EPISODE 81 - CULT THERAPY

EPISODE 81 of Five At The Door features an in-depth conversation with Jason from Cult Therapy, a band that dives deep into the complexities of identity, grief, and personal transformation through music. Join us as Jason shares his unique journey from being a design engineer to stepping back into the music scene, revealing how his past experiences shaped the sound and themes of their new album, "Get Sinner."

In this episode, Jason opens up about his background, including the challenges of growing up in a religious cult and the impact it had on his creative expression. He reflects on the cathartic process of writing music that addresses his struggles with grief, particularly following the loss of his father, and how this loss influenced the emotional depth of their songs. Listeners will gain insight into how Jason's experiences in both the engineering and music worlds intersect, highlighting the transferable skills that come from managing a DIY band.

The conversation also touches on the importance of community in the music scene, as Jason discusses his involvement with local events like Pug Fest and how he found a supportive network after leaving the church environment. This episode is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the healing power of music.

Don't miss this episode as we explore the profound narrative behind Cult Therapy, where personal struggles are transformed into a compelling artistic expression.

Show notes penned by your favorite chronicler of the musical journey at Five At The Door.

(00:00) Jason from Cult says if you are in a band, put it in your resume

(04:35) This is your first go around with this band

(05:18) You started playing guitar when you were 15. So you started doing stuff in your late teens

(08:22) This record is big to me for so many reasons

(12:35) Um, they're. They're two new songs that have come out

(13:27) You write about your religious trauma on your new album

(16:21) Before cold therapy, what were you doing musically before that

(20:19) Religious marketing. Yes. Yes, very much. So the bigger the church got, the more that took over

(22:09) What are the key components of a, ah, praise band pedal board

(26:08) What was it like diving back into music that ended up making you go

(28:46) The song I'm Fine is about losing my dad, first of all

(31:00) Making this record was extremely cathartic, do you think

(34:08) So you started writing songs. When did you decide that I. A. wanted to become a band

(36:41) The music scene in Michigan is pretty awesome right now

(41:21) The songs resonate outside of the church world for people who didn't grow up

(42:59) Jason: What song would you like me to play from this record