In this episode, we talk with John Piler and Matt Taddei, two buddies in Phoenixville, PA who have been recording under the name Starch to Sugar since 2010. These great musicians not only agreed to be interviewed but volunteered to write and record music for the show, as well.
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In this chat, we discuss;
- How John and Matt met and started recording
- How each took an interest in music at a young age
- The musical experimentation both loved at a young age
- The evolution of technology and how that impacts musicians
- The importance of setting an example as an artistic parent for creative children
- Finding your creative voice
- The role of the subconscious in musical influences
- Their definition of creative success
- The benefit of age as an artist
- The huge machine and industry behind mainstream musical successes
- The band’s creative process for both writing and recording
- The use of virtual collaboration to kickstart their creativity
- Where their musical inspiration comes from
- The challenges of getting back in sync after a hiatus
- Their opinions on vocalists and lead singers
You can find the band at starchtosugar.com and their Facebook page.