The Mike Herrera Podcast

#549 Choice Infinity

My Creative process, songwriting, and insights for artists and small business owners.

1 - Upcoming Goldfinger Shows

   - in Anaheim and San Diego.

   - Mike discusses his involvement and the importance of practicing for performances.

2 - Songwriting Process

   - Mike shares his songwriting process, highlighting that writing a song in one day is rare and finishing a song usually involves multiple sessions.

   - He discusses the importance of tweaking and refining songs over time.

3 - Creative Inspiration

   - Mike talks about the struggle between negative and positive themes in songwriting.

   - He emphasizes the importance of having an uplifting ending or chorus in songs, reflecting his personal experiences.

4 - Routine, Focus and Distractions

   - Mike admits to getting distracted by social media and the internet but stresses the importance of focusing on creative work and buckling down

   - Mike emphasizes the importance of having a routine to stay productive and focused.

   - He shares his daily schedule, which includes family time, work, and creative sessions.

5 - Business and Career Choices

   - Mike reflects on past career decisions, including signing with different record labels and the impact on his creative independence.

   - He discusses the importance of making choices that align with long-term goals and values.

6 - Music Videos

   - A listener asks about the goals behind creating music videos.

   - Mike explains that videos are a marketing tool and a way to enhance the audience's experience of the song.

   - He highlights that some videos aim to delve deeper into the song's meaning, while others are purely for entertainment.

Boys are Mean and Girls are Mean T shirts are back at mxpx.com but sizes are selling out! Thank you.

Listen now! Share with a friend.

Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660

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Check out the new MxPx album 'Find A Way Home' at MxPx.com and streaming everywhere now!

Listen or watch "Linoleum" here

SEE MXPX LIVE

Past 2025 - 

πŸ‘‰ Houston, TX Friday Jan. 3

πŸ‘‰ Dallas, TX Saturday Jan. 4

Leave a message with your question or topic on the Mike Herrera Podcast voicemail. (some will be aired on future episodes of the podcast)

1-360-830-6660 (US number)

TEXT LIST - Join our Text list by texting MXPX to 31996

MUSIC

-LISTENER CHALLENGE- Listen to MXPX Self Titled Deluxe Album at least once a day. Use hashtag #mxpx or #mxpxsuperchallenge

The MXPX Super Challenge Playlist

MXPX - Self Titled Deluxe Edition 

I now have an Artist Series Music Man Stingray from Ernie Ball! You can order straight from the shop on the Music Man website.  A portion of proceeds goes to MusicCares!

MIKE HERRERA SIGNATURE SERIES BASS

If you like the podcast- Subscribe, rate and review on Apple.

Support what I do at MXPX.com 

Producing and editing by Bob McKnight. @Producer_Bob

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  • Status: Published
  • Release Date: Feb 17, 2025
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Direct download: 549_MHP_Choice_Infinity.mp3
Category:Music Entertainment -- posted at: 4:04am PDT

#548 Growing Up Together

This week, per your voicemails, we dive deep into the journey of growing up (together).

We β€œexplore” the importance of self-reflection and personal growth, sharing insights on how looking inward can lead to not hating your life.

Also I get real about the music industry, offering practical career advice and discussing strategies for launching and announcing projects, including navigating the long tail of success. Good luck out there!

Boys are Mean and Girls are Mean T shirts are back at mxpx.com but sizes are selling out! Thank you.

Listen now! Share with a friend.

Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660

---------------------

Check out the new MxPx album 'Find A Way Home' at MxPx.com and streaming everywhere now!

Listen or watch "Linoleum" here

SEE MXPX LIVE

Past 2025 - 

πŸ‘‰ Houston, TX Friday Jan. 3

πŸ‘‰ Dallas, TX Saturday Jan. 4

Leave a message with your question or topic on the Mike Herrera Podcast voicemail. (some will be aired on future episodes of the podcast)

1-360-830-6660 (US number)

TEXT LIST - Join our Text list by texting MXPX to 31996

MUSIC

-LISTENER CHALLENGE- Listen to MXPX Self Titled Deluxe Album at least once a day. Use hashtag #mxpx or #mxpxsuperchallenge

The MXPX Super Challenge Playlist

MXPX - Self Titled Deluxe Edition 

I now have an Artist Series Music Man Stingray from Ernie Ball! You can order straight from the shop on the Music Man website.  A portion of proceeds goes to MusicCares!

MIKE HERRERA SIGNATURE SERIES BASS

If you like the podcast- Subscribe, rate and review on Apple.

Support what I do at MXPX.com 

Producing and editing by Bob McKnight. @Producer_Bob

Direct download: 548_MHP_Growing_up_Together.mp3
Category:Music Entertainment -- posted at: 4:04am PDT

Tom Chichila, Bert McClimans & Brad Blanco join me this week to talk about the music business.

Sports talk leads to business talk. The music business.

-How to succeed in the music business or die trying

-balancing art and business in music

-Digging deep into realities of the music business and life

-How touring made MxPx better musicians

-Touring and Logistics

-Business and Financial Decisions

-COVID-19 Impact

Listen now! Share with a friend.

Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660

---------------------

Check out the new MxPx album 'Find A Way Home' at MxPx.com and streaming everywhere now!

Listen or watch "Linoleum" here

SEE MXPX LIVE

Past 2025 - 

πŸ‘‰ Houston, TX Friday Jan. 3

πŸ‘‰ Dallas, TX Saturday Jan. 4

PAST 2024 - 

1/6 MXPX at The Hollywood Palladium SOLD OUT!

