With his third album, Beginner’s Mind, John Budnik Band brings a genre-fluid experience, blending rock, blues, soul, and more. The sound? As genuine as the artist himself. The album’s title track is a testament to its philosophy: embracing creativity with an open heart and mind.
Inspired by Philip Toshio Sudo’s Zen Guitar, Budnik approached this album with a beginner’s mindset. Forget "right" or "wrong" in music. The title track captures this with thoughtful lyrics and expansive arrangements, offering a refreshing, deeply human listening experience. By tossing conventional rules aside, Budnik crafts music that feels raw, honest, and impossible to replicate. It’s a unique approach that meets listeners with curiosity, proving beauty lies in the freedom to explore.
Recorded in his garage in Palmer, Alaska, Beginner’s Mind reflects the artist’s uninhibited exploration of sound. Guided by curiosity and enlightenment, the results are nothing short of fascinating.
