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Hello folks, Today on the show I will be talking about pay-to-play on social media platforms. This is a massive industry for some ex executive-type people but I’m here to tell you it’s nothing but a scam and a predatory way for these people to manipulate you (musicians) into believing you need them! I’ll go into some reasons why, and i’d love to know your thoughts in the comments. Please enjoy the episode and if you missed the newsletter I will link that below. Best, Jesse New videos out on the Patreon. You can check that out here! This week’s newsletter! After the Gig is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber. Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

Hello all you beautiful people of internet land! Welcome back to After the Gig. I, as always, am your host, Jesse Humphrey. I hope you’ve all had a wonderful summer. Today on the show I’m joined again by the great Katie Musselman. This was shot before a show in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Katie and I sat down in a nice spot behind the stage and had a wonderful conversation that covered many things, including school music programs, band communities, how instruments are affected by weather and altitude, and much more. Please enjoy the episode! Side note: If you haven’t already heard, my long summer hiatus was caused by a flare-up of my Crohn’s disease that I have been dealing with. If you know anyone with Crohn’s disease, you know how frustrating and debilitating it can be. If you or whoever you know that’s dealing with it is having trouble, I’m always an open door to talk about the illness and its challenges. Feel free to reach out to me at [email protected]. To support the show, to support After the Gig, and the work I do, please consider joining the Patreon community at patreon.com/afterthegig. Also be sure to subscribe to afterthegig.substack.com to never miss a thing. Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

Well it seems like my last podcast struck a nerve. But, it’s for good reason. Let me be clear... Not all AI is bad. It’s an incredible tool, and i’d be a big fat lier if I said I didn’t use it for some things. I feel like this video/podcast is necessary to clearly state where I draw the line. Some artists/creatives are 100% against it, and some can’t get enough. It’s a spectrum. With anything new, there is going to be fear and a hesitation to change. In the case of AI, I feel the fear is legitimate. People are losing their jobs at a pretty regular pace. People who thought their chosen professions were safe, and stable. With AI, it’s thrown all of that up for debate. What was once stable, might not exist anymore, and there’s only a few people at the helm when it comes to your livelihood. As artist, it’s important we ask questions about what the AI is trained on. It isn’t the magic we thought it was at first. What we thought came from thin air is actually training on something that already exists. Something that someone painstakingly created from a craft they spent decades honing. Something that should be considered intellectual property. Enjoy this episode as I examine all of this. Best, Jesse Get the podcast and Newsletter right in your inbox! afterthegig.substack.com/ Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! Patreon.com/afterthegig * All links right here!! https://linktr.ee/jessehumphrey EMAIL US! [email protected] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/afterthegig/ After The Gig If you or someone you know finds value in the After the Gig Newsletter, be sure to like, comment, and share with a friend. If you want to go above and beyond, and become a true hero, please consider clicking below to become a paid subscriber Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode I let out a little bit of frustration after hearing a (now viral) comment from Suno CEO, Mike Shulman. While Suno marks a historic change in growth to how we create music as a tool. Suno is going in a direction that is destructive to real artist everywhere. I’m VERY curious of your thoughts. Am I crazy? Am I just old man Jesse that isn’t ready to adapt to the times. I’m legitimately unsure, but I DO know that Suno’s AI trains off of real performances by real people to develop their content, and they don’t give credit for it… That’s an undeniable wrongdoing in my view. Let me know below, and enjoy the episode. Side note. There was no newsletter yesterday because of Easter. I hope you all had a wonderful weekend, and a very happy Easter! Best, Jesse Get the podcast and Newsletter right in your inbox! afterthegig.substack.com/ Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! Patreon.com/afterthegig * All links right here!! https://linktr.ee/jessehumphrey EMAIL US! [email protected] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/afterthegig/ After The Gig If you or someone you know finds value in the After the Gig Podcast/Newsletter, be sure to like, comment, and share with a friend. If you want to go above and beyond, and become a true hero, please consider clicking below to become a paid subscriber Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

