Lauri Ylönen: “If your passion is money, don't become a musician.”

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heartdea13r w/ chr1stoph3r g0nda

V13 Media Group

38 episodes

3 days ago

For 20+ years, Christopher Gonda has been building platforms that celebrate music, culture & storytelling. Through V13 Media Group, he aims to amplify unique voices, bridging the underground and the iconic. The heartdea13r Podcast is his way of gathering and sharing knowledge from some of the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the entertainment industry. It’s a space for conversations about artistry, mental health, entrepreneurship, and everything that fuels a life driven by creativity, passion, and balance—love & logic.

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Lauri Ylönen: “If your passion is money, don't become a musician.”

heartdea13r w/ chr1stoph3r g0nda

53 minutes 13 seconds

4 weeks ago

Lauri Ylönen: “If your passion is money, don't become a musician.”

heartdea13r Podcast // Episode 31 // Lauri Ylönen

Summary

In this engaging conversation, Lauri Ylönen, co-founder and frontman for the Finnish rock band The Rasmus, shares his journey back to Finland after years in the U.S., exploring the duality of his personality that fuels his creativity. He discusses the therapeutic nature of songwriting, the challenges of balancing family life with a music career, and the importance of staying true to oneself in the music industry. Lauri emphasizes the significance of experiences over material wealth and reflects on the beauty of nature in Finland as a source of inspiration. He offers valuable advice for aspiring artists, highlighting the need for authenticity and passion in their craft.

Takeaways

- Lauri finds balance between his dark and funny sides.

- Creativity often stems from exploring darker themes.

- Music serves as a therapeutic outlet for Lauri.

- He prefers to express his feelings through songwriting rather than therapy.

- Lauri's stubbornness has been crucial for his career success.

- Balancing family life with a music career is challenging but rewarding.

- He emphasizes the importance of being present for his children.

- Legacy is about creating memories, not just material wealth.

- Nature in Finland inspires Lauri's creativity and well-being.

- Physical fitness is essential for Lauri's performance and mental health.