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TipSee Music Happy Hour - Interviews from Nashvilles music industryAuthor: Dallas Jackson
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Okinawa to Nashville: American Idol Fame with Dzaki Sukarno
Episode 5
Tuesday, 13 January, 2026
For an artist, the journey isn't just a path—it's a mosaic of places, people, and poured-out honesty.In this episode, host Dallas Jackson, joined by co-host Grant Fisher, and guest Dzaki Sukarno to dive into the heart of Nashville’s songwriting scene and more. Sponsored by Michael Waltrip Brewing, the trio discusses Nashville’s evolving music culture, Dzaki’s journey from Okinawa Japan to New Mexico, and his ventures in country music. From Dzaki’s roots in a military family to his rise in the New Mexico music scene, this episode covers heartfelt anecdotes, the mentoring influence of Tracy Lawrence, and the intricacies of performing live. So what's the through line? It's the understanding that every story told is a new bridge built.This is a toast to the winding road, exploring how heritage, hustle, and heartfelt connection shape a life on stage and at home.The Road & The Rhythm 🎶⌁ From Okinawa to Albuquerque: How a military childhood and the landscapes of New Mexico forged a unique musical perspective.⌁ Mentorship in Music: The pivotal role and advice from country star Tracy Lawrence.⌁ Commanding the Crowd: Unpacking the techniques and truths behind engaging any live audience.⌁ The Hustle Layers: Balancing life as a touring musician, DJ, and soon-to-be father.⌁ A Global Country Heart: Discussing the universal reach of country music’s storytelling.⌁ The Next Chapter: New music, upcoming gigs, and navigating the industry as an independent artist.🫵🏼 If this conversation about journey and connection resonated with you, what part stood out the most?🗣️ How do the places you’ve lived shaped your story?🗨️ Let us know in the comments.—Follow Talking Tipsee for more unfiltered conversations with creators.Subscribe on: https://www.instagram.com/tipseepod/...@tipseemusicShow some love for our sponsors:@waltripbrewing@fourbranchesbourbonConnect with Dzaki Sukarno:https://dzakisukarno.com/-------------------------------------------Chapters:00:00 Welcome to Talking Tipsy01:02 Introducing the Co-Host and Guest01:19 Commute Complaints and Nashville Traffic02:45 Sipping on Sponsors: Michael Waltrip Brewing and Four Branches Bourbon03:24 Zach Sano’s Musical Journey03:55 From Indonesia to New Mexico: Zach’s Background06:45 American Idol and TikTok Fame07:58 Becoming a Father: Shared Experiences08:23 Military Aspirations and Music Career08:23 New Mexico Music Scene15:14 Engaging the Audience: Tips and Techniques25:50 Country Music’s Global Reach43:53 DJing and Singing: A Personal Insight44:36 From Bartending to Music Festivals46:45 The DJ Journey Begins48:20 Upcoming Events and Exciting Gigs51:24 New Music and Songwriting53:27 Balancing Family and Music Career01:00:10 The Independent Artist’s Path01:08:40 Reflections and Future Goals01:20:52 Closing Thoughts and Cheers------------------------------------------------Hashtags:#ZachSano #NashvilleMusic #CountryMusic #SongwriterLife #MilitaryBrat #NewMexicoMusic #LiveMusicTips #Fatherhood #MusicIndustry #IndependentArtist #TalkingTipsy #TipsyMusic #MusicJourney #RoadStories #ArtistLife
