"Who is Zac Taylor (of Van Bellman)?

Summary The BoatCast Boys welcome Zac Taylor to the pod. Zac is a talented musician known for his work with American Authors and his solo project, Van Bellman. Entertaining and insightful stories from his experiences on the Rock Boat, a music festival at sea, and his journey in the music industry were shared. The conversation started with Zac recounting a humorous incident with a fan on her cell phone during that AA Philly show last year. As the discussion delved into the Rock Boat experience, Zac reminisced about the diverse lineup of artists and the unique camaraderie among attendees. The genuine support and connection Zac feels from the Rock Boat community were highlighted, emphasizing the importance of real-life interactions in an industry often dominated by online metrics. Insights into his creative process for Van Bellman were also shared, detailing how inspiration is drawn from his blues roots and eclectic musical influences. The upcoming EP releases, "Feelers" and "Howlers," were discussed, and a future project based on the 24-hour shift of a bellman at a New York City hotel was teased. The conversation flowed seamlessly between anecdotes, music industry reflections, and personal insights, showcasing Zac's passion for music and genuine connection with his audience. The episode concluded with a heartfelt exchange of gratitude and anticipation for future musical endeavors. Overall, the episode provided a delightful blend of entertainment, music industry insights, and personal anecdotes, offering listeners a glimpse into the world of a talented musician navigating the highs and lows of the industry with humor and authenticity. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 01:21 Excitement for The Rock Boat 03:32 Relationship with American Authors 04:14 Genesis of the Relationship 06:06 Playing with American Authors 07:03 Managing Music and Being in Two Bands 09:37 Impressions of The Rock Boat 11:51 The Rock Boat Community 14:37 Creative Process for Van Bellman 19:55 Unique Sound of Van Bellman 20:26 Who's the Best Looking Zac? 20:48 Introduction and EP Release 21:36 Selection of Songs for the EP 22:35 Future EPs and Vinyl Release 23:51 Creating Songs and Demos 25:14 Concept for Future EPs 26:39 Thoughts on Organizing Bodies of Work 28:05 Rockboat Community and Touring 30:37 Advice for New Artists on the Rockboat 33:21 The Importance of Real Connections 34:22 Shoutout and Conclusion Stay Connected with Van Bellman: Website: https://www.vanbellman.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/zacvanbellman Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zactaylorlovesyou X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/ZacVanBellman Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3zaE808FcG3Apci2x4flIV Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/van-bellman/1392033156 Sound Cloud: http://soundcloud.com/van-bellman American Authors can be found at : WEBSITE - https://www.weareamericanauthors.com/ FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/americanauthors INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/americanauthors/ TWITTER - https://twitter.com/aauthorsmusic SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0MlOPi3zIDMVrfA9R04Fe3?nd=1&si=Sv0XwdshSlq2VXvj1uJWbg APPLE MUSIC - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/american-authors/557564979 ***Credit Andi K. Taylor. for Zac Taylor podcast cover photo*** The BoatCast would like to thank our sponsors, www.TheFITCollective.com for supporting us in promoting Rock Boat Artists. If you want to get the word out about these artists and are interested in sponsoring The Boatcast, please email Chris at: ChristopherRhoad@gmail.com.

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