Brennan Wedl
Key Takeaways
- Brennan Wedl treats her desk as a writing altar, which helps her maintain discipline and approach songwriting like an academic pursuit.
- Establishing a consistent morning routine, including early walks and strict scheduling, is central to Wedl's creative output.
- Wedl uses tactile tools like Post-it notes to organize her lyrical ideas and structure her songs effectively.
- Chewing gum is used by Wedl as a specific psychological trigger to help her lock in and focus during intense writing sessions.
"I like to write at my desk," says Brennan Wedl. It makes me feel like a professor, so it's correlated with discipline in my brain. It's like a writing altar." This tracks with Wedl's penchant for adhering to a writing ritual and its attendant discipline. She's a big fan of Post-it notes, loves to get up early and feel the sun on a morning walk, and believes in the power of a schedule. But as you'll hear, when she really wants to "lock it in," she turns to the power of chewing gum.
Brennan Wedl self-titled debut album is out now on ANTI- records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Brennan Wedl?
Brennan Wedl is a singer-songwriter who discusses her lyric-writing process and self-titled debut album on the podcast.
What is Brennan Wedl's writing process?
Wedl relies on discipline, writing at her desk like a professor, adhering to morning routines, using Post-it notes, and even chewing gum to lock in her focus.
What album does Brennan Wedl discuss?
Brennan Wedl discusses her self-titled debut album, which is released on ANTI- records.
