Music Explored Podcast

Music Explored
Balado Music Explored Podcast

Exclusive insights from the forefront of the music world, uncovering the creative process, cutting-edge technology, and the business acumen driving the industry forward.

  1. Living in your purpose with Londa Larmond

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    Living in your purpose with Londa Larmond

    Londa Larmond, an award-winning gospel singer, shares her journey in the music industry. She started singing in the church at a young age and eventually formed a group called the Gospel Soul Sisters. She later joined the Youth Outreach Mass Choir and recorded an album with them. Londa then signed with EMI Gospel and released her solo album, Love Letters. She has traveled the world, performed at prestigious events, and even ventured into acting. Londa is currently working on her next project, which will be released in the fall. In this conversation, Londa Larmond discusses her upcoming music project and the inspiration behind it. She talks about the importance of creating relatable and faith-centered music that incorporates different genres and styles. Londa also emphasizes the significance of prayer and the spiritual atmosphere in the creative process. She shares her plans for the release of her new music and expresses her gratitude for the support she has received throughout her career. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Guest 02:22 Londa's Background and Early Singing Experiences 03:56 Signing with a Record Label and Success 06:23 Venturing into Acting and Other Accomplishments 08:41 Experience with Record Labels and the Music Industry 09:36 Gratitude for Past Opportunities and Future Projects 11:13 Challenges in Establishing Toronto Gospel Music 12:13 The Power of Collaboration and Songwriting Camps 13:28 Creating In-Depth Lyrics and Embracing Wordy Songs 14:26 Inspiration from Hymns and Their Lasting Impact 14:58 Introduction and Discussion of Music Project 15:25 Creating Relatable and Faith-Centered Music 16:22 The Role of Prayer and Spiritual Atmosphere in the Creative Process 18:33 Incorporating Different Genres and Styles 19:25 Plans for the Release of New Music 23:34 Gratitude for Support

    29 min
  2. Justine Tyrell - Taking Risks and Putting Yourself Out There

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    Justine Tyrell - Taking Risks and Putting Yourself Out There

    Justine Tyrell shares her experience as a musician and performer in Calgary, Toronto, and New York. She discusses the differences in music scenes and cultures in each city, highlighting the rawness and vocal nature of New York, the established sound of R&B in Toronto, and the friendly and warm atmosphere in Calgary. The conversation also touches on the unique Toronto accent and how it has become a cultural phenomenon. Justine also shares a memorable tech issue she experienced while opening for the Calgary Stampeders, which was a mortifying moment. She emphasizes the importance of staying composed and not letting technical difficulties affect the overall performance. Justine also discusses her upcoming projects, including an EP that focuses on self-reflection and personal growth. She shares details about her Toronto performance at the Baby G and her collaborations with other artists. Justine encourages artists to push themselves and not be afraid to put themselves out there. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter 02:01 Justine's Musical Journey from Childhood 03:01 Performing in Calgary and Starting Her Career 05:22 The Music Scene in Calgary 07:33 Performing in Toronto and New York 08:49 Differences in Music Scenes 10:16 The Unique Toronto Accent 13:10 Tech Issues During Live Shows 16:16 Handling Technical Malfunctions 23:24 Embracing Self-Reflection and Personal Growth 25:23 Taking Risks and Putting Yourself Out There 27:19 The Power of Collaboration 29:59 Appreciating the In-the-Moment Experience

    33 min
  3. "Let's get Churchy" with Sean Wilson & KV Banks!

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    "Let's get Churchy" with Sean Wilson & KV Banks!

    In this conversation, Anthony, Dee, Sean, and K.V. Banks discuss their personal experiences and how they came together. They also introduce a new course on Sean Wilson Piano focused on gospel organ playing "Let's get churchy". The course aims to help musicians gain confidence in playing in a church setting and covers both piano and organ techniques. K.V. Banks shares his own struggles as a musician and how he wants to help others overcome similar challenges. The conversation explores the qualities of a great teacher and the importance of understanding the 'why' behind musical concepts. The conversation covers topics such as the approach to teaching gospel music, the differences between playing organ and piano, the unique sound and approach of gospel music, the value of focusing on quality over quantity in music education, and the release of KV Banks' new single 'Step Away'. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Experiences 09:59 Introducing the Gospel Organ Course 14:56 Building Confidence in Church Settings 18:56 Overcoming Challenges and Struggles 19:55 The Qualities of a Great Teacher 27:22 Understanding the 'Why' Behind Musical Concepts 35:04 The Importance of Context and Vocabulary 38:23 Raising the Musical Base 40:59 The Limitations of Licks and Shortcuts 41:53 Teaching Gospel Music 42:58 Playing Organ vs. Piano 47:41 Quality over Quantity 58:16 Step Away: KV Banks' New Single 01:03:05 The Power of the Online Community at Sean Wilson Piano

    1 h 5 min
  4. The Keys to Success in any Industry!

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    The Keys to Success in any Industry!

    The Keys to Success in the Music Industry: Transferable Skills and a Winning Mindset: In this conversation, Redz, Anthony, and Dee discuss the balance between personal and professional life, the sacrifices and rewards of their careers, and the pursuit of financial independence. Redz shares his experiences working as an audio engineer for the Marley Brothers Legacy Tour and the importance of rehearsals in delivering a great show. They also touch on the significance of making memories with family and the freedom that comes with pursuing one's passion. The conversation revolves around the theme of sacrifice and the different perspectives on pursuing dreams in the music industry. The conversation also touches on the growth and success they have achieved in their careers and the impact they hope to have on future generations. In this final part of the conversation, Redz and Anthony discuss the importance of mentorship and inspiring the next generation. They highlight the success that comes from hard work, passion, and a strong work ethic. They emphasize the need to have a clear purpose and to constantly strive for greatness. Redz shares his experiences as a monitor engineer and the dedication required to deliver exceptional performances. They also discuss the transferable skills and mindset that are necessary for success in any field. 00:00 Introduction and Mic Talk 02:35 Starting the Day on the Right Note 04:18 Introducing Jason Reynolds (Redz Engineer) 06:20 Juggling Personal and Professional Life 08:20 Finding Balance and Overloading on the Personal Side 12:30 The Freedom of Pursuing Passion and Financial Independence 15:02 The Sacrifices of a Regular Job and the Pursuit of Financial Independence 18:54 The Ultimate Goal: Making Money While You Sleep 21:18 The Sacrifices of Pursuing Dreams 23:13 The Impact of Ignorance 26:24 Exposing the Next Generation 30:39 Inspiring the Next Generation 34:26 The Journey to Success 45:20 Inspiring the Next Generation and the Importance of Mentorship 50:26 The Key to Success: Hard Work, Passion, and Work Ethic 56:42 Striving for Greatness and Having a Clear Purpose 01:02:45 Transferable Skills and a Winning Mindset 01:05:29 The Role of a Monitor Engineer: Dedication and Exceptional Performances

    1 h 7 min
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