Philly and realized that the music scene there definitely needed a boost. Of course, her first love is singing and songwriting but she has since gone out to help other artists reach their audience through the blog. She does have a heart of gold, doesn’t she?   On this episode, we talk about the stories behind her songs. She also tells me a little bit about her childhood background, her early years, and what pushed her toward the direction of music. It’s quit inspiring! And she reminds us all to take care of our bodies, our health! Totally true!   Check out Jennifer and her songs - listen to the full interview now! On this episode: Jennifer tells me about her big move from NYC to Philly and how that changed her life She talks about wake-up calls about her health, and how we should all take care of our bodies You’ll get some really inspiring ideas because Jen just gives powerful insights about life and music! Jennifer tells me about Rock On Philly and how you too can help spread the word.   Jennifer Logue quotes:   “Songs are like your kids - you want them to grow up and that they’re taken care of.”   “It's not about how many people you touch, it's that you touch them.” “The people that I'm most inspired by are also the most humble.” “Music was my saving grace.” “There’s so much power in a blank sheet of paper.” Jennifer Logue Songs featured: Jeans Pretty How Much I Love You Incognito Follow Jennifer: JenniferLogue.com RockOnPhilly.com Souncloud Facebook YouTube Twitter: @jenniferlogue Instagram: @jenniferlogue Spotify Reverbnation   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. In today’s episode, I have with me an interesting artist. She’s so mystical and has that fairy tale vibe to her! Meet Clodagh, all the way from Sydney, Australia. She has amazing talent, great taste - and she produces her own music! How cool is that! In this episode, Clodagh tells me about her childhood and how growing up with medieval reenactor parents influenced her music massively! She’s into a lot of really cool stuff, and her songs? Beautiful! You can check her out on Soundcloud - links below! Listen in and join me and Clodagh as we talk gold and ghosts, Greek mythology, and what-not! On this episode: Did you know Clodagh grew up as a princess? Find out what she means by that! Clodagh wanted to get the music playing in her head and creating a masterpiece, but just couldn’t seem to get the right people to do it - so she produced her music herself! This girl has talent - oh yes, she does! She plays the guitar, the violin, the ukulele, and she sings like an angel! Clodagh tells me about the meaning behind her songs, one of which was about finding love and losing love. Now isn’t that something we could all relate to? She tells me about a song patterned after Rapunzel - but reversed! Whoa! Listen to the story! Clodagh Songs featured: Ghosts in the Wires Gold Dream of Iphigenia The Sun Follow Clodagh: Facebook:  Clodagh R-w Soundcloud: CLODAGH Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. On today’s episode, I have with me a good friend of mine from the music scene, who is a phenomenal guitar player - Bob Cannon!    Bob tells me about his early influencers, such as Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Buddy Holly, and a lot more! And you could easily hear these people in his music. He also talks about his songwriting style and how he has traveled and moved all over the country - enhancing his music even more!   I tell you, this man is really talented and you should check him out now! You’ll do yourself a favor.   On this episode: Writing is rewriting - that’s what Bob says about songwriting! How true is that? He talks about his song Weapons of Mass Seduction - he has a great side story to it so you better listen in! He talks about being a journalist and how he traveled throughout the country Bob talks about wanting to take time and being a tourist in Nashville! Well, this one’s interesting: Bob tells me about Chlamydia! Hold your horses, it’s not exactly what you think. Check it out to learn more! Write a song like a crime novelist would! Ooh, that’s something!   Bob Cannon Songs featured: Oh Cecelia Weapons of Mass Seduction Chlamydia Since You’ve Gone   Follow Bob: BobCannonMusic.com Souncloud: Bob Cannon Reverbnation: Bob Cannon   Don’t forget!  Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media                              

