Musicians helping musicians make a living.

Michael Walker, founder of Modern Musician, is a successful and highly renowned musician and entrepreneur. He is a husband, father and member of Paradise Fears. After touring professionally for the last eight years, Michael decided to set up Modern Musician to teach other artists and bands the skills needed to have a profitable music career.

Ari launched his solo project “Avatari” when he began his mentorship with Modern Musician. Through the tools he learned as a Gold Artist he’s created a thriving fan community which fosters a culture of Peace, Love and Empowerment. Ari’s other passion is his family - happily married with an awesome three year old son named Rumi, who is already playing guitar and drums (loudly!).

Jared Christianson, founder and lead singer of the progressive metal band Arkaik, has spent over a decade touring with top names in extreme metal. As a coach at Modern Musician, he combines his passion for music with innovative digital marketing strategies, helping artists grow, connect with their fans, and turn their passion into a sustainable career.

Spencer Grimes is a husband, father, artist and software builder.

Additionally he's the founder, singer and song-writer for the Minneapolis based indie-rock band, Whosah. He's deeply passionate about connecting and empowering people to live and work as their best selves through software, music, and building relationships.

Aaron Gordon is a singer-songwriter hailing from the beautiful Okanagan Valley in BC, Canada. He's won FACTOR Grants, Songwriter Competitions and toured with Chris Vrenna of Nine Inch Nails/Marilyn Manson. His band “Three Scotch In’” is focused on mental health and continues to see massive growth moving forward with MM's guidance.

Aaron runs a successful wedding entertainment company and having amplified his business is now paying it forward with Modern Musician as a Fan Magnet Coach.

Full-time independent artist who built a six-figure career on the exact playbook StreetTeam productizes. Keeps the mission and artist outcomes honest.

Finance and technology leader with senior roles through a billion-dollar-plus public-market journey. Pressure-tests our numbers, terms, and investor fit.

Former COO, CMO & Chief of Staff at Stuzo, the commerce platform acquired by PAR Technology for $190M in 2024. Serial operator; invested in Modern Musician and works the growth plan with Michael monthly.

Chance is a multi-instrumentalist music producer and DJ. Whether he's bringing his uplifting and high-energy vibes to festivals, or venue dance floors he seeks to craft sounds with the intention of expanding the collective mainframe through his own unique brand of sonic adventures. He enjoys helping artists realize their dream and potential by connecting them with means to take their careers into their own hands.

Mexican singer, songwriter, and composer with a best-selling Amazon book and a voice featured in Disney/Pixar films like Monsters University and Planes. He’s won two national contests, signed record deals, and played major festivals with bands like El Tri and Café Tacvba. A Wix Music winner in 2016, his music featured at SXSW. He also composes for TV, film, and earned a “Pantalla de Cristal” nod for Misión Cosmos.

A multi-faceted singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Devin writes complex but approachable songs using a variety of instruments, drawing influences from Celtic folk music, jazz, alternative, and film scores. Devin’s music focuses on reconnecting with the Earth, inner healing and ancestral work.Devin lives in rural Maine, and is also a father and the lead software developer of the new StreetTeam platform.

Ericca is Michael’s Executive Assistant, managing admin operations, billing, and more. While not a certified musician, she enjoys playing guitar. With a knack for organization and creativity, she bridges communication and supports Modern Musician’s mission daily.

Robin, aka GrayBeat, is a producer of catchy, beat-driven records and forever a student of sound. He is a maker of innovative real-time graphics and an “always” student of technology. With the help of the Modern Musician community, Robin has founded a dedicated group of like-minded individuals called Grayliens.