Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Darren Jackson from Kid Dakota and the super-group, the Hopefuls, was the guest at DIY 360 on 2/20. Darren played us a few of his hauntingly beautiful songs, talked about his small town South Dakota roots and his journey through trouble with the law, touring Europe, songwriting philosophy, and his emergence as a studio owner and top ranked producer.
DIY 360 is a weekly event hosted by Adam Levy. The goal is to introduce students to professionals in the field who have been successful, frequently by adapting to changes in the business where they make use of multiple skill sets. Guests share information about their careers, their philosophies about professionalism and their art. Guests often give advice to budding artists, entertainment business professionals, producers and engineers. DIY 360 is an opportunity for students to network with those working in the field and with each other as they work toward career success.
