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The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter

Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter

Helping Singers, Songwriters, and Indie Artists Create Leverage In the Music Business.

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67:00

Ep 505: Interview w/ Artist Manager & #1 Hit...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2026/01/13

CLIMBers! Today's guest, Krystal Polychronis, is a #1 hit songwriter, an artist manager, an author, and the founder and CEO of Three Strands Management. Before all that, she was a junior Olympic national gymnast and elite coach, which tells you everything you need to know about her discipline and drive. She went from coaching athletes to coaching artists, first winning recognition as a songwriter, and then helping develop talent from the ground up. Most notably, she discovered Ben Fuller in a bar,

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17:27

Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: How To Maximize...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2026/01/09

This is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business."

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64:46

Ep 504: Interview With Virgin Recording Artist, Rick...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2026/01/06

CLIMBers! Today's guest was an indie artist for years, formerly endorsed by Jägermeister and now Monster Energy Drinks, Rick Monroe & The Hitmen just signed an imprint deal with Virgin Records. Today, we'll discuss his connections, collaborations, strategies, and tactics for promoting. Connect with Rick Monroe and the Hitmen Here: Facebook: @RickMonroeOfficial Instagram: @RickMonroe Website: https://www.rickmonroe.com/ Spotify: Rick Monroe & The Hitmen YouTube:

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31:05

CLIMB Classic-Song Title Challenge: "Genius Mode"...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2026/01/02

Brent & Johnny welcome hit songwriter, Michael Farren, to The Challenge, and they craft 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song title "Genius Mode."Get Brent's free ebook! Go to ⁠GiftFrom Brent.com⁠ and tell him where to send it. If you would like to do a private Song Title Challenge or get private coaching, go to ⁠SongwritingPro.com/coaching⁠ and schedule your appointment today. Join the movement and broaden your understanding of how to honor the digital platform. This FREE

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51:37

CLIMB CLASSIC: Pain & Suffering

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/12/30

CLIMBers, I (Johnny) wish pain and suffering upon all of you...and I mean that in the very best way! Learn why I am such an a-hole in today's episode!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and

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16:58

Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: When Hustle Holds...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/12/26

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61:13

CLIMB Classic: Interview with Emily Olson From Dream...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/12/23

CLIMBer, today's guest has gone from being in the studio as a production assistant for Taylor Swift, you might have heard of her, to a Partner and Creative Director of an up-and-coming music publishing company, Dream 3 Publishing. She's awesome. She's a sweetheart. We had a great conversation with her. We can't wait for you to meet her and learn about what is happening in the publishing business. It's going to do you right.Connect With Our Guest, Emily Olson Here: Website:

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30:40

CLIMB Classic: Song Title Challenge - "Dig A Little...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/12/19

Brent & Johnny welcome the great Neal McCoy ("Wink", "No Doubt About It", "If I Was A Drinking Man") to Song Title Challenge! Together, they cook up 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing the song title, "Dig A Little Deeper," submitted by CLIMBer and SongwritingPro.com member Randy Maynor.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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51:37

CLIMB Classics: Spotify Myths

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/12/16

Are you hateful towards Spotify because they pay the least? What if we told you they pay the least because they stream the most? How does that work? Find out why there is no such thing as a per-stream pay rate for any streaming service and how they calculate the payouts on this CLIMB Classic!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:41

Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: Every songwriter...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/12/12

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71:55

CLIMB Classics - Interview with Dustin Lolli of...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/12/09

Here's the thing: after multiple record deals, Dustin Lolli's band, Sanctus Real, had their greatest successes when they WEREN'T on a label! Brent & Johnny welcome the lead vocalist for the acclaimed Christian band, Sanctus Real. They are celebrated for their authentic lyrics, powerful performances, and they've earned eight number-one singles, including "Lead Me" and "My God Is Still the Same," multiple Grammy nominations, Dove Awards, and a gold-certified single. Their newest song, "The

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31:33

Song Title Challenge CLIMB CLASSIC - "Sinner's Heart"...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/12/05

If you haven't heard this Song Title Challenge yet, it's worth your time! Taylor Austin Dye is an indie artist (now signed to Red Street Records) who is currently blowing up! She has over 1 million followers across all social media platforms and over 25 million streams! Johnny and Brent welcome Taylor to the show and craft 5-6 conceptual angles for writing a song titled "Sinner's Heart," sent in by CLIMBer Randy Maynor. Connect With Taylor: ⁠https://tayloraustindye.com⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠

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55:21

CLIMB CLASSIC - Ep 438 - "If You're In A Band..."

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/12/02

CLIMBer, "If you're in a band..." This episode is a must-listen! Mark Maxwell of the legendary Louisville band, The Crashers, reveals game-changing advice for anyone who wants to start a band or take their existing band to the next level. We're sharing Mark's wisdom because we want you to win. So listen up!Follow Maxwell's House of Music to see all these tips! Facebook - ⁠@MaxwellsHouseOfMusic⁠ Instagram - ⁠@MaxwellsHouseOfMusic⁠ TikTok - ⁠@MaxwellsHouseOfMusic⁠ The C.L.I.M.B. Show is

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16:21

Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: SuperSongs

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/11/28

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56:57

Ep 503: Interview w/ American Idol Finalist, Colin...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/11/25

Brent & Johnny interview Season 21 American Idol finalist, Colin Stough. Colin literally went from loping a horse to a 3rd-place finish on American Idol to getting a record deal with 19 Recordings/BMG. Connect with Colin Stough Here: Facebook: @ColinStough Instagram: @ColinStough TikTok: @ColinStough YouTube: @ColinStoughMusic Spotify: @ColinStough The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business."

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43:00

Song Title Challenge #203: "Dirt In Your Church" with...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/11/21

Brent & Johnny welcome hit songwriter Brice Long to the Challenge, and they craft 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled "Dirt In Your Church," sent in by CLIMBer and Songwriting Pro member, Shane Lanford.As a songwriter, Brice has had over 175 of his songs cut with artists such as Garth Brooks, George Strait, Chris Stapleton, Hank Williams Jr, Randy Houser, Josh Turner, Reba McEntire, Gary Allan, Cody Johnson, Chris Young, Jon Pardi, Lainey Wilson, Casey James, Randy Travis,

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40:56

EP 502: The 39 Biggest Problems In Music (23-27)

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/11/18

CLIMBers, we've got more problems to get to the bottom of! This will be numbers 23 through 27 on the 39 Biggest Problems In Music right here on your favorite podcast, The CLIMB.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray

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15:30

Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: 4 P’s of Finding...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/11/14

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Ep 501: Takeover Takeaways: Turn A Writer's Night...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/11/11

CLIMBer, what if you turned your limitations into a cool, unique strength that grows your brand, deepens your relationships, and helps you stand out in a sea of songwriters and artists? Today, we're pulling back the curtain on our recent CLIMB Takeover event; what worked, what surprised us, and how you can apply some of the same strategies to your own music career. So, whether you're hosting events or just looking to connect with the right people in the right way, this one is for you.The

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39:00

Song Title Challenge #202: "Twisted" with The Heels

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/11/07

Brent & Johnny welcome The Heels, a Canadian country vocal trio of Bobbi Smith, Brittni Fiddler, and Kyla Rawlins, to The Challenge, where they craft 5-6 different conceptual angles for a song titled "Twisted," sent in by CLIMBer, Tracy Richardson.Managed by Grand Slam Productions, Conway Entertainment Group, and Thompson Artist Management—the powerhouse team behind the rising stars Red Clay Strays and legends Alabama and Randy Travis—The Heels are a country music vocal trio that were crowned

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