Recorded live on the Rock Boat, this conversation with singer-songwriters Barry Privett and Eric Hutchinson is one of the most wide-ranging and fun episodes we’ve done. Jesse, Jon Markel, and Barry Privett of Carbon Leaf get the show started. Joining them about halfway through the show is singer-songwriter Eric Hutchinson, known for his sharp, hook-driven pop and a devoted live following. We cover a lot of ground: life on the Rock Boat, Eric’s hiatus and creative refocus, weird beach massages, Barry’s love of The Struts, Eric’s new podcast Songversations, and the never-ending balancing act between artistry and the music business. You can check out Eric Hutchinson’s new podcast “Songversations” here or wherever you listen to podcasts! Get the podcast and Newsletter right in your inbox! afterthegig.substack.com/ Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! Patreon.com/afterthegig * All links right here!! https://linktr.ee/jessehumphrey EMAIL US! [email protected] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/afterthegig/ @afterthegig Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

This week’s episode is very special. Available here, youtube, and all podcast platforms. It’s the first ever live After the Gig in front of an audience! We truly had a blast recording this, and I hope you thoroughly enjoy it. Thank you to everyone who showed up and brought the energy. This episode features an amazing performance by NEEDTOBREATHE, and a big announcement by Scott Terry and Will Hoge. Make sure you stick around till the end to catch that performance. Lastly, thank you to Sixthman, and The Rock Boat for making it happen! Newsletter: afterthegig.substack.com Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! Patreon.com/afterthegig * All links right here!! https://linktr.ee/jessehumphrey EMAIL US! [email protected] Instagram www.instagram.com/afterthegig After The Gig Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

Jason Anick is a violinist, educator, and Berklee College of Music professor specializing in jazz improvisation. In this conversation, we explore the art of teaching improvisation, building a sustainable practice routine, and Jason’s unique approach to helping students master the fingerboard. In this episode: * How Jason’s teaching philosophy has evolved over 14 years at Berklee * The concept of “the floor” - your baseline level of musicianship that always needs to improve * Why the best students are their own best teachers * Thinking of improvisation as composing in real time * Breaking down the fingerboard: exercises that build mastery without overwhelming students * The balance between obsessive listening and developing your own voice * Jason’s new book “Violin Fingerboard Mastery” and how it came together during the pandemic (Here’s the link to buy it on Amazon!) * Upcoming projects: a live album, contemporary jazz arrangements, and solo violin compositions (J-Dudes!) * Why you need to be obsessed with jazz - or forget it After the Gig is a reader-supported publication. To support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber. Jason Anick has toured with John Jorgenson, teaches at Berklee College of Music, and continues to push the boundaries of jazz violin. His approach to teaching focuses on eliminating fluff and getting students to breakthrough moments faster. * Connect with Jason on Instagram: @jasonanick * Newsletter: afterthegig.substack.com Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! Patreon.com/afterthegig * All links right here!! https://linktr.ee/jessehumphrey EMAIL US! [email protected] Instagram www.instagram.com/afterthegig/ @afterthegig Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of After the Gig, Jesse sits down with Dave Brophy, one of Boston’s most respected drummers and producers. Known for his skillful touch and dedication to serving the music, Dave shares insights from his notable career, including his early drumming days in Michigan, international tours, and his transition to full-time producing. Recorded at Q Division Studios, their conversation covers playing with dynamics, the nuances of music production, the art of effective studio communication, and building a sustainable career in music. Listeners gain a deep understanding of Brophy’s approach to creating a collaborative, stress-free environment in the studio and learn valuable lessons about the balance of preparation and creativity. The episode also explores Brophy’s experiences working with artists like Will Dailey and Rachel Price, breaking into the Boston music scene, and navigating the challenges of keeping the artistic integrity of demos while producing polished final records. Newsletter Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! * All links right here!! https://linktr.ee/jessehumphrey EMAIL US! [email protected] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/afterthegig/ @afterthegig 00:00 Introduction to After the Gig 00:06 Meet Dave Brophy: Boston’s Drumming Legend 01:19 Dave’s Early Career and Influences 07:55 Transition to Boston and Breaking into the Scene 12:49 Producing Records and Studio Experiences 16:47 Navigating Studio Dynamics and Challenges 22:55 The Business Side of Music Production 24:27 The Efficiency of Professional Studios 25:09 The Importance of Preparation 25:46 Balancing Creativity and Practicality 27:50 Pre-Production and Production Insights 30:53 Navigating Demo Love and Re-Recording 33:02 Mixing Techniques and Challenges 39:04 Career Reflections and Future Goals 45:02 Current and Upcoming Projects 47:12 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of After the Gig, Jesse delves into the upcoming Grammy Awards, focusing on the controversy surrounding the country music category. He discusses the impact of Beyonce’s win for Best Country Album last year, the evolution of country music, and the changes the Grammys are making this year by introducing separate categories for Traditional and Contemporary Country Albums. Jesse examines the nominees, the judging process, and the implications of these changes for the future of country music. Newsletter: https://afterthegig.substack.com Youtube! Support the Podcast on Patreon! Patreon.com/afterthegig * All links right here!! https://linktr.ee/jessehumphrey EMAIL US! [email protected] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/afterthegig/ @afterthegig 00:00 Introduction and Today’s Topic 00:08 The Grammy Controversy: Country Category 02:30 Evolution of Country Music 07:02 Splitting the Country Category 08:36 Nominees and Predictions 12:45 Final Thoughts and Viewer Engagement Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

