Joan of Heart discusses how her pedalboard and fx pedals have influenced her music creation. The hosts explore the M-TET device's potential for creativity and community. They delve into dream birthday party performers, emotional connections to pedals, MIDI technology in music, and the art of sound manipulation.
Pedalboards can inspire new musical directions through evolving effects choices.
Revisiting old pedals can spark creativity and introduce fresh sonic possibilities.
Balancing aesthetics and functionality in pedalboard setup enhances the creative process.
Deep dives
Exploring the Bond with Pedals and Pedal Boards
The podcast delves into the emotional connection people develop with their pedals and pedal boards, treating them almost like companions. The hosts discuss the sentimentality and attachment that can form towards these objects, with decisions about selling, reuniting, or reorganizing gear resembling navigating personal relationships.
Rekindling the Ties with Red Panda Tensor and Mood
The episode highlights the experience of rediscovering and rekindling connections with specific pedals like the Red Panda Tensor and the original Mood pedal. The hosts share personal experiences of bringing back these pedals after a period of neglect, finding new inspiration, and exploring unique sounds and textures, showcasing how revisiting older gear can lead to fresh creative perspectives.
The Intersection of Aesthetics and Functionality in Pedal Board Setup
The conversation shifts towards the balance between aesthetic preferences and practical functionality in setting up pedal boards. The hosts discuss the meticulous organization of boards, the significance of visual appeal, and the ongoing process of adjusting and optimizing pedal layouts while maintaining a balance between sentimentality and usability.
Exploring Effects Pedals and MIDI Integration
The podcast episode delves into the journey of overcoming fear and exploring effects pedals. The speaker shares experiences of initially being intimidated by certain pedals but eventually overcoming this fear to master and understand their functions. Additionally, the episode discusses the introduction to MIDI integration, highlighting the process of learning and incorporating MIDI into the music creation process.
Evolution of Performance and Creative Process
The conversation shifts to the concept of workflow and pedal boards as tools for artistic expression. The discussion explores the balance between automated processes and physical interaction with pedals during performances. It emphasizes the importance of experimentation, learning from choices made in set preparations, and the significance of embracing creativity without limitations or fear of judgment. The episode underscores the value of continuous learning and growth in music creation.
Joan of Heart creates unique pedal-centric content on the YouTube channel The Pedal Playhouse and cohosts the Get Offset podcast. In this episode Jo talks about how her pedalboard and the revolving door fx on it has changed and informed the way she creates music over the years. Using live-action animation and voice-overwork in her video content, Jo brings a different vibe altogether to the gear demo arena. Keep up with Joan of Heart here:
