“So you’re a little weird? Work it! A little different? OWN it! Better to be a nerd than one of the herd!”
Mandy Hale
Song: In The Face of Evil by Magic Sword
Article: Two Bits of Optimism – Simon Sinek with the GOAT Brené Brown and Adam Grant
Thought: One of my favorite bands is a local Boise group called Magic Sword. The music is electronic/rock. The show is crazy – with masks, lights and the crowd filled with lightsabers. It’s hard to describe how much fun the show is without just going for yourself.
I love that Magic Sword doesn’t fit any mold. I love that the crowd is a mix of emo kids, punk rock, preppy, and diverse age ranges. Everyone there is having fun and living the experience. It’s unique. That’s what makes it special: it stands out and appeals to a specific audience.
Creative requires vulnerability. Creativity requires unique not derivative. Being memorable means making memories by standing out from the norm. While I’m unlikely to wear a mask, cape and play guitar in my work, it still needs to leave that feeling of special. There are no shortcuts.
Do something that stands out – an opinion, a post, a song, a video. Don’t just do what everyone else does cause they already did that. Let’s get creative and bold. Let’s find our own magic sword.
A special ask – after Magic Sword’s last show, their van and trailer with everything in it was stolen. instruments, lights, costumes, computers, etc. They have a GoFundMe to replace it all and get back on tour. As of today they are $37k/$50k; our Boise community has really come together to prevail against evil. If you enjoy this blog and their music, please consider donating.
When the need is great we call upon the power of the MAGIC SWORD.
Great post…so sorry to hear about Magic Sword. That seems to be happening more and more lately and it sucks! I made a donation and hope they are able to get back on their feet.