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Welcome to SlamCast, where your hosts Neil and Brea chat with creatives about their process and how they navigate the grind of promoting themselves.This week on SlamCast, weâre excited to welcome Underbelly, a multi-talented producer, DJ, pianist, and YouTuber based in Portland, OR. You might know him from his popular YouTube channel, "You Suck at Producingâ.
Underbelly started playing classical piano at just seven years old, and his passion for music only grew when he discovered sample-based music at thirteen. From there, he began collecting vinyl and diving into music production with Ableton Live 8 in 2010. During his senior year of high school, he challenged himself to create one beat a day, setting the foundation for his prolific output.
In this episode, we discuss his journey as the sole editor of his content and his experience in college film, which has influenced his creative process. Underbelly also shares how he maintains control over his releases by choosing which labels to work with, allowing him to stay true to his artistic vision.
We dive into his innovative use of AI in music production, including generating songs with tools like udio and integrating AI into his album art. Plus, we explore how he comes up with ideas for his YouTube videos and the impact of AI on the music landscape.
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In this episode of SlamCast, we sit down with Rob Cummings, founder of Cosmic Synergy and a key music promoter in the Twin Cities' bass music scene. Rob shares his journey from Denver's 140 dubstep and psychedelic bass music culture to moving back to Minneapolis in 2019, where he now curates alcohol-free events that foster a safe space for artists and fans alike. Since launching Cosmic Synergy in 2015, Rob has been connecting musicians and building a vibrant community, often discovering talent by diving deep into SoundCloud and collaborating with friends.
We discuss the evolution of music promotion, from handing out flyers at shows to using targeted ads on social media platforms like Instagram, which Rob manages for Cosmic Synergy. He also shares his love for Function One sound systems, having collaborated with other sound system owners to power the main stage at Infrasound. Beyond music, Rob is a hot sauce enthusiast, making it in his free time. Tune in to learn more about his unique journey in music promotion and community building!
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Welcome back to Slamcast! In this episode, weâre thrilled to chat with Buttah, a talented producer and DJ based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Growing up in a household filled with hip-hop and R&B in Chicago, Buttahâs musical journey took off during the peak of COVID when he began DJing as a hobby. After the pandemic, he toured with a hip-hop group, but soon made the exciting transition to electronic dance music. Now, heâs making waves in the Twin Cities, performing at various venues and sharing his unique sound.
Join us as we explore Buttah's creative process, from how he curates playlists for his DJ sets to his transition from FL Studio to Ableton. We discuss his innovative approach to blending genres in hybrid sets and how he organizes his music for maximum impact. Most importantly, we delve into the community connections that have helped him secure gigs and thrive in the industry. This episode is filled with valuable insights and inspiration for anyone interested in the music scene.
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Welcome to SlamCast, where your hosts Neil and Brea chat with creatives about their process and how they navigate the grind of promoting themselves. In this episode of SlamCast, we sit down with the incredibly talented Sophia Eris, a multifaceted artist and DJ who has navigated a remarkable journey in the music industry. Sophia shares her story of moving to Minneapolis in 2008 to study music business at IPR, with no initial plans to become an artist herself. That changed in 2011 when she met Lizzo at a music festival, sparking a creative collaboration that led to their careers skyrocketing as they seized every opportunity that came their way. Sophia reflects on how Lizzo invited her to DJ on her first tour, a skill she learned on the go, and how this experience set the stage for her current success, including just returning from a year-long arena tour with Lizzo.
We also explore Sophia's experience as an on-air radio host while balancing her touring life, her thoughts on the benefits of collaboration with a creative partner, and the importance of sync licensing deals for musicians. She shares how her connection to the Minneapolis community keeps her grounded and offers advice to aspiring artists about staying true to their intentions and finding a manager to help propel their careers while they focus on the art. From stealing aux cords to selling out arena shows, Sophia Eris's story is both inspiring and empowering.
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Welcome to SlamCast, where your hosts Neil and Brea chat with creatives about their process and how they navigate the grind of promoting themselves. In this episode of SlamCast, we sit down with Chuck Love, a versatile house music producer, DJ, and multi-instrumentalist. Chuck shares his journey from his early days as "Baby Chuck Love," learning to play various instruments in his household and school, to his evolution from producing music to DJing. We explore how he left his original tracks for other DJs to discover, planting seeds of creative inspiration. Chuck also discusses the significant shift from hardware to software in his production process and reminisces about his early gigs producing music for commercials and TV.
We dive into his recent exploration of bass music, the motivation behind his creativity, and how necessityâlike upcoming showsâdrives him to create new music for his audience. Chuck, known for his house music production, reflects on his time teaching recording arts at Slam Academy and how sobriety has given him a specific clarity in his creative projects. He also touches on the profound influence Prince has had on his career and his ongoing passion for learning new instruments. Join us for an inspiring conversation with an artist who continues to innovate and push the boundaries of his craft.
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Welcome to SlamCast, where your hosts Neil and Brea chat with creatives about their process and how they navigate the grind of promoting themselves. In this episode of Slamcast, we sit down with Mike Rat, a bass music producer, DJ, and instructor at Slam Academy. Mike shares how he found his way into the Slam Academy community. From witnessing a performer lose themselves in the music, Mike was inspired to create his own electric sounds and samplers, eventually discovering his passion for teaching through private lessons. Teaching, for him, feels sacred and has become a significant part of his life, especially as the in-person Ableton instructor at Slam Academy, where each class takes on its own unique life.
