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On our mini series "Mixing Tips with H3x" in partnership with Write Mind, Hip-Hop/Pop artist, producer, and engineer H3x showcases his tips, tricks, strategies, and knowledge about mixing, mastering, and engineering sound and music. On Vol. 3, H3x explains how he mixes lead vocal chains. For sound engineering services, follow https://www.instagram.com/mixedbyh3x/ and let him know Turntable Teacher...

On Episode 50, Mike is joined by Heath240 as he makes his return to the podcast. This time, the guys discuss what they've been listening to and some of the songs that are in "heavy rotation" on their Spotify playlists, including music from BROCKHAMPTON, Mahalia, Chiiild, Justin Bieber, slowthai, Jorja Smith, Marlon Craft, Arlo Parks, Baby Keem, Brent Faiyaz, deb never, Dorian Electra, John-Robert,...

On Episode 58 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with Vancouver, Canada based hip-hop artist and music writer, Jacob Ezra! Mike and Jacob discuss a variety of topics, including how Jacob got familiar with the music scene in Massachusetts, writing music articles for EarMilk, his early music career so far as an artist, his new PR company Roundhouse Music Co., the Vancouver music scene, and m...

On Episode 57 of the Night School Series, Mike sits down with Lynn, MA hip-hop artist, Suriel. Mike & Suriel discuss a variety of topics, including early 2000's hip-hop, Suriel's developmental years as an artist and his early work, including his 2018 project 'Blank Slate'. He also tells the story of how he got to collaborate with Chicago emcee, Rockie Fresh on that album. Suriel also discusses his...

On Episode 56 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with legendary North Shore MA hip-hop producer, Jon Glass! The guys discuss a variety of topics, including how Jon got starting producing beats, opening his own studio in Beverly called 'New Glasshouse Studios", and shares many incredible stories working with a plethora of talented artists such as Token, Hopsin, M-Dot, Termanology, Sheek Lou...

On Episode 55 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with Boston hip-hop/R&B artist & producer, JORD4NEVERDIED. Mike & JORD4NEVERDIED discuss a variety of topics, including the inspiring backstory of his stage name, the creative process of his debut EP 'Blur', being Vintage Lee's in-house producer, his family background & influences in music, and so much more. Big thanks to JORD4NEVERDIED for...

Mike & Phoenix are back with Vol. 2 of MA Music Review, a segment where the guys review songs from local Massachusetts artists. Leave us a like and a comment! Intro - (0:00 - 4:12) Washy - Cold Love (feat. Cameron Iandolo) (4:13 - 20:50) https://open.spotify.com/track/36my7dCjOlX8VTc7NnWbtS?si=6d0182d5344d4eb3 https://music.apple.com/us/album/cold-love-feat-cameron-iandolo-single/1552265972 https:...

On Episode 54 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with LA based and Maryland native hip-hop artist, Roc Kartel, to discuss his brand new single "High Road", his EP series 'Time Is Now', his family history with music, street performing, and so much more. Special thanks to Roc Kartel for coming on the show! Stream "High Road" out on all platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/7DzJ...

Formerly, "Boston Artists Review", Mike and Phoenix are back reviewing music, this time they dive into the local Massachusetts scene for the first official "MA Music Review Vol. 1". Intro (0:00 - 3:00) Joenis - Motivation (3:00 - 12:53) Ish Akanour - Relapse (12:54 - 22:30) Robby Malic - All My Life (22:31 - 33:50) Johan Lenox - phases (feat. Cousin Stizz) (33:51 - 50:25) B Leafs - Intentions (fea...

Check out the full video tutorial on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=018ONyYMzUY "Beats with B Leafs" is a beat-making tutorial mini-series with producer B Leafs and sponsored by our Write Mind affiliates. B Leafs has worked with many underground hip-hop artists including M-Dot, Ras Kass, Terminology, Michael Christmas, Elzhi, Cormega, & more. On part 2, he takes us through ho...

On Episode 53 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with neo-soul/funk musician & vocalist, Sympli Whitney. Originally from Framingham, MA, Whitney has an extensive career performing in Boston. Mike and Whitney discuss a variety of topics, including her family's musical influence on her, performing with George Clinton & Babyface's band, performing on BET's The Apollo, and her new EP with Yuki...

On Episode 52 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with composer, producer, and artist Johan Lenox for a legendary conversation. Originally from Winchester, MA and growing up exclusively with a classical/orchestral music background, Johan has found himself deeply embedded in the mainstream hip-hop scene, working with the likes of artists such as Kanye West, John Legend, Big Sean, Travis Scot...

