Episode 67 of Club Management has arrived and for this show, we dive deep into the joy of motherhood for part 1 of our mommas in music series.For the first episode, Shannon chats with her mother Sharon about how she helped foster and cultivate all the creative talents she has today. Sharon talks about the challenges she faced throughout motherhood and why autonomy was key in helping Shannon and her siblings to find their passion.Later on the show, Shannon chats with Web 3 aficionado and music consultant Stephanie Guerrero about her work in the growing Web 3 space and how she juggles parenting two young children amid her busy work schedule.Stephanie talks about the challenge of taking care of her kids during the COVID-19 pandemic and the inspiration behind her consulting firm Goat For Mars. She also chats about the importance of using Web 3 to build community in music and shares some ways emerging artists can tap into the industry to grow their brands.Subscribe To Our Patreon For More Content: Patreon.com/ClubManagement1Support the show

For episode 66, we head to NOWADAYS for a special live recording of the podcast. For this episode, three heroes in NYC’s music community join Shannon for a deep discussion about the state of the music industry post-pandemic.Shannon chats with Sweet Kicks co-founder Rose Kourts, The Carry Nation’s Nita Aviance, and producer Doctor Jeep, about how they are navigating the music industry post-pandemic and how they have managed to weather some of the economic challenges present in the industry due to the impending recession and COVID's after effect on the economy.All three panelists also share insight on…- How to negotiate fees post-pandemic- Breaking into the industry as a full-time DJ/producer - The problem with radius clauses - How to juggle different roles in nightlife- Resources to help emerging talent + moreQ&A Session:Question 1: What do you think about bar percentages?Question 2: Should a promoter request money from door sales?Question 3: How much marketing do you put into your brand on social media?Question 4: How do you adapt to different roles in nightlife?Question 5: Is there an agency that recruits, DJs, designers photographers, and other nightlife workers?Question 6: What are ways that artists can better resource themselves?Question 7: What happens when you don’t abide by the radius clause?Question 8: Should a percentage of club profits be donated to an artist fund to help emerging talent in need?Question 9: How do you sustain yourself DJing full-time?Question 10: How do you maintain confidence as a DJ and a producer?Question 11: How do you contact clubs to organize gigs?Question 12: How do you stay genuine to your sound as an artist?Support the show

Episode 65 has arrived and this time, Shannon sits down for a beautiful chat with super producer and DJ James Bangura. Shannon talks with the DC-based artist about his family's rich musical history, his time serving in the military and why music seems to flow effortlessly from his creative mind.TracklistBroken Mind - James BanguraCurtain Call - James BanguraLucid Memory - James BanguraIn My Bizzness - Black Rave Culture Ft. DreamcastmoeSub Poppin - Black Rave CultureBandcampjamesbangura.bandcamp.comblackraveculture.bandcamp.comSupport the show

After a long hiatus, we’re back with episode 64! This time Shannon chats with writer, DJ and Dub Lab radio host Martyn Pepperell about New Zealand’s incredible music scene, what it's like to rave at 14, and Martyn finally settles the opening DJ debate.TracklistSummer Vee - JudasSummer Vee - Key To All Your LoveSupport the show

For this episode, Shannon steers the ship solo and gives a short update on life events, growing pains, future goals, and all of the fun projects she's currently working on.Support the show

For episode 62, Shannon speaks to KYRUH and WTCHCRFT, a DJ duo who has been blowing up dance floors in NYC with their fiery DJ sets.Whizzing through trashing Techno, Hard House and booming Electronic vocal samples, KYRUH and WTCHCRFT light up the dance floor with their high energy. Every time the pair manage to offer up something unique and their creative synergy feels timeless and unbound.KYRUH and WTCHCRFT have been devoted to the rave since high school and college, where they happened to meet and form an inseparable friendship. Now big things are exploding for the DJ duo. After their electric performance at Berlin's popular radio station HOR, the besties have been booked and busy, and they’re actually gearing up for another Euro tour.What's the secret to their undeniable sauce? Shannon spoke to KYRUH and WTCHCRFT about their early DJ beginnings. The pair walked through how they plan their electrifying sets, and the duo share some exciting developments about their buzzing DJ careers.~ TracklistWTCHCRFT - The CallersWTCHCRFT - UhmmSubscribe To Our Patreon For More Content: Patreon.com/ClubManagement1Support the show

