HI Gareth,

I would love to talk about how the internet "ruined" recorded music and music industry in general.

Here's my general pitch to podcasts:

Hi, it’s singer/songwriter Chad Rising here, writing to you from somewhere just outside Philadelphia, PA.

I recently crystallized my vision and something happened - I went viral. No, the vision itself didn’t go viral–it was a short-form clip from my song about the state of the economy and wanting to buy a house by 35 years old. Coincidence? You tell me.

I create pop-format music guided by consciousness and intention, as opposed to algorithmic trends and pure entertainment. My work sits at the intersection of popular culture, technology, philosophy and spirituality; using an accessible sound to start conversations about myriad issues facing us on Earth today.

I’ve spent 15 years independently and relentlessly navigating the modern music landscape from DIY Brooklyn lofts to underground clubs and viral reels. Today, I feel I’m finally on the verge of breaking through in a meaningful way.

I’m writing to you because, yes, I want exposure! But I also know I could be a compelling guest for [Show Name].

I was recently and unexpectedly featured on the H3 Podcast (link) and would love to springboard on that momentum by sharing not only my unique personal growth and healing story but also my perspective on creativity, authenticity, and the evolving role of artists (and society as a whole) today.

Possible Angles

From Cult Control to Creative Sovereignty.
How leaving “the world’s smallest cult” reshaped his sense of agency and artistry

Surviving The Algorithmic Era
The cost of authenticity in a culture of performance

Reclaiming Music from the Algorithm
Why he deleted everything (twice) to create with purpose, not for metrics

Music as a Spiritual Technology (I love this one)
Treating sound as a tool for empowerment, not escapism

Signature Topics & Talking Points

Music as medicine vs. music as commodity.
Intention, ethics, and responsibility in music, entertainment and communication
Transforming experience into art without glorifying pain or toxic habits
Indie economics — false virality, what truly moves fans, and sustainable artistry goals
Internet culture — creating consciously in an attention-based economy

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Here are a few quick links:

~ Website [chadrising.com]
~ IG [instagram.com/chad_rising]
~ “Renegade” (PHL Version) [https://youtu.be/41X1ualE5Ls]
~ “Johnny Boy” (GLP Version) [https://youtu.be/Brt9P9wcf7Y]

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If these themes align with your audience, I would love to discuss being a guest.