Headliner Mindset (Nik Cherwink)
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| 10 May 2023 | SIPPY - Moving to America and Going ALL-IN on Her DJ Career | 01:03:48 | |
Sippy is an internationally touring DJ and music producer from Australia who is playing some of the biggest shows, collaborating with some the biggest artists and releasing on some the biggest labels in the bass music scene. We talked about her move to America, what it took to become a full-time artist and the challenges she's faced along the way. | |||
| 22 May 2023 | BRYCE SMITH (CrossFit Invictus) - Remembering To PLAY! | 01:03:00 | |
Bryce Smith is a CrossFit coach at one of the best gyms in the world, CrossFit Invictus. He runs the Invictus Mindset podcast and regularly interviews some of the most successful athletes, coaches and business owners in the fitness space. As a former professional athlete and powerful storyteller, he shares a wealth of wisdom and perspective around high performance, creativity and how to live your best life. | |||
| 29 May 2023 | HENRY FONG - Balancing Being an Artist and a Business Owner | 00:52:59 | |
Henry Fong is a household name in the dance music community. He has been in the scene since 2009 when he started throwing his own parties as a DJ in college. Since then he has gone on to tour the world multiple times, collaborate with some of the biggest artists in EDM and release on massive labels. In this episode he shares a wealth of knowledge about how to navigate the business, become a headliner and stay in the game for the long run. | |||
| 05 Jun 2023 | HVDES - Getting Sober and Finding Her Authentic Self and Sound | 00:50:09 | |
HVDES is a powerhouse producer, singer, songwriter and DJ who is bridging the worlds of electronic and rock music and playing huge shows all over the country. Fresh off her first appearance at EDC, she talks about her journey through sobriety, staying healthy and getting back in touch with her early musical influences. | |||
| 12 Jun 2023 | FREDY LANE - Quitting Her Corporate Job to Become an Artist | 00:53:45 | |
Fredy Lane is one of the fastest rising stars in the tech house scene. In less than one year of launching her artist project, she has already played massive festivals like EDC and Beyond Wonderland and some of the biggest nightclubs in Southern California. In this episode we talk about how she bet on herself, put in the work and has driven her career forward so quickly. | |||
| 19 Jun 2023 | CHRIS WHITE (The Cult Creatives) - The Importance of Branding for Artists | 00:56:48 | |
Chis White is the co-founder of The Cult Creatives, a branding and marketing agency that helps artists establish their identity and make their mark in the music industry by cutting through the noise with incredible brands and campaigns. He was an artist, DJ and event promoter for many years, running one of LA's most successful weekly parties (Control) for over a decade where he was the first to book dozens of artists who are household names today. | |||
| 26 Jun 2023 | JSTJR - How to be Authentic and Consistent on Social Media | 00:58:29 | |
JSTJR is quickly becoming a household name in the dance music industry, playing festivals and shows all over the country, releasing on huge labels and getting support from the biggest artists in the game. In this episode we talk about the importance of being yourself, showing up online consistently, the endless desire for "more", mental health and what it takes to level up and reach that next stage in your career. | |||
| 03 Jul 2023 | YETEP - Fighting For Success in the Music Industry | 00:50:56 | |
yetep is a melodic bass music artist who has hustled hard to climb the ladder of the EDM industry. Building his initial following by putting out mixes on Tumbler and booking his own shows, he's now releasing on some of the biggest labels in dance music and touring all over the country. In this episode, we talk about staying committed during tough times, making music from the heart and our personal journeys through the industry. | |||
| 10 Jul 2023 | BIJOU - Taking FULL Ownership of Your Success in the Music Industry | 00:56:36 | |
BIJOU is an artist, producer and DJ who left behind his career as a professional baseball player to chase his passion for music. He is now recognized as one of the pioneers of the G House movement, tours the country regularly and runs one of the most sought after labels in the EDM industry, DND Records. | |||
| 17 Jul 2023 | DALLASK - How Producing a #1 Radio Hit Can Change Your Life | 00:52:20 | |