Jon Markel stops by the studio and we end up talking about everything—First Amendment audit videos (and why Jon’s obsessed with them), sovereign citizens, getting frisked by cops as teenagers, and why I will never forgive my neighbor for the BB gun incident. We also get into stage accidents, Jon’s ongoing feud with his neighbor over backyard fires and asthma complaints, and what happened when Lola passed out on stage mid-performance. Plus: why touring musicians still make 1980s money, Shawn Mendes canceling his tour, and Jon’s dream of becoming the Pedro Pascal of bass players.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:09 First Impressions of the Studio00:31 First Amendment Videos Discussion08:15 Sovereign Citizens and Police Interactions11:59 Personal Stories and Police Encounters19:35 Neighbor Feuds and Petty Conflicts34:32 Addressing Personal Issues34:58 Concert Incident: Lola’s Collapse36:08 Analyzing Lola’s Fall41:28 Stage Mishaps and Embarrassments45:54 Public Bathroom Etiquette48:20 Shawn Mendes: Fanboy Moments and Critiques52:48 Touring Challenges and Music Industry Insights01:02:55 Gaelic Storm and the Life of a Bass Player01:08:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts If you’d like to take a deeper dive, check out After the Gig on Patreon for bonus content. We’ll be going live for a November recap next Wednesday (11/26)! Don’t miss it! Hope you all have a wonderful rest of your week! Best, Jesse Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

Inside Zildjian’s historic building, I sit down with Eric Gross (Head of Artist Relations at Zildjian/Vic Firth) to trace the winding path from Berklee days to backstage access—how internships, chance meetings, and a few well-timed risks opened real doors. We compare notes on choosing “music business” over a pure performance track, surviving Nashville on hustle, and the mentors who changed everything. Eric pulls back the curtain on artist relations and product development (think: how ideas become the gear drummers obsess over), plus the balance between following trends and setting them. It’s equal parts career roadmap and drummer candy Get After the GIg delivered straight to your inbox! Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Jesse and Katie sit down for a conversation about what it really takes to build a sustainable music career in today’s world. From the role of side hustles and self-awareness to navigating feedback, fan expectations, and the shifting streaming landscape, this discussion dives deep into the modern creative grind. They explore: * Why chasing viral fame rarely builds real careers * When it’s time to pivot or redefine success * How to find work that funds your passion * The tension between creativity and the algorithm * Carbon Leaf’s perspective on albums vs. singles * The evolving relationship between artists and fans If you’re a working musician, creative, or just love hearing honest talk about the realities behind the stage, this one’s for you. 🎧 Subscribe to After the Gig for more conversations about the working-class musician life, creativity, and sustainability in the arts. Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

