Joe August - Artistry & Music Therapy

New Episode of Music Is My Mantra is here, and it’s a soulful one. I’m sitting down in person with the incredibly talented Joe August—music therapist, multi-instrumentalist, and indie artist blending healing with artistry in powerful ways.

In this episode, we dive into Joe’s journey from growing up in a family of artists in Pasadena to launching his own private music therapy practice in L.A.—supporting clients of all ages, from kids on the spectrum to elders with Alzheimer’s. We also explore the delicate dance between music as a profession and a passion, and how he keeps his creativity alive through recording, collaboration, and embracing the joy of live performance.

Joe opens up about the power of legacy in music, how he blends therapy and artistry, and the story behind his new single Games of Love—plus an animated music video dropping July 24th 🎶

🎙️ Episode Highlights

🔹 Starting a music therapy practice from the ground up

🔹 Merging therapeutic work with indie artistry

🔹 Why recording = legacy

🔹 The heart behind Modern Sound of Quiet

🔹 His new Chicano band, Papagoti—and their first gig in Mexico 🇲🇽

💡 Takeaways

🎵 Music is for everyone—not just musicians

🧠 Rhythm regulates more than we realize

🎤 Vulnerability is the secret sauce of connection

💫 Artistry and healing can beautifully coexist

Website or Linktree: Augustmusictherapy.org