In today's episode of “Behind Every Indie”, host Julia Appleton sits down with Kevin Pauls, a powerhouse gospel vocalist & performance coach with decades of experience on stage. Kevin shares his journey of pursuing his dream, highlighting the significance of hard work and the sacrifice necessary to make an actual living at music. The conversation touches on what to do when you DON’T have the support of your community, and how to keep your ego at bay. Join us for a candid conversation about the realities of pursuing a career as a performing artist and how to embrace your passion through perseverance. You can find Kevin Pauls wherever you get your music, including ⁠Spotify⁠ and ⁠Apple Music⁠. You can also follow him on ⁠Instagram.⁠ For everything "Behind Every Indie", follow host Julia Appleton on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠. If you'd like to learn more about Julia's Indie Artist Coaching services, check out her website⁠⁠ here⁠⁠, and you can check her artist project River Woods on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Apple Music⁠⁠.

In this episode of "Behind Every Indie," host Julia Appleton interviews Okay Kenedi, an up-and-coming alternative pop artist based in Atlanta, Georgia. Okay Kenedi emphasizes the importance of a supportive community in her music career, combating imposter syndrome and staying grounded. She highlights the impact of her producer & mentor, Dan Hannon, and how crucial it is for relationships to be two-way streets. The conversation also focuses on songwriting, emphasizing authenticity and the therapeutic value of the creative process. Join us for an inspiring discussion on the transformative power of community, mentorship, and the art of songwriting. You can find Okay Kenedi wherever you get your music, including Spotify and Apple Music. You can also follow her on YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. For everything "Behind Every Indie", follow host Julia Appleton on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠. If you'd like to learn more about Julia's Indie Artist Coaching services, check out her website⁠ here⁠, and you can check her artist project River Woods on ⁠Spotify⁠ or ⁠Apple Music⁠.

In this episode of "Behind Every Indie," host Julia Appleton chats with Canadian artist and Twitch streamer, Colleen Dauncey, about the importance of having a DIY attitude and embracing the messy, rule-free world of music and art. They discuss how to use social media and collaboration to succeed as an indie artist, as well as tips for finding the right collaborators and developing songwriting skills. Colleen also shares her insights on building a community on Twitch and using it to document her creative process. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on creativity, community-building, and breaking the rules! You can find Colleen Dauncey wherever you get your music, including ⁠Spotify⁠ and ⁠Apple Music⁠. Be sure to check out her Twitch stream, and you can also follow her on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. For everything "Behind Every Indie", follow host Julia Appleton on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. If you'd like to learn more about Julia's Indie Artist Coaching services, check out her website here, and you can check her artist project River Woods on Spotify or Apple Music.

In this episode of "Behind Every Indie," host Julia Appleton talks with singer-songwriter Katie McGee about the challenges of branding and staying true to yourself in the music industry. They also discuss the importance of having a supportive community and workshopping your songs live to see how they resonate with your audience. Katie emphasizes the significance of being a good performer, and how to approach industry professionals as human beings to form genuine connections. Join us for an inspiring conversation about the value of mentorship and community in the music industry! You can find Katie McGhie wherever you get your music, including Spotify and Apple Music. You can also follow her on Instagram and TikTok. For everything "Behind Every Indie", follow host Julia Appleton on Instagram and TikTok. And if you'd like to learn more about Julia's Indie Artist Coaching services, check out her website here.

Behind Every Indie is the podcast about the value of community and mentorship in the music business. Episode 1 coming May 10, 2023!