Buy My Merch with Marilyn Moser

The untold truth of Las Vegas' music scene, feat. CoCo Jenkins

Born in raised in Henderson, Nevada, producer and musician CoCo Jenkins is the founder of Nothing To Do in Las Vegas (NTDLV), a popular entertainment industry calendar recommended by nearly every Vegas local in the scene. Starting out as a passion project, CoCo has since grown her community to well over 50,000 followers across platforms like Facebook and Instagram, and recently expanded the NTDLV brand into new categories, like her food blog, NTDLV Eats.
Just hours before sitting down for this interview, CoCo was invited by presidential hopeful Kamala Harris to attend her Las Vegas rally, an experience she later shared with her NTDLV following. Marilyn chats with CoCo about all things Las Vegas, her days as a music teacher, and how a now-infamous local music festival almost got her in trouble with Goldenvoice. Enjoy!
Produced and filmed by Marilyn Moser
Edited by Anna McLanahan
Intro/outro animations by Anna McLanahan
Theme music by Gloria Tells, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
The Buy My Merch Podcast is the music industry podcast you’ve been looking for. In each episode, host and HEADS on TV founder Marilyn Moser invites a new guest on to share their insight into what it takes to “make it” in the modern music industry. Whether it’s selling merch out of the trunk of a car, or playing shows to empty venues—these are the real stories behind the artists who never gave up.
a HEADS on TV production

Life in Las Vegas as a DJ/producer with TAY X and IvyMay

What happens when two DJs join forces in Las Vegas? Possibly the most magical friendship the Buy My Merch Podcast has seen yet! Meet TAY X and IvyMay, each a Las Vegas-based DJ, producer and artist, whose careers intertwined after a chance meeting at an EDM show in town. Together, you'll find these two supporting one another at local DJ sets, and even road tripping to desert sand dunes in search of the perfect content backdrop. No matter what they're up to, you can guarantee it's going to be fun.
In this episode, you'll hear how TAY X pulled off a 24-hour double-gig day (Santa Monica to Las Vegas), and how IvyMay ties her love of house plants into her artistic expression. Plus, we talk about what it takes to make it as a DJ in the entertainment capital of the world. A great conversation for anyone curious about the ever-evolving music industry in Las Vegas!
Produced and filmed by Marilyn Moser
Edited by Anna McLanahan
Intro/outro animations by Anna McLanahan
Theme music by Gloria Tells, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
The Buy My Merch Podcast is the music industry podcast you’ve been looking for. In each episode, host and HEADS on TV founder Marilyn Moser invites a new guest on to share their insight into what it takes to “make it” in the modern music industry. Whether it’s selling merch out of the trunk of a car, or playing shows to empty venues—these are the real stories behind the artists who never gave up.
a HEADS on TV production

SEIDS is redefining being a musician on the internet

When Sabrina Seidman (known by her producer name, SEIDS) first started posting Logic Pro tutorials on TikTok in 2020, she was looking for a sense of community in a newly-digital world. In just a few years, she would amass a quarter of a million followers across her social channels, in addition to lucrative partnerships with companies like Apple and Splice. Now, SEIDS (music creator, producer, singer and songwriter) has published courses, classes and hundreds of free videos aimed at helping turn anyone (yes, that means you) into a self-sufficient music creator via strategic sponsorships with music tech brands.
On this episode of the Buy My Merch Podcast, SEIDS sits down with Marilyn for a deep dive on her artist journey, creative motivations and how she built her very own (powerful) corner of the internet.
Produced and filmed by Marilyn Moser
Edited by Anna McLanahan
Intro/outro animations by Anna McLanahan
Theme music by Gloria Tells, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
The Buy My Merch Podcast is the music industry podcast you’ve been looking for. In each episode, host and HEADS on TV founder Marilyn Moser invites a new guest on to share their insight into what it takes to “make it” in the modern music industry. Whether it’s selling merch out of the trunk of a car, or playing shows to empty venues—these are the real stories behind the artists who never gave up.
a HEADS on TV production 

