The Houston Element Podcast

This week we got to sit down with local recording and performing artist, ABRY. She tells us about her exposure to various genres of music growing up, performing in the entertainment industry at a young age, and what special techniques she uses to get creative and inspired to make and deliver a unique musical experience to her fans.   You can follow ABRY online @abry (IG), @abrymusic (FB)...

This week we had a special double feature & guest performance on IG Live feat. recording and performing artists, imaBda1 and Macho. Recording/performing artist, imaBda1, talks about coming up in the music scene from Austin, TX. R ecording/performing artist Macho tells us about how they met and started performing in music scene together at Houston shows. You can follow imaBda1 and Macho online...

THIS EPISODE CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE: This week we sit down with recording/performing artist and lyricist, The Songwriter. He shares with us how he uses the influences of passion and pain to create a unique vibe. He explains how his goal for his music to create an environment of peace and love. He also talks about how he does not let anything deter him from pushing his music forward.  You can...

This week we got to talk with a university student, a dog mom, and the CEO of Sol Skincare, which is based here in Houston, TX, Ms. Maya Barlow. She shares the inspiration behind her studying biomedical engineering and how she uses her passion to create unique, vegan skincare products to help people feel confident in their skin. You can follow Maya and learn more about Sol Skincare online on @sols...

This week we talk to the audio engineer behind such works including Self Titled by Music//For//Sad//People, My Disease by Driven By Insanity, and the single Take a Bow by Nitro City, Jonathan Jeffers. He shares with us is experience working in both studio and live sound. From working as a staff engineer at Lucky Run Studios to working as a live engineer at the Dosey Doe - The Big Barn, he explains...

THIS EPISODE CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE: This week we got to talk to local artist and rapper Po$ter Child. He tells us about his musical journey thus far, what he have plans for the future, and why he’s not like any other artist. You can watch the original Intagram live video on P o$ter Child's page now!  You can follow Po$ter Child on social media (FB/IG/YouTube) @posterchild91 and Chet Beverly...

THIS EPISODE CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE: This week we had the pleasure to talk with a new up and coming musician M usic//For//Sad//People . A local from Pearland, TX, the vocalist Brett decided that he wanted to create music that could make a positive impact and save lives. After releasing his debut album //SELF-TITLED//, he has been receiving support from thousands of fans online. Music//For//Sad//P...

This week we got to sit down with a traveler, a business man, a father, and the personality of 1 00 Dad, Townsend Russell. He shares his experience of running a business on the road, being an active father, and his journey to help encourage more dads to be active in their family’s life. 1 00 Dad is on tour 2022-2023 and are stopping in Houston! Check out their website below for more info. You can...

This week we got to catch up with our good friend and web designer at UTMB Galveston, Carla Bradley. She tells us about how she started out learning coding at the  local library and using google search, grew a love for photography, especially live events, and how she uses her skills to network with music artist all over the world. You can follow Carla on social media (FB/IG/Twitter) @carlabra...

This week we sit down with audio engineer, Reese Gartman . He tells us about his mixing technique, working in local studios including @neptune.studios, and making plans to open his own studio, Astro Sound, LLC. You can follow Reese online at his official website https://reesegartman.com and on social media @reesegartman (FB/IG/Twitter).  Special Credits: Beat by DJ the Mixtress (FB/IG/Twitter...

This week I have the proud pleasure to introduce a very special guest. He is an addiction recovery expert and the CEO/CFO of Robb Kelly Addiction Recovery, Dr. Robb Kelly. He shares with us his story of overcoming alcohol disease, his time as a session musician at the legendary @abbeyroadstudios, and how he started helping people world wide.  You can learn more about Dr. Kelly and Robb Kelly...

This week we get to sit down with an underrated hero of society. This person is not only responsible for the molding of the minds of her own children, but molding the minds of other people's children. She was an elementary teacher who retired after 20+ years. Today she continues her teaching career as a college level Spanish teacher. It is with great pleasure that I introduce you to Ms. Elvira Oli...

