PostGenre“A lot of Blood Burden is setting the stage for this world. And then it ends with being free to do whatever you want. Many children of immigrant parents feel a pressure to make their parents’ sacrifice worth it. It’s like you inherited this burden, but it’s a blessing at the same time. I have the luxury of following my dreams because my parents didn’t. And Blood Burden acknowledges their sacrifice.“ - Alfredo Colón
Check out our interview with Alfredo Colón on his debut album, ‘Blood Burden’ which is out now on Out of Your Head Records.
https://postgenre.org/alfredo-colon-blood-burden/
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Saving the Duck: A Conversation with Alfredo Colón on ‘Blood Burden’ - PostGenre
Self-expression lies at the heart of all art. Creation that fails to reflect the artist's spirit will never be able to connect with an audience perceiving it. As a result, dreams, hopes, and fears are all poured into the best art. But while every person has their own ideas and preferences, they do not exist