Jan Jan on growing up in Las Vegas, performing in casinos on the Strip

Singer, songwriter and performer Jan Jan (frequently billed as Jan Jan & The Gentleman) has become a well-established face in the Las Vegas Arts District scene. Having grown up in Vegas (a graduate of the Las Vegas Academy of the Arts), she's built a network of fellow musicians, producers and event promoters who eagerly attend all of her shows, both on and off the Strip. She regularly appears at some of Las Vegas' most legendary venues, including The Virgin Hotel and The Cosmopolitan. Drawing inspiration from artists like Norah Jones and Sara Bareilles, she continues to release solo acoustic projects, including her latest EP, "How Do You Do."
In this episode of the Buy My Merch Podcast, Jan Jan sits down with Marilyn for a candid conversation about growing up in Las Vegas, booking gigs on the Strip, and some of the wilder experiences she's had as a longtime performer in the entertainment capital of the world.
Produced and filmed by Marilyn Moser
Edited by Anna McLanahan
Intro/outro animations by Anna McLanahan
Theme music by Gloria Tells, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
 
The Buy My Merch Podcast is the music industry podcast you’ve been looking for. In each episode, host and HEADS on TV founder Marilyn Moser invites a new guest on to share their insight into what it takes to “make it” in the modern music industry. Whether it’s selling merch out of the trunk of a car, or playing shows to empty venues—these are the real stories behind the artists who never gave up.
a HEADS on TV production 

Satellite Citi made a stop motion music video, and you can too!

For Satellite Citi, spending a night on stage at Hollywood's infamous Whisky-a-Go-Go with a spacesuit-clad guitarist and bass player is just business as usual. Originally, husband and wife Anna and Shaunt Sulahian started Satellite Citi as a duo—Anna on drums and vocals, and Shaunt on lead guitar. As they evolved, their story-filled music videos paired with a solid rock foundation kept their fan base coming back for more. Today, they're known for continuously pushing boundaries as an independent project.
In today's episode, Marilyn chats with Anna and Shaunt about the origin story of the band, how they filmed and edited their own stop-motion music video, and how mental health impacts their view of the music industry.
Produced by Marilyn Moser and Petra Jarrar
Filmed at Grove House Studios in Los Angeles, CA
Theme music by Gloria Tells, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
The Buy My Merch Podcast is the music industry podcast you’ve been looking for. In each episode, host and HEADS on TV founder Marilyn Moser invites a new guest on to share their insight into what it takes to “make it” in the modern music industry. Whether it’s selling merch out of the trunk of a car, or playing shows to empty venues—these are the real stories behind the artists who never gave up.
 
a HEADS on TV production

Dree Mon’s brilliant shift from live music to Twitch

Dree Mon is no stranger to shape-shifting. Starting her career in LA as a dancer and choreographer, she eventually followed her passion for live performance into songwriting, making a name for herself touring venues all across California. She's since released several singles and music videos under the moniker 'Dree Mon.' In 2020, at the onset of the pandemic, Dree quickly adapted by shifting her live performance schedule to Twitch, building a channel that she has since grown to a community of over 5,000 fans. 
In today's episode, Marilyn chats with Dree about her early days in the entertainment industry, how she made the pivot into music, and all things Twitch (including her gear setup and favorite plug-ins).
Produced by Marilyn Moser and Petra Jarrar
Filmed at Grove House Studios in Los Angeles, CA
Theme music by Gloria Tells, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
The Buy My Merch Podcast is the music industry podcast you’ve been looking for. In each episode, host and HEADS on TV founder Marilyn Moser invites a new guest on to share their insight into what it takes to “make it” in the modern music industry. Whether it’s selling merch out of the trunk of a car, or playing shows to empty venues—these are the real stories behind the artists who never gave up.
a HEADS on TV production

DAMNAGE (Tim Stewart and Jonny Goood) explore music beyond social media

Meet DAMNAGE, the electrifying brainchild of guitarist Tim Stewart and bassist Jonny Goood. Tim and Jonny first met as touring musicians, sharing the stage with artists like Lady Gaga and Miley Cyrus, before joining forces on their latest hip-hop-meets-punk project, DAMNAGE. Blending Tim's love of Bay Area punk with Jonny's hip hop roots comes naturally to these two, whose band just opened for Jane's Addiction on tour last spring. Spend just a few minutes with these guys and you'll learn how their mentality of just showing up and doing what you love can open a world of possibilities in the music industry. In today's episode, Marilyn chats with Tim & Jonny about making music on the road, latching into their own unique sound, and the fast-paced culture of social media marketing.
Produced by Marilyn Moser and Petra Jarrar
Filmed at Grove House Studios in Los Angeles, CA
Theme music by Gloria Tells, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
The Buy My Merch Podcast is the music industry podcast you’ve been looking for. In each episode, host and HEADS on TV founder Marilyn Moser invites a new guest on to share their insight into what it takes to “make it” in the modern music industry. Whether it’s selling merch out of the trunk of a car, or playing shows to empty venues—these are the real stories behind the artists who never gave up.
a HEADS on TV production

