Inside Story: The Making of 'Rest of My Life' by Jacob Khalil

New York based artist Jacob Khalil discusses his song, 'Rest of My Life', explaining that it was created with the intent of engaging audiences in a sing-along during live performances, much like The Beatles' 'Hey Jude'. He also shares insights into the song's development and production, which included collaboration with a Los Angeles-based producer, Jacob Sigmund. Jacob Khalil discusses the extensive touring plans he has coming up and his emphasis on building a contactable fan base through an ever changing social media climate.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:28 Discussing Previous Podcast and Live Performance

01:22 Introduction to 'Rest of My Life'

01:29 The Inspiration and Creation of 'Rest of My Life'

02:33 Engaging the Audience and the Power of Sing-along

05:07 The Magic of Timeless Songs

07:31 Live Performance of 'Rest of My Life'

11:46 Post-Performance Discussion and Reflection

13:21 The Production Process of 'Rest of My Life'

16:47 The Importance of Loving Your Work

18:28 The Value of Personal Connection and Email Lists

20:02 Closing Remarks and New York Vibes

20:29 New Year's Eve Experience in Times Square

21:19 The Energy of Crowds and Shared Experiences

21:42 New Year's Gigs

21:55 Songwriting Process and Inspiration

23:23 The Evolution of a Song's Hook

24:25 The Struggle of Choosing the Right Melody

28:06 The Importance of Authenticity in Songwriting

29:05 The Journey to Finding One's Unique Sound

33:26 The Quest for Authenticity in Music

33:34 Upcoming Performances and Projects

35:51 Closing Remarks and Goodbyes

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Episode ID: 1000647373727

GUID: Buzzsprout-14288342

Release Date: 28/02/2024, 15:30:00