Turntable Teachers

On Episode 77 of the Night School Guest Speaker series, Brendan Jeannetti of Music You're Missing podcast joins the show. Brendan discusses his upcoming show “Bedroom Pop Party” on Saturday 6/17 at Big Night Live featuring platinum-selling artist SNOW as well as Maeko, Layzi, and Retrograded. Tickets are on sale now (link below) https://www.ticketmaster.com/music-youre-missing-presents-bedroom-pop...

Our next Guest Speaker episode features the one and only @somuzique! Mike sits down with Senseless Optimism to discuss her split screen music videos going viral, her latest cover of Bobby Caldwell’s “What You Won’t Do For Love”, and her band touring with the Chadwick Stokes and playing at New York’s historic venue The Bowery. Senseless Optimism also shares her love for Door Dash, her obsession wit...

Our next Guest Speaker episode is none other than Western, MA hip-hop artist blackbyrd (formerly known as Mikeyblackkk). On this episode, Mike & blackbyrd discuss his rebranding, along with breaking down his brand new album ‘Shoegaze for Black Kids’ available now on all DSP’s. Both being teachers and coaches, they also have a candid discussion on the state of public education, and trying to teach...

On Episode 74 of the Night School Guest Speaker Series, Mike sits down with Music Manager and Owner of Atherlace, Tyler Donovan, for an entertaining conversation. Mike & Tyler discuss how he pivoted Atherlace from being a graphic design company and helping artists with album rollouts, to becoming a music management firm for the likes of dev soter, dylxn, CRONIN, Danny Vinton, and formerly The Chin...

On Episode 73 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with Hyde Park, MA-native hip-hop artist Chizz Capo for the debut episode at our new home, AOA Studios in Beverly, MA. Mike and Chizz discuss his latest single "Who Got Me?" as well as his upcoming album titled 'Range God'. Chizz also reflects on his impact as a school teacher and basketball coach, as well as his attention to detail when pre...

On our final episode of 2022, Mike sits down with hip-hop artists Brandie Blaze and Tashawn Taylor, and music executive Todd Dahn to discuss their roles in the hip-hop musical 'Come to Pass'. They discuss how the musical came to be, including how Brandie and Tashawn were cast as the main roles of Mirah and Solomon Bailey, respectively. They also talk about how the importance of the play and the me...

We reveal the winners of our MAster Class Album, as well as the producer who made each beat. To submit a hook or verse to any of our remaining beats, click here: www.turntableteachers.com

On Episode 71 of the Night School Series, Mike sits down with Greater Boston hip-hop duo Jeff Porter and David Ryan for an enjoyable and entertaining conversation. Jeff & David discuss topics such as their upbringings in hip-hop and music, how they came to form their duo, growing as performers, and the state of the music scene in MA. They also break down their brand new EP 'Par 5', and Mike takes...

Spoken word poet, publicist, educator, and artist Amanda Shea returns to the Turntable Teachers for her sophomore episode! Mike and Amanda have a deep and powerfully spiritual conversation on coping with trauma and hardship, and how that ultimately affects not only the art we create, but our attitudes toward art itself. They also discuss what Amanda has been up to since she was last on the show a...

Everybody loves the bad guy! On episode 69 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with Salem, MA hip-hop artist I$aac Groove for a wildly entertaining conversation. Mike & I$aac discuss a variety of topics, including his debut album 'Everybody Loves the Bad Guy', the differences of growing up between Massachusetts and Florida, his love for performing, his obsession with comic books and cartoon...

Our next Guest Speaker episode features multi-talented MA-based musician and vocalist Layzi as she sits down with Mike for an enjoyable conversation. Layzi goes into depth about her choosing to drop out of college and pursue music full time, as well as takes a deep dive into her new waterfall singles "Ego" and "Shop Around". She also discusses her origins in creating music, as well as being a pers...

On Episode 67 of the Night School Series, Mike sits down with MA-based hip-hop artist Timi O. Mike & Timi discuss numerous topics, including Timi priding himself on being a multi-talented artist, as his skills range from being a rapper & vocalist, performer, a producer, and a sound engineer. Timi also shares in-depth stories and analysis regarding his latest singles "chiro" and "Steady Hand", as w...

