58 episodes

Speaks Volumes sits down with the remarkable individuals who make a unique contribution to the music industry. Hosted by professional music fan Derrick Gee, Speaks Volumes uncovers the stories behind our favourite artists and songs via thoughtful and granular conversations, gifting us with a deeper appreciation for the music we know and love.

Support the podcast and access exclusive Speaks Volumes content: Patreon.com/gee_derrick.

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    • 5.0 • 16 Ratings

Speaks Volumes sits down with the remarkable individuals who make a unique contribution to the music industry. Hosted by professional music fan Derrick Gee, Speaks Volumes uncovers the stories behind our favourite artists and songs via thoughtful and granular conversations, gifting us with a deeper appreciation for the music we know and love.

Support the podcast and access exclusive Speaks Volumes content: Patreon.com/gee_derrick.

    Producer Machinedrum on the Scene in 2010s New York, Pioneering Electronic Hip Hop, and the Best American Producers

    Producer Machinedrum on the Scene in 2010s New York, Pioneering Electronic Hip Hop, and the Best American Producers

    Machinedrum is more important to the current state of popular music than people realise...

    In “Machinedrum Speaks Volumes,” Derrick learns about the music scene of 2010s New York and how the producer's global taste helped him shape the sound of modern day hip hop and electronic music over a 2.5 decade career.

    Thank you to Ace Hotel Sydney for providing a wonderful space for us to sit down and have this conversation!

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    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGYgVg3NVKSfWpg1N3DrGbA

    Speaks Volumes is produced by Julia Wang. Logo and branding by Jonny Sikov.

    Support the show and access exclusive content: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick

    Follow Derrick Gee

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    Watch the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLArYIy4cER9tNSFhTWsAJVE21EJmFkOF4

    Speaks Volumes is kindly sponsored by:

    Squarespace

    Get 10% off your first purchase of website or domain. Head to squarespace.com/volume and use code word VOLUME

    • 1 hr 9 min
    How Book Club Radio is reinventing Boiler Room, Blurring Lines Between Online & Offline Club Culture

    How Book Club Radio is reinventing Boiler Room, Blurring Lines Between Online & Offline Club Culture

    What does DJ and club culture look like when it straddles the internet and real life?

    In “Book Club Radio Speak Volumes,” Derrick Gee learns how siblings Jojo and Tinzo built their viral YouTube DJ channel and house party Book Club Radio, and gets their take on internet and club culture.

    Check out "Eurodance 90s Party Mix at a New York Basement" (aka the green one) here: https://youtu.be/FqKMaNVUt8A?si=6qHYE6yZseT5oUgh

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    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmaR7ew57x0XJEe_-REUyg

    Speaks Volumes is produced by Julia Wang. Logo and branding by Jonny Sikov.

    Support the show and access exclusive content: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick

    Follow Derrick Gee

    TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/

    Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrickgee?si=a604e4b34a1d4255

    Watch the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLArYIy4cER9tNSFhTWsAJVE21EJmFkOF4

    Speaks Volumes is kindly sponsored by:

    Squarespace

    Get 10% off your first purchase of website or domain. Head to squarespace.com/volume and use code word VOLUME

    Turntable Lab

    Check out my recommended items at Turntablelab.com/derrick

    • 1 hr 12 min
    British popstar Griff on British vs. American Pop, Chris Martin & Constant Prayer

    British popstar Griff on British vs. American Pop, Chris Martin & Constant Prayer

    What is British pop, and why is Griff's take on it so refreshing?

    In “Griff Speaks Volumes,” Derrick Gee explores pop and production with the UK-based singer songwriter and producer about her sound, British pop, and how her skills in production has helped her take her music to the next level.

    Follow Griff

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/wiffygriffy/⁠

    TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@wiffygriffy/⁠

    YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIY8ucMI3c54m9P35x6UZOw⁠

    Speaks Volumes is produced by Julia Wang. Logo and branding by Jonny Sikov.

    Support the show and access exclusive content: ⁠https://patreon.com/gee_derrick⁠

    Follow Derrick Gee

    TikTok: ⁠https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick⁠

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/⁠

    Newsletter: ⁠https://derrickgee.substack.com/⁠

    Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/user/derrickgee?si=a604e4b34a1d4255⁠

    Watch the video podcast: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLArYIy4cER9tNSFhTWsAJVE21EJmFkOF4⁠

    Speaks Volumes is kindly sponsored by:

    Squarespace

    Get 10% off your first purchase of website or domain. Head to squarespace.com/volume and use code word VOLUME

    • 56 min
    Music Supervisor Brian Reitzell on Lost in Translation's Enduring Impact

    Music Supervisor Brian Reitzell on Lost in Translation's Enduring Impact

    SPEAKS VOLUMES IS BACK!



    Kicking off Season 2 with the man behind some of the most iconic, emotional moments in pop culture: Brian Reitzell, music supervisor for movies like Lost in Translation, Marie Antoinette, and the Virgin Suicides.



    In "Brian Reitzell Speaks Volumes," Derrick Gee learns about the craft of music supervision, discovering new music, and good taste, with stories from Brian of finding niche vinyl records and collaborating with Kevin Shields & Mark Hollis.



    Follow Brian Reitzell

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianreitzell/



    Speaks Volumes is produced by Julia Wang. Logo and branding by Jonny Sikov.



    Support the show, gain early access to the podcast and exclusive content: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick



    Follow Derrick Gee

    TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/

    Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrickgee?si=a604e4b34a1d4255

    Watch the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLArYIy4cER9tNSFhTWsAJVE21EJmFkOF4



    Speaks Volumes is kindly sponsored by:

    Squarespace

    Get 10% off your first purchase of website or domain. Head to squarespace.com/volume and use code word VOLUME

    Turntable Lab
    Check out my recommended items at Turntablelab.com/derrick

    • 1 hr 16 min
    DERRICK, WHERE TF IS THE POD???

    DERRICK, WHERE TF IS THE POD???

    • 6 min
    Der-Recs: Fav albums/artsts/last show of the year!!

    Der-Recs: Fav albums/artsts/last show of the year!!

    00:00 - Introduction

    02:00 - Theme

    03:13 - Loves

    12:00 - Reissues

    15:15 - Got my eye on

    27:01 - Mainstream albums



    Show notes:

    Neo Geo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gee_derrick/video/7153712445884828929

    Flying Fish Interview:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3I1OcbsUp8



    Follow me

    Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick

    TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/

    Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606



    Podcast sponsor:

    Turntablelab.com

    My selections: Turntablelab.com/derrick



    About Me:

    Hi there! My name is Derrick Gee - radio host, DJ and creator who likes to talk about music, hifi and ideas. Thanks for reading this - you really didn’t have to. Much love

    • 34 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
16 Ratings

16 Ratings

Hftvhu ,

Gee is he thoughtful, insightful and smooth!

Amazing podcast, so excited to see how it will continue to grow, it’s only getting better and better. Thanks Derrick xx

Mr Michaels ,

It’s the vibe of the thing

Derrick’s energy and love of music makes me want to spend more time listening and making.

musiclife90210 ,

So F’ing good

This is my favourite podcast for a long time. He has reinvigorated my love for music.

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