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A Letter to the Burnt-Out Musician

Why I Still Haven't Quit Music (And Maybe You Shouldn't Either)

Brian Zhang

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Sometimes You Have to Stop the Music to Take Care of Your Health

I’ve learned that sometimes, walking away from your dream is the only way to survive

Brian Zhang

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You have to suffer to be a "Real Artist"

Or Is That Just What You’ve Been Told?

Brian Zhang

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Music Is the Most Addictive and Destructive Drug on the Planet

The same thing that makes you a musician is the thing that’s breaking you

Brian Zhang

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Is your love for music slipping away?

I never thought this would happen to me—but it did.

Brian Zhang

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To Every Musician Who Feels Like Giving Up: Read This

An open letter to every musician who feels like they’re falling behind

Brian Zhang

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2024 Broke Me. But It Also Gave Me This

Here's Why I'm Still Hopeful for 2025

Brian Zhang