We were lucky to catch up with Gina Boykin recently and have shared our conversation below.

Gina, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. What’s the backstory behind how you came up with the idea for your business?

Live Music Junkiez started with my passion for discovering great live music. As an avid concert-goer, I found myself attending live music events several times a week, driven by a relentless desire to discover new artists and enjoy live performances.

Often, I’d find myself at incredible shows with only a handful of attendees—talented musicians playing to nearly empty rooms. I started recording and sharing these performances with friends and coworkers, and the response was always the same: “How do you find all this great music?” That question made me realize there was a gap. There wasn’t a centralized, easy-to-navigate resource for discovering live music, especially on a local level.

That’s when I knew I was onto something. I launched Live Music Junkiez as a way to bridge that gap—helping music lovers find live events without the endless scrolling and guesswork. What started as a simple effort to promote free local shows has grown into a multi-platform community, connecting people with both emerging and well-known artists. The excitement of discovering great live music and sharing it with others is what drives me every day.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

Live Music Junkiez is a platform dedicated to helping music lovers easily discover live events. More than just a concert listing, Live Music Junkiez curates and shares opportunities for people to experience incredible performances—whether it’s a local open mic, an intimate show with an up-and-coming artist, or a major festival.

What sets Live Music Junkiez apart is its community-driven approach. We really try to help music lovers navigate the local music scene and find performances that match their tastes. We also collaborate with venues and promoters to help them reach new audiences, filling their spaces with engaged music fans.

One of the things I’m most proud of is the way Live Music Junkiez has grown into a trusted resource for both music lovers and industry professionals. Seeing people discover new artists through my platform—or hearing from musicians who’ve gained new fans because of it—reminds me why I started this in the first place.

At its core, Live Music Junkiez is about connection. Live music brings people together in a way nothing else can, and my goal is to make sure as many people as possible get to experience that magic.

Are there any books, videos, essays or other resources that have significantly impacted your management and entrepreneurial thinking and philosophy?

Yes! Confidence Creator, by Heather Monahan is an excellent book. This book privided practical insights on how to embrace challenges and step outside my comfort zone.

Any stories or insights that might help us understand how you’ve built such a strong reputation?

Consistency has definitely been key to building the reputation of Live Music Junkiez. The platform has become a reliable resource for both music industry professionals and fans, consistently providing detailed information and updates about local events, special shows, and upcoming festivals.! Live Music Junkiez helps our audience make informed decisions about where to go and what to see!

Contact Info:

• Website: https://livemusicjunkiez.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livemusicjunkiez/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livemusicjunkiez
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@livemusicjunkiez