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Sam's avatar

It's funny, Rick says the book has less 'actionable' stuff in there, and that's true. But I find his words ignite action in me constantly. I can't read too many of his words before feeling the urge to create something. They're like sparks.

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William Mauldin's avatar

Rick’s ‘Unexpected Conversations’, where he interviews the dead, are some of the most fascinating parts of his work. I recently wrote about them and how they push creative boundaries. If anyone’s interested, here’s my take: https://substack.com/home/post/p-160000726?source=queue . Would love to hear what others think!

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Michael Lough's avatar

Thanks Dan and Rick! Much love to you from Australia ❤️

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birdpaula's avatar

great book

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Lisa Cunningham DeLauney's avatar

It's fascinating and refreshing to hear Rick Rubin talk about the struggle to create. To admit he didn't know how to write his book, "The Creative Act". And to persevere with multiple failed experiments to finally produce something so valuable. Thanks for sharing the interview, Dan Stone.

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Jody Frost's avatar

WOOhoo! RR! on SS. Perfect! THE Creative Act. I've given as gift to numerous artist friends! He's the Dude, man! ~~~ 🤩

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Edwardalan's avatar

Kinda at last we have a new guru for the creative outsiders. So longed for in a world so crammed with people wanting to be insiders a voice. His interviews with paul McCarthy are among the great views. His book a bible insomuch that it speaks the truth when we all thought it was dead. Ok might be dead but there a new voice

What a pickup to see this in early morning Sydney light just off the plane from London.

Thanks again.

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Anna Brindley Goes Bizarto's avatar

Loved it.

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👽👽👽's avatar

🙏🙏🙏

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Ivan Talaichuk's avatar

Thanks for sharing, Dan🙌🏼

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M D's avatar

Beautiful!

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Gaurav Matai's avatar

so cool! Rick’s a certified legend. 🤘🏼

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MAntis Lew's avatar

This was a great interview!

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Davis IL's avatar

Yeah Dan, this is incredible!!

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Pierce Marengo's avatar

Hey thanks for sharing. Did you get the playlist of elevator music perchance?

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Dan Stone's avatar

Not yet! But how amazing that Rick's sole music recommendation was a 24-hour-long collection of elevator music.

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Pierce Marengo's avatar

I totally understand it. I would definitely be curious to hear. Thanks for the reply. I appreciate you

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Émile's avatar

'pretty decent run'

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