Today we are going to talk about Schuz, the man who debut’s with his single “Jealous”. He hails from Boise, ID, Schuz, stage name cleverly echoes his surname, Schumacher. He was introduced to the piano during the early stages of his life and this played a major role in is life, shaping his artistic hearings.
“Jealous” is a profound journey of personal growth, tracing the his evolution from envy to enlightenment. Schuz’s creative process often begins with intricate drum beats or captivating synth loops, sparking inspiration for his introspective lyrics.
Finding inspiration in nature and everyday encounters, Schuz’s music resonates with authenticity, reflecting genuine experiences. His commitment to consistency is evident in his monthly releases and performances at local festivals.
As he continues to evolve, Schuz remains grounded in his passion for music and connection with his audience. His journey underscores the transformative power of music and the pursuit of artistic excellence.
To his fans, Schuz offers a message of authenticity and self-discovery, urging fellow artists to embrace their unique paths. With his unwavering dedication and distinctive sound, Schuz is poised to leave a lasting impression on the music scene.
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What is your stage name?
Schuz
Is there a story behind your stage name?
This is a play on my last name Schumacher and was called “Schu” in highschool.
Where do you find inspiration?
I find inspiration from listening to other people’s music, spending time in the outdoors and specific sounds that I hear throughout the day.
What was the role of music in the early years of your life?
I grew up playing piano from lessons that my Mom taught me early on in life. I fell out of music for awhile during my younger years than dove in head first and took music classes right after college. This helped my realign and get back into the scene.
Are you from a musical or artistic family?
I would say my family is musicially artistic.
Who inspired you to be a part of the music industry?
Friends who were in the scene managing artists. Going to local shows and being part of the scene was definitely a draw.
How did you learn to sing/write/to play?
This was through the lessons my mom taught me when I was younger for more of the playing aspect of piano. I ended up taking classes from PointBlank music school and also part of the ill.gates ProducerDojo
What was the first concert that you ever went to and who did you see perform?
The first EDM festival that I went to was Beyond Wonderland in Seattle. I saw LMFAO, David Guetta, and a few other artists that made me fall in love even more with music.
How could you describe your music?
My music takes listeners on a journey through space and time. Whether is slow wobbling bass, fast drum and bass beats, or trap-infused elements. I like to produce in mult-genre styles to keep my producer skills sharp and engage my fan base.
Describe your creative process.
My creative process generally starts with creating some drum beats as inspiration or finding a really cool synth loop that I can use as an idea. Usually, one of these techniques allows me focus on a hook and write a song.
What is your main inspiration?
My main inspiration in making music is that I am treating this as a business and want to be able to step away from the day to day job in the future. In my experience I’ve found that if I keep showing up everyday to do at least an hour towards my my music career I will get one step further.
What musician do you admire most and why?
ill.gates is probably one of the most saught after teachers and leaders in the industry. I look up to him becuase he is a genuine person and his program helped me get where I am today.
Did your style evolve since the beginning of your career?
Yes, I started out making house music under a different moniker and transitioned into more bass music because that is where my passion lies.
What are your interests outside of music?
Outside of music, I am a dog dad, husband, snowboarding, gym rat, and normal everyday person.
What is the biggest problem you have encountered in the journey of music?
The biggest problem I’ve encountered in the journey of music is staying consistent and not making excuses.
If you could change one thing in the music industry, what would it be?
Spotify and other streaming services providing more payments for the amount of streams.
Why did you choose this as the title of this project?
This song describes the feeling of jealousy and learning to move on to become a better version of yourself. I wanted this song to be an inspiration for those looking to move on from their past jealous desires.
What are your plans for the coming months?
Planning to release music every month this year and play at a few festivals in the Boise, ID area.
Do you have any artistic collaboration plans?
Yes, stay tuned!
What message would you like to give to your fans?
Make music because you enjoy sharing your art with the world. Everyone has their own journey and there isn’t one linear path to what “you” define as success. I am still on my journey and wouldn’t change a thing in the world with where I am at and where my goals are helping me get towards.