This week we sat down with local artist and rapper, YSG Tunee. He tells us about moving to Houston from NoLa, performing at iconic Houston venues such as Numbers and Houston Underground, as well as working with other artist from Houston, including Boyo Hype. You can follow YSG Tunee on social media @ysg_tunee (IG/FB/Twitter).  You can also visit his official website for a direct link to all a...

This week we sit down with hip hop artist and Galveston native, Jimmy Of The Saints. He tells us about starting his musical career as a youth, investing in his brand, creating his clothing line, Blessed Co., and his new album coming out soon, Saint Station 9. You can follow Jimmy on social media on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @jimmyofthesaints and his clothing line @weareblessedco.  Foll...

This week we sat down with local artist and creator of FreshxFlyxFamous Clothing line, Boyo Hype. We talk about the beginning of his career in music, fashion design, and working with family to create an empire that can be passed down for generations. Follow Boyo Hype on social media @boyohypexfff and his clothing line at @freshxflyxfamous. You can listen to his music online on Apple Music, Sound C...

*THIS EPISODE CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE. This week we were joined by local artist Sumthing Beddar, producer of Elliott Ross Productions, Elliott Harris, and finally studio engineer/producer, DJ the Mixtress. We talk about the new album from Sumthing Beddar called Pain Made Me Beddar set to debut 1/30/22. They talk about creating their team, working through the pandemic, and the inspiration for makin...

This week we had the pleasure to sit down with the owner of Audible Recording Studios and engineer, Random. He tells us about building his empire, focusing his energy on building his brand, and ensuring that his team continues to striving and thriving in the continuously growing industry. Follow Random on social media (IG/FB/Twitter) @rvndomhero/@audiblestudios.  For more info about Audible R...

This week we get to hear a very unique perspective about the production field. Introducing local crew stagehand from Houston, TX and one of my dear friends, Yvonne. We talk about the different roles and departments, safety tips, local venues for live sound production, and why she loves what she does for a living. For more info on how to get started in working in production, send us an email with y...

This week we sit down with musician, producer, lead engineer at The Lab 45 Recording Studios, and creator of The Houston Element podcast intro/outro beat, DJ the Mixtress. She tells us about how she started as a saxophonist, how she used her musical influences to create her mixing technique, & how to be open to learning in a continuously growing field of technology & art.  Follow DJ o...

*THIS EPISODE CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE. This week we had the pleasure to sit down with local artist, audio engineer, and producer, Mark Drew. He shared his journey from writing music, going to school for audio engineering, spending countless hours at Sugarhill Recording Studios honing his craft, his time working with Dope House Records, to becoming a local legend.  You can follow Mark on socia...

This week we sit down with live sound engineer and owner of Alpha Animal Productions, Sean Leek. He shares with us stories about his journey into live sound, how to network with other engineers and artist, what are the most important things to consider in order to be successful in the field. Follow Sean on social media @ Alpha Animal Productions (FB/IG).  Special Credits: Beat by DJ the Mixtr...

This week we sit down with studio engineer from The Lab 45 Recording Studios & podcaster from Live In The Lab, Tyler Marcantel. He talks about his preferred DAWs, work flow, and artist relations. Follow Tyler on social media (IG/FB) @tythe_sound guy and his podcast @live_inthelab and on YouYube @LiveInTheLab.  Special Credits: Beat by DJ the Mixtress (FB/IG/Twitter) @djthemixtress/@mixtre...

This week we sit down with live sound engineer from House of Blues Houston, Yaya. She shares tips about getting into live sound and how she stays prepared for any gig. Follow Yaya on social media (IG/FB) @justacurvynerdyaya.  Special Credits: Beat by DJ the Mixtress (FB/IG/Twitter) @djthemixtress/@mixtressmixedit

This week we invite producer and owner of IFLM Records, Rodney Chinelliott. He tells us about his musical career, engineering career, and what it's like to operate and work in a record label. Follow Rodney on social media (IG/FB) @ o.d.d.k.n.e.e. and @iflmrecords and on YouTube @IFLMRecords. Learn more about IFLM Records official website: iflmrecordsllc.com.  Special Credits: Beat by DJ the M...