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BAYEM

Feb 19, 2025

Indiana Roots to Global Stage: BAYEM's Musical Journey

Meet BAYEM, a rising pop artist and producer with tracks featured in shows like The Kardashians and Sex Appeal. He talks early influences, signing a record deal, and how staying true to his Indiana roots powers his global career.

Podcast Summary

In this episode, I interview BAYEM, a 26-year-old modern pop artist and producer from Indianapolis. 

BAYEM, who has millions of streams and features in film and TV, shares his incredible journey from Indiana roots to a global stage. 

We discuss his early influences, his breakthrough moments, and the evolution of his career with a record label.

You are going to learn about:

  • BAYEM's early musical influences and upbringing in Indiana

  • The process and impact of signing with a record label

  • How BAYEM's music got featured in popular TV shows like 'Sex Appeal' and 'The Kardashians'

Check out these great clips from the show: 

00:27 Meet BAYEM: The Rising Pop Artist
01:03 BAYEM's Musical Journey Begins
02:57 Early Life and Musical Influences
03:49 First Steps into Music Production
10:41 Signing with a Record Label
14:34 Breakthrough Moments and LA Experience
22:20 Getting Songs on Hit TV Shows
27:38 First Live Performances
28:56 Indianapolis: A Rap Town with a Pop Phenomenon
30:29 Dream Artists to Open For
32:13 Opening for Ricky Montgomery
33:21 Full Circle Moment at the Peppermint Club
35:50 Future Plans and Musical Inspirations
37:07 Advice for Aspiring Musicians
40:53 Rapid Fire Questions and Fun Facts
45:20 Indiana's Hidden Gems and Notable Hoosiers
47:35 Outro and Final Thoughts

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Guest(s)

BAYEM

Date Published

February 19, 2025

This podcast is sponsored by

Sweetwater

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

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