ep4 The Royal Foundry are ok

ep4 The Royal Foundry are OK
released February 13, 2025
1:36:46

In this episode of Almost Famous Enough, host Glen Erickson talks with Jared Salte of The Royal Foundry, a Canadian husband-and-wife modern rock duo. The conversation delves into the band's evolution from their folk-rock beginnings in 2013 to their current alt-rock success. The discussion touches on their resilience, having navigated an 18-month displacement from their home due to a fire, while also celebrating the birth of their first child and recording their latest album, 'Be Kind.' Jared shares insights on the band's DIY approach, the challenges and benefits of handling many aspects of their music career themselves, and the impact of their Christian upbringing on their musical journey. They also discuss the significant moments that shaped their trajectory, the risks taken in switching musical styles, and the importance of finding balance between personal artistry and commercial success. This episode provides a comprehensive view of the trials, triumphs, and ongoing growth of The Royal Foundry, offering valuable lessons for aspiring musicians.

Guest website: https://www.theroyalfoundry.com/
Guest Instagram: http://instagram.com/theroyalfoundry
Guest Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1DghtCC2GulQtIxJwj5Bog

hosts: Glen Erickson, Alexi Erickson
Almost Famous Enough website: https://www.almostfamousenough.com
AFE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostfamousenough
Almost Famous Enough Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1o1PRD2X0i3Otmpn8vi2zP?si=1ece497360564480

Almost Famous Enough is a series of conversations centered around the music industry, pulling back the veil on what it really means to “make it”. Our podcast features guests who know the grind, who have lived the dream, or at the very least, chased the dream. Through these conversational biographies, truth and vulnerability provide more than a topical roadmap or compile some career advice; they can appeal to the dreamer in us all, with stories that can teach us, inspire us, and even reconcile us, and make us feel like we made a new friend along the way.

00:00 Introduction to The Royal Foundry

00:57 Formation and Early Success

02:44 Personal Reflections and Milestones

07:25 DIY Approach and Industry Changes

10:24 Musical Evolution and Genre Shifts

22:36 Navigating the Christian Music Scene

41:00 Peak Performance Project Experience

52:46 Digital Marketing and Music Industry Insights

53:32 Songwriting Contests: A Revenue Stream

54:59 The Reality of Quick Fame

56:58 Balancing Career and Creativity

01:01:08 Changes in the Music Business

01:04:02 Exploring Musical Inspirations

01:15:43 Post-Fame with Alexi

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