What does it take to make it in music—not just for a season, but for a lifetime?

In this episode of Off Key and On Pitch, Tzayla sits down with acoustic duo Eva Rose and David Pippin, two artists who’ve shared the stage—and the struggle—for over 15 years. From playing for 20,000 fans at Springing the Blues to performing in dive bars, competitions, and living rooms, they’ve built a career on grit, grace, and staying power.

They get real about the emotional weight of songwriting, the weird magic of live performance, how to push past stage fright, and why so many bands fall apart when the going gets hard.

This isn’t just a conversation. It’s a front-row seat to a masterclass in artistic resilience.

If you're a musician, songwriter, performer, or even just a curious creative—you need to hear this.

Key Takeaways:

• Emotion is fuel: Eva writes to process, David writes to tell stories—and together, they turn personal truth into art that connects.
• Stage fright is a liar: Eva’s brain hack for anxiety on stage might just change your next performance.
• Longevity takes friendship: Bands break up. Duos drift. But respect, patience, and playfulness are glue.
• Write the bad songs too: You’re not blocked—you’re backed up. Write through the junk to get to the gold.
• Competition is a training ground: Forget winning—use contests to grow under pressure, sharpen your edge, and stretch your skills.
• Make music because you love it: Period. If you don’t love the process, no jet plane will ever be enough.

Listen to Their Album:

• Blackwater Blues: Available now on all streaming platforms!

Connect with Eva Rose:

• Website: evarosemusic.com
• Instagram/TikTok: @evarosered
• Facebook/YouTube: Eva Rose Music

Connect with David Pippin:

• Website: davidpippinmusic.com
• TikTok: @davidpippinmusic
• Facebook/YouTube: David Pippin Music

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Keep Dreaming Big, and remember… adventure sounds like THIS

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