ep13 The Deep Dark Woods can feel it

Ryan Boldt of The Deep Dark Woods reflects on his twenty-year music career, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection in songs, his transition from traditional to a blend of blues, country, and storytelling, and the evolution of his sound. He discusses personal and professional challenges, including band lineup changes, geographic relocations, and finding a way to process the loss of his close friend and tour manager while also expecting the birth of his first child. Boldt shares his experiences of being influenced by both positive and negative comments, and the conversation explores the impact of public opinion on an artist's trajectory while celebrating the resilience needed to sustain a long-term music career.