DallasK is a touring DJ and electronic music artist who has collaborated with some of the biggest names in dance music, including Tiesto and Hardwell, while at the same building a successful career for himself as a pop producer. He helped write and produce Fifth Harmony's smash hit "Work From Home" that went 5x platinum in the US and topped radio charts all over the world. In this episode we talk about his rise in the industry, some of the challenges he's faced, how major label songs get made and more. | |||
| 24 Jul 2023 | EMM - Building Your Career as an Independent Pop Star | 00:53:12 | |
A true jack of all trades and creative visionary, pop music powerhouse artist EMM has done it all. From singing, songwriting, recording, producing and playing instruments, to fully funding her own project and building every aspect of her business brick by brick, she has her hands in all of it. | |||
| 31 Jul 2023 | DAW NATION - How to Build a Successful Business and Push Through Life's Toughest Challenges | 01:04:20 | |
Wyatt Christensen is the founder of DAW Nation, a company that sells sample packs and music production courses taught by established artists such as Au5, Crywolf, Crystal Skies and more. In this episode we talk about the story of how and why DAW Nation was started, how he scaled the company, creative ways to make money as an artist and some of the heavy life challenges that he's faced along his journey of being an entrepreneur. Check out the episode of the Behind The DAW podcast we did together back in 2018: Follow DAW Nation and check out their courses, tutorials and more below: And visit my site to join the mailing list, book a free coaching call or get in touch: | |||
| 07 Aug 2023 | BEAR GRILLZ - How To Become a Globally Touring Dubstep Artist | 00:57:11 | |
Bear Grillz has earned himself the title "Papa Dubstep" in the bass music community, playing the role of big brother and mentor for many rising acts. Starting as a promoter throwing his own shows in Southern California, he started managing artists and then eventually became one himself and has been touring consistently for the past 10 years. | |||
| 14 Aug 2023 | JASON EULER (Relentless Beats) - Getting Booked, Working With Promoters & The Importance Of Personal Development | 00:54:57 | |
Jason Euler is an artist manager and promoter at one of the largest independent promotion companies in the EDM industry, Relentless Beats. Every year they throw hundreds of shows, from local parties to massive festivals, and book some of the biggest headliners in the wold. | |||
| 21 Aug 2023 | LIL TEXAS - Turning Left When Everyone Turns Right | 00:55:58 | |
Lil Texas is one of the hottest names in the hard dance music scene. His wild stage antics, hilarious social media content and one-of-a-kind style have helped him create an undeniable brand that's bringing a much needed dose of punk rock energy to the EDM industry. | |||
| 28 Aug 2023 | DILLION NATHANIEL - Creating Positive Change in Dance Music Culture | 00:56:08 | |
Dillon Nathaniel is one of the hottest rising house music DJs and producers . He's been consistently releasing on the biggest labels in the scene, touring all over the world and establishing himself as a household name. | |||
| 04 Sep 2023 | AUBREY WRIGHT - Tour Managing A-List Artists & The Challenges Of Life On The Road | 01:04:44 | |
Aubrey Wright is a veteran tour managed who has worked with some of the biggest artists in the world including Justin Beiber, Kanye West, Martin Garrix and Swedish House Mafia. He is beloved by many in the music industry for building community, helping people advance their careers and being an outspoken advocated for mental health. | |||
| 10 Sep 2023 | KILL SCRIPT - Committing For The Long Run & Trusting Your Vision | 00:56:44 | |
KILL SCRIPT is one of the fastest-rising acts in the techno scene. Launching his project less than 3 years ago, he has already played EDC twice, is releasing on labels like Armada, Thrive and Insomniac Records and is selling out shows across the country. | |||
| 18 Sep 2023 | AARON GEORGE (Good Things Social) - Digital Advertising for Artists | 00:58:58 | |
Aaron George has had a long career in the music industry. He grew up as an artist himself, playing in touring bands and learning how to book shows and promote releases from the ground up. After spending time abroad as a creative director and going on to become an artist manager, he know runs ad advertising agency called Good Things Social that works with artists and record labels. | |||
| 25 Sep 2023 | SWARM - Finding Your Power Through Authenticity | 00:56:43 | |
SWARM a true independent artist, through and through. From producing and singing on his own tracks, to releasing and distributing his own records, creating hilarious social media skits and even painting his own cover art... this man does it all. | |||
