69: Sarah Desmarais (Fucko) - It's Never too Late to Start a Band

Sarah Desmarais is the guitarist and vocalist for the Massachusetts-based band, Fucko. Sarah also works in marketing for America’s Test Kitchen - which is something I learned early in the conversation and it wound up steering the beginning of the episode. Sarah and i discuss what it’s like picking up an instrument (guitar) a little later than folks typically pick it up and start noodling around. Having also delayed my guitar learning til my 20s, I could relate to Sarah a good deal - especially around starting a band a tad later as well.Hope you enjoy this first episode back in over 6 weeks, but we will be back consistently every other week from here on out! Enjoy!MUSIC NOTE:- This week you got to hear tunes from the new Fucko album, “Social Climber,” which was released this month on Midnight Werewolf records. - Fucko presents a fuzzy/noisy indie pop sound that bridges the gaps between garage rock and pop - it’s a wonderful spin of the genre.- On this episode, you got to hear the tracks, “Used to Be” and “In That Doorway.” You can check out the album through Fucko’s Bandcamp page, and through all of the streaming platforms!THE CONNECTEDU NETWORK- This week, you got to learn about the ConnectEDU Network, of which this podcast is now a contributing member!- ConnectEDU Network connects the unique perspectives and expert insight of higher education through podcasting. If you’re affiliated with higher education – from professor to director of marketing – you’ll be able to find a podcast that fits your style. Our podcasts are produced and hosted by passionate and innovative members of the field, all fueled by the excitement of the future of higher education.- You should check out all of the Network’s content creators and podcasts right now if you’re looking for some new education-based pods!And you can now join our Facebook community by CLICKING HERE!THE ART OF SURVIVAL UPDATEWe've officially rebranded The Art of Survival and launched a revamping of our website - artissurvival.com! Check out the MANY resources we have available and please feel free to read our stories and share your own!We are also excited to announce a brand new Patreon account - so if you would like to support our work, please check out your options of how to do so! Even $5/month can go a long way!Check out the link here:https://www.patreon.com/artofsurvivalAnd if you haven't noticed, we're dedicating ourselves to the music scene moving forward - so if your band/venue would like to work with us, please reach out!FOLLOW, RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!- Any love on the iTunes app helps! CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE ITUNES STORE!- Don't forget, Android users - we are now on the Google Play Store!!- We're also FINALLY on Stitcher, so head over there if that's your preferred platform!- Follow along on Instagram and Twitter @eduPUNXpod!Thanks so much for tuning in - we will be back next week with another great chat!