# Nik Cherwink

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NIKITA THE WICKED - The New Villain Of Dance Music

From dropping out of grad school to crushing festival stages — Nikita the Wicked is proving that the real win comes when you stop following the rules and start following your calling. In this episode, we get into the story behind his rise, how he built a viral artist brand without a label and why b…

GRAHAME FARMER - How DJs Can Grow a Real Fanbase in 2025

If you’re a DJ or producer trying to build a real fanbase, this episode is essential listening. Grahame Farmer — founder of Data Transmission, YouTube educator, and creator of The Artist Blueprint — breaks down exactly how artists are growing in 2025. From social media strategy to automation tools,…

Behind The DAW w/ Nik Cherwink (Podcast Replay)

This time, the mic's turned around. I recently joined my friend Wyatt on the DAW Nation podcast for a deep dive into the mindset, spirituality, and authenticity that fuel a thriving music career. We explored what it truly means to succeed from the inside out—beyond the algorithms and into the heart…

DR. SUNNI LAMPASSO - DJ Mental Health: How to Stay Focused and Avoid Burnout

In a music industry that never stops moving, how do you stay grounded, intentional, and actually enjoy the journey? This week I’m joined by Dr. Sunni, a licensed psychologist and coach for DJs and creatives, whose work sits at the intersection of mental health and the electronic music industry. We …

NOSTALGIX - Building A Universe With Consistency And Purpose

Nostalgix is the definition of a multi-talented artist—producer, rapper, singer, songwriter, and performer—and she’s here to share the REAL story behind her rise. We dive deep into: How she went from bedroom DJ to touring globally (without even planning on becoming an artist) The mindset shifts th…

STELLER - Mental Health, Healing & Playing For A Purpose

Steller just wrapped her first headlining tour — and she’s doing things differently. In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to build a career with intention, from learning to trust your gut to putting your mental health first in an industry that often glorifies the grind. We get into: …

FREDY LANE - The Tough Decision To Call It Quits

What happens when the dream you’ve been chasing no longer feels like yours? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Fredy Lane returns to the podcast to share why she’s walking away from her artist project at the height of her momentum — and what it really means to let go, evolve, and trust y…

RIOT - Making The Jump From Support Act To Headliner

RIOT just dropped their new album The Machine on Slander and NGHTMRE’s label, Gud Vibrations, and are hitting the road for their first-ever national headlining tour. In this episode, we talk about what it takes to build a sustainable career in bass music—while staying true to your vision and leveli…

BIG GIGANTIC - Grinding, Growth & Gratitude: The Strategy For Long Term Success

In this episode, Big Gigantic’s Dominic Lalli shares how he went from broke jazz gigs in New York to headlining festivals around the world. We talk about building Big Gigantic from the ground up, the mindset behind 15+ years of success, and how to stay creative, relevant, and inspired in an industr…

NIMDA: Tearout, Burnout & How To Survive The Madness

In this episode of the Headliner Mindset Podcast, I sit down with one of my coaching clients NIMDA for a raw, honest conversation about the realities of building a career in heavy music. We talk about touring burnout, creative pressure, comparison, and what it actually takes to stay mentally health…