| 02 Oct 2023 | JASON ROSS - Following Your Inspiration, Having Faith & Taking Risks | 00:57:19 | |
Jason Ross is a truly prolific artist, known around the world for his emotionally driven, high energy style of production that blends the worlds of trance and melodic. Getting early support from trance legends Above & Beyond, he was quickly become an internationally sensation, touring the world and collaborating with artists like Seven Lions, Slander and more. In this episode we talk about spirituality, being committed to your craft, staying authentic, taking risks, trusting yourself and how to stay healthy and inspired as an artist. Follow Jason Ross here: And visit my site to learn about artist coaching, join the mailing list or get in touch: | |||
| 09 Oct 2023 | BRYAN LINARES - From Unpaid Intern to Global Brand Director, 16 Years at Dim Mak Records | 00:47:05 | |
Starting off as an intern, Bryan Linares spent 16 years helping build one of the most prominent record labels and brands in the dance music industry, Dim Mak. Working alongside label boss Steve Aoki, he wore almost every hat in this business: running the label, overseeing the events division, growing the merch line, helping with the publishing company and more. | |||
| 16 Oct 2023 | LUMBERJVCK - Staying In The Game and Never Giving Up | 00:59:28 | |
LUMBERJVCK is an artist and DJ that has been a part of the bass music scene for over 10 years. He has toured the country, played major festivals and released on some of the biggest labels in the industry. But his path hasn’t been a straight line. Bad management contracts, lack of self care and losing passion also detoured him from his artist goals. In this episode we get real and go deep, talking about the story of LUMBERJVCK, our time working together with life coaching and the powerful lessons and growth that have come along the way. | |||
| 23 Oct 2023 | JONNY MCBEE - Carving Out Your Own Lane and Building a Loyal Fanbase | 01:00:10 | |
Jonny McBee is a producer, musician and the founder and frontman of two “electronicore” bands: The Browning and Death x Destiny. He’s been touring since he was 18 years old and has earned his stripes as a DIY independent artist. He also runs a podcast called Burn This World that interviews artists and industry professionals from the heavy metal scene. In this episode we talk about the blending of electronic and metal music, carving out your own unique lane as an artist, how to grow your Spotify, the importance of branding and more. Follow Jonny McBee and his bands here: Listen to the Burn This World podcast here: And visit my site to learn about artist coaching, join the mailing list or get in touch: | |||
| 30 Oct 2023 | AMANDA MALCOLM-BROWN - How to Stay Happy, Healthy and Balanced as a DJ | 00:56:36 | |
Amanda Malcolm-Brown is a fellow life coach who works with artists, DJs and people working in the nightlife industry. As a DJ herself she knows the toll that late nights and partying can have on the mind and body and is on a mission to help people create happier, healthier and more balanced lives. In this episode we talk about the dangers of working the dance music industry, tips for taking care of your physical, mental and emotional health and the importance of optimizing your overall energy in order to be your best and achieve your goals. Follow Amanda here: https://www.instagram.com/feelbombdotcom And visit my site to learn about artist coaching, join the mailing list or get in touch: | |||
| 06 Nov 2023 | NIK CHERWINK w/ FREDY LANE - 6 Month Celebration Episode! | 00:58:10 | |
In honor of celebrating the first 6 months of the Headliner Mindset podcast, we turned the tables and invited Fredy Lane to host this special episode and interview our normal host, Nik Cherwink. | |||
| 13 Nov 2023 | DERON DELGADO - Artist Tips from Dirtybird Records Label Manager | 00:59:03 | |
Deron Delgado is the long-time label manager for Dirtybird Records, one of the house music scene's most notable brands and labels. He has helped countless artists launch their careers and plays a role in almost every aspect of the Dirtybird operation: A&R, marketing, publishing, events and more. | |||
| 20 Nov 2023 | KSHMR - Maintaining Passion and Being an Industry Pro | 00:59:49 | |
KSHMR is one of the biggest names in dance music, with numerous Beatport number 1 hits, multiple appearances in DJ Mag’s Top 100, a thriving record label and one of the most successful sample pack companies on Splice. In this episode we talk about his relentless drive and passion for making music, following your heart, what it takes to become a headliner and much more. | |||
