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What Does It Mean to "Make It" in Music with Mikhail Laxton

Episode 04 of The Side Door Sitdown dives into what it really means to "make it" in today’s music industry and why your definition of success might need a reset. Ahead of his Side Door show in Halifax, singer-songwriter ‪Mikhail Laxton sits down with us for a candid conversation about the realities of being a working artist.

We dig into what it really means to “make it,” how to find joy and balance between chasing a music career and simply making music, and what happiness looks like in today’s music industry. Mikhail’s music is deeply shaped by love, loss, and personal growth. After moving from Australia to Canada, signing a record deal, and releasing his debut EP just as the world shut down in 2020, Mikhail reconnected with his roots and rebuilt his sound from the ground up. His self-titled album, Mikhail Laxton, is a raw, soul-infused reflection of identity, resilience, and healing.

About Mikhail Laxton

Blending R&B, folk, soul, Americana, and blues, Mikhail Laxton’s music is deeply personal and timeless. Tracks like Something That Was Gone channel Otis Redding’s introspection, while Maybe It’s a Good Thing embraces change. His 2023 album spans country-soul (Streams), vintage R&B (Slow Motion), and driving rock (Leaving You With Less).

Maverick Magazine UK called it “flawless… 10/10,” and Music Republic Magazine hailed him as “one of the most vital new voices in Canadian music.” Mikhail has performed at Ottawa Bluesfest, CityFolk, Supercrawl, and Folk Alliance International, opening for acts like Kathleen Edwards and The Teskey Brothers. In 2025, he will record his next album with producer Jim Bryson. With emotional authenticity, Mikhail continues to carve a path as a standout artist on the contemporary music stage.

Mikhail has also recently launched his own podcast called, The Lo-fi Hang Podcast. Check it out below! 👇👇👇