Poducer

The Podcast for Producers Dr. Ushūu returns to Poducer for a deep conversation about his new 140 era, the rise of “Camden Town,” rediscovering why he loves making music, and learning how to stop overcomplicating creativity. We talk about the shift from heavy dubstep into deeper, dance-focused 140, going viral by simply enjoying his own music, rebuilding his artist identity around who he actually i...

Poducer | The Podcast for Producers Wreckno and Gardella pull up for a chaotic, funny, and honest conversation about bass music, queer identity in EDM, social media burnout, and the reality of building a career in electronic music. A big part of this episode dives into Wreckno’s experience navigating the scene as a queer and gender non-conforming artist, the evolution of inclusivity in dance music...

Poducer | The Podcast for Producers Jerry sits down with PAV4N, legendary MC, rapper, and founding member of Foreign Beggars, for one of the most in-depth conversations in Poducer x NSW yet. This episode explores UK rave culture, drum and bass history, MC culture, bass music, and PAV4N’s journey from growing up between Dubai and the UK to becoming one of electronic music’s most respected voices. P...

Poducer | The Podcast for Producers Super Future and Daggz join Jerry on Poducer, the podcast for producers, to talk about life as touring DJs, music production, and the realities of building a career in electronic music. From bass music and DJ culture to burnout and creativity, this episode covers what it really takes to sustain a long-term path as an artist. Follow Super Future & Daggz: Super Fu...

Poducer | The Podcast for Producers Jerry sits down with Loqum to talk about club music, cultural identity, and finding your sound within a globalized music landscape. The conversation covers Loqum’s roots in Turkey, his journey into Chicago’s dance music scene, and how genres like footwork, juke, and jungle continue to evolve today. Loqum Instagram https://www.instagram.com/_loqum/ Linktree https...

Poducer | The Podcast for Producers Jerry sits down with Ben Moskow (The Real Ones) to talk about independent media, podcasting, and the evolving creator economy. The conversation covers Ben’s background in media, how The Real Ones started, the rise of Substack and newsletters, and what it takes to build sustainable independent platforms in an increasingly crowded media landscape. Ben Moskow Insta...

Poducer | The Podcast for Producers On this episode of Poducer, Jerry sits down with Neumonic, Northern Road, and Kiefer Ian for a conversation about the realities of building a career in electronic music. The discussion moves from early influences and first concerts into the path from DJing to producing, and how artists eventually find the sound that feels like their own. Neumonic talks about lan...

Poducer | The Podcast for Producers In this episode of Poducer, the podcast for producers, we sit down with VCTRE (Vector), a Denver-based producer and artist navigating the balance between creativity, consistency, and building a sustainable lane in today’s music world. From curating his own shows and designing the full experience around them to figuring out how to promote without feeling corny, V...

Poducer | The Podcast for Producers Richard Finger pulls up to Poducer for pure chaos, Red Rocks stories, internet conspiracies, and how a joke project turned into a real movement. Join the Discord https://discord.gg/qSaPcpJAET Follow Richard Finger https://richardfinger.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnj8v9yb...

In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Shami Sosa, a Chicago-based media producer, musician, and community builder whose work lives at the intersection of creativity, technology, and culture. From growing up immersed in photography and graffiti to producing music and building community spaces, Shami shares how wearing many hats shaped his creative identity. We dig into his journey from makin...

In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Combine, a producer and DJ whose sound lives at the intersection of engineering precision and creative risk. From growing up in North Wales to building a life between Oregon, touring, and a demanding day job, Combine talks about staying consistent while still pushing his own artistic lane. We dig into why originality isn’t optional, why the scene rememb...

In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with guesst, an artist and producer whose work lives at the intersection of electronic music, community, and intentional creation. guesst shares how collaboration, curiosity, and consistency have shaped their path. We talk about the “zone 2” mindset and building self trust by working at a sustainable pace, and how that philosophy applies directly to music ma...

In this NSW x Poducer episode, we sit down with Medicine Place for a super honest, wide-ranging talk on where he comes from, what keeps him grounded, and why he sees this project as bigger than just playing shows. We get into his roots in basketball (and how that “trust the process” mindset carries straight into music), growing up fast, and being a “product of good friends” the mentors and homies...

