Ableton Certified Trainer- Dan Giffin talks with today's industry experts and Ableton Live artists. We'll explore all things music from studio to stage.
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In this episode, SoDown shares his journey from business school to playing sold-out shows, and insights into his music production techniques. SoDown also explores the potential impact of AI and on the music industry, expressing optimism about its ability to enhance workflows and create new creative opportunities, while emphasizing the value of human connection in music.
A native of Boulder, CO, SoDown (Ehren) has developed a signature style that fuses dubstep, funk, and jazz elements, setting him apart in the genre. His achievements include headlining tours across North America, performing at major festivals like Electric Forest, Beyond Wonderland, Lost Lands, and amassing a dedicated fanbase with his memorable live performances. Additionally, SoDown has collaborated with notable artists like Big Gigantic, NGHTMRE, Def3, GorillaT, and others. He recently released his album "Colors of The Mind," on 11/20/2024.
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#173 - Grabbitz
In this episode Nick (Grabbitz) talks about his music journey, production techniques, Logic Pro vs. Live, vocal recording tips, insights on building a fan community, and the launch of his label Blue Butterfly Records.
Grabbitz is a multifaceted artist from Buffalo, NY known for his bass-driven and rock-electronic fusion of genres. His career highlights include high-profile collaborations with music giants like Deadmau5 on "Let Go" and Rezz on the chart-topping "Someone Else," which hit #12 on the U.S. Alternative charts. Grabbitz has also joined forces with Illenium, Zedd, Subtronics, NGHTMRE, and Sullivan King, infusing live instrumentation into his performances pushing the boundaries. Grabbitz recently released his EP In The Dark with the launch of Blue Butterfly Records.
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#172 - Live 12.1 Updates w/ Sidebrain
In this episode, Sidebrain and Dan discuss new Ableton Live 12.1 updates, Ableton's Move controller, Max for Live devices and more.
Sidebrain (Yeuda Ben-Atar) is an Ableton Certified Trainer and has worked with major artists like Timbaland, Skrillex, Ludacris, Flying Lotus, and Giorgio Moroder. He also founded BeatLabAcademy.com teaching music production and more.
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Learn more at: https://evo.audio/products
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#171 - Opiuo
In this episode Opiuo (Oscar) shares about his unique live performance setup and production, mixing tips, creative workflows, favorite plugins and gear, collaborating on his recent EP, and more.
Opiuo, the musical project of Oscar Davey-Wraight, is known for his unique blend of funkadelic bass and electrifying live performances. He has sold out iconic venues like Colorado's Red Rocks Amphitheatre and played major festivals including Lollapalooza, Glastonbury, and Coachella. With multiple awards under his belt, including the New Zealand Music Award for Best Electronic Album in 2014, Opiuo has earned global recognition. His expansive career spans multi-genre albums, and collaborations with artists like Gwen Stefani and Griz. Opiuo recently released his new EP titled Underground with Ashez.
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Special thanks to the Black Box venue in Denver, CO for hosting this episode.
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#170 - Helado Negro
In this episode, Roberto (Helado Negro) shares his professional experience recording foley for film and animation, his creative production workflows, vocal recording process, favorite gear, his new album PHASOR, and more.
Roberto Carlos Lange, known as Helado Negro, creates immersive dreamscapes with vibrant melodies and bilingual lyrics. In addition to his music, Lange has worked with Comedy Central and contributed foley and sound for the popular animation series Robot Chicken. Drawing from his South Florida upbringing and Ecuadorian heritage, his genre-defying music is shaped by his experiences in Brooklyn, Texas, and Asheville. A graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design, Lange's work spans video, sculpture, and sound, with his latest album, PHASOR, showcasing his collaborative and innovative spirit.
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Ableton Certified Trainer- Dan Giffin talks with today's industry experts and Ableton Live artists. We'll explore all things music from studio to stage.
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