Finding passion, mastering your craft, and sourcing ideas for creativity.

Hey there, Happy Tuesday!

Today, I want to get real about something fundamental – the importance of purpose and passion in our craft. It's not always smooth sailing in our work, is it? And when the storm hits, it's that deep-seated love for what we do that keeps us afloat.

When times get tough, it's passion that gives us strength. A strong sense of 'why' we're doing what we're doing can be a powerful motivator to push through the challenging times.

Of course, no job comes without its downsides. But if you find something that captivates you, something that you genuinely love 80% of the time, you're in a fantastic place. Yes, life is a mix of highs and lows, but passion can turn those lows into valuable learning experiences.

So, my advice? Follow your curiosity. Dig deep into what interests you and become the best at what you do. Strive to wake up each day, eager and excited to take on the world.

Embrace your goals, follow your passions, and keep moving forward, especially during challenging times. With determination and a clear direction, even the most difficult obstacles can be overcome.

What’s New

Exciting news to share!

The Crown Chronicles newsletter now has some added strength behind it. I’m super stoked to announce that Season 1 is being brought to you thanks to the official support of the Lens Protocol.

For those not in the know, Lens Protocol is a composable and decentralized social graph that's ready and waiting for you to build on. They're all about letting you focus on creating a top-notch experience, without the hassle of scaling your users.

Feel like finding out more? Check them out at lens.xyz. This support is going to open up so many possibilities, and I can't wait to share what's in store! Stay tuned.

Creative Corner

Feeling short on ideas?

Here's a quick tip: reach out to fellow producers or songwriters. Ask if they have unfinished demos or ideas that they're unsure about. Artist's block can hit any of us, and sometimes a fresh pair of ears can give these pieces a new life. You could bring a new angle to a track, and together, turn it into a finished masterpiece.

A simple collaboration could unlock a world of untapped potential, so don't hesitate to give it a go!

Charlie’s Weekly Discoveries

1. Hop Protocol x Rocket Pool

2. Web3's Impact On The Music Industry - Cooper Turley on NEWFORUM

3. Introducing Spore - An immersive audio player & remixing app

4. Streaming’s Model is Brocken by Rob Abelow

5. Cabin’s Network City Launched

Drop Of The Week

Thank you all so much for reading this issue of The Crown Chronicles! If you enjoyed it, please hit that subscribe button and don't hesitate to share it with your friends. Your support means the world to me!

Just a quick reminder that my playlist 'The Crown Jewels' has been updated with some fresh tunes! Make sure to give it a listen and follow, as I update it every week. If you have music you'd like to share or think should be added, just hit me up on Twitter and slide into my DMs with your tracks!

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