Covid, music, ocean, and uncertainty.
Hey bro!, apart from being away from gigs for such a long time, what was the real impact of this pandemic in your personal life and in your career?
Billsbry:I think seeing the overall impact it had on the music community / industry was pretty challenging in itself. The uncertainty of future income as an artist was also a thought that definitely crossed my mind for sure...Especially as an independent.
How did you overcome that?
Billsbry:Taking it day by day and focussing on the basics. Eating well, sleeping well, getting in the ocean...that kind of thing. Plus making music of course.I settled into a really solid rhythm which enabled me to have a lot more clarity and awareness of any ups and downs.My mindset shifted quite quickly from processing personal losses and cancelled gigs,to becoming extremely grateful for where I live (Sydney, Australia) and the privilege that comes with that.
Which things have you changed in your personal life by being at home, producing and composing music?
Billsbry:I think settling into that simplified rhythm definitely reduced / reset any pressure I may have subconsciously placed on myself as an artist pre covid.I still carry that new headspace with me now, even though things are getting back to somewhat busy normal here.That clarity also enabled me to find other ways of expression to fill the void of not being able to play live,which has always been a big energetic release for me, no matter how big or small the gig.
Is there any change in the way you see your own career now?
Billsbry:Not really, I always created music before I started making a living off of it so that's always going to be there.In terms of the future music industry and where I fit in that, it's just a matter of time until it bounces back to what it was...