TakeFlight on Building a Brand, Opening for Kevin Gates & Expanding Beyond Music | #280

TakeFlight Independent Recording Artist | Entrepreneur | Founder of Take Flight Expand In This Episode • Growing up in Ocean Springs, Mississippi • Starting his music career through local talent shows • Joining G3 and transitioning into a solo artist • The vision behind founding Take Flight Expand • Lessons learned from building an independent music career • Opening for Kevin Gates during the Biloxi tour stop • Why branding is just as important as the music • Releasing four independent EPs • Upcoming music and future releases • Working with Tampa Mystic and Industry's Most Wanted • Expanding into film with an upcoming short film • Becoming an author with Take Flight Expand • Staying grounded through family and personal growth • Advice for aspiring artists looking to build their own brand Featured Projects • Four EPs available on all major streaming platforms • Take Flight Expand (Book) • Upcoming release: Microphone • Developing a new short film • Ongoing expansion of the Take Flight Expand brand Follow TakeFlight Instagram: @Takeflight_7 About Stardom101 Magazine Podcast The Stardom101 Magazine Podcast features conversations with independent artists, entrepreneurs, authors, creatives, and industry professionals who are building impactful brands and inspiring others through their journeys. Subscribe for new interviews featuring rising talent, business leaders, entertainers, and visionaries from around the world. FOR PODCAST SPONSORSHIPS: Submit Ad Inquiries to: https://form.jotform.com/221666947196167 Ready to set up your interview and become a guest on this show? Text #S101MPodcast to 1-(804) 800-STAR (7827)  •   FOLLOW S101M PODCAST: Instagram:    / stardom101mag   Facebook:    / stardom101magazine   Twitter:    / stardom101mag   YouTube:     / @stardom101mag   •  ✨ About The Stardom101 Magazine Podcast: The Stardom101 Magazine Podcast highlights faith, entrepreneurship, creativity, and purpose-driven hustle—featuring leaders, artists, and visionaries building impact and ownership across industries.