The pressure of making a traditional hip hop album with the goal of becoming a successful rapper can be daunting and force artists to stray from their authentic selves.
On this episode of Decoder, Nilay talks with Yo La Tengo's Ira Kaplan about the famously unclassifiable band's career, the joy of finding new music, and why it's important to keep the idea of albums alive in the streaming era.
This podcast episode talks about the fear of failure in the creative process and how it can hold us back from sharing our talents with the world. It questions the idea of seeking validation from others and encourages creatives to take risks regardless of the outcome.
In this podcast, the musician discusses his connection with music and spirituality, and his fear going into the next decade. He shares the message of resilience, positivity, and never giving up, and encourages listeners to pursue their passions without fear.
In the music industry, it's easy to get caught up in the need to be relevant and make hits. However, it's important to ask yourself if you're doing what you love and singing from the heart.