2/9- New York City, NY -  Webster Hall - SOLD OUT!

2/10- Philadelphia, PA - Union Transfer - SOLD OUT!

3/15- Atlanta, GA - Buckhead Theatre

3/16- Orlando, FL - House of Blues - SOLD OUT

3/29 - Mexico City - Punk Rock Fest w/ The Ataris, Blnko y Buen Viajee

4/5- Denver, CO - Ogden Theatre - SOLD OUT!

4/6- Salt Lake City - The Depot.  - SOLD OUT

6/28- Bremerton, WA - Admiral Theatre SOLD OUT!

6/29- Bremerton, WA - Admiral Theatre SOLD OUT!

7/27- Tacoma, WA - Airport Tavern Grande Opening! SOLD OUT!

6/30- Portland, OR - with NOFX

7/20- Denver, CO - with NOFX

10/4- San Pedro, CA - with NOFX for Last Shows

πŸ‘‰Chicago, December 13th & 14th πŸ‘‰ Two back-to-back nights

Leave a message with your question or topic on the Mike Herrera Podcast voicemail. (some will be aired on future episodes of the podcast)

1-360-830-6660 (US number)

TEXT LIST - Join our Text list by texting MXPX to 31996

MUSIC

-LISTENER CHALLENGE- Listen to MXPX Self Titled Deluxe Album at least once a day. Use hashtag #mxpx or #mxpxsuperchallenge

The MXPX Super Challenge Playlist

MXPX - Self Titled Deluxe Edition 

I now have an Artist Series Music Man Stingray from Ernie Ball! You can order straight from the shop on the Music Man website.  A portion of proceeds goes to MusicCares!

MIKE HERRERA SIGNATURE SERIES BASS

If you like the podcast- Subscribe, rate and review on Apple.

Support what I do at MXPX.com 

Producing and editing by Bob McKnight. @bobandkatieshow

Direct download: 547_MHP_Comfort_King__Co.mp3
Category:Music Entertainment -- posted at: 4:01am PDT

- The Punk Rock Portfolio - Diversify: Importance of multiple income streams for artists.

- Spotify and Podcasts: Spotify benefits from hosting podcasts by reducing artist payments. It’s complicated.

- Music Monday Submissions: Featured tracks from Knives Florida, Love Side RX, Castles,Elowel,  Light the Way and Danny Attack. I proivide feedback on each song and video.

- Get Involved: Call in, leave voicemails (360-830-6660), and join the Mike Herrera Podcast Facebook group to submit music and connect with the community.

Until next time, keep living your best life!

Music Monday Submissions:

1- Knivesfl - KNVS

2- Love Side RX - Rear View

3- Castles - Tired of Fighting

4- Elowel - Remember This

5- Light The Way - Lazybones

6- Danny Attack - Insatiable Lovers

Listen now! Share with a friend.

Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660

---------------------

Check out the new MxPx album 'Find A Way Home' at MxPx.com and streaming everywhere now!

Listen or watch "Linoleum" here

SEE MXPX LIVE

Past 2025 - 

πŸ‘‰ Houston, TX Friday Jan. 3

πŸ‘‰ Dallas, TX Saturday Jan. 4

PAST 2024 - 

1/6 MXPX at The Hollywood Palladium SOLD OUT!

2/9- New York City, NY -  Webster Hall - SOLD OUT!

2/10- Philadelphia, PA - Union Transfer - SOLD OUT!

3/15- Atlanta, GA - Buckhead Theatre

3/16- Orlando, FL - House of Blues - SOLD OUT

3/29 - Mexico City - Punk Rock Fest w/ The Ataris, Blnko y Buen Viajee

4/5- Denver, CO - Ogden Theatre - SOLD OUT!

4/6- Salt Lake City - The Depot.  - SOLD OUT

6/28- Bremerton, WA - Admiral Theatre SOLD OUT!

6/29- Bremerton, WA - Admiral Theatre SOLD OUT!

7/27- Tacoma, WA - Airport Tavern Grande Opening! SOLD OUT!

6/30- Portland, OR - with NOFX

7/20- Denver, CO - with NOFX

10/4- San Pedro, CA - with NOFX for Last Shows

πŸ‘‰Chicago, December 13th & 14th πŸ‘‰ Two back-to-back nights

Leave a message with your question or topic on the Mike Herrera Podcast voicemail. (some will be aired on future episodes of the podcast)

1-360-830-6660 (US number)

TEXT LIST - Join our Text list by texting MXPX to 31996

MUSIC

-LISTENER CHALLENGE- Listen to MXPX Self Titled Deluxe Album at least once a day. Use hashtag #mxpx or #mxpxsuperchallenge

The MXPX Super Challenge Playlist

MXPX - Self Titled Deluxe Edition 

I now have an Artist Series Music Man Stingray from Ernie Ball! You can order straight from the shop on the Music Man website.  A portion of proceeds goes to MusicCares!

MIKE HERRERA SIGNATURE SERIES BASS

If you like the podcast- Subscribe, rate and review on Apple.

Support what I do at MXPX.com 

Producing and editing by Bob McKnight. @bobandkatieshow

Direct download: 546_MHP_Music_Monday_for_The_People.mp3
Category:Music Entertainment -- posted at: 4:04am PDT

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