Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso The Homecoming of Dev Hynes (Blood Orange)
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Aug 31, 2025 
Dev Hynes, the visionary musician behind Blood Orange, dives into his latest album, Essex Honey, and reflects on his journey from Essex, England, to the stage of Madison Square Garden with Harry Styles. He shares the profound influence of childhood piano lessons, the vibrant New York punk scene, and his inspiration drawn from the iconic Octavia Saint Laurent. Dev discusses the emotional power of music, a transformative night at the Apollo Theater, and his collaborative spirit that shapes his artistic evolution.
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Nervous But Grateful
- Dev Hynes describes needing water and being over-caffeinated before the interview.
- He admits being a big fan of the show and feeling honored to be there.
EP As An Intentional Ellipsis
- Dev views EPs as literal time capsules and released Four Songs as an ellipsis between records.
- He made the EP to have a small set of songs for upcoming shows rather than force a full album.
Essex As Musical Thread
- Dev says the thread of those songs is Essex, the place he grew up, and the EP artwork is Wanstead Flats.
- He describes hitting a childhood
