Speaking to today’s guest genuinely moved me. I was feeling burnt out and uninspired, running on fumes as I hopped on the mic and pressed record, set to speak with the LA-based, Koreatown Oddity.
But after hearing fascinating insight, as he guided me through the hallways of his mind with humour and remarkable perspective, spending 2+ hours with me, smiling through constant technical difficulties we were experiencing throughout… his foundational sense of faith, and positive energy was genuinely contagious.
I couldn’t help but feel pumped up, and grateful for getting to speak to such talented and interesting artists on this show, such as The Koreatown Oddity.
In this episode, we discussed his affinity for gritty lo-fi music, where his unshakeable sense of belief comes from, general life philosophies, the making of THAI TAPE and his latest record on Stones Throw, Purdy, and much, much more.
If you’re a fan of Koreatown Oddity’s wildly strange and unique art, or are simply curious to learn more, then this sprawling and genuinely deep conversation is an absolute MUST-listen.
DISCLAIMER: There were many technical difficulties when I spoke with KTO, and while it didn’t impede the conversation or quality of audio/video (other than 10-15 secs), my face sometimes looks strained or sceptical because of it. Apologies in advance!
Intro (0:00).
The Plug (1:23).
The Interview (3:36).
KTO’s affinity for gritty, lo-fi music (9:22).
The Koreatown influence on KTO’s artistic trajectory (19:57).
KTO’s unflinching sense of faith (29:05).
The Thai influence of THAI TAPE (38:57).
The deeply reflective messaging of Purdy (48:50).
How KTO’s mind state influenced the making of Purdy (56:13).
Advice on how to stay driven to pursue your craft, despite lack of recognition (1:12:54).
The dreamy, contemplative sound of Purdy (1:19:45).
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Edited by: Alyssa Rodriguez
Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING
Video animation by: Big Flowers
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