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. On today’s episode, I take you all the way to the Land Down Under to talk with an amazingly talented songwriter - Dr. Joe Romeo! Yes, you read that right. He’s a medical practitioner in Australia, but has since known that his true passion lies with music.   Joe talks about his early influences and his first love - Mozart! During his younger years, he has leaned toward a more musical side but has since evolved to listening to other music such as that of the Beatles’, pop, and eventually, Christian rock music. His songs are incredible - well-produced, well-written, and just done really tastefully! He has got an amazing system going on in terms of writing and producing his music too. You’ve got to check Joe out!   Amidst his tight schedule, he has found time to indulge himself in what he loves most: music.   Head on over the Dharmic Evolution podcast page for the full interview! On this episode: You’ll learn about how Joe writes his music and the people who help him create such powerful songs! Melody first, words second. That’s what Joe’s writing style is all about! How does a medical doctor who has six children squeeze songwriting and gigs into his busy, busy life? Find out! Joe Romeo’s awesome songs! You’ve got to take time to listen! They’re just absolutely great! The influences he had when he was younger - what were they and how did it affect his songwriting? His songwriting process and all the help he gets from talented people all over the world Learn how Joe keeps up with the changing landscape, especially in Christian music. Joe Romeo Songs featured: Shepherd Take Me to the Fields His Children Thank You Follow Joe: Soundcloud: joe__romeo Reverbnation: Joe Romeo   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. On today’s episode, I have quite a powerhouse of a lady when it comes to social media marketing! She’s set up a consulting and coaching business over the years and is still growing, partnering with different authorities and leaders in the social media world--Jenn Herman!   Jenn began with a blog that she says had around a 100 readers. She didn’t start with a big audience, just like everyone else. With hard work, dedication, and continuous learning, Jenn has molded herself to become the social media guru she is today.    She specifically loves Instagram (and she doesn’t hold back from saying it out loud, a lot of times!). She’s been all over the Internet, helping businesses grow and target their market through various social media channels. This girl is smart! You should all listen to her tips and tricks on how to become more effective on social media and get that business of yours rolling!   On this episode: Jenn shares how she started, and her mistakes during the early stages of her business How being consistent in your posts/content will reward you one day She talks about be a “podcast whore.” A what? Find out what she means by that! Jenn talks about Instagram and how to make your photos stand out! She also digs into the world of Facebook and Pinterest, and what type of content you should post on these sites!   Jenn’s Quotes: “Put up a landing page, or send them to page on purpose.” “It’s amazing what you can do if you do it well.” “I LOVE Instagram!” “Be consistent.”   Follow Jenn: Jenn Herman’s website Facebook: Jenn’s Trends Twitter: @jenns_trends Instagram: jenns_trends Pinterest: Jenn Herman   Don’t forget!  Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. It’s the last Friday of the month, and with me today is a very special guest - Jacked Up Jimmy! Quite a character, he is! Man, you’re gonna love this episode.   I’ll also be debuting my song “Tango On” from the Gratitude album. I’m so grateful to have such a wonderful production team - with Kim Copeland as my kickass producer, of course - to work with on this album. I had so much fun doing it, and looking forward to more sessions with the team!   Going back to Jacked Up Jimmy.. What’s this I heard about him and English Bob not being in good terms? This is definitely not good! Check out what Jacked Up Jimmy has to say about that!   Thank you so much for always tuning in to Dharmic Evolution. You don’t know how much that means to me! This is my gift to you all! Thanks, don’t forget to download, rate, and subscribe! Have a happy Thanksgiving!   Songs Featured: Tango On Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. Today, I have my first-ever jazz vocalist artist guest, and she’s got one heck of a voice - Lisa Casalino, all the way from Beverly Hills, California.   Lisa talks about how she got started in music, being raised in a family of music lovers - she tells me that her father had a collection of records which she grew up listening to. You know, this lady is full of surprises! She’s into music that I never really thought she’d be digging - she’s a big fan of Motley Crue! Can you imagine that? She discovered her musical inclination at a very young age and eventually decided to take up music in college, and actually became a music teacher! Lisa’s really something, you guys! You better check her out. Listen to the full interview to find out more of Lisa’s story and how she makes music - plus her dog Alyssa Do is something! Just adorable! On this episode: Lisa shares about her early beginnings, singing in the choir in her hometown and how she really wanted to sing more She talks about singing in nursing homes - which was where she had her first gigs! How the heck did she think about that?  