Episode 115
Sax, Soul, and Surf n' Turf with Jason Jackson
Delve into the captivating world of saxophonist Jason Jackson, as he shares his musical voyage since retiring from the U.S. Navy band in 2021. From childhood inspiration drawn from the iconic "Blues Brothers" saxophone solo to learning invaluable lessons from collaborators, Jason's passion for music is palpable.
Jason emphasizes over-delivering and striving for excellence in every project. His process for creating original music centers on the belief that "groove supersedes all." He reflects on his experiences as a touring musician and imparts wisdom on balancing artistry with business acumen.
Join us to discover the transformative power of music and hear about Jason's unforgettable moments, from his early days with James Brown's band to the elation of hearing his song on the radio for the first time. Get ready to be immersed in the harmonious world of Jason Jackson—a maestro whose music transcends boundaries.
Episode Highlights:
14:37 - Something I learned when I was kind of touring around the world in the Navy was we were playing for all these different people and a lot of them didn't speak any English. So, there was really no way for us to communicate with them, but for the music we were playing with them. And I kind of found out that once we started playing a song that had a little groove to it, it was like we were talking to these people.
27:38 - Especially when you're an independent artist and doing everything yourself, like there's so much to think about from getting this contract signed to, "Oh, I got to do social media. I got to do graphic design to put something up on my page. I got to edit some video to promote this and that." It's just so many things. You kind of have to be a jack of all trades and there's definitely a learning curve to it.
35:20 - Say yes. A lot of times an opportunity will come up, and we'll be nervous about it or just in our own head a little bit, and we'll turn it down. I know I felt that way when I got offered my first show to play my original music. I really was scared about it.
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