Craig Thorn(CEE) on Music's Impact, Authenticity, and Persevering in the Industry

Wild Willie sits down with Craig Thorn, diving into his musical background and journey within hip hop. They discuss the transformative power of music, particularly during challenging times, and share personal stories of how music has played a pivotal role in their lives. Craig delves into his songwriting process while Willie considers the art of spoken word and its storytelling potential. The episode explores the craft of music-making, touching on technical aspects and the balance of creative roles. They discuss the impact of auto-tune, the evolution of music platforms, and the importance of authenticity. The conversation wraps up with insights on criticism, brand building, and music's lasting influence.

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Wild Willie

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Craig Thorn(Cee)

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Chapters

0:13	Introduction of the episode with guest Craig Thorn
0:38	Craig Thorn's background in music
1:13	Sponsor: PodMatch
2:07	Wild Willie's motivation for the podcast
2:45	Craig Thorn's musical influences and hip hop journey
5:06	The transformative impact of music on personal experiences
7:39	Wild Willie and Craig Thorn on music during tough times
10:29	Personal struggles and music's role
14:23	Craig Thorn's songwriting process
19:19	Wild Willie considers spoken word
22:12	The art of storytelling in spoken word
24:52	Innovation in spoken word performances
27:19	Behind-the-scenes: podcast technical difficulties
29:25	Crafting music: process and time investment
33:15	Discussing music sharing and copyright
34:26	Advice for aspiring musicians
39:48	Authenticity in creative work
44:22	Juggling multiple creative roles
46:40	Maintaining individuality in evolution
50:36	Rap's accessibility and the effect of auto-tune
51:17	Music's influence on branching into other ventures
53:02	Revisiting and evolving with past music projects
55:31	Navigating the music industry's connections and finances
58:02	Understanding the music business's practical costs
1:00:00	The evolution of music platforms and adaptability
1:03:08	Diversifying creative pursuits for brand building
1:06:48	Leveraging business for creative promotion
1:11:17	Encouraging artists to explore various mediums
1:14:31	Using criticism as a motivational tool
1:17:17	Wild Willie's unique wedding DJ experience
1:20:19	Cherishing true supporters
1:22:22	Music's enduring impact
1:23:29	Wild Willie's journey from adversity to DJing
1:24:17	Embracing learning

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