Music Therapy with Jessica Risker
Music Therapy is an existential podcast for musicians (and music fans!) Being a musician has never been easy, but in today’s over-saturated world, it feels more daunting than ever. With little money and murky paths to success, it’s no wonder musicians are struggling to find their place and value in the world. Musicians will find the Music Therapy podcast an indispensable and inspiring companion while navigating the ups and downs of creativity, the music industry, and mental health. Music fans will discover in-depth conversations with their favorite artists about their creative process and what it’s *really* like to be a musician these days. Featuring conversations with musicians, industry professionals, and licensed psychotherapists, the Music Therapy podcast is your pocket guide to navigating life as an artist while keeping a firm grip on your mental health. Charting all over the world, featured in Axios and NPR, the Music Therapy podcast is your #1 resource for creative and mental health support.
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Episodes
Monday Apr 20, 2020
Monday Apr 20, 2020
In this session of Music Therapy, I interview Miranda Winters about how her life and music have been impacted by quarantine. We talk about Melkbelly's new album, not being able to see her bandmates for practicing, postponing tour because of quarantine, how being a mom impacts her songwriting and touring, and more!
Check out Melkbelly here: https://melkbelly.bandcamp.com/
Listen to my music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1qyxydosK6a3Z52stGG32K
Visit my website: http://jessicarisker.com
Jessica Risker is a musician based in Chicago, IL and a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC).
Sunday Apr 19, 2020
Sunday Apr 19, 2020
In this episode of Music Therapy, I interview Karissa Talanian about how her life and music have been impacted by quarantine.
Check out Karissa's record label Eye Vybe Records here: https://eyevyberecords.com/
I also perform an original lullaby (#29).
Visit my website: http://jessicarisker.com
Listen to my music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1qyxydosK6a3Z52stGG32K
Jessica Risker is a musician based in Chicago, IL and a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC).
Saturday Apr 18, 2020
Saturday Apr 18, 2020
In this session of Music Therapy, I interview Vivian McConnell of V. V. Lightbody about how her life and music have been impacted by quarantine.
Listen to V. V. Lightbody: https://vvlightbody.bandcamp.com/
I also perform an original lullaby (#26).
Visit my website: http://jessicarisker.com
Listen to my music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1qyxydosK6a3Z52stGG32K
Jessica Risker is a musician based in Chicago, IL and a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC).
Friday Apr 17, 2020
Friday Apr 17, 2020
In this session of Music Therapy, Jessica interviews Chris Coleslaw of Tobacco City about how his life and music have been impacted by quarantine.
Saturday Apr 11, 2020
Saturday Apr 11, 2020
In this episode of Music Therapy, I interview Maria Jacobson of Fran about how she and her music career have been impacted by the global pandemic. We also talk about ways she stays creatively productive during this time.
Listen to Fran: http://firetalkrecs.com/fran
I also perform my song "Zero Summer Mind" from my album "I See You Among The Stars", released 2018 via Western Vinyl.
Visit my website: http://jessicarisker.com
Listen to my music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1qyxydosK6a3Z52stGG32K
Jessica Risker is a musician based in Chicago, IL and a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC).
Sunday Apr 05, 2020
Sunday Apr 05, 2020
In this session of Music Therapy, Jessica talks about the importance of creating a daily routine while quarantined in order to keep a rhythm to your days and facilitate mental health. Jessica gives tips for building your routine and important activities to incorporate in your daily routine.
Jessica also performs an original song "Cut My Hair", released on the album "I See You Among The Stars" via Western Vinyl.
Visit Jessica's website: http://jessicarisker.com
Listen to Jessica's music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1qyxydosK6a3Z52stGG32K
Jessica Risker is a musician based in Chicago, IL and a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC).