In this episode, we delve into an in-depth conversation with Jake Wesley Rogers, the recipient of this year's Inspiration Award at the 0-60 Awards. Jake shares his journey from growing up in Missouri's Bible Belt to becoming a rising star in the music industry. Here's what we cover:

- Jake's early love for singing and performing, his influences from Lady Gaga to Stevie Nicks, and his move to Nashville to attend Belmont University.

- His recent releases, including his first major label project, "Pluto," and his latest single, "Dark Bird."

- Jake's experience navigating the music industry, from self-funding his EP to signing with a major label.

- The importance of authenticity in songwriting and how Jake found his voice in Nashville.

- Jake's creative routines, including the practice of morning pages from "The Artist's Way," and how reading and staying open to surprises fuel his inspiration.

- His advice to the next wave of artists: to honor their truth, embrace the uncomfortable, and view their creative journey as a way to free themselves and others.

Pull Quotes:

- "I always believe that the best art comes from limitation because it forces you to be more creative." - Jake Wesley Rogers

- "I think the artist's role is to drop keys for people because we're all in cages even if we don't realize it." - Jake Wesley Rogers

- "The hardest thing to do is tell the truth because it's uncomfortable." - Jake Wesley Rogers

This episode is a must-listen for aspiring artists, songwriters, and anyone seeking inspiration in their creative journey. Tune in to hear Jake's insights on authenticity, creativity, and the power of staying true to oneself in the music industry.

Keywords: Jake Wesley Rogers, Inspiration Award, 0-60 Awards, music industry, songwriting, authenticity, creativity, The Artist's Way, morning pages, Nashville, Belmont University, Pluto, Dark Bird.

Discovery Question: What is your perspective on the financial implications pertaining to a career in the music business? 

Task Of The Day: How to create a triangle of relationships between you, a product or brand and a non-profit. 

The Emerging Artist Development podcast was created and hosted by Nathan Dohse, President of AGD Entertainment and the author of Zero To 60 By AGD, and artist development program.

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Today’s Discovery Question: What type of funding will you be working with during the development process of your career? 

• A) I am already a working professional. 
• B) I'm fortunate enough to have funding for a full development plan. 
• C) I have adequate funding to create my projects within a budget. 
• D) I have saving for my next project.
• E) I pay for my craft from my day job. 
• F) I have limited funding and will need to do a fund raiser to continue creating. 

Task Of The Day: Operations Pre-Release Pitch - Reach out to all the contacts who you would like to have participate in the creation of the product or strategy of it's release. 

Inspiration:  Time, Money & Influence are three necessary components for a successful career in creative fields. The only renewable resource we all have is Time. Slow down, don't be in a hurry. The Money and the Influence are on their way. 

The Emerging Artist Development podcast was created and hosted by Nathan Dohse, President of AGD Entertainment and the author of Zero To 60 By AGD, and artist development program. 

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