In this conversation, Jesse Brede interviews Josh Teed. They chat about the creative process, collaboration, classical violin training, and the challenges of being an artist. They also talk about the importance of staying positive, finding fulfillment in one's work, and the sustainability of a music career. The conversation touches on the role of AI in education, the significance of live performances, and the value of being an independent artist. They also discuss tattoos, vinyl releases, and upcoming tours. Josh shares his experiences with recurring dreams and how they have influenced his music. They also discuss the idea of concept albums and the storytelling aspect of music. The conversation concludes with a discussion of upcoming projects and events.
Takeaways

Believe in your project and be consistent in your creative pursuits.
Stay positive and surround yourself with supportive people.
Find fulfillment in your work and strive for sustainability in your career.
Embrace creativity and innovation in education.
Create memorable live performances that engage and connect with the audience.
Maintain artistic independence and explore different avenues for releasing music.
Express yourself through tattoos as a form of personal and artistic expression.
Consider vinyl releases as a special and unique way to share your music.
Expand your live performances by incorporating different instruments and visuals.
Enjoy the journey and stay true to your own artistic vision. Finding like-minded individuals and building a supportive team is crucial for success in the music industry.
Recurring dreams can serve as inspiration for music and visual concepts.
Concept albums allow artists to create a cohesive and immersive experience for listeners.
Social media can be a necessary tool for growth, but it's important to find a balance and prioritize mental health.
Upcoming projects and events include collaborations with other artists, tours, and festival performances.


Chapters

00:00 Believing in Your Project and Staying Consistent
02:43 The Power of Positivity and Support
08:56 Finding Fulfillment in Your Work
13:43 Embracing Creativity and Innovation in Education
20:23 The Value of Independence in the Music Industry
23:12 Tattoos as Personal and Artistic Expression
26:43 The Significance of Vinyl Releases
27:39 Expanding Live Performances with Instruments and Visuals
28:53 Enjoying the Journey and Staying True to Your Vision
38:46 Recurring Dreams as Inspiration for Music and Visual Concepts
43:18 The Power of Concept Albums and Storytelling in Music
47:30 Upcoming Projects and Collaborations in the Music Industry

CONNECT WITH JOSH TEED
Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/0m5NlhNMYQc0gUmvmRmVUS⁠
Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/joshteedmusic/⁠
SoundCloud: ⁠https://soundcloud.com/jgtmusic⁠
Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/jteedviolin

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Josh Teed: The Power of Concept Albums and Storytelling in Music

Bio:
Austin native Jesse Brede has been setting dance floors afire with his original take on multi-genre bass-music since 1998, but his industry savvy doesn’t stop there. The self-taught entrepreneur has tried his hand and succeeded at nearly every endeavor in the business. From founding his own record label and talent agency to the practical application of video and sound technologies, Brede has become a staple in the bass community. 

Brede ventured into a new territory of music production in 2009, where he came to fully embody the definition of multi-genre bass music. Brede’s composition and DJ sets continuously defy the limits of any one particular category. An avid storyteller behind the decks, he has become notorious for affecting the emotions of listeners while teasing with expectation. Brede has shared the stage with a group of artists as diverse as his sound, such as Deadmau5, The Glitch Mob, Skrillex, Kaskade and Bonobo at highly-esteemed events. He has also established quite the reputation with appearances at Euphoria Camping and Music Festival, Great North Festival, Insomniac’s Nocturnal Festival and Art Outside. 

Brede founded Gravitas Recordings in 2011, a record label and creative collective that serves as a platform for artists to showcase their work. The label’s mantra is “Doing Good with Good Music”, making it more than just a music platform, but also an outlet to fulfill philanthropic initiatives. In true Brede fashion, the brand refuses to be compromised by genre limitations and continues to raise money for various charitable causes through different compilations. Gravitas has worked with over 300 artists to release over 110 EP, albums, and compilations. The brand’s primary focus is to release quality music that is accessible to anyone with Gravitas’ signature “pay-what-you-want” business model.

Jesse is also the owner of Lion’s Share Digital, a full-service digital media and web development firm that has worked with a plethora of clients in the music industry and beyond. In January 2014, Brede founded Pivotal Agency, a booking and management agency, with Cole Jones where he manages Beats Antique, CloZee, and Cristina Soto. 

In 2017, Jesse launched Gravitas Create which is a music production education platform and community. 

A true master of his art, Brede makes his work appear as effortless as play. He finds fulfillment in assisting and serving others, and his integrity speaks for itself. Expansion seems to be the universal theme when contemplating Jesse’s fierce future vision, as he would like to see all facets of the creative world represented in his daily life.

Producer and Instrumentalist

booking - james@servintalentagency.com 
management - jared@mammothmusicgroup.com
lessons and all other inquires - joshteedviolin@gmail.com

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Josh Teed: The Power of Concept Albums and Storytelling in Music

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