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#112: Building a Team and Finding Your Niche with Dirty Radio Nov 28, 2019

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Show Notes: edmprod.com/112 This week, Waspy from the dance-R&B group Dirty Radio sat down to chat on the EDM Prodcast. They’ve released three full length albums and a ton of successful singles on labels such as Spinnin’, Mad Decent, and Majestic Casual. Dirty Radio has been releasing music for over a decade, so Waspy has a lot to share on what he’s learned over that time and looking back, how he would have done things differently. There are three core members of Dirty Radio, so we talk about how they came together, what their roles are, and how those roles have developed over time. Dirty Radio is a songwriting forward project, so we focus in on how they start and develop ideas. A lot of producers open the DAW and wait for inspiration to strike, and Waspy talks about why this is often a bad idea and what he does to start tracks off the right way. Overall, he offers a ton of valuable advice on production, marketing, and networking, especially for those of you that haven’t really stepped out of the electronic scene Connect with Dirty Radio: Dirty Radio - Nobody Does It Better: https://lnk.to/nobodydoesitbetter Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/dirtyradiomusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiRTYRADiOMUSIC/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dirtyradiomusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtyradiomusic/

#111: Finding Your Sound and Filling Out Drops with Nurko Nov 21, 2019

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Show Notes: edmprod.com/111 This week, Nurko sat down to chat on the EDM Prodcast. Nurko has released on Armada, Proximity, and Trap Nation, and has high-profile remixes for artists like Morgan Page, Lost Kings, and Dabin. We cover a lot in this interview, starting with his background in music and how he discovered the distinct sound his project has. Instead of trying to force through a certain sound, Nurko let it come naturally to him, working in different genres until a sound came out they he enjoyed making and people respond well to. If you’re currently struggling to find your own unique style, Nurko has a ton of valuable advice for you in this interview. On the production side of things, we dive deep into his workflow and production process. We spend a while talking about how he finds the right layers for his drops, what he does to make them more exciting, and how he adds several layers without muddying up the mix. Nurko also offers his best advice for newer producers, discussing what helped him accelerate his growth early on. Connect with Nurko: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nurkomusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NurkoOfficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/nurkomusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurkomusic/

#110: Building Your Creative Confidence with laxcity Nov 14, 2019

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Show Notes: edmprod.com/110 This week, laxcity sat down to chat on the EDM Prodcast. Laxcity is an extremely talented producer based out of Bristol that’s curated a strong fanbase with his unique brand of emotional, melodic electronic music. He’s an introspective artist and human, which clearly comes across in this interview. We discuss how laxcity discovered his unique sound and style, and how this fits into the overall direction of this project. He talks about how he’s historically struggled with anxiety and self-doubt, and how he’s overcome this to turn his passion for music into a career. On the production side of things, we talk about his complete writing workflow, why he stays away from 3rd party plugins, and his approach to crafting more memorable and unique sounds. Overall, if you’re someone who’s struggled with self-doubt or anxiety with music, and let’s be honest, who hasn’t, you’ll find a ton of value in this interview. Connect with laxcity: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/laxcitymusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laxcitymusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/laxcitymusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laxcitymusic/

#109: Derek Sivers on Creative Process, Originality, and Smart Career Building Nov 08, 2019

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I mention that this is episode 110 in the intro, but it's not. I was wrong. It's 109. And it's a fantastic interview with one of the most insightful and creative people I know: Derek Sivers. Derek is best known for his work at CD Baby, but before that he was a full time musician. We stay away from talking about his CD Baby story in this interview (as it's been discussed elsewhere), and focus on how musicians and producers can be more creative, driven, and intelligent when it comes to making music. Connect with Derek Sivers here: https://sivers.org/

#108: Finding Your Sound and Perfecting Your Workflow with Bronze Whale Oct 31, 2019

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Show Notes: edmprod.com/108 In this episode, I have a chat with Aaron and Benny from Bronze Whale. If you’re not familiar with their project, their music is a unique blend of pop, hip-hop, and electronic influences. Their debut album Shape of Things dropped earlier this year, and it really showcases their unique sound and style. We spend a while talking about their background, discussing how they met and why they decided to form a duo. We also talk about the writing workflow they’ve developed that helps them stay productive in the studio. They have a unique approach to starting and developing ideas, so if you’re someone gets stuck in the 8 bar loop trap or get intimidated by a blank project file, there is a ton of practical advice for you in the interview. We also discuss how they've worked to develop their unique sound, how they ensure they aren’t overproducing a track, and some of their favorite production tools and techniques. Connect with Bronze Whale: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/thebronzewhale Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebronzewhale Twitter: https://twitter.com/bronzewhale Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bronzewhale/

