Punk Music & Design w/ Frank Bach
Welcome back to Cloud Machine, a weekly music business video podcast hosted by Mat Landry and industry insiders. In this sixty-second episode, Frank Bach joins Mat to share his journey as an artist, designer, and creative innovator. From punk music and mindfulness to his work with Headspace and Instagram, Frank dives into balancing career and artistry, his roots in Sudbury, and navigating today’s music business.
Episode Highlights
MONK & Punk Music: Frank shares insights on his artist project MONK and his connection to punk music.
Design & Creativity: A deep dive into Frank's work with Headspace, Instagram, and Sunshine Shop.
Mindfulness & Artistry: How mindfulness has shaped Frank’s creative journey.
Sudbury's Influence: The role of Sudbury, Ontario, in his music and personal story.
Dreamfest Game: Frank builds his ideal festival lineup in this fun and imaginative segment.
Key Takeaways
Balancing Career & Art: Frank explores the intersection of professional design work and personal artistry.
Mindfulness in Creativity: The impact of mindful practices on productivity and inspiration.
Sudbury's Music Scene: Reflections on growing up in Northern Ontario and its influence on his art.
Navigating the Music Business: Strategies for thriving as a multifaceted creative in today’s industry.
Dreamfest Game: Frank's ultimate festival vision, showcasing his diverse tastes and influences.
Guest Spotlight
Frank Bach is a designer, musician, and mindfulness advocate whose work spans punk music, branding, and innovation. His artist project MONK reflects his passion for music and storytelling, while his professional ventures include collaborations with Headspace, Instagram, and Sunshine Shop.
Follow Frank on Instagram @zen.daddy and MONK @monk.losangeles.
About Cloud Machine
Produced by Eights Creative, Cloud Machine is your go-to podcast for music industry insights. Each episode blends education and entertainment to inspire and inform musicians, creators, and fans.