In this episode, host Mat Landry is joined by indie pop artist Akeem Oh as he returns to the podcast to celebrate the release of his new single, “Fomotion”—his first release in years. Akeem opens up about the inspiration behind the track, how it blends themes of FOMO and being outside the mainstream, and why it’s his freshest and most danceable track yet. Mat and Akeem reflect on his growth as an artist, their long-standing collaboration, and what it’s like to return to music after a hiatus. Tune in for a fun, insightful conversation packed with creative sparks and musical wisdom.

📖 Chapters:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:36 - Akeem’s favourite live show, Radiohead

00:05:08 - what makes lives experience memorable, easing into the show

00:08:45 - Looks & cooperation VS Talent (quote segment)

00:11:45 - authenticity, women & diversity in music

00:13:39 - where is the industry going?

00:15:15 - inspiration for Akeem’s new single - FOMOTION | Pandemic, FOMO & friendships.

00:18:04 - taking time off & growing before releasing music

00:21:00 - Akeem’s fan mail campaign

00:24:30 - writing and production changes from previous work

00:29:30 - Taking a break, growing confidence, longevity of bands

00:37:00 - Finding confidence & feeling comfortable as yourself

00:38:38 - Akeem’s future projects

00:42:30 - experiences shaping FOMOTION | disappearing & vices

00:45:45 - staying relevant in an evolving indie pop scene

00:48:36 - general tips for creative block

00:53:20 - Dream fest game | Black Eyed Peas, Neil Young, Paul McCartney

01:01:00 - Outro

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In this episode, host Mat Landry is joined by Alex DiMauro, a key member of the Toronto-based band, Valley. Fresh off the release of their third album, "Water the Flowers, Pray for a Garden," Alex shares an inside look at the band's creative journey, his role within Valley, and the making of their latest record. They discuss the artistic process behind the album, the challenges and triumphs of being in a band, and what it’s like to bring their music to life on tour. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of creativity, collaboration, and the music industry.

📖 Chapters:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:30 - Catching up post-album release

00:02:40 - Alex’s favourite band, meeting Green Day story

00:09:00 - authenticity & making live experiences memorable (Good clip)

00:14:00 - Looks & cooperation VS Talent (quote segment)

00:18:40 - new developments in the music industry, new wave of authenticity (good clip)

00:22:50 - the meaning behind Water the Flowers, Pray for a Garden (good clip)

00:25:40 - the writing process of Valley’s new album, band changes

00:30:10 - writing in a cabin in the woods

00:36:30 - key messages in Water the Flowers, Pray for a Garden

00:39:00 - Alex’s favourite track on the new album

00:41:20 - Reception of the album

00:43:08 - Live translation of Water the Flowers, Pray for a Garden

00:47:25 - Touring stories

00:50:10 - balancing band member responsibilities

00:54:45 - Valley & Alex’s upcoming plans

00:58:10 - Advice for beginning musicians & comparison

01:02:00 - The Dreamfest game

01:08:00 - Outro

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In this episode, host Mat Landry is joined by Nate Day, co-founder of Eights Creative. Together, they dive into the latest updates on Eights Creative’s journey, discussing the challenges and triumphs of growing a creative agency. They share insights on the evolution of their vision, the impact of recent projects, and what’s next for Eights as they continue to push the boundaries of live music experiences.

📖 Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:50 - Catching up

3:26 - How Eights has changed in the past year

8:25 - Unexpected lessons from running Eights (good clip)

15:10 - Eights’ evolving creative process, collaboration vs direction

20:50 - Expanding into new markets & services, expanding to the US

27:10 - Eights’ milestones, The Beaches & Valley Toronto show

32:42 - Eights’ impact on Nate and Mat’s personal life

44:00 - Eights next goals

48:10 - Rapid Qs - fav bands, fav post-show snack, dream Eights project, oh s*** moments

1:06:30 - not drumming, feeling creatively fulfilled

1:12:20 - Perfect day off

1:18:00 - outro

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In this episode, host Mat Landry sits down with Jarvis 'Jeb' Barnes, a versatile drummer, keyboardist, playback engineer, tech, and music director who’s currently on tour with global sensation Tate McRae. Jarvis shares his journey from the early days to Madison Square Garden, discussing how his extensive experiences and versatile services have shaped his career. They also explore the demands of live performances and touring, the art of collaboration in 2024, and how Jarvis balances his multiple roles in the industry.

