Music On Your Own Terms
Suicide Prevention
Episodes
Friday Apr 30, 2021
Music On Your Own Terms 118 "X. Ari - Transforming Pain Into Power"
Friday Apr 30, 2021
Friday Apr 30, 2021
Music On Your Own Terms 118 - X. Ari - Transforming Pain Into Power
This episode I talk with LA based/Toronto born artist X. Ari, in the run up to her month long mental health festival, Mental Health With X. Ari. We talk about Ari's history in performance, touring in girl bands in her teens, moving to LA and making music a career as well as some great tips surrounding her songwriting process. Ari also shares stories about her experiences with mental health, suffering from comorbid disorders that have led to hospitalization, and continuing to find methods of self care, therapy and medication in order to live a fulfilling life. Ari is now managing those conditions, has adopted the mantra "pain into power", and is using her experiences to become a powerful advocate for mental health, including the upcoming Mental Health Month With X. Ari.
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X. Ari on the web - https://xariofficial.com
X. Ari on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/xARIofficial/
X. Ari on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/xARIofficial/
Topics discussed in this episode : Indie 101 | Indie Week | Pride Month | Untamed | Bye Bye Birdie | El Mocambo | Bread And Circus | Comorbid Disorder | Coachella | Darryl Hurs | Tal Vaisman | Insight Timer | North York General Toronto | Dan Arromavucci | NAMI | Jack.org | The Blues Project
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Tuesday Feb 09, 2021
Music On Your Own Terms 106 "Matt Connard/War Chariot - Fear Not The Fire"
Tuesday Feb 09, 2021
Tuesday Feb 09, 2021
Music On Your Own Terms 106 - Matt Connard/War Chariot - Fear Not The Fire
If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.
For the National Sexual Assault Hotline call 1-800-656-4673 or visit https://www.rainn.org.
In this episode I talk to Matt Connard about his studio project War Chariot. Since the interview, it was announced that War Chariot has broken up, however Matt is planning on forging ahead with his own solo music, and I look forward to hearing what he comes up with. In this conversation, we hear how Matt got into music, how the band got started and we get deep into some Swedish death metal talk, along with some guitar nerd conversation about amp tones. Matt also shares his background in business and some killer tips for musicians to be mindful of their long term goals, and think in a more entrepreneurial way about their business. Finally, Matt shares some extremely personal experiences with mental health, addiction and a traumatic event as a child, that he attributes his former lifestyle to. This is an incredibly deep and moving conversation, and I am extremely grateful to Matt for sharing his story, in the hope that it will give anyone struggling with mental health, a ray of hope to see that you are not alone and you can get through your difficulties, no matter how intimidating they feel.
Click here for the main show notes page!
Matt Connard on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/warconnard/
War Chariot on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/warchariotofficial/
War Chariot on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/warchariotmetal
Topics discussed in this episode : Possessed | Flood The Atlantic | Myspace | Machine Head | At The Gates | Killswitch Engage | Dimebag | Pantera | Revocation | Dave Davidson | Peavey 6505 | Kemper Profiler | Josh Middleton | Krank Rev | Wes Hauch | Fortin Nameless | Ola England | The Haunted | Dark Tranquility | In Flames | Anders Friden | Peter Dolving | Mary Beats Jane | Metallica | Megadeth | Elvis | U2 | Bob Dylan | Johnny Cash | Bruce Springsteen | Bryan Adams | Queen | Venom | Venom Inc. | Guns N Roses | Shadows Fall | Unearth | Lamb Of God | God Forbid | Trivium | Strapping Young Lad | Headbangers Ball | Krusher | Noisy Mothers | Oasis Exotic Enclosures | Rotomolding | Jason Reeves Richardson | Yngwie Malmsteen | Neal Schon | George Lynch | Gary Vee | Purpose Driven Life Book | Jake Luhrs | August Burns Red | Mountains Book
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Check out the new merch in the store at store.musiconyourownterms.com, or click the link in the menu.
