OCML Podcast #93

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OCML Podcast #86

OCML Podcast 

Episode 86 with April Duran

This week we have April Duran on the OCML Podcast. She started getting involved in the music scene when she began working with LIVENATION. It was right there and then that she saw the need for a movement to inspire and empower Women in the music, sports and entertainment industries. She then launched Rag House Media which caught the attention of a Program Director at Hot 103.9 FM and asked her to promote and host a Local Artist Show Showcase which now airs every Sunday at 10pm.

OCML Podcast #85

Rants & Raves Reboot

OCML Podcast #84

Be A Hero Fest Recap 

The team discusses the ups and downs of throwing a DIY festival, renting gear, blowing a power circuit and having 15 bands on local festival. 

OCML Podcast #83

The Evolution of Electronic Music 

Live instrumentation and performance has been taking the place of the one man DJ. We give our opinions on the evolution 

OCML Podcast #82

StageHand Stories 

Funny stories from gigs, how fast a gig can get dangerous & our favorite gigs of the past year. 

Song - Gravler - Give up the Ghost 

OCML Podcast #81

Consistency in Behind the Scenes Storytelling

Starting a Vlog, personalize your message, connect individually

Song - Blindboss - Newport Douche

OCML Podcast #80

How to Best Reach Your Demographic

What Content Do I Need to Represent Myself Professionally

Song - Mothersound - Fifty-Two

OCML Podcast #79

Episode 79

Equality in the Music Industry

Disproportionate representation of select groups

Inherent discrimination built into

Line between art and entertainment

“Female Fronted” is a band term that objectifies the woman

Song -  Nate Hancock - No Place Quite Like Home

OCML Podcast #78

Episode 78

The Relevancy of Record Labels & Physical Audio Media

Are Record Labels still relevant in today's music scene? Does an artist need them to make it in todays industry?

This week the team talks about the relevancy of "The Record Labels" existence? They also talk about the importance of

branding. How branding helps bands and artists make money and establish a strong presence. Does your computer have

a cd player? Is physical media still relevant? Does your band only have music online? The team also talks about "Adapting

or Dying",

This week the team discuss the relevancy of the Record Labels in today's music scene. Are they still a staple or a stepping

for local bands to make it to the next level? They also explain why it's important for bands and artists to work on their

branding. One of the many tools that a band/artist needs to work on in order to establish a strong presence. Also, when

was the last time you've inserted a CD in your computer or car? We talk about the relevancy of physical media.

In this episode you will learn about:

-The current influence of a record label in today's industry.

-The importance of Branding

-Should artists focus on their Brand or Should they focus on their music?

-Should bands invest in physical media or digital?

Song of the Day: From Zero To Hero- Villain 

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OCML Podcast #73

Episode 73

with Enzo Gallium from Zero to Hero

The Difference between long-term passion and your weekend gig.

You will learn:

1.How did you come up with the band name?

2.What Enzo did prior to his current project.

3. The Difference between Pay to Play back in the day and today.

4.Understanding the difference between your fulltime passion and your weekend gig.

5. Understanding the legal factors when playing sketchy pay to play shows.

This week we have Enzo Gallium the lead singer from the band From Zero 2 Hero. We talked about what inspired him to get into music. His first few bands he was introduced to that made him realize that music was his life calling. He also shared some of the hurdles he went through that most musicians tend to go through as they take part of the local music scene. Factoring the legal options you have when partaking in sketchy pay to play shows.

Thank you for listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear check out more of our content at ocml.us

OCML Podcast #72

Episode 72
Rants and Raves
This week the team sits down and talks about what urked them in the past couple of months. Keep in mind, we haven't done a Rant's and Raves in a long time so, we all know the team has a lot pent up! They take some questions from Facebook Live and Instagram Live. For those that want to participate, send us your questions via FACEBOOK!
Team Members participating on this podcast John Safari, Kevin Martin, Nolan Davis, Dave


Band of the Week:Gus McArthur - He who swallowed God
Follow them on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Thank you for listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, check out our website at ocml.us 

OCML Podcast #71

Our guest this week is Local Music Promoter Gig Boss and Website Designer Vinay who are the founders of a website called MUZAIC which is a site where artists can get gigs and promoter can discover new artists. As of today MUZAIC has 600+ bands and 30+ promoters on their directory and continually growing with each month. Gigboss also talks about his history with the music scene and how its all changed over the years. He shares with us what bands should do when they are booked and before they play a show. Share stories, experiences and what you are doing to save the local music scene where you are from by joining GigBoss and Viney's Facebook Group Save Local Music   
Join a fast growing music community online. Sign up, Post, Get Booked! go to www.muzaicshows.com

Things you will learn:
1. Integrity is key to a fair music scene.
2. What frustrates Gig Boss the most about the current music scene.
3.The Difference between traditional booking and the new digital option.
4. How to get the attention of promoters via digital content and social media.
Thank you for listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear check out more content at ocml.us


Song of the Week: Porcelain Hill- Coming to Get you

OCML Podcast #70

Episode 70
Indecent Exposure Podcast/OCML Podcast Dual Interview

This week we have Kevin McMahon from the band Rebel Soul Revival and voice of the Indecent Exposure Podcast from Chicago Illinois. This is a special episode where Kevin Mcmahon interviews the OCML Team and vice versa!

