18 min

How Writing in New Ways Changed My Music - Chris Evans The McCove Mindset Podcast

    • Music Interviews

Welcome to a riveting episode of the McCove Mindset Podcast. This episode features an engaging conversation with respected musician, Chris Evans, better known as Audiogust. We focus on his multifaceted journey in the music industry, starting from his beginnings in music creation to his current experience with the innovative social platform for musicians, Collaboration Social.
Chris shares intriguing stories about his early interest in music, inspired by his father, and how his passion developed into a music career. Discover his explorations from his first band as a teenager, through his transformative college years at the University of Michigan, to adapting to the dynamic technological evolutions within the industry. This episode highlights the powerful influence and creative possibilities brought about by digital audio workstations (DAWs) in music creation and recording.
Engage with Chris' insights on the importance and magic of collaboration in music. Learn about his much-appreciated project "Love and Pain," brought to life through Collaboration Social. Despite his capacity to single-handedly handle all aspects of song creation, Chris emphasizes the value of collaborative efforts in enriching one's creative vision.
Our conversation goes deep into the intricacies of project completion—displaying the beauty of the journey, taking the first step, finishing a work, and the invaluable lessons each finished project mentors for future creations. Hear Chris' profound advice for budding artists, emphasizing the need for consistent output, early and regular release of work, and the importance of music that speaks to himself.
To conclude, Chris applauds their peers for their relentless pursuit of fresh ideas and unyielding dedication to their craft. By comparing music-making to meditation and exercising.  Dive into this exciting episode for an illuminating gaze into Chris Evans' music journey.
“My future can be better than my present. And I have the power to make it social.” -Kevin McCove

Welcome to a riveting episode of the McCove Mindset Podcast. This episode features an engaging conversation with respected musician, Chris Evans, better known as Audiogust. We focus on his multifaceted journey in the music industry, starting from his beginnings in music creation to his current experience with the innovative social platform for musicians, Collaboration Social.
Chris shares intriguing stories about his early interest in music, inspired by his father, and how his passion developed into a music career. Discover his explorations from his first band as a teenager, through his transformative college years at the University of Michigan, to adapting to the dynamic technological evolutions within the industry. This episode highlights the powerful influence and creative possibilities brought about by digital audio workstations (DAWs) in music creation and recording.
Engage with Chris' insights on the importance and magic of collaboration in music. Learn about his much-appreciated project "Love and Pain," brought to life through Collaboration Social. Despite his capacity to single-handedly handle all aspects of song creation, Chris emphasizes the value of collaborative efforts in enriching one's creative vision.
Our conversation goes deep into the intricacies of project completion—displaying the beauty of the journey, taking the first step, finishing a work, and the invaluable lessons each finished project mentors for future creations. Hear Chris' profound advice for budding artists, emphasizing the need for consistent output, early and regular release of work, and the importance of music that speaks to himself.
To conclude, Chris applauds their peers for their relentless pursuit of fresh ideas and unyielding dedication to their craft. By comparing music-making to meditation and exercising.  Dive into this exciting episode for an illuminating gaze into Chris Evans' music journey.
“My future can be better than my present. And I have the power to make it social.” -Kevin McCove

18 min