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This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Armadillo Print Company
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Visit https://theskinnyarmadillo.com/ or call 817 546 1430
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Monday Dec 07, 2020
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Music On Your Own Terms 094 - Jessica Compton/Tree Of Stars - Riffs & Self Care
In this week's episode, I talk to Jessica Compton, the founder of Tree Of Stars, an organization that promotes mental health awareness and addiction recovery, by telling stories through music. We discuss Jessica's history of being abandoned and abused as a child, being arrested and turning to drug use, then her journey leading to self care and helping others on their own journey. We talk about how music, art and photography, funds outreach programs and feeding musicians especially during the pandemic, and what learning an instrument has meant to Jessica's own mental health.
Click here for the main show notes page!
Tree Of Stars On Tour on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/treeofstarsontour/
Tree Of Stars On Tour on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/hamontcafetour
Jessica Compton Photography on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lostinthelensfoundinthemoment/
Tree Of Stars On Tour on the web - https://treeofstars.wordpress.com
Tree Of Stars: Telling Our Stories Charity Album
Topics discussed in this episode : Hamilton Ontario | Niagara Falls | Toronto | North Bay Ontario | Rise In Domestic Abuse Cases During Covid | Tuque | Birdsong Foundation
Make sure you check out the Support The Podcast Page to get deals on various items mentioned above!
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If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.
Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
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Check out the new merch in the store at store.musiconyourownterms.com, or click the link in the menu.
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This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Armadillo Print Company
Specializing in screen printing, embroidery, design, on demand digital printing, web stores, fulfillment and more.
Visit https://theskinnyarmadillo.com/ or call 817 546 1430
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Monday Sep 14, 2020
Monday Sep 14, 2020
Music On Your Own Terms 078 - Hal Eisenberg - A Runaway, Wanted Dead Or Alive
Please welcome Hal Eisenberg to the podcast! Hal contributed drums to James Dand's Empowerment Songs project, including the track "Hero's Journey" that we heard in episode 76, as well as the track at the end of this interview. Not only is Hal a drummer, but we find out about his amazing work in the New York school system as a social worker, having helped hundreds of thousands of kids find their voice, and reach their full potential in the world. Hal talks about growing up, becoming homeless and falling into drugs and alcohol, then turning his life around to become a major force in the education system. We also hear about his near death experience with COVID, and now his battle with cancer, as well as a special message of encouragement from a well known New Jersey singer. This is an incredible chat, and I was extremely inspired after I talked with Hal, I hope you will experience the same insight and invigoration after listening to Hal speak!Click here for the main show notes page!
Hal on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hal_eisenberg88/
Hal on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/hal88
Windows Of Opportunity on the web - http://www.wooinc.org
Windows Of Opportunity on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/windowsofopportunity88/
Topics discussed in this episode : James Dand | The Passion Center | Kira Day | Stevie Wonder - Hotter Than July | The Four Seasons | The Beatles | Aerosmith | Led Zeppelin | Waking Up From Work | Jon Bon Jovi | Phil X | Hired Gun | Liberty DeVitto | Billy Joel | Neil Peart | Stewart Copeland | Tico Torres | Marco Minnemann | Bryan Beller | The Jelly Jam | Rod Morgenstein | Dream Theater | Bruce Vermett | Killbot Zero | Outlet
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This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Armadillo Print Company
Specializing in screen printing, embroidery, design, on demand digital printing, web stores, fulfillment and more.
Visit https://theskinnyarmadillo.com/ or call 817 546 1430
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Friday Aug 28, 2020
Friday Aug 28, 2020
Music On Your Own Terms 075 - Just The Tip 3 - Looking Back To The 2019 CD Baby DIY Musician Conference
Since the CD Baby DIY Musician conference was cancelled this year due to COVID, I wanted to take a minute, in this, the third installment, of Just The Tip, to ask some of the attendees I met last year, why they went and what they got out of the conference.
This episode features responses from the following artists: Andrew Plan, Latoya Cooper, the Songstress. Ruthie Wilde, TD Benton, Dirty Metal Lefty, Diego Vargas, Anais Azul.
Click here for the main show notes page!
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Help me get to 100 subscribers on YouTube!
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As a sufferer myself, and to support others with fibromyalgia, I have created this "fibromyalgia can suck it" shirt, with $10 from every sale going to the National Fibromyalgia Association.
