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In this episode, Big Gigantic’s Dominic Lalli shares how he went from broke jazz gigs in New York to headlining festivals around the world. We talk about building Big Gigantic from the ground up, the mindset behind 15+ years of success, and how to stay creative, relevant, and inspired in an industry that’s always changing.

Whether you’re a DJ, producer, or artist chasing long-term growth, this conversation is packed with lessons on teamwork, consistency, and trusting the process.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to build a music career that actually lasts.

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100 episodes. What a milestone!

In this solo episode, I open up about the highs and lows of reaching this point with the Headliner Mindset Podcast. I share honestly about the self-doubt that crept in, the voice that told me to quit, and the support that reminded me why I started. From stepping on stage recently with Bella Renee to hearing encouragement from past clients, this episode is about the importance of having people in your corner.

We dive into:

• Why consistency is everything (and what happens when you lose it)
• How to navigate the “inner gremlin” of self-doubt
• The role of community and accountability in staying inspired
• A special announcement about the new Headliner Mastermind launching October 6

If you’re an artist who’s ready to stop spinning your wheels and lock in for the rest of 2025, this episode is for you.

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RIOT just dropped their new album The Machine on Slander and NGHTMRE’s label, Gud Vibrations, and are hitting the road for their first-ever national headlining tour.

In this episode, we talk about what it takes to build a sustainable career in bass music—while staying true to your vision and leveling up every step of the way.

We dive into:

• The grind of moving from support slots to headlining shows
• How they balanced singles, a full album, and tour prep all at once
• The investment behind their visuals, branding, and comic book universe
• The realities of touring life, burnout, and building healthy routines
• Why up-and-coming artists need to slow down, stop chasing trends, and focus on quality music

If you’re serious about building a real career as an artist, this one’s packed with lessons on patience, strategy, and doing things the right way.

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