Known for her alt-rock anthems and killer stage persona, artist and songwriter Annabel Lee is a standout in LA’s local scene. Born in New England, where she first spent time honing her electric stage persona, she eventually migrated west to perform on popular stages like Hotel Cafe and The Echo. But perhaps what she is most known for are her multi-media concert events, incorporating elements of opera, short films and theatrics.

As you’ll learn in Marilyn’s conversation with Annabel Lee, it takes a village to bring these ideas to life, in combination with clever collaborations and a little determination. Join us as we chat songwriting process, Annabel’s relationship to social media, and the benefits (and drawbacks) of life in LA as an independent artist.

Produced by Marilyn Moser

Edited by Marilyn Moser

On-set production and recording by Marilyn Moser and Fiona Grey

Filmed at The Mint 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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