Finding Balance in EDM WITH DONPAIRION AT PH7 RECORDS

Episode 38 featuring Baess Kitty. She is a Dallas, TX based Producer and DJ. She is skilled in abelton and procreate, plus much more. Explore her art and music at links below. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6fyAdPky03VI39c1DTi2kF?si=a6yncXHjQsSudCzLIKB0Rg Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/baess_kitty?igsh=NnB2MG16bW51YTBo⁠ Summary In this episode of the PH7 Pod, host Donpairion inter...

Episode 37 feat. 9remedies, Dallas, TX based Producer & DJ, and co-founder of Ten Hut Collective. 9 remedies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9remediesmusic/ 9 remedies Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5e0P2NAqRwj85cuItVWyWj?si=XFYiUY8rQMiW_LsXCThlEA Summary In this episode of PH7 Pod, host Don Perrion interviews Nine Remedies, a Dallas-based producer and DJ from the Ten Hut Collec...

Episode 36, feat GHST, Los Angeles, California, based Producer & DJ. He focuses on Bass House Dance music. It has a unique perspective and delivers the bass in a groovy way. GHST Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghst_music/ GHST Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4RHy3pt3nX940Y9pZWjuaU?si=M4WW-JQIQ4uloXYRcuqaqQ Takeaways GHST's journey began in high school with rock and metal bands....

Episode 35 feat Houston, TX. based Producer & DJ, B_Jezzyy. From Chicago to Spain and back to Texas, he keeps releasing the deep and dirty minimal tech house. B_Jezzyy Website: https://bjezzyy.com/ Takeaways B_JEZZYY transitioned from hip-hop to house music after discovering his passion for the genre. Networking is crucial in the music industry; asking for help can lead to opportunities. The c...

Episode 34 feat DJ S.Y.E. based in Arlington, TX. So much to learn from the multiple decades of dance music. This producer/DJ dives deep into his journey to building community. DJ S.Y.E. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/djsye5579?igsh=MXh5bnlubTV6NjMy Takeaways DJ S.Y.E's journey into EDM began in 1996. The Dallas EDM scene has evolved significantly over the years. Stage design plays a cruci...

Episode 33, feat. Dallas, TX Based Producer/DJ, ILY! Learn about his collective called Ten Hut Collective. Wonderful story of him creating community in Dallas, and deriving inspiration from the same community he is building. ILY! Socials: linktr.ee Takeaways Music has always been a part of ILY!'s life. Transitioning from indie to dance music improved ILY!'s production skills. Community and...

Episode 32 feat. Swayze, Houston based Producer/DJ focusing on Melodic and House and Techno. Swayze Socials: Swayze (@swayzehouston) • Instagram photos and videos Takeaways Swayze is a Houston local favorite DJ and producer known for his melodic hard techno sound. His track Ember is a melodic progressive house track that fits into the pH seven catalog. Swayze was influenced by his father, who was...

Episode 31, feat Not Yurs, Producer DJs based in Phoinix, Arizona. Not Yurs Links: @Not_Yurs | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree Takeaways Building a strong network and collaborating with other artists can lead to new opportunities and connections. The creative process involves experimenting with different sounds and collaborating with vocalists and producers. Planning and preparation are key in releas...

Episode 30, feat Jamsheddy, Houston based Producer and DJ. Dive on in! Jamsheddy Links: https://linktr.ee/jamsheddy Takeaways JamSheddy has been DJing since he was 15 and was inspired by DJs like Tiësto, Corsten, and Above and Beyond. He took a break from DJing to focus on family but recently returned to performing after his wife encouraged him to pursue his dream. Farzain enjoys playing a variety...

Episode 29, feat Lindsay and Jake, Owners of TerraNova, and Operators of NOVA FEST. Get ready for their 2nd Annual festival for local creators, connecting Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and those in between. If you want to learn about building stages, lightings, visuals, sound production, connecting creatives of physical art and music, this is the episode for you. They create a huge platfor...

Episode 28 feat Xillabeats. Based in Houston, TX. Xillabeats Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1915vb1I562tJDi11VpfoN?si=TMNDmlaeRlGqpObr6uVdOg Xillabeats Instagram: XILLA (@xillabeats) • Instagram photos and videos Summary In this episode, Donpairion interviews Xilla, a Houston-based producer and DJ. They discuss Xilla's background in music, his journey into production, and his love fo...

Episode 27, Feat. Donpairion, Producer/DJ, based in Austin, TX. Summary In this episode, Donovan explores the Austin, Texas electronic music scene and shares his knowledge of event companies, festivals, venues, and sponsors. He discusses the event companies Real Music, Disco Donnie, and Illfest, and the festivals they own such as Seismic Dance Events and Freaky Deaky. Donovan also highlights local...

