Key Discussion Points: Juan’s Unique Music Style:Blend of classic sounds with modern elements.Creation of fun, lighthearted music with his project, Cosmic Punch.2 . Sci-Fi Influences: Strong preference for Star Wars over Star Trek.Themes from sci-fi franchises deeply influencing Juan's music and life.3.Critique of Hollywood Writing: Discussion on the quality of contemporary Hollywood scripts.4.Album Insights: The evolution of the album “Claypit Road” into “FM Stereo.”Influences from iconic artists like Queen and the Beach Boys.Delays in release due to meticulous production standards.5.Narrative and Themes: Album reflecting Juan's journey as a nerd.Songs addressing anime, growing up, and social media.Humorous and poignant tracks like “Mints in Box” and “Woke.”6.Toy Collecting and 80s Nostalgia: The charm and appeal of 80s toys.Representation of toy collectors in Juan's music.7.Production Challenges: Issues related to CGI music videos and AI music generation.The importance of supporting artists through physical sales and live performances.8.Insights from a Retired Tour Manager: Upcoming South American tour with Symphony X.Experiences with rock and metal bands.Producing records and directing documentaries.Speculation on the future of bands like Kiss without original members, comparing them to Queen.9.Celebrity Encounters and Music Preferences: Memorable encounters with celebrities.Discussion on favorite music tracks and their emotional impacts.Special mention of Queen’s “The Show Must Go On.”10.Future Projects and Passion: Future music projects teased.A continued passion for creating joyful music across various genres.Join James, Amanda, and Punchy for a delightful conversation that spans the realms of music, sci-fi, and nostalgic toys, all while providing an in-depth look at Juan artistic journey and the challenges of music production today. Better Help: Thank you to our sponsor BetterHelp, you can use my link http://www.betterhelp.com/musicspeaks for 10% off your first month of therapy. Bones Coffee: Get 10% any order on bonescoffee.com with code: MUSICSPEAKS Website whenwordsfailmusicspeaks.com  YouTube @whenwordsfailmusicspeaks Facebook @WWFMSPodcast Instagram @when_words_fail_podcast Twitter @WhenWordsFailMS If you enjoyed this episode, could I ask you to please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcast/iTunes? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.