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How to get your song onto a soundtrack
Watch WITNESS UNDERGROUND on Apple TV, Amazon, Tubi TV & YouTube Movies... WitnessUnderground.com
🎵 Embark on a transformative musical journey with us as we sit down for an enlightening conversation with the visionary artist behind Blue Skys, Valentine Riedman. Valentine shares his remarkable odyssey, marked by the release of an impactful three-album set: Go Die, Your Old Bones, and I Am Tyrant. These albums intricately weave together his escape from a repressive faith group and his triumphant emergence into newfound liberation. Our conversation is soundtracked by all three albums and all of his b-sides and singles! 🎵
🔔 Stay Engaged 🔔
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🎶 Blue Skys Three Album Trilogy Unveiled 🎶
Go Die: Kicking off the trilogy, this album captures the essence of Valentine's awakening within the confines of his faith. It's a testament to the power of music as a means of expression, allowing him to navigate the restrictive environment he found himself in.
Your Old Bones: The second chapter of the trilogy, this album delves into Valentine's journey of self-discovery following his departure from the Jehovah's Witness cult. It's an exploration of rebirth and healing, beautifully reflected through his music.
I Am Tyrant: Concluding the trilogy with triumphant notes, this album celebrates Valentine's newfound freedom and empowerment. It showcases his artistic evolution and his embrace of individuality and identity.
💥 Defining Moment: 'Jealousy' and Witness Underground 💥
Valentine's narrative gained broader recognition when his early composition 'Jealousy' was featured in the documentary Witness Underground, by director and show host Scott Homan. This poignant film sheds light on Nuclear Gopher, a music community born within the confines of the Jehovah's Witness cult in Minneapolis. Scott, the driving force behind Witness Underground Podcast, delves into the stories of artists like Valentine, for whom art became a lifeline to liberation.
🎤 Friendship & The Road to Freedom 🎤
Unfolding a heartfelt connection, Scott Homan and Valentine were friends back in 2005, during the genesis of Valentine's musical journey. With Witness Underground entering its release phase, Scott engages artists whose lives were intertwined with the documentary's narrative. Valentine's music was a vital stepping stone on his path out of the faith group, where self-expression was stifled to maintain control.
🌟 A Journey Beyond Borders 🌟
However, Valentine's journey began even before his musical pursuits. Moving to Ecuador with his family as a teenager, he attended high school there and participated in missionary activities as a part of their faith. The religion's fervent drive in the 80s and 90s to spread its doomsday message took him to Latin America, where the impending apocalyptic genocide by Jesus was preached with a sense of urgency.
Discover how Valentine's life experiences in Ecuador and his immersion in the faith have woven a rich tapestry that culminated in his poignant trilogy. Go Die, Your Old Bones, and I Am Tyrant stand as a testament to his personal transformation.
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into Valentine's incredible journey, his connection with Scott Homan, and the triumphant tale of liberation through music. Remember to like, share, and subscribe as we continue to explore captivating interviews and stories of artistic metamorphosis. 🎶🎙️📽️
🔔 Stay Engaged 🔔
Follow Blueskys:
Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/3uMVVcb5ZsiZUoH08kNmrc?si=zm_1BnmPT5mIfMPvnP1UeA
Follow Failure To Thriving Podcast:
Instagram: @FailureToThriving @kidelle
instagram.com/failuretothriving
instagram.com/kidelle
#Blueskys #ValentineRiedman #MusicalOdyssey #WitnessUnderground #InterviewSeries #DocumentaryInsights #PersonalGrowth #EcuadorYears #LiberationThroughArt #FailureToThriving #igotout
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How to get your song onto a soundtrack
Watch WITNESS UNDERGROUND on Apple TV, Amazon, Tubi TV & YouTube Movies... WitnessUnderground.com
🎵 Embark on a transformative musical journey with us as we sit down for an enlightening conversation with the visionary artist behind Blue Skys, Valentine Riedman. Valentine shares his remarkable odyssey, marked by the release of an impactful three-album set: Go Die, Your Old Bones, and I Am Tyrant. These albums intricately weave together his escape from a repressive faith group and his triumphant emergence into newfound liberation. Our conversation is soundtracked by all three albums and all of his b-sides and singles! 🎵
🔔 Stay Engaged 🔔
Follow Blueskys:
Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/3uMVVcb5ZsiZUoH08kNmrc?si=zm_1BnmPT5mIfMPvnP1UeA
Follow Failure To Thriving Podcast:
Instagram: @FailureToThriving @kidelle
instagram.com/failuretothriving
instagram.com/kidelle
Twitter: @FailureToThriving @kidelle
twitter.com/failtothriving
twitter.com/kidelle
🎶 Blue Skys Three Album Trilogy Unveiled 🎶
Go Die: Kicking off the trilogy, this album captures the essence of Valentine's awakening within the confines of his faith. It's a testament to the power of music as a means of expression, allowing him to navigate the restrictive environment he found himself in.
