SlamCast

This week on SlamCast, we’re joined by Fairy Boat, an introspective music project blending R&B, jazz, and indie into a soulfully immersive sound. Led by songwriter and producer Brea Scow, Fairy Boat creates music that’s both emotional and expansive—brought to life with the help of close friends and collaborators. Their debut EP, slow down, was released in early May and showcases the group’s de...

In this episode of SlamCast , we sit down with Michaelton — a sound artist, ambient music producer, and artist coach who blends music technology with mindfulness and wellness. Through his entrepreneurship and deep understanding of the creative process, Michaelton helps artists navigate emotional blocks and live more integrated, expressive lives. We dive into his love for ambient music and how soun...

In this episode of SlamCast , we sit down with Shawn Who, a Native American bass music producer, DJ, and audio engineer who’s carving out a unique lane in the electronic scene by blending tradition with innovation. Fresh off the release of his powerful new track “Still Here” (featuring Thomas X and the Little Bear Singers), Shawn shares the inspiration behind the song and what it means to create m...

This week on SlamCast , we’re joined by Maddy O’Neal, a powerhouse bass music producer and DJ known for her electrifying live performances and dynamic production style. In this episode, we dive deep into the touring lifestyle and how Maddy masterfully balances the ebb and flow between life on the road and time in the studio. We talk about her live rig setup and how she crafts her unique sound on s...

This week on SlamCast , we’re joined by Alexis Rose, a house music DJ and producer from the Twin Cities who brings energy, heart, and a deep passion for the scene she’s helped shape. She shares how her journey started in the after-hours haze of a dubstep show and how that moment sparked a love for DJing that’s only grown stronger. Through every challenge, Alexis has remained grounded in gratitude...

This week on SlamCast , we sit down with Mr. Bill , a multi-genre music producer, DJ, educator, and sound design expert. We take it back to where it all began—his deep-rooted passion for music, sparked by his parents' love for it. He shares how he started making music at 13, first by learning guitar from friends and later experimenting with GarageBand on his parents' iMac. From his early days with...

This week on SlamCast , we sit down with DJ Izzie P , a Twin Cities DJ known for her deep musical knowledge and technical skill. She shares how she first got into DJing by spinning at house parties and immersing herself in the local music scene from an early age. We dive into her experience as a multi-genre DJ, the styles she loves to mix, and what it’s like to DJ at events ranging from club night...

This week on SlamCast , we sit down with Drew Kinkade , the visionary behind Flavor World , a creative brand based in Minneapolis dedicated to empowering and inspiring artists. Drew shares the origins of Flavor World , detailing how the idea was years in the making and how he ultimately chose to pursue it full-time instead of an engineering degree. We dive into the early days of promotion, the pow...

Today on SlamCast , we sit down with Hugh Simons AKA Silkwyrm , a bass music producer, DJ, and private lesson instructor at Slam Academy. Hugh is also one half of Seven Swords , a bass music project with Neil McArthur. We talk about his journey into music, from learning instruments to diving into production, and how he balances a technical approach with creative flow. We also explore what Seven Sw...

In this week’s episode of SlamCast , we sit down with the one and only Nur-D, a powerhouse in the Twin Cities hip-hop scene since 2018. From open mics to stadium performances, Nur-D brings a unique blend of pop culture, geek-chic energy, and raw emotional honesty to his music. His journey is nothing short of inspiring! We dive into how an open mic competition sparked his rap career, how he adapted...

In this week’s episode of SlamCast, we sit down with the incredibly talented and multifaceted artist, Eylxr. A creator of sound wave alchemy, clothing designs, visual art, and dream depictions, she also serves as a teacher's assistant and private lesson instructor at Slam Academy. Eylxr is a true inspiration, sharing her wisdom and passion for art that connects and heals. Eylxr discusses her journ...

In the Season 2 premiere of Slamcast, we sit down with Adam Bohanan, a Twin Cities-based musician who frequently performs in NYC and tours nationwide. Adam, a semi-finalist on The Voice Season 26 (Team Reba), shares his journey from open mic nights in New York City and Minneapolis to performing on one of the biggest stages in music. Moving to Minneapolis during the pandemic, Adam found his footing...

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 chat with Alden Groves, aka Evoke, a non-binary singer, rapper, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Queens, NY. From their early obsession with Guitar Hero , which inspired them to pick up a real guitar, to sta...

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 Jen Symmetry, a talented bass-driven producer, DJ, and promoter with a passion for pushing boundaries in electronic music. Jen shares her journey, from discovering electronic music in high school to DJing...

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 Terrell X, also known as Carnage the Executioner, a Minneapolis-based hip-hop artist, beatboxer, emcee, and producer. From his early days discovering rhythm and beatboxing as a child to performing in his h...

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, we’re 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 Producing”. Underbelly started playing classical...

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...

Welcome back to Slamcast! In this episode, we’re 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, Buttah’s 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...

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 busin...

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 sch...

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 ins...

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...

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 formativ...

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 hi...

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 all...