About this episode

Amani Roberts shares insights on the challenges artists face in music creation and the importance of staying inspired.

Amani Roberts is a DJ, Professor, Author, and Artist Coach. Amani teaches music business at Cal State Fullerton and helps artists reach their creative dreams. Amani is the author of DJs Mean Business and The Quiet Storm , a historical look at R&B Groups. Amani and I discussed the challenges artists face from creating music to releasing and sharing it with the world. Amani has powerful insights that can help musicians develop a strong body of work, while making constant progress and enthusiasm in their craft. Listen on Apple , Spotify , YouTube Links: Amani's Website - https://www.amaniexperience.com Amani's Coaching - https://www.amaniexperience.com/coaching Book a Call with Amani - https://www.amaniexperience.com/call Amani's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/amaniexperience Bird by Bird by Ann Lamont - https://amzn.to/3PGjxIb Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code…

People in this episode

Host: Brian Funk

Guest: Amani Roberts

Topics covered

• music business
• artist coaching
• creative process
• music production
• inspiration

Keywords

• Amani Roberts
• music business
• artist coaching
• creative enthusiasm
• music production

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cal State Fullerton, Music Production Podcast, PerforModule

Books & works: DJs Mean Business, The Quiet Storm

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