#107: Breaking Through as a Duo with Two Friends Oct 24, 2019

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Show notes: edmprod.com/107 In this episode, I have a chat with Matt and Eli from the duo Two Friends. They have original releases on Spinnin', Armada, and Dim Mak, as well as over 27 # 1 tracks on Hype Machine. They’re also known for their viral remixes of tracks like Trap Queen and Mr. Brightside which have gained tens of millions of streams on Soundcloud. In the episode, we dive deep into how Matt and Eli grew their production skills and their career while they worked remotely in college. They had big dreams for this project from the very start, so it was great hearing how they hustled for themselves, treating their artist project as if it their own start-up. Naturally, we talk about the workflow of being in a duo, diving into how they split up work to make sure they're being as efficient as possible. We also talk about the logistics of building the right team around your project, and why they’re glad they remained independent for as long as they did. On the production side of things, we talk about how they stay productive in the studio, making sure they focus on the big picture instead of getting lost in the details. They also talk about how they stay excited and motivated to finish songs they’ve been working on for a while, which is an issue nearly all producers run into. The Two Friends just announced a massive North American tour with Matoma that kicks off early next year, which you can find more about here - http://smarturl.it/campsuperdope Connect with Two Friends: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/two-friends Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twofriendsmusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/twofriendsmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twofriendsmusic/

#106 (Part 2): Breaking Down Your Production Workflow with Pierce Fulton Oct 17, 2019

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Show Notes: edmprod.com/106 This week, Pierce Fulton sat down to chat on the EDM Prodcast. Part 1 of our interview (which is already out) is all about his background and journey as an artist. Part 2, which is what you're on right now, covers all things production. In this episode, Pierce breaks down his full production workflow, discussing how he starts tracks, how he decides if a loop is good enough to turn into a full track, and what that actual process would look like. He also discusses his favorite synths and effects, what sounds he used on some of his biggest tracks, and how he approaches layering to fill out a mix. Connect with Pierce: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/piercefulton Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/5p0zkKpBuRguKebwRe0RI2 Facebook: www.facebook.com/PierceFulton Twitter: twitter.com/piercefulton Instagram: www.instagram.com/piercefulton/

#106 (Part 1): Finding Happiness and Success in the Music Industry with Pierce Fulton Oct 10, 2019

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Show Notes: edmprod.com/106 This week, Pierce Fulton sat down to chat on the EDM Prodcast. Part 1 of our interview, which is what you're on right now, is all about his background and journey as an artist. Part 2, which will be out in a few days, covers all things production, including his workflow, favorite plugins, and advice for producers. In this episode, we really dive deep into his journey as an artist. We talk about how he decided to quit college to pursue music full time and how he ended up feeling lost immediately after, how his track Kuaga came about and how he dealt with the pressure that came with its success, and how he’s since worked on chasing what inspires him in music and what makes him happy as an artist. This was one of my favorite interviews to record because Pierce is extremely honest and reflective about his success and struggles throughout his career. No matter where you are in your production career, you won’t want to miss out on this interview as Pierce offers a ton of value and perspective on finding both happiness and success in the music industry. Connect with Pierce: Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/piercefulton Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5p0zkKpBuRguKebwRe0RI2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PierceFulton Twitter: https://twitter.com/piercefulton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/piercefulton/

#105: Getting Creative with Sound Design and Arrangement with Duumu Oct 03, 2019

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Show Notes: edmprod.com/105 This week, Duumu sat down to chat on the EDM Prodcast. We start with Duumu’s background, talking about what got him into production, what tutorials he watched at the start, and why he’s glad he released music right away even though it wasn’t that good yet. We also talk about his approach to sound design, what his favorite synths and tools are, and how he approaches layering to fill out a mix. He offers a ton of advice specifically for intermediate producers, so if you’re someone who’s been producing for maybe a year or two and can’t break through that wall to finding an original and polished sound, you won’t want to miss this interview. Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/duumu Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6q8cRPrSLahGAZSVnjIYjF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duumu_/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/duumu Duumu's Talk! EP - https://monstercat.ffm.to/talk-vq7k

#104: How to Succeed in the Music Industry with Kill Paris Sep 20, 2019

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Show Notes: edmprod.com/104 This week, Kill Paris sat down to chat on the EDM Prodcast. In this episode, we talk about how he got his start in music, going to university for audio engineering, becoming an ableton certified trainer, how moving to LA helped save is career, and how he’s been able to build a lasting career in the industry. We also really dive into his production workflow, how he starts tracks, what his ableton live template looks like, what his sound design process looks like, what his approach to layering is, as well as his favorite creative plugins. Connect with Kill Paris: SC - @killparis FB - www.facebook.com/killparis TW - twitter.com/killparis IG - www.instagram.com/killparismusic/

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