On Episode 51 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with rising LA pop star Jasmine Ortiz for an enlightening and enjoyable conversation. Mike and Jasmine discuss her recent rise to success, with multiple music videos and songs eclipsing over 1 million streams such as "Cherry on Top" and "Trick of Treat" and even being interviewed by FOX News. Jasmine discusses her family history in the music...

On Episode 50 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with rising Tik Tok musician and entertainer, Slim da Wit for an inspirational conversation. Slim opens up about a variety of topics including early influences in music, as well as how he got started making content on Tik Tok, what he loves most about the platform, and the positive messages he is aiming to convey with his music. Mike and Sli...

On the 49th episode of the Night School Series, MA indie-alternative artist dev soter joins the show for our 100th total episode! Mike sits down with dev to discuss a variety of topics, including his critically acclaimed debut EP 'The Dida Tapes' from the likes of Ones To Watch & EarMilk, his music collective "atherlace", how he grew as an artist and person during the pandemic, his love for hometo...

On Episode 48 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with MA indie hip-hop artist TJ Hickey. TJ discusses his new 31-track album 'A Different Kind of Hobby' which features the likes of Sammy Adams, Sage the Gemini, Matt Corman, and more. Mike & TJ also discuss TJ's early years as a three-sport athlete, and tells the story of his transition from athletics to music in college. The guys also talk...

In Episode 47, Mike and Phoenix return with their second installment of "New Singles Review", a segment where the guys review new music. Songs reviewed in this episode include: FKA Twigs - Don't Judge Me (feat. Headie One & Fred again...) - (1:15 - 15:30) Lil Durk - Stay Down (feat. Young Thug & 6LACK) - (15:34 - 22:58) Lucky Daye - On Read (feat. Tiana Major9) - (23:00 - 29:21) Smino & Saba - Ple...

In Episode 46, Mike and Phoenix return with their first installment of "New Singles Review", a segment where the guys review new music. Songs reviewed in this episode include: Nipsey Hussle & Jay-Z - What It Feels Like (2:07 - 15:20) JID - Bruuuh (Remix) [feat. Denzel Curry] (15:21 - 26:37) Pooh Shiesty - Back In Blood (feat. Lil Durk) (26:38 - 36:48) Arlo Parks - Hurt (36:49 - 44:49) Westside Boo...

On Episode 47 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with MA-based hip-hop artist Keys for an inspiring conversation. Keys shares an in-depth story about a major health complication in 2013 that resulted in a near-death experience. Since then, Keys has been on a mission to live a life that reflects its most important aspects such as love, loyalty, respect, and honesty. It has also led him to d...

For the full experience, watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgEedsQn9-w "Beats with B Leafs" is a brand new beat-making tutorial series with producer B Leafs and sponsored by our Write Mind affiliates. B Leafs has worked with many underground hip-hop artists including M-Dot, Ras Kass, Terminology, Michael Christmas, Elzhi, Cormega, & more. On our first episode, he takes...

On Episode 46 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with Western, MA artist DK. Mike & DK discuss a variety of topics, including DK's latest full-length project Anomaly and his most recent single "Reality" which details an extremely personal story. DK also discusses his experiences performing in musicals and with cover bands at UMass, as well as executive producing albums for many Western, MA...

On Episode 45 of the Night School series, Mike is joined by Boston spoken word artist Amanda Shea. Amanda is a jack-of-all-trades as she is also poet, publicist, podcast host, teacher, and film artist. Amanda and Mike share many laughs and discuss a wide variety of topics, including how to not be self-conscious about your sideburns, her come-up as a spoken word artist in Boston & the art of perfor...

On Episode 45, Mike & Phoenix return for their first episode of 2021. They start by discussing MF Doom's death and his legacy, followed by a review of Jazmine Sullivan's new album 'Heaux Tales', and they end by sharing their most anticipated albums of 2021, along with which artists they hope to hear music from this year. Time stamps for each segment below. Time Stamps: Intro - (0:00 - 2:43) The Le...

The Guest Speaker series continues in 2021 with our first new guest of the year: MA native and LA-based indie pop singer/songwriter Jordan Tariff. In addition to fan-boying over Coldplay, Mike and Jordan also discuss a variety of topics including Jordan's early music roots, how he got into songwriting, collaborating with We Are Fury on viral single "Animals", and his new single "Time Moves Slow"....

On the last installment of "Graduation 2020", Mike reveals the selections for our Top 10 Albums of 2020 list, including Honors and High Honors selections that just missed the cut. 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 Subscribe to our streaming serv...