Lucas Aaron of Reseda on Life, Lessons & Legacy

Lucas Aaron shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Hi Lucas, thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: Who are you learning from right now?
Honestly, I’ve been making a point to stay open and learn from everyone around me. I’ve realized that the more receptive I am, the more opportunities there are to pick up something valuable from the world around me. That’s shown up in a few ways, from learning technical skills on the audio engineering side, to exploring more emotional aspects of songwriting and how to write from new perspectives.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Lucas Aaron. I’m a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and on my better days, a recording engineer. I love creating music that mixes human emotion with thoughtful production, and I’m always exploring new sounds and perspectives in my writing. Whether I’m playing guitar, bass, or working behind a mixing board board, my goal is to capture something honest and connect with people through it.

Okay, so here’s a deep one: What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
I used to believe that we were born with all of our talent. While someone might have an edge by being naturally drawn to a certain activity, it really takes time and hard work to hone those skills. That’s not to say someone can’t have a natural gift, but becoming the best you can be takes hours and hours of effort. The journey never really stops. I’m excited by the never-ending pursuit of being that best version of myself that I can be. There’s always another song to write, and figuring out the next piece of the puzzle is thrilling.

What fear has held you back the most in your life?
The fear that’s held me back the most has been worrying about what others think, especially when it comes to sharing art. There’s a bit of a paradox with art, its value comes from the act of creating, but once it’s out in the world, it is then judged or assigned value by others. Over time, I’ve shifted how I think about that. To me, being an artist, musician, or writer is defined by the need to create and the willingness to follow that impulse. For me, it’s about answering that urge to write a song and seeing where it leads. Letting go of worrying about others’ opinions during that process has been a huge game changer.

I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What are the biggest lies your industry tells itself?
The biggest lie my industry tells is that the audience knows what they wants. This could not be further from the truth. That’s not to say the audience isn’t intelligent, but there’s no way the audience truly knows what they want, or else they would never be surprised. Take cravings for example. We know when we want a certain snack or meal, but predicting a specific craving before it hits isn’t really possible. The same goes for music, the specific desire for a type of musician or artist is a narrative the business tries to sell. The beauty of new artists or songs breaking into mainstream culture is that they come out of left field. They’re exactly what the audience didn’t expect, and that’s what makes them exciting.

Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I experience that ever elusive “aha” moment during the process of writing a song. It can happen at any stage, from the very genesis of an idea to the final overdub during recording. There’s a deep sense of satisfaction when all the pieces finally fall into place and everything clicks. The melody, lyrics, and emotion align perfectly. In those moments, it feels like time slows down. The challenge, and the joy, is discovering what that “it” moment is each time.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucasaaronla/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lucasaaronla/
• Youtube: https://youtu.be/fvBBwVqv7MQ?si=ghpcEnJZr57efBuO
• Other: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6cXEhkcO8TVzshexuNTxXU?si=piZiQXL5SjG1I-OHkfxuqg

Image Credits
Nani Gross Photography
Joel Tyler Wall