Criss Angel | #018 The Kenny Aronoff Sessions

Welcome to another mesmerizing episode of The Kenny Aronoff Sessions where legendary magician and rock star performer, Criss Angel, takes the spotlight. Kenny sets the stage with effusive praise for Criss, highlighting his authenticity and passion, setting the tone for this captivating conversation. Listeners gain unique insights into Criss’ multifaceted career, from his magical shows to his musical ventures and his best-selling authorship, all underscored by his relentless work ethic and unwavering dedication. His journey unfolds, starting from his early days in his family's donut shop, emphasizing the importance of initiative and perseverance, as well as the pivotal moments that led him to excel in both magic and music.

As the episode progresses, Kenny and Criss explore the parallels between their careers, emphasizing the dedication required for excellence, and underscoring the significance of continuous self-improvement, the pursuit of excellence, and the importance of giving back through charity work. Criss’ strategic approach to his career, particularly his journey to Las Vegas, the magic capital of the world, is revealed and both Kenny and Criss stress their unwavering commitment to their crafts and maintaining peak performance. Join Kenny and Criss on this journey through creativity, commitment, and the transformative power of never giving up on one's dreams, where magic and music converge into a symphony of success and inspiration.

Episode Highlights:

• Criss and Kenny’s instant friendship
• Criss’ Las Vegas shows and his incredible cast and crew
• The impact Criss’ amazing father had on his career
• Criss’ love of music and magic
• Criss and Kenny on being unstoppable, undeniable, and 100% authentic
• How Criss ended up in Las Vegas
• Criss and Kenny’s incredible work ethic
• Criss and Kenny on writing and reading drum charts
• Criss Angel on physical mental, emotional, and spiritual preparation
• Kenny Aronoff’s collaborations with Jim Irsay and Kenny Wayne Shepherd
• Criss Angel’s start in magic
• Criss Angel on light, love, positivity, and providing life lesson advice for his kids
• Some of Criss Angel’s most amazing work
• Criss Angel’s Johnny Crisstopher Children's Charitable Foundation and its upcoming fundraiser
• Criss Angel’s work with Angeldust, Celldweller’s Klayton, and Shaunyl Benson
• Kenny on watching performances of “Jack and Diane”
• Criss’ Planet Hollywood MINDFREAK show
• His contribution to Kiss’ Vegas residency show
• Criss and Kenny on how “You can’t set it and forget it”
• The organization Criss has built and its impact on Las Vegas
• Criss and Kenny on having a “Plan B”
• Criss on constantly creating

Quotes:

"For me, it's a switch I turn on because I do it so often."

"The journey is far greater than the destination."

"I am not the most talented at what I do. What I am is the hardest working."

"The work ethic is more commitment now than it was when I was trying to make it."

"The ripple effect of your joy, your happiness, your love will affect everybody around you."

"The past doesn't define you."

"Money doesn't make you happy. I see lots of people that have money and they're miserable."

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