We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Zach Zurn a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Zach, thanks for joining us today. Can you talk to us about a project that’s meant a lot to you?

It’s hard to choose just one meaningful project. I’ve had records and artists I’ve worked with that give me hope in the power of songwriting. I’d say it’s such a unique and powerful experience when I get to work on songs that come from personal experience such as loss, trauma, etc. To see the songwriter express such raw emotion in such an appropriate setting as a song is beautiful. It helps themselves process and will positively impact those who have gone through, and will go through, similar experiences.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

I’ve had a passion for songwriting for as long as I can remember. I knew from a very young age that making music in some capacity was what I wanted to spend my time doing. Just felt natural and felt like I couldn’t escape that urge to create.

I write, produce, engineer, and mix records for artists of every genre. I also operate a studio called Carpet Booth Studios in Rochester, MN. I work out of that space, but we also have other engineers and interns on staff. This allows us to work with almost everyone – artists of every skill level, experience level, genre, and background.

I’m proud of my commitment and stubbornness to not settle into a career or lifestyle that I’m not completely passionate for. I’m proud to work with quality songwriters and people. I’m proud of the industry success my songs have had and honored to received accolades for those.

Any resources you can share with us that might be helpful to other creatives?

I’d say, in this current climate of the music industry, that most producers and songwriters have to learn to be entrepreneurial. Unfortunately even though it’s not the most creative part of the process, it’s a necessary evil. There are tons of productivity tools and apps that have saved my life.

How can we best help foster a strong, supportive environment for artists and creatives?

Everyone needs art whether they’ll admit it or not. You hear this all the time, but supporting local and supporting small are huge ways to help artists and creatives. It’s the most simple task that makes a massive difference – buy art from artists you respect and admire. The money will eventually make it around the economy in other ways, therefore supporting several industries.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.zzurn.com
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/zzurn
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/zachzurnmusic
• Other: www.carpetbooth.com @carpetbooth

Image Credits
Connor Peck