Percussionist/writer/producer Barrett Martin

This week John & Amy talk with Barrett Martin. Barrett is a percussionist, a writer, a composer & a producer. He has a masters degree in ethnomusicology, received a Latin Grammy for production & is producing a film celebrating the life of Cedell Davis. Barrett was an integral player in the 90's Seattle rock scene & continues to collaborate & operate in the rock n roll world. Barrett's newest book, Stillpoint, is accompanied by a studio record that serves as a soundtrack to a collection of short stories from his youth & world travels. John, Amy & Barrett not only discuss the process of making Stillpoint,  but the parallels of craniosacral practice & the Zen view on the concept of stillpoint. Barrett shares his experience & perspective on the Seattle grunge scene & why current “scenes” may be different, for better or worse. Amy & Barrett talk about the universal healing properties of music & John shares a few life changing moments in which Barrett was unknowingly present. We open the episode with a story about John & Amy’s son and his connection to past lives at a very young age. Next, they discuss their viewpoint of organized religion & how their respective religious upbringing, or lack thereof, influences their views on their personal spirituality now. Also, why a curiosity of spirituality &/both science is healthy, eye opening & can enlighten on a practical level.  This week’s featured music is by Barrett Martin. Theme music by Michael Lerner. Listen to more podcasts at Ruinous Media  As always, John & Amy remind us that We’re Not Alone. Join Dr. Amy’s community and get her libido boosting recipes and more midlife health tips at Craft & Clinic. Get on John’s Record Club List for all the best vinyl recommendations and community events.