If you're trying to carve out a unique sound but feel like you're swimming in a sea of sameness, you're not alone. So much of the gear and tools we rely on push us toward what's familiar rather than what's possible.
In this episode, I talk with Joel Korte, the founder of Chase Bliss, a Minnesota-based company known for designing some of the most innovative and creatively inspiring effects pedals in the world. Whether you're a guitarist, producer, or home studio explorer, Joel's work encourages you to break patterns, take creative risks, and truly experiment.
We also get into Joel’s personal story, how the loss of his brother Chase motivated him to stop playing it safe and take risks with his work, and how living with a stutter has shaped the way he communicates and leads. It’s a conversation about gear, yes, but also about creating things that feel honest and personal and trusting that there's value in that.
This one is for anyone looking to make bolder, more personal work and sound more like themselves in the process.
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