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In this unique, rhythm-infused podcast episode, we dive deep into the life of Will Page, a DJ turned first-ever economist in the music industry. We begin by tracing Will's foray into the DJing scene and his philosophy of delivering music without crossing over boundaries. His deep-rooted respect for lyrics and the power they hold is explored, while hinting at the profound impact certain songs have on us throughout our lives.

As the conversation progresses, we delve into the flipside of digital technology's scalability - the loss of shared, intimate experiences in music. Will passionately discusses his favorite bands, such as Queen and Jungle Brothers, revealing how his fascination with economics came to life at a young age, eventually leading him to make a remarkable career shift.

We learn about Will's journey to becoming the first economist in the music industry, which started by wrestling with British laws about swimming in local waters and learning how to think like an economist. As he developed his DJing skills, he kept his connection to the music strong by resonating with the individualistic ethos of hip-hop culture and continuously cherishing the journey of discovery.

In the latter part of the discussion, we get insights into Will's time as a resident DJ, maintaining the lyrical integrity of Jungle Brothers, and his initiation into the world of writing. His experiences with Straight No Chaser and his philosophy of creating your own job descriptions give us a fascinating look into his non-traditional career path.

Finally, we discuss Will's work with Spotify, how it saved the music industry, and his understanding of the economic aspects of music. The conversation concludes with his fond memories of Miami and some valuable advice for those starting out in DJing. This episode is a must-listen for music enthusiasts and budding DJs alike. It's packed with anecdotes and insights, all beautifully woven together through the language of economics and a love for the beat.

Summary

• How did you get into Djing? 0:00
• How adam got into DJing.
• Getting the music across without crossing over.
• Getting the message across without crossing over.
• The power of the lyric.
• How old were you when you heard that song? 3:12
• Music that sticks with you for the rest of life.
• The hairstyle analogy.
• The internet can scale just about anything, but cannot scale intimacy.
• Music has never been more valuable.
• The loss of the shared experience of music. 7:38
• Lack of intimacy in the music industry.
• The journey of getting to jungle brothers.
• In days to come by
• Queen, all four members of the band can sing.
• Hip-hop and the public enemy. 10:42
• Public enemy, public enemy and anthrax.
• Jungle brothers, bill cosby and the forces.
• Economics coming to life at a young age.