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April 29, 2020 54 mins

Nicole Funicelli aka Nicci [EP 140] shares how she stays inspired, her unique and amazing practice routing, and why we must be in a consistent spirit of collaboration. 

Show Notes:

3:25 - Whitney Houston.

8:17 - Getting taken out of school to go singing at 11-years old. 

11:10 - The art of collaboration.

15:11 - Managing writing and avoiding burnout. 

19:59 - Advice to young songwriters. Getting through the fear. 

28:41 - Handing criticism from legitimate sources. 

30:58 - "When you are in pain, you have to share it with someone ... "

34:50 - Growing your resilience muscle. 

37:30 - Writing a great pop song. 

39:34 - "Nothing ever goes according to plan ... "

43:25 - "Vibe is everything ... "

44:20 - Nicole's practice routine. 

How to reach Nicole: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook 

Book Recommendations:

Speak With Distinction by Edith Skinner

All You Need To Know About The Music Business by Donald Passman

The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein

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