Artist Interview: Rare DM

In this episode of Pop Palace, host Jack Blaylock interviews Rare DM, the New York City-based electronic artist known for her captivating blend of dark aesthetics and dance-pop influences. Rare DM, whose real name is Erin Hoagg, shares her musical journey, starting with playing drums at age 11 inspired by her drummer father, transitioning from jazz and marching bands to synthesizers, and ultimately dropping out of FIT to pursue a solo music career. Raised in Traverse City, Michigan, Erin's sound reflects her love for bloghouse, electroclash, and post-punk, which she describes as dissonant, ethereal, and machine-driven. She discusses her creative process, from self-styled zero-budget music videos, like her upcoming release "The Ring," to her meticulous approach to editing and fashion as a core part of her artistic identity. With themes of connection, intimacy, and ambition driving her music, Rare DM reveals how her personal experiences shape her art while acknowledging the challenges of navigating the music industry as a femme artist. This candid and inspiring conversation celebrates queer and femme voices in pop music while highlighting the resourcefulness and authenticity behind Rare DM's artistry.