Jesse (of JC and the Tree)
Member of indie folk duo JC and the Tree with a trade background in machining who built and maintains the duo's tour van and instruments while performing, crafting and handling technical aspects of their DIY music business.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 46min
The other Circular Economy - hitting the road & making a living: folk rock duo - JC and the Tree
Jesse, a machinist-turned-musician who builds the van and instruments, and Jacinta, the touring songwriter who runs bookkeeping and merch from the road. They talk van life and the daily grind of touring. They cover small shows and community over scale. They explain DIY craftsmanship, juggling admin, income streams, and mental health while living minimally and touring full-time.
