In this episode, we sit down with Infekt, an EDM artist who turned his passion for music into a full-time career. From his creative beginnings to the rush of festival crowds, Infekt opens up about life behind the decks, the milestones that defined his journey, and the moment he left his day job to pursue music.
We dive into the realities of touring, staying healthy on the road, and the confidence it takes to battle imposter syndrome. Infekt also shares what it was like to collaborate with Marshmello, the story behind his name and brand, and his biggest advice for new artists: always enjoy the process. Packed with energy, inspiration, and raw reflections, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the mindset and music of Infekt.
00:00 Passion, Purpose & Creative Beginnings00:52 Festival Tales: Summer Sound & Crowd Energy
03:02 Back-to-Back DJing & Finding the Flow
05:50 Getting Into Music & The EDM Scene
08:03 Quitting the Day Job for Music
09:43 Milestones, Wins & Growing as an Artist
12:17 Adapting to Touring Life & Staying Healthy
13:18 Collaborating With Marshmello
14:18 Advice for New Artists & Importance of Enjoyment
15:53 Branding, Identity & The Name Story
17:18 Battling Imposter Syndrome & Staying Confident
19:12 Reflecting, Self-Help, and Appreciating the Journey
20:28 Final Thoughts & Thanks
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