| 27 Nov 2023 | DARK HEART - From Agent to Artist: Leaving The Safe Route to Chase Your Dream | 00:59:46 | |
Dark Heart is a melodic techno producer who used to be a Hollywood talent agent but left his career to pursue his dream of becoming an artist. Today's he getting millions of plays on his music, playing shows around the country and achieving all the goals he set out to do. | |||
| 04 Dec 2023 | DAVID ALEXANDER - The Story, Legacy and Mission of ICON Collective | 00:56:35 | |
David Alexander is the founder of ICON Collective, the world's #1 music production school and artist development program that helped launch the careers of NGHTMRE, Slander, Kayzo, Jauz, Sullivan King and countless more. | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | EVAN CUDWORTH - How To Develop A Healthy Relationship With Partying | 00:56:07 | |
Evan Cudworth is a party coach who is redefining what it means to party. After attending over 1,000 raves and festivals and getting lost in the dangerous trap of substances, he now teaches people how to have a healthy relationship with partying and is making a powerful and important impact on party culture and the music community. Follow Evan here: And visit my site to join the mailing list, book a free coaching call or get in touch: | |||
| 18 Dec 2023 | JAMES RHODES - Setting The Bar for Artist Development as VP of FIXT Music | 00:57:53 | |
James Rhodes is the Vice President of Fixt Music, an independent record label that was founded in 2006 and provides publishing, merchandising and artist development services to their eclectic and exclusive roster of artists. | |||
| 25 Dec 2023 | KARRA - Taking Control of Your Career and Creating Your OWN Business As An Artist | 00:59:13 | |
KARRA started her career in the music industry as one of the most successful singers and songwriters in dance music, collaborating on tracks with artists like Armin Van Buuren, Seven Lions, KSHMR, LSDREAM and many others. After creating some of the best-selling sample packs on Splice, she now runs her own online music product company and provides professionally-produced educational content on her Youtube channel. | |||
| 01 Jan 2024 | LA MEET UP - Live Artist Coaching at Very First Headliner Mindset Workshop | 01:04:03 | |
In this episode, Headliner Mindset host Nik Cherwink coaches three different artists on some of the challenges they've been going through. We discuss common issues like lacking a strong community, hesitating to release music and being confused about which direction to go with your brand. | |||
| 08 Jan 2024 | AU5 - Creating From Your Heart, Building Community and Knowing Your Worth | 01:02:20 | |
Au5 is a true music production wizard, starting at just 9 years old and since releasing hundreds of songs. He has carved out his own unique lane and sound in the bass music scene, collaborating with major artists like Slander and releasing regularly on top labels like Ofelia Records and Monstercat. | |||
| 22 Jan 2024 | BEN HOGAN (UTA) - How To Get A Booking Agent and Become A Legendary Touring Artist | 00:56:54 | |
Ben Hogan from United Talent Agency is one of the most successful and in-demand booking agents in all of dance music. He has helped build the careers of dozens of artists including Marshmello, Jauz, Slander, NGHTMRE, Svdden Death and many more. | |||
| 15 Jan 2024 | WILLIAM BLACK - 4 Steps to Becoming A Successful Artist | 01:00:59 | |
William Black has been tugging at the heart strings of fans from all over the world with his emotion-driven bass music and DJ sets. Collaborating with artists like Slander and Illenium, his songs have gotten tens of millions of plays on Spotify and he is regularly touring at some of the biggest clubs and festivals around the world. In this episode we reverse engineer his success and uncover 4 steps that were integral in getting him to where he is today:
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| 29 Jan 2024 | JOE WISEMAN (Insomniac Music Group) - 360 Degrees of Artist Development | 00:52:13 | |
Joe Wiseman is the director of Insomniac Music Group which includes more than 20 of the biggest record labels in dance music. From Insomniac's own brands like Insomniac Records, Bassrush, Factory 93 and Lost in Dreams, to helping run artist labels like Slander’s Heaven Sent and Dr. Fresch’s House Call Records, they are putting out a constant stream of hits and building up the next generation of superstars. In this episode we talk about the Discovery Project, what it takes to get signed, the ecosystem of Insomniac’s artist development efforts and how to market your music.
