DAAN, full name Daan Stuyven, is an award-winning cult-pop shapeshifter, sonic architect and one of the most compelling figures to emerge from the Lowlands in recent memory. A singer, composer, performer and occasional escape artist, he’s carved a four-decade-long path through indie rock, electro-pop, chanson, orchestral cinema and lo-fi mischief.

On this episode, DAAN and Dominique Nzeyimana retrace his remarkable journey from school rebellion and childhood radio obsession to collaborating with other prolific producers and navigating the tension between artistic integrity, his love for pathos and commercial success.

Kindly indulging his host, the artist also offers up stories from his Dead Man Ray days and he gets into detail about the pivotal meeting with Rudy Trouvé that shaped his artistic foundation.He reflects candidly on the commercial failure of his very first album, the years of creative mourning that followed, and how parenthood fundamentally shifted his creative priorities.

DAAN also shares how he navigates the delicate balance between cynicism and romance and why artists have a responsibility to use their platforms for meaningful causes. He also opens up about how some lifestyle changes reshaped his priorities and songwriting process.

DAAN will be performing at “SHOW UP FOR HUMANITY” in Brussels on September 20th , 2025.

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Before becoming a big international marketing exec at New Balance, LEE STUART was the very first brand director at streetwear juggernaut Patta.

A true curatorial-savant and connector, Lee Stuart's work lives at the intersection of style, music and purpose-first storytelling. Whether he's building legacy-shaping brand campaigns, curating gallery shows, or launching for-us-by-us initiatives - everything Lee touches is grounded in intention.

Lee's story serves as an important reminder that viable and fulfilling career paths can start from one's own story, that art and identity are scalable, and that they can be used in beautiful, impactful ways.

Join Lee and Dominique Nzeyimana as they dive deep into Lee's fascinating journey, beginning with his upbringing as the youngest of ten in a Curaçaoan Dutch family. Lee's teenage years were infused with creativity and strong influences from hip-hop culture, which shaped his unique perspective on style and self-expression.

Lee discusses the road that led to his tenure at the legendary streetwear brand Patta, where he was able to put his deep love for the company and its mission to work. We discuss some of his contributions, including community-centred campaigns and culturally relevant marketing initiatives that elevated the brand's voice in an often unforgiving landscape. Lee's passion for purpose-led storytelling comes through as he recounts pivotal projects that highlighted Patta's true core as a black-owned brand and a platform for change, pushing against industry norms.

Transitioning into his current role at New Balance, Lee reveals how he applies lessons learned throughout his career and the importance of purposeful brand storytelling. He has shifted the focus of New Balance's lifestyle campaigns to reflect a richer cultural narrative that truly resonates.

Throughout the conversation, Lee maintains a vulnerable yet powerful stance, revealing some of the challenges he faced while navigating personal loss and the evolving demands of his professional life.

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Cultural strategist, community builder and multi-disciplinary artist Alex Akuete is working tirelessly to create welcoming spaces for art and empowerment - one platform, one collective at a time.

Alex takes Dominique into his world - from blueprint days in Nigeria to speedrunning towards an unknown future in Belgium.

He then speaks openly about growing up a dreamer, turning hardship into purpose and why real change always starts by making room for others.

The duo also discusses grassroots organising, artistic evolution, sustainable design and cultural strategy.

Alex shares how forming Xray Community to give young people a no-threshold stage led to his transformative work at MoMu - Fashion Museum Antwerp, where he continues to push conventions with community-first projects, shows and interventions.

From mentoring budding generations to curating festivals to co-founding new ventures - Alex Akuete's work is about breaking cycles, inviting the outside in and championing creative futures.

A must-listen for anyone driven to connect, empower and walk their path soul-first.

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