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  • Episode 86 - Lukas Rossi (Wrecking Room, Rockstar Supernova)
    On this weeks episode I speak with Canadian Rock musician/singer/producer - Lukas Rossi.Many of you will know of Lukas from his time spent appearing (and then winning) the CBS reality show - 'Rockstar Supernova, which lead to him becoming the vocalist in a supergroup featuring Tommy Lee, Jason Newsted and Gilby Clarke. Additionally, he has been successful as a songwriter and collaborator in other acts like - The Halo Method (alongside Ben Moody from Evanescence), King City (alongside Neil Sanderson from Three Days Grace) and recently launched his new band called 'Wrecking Room)...During our chat we talk about auditions, touring, going viral and and the art of staying true to oneself, among other things...For more information on Lukas Rossi and his career, please search for Lukas Rossi across all socials.As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by -'Buying Us Coffee'.https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'.https://www.soundbrenner.com/pages/affiliate-travis-marc?srsltid=AfmBOopHlrWNB7C5ZBQz--Z0rVf789RfGQS1cEUxZjy9aBABp6FVZv6-
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  • Episode 85 - Valerie Franco (Spinal Tap, Hayley Kiyoko, Phantom Lynx)
    On today's episode of the show I talk with the highly talented - Valerie Franco, (AKA Didi Crocket of Spinal Tap). Valerie is an American based drummer/musician - who in addition to appearing/performing/recording/touring with artists like Bonnie McKee, Haley Kiyoko and Gracie Potter (among others) is now also the latest drummer for the loudest band in the world - 'Spinal Tap'. Valerie' was kind enough to take some time out of her schedule to talk to me about all things drumming, music, music business, auditions, music education, how her position as 'Didi Crocket' in Spinal Tap came about and much, much more. Big shout out to our mutual friend Sarab Singh for making the introduction for us to have this chat, as I I found Valerie's passion for music to be completely energetic and contagious.For more information on Valerie Franco and her career, please search for  ⁨@seevaldrum⁩  across all socials.As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by -'Buying Us Coffee'.https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'.https://www.soundbrenner.com/pages/affiliate-travis-marc?srsltid=AfmBOopHlrWNB7C5ZBQz--Z0rVf789RfGQS1cEUxZjy9aBABp6FVZv6-
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  • Episode 84 - Jack Daley (Spin Doctors, Lenny Kravitz, Joss Stone)
    Today on the show I talk with - Jack Daley. Jack is an American based bassist/producer/songwriter - who in addition to being a member of the Lenny Kravitz band for roughly 15 years, is now a member of the Alternative Rock band 'Spin Doctors' - and has worked with an array of artists (over the years), including - Beyonce, Joss Stone, The Lighthouse Family, Natalie Imbruglia, M People, Rob Thomas, Michael Jackson and many, many more. In addition to his role as a musician, Jack also owns and works as a producer at his 'Dug Deep Production' studio facility in New Jersey. Which again, has had a very impressive list of clients since it's opening in 2017.We talk about auditions, relocation for musicians, musician mindsets, being prepared and life on the road...For more information on Jack or his studio, please visit - www.jackdaley.comAs usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by -'Buying Us A Coffee'.https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'.https://www.soundbrenner.com/pages/affiliate-travis-marc?srsltid=AfmBOopHlrWNB7C5ZBQz--Z0rVf789RfGQS1cEUxZjy9aBABp6FVZv6-
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  • Episode 83 - Dave Elitch (Weezer, The Mars Volta, Miley Cyrus)
    In episode 83 of the show, I speak with the extremely insightful - Dave Elitch. Dave Elitch is an American drummer/educator who (over the years has) worked with an array of artists/bands during the course of his career. Some of these names include The Mars Volta, Weezer, Miley Cyrus, The 1975, Justin Timberlake and many, many more. In addition to his role as a musician, Dave has also made quite the name for himself as an educator and has become somewhat of a 'drum guru' in relation to the way the body works in conjunction with the drumset. He's even given lessons to some of the biggest drummers on the planet, including Tre Cool, Travis Barker, Stacey Jones and a host of others. We talk about musician mindsets, books, auditions, philosophy, the current music business and even a little bit about cars...For more information on Dave Elitch, the projects he's involved in or his recommended reading list, please visit - www.daveelitch.comAs usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by -'Buying Us A Coffee' - https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner' - https://www.soundbrenner.com/pages/affiliate-travis-marc?srsltid=AfmBOopHlrWNB7C5ZBQz--Z0rVf789RfGQS1cEUxZjy9aBABp6FVZv6-
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  • Episode 82 - Derrick LeFevre (ContraFlow, Lillian Axe, Rock Show Nola)
    On today's episode of the show I talk with Louisiana Rock Legend, Derrick LeFevre.Derrick is an American born musician who has had quite an amazing career as a lead vocalist - he is currently the frontman/singer for the monstrous 'Rock Show Nola', local favorites 'Contraflow' and several others. He was also in the hard rock band 'Lillian Axe' from 2004 to 2010 and continues to show up as the vocalist of choice for an array of established rock and metal acts.Derrick and I talk about life as a career musician, traveling, KISS, voice health and trying to stay off smart phones.You can view a video version our our conversation by visiting -https://www.youtube.com/@musicians-mentor (please subscribe while you're there).For more information on Derrick or any of the projects he's involved in, simple google 'Derrick LeFevre' or visit - www.rockshownolarocks.comAs usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you.Additionally, for those interested - don't forget to check out our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner' - https://www.soundbrenner.com/pages/affiliate-travis-marc
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About The Musicians Mentor

Travis Marc hosts conversations with working musicians, producers, songwriters and composers covering topics not commonly spoken about within the music business- including networking, band break ups, touring nightmares, songwriting splits and loads of other, 'overcoming the struggle' type stories from the creatives perspective. The goal of this podcast is simple - to help musicians increase their overall sense of self worth, both mentally and financially within the music industry. For more information. Please visit www.musicians-mentor.com
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