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| 05 Feb 2024 | VARIEN - Exploring Genres and Expanding Skillsets to Create Longevity In Your Career | 00:55:14 | |
Varien is an insanely talented artist and someone who truly has no limits to their creativity. From releasing a wide variety of genres on Monstercat Records, to producing for metal, hip-hop and K-pop artists, and scoring music for film, TV and games like John Wick, The Walking Dead and Overwatch, their catalogue of credits runs deep. | |||
| 12 Feb 2024 | CORYNNE BURROWS (Midas Touch Mgmt) - Turning Your Daydream Into A Day Job | 00:57:10 | |
Corynne Burrows is the founder and CEO of Midas Touch Management who represents a powerhouse roster of artists including the grammy nominated duo SIDEPIECE, Nitti and Henry Fong. | |||
| 19 Feb 2024 | WENZDAY - How To Embody Headliner Energy and Make Music That Moves People | 00:58:02 | |
Wenzday is a bass house music producer and DJ who has been touring consistently, playing major festivals like EDC and Coachella and releasing on popular labels like Insomniac, Dim Mak and Confessions. She is also the co-founder of a label and collective called 40oz Cult and has built a dedicated audience of loyal fans she calls the "Heartbreakers". | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | OLIVIA MANCUSO - Empowering Artists With The Elevated Frequencies Podcast | 00:58:54 | |
Olivia Mancuso is an ex-TV journalist whose passion for house and techno music inspired her to start a podcast and interview artists about what it takes to succeed in the music industry. Her insightful interviews cover not only business topics but also the mental and emotional side of the artist journey. | |||
| 04 Mar 2024 | GHASTLY - Having Purpose As An Artist & Never Giving Up | 00:58:01 | |
Ghastly is household name in the dance music industry, playing shows all over the world under his main brand and now also with his more aggressive Ghengar project. Early success and the party-lifestyle almost threw him off course, but he dug deep to connect with his purpose and turn his life around, building a massive fan base and becoming one of the most in-demand DJs and artists in the scene. | |||
| 11 Mar 2024 | CARLOS ALCALA (Thrive Music) - How To Create Hits, Get Signed & Promote Your Music | 00:50:13 | |
Carlos Alcala is the EVP & Head of A&R at Thrive Music, one of the hottest record labels in the dance music industry right now. They've been putting out huge record from Tiesto, Acraze, Wuki, Moore Kimset and more. | |||
| 18 Mar 2024 | KALEENA ZANDERS - How To Go From Guest Vocalist To Touring Artist | 00:52:38 | |
Kaleena Zanders is one of the most electrifying and powerful voices and artists in the dance music scene. Her songs have tens of millions of plays on Spotify and are getting played every night at clubs and festivals all over the world. | |||
| 25 Mar 2024 | PAUL CAMPBELL (NÛ Management) - How Fun, Passion and Dedication Will Help You Succeed In The Music Business | 00:58:00 | |
Paul Campbell is an artist manager and legend in the Miami dance music scene. He runs NÛ Management and works with the grammy-nominated duo SIDEPIECE along with other acts from various genres. Starting his career as a party promoter and eventually co-founding the massively successful Dayglow concert series, he has a long history of music business wins and offers a wealth of knowledge on how to grow, thrive and have a ton of fun in the process. | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | BEXXIE - Developing The Mindset and Habits To Become a Full-Time Artist | 00:53:53 | |
Bexxie is a producer and DJ who is getting millions of Spotify plays on her classic soulful house music tracks and was recently recognized as one of the Future of Dance Artists by 1001 Tracklists. After getting burned out in 2012 and quitting her pursuit to become a professional artist and DJ, she decided to give it another shot a few years ago and is now living out her dream. In this episode we talk about the shift in mindset and habits that she made in order to ensure her success this second time around. Follow Bexxie here: And visit my site to join the mailing list, book a free coaching call or get in touch: | |||
| 08 Apr 2024 | FETISH - How To Create A Viral Hit Song (Hint: Don't Try To) | 00:49:29 | |
Fetish's song "Come Check This" is one of the biggest viral hits from the past few years, being used over a billion times by content creators. But he's not chasing viral moments. His genuine passion for production and experimentation has been the fuel behind his success and growing brand and reputation in the dance music industry, with a constant schedule of releases being supported by some of the biggest DJs in the world and getting millions on plays on Spotify. | |||
| 15 Apr 2024 | GOSHFATHER - Lessons Learned From Making 52 Songs In 52 Weeks | 01:05:39 | |
After having some early music industry success in an artist duo, Goshfather got stuck in his career and creative process. He was caught up in the party scene, avoiding the studio and almost decided to quit. But he decided to do something crazy instead: | |||
