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In 2023, Ryan Hamilton walked away from music with an empty tank. Then Little Steven played the ultimate 'consigliere' and pulled him back into the ring.
Ahead of the new album, I’m exploring the "Second Act" rebirth of @TheRyanHamilton ��
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@StevieVanZandt @wickedcool_nyc
Can we talk? First of all, I'm EXHAUSTED. To have ANY sort of chance at success in today's Music world, you HAVE TO play the game. But the game has changed. Back in the day, it was releasing music, going on tour, visiting Record Stores, doing interviews & Press etc... I LOVED IT! I miss it. Now, it's CONTENT CREATION. A never ending barrage of "try this", "do this" short form videos, or photo shares. All while making sure you follow the rules! NO text on your photo! NO external links in the text of your post(s)! What hashtags work? Do we use hashtags at all? Then, you check the numbers to see if all your hard work is actually paying off. Are the Spotify numbers good? Are we seeing a solid "click through rate"? How many "shares" did you get? DEAR SWEET BABY JESUS! 🤣
I'm not complaining (ok, maybe a little 😉) but it's just SO DIFFERENT. I'm struggling to keep up. Not because it's difficult to actually do, but because it's damn near impossible to find the time to do it ALL... and be a dad. Which will, of course, forever be my priority.
I'm not going to be one of those "older" artists who refuses to adapt to this new version of the music biz. Why? Because I want to be successful! Haha. I REALLY don't understand the, "I'm not doing that" attitude. Haven't we always had to play the game? It's just a different version of what we've always had to do... which is, HUSTLE.
I'm finding my feet, and figuring out ways to bridge the "not enough time" gap. I'm actually really proud of myself for having light-bulb moments like "why don't I just put a camera in my car?".
Truth is, whatever I'm doing: IT'S WORKING! Which feels amazing. "Dreaming Screaming" is doing amazing things, and I LOVE hearing it on the Radio here in America. The album preorders are going so well that the UK stores had to reorder! How great is that??? I don't know if I'll finally get that #1 UK album... but I think I'm going to have a really solid, respectable result. Mostly thanks to those ridiculous Map Videos, right?😉😂
I guess maybe I wish I was wired a little differently. Because even though I'm figuring it out, and making it work, I still have this "I'm behind! I should be doing more!" feeling. Are you that way? It's a frustrating way to be, isn't it? Haha. But, I guess it's better than being the opposite.
I should probably stop obsessing over things like the Spotify numbers (which, by the way are SO CLOSE to tipping the scales), but I can't hep myself! Ugh.🤦🏻♂️😂
I know I'm doing everything I can, which I will continue to do... and let me just say: THANK YOU to all of you for your support, and for such a wonderful response to the new music. Everything that's happening, and that is going to happen, is because we're doing it together. Love you all. I really do.
Ok, time to go be a dad #musicbusiness #dadlife
Ian’s friend has his first Kickstarter. Saw the game a couple of months ago and it looks fantastic.
Check out Iberia: Kings and Emirs by CSquared Games on @Kickstarter https://t.co/Jnm7MhFq7O
My name is Jonathan Nez. I am the former Navajo Nation President running for Congress to defeat extremist Eli Crane and flip Arizona's 2nd blue.
This race will decide the House majority .
Can you repost this, give me a follow, and help us make history in Arizona?
We’re in Baltimore, MD to talk about delivering for every community, including those that have been written off and taken for granted for far too long. https://t.co/2Wc6cGZPvi
I need your help. My studio flooded here in Texas.
It's my livelihood. Not just for me, but for my 2yr old daughter. I'm in a state of shock, and panic. I hate asking for help... it feels embarrassing. But I don't know what else to do.
I know a lot of you are here because of the Reproductive Rights movement... and I'm so glad to know you all. I think I've made it clear by now, that I will forever do my part.
Long before my family's abortion ban nightmare, I was a recording artist, producer, & radio host. It's how I've always made my living.
I obviously don't want to seem insensitive to other flood related tragedies right now... but I don't know what else to do.
I don't know how to feel right now... It feels like panicked parent mode. I sincerely hope you can understand.
Since the election, this platform squashes my posts so only small percentage of my followers see my posts. I'm posting a photo to try and trick the algorithm... because sometimes it seems to help... so maybe people will actually see this. Ugh. Anyway... This is me, asking for help😢💔 https://t.co/6HLLBYrTiK
Every TX Republican voted for this piece of shit.
As Sharon said at our Beaumont town hall, “their asses need to go."
We must organize everywhere, contest every race, and do the work to vote them out. TX can help flip the House, take back the Senate, and deliver for the people.
@TheRyanHamilton I appreciate your honesty and openness. As far as I've seen, you have never pretended to be something other than a champion for women and families going through what your family has. I'm glad that you've been able to take the time to step back and focus on you and Della.
Opal Lee represents the best of Texas. Strong, courageous, persistent, a champion for the people.
On Juneteenth, she reminds us that if we stand up for one another and fight together, we can overcome anything. Won't be easy or happen quickly, but the work is always worth doing.
I asked a question—and ended up in handcuffs.
If this is how the Trump administration treats a U.S. Senator in broad daylight, imagine what they’re doing to immigrants behind closed doors.
We cannot stay silent. We will not back down.
https://t.co/W9yrPzsEwj
I’m here to say that it’s a gorgeous day in LA I drove all around town and everything is normal. The mostly peaceful protests are happening in one tiny area of downtown easily manageable by local officials. Don’t believe the media hype. This is a manufactured crisis. #LAStrong
Noem said she would reconsider her decision if Harvard – within 72 hours – satisfied her demands for more information, which include providing disciplinary records of every international student for the past five years.”
This is utter Bullsh!t.
https://t.co/OQ0jFV4Gik
We have at least 3 swing seats in PA. The incumbents just voted to take away healthcare from their own people, without even any savings to the public. They are both screwing people and adding to the debt! We can take this case to any corner of PA, let’s get out there and work!