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When you’re starting out, self-belief looks like delusion.
Every artist goes through that stage, when no one believes in you yet, and you have to back yourself anyway. In this episode, Ralph and I talk about why that mindset isn’t arrogance; it’s survival.
We unpack what delusional self-belief really means, how it helps you push through rejection, and where the line is between confidence and ego. Ralph shares his own story from early wins like “Beat Cut” and “Mush Mush” to working with Martin Garrix during the “Cracking” era, and how staying a little bit delusional kept him moving when things got tough.
We also touch on: • How to keep believing when results don’t show yet • The pressure that comes after your first success • What Showtek taught him about simplicity and momentum • Afrojack’s take on copying vs. authenticity • Community Q&A: finishing tracks, self-promotion, contracts & exposure
Listen if you’re in that early phase where doubt is loud. This episode will remind you why you started, and why belief comes before proof.
(00:00) Intro (06:10) Brutal honesty and clarity (10:59) The value of delusional self-belief (13:38) After the breakthrough (17:29) “Mush Mush” moment (21:23) Pressure & the dip (23:18) Collabs & the Martin Garrix era (28:03) Afrojack on copying (32:15) Q&A: finishing projects (34:47) Q&A: promo without cringe (38:29) Q&A: studios (41:25) Q&A: release rhythm (46:40) Q&A: contracts (51:01) Roast: LEGND’s Instagram (57:56) Wrap-up & next guest
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