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The Man Behind the Mic: The Voice Season 24 Finalist- Ephraim Owens

Ephraim Owens shares his journey from Indianapolis to The Voice stage — from behind-the-scenes audition hurdles to what happens after the cameras stop rolling. Get inspired by his next steps in building a music career rooted in Indiana.

Podcast Summary

Today I sat down with Ephraim Owens who was a finalist on season 24 of The Voice. 

If you don't know The Voice is a singing competition where contestants perform for celebrity coaches, who listen with their backs turned, choosing team members based solely on their voices. Contestants progress through battles, knockouts, and live performances, with the audience and coaches ultimately deciding the winner.

Ephraim got all 4 coaches to turn around and got to pick his favorite team to join.

In this interview we cover: 

  • The strenuous process to get selected for the show. 

  • How appearing on the show changes your life. 

  • Ephraim's plan to build a career in music from Indianapolis.

Make sure you check out these great clips from the show: 

00:29 Ephraim Owens' Musical Journey
04:50 The Voice Audition Process
09:22 Life on The Voice
22:33 Post-Voice Opportunities and Reflections
40:15 Epic Moments at the Indians Game
40:46 Pursuing a Music Career
41:54 Musical Influences and Inspirations
43:54 Challenges and Realities of the Music Industry
52:09 Excitement for Upcoming Music Release

Guest(s)

Ephraim Owens

Date Published

October 30, 2024

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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