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Inside the Creative Mind with Brian Jones

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Inside the Creative Mind with Brian Jones takes you inside the passion and purpose behind great art.

Hosted by Brian Jones, the show features conversations with musicians, painters, writers, and creators from around the world, exploring what drives them and how they overcome creative challenges.

Through honest dialogue and real insight, each episode uncovers the mindset behind the craft.

Tune in to this 30-minute ride today. Get inspired. Create boldly.

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  • weekly
  • Avg 41 min
  • English
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  • S2 · E9
    September 5 · 45 min

    It’s Never Too Late to Find Your Creative Voice | Marc Charmey French Pianist / Composer

    What happens when becoming the artist you were meant to be requires letting go of everything you thought you knew? French composer and pianist Charmey (Marc Charmet) joins Inside the Creative Mind for a conversation about music, creative freedom, and finding your authentic voice later in life. Charmey shares how his classical training in Paris shaped him, why he didn’t feel he truly began creating his own music until around age 50, and what happened when he stopped allowing technical knowledge and traditional rules to dictate his creativity. We explore how emotion, atmosphere, silence, memory, and the cities of Paris and Budapest find their way into his intimate compositions. Charmey also opens up about performing across Europe, creating music without telling the listener what to feel, and the freedom he finds when sitting down at the piano. And for anyone who has ever wondered if they waited too long to pursue the work they were meant to create, Charmey offers a powerful reminder: Your creative voice doesn’t have an expiration date. Join us for a thoughtful and inspiring journey inside the creative mind of Charmey.

  • S2 · E8
    August 29 · 50 min

    Minni Verse: Country, But Louder, and a Life Worth Singing About

    Singer songwriter Minni Verse describes her sound as “country, but louder,” but there is much more behind the music than genre. In this episode of Inside the Creative Mind, Minni joins Brian Jones to talk about discovering songwriting at a young age, her background in vocal training, her time in the Marine Corps, and the journey that eventually led her to begin releasing her own music. Minni opens up about turning real life experiences into songs, finding strength through vulnerability, navigating life as an independent artist, and creating music that carries genuine meaning. We also dive into songs including “Little Girl,” “Good N Bad,” “One Sunrise at a Time,” “Even Kings Die,” “Love That Breathes,” “Say It Again,” and her newest release, “Can’t Wait.” It is a conversation about creativity, resilience, self discovery, and learning to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start living. Meet Minni Verse and discover the creative mind behind the music.

  • S2 · E7
    August 24 · 1 hr 20 min

    DAME (Clean Version): Brian Viglione and Veronica Swift on Rock, Reinvention, and Creative Freedom

    (Clean Version) Brian Jones welcomes Brian Viglione and Veronica Swift of DAME to Inside the Creative Mind for a conversation that officially earns the podcast its very first Explicit rating. And with a song called “F$%@#!" Mess,” it really could not have happened any other way. Brian and Veronica take us inside the world of DAME, from the unlikely creative connection that first brought them together to building a band that blends rock, jazz, musical theater, classical music, folk, blues, and cabaret into something entirely its own. They discuss the mythology behind DAME, the creative process that allows their songs to move from intimate moments to explosive rock, and the themes of identity, resistance, and individuality running through songs like “Wrong Place, Wrong Time,” “Get Tough,” and “F*&$^! Mess.” Veronica opens up about stepping beyond the jazz world and embracing her identity as a rock front woman, while Brian reflects on what his experiences with The Dresden Dolls, Violent Femmes, Nine Inch Nails, and other projects have taught him about collaboration and creativity. It is a funny, thoughtful, and wide ranging conversation about musical freedom, creative evolution, artistic partnership, and what happens when two fearless artists decide they no longer need to fit neatly into anybody else’s box.

  • S2 · E6
    August 22 · 1 hr 20 min

    DAME Unfiltered: Brian Viglione and Veronica Swift on Rock, Reinvention, and a “Fucking Mess”

    Brian Jones welcomes Brian Viglione and Veronica Swift of DAME to Inside the Creative Mind for a conversation that officially earns the podcast its very first Explicit rating. And with a song called “Fucking Mess,” it really could not have happened any other way. Brian and Veronica take us inside the world of DAME, from the unlikely creative connection that first brought them together to building a band that blends rock, jazz, musical theater, classical music, folk, blues, and cabaret into something entirely its own. They discuss the mythology behind DAME, the creative process that allows their songs to move from intimate moments to explosive rock, and the themes of identity, resistance, and individuality running through songs like “Wrong Place, Wrong Time,” “Get Tough,” and “Fucking Mess.” Veronica opens up about stepping beyond the jazz world and embracing her identity as a rock front woman, while Brian reflects on what his experiences with The Dresden Dolls, Violent Femmes, Nine Inch Nails, and other projects have taught him about collaboration and creativity. It is a funny, thoughtful, and wide ranging conversation about musical freedom, creative evolution, artistic partnership, and what happens when two fearless artists decide they no longer need to fit neatly into anybody else’s box.

  • S2 · E5
    August 15 · 34 min

    Dani Hagan: Music, Movement and the Art of Reinvention

    What happens when rock music, ballet, kickboxing, and a fearless creative spirit collide? On this episode of Inside the Creative Mind, Brian Jones sits down with independent rock artist Dani Hagan for a conversation about the experiences that have shaped both her music and the person behind it. Dani shares the story of finding her voice as an artist, the emotion and honesty behind her songwriting, and the creative process that brought her newest single, Blackout, to life. She also opens up about experiencing music through color, how her background in ballet has influenced her as a performer, and why kickboxing has become another important part of her life. From discipline and creativity to performing live, connecting with fans, and looking toward the next chapter of her career, this conversation reveals just how many different worlds can come together to shape one artist. The artist. The athlete. The person. Meet Dani Hagan.

  • S2 · E4
    August 8 · 41 min

    Fresh Paint, Old Strings, and Stories from the Heart with Tanner Hunt

    Today on Inside the Creative Mind Podcast, we sit down with acoustic storyteller, singer songwriter, recording artist, and visual artist Tanner Hunt. Tanner shares how she found her authentic country and folk sound, the personal experiences that inspire her songwriting, and the creative process behind bringing a song from an idea to a finished recording. We also explore her 2026 single It Don’t Work Like That, her new EP Fresh Paint & Old Strings, and the meaning behind this exciting new chapter in her musical journey. Tanner opens up about connecting with listeners, balancing life as an artist and content creator, expressing herself through drawing and painting, and what she hopes to accomplish next.

  • S2 · E3
    August 1 · 45 min

    Laucean: Metal, Nature, and the Voices of Forgotten Beings

    Laucean shares the journey from launching a solo studio project in 2024 to creating the debut album Ces êtres oubliés, translated as These Forgotten Beings. We also discuss the latest EP, Jusqu’à ton dernier souffle, translated as Until Your Last Breath, and how its four songs explore grief, compassion, loss, and our connection with animals and nature. Beyond music, Laucean discusses a passion for ocean conservation, marine animals, animal rights, and environmental preservation. We also explore the decision to write lyrics in French, plans to transform Laucean into a full live band, upcoming performances, and the creative direction of a second album. Tune in as we peel back the layers and go Inside the Creative Mind of Laucean. Topics include Laucean, progressive melodic metal, atmospheric metal, shoegaze, French metal, ocean conservation, animal rights, environmental preservation, independent artists, and emotional songwriting.

  • S2 · E2
    July 25 · 29 min

    Gabriëlle Driessen: Where Darkness, Elegance, and Metal Collide

    On today's episode of Inside The Creative Mind Podcast, we welcome gothic symphonic dark metal artist Gabriëlle Driessen for a fascinating conversation about music, creativity, and the power of storytelling. Gabriëlle shares her journey into the gothic and symphonic metal world, discussing the inspirations behind her dark, atmospheric sound and the themes of love, death, longing, and emotion that weave through her music. We also dive into her artistic identity and the creative influences that helped shape her unique musical voice. We explore the stories behind her haunting singles Eternal Reverie and Deathly Waltz, her songwriting process, and how she balances elegance, heaviness, and cinematic atmosphere in her work. Gabriëlle also reflects on the connection she has with her listeners, the emotional experiences she hopes her music creates, and what the future holds for her evolving artistic vision. This is an insightful and inspiring conversation you won't want to miss.

  • S2 · E1
    July 18 · 37 min

    Marisa Madison: Painting Joy Into Every Space

    Today’s guest is California artist Marisa Madison, the creative force behind Made by Marisa. Her work moves from canvases and richly textured paintings to murals and large-scale custom creations, all brought to life through bold color and an unmistakable sense of joy. But painting may be only one layer of Marisa’s creative story. She also appears to explore travel, motherhood, and the challenge of turning a deeply personal creative instinct into work that transforms other people’s spaces. Today, we’re going inside Marisa’s creative mind to discover where those ideas begin.

