#123 Player's Pick Podcast - Alex Coats / Doppelgänger

In this episode of the Player's Pick podcast, Alex and Chrys delve into various themes surrounding music, creativity, and personal growth. They discuss the significance of the Jazz 3 guitar pick, Alex's collaboration with Ludacris, daily routines that inspire creativity, and the importance of consistency and confidence in achieving personal goals. The conversation also touches on the value of relationships and communication in both personal and professional contexts, highlighting how these elements shape our experiences and perceptions. Chapters 02:29 Defining Doppelganger's Sound 05:20 Influences from Jazz and Modern Genres 07:41 The Impact of Music Education 10:23 Viral Success and Its Aftermath 13:07 Philosophical Reflections on Life and Music 22:46 Navigating Belief and Identity 25:12 The Challenge of Closed-Mindedness 26:11 Embracing Uncertainty and Complexity 28:07 The Art of Receiving Feedback 31:34 Songwriting Process and Collaboration 42:09 Gear Talk: Picks and Preferences 43:34 The Evolution of Guitar Picks 50:50 Collaboration with Ludacris 55:20 Finding Daily Inspiration 01:05:08 Advice to My Younger Self 01:07:22 Building Confidence and Consistency 01:09:55 The Importance of Social Skills 01:12:38 Relationships as Our Greatest Asset 01:15:11 The Impact of Time on Our Lives 01:17:04 Music and Community Connections 01:28:34 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations Alex Coats https://www.instagram.com/coats.alex/?hl=en Doppelgänger https://www.instagram.com/doppelgangerqc/?hl=en Chrys https://www.instagram.com/c333j_/?hl=en PPP https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Keywords Doppelganger, friendship, music evolution, jazz influence, viral success, songwriting process, gear talk, musical philosophy, instrumental metal, genre blending, Jazz 3, Ludacris, music inspiration, consistency, confidence, relationships, communication, guitar picks, daily routine, collaboration