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On this Steve Bell interview, Steve shares his journey from being a musician in clubs to becoming a successful solo artist. He discusses receiving the Order of Canada, the impact of his father's work as a prison chaplain & lessons learned from his experiences in the prison environment and how they shaped his perspective on forgiveness and empathy. He also talks about the pivotal moment when he decided to step out on his own and pursue a career as a solo artist. The importance of being open to the universe and listening to the whispers of God, moving into the “wisdom years,” and realizing every moment is sacred and enchanted. How he and his partner er built Signpost Music… the emotional experience that inspired the song 'Moon Over Birkenau' and the transformative power of spending time in nature. Steve reflects on the magic of flow in musical performances and shares some of his most memorable musical experiences… the importance of humility and gratitude, treating others with kindness and respect, and learning from difficult times. Unexpected turns in his life, the toughest decisions he's had to make, and the importance of setting boundaries in relationships. He shares the best advice he's ever received, which is to make peace with powerlessness, becoming more settled and less anxious, and loads more very cool and sincere wisdom
Steve is a Winnipeg-based singer-songwriter who’s released 22 LPs over a 34-year career, with independent sales exceeding 400K units. Add 4 concert videos, 5 songbooks, recorded masterclasses & more than 3,000 live shows, and you have a massive body of work. Steve’s mostly known as a faith-inspired singer-songwriter, who is also an exceptional finger-style guitarist. Steve’s won 2 JUNO awards, numerous Western Canadian Music and Covenant awards, and a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. In 2021 he was recognized with the Order of Manitoba, and in 2022 he was inducted into the Order of Canada, which is an prestigious service award given to people whose service helped shaped Canadian society, and whose compassion has united communities. Steve’s most recent LP is an instrumental, called No Words, which came out in 2023. Steve lives with his wife, Nanci, in Winnipeg Manitoba
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:56 Receiving the Order of Canada
06:09 Growing Up with a Prison Chaplain Father
09:01 Lessons Learned from the Prison Experience
13:55 Transitioning to a Solo Career
26:02 A Profound Experience and New Direction
28:21 Opening up to the Universe
29:01 Moving into the Wisdom Years
30:06 Listening to the Whisper
31:21 A Benevolent Universe
32:39 Trusting the Next Step
34:11 Taking Risks and Saying Yes
36:13 The Freedom to Make Mistakes
37:35 Seeking Counsel and Support
39:45 Challenges of Being a Solo Artist
45:19 Building Signpost Music
46:16 The Story Behind 'Moon Over Birkenau'
52:45 The Story Behind 'A Good Friend'
57:17 The Importance of Disconnecting and Being Present
58:09 The Healing and Restorative Power of Nature
59:05 Taking Time for Self-Care and Reflection
01:00:19 The Value of Retreats and Solitude
01:02:26 Creating Meaningful Experiences for Fans
01:05:06 The Magic of Flow in Musical Performances
01:07:37 Memorable Musical Experiences
01:11:50 Building a Loyal Fan Base
01:17:58 Discovering the Ease in Challenging Endeavors
01:19:51 The Power of Authenticity and Connection
01:21:25 The Importance of Humility and Gratitude
01:22:17 Treating Others with Kindness and Respect
01:23:33 Learning from Difficult Times
01:24:25 The Power of Being Genuine and Honoring Others
01:25:05 Overcoming Challenges and Staying Committed
01:26:17 The Value of Perseverance and Dedication
01:27:15 Appreciating the Present Moment
01:28:39 Favorite Guitars and Musical Preferences
01:33:47 Memorable and Challenging Gigs
01:35:40 Desert Island Discs
01:38:26 Unexpected Opportunities and Surprises
01:40:46 Lessons Learned from Aging
01:41:30 Personal Qualities and Self-Reflection
01:45:10 Cherished Childhood Memory
01:45:45 The Magic Words
01:46:07 Life's Unexpected Turns
01:47:26 Hobbies and Interests
01:49:35 Difficult Decisions and Boundaries
01:51:36 The Power of Surrender
01:56:26 Changes in Personality
02:04:23 Upcoming Projects
31 июл 2024