Click here to order, or go to the Music On Your Own Terms Podcast store at moyot.itemorder.com
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This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Armadillo Print Company
Specializing in screen printing, embroidery, design, on demand digital printing, web stores, fulfillment and more.
Visit https://theskinnyarmadillo.com/ or call 817 546 1430
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Saturday Jan 25, 2020
Music On Your Own Terms 037 “Chris "Peapod" Daher/On The Radar Podcast”
Saturday Jan 25, 2020
Saturday Jan 25, 2020
Music On Your Own Terms Episode 37 - Chris "Peapod" Daher/On The Radar Podcast
Joining me for episode 37 from darkest Toledo Ohio, is Chris "Peapod" Daher, a radio personality for 100.7 The Zone, who has a killer podcast called "On The Radar" that promotes musical acts coming through to and from the greater Midwest area. Our discussion meanders through his passion for music that pushes him to find out each musician's story much like my own, his journey from being bullied in school to becoming a well known radio host, and the responsibilities and pitfalls of having a platform to address social concerns whether that be radio, a podcast, or a band's fanbase. This episode is not only a great insight into the workings of a popular music podcast, but also a fantastic exploration of personal growth. Check out Chris's music choice from Toledo area band "Castle No Kings" with their track, "Thinning Veil".
On The Radar Podcast on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/OnTheRadarPC/
On The Radar Podcast on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ontheradarpc/
Peapod on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/cdaher20
Peapod on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/peapodonthemedia/
100.7 The Zone on the web - http://www.toledoszone.com
Music in this episode by Castle No Kings
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This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Armadillo Print Company
Specializing in screen printing, embroidery, design, on demand digital printing, web stores, fulfillment and more.
Visit https://theskinnyarmadillo.com/ or call 817 546 1430
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Tuesday Dec 31, 2019
Music On Your Own Terms 033 "End Of Year Review/Goals"
Tuesday Dec 31, 2019
Tuesday Dec 31, 2019
Music On Your Own Terms Episode 33 – End Of Year Review/Goals
For the last episode of the year, I review my stats, introduce myself and my background for new listeners, and I break down my goals for the coming year.
Thanks for listening!
Music in this episode by Killbot Zero
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This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Armadillo Print Company
Specializing in screen printing, embroidery, design, on demand digital printing, web stores, fulfillment and more.
Visit https://theskinnyarmadillo.com/ or call 817 546 1430
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Monday Nov 04, 2019
Music On Your Own Terms 024 “Ruthie Wilde”
Monday Nov 04, 2019
Monday Nov 04, 2019
Music On Your Own Terms Episode 24 - Ruthie Wilde
Please welcome cellist Ruthie Wilde to the podcast. Ruthie and I met in line, waiting to meet Darryl McDaniels of Run DMC after hearing his emotional presentation about his struggle with depression and suicidal ideations. We discovered we have a shared interest in psychological and physical limitations and benefits of being a musician. In this episode we talk about Ruthie's history in music, human development, teaching and more!
Ruthie on the web - http://ruthiewilde.com
Ruthie on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/ruthiewildemusic
Ruthie on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/ruthiewildemusic/
Music in this episode by Pachelbel, performed by Ruthie Wilde
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This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Armadillo Print Company
Specializing in screen printing, embroidery, design, on demand digital printing, web stores, fulfillment and more.
Visit https://theskinnyarmadillo.com/ or call 817 546 1430
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Sunday Jun 16, 2019
Music On Your Own Terms 016 "Brian Hilliker"
Sunday Jun 16, 2019
Sunday Jun 16, 2019
Music On Your Own Terms Episode 16 - Brian Hilliker
In this episode I talk to Brian Hilliker, a metal singer/songwriter that is not only using his music as an outlet for negative experiences, but also to try and reach people that are experiencing mental health issues and are at risk of suicide. Brian talks about his own struggles with depression and suicidal ideations, and how he was able to turn his life around with mindset and other's help.
Music in this episode by Brian Hilliker
Brian on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BrianHilliker13/
Brian on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brianhilliker13/
AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) - https://afsp.org/
If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.
Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
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