A Chat with Cereus Bright: Spiritual Journey Takes Artist to Mexico
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Cereus Bright's Journey: Realignment and Revelations in Mexico City
In this episode of Curious Goldfish, host Jason English dives deep into the life and recent transformations of musician Tyler Anthony, also known as Cereus Bright. Tyler shares his journey from Knoxville, Tennessee to the bustling Mexico City, where he is involved with the creative community space, Casa de Copas. Touching upon themes of artistic integrity, personal discovery, and the challenges of the music industry, Tyler discusses his struggles with faith, the disillusionment with rigid binaries, and the quest for meaning in a complex world. The conversation elaborates on the nuances of his new album 'Anything,' highlighting songs like 'Boys' and 'Don't You Fake It Too,' which explore existential inquiries and storytelling intricacies. The session concludes with Tyler performing unplugged versions of his new songs, emphasizing the album's atmospheric and richly layered sound.
00:00 Introduction and Existential Crisis
00:27 A Call from an Old Friend
01:04 Curious Goldfish Podcast Introduction
01:43 Tyler Anthony's Journey
02:39 Moving to Mexico City
03:27 Casa de Copas: A New Beginning
04:12 Interview with Tyler Anthony
04:55 The Vision for Casa de Copas
05:57 Challenges and Hopes for Artists
20:25 The New Album: A Creative Shift
29:54 Exploring Themes in the Album
30:17 Hopeful and Optimistic Tones
30:48 Layered Sounds and Wall of Sound
32:20 Influences and Inspirations
35:59 Personal Stories Behind the Lyrics
38:39 The Complexity of Human Experience
44:13 Curiosity and Openness in Music
59:56 Upcoming Album and Future Plans
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