Made for Music

Today’s friend of the podcast has accomplished a LOT in a very short period of time. She kicked off her performance career a few years back during a high school talent show, and the stages have only gotten larger since. In the past year alone, she performed in the opening slot for Ryan Caraveo at the Neptune Theatre, Neumos for Capitol Hill Block Party, and Bumbershoot. She’s partnered with season...

Today is a special episode consisting of not one, not two, but THREE friends of the podcast. Hailing from Federal Way, these guys become the epitome of hustlers in the music game. On top of that, they’re experts at delivering an energetic live show. The other day I saw them execute an amazing, impromptu freestyle at the Ayo Dot & The Uppercuts show. What may be most impressive is how air tight...

Today is a special episode consisting of not one, not two, but THREE friends of the podcast. Hailing from Federal Way, these guys become the epitome of hustlers in the music game. On top of that, they’re experts at delivering an energetic live show. The other day I saw them execute an amazing, impromptu freestyle at the Ayo Dot & The Uppercuts show. What may be most impressive is how air tight...

From a touring vocal jazz choir and a brief stint rapping, this walking jukebox is amidst an incredibly unique and intriguing roll out of his second EP “Easy” - inspired by the likes of D’Angelo, Justin Timberlake, and The Neptunes - which drops March 4th.

Today’s friend of the podcast has been playing piano since age seven, studied classical voice starting at 14, classical and jazz vocal performance – as well as choral conducting - in college, musical theatre for a decade, and if that’s not impressive enough for you – she was part of Pocket Panda – an established indie rock band. Say hello to the insanely talented, oh-so-melodic, Anna St. Lee.

This week’s friend of the podcast got is start free-styling with his friends. When he returned to Seattle from school in Pittsburgh, he started a rap duo with a random roommate who turned out to be a saxophone player, leading to frequent jam sessions and collaborations. After a year of scheming, he came out with Marshall Law Band, playing over 30 shows over the course of the year and is preparing...

Visiting with Made for Music on her first ever tour, the night after playing Black Lodge in Seattle, this LA singer-songwriter dropped by to chat about busking in Ireland, her debut release, tour management, and more great DIY music tips. She also just recently started working with episode 3 guest, Evan Johnson! So without further ado, please welcome a lover of Cloud Nothings, Frankie Cosmos, and...

From trombone in middle school to selling out rap shows at Neumos, this guy has had quite the musical journey. 8 years ago, upon his return to Seattle he founded hip hop group The Bad Tenants, who recently dropped an amazing new single "Switch" with prior pod guest, Nick Weaver. We chat about The Bad Tenants journey to selling out Neumos, being a new father, and how he and his wife manage to balan...

Today's friend of the podcast kickstarted her career in music, producing music-focused DVDs. From there she become part of the Film and TV Music department at Bug Music. Since then, she's moved into the music publishing space seeking to create a more boutique experience for independent musicians. She does it all from music and TV music pitching, to setting up songwriters with co-writing sessions....

This week's friend of the podcast is a musician, engineer, and producer. Throughout his career, he’s worked with artists such as Rickie Lee Jones, Ben Harper, Ryan Adams, Charlie Musselwhite, and many more – including Seattle’s own, Tobias the Owl. So please welcome – hailing from Los Angeles, by way of Seattle and San Francisco – Grammy award winner, Sheldon Gomberg.

Today’s friend of the podcast comes from an extremely musical family. Growing up on Jeff Buckley, Radiohead, Manchester Orchestra, and the music of his family this artist got his start on bass guitar. He took up the saxophone in grade school band, and has since graduated to guitar. He moved to Seattle from Wisconsin back in 2013 where he joined his brother’s band Faintly - which later became Among...

This week's guest is keeping himself busy! Not only is he writing and producing his own music, he's launching his own record label in Los Angeles, "Kickback Collective Audio". Hailing from Los Angeles, by way of Seattle, please welcome the man I'll always remember as my younger brother's junior high prep school buddy, Jordan Decker.

This week's friend of the podcast is an incredible vocalist, songwriter, and business woman. She released her debut EP "Long Night" in 2016 and is currently collaborating with Jake Crocker on her next project, which features a transition from soul to pop. She also launched the app "Parke Ave" - a music business networking platform. Say hello to the woman with the platinum voice, a creative powerho...

