[Follow J. Powell's Content @j.powellnetwork] [From Spotify] Michael Paik is a Korean-American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer from Chantilly, VA. Currently based in Los Angeles, CA, Michael is involved in the LA music scene performing at venues such as The Hotel Cafe, Melrose Trading Post, and The Rhythm Room. Michael has garnered the attention of news outlets such as the VoyageLA and was a featured artist on the 2024 season of Melrose Stories.
In 2022, he began his career under the name MANIK, with the release of “patterns”, “LOVE ME NOW” and most notably, “finish line”. Upon rebranding and the releasing “rosaries,” Michael has set the tone for an upcoming EP that will be released at the end of 2024. IG: @MICHAELPAIK_
Timestamps 00:37 How We Met 02:35 Growing up around music 07:30 Moving to LA 12:15 Studying Jazz 16:20 Coping with Competition 22:52 Making the Decision to be an Artist 30:22 Believing Yourself 31:42 Being Able to Handle Constructive Criticism 37:11 Being Personal with Art 42:10 Music Updates and Advice to New Artists