Your Old Bones: The second chapter of the trilogy, this album delves into Valentine's journey of self-discovery following his departure from the Jehovah's Witness cult. It's an exploration of rebirth and healing, beautifully reflected through his music.
I Am Tyrant: Concluding the trilogy with triumphant notes, this album celebrates Valentine's newfound freedom and empowerment. It showcases his artistic evolution and his embrace of individuality and identity.
💥 Defining Moment: 'Jealousy' and Witness Underground 💥
Valentine's narrative gained broader recognition when his early composition 'Jealousy' was featured in the documentary Witness Underground, by director and show host Scott Homan. This poignant film sheds light on Nuclear Gopher, a music community born within the confines of the Jehovah's Witness cult in Minneapolis. Scott, the driving force behind Witness Underground Podcast, delves into the stories of artists like Valentine, for whom art became a lifeline to liberation.
🎤 Friendship & The Road to Freedom 🎤
Unfolding a heartfelt connection, Scott Homan and Valentine were friends back in 2005, during the genesis of Valentine's musical journey. With Witness Underground entering its release phase, Scott engages artists whose lives were intertwined with the documentary's narrative. Valentine's music was a vital stepping stone on his path out of the faith group, where self-expression was stifled to maintain control.
🌟 A Journey Beyond Borders 🌟
However, Valentine's journey began even before his musical pursuits. Moving to Ecuador with his family as a teenager, he attended high school there and participated in missionary activities as a part of their faith. The religion's fervent drive in the 80s and 90s to spread its doomsday message took him to Latin America, where the impending apocalyptic genocide by Jesus was preached with a sense of urgency.
Discover how Valentine's life experiences in Ecuador and his immersion in the faith have woven a rich tapestry that culminated in his poignant trilogy. Go Die, Your Old Bones, and I Am Tyrant stand as a testament to his personal transformation.
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into Valentine's incredible journey, his connection with Scott Homan, and the triumphant tale of liberation through music. Remember to like, share, and subscribe as we continue to explore captivating interviews and stories of artistic metamorphosis. 🎶🎙️📽️
🔔 Stay Engaged 🔔
Follow Blueskys:
Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/3uMVVcb5ZsiZUoH08kNmrc?si=zm_1BnmPT5mIfMPvnP1UeA
Follow Failure To Thriving Podcast:
Instagram: @FailureToThriving @kidelle
instagram.com/failuretothriving
instagram.com/kidelle
#Blueskys #ValentineRiedman #MusicalOdyssey #WitnessUnderground #InterviewSeries #DocumentaryInsights #PersonalGrowth #EcuadorYears #LiberationThroughArt #FailureToThriving #igotout
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Watch Next: "Cult members speak out Rock the Watchtower Cult Awareness Conference - WITNESS UNDERGROUND highlight"
youtube.com/watch?v=s2tYsA9nIXY
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