What if the biggest lie in the music industry is the one most artists believe?

In this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show, we sit down with Jason Hollis — music producer, visual artist, entrepreneur, and founder of Nashville’s iconic Eighth Room — for a deep, honest conversation about what it really takes to build a lasting career in music.

With over 30 years in the industry, Jason shares why artists don’t need record labels, managers, or agents early on — they need ownership, accountability, and a clear plan. His upcoming book, So You Want to Be a Rockstar, was born out of decades of hard lessons, failures, and wins — and it’s designed to help artists stop waiting to be saved and start building real momentum

In this episode, we talk about:

• Growing up in Louisiana and learning grit, culture, and commitment
• Moving back to Nashville after years in Los Angeles
• Saving the historic Douglas Corner and reimagining it as The Eighth Room
• Why chasing record labels can actually hold artists back
• The importance of failure, resilience, and celebrating losses
• How artists can build sustainable careers with true fans
• Why AI, algorithms, and streaming platforms threaten creativity
• The power of visualization, planning, and long-term thinking

Jason also opens up about the unseen sacrifices behind success, the role of family and team, and why music must continue to be protected, nurtured, and passed to the next generation

This episode is a must-listen for musicians, creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone chasing a dream that requires patience, discipline, and belief.

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