Soundcheck with Adam Yokum + Dylan Reese

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Soundcheck is a podcast by Adam Yokum and Dylan Reese, exploring creativity, music, and modern culture. Honest conversations + practical insight, every Wednesday!

  1. 6D AGO

    EP 20: Be The Sauce (feat. Ollie Joseph)

    We’re joined by our pal Ollie Joseph. He shares his perspective on building a career as an independent artist. We covered topics like how to build your own infrastructure / systems, staying consistent and maintaining relationships. Plenty of laughs were shared, but hopefully some gems were dropped too. Go follow Big Haus if you don’t already. 00:00 Introducing Our Guest: Ollie Joseph, aka Big Haus 09:01 Navigating the Music Industry and Personal Growth 17:56 Building Relationships and Finding Like-Minded Individuals 29:20 The Challenge of Finding a Unique Sound 39:44 The Value of Catalog Building 52:16 The Role of Songwriters 01:03:00 Attention to Detail: How Small Things Matter 01:09:59 Acting on Opportunities: The Power of Timeliness 01:16:01 Catch Us All On The Road! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 22m

  2. APR 1

    EP 19: We Hope You Water Your Roots

    In this episode, Adam Yokum discusses the inspiration, themes, and creative process behind his new album 'Water Your Roots'. He shares insights into his artistic journey, the significance of the album's title, and the strategic approach to its production and rollout, offering valuable lessons for aspiring musicians and fans alike. 02:03 The Concept Behind 'Water Your Roots' 13:58 Merch Ideas and Album Rollout 17:56 Tour Excitement and Team Dynamics 25:53 Creative Freedom Post-Album 31:00 The Birth of 'Water Your Roots' 45:32 New song called 'Universal Sound' Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 min

  3. MAR 25

    EP 18: Big Timber For Real

    A tree fell on Adam’s house! Everything is all good, but the boys talk about that eventful day. Dylan had some problems of his own due to his fridge shutting on and off. The fellas are in shambles. Meanwhile, Bam Adebayo dropped 83 points in a game somehow. This was a fun, loose, light-hearted episode. 00:00 Unexpected Events: A Tree Falls on Adam's House 04:53 Dylan's Fridge Troubles 14:58 Adam smashes plates in his free time 19:27 Bam Adebayo's Historic 83-Point Game 29:29 Fantasy Basketball League Updates That No One Asked For Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    33 min

  4. MAR 18

    EP 17: Building a Music Career While Working a 9-5 Job (feat. JayRoddy)

    In this episode, Dylan Reese chats with artist/friend JayRoddy about his journey balancing a 9-5 job with building his career in music. This Massachusetts native also wears multiple hats, specializing in visual content + graphic design. The fellas chat about staying consistent and share some stories about their individual come up. 01:15 How Dylan and Roddy Met 04:50 Discipline, Belief, and Progress Over Time 08:57 Working A Day Job 20:42 Early Music Releases 25:01 Planning A Cohesive Project 40:42 The Power of Consistent Content 45:06 Roddy’s Final Advice Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    49 min

  5. MAR 11

    EP 16: This Is Supposed To Be Fun

    "Adam & Dylan have a chat about how to stay inspired and battle burnout / writer’s block. The dance remix of Adam’s song “mountains” coming out on 3/13 gets announced! There’s also a huge thunderstorm going on in West Virginia and Adam is freaking out for most of this episode. He also thought that The Wizard Of Oz came out in 1997. 01:01 Announcing the 'Mountains” Dance Remix 02:06 The Freedom of Being Independent in Music 07:53 Staying Inspired and Recognizing Creative Pockets 22:50 The Joy of Making Music and Staying Playful 30:52 There’s A Thunderstorm in WV" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    40 min

  6. MAR 4

    EP 15: I Shaved My Legs For This

    "In this episode, Adam gives an update about his recent trip to Nashville where he shot a music video with Vwillz, which went great. Adam then decides to present a handful of off the wall Tour concepts. Some went really well, others did not. Somehow the boys get into a convo about finding a really niche community, whether it be bird watching or trading cards. Let us know if anyone finds any Aaron Rodgers cards. 00:00 Feeling A Little Burnt Out 07:29 Adam’s Recent Nashville Trip 14:56 Off The Wall Tour Concepts / Names 28:13 Everyone Should Watch The Documentary Called 'Listers' 34:41 What Yall Know About Trading Cards?" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    47 min

  7. FEB 25

    EP 14: Playing The Long Game (feat. JZAC)

    "Adam is absent for this one. Dylan taps in a long time friend, JZAC. He’s a fellow independent artist, who’s built a career through hustle/consistency. He’s seen a ton of success on socials/streaming. The convo touches on music marketing (2015 vs. now), the Soundcloud / Swagytacks era, upcoming projects. Overall, it was a pretty loose episode but hopefully some gems were dropped along the way! 00:00 Introducing JZAC 05:55 Navigating Social Media 09:53 The Evolution of Music Promotion 14:07 Investing in Your Music Career 17:49 The Long Game 21:58 Building a Sustainable Music Career 25:31 Transitioning to Full-Time Musician 32:27 Anticipating the Upcoming Tour 38:01 Navigating Major Label Interest 41:56 The Value of Independence 45:53 Building Genuine Relationships 50:15 The Blending Roles of Artists and Managers" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    57 min

  8. FEB 18

    EP 13: Dylan Got Boo’d On Stage For 30 Minutes Straight

    "In this episode, Dylan shares a memorable story about opening for Schoolboy Q in 2012. Adam reflects on some of his early experiences on stage as well. The conversation explores the importance of being resilient while finding the right audience. 02:58 Adam’s Pipes Froze 11:51 Getting Boo’d in 2012 17:52 Reflections on Growth 21:51 Adam’s Early Challenges 35:24 The Path of Least Resistance" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    44 min
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