Rock n' Roll Grad School Episode #268- n0trixx
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In this deeply introspective episode of Rock 'n' Roll Grad School, host Alex engages in a raw and moving conversation with musician and artist n0trixx (Notrix), whose new album 'Catalogue of Madness and Melancholia' serves as both personal confession and emotional lifeline. n0trixx opens up about her intense sensitivity, mental health struggles, and the profound role music has played in her survival—especially after the loss of her father and years of narcissistic abuse. She reveals how her music, often written in moments of subconscious revelation, becomes a form of therapy and connection for listeners, particularly those grappling with isolation or grief. The discussion also delves into her controversial past, including her arrest in Russia for protesting the war in Ukraine, and her urgent plea for global awareness and action. Despite her skepticism about political change, she holds onto hope rooted in the power of collective empathy and resistance. The episode is a testament to the transformative potential of art born from pain.
Music is a vital outlet for processing trauma and connecting with others on a deep emotional level.
Authenticity in art—especially vulnerability—creates powerful resonance and healing for both creator and listener.
Artistic control and collaboration can coexist when rooted in trust and mutual respect.
Political activism, especially from those living under oppressive regimes, requires immense courage and carries real risk.
Global awareness and sustained pressure are essential to ending prolonged conflicts like the war in Ukraine.
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Introduction to n0trixx and the Power of Emotional Music
“Music is a vital outlet for processing trauma and connecting with others on a deep emotional level.”
The Emotional Core of 'Catalogue of Madness and Melancholia'
“I feel things more intensely and I feel other people's feelings, I feel the injustice, I feel the things that other people just see and experience, to me they're three times as intense sometimes.”
The Paradox of Self-Criticism and Creative Catharsis
Despite her perfectionism and self-critical nature, n0trixx reveals that three songs on the album feel like confessions rather than creations—allowing her to use them for personal therapy. She discusses the emotional weight of listening to her own work and the rare moments of peace found in music.
Collaboration, Control, and the Role of Instrumentalists
n0trixx reflects on her struggle with motor skills and inability to play instruments, which led her to collaborate with trusted musicians. She emphasizes transparency in crediting collaborators while maintaining full creative ownership, ensuring authenticity and integrity in her music.
Language, Identity, and the Subconscious Flow of Creation
“It was a flow of feelings. I was suicidal and very, very depressed and I had to get that out of my system and it just got out of me in Russian and that was it.”
“It was a flow of feelings. I was suicidal and very, very depressed and I had to get that out of my system and it just got out of me in Russian and that was it.”
“When I received that message, it literally... If that person is watching this right now, I hope they understand how much it meant to me.”
“I feel things more intensely and I feel other people's feelings, I feel the injustice, I feel the things that other people just see and experience, to me they're three times as intense sometimes.”
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