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Why brands are focusing on analog culture... and why some get it right. And others get it very wrong.
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I see a lot of discourse (good and bad) about the temporary Spotify logo.
So let’s turn that disco ball into something way more fun - an actual disco playlist. 🪩🪩🪩
(Perfect for the holiday weekend.)
Enjoy!
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What brand marketing knows about Drake’s comeback that hip-hop doesn’t. 🧊
(A deep dive in the latest edition of Creative Exercise.)
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New Substack is live breaking down the creative genius of Tim Cook, or rather the genius of how he managed the creatives all around him.
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Before streaming, every single came with a B-side - the song the artist actually wanted to make. There's a lesson in that for every creative, in every field.
Let's dive in. ⤵️
The B-Side Mentality.
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JAŸ-Z once said “Nobody’s built like you - you design yourself.” And he was right.
So I thought it would be fun to dig a little deeper into that.
Introducing Lab Notes - a special edition of my Creative Exercise newsletter.
I have spent 20 years watching how creative people move - on stage, in DJ booths, in boardrooms.
Lab Notes is where I break that down in more detail.
Whether you’re a JAŸ-Z fan, a marketing aficionado or just part of the culture, I’d love for you to read it.
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A mini-deep-dive on why Jay isn’t just a businessman - but a business, man.
Lab Notes 001: JAŸ-Z's reinvention without apology. open.substack.com/pub/mickba…
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F*ck creatine. It’s creativity that can help you live longer. More below. ⬇️
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I wrote about why 90's culture is still so relevant... and how Dunkin' assembled a multiversal memory - the Avengers of comedy.
Would LOVE for you to check it out...
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Finally took the @substack plunge. ✍️
Excited to share my thoughts on all things creativity (and yes, that includes creators as well.)
First newsletter is live:
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Holidays parties require immaculate vibes. If you’re a brand or company trying to elevate yours, let’s chat. 🍾
More here:
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🎧 In this special Diggin’ episode, @iamMICK and his son Myles explore the records that shaped their lives Connecting generations through hip-hop, jazz, soul & crate-digging. From Kendrick to Miles Davis, it's fire records, family stories & timeless lessons.
Catch up on #DIGGIN👇
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Peter Bjorn And John – Living Thing (2009)
The last album of the decade!
PBJ returns with a tone that's even more distinct than SR—truly unexpected!
With a bold and experimental sound, they did a major turning point!
🤖💬there is a special version remixed by @iamMICK that year🤖
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