Lisa also talks about how she wanted to write country music during the early years of her career. What made her shift to jazz? YACHT ROCK - what is that? Find out what Lisa has to say about that type of music! She also shares about her plans for her upcoming projects - check them out! Of course, sound clips of Lisa’s beautiful songs! Lisa Casalino Songs featured: S’Wonderful Call Waiting Break a Leg Christmas Is Still Christmas Follow Lisa: Lisa Casalino’s website Facebook: Lisa Casalino Twitter: @LisaCasalino Instagram: @lisacasalino MySpace: Lisa Casalino YouTube: Lisa Casalino Soundcloud: Lisa Casalino Reverbnation: Lisa Casalino Don’t forget!  Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. On today’s episode, I have the lovely Jessica Mellott, originally from the East Coast but has since been based in Los Angeles, California.   Jessica shares to me her passion for music, how she realized she had a talent of music at a very early age, and her musical influences. It’s amazing how this girl grew up with a mixture of musical genres - Tina Turner, Led Zepellin, AC/DC, Mariah Carey. How much more diverse can you get?   And she was part of the Tower of Power too! How awesome is that! This girl really has the passion for her music, and she works hard on it too!   Check out the full interview to listen to more of Jessica’s story and her songs too!   On this episode: Jessica shares her experience being part of the Tower of Power She tells us all about her writing styles, as well as where she got her music genes from - it involves some fake Frank Sinatra-singing! Sound clips from Jessica’s songs! Awesome music! Find out who Jessica’s favorite artists as well as her musical influences growing up Jessica talks to us about why she’s still on MySpace! Listen to Jessica explain how she feels when she’s performing live You’ll learn about her plans for the future of her career Guess what? She likes me! I think I just landed a fan!     Jessica Mellott Songs featured: I’m What You’re Looking For Princess Christmas in Love   Follow Jessica: Jessica Mellott’s website Facebook: Jessica Mellott Twitter: @JessicaMellott Soundcloud: Jessica Mellott YouTube: Jessica Mellott Instagram: @jessicamellott   Don’t forget!  Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content!    

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. Today we are going for a ride to Austin, Texas! Man, this episode sure is something!   With me today is the serial entrepreneur, sales and marketing coach, copywriter, small business activist, and CHIEF SEXY BOSS (yes, you read that right!) - no other than Heather Ann Havenwood.   Heather is regarded as a top authority on internet marketing, business strategies, and  marketing. She’s so good at what she does that a few people have labeled her to the Icon Creator or the Wizard Behind the Curtain! Heather is amazing, as she not only gives entrepreneurial advice, but relationship advice as well! Incredible, I must say!   Check out the full interview to hear more about Heather’s story and business. On this episode: Heather tells us how she started off as a copywriter and how devastated she felt when suddenly everything was taken away from her She talks about copywriting and how it is the groundwork for all businesses. You gotta sell, sell, and sell! She goes through her daily routine and tells us what’s the highlight of her day - coaching and copywriting. Heather gives me dating advice! It’s something I MIGHT use one day! She shares how, while at dinner, she asked her date if he was gay! How crazy is that! Check out what Heather thinks a powerful woman is - and who she deems as powerful women in the world today You’ll get valuable insights and tips/tricks from Heather herself! It’s something you should NOT miss.   Quotes from Heather Ann: “What goes around comes around.” “I'm no longer ever going to retire!” “The groundwork is always copywriting. It drives your success.” “We want [men] to understand that we're talking feelings.” "Never keep anyone in my life that is not part of my fan club." “Never stay where your presence is not valued.”   Resources: DatingTriggers.com - where Heather and her team shares valuable dating advice to men SexyBossInc.com - the rulebook for women on sex, money, and success HeatherHavenwood.com - Heather’s business marketing coaching site Follow Heather Ann: Facebook: Heather Ann Havenwood Twitter: @hhavenwood LinkedIn: Heather Ann Havenwood YouTube: Heather Havenwood TV   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. In today’s episode, we visit an amazing entrepreneur and the host of the Solopreneur Hour podcast, the great Michael O’Neal. Michael is not only an established online entrepreneur but also a drummer, a car enthusiast, and an overall awesome person! It’s wonderful to hear that this powerhouse actually came from a family of musicians! Woah! Not only is Michael a talented musician, but he also is growing bigger and bigger in the online business space. For his business, he talks largely about he started out as someone who worked for big companies and helped them grow, but it just didn’t feel right for Michael. So he took his knowledge, skills, and experience and created his own business. He started out by doing social media live training and eventually started his podcast, which is booming right now. This is a great interview, and I’m grateful that Michael has been nothing but gracious toward me and the dHarmic Evolution community.  To know more about Michael and his story, listen to the full interview. You will love it! On this episode: Michael tells me about his journey with music and what he did to transition from that to becoming an online ninja He shares about his love for vintage cars and the upcoming event he’s going to attend! Check it out! Michael tells me about all these cool people who are equally amazing as he is He encourages everyone to just begin their journey; after all, you wouldn’t know how it will end up unless you start He teaches me a strategy on how to actually attract a podcaster and get you on his show! Nice! Of course, you’ll learn some tips from Michael O’Neal on how to get your online business started and how to make it survive He calls himself “improbably unemployable.” What does that mean? Listen as Michael explains it Michael tells us about a “pool cast.” Sounds cool, doesn’t it? Quotes from Michael O’Neal “Everyone gets so concerned about how they’re gonna do something.” “It’s going to reveal when it's going to start.” “You open one door, and another three doors open.” “If you wanna be successful, surround yourself with success.”   Resources: Bill Ray - drummer  Integral Institute The Fourth Turning by Ken Wilber Stuart Davis The Kickass Life podcast with David Wood Podmastery with Jordan Harbinger and Michael O’Neal Mechanic to Millionaire podcast with Dave MacArthur   Follow Michael: Solopreneur Hour podcast Facebook: The Solopreneur Hour Podcast Twitter: @solohour YouTube: Michael O’Neal iTunes: The Solopreneur Hour Podcast Stitcher: The Solopreneur Hour Podcast   Don’t forget!  Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes  Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. In today’s episode, I have with me a beautiful young lady who discovered her passion at the early age of 5, and started writing songs at 8---Kylie Odetta.   Kylie Odetta from South Carolina has always known that she wanted to be a musician. From the first time she went on stage and performed at her school’s talent show, she knew right away she wanted to do that for the rest of her life.   Growing up, her musical influences varied. She listened to some Ed Sheeran, Elton John, and she’s been digging jazz! Kylie keeps herself busy nowadays by playing live around the North and South Carolina area. She’s also opened for a lot of big names such as Gavin DeGraw, Colbie Caillat, Austin Mahone, and the like. How awesome is that!   It’s so refreshing to have spoken with Kylie, as her music is top-notch--plus the girl knows her social media marketing! How much more effective can this girl get?   Listen to the entire interview to learn more about Kylie!   On this episode: You’ll learn how songwriting was for her---as a child! Learn how Kylie was bullied for being “different” because she was more interested in music than caring about who’s popular How she uses social media to promote her music What she plans to share on her next EP which is coming about next year!   Quotes from Kylie: “It came naturally, and it felt like home to be making music.” “If I had let that completely drown me, I wouldn't be where I am today.” - on being bullied “I'm so glad that the joy I get from music and from writing and from sharing that passion was so much greater than those temporary times of sadness.” “It's just about growing and learning.” -on her evolution as a songwriter “I want to create something that I can replicate live.”-on her plans for her next EP   Kylie Odetta Songs featured: Already Gone Take Caution Too Deep in Love Scarred Follow Kylie: Kylie’s website Facebook: Kylie Odetta Twitter: @kylieodetta Instagram: @kylieodetta iTunes: Kylie Odetta Soundcloud: Kylie Odetta YouTube: Kylie Odetta Reverbnation: Kylie Odetta   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Introduction Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. And boy have I got a story to tell today! In this episode, I have with me the amazing Stuart of Stuart. FM. I’m excited to have him on the show today, as this music master has got it nailed down! His guitar riffs and slides are heavens to the ears! Join us as we chat about his history, when he first picked up his guitar - which was supposedly for his sister - and how the music of legend Jimi Hendrix has pushed him more toward the path of music! I had a wonderful chat with Stuart, and I bet you will too! His tracks are amazing, and worth every second to listen to. Stuart and I also get into the topic of the future of music - fidelity and royalty and how these are important to balance out the equation in the music world - and how important it is to get the attention of your audience. It’s important for today’s artists to have more fans or followers than actually sell records. Truly inspiring, Stuart isn’t only a musician but a successful entrepreneur as well, giving rise to the NIA Technique, which is a worldwide fitness and wellness holistic educational company. You definitely want to check this episode out! On this episode: You’ll learn about how Stuart borrowed his sister’s guitar at 11 and discovered that he had fallen in love with music Stuart tells us about growing up in an American military family and spending most of his life in Rome - because if you’re going to do it in style, then do it in Italy! He tells us about his song “Trees,” which has been translated into Italian! How awesome is that! Stuart talks about his song “Forever,” and how it was written during his period of teenage angst. You’ll learn about Stuart’s business, NIA, which focuses on fitness and wellness and helps people understand the language of their bodies. “Pain, shame, anger, and blame” - the emotions he felt while writing the song “Two Little Children,” as he was amidst a difficult time in his life. Stuart and I exchange our opinions on our music’s fidelity and royalty. Stuart lets us in on what he does during his downtime! StuartFM Songs featured: Forever Trees Two Little Children Sleepwalk   Resources and links: Stuart.FM - Stuart’s website NIA   Follow Stuart on social media: Facebook: Stuart.FM Twitter: @StuartFM7 Reverbnation: Stuart7 Soundcloud: StuartFM YouTube: Stuart60   Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. In today’s episode, we go all the way to Denver, Colorado to speak with another talented artist, Owen Kortz. Owen grew up in a musical family, with a major Beatles influence. In high school, he took his first guitar lessons and easily fell deep in love with music making. While learning, his mother who also wrote songs coached him, hence becoming the powerful musician and lyricist he is today. He relies on his feelings, emotions, and experiences when writing songs; Owen is also a fan of co-writing, enjoying his time with friends who also love making music. His major influencers for his style of music include The Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel, James Taylor, and more. As to the kinds of music he likes to listen to at the moment, he tells me that it varies, probably because of the extensive background and exposure he has been through all these years of listening, writing, and creating music. Aside from writing and playing songs, Owen keeps himself busy by helping out music students enrolled in the Songwriting Program of the Music and Entertainment Industry Studies Department at the University of Colorado-Denver. In addition, he volunteers for the Urban Peak Homeless Youth Shelter. Talk about a music man with a heart! Check out the full interview for more of Owen’s stories. On this episode: You’ll learn about Owen’s style in music writing Owen’s major influences in music How Owen came to help with the songwriting program at the University of Colorado-Denver Sound clips of Owen’s songs---which are awesome! The details on Owen’s albums and other amazing stuff you don’t want to miss! Quotes from Owen Kortz: “It’s just a matter of starting with an object or a guitar riff.” -on how he gets inspiration for writing lyrics “I ask myself, ‘How can I put this in such a way that will connect with my extended family - my audience, my community?’” “I between gigs, I do a lot of writing.” “It’s just about bringing people together around music.” Owen Kortz Songs featured: I’m There I Love You Hello, Old Friend Leave My Love with You Resources: The Success Principles by Jack Canfield The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey The Craft of Lyric Writing by Sheila Davis Writing Better Lyrics by Pat Pattison Follow Owen: Owen Kortz’s website Facebook: Owen Kortz Twitter: @owenkortz Soundcloud: Owen Kortz YouTube: Owen Kortz Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media

Welcome back to the dHarmic Evolution podcast with me James Kevin O’Connor, singer/songwriter and master storyteller. In today’s episode, I have a very special guest who is an absolute natural-born artist. It’s my pleasure to have with me on the show, Kimberly Otte straight from Denver, Colorado. Kimberly grew up in a home that didn’t allow many extracurricular activities, but she knew deep in her heart that she wanted to make music; she just didn’t know-how. Eventually, Kimberly moved from her small hometown of Valentine, Nebraska, to Denver where she studied art. At this point in her life, she finally decided to take music lessons and live her passion for music. And the rest, as they say, is history. Now, Kimberly is living her dream writing and playing music. It’s such an inspirational and moving story. Listen for more of Kimberly's story now! On this episode: You’ll learn what pushed Kimberly to pursue her musical career Awesome