#125 Gavin Castleton Part II - “You're not wrong about Dunkin' Donuts"

In this episode of After The Gig, Jesse continues his conversation with Gavin Castleton. They delve into Gavin's album 'Pattern Breaker', his move back to Rhode Island, and the impacts on his music and work-life balance. They also discuss the significance of fan loyalty, the use of AI in creating album artwork, and rethinking ambition. Additionally, Jesse shares insights about his own musical journey and touches on themes of work and ambition in his latest single. Buy Gavin’s new album here! https://gavincastleton.bandcamp.com/album/pattern-breaker-2024

 

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00:00 Introduction and Show Overview

00:20 Newsletter and Patreon Community

01:13 Interview with Gavin Castleton Begins

01:16 Returning to Rhode Island

08:54 Fan Base and Creativity

18:38 AI and Artwork

27:59 Song 'Ambition' and Personal Reflections

33:46 Redirecting Ambition: The Song's Takeaway

34:39 The Balance of Personal and Relatable Content

35:04 AI Tools and Creative Experimentation

36:01 The Cynicism of AI Avatars

37:11 Ambition's Musical Journey

43:17 The Challenges of Mixing and Editing

51:10 Songwriting and Personal Reflection

54:57 Recording Process and Instrumentation

59:21 Woodworking and Personal Projects

01:01:34 Conclusion and Community Engagement