Podcast Summary
Improving life aspects with convenient solutions: Bite offers affordable orthodontic treatment, Thumbtack simplifies home projects, and innovative tools and services help achieve personal goals
There are convenient solutions for improving aspects of your life, whether it's your smile with Bite clear aligners or managing home projects with Thumbtack. Bite offers doctor-directed, affordable, and flexible orthodontic treatment with a discounted impression kit. Thumbtack simplifies home improvement projects by connecting you with highly-rated local professionals. Meanwhile, musician Michael Vampire shares his journey from Vampires Everywhere to Dead Girls Academy and the success of their recent album, "Doves in Glass House," during the pandemic. These examples illustrate how we can make progress on personal goals, from appearance to home improvement, with the help of innovative and accessible tools and services.
Staying Positive Amidst Criticism: Maintain a positive attitude despite negativity, learn from past experiences, and stay true to oneself to achieve success.
Despite facing criticism and negativity, maintaining a positive attitude and not letting it affect you is key to success. The speaker, who has dealt with trolling and hate online due to her public persona, shared how she learned to brush off the negativity and focus on the positive aspects. She drew inspiration from Rob Zombie's quote that if you're not hated, you haven't achieved success. The speaker also discussed her background in music and how she transitioned from being a bass player to a lead singer due to frustration with egotistical lead singers. Through these experiences, she emphasized the importance of staying true to oneself and not letting the opinions of others define one's worth.
Lessons learned from the music industry: Staying true to oneself and having resilience can help artists navigate the challenging music industry. Mentors and support systems can provide valuable guidance and opportunities.
Navigating the music industry can be challenging and full of unexpected twists, but having a strong sense of self-worth and resilience can help artists weather the ups and downs. The speaker's experience with her husband and her own journey, starting with her first band "Used Guys" playing pop punk music, taught her valuable lessons about the industry and the importance of staying true to herself. She learned these lessons from mentors like Richard from Drive Thru Records, who helped her understand the industry and showed her the ropes. Despite facing opposition from parents and dealing with hate, the speaker's determination and passion for music led her to success. Overall, the music industry may be shady, but for those with the right mindset and support, it can also be a rewarding and fulfilling journey.
Navigating the Challenges of Starting and Maintaining a Band: Starting and maintaining a band involves personal and artistic growth, interpersonal conflicts, and navigating the music industry. Adaptability, resilience, and a strong sense of self are essential.
Starting and maintaining a band can be a challenging journey filled with personal and artistic growth, as well as interpersonal conflicts. The advent of digital music platforms in the late 90s and early 2000s allowed for more control and cohesion in the creative process, but also introduced the influence of labels and commercial success. The speaker shared experiences of touring in the early days with a U-Haul van and the evolution of their sound and band dynamics over time. Ultimately, the process of finding one's unique voice and navigating the music industry requires resilience, adaptability, and a strong sense of self.
From self-managed beginnings to major label signing: The interviewee started their music career by managing themselves and booking shows, eventually leading to a major label signing. Unexpected success came from opening for a major Japanese band, and performing at a large venue despite feeling inadequate was a significant milestone.
The interviewee's music career began with them booking their own shows and managing themselves, even before they were signed to a record label. They recounted their experiences opening for various bands in Florida and their decision to move to California to test themselves in the music scene there. Later, they were signed to Century Media, marking the beginning of a journey in the industry. An unexpected moment of realization came when they opened for a relatively unknown Japanese band called Extra Pan, who turned out to be one of the biggest bands in Japan. The experience of performing for a large crowd at Roseland Ballroom in New York, despite their feeling that they sucked, was a significant milestone. The interviewee also mentioned that they have seen their husband perform drunk on stage, but they do not share that habit.
From Unconventional Beginnings to Music Industry Journey: Grew up with unique family background, struggled with alcohol during performances, but found support from mother and hope through a record label connection.
The speaker, who grew up with an unconventional family dynamic and a passion for music, has had a unique journey in the industry. He shared stories of his past experiences with alcohol use during performances and how it affected his vocals. He also discussed his upbringing, which included being raised primarily by his mother after both of his biological fathers passed away. The speaker expressed that his mother has come to be proud of him despite initial concerns. He also touched upon the theme of how the pursuit of success in the music industry can change people, some for the better and others for the worse. In the end, the speaker is still striving to make it in the industry and has formed a connection with a friend who runs a record label, offering a glimmer of hope for his musical aspirations.
Engaging with fans and being authentic contributes to artist growth: Transforming painful experiences into powerful music and connecting with fans can lead to artist success
Engaging with fans and being authentic can significantly contribute to an artist's growth, even in genres where such interactions are less common. Maxine's personal experiences, including dealing with bullying and a difficult breakup, have provided her with unique inspiration for her music. The importance of this connection was highlighted when she encountered respect from unexpected sources, including established artists in her genre. Despite her introverted nature, Maxine has found ways to connect with her fans, creating a loyal community that has supported her throughout her career. Her ability to transform painful experiences into powerful music has been a defining aspect of her success.
Love, creativity, and relationships: a complex mix: Inspiration can come from both beautiful and painful experiences. Respecting boundaries and girl code can lead to successful relationships despite initial challenges.
Creativity can emerge from both beautiful experiences and painful ones. The artist in the conversation shared how their inspiration comes from a mix of new love and past hurts. They also discussed their unique dynamic in their relationship, which despite the challenges, works for them. Another topic touched upon was meeting a significant other online and the unexpected twists and turns that can come with it. The artist shared their story of how they met their partner, Maxine, and the initial challenges they faced due to another woman's territorial behavior. They also talked about the importance of respecting girl code and eventually ending up in a successful relationship. Overall, the conversation highlighted the complexities and surprises that come with love, creativity, and relationships.
Navigating Love and Public Life as an OnlyFans Creator: Authenticity, unity, and resilience are essential for OnlyFans creators in dealing with societal expectations and fan interactions. Building strong relationships and respecting each other's choices are crucial in this complex world.
Building a strong and united relationship is crucial in navigating the complexities of love and public life, especially when dealing with aggressive fans and the stigma surrounding adult content platforms like OnlyFans. The speaker shares her personal experiences of adjusting to new relationships and the acceptance of fans, emphasizing the importance of standing together and respecting each other's choices. Additionally, she highlights the appeal of new content creators on OnlyFans and the unique dynamic between creators and their audience, where time and engagement are valued just as much as the content itself. Ultimately, the key takeaway is the importance of authenticity, unity, and resilience in the face of challenges and societal expectations.
Social media platforms cracking down on explicit content: Creators must be cautious about content as platforms become stricter, with preferential treatment for established artists or those with industry connections.
Social media platforms, including YouTube and Instagram, have become increasingly strict about content, particularly when it comes to explicit or provocative material. My friend Michael Vampire shared his experience of making a music video with lingerie-clad models, only to have it rejected by YouTube due to its perceived crudeness. This contrasts with the platform's leniency towards content from established artists like Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion. It seems that labels and conglomerates have deals with these industries, giving them preferential treatment. Michael also mentioned that his Instagram account was deleted due to a change in terms of service. It's important for creators to be cautious about what they post and to understand the ever-evolving rules of these platforms. Michael can be found on Instagram under "Michael Vampire" and "Dead Girls Academy," and Maxine's Instagram is "exorcismofmaxine."