Taking his experience of many years to a whole new level, Jeff Pennachio tailors a multitude of inspiration within a rich soundscape of musical prowess, treating us to a first-hand view through a window into a truly creative mind.
With the same dynamics and dramatics as a soundtrack, this EP tells a story in sound, taking the listener on that very same musical journey of self-discovery that lead Jeff to this project, as he expands on a great many ideas with a unique and diverse flow that sets out his success as a composer, bringing him closer than ever before to the silver screen.

In a recent interview, I asked Jeff what drives him as a performer, he told me;

“Definitely the guitars. With guitar as my primary instrument, it made it super easy to compose these parts the quickest”.

So I went on to ask what inspired the title of the EP, he went on to tell me;

“The EP title Setting The Stage describes the image I heard from this music composed. I knew I wanted the cover of the EP long before I had thought of releasing it. I could almost see the image immediately”.

Clearly here, Jeff is a performer with a vast range of experience, so I went on to ask him what he has learnt about himself on his journey so far in the music Industry, he went on to add;

“Upon the release of this EP, I’m definitely curious as to how much feedback I receive. I know it won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but for those that it inspires, that is some of the most meaningful points in my music career. With positive feedback, I am definitely going to want to get started on the next set of material”.

I followed this up by asking what process he uses as a composer and how he would overcome any creative blocks, he told me;

“Inspiration can strike anywhere. Once I have an idea, I just take it and run with it. I then carefully craft ideas out of the idea or riff developed and will take as much time as needed for it to be sure it’s exactly what I want before I even begin the production process.

I tend not to force the writing or creative process. I firmly believe that if you want quality, it’s a craft that takes time to really solidify what you want. With creative blocks overall, I usually will take a couple of days break and then regroup some time later to develop new ideas. Usually, this works out quite well”.

With that said, I asked him if he would have the same persona on and off stage, laughing, went on to add;

“I think people will just have to decide for themselves. The stage is where everything really comes to life. I’m not even aware of how much fun I’m having until I’m up there. It’s a completely different thing”.

So I went on to ask what he enjoys most about either being in a band or as a solo composer, and if there was anything he wished he had known before starting his career in music, he went on to tell me;

“I love that this gives me a different creative outlet from Design The Void. I compose a lot for the band, and am extremely proud of all our work. But this EP definitely gives a new light on my other styles.

How I should have started a lot sooner. It’s a tough journey, but I believe with the right attitude and guidance between friends and networking, I think everyone definitely has a great shot”.