Redefining Music

EP 35: Defend Your Art: Mylo Bard on Building a Creative Career

Absolutely — here are YouTube-ready show notes for the Mylo Bard episode with a 1-paragraph description, timestamps, and key takeaways. In this live episode of Redefining Music, Kay sits down with Mylo Bard to talk about what it really takes for artists and creative entrepreneurs to build sustainable careers in music. With over 20 years in media, entertainment, sports, film, music, and business consulting, Mylo shares how artists can protect their creative time, build systems that actually work for their creative minds, and turn their skill sets into real income. This conversation dives into the “zone of genius,” why artists need to defend their art before the world validates it, and how cross-discipline skills, community, and concentration can help creatives build capital without losing who they are. Timestamps / Chapters: 00:00 — Welcome to Redefining Music + meet Mylo Bard 00:37 — Mylo’s background in sports, film, music, and entertainment 02:31 — From church music to metal bands, film school, sports, and creative business 04:37 — Finding your zone of genius as an artist 07:22 — Why systems matter for creatives 09:43 — Building systems that work with your creative mind 12:46 — Defend your art, your skill set, and your time 15:57 — Why artists need to stop being hard on themselves 18:44 — The 3 C’s to capital: cross-discipline, community, and concentration 22:13 — Building community and turning everyday connections into opportunity 25:43 — Abundance, manifestation, and noticing what’s already in front of you 29:30 — Gratitude, mindset, and finding abundance in everyday life Key Takeaways: * Your art is important before it makes money or earns outside validation. * Creative systems don’t have to feel restrictive — they can be designed around how you naturally work. * Artists have more monetizable skills than they realize, including sales, leadership, communication, taste, and community-building. * Building a career in music requires protecting your creative time and treating it like a real commitment. * Community is a resource — the people around you can help create momentum, opportunity, and income. * Abundance starts with noticing what is already available in front of you and taking action from there. Subscribe for more artist stories, industry insight, and career growth conversations. https://www.instagram.com/mylobard/ Follow Amplify EDM: https://www.instagram.com/amplifyedm/ [https://www.instagram.com/amplifyedm/] Follow Kay Cote: https://www.instagram.com/thekaycote/ [https://www.instagram.com/thekaycote/] Live podcast info: https://amplifyedm.com/podcast [https://amplifyedm.com/podcast]

EP 34: Proppaganda: Build a Brand They Can’t Duplicate

Absolutely — here are YouTube-ready show notes for the **Proppaganda** episode:## YouTube DescriptionIn this live episode of **Redefining Music**, Kay sits down with California-based artist **Proppaganda** to talk about building a music career through originality, fear-facing, and unforgettable branding. Proppaganda shares the wild story of how he learned to DJ in 30 days before opening for Zeds Dead in front of 2,600 people, why it took him eight years to release his first song on Spotify, and how his daredevil visuals — from DJing underwater with sharks to performing 12,000 feet in the sky — became part of a larger artist universe. This episode is for DJs, producers, and artists who want to stop playing it safe, build something hard to duplicate, and create a brand people actually remember. ## Timestamps / Chapters00:01 — Welcome to Redefining Music + meet Proppaganda00:44 — How Proppaganda got started in music01:30 — Learning to DJ in 30 days before opening for Zeds Dead03:02 — Walking on stage for the first time in front of 2,600 people04:08 — The moment he knew he wanted to do music forever05:50 — Dropping out of college to pursue DJing08:03 — Fighting for the caddy job that funded music school10:40 — Why it took eight years to release his first song12:38 — Marketing, branding, and building an audience13:53 — How daredevil DJing became part of the brand15:53 — DJing underwater with sharks17:52 — Facing fear through skydiving and extreme stunts20:27 — Performing 12,000 feet in the sky22:24 — Why facing fear changes who you are23:08 — What’s next: new music + official remix opportunity25:17 — How Proppaganda is redefining the music industry26:15 — Closing + first podcast experience## Key Takeaways* Sometimes the biggest career moves start before you feel fully ready.* Your support system can help you overcome fear and step into bigger rooms.* Perfectionism can delay your release, but your music has to leave the hard drive to grow.* Strong branding is more than visuals — it’s creating a world people remember.* Facing fear can become part of your creative identity.* The most powerful artist concepts are original, intentional, and hard to duplicate.

