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The ascent to electronic music stardom typically follows a predictable path—one paved with sleepless nights and chemical enhancement.
In an industry where excess is currency, what drives two artists to approach EDM with the precision of elite athletes and the mindfulness of meditation practitioners?
My guests today are Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern of SOFI TUKKER, a dance music duo whose unlikely partnership has amassed over 3 billion streams, multiple Grammy nominations, and high-profile Apple campaigns. Meeting at Brown University—Tucker as a D1 basketball captain recovering from career-ending mono, and Sophie as a diplomat-in-training captivated by Brazilian rhythms—they found common ground in creating music that defies convention. Since then, they’ve revolutionized electronic performance by prioritizing wellness while maintaining a relentless touring schedule.
“Every show is a game we can win.”
– SOFI TUKKER
Today, we discuss:
- From D1 Basketball to EDM Stardom: Tucker’s Health Crisis & Reinvention
- Sophie’s Journey: International Diplomat to Portuguese-Singing Artist
- Athletic Discipline in Electronic Music: Maintaining Wellness on Tour
- Building a Global Community: From Pandemic Livestreams to 3 Billion Streams
- The Business of Independence: Owning Their Masters & Creative Freedom
For those who prefer a visual experience, the conversation is available on YouTube. As always, the audio version streams wild and free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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- SOFI TUKKER: Website | Instagram | YouTube
- Sophie Hawley-Weld: Instagram
- Tucker Halpern: Instagram
- Billboard: SOFI TUKKER
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