The Hatch Podcast
At the intersection of innovation, creativity, and community — The Hatch Podcast shares stories from founders, scientists, and artists shaping the future of Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Produced at Hatch Fairhope, it’s where bold ideas take flight.
The Founders Series dives into the journeys of startup founders building the future of business, technology, and innovation across the Gulf South.
The Music Accelerator combines professional music industry guidance with spiritual mentorship, creating a unique environment where artists can grow both creatively and personally. Hosted by music industry veteran Chris Estes, this series features conversations with artists and insiders who’ve spent years shaping the sounds and stories of modern music.
The Bioscience Innovation Series explores breakthroughs in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental science — with founders and researchers driving life-changing discoveries in labs across the region.
Around the Table features conversations with Alabama’s most forward-thinking companies and creators, from startups re-imagining industry to leaders building stronger communities.
And throughout the year, The Hatch Podcast Network introduces new limited series spotlighting the people and ideas transforming the Gulf Coast economy — one story at a time.
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The Hatch Podcast
Launching the Hatch Music Accelerator: Chris Estes & Keith Glines | Music Accelerator
What does it really take to launch a music career today?
In this very first episode of The Hatch Podcast: Music Accelerator, host Chris Estes and Hatch director Keith Glines pull back the curtain on a brand-new program designed to help independent artists in Alabama navigate the modern music business. Over 12 weeks, artists will write, collaborate, record, and walk away with a fully produced song — plus the marketing and business tools to sustain a real career in today’s streaming economy.
👉 Apply now for the Hatch Music Accelerator: 119collective.hatchfairhope.com
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- Why South Alabama is the perfect place for a music + tech ecosystem
- How the Hatch Music Accelerator equips artists from songwriting to release
- A step-by-step look at the 12-week accelerator: collaboration, production, marketing, and business know-how
- Why collaboration is the secret ingredient for great songwriting
- How streaming reshaped the music business — and the new opportunities for indie artists
- How to build momentum and sustainability without signing to a label
Episode highlights:
- [00:01:50] Why the Gulf Coast is the right launchpad for the accelerator
- [00:07:31] The streaming economy: micro-royalties vs. unlimited reach
- [00:11:55] Songwriting camps and the power of collaboration
- [00:15:15] Beyond the song: marketing, content, and building attention
- [00:19:59] Why the accelerator is free — and how to get involved
Resources and links:
- Apply now: 119collective.hatchfairhope.com
- Hatch website: hatchfairhope.com
- Instagram: @hatchfairhope
About the show:
The Hatch Podcast: Music Accelerator is your inside track on building a music career today. From songwriting and production to distribution and marketing, each episode features the insights, mentors, and real-world tools artists need to turn creativity into momentum.
About The Hatch Podcast
At the intersection of innovation, creativity, and community — The Hatch Podcast shares stories from founders, scientists, and artists shaping the future of Alabama’s Gulf Coast.
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Produced by Tim Scott for The Hatch Podcast Network.