On this episode of The Vocal Lab Podcast, hosts Jason Catron and Shelby Rollins are joined by none other than Clark Beckham — artist, vocal powerhouse, and passionate teacher. In a candid and inspiring conversation, Clark opens up about the twists and turns of his musical journey, starting with his early days busking on Lower Broadway in Nashville, where he learned to command an audience one song at a time.
From there, Clark shares the highs and pressures of his time on American Idol, giving listeners an inside look at what it’s like to perform on one of the biggest stages in the world — and the lessons that experience taught him about himself, both as a singer and as a person.
But perhaps the most powerful part of the episode is Clark’s reflection on discovering his authentic artistry — letting go of external expectations, finding his voice, and learning to create music that’s honest, meaningful, and true to who he really is.
“I spent so much time trying to be what I thought people wanted. The real breakthrough came when I stopped performing and started
expressing. That’s when everything changed.” —
Clark Beckham