Life In The Stocks #158 Josh Katz (Badflower)
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Mar 31, 2020 
Josh Katz, the frontman of rock band Badflower, opens up about his musical journey and experiences. He shares how cinematic scores inspired his songwriting, revealing a desire to produce and score films. The candid discussion touches on mental health, with Josh reflecting on how writing 'Ghost' helped him confront his struggles. He speaks passionately about veganism and animal rights, and addresses the current state of rock music, advocating for fresh perspectives to engage younger listeners.
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Movie Scores Fueled Musical Ambition
- Josh Katz discovered music through movie scores and learned melodies by ear on piano as a child.
- That cinematic link still drives his ambition to write film music and craft narrative-driven songs.
Produce From Strength, Not To Rescue
- Only produce or collaborate when the songs are already strong; avoid reshaping an artist's core identity.
- Turn down projects if you feel you'll spoil the original artist's work.
Record Ideas Instantly
- Capture musical ideas immediately using your phone's voice notes and short lyric drafts.
- Preserve melodies on the spot so fleeting inspiration doesn't vanish.