Chad Jeffers on Keith Urban, The Performance Mindset & 18 Years with Carrie Underwood | Sippin’ On Country Ep. 68

About this episode

Chad Jeffers shares insights on maintaining a long-lasting music career and the performance mindset required for success.

Pour a cup and settle in for a masterclass in music career longevity! This week, we welcome the incredibly talented Chad Jeffers , the multi-instrumentalist who has been holding down the guitar and steel for country superstar Carrie Underwood for over 18 years. Chad takes us behind the velvet rope of stadium tours, sharing the untold stories and invaluable lessons learned from his diverse career—from his early days playing with his band, Pinmonkey, to touring with icons like Keith Urban and Kenny Loggins . Chad dives deep into his philosophy of being "Performance Ready," revealing the mental and physical preparation required to command a stage with a global superstar night after night. He discusses the crucial role of personal relationships in the music business, how he sustains creativity, and the surprising way he balances his touring schedule with his thriving work as a luxury real estate agent in Nashville. If you want to know how to build a successful career that lasts in the entertainment industry, this episode is your blueprint. Connect with Chad Jeffers: Website: chadjeffers.com Instagram: @chadjeffers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeffersBackstage Twitter/X…

People in this episode

Host: Westney Productions

Guest: Chad Jeffers

Topics covered

• music career longevity
• performance mindset
• touring experiences
• personal relationships in music
• creativity in entertainment
• balancing careers

Keywords

• Chad Jeffers
• Carrie Underwood
• Keith Urban
• performance mindset
• music career
• touring
• creativity
• real estate

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Pinmonkey

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