Meet Eon Zero, Detroit's top engineer and artist, as he takes us through his incredible journey of resilience and creativity. From overcoming bullying and drug addiction to working with major Detroit artists, Eon shares how he turned adversity into success. He reveals the secrets of music engineering, shares shocking studio and tour stories, and opens up about the emotional impact of pursuing a music career. With insights into balancing relationships, personal experiences in songwriting, and navigating success, this episode is packed with inspiration. Discover the inspiration behind "Life is Good" and how relatable lyrics connect with fans, all while exploring Eon’s rise in the music industry and his passion for authenticity

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00:00:00 Meet Eon Zero: Detroit's Top Engineer and Artist

00:02:20 Navigating Career Shifts in Music and Film

00:04:20 Revealing the Secrets of Music Engineering

00:06:16 Journey to Music Production: Starting with Limited Knowledge

00:08:21 Mixing for Detroit's Major Artists

00:10:38 Rise of Mike and Collaborations in Music

00:12:55 The Importance of Experience in Music Engineering

00:14:55 Essential Tips for Aspiring Engineers

00:16:57 The Artist's Perspective: Overthinking Music

00:19:44 Challenges in Film School and Creative Constraints

00:21:45 Shocking Studio Stories from Detroit

00:23:53 Tour Stories and Gun Safety Concerns

00:25:07 Firearm Safety and Music Industry Challenges

00:27:57 Transition from Engineering to Production in Music

00:29:16 Collaborations with Top Artists

00:31:35 Living with Aquagenic Urticaria

00:33:46 Overcoming Bullying and Adversity

00:35:56 Overcoming Bullying and Mental Health Struggles

00:37:58 Overcoming Drug Addiction and Embracing Authenticity

00:40:08 Navigating Identity and Fitting In

00:42:07 The Inspiration Behind "Life is Good"

00:45:00 The Influence of Atmosphere on Music Creation

00:46:16 The Power of Relatable Music Lyrics

00:48:21 Balancing Personal Experiences in Songwriting

00:50:23 Challenges of Balancing Relationships and Music Careers

00:52:36 Going Viral on SoundCloud

00:54:27 Navigating Success and Social Proof as an Artist

00:56:37 The Emotional Impact of Pursuing a Music Career

00:58:34 Overcoming Embarrassment: A Battle Rap Journey

01:00:45 Building Genuine Connections with Fans

01:02:49 Building Connections Through Podcasting

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