On Becoming a Genuine Artist with Brent Paschke

09/30/21 • 51 min

When you are being true to yourself, you are completely honest with what you feel, deeply value, and desire. It also means communicating your feelings wholeheartedly both with yourself and others, allowing your truth to flow through you, your music, and into the world.

In today's episode of the Steve Stine Guitar Podcast, we will be joined by Brent Paschke. He is a guitarist, producer, songwriter, and author based in Los Angeles, California. He is best known as Pharrell Williams’ guitarist, having worked with the singer/songwriter/producer since 2001. Paschke accompanies Williams in the studio and on tour, and his guitar performances appear on such Pharrell projects as G I R L (2015 Grammy winner for Best Urban Contemporary Album) and Hidden Figures: The Album (2017 Golden Globe nominee for Best Original Score). Brent has also worked with Katy Perry, Britney Spears, Chris Brown, New Kids on the Block, Kelly Clarkson, Chris Brown, and many other artists.

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Highlights:

[01:24] How the COVID-19 Pandemic has impacted his daily life
[09:50] His earliest memory connecting to music
[13:03] How Lynn Kenneth Quamme influenced Brent growing up as a rock player
[17:19] When did his first band come along?
[20:33] Why did he move to Minneapolis?
[21:40] How did Spymob come about?
[22:53] What happened to Spymob after epic records dropped them?
[25:30] When did he decide to move from Minneapolis to California?
[27:02] His experience on working with some great producers
[28:37] How is working with Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo different?
[34:11] What are the goals when touring?
[36:33] The reason behind Tuniversity
[48:09]Who are his main musical influences?
[49:35]What are his three top albums?
[54:00]What are his other interests outside of music?

Links:

Website:brentpaschke.com
LinkedIn:Brent Paschke
Instagram:@brentpaschke
Facebook:Brent Paschke
Twitter:@brentpaschke

Links:

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https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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Tune in to this podcast now!

Highlights:

[01:24] How the COVID-19 Pandemic has impacted his daily life
[09:50] His earliest memory connecting to music
[13:03] How Lynn Kenneth Quamme influenced Brent growing up as a rock player
[17:19] When did his first band come along?
[20:33] Why did he move to Minneapolis?
[21:40] How did Spymob come about?
[22:53] What happened to Spymob after epic records dropped them?
[25:30] When did he decide to move from Minneapolis to California?
[27:02] His experience on working with some great producers
[28:37] How is working with Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo different?
[34:11] What are the goals when touring?
[36:33] The reason behind Tuniversity
[48:09]Who are his main musical influences?
[49:35]What are his three top albums?
[54:00]What are his other interests outside of music?

Links:

Website:brentpaschke.com
LinkedIn:Brent Paschke
Instagram:@brentpaschke
Facebook:Brent Paschke
Twitter:@brentpaschke

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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Part 2: The Profound Meaning of Music with Joel Stevenett

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Music has the ability to enhance the mind as well. There are numerous things to listen to and pay attention to in music. Music has the ability to lift someone's spirits, stimulate them, or soothe and rest them. Music also allows us to feel nearly or potentially all of the emotions we experience in our life, which is crucial.

In today's episode of Steve Stine Guitar Podcast, we will be joined by Joel Stevenett. Originally from Alberta, Canada, drummer Joel Stevenett spent over ten years in Nashville before his eventual move to Salt Lake City where he currently lives and works as a first-call session drummer. During his years in Nashville, Joel found himself on the road with such acts as JoDee Messina, The Wilkinsons, and SHeDAISY, among others.

His recording credits include the recording of Sony Playstation, XBOX, and Nintendo Wii video game soundtracks, including popular titles like Twisted Metal Head-On, Dance Dance Revolution, and Disney’s Ultimate Band. Joel’s inventive and physical flair can be heard on numerous TV theme songs such as the NBA and The Today Show as well as movie soundtracks like Meet Joe Black, August Rush, and Along Came Polly.

Tune in to this podcast now and learn about Joel’s journey in the music industry and how the pandemic affected him and his career.

Highlights:

[00:45] Misconceptions of the term “lessons”
[03:12] Importance of recognizing the stress points
[04:51] Why should listening be armed with focus to learn?
[05:30] What will happen if you're truly listening?
[08:19] How does music connect and influence people despite the language
[12:40] The Great Things Joel did in terms of playing with artists
[13:47] What is the 3 Foot Rule and how did it change Joel?
[35:00] Figuring out how to get in your heart space
[39:48] Joel Stevenett's Top 5 Albums and Artist

Links:

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/joelstevenett
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/joelstevenett/
Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyYIqPTPv8noKs2uRI70_dA

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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Experiencing Life through Music with Brett Ecklund

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“This long line of my story is just experiencing something, and then moving on to another experience and kind of just it, just allowing the music, following the music, leading wherever it serendipitously takes me.” -Brett Ecklund

In today’s episode, we are joined by Brett Ecklund. He has a passion for writing, recording, teaching, and performing music. He has written well over 500 original songs in all styles, for multiple instruments, and has done professional studio recordings in Kansas City, Nashville, Austin, and Southern California.

For the last quarter-century, Brett has had the honor and privilege of mentoring thousands of music lovers of all ages in the fine art of music theory and modern technique and its practical application to the guitar. His teaching credits include the National Guitar Summer Workshop and the University of Texas, along with numerous other schools of music and retail instrument outlets.

Besides the countless concerts that Brett has performed in theaters and clubs of all sizes, he has also played for capacity crowds on tours of amphitheaters across the midwest and has made appearances on radio and local television.

His intention is to share himself musically with all who will listen and leave a lasting impression on his life’s work.

Listen to this podcast and learn how your passion can be the trigger to reach your dreams!

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