The Amity Affliction Drummer’s Advice

In this episode of Loyal To The Craft, we’re backstage at When We Were Young with Joe, drummer of The Amity Affliction, to talk about what it really takes to build a sustainable life in music, especially if you’re starting from a small town with “no opportunities.” Joe breaks down how he got thrown into touring early, how networking works when you’re coming up in a real scene, and why the unglamorous parts (sacrifice, skills, and showing up prepared) are the difference between a hobby and a career. What you’ll learn in this interview: - Why your location isn’t an excuse - and how to get to the city and get in the mix - The New England/East Coast blueprint: word of mouth, shows, and real networking - The mindset that levels you up: show up, learn the parts, take the opportunity - The sacrifice nobody posts about: missing events, grinding jobs, and choosing the road anyway - Why confidence is hard, but you’ve got nothing to lose by putting your music out - How to build a real DIY team (merch, money, content, management) - “Stacking skills” for the modern era: tracks, studio basics, communication, professionalism - What “Loyal to the Craft” really means: unwavering commitment - blinders on, keep going

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