Killer Influence is the ultimate showcase of creatives in Nashville, TN, hosted by (me) Will Barton and various co-hosts from Media Whisper, a digital marketing agency based in Nashville. Each week, we share insights from the media industry while interviewing standout personalities, to showcase the true driving force behind Nashville’s various booming industries. As marketing professionals, we also provide listeners with takeaways on new marketing strategies and trending topics. Killer Influence is more than just interviews; it's backstories and tips & tricks from unsung heroes in the creative fields that make our Music City so special.
Taking video production technology to the next level w/ Kirk Slawek & Adam Sadler | Gear Seven Creative, Shift, Eleven Willow
Will and Brandon chat with Kirk Slawek & Adam Sadler of Gear Seven Creative, Shift, and Eleven Willow. We speak about their journey in the video production industry, technological advancements in the space, how they manage their time between the three companies, and what the future holds. Lots of great insights for entrepreneurs and those interested in the technology behind today's best car commercials and cutting-edge filmmaking techniques.
8 Sept 2021TRANSCRIPT
Adventuring the US as a professional photographer w/ Ryan Kanaly | Founder of Smallhands Creative
In Episode 4 of Season 2, Will interviews Ryan Kanaly, an independent photographer based in Nashville, who got his start experimenting with the capabilities of early iPhone cameras. He now runs a boutique photography studio — traveling the US, enjoying all that life offers, and opening doors to the next inspiring opportunity. This episode is priceless for anyone interested in a professional photographer's journey, from winning a new project to delivering the final assets to the client.
23 Jul 2021TRANSCRIPT
Advertising then vs. now from a Madison Ave industry veteran w/ Don Schneider | Former Executive Vice President/Executive Creative Director for BBDO New York
In Episode 3 of Season 2, Will is joined by Brandon Brown to interview Don Schneider. For over 30 years, Don worked at the pinnacle of the marketing & advertising industry, creating some of the most recognized and awarded campaigns in the world. Leading the creative efforts for an array of Fortune 100 companies, Don’s work has won nearly every industry award possible, including Cannes Lions, Emmys, Clios, and even a Grammy. Recently, when USAToday listed the top ten Super Bowl ads of all ...
8 Jul 2021
Giving hope & creativity to those experiencing homelessness w/ Nicole Brandt Minyard | Founder and Executive Director of Poverty and the Arts (POVA)
In Episode 2 of Season 2, Will is joined by co-host Meredith Wiser to interview Nicole Brandt Minyard, Founder and Executive Director of Poverty and the Arts (POVA), which provides people impacted by homelessness with the creative resources, training, and art exhibitions to showcase their work. She is inspired by the creativity of those on the streets and is finding ways to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor.
18 Jun 2021
From managing MySpace pages to running a full service marketing agency w/ Michael Henry | Founder of Media Whisper
In Episode 1 of Season 2, we interview, Michael Henry, the founder and co-owner of Media Whisper. He got his start managing MySpace pages for music venues, for free. 10 years later, Media Whisper has grown into a powerful digital marketing agency with clients ranging from Live Nation to AMC Networks.
23 Feb 2021
From creative pursuit to DIY business w/ Brian Hood | The Six Figure Home Studio
In Episode 11 of Killer influence, Alexa Rae and Will Barton interview Brian Hood, owner of The Six Figure Home Studio. Brian Hood discusses how he went from playing in bands to starting his own DIY home recording business. The former drummer of MyChildren MyBride mastered his craft and now runs The Six Figure Home Studio, packed with educational courses and a podcast, teaching people how to run successful DIY home studios. His podcast is perfect for those who are looking to turn a hobby or p...
3 Nov 2020
Being fearless in the pursuit of your career w/ JoJamie Hahr | VP of Marketing at BBR Music Group
On Episode 10 of Killer Influence, Alexa Rae and Will Barton interview JoJamie Hahr. JoJamie Hahr is the VP of Marketing at BBR Music Group. JoJamie Hahr has been with BBR Music Group for six years, previously serving as the VP of Promotion at BBR management group before assuming the role of VP of Marketing. Prior to joining the BBR team, JoJamie served as the National Dir. of Field Promotion for The Valory Music Co., after being promoted from Dir. of SE Promotion and Marketing. Her 20 year...
6 Oct 2020
The journey from Songwriter to Manager w/ Jason Davis | President of One One 7
In Episode 9 of Killer Influence, Alexa Rae and Will Barton interview Jason Davis. Jason Davis is an entertainment industry executive with a broad range of titles including award winning songwriter, award winning author, entertainment consultant and the former Senior VP of A&R for Dolly Parton’s management company, CTK. He currently is the President of One One 7 (representing some of the most successful songwriters and record producers of our time) and a partner at Radar Label Group. Jaso...