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In this episode, host Mat Landry chats with his brother, Simon-Rys Landry, a multi-talented artist currently studying at the University of Ottawa's theatre conservatory. Simon delves into the nuances of creativity, navigating artistic mediums, and balancing multiple passions. They also explore the meaning of authenticity, the evolution of Simon’s creative journey, and his insights on performance and artistry.

🔍 Episode Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:53 - Simon’s Favourite Live Shows

6:43 - What makes live experience’s memorable & some experiences better than others?

14:35 - Looks & cooperation vs. talent (quote segment)

22:18 - Confidence vs. talent, developing confidence

26:13 - Simon’s artistic journey

32:50 - Artistic burnout & balancing multiple creative projects

37:45 - Everyone’s impact on your art, the village of collaboration

41:24 - What does authenticity mean to Simon? Staying true while taking inspiration

47:00 - How Simon’s creativity has evolved over time & theatre vs. music

57:40 - Feeling self-assured and connected on stage — Simon’s biggest lesson from live performance

1:02:20 - Simon’s first play performance

1:06:30 - Up next in Simon’s artist journey

1:11:35 - Simon’s dream role

1:15:00 - The Dreamfest Game

1:24:00 - Outro

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In this episode, host Mat Landry sits down with Chris Mermer, a CPA, bookkeeper, and the creative mind behind Vertigo Blue. Chris shares his journey in the accounting world, the launch of his new artist-services venture, Gemini, and the importance of financial literacy in the music industry. He also dives into financial advice for all creatives and how his artistic side influences his professional endeavours.

🔍 Episode Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

1:50 - Wakes a good live show, The 1975 & Turnstile

6:40 - Looks and cooperation vs talent (quote segment)

9:20 - Where is the industry is going? Labels, publishing, artist transparency, quality vs quantity

17:50 - Chris’s journey in accounting in music & Gemini

23:40 - Indicators of financial health in a business

25:30 - importance of budgeting in the music industry

28:00 - taxes in the creative industry

31:40 - how creative businesses navigate financial regulation and tax laws

35:00 - how Chris is balancing accounting with creative work

37:10 - saving money vs reinvesting into your creative business

42:20 - advice for young creatives dealing with debt

44:40 - diversifying income streams in the music business

47:30 - advice for accounting in the creative industry

54:30 - staying updated on trends in finances for the music industry, using AI

59:10 - Chris’s top financial advice - cash is king & start investing young

1:01:20 - Chris’s goals, Vertigo Blue, balancing creative projects with accounting

1:08:30 - The Dreamfest Game

1:13:16 - Outro

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In today's episode, host Mat Landry dives deep into the world of music and creative philosophy with the talented artist Jayde. Known for her emotional depth and captivating sound, Jayde shares her insights into the creative process, the evolution of her artistry, and the release of her latest singles "I Don't Want to Hate You" and "Absurdist Reality."

🔍 Episode Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

01:30 - Jayde’s favourite Shows & The 1975

05:15 - I’m Sorry It’s all my Fault, releasing & promoting projects

10:00 - Looks and cooperation vs talent

16:00 - Where the music industry is going, social media vs community building

20:00 - Jayde’s interest in music as a child

25:30 - Sticking to an artistic vision, Jayde’s influences, songwriting

31:50 - Complexity vs clarity in songwriting

37:00 - Openness in collaboration, mutual support, vulnerability in songwriting

43:48 - Role of dynamics in songwriting

47:40 - Navigating creative block, taking breaks

50:30 - Comfortability and your environment’s impact on songwriting

53:14 - Jayde’s future in music & advice to her younger self

56:15 - Absurdist Reality & Upcoming projects

58:45 - Producer’s Game

1:06:00 - Outro

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In today's episode, host Mat Landry sits down with the immensely talented Darryl Joseph-Dennie. As a Producer, Music Director, Band Leader, Educator, and Keyboardist from Mississauga, Ontario, Darryl is at the forefront of Toronto’s most culture-forward music projects. We delve into his influential work with Listening Room Toronto, Nostalgic Playlist, and Who You Got?, and discuss his role in fostering community through Jazz, Fusion, and Neo-Soul.