  • S1 · E14
    May 16 · 22 min

    Bitty Balducci: Building the Dystopian World of The Clockwise Chronicles

    Inside the Creative Mind with Brian Jones welcomes author Bitty Balducci for an exciting conversation about creativity, storytelling, and the fascinating world of dystopian fiction. Known for her gripping novel Nascent The Clockwise Chronicles and the newly released novella Shades Drawn, Bitty joins Brian Jones to discuss world building, character development, and the deeper themes behind her imaginative work. This is an episode dystopian fiction fans will not want to miss.

  • S1 · E13
    May 9 · 38 min

    Deena Maddox: Roots, Resilience, and Rediscovering Her Voice

    In this deeply personal episode of Inside the Creative Mind with Brian Jones, country artist Deena Maddox shares her journey through music, life, and self discovery. From learning guitar at 18 to finding inspiration across Texas, Wyoming, California, and Las Vegas, Deena opens up about resilience, heartbreak, healing, and the stories behind songs like “Wildflowers.” We also discuss her upcoming EP Roots Run Deep and how music helped her rediscover her voice and purpose.

  • S1 · E12
    May 3 · 36 min

    Hailey Jaziri: Finding Herself Through Abstract Art

    Abstract painter Hailey Jaziri brings a deeply introspective and process-driven perspective to her appearance on Inside the Creative Mind with Brian Jones. Known for blending traditional techniques with digital innovation, Jaziri offers listeners a compelling look into how art can serve as both expression and self-discovery. For fans interested in the intersection of creativity and introspection, Hailey Jaziri delivers insightful content. The Power of Process and Organic Expression At the heart of Jaziri’s work is an obsession with the creative process itself. Rather than chasing a fixed outcome, she embraces the unpredictability of organic shapes and evolving forms, allowing each piece to unfold naturally. Her workflow often begins with hands-on elements such as sketches, paintings, and even collaborative moments with her son. These early stages inject raw emotion and texture into her work before it transitions into digital collage. The result is a layered style that feels both intimate and expansive, living in the “in between” space where abstract and representational art meet. Art, Identity, and Evolving Perspective One of the most powerful themes in the conversation is how Jaziri’s art reveals aspects of herself before she fully understands them. Personal reflections, including moments where others recognized emotion in her work before she did, highlight the deeply subconscious nature of her creativity. She also challenges traditional ideas of authenticity, emphasizing that true artistic value lies not in the medium, but in the honesty behind the work. Balancing motherhood and creativity, Jaziri has built a practice rooted in flexibility, emotion, and constant evolution. This episode of Inside the Creative Mind with Brian Jones offers a thoughtful and inspiring look at an artist who is unafraid to explore both her inner world and new creative frontiers. Overall, Hailey Jaziri Inside the Creative Mind Podcast provides listeners with a unique window into artistic discovery.

  • S1 · E11
    May 2 · 33 min

    Jack Adamant: From Italy to Stockholm, Finding His Punk Rock Voice

    Jack Adamant Joins Inside the Creative Mind Podcast Rising indie punk artist Jack Adamant steps into the spotlight as the latest guest on Inside the Creative Mind with Brian Jones, delivering an episode packed with raw honesty, artistic evolution, and global influence. Jack's episode highlights the artist's journey in depth. Known for his genre-blending sound and deeply personal songwriting, Adamant brings a compelling story that perfectly aligns with the podcast’s mission of exploring what drives today’s most intriguing creatives. From Italy to Stockholm: A Sound Shaped by Culture One of the most fascinating elements of Adamant’s journey is the cultural contrast between his roots in Italy and his current base in Stockholm. That transition has played a significant role in shaping his sonic identity, blending emotional depth with a sharper, more modern indie edge. It’s clear on the Jack Adamant Inside the Creative Mind Podcast how his experiences in different countries influenced his music. During the conversation, Adamant reflects on his early beginnings, picking up a guitar at just twelve years old and experimenting with recording on a tape recorder. That DIY foundation still echoes in his music today, giving his work an unfiltered, authentic feel that resonates with listeners.

