Dissect S3E1 – Frank Ocean: A Man of Art and Mystery
May 22, 2018
This podcast explores the life of Frank Ocean, from his upbringing in New Orleans to his move to Los Angeles after Hurricane Katrina. It analyzes his landmark mixtape Nostalgia, Ultra and discusses his artistic journey and defiance of record labels.
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The Four Year Wait for Blonde
- Frank Ocean's Blonde took four years to release, following the success of Channel Orange.
- The long wait involved cryptic posts, missed release dates, and a visual album, Endless.
From New Orleans to LA
- Frank Ocean moved to New Orleans at age five and was raised by his mother.
- Hurricane Katrina destroyed his recording studio, prompting his move to Los Angeles.
Early Career in LA
- Frank Ocean arrived in Los Angeles with $1,100 and worked various jobs.
- He initially focused on songwriting, writing for artists like Brandy and John Legend.