Jessica Risker

Music Therapy with Jessica Risker

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Being a musician has never been easy, but in today’s over-saturated world, it feels more daunting than ever. With little money and murky paths to success, it’s no wonder musicians are struggling to find their place and value in the world. Musicians will find the Music Therapy podcast an indispensable and inspiring companion while navigating the ups and downs of creativity, the music industry, and mental health. Music fans will discover in-depth conversations with their favorite artists about their creative process and what it’s *really* like to be a musician these days. Featuring conversation...

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Jessica Risker

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Episode 15: Interview with Miranda Winters of Melkbelly 21.04.2020 44:18

In this session of Music Therapy, I interview Miranda Winters about how her life and music have been impacted by quarantine. We talk about Melkbelly's new album, not being able to see her bandmates for practicing, postponing tour because of quarantine, how being a mom impacts her songwriting and touring, and more! Check out Melkbelly here: https://melkbelly.bandcamp.com/ Listen to my music on Spot...

Episode 14: Interview with Karissa Talanian of Eye Vybe Records 20.04.2020 38:56

In this episode of Music Therapy, I interview Karissa Talanian about how her life and music have been impacted by quarantine. Check out Karissa's record label Eye Vybe Records here: https://eyevyberecords.com/ I also perform an original lullaby (#29). Visit my website: http://jessicarisker.com Listen to my music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1qyxydosK6a3Z52stGG32K Jessica Risker is a...

Episode 13: Interview with Vivian McConnell of V. V. Lightbody 19.04.2020 51:23

In this session of Music Therapy, I interview Vivian McConnell of V. V. Lightbody about how her life and music have been impacted by quarantine. Listen to V. V. Lightbody: https://vvlightbody.bandcamp.com/ I also perform an original lullaby (#26). Visit my website: http://jessicarisker.com Listen to my music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1qyxydosK6a3Z52stGG32K Jessica Risker is a mus...

Episode 12: Interview with Chris Coleslaw of Tobacco City 18.04.2020 1:06:20

In this session of Music Therapy, Jessica interviews Chris Coleslaw of Tobacco City about how his life and music have been impacted by quarantine.

Episode 8: Interview with Maria Jacobson of Fran 12.04.2020 47:58

In this episode of Music Therapy, I interview Maria Jacobson of Fran about how she and her music career have been impacted by the global pandemic. We also talk about ways she stays creatively productive during this time. Listen to Fran: http://firetalkrecs.com/fran I also perform my song "Zero Summer Mind" from my album "I See You Among The Stars", released 2018 via Western Vinyl. Visit my website...

Episode 3: Creating A Quarantine Routine 06.04.2020 19:29

In this session of Music Therapy, Jessica talks about the importance of creating a daily routine while quarantined in order to keep a rhythm to your days and facilitate mental health. Jessica gives tips for building your routine and important activities to incorporate in your daily routine. Jessica also performs an original song "Cut My Hair", released on the album "I See You Among The Stars" via...