Daryl Campbell, or Daryltron, began his artistic journey as an obscure hip-hop artist. After experiencing a series of transformative life events, he decided to chase his long-held dream of becoming a multi-faceted creator. Drawing inspiration from iconic musicians like Beck, Parliament-Funkadelic, and Prince, Daryltron boldly expanded his creative pursuits.

Although leaving behind his previous lifestyle was challenging, Daryltron initially faced difficulties finding his place in the music world. However, the pandemic became a pivotal period for introspection and artistic growth. This renewed dedication led to the release of his first official video, which quickly amassed thousands of views, and the production of three upcoming albums.

With his passion and unwavering focus, Daryltron is establishing himself as a dynamic, visionary force in the music industry.

The Steampunk Soiree at the Frederick Book Arts Center was an event hosted by Braindead Live this past October. I had the opportunity to attend and interview six key people behind the event's success: Dylan Zingg and Tony Gianni from Braindead Live, Coordinator Eric Groff, Photographer Matthew E. Mason, DJ Marisa Hyphae Hongos, and Mixologist Landon Harwell. Enjoy this exclusive insight into what it takes to host a local event in Frederick.

Part 2 of the OneFrederick Collaborative round table interview discussion series with guest speaker Juanita Hardy, a consultant for creative place-making.