#21 High Fade's Harry Valentino on Building a Band That Lasts: We Can Do Anything!

Some bands make you smile, give you energy, and make you feel alive. For me, that band is High Fade. 🎶 Playing as a power trio (drums, bass, guitar), they bring raw energy and chemistry to every performance. Guitarist Harry Valentino doesn’t just play; he’s part of the rhythm section with his dynamic, groove-driven style while also shredding incredible solos. 🎸 High Fade often takes to the streets for busking gigs, driven by their passion for music and love of connecting with new audiences. Watching their videos, you can feel the joy they radiate—it’s infectious! Their debut album, Life’s Too Fast, is out now, and it’s the ultimate feel-good soundtrack. When I sat down with Harry, he shared some incredible stories about the band and his personal journey. These conversations made me realize that while High Fade is all about fun, but there's so much more to this band. These guys are on a mission, and I can’t wait to see where the journey takes them! Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Harry Valentino 00:15 The Energy of High Fade’s Live Shows 01:11 The Connection Between Band and Audience 02:12 Festivals vs. Intimate Venues 03:04 The Joy of Club Performances 04:08 Learning From Guitar Teachers 05:19 The Influence of Spanish and Brazilian Music 06:26 Early Inspirations and Guitar Beginnings 08:01 From Heavy Metal to Jazz Fusion 09:14 Musical Influences From Family 10:30 The Versatility of the Guitar 11:47 Transition From Rugby to Guitar 13:23 Obsession With Guitar and Practice 14:40 Managing the Business Side of Music 16:08 Surviving as a Musician Through Dedication 18:22 Content Creation as a Necessity for Modern Musicians 19:52 Leaving It All on Stage 21:28 The Importance of Engaging With the Audience 22:26 Harry’s Role in High Fade and Band Dynamics 24:41 Creating Music Through Collaboration 26:33 The Power of Band Chemistry 27:30 High Fade’s Genre-Blending Style 29:22 Loss, Resilience, and Rediscovering Music 33:08 Early Busking Days and Lessons Learned 35:48 Building a Sustainable Music Career 41:06 The Evolution of High Fade’s Lineup 43:57 Committing Fully to the Band 46:01 Touring Challenges and Band Growth 48:03 Slow Growth for Long-Term Success 49:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans #HighFade #LifesTooFast #PowerTrio #FeelGoodMusic #FunkRock #EnergeticMusic #HarryValentino #GuitaristLife #StreetMusic #BuskingVibes #IndieMusic #MusicLovers #NewAlbum #SupportLiveMusic #FeelTheGroove #GuitarHeroes #guitarcommunity #musicpodcast #personalstory ‪@highfademusic‬