On this episode of Grounds For Success, which also happens to be our last episode for season 1, we have the artist Layto!

From almost becoming an English major with dreams of law school to successfully strumming his way into the music industry—this episode is packed with a real-world story of how surrounding yourself with the right team can change everything for you as a creative. Layto generously pulls back the curtain on his journey, sharing insights into his early creativity, his life-changing decision to become a full-time musician and a hilarious story that led to his first manager (who has since been replaced by Garrett Ream)

Both Layto and I delve into our experiences working with individuals who've had pivotal roles in our creative journeys, as well as how important the power of perseverance and hard work can be for your career. We will learn about Layto's album "alternative psycho," an album I mixed and mastered, and the rest of the team who worked on it, including my friend Inverness who executive produced the album, and my friend Brandyn Burnette, who wrote and sang on several of the songs.

Lastly, Layto shares how he tapped into the power of content creation, using platforms like TikTok to gain exposure, and how a single song opened the doors to thousands of YouTube views and unprecedented opportunities. In the world of music, success is far from guaranteed. Layto's story shows, that with self-belief, the right team, and a touch of serendipity, it's possible.

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This week on Grounds For Success we have Jack Griffo, best known for his role as Max Thunderman in the hit TV show, The Thundermans, but is also the front man of his band, Kid Baron. In this episode, we explore his career trajectory, from his early acting days in Orlando to a recent movie shoot in the midst of the pandemic, and filming the new The Thundermans Movie. Jack candidly sheds light on his auditions, some of which are hilarious as hell, friendships with Ariel Winter, Lue Benward, Sterling Beaumon, and his decision to keep a low profile on social media, as well as his decision to move to LA at 13 and how he navigated his way into the acting scene in Hollywood.

Our conversation deepens as we dive into Jack's upbringing, his parent's separation, and how that affected him at an early age. Jack opens up about his journey through uncharted territories as a kid from Orlando moving out into the big world of Los Angeles where he didn't know many people. The discussion takes a successful turn as we reminisce about his audition for 'The Thundermans', and how having been friends and classmates with Kira Kosarin, who plays Phoebe Thunderman, worked in his favor. The richness of my conversation with Jack shows that being a professional in this industry for as long as he has gives you certain wisdom that only time can.

We then talk in-depth about how Jack got into music, how he and Kira had created a version of the Thunderman's theme song that was never released, and how he eventually formed the band "Kid Baron" as a way to invite the world to understand himself more deeply since he doesn't like to post his life on social media.

To cap it all off, Jack recounts his unique experience of filming "Don't Log Off," a film that I was also a producer on, at the height of COVID-19, and dives some into filming the brand new The Thunderman's Return movie. Through the highs and lows of his career, Jack offers fascinating insights into the world of acting, the importance of relationships, and the essence of staying grounded amidst success.

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This week on Grounds For Success we a deep dive into the world of a music industry prodigy's life, Hunter Hayes, a chart-topping multi-platinum singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. This episode will take you on a roller-coaster ride of pure wisdom through Hunter’s journey, revealing his struggles, breakthroughs, and beautiful relationships with his fans.

First, Hunter takes you on a ride through his childhood growing up in Louisiana, the stepping stones that led him to his record deal with Atlantic Records Nashville. While his accolades are incredible and fun to talk about, it's really his wisdom that is the highlight of this episode. You’ll learn about his creative process, how different phases of an album creation differ, and how he shapes his work based on these variations. Plus, you’ll get a rare glimpse into the creation of his album Red Sky, a deeply personal project that represents so much of who Hunter is as an artist.

Hunter also shares invaluable insights into navigating the challenging music industry. From understanding your definition of success, choosing the right team, and setting and manifesting your goals, Hunter talks about it all. He even touches on the importance of embracing authenticity and personal growth, providing a fresh perspective on what it truly means to be successful in this industry. Lastly, he talks about the groundwork for finding out your ultimate goal as an artist or creative and he talks about the process of choosing all of the right moves to get you there.

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