Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond Spellling
Aug 5, 2025
Joining the discussion is Spellling, also known as Chrystia Cabral, an Oakland-based experimental artist celebrated for her imaginative music. She delves into her artistic evolution, highlighting her latest album, 'Portrait of My Heart,' which blends avant-garde, pop, and rock with newfound mysticism. Spellling reflects on her transition from teacher to touring artist and shares the influence of personal experiences and creative collaboration on her sound. The conversation also touches on the emotional themes in her music, such as escapism and vulnerability.
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Second Adolescence Theme
- Portrait of My Heart explores a personal, vulnerable second adolescence full of restlessness and questioning.
- It contrasts with The Turning Wheel's cosmic themes by focusing on intimate, real-life experiences.
Music as a Connection Bridge
- Music serves as Spellling's essential tool for connection and self-expression.
- It helps bridge her struggles in communication and strengthens her relationships.
The Fluidity of Time
- Time perception is subjective and can feel like it stretches or contracts based on mental state.
- Different people experience 'time traveling' uniquely through their perspective and mindset.
