In lieu of the season finale for the first ever season of the Level Up podcast, I wanted to talk about a topic that’s close to my heart – Independence. As someone who has built their career on taking the unconventional route, it’s safe to say I’m a big fan of independence in general. I believe that anything can be achieved through a good work ethic and a whole lot of passion, and I wouldn’t change anything about my journey for the world. Here's why I think independence is so important for artists