🔍 Episode Chapters:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:00 - Favourite Live Show Experience

00:04:30 - Best Representation of Darryl's Work - Nostalgic Playlist

00:08:00 - The Listening Room Project and Music Industry Trends

00:10:20 - Joni Mitchell's Quote and Darryl's Response

00:13:25 - Future of the Music Industry — Threat of AI

00:18:20 - Social media in the music industry

00:19:25 - Darryl’s journey in the music industry

00:26:40 - Saying yes & making unexpected connections

00:29:00 - Listening Room Toronto

00:36:10 - Improvising Music & How to Jam Better

00:39:40 - How the Listening Room Toronto Works

00:42:00 - Listening Room Highlights

00:48:00 - The Nostalgic Playlist

00:51:00 - Working with a team vs working Solo

00:53:00 - Working as a Musical Director

00:57:00 - Balancing Multiple Projects

01:01:00 - The Toronto Music Community & Upcoming Toronto Artists

01:06:26 - Advice to Aspiring Musicians & diversifying skills

01:10:59 - Staying inspired & Darryl’s Goals

01:15:30 - The Producer’s Game

01:26:10 - Outro

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In today's episode, host Mat Landry shines a spotlight on Quincy Stanton, an accomplished Lighting Director and Operator for well-known acts such as Charli XCX, 50 Cent, Anderson .Paak, Vance Joy, King Princess, and many others. Quincy shares his invaluable insights into the world of concert lighting, from his journey into the industry to his experiences working on high-profile tours like Charli XCX's "Brat Tour."

🔍 Episode Highlights:

Quincy's journey into becoming a Lighting Director and Operator

His favorite projects and tours

The Brat Tour Creative Process

Memorable live show experiences and fan perspectives

The role and responsibilities of a lighting director on tour

Challenges faced during live performances and how to overcome them

Collaboration with other crew members and the importance of teamwork

Tips for aspiring lighting directors

Reflections on the Charli XCX "Crash Tour"

Balancing creativity and technical skills in lighting design

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In today's episode, host Mat Landry dives deep into the world of artist management with Natalie Weigel from 2 plus 2 management. Natalie shares her invaluable insights into managing artists, discovering new talent, and navigating the challenges of the evolving music industry.

🔍 Episode Highlights:

Natalie's favorite live show experience as a fan

Her journey into artist management and joining 2 plus 2 management

A typical day in the life of an artist manager

Key responsibilities and challenges in artist management

Discovering and signing new talent in 2024

Developing an artist’s career from the early stages to becoming established

The impact of social media and digital platforms on artist management

Navigating common challenges faced by artists today

The importance of networking and building relationships in the industry

Tips for aspiring artists

Advice for aspiring artists and managers

Balancing business, creativity, and networking in artist management

Future goals and exciting projects at 2 plus 2 management

Playing the Dreamfest Game

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In today's episode, host Mat Landry dives deep into the world of music production & Creativity with Mickey Brandolino. From his time with Valley to his solo ventures, Mickey shares his invaluable insights into his creative process, his journey through creativity, and navigating the evolving music industry.

🔍 Episode Highlights:

Mickey's journey from Valley to his solo career

A deep dive into Mickey's songwriting and production process

Writing for himself vs. collaborating with other artists

Evolution of his sound and personal artistic journey

Inspirations and influences on his recent work

The role of collaboration in his creative process

Memorable collaboration experiences and their impact

Sneak peek into his upcoming projects

Goals for his music career and advice for aspiring artists

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🔍 Episode Highlights:

Emily's journey into becoming Earth To Emily

Balancing life and art between Toronto and LA

Insights on why artists move to major music hubs like LA, New York, and Nashville

The dual-city lifestyle and its impact on her music

A deep dive into Emily's songwriting process

Writing for herself vs. collaborating with artists like ELIO & Babygirl

Evolution of her sound and personal artistic journey

Inspirations and references for her new EP, 'Socialite Rodeo' (out July 5th)

The role of collaboration in her creative process

Memorable collaboration experiences and their impact

Sneak peek into 'Socialite Rodeo'

Goals for her music career and advice for aspiring artists

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In today's episode, host Mat Landry dives deep into the world of vocal and performance coaching with the renowned Marla Joy. With over a decade of experience working with internationally recognized artists, Marla shares her invaluable insights into refining musical skills, enhancing stage presence, and navigating the evolving music industry.

