From early rock & roll records to a lifetime of performing, recording, and composing—Early Times is the definition of a true musician’s journey.

In Episode 204 of The Savoir Faire Audio Experience, we sit down with the legendary guitarist and composer to talk about his path through music, his songwriting process, and his brand-new instrumental album “Border Crossings” dropping June 26, 2026.

This conversation dives deep into what it really takes to build a career in music—from playing paid gigs at just 14 years old to collaborating with world-class, Grammy-winning musicians.

🔥 Inside the episode:
• How Early got his start from classic rock & blues records
• The power of “micro goals” in building a music career
• His songwriting process and where ideas really come from
• The story behind Border Crossings and its unique recording process
• Working with legends like Steve Gadd and more

🎶 Border Crossings blends jazz, blues, Latin influences, and raw musical chemistry—recorded in a single session with elite musicians who came together to create something special.

If you love real musicianship, storytelling through sound, and the grind behind a lifelong career in music—this episode is a must.

🎧 Listen now to Episode 204: Interview with Early Times
Available wherever you get your podcasts.

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https://earlytimes.co

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🔥 Great music isn’t forced—it’s built over time, one note, one goal at a time.

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