
What Had Happened Once: IDK on his new project Even The Devil Smiles
From What Had Happened Was by Stony Island Audio & Talkhouse
January 29, 2026 · 52 min
About this episode
IDK discusses his new project 'Even The Devil Smiles' and the impact of his experiences on his music.
In this conversation, IDK and OME discuss his latest project, 'Even The Devil Smiles,' exploring the distinction between mixtapes and albums, the impact of his prison experience on his music, and the evolution of rap during his incarceration. He reflects on his influences, the challenges of navigating the music industry independently, and the importance of authenticity and significant collaborations with legendary artists (MF DOOM, Black Thought and more) and the journey of self-discovery and accountability in his life and career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People in this episode
Guest: IDK
Topics covered
- music industry
- rap evolution
- self-discovery
- authenticity
- collaborations
Keywords
- IDK
- Even The Devil Smiles
- music industry
- rap
- self-discovery
- collaborations
- authenticity
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Even The Devil Smiles
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