#198 - Open Mike Eagle INTERVIEW

Today’s guest, Open Mike Eagle, is the most multi multi-hyphenate you will ever come across. The Chicago native, now LA-based rapper has compiled a legendary catalogue of uniquely idiosyncratic rap and has followed his passion to other mediums as well. TV, YouTube, Twitch streaming, and podcasting are all forms of expression Mike knows well.  His career has been deeply inspiring to myself and other creatives, showing what you can accomplish if you empower yourself to pursue your passions to the fullest extent. In this episode, you will learn about Mike’s take on making a living as a creator and the mission statement that has informed his artistic journey, authenticity in rap music, the ambitious idea inspiring his new album, Neighborhood Gods Unlimited, and much much more. All of these interesting thoughts will be shared by one of the art form’s most clear and insightful thinkers. So it goes without saying that this episode is a must-listen for any fan of Open Mike Eagle, and any fan of rap music, period. This was a true honour to be a part of, so stay tuned for one of the most fascinating conversations hosted on the RMPP to date. Intro (0:00). The Plug (0:46). The Interview (3:03). The mission perspective for Open Mike Eagle as an artist (3:42). The most challenging obstacles to making a living as a creator (10:01). The most ‘successful’ moments of Mike’s career (16:30). The emotional closeness of Mike’s music (19:50). Mike’s affinity for vulnerability in his art (23:44). How Mike found himself as an artist (27:22). The concept behind Neighborhood Gods Unlimited (32:00). The personal nature of NGU’s subject matter (36:33). The intersection of humour and discomfort in Mike’s music (40:38). The responsibility of contextualizing your own work as an indie artist (46:52). The songwriting and melodic focus on Neighborhood Gods Unlimited (50:48). The tranquil soundscape of Neighborhood Gods Unlimited (55:33). The influence of Mike’s work in Previous Industries on NGU (57:51). Upcoming creative projects / tour dates / merch (59:46). Future Cavanaugh music - RMPP patron q from Ajay (1:01:49). Open Mike Eagle’s legacy (1:02:32). Buy/stream Neighborhood Gods Unlimited here: https://openmikeeagle.bandcamp.com/album/neighborhood-gods-unlimited  Support all things Open Mike Eagle here: https://linktr.ee/openmikeeagle  Follow Open Mike Eagle on Twitter here: https://x.com/mike_eagle?lang=en  Follow Open Mike Eagle on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/open_mike_eagle/?hl=en  Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING -- Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot us an email at [email protected]  Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://www.rapmusicplugpod.com/