The Music Mom: Eileen Carey

Endless Endurance: Tips for Survival in the Music Industry

In this post, I share the lessons that helped me survive—and grow—in the music industry as an independent artist. From protecting my creativity to running my own business, these tips reflect the grit, growth, and endurance it takes to keep going, stay grounded, and keep making music I believe in.

From Frost to Flourish: 20 Songs That Sing of Spring

As winter finally melts away, here’s a joyful soundtrack to welcome spring. Featuring 20 timeless songs from the legends of yesteryear, this playlist captures the spirit of renewal, hope, and brighter days ahead.

More Than a Melody: What Being a Music Mom Means to Me

This post is a personal reflection on what it means to be a music mom during Women’s History Month. I share how I try to balance motherhood and creativity and how I find inspiration in the women who’ve done both before me.

10 Anthems for Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, and as a music mom, I’m all about it. Female artists have a way of telling the truth, especially when it’s hard to say out loud. Their songs lift us, push us, comfort us, and remind us we’re not alone. This one’s for them.

Women Who Changed Music History

March is Women’s History Month, honoring influential women in music who transformed the industry. Icons like Aretha Franklin, Joni Mitchell, and Patsy Cline broke barriers, inspired generations, and redefined success. Their powerful voices and stories still resonate today, and remind us of the enduring impact of women in music history.

10 Songs That Capture the Spirit of Christmas

Christmas is a joyful season focused on love, connection, and reflection. Music plays a significant role, capturing the spirit through heartfelt songs. This list includes classics that convey messages of hope, togetherness, and the magic of the holidays. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.

From Hardships to Hits: 20 Female Musicians Who Turned Struggles into Success

From personal tragedies to toxic relationships, from constantly changing glass ceilings to a whole lotta sexism, these gifted gals have persevered and thrived. Not only that, but they have also inspired countless others with their resilience and artistry. Including me.

(Somewhat) Scary Songs: 13 Halloween Tunes the Entire Family Will Love

Ready for a Halloween playlist that’s fun, festive, and totally kid-friendly? We’ve got you covered. These 13 (sorta) spooky songs bring all the seasonal magic without the tear-inducing frights. Happy haunting!

Grateful Grooves: 20 Songs That’ll Inspire Your Thanksgiving Thankfulness

As we get ready to gather around the table and reflect on all that we’re grateful for, I thought I’d encourage the gratitude by sharing some of my favorite songs about love, family, friendship, and the many things in life we should appreciate. Happy Thanksgiving!

Hot, hot hits: 10 stellar songs to kick off summer

It’s here! Finally. To celebrate the highly anticipated arrival of summer, I thought it’d be fun to share 10 of my absolute favorite summer songs. I hope they bring you as much joy as they do me.

Love, loss, and survival: 5 songs that capture the essence of life in the music biz

I have always felt inclined to guide and support other women who are trying to build a stable music career. As a result, I’m now sharing five songs that capture the essence of all I’ve learned as I’ve gone from part-time back-up singer to full-time, chart-topping mama. It’s been a whirlwind of a few years, and these tunes perfectly capture the wisdom, wonder, and wounds of it all.

Recognizing these 3 similarities between motherhood and musicianship will make you a rockstar at both

Your motherhood and your musicianship are similar in that they both require a crazy amount of creativity, an ability to focus on the big picture, and the shedding of blood, sweat, and tears. Recognizing this common ground between the two roles is the first step in becoming the best music mom you can be.