Dr. Sally Anne Gross On Music, Mental Health, and Navigating Industry Challenges

Creative Space with Jennifer Logue

In this insightful episode of Creative Space, Jennifer Logue sits down with Dr. Sally Anne Gross, a pioneering figure in the music industry who has spent over three decades as a practitioner, researcher, and academic. Dr. Gross, the co-author of Can Music Make You Sick?, shares her findings on the mental health challenges faced by musicians and how the pressures of the modern music industry impact their well-being.

In this conversation, Jennifer and Dr. Gross explore:

• The intense pressures artists face in today’s fast-paced digital world.
• The mental health struggles revealed in Dr. Gross’s groundbreaking research.
• Why musicians are now expected to wear many hats, from content creators to business managers.
• How the music industry can improve the working conditions and mental health of artists.
• Practical steps musicians can take to protect their well-being in a demanding field.

If you’re passionate about music, mental health, or creative industries, this episode offers a deep dive into the intersection of creativity, well-being, and the evolving challenges of being an artist today.

For more about Dr. Sally Anne Gross and her work, visit: https://www.sallyannegross.com/.

To learn more about Jennifer Logue, visit: https://jenniferlogue.com/.

SHOW NOTES:

0:00 — Introduction
1:04 — Dr. Sally Anne Gross’s Background in the Music Industry
3:15 — The Evolution of Music and Mental Health
6:10 — Mental Health Struggles Among Artists: A Groundbreaking Study
9:45 — The Role of Social Media in Increasing Pressure on Musicians
16:00 — Artists Wearing Too Many Hats: A Modern-Day Challenge
22:30 — Can Music Make You Sick? Key Findings and Takeaways
30:15 — Practical Steps for Musicians to Prioritize Mental Health
40:00 — What Record Labels and Managers Can Do to Support Artists
52:45 — Why Music’s Value is Hard to Measure
1:00:20 — Final Thoughts and Advice for Musicians Today

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1. Dr. Sally Anne Gross On Music, Mental Health, and Navigating Industry Challenges (00:00:00)

2. The Mental Health of Musicians (00:00:10)

3. The Complexity of Creativity and Time (00:09:40)

4. Music and Mental Health Effects (00:19:31)

5. Music for Mental Health (00:30:56)

6. The Challenges of Being a Musician (00:42:55)

7. Improving Mental Health in Music Industry (00:51:56)

8. Supporting Musicians' Mental Health & Careers (01:00:07)