🔍 Episode Highlights:

Marla’s favorite live show experience as a fan

Industry insights inspired by a Joni Mitchell quote from 2004

Marla’s journey into vocal producing and performance coaching

Common challenges for aspiring singers and how to overcome them

Developing personalized vocal training plans

The importance of vocal coaching for technical skills and artistic expression

Developing personalized vocal training plans

Effective techniques for vocal producing and stage presence

Synergies between vocalists, musicians, and performance coaches

The evolving role of vocal coaches in the digital age

Dreamfest Game: Marla curates her dream festival lineup, complete with headliner, middle act, opener, and more!

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Kris Pooley is a musical director, composer, and arranger originally from Detroit, Michigan. He has been the musical director for American Idol since 2018, and throughout his career, he has worked with Katie Perry, Kesha, Demi Lovato, Adam Lambert, Rita Ora, Jane’s Addiction, Smashing Pumpkins, and many more. Over the last decade, you may have heard his work through your TV on programs such as Glee, American Horror Story, and even the Super Bowl in 2015! We hope you enjoy the episode!

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cindë's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamcinde

PRE-SAVE "Villain Origin Story": https://cinde.lnk.to/villainoriginstory

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Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

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Colin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colinjamesmoore/

Soundbox Productions website: https://soundboxpro.com/

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Tyler's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylerappleby

Factor Canada: https://www.factor.ca/

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Sean's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seansams/

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Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

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Eliza's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizaenmanmcdaniel

The Beaches' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeachesband

Beaches' website: thebeachesband.com

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Connor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connorpohl

Violet Night's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/violetnightmusic

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Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

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Zoë's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zomcmillan

Drumsknz's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drumsknzz

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Rob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlasbroker

Valley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisvalley

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Karah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lokalcolor

Valley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisvalley

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Alison's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonperdue

Wednesday MGMT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wednesdaymgmt/

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To connect with Jeff please visit his website: http://jeffrk.com/

Or, his socials: @jeffrkd

Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

Many thanks to Eightspace & LMDSolutions for their support & resources.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:16 - Jeff's Favourite Live Show Experiences

00:10:32 - The evolution of the industry

00:14:30 - Jeff's Origin Story: East Coast Hero

00:25:50 - Playing with bands - University & Beyond

00:30:30 - Sessioning vs. Being in a band

00:33:00 - Infinite Span: Lives in Music

00:39:33 - Canada's music scene

00:44:40 - Jeff's Musical Influences & References

00:54:50 - Comedy & Music

00:59:00 - The Producer's Game

01:08:28 - Conclusion

To purchase Shwartz' "Infinite Span: Lives in Music" book: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B08B88RJFZ?geniuslink=true

Art Haus Website: https://www.arthausmusic.com/

Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

Many thanks to Eightspace & LMDSolutions for their support & resources.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:25 - Noah's Favourite Live Show Experiences

00:12:28 - Being listenable in 2023

00:19:00 - Teaching & Technology in music

00:25:00 - Post-Berklee, Grad Studies

00:29:10 - The Importance of Teaching Music Business

00:33:00 - Infinite Span: Lives in Music

00:41:42 - Global Music & Its Business

00:48:00 - Cognitive vs. Music Dissonance

00:56:42 - What do outsiders need to know about the music industry?

00:59:35 - What do artists need to look out for in 2023?

01:06:40 - What's lacking in the music industry?

01:08:46 - ArtHaus

01:15:28 - Conclusion

Akeem Oh is an artist, multi-instrumentalist, producer, creator, historian, vinyl curator, and DJ. Having been based out of Ottawa for over 10 years, Akeem has garnered a respect in the English and french music industries as an artist, visionary, and facilitator of all things music and live experiences. Over the span of his still young career, he has played a crucial role in multiple records & projects. In 2018, Akeem Oh started releasing music from his current era such as the singles “Winter Crush”, “School Girl”, and “Oh, Live from the Record Center”, a Bandcamp exclusive.

He is currently working on his next batch of singles and a new project with some of Toronto’s finest songwriters and producers.

For more information and to get in touch with Akeem, you can get in contact with him at his website akeemoh.com or on socials at @akeemohmusic.

Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

Many thanks to Eightspace & LMDSolutions for their support & resources.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:38 - Akeem's Favourite Live Show Experiences

00:06:46 - Music vs. Marketing in 2023

00:10:00 - The Resurgence of Vinyl

00:13:48 - Akeem's Origin Story

00:20:00 - Franco-Ontarian Music Industry

00:28:30 - Akeem's Biggest Influences

00:31:43 - Cancel Culture: Arcade Fire

00:35:08 - Oh's Creative Process

00:47:25 - Akeem's Present for Mat

00:50:20 - Didn't Cha Know - Best Friend's Edition

00:59:55 - How To Be an Authentic Artist

00:51:53 - Tips & Tricks: Getting into the Industry

01:08:40 - Conclusion

Trent Hurst is a multi-hyphenate music industry facilitator from Toronto, ON. After graduating from the Creative Industries program at TMU in 2021, he started working for Peer Music as their Creative Coordinator, working with songwriting catalogs, metadata, and licensing. After finishing his contract with them, he quickly shot up the ranks in Universal Music Canada’s Black Music division, now working with some of the most present and important Canadian R&B, Soul, and Rap artists of 2023.

You can get in contact with Trent Hurst on socials at @trent_hurst.

Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

Many thanks to Eightspace & LMDSolutions for their support & resources.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:30 - Trent's Favourite Live Show Experiences

00:05:45 - Music Marketing in 2023

00:09:48 - Trent's Origin Story

00:11:20 - Ram Records

00:15:10 - Creative Industries, TMU

00:18:50 - Interning at Universal: Catalogue

00:20:53 - Working at Peer Music: Publishing

00:25:05 - Working at Universal: Marketing

00:30:56 - Artist to discover

00:32:42 - Highlights @ Universal

00:35:28 - Marketing101

00:51:53 - Tips & Tricks: Getting into the Industry

00:57:53 - Conclusion

Elise Mariah is a signer/songwriter from Toronto, ON. Since an early age, she has been active in the music industry both on and off stage. In 2019, she was a background vocalist on Daniel Ceasar’s worldwide CASE STUDY: 01 tour. In the last year, she has been a content producer for Canada’s number 1 entertainment news show called Etalk, interviewing some of the biggest stars in the industry and writing some of the most compelling articles on your favourite entertainment topics.

For more information and to get in touch with Elise, you can get in contact at her website elisemariah.com or at @elisemariah on all socials.

Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

Many thanks to Eightspace & LMDSolutions for their support & resources.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:50 - Elise's Favourite Live Show Experiences

00:06:31 - Content Creation in the Music Industry

00:09:00 - The Balance Between Content and Artistry

00:14:19 - Elise's Origin Story

00:21:40 - Discovering a Passion at Canada's Walk of Fame

00:23:37 - The Search for the Perfect Job

00:26:33 - eTalk: Day in the life

00:31:53 - Getting the Daniel Caesar Call

00:41:19 - On Tour - Case Study: 01

00:44:30 - What Elise Learnt On Tour

00:48:45 - Guess That!

00:56:38 - Tips & Tricks: Online Covers

01:02:50 - Conclusion

TRP.P is an R&B/Hip-Hop duo hailing from Toronto, Canada. The duo consists of Truss (music producer on television show Sort Of) and Phoenix Pagliacci (featured artist on rapper Shad’s album TAO). In 2019, TRP.P released their first full-length album 2TRP.P, which garnered press from outlets including Fader, Earmilk, Exclaim! Magazine and NOW Toronto. Fresh off of last year’s Western Canada tour, where they opened for Juno-award winning rapper Shad & some international dates, TRP.P released their second full-length album entitled “Mirror Soul” in summer 2022: https://wearetrpp.bandcamp.com/album/mirror-soul

You can find more information online at wearetrpp.com or on socials here: @wearetrpp

Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

Many thanks to Eightspace & LMDSolutions for their support & resources.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro & Laughter

00:03:35 - TRP.P's Favourite Live Show Experiences

00:07:50 - Navigating Mass Consumption & Creation in 2023

00:12:05 - How Mass Consumption Affects TRP.P's process

00:15:00 - TRP.P's Origin Story

00:18:22 - "Didn't Cha Know", the game!

00:32:33 - Production Tips & Tricks

00:38:05 - Appreciating Producers & The Team Around You

00:40:50 - The Dream Album!!!

