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Summary
Tee Cardaci shares his journey as a DJ, starting from his early love for music and his first gigs in Maryland. He then moves to San Francisco in the late 90s, where he becomes immersed in the vibrant music scene and forms connections with artists and DJs. Eventually, he decides to move to Brazil, initially for a wedding, but ends up staying for 15 years. Tee discusses the challenges of DJing in Brazil, including language barriers and the cliquey nature of the scene. He also talks about his experiences touring in Europe and the importance of DIY culture in his career. In this conversation, Tee Cardaci discusses his experience as a DIY touring DJ and curator of Brazilian music. He shares stories of his travels, the development of his curating career, and the impact of his compilation projects. Tee emphasizes the importance of organic discovery and the joy of bringing obscure Brazilian music to a wider audience. He also touches on the challenges of navigating the music industry and the cultural nuances of doing business in Brazil. Tee's passion for Brazilian music and his dedication to preserving and promoting its rich history shine through in this conversation.
Takeaways
Tee's love for music started at a young age and led him to become a DJHe moved to San Francisco in the late 90s and became part of the vibrant music sceneHe eventually moved to Brazil and faced challenges in the local DJ sceneHe embraced DIY culture and built connections that allowed him to tour in EuropeLanguage barriers and cliques were obstacles he had to overcome in his DJ career DIY touring requires careful planning and organization, even if it may seem informalCurating music is a natural extension of a passion for discovering and sharing new soundsCompilation projects can open doors and lead to further opportunities in the music industryPreserving and promoting obscure music can be a rewarding experience, even if financial compensation is limitedBrazilian music is beloved for its swing, variety, and cultural blending
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:38 Early Love for Music and First Gigs
22:14 Moving to Brazil: A Spontaneous Decision
29:22 Challenges and Triumphs of DJing in Brazil
33:47 Touring Europe and Embracing DIY Culture
35:17 The DIY Touring Experience
36:01 The Evolution of a Curator
37:41 Compilation Projects and Opportunities
44:37 The Irresistible Appeal of Brazilian Music

Summary
DJ Delightful shares his journey of growing up in Bulgaria, discovering hip hop through his brother's tapes and CDs, and the challenges of accessing music in a country with limited resources. He discusses the influence of skateboarding culture on his interest in DJing and his early experiences with mixing and scratching. Delightful also talks about his move to the UK to study and DJ in Edinburgh, as well as his time volunteering in Calais during the migrant crisis. He shares his perspective on the DJing journey and the challenges he faced in finding a hip hop community in China. Del discusses his struggles with DJing in China and Bulgaria, the challenges of establishing a DJ career in Sofia, and the lack of support and opportunities in the local DJ scene. He talks about his decision to move to Vienna and later to Kuala Lumpur, and the difficulties he faced in finding gigs and building a community in these cities. Del also shares his experiences in winning battles and the lack of career opportunities that came with it. He concludes by announcing his retirement from DJing and his focus on teaching scratching online.
Takeaways
Building a DJ career can be challenging, especially in cities with limited opportunities and a lack of support for alternative music.Winning battles and gaining recognition in the DJ community does not always translate into career opportunities or bookings.The mindset and preferences of the local DJ scene can greatly impact the types of gigs and opportunities available.The lack of diversity in the DJ scene can limit the growth and development of different styles and genres.Teaching scratching online can be a fulfilling way to continue sharing knowledge and passion for DJing.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:54 Growing Up in Bulgaria and Discovering Hip Hop
05:31 Record Shops and Access to Music in Bulgaria
06:38 Influence of Brother and Early Interest in DJing
07:28 Getting Started as a DJ
09:12 Challenges and Influences in the DJing Journey
11:44 Learning to Scratch and Mix
12:52 Internet Access and Learning DJing Techniques
15:18 Transition to the UK and DJing in Edinburgh
24:00 Impact of Studying in the UK
26:25 DJing in China and Volunteering in Calais
29:18 Perspective and Challenges in the DJing Journey
31:39 Moving on from Edinburgh and Teaching in China
35:13 DJing in China and Limited Hip Hop Scene
36:42 Struggles with DJing in China and Bulgaria
37:21 Creating an Instagram Page and Gaining Attention
38:11 Switching to a Different Lifestyle in Bulgaria
39:00 Teaching English and Practicing Heavily
39:20 Time Difference Between Bulgaria and China
39:41 Having More Time to Practice
40:12 Entering International Competitions
41:03 Creating Videos and Gaining Attention
42:10 Struggling to Establish a DJ Career in Sofia
43:09 Lack of Opportunities in the DJ Scene in Sofia
44:08 Struggling to Find Regular Gigs
45:06 Trying to Run Multiple DJ Projects
46:08 Challenges of Organizing Events in Sofia
48:30 Lack of Support and Opportunities in the DJ Scene
51:03 Feeling Unappreciated by the Local Scratch Community
52:48 Feeling Unwelcome in Sofia and Deciding to Leave
54:36 Moving to Vienna and the Pandemic
55:37 Impact of Winning Battles and Feedback from Vect
58:58 Leveraging Battle Wins into Bookings and Touring
01:01:42 Moving to Kuala Lumpur and the Lack of Opportunities
01:05:37 Announcing Retirement from DJing
01:13:40 The Challenges of DJing in Kuala Lumpur
01:20:43 Continuing to Teach Scratching Online
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Summary
Karen P discusses her background in music, from growing up in South End and discovering music through friends and radio, to working at Virgin Records and Radio 1. She shares her experiences working with Giles Peterson and the transition to DJing. Karen also talks about imposter syndrome and the supportive colleagues who helped her along the way. Karen P shares her journey as a DJ and how it led her to start her own company, Folded Wing. She discusses the importance of staying connected to music and the challenges of the podcasting industry. Karen also provides advice for those looking to get into radio and podcasting.
Takeaways
Karen P's passion for music was nurtured through friends, radio, and working at a local theater in South End.Her time at Radio 1 provided valuable experience and opportunities to work with renowned DJs and producers.Working with Giles Peterson and Something Else Production allowed Karen to expand her musical knowledge and develop her DJing skills.Karen emphasizes the importance of using her platform in the music scene to elevate and support other artists. Starting small and taking opportunities can lead to big things in the DJing industry.Having an agent can help DJs get more gigs and travel the world.DJing can open doors to other opportunities, such as starting a company.Staying true to your passion and focusing on high-quality content can set your podcast apart in a crowded market.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:02 Background and Early Music Influences
03:22 Music Scene in South End and Indie Clubs
04:28 Moving to Leeds and Exploring the Music Scene
05:20 Crossover of Music Genres in Leeds
06:03 Transitioning to University and Working at Virgin Records
07:26 Working at Radio 1 and Transitioning to London
08:54 First Role as a Production Assistant at Radio 1
11:02 Working with Giles Peterson and Folded Wing
13:23 Imposter Syndrome and Supportive Colleagues
20:26 Getting into DJing and the Responsibility in the Music Scene
25:59 DJing and Playing for Big Crowds
26:26 Getting Started as a DJ
27:12 Working with an Agent
28:09 Traveling the World as a DJ
28:38 The Connection Between DJing and Starting a Company
30:12 Setting Up Folded Wing
31:45 Leaving Giles Peterson's Show
33:26 The Inception of Folded Wing
35:15 Staying Connected to Music
37:09 The Ups and Downs of Podcasting
38:13 The Challenge of Standing Out in a Crowded Podcast Market
42:29 Saying No to Projects That Don't Align with the Company's Vision
45:20 Staying Close to the Music
47:57 Upcoming Projects
49:49 Advice for Getting into Radio and Podcasting
