Landing Huge Gigs With Just One Email: Elena Hirsch

Landing Huge Gigs With Just One Email: Elena Hirsch

Author: Zak Davis & Matt Allen July 7, 2026 Duration: 59:17

Landing huge gigs is easier than you think. Elena Hirsch reveals her "Power of the Ask" inside our latest Independent Music & Artist Interviews. 🎤💃🏻

Watch this episode to learn how Elena went from cold-emailing news stations in Detroit to opening at The Troubadour in LA.

🔗 GUEST LINKS:

- LinkTree: Elena Hirsch

- Spotify: Listen to Irresistible

- Instagram: @elena.hirsch

- TikTok: @elenahirschx

- YouTube: @elenahirsch

- Discord: Join the Server

🔗 OUR LINKS:

- Podcast App: ZHZ Podcast

- Official Site: Z Frequency

- Be Our Next Guest: Inquiry Form

- The Guest List on Spotify: Playlist

CHAPTERS ➡

00:00 - The Power of the Ask

00:32 - Meeting Elena Hirsch

01:23 - How she found ZHZ Podcast

04:23 - The Detroit to LA Musical Journey

06:00 - Opening for Morgan St. Jean

07:35 - The "One Email" Strategy Revealed

10:55 - Building a Band from Scratch (The Struggle)

16:31 - Persistence: Making Your Own Luck

20:45 - Breaking Down "Irresistible"

26:00 - Streaming vs. Live Audience Strategy

35:30 - Future Plans & Michigan Residency

43:00 - Advice for Independent Musicians

50:00 - Grow Your Audience Tip

56:00 - Wrap Up & Shoutouts


There's a particular energy to music made outside the mainstream, and ZHZ Podcast: Independent Music, Artist Interviews & The Utah Scene digs right into the heart of it. Hosts Zak Davis and Matt Allen, from the Z Frequency project, use their platform to amplify the voices often heard only in local venues or home studios. Each episode feels like a conversation among friends, one that just happens to be packed with the kind of practical insights and honest stories that artists usually share after the show. You'll hear from emerging independent musicians not only about their creative process but also about the real, unglamorous work of building a career from the ground up. While the pulse of Utah's vibrant local scene provides a consistent backdrop, the discussions here resonate with anyone curious about the DIY ethos shaping modern culture. This podcast serves as a vital connection point, offering listeners an authentic look at the people and passion behind the tracks. It’s for fans who want to discover their next favorite artist before anyone else and for creators looking for camaraderie and actionable advice. Tune in for genuine interviews that skip the superficial talk and get straight to what matters in independent music.
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