Ear Buds Podcast

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Introducing ‘Ear Buds Podcast’ — 3 DJs from NYC, Chicago, & Las Vegas come together to discuss music-related topics, current club trends, and exclusive behind-the-scenes stories. Plus, interviews with fellow DJs, producers, and music buds from around the world — Join hosts @neiljackson, @djfive, & @jerzymuzik for the exciting new journey that is #EarBudsPodcast — Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, & Mixcloud — Brought to you by @headlinermusicclub

  1. 6D AGO

    James Hwang (NYC) | The Truth About Nightlife - Ear Buds Podcast Episode 28 Part 2

    Industry veteran James Hwang joins the buds to break down today’s NYC nightlife, from booking DJs and filling rooms to changing crowds and culture.

    49 min

  2. JAN 29

    James Hwang (NYC) | The Truth About Nightlife - Ear Buds Podcast Episode 28 Part 1

    Industry veteran James Hwang joins the buds to break down today’s NYC nightlife, from booking DJs and filling rooms to changing crowds and culture.

    40 min

  3. 12/30/2025

    Episode 27 - The Buddy Awards - 2025 Wrap Up

    The first Buddy Awards are here. The records that saved sets, the trends that burned out, the edits that carried rooms, and the moments DJs will actually remember from 2025.

    1h 34m

  4. 11/26/2025

    Episode 26 with Rick Wonder (New York) - NYC Nights

    A focused look at Rick Wonder’s rise from open format roots to a signature New York dance identity. He breaks down his approach to edits, reading rooms, and finding new music, plus the crew covers the month’s top trends.

    1h 31m

  5. 10/30/2025

    Episode 25 with Knowpa Slaps (San Francisco) — Cookin’ Up the Culture

    The buds are back with Knowpa Slaps, the chef-turned-DJ behind San Francisco’s R&B and RIBS. They break down the Bay’s soulful sound, the connection between food and music, and what’s next for his signature day-party series. Plus, this month’s Music News Minute, top-charting tracks, Throwback or Throw Out classics, and Halloween-season Quick Picks to keep your sets fresh.

    1h 40m

  6. 09/23/2025

    Episode 24 with DJ Spider (Los Angeles) 2-Year Anniversary — From Clubs to the Carpet: The Open-Format Blueprint to DJing the Biggest Events

    The buds celebrate two years of the pod with special guest DJ Spider! They cover everything from the MTV Video Music Awards winners and Song of the Summer nominees to the just-announced Coachella 2026 lineup — then dive into charts, throwbacks, quick picks, and 10 questions with Spider on what it takes to thrive as an open-format DJ today.

    1h 55m

  7. 08/26/2025

    Episode 23 - Breakfast with the Buds (Live Recording from Los Angeles)

    In this special live episode, the buds catch up fresh off the weekend and break down what’s happening across their markets—from rock’s resurgence and viral TikTok hits to the latest chart-toppers and must-play club records. Plus, a special live audience Q&A straight from SKAM Summer.

    1h 5m

  8. 07/22/2025

    Episode 22 with DJ Kaos (San Diego) - Secrets on How to Get Booked

    This month, the budders sit down with DJ Kaos—San Diego’s finest, Sirius XM selector, and the man running both the booth and the bookings. From throwing his own parties (Wish You Were Here), to touring with Pitbull, Kaos breaks down what it really takes to stand out in today’s open-format game. He shares tips for getting booked, how to move in your own market, and the dos and don’ts every DJ should know.

    1h 23m
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Introducing ‘Ear Buds Podcast’ — 3 DJs from NYC, Chicago, & Las Vegas come together to discuss music-related topics, current club trends, and exclusive behind-the-scenes stories. Plus, interviews with fellow DJs, producers, and music buds from around the world — Join hosts @neiljackson, @djfive, & @jerzymuzik for the exciting new journey that is #EarBudsPodcast — Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, & Mixcloud — Brought to you by @headlinermusicclub

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