The success of independent artists like Clairo has caught the attention of major record labels who are surprised by the power of DIY music. However, the rising success of independent artists poses the question: should artists continue with their DIY approach or sign with a major label?
The moment of walking off stage and everyone cheering for one more song is the dream of any musician. By owning that moment and playing for people, a band can gain credibility in the music industry and be offered to tour with bigger bands.
The singer discusses the power of music in difficult times, particularly during the unrest in 2020, and how it was able to provide hope and bring people together.
The speaker has seen a video of Janet Jackson in concert and notes that her voice was low, possibly indicating a technical issue. They recommend using this experience to become a more avid concert attendee.
The host talks about his experience DJing for an hour on Sirius XM's Yacht Rock, calling it a highlight of his career, and mentions playing 13 songs including Christopher Cross's "Sailing."