  • S1 · E10
    April 25 · 34 min

    Allison Sky: Turning Life’s Challenges Into Songs of Strength

    This week on the Inside The Creative Mind Podcast, host Brian Jones sits down with Wisconsin singer songwriter Allison Sky for a conversation that goes far beyond music. This episode offers an honest and inspiring look at what it means to turn life’s challenges into creative fuel and to take bold steps toward a purpose driven artistic journey. Allison Sky brings a powerful story shaped by resilience, growth, and transformation. From navigating chronic illness to channeling those experiences into deeply personal songwriting, she has developed a sound rooted in authenticity and emotional connection. Her music reflects not only her own journey, but also speaks to anyone searching for strength through creativity.

  • S1 · E9
    April 18 · 32 min

    Thais Nina: The Journey From Limiting Beliefs to Orchestral Power

    This week on Inside The Creative Mind Podcast, we sit down with the incredibly talented Thais Nina, an artist whose story is as powerful as her music. From defining her unique sound to opening up about the inspirations that shaped her journey, Thais Nina takes us far beyond the surface. We dive into the heart behind her debut EP (The Journey Begins), exploring the themes, the challenges, and the motivation that brought it to life. She shares honest insight on overcoming limiting beliefs and stepping fully into her purpose, along with a deep look into her songwriting process and how she knows when a song is truly ready to be released. We also explore the creative mindset itself. From early hurdles she has overcome, to the unexpected artists who inspire her outside of her genre, to how she connects with listeners through every lyric she writes. If you are someone chasing a creative path or simply love hearing the real stories behind the music, this is an episode you do not want to miss.

  • S1 · E8
    April 11 · 34 min

    Haisley: Faith, Purpose, and the Courage to Begin Again

    This week on Inside The Creative Mind Podcast, we welcome the inspiring Haisley. Her story is a powerful reminder that purpose and passion can evolve at any stage of life. In this episode, listeners will discover how she transitioned from a 25 year career in fitness and wellness. She has moved into a calling rooted in music, faith, and storytelling. A major highlight of Haisley’s appearance on Inside The Creative Mind Podcast is her honest reflection on what led her to finally pursue music. In addition, she shares meaningful advice for anyone holding onto a dream. She emphasizes that it is never too late to take that first step.

  • S1 · E7
    April 4 · 39 min

    Evita Sator: Finding Her Voice From Latvia to the Stage

    Today’s guest is the incredibly talented Evita Sator, and this is an episode you do not want to miss. Evita offers a global viewpoint influenced by her Latvian heritage, her time in Italy, and her current life in Germany, along with her performances at the White Magnolia Theater. Her path showcases personal growth, resilience, and a strong dedication to her art. We talk about her 2026 show, “Inside,” the passion that drives her as a singer songwriter and performer, and everything she has coming next as her career continues to build momentum. If you love discovering artists on the rise with powerful stories and undeniable talent, this one is for you.

  • S1 · E6
    March 29 · 33 min

    Marloma: Turning Everyday Life Into Deeply Personal Indie Pop

    Today’s guest on Inside The Creative Mind podcast is Marloma. Marloma offers a refreshing and deeply personal take on modern indie music. Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, this rising artist blends everyday life, close family and friend support, and a strong sense of identity into a sound she describes as “Sad Girl Indie Pop.” In this episode, listeners get a true introduction to the Sad Girl Indie Pop Artist Podcast vibe. This experience comes through Marloma's storytelling.

  • S1 · E5
    March 21 · 25 min

    Cassandra Day: The First Time, Southern Soul, and Stories From the Heart

    Country music has always revolved around storytelling, encompassing themes of truth, heartache, healing, and hope. Few emerging artists embody this tradition as well as Cassandra Day, a gifted female country singer-songwriter whose music fuses emotional sincerity with authentic Southern soul. Discover her passion for Tennessee, outdoor hobbies, the Nashville music scene, and all her various projects. Cassandra has just launched her debut album "The First Time," which is truly remarkable. Tune in to explore the journey of this incredible artist and the even more incredible person behind the music today!

  • S1 · E4
    March 15 · 48 min

    Mister L.A.: Turning Dark Fantasy Into Epic Cinematic Music

    Welcome back to the Inside the Creative Mind Podcast, the show where we explore the ideas, inspiration, and stories behind today’s most fascinating creators. Today’s guest is Mister L.A., a composer and musician known for crafting powerful epic cinematic fantasy music that transports listeners into vast and imaginative worlds. His compositions feel larger than life, blending emotion, storytelling, and cinematic scale into every note. In this episode, we step inside the creative mind behind the music. We talk about where Mister L.A.’s inspiration comes from, what first drew him to the world of cinematic composition, and why he chose this artistic path. So settle in as we explore the soundscapes and storytelling of a composer who truly turns imagination into music.

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