Some artists spend years convincing themselves they won’t make music — until they realize they can’t live without it. That’s Meg Elsier.
In this episode, Meg opens up about the vulnerable process of sharing bare-bones demos with producer Ryan McFadden, the magic of her Hello Kitty fuzz pedal (nope, not a joke), and why she spent years writing songs alone on her bedroom floor before she ever stepped onstage.
We talk about growing up biracial in a small New England town, wrestling with identity in an industry that rewards imitation, and how sometimes playing guitar “wrong” is exactly how you find what’s right.
From three-string guitars superglued back to life to sweaty, nerve-wracking showcases that reignited her passion, Meg’s story is a reminder that authenticity isn’t just about the sound — it’s about having the guts to show the world who you really are, even when your hands are shaking
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