sound clips from Kimberly’s song which will surely convert you to becoming a fan! How she came about producing an album and how she has been faring so far Find out what Kimberly does to focus and get in the zone for creating music Check out when, where, and how inspiration hits Kimberly! Find out Kimberly's favorite music and artists (she likes soul and RnB, as well as Adele and Anthony Hamilton!) Quotes from Kimberly: “I was escaping through music.” “My songs are about empowering women and double standards.” “I write out all my emotions and experiences on paper.” -on how she writes songs “It centers me.” -on yoga “When I run, it’s kind of meditative for me.” “Just keep pushing myself to go to the next step.” -on her challenger for herself Kimberly Otte Songs featured: Just One Kiss Lonely Tears Marrying Me Love Is Possible Follow Kimberly: Kimberly Otte’s website Facebook: Kimberly Otte Twitter: @KimberlyOtte01 Reverbnation: Kimberly Otte Soundcloud: Kimberly Otte YouTube: KimberlyOtte01 Don’t forget! Subscribe to dHarmic Evolution on iTunes Please sign up on dharmicevolution.com for free bonus content! Follow dHarmic Evolution on social media  

Katie is a music producer in LA California, grew up in Montana on an Indian Reservation started playing Piano as first instrument, started with the suzuki method, studied as a classical musician, but it seemed like a chore..... Once I started being creative with piano and in 8th grade i got a guitar with the Tascam Recorder, #244 experimenting with sound and instruments, and was very exciting.......... Studied in Oregon and Montana in College and knew I wanted something creative, applied to Berkley, got into Production and Engineering, I was deciding between Nashville and LA, and was interning, and landed a job at "the Village studio" and the hours were challenging, i saw the add for "Drums for you" which later became 'Studio Pro's"  People call me from all over the world and, today I heard from people from Norway, Isreal, France, Italy, Russia, Ireland, Peru, and Gayana. Neil Barlow was on this show earlier in the week and commented about Studio Pro's Turn around process for a full song can happen in a week but we recommend 48 hours for each instrument to give the artist time to evaluate the songs. We have a network of excellent musicians who are touring, and when they come off the road, they become available. All our session musicians have their own studio's that are professional studios, not home studio's. Demo's to be pitched are something we also do.......... We attract artists through our website, some online marketing, and some social media, but delivering high quality is how we get our work.............. We are starting to offer video services, to help artists get their music out onto Youtube, Fixed Frame.......... Co Producer is Rob Hutzel   * Links www.studiopros.com (310) 928-7776

Taking a short from touring break but on the figure 8 Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota My Mom played the Troubadour, bars, and family, more of a Hobby, but got me interested in Music, High School, Garage Band High School,  We play "Outlaw Country" Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, my brother loved AC/DC, I play a Tennessee Rose Gretch, I have a lot of Guitar players that I really like, Angus Young, Brad Paisley, John Fruscianiti, Warren Haynes and Derek Trucks, all the legends, Clapton, Page,  Writing process is, I rough out a verse, chorus, etc, then bring to the band Achievments: Winner best Country Band 2015, Winner Rocky Mountain Battle of the Bands 2014 Winner best Country song 2014 Colorado Music Association, Best Americana Song 2013 Colorado Music Association Ryan donates all the profits from the song "Give" to Charity............ Sturgess South Dakota, has the largest Harley Davidson Motorcycle rally and it was their 75th this year, Population 6000, grew to 1.2 Million almost overnight! Some of the campgrounds have clothing as Optional, some of the larger acts that play such as Aerosmith.......at the Buffalo Chip, some others Puddle of Mud, Fuel, Saliva, some 90's acts etc..... * Links To Ryan Chrys and the Rough Cuts http://www.roughcutsband.com/music/ https://soundcloud.com/ryanchrys https://www.facebook.com/UpFromTheNorth?fref=ts   I like established venues, where people come to hear our music, Festivals have many many bands, so you are not playing to your audience,  I Produce my music with and an old friend from Colorado..........we recorded some music with Troy Luccketta from Tesla Touring mid way through September, then off to Texas in November, then Kansas, Oklahoma, and, New Mexico I listen to streaming, but I like carrying a physical product away from a show * The Band Bradley Weaver Lap Steel and Harmony vocalist, singer/songwriter Vic Stauffenberg is our drummer Paul Lanier is our bass player * Tracks from Ryan Chrys and the Rough Cuts * Tonight we Ride * Give * Shoot the Moon * This Road Never Ends  

