Episode 370 – Shalaine Stebner on Family, Music, and Mental Health Awareness
- Episode 370 - Shalaine Stebner on Family, Music, and Mental Health Awareness 42:27
Show Notes:
Compassion and Understanding:
• Emphasis on compassion related to people’s behavior.
• Connection between outbursts and long-term personal issues.
• Potential societal improvements through increased compassion.
Men’s Mental Health:
• Discussion on the stigma surrounding men’s mental health.
• Need for acceptance of emotional expression among men.
• Reference to returning soldiers with PTSD.
• Shalaine’s song tackling societal expectations about men’s emotions.
Songwriting and Personal Expression:
• Shalaine’s song about her husband hypothetically committing suicide.
• Importance of authenticity in songwriting for musicians.
• Shalaine’s independent songwriting process.
• Balancing personal vulnerability with broader themes in her music.
Performance Dynamics:
• Unique dynamic created by performing with her father as her drummer.
• Emotional impact of on-stage performances, leading to personal moments.
• Shalaine’s father stepping back from active drumming.
Musical Background and Growth:
• Shalaine’s journey from musical theater, dance, and choral music to country music.
• Early performance experiences influencing her stage presence.
• Inheritance of her grandfather’s guitar sparking a renewed passion for music.
Musical Preferences and Influences:
• Shalaine’s strong roots in country music and lack of interest in genre shifting.
• Influences from Allison Krauss, Carolyn Dawn Johnson, and others.
• Comparison of music Streaming payouts, preference for Apple Music over Spotify.
Song Release and Genre Evolution:
• Upcoming release of “Dirt Road Race Remix 1.”
• Original recording of “Dirt Road Race” with revisions to remove jazz elements.
• Collaboration with Sound Foundation and advice from Michael Botte to achieve a modern country rock style.
Inter-generational Musical Connections:
• Nostalgia for Backstreet Boys and NSYNC.
• Exposure of Shalaine’s children to 90s music like “I Want It That Way.”
• Discussion on the nature of “guilty pleasure” songs from the past.
Community and Personal Connection:
• Shalaine’s participation with “the Amigos” group.
• Building confidence through community and family-oriented performances.
• Relationship management and emotional themes in songwriting, like “Ghost in This House.”
Online Presence and Merchandise:
• Shalaine’s presence on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
• Challenges and learning curve with TikTok for those over 30.
• Merchandise availability and personal production for fan interactions.
Financial Aspects of Music:
• Challenges associated with low streaming royalties.
• Discussion on making excessive Money and its impact on enjoyment.
Support and Recognition:
• Introduction of Shalaine by Kayden Gordon to the podcast.
• Participation and success at the International Singers Songwriters Association Awards.
Personal Influence and Legacy:
• Influence of Shalaine’s grandfather on her musical passion.
• Writing of “Silver and Gold” in tribute to her grandfather.
Closing Remarks:
• Appreciation for Shalaine’s guest appearance.
• Finishing the episode with the ethos: “when words fail, music speaks.”
