Navigating Creativity with Canadian Singer-Songwriter Patrick James Clark

Do you ever see those people online who look like they are just crushing it and you really want to find out how?

Patrick James Clark is a singer-songwriter who writes songs for both himself and other known Canadian Artists. He’s a newly published author of a Science Fiction Novel. He’s been releasing new music this year AND, along with playing gigs himself, he has been the opening act for many well known Canadian bands like The Reklaws, Chad Brownlee and James Barker Band.

So how did he get to where he is? What are some setbacks he faced? How does he find all of these opportunities? Join Bridget and Mary-Margaret in this episode as they sit down with The Shot Canada’s 2021 winner Patrick James Clark to talk about the reality of his life and what goes on behind the scenes of his strong social media presence. Trust us, just listening to this episode will allow to to flex your creative muscle.  

This episode covers: 

Having a strong career focus from a young age 

The importance of external support when pursuing your childhood dreams

Finding opportunities flex your creative muscle

Carving out your niche in the music Industry

Where to find creative inspiration 

What’s involved in writing songs for TV & movies?

What’s involved in writing and publishing a novel?

The importance of building your personal brand online

Making peace with the instability of freelancing 

Living an untraditional lifestyle as a creative

An inside look at how full-time Canadian musicians were affected by the pandemic

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Stream Patrick James Clark: SPOTIFY | APPLE MUSIC

Watch Patrick’s 'Meryl Moment' on The Shot Canada: https://youtu.be/LYYbWDGtsIg

Visit his website: www.patrickjamesclark.com

Connect with Patrick Online: FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM