We all think we’re being real—whether in public or in private—but the deeper challenge is questioning whether we truly know our real selves at all. In any case, even when we know ourselves we might face various pressures that push us to fit in or not cause trouble – so even the most well-intentioned person might struggle to always be 100% real in public. Sometimes the simplest questions are actually the most complex. Thankfully, we have some wonderful members of the community who offered to share their thoughts on this challenging question.
Shaina Wexler
Yes! Obviously, we are multi-dimensional, complex beings, and no social snapshot or interview is going to encompass the fullness of who we are. But, that being said, yes. This is me haha. I’m very committed to vulnerability and transparency, and it’s cool because each of the facets of what I do serves to share a more complete and balanced view of me. Read more>>
Christina Hoffeld
I would say it is 97% me! I’m totally willing to meet people I do business with for happy hour. We can talk about sports, hobbies, life experiences, and personal stories. I am who I say I am, and my actions prove it. However, the Christina who needs to let off steam isn’t necessarily appropriate for an office environment or business meetings. Read more>>
Big M@K
Yes this is me, I’ve never hidden ANYTHING from my fans, some might even say I’ve gotten a little too personal with some, but at the end of the day I keep it a buck fifty with everything I say, and everything I’ve ever put in a song is a representation or a hood bedtime story if you will. Read more>>
Shea LeJeune
I’ve struggled with this question for years. There is an element of persona that I have carried in my social media life. On TikTok, I’m hypegirl, i’m not Shea. Yet, I am extremely authentic, even in my social media. If I’m having a bad day, I either won’t post a happy post, or I’ll tell you about my bad day. Read more>>
Zakk DeBono
What you see is what you get. With most musicians it’s smoke and mirrors and an image. I have been this way since I was born. Nothing has changed other than tequila and tattoos lol. Read more>>
Olivia Symone
YES! In this modern day world filled of catchy social media handles and filters that give you $10,000+ worth of work at the click of a button I believe it’s important for your truth to shine through your image, not your image to shine for you. I’m a very bubbly optimistic person who has fiery moments. Read more>>
Bella Johancen-Walt & Dayne Macdonald & Tyler Rohm & Thomas Decker
Yes. One of the points of our music is that it’s us, and will always be what we want to write as a band. Tommy, our drummer, brings his jazz influences into the band, Bella brings her indie rock influences, and Dayne and Ty bring on the heavy metal. Yes, those are three very different genres but it’s authentically and unapologetically us. Read more>>
