
Andrew Bird has Inside Problems
Blamo!
Crossing the Consumption / Creation Chasm
The speaker narrates their transition from being a constant consumer of music to becoming a creator. They describe a point in their life, around 26 or 27, when they felt full from consuming music since childhood and decided to shift towards creating music themselves. This transition marked a significant shift in their mindset from seeking new discoveries to becoming the creator of their own sound. They express how their perspective changed from consuming and regurgitating music to digging deep within themselves and letting their experiences shape their creations. The speaker highlights how this evolution influenced their latest album titled Inside Problems, emphasizing the journey from consumption to creation in their musical endeavors.