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In this conversation, House Shoes, a DJ and record label owner, discusses his journey in the music industry and the hip-hop scene in Detroit. He talks about setting goals and starting a podcast to reconnect with the culture. House Shoes shares his experiences growing up in Detroit and the influence of music in his life. He highlights the competitive nature of the hip-hop community and the importance of innocence in creativity. He also discusses the impact of Proof and the Detroit hip-hop community. The conversation concludes with House Shoes reflecting on the need to leave Detroit and start fresh in Los Angeles. In this part of the conversation, Shoes discusses feeling exhausted and overwhelmed in his career and the desire to help others. He talks about struggling to help himself and the challenges of putting others first. Shoes also shares his frustration with finding a manager and the difficulty of letting go. He discusses the lack of emotional and financial reward in his work and the search for originality in music. The impact of social media on judgment and the performative nature of grief are also explored. Shoes reflects on the challenges of stardom and mental health and the importance of empathy. He discusses the shift in community and social interaction and the sacrifices of staying true to oneself. The transition from Detroit to LA and the start of his record label are also discussed. Shoes shares his experiences with social anxiety and the importance of integrity and sacrifice. Finally, he talks about navigating the music scene in LA and the ownership and confidence of DJing. In this conversation, Shoes discusses the challenges of building a community around sobriety and finding like-minded individuals. He reflects on the nostalgia for the past and the belief that things were better in previous generations. Shoes shares his journey of starting Street Corner Music and the pride he feels for his accomplishments. He also talks about the financial realities of running a record label and the joy of holding a James Brown record with his name on it. Shoes discusses his transition to Twitch streaming and the challenges of making a living from it. He emphasizes the importance of kindness and transparency in building a supportive community. Finally, Shoes reflects on the decision to step back from beat battles and prioritize personal well-being.
Takeaways
Feeling exhausted and overwhelmed can lead to a desire to help others, often at the expense of oneself.Putting others first can be rewarding but may result in a lack of emotional and financial reward.The search for originality in music can be challenging in a world where many artists imitate popular trends.Social media can be performative, and it's important to be mindful of the authenticity of online interactions.The impact of changing entertainment and technology on childhood can lead to a loss of community and social interaction.Staying true to oneself often requires sacrifice and can be challenging in a world that values conformity.Transitioning to a new city can present both opportunities and challenges in the music industry.Living with social anxiety can affect one's ability to navigate social situations, even in a career that involves public performance.Integrity and sacrifice are important values to maintain in the pursuit of one's passion.Navigating the music scene requires confidence, ownership, and a willingness to adapt to new environments. Building a community around sobriety can be challenging, but finding like-minded individuals is essential for support and growth.Nostalgia for the past is common, and it's important to acknowledge that things were different in previous generations.Running a record label involves both creative and grunt work, and it's important to find a balance between the two.Twitch streaming can...

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DJ Nu-Mark discusses his background, the influence of his mother, and the healing power of music. He shares his experiences growing up in Iran and the United States, as well as his love for Brazilian music. DJ Nu-Mark also talks about his early DJing days and the vibrant house parties he organized. The chapters cover themes of togetherness, cultural identity, and the impact of music on personal growth and healing. This part of the conversation covers DJ Nu-Mark's early DJing days, the importance of constant learning in music, the influence of community and togetherness, the significance of being in a crew, the role of confidence and comparison in performance, the formation of Jurassic 5, the decision to pursue independent releases, the contrast between confidence in abilities and confidence in the group, the success of 'Concrete Schoolyard', recognition in Europe before the US, and the importance of retaining publishing rights. In this conversation, DJ Nu-Mark discusses his surprising streaming success, his experiences digging for records in Europe, his influences from the East Coast, and the challenges of recording on an eight-track. He also talks about the importance of building a solo career and the decision to cut off outside production. He shares the journey of writing his book and the multi-purpose nature of the book. Finally, he reflects on his influence on DJing and production and the creation of Lesson Six.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties
01:23 The Theme of Togetherness
03:16 The Scenic Route and Taking the Wrong Path
04:20 Persia and Iran
05:50 DJ Nu-Mark's Mother and Iranian Culture
08:06 DJ Nu-Mark's Mother's Independence
09:04 DJ Nu-Mark's Organized Record Collection
12:47 Dealing with Traumatic Experiences
15:06 The Healing Power of Music
17:45 DJ Nu-Mark's Drumming Background
18:18 House Parties and DJing
22:03 Charging at House Parties
24:18 Policing House Parties and Bunrush Productions
25:56 Early DJing Days
26:27 Constant Learning in Music
27:21 Influence of Community and Togetherness
28:13 The Importance of Being in a Crew
29:01 Confidence and Comparison
30:02 Collaborating with Other DJs
32:11 The Importance of Confidence in Performance
34:56 The Impact of Confidence on Stage Presence
36:09 The Formation of Jurassic 5
37:24 The Name Jurassic 5
38:48 The Decision to Pursue Independent Releases
40:10 Contrasting Confidence in Abilities and Confidence in the Group
44:22 The Success of 'Concrete Schoolyard'
47:02 Recognition in Europe before the US
48:35 Retaining Publishing Rights
49:33 Surprising Streaming Success
50:33 Digging in Europe
51:34 Influences from the East Coast
52:35 West Coast Influences
53:53 Recording on an Eight Track
54:41 Challenges in the Music Business
56:00 Working with Scott Storch
58:56 Finding Direction After J5
01:00:34 Building a Solo Career
01:03:12 Cutting Off Outside Production
01:04:49 The Journey to Writing a Book
01:07:53 The Multi-Purpose Book
01:11:41 Influence on DJing and Production
01:12:40 The Creation of Lesson Six

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This week we sit with Andrew Emery to discuss his experiences as a journalist for Hip Hop Connection, founding Fat Lace magazine, and loads more from his past as an aspiring rapper (he's also done bits of DJing so we aren't cheating), and much more.
This book covers his time in publishing, and is his second memoir after "Wiggaz With Attitude: My Life As a Failed White Rapper" ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wiggaz-Attitude-Failed-White-Rapper/dp/1999760700 ). Both books are highly enjoyable and a fun look at different phases of life told through a lens of hip hop.
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Summary
In this conversation, Andrew Emery discusses his passion for music and his career journey from being a rapper to a journalist. He shares his early experiences with hip hop in Nottingham and Leeds, including the vibrant hip hop scene in Nottingham and the influence of Rock City tapes and Arcade Records. Andrew also talks about his transition to writing and his work at Paul Raymond. The conversation concludes with a discussion about his early recognition of Eminem's talent. In this conversation, Adam Gow discusses various topics related to hip-hop, including the disappointment of artists who didn't live up to expectations, the short-lived hype around Dr. Dre's album 'Compton', and the changing landscape of music consumption. He also talks about the influence of regional hip-hop scenes, the mixed reception of shiny suit rap, and the fun and freedom of working on 'Fat Lace' magazine. Adam shares his experiences and challenges in writing and publishing books, as well as his thoughts on the ethics and boundaries of writing about controversial topics. He also mentions his journey of self-publishing 'Wiggers' and the potential TV show based on the book. Lastly, he reveals his ideal dinner guests: Chuck D, Charles Dickens, and Woody Allen.
Takeaways
Andrew Emery's passion for music has shaped his career journey, from being a rapper to a journalist.The hip hop scene in Nottingham and Leeds played a significant role in Andrew's early experiences and love for the genre.Andrew's transition to writing allowed him to explore his passion for music in a different way and make a mark in hip hop journalism.His work at Paul Raymond provided unique insights into the world of adult publishing and the evolution of lads' magazines. Artists often face high expectations and may not live up to the initial hype surrounding their talent.The reception of an album can be short-lived, with initial excitement fading quickly.The way people consume music has changed significantly, with streaming platforms offering a vast array of options.Regional hip-hop scenes have had a significant impact on the genre, with different styles and sounds emerging from various locations.The shiny suit era of rap had a mixed reception, with some appreciating the more commercial sound and others criticizing it.Working on 'Fat Lace' magazine provided a fun and creative outlet for Adam and his colleagues, allowing them to celebrate hip-hop culture and poke fun at its more serious aspects.Writing and publishing books can be challenging, with the need to navigate the industry and find the right audience.There are ethical considerations when writing about controversial topics, and it's important to approach them with sensitivity and respect.Self-publishing can be a rewarding experience, allowing authors to have creative control and reach a niche audience.The potential TV show based on 'Wiggers' could have been a compelling exploration of hip-hop culture and personal journeys.Adam's ideal dinner guests would be Chuck D, Charles Dickens, and Woody Allen, representing different eras and...