Why I Still Play in Bands (Even if I'm Not a Rockstar)

by Nat Currier 15 min read
Personal GrowthMusicPsychology
Excerpt

In a world obsessed with optimization and professional achievement, there's something profoundly grounding about making music badly with friends. This is why I keep showing up to practice, even though I'll never be a rockstar.

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Nat Currier. "Why I Still Play in Bands (Even if I'm Not a Rockstar)." nat.io, 2025-09-02. https://nat.io/blog/why-i-still-play-in-bands-even-if-im-not-a-rockstar

The author reflects on valuing amateur music-making with friends as a grounding, non-productive creative act amid a culture obsessed with optimization, highlighting presence over technical skill or achievement.

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