loves music
loves music
Podcast Description
"loves music" is a podcast, hosted by me, Julian Jones, that celebrates music and the moments that made us fall in love with it. It’s for music-lovers who, despite the demands of life, remain passionate about their beloved albums and artists and still seek to discover new talent, whether online, internationally, or within the sweaty crowded bars of your hometown. It’s in us! We don't know why we do it; we just do… and we refuse to grow out of it.
Every Thursday, I interview artists past and present about making music: their inspiration, their challenges, and the moments they will never forget.
If you love or even have a dysfunctional relationship with music, come along, and share this show with someone who loves music.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a variety of topics related to music, including personal stories of artists, their musical journeys, and the challenges they face. For instance, episodes dive into the transitions of Raquel Liane from musical theater to songwriting and Dareen's experiences blending multicultural influences in her music. The show emphasizes themes of self-discovery, artistic evolution, and the emotional aspects of music creation.
“loves music” is a podcast, hosted by me, Julian Jones, that celebrates music and the moments that made us fall in love with it. It’s for music-lovers who, despite the demands of life, remain passionate about their beloved albums and artists and still seek to discover new talent, whether online, internationally, or within the sweaty crowded bars of your hometown. It’s in us! We don’t know why we do it; we just do… and we refuse to grow out of it.
Every Thursday, I interview artists past and present about making music: their inspiration, their challenges, and the moments they will never forget.
If you love or even have a dysfunctional relationship with music, come along, and share this show with someone who loves music.
Ep.48: Mickey Shiloh has written songs for Britney Spears and Janet Jackson… and was doing a press interview from a psych ward. The multi-platinum songwriter, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, and founder of HRDRV has lived every version of the music industry: from signing with Darkchild at 17, to watching her breakout single explode via Kylie Jenner and Drake, to being hospitalized during the peak of her momentum. Now she’s channeling everything she’s learned into building a subscription-based artist development company, and she’s brutally honest about what it actually takes to make a living in music.
In this conversation, we get into:
- How “Drunk on the Mic” went from a Hennessy-fueled voice memo to a Kylie Jenner co-sign
- What a manic episode actually looks and feels like, and why weed was the trigger every time
- The Tony Robbins quote that made her realize she had a job, not a business
- Why 99% of artists are in no man’s land, and what the other 1% are doing differently
- Her honest take on quality vs. volume, horizontal networking, and the thousand true fans model
About Mickey Shiloh:
Mickey Shiloh is a multi-platinum songwriter, artist, and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. She began her music career at just 15 with her first publishing deal and, by 17, signed with Grammy-winning producer Darkchild, quickly establishing herself as a powerhouse songwriter. Over the years, she’s written for icons including Janet Jackson, Britney Spears, LL Cool J, and many more. As CEO and founder of HRDRV, an artist development company, Mickey helps artists build sustainable careers through mentorship, creative guidance, sync opportunities, and priority support. As an independent artist, she’s released over 40 albums across multiple genres since 2011, showcasing her relentless creativity and versatility. Beyond music, she’s deeply committed to entrepreneurship, mental health advocacy, and designing systems that empower creatives to thrive on their own terms.
Connect with Mickey Shiloh:
Instagram: instagram.com/mickeyshiloh
Website: mickeyshiloh.com
Substack: mickeyshiloh.substack.com
HRDRV (artist development): instagram.com/hrdrv
Sound Economy (education community): skool.com/soundeconomy/about
Latest release: hr-drv.lnk.to/DoULikeGirls
Music Mentioned in this Episode:
Songs:
- “Drunk on the Mic” — Mickey Shiloh
- “Tissue Box” — Mickey Shiloh
- “Shades of Blue” (feat. Mickey Shiloh) — Vic Mensa
- “New Bay” (feat. Mickey Shiloh) — Vic Mensa
Albums & Projects:
- 16 Shots — Vic Mensa
Artists & Bands:
- Mickey Shiloh
- Darkchild (Rodney Jerkins)
- Britney Spears
- Janet Jackson
- LL Cool J
- Pitbull
- Wiz Khalifa
- Kylie Jenner
- Drake
- Justine Skye
- Vic Mensa
- Chloe x Halle
- Jill Scott
- Erykah Badu
- Missy Elliott
- Eminem
- Nirvana
- Crossfade
- Alter Bridge
- Russ
- Derek Sivers
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Follow the OFFICIAL “loves music” playlist on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/library/playlist/p.4Y0J406i03DQrX
“loves music” playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0qE3kq89oyg3tFNbmRfHEO?si=vopaKQnNS8OHn0r2fFTVBg
Check out the “loves music” podcast website: https://www.podpage.com/loves-music/
Julian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julianjones417/
Julian on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@julianjones417
Check out Julian’s book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B6QYX6RL
This podcast is managed by Wildwave Podcasting: https://www.wildwavepodcasting.com
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