Logan Shea is a self-described workaholic. In the past couple years, amidst personal and financial challenges, he’s done whatever he had to to take his career and his music to the next level.

Like so many artists working to make a name for themselves, Defunk has been hustling his butt off, which means he’s done it all. From marketing and promotion, to booking and outreach, tour planning, not to mention producing fresh music regularly and teaching himself new instruments, he’s worn every hat as an artist and business owner.

1: Mastering the Hustle with Defunk

Music moves us all in different ways. When Maddy lost her dad at 26, making music guided her through a grief she never thought she'd have to endure.  It also gave her the courage to take steps she might never have taken in her career. Real talk on topics like staying centered on the road, checking in with yourself, getting past creative blocks, staying uncomfortable, the importance of creative relationships, and healing from loss. This episode is jam-packed with girl power,  wisdom and some of Maddy's best beats.

2: Healing Through Music with Maddy O'Neal

No one knows the saving power of music like the Polish-born godfather of the Colorado electronic music scene, Michal Menert. Since his early days making hip hop with high school buddies, to co-producing one of the most groundbreaking albums in electronic history, to now touring the country with his own 6 person band, Michal is no stranger to adversity and career challenges - yet somehow he always comes out on top. Not by chance but by choice, Michal has learned a lot from life's lessons and shares his unique perspective on ... tons of things! I was incredibly inspired speaking with him for this interview and I know you will be too.

At one point in the interview, I ask Michal if he has a mantra, an inspiring tidbit that drives him every day. He said "I put it all in one of our latest songs, "All You Get." You can find that song here: https://soundcloud.com/michalmenert/all-you-get

Find all the latest releases from Michal Menert and the Pretty Fantastics here:
https://soundcloud.com/michalmenert/sets/2018-singles and look out for their full length album dropping on November 16th.

Saving Yourself through Music with Michal Menert

Real life conversations with dance music artists about life, love, challenges, success and music.

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