Behind the Music with Kerry "2Smooth" Marshall / / Musicians Empowerment Podcast

“Mastery, Melody, and Movement: The Sound of Discipline & Freedom” With/ Adam Miller

In this episode of the Empowerment Podcast, we spotlight internationally acclaimed instrumental guitarist Adam Miller—an artist known for blending jazz harmony, groove, and melody into a powerful, expressive sound. Often compared to Charlie Hunter, Tuck Andress, Julian Lage, and Tommy Emmanuel, Miller has built a global reputation for his rare ability to perform independent bass lines, melodies, and harmonies simultaneously with precision and feel. With over 20 years in music, 10 full-length albums, and performances across the world—including major international festivals—Adam’s journey reflects dedication, mastery, and artistic vision. We also highlight his latest release, TIMING, recorded live in just five hours in Los Angeles, capturing the raw, spontaneous energy of his trio. This episode explores the discipline behind his craft, the power of consistency, and what it means to stay committed to your purpose as a creative. Sponsor a youth to attend a conference here : https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp [https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp] Support the show [https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp]

Behind the Music with Lawrence Jones

Tune into this episode with Proud endorser of @OrangeAmplifiers and @daddarioandco [https://www.instagram.com/daddarioandco/?hl=en] (Lawrence Jones). Sit in to gain insight on the development of a successful musician. Support this channel by donating to the Musicians Empowerment here. https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp [https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp] Support the show [https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp]

Behind the Music with Kerry "2Smooth" Marshall / / Musicians Empowerment Podcast

🎙️ **Musicians Empowerment Podcast – Featuring Kerry “2Smooth” Marshall** From turning down his amp when it wasn’t even plugged in, to rocking stages around the world with artists like Jason Derulo, Ledisi, Chrisette Michele, Tyrese, and Tori Kelly—Kerry *“2Smooth”* Marshall’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Kerry opens up about his humble beginnings in the church with little knowledge of chords or keys, his time in the U.S. Army where he discovered his passion for guitar, and the pivotal moment that saved his career and set him on a global stage. He shares the lessons learned from playing on world tours, TV shows like Jimmy Kimmel, Good Morning America, James Corden, and even the Dove Awards, while performing for audiences of over 150,000 people. But his story doesn’t stop at the spotlight. Kerry also dives into his mission to *teach, encourage, and empower* through his online guitar community, **Kerry’s Kamp**, and how he uses every platform to help musicians unlock their potential. From Birmingham to Los Angeles, from almost giving up to global stages, Kerry’s testimony proves that determination, faith, and the right tools can change everything. 👉 Tune in as we talk about his grind, his growth, and his heart for raising up the next generation of musicians. Visit Kerry's website here : https://www.kerryskamp.com/meet-kerry [https://www.kerryskamp.com/meet-kerry] Hear his latest material produced : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0rPcsVI_5s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0rPcsVI_5s] Support the Musicians Empowerment Organization here : https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp [https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp] #MusiciansEmpowerment #Kerry2SmoothMarshall #Podcast #MusicianLife #GuitarCommunity Support the show [https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp]

Effective Practice Tools // with "Anytune" Founder Tony Wacheski

To be a great musician, you need to really hear the music. Anytune helps you listen to and use the music in wonderful new ways from your iPhone, iPad,  Mac and now on Android. computer.  Hear every nuance of the music to learn or transcribe, and play along at your pace to make practice more fun. Musicians Empowerment and Anytune are about empowering musicians—whether it’s the ME community use of discipline or Anytune’s tools for breaking songs down, looping, and mastering them—together it all helps musicians take control of their growth. With Anytune you can: * Amazing stretching with fantastic clarity * Break down the song into sections with marks and timed annotations * Change the pitch of a song to transcribe in a different key * Use transcribe mode to work through a song repeating sections as you go * Record your own performance to listen to every detail * Use the Loop Trainer to start slow and build speed * The list goes on and on, …. Musicians Empowerment Podcast listeners get 50% off Anytune Pro+ (iOS) feature packs! $15 → $7USD Download Anytune (free) on the App Store. Use the “MEC50OFF” code for 50% Off. How to Redeem your code. [https://anytune.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360031410012] https://www.anytune.app/empowerment/ [https://www.anytune.app/empowerment/] Support the show [https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp]

Behind the Music with Steven Dukes / / Musicians Empowerment

🎸 Behind the Strings with Steven Dukes 🎸 Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Steven Dukes — Creative, Producer, and Guitarist currently on tour with gospel recording artist Todd Dulaney. As the CEO of DFM Entertainment, Steven brings a unique blend of artistry, innovation, and leadership to the music industry. Beyond the stage, he’s a devoted husband, friend, and brother whose journey reflects passion, faith, and purpose. From touring life to studio sessions, Steven shares insights on creativity, music production, and how he balances business, ministry, and relationships. Whether you're a musician, creative, or simply love great stories — this episode will leave you motivated and encouraged. 🎧 Tune in and get a behind-the-scenes look at the heart and hustle of one of gospel music’s most dynamic guitarists. Visit all the programs Steven has to offer by checking out his linktree account here. https://linktr.ee/stevendukes?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=5ea1f7ce-5fb2-48dd-90b6-b9c2a72b9813 Support the show [https://cash.app/$MusiciansEmp]