Twenty One Pilots: Josh Dun [OFFICIAL INTERVIEW]

TL;DR

Drummer of Twenty One Pilots talks about his journey in the band, his rebellious nature, and his involvement with a hair dye company.

Transcript

hi my name is Josh I play drums in a band called twenty one pilots and you're watching behind the brain hey everyone I'm Brian Elliott welcome to another edition behind the brand and I'm here with twenty one pilots amazing drummer touchdown Josh welcome thank you how you ask my guess had to get this job there's two of us in my band and I feel that ... Read More

Key Insights

• 🥺 Sometimes unexpected paths can lead to strong friendships and success.
• 😑 Music can be a form of self-expression for shy individuals.
• 🥰 The drummer emphasizes the importance of doing what you love and being passionate about it.
• 🫒 Building a loyal fan base requires putting on a memorable live performance.
• 👶 It is easier to start something new when it aligns with your interests and values.
• ⏮️ Although success can be great, it can also create pressure to continue surpassing previous achievements.
• 👶 The abundance of music available online can be overwhelming and challenging for new artists to stand out.

Questions & Answers

Q: How did the drummer get his job in the band?

The drummer jokes that he handed in his resume to Tyler Pryor multiple times until he finally accepted him as a band member. In reality, they met through mutual friends after high school.

Q: Did the drummer and Tyler Pryor grow up together?

No, they did not grow up together. They were aware of each other in Columbus, Ohio, where they are both from, and had a distant respect for each other musically.

Q: When did the drummer start playing music?

He started playing music in middle school, with the trumpet being his first instrument. He was part of his high school's band, which was like a marching band.

Q: How did the drummer handle his high school's strict uniform policy for his hair?

The drummer's principal told him he couldn't have long hair, but after high school, he ran into his principal while playing in a band and proudly proclaimed that he was doing the "rock and roll thing," as his principal previously told him to do.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The drummer talks about how he got his job in the band and his relationship with Tyler Pryor.

• He shares his experience growing up and how he got started with music, specifically playing the trumpet in his high school band.

• The drummer reflects on an encounter with his high school principal and how it influenced his rebellious nature.