Joy Sounds: Music You Need To Know

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Harmony in Numbers: Group and Collective Songwriting Feb 14, 2022

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“Harmony In Numbers: Group and Collective Songwriting” produced by Jake Cassman @jakecassman www.jakecassman.com – Jake Cassman discusses the surprisingly complex dynamics of collaborative songwriting.

Episode 97: Roxana Amed Jun 16, 2021

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Roxana Amed lives artistically between two worlds. Originally from Argentina, but now immersed in the culture of the US, the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter explores this duality in her new record, Ontology. We talk with Roxana about these influences as well as hear three performances - "Solitude," "Vanishing," and "Infant Eyes." Follow Roxana @roxana.amed Presented in partnership with Music Connection www.musicconnection.com

Episode 96: Gina Brooklyn Jun 09, 2021

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Gina Brooklyn is a fan favorite. This proved true when fans voted her as the first winner of the Djooky Music Award which earned her a trip to Los Angeles to record in the famed Capitol Records Studio with acclaimed producer, Brian Malouf. Gina talks about this experience as well as shares two singles: "No More Hiding," and "Hey, Man." Follow Gina @ginabrooklyn

Episode 95: Sub-Radio Jun 02, 2021

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Sub-Radio has momentum. After earning an incredible 7 million unique viewers through a series of livestream performances on Reddit, the DC based indie-pop band is ready to spring into their next phase. They continue to expand their audience by regularly releasing singles that are high energy and have infectious pop hooks. We talk with Sub-Radio about their history, their creative process and what’s ahead in their future. Also during the episode, we hear two of their recent singles – “King of My Heart,” and “Out of My Mind.” Follow Sub-Radio @subradioband Presented in partnership with Music Connection www.musicconnection.com

Episode 94: Zayde Wolf May 26, 2021

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Zayde Wolf is the solo project of Nashville based, GRAMMY nominated songwriter and producer, Dustin Burnett. Zayde Wolf just released his new album, Neon Blood Type. Spending many years developing his craft behind the scenes producing other artists and writing for sync, we’ll talk about how Zayde Wolf originally came about a bit unexpectedly for Dustin. Also, during the show, we’ll hear three tracks from Neon Blood Type – we’ll hear the latest single, “Holy Water,” “The Reason,” and “Madness.” Follow Zayde Wolf @zaydewolf. Presented in partnership with Music Connection www.musicconnection.com.

Episode 93: Rare Americans May 19, 2021

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Rare Americans has created their own universe. Beyond just a collection of songs, their latest record, Rare Americans 2, is accompanied by an elaborate animated video series for each track that bring their storytelling to life. In this episode, we talk with James Priestner of Rare Americans about the creative process behind the record and how the band completely defies any genre categorization. During the show, we’ll hear three tracks from Rare Americans 2: “Hullabaloo,” “Berlin,” and “Gas Mask.” Follow Rare Americans @rareamericans Presented in partnership with Music Connection www.musicconnection.com

Episode 92: The Spill Canvas May 12, 2021

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The Spill Canvas wants to be a conduit for connection. After having hits and numerous albums to their discography, The Spill Canvas recently released their album, Conduit, their first LP in almost a decade. We were fortunate to have Nick Thomas and Geoff Black in the Joy Sounds studio to talk about Conduit and play a few songs from the record. During our conversation, Nick is truly open and honest about the confessional nature of the songs on Conduit. During the episode, they play three songs live from the Joy Sounds studio – “Molecules,” “Firestorm,” and “All Over You.” Presented in partnership with Music Connection www.musicconnection.com

Episode 91: Merk May 05, 2021

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Merk is gathering experience. From working as an intern in Neil Finn’s studio to starting his career as a touring musicians, the New Zealand based artist has been putting in the hours. Merk’s new record, Infinite Youth, reflects on the passing of time and how he’s grown and evolved as a person and an artist. We talk with Merk about Infinite Youth and hear three tracks from the album: “GOD,” “Laps Around the Sun,” and “Deep Dive.” Follow Merk @merkperk Presented in partnership with Music Connection www.musicconnection.com

Episode 90: Therese Curatolo May 03, 2021

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Therese Curatolo will win you over. Whether it's with her songwriting, her incredible voice, or her unfailingly cheerful disposition - one way or another, you'll become a fan. We talk with Therese about her latest single Braille, and she performs three songs live in the Joy Sounds studio - "LA Struggle," "Unhappy," and "Song For a Sad Boy." Follow Therese @reesetea. Presented in partnership with Music Connection @music_connection and www.musicconnection.com. (Livestream replay)

Episode 89: ENZI Apr 29, 2021

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ENZI has a vision. ENZI has a very clear concept of her sonic palette, live performance experience, and visual aesthetic – which is often rare in an artist who is also a full-time college student. In this episode, ENZI talks about how she arrived at this concept and what her plans are for the future. She also shares three recent releases – we hear “I Worry,” “Mad Chemistry,” and “Retrograde.” Follow Enzi @iamenzi Presented in partnership with Music Connection www.musicconnection.com

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