Musical Odyssey: Greg Luttrell's Unconventional Journey from Detroit to Shanghai

No Wrong Choices

What does it take to thrive as a musician on a global stage? In this episode, we meet Greg Luttrell—a singer, guitarist, and harmonica player—whose career journey took him from Detroit's Motown influence to performing and teaching in China.

Greg shares how his roots in Detroit’s rich musical heritage and his time at UMass Lowell shaped his craft. He reflects on the mentors who inspired him, the hustle it took to go full-time as a musician, and the leap of faith that led him to Shanghai’s House of Blues and Jazz.

This conversation is packed with insights about resilience, adaptability, and finding joy in unexpected places. Whether you’re an aspiring artist or someone curious about life beyond borders, Greg’s story offers valuable lessons about embracing change and following your passion.

Highlights Include:

• Motown Meets Metal: How Detroit shaped Greg’s eclectic musical influences.
• Finding Opportunity Abroad: The surprising twists that led Greg to China.
• Life as a Global Musician: Navigating cultural differences and building connections through music.
• Mentorship Matters: Greg’s journey from being inspired to inspiring others as a teacher.

Tune in to hear Greg Luttrell’s inspiring story about perseverance, creativity, and making music a lifelong career.

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1. Musical Odyssey: Greg Luttrell's Unconventional Journey from Detroit to Shanghai (00:00:00)

2. Unconventional Musical Journey (00:00:03)

3. Musical Journey and College Shenanigans (00:10:29)

4. Musical Journey and Growth (00:19:51)

5. Transitioning to Full-Time Musician (00:28:27)

6. Musical Journey in Shanghai Blues Club (00:33:35)

7. International Musician's Journey in Shanghai (00:40:59)

8. Musical Persistence and Determination (00:53:03)

9. Embracing Unconventional Paths in Music (00:57:51)

10. No Wrong Choices (01:02:23)