Today on the pod we interview the iconic Estelle Allen, musical artist, producer and performer. We talk about her work, her creative process, her new album, Jamie using her music to ween off Adderall, and so much more!

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Estelle Allen

00:24 Estelle's Move to New York

02:29 Finding Community in New York

03:22 Music Scene: LA vs. New York

05:51 Impact of New York on Estelle's Music

11:12 The Story Behind 'DUI'

18:01 Challenges of Being a Female Musician

21:01 Creative Process and Inspirations

26:32 Visuals for 'DUI' Music Video

30:00 Financial Realities of Music Production

30:13 Discussing Low-Budget Music Video Production

31:29 Shoutout to Mitchell Harris

32:09 Creative Solutions for Low-Budget Filmmaking

33:15 Challenges of Shooting in New York

35:18 The Hypocrite Shoot Story

41:02 Improvisation in Filmmaking

43:39 Sleep Schedules and Productivity

49:58 Living with a Manager

57:42 ADHD and Creativity

01:01:17 Exploring Music as a Healthier Addiction

01:02:09 Transitioning into Hyperpop During Quarantine

01:02:48 The Influence of 100 Gecs and Brockhampton

01:03:42 Rediscovering the Joy in Music

01:04:47 Early Musical Influences and Joy

01:05:24 The Faustian Transaction of Learning Music

01:05:53 The Confidence Curve in Art

01:06:10 The Challenge of Enjoying Art as a Creator

01:08:42 Touring and the Struggle with Old Material

01:10:06 Reconnecting with Older Music

01:12:48 Nostalgia and Artistic Evolution

01:16:12 Writing About Mental Illness and Being a Woman

01:17:17 The Flood in New York and Detached Reality

01:18:52 The Recycled Culture and Lack of Originality

01:19:43 Nostalgia and the Expiration Date of Society

01:21:35 The Impact of 9/11 on Millennials

01:23:03 The Nostalgia for the Early 2000s

01:24:48 Using Modern Tools in Music Creation

01:26:34 The Artistic Choice of Autotune

01:31:50 The Magic of Plugins and Vocal Processing

01:40:25 The Ritual of Music Creation

01:43:56 The Pursuit of Mastery in Art and Gaming

01:45:02 Reflecting on FromSoft Games and Community

01:45:54 The Pursuit of Mastery in Sekiro

01:46:59 Video Games and Real-Life Skills

01:48:04 FromSoft Games as Musical Training

01:55:42 The Influence of Disney and Broadway on Music

01:58:00 Sondheim's Musical Genius

01:59:56 Musical Theater Ambitions and Personal Reflections

02:01:03 Tattoo Stories and Personal Anecdotes

02:06:58 Sibling Dynamics and Parental Expectations

02:12:38 Promoting New Music and Social Media Presence

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