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Ben Lee: chutzpah mystic
Jun 27, 2024
Ben Lee, a former teen rock prodigy turned musician and actor, dives into his journey through music and alternative spirituality. He discusses his unique family dynamics, early success in the music industry, contrasting receptions of ambition in music between America and Australia, and his exploration of spiritual seeking and self-realization, including experiences with Ayahuasca.
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- Ben Lee's music connects deeply with a niche audience, fostering unique emotional connections.
- His spiritual journey led to self-reflection and autonomy through alternative spirituality practices like ayahuasca.
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Ben Lee's Journey from Bondi to Sonic Youth
Ben Lee, growing up in Bondi, was always a seeker, exploring meaning and divinity from a young age. Starting his punk band, Noise Addict, at 14, led to signing with a cool label and touring America with Sonic Youth. His experience with music taught him gratitude despite the collapsing music industry model.
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