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Nick Rose on ‘The Coolest,’ Authenticity in Music, and Embracing Life’s Journey

podcast January 21, 2025

This episode with Nick Rose, a versatile Connecticut artist, discussing his new project “The Coolest!” his creative process, and his perspectives on life, music, and artistry. The conversation touches on collaborations, the repurposing of older material, and the importance of authenticity in music. Rose also shares his thoughts on personal growth, the complexities of identity, and his approach to just life. Highlights: Nick Rose’s Artistic Versatility: Rose discusses his ability to seamlessly transition between various music genres, emphasizing his commitment to learning and appreciating different musical styles rather than appropriating them. “The Coolest” EP: The discussion centers around Rose’s new EP, “The Coolest,” which comprises songs created over the past two years and showcases his evolution as an artist. The conversation highlights the collaboration with Anoyd on the track “Who’s That,” and the creative vision behind the music video with Katt Burgundy. Authenticity and Repurposing: Rose emphasizes the value of revisiting older material and finding new ways to present it to audiences, reflecting his personal growth and evolving artistic perspectives. He uses J. Cole’s career as an example. Life Philosophy: The conversation expands beyond music, exploring Rose’s views on life’s journey, the importance of authenticity. Defining “Nice”: We challenge conventional notions of “niceness,” arguing for a more direct and honest approach to relationships, even if it means occasionally causing discomfort. He prefers “kind” as a more accurate description of his approach.

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