We recently connected with Danielle Bloom and have shared our conversation below.

Danielle , thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Let’s jump back to the first dollar you earned as a creative? What can you share with us about how it happened?

When I was just 14, I experienced a life-changing moment belting out Hymns in my dad’s church one Sunday. A guest pastor who was visiting and preaching that day heard me and invited me to sing in his church the next week. To my utter shock and delight, he handed me $100 for those two songs! At that age, I thought I’d hit the jackpot; it was like winning the teenage lottery!

It blew my mind that someone would value what I loved doing so highly. It felt surreal to realize that my passion could be appreciated in such a tangible way by others. This experience not only gave my confidence a turbo boost but also lit up the path ahead for me, showing the potential to pursue music more seriously in the future.

Let this story be your friendly nudge that your passions are like hidden treasure maps leading to epic quests if you just believe in yourself and stick to what makes you tick.

Danielle , love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

My mother always joked that I was singing in the womb. After I was born, the concert continued. I serenaded my stuffed animals, my older brother—anyone who couldn’t escape. At seven years old, stepping onto the church stage for a solo ignited a fire within me; vocal performance became my calling. During my teenage years, another passion emerged: Health and Wellness. As an avid cardio junkie, weight training revolutionized my entire outlook on fitness.

I pursued my exercise science degree with a burning passion to expand my fitness knowledge, and I proudly earned a nutrition certification through Precision Nutrition! College was an exhilarating path where I made the Dean’s List and had the incredible honor of joining the National Society of Leadership and Success. Completing their leadership certification program was an absolute thrill! Achieving a spot on the Dean’s List felt like climbing Mt. Everest with a backpack full of textbooks—it demanded relentless dedication and countless hours of study, but every moment was worth it!

Throughout the day, I poured my energy into working at gyms; by night, I sang with all my heart. If there’s one piece of wisdom I’m eager to share with today’s youth, it’s this: find a trade that lets you earn a living while chasing your passion for music or whatever it is that sets your soul on fire!

I offer products related to my work in music and fitness. Let’s start with Music: I’ve recorded five studio albums over the years, and guess what? A few of them are available on all streaming platforms—so you can enjoy them anytime, anywhere! I’ve also penned several songs for my next record, which is set to drop in 2025. I was hoping for an earlier release, but hey, good things take time. And that’s not all—I’ll have some snazzy new merch for you to flaunt too! :)

I also host an exciting podcast where I get to chat with musicians and fitness experts—because who doesn’t love a killer combo of rock ‘n’ roll and a health revolution? My performances have taken me all over the U.S., Canada, and Australia, and I’m honored to continue performing weekly in downtown Nashville. Whether it’s cover song nights, singing the national anthem at Vanderbilt University’s sporting events, or performing my original tunes with some brilliant musicians I call “My lethal weapons”; every moment fuels my creative spirit as I work on this new record.

I am excited and incredibly honored to be nominated for “Rock Vocalist” for the third time at the Independent “Josie Music Awards”, happening at the iconic Grand Ole Opry! This recognition is not just an honor; it’s a reminder that perseverance and passion can lead us to extraordinary places.

I started my Fitness career as a front desk greeter, basically the human equivalent of a welcome mat. Over time, I leveled up to teaching fitness classes, guiding people through wellness screenings, and eventually becoming a personal trainer. Along the way, I had several fitness mentors who took me under their wing—like literal fitness angels—investing in me and teaching me invaluable lessons that I’ve carried with me ever since.

Guess what? I’m super excited to share that I’m working on my very own app for my fitness business called “Rock Star Body”! It’s going to be an epic mashup of fitness and rock ‘n’ roll. While I can’t spill all the details just yet, trust me—it’s going to rock your world! This idea has been brewing since 2014, so get ready for something truly awesome!

Additionally, I’m a keynote speaker passionate about inspiring others to bet on themselves and prioritize their health above everything else! And guess what? My debut book, “Mirror, Mirror: Realizing Your Self-Worth Beyond Your Appearance,” is set for an early 2025 release. I can’t wait for you all to read it!

Is there mission driving your creative journey?

The mission behind my music and fitness efforts is an electrifying passion that fuels me every single day! I am driven to empower people to relentlessly chase their dreams, stay true to who they are, and have unshakable faith in their incredible potential. By sharing my own trials and triumphs, I aim to ignite a fire within others, giving them the motivation needed to keep pushing forward no matter how daunting the obstacles may seem.

I aim to create music that hits you right in the feels and offers strength and hope to anyone who needs it—like an emotional superhero with a killer soundtrack.

My goal in fitness isn’t to shove another fad diet down your throat or peddle some magical quick fix. It’s igniting a rock and roll health revolution that embodies the raw and rebellious spirit of living authentically. We’re changing the game on what it means to live loud without turning into a rockstar cliché. Instead, channel all that wild energy into daily habits that make you feel awesome. This epic voyage kicks off right where you’re standing—one day at a time and it’s all about making your well-being the headliner of your life. Health is the ultimate rebellion!

Can you tell us about a time you’ve had to pivot?

Oh, I’ve had to pivot directions more times than a GPS with a bad signal. One particularly gut-wrenching U-turn happened in 2014. I started college to study exercise science, feeling like I had traded my microphone for textbooks. Then—bam! Life hit me with a curveball: a stage 2 breast cancer diagnosis. Talk about hitting rock bottom; I felt like it was game over.

But with every ounce of fight in me, I clawed my way through and emerged with a completely new outlook on life. Pivots can be beneficial—they give you time to reflect and show that dreams don’t expire; they evolve for the better.

Here’s the deal: life is going to keep throwing curveballs and asking you to switch gears. When that happens, see it as a chance to grow and evolve. Your path is your own, full of unexpected turns that make you tougher and more resilient. Just keep moving forward—every change gets you closer to discovering what you’re really capable of!

Contact Info:

• Website: https://daniellebloom.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellebloomsound/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniellebloomsound
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@daniellebloomTV
• Other: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-danielle-bloom-podcast-112583000/

Image Credits

Cynthia Brewer

Malissa Lambert

Cordie Nicole