We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Jonathan Englander. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Jonathan below.

Jonathan, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today What were some of the most unexpected problems you’ve faced in your career and how did you resolve those issues?

One issue I’ve run into repeatedly as an artist is motivation. This seems counterintuitive because obviously every artist wants to write and produce their music. Yet there come times when we “don’t feel like it” or things seem to get in the way, and we don’t always know why. For the past few years, I’ve struggled with this issue, and it came and went. I’d be in university, and I’d be much more focused on everything else around me: people, classes, etc. and I’d wonder why I wasn’t motivated to work on music. There were, and still are, times when I don’t have much going on, yet still can’t seem to find that motivation to sit down and produce on my laptop. I noticed one thing in common that many very successful artists do: use time. It seems stupid but the truth is, what got me through those times when my motivation was low, was remembering my purpose. What do I want to be? Where do I want to go? What is my goal? I discovered that through asking myself these questions I remembered the greater purpose of what I was doing. I remembered that certainty of who I wanted to be. And through that, I pushed myself, and still do, to work on music as consistently as I can. One of my idols, British DJ James Hype, released a YouTube video recently saying that he’d been trying to “make it as a DJ for almost 20 years,” and the only difference between him and everyone else is that he kept going. That’s what’s helped me keep creating.

Jonathan, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

Hi! My music artist name is Jonathan Englander. I’m a music artist from Los Angeles who’s always had a passion for music since the age of 12. I used to record melodies and write lyrics on my iPod Touch, and one day my parents thought it would be a good idea to help develop my skills. I’m lucky in saying that they have been very encouraging from the start, and they offered to pay for my first produced song when I was 13. After that, I worked on honing my skills and learned Ableton Live for production, and taught myself the basics of piano before attending the Frost School of Music at University of Miami. I work solo, as well as collaborate with other artists on EDM, with pop and orchestral elements. My background is mostly in the pop realm so most of my music showcases my melodic ability. If you listen to any of my songs, you’ll be intrigued by the catchy melodies and production!

In your view, what can society to do to best support artists, creatives and a thriving creative ecosystem?

The best way to support artists is to DISCOVER THEM! Whatever streaming platform you’re using, make sure you use song radios or playlists that include many different artists, no matter the genre. If you use Spotify, listen to the “Discover Weekly” playlist on your home page under “Music.” This is where new music from artists you follow will appear when they release it, as well as new artists you’ve never heard of that Spotify recommends for you. The biggest problem we have in the music industry is that there are so many artists and there is so much content being released every day, yet the artists who receive the greatest percentage of profits are the ones who have already made it. The music industry is part of the entertainment industry, meaning that fame is very important. So the best thing we can do for those artists who are not already famous is diversify our playlists and listen to their music.

Is there something you think non-creatives will struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can provide some insight – you never know who might benefit from the enlightenment.

I think everyone has creativity inside, they just need to unlock it. But for people who are not currently utilizing it, understanding the resilience necessary to persist in the music industry may be difficult. We have to really love what we do, no matter the circumstances; there is the stereotype of the “broke musician” for a reason. With that said, our passion often surpasses money, fame, and success. We do it because of our love for it, and despite the challenges and discouragement around us, it’s worth the reward of hearing our own music played back to us. For those who are not utilizing their creativity, I would encourage them to do so. I think it’s healthy for everyone to have a passion, even if it’s just a hobby they work on on the side. A project they really enjoy can bring positivity to their lives.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanenglander/?hl=en
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-lonstein-909867226
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jonathanenglander876