| 22 Apr 2024 | EMMA KAPOTES (Rave Culture Cast) - Adding Value To The Dance Music Community | 00:53:28 | |
Emma Kapotes is a content creator/influencer and the host of Rave Culture Cast, a weekly podcast that covers dance music industry news, community topics, festival tips, artist interviews and more. | |||
| 29 Apr 2024 | DAVID RISHTY (Palm Tree Records) - The Importance Of Storytelling As An Artist | 00:56:17 | |
David Rishty is the president of Palm Tree Records, Kygo’s label imprint under Sony Music that is home to artists like Sam Felt, Forrester, Thomas Jack and more. | |||
| 06 May 2024 | RINZEN - The Power Of Releasing Full-Length Albums | 00:59:14 | |
Rinzen is a melodic techno artist who has had a meteoric career so far. Releasing with some of the biggest labels in the scene like Mau5trap , opening for legends like Eric Prydz and selling out headline shows all over the country, he recently dropped a full-length album called "Bend To The Light" that is a true masterpiece. In this episode we talk about his decision to release an album rather than singles, how to craft your story and narrative as an artist, the importance of staying healthy and energized and a deep dive into the ego, creativity and more. Follow Rinzen here: Follow Nik Cherwink here: And visit my site to join the mailing list, book a free coaching call or get in touch: | |||
| 13 May 2024 | SPACE YACHT - How LA's Favorite Industry Party Turned Into A Proper Brand And Label | 00:56:46 | |
Space Yacht is one of the most culturally impactful brands in dance music. Starting off as a free Tuesday night party in LA, they are now throwing shows in multiple cities across the US, partnering with major festivals and releasing a constant stream of hits on their label Space Yacht Records. | |||
| 20 May 2024 | LIZZY JANE - The Relentless Pursuit Of Being An Authentic Artist | 01:03:50 | |
Lizzy Jane is a classically trained artist with a background playing in rock bands that is now carving out her out lane in the dance music industry. Staying authentic to her own vision and not allowing herself to be put in a box, she recently released an amazing 7-song EP called “Ignite”, played her first set at EDC and also hosts the Lizzy Jane podcast where she interviews artists and music industry professionals. | |||
| 27 May 2024 | BRIGHT LIGHTS - How To Be An Authentic Artist AND Music Business Savage | 00:59:21 | |
Bright Lights is a two-time Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, artist, producer and DJ with a long list of accolades in the music industry. From writing songs for A-list artists like Justin Bieber and Britany Spears, to singing on tracks with dance music legends like Porter Robinson, Zedd and Hardwell, she has established herself as a true power player in the scene. | |||
| 03 Jun 2024 | RYAN JASO (Super Evil Genius Corp) - The Marketing Agency Behind Your Favorite Artists & Festivals | 00:59:16 | |
Ryan Jaso is the CEO & Co-Founder of the creative and digital marketing agency Super Evil Genius Corp. They work with some of the biggest artists, brands, record labels and festivals in the music industry including John Summit, Fisher, Chris Lake, Splash House, Golden Voice and many more. | |||
| 10 Jun 2024 | HISHAM DAHUD (Rizik) - From "Shadow Artist" To Playing Coachella In Just A Few Short Years | 01:11:50 | |
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| 17 Jun 2024 | ANAKIM - The Importance Of Mental Resilience, Visualization And Delusional Belief | 01:01:57 | |
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| 24 Jun 2024 | FRANZ HILBERATH (MP3 PR) - What An Artist Publicist Does And Modern Music PR | 00:59:41 | |
Franz Hilberath is a music publicist and founder of MP3 PR who has worked with a wide roster of bass music artists including Zedd's Dead, Rezz, Subtronics and more. He takes a customized approach to connect artists with the right publicity outlets to promote their releases, tours and more. | |||
| 01 Jul 2024 | &FRIENDS - Creating Art With Passion and Purpose | 01:02:08 | |
Next round of the Headliner Mindset coaching group and community starts July 22! Click here for more info: Follow &friends here: Follow Nik Cherwink here: | |||
| 08 Jul 2024 | LAIDBACK LUKE - How To Have A 30-Year Career In The Dance Music Industry | 00:56:50 | |
Laidback Luke is a legend in the dance music industry, with almost 30 years of experience as a DJ, producer and artist who has wrote timeless hits and toured the world many times over. | |||
| 15 Jul 2024 | LADY FAITH - The Queen Of Hardstyle And Her Mission To Grow The Scene | 00:51:45 | |
Next Headliner Mindset coaching group starts July 22! | |||
| 22 Jul 2024 | FRANK WALKER - Bringing Back The Golden Era Of Dance Music | 01:00:37 | |
Frank Walker is a Canadian electronic music artist signed to Kygo's management team and record label. Inspired by the "golden era" of big room house music, he's been bringing back some of those classic sounds and feelings into his productions, racking up tens of millions of streams on Spotify in the process. | |||