This guy started producing content just over 2 years ago, but has been cranking out content ever since. Inspired by Deadmau5 and Madeon, he just released his third record in less than three years, Restart (featuring yours truly). Say hello to the man who’s career was kick-started by a New Years' Resolution, with a pancake truck as his backup plan, Marin County's own Marc Gleckman.

Today’s guest is one of the most accomplished people in Seattle - not just in the music scene. He’s been recognized as one of the top doctors in Seattle, is a professor at the University of Washington, founded the Seattle acoustic festival, recently finished a record with a Grammy award winning producer, has a song placed in the “Steam Engines of Oz” - in which he also has a voice acting role alon...

This week's guest is KILLING the game. He's coming off the heels of multiple sold out shows, including Neumos and the Neptune Theatre. This summer he'll be joining the lineups for Paradiso, Capitol Hill Block Party, and Bumbershoot. He's also the producer behind the records of Scarlet Parke, Sam Lachow, and Ryan Carveo. Say hello to Seattle's upcoming hit-maker, and fellow podcaster, Jake Crocker.

Today's friend of the podcast is one of the best front-man I've had the pleasure of seeing perform here in the local scene. Between his solo releases and his band, he delivers uncanny rhymes over smooth instrumentals, with tinge of soul and rock n roll. Coming off the release of his single "Two Wests" - he's gearing up to play Rhythm and Rye in Olympia, with is band, on June 2nd. Hailing from Lago...

From Seattle to Los Angeles, and back, this rapper has been picking up some major steam. Four short months ago this man was opening for Ayo Dot and the Uppercuts at Neumos. He's now set to headline the club on a Friday (June 8th). He also recently toured Germany, where he has developed quite the avid following. Coming off the heels of his latest single "Exit That Way" - say hello to Seattle's own...

This week's friend of the podcast has been writing for the Seattle Chinese Times going on 7 years now, ran an e-gamer podcast, is an avid music fan, and has a brief cameo in a Macklemore music video. Say hello to the man I immediately turn to regarding any new information about Marvel or DC comics, Paul Agnelli.

Today's friend of the podcast is a Seattle native who has taken her music all over the country. She attended the Point Park U. Conservatory of Performing Arts in Pittsburgh - with a focus on theatre. Since graduating, some of her many accomplishments include doing a cappella at Hershey Park, singing in the #1 ranked top 40s band for Carnival Cruise Lines, and voiceover and BGV work in New York Cit...

This Ableton guru is a producer, singer-songwriter and is gearing up to release his EP "Waiting for Heaven" this Friday, April 6th. He does audio and video editing for some local tech firms, the  "All My Friends Podcast" (hosted by week 3 guest Evan Johnson), and is producing Duncan's (host) EP. Say hello to the king of wack subject lines, Emperidol (Aaron Carstensen). 

Today's guest has been writing and photographing for Seattle Music News coming on three-and-a-half years now. From Dave Matthews and The Struts to your favorite up-and-coming local acts - this man shoots it all! Please say hello to man who's photo career was kick-started by a tax refund, Phillip Johnson. 

Hailing from San Diego, she traded piano for drums at age 11 and hasn’t looked back since. She was the drummer, co-vocalist, and songwriter for Bad Things, which toured with the likes of 30 Seconds to Mars and Phantogram, played Lollapalooza, and appeared on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Since then, she’s launched her own solo artist career, releasing three singles and two music videos. Say...

McGill University was far from the beginning for this talented musician / producer. Since founding his first band in high school nearly 10 years ago, he has been an active part of more than 8 projects - 4 of which are currently active. From pop and jazz to funk fusion, this man rocks the guitar, keyboards, sings, and “half decently shakes a shaker” for bands based in both Seattle and Japan. Say he...

Hailing from Minnesota, this man has become a pivotal piece of the Seattle scene on both the local and national level. He kickstarted his career in music as an intern at KEXP in the programming department. Shortly thereafter he moved into booking, and is now the Talent Buyer for Neumos , where he's brought in acts such as Sol, Shaggy, and a host of rising stars in the Pacific Northwest. He's also...