In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila sits down with Gee, the founder of Angry Tooth Records and lead singer for Bond Breaker. They dive deep into the impact of real-world experiences on mental health, the role of art in social and political activism, and practical insights on navigating the business side of creative endeavors.

Topics discussed in this episode:

- Gee’s experience connecting with conservative communities in Texas [03:12]

- Using music as a non-judgmental space for social and political discourse [07:24]

- The journey from depression to forming a band [11:46]

- Balancing different roles and the concept of "hats" [16:15]

- The challenge of distinguishing personal persona from brand persona [19:30]

- The necessity of appropriate artist compensation [24:08]

- Critique of the government's approach to social issues [29:19]

- Practical advice for artists to sustain themselves financially [34:45]

- Upcoming tour dates and how to follow Bond Breaker on social media [40:02]

Episode Transcript: bicurean.com/bautranscripts3

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