| 29 Jul 2024 | MAKJ - How To Succeed As A DJ In The Modern EDM Industry | 01:02:55 | |
MAKJ is a seasoned vet in the dance music industry. Launching his career in 2012 at the height of the dance music explosion in the Unites States, he has toured the world many times over, played at major festivals like EDC, Ultra and Coachella, put out multiple #1 Beatport hits and collaborated with A-list artists like Hardwell, Steve Aoki and more. | |||
| 05 Aug 2024 | BASS KLEPH - The Secret To Producing Better Music | 00:56:04 | |
Bass Kleph is a seasoned vet in the dance music industry. He began exploring electronic music production just as gear and software programs were becoming available. His obsession with creating and "following the fun" lead him to have a successful career as an artist and DJ and play shows all over the world. | |||
| 12 Aug 2024 | PRESTON SMILES - Creating Art From The Energy Of Abundance | 01:02:54 | |
Preston Smiles is a best-selling author, motivational speaker and transformational coach that has helped thousands of people change their lives for the best. | |||
| 19 Aug 2024 | REALMUSIC EVENTS - How To Get Booked By Your Local Promoter | 00:53:15 | |
RealMusic Events is a dance music promotion company that has been throwing parties in Austin, TX for over 15 years. They run the city's largest dance music venue, The Concourse Project, and also throw one of the biggest house and techno music festivals in the country, Seismic Dance Event. | |||
| 02 Sep 2024 | CHERYL ENGELHARDT - How To Make Money From Your Email List | 00:47:42 | |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | WILL RUNZEL (Prodigy Artists) - Manager of Slander, NGHTMRE and more | 00:53:44 | |
Will Runzel is the co-founder of Prodigy Artists, one of the most successful management companies in the dance music industry who represent Slander, NGHTMRE and a strong roster of other talented artists. | |||
| 16 Sep 2024 | JUSTIN JAY - How To Get Away With Making Multiple Genres | 01:06:56 | |
Next round of the Headliner Mindset group coaching program starts Monday, October 7th. Sign up here: https://www.nikcherwink.com/headlinermindset | |||
| 23 Sep 2024 | HARRISON BENNETT (Deadbeats) - Label Manager And A&R For Zeds Dead's Record Label | 00:55:27 | |
Harrison Bennet is the head of A&R and label manager for Zeds Dead's record label Deadbeats. He is also a manager with the Toronto-based management company 2+2 and works with Zeds Dead, SIPPY, Levity and more. | |||
| 30 Sep 2024 | Headliner Mindset Community Call - A Peek Inside The Community | 00:48:05 | |
Next round of the Headliner Mindset coaching group/community starts 10/15! | |||
| 07 Oct 2024 | WESTEND - How To Create A Sustainable Artist Brand And Lifestyle | 00:54:30 | |
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| 14 Oct 2024 | JKYL & HYDE - Creating A Memorable Brand In The Dubstep Scene | 01:01:36 | |
Jkyl & Hyde is a dubstep producer who’s been consistently climbing the bass music ladder and making a powerful name for himself in the industry. After touring with Excision this summer, he’s now on his own headlining tour and playing shows all over the US. Follow Jkyl & Hyde here: | |||
| 28 Oct 2024 | MOORE KISMET - Bringing Fresh Energy To The Bass Music Scene | 00:51:53 | |
At only 19 years old, Moore Kismet has become a much needed breath of fresh air in the bass music scene. Not only as a non-binary person of color, but as a seasoned music producer who continues to push the boundaries of their art and is always seeking out new ways of doing things. | |||
| 04 Nov 2024 | TRIVECTA - Balancing The Grind As A Full-Time Touring Artist | 00:53:30 | |
Trivecta is a melodic bass music artist signed to Seven Lion’s Ofelia Records. He recently released his sophomore album with the label and is currently on tour to support its release, headlining venues and playing major festivals all over the country. | |||
| 11 Nov 2024 | JAKE SHORE - From The Classroom To The Club | 00:52:50 | |
Jake Shore is a rising star in the house music scene, known for his high-energy sets and an authenticity that’s built him a loyal following. After years as a school teacher, Jake made the leap into music full-time, and now he’s touring, creating non-stop, and building a brand that’s truly his own. In this episode, we dive into Jake’s journey from teaching to the stage, the content strategies that have taken his social media to new heights, and his disciplined 10X mindset for success. We also chat about staying balanced, the importance of gratitude, and what it takes to build a long-lasting career in the music industry. | |||
| 18 Nov 2024 | SIPPY - How Hiring A Coach Changed The Game | 01:00:53 | |