14 Jul 2020
Building a digital live music booking company from the ground up w/ Makenzie Stokel and Channing Moreland | Founders of eva
In Episode 8 of Killer Influence, Alexa Rae and Will Barton interview the creators of eva (formerly known as Evamore.) Eva is the automated solution for booking live entertainment for corporate and private events. Alexa and Will chat with the creators, Makenzie Stokel and Channing Moreland about how they met at Belmont University, how they managed to build a technology platform with no coding experience, the fun details of what it takes to start a business at a young age, and how the company ...
9 Jun 2020
How to become an online success in an ever-changing entertainment landscape w/ Derek Webb | Singer-Songwriter & Founder of NoiseTrade
In Episode 7 of Killer influence, Alexa Rae and Will Barton interview Derek Webb. Derek Webb chats with Alexa Rae and Will Barton about how he successfully moved from a touring musician in the band, Caedmon’s Call, to now making a living with his solo career by giving fans live concerts from the comfort of his own home. Derek shares all of his favorite platforms, tools and tactics on how to become an online success. This episode is perfect for any creative looking for a way to showcase thei...
15 May 2020
Looking into the future of an ever evolving music industry w/ Michael Sloane | Owner of Streaming Promotions
In Episode 6 of Killer Influence, Alexa Rae and Will Barton interview Michael Sloane. Michael Sloane is an executive leader and digital strategist with a proven ability to develop and increase revenues while building a loyal consumer base specializing in the ever changing digital space. As a digital strategist he has worked with Entertainment brands, Small Businesses, Startups, and Corporate accounts, building successful and profitable relationships. Cutting his teeth with Echomusic (later ac...
5 May 2020
The in’s and out’s of running a PR firm w/ Christy Walker-Watkins | President of The AristoMedia Group
In Episode 5 of Killer Influence, Alexa Rae and Lindsey Harshaw (guest host) interview -- Christy Walker-Watkins. Christy Walker-Watkins is a Nashville Native who grew up in a family full of music industry professionals. Christy had a huge passion for music but didn’t foresee herself as becoming a businesswoman as her lifetime career. We start the interview off with Christy sharing her family story from where it all began. Christy explains that her grandfather, a very successful piano player ...
31 Mar 2020
The Music of Games, Sports, and Interactive Media w/ Steve Schnur | Worldwide Executive and President of Electronic Arts
In Episode 4 of Killer Influence, Alexa and Will interview Steve Schnur. Steve is a Nashville resident who works in Los Angeles, California as the Worldwide Executive and President of Music at Electronic Arts, also known as EA Music. He grew up in New Jersey and his passion for music began around age 7, when he was commuting to Carnegie Hall to study guitar, piano, composition, production and arrangement. Steve moved on to play in a rock band with seasoned musicians for a few years befo...
18 Feb 2020
Cultivating your unique style w/ Delaney Royer | Founder of DelaneyRoyer.com - Photos, Designs, and Motion Graphics
In Episode 3 of Killer Influence, Alexa and Will interview Delaney Royer. Delaney is a Nashville native who uses her drawing, photography, graphic design, and motion graphic skills to create the most amazing artwork. Delaney shares with us her rebellious upbringing, from dropping out of college all the way through becoming a successful entrepreneur. We also chat with her about her passion for saving the planet and how she met her soul mate, Ernest, at such a young age. To connect with Delaney...
9 Sept 2019
Publishing & Tour Managing w/ JD Groover | Creative Director of Sea Gayle Music
In Episode 2 of Killer Influence, Alexa and Will interview JD Groover, Creative Director of Sea Gayle Music and country artist, Jon Langston’s Tour Manager. During the interview, he discusses how he found not only one but two of his dream jobs in Nashville, his best advice for those who want to make it in the music industry, and several fun stories of being on tour. To connect with JD, head to https://www.seagayle.com.
8 Jul 2019
Proving The Value of Social Media w/ Brandon Brown | Co-Owner of Media Whisper
In Episode 1 of Killer Influence, Alexa and Will interview Brandon Brown, co-owner of Media Whisper and guitar player for the touring band Veridia. During the interview, he discusses his ups and downs in the music industry, as well as the positive impact his job at Southwest Airlines had on his growth as a leader. To connect with Brandon, head to www.mediawhisper.com and www.veridiamusic.com.
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Taking video production technology to the next level w/ Kirk Slawek & Adam Sadler | Gear Seven Creative, Shift, Eleven Willow
Published 15 Oct 2021 · Transcript excerpt
[…] It's amazing. What's your favorite music video you've been a part of? It might be tough. Yeah, that's awesome. One of that sticks out as of recently we did, this is about two years ago. We did one on the boat which kind of connects our automobile and the ship side of things with Gear 7 but we did one tracking on a boat where it was just a bunch of boats tied up. I forgot the artist name actually but it was a single one -take music video where we tracked by all these party barges, it's just parked out there and it's just bunch of vignettes of various stereotypical like people but we had to do it like 30, it was a very technical shoot so we had to do like 35 miles per hour so it was not fandom so we had to shoot like do that thing in like six seconds and it was just a single slow motion like 800 frames per second. […]
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