#13: Josh Teed, Producer, Multi-Instrumentalist

The Sleepless Sessions

Welcome to Episode 13 of The Sleepless Sessions, and for returning listeners, welcome back!
On this podcast we explore the lives of those in pursuit of their passions, dreams, and living unconventional lifestyles!
On todays episode I sat down with my friend Josh Teed! Thank you Josh for taking the time to record this! On this episode we talk about his new album 'The Journey East', touring, being a multi instrumentalist, collaborations, his experience teaching in Vietnam, community and so much more!
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(0:00) - Intro
(1:30) - Episode start, Josh's introduction to music
(4:17) - Picking up new instruments having prior experience with different instruments, the differences between each violin
(6:37) - The difference between violin and fiddle
(7:48) - Can you tell me about the process and your journey into music production
(9:21) - Who are some of your musical inspirations?
(10:38) - Can you tell me about building the "atmosphere" of a track?
(12:12) - Did you know music was your calling? What other paths have you considered?
(14:00) - Artist exposure, have you had any issues with developing a following? The journey/process
(17:04) - Have you experienced difficulties with finding time for your craft? Burnout, headspace
(18:54) - Can you tell me about Vietnam and your experience teaching there? The inspiration behind his album 'The Journey East'
(22:01) - Translating an experience into music, and do you have any recommendations for traveling? What are some of your places to travel to and what's on your list? Maximizing your life
(32:29) - Can you tell me about your journey of turning music into a career and honing in on your craft? Working with management
(36:49) - Can you tell me about your experience managing yourself vs working with management
(40:30) - Collaborating with other artists, in person and through the web, do you have bucket list collaborative artists? The collaborative experience
(47:22) - Diversified sound styles and influences
(50:02) - Do you have any tips or pointers for those wanting to release an album, and things they can expect or they may not expect? Concept albums
(53:18) - With creating a mix and performing live, is creating an ebb and flow difficult?
(55:00) - Can you tell me about djing while also playing violin in your sets?
(56:05) - Can you tell me about the Storytime set at Yonderville with Wade (DiCE MaN)?
(58:32) - Has playing festivals and shows changed the way you experience festivals and shows?
(1:00:14) - Do you have any favorite venues that you've played at?
(1:02:34) - Can you tell me about your experience seeing Slipknot, venue curation
(1:05:03) - Can you tell me about your experience with organizing events
(1:07:09) - How did Covid impact you as an artist?
(1:11:21) - Can you tell me about your experience working with visual artists, and artwork for your releases?
(1:13:08) - Do you have any daily habits and routines?
(1:13:44) - Do you have any book recommendations or favorites?
(1:14:41) - What would you recommend to artists that want to take their craft to the next level, or even for beginners?
(1:15:57) - What is next for you on the horizon?
(1:17:05) - What does the word "community" mean to you?
(1:20:30) - Where are some of the best ways for people to connect with you?
(1:21:07) - Outro, End