Arts Block Podcast

For all of the good times, Thank you, For all of the bad times, Thank you, To all of the listeners, Thank you, To all of the viewers, Thank you, To all of the artists, Thank you, To all of you... Thank you!

The 3% Rule was created by the late great Virgil Abloh. This rule applies to fashion, stating that by taking an already popular style and changing it by 3%, you've created your own different flavor with it. Now, this theory isn't 100% wrong, but you all have run with this for too long, and now the market is all messed up. There are people taking this same 3% logic and applying it to everyday life....

There are two sides to every coin. This mindset helps you widen your perspective so that you won't look at things in a one-sided way. In today's episode, we will look at both sides of you releasing that song, video, movie, podcast, etc. While it is good to just drop the content, it's also good to feel good about what you're releasing. While it's good to be cautious about what y...

I recently discovered that I am a hater by nature. It's instinctual for me. I love to hate. I love the game. However, hatred has never gone away, especially at the stage of my life now, where I feel like I'm growing out of one stage into another. So, walk with me as I discuss my journey of hate and my current growth. Hopefully, through my words, you will receive some clarity on yourself. I...

Some things I really can't fathom. I can't fathom that the orange man in the White House won... again. I can't fathom Ace and Chelly not being in the finale of Love Island. I also can't fathom that you all consume some of the art that you consume. After listening to what pristine art sounds like for the last couple of days, my view on what I listen to and watch is drastically diffe...

Man, some people don't understand the price to pay for success when it doesn't come authentically. Personally, I'm not willing to pay that price. Welcome to episode 137 of the Arts Block Podcast, where today we're going to talk about purity in art. This episode is for the real artists, the ones who create from a place of love and truth. All you other guys... good luck.  Links: https://www.instagra...

The wilderness season is tough. You feel like you're all alone and that there is no one supporting you. No one believes in you. You feel like the world is on your shoulders, and everything is crashing down, but nothing is working. Lucky for you, the Arts Block Podcast is here to help you navigate those emotions and feelings. What you're feeling is valid, but you're going about it all w...

There's a lot to be scared of in the world. Especially in the world we live in today. I decided to unpack some of my deepest fears regarding success and break them down in real time on the podcast. My explanation on how to conquer your fear may make sense, or it may not. But if the shoe fits... Links: https://www.instagram.com/ericcurryiii/ https://www.instagram.com/artsblockpodcast/ https://l...

I've had this idea for a long time. I just didn't know how to execute it until now. So I'm now introducing the very real (but also very fake) toll-free hotline (1)800 Art-Heals. Now, do not actually call that number. But feel free to DM me on IG @artsblockpodcast if you are having trouble with these symptoms... Procrastination Survivors Remorse Lack of dreaming Lack of production Creative Block Or...

Now, the title of this pod might throw you off, but it hurts me to say that this title should give you a subtle foreshadowing of the future. But forget about the future... what's happening today? Today, we discuss legendary music producer Timbaland and his new "AI" artist. Look at what the world has come to. After that, we're going to touch on what's been inspiring me this we...

One step at a time. That's the only way this thing is going to work. You cannot rush the process, you cannot rush greatness, you have to build this brick by brick. Think about the most beautiful piece of architecture that you've ever seen. Now think about how long it might've taken to build that. Do you believe that it took a day? A week? A Month? No. It probably took years of dedication and hard...

I'm tired of saying that I'm back (even though I am). So let's just act like I've been here the whole time. Even though my being gone shaped what this entire pod and future pods will look like, let's not address the elephant in the room. Anyway, the ABP is getting back to its roots, and that's sharpening artists to be the best creatives of their ability. To be able to do th...

Ok so boom. This is not an official episode (you might be able to tell by the title). BUT, this was originally made as a project fro school but it was too good not to upload so.... SURPRISE!!!! This episode is about the duality of Hip-Hop, the good, the bad, the ugly, and everything in between. Hope you guys have a good time because I know I did! Links: https://www.instagram.com/ericcurryiii/ http...

