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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/apathunfolding/message