Today I’m answering your questions from the After the Gig Facebook group. It’s been a minute since the last podcast, and I’m super happy to be back after the summer hiatus. I hope you and all your families are doing well and had a great summer. Onward to fall! I am currently sitting in the green room of our first tour stop in Crawfordsville, IN. It’s great to be back on the road, and I’m excited to get back behind the drums to melt some faces across the country. In this episode, I get into tour experiences, taking social media breaks, quirky habits, and the dynamics of life on the road in a band. There may or may not be a short rant about technology and social issues in the world today... Nothing crazy. If you have more questions, I always invite you to email me at [email protected]. Also... and this is a big one. Your support keeps this going and allows me to bring you more consistent content. If you could, please consider becoming a paid subscriber to After the Gig! Hope you’re having a fantastic week! best, Jesse Newsletter: https://jessehumphrey.substack.com/ Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:11 Tour Life and Social Media Breaks 02:04 Answering Fan Questions 03:12 Favorite Songs and Venues 05:48 Gifts from Fans 08:04 Embarrassing Onstage Moments 09:37 Tour Essentials and Good Luck Charms 19:31 Pre-Show Rituals 21:16 Final Thoughts and Reflections Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of After the Gig, Jesse sits down with Patrick McAloon, an integral member of the Pat McGee Band and an artist relations professional at Sixthman. The discussion delves into Patrick's multifaceted career in music, from his early influences and family support to his current roles. Highlights include Patrick's journey in the music industry, the unique experience of working for Sixthman, and the importance of building a community among artists and fans. Patrick also shares personal anecdotes about his family, particularly his daughter Ruby, and the balance he strikes between his musical passions and professional commitments. Enjoy! The After the Gig podcast has moved to Substack! There shouldn’t be any change to how you view, or listen to the show, but we will now be using Substack as our new hosting site! The show will remain the same on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere else you listen to After the Gig. The video version is also still available on YouTube, which I highly recommend! Please reach out to [email protected] for any question or concerns! Join us for Cocktail night on Patreon!! May 25th I will be hosting the second After the Gig cocktail night on Patreon from my home via zoom. Come join the community and hang out for what will be a super fun night! Head over to Patreon.com/afterthegig to sign up! Newsletter: https://jessehumphrey.substack.com/ Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ Support the Podcast on Patreon! patreon.com/afterthegig EMAIL US! [email protected] Instagram https://www.instagram.com/afterthegig/ @afterthegig 00:00 Introduction to the Show and Guest 01:55 Patrick Macon's Musical Background 02:49 Family Influence on Music 04:39 Early Musical Experiences 15:49 Creative Pursuits and Burnout 22:02 Sixth Man Cruises and Artist Relations 30:21 Secret Coffee Machines and Reunions 30:58 Creative Stage Performances 32:56 Respect and Collaboration on the Boat 34:14 Balancing Work and Family 35:54 The Evolution of Sixth Man Events 39:19 Summertime Cruises and Unique Destinations 41:32 Unexpected Family Visits 43:23 Musical Journey and Mentorship 49:15 Advice for Aspiring Musicians 53:54 The Art of Collaboration Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Jesse discusses the often overlooked but crucial aspect of musicians' lives—side hustles. Sharing his personal experiences from bartending to delivering packages during the pandemic, Jesse highlights the importance of having flexible side jobs to sustain a career in music. He emphasizes that there's no shame in having secondary jobs and encourages all aspiring artists to find side gigs that complement their artistic pursuits until they can make music their full-time profession. Learn about the emotional journey, valuable skills gained, and the balance needed to thrive as a musician. After the Gig is a reader-supported publication. To support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber. Newsletter: https://jessehumphrey.substack.com/ Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ 00:00 Introduction and Purpose 01:00 The Necessity of Side Hustles 01:18 Personal Journey: From Boston to Bartending 04:15 Pandemic Pivot: Amazon Logistics 08:12 Balancing Music and Side Gigs 14:37 Choosing the Right Side Hustle 18:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe