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Ranger Trucco is one of house music’s fastest-rising talents. Combining effortless lyricism with infectious basslines, he wasted zero time cultivating a truly unique sound that resonates with electronic music fans globally. Both producer & vocalist - Ranger refused to let growing up 4 hours north of the nearest nightlife impede his plans of a future completely immersed in dance music culture. With performances at festivals and clubs nationwide on the horizon, it’s only up from here.

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Summary

Ranger Trucco discusses his approach to collaborating with other artists and the positive impact it has had on his career. He emphasizes the importance of mutual respect and communication in collaborations. He also shares his journey as an artist and the influence of his parents on his music career. Trucco highlights the significance of having fun and not taking music too seriously, as well as the importance of finding inspiration outside of the studio. He discusses the balance between making music and managing social media, emphasizing the importance of being authentic and true to oneself. Ranger Trucco discusses the pressure of posting on social media and the importance of authenticity. He emphasizes the need for artists and brands to be themselves on social media and connect with their audience on a personal level. He also talks about the ego in the DJ industry and the importance of humility. Trucco predicts that minimal and deep tech will continue to grow in the US music scene. He advises DJs to have fun, not take themselves too seriously, and prioritize their mental well-being.

Takeaways


Collaboration is important for building your own projects and the overall sound
Mutual respect and communication are key in successful collaborations
Having fun and not taking music too seriously is crucial for creativity
Finding inspiration outside of the studio is important for artistic growth
Being authentic and true to oneself on social media is essential There is pressure to post on social media, but it's important to be authentic and connect with your audience on a personal level.
Humility is crucial in the DJ industry, and the best DJs are often the most humble.
Minimal and deep tech music genres are predicted to continue growing in the US music scene.
Having fun and prioritising mental well-being are essential for productive and enjoyable music production.
Don't take yourself too seriously as a DJ and remember that it's not that deep.

Yazmina is a UK based Producer and DJ who grew up in Hackney, London. Her production and sets are a mix of Tech House, Minimal and Bass/Garage House, influenced by 90s through to current day House using a lot of old school Rnb, Hip Hop and Soul vocal samples.



Summary

Yazmina shares her journey in the music industry, from being in a pop rock band to exploring electronic music and eventually signing tracks to labels like Hottrax and Glasgow Underground. She talks about the importance of self-creation in her music and the balance between using sample packs and creating her own sounds. Yazmina also discusses her approach to making music, including a well organised approach to her files and back ups! She emphasises her key habit as the need to step away from a track and come back to it with fresh ears for better productivity and output. Yazmina shares her approach to managing her time in the studio, emphasizing the importance of stepping away to avoid burnout. She finds it productive to take breaks and engage in activities outside of the studio, as it helps her maintain energy and focus. Being a full-time producer has allowed her to have more flexibility in her schedule and implement a healthier structure. Yazmina also discusses the impact of rejection and how she has learned to handle it better over time. She advises other producers to invest in themselves, avoid comparing themselves to others on social media, and set clear goals.

Takeaways


Yazmina's approach to making music involves having a well organised file and back up system.
Knowing when to away from a track and coming back to it with fresh ears for better productivity and output. Stepping away from the studio can be productive and help prevent burnout.


Setting clear goals and creating a visual representation of them can help track progress and stay motivated.
Handling rejection is a skill that can be developed over time, and it's important not to take it personally.

Cameron & George sit down at Miami Music Week 2024 to talk about their journey building Trackstack. Covering new product announcements, how they handle customers and their view on the electronic music industry.

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Brendan James, UK on Stacked. Rising underground house DJ, Brendan James originates from the south west UK with strong roots within the house and techno scene.

Brendan also contributes his expertise openly on YouTube and through is 1 to 1 mentoring sessions under the 'Brendan James Music' brand.

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Goosey, UK joins us from Barcelona, Spain on Stacked.



Goosey's underground sound is truly unique and draws heavily from the iconic club DC10. His extensive catalogue of unreleased music has already made waves on the dancefloors of some of the world's most renowned parties.

Goosey's music has not gone unnoticed, with numerous high-profile DJs and producers such as Jamie Jones, Marco Carola, Michael Bibi and Joseph Capriati supporting his work. As an artist, Goosey is rapidly gaining momentum and is definitely one to keep an eye on in 2023.

Josh Hvaal, UK joins us on Stacked. Josh’s musical education started at a young age where he began DJing aged 9, learning his craft on belt drive record players and here is where his passion for dance music blossomed.

As he grew older, Josh became heavily influenced by the unique sounds of artists such as Paul Johnson, DJ Deeon, Vin Sol and DJ Haus. Fascinated by the speed and energy of their music, Hvaal invested countless hours developing his own sound and style orientated around the dancefloor.

Josh’s unique, extensive catalogue of unreleased dance floor-ready music has graced the dancefloors of some of the biggest and most renowned clubs and festivals in the world. His music support from the likes of JAMIE JONES, RICHY AHMED, LATMUN, PAWASA and SEB ZITO to name a few.

Having caught the eye of world renowned DJ/Producer Jamie Jones with his unconventional, original productions, Jamie subsequently signed Josh’s debut release “The Sound EP” to his and Lee Foss’s powerhouse underground record label Hot Creations

Armed with an arsenal of quality own productions and club inspired edits, Josh’s unique and undeniable talent as a DJ with high energy sets has seen him booked in esteemed venues such as Stealth, XOYO, EGG, Lab11 and Lightbox, and many more.