Mike also opens up about his personal journey, including learning about his birth family's creative roots after being adopted and how moving to Minneapolis quickly led to shows and opportunities. We discuss the challenges of self-promotion for talented individuals, the supportive, community-driven music scene in the Twin Cities, and the incredible sober community that has helped Mike enjoy more shows and channel his creativity into his music. He shares insights on the importance of consistency, habitual practice, and collaboration, including his new project "Skavi," which embraces the spirit of teamwork. Don't miss this deep dive into the mind of an inspiring artist and teacher.
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Welcome to SlamCast, where your hosts Neil and Brea chat with creatives about their process and how they navigate the grind of promoting themselves. This episode features Virtual Riot, a music producer and YouTuber, who shares his journey from moving to Minneapolis to teaching advanced music production classes, all while navigating sobriety. We explore his beginnings on YouTube, the serendipitous gig that boosted his career, and his rise in the electronic music scene through EPs, collaborations, and remixes.
Virtual Riot opens up about the importance of falling in love with your craft, the role of vulnerability in connecting with fans, and his approach to creating and finishing tracks. From childhood ghost hunting videos to playing piano at age six, he reflects on the diverse inspirations that shaped his artistry. Tune in to hear about his passion for video animation and how it enhances his live shows. Don't miss this insightful conversation filled with personal anecdotes and valuable advice for any creative.
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Welcome to SlamCast, where your hosts Neil and Brea chat with creatives about their process and how they navigate the grind of promoting themselves. This week they sit down with Lady Midnight, an electro RnB artist, performer, and educator.
On this episode of SlamCast, we begin with Lady Midnight taking us through her upbringing around salsa and compas music. These genres were very formative for young Midnight. She grew up surrounded by a lot of music and received ample support for her artistic endeavors. Despite the challenges of being a female in the music industry, Lady Midnight is determined to become more self-sufficient by learning Ableton Live here at Slam Academy.
Her most recent project is centered around water. Midnight spent a month in Costa Rica recording water sounds and footage for her upcoming project. Lady Midnight expresses her passion for using her voice to be a protector of water. âWithout water, there is no life,â says Midnight. With her recordings and connections made around water, there is no stopping the force that is Lady Midnight. Make sure to watch the full video to soak in all of her wisdom and passion.
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Welcome to SlamCast, where your hosts Neil and Brea chat with creatives about their process and how they navigate the grind of promoting themselves. This week they sit down with Mickey Breeze, a highly accomplished DJ, artist, and educator.
We get into the origin story of Breeze to learn how his family support and their background led him to being a DJ at the age of 10. We chat about what keeps him motivated as an independent artist.
We also get behind the scene tips about Breezeâs performance setup. Itâs a mixture between Ableton and Serato. In a seamless combination of both of these softwares he uses Rane Twelve turn tables with a 72 mixer to send digital signals to his computer. He also incorporates a Midi Fighter 64 using midi clips from Ableton.
Lastly, Mickey Breeze gives us his top tips and tricks to be a âsuccessfulâ artist on social media and in real life. He tells the audience to expose as much of the process as you can. People want the whole package. Listen to the full episode to find out more!
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Welcome to SlamCast, where your hosts Neil and Brea chat with creatives about their process and how they navigate the grind of promoting themselves. This week they sit down with Stefon Bionik Taylor. He is a composer, producer, & multi-instrumentalist from the Twin Cities who strives to contribute to the community through creation, collaboration, and teaching.
Like the part-human, part-machine allusions of his nickname, Bionik is at one in both acoustic and electronic realms. Bionik has composed, arranged, and collaborated on countless records with classic and contemporary artists ranging from Lizzo to Phil Collins.
In this episode of SlamCast, Bionik gives us a run down of his start into music production in the Early 90âs. We get into his inspiration to switch from Pro Tools to Ableton production and how it lead him to Slam Academy. We talk about his career as a whole and how creativity comes in seasons. Following these cycles in your own growth is a crucial part to enjoying the process and flowing naturally through it. We also talk about the progression of technology and promotion. Bionikâs key advice is to never get stuck in one lane. Always evolve & put your work out there for people to hear. Youâll be happy youâve left yourself a trail of progress breadcrumbs for future you to look back on.
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Welcome to the first episode of Slamcast, where your hosts Neil and Brea chat with creatives about their process and how they navigate the grind of promoting themselves. This week they sit down with James Patrick, the owner and co-founder of Slam Academy. He is also a sound artist, music producer, and educator. He has been creating original electronic music and preforming live since the 1990s.
We get into the background story of Slam Academy and how itâs success in the industry helps foster growth for musicians at any stage of their career. Slam Academy was made for playing and having fun. JP believes this is the fastest way to growth and âsuccessâ. We also dive into sound system culture and how connecting with humans on a vibrational level is so essential to relationships. We discuss the connection to musicians and people on some sort of spectrum. Slam Academy has helped countless non-traditional learners find their own journey down a non-traditional path. We chat about finding happiness alongside of the âgrindâ and how important it is to find your third space. For majority of the staff & students at Slam, this third space is music.
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Welcome to Slam cast where hosts Neil and Brea chat with creatives about their process and how they navigate the grind of promoting themselves. Slamcast is produced at Slam Academy, an online and in person music production school based in Minneapolis Minnesota. Letâs get into it.