00:49:50 - Growing up in Toronto

00:54:56 - The Music Communities of Toronto

01:02:20 - Conclusion

Becca Hamel is a Toronto based photographer, designer, and creative director. Her clients include the Junos, Universal, Sony, Capitol records, Atlantic, and much, much, much more. Her work has been featured at Vogue Russia, NME, i-D, DORK, and Paper Mag, amongst others. You can find her work with Valley, The Beaches, ELIO, and more at her website: beccahamel.com / @beccahamel

Resources mentioned:

Matty Vogel - https://www.instagram.com/mattyvogel/ - @mattyvogel

Matty Vogel's blog for more information: https://www.mattyvogel.com/blog/

David O'donohue - https://www.david-od.com/ - @david_od

Gabriella Hughes - https://www.gabriellahughes.com/ - @gabriellahughes

Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

Many thanks to Eightspace & LMDSolutions for their support & resources.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:02 - Becca's Favourite Live Show Experiences

00:06:45 - The Intersection of Music Business & Photography

00:10:04 - The Impact of Content Creators in the Music Industry

00:16:00 - Quality vs. Quantity, Artists vs. Content Creators

00:18:40 - Becca's Origin Story

00:24:46 - Mythconception: Everyone Can Be A Photographer When They Have an iPhone

00:28:47 - Artist Network: Lennon Stella, Joshua Basset, and the Power of Social Media

00:35:45 - The Importance of Working with Inspiring Artists

00:37:20 - Concert Photography: Tips & Tricks

00:43:17 - What Does a Touring Photographer Bring on the Road?

00:49:56 - How do you reach out to artists to work them?

00:57:42 - Imposter Syndrome

01:01:49 - Advice for Anyone That Wants To Shoot Concerts

01:06:30 - Conclusion

Resources mentioned:

Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull (Pixar) - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/216369/creativity-inc-by-ed-catmull-with-amy-wallace/

The Touring Musician's Handbook by Bob Owsinski - https://bobbyowsinski.com/touring-musicians-handbook-2/

Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

CHAPTERS:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:16 - Nate's Favourite Live Show Experiences

00:04:35 - Music vs. The Music Business

00:11:57 - The Anatomy Of A Live Show

00:23:25 - Serving The Artist & Iconic Session Musicians

00:25:06 - MYTHconception: Creative Freedom & Avril Lavigne

00:36:13 - Do's Of Touring

00:52:05 - Don'ts Of Touring

01:02:43 - Touring Stories: ELIO

01:10:45 - Touring Stories: Charli XCX

01:16:38 - What Is Eights? What Do You We Do?

01:17:48 - Conclusion

While we're stepping back to recharge and focus on some exciting new developments, rest assured that we’ll continue sharing clips and highlights from past episodes. Stay tuned for those and more updates as we go through this process. We’ll be back soon, better than ever, with more stories and great conversations!

Thanks so much for all your support! We can’t wait to return with even more inspiring content for you.

For now, check out the new eights website & come follow the journey on socials at @eightscreative & @eightsnetwork.

Stay safe, and chat soon!

This time, we’re in part two of showing highlight clips from previous episodes on the topic of social media in the music industry.

You’ll be hearing from various musicians, artist managers, and more talk about the role and impact of social media in the music industry - especially when it comes to TikTok.

Your host, Mat Landry, is currently away on tour right now with The Beaches. In the meantime, we want to show you some more highlights from previous episodes, this time, on social media in the music industry. You’ll be hearing from various musicians, musical directors, people working in artist management, and more talk about the role and impact of social media in the music industry. This is a huge topic, so we’ll be splitting this episode into two parts. On YouTube, these clips are going to be posted as individual videos over the next two weeks for you to access easily.

Episode Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

1:04 - Natalie Weigel on TikTok, Paid vs Organic Promotion

10:36 - Andrew Mansfield on The Future of Music Discovery

17:15 - TJ Rodriguez on Artist Image in the age of TikTok

22:25 - Jayde on ending the TikTok-ification of music

26:15 - Kris Pooley's top tip for musicians on social media

28:11 - Outro

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At the release of this episode, The Beaches are currently on their last tour of the year in the States, so we thought this would be a great moment to look back. In this first clip, The Beaches share their transition to independence after being dropped by a label, and reflect on their musical upbringing. In the second clip, the Beaches reflect on the stories behind some of their more overlooked songs, and how TikTok has boosted their popularity and helped them sell out shows. They discuss their excitement in the midst of their tour, and reflect on the success they’ve had so far.

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👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, share, and leave a review! Cloud Machine is produced by Eights Creative - https://www.eightscreative.com/

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