We were lucky to catch up with 19 Miles Per Hour recently and have shared our conversation below.
Hi 19 Miles Per Hour, really happy you were able to join us today and we’re looking forward to sharing your story and insights with our readers. Let’s start with the heart of it all – purpose. How did you find your purpose?
One of the main ways that we found purpose was in making music about our personal struggles with mental health and our own life experiences so that others experiencing similar things might be able to relate and feel a little less alone. There is no better feeling than knowing you are doing a little good in a world that so desperately needs it. Bringing people together through music and creating a safe space where everyone feels comfortable being themselves is how we find purpose.
Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
19 Miles Per Hour is a high energy pop / rock band originally from New Hampshire now based in Utah. The band was formed by brothers Michael and Danny Iacopucci. 19 Miles Per Hour prides itself on their desire to bring people together and create a safe space through their music while providing a high energy and exciting live performance. They’ll even make you laugh as comedians on Instagram and TikTok (@19miles_per_hour). They won Battle of the Bands at BYU in 2019, were voted “Favorite Overall Artist in Utah” in 2021 and have played at a variety of festivals. 19 Miles Per Hour recently returned from the UK after playing in London and playing at Knockderry Castle in Scotland.
The band is excited for the future and is currently working on new music, music videos, more shows, and more. You can follow them on Instagram, TikTok, Spotify, and all other platforms for updates.
There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?
The first quality that comes to our mind is the desire to do good. This desire has inspired us to keep going and keep working hard, not only for our own success but so we can impact the lives of others and spread positivity and love through our music as well.
Another quality that comes to our mind is learn how to build connections. This is important in allowing people to feel connected to our band and our music. Making a product your fans or consumers can connect with and being able to feel connected to them is an important a special thing in any industry. It’s also important to build connections and network efficiently. No matter what your career is, networking and putting yourself out there to build new connections is vital.
Another quality we think has been impactful in our journey is to believe in your own art. People are always going to try and tear you down, but if you truly believe in the power of your art you won’t let these things get you down.
Some advice we have is to continue working hard and being the best you can be. Build meaningful connections. Trust in God or the universe or whatever you believe in. Love everyone and spread love.
Who has been most helpful in helping you overcome challenges or build and develop the essential skills, qualities or knowledge you needed to be successful?
One thing we have been extremely fortunate to have is parents who believe in us and support our art. Our parents are the biggest supporters of our and are always giving us advice and pushing us to be the best we can be. They raised us to be the people we are today. Our dad was actually in a band in high school and is large part of why we got into music in the first place.
Our parents raised us to never give up, always work hard, love everyone, build and maintain healthy relationships, believe in ourselves and our art, and continue to persevere through it all. These are all essential skills and knowledge to have to help you be successful. We love you guys, and thank you for everything you have done for us.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.19milesperhour.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/19miles_per_hour?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/19milesperhour?mibextid=ZbWKwL
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/19MilesPerHour
- Other: TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@19miles_per_hour?ug_source=op.auth&ug_term=Linktr.ee&utm_source=awyc6vc625ejxp86&utm_campaign=tt4d_profile_link&_r=1
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6vrHmGkHY47yINVZ870DVb
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/19-miles-per-hour/1342344747
Image Credits
All images were taken by Syd White @seaseasyd on Instagram.
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