14. What It Takes to Make "Timeless" Music, with Rob Tait

There are some artists who just keep getting better, and Rob Tait is one of them. In this episode, we dive into the making of At the End of the World, his gorgeously raw solo album, and his collaborative journey with the soul-rock band Cordelia Blue. We swap stories about songwriting, being a drummer who sings, the Philly music grind, and what it really takes to build a sustainable career in music today. If you’ve ever wrestled with balancing honesty and ambition, or wondered how to create something timeless, this one’s for you.We Chat About:His deeply personal solo record At the End of the WorldThe unexpected chemistry behind Cordelia Blue’s double albumWhy “Weatherman” might be your new favorite 8-minute trackLetting the music breathe—and why restraint mattersBruce Springsteen, Beck, and what makes a song timelessThe brutal math behind full-time musicianshipThe best compliment he’s ever received as a songwriterWhy honesty beats perfection, every timeAbout Rob Tait:Whether he's serenading from behind the drums or the guitar, Rob Tait's folk-pop style can mend the ache of a broken heart or make you stomp and holler until the sole of your shoe falls off. Born and raised in the pine barrens of New Jersey, Rob Tait's music combines his Americana/folk/singer-songwriter vocal style with his deep rooted love and education of rhythm and the drums.Connect with Rob:All Streaming Platforms: ffm.bio/robtaitmusicYouTube: https://youtube.com/@robtaitmusic?si=BpNGAYWtHGxGWhQXInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/robtaitmusic?igsh=Mnd4Zm9qam5vY2l6&utm_source=qrOther Resources:Follow the OFFICIAL “loves music” playlist on Apple Music: ​​https://music.apple.com/library/playlist/p.4Y0J406i03DQrX“loves music” playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0qE3kq89oyg3tFNbmRfHEO?si=vopaKQnNS8OHn0r2fFTVBgCheck out the “loves music” podcast website: https://www.podpage.com/loves-music/Julian on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/julian.jones.9484Julian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julianjones417/Julian on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@julianjones417Check out Julian’s book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B6QYX6RLMusic Mentioned in this Episode:Songs:“Weatherman” – Cordelia Blue“Clementine” – Cordelia Blue“Day That I Die” – Cordelia Blue“Bright” – Cordelia Blue“Stop” – Cordelia Blue“Breathe” – Cordelia Blue“Spacefire” – Rob Tait“Turn Out the Light” – Rob Tait“Wishing Well” – Rob Tait“Matilda” – Rob Tait“Daddy Doesn’t Pray Anymore” – Chris Stapleton“Rosalita” – Bruce Springsteen“Swimming Pools (Drank)” – Kendrick Lamar“Loser” – Beck“Rack City” – TygaAlbums:At the End of the World – Rob TaitMorning Phase – BeckMellow Gold – BeckOdelay – BeckThe Information – Beck (with Danger Mouse)Precious Soundtrack Artists & Bands:Rob TaitCordelia BlueJohn BickelLuke FerriconeHam Bone RelayPaul SimonJames TaylorCeline DionBruce SpringsteenAlan StoneGavin DeGrawLittle FeatTedeschi Trucks BandThe BeatlesKatie PruittChris StapletonKendrick LamarBeckKaty PerryTaylor SwiftEarth, Wind & FireTygaSZA