59 min

128 Bret Bourquin (Producer, Songwriter, Big Time Grain Co.‪)‬ #liveandcreate

    • Entrepreneurship

Bret is a multi-talented individual, encompassing roles as a musician, music producer, and singer-songwriter. Alongside his musical endeavors, he is the owner of Storylight Studios, a video production business. Beyond his professional pursuits, Bret is a devoted husband and father of two, with a deep passion for all forms of creativity.

Today's episode features Bret and me pulling at the threads that exist within the realm of being a multi-faceted artist. He shares some of his philosophies on creative growth, accompanied by practical steps. Additionally, Bret discusses his experience working with my band, Run With It, on our latest release, "It’s Not Over."

Connect with Bret here:

https://www.bigtimegrain.com/

bretbourquin@mac.com





Welcome to the #liveandcreate podcast, hosted by Miguel Antonio, singer-songwriter, speaker and Lead Vocalist of the band Run With It . In this podcast, Miguel engages in meaningful conversations with artists and entrepreneurs, delving into the essence of living a great life and creating great things.

Our discussions revolve around the personal stories and inspirations of our guests, touching on practical aspects of both business and artistic creation. These conversations evolve into philosophical explorations, encompassing the art of life, music, and the pursuit of a better world.

to be a guest on the show email ⁠⁠booking@justthemiguel.com⁠⁠

To check out Miguel's band Run With It

⁠https://runwithitband.net⁠

(0:00 - 5:00) Introduction to the Live and Create podcast featuring Brett Berkwin, who shares his background and creative philosophies.

(5:00 - 10:00) Brett discusses balancing family and work, the benefits of multitasking, and the importance of a calm mind for creativity.

(10:00 - 15:00) Brett explains how late-night work helps his creativity and the balance between technical skills and intuition.

(15:00 - 20:00) Miguel and Brett talk about the challenges of mixing, accepting feedback, and the process of collaborative songwriting.

(20:00 - 25:00) Brett and Miguel discuss the joy of incorporating band members in the creative process and the importance of defining a clear idea.

(25:00 - 30:00) They reflect on deep lyrical discussions, the impact of personal experiences on creativity, and the importance of refining focus.

(30:00 - 35:00) Miguel and Brett talk about continuous exploration, memorable creative experiences, and the importance of action over overthinking.

(35:00 - 40:00) They emphasize the goal of moving people with music, the value of simplicity, and the balance between technique and heart.

(40:00 - 45:00) Brett shares his goal of capturing natural creativity in the studio and emphasizes consistency and loving the creative process.

(45:00 - 50:00) Brett praises the collaborative dynamic with Miguel and Paul, discusses the potential for growth, and the power of artist collaboration.

(50:00 - 59:28) Brett focuses on refining daily practices for long-term goals, shares his contact info, and Miguel thanks listeners for their support.

Bret is a multi-talented individual, encompassing roles as a musician, music producer, and singer-songwriter. Alongside his musical endeavors, he is the owner of Storylight Studios, a video production business. Beyond his professional pursuits, Bret is a devoted husband and father of two, with a deep passion for all forms of creativity.

Today's episode features Bret and me pulling at the threads that exist within the realm of being a multi-faceted artist. He shares some of his philosophies on creative growth, accompanied by practical steps. Additionally, Bret discusses his experience working with my band, Run With It, on our latest release, "It’s Not Over."

Connect with Bret here:

https://www.bigtimegrain.com/

bretbourquin@mac.com





Welcome to the #liveandcreate podcast, hosted by Miguel Antonio, singer-songwriter, speaker and Lead Vocalist of the band Run With It . In this podcast, Miguel engages in meaningful conversations with artists and entrepreneurs, delving into the essence of living a great life and creating great things.

Our discussions revolve around the personal stories and inspirations of our guests, touching on practical aspects of both business and artistic creation. These conversations evolve into philosophical explorations, encompassing the art of life, music, and the pursuit of a better world.

to be a guest on the show email ⁠⁠booking@justthemiguel.com⁠⁠

To check out Miguel's band Run With It

⁠https://runwithitband.net⁠

(0:00 - 5:00) Introduction to the Live and Create podcast featuring Brett Berkwin, who shares his background and creative philosophies.

(5:00 - 10:00) Brett discusses balancing family and work, the benefits of multitasking, and the importance of a calm mind for creativity.

(10:00 - 15:00) Brett explains how late-night work helps his creativity and the balance between technical skills and intuition.

(15:00 - 20:00) Miguel and Brett talk about the challenges of mixing, accepting feedback, and the process of collaborative songwriting.

(20:00 - 25:00) Brett and Miguel discuss the joy of incorporating band members in the creative process and the importance of defining a clear idea.

(25:00 - 30:00) They reflect on deep lyrical discussions, the impact of personal experiences on creativity, and the importance of refining focus.

(30:00 - 35:00) Miguel and Brett talk about continuous exploration, memorable creative experiences, and the importance of action over overthinking.

(35:00 - 40:00) They emphasize the goal of moving people with music, the value of simplicity, and the balance between technique and heart.

(40:00 - 45:00) Brett shares his goal of capturing natural creativity in the studio and emphasizes consistency and loving the creative process.

(45:00 - 50:00) Brett praises the collaborative dynamic with Miguel and Paul, discusses the potential for growth, and the power of artist collaboration.

(50:00 - 59:28) Brett focuses on refining daily practices for long-term goals, shares his contact info, and Miguel thanks listeners for their support.

59 min