Car talks with Ainsley Costello, an up-and-coming artist known for her powerful voice and skillfully delicate lyricism. They discuss the impact of platforms like Fountain and Wavlake on her career, emphasizing the role of nostr, zaps, likes, and clout in connecting with Gen Z listeners and the wider audience. Ainsley opens up about her songwriting process, often inspired by heartbreak and personal experiences, and her commitment to 'paying it forward' in the music industry. She shares her experiences performing live, her creative journey in Nashville, and navigating the complexities of the music industry, including dealing with labels and mastering the art of royalties.

Topics discussed:

  • nostr 
  • likes 
  • zaps 
  • clout
  • gen z
  • listeners
  • heartbreak
  • songwriting
  • paying it forward
  • performing live
  • nashville
  • creativity
  • v4v
  • music industry
  • labels
  • access
  • 1 milion sats
  • wavlake
  • zap splits
  • royalties
  • masters
  • do the right thing
  • 2024
  • faith
  • la la land
  • dreams

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