Welcome to the latest episode of Pivot with Purpose! Today, I'm thrilled to chat with Nick Foxer. Nick is a solo piano musical entertainer, born and raised in the vineyards of Sebastopol, CA. After venturing out to the Midwest for music school and spending many years in the LA and Nashville music scenes, he returned home to the wine country to perform full-time at wineries, hotels and private events. With a degree in songwriting and experience touring the world as a backup keyboardist for The All American Rejects, Nick is always ready to discuss any aspect of music and the music business!
In this episode we chat about navigating the music scene in Sonoma County and Nick’s journey to finding his purpose in music.
Topics Covered:
(01:16) The Origin of Pivot with Purpose.
(03:21) Nick discusses reaching a high point in his career, performing full-time, and feeling financially stable while doing what he loves.
(12:07) Recharging as an entertainer; balancing social energy with alone time.
(15:08) Nick’s early years and musical beginnings.
(26:10) Nick recalls quitting his café job and the whirlwind year of touring that took him to Japan, Australia, the UK, and more. Nick emphasizes the importance of being an opportunist and saying yes to scary opportunities.
(29:59) The various ways to make a living in the music industry beyond being a famous artist.
(48:58) Nick's early attempts at day trading during COVID and his move back to Sebastopol.
(53:09) Booking gigs and the power of guerrilla marketing.
Whether you're an aspiring musician or an entrepreneur in any field, Nick's journey offers inspiration and practical advice for carving out your own path and staying true to your passion. Keep pushing your boundaries and remember, your journey is uniquely yours!
Catch Nick live in Napa and stay updated with his gigs on his website linked below!
Connect with Nick:
Website: https://www.nickfoxer.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickfoxer/?hl=en
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