Ever notice how Mercury is doing its celestial little moonwalk through Leo right now? It’s like the universe is nudging artists to get bold and show their true colors—and Jason Schmidt is totally answering the cosmic call. From fumbling through wildly different sounds in his early days to finally locking in that signature vibe we all crave, Jason’s musical journey is as much about finding himself as it is about serenading us. And if you think performing on Broadway is high-pressure, wait until you hear how he thrives on the unpredictable magic of live concerts—unscripted, raw, and utterly electric. So, ready to dive into the evolution of a rising star who’s channeling a bit of that Leo flair into every note? Trust me, this story shines bright enough to be one of those “7 Stars.” LEARN MORE
What’s up next for your music?
I’m really excited! When I started releasing music, I was pretty young. Now, there’s more planning and preparation that goes into it. I think when you listen to my first EPs, the styles are pretty varied, and I didn’t exactly know what I wanted a ‘Jason Schmidt’ song to be. I’ve been writing for a long time, and I feel like we’ve really narrowed what I want my music to sound like and the story I want to tell. I’m very excited for people to hear that final sound. “7 Stars” is a taste of it, and I think the next stuff I’m doing really hits the pocket. So I’m very excited about that!
Finally, you recently headlined a show at Elsewhere in Brooklyn. What is the biggest difference between performing on a Broadway stage versus a concert stage?
Broadway is arguably easier, in some ways. It’s scripted. For the most part, I know exactly what I’m going to do. You can practice it, and you can really rehearse it.
With music, I never plan out what I’m gonna say about the songs, or where I’m gonna take breaks. When I see a concert, I think it’s less fun when I can tell they’ve planned everything out. You’re there to see the person, and I don’t care if they flub or stumble over their words. I want to hear the artists’ raw and unfiltered thoughts. I try to do that for myself, where I’m interacting with the crowd, and I’m essentially improvising.
When I get off stage from my own shows, I feel like I poured all my energy into this last hour and a half. I think that’s my goal with my music shows; I want to feel like I get off stage and have nothing left.
Thank you, Jason, for sharing great insight into the world of The Outsiders and songwriting! Keep up with Jason on Instagram and TikTok, and check out his new single, “7 Stars,” on all streaming services!
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