Mattie Schell — Creativity, Growth & Life as a St. Louis Musician

On this episode of Meet Me in Music, host Neil Salsich sits down with St. Louis artist Mattie Schell for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about creativity, growth, and what it really means to live life as a working musician.Mattie shares her journey from small-town roots and family jam sessions to performing on stages alongside some of the most respected musicians in the industry. She opens up about finding her identity as an artist, building confidence over time, and learning how to stay grounded in a career that often demands constant productivity and comparison.The conversation dives into the realities of the modern music industry—from touring and recording to navigating streaming, expectations, and the pressure to “make it.” Mattie also reflects on her evolution as both a singer and songwriter, including her recent recording sessions in California and the story behind her song “No Stone.”They also explore the unique energy of the St. Louis music scene, the importance of storytelling through music, and how place and upbringing continue to shape her sound.More than just a conversation about music, this episode is about finding your rhythm, trusting your path, and redefining success as an artist.They discuss: - A day in the life of a working musician - Letting go of productivity guilt - Performing with confidence and staying present on stage - Early influences: family, bluegrass, and musical theater - Finding her path from college back to music - Growth as an artist over time - Recording in California with legendary musicians - The story behind “No Stone” - The realities of streaming and the modern music industry - What it means to be a St. Louis artist🎙 New episodes of Meet Me in Music every other Friday🔗 CONNECT WITH STL BUCKET LIST:Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/stlbucketlist/?utm_source=InstagramWebsite ▶ stlbucketlist.com🤝 WORK WITH STL BUCKET LISTInterested in partnering or sponsoring an episode?Email ▶ [email protected] ▶ https://www.bucketlistcreative.com/about-usThis episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors — Swade Dispensary, Brick City Yoga, and Kuva Coffee.