Ep. 73: Finding Balance: Steve Goold on Touring, Family, and Life

How do you keep your family and personal life grounded when your career pulls you all over the map?This week on Secrets From the Scene, I handed the mic to my co-host Max Greene for a conversation with someone I’ve looked up to for years—drummer and educator Steve Goold.You’ve probably heard Steve without even realizing it. He’s toured with artists like Sara Bareilles, Owl City, Ben Rector, and many more. But in this episode, we go deeper than the resume.Max and Steve dig into what it actually takes to build a sustainable life in music—one where your relationships, health, and values don’t fall by the wayside. Steve opens up about the reality of touring while raising a family, how his priorities have shifted over time, and why saying no is sometimes the most powerful move you can make.We also cover:The behind-the-scenes shifts that led to his work with Owl CityWhat he's learned from working with different kinds of artistsHow he handles social media and authenticityWhy adaptability—not hustle—is the key to longevityWhether you’re a gigging musician, a studio lifer, or just someone who loves music and wants a peek behind the curtain, there’s something here for you.Give it a listen—and stay to the end for one of Steve’s best pieces of advice yet.Episode Links and Mentions🌐 Sarah Bareilles🌐 Owl City🌐 Ben Rector🌐 Mat Kearney🌐 Cody Fry🌐 Cory Wong🌐 Drumeo🌐 Misty Boyce🌐 Jared FalkConnect with the Guest:🔗 https://stevegoold.com/🔗 https://www.instagram.com/stevegoold/Featured Song:"Solo Improvisations on Drumset" by Steve Goold👀 Watch on YouTubeGet new episodes by email: Join the Secrets From The Scene newsletter.Secrets From The Scene is made by Helvig Productions, a Twin Cities recording studio for artists and bands.