

Dan Smith (Darko)
Apr 24, 2018
Dan Smith, the lead singer of the English punk band Darko, dives into his punk rock journey and musical influences from his upbringing in Australia. He shares stories about the challenges of balancing regular jobs with touring, and his exhilaration from high-energy performances like Punk Rock Holiday. The conversation touches on songwriting intricacies, particularly the social themes in their music, and provides a glimpse into their future touring goals in Japan and beyond. Plus, Dan offers insights on mindset and its importance in pursuing musical dreams.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 5min
On Tour and Musical Journeys
05:07 • 20min
Finding Harmony in Chaos
25:23 • 11min
Exploring Future Tour Destinations
36:45 • 1min
Songwriting and Social Commentary
38:12 • 13min
Journey Through Longing and Resilience
51:27 • 4min
Mastery and Destiny: The Power of Mindset
55:21 • 2min