EP 33: Lee Cabrera: Why Doubt Never Goes Away (And Why That’s Good)

On this episode of Redefining Music Podcast, Kay sits down live with house music legend and entrepreneur **Lee Cabrera** to talk about what it really takes to sustain a career in an ever-changing music industry. From landing a dream job at **Strictly Rhythm** as a teenager to writing a global hit at 19, Lee breaks down the mindset behind handling pressure, imposter syndrome, and performance nerves—plus the relationship game that comes with nightlife culture. You’ll also hear the story behind **FaderPro** and how Lee turned his experience into education and new royalty opportunities for artists. If you’re a DJ, producer, or artist building your platform, this episode is packed with real perspective and practical lessons.**Key takeaways:*** How to manage self-doubt when success comes fast* Why mentorship and an honest support circle matter* Turning fear into fuel before stepping on stage* How to bounce back after a bad set or setback* The role relationships play in the music/nightlife business* Building multiple income streams through education (FaderPro)**Timestamps / Chapters:**00:04 — Welcome to Redefining Music + meet Lee Cabrera00:35 — Portland to NYC: NYU, Strictly Rhythm, and getting into the scene02:25 — Behind-the-booth life: clubs, DJs, and learning fast04:50 — Early success + the head game: pressure, doubt, and staying grounded08:26 — Advice for artists breaking in: support systems, honesty, relationships10:47 — Performance nerves: why they happen and why they matter12:02 — Fear + confidence: getting out of your head and taking the stage16:34 — Resilience: how to keep going after a bad show19:18 — FaderPro origin story + building education for artists24:58 — Audience Q: balancing artistry and business27:38 — Where to find Lee + closingFollow Lee Cabrera on Instagram and Spotifyhttps://www.instagram.com/stevenleecabrerahttps://open.spotify.com/artist/4h8hm6TjKsvgmLajBgaI9w?si=aulF1jOkT52xLBSzshhUiwFollow Amplify EDM and Kay Cotehttps://www.instagram.com/thekaycotehttps://www.instagram.com/amplifyedm

EP 32: From Bass to House: Riot Ten’s Next Chapter

In this episode of Redefining Music, Kay Cote sits down with Riot Ten to explore his evolution as an artist—from his early roots in hip hop to becoming a force in bass music, and now stepping into a new chapter with his house project, WILSON. This conversation dives into the realities of touring, finding balance in personal life, and discovering deeper purpose through music while navigating adversity in the ever-changing electronic music industry. Key Elements: * Riot Ten’s origin story and hip hop roots * Transition from bass music to his new house project, WILSON * Finding harmony between touring and personal life * Discovering purpose through music * How to keep going through adversity in the music industry Follow & Listen: Riot Ten Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riottenmusic/ [https://www.instagram.com/riottenmusic/] Riot Ten Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Zxy5LwBatI5kw4uponwHQ?si=A-JpPZIkSI-Xop5fAcjESA [https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Zxy5LwBatI5kw4uponwHQ?si=A-JpPZIkSI-Xop5fAcjESA] WILSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wilson.sound/ [https://www.instagram.com/wilson.sound/] WILSON SoundCloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/sIycznXPtSSkvAf6Ni [https://on.soundcloud.com/sIycznXPtSSkvAf6Ni] Amplify EDM: https://www.instagram.com/amplifyedm/ [https://www.instagram.com/amplifyedm/] Kay Cote: https://www.instagram.com/thekaycote/ [https://www.instagram.com/thekaycote/]

EP 31 More Than Music: Redefining the Texas EDM Scene with Leaders in the Industry

Recorded live at Sound Camp Festival in New Braunfels, TX, this special Redefining Music episode features powerful conversations with women leading change in the Texas electronic music scene. Host Kay Cote sits down with Sydney Cheatham (The Ripple Effect), Sarah Supinski (EDM Prosperity Network), Lauren Bruno (Prosper XO), and Hannah Allen (Elixir Mixer Events) to explore how community, emotional connection, and sustainable systems can help artists thrive. From redefining success and supporting artists beyond streaming to preserving humanity in an age of automation, this episode offers real insight, inspiration, and actionable resources for DJs, producers, and music lovers alike. 🎧 New episodes weekly | Live shows every 4th Thursday in Austin, TX