Sippy is a powerhouse in the dubstep and bass music scene, known for her high-energy performances and fearless authenticity. From playing the main stage at Lost Lands to headlining her own tour, she’s built a career that’s both inspiring and impactful. But her journey hasn’t been without challenges. As one of my coaching clients, Sippy has worked to overcome anxiety, embrace balance, and transform her mindset into one that fuels creativity and growth. In this episode, we reflect on how far she’s come since our very first podcast together. Sippy shares her experience of coaching with me, the daily practices that keep her grounded, and how she shifted from a fear-driven mentality to a love-fueled approach to her career and life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to create lasting change and thrive under pressure. | |||
| 25 Nov 2024 | Top 5 Lessons From The Podcast (so far...) | 00:34:07 | |
In this special solo episode of The Headliner Mindset Podcast, I reflect on the top five lessons I’ve learned from hosting over 70 inspiring conversations with artists, DJs, and industry leaders. These takeaways are packed with actionable insights to help you thrive in your career and life. Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, or dreamer, this episode will resonate with anyone striving for growth and success. Here are the five lessons we dive into:
Tune in to discover how these lessons can elevate your mindset and help you unlock your full potential. | |||
| 06 Jan 2025 | NITTI - Bringing Rock To The Rave | 00:57:16 | |
NITTI is a genre-bending force in the electronic music world, also known for being one half of the Grammy-nominated duo SIDEPIECE, and is now making waves with his bold new project Alt Rave. After years of grinding in the studio and locking into his craft, he’s found his stride by merging his love for rock, metal, and electronic music into something entirely his own. In this episode, Nitti shares how he went from church bands to headlining stages, the mindset that keeps him pushing boundaries, and why building the right team has been key to his success. We also dive into the creative freedom he’s found with Alt Rave and his vision for building a community that’s all about passion, quality, and authenticity. If you’re an artist or a fan of next-level music, you won’t want to miss this one. | |||
| 13 Jan 2025 | DAN SUGARMAN (Ice Nine Kills) - Going ALL-IN On Yourself And Your Dreams | 01:13:11 | |
Dan Sugarman is the lead guitarist of Ice Nine Kills and has played on some of the world’s biggest stages. But his path has been anything but ordinary... | |||
| 20 Jan 2025 | Creating More FLOW In Your Music & Life | 00:33:06 | |
Are you creating from the heart or just chasing the algorithm? In this solo episode of The Headliner Mindset Podcast, I reflect on what it means to reconnect with the soul of creativity. Inspired by Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way and my experiences teaching The Art of Flow at ICON Collective, we’ll explore how to break free from overthinking and rediscover the joy of creating from a place of intuition and authenticity. This episode is for anyone feeling stuck, uninspired, or disconnected from their art. I also introduce my new 12-week coaching program based on The Artist’s Way, designed to help you overcome creative blocks, tap into your flow, and create art that truly resonates. If you’re ready to embrace a more soulful approach to your art, this conversation will inspire and guide you. | |||
| 10 Feb 2025 | ARTA MAJD (Music Attorney) - How To Negotiate Better Deals | 00:53:32 | |
Arta Majd is an entertainment attorney who has worked with labels, independent artists and industry professionals to protect their rights, negotiate better deals, and avoid the common pitfalls that ruin careers. In this episode, he breaks down the biggest mistakes artists make when signing contracts, why legal knowledge is just as important as branding and marketing, and when you should bring a lawyer onto your team. We also dive into the realities of the music business—how deals are structured, the hidden clauses that can lock you in for years, and how to navigate negotiations like a pro. Whether you’re an up-and-coming artist or already deep in the industry, this episode is a must-listen if you want to protect your future and take full control of your career. Follow and connect with Arta here: Follow Nik Cherwink here: | |||
| 24 Feb 2025 | NICK RUFFALO - The Best Content Strategy For Artists In 2025 | 00:48:14 | |
Nick Ruffalo is a music marketing expert who helps artists cut through the noise and build real, engaged audiences with his agency, Unleashd Creative Solutions. In this episode, we break down the biggest mistakes artists make when promoting their music, why simply posting content isn’t enough, and how to actually connect with fans in a way that drives long-term success. We also talk about the platforms that matter most in 2024, the strategies that actually move the needle, and how to market your music without feeling like you’re selling out. If you want to grow your brand, increase your reach, and make a lasting impact, this episode is packed with game-changing insights. Follow Nick and apply to work with Unleashd Creative here: | |||