True story…
“I’m the guy who never knows what’s going on.”
I heard a musician guy say this to a group of his buddies at a coffee shop the other day. Everyone had a good laugh, and echoed something similar about themselves, desiring to be part of the club.
Why does everyone love that guy so much?
Because he poses no threat. He’s really kind of a goob, isn’t he? That guy will not rock the/your boat. He will not impose his strength, whether it’s for or against you. He’s taken himself off the hook. He rolls with the wind. Whatever is comfortable, he’s on board.
So he makes you feel safe.
But when I think of artist or leader, I don’t think of safe. I think of creativity, risk, vision, tension, release, purpose, declaration, the edge.
It’s fun to be the dopey guy for a second.
It’s fulfilling to strive to be an artist/leader for a lifetime.
I’m always interested in your perspective, whether affirming or dissenting. Continue the conversation anytime: gabethebassplayer@gmail.com