I’ve interviewed a lot of musicians. From legends to newcomers to those carving their own paths far outside the spotlight. Some of the most powerful conversations I’ve had didn’t even start with the music. They started with the weight of being a woman in an industry that often forgets to make room for them.

My brother Allyn from Titan sent me a message:“Zo, we’re sending a pair over there. But not for you. For your daughter.” That made me so happy. When the shoes arrived, my daughter opened the box like it was magic. She held them the way we used to hold our first real pair. With both hands. Carefully. Like they meant something. And they did.

I've always been fascinated by musicians who start their own businesses. There's something incredibly inspiring about artists who turn their passion into a career. Daren Lim, the founder of D&D Guitars, did just that.