Episode #19 - Sebastian Rochford/Kit Downes: A Short Diary

This podcast episode dives into Seb Rochford's creative process and the influence of loss and jazz on his music. Rochford shares how music became a natural outlet for him to cope with the loss of his father, and how his father's harmonies influenced his musical style. He also discusses his unique approach to music creation, emphasizing the organic flow of melodies and the practice of writing them down without the influence of an instrument. The episode explores Rochford's album "A Short Diary," which serves as a musical memory of his family home and a way to find comfort in grief. Rochford's deep connection to jazz, instilled by his mother, is also discussed, along with the importance of personal and musical connections in his creative process. The episode concludes with Rochford's decision to release the album on ECM, citing the label's sensitivity and holistic approach to music production.