In this NSW x Poducer episode, we sit down with Denver-based dubstep producer CØNTRA, whose path spans Suzuki violin, metal guitar, and 16+ years of bass music exploration. From growing up in the California redwoods to relocating to Denver, CØNTRA shares how nature, travel, and rave culture shaped his sound and artistic identity. The conversation gets real as he opens up about OCD, anxiety, sobrie...

In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Zen Selekta, a DJ and producer whose fusion of spirituality, intention, and raw energy has defined her signature ceremonial bass sound. From Atlanta roots to festival stages, Zen Selekta shares how meditation, breathwork, and self-reflection shape her creative process and keep her grounded on and off stage. She opens up about transforming anxiety into p...

In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Slot-A — a Chicago-based DJ, producer, curator, and community-builder whose journey bridges Detroit grit and Chicago soul. Known for his work with Jamila Woods, his Open Swim Chicago event series, and deep roots in the city’s underground, Slot-A embodies what it means to turn passion into longevity. From growing up in Ypsilanti, Michigan, to producing i...

In this Poducer: Chicago Series episode, we sit down with Aria Pedraza, community archivist and founder of the Midwest Rave Culture Archive (MWRCA) — a living digital collection preserving the Midwest’s underground electronic music history. From growing up surrounded by DJs and renegade parties to scanning and cataloging decades of flyers, zines, cassette tapes, and VHS footage, Aria shares how th...

In this Poducer: Chicago Series episode, we sit down with John Rynecki, a DJ, producer, event promoter, and educator whose mission is simple: bring abundance to the dance floor. From growing up across Panama, Puerto Rico, and Germany to finding his creative home in Chicago, John shares how his multicultural upbringing shaped his sound and his vision for a more collaborative, community-driven night...

In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Dr. Shannon Switzer, Doctor of Audiology at Sensaphonics, the Chicago based clinic trusted by touring artists around the world. Specializing in music industry hearing health, Dr. Switzer bridges the gap between science and sound, helping musicians protect the very tool that defines their craft. From growing up in Vermont to studying audiology at Northwe...

In this collaboration episode of Poducer with NSW, we sit down with Detroit-based producer DÊTRE (pronounced “Detra”) an artist whose path runs from guitars and rap vocals to intricate bass design, blending grit, groove, and raw self-expression. He grows weed by day (as an irrigation manager) to building bass-heavy tracks rooted in emotion and precision, DÊTRE opens up about his creative evolution...

In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Chicago creatives Greg Corner — bassist, DJ, promoter, and co-founder of the legendary Darkwave Disco parties. From playing bass with Kill Hannah to booking breakout artists at JBTV, Greg has lived through multiple eras of Chicago music and helped shape the city’s underground into a global influence. He shares the journey from sneaking into raves and pu...

In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Zino B and Jimmy Bonks — producers, engineers, and co-founders of Channel Recording Company, a brand-new Chicago studio designed to feel like a living room while sounding world-class. They share the story of transforming a raw warehouse into a fully treated space in Fort Knox Studios, complete with cedar diffusion walls, a 25×25 ft live room, and a glas...

In this episode of Poducer, recorded live at Summer’s End Smokeout in Republic, Michigan, we sit down with Porch (Nick Loporchio) — a multi-instrumentalist and producer whose journey bridges music, science, and spirit. From his first spark of inspiration through Weird Al parodies to years of playing guitar, handbells, and powerlifting, Porch opens up about the pivotal injury that led him toward re...

In this collaboration episode of Poducer with NSW, we sit down with UK producer HIJINX (formerly known as Mr. K) — an artist who’s evolved from heavyweight dubstep roots into a boundary-pushing sound that blends groove, texture, and raw energy. From his beginnings in Essex and early raves at Brixton Academy to releasing on respected labels like 1985 Music, White Peach, and his own imprint Fortune,...

In this episode of Poducer, recorded live at Summer’s End Smokeout in Republic, Michigan, we sit down with Hypho and CØNTRA — two forward-thinking artists bridging UK and US bass culture with a shared love for heavy sound design, collaboration, and community. Hypho reflects on his roots in Manchester’s dubstep and MC scene, releasing on labels like Swamp81 before co-founding Manuka Records, while...