The Lorenzo's Music Podcast

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Dave Mallick, a dedicated volunteer for the Internet Archive, specifically focusing on the Live Music Archive. Dave shares how he started as a music enthusiast and recorder, archiving live music from the late 90s to the present day. We talk about the evolution of the Live Music Archive, its role in preserving high-quality recordings, and the c...

In this episode of the Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I have a fascinating conversation with Jean-Baptiste Kempf, the lead of the VLC open source project, which has been a staple in multimedia for nearly two decades. Jean shares the origins of VLC, tracing back to a student project in Paris, and how it evolved from a niche solution for streaming video on local networks to a widely used media player...

In this episode of The Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Owen Williams, a developer to the MIXXX Open Source DJ project. Owen tells me about how he went from being a DJ enthusiast to actively contributing to the software he uses to perform. We also talk about the origins of MIXXX and how it has evolved since it began in 2002. Owen explains how they maintain the open-source DJ platform, including...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Carles Barrobes, a software engineer from Barcelona, who is part of a collective building a platform for musicians called Fairplayer, a project aimed at helping artists outside of mainstream streaming platforms with a more direct connection with their listeners. Carles tells me about how Fairplayer is designed to promote decentralized music, t...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Johannes Ernst, who is involved with the Unconference FediForum. Johannes is deeply involved in the Fediverse. We delve into the concept of unconferences and how they foster open discussions about technology, and I want to learn how something like this could be created for music. Johannes talks to me about his history in classical music and hi...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Brandon Lucas Green, creator of the new site for musicians called Unstream. Brandon tells me about being a musician and also a product builder, specifically his latest project, Unstream. This app helps music lovers discover where to support their favorite artists beyond mainstream streaming services, aiming to help independent musicians financ...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Cory Casciato, also known as Ether Diver. Cory talks about starting out as a music journalist to becoming a musician and also a creator of sample packs and presets for synthesizers. We discuss sound design and the tools he uses to make music for both digital and physical synthesizers. We talk about music interests, from his early influences and wh...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Jay, who runs the music calendar website mkeshows.com, a community calendar dedicated to showcasing live music events in Milwaukee. Jay talks about becoming involved in the DIY music scene and connecting local artists and audiences through this centralized calendar. We discuss the challenges of show promotions and the innovative use of Gancio,...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Gregory Davis, also known as Tha Silent Partner. Gregory describes himself as a "noisemaker" and talks about his music creation and how he produces. We discuss his latest album, "Platters: The Final Act, The Lost Plates of Egads," and its theatrical elements and compositions. Gregory shares how he crafts his music, using sa...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Michał Seta and Dirk Stromberg, of Telepaesants. The project is an innovative way for musicians to collaborate across continents. Michal joins us from Canada and has a background in music and technology, and develops open-source products and services at lab148.xyz , while Dirk shares his experiences as an audio engineer based in Singapore. Tog...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Andy Piper, the head of communications for Mastodon, to talk about his involvement with Oggcamp, a unique unconference that runs on collaboration and creativity. We discuss the origins of Oggcamp, its roots in the Ogg Vorbis audio format, and how it has evolved into an event for tech enthusiasts and creators. Andy explains the unconference for...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Randy, a musician known as Lime Bar. We talk about how he got back into music after a long hiatus. Based in Indianapolis, Randy discusses how the pandemic reignited his passion for music creation, diving into digital tools and collaborating with other artists on the Fediverse. He tells me his experiences with MIDI and Cakewalk, reflecting on h...

In this episode of The Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Timezone LaFontaine, a multimedia artist based in Asheville, North Carolina. Timezone is a Creative Commons musician, animator, and comic creator. We discuss these creative pursuits and how he finds time and inspiration to create. Timezone tells me about his approach to making music, including his use of spreadsheets to organize album proj...

In this episode of The Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I talk with Ryno, also known as Ryno the Bearded, a long-time podcaster and passionate supporter of Creative Commons music. Ryno talks about hosting his Creative Commons music podcast for over 15 years, discussing how he celebrates open culture and connects with independent artists around the world every Friday night. Ryno explains how he curates...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet fluffy, a VR musician behind Sockpuppet. fluffy tells me about their unique approach to music creation, blending genres from alternative rock to EDM. fluffy discusses their experiences performing in VR chat environments, the challenges of hand tracking, and other things involved in virtual performances. We also talk about Canimus, a project th...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet the live coding duo known as Crash Server, two musicians, both named Sebastian, from Strasbourg, France. They share their unique approach to creating music and visuals through live coding. They improvise and generate sound in real-time using programming languages and software like SuperCollider and Troop. They tell me how they met through work...

In this episode of The Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I sit down with Paul Davis, the original developer and current maintainer of Ardour, the open-source digital audio workstation. Paul shares the story behind Ardour's creation, which began over 25 years ago when he struggled to find a usable music production solution on Linux. Paul discusses managing a project like Ardour, from development tas...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I meet Robert Kaye, the founder of MusicBrainz and the MetaBrainz Foundation. Robert talks about creating MusicBrainz, a community-driven music database that emerged as a response to the privatization of the CDDB database. We explore the impact of open-source communities and the importance of collaboration in building it's music metadata infrastr...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I chat with Jonatan Galindo Alvarez, also known as ArtistSynth, a musician and sound designer based in the Canary Islands. We explore Jonatan's open-source music production, focusing on his experiences with Linux operating systems like Ubuntu. He shares insights into his creative process as a composer for video games. Jonatan discusses his eclect...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I talk with Erich Eickmeyer, the project leader for Ubuntu Studio, a Linux-based operating system tailored for musicians, artists, and filmmakers. Erich shares the evolution of Ubuntu Studio, from its inception in 2007 to its current KDE Plasma interface, and discusses the unique features it has for creators. We dive into the technical aspects of aud...

In this episode, I interview AxWax about his remix of the track 'If I Was Alone' from our 'Lorenzo's Remixes, Volume 2' album. We discuss the creative process behind the remix, including tempo changes, drum sampling techniques, bass line innovations, and the use of synthesizers. AxWax also shares insights into his production methods and the unique sound he created. AxWax - http...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I talk with Headsnack, a music producer and DJ, who recently remixed our track "Friction Called Quest" for the album "Lorenzo's Remixes Volume 2". Headsnack takes us through his creative process, sharing how he managed to incorporate sounds from multiple tracks of ours into one remix, all while working against a tight deadline...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I talk with Jason Erb from Velcro Mary about the remix he did of our track "Friction Called Quest" for our album Lorenzo's Remixes, Volume 2. Jason shares his creative process, detailing how he transformed the original song by reworking the beats, chopping up lyrics, and reimagining the overall structure. We discuss the technical aspects of his remix, as...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I talk with Joe Cannon, the guitarist and vocalist from the Milwaukee-based band Resurrectionists. Joe talks about how academia brought him to Milwaukee, where he got involved in the music scene. We dive into the origins of Resurrectionists, exploring the band's evolution and its unique sound that blends elements of punk, Americana, and experimental rock...

In this episode of Lorenzo's Music Podcast, I sit down with Setto, a multifaceted musician and entrepreneur who runs the innovative platform Basspistol. Setto shares his journey from graphic designer to musician, revealing how his passion for electronic music led him to create a community-driven space for artists. We explore the origins of Basspistol and its evolution into a net label and host...