We need to stop living in the past and learn how to enjoy what we have right now. Think about it. How often do you live in nostalgia? How often do you not enjoy what you have today because you're so focused on the greatness of yesterday? Appreciating what happened in the past is amazing. We're going to talk about how Druski appreciates and shows homage to the past in his TV shows. But, don...

Do you have friends that will help you with your itchy eyes? I know this question might sound silly to some, but I believe we should be genuinely concerned about this. I think that it is important for you to have people who are in your corner no matter what. For example, when Freddie Gibbs was talking recklessly about J. Cole there was a whole fanbase there to protect and defend Cole's name. In a...

"Ain't nobody coming to see you, Otis." This is what someone should've told Birdman when he was yapping at the Hot Boyz concert. Anyway, this episode will be wayyyy different from what you're used to. I know many things happened this week. Cole dropped, Diddy got dropped (iykyk ) so I'm aware of everything going on. However, that's for the Wednesday pod. Today let&#39...

KENDRICK LAMAR!!!! Not only has he been breaking records. He has broken the ultimate record by becoming the first rapper to surpass 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Only nine artists have achieved this in history. Only 2 of them are black men. We need to celebrate this as a culture, am I right? What's a better way to do this than to celebrate during festival season? The Roots PicNic?...

You can't have your cake and eat it too. You can ask anyone that has tried. Jay-Z, Scarface, Ike & Tina. You cannot have your cake and eat it too. I wish someone told that to the Kennedy Center because boyyyyy they are about to be in some trouble. Speaking of trouble, Soulja Boy is in a lot of trouble after his comments about Marlon Wayans' transgender son. Lastly, we have to talk abou...

"The revolution bout to be televised, you picked the right time, but the WRONG GUY." A lot of people think that the NFL and Roc Nation had picked the wrong guy to do the halftime show. A lot of people are ranking this as one of the WORST halftime performances of all time. Well, let me tell you why this is actually one of the best of all time. This performance wasn't what we wanted it...

When life gives you lemons... sometimes you have to throw them back. Just like I'm going to throw Kanye back to where he was before he got back on Twitter. Whoever his PR team is, is working overtime... or maybe they're fired... who knows. Also, when life gives you lemons (depending on what you do with them), you don't leave out of the situation the same. There's something differen...

We have a lot to talk about, especially after the Grammys on Sunday night. Kendrick did his sweep in a Canadian Tux. Beyonce finally gets her album of the year, and Doechii shows us (once again) that she is the star of the future. But we do have to touch on some... other things. Like Kanye and his wife. If you don't know what I am referring to, don't worry; we'll talk about it. Also, w...

Happy my people built this country month! I wanted to start the month by saying, "Sue me, I'm rooting for everybody that's black." Now that we got that out of the way let's get down to business. Prayers and condolences to everyone who the recent plane crashes have impacted. Secondly, why is everyone so invested in my love life? First, my boss, then the lady at my front door,...

I'm not going to lie... I'm not talking about anything on this pod. This is just hot wind blowing, meaning I'm just talking mess. We're going to touch on a little bit of everything. We will talk about my vulnerability on the pod and why I am so vulnerable on here. I'm going to mention how I struggle with being optimistic. Also, I'm going to drop some gems here and there as well. I hope y'all enjoy...

Here's another creative way for me to say that I am talking about literally nothing on this pod today. EXCEPT. We are going to touch on the DJ Akademics drama just a little bit. Besides that, this is going to be a normal pod. We're going to talk about how I don't think being a "boring" artist is productive and how as a young artist, we shouldn't know peace (I know that so...

I'M BACK!!!!! This is time I feel different. This feels different. The Arts Block podcast is going to be different. I can't get into why I was gone because that takes the fun out of you listening to the episode, but I will say this. I NEED HELP. I've been doing this podcast alone for too long. So, if you think you can be of any assistance in... Editing Promotion Community Outreach Mark...