Today’s guest is one of the most original minds in modern music—a genre-defying powerhouse who returns to this podcast six years after his first unforgettable visit. Hailing from Long Island, this producer, performer, and lyrical architect has built a sonic universe entirely his own. He’s the mastermind behind cinematic pop records that blur the line between the underground and the mainstream, with a resume that spans from crafting platinum hits for chart-toppers to delivering soul-baring solo projects that redefine authenticity. Now a father of three, his creativity has only deepened, as he balances vulnerability and virtuosity with relentless hustle. He’s not just a hitmaker—he’s a visionary, a builder, and a storyteller for a generation that craves depth. And the writer is… Jon Bellion!Episode Timestamps:0:00 Bellion’s Return & Industry Fire&nbsp;0:36 Ross ATWI&nbsp;Intro2:05 Supporting Songwriters’ Rights&nbsp;2:41 Jon Bellion Returns After 6 Years&nbsp;3:56 Jon vs. the Algorithm&nbsp;6:56 AI, Effort & Meaning&nbsp;9:22 Craft Over Convenience&nbsp;11:57 Identity, Process & Philosophy&nbsp;18:21 Credit, Ego & Industry Power&nbsp;25:32 Sponsor Message from NMPA27:09 Staying Dangerous with Purpose&nbsp;32:06 Becoming the Label&nbsp;45:07 Removing Ego from the Process&nbsp;50:41 Returning to Joy in Creation&nbsp;54:58 Art vs. Math in Production&nbsp;57:23 Hits Beyond the U.S.&nbsp;1:05:16 On Raising Creative Kids&nbsp;1:07:52 Jon's Words of Advice to His Younger Self1:18:06 Grief, Healing & Writing Through Loss&nbsp;1:22:32 What Success Really Means in 2025&nbsp;1:25:00 Writing vs. Recognition&nbsp;1:47:58 ATWI Credits & Closing Reflections<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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