Check Out Jeremy Sheppard’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jeremy Sheppard.

Jeremy, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I’m a YouTuber, I am on a mission to help music makers discover themselves through the right guitars and gear. I grew up in the Shenandoah Valley and fell in love with guitars in middle school. I worked at a vintage guitar store after high school while putting myself through school.

In the mid-2000, I began making youtube videos vlogging the guitar buying process in South Louisiana and it’s taken off. I now travel the world chasing down guitars and bringing my camera along to document the process.

The biggest shift to my life, like many people, was Covid. During that time I had to pivot my entire brand to include new guitars and reviews. I began to speak into the guitar retail space, utilizing my experience in guitar shops and my background in owning a small shop in Louisiana.

I want to see people flourish and I’ve seen people come to life with the right guitars in their laps.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall, and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It’s been really difficult. Like most, Covid really changed how I worked and created content but I think I rose to the challenge and flourished. Some of my best content came from the stress of 2020 and the limitations/opportunities that arose as a result of that pressure.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m a YouTuber. I create content for music makers that are trying to create music, community, and a lasting legacy.

I’m most proud of my content showing the intergenerational aspect of music and certain guitars. I’m known for being an outspoken advocate for music makers, particularly in the second-hand market.

What do you like and dislike about the city?
It feels like a small town. I regularly run into people that I knew in college or find mutual friends from across the country. There is so much opportunity in Nashville.

The hardest part for me and the biggest challenge for Nashville is to have a sense of belonging and identity. Since everyone is from somewhere else, we don’t share the same “coming of age” stories or experiences. Also, lots of people want to or need to leave who they were in their hometown in the past.

It can be challenging for people to be in Nashville because they want to “brand” themselves or present a new version of themselves that isn’t who they actually are. Being authentic is really difficult, especially if you’re running away from experiences instead of coming into yourself.

Contact Info:

• Website: jeremytheguitarhunter.com
• Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jeremytheguitarhunter
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremytheguitarhunter
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/jeremysheppard
• Other: https://imp.i114863.net/mgGeAO