Episode 26 feat Chris Gooding. Based in Houston, TX. Chris Gooding Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/54deGWDs0IIoaL83kLuih8 Chris Gooding Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/artist/chris-gooding/987188 Chris Gooding Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamchrisgooding/ Summary In this episode, host Don Pairion interviews producer and DJ Chris Gooding. Chris shares his unique journey from bei...

Episode 25 feat. Aman Kahlon, Producer/DJ, London, UK. Aman's social media: https://www.instagram.com/amankahlonmusic/ PH7 Records social media: https://www.instagram.com/ph7recordsmedia/ Donpairion social media: https://www.instagram.com/donpairionmusic/ Takeaways Aman Kahlon's unreleased tracks 'Paradise Bound' and 'Endless' represent different sides of his music, with &#...

Episode 24, ft. Racket Club. Based in Los Angeles, CA. Takeaways 1. Finding balance as a creative in the music industry requires a strong mindset and the ability to prioritize and make sacrifices. 2. Building relationships, both online and in person, is crucial for success in the music industry. 3. Jon Gilman's journey as an artist started with playing drums in elementary school and eventually...

Episode 23, ft. HERZO. Based in Austin, TX. Key Takeaways 1. Herzo is a tech house Producer/DJ influenced by Trap and Bass early in his caeer. 2. Herzo made a name for himself by staying consistent in the Austin, TX scene since 2015. 3. Herzo is a cosmic Academy alum, who says it helped his production and branding. 4. Hezo got his biggest stage experience at Concourse Project venue when he played...

Episode 22, ft. Om Shiva. Based in Houston, TX. Summary In this conversation, Om Shiva discusses his love for dance music and the energy it brings. He shares his top five favorite artists and talks about his DJing style. They also discuss the special aspects of the city of Houston and the importance of family and connections in their lives. Om Shiva expresses his desire to get into music productio...

Episode 21, ft. Tristan ChantZ. Based in Los Angeles, California. Summary Tristan ChantZ, a West Coast LA producer and DJ, shares his journey into music and the underground scene. Recently signing songs to Space Yacht and Repopulate mars, now joining the family at PH7 as well. He talks about his inspirations, his approach to producing, and the importance of community in the music industry. Tristan...

Episode 20, ft. Ross Gott. Based in Houston, TX. Summary In this episode, Don interviews Ross Gott, a musician based in Houston, Texas. They discuss Ross's transition from his old project to his new one, his love for dance music, and his experiences at music festivals. Ross shares his journey as an artist, his inspirations, and the lessons he learned from attending a music production retreat i...

Episode 19, ft. Host, Donpairion, Based in Austin, TX. Summary In this conversation, Donovan provides a detailed breakdown of his track and shares his production techniques. He discusses his approach to writing, arranging, and mixing, as well as his use of various elements such as kicks, baselines, claps, hats, synths, and vocals. He also touches on topics like sidechaining, sound synthesis, and t...

Episode 18, ft. Zehv. Based in New York. Summary In this episode, Don interviews Zehv, a New York-based producer and DJ who transitioned from blues music to dance music. They discuss Zehv's journey as an artist, his approach to music production, and the importance of feedback and collaboration. Zehv shares his experiences with AI in music production and his love for the spiritual and transform...

Episode 17, ft. J33ffy. Based in Houston, TX. Summary In this conversation, Don interviews J33ffy, a resident DJ at Bauhaus venue in Houston. They discuss J33ffy's experiences working behind the scenes and DJing at Bauhaus, as well as his journey as an artist. They also talk about the importance of networking and supporting local artists. J33ffy shares his insights on organizing music for sets...

Episode 16, ft. SONNY OLIVERA. Based in San Diego, CA. Sound Bites "I always wanted to make beats since I was in high school." "Just get into your DAW every day, like 30 minutes a day." "Generally, less is more." "I do not want to be a financial advisor" "I feel like I have ideas to do things" "Avicii influenced me for sure" Summary In th...

Episode 15, ft. MAZADU. Based in Los Angeles, CA. Summary In this episode, Don Pairion interviews Mazadu, a house DJ and producer from Los Angeles. Mazadu discusses his journey as an artist, his gravitation towards melodic house, and his use of samples in his music. They also talk about the influence of other artists, the LA music scene, and Mazadu's brand, which incorporates Japanese elements...

Episode 14, ft. SASA. Based in Houston, TX. He has come a long way since Pakistan. He came to the US not fluent in English, only 7 years ago. Dive into his music, background, and journey. 05082024. Summary In this episode, Don Perignon interviews Sasa, a house DJ and producer based in Houston, Texas. Sasa shares his journey as a DJ and producer, starting from his move to the United States from Pak...