The Genesis of The Space Between
The Spark of an Idea
Before the Spark - 1992 - 2008 - South Florida, Phoenix, Chicago, Detroit: Worked behind the scenes as a Manager, Booking Agent. and Local Marketing Representative for a record label and distribution company. The origins of The Space Between trace back to 2009, during a conversation the founder had with a vocalist colleague. They recognised a glaring gap in the support available to aspiring musicians. A second, fortuitous conversation with a UK music icon reinforced this idea: while mentoring existed to help musicians hone their craft in the hopes of becoming a fulltime working musician, no one was addressing how they could leverage that creativity into financial stability and fulfilling careers, outside of the industry. Historically, the narrative has been stark: either starve for your art or sacrifice your creative dreams for an unfulfilling job. That, along with the fact that many are discouraged from their creative pursuits as they are deemed non-viable career paths, leads them to leaving music behind. The hazard of these choices, is that they can exacerbate a clinically proven predisposition to mental health struggles due to literally being wired differently. This realisation became the seed for The Space Between. It would be a resource to guide musicians towards a “third path." It would validate not only their innate drive to create, but who they are at their core.
Planting the Seeds
For several years, the founder continued to support musicians through mentoring. She helped them understand the intricacies of the music industry, offered guidance on marketing strategies to grow their audience, and explored ways for them to channel their creativity into financially sustainable paths.
A Call to the UK
A visit to the UK in 2018 marked a turning point. Although the founder had grown up in “Detroit, Rock City” renowned for its music and artists of all genres, and built her career in vibrant music hubs like South Florida and Tempe, Arizona, it was the UK that resonated deeply. The country’s rich music and arts heritage, the numerous cities known with pride as arts hubs, the unique support available for buskers, and the recognition by the NHS of sound and music as healing modalities, inspired her to relocate to build The Space Between on British soil.
Global Challenges
The world was brought to a standstill, delaying the full-scale launch of The Space Between. However, this time allowed the founder, whilst working in outside employment, to continue to refine the programme’s offerings, ensuring they were tailored to meet the evolving needs of artists and creatives navigating an increasingly complex world.
A Catalyst for Change
The loss of Chester Bennington, the lead singer of Linkin Park and friend of the founder, reignited her commitment to the idea. His passing served as a poignant reminder of the struggles artists and creatives face, including mental health challenges, and the vital need for a programme that addressed not just professional success but personal well-being. It was during this period that the name The Space Between emerged. The “space between” symbolised the liminal space where infinite possibilities exist. The founder, an energy healer and Reiki Master, also began integrating holistic support into her work with musicians, to help them overcome stage fright and other emotional struggles, as well as physical ailments and injuries.
Laying the Foundations
Taking a leap of faith, the founder decided it was time to make her way to the UK and begin laying the groundwork for her vision. She connected with a business coach who shared her belief in the mission, and expanded her network of music industry and creative arts professionals.
Soft Launch and Expansion
By 2022, the pieces were falling into place. A soft launch at the end of 2023 introduced The Space Between to a small audience.
2025: Launched!
The Space Between has fully stepped into the world. With years of experience, a brilliant team of associates offering myriad healing modalities, and a clear mission, it stands as a resource of holistic well-being support and professional services for creatives and artists, assisting them to build a sustainable, fulfilling life.