Episode 61 has arrived and we are jumping into the last episode for the How To Handle Music Business series. For the last episode, we invite none other than the fierce blend Queen DJ Noir to the show. She’s the co-founder of @JukeBounceWerk, an international collective of producers and DJs, who have laid the groundwork in expanding the Chicago Juke and Footwork sound in Los Angeles and across the globe.DJ Noir has been working in music and nightlife since the early 90s, priming her impeccable DJ chops in LA’s drum and bass scene. Now, she continues to pour her energy, wisdom and care into her community with JBW. She’s a mama bear and a mentor, continually encouraging her crew and those hungry to excel in the music world to perfect their skills. She does it all while churning out heavy-hitting mixes, touring and releasing her own production under the moniker Phyliss Jaxson.Outside of music, Noir has used her platform to speak out against some of the social injustices Black artists often face in the industry. In 2020, the star penned an essay in DJ Mag that explored how language can be used to appropriate and erase Black artists with the rise of the 160 movement.Shannon spoke to the music titan about Juke Bounce Werk’s early beginnings, what it takes to make it in the industry and what artists should do to build meaningful relationships. Noir also spoke about some of the backlash she received from her DJ Mag article and why it was important to address the glaring elephant in the room.~TracklistHornz Bang - JAE DRAGO X DJ NoirIn Love - Phyliss JaxsonThot Lava - Phyliss JaxsonSubscribe To Our Patreon For More Content: Patreon.com/ClubManagement1Support the show

The 2nd episode of the "How To Handle Music Business" series has arrived and this time super producer, DJ and event organizer Jadalareign joins the show. She’s negotiated some big music deals in all corners of the industry from DJing internationally to booking incredible talent at her dynamic parties.The phenomenal Brooklyn-based DJ and producer has been shaking up dance floors since 2016 with her eclectic sound centered on Black underground dance and if you’ve never had a chance to witness Jada in action you're in for a treat. The New York native can seamlessly weave between records and CDJS taking party-goers on a journey with her carefully crafted sets that span between vocal house, rare grooves and jackin' dance anthems.But Jada’s ability to create harmony and unity on the dance floor can also be seen in her community activism. Jadalareign created her popular Skillshare series as a safe place for DJs of marginalized identities to cultivate their DJ skills and learn strategies on how to scale their passion for music into a full-time career.In 2020, Jada co-produced a virtual production camp called In Session alongside her teammates FIVEBOI and Sam Law that attracted participants from across the globe looking to learn the ins and outs of production.Now, as a talent booker at the legendary NOWADAYS, Jada continues to extend her passion for cultivating community with her incredible residency and programming. She had a lot to share in terms of negotiating pay, creating contracts and ways we can continue to center diversity on the dance floor.Support the show

Episode 59 has arrived and for this series, we're diving deep into what goes on beyond the dancefloor. If you're just starting out in the music industry, negotiating fees, signing performance contracts and networking with clubs and promoters can seem daunting, but over the next few weeks, Shannon has enlisted the help of club bookers, DJs and event organizers to help demystify some of those pressing questions.This week, David Kiss joins the podcast. He’s the music and booking director at House of Yes, one of New York’s most iconic nightclubs. David is responsible for booking the incredible talent that walks through the club doors on any given night and with more than 10 years of experience in the nightlife industry, he’s done and seen in all when it comes to handling music bizz.David walked Shannon through his incredible journey of event organizing and how he and his team create unforgettable nightlife experiences at House of Yes. He also dropped a ton of gems on his expectations when new and upcoming talent reach out to him to perform at HOY as well as some great networking tips for those just getting into the game.Support the show

After a nice hiatus, we’re back with the final installment of the Mental Health and Therapy series.For the first half of the show, Shannon chats to producer Derek Russo about his work in the mental health space and how he practices self-care through music and psychedelics. They both reflect on the lockdown period and how sometimes they miss the stillness from that moment.During the second half of the show, Shannon speaks to DJ, writer and Hang Time magazine founder Ebony Anderson Brown who performs under the moniker FLWRSHRK. Fresh off her SXSW debut, Ebony opens up about her mental health journey and how she uses therapy as a tool to her empower herself. The busy DJ also shares why she believes it's so important to advocate and fight for your self-care.Subscribe To Our Patreon For More Content: Patreon.com/ClubManagement1Support the show