Mike is joined by Boston-based indie/alternative artist Maeko & producer Dephrase as they break down Maeko's brand new album 'Cool'. 'Cool' is available on all streaming platforms now! Look out for Maeko's album release concert on July 30th at the Crystal Ballroom in Somerville and a short film coming soon. Follow Maeko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maekosays/?hl=en Follow Dephrase on In...

On Episode 65 of the Guest Speaker Series, Mike is joined by Afrobeat artist Uche Malik. Mike sits down with Uche for a riveting conversation ranging from many topics, including Uche's early days in Boston where he worked as an A&R and DJ, only to then find himself pursuing a music career of his own, thanks in large part to his Nigerian background and his father's encouragement. He also talks abou...

On this episode of Guest Speaker, Mike sits down with Boston, MA-based producer/artist l.ucas. Mike & l.ucas discuss a variety of topics, including the plethora of artists he has produced for and worked with and how he's helped develop certain artists' sounds, headlining his first show at The Rockwell in Somerville, the mental health themes behind his new single and music video "Bad Place", upcomi...

On this special edition of the podcast, Mike sits down with Winchester, MA native composer, singer, and musician Johan Lenox backstage before his show at Big Night Live in Boston. Johan discusses what it's been like touring with 070 Shake, and the guys also do a deep dive into Johan's new debut album WDYWTBWYGU. Follow Johan Lenox on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johanlenox/ Stream WDYWTBWY...

On Episode 62 of the Night School series, Mike takes another trip outside of MA and sits down with Miami, FL hip-hop artist Art Morera. The two discuss a variety of topics, including Art's early creative years drawing and doing graffiti, and how that transitioned into his music endeavors. He also shares the backstory behind his brand new album 'Death Valley' where he went on the road out West in t...

On Episode 61 of the Night School Guest Speaker series, Mike sits down with MA-based producer and teacher, The Kid. They discuss a variety of topics, including The Kid's passion for music production and graphic design, as well as his debut album "The Kid & Friends" which has features from high-level rappers such as Mick Jenkins, IDK, Cyhi the Prince, & more. The Kid also shares his love for baseba...

On this edition of the Guest Speaker series, Mike is joined by Lancaster, Pennsylvania lo-fi/alternative pop artist .irg. Mike & .irg cover a variety of topics, including his latest singles “Sweetie” (feat. Andrew Narvaez & Elevate) & “peace of mind” (feat. Naomi Mae), what it's like to be newly married, his passion for mentorship, his soccer career, and more! Follow .irg on Instagram: https://ins...

The first in-studio podcast episode with our entire team (Mike, Phoenix & Sam). They share songs that were impactful or invoke memories in the story-driven segment "Soundtrack to Our Lives", followed by a music discussion segment on the best music of 2021 and early 2022, and ending with a rapid fire question segment titled "Pop Quiz". Time Stamps Intro (0:00 - 6:25) Soundtrack to Our Lives (6:26 -...

The final installment of our "Graduation 2021" series, where we highlight our favorite music from this past year. This episode is our Top 21 MA Songs of 2021. Find out which artists and songs made the list! Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subs...

The second of three installments of our "Graduation 2021" series, where we highlight our favorite music from this past year. This episode is our Top 21 Songs of 2021. Find out which artists and songs made the list! Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/s...

The first of three installments of our "Graduation 2021" series, where we highlight our favorite music from this past year. This episode is our "Honor Roll" featuring songs that just missed our Top 21 Songs of 2021 and Top 21 MA Songs of 2021, but were worth an honorable mention. Find out which artists and songs made the list! Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - www.instagram.com/turntab...

Hi everyone- it's been a while. I know we haven't been active for almost 6 months. With this episode, I would like to take the time to explain why, and be an advocate for mental health awareness. If you, or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please seek support and get the help you need. Thank you so much for listening to my story.

On Episode 59 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with EDM producer and dj, ZEVY, for an enjoyable conversation. The two discuss his early years growing up in Newton, MA around sports and music, playing at a show with Loud Luxury at Tufs University, his move to LA, brand new single "Golden" with Cole Redding, the Celtics season, and so much more. Special thanks to ZEVY for a dope episode! F...