In this Episode you will learn about:

1. Kevin Mcmahon and how he began his podcast.

2. What major incident happened during the tour that changed the rest of it drastically.
3. Kevin’s method of producing his podcast and what it takes to get his guest talking.
4. Kevin Mcmahon interviews our own Kevin Martin about his penis. LOL

The Song of the Week is brought to you by: Rebel Soul Revival - Chase Me

Thank you for listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, check us out at ocml.us 

OCML Podcast #69

Episode 69

Inside the mind of a Promoter/Talent Buyer with Nolan Davis

This week we have Nolan Davis on our podcast and he sat down with us to chat about his involvement with OCML in 2018. Nolan runs his own promotional brand in Fresno called RAD Music. He brings up his work ethic and views on the local music scene after working in two completely areas.

In this Episode you will learn about:

1. The difference between promoting shows online and in person.
2. The best way to contact a promoter.

3. What a promoter/Booker looks for in bands.

4. The Importance in networking and exploring different local music scene.

The Song of the Week is brought to you by,  In the Wake of the End- OWLS

Thank you for listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, check us out at ocml.us 

OCML Podcast #68

Episode 68 

The Importance of Networking with John Safari and David Martinez

In our world networking is key to finding new business and connecting with influencers. In this episode John and David will give you a few pointers into the importance of taking chances, attending networking events and the importance of proper branding. 

You will learn about:

1. The Benefits of attending Networking Events.

2. Should you carry business cards or exchange numbers?

3. How to truthfully brand yourself in accordance to the event you are attending.

4. The importance of taking chances and LEAVING your room to establish new connections.

Thank you for stopping by and listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, subscribe and check us out at www.ocml.us

Gravler- You win some you lose some. 

OCML Podcast #67

Episode 67 

Why you should start a podcast and how? with Mike Stark

Mike Stark is the Co-owner and producer at LA Radio Studio which hosts no only the OCML Podcast but 13 other podcasts. In this episode we will talk about the benefits about starting and running a podcast. Get to learn about his experiences while working in the radio industry and his shift into his current business ventures. 

You will learn about:

  1.  The benefits of starting a podcast. 

1. The importance of curating good content. 
2. How Mike started and built the LA Radio Studio over time. 
3. Consistency is the name of the game. 

Thank you for stopping by and listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, subscribe and check us out at www.ocml.us

From Zero 2 Hero ->From Ex’s to Ashes 

OCML Podcast #66

Episode 66

Establishing and maintaining a strong sense of Community with Brandon Croom

In order to understand yourself and your surroundings, it is best to engulf yourself in a wide variety of genres. Having that open mind helps you connect with people of different lifestyles and in essence creating bonds and probably business opportunities. Brandon explains how he is curating that state of mind and hosting a weekly event with OCML.  Brandon is the drummer for the band "Anatomy of Decay" and currently performs under the name "Eyez" while the band is in hibernation. 

Thank you for stopping by and listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, subscribe and check us out at www.ocml.us

Song of the week. 

Asylus- Falling Horizons 

OCML Podcast #65

Episode 65 

Planning your album release from beginning to end. 

with Tommy Prevost 

At some point every musician is ready to release their latest music either online or in physical form. Tommy Prevost gives us an insight on what he has experienced as a musician. He explains his songwriting process, how he chooses what studio to work with. What he went through to choose the right artwork. The differences he experienced when he was recording the first album and his latest one. 

 You will learn about:

1. The difference between recording at home and a rehearsal studio. 
2. Researching and Choosing your recording studio. 
3. Planning and preparing is the name of the game.

Thank you for stopping by and listening to the OCML Podcast! We are a group of promoters, artists, and fans that enjoy local music! Our main focus is to introduce you the listener into our world of the local music scene. You will gain a perspective and knowledge from us the promoters, fellow artists and fans that host this show. It will also help you get a better idea of the local music scene and how it works. If you like what you hear, subscribe and check us out at www.ocml.us

Song of the week 

The Sly Digs - Patchouli

OCML Podcast #64

Episode 64 with Jon Tessin - Career Drummer
Life of the Hired Gun in the Local Music Scene.
Bristol To Memory - It’s Okay