Episode: "Changes During Online Times with GAWP" Welcome to Episode 021 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, GAWP discusses changes during quarantine times. If you want to learn about ways GAWP has adapted during the pandemic, changes in social media and what is in GAWP's touring backpack, so you can take your career to the next level, tune in now! Episode Title: "Changes During Online Times with GAWP" About GAWP Having previously toured and released under different guises and...

-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Show Notes -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Episode: "Developing Skills for Next Level Productions with GAWP" Welcome to Episode 020 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, GAWP discusses helping artists increase production skills. If you want to learn about his background, discover ways to adapt during the pandemic, and grow your skillset, so you can take your career to the next level, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: Episode...

Episode: "YWTDJ 019: Building the Foundation for Creative Success" Welcome to Episode 016 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Travis Barron discusses finding the path to make creativity your career. Episode Title: "Capturing Human Emotion In Nightlife" About Travis I'm a Chicago Based Photographer, with a strong passion in photography, graphic design, content and branding! ​ I have been blessed with the opportunity to bump shoulders and work among talents, couples, small...

Episode: "YWTDJ 018: Evolving and Adapting to Find Ourselves in Dance Music" Welcome to Episode 018 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Alex Amaro and I discuss evolving with music through time. So if you want to get advice for those starting out, learn to adapt during the pandemic, and beyond, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: Episode Title: "Evolving And Adapting To Find Ourselves In Dance Music" Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week....

Episode: "YWTDJ 017: Priming Ourselves for Creativity and Inspiration with Sinistarr" Welcome to Episode 017 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Sinistarr discusses finding inspiration and creatively priming your brain. Episode Title: "Capturing Human Emotion In Nightlife" About Travis Jeremy Howard, aka Sinistarr, is truly one of the most interesting and exciting names to hit the underground dance music world this past decade. He has become known as an innovative and consistent...

Episode: "YWTDJ 016:Capturing Human Emotion in Nightlife" Welcome to Episode 016 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Travis Barron discusses capturing human emotion, collaboration with musicians and where he finds inspiration. Episode Title: "Capturing Human Emotion In Nightlife" About Travis I'm a Chicago Based Photographer, with a strong passion in photography, graphic design, content and branding! ​ I have been blessed with the opportunity to bump shoulders and work among...

On this episode, Kay discusses her recent time away working on an article surrounding accountability in the music industry. Article content includes sexual violence and sexual contact with minors, so reader discretion is advised.

Episode: "YWTDJ 014: Does it Feel Like Magic?" Welcome to Episode 014 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Stu Grubbs and chats with us on his company, Lightstream. So if you want to gain access to professional production and streaming tools, -, and develop creative rituals so you can -, tune in now! About Lightstream: Our vision is to empower more storytellