Miles Francis on going from touring drummer to solo artist

<p>Manhattan native Miles Francis is already known amongst musicians as one of the best kept secrets of the NYC music scene. As a working musician, Miles has collaborated and performed with Sharon Jones, Allen Toussaint, Tunde Adebimpe (TV on the Radio) and many others; toured the world with Will Butler (of Arcade Fire), and appeared on shows like <em>Late Night with Jimmy Fallon </em>and <em>The Late Show with David Letterman. </em>Following 2018’s <em>Swimmers</em> EP, Francis has released two new singles in 2021 - “Service” &amp; “Popular” - from a new solo project. Miles sits down with Brian and Nick to talk about the life of a working musician, coping with the pandemic, becoming a solo artist, and some successful networking methods. Follow Miles on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/instamiles/?hl=en">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/4dpiWnUskWeie5Psmc2HG3">Spotify</a>.</p> <p>[1:20] Miles’ background coming from a family of musicians, and transitioning from a touring drummer to a singer-songwriter.</p> <p>[6:32] How Miles’ solo project began, turning demos into final versions of songs.</p> <p>[9:11] Advantages of being an independent artist with no label.</p> <p>[15:00] The Importance of visuals to Miles' process.</p> <p>[18:19] Being proactive and following up with people in one's network.</p> <p>[22:31] Miles tells a story about synchronicity with a member of the Roots and the Jimmy Fallon Show.</p> <p>[25:58] Miles’ experience during the COVID-19 lockdowns.</p> <p>[31:03] Miles shares thoughts on NYC reopening and playing shows again.</p> <p>[34:10] Hear their new single “Good Man”.</p>