Episode 04 of The Side Door Sitdown dives into what it really means to "make it" in today’s music industry and why your definition of success might need a reset. Ahead of his Side Door show in Halifax, singer-songwriter Mikhail Laxton sits down with us for a candid conversation about the realities of being a working artist.
We dig into what it really means to “make it,” how to find joy and balance between chasing a music career and simply making music, and what happiness looks like in today’s music industry. Mikhail’s music is deeply shaped by love, loss, and personal growth. After moving from Australia to Canada, signing a record deal, and releasing his debut EP just as the world shut down in 2020, Mikhail reconnected with his roots and rebuilt his sound from the ground up. His self-titled album, Mikhail Laxton, is a raw, soul-infused reflection of identity, resilience, and healing.