Check Out Jake Trust’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jake Trust

Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I started playing drums when I was 8 or 9, because my uncle bought me a drum kit for my birthday. I’d asked for a drumkit because I saw the Dropkick Murphys perform at Fenway Park and had a realization that music could unite people. I also wrote lots of poetry throughout middle and high school due to depression and anxiety on top of the drumming. Eventually, I started songwriting through that, albeit getting off to a rough start due to me being self-taught. I eventually found that its what I wanted to do, on top of my passions acting and stand-up comedy. I wanted to be an artist over anything else.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
One of my biggest struggles was finding my voice. My voice was often provocative, leading to lots of people telling me to quit. Standing out became an issue, as I was often shunned rather than discovered or loved.

I’m also always doubting myself, in part due to diagnosed OCD. Outside of generalized anxiety and struggling to complete tasks, it’s hard to make art when you have a voice in your head telling you that it sucks or that there’s no merit to what you’re doing.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m a musician, writer, comedian, actor, and I consider myself a professional idiot. I’m also a filmmaker.

My music is greatly inspired by the emo/pop punk scene. I like to play around with lots of different styles, especially coming from a self-taught background, I have the freedom to experiment and find my own unique voice.

For my poetry, its always combined a sense of sarcastic self-deprecation with a deep metaphorical sense of grandeur. I like to think it combines elements of the normal and universal.

As for my other writings like plays and films, I consider myself a surrealist. It can often seem nonsensical or metaphorical, and often leans into a sense of mysterious discomfort.

My stand-up is relatable and very self-deprecating, often filled with odd observations and unbelievable stories.

Any advice for finding a mentor or networking in general?
The number one thing, especially as someone with intense social anxiety, is to get yourself out there and meet people. You never know who you’ll meet. You should also always be yourself, almost unapologetically. You don’t want to be an unremarkable person, but also don’t be brash or rude. Some people may not like this approach, but the people who are drawn to it will truly appreciate it and want to work with you.

As for finding a mentor, don’t be afraid to say no to advice. It’s always good to accept advice, and you should always want to learn more, but be cautious of what you’re taking in. You want to absorb good ideas presented to you, but also know your own ideas and stand your ground on a few things.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ihatejaketrust
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JakeTrust
• Other: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3r3vZ0HMbZD3V4sNVWWtor?si=siF_RP_wRtm8Z0C_YK6gDQ