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JW Francis on Unconventional Touring, Spotify Playlists and How He’s More than His Pants

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title
JW Francis on Unconventional Touring, Spotify Playlists and How He’s More than His Pants
description
JW Francis joins the pod to discuss his new single, Orbit, the power of love (and writing hundreds of Valentines’ Day songs), and what the modern indie musician’s journey looks like. Check out JW’s music on his Spotify page and connect with him at IG
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date
2024-03-05
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  • jw-francis
listenUrl
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lovemusicmore/episodes/JW-Francis-on-Unconventional-Touring--Spotify-Playlists-and-How-Hes-More-than-His-Pants-e2gjlea
lmwUrl
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5MfBKOr4jw
appleUrl
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jw-francis-on-unconventional-touring-spotify-playlists/id1567355195?i=1000648049361&uo=4
spotifyUrl
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0mDLYC80gzysoiMIjNWxyN
youtubeUrl
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1xIzNFWdFM
topicsDiscussed
  • Touring
  • Songwriting
  • The music business
  • The internet
  • The pandemic
  • New York
  • Music production
  • Valentine's Day song challenge
  • Spotify playlists and the indie streaming grind
  • DIY shows and SXSW as an official artist
hostNote
**JW Francis** is a working indie songwriter who tours DIY shows to build a fanbase in person, and who keeps a standing bit going: write a stranger a personalized Valentine's Day song if they'll give him a name and a reason. That habit sits next to his new single "Orbit" as two versions of the same instinct, turning a small, specific ask into a finished song. We talk about how those DIY shows built real, intimate connections with fans, how he kept a creative routine going through the pandemic, and the pull between chasing commercial success and staying the artist people actually connect with. What keeps him at it, in his own words: "I love putting smiles on people's faces. That fulfills me the most."
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    JW on discovering his fanbase through DIY shows
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    JW discusses the importance of grassroots connections and the intimate experiences that come from playing DIY venues.
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    The journey of recording "Orbit"
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    JW shares the story behind his single "Orbit" and how personal experiences shaped the song's creation.
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    Valentine's Day song project explained
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    JW explains the concept of his Valentine's Day song project and the unique challenges it brings.
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    Decision-making in songwriting
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    A deep dive into the artistic decision-making process that defines JW's songwriting.
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    Creative routines during the pandemic
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    656
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    JW reflects on how he adapted his creative process while adapting to changes brought about by the pandemic.
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    Tour experiences and challenges
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    2672
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    He shares anecdotes and inspirations from touring, emphasizing the importance of live performances.
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    The beauty of connection through music
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    3603
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    A reflective moment where JW discusses how music serves as a bridge for emotional expression.
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    Balancing artist identity and market demands
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    1474
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    JW elaborates on navigating the pressures of commercial success while maintaining his artistic identity.
excerptQuotes
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    I want to start here and end up there. Let's play places in between.
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    I just feel like I'm not complete without music because I can't explain to you how I feel...
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    I get reminded constantly, it shows and through messages that people are listening and they love it.
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    3614
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    It's okay to collect fragments, and even if they're not all great, they're part of the process.
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    2054
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    This should be, I should be able to do this. It was really hard a lot.
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    I will write a song if you just tell me the name of the person and the reason that you love them.
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    2995
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  • text
    I love putting smiles on people’s faces. That fulfills me the most.
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    3618
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faq
  • question
    What is JW Francis known for?
    answer
    JW Francis is an indie musician known for his heartfelt lyrics and unique sound, often exploring themes of love and personal experiences in his music.
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    How did JW Francis start his music career?
    answer
    He began his music career by releasing his first EP in 2018. His exposure increased through digital platforms and live performances.
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    What is the Valentine's Day song project by JW Francis?
    answer
    The Valentine's Day song project is an initiative where JW writes personalized love songs for fans based on their submissions.
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