All Made Up (Allee Fütterer) on music industry experimentation, NFTs and all things bass

All Made Up is the latest project from LA-based artist and bassist Allee Fütterer. Allee has toured the world as an accomplished bass player with artists like Mayer Hawthorne and Weyes Blood, all while maintaining an active artist career. No stranger to experimentation, she's been featured in Billboard for her collaboration concepts, and even released an NFT collection complete with curated visuals and sample packs. When she's not on the road, she's busy working on new music in her eclectic home studio, sharing funky upright and electric bass covers that have earned her thousands of views on Instagram.
In today's episode, Allee gets candid about how she first got into playing bass, what it was like growing up in the LA music scene, and how she maintains her exploratory mindset as an independent artist.
Produced by Marilyn Moser and Petra Jarrar
Filmed at Grove House Studios in Los Angeles, CA
Theme music by Gloria Tells, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
The Buy My Merch Podcast is the music industry podcast you’ve been looking for. In each episode, host and HEADS on TV founder Marilyn Moser invites a new guest on to share their insight into what it takes to “make it” in the modern music industry. Whether it’s selling merch out of the trunk of a car, or playing shows to empty venues—these are the real stories behind the artists who never gave up.
a HEADS on TV production

Laura Escudé on live looping, music design and mental health

Laura Escudé is a multi-instrumentalist and producer who also just happens to be one of Ableton’s very first certified trainers. These days, she’s known for her unique and cinematic live performances, utilizing electronic looping and violin in a live show experience all her own. She’s known to many in the industry as the “queen of the nerds,” and her love of gear has unlocked a whirlwind of opportunities for her career-wise, including an opening DJ slot for Miguel, and several years touring with Kanye West as his music designer.
In this episode, Marilyn chats with Laura about balancing personal artistic expression with big-name industry opportunities, as well as why taking breaks in your career is extremely important for your mental health. Laura is a total inspiration to the women out there who aren't afraid embrace their love and knowledge of music tech in a historically male-dominated space.
 
Produced by Marilyn Moser and Petra Jarrar
Filmed at Grove House Studios in Los Angeles, CA
Theme music by Gloria Tells, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
 
The Buy My Merch Podcast is the music industry podcast you’ve been looking for. In each episode, host and HEADS on TV founder Marilyn Moser invites a new guest on to share their insight into what it takes to “make it” in the modern music industry. Whether it’s selling merch out of the trunk of a car, or playing shows to empty venues—these are the real stories behind the artists who never gave up.
a HEADS on TV production

Kaleena Zanders on finding your voice in the music industry

Kaleena Zanders is a DJ, vocalist and songwriter known for her inventive career in the dance/EDM space. She's collaborated with artists like Chris Lake and AC Slater, and lent her vocals to the smash dance hit "Rhythm Is A Dancer" with Dropgun and Breathe Carolina (currently sitting at over 50 million streams on Spotify). She recently signed with Insomniac Records as a solo artist, and her newest EP "Patchwork" is available now.
Filmed just days before Kaleena took the stage at EDC Las Vegas 2023, Kaleena shares how she broke into dance music, as well what it's like curating her own DJ set. Kaleena also touches on how she's navigated the EDM genre as a queer Black woman, paving a path for future artists just like herself. 
 
Produced by Marilyn Moser and Petra Jarrar
Filmed at Grove House Studios in Los Angeles, CA
Theme music by Gloria Tells, courtesy of Epidemic Sound
 
The Buy My Merch Podcast is the music industry podcast you’ve been looking for. In each episode, host and HEADS on TV founder Marilyn Moser invites a new guest on to share their insight into what it takes to “make it” in the modern music industry. Whether it’s selling merch out of the trunk of a car, or playing shows to empty venues—these are the real stories behind the artists who never gave up.
a HEADS on TV production