A significant aspect of Rubin’s influence lies in his demonstration of authenticity. He shows us that it’s okay to be who we are and to insist on what we want to do. In a society where being true to oneself is often misconstrued as selfishness or egotism, Rubin distinguishes being self-centered from being self-assured. His life and music are a continuous lesson in self-identity, teaching … Continue reading Rick Rubin: The Rock of Authenticity in Music and Life