Dylan Farrell... Hellbent For Smashville

Dylan Farrell shares his journey from New Brunswick to Grande Cache to Edmonton to Nashville...The challenges and triumphs of pursuing a music career. He shares stories of his musical upbringing, the transition from drummer to guitarist, and the influence of blues and country music on his style. Dylan shares the realities of gigging in Nashville, the importance of networking, and the complexities of navigating work visas in the music industry. He also reflects on the impact of his father's musical influence and the soulful elements in his music, inspired by artists like #WillieNelson and #ChrisStapleton. His story of pursuing the dream and the importance of family being close by is compelling. It's all about belief. In yourself and the ones you love.

Dylan has been pursuing his dream of living in Nashville for years. Now he's there and ready to Smash it in Nashville. DylanFarrellMusic.com.

Chapters

(00:00)-Introduction to Dylan Farrell and Nashville Life

(02:44)-Transitioning to Family Life and Music Career

(05:17)-Growing Up in New Brunswick: Musical Roots

(07:56)-Early Musical Experiences and Learning

(10:14)-The Shift from Drums to Guitar

(13:02)-Influences and Inspirations in Music

(15:50)-The Role of Willie Nelson in Dylan's Journey

(18:19)-Exploring Blues and Country Music

(21:34)-The Impact of Modern Artists on Traditional Genres

(23:52)-Biographies and Their Influence on Musicians

(31:04)-Regrets and Missed Opportunities #BBKing

(32:25)-Influences and Inspirations

(33:45)-The Move to Edmonton

(34:53)-Transitioning to a Music Career

(37:22)-The Dylan Farrell Band

(39:49)-The Challenges of Being a Band Leader

(41:58)-The Necessity of Music

(43:13)-Life in Nashville

(45:19)-Family and Music Balance

(46:39)-Songwriting and Personal Experiences

(48:07)-Navigating Work Visas

(49:46)-The Gig Economy for Musicians

(51:16)-Comparing Music Scenes

(53:04)-Networking and Community in Nashville

(56:06)-The Importance of Personality in Music

(58:26)-Opportunities for Musicians

(01:00:51)-Session Work and Focus

(01:03:09)-Dreams of Touring

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