Neil's family moved out on him because of his after shave, Drums drew me into the music scene along with the Glam Rock stage. Drums really came up in the mix around the mid 80's, Bernie Taupin was someone I admired, I would write lyrics to Kenny G's music just to have a melody to work with. I started writing poetry in school, and wrote what I felt from the Heart. I went to Art College, a tutor there was working with a Producer, and put me in touch, I wrote "Talk to you"  Vickie Fallon, on vocals, and Gareth Young Producer, Danni Minogue and the Sugar Babes, Neil Taylor, Tommy Denander,  I have dreamt a song, and then woke up to a new song that I had written, Michael J Scott is someone I wrote some tracks with.  Myspace still around? A new track we are working on its called "Crazy"  The new Album "Emotional" is out by Michael J Scott, and has some of my work on it David Cook influenced the track Lie, with his approach, Daughtry influenced my writing as well. I started writing the song Lie when I was 15, and finished it about 6 years ago, rewrites are good. I use Chris at Studio Pros in LA for some of the vocals etc Garreth Produced "Father" Tommy Denander just released a box set and included "Father" as one of the tracks on his record. My Uncle Influenced this song, and its good to take the time to appreciate the now! Just write, and don't judge it, just write! When Prince was asked what is your best song, he replied, "The next one"   Neils Tracks * Look so Deep * You Gave your Heart *  Lie * Father Links https://soundcloud.com/search/sounds?q=Neil%20Barlow https://www.facebook.com/Neil-Barlow-songwriter-170018959679096/timeline/    

Katey Laurel is from the great state of Colorado, but grew up in Vermont, then travelled in the VW bus, just like the hippie days! From the Delaware water Gap, to the Appalachian Mnts, with dulcimer playing, then a Coal town in Colorado. There were horses near the flat tops wilderness area, not far from Wyoming. I have lived in an amazing place near the Mountains, but now am in the Suburbs, but still love being near the Mountains...... The Optimist, a really great track, and its me in perpetuity, overall I have an underlying hopefulness, and its my faith in God that keeps me that way. The inspirations in my life have been, Bluegrass, Classic Rock, Fleetwood Mac, Doc Watson, Tom Petty, Emy Lou Harris,Joan Baez, then I became influenced in Pop, Janet Jackson, Debbie Gibson, Paula Abdul. Stevie Nicks, Jars of Clay, Switchfoot, Newsboys, Ben Folds Five, Cake, Natalie Merchant, Dixie Chicks. Walnut Valley, Tuscon Folk Festival, Great American Song, International, Country Showdown, NPR Mountain Stage, International Songwriting Competition Life is my inspiration, music is therapeutic, and captures the honesty......like a Journal only better. "Its so great when you write something that's really good" I am part of the Durango Songwriters Conference and help out their administration. Meghan Trainor got signed through Durango. I like to listen to Amos Lee, Asgeir from Iceland, Bon Iver, the weepies, Keith Urban, Shanai Twain. Alpha Rev, Katie Hertzog, Hawaiian Music, Hapa  I write relationship, philisophical, and story songs, I play out regionally, and house concerts, Books I have been reading, Ann Lamot, Traveling Mercy's, Jeanette Walls, The Glass Castle, Half Broke Horses, The Silver Star Warren Huart worked with me on my new EP, and I have a Christmas Record coming out also. Tracks played from Katey's music * The Optimist * Hurricane * Periscope * Thanks for Loving me Links to Katey and her music www.kateylaurel.com https://www.facebook.com/kateylaurel?fref=ts twitter@kateylaurel https://soundcloud.com/search/sounds?q=Katey%20Laurel   

I was born in Sussex, but did a lot of gigs in the Brighton area, I was influence by Kate Bush, Tori Amos, Delta Goodrem, and play piano and sing, I had a formal education and learned about piano and voice, I started with classical voice and training. 3 New records, Live for now, the acoustic album, & belle époque, is a co write with Maggie K De Monde, who was with Scarlet Fantastic in the 80's. No memory.........Belle époque brings me to a beautiful new era, and its time to embrace that, I met my other half, and I knew it was meant to be, and that song signifies this change..... I co wrote "Without You" with Andy Ross, as a kid I came up with melodies while I was running or walking, develop a melody, then go to the piano, and the lyrics most time comes last as the music is where the emotion is for me. Nature is a good influence on music. The London music scene is a great diverse area for music, there are lots of pubs and venues, open mic nights are really good for testing things out.    Over the next year I would like to mix in some good cover songs with my own material, and find some great places to play that has a good sound system and sound engineer. To find an act that I can support on the road. I am most excited about my new albums coming out, and getting out and doing gigs and promoting my music, and publishing, and got my music on Holly Oaks, a television show. Just got my track "Summers Day" through Leopard Music!   I like the Goo Goo Dolls, Foo Fighters, Michael Jackson,  I like River Dance, how can they dance on an oil drum! the music is uplifting and has a great story!       Songs by Amanda Living the Dream Without you Relentless Summers day   Links https://soundcloud.com/amandashaw-1 https://www.facebook.com/amandashawmusic?fref=ts    

Sue Teaches us all about Instagram and how to use it properly, a native New Englander, started as an Entrepreneur, with Dad, as a 13 year old in an auto parts store. Learned all about being exposed to business at an early age. First business was painting metal hair berets, and sold them at school to other girls who wanted to buy! This was the first of 18 business's Business is in my DNA, had many different business ventures, getting on Periscope as and early adopter, and Love Instagram more than anything else! I have a degree in Nutrition, went to Simmons College in Boston Mass.  Started hand painting clothing in Virginia Beach, and sold out of a pushcart, sold boxer shorts, boxer rebellion became a million dollar business. Have had many business experiences. Moved back to Boston, and started "Only in America" sold T shirts and boxer shorts, College market, etc Started Consulting for Ked's Sneakers, put Loony tunes on their sneakers, etc.  I am doing coaching and charge from $500-$1000 per hour depending on the value that is being sought out. I love helping other people make money and their dreams come true! I love to see people have success, and teach them how to get there. I love personal fitness, and nutrition, and learned about Facebook, that was my first Social Media, I worked with Nathan Latka, created shopping on FB Our kids teach us everything! I learn from the kids, they are on snapchat, fastest results for business on Instagram. Michael Stelzner brought me on stage at Social Media Marketing World Sue has Youtube channel Strategy guide on my website, make sure you have a photo with your face on your Instagram, make sure your bio is set up for success, use the right key words, have a bit.ly link that allows you to track your success. Have been using Periscope religiously and doubled our revenue in a short time.  Speaking at Tropical think tank, and love to travel, love the black eyed peas, Brandie Carlisle, listen to books on audible, just got a book from Bryan Kramer, shareology, the power of sharing and collaborating. I am writing a book, on Instagram pocket guide. My third creative live course, joining me on stage is.........Sunny Lenarduzzi, it will be held in San Francisco........... Steve Dotto, Brian Fanzo, AJ amex, Jeff C, Nathan Latka, November 19th and 20th. Let me know that you came over from Dharmic Evolution......   Links https://instagram.com/suebdo.capecod/?hl=en www.suebdo.com https://www.facebook.com/Sueb.doCapeCod https://suebzimmerman.com/    

Born in Connecticut but new home is Boston! Dancing in the Crib! I did ballet, went to New York often, loved hip hop, wanted to be President until Selina's death. Using my dancing to go into music, then took up flute, didgeridoo, and kazoo (not really) but then came piano, I like to describe my music to producers, then by way of selection, I will process and then select. Jada was a band that I spent 8 years in, a Boston based girl group, I brought my dance chops to the table while working on my singing. Worked with Red One, and Ray Kaye, both established producers. We modeled ourselves after Vogue, and boys to men. I need to learn how to navigate the business and we kept our circle tight. Working with Surefire creative studios, Jared is the Producer I am working with now, and he is singing on "Believe" I was involved with Dancing and Modeling, but felt I was too short to be a Runway model and was not really interested in that. Modeling is an interesting career, but does not always look like it feels! At one time I was asked to take off my top at a photo shoot, and had to cry over this! Not my thing, no one prepared us for this. Dancers have a way of carrying themselves, its hard to get a photo of me, so I am looking like I am swallowing a frog!!!#$%^&  I have weeks were I am in creative mode, and it depends on how I am feeling, then sometimes I go 2 or 3 weeks without writing, but I always have idea's in my head! Boston had lots of Unique musicians, Berkley of course, Rock, House and Dance music, but not lots of Pop music. Lots of bar bands and open mic's to play out. Focusing on finishing my EP and getting it out there in January. I sang the national anthem with Jada at Gillette Stadium, Madison Square Garden, The new EP will be titled Electric Love and out in January Links to April Forrest   www.aprilforrest.com twitter@aprilforrest https://www.facebook.com/AprilForrestJada?fref=ts https://soundcloud.com/april-forrest8         Songs played on show * Electric Love * Believe * Forever *Magic