Episode 43: Being an Example of Change with JUNO
JUNO wears many hats in her music career, and in this episode of the podcast we dive into how she got her start in music, her experiences touring the world with amazing musicians, her album Help Is Not on the Way, and JUNO’s Guitar School.
We have a great discussion about the Black Lives Matter movement, how important it is for everyone to educate themselves, and how JUNO uses her voice and her guitar school to create positive opportunities, to bridge the gap with mentorships and community.
JUNO has some incredible stories to tell with an empowering message, so be sure to listen to this episode from start to finish.
And be sure to give her album Help Is Not on the Way a listen!
Quotes that Stood Out:
“I think a lot more women need to step up and own their music and learn the instrument, learn how to use logic and Pro Tools, learn how to edit yourself. You know what I'm saying? Because we don't need all the stuff we have. And I think that's what the quarantine has really taught us.”
“You know, but telling a story, to me is the most important part of my music, because I feel like everything else is just making noise. But when I'm telling a story, I feel like I'm leaving something behind that's valuable.”
“Playing for celebrities has been awesome. But it's not the most valuable thing I've done. And I always tell people that because it's important. Your goal if you can be whatever you want to be right in your community that will expand and grow.”
“It’s not about me, and that’s the point. If everyone can say that, “it’s not about me” it’s about the whole. And if we can all get on...how can we be on the same level? And to me, that’s what the Black Lives Matter music is about.”
“You can’t really change someone else. But you can be an example of what change looks like. And I think that's the most effective thing that we can do.”
Resources:
There’s No Traffic on the Extra Mile by Rickey Minor
How Martin Luther King Jr. Changed the World
Black Female Writers/Producers to check out:
Kim Burse https://www.instagram.com/kaybismee/
Micki Miller https://mickimillermusic.com
Bibi Bourellyhttps://www.instagram.com/bibibourelly/
Venzella Joy https://www.instagram.com/joythedrummer/
Victoria Monet https://www.instagram.com/victoriamonet/
Divinity Roxx https://www.instagram.com/diviroxx/
Where to find JUNO:
Instagram: @juno_theartist
Facebook: @junotheartistmusic
YouTube: JUNOtheArtist
To become a sponsor for JUNO’s Guitar Bootcamp:
Email: junosguitarbootcamp[at]gmail.com