Life By The Numbers: Utah Burgess on Music, Grit & Building Community Brick by Brick
On this episode of The CJ Moneyway Show, CJ sits down with Utah Burgess — frontman of Americana/rock band Noble Hops, founder of Shady Lady Studio Productions, and co-host of the Grass Roots Show on WLER-FM. Utah shares how music, entrepreneurship, community, and authenticity shaped his journey, from producing songs like Life By The Numbers to creating platforms that spotlight local talent through the Band Jam Grass Roots Music Festival.
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On this episode of The CJ Moneyway Show, powered by CJ Moneyway Media and Bleav Network, CJ Moneyway sits down with Utah Burgess — musician, producer, entrepreneur, and community builder.
As frontman of the Americana/rock band Noble Hops, founder of Shady Lady Studio Productions, and co-host of the Grass Roots Show on WLER-FM, Utah has built a creative career rooted in grit, authenticity, and service to local music culture.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Building a music career with purpose
- The story behind Life By The Numbers
- Creating space for independent artists
- Entrepreneurship in the music industry
- Why community matters more than clout
- The mission behind Band Jam Grass Roots Music Festival
This conversation is about music, legacy, hustle, and staying true to your roots.
Brick by brick.
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