Jeffery David- Glass Half-Full

Our guest this week is lifetime producer, Jeffery David. Jeff has worked in music for the entirety of his life, producing tracks independently, and also as a musical director for his church. He has collaborated with superstars like Zedd, and built his success from the ground up. Most recently, in addition to being a top-tier producer, he also manages the chart topping band Echosmith- who also happens to be his family. Jeff joins us to discuss his experience in the music industry and how a glass-half-full mentality can make all the difference, on this episode of The Big Break. Follow Jeffery on Instagram and Twitter Round Hill Music Echosmith Show Notes 1:14Where are you currently? 2:49The Digital World Tour 3:37How did you get started in music? 6:02What was the thing that made you want to pursue music more seriously? 9:45Going to college at Azusa Pacific University 10:45Shopping gigs for bands 12:52What was your plan when you were in school and learning music? 16:30Getting involved with the church as a music director and developing as a producer 26:37At any point during your work at the church did you feel like you wanted more? 27:52“It’s all about casting vision.” 31:45Starting to get producing work from church-goers 32:30Was there one big jump in your producing that took you to the next level? 35:43How did you make the transfer from working with Indie artists to more mainstream work? 36:45The kids get exposed to music 38:07Creating the song Ipod 41.26The birth of Echosmith 43:08So what do you consider your ‘Big Break’ to be? 47:19Hills and Valleys to success 49:00Finding out how to make money in the valleys 54:44A contact at Warner Records, and getting signed 59:40Cool Kids, and creating the hits 62:20“It’s our job to train people on how to see us.” 65:15The value of patience 66:37Any last thoughts? 67:00Lonely Generation For more information More episodes Know Your Worth