We were lucky to catch up with SÅN recently and have shared our conversation below.
SÅN, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Let’s start with the story of your mission. What should we know?
As we get older, it’s very easy for us to lose our imagination or feeling of magic. Whether it’s work, relationships, kids or just getting too damn busy. It’s a shame because it’s one of the reasons that truly provides a purpose to existence. No one should have to sacrifice their imagination. The reason I started this project was with the intent of reinvigorating my own imagination and, hopefully, passing that sentiment to friends, colleagues and listeners.
SÅN, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
I grew up constantly going in and out of my dad’s music room, listening to him play and absorb the environment of the room. Since then, it had been at the forefront of my mind. When I was 10, my dad bought me my first acoustic guitar which I couldn’t put down. I needed to know everything about this instrument in my hands-fast. At 19, I started playing out and finding any open mic available. During that time, I had created my own band, started playing gigs out of state, and acting as a roadie or PA whenever needed and finally entered the production phase. When I work with people, I want to ensure that I’m creating a presence where their imagination feels secure, safe and honored. I want people to feel that same magic I felt in that music room.
Can you share a story from your journey that illustrates your resilience?
Every artist has a sob story and i am no different. When I was 18, I started making demos of some of the first songs I’d ever written. It was invigorating. I finally got a chance to sit down with my dad and let him hear what I had been working on for the very first time. It meant the world to me after showing him those songs. He smiled so wide and became giddy with excitement. It was a side of him I hadn’t seen for years. the very next day, my dad passed away from an accidental overdose. 12 years later and I’m still not the same person. I saw how fleeting life was, and knew that if someone who I thought to be invincible could leave in a flash, then I better not waste my time here. Since then, I’ve tried to abandon fear and “what-ifs?” and get after it.
What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?
Learning. I’m learning new things every day. Surrounding myself with more skilled producers, writers and engineers have helped me see production and writing through different lenses. I also gain knowledge from TV, movies, video games and different media to become a better writer and composer. It’s an infinite quest and it’s addicting. The more I learn and absorb, the greater I know I’ll become in the long run.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @xiamsanx
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@xiamsanx
Image Credits
Michael Lafko