heartdea13r w/ chr1stoph3r g0nda RAWLE: “How often you show up—that’s what determines the success you have.”
Aug 4, 2025
RAWLE dives into the crucial lesson that showing up consistently online is key to success for indie artists. He discusses the myth that fame leads to financial gain and emphasizes the importance of meaningful fan connections. The conversation touches on his journey of self-discovery through music and the spiritual work needed for personal growth. Additionally, RAWLE shares insights on building a supportive team and navigating the challenges of the music industry, all while teasing his upcoming EP and exciting creative projects.
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Canada's Creative Strength, Business Weakness
- Canada offers rich multicultural creativity but lacks music-business infrastructure to monetize artists locally.
- RAWLE left to find industry development, teams, and monetization opportunities abroad.
Representation Shapes Industry Outcomes
- Systemic industry barriers are less about individual racism and more about lack of representation on boards and funding decisions.
- RAWLE links structural representation to who raises issues and shapes support for creators.
Crash With Uber Taught Tough Lessons
- RAWLE worked as an Uber driver and suffered a bad collision that forced a legal battle with Uber's insurers.
- That experience taught him resilience and business lessons while balancing music with side income.