In this conversation, iancomplex* interviews Daylon Hicks, the curator and owner of arabbitshole music blog. They discuss Daylon's passion for music curation and his journey in building arabbitshole brand. They also talk about the importance of staying true to oneself, finding a balance between work and personal life, and the joy of discovering new music and connecting with artists. Daylon shares his approach to interviewing artists, focusing on getting to know them as individuals and understanding the emotions and persona that shape their music. In this conversation, Daylon Hicks and iancomplex* discuss the challenges and pressures faced by artists in the music industry. They explore the parallels between being an artist and being an athlete, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and staying true to oneself. They also touch on the impact of social media on the music landscape and the need for artists to focus on creating timeless work rather than chasing trends.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

02:00 The Creation of arabbitshole

03:13 Building a Community of Music Lovers

09:29 Balancing Passion and Work

13:19 Discovering New Artists

16:08 The Power of Human Connection

25:15 The Art of Interviewing

27:39 Digging Deeper with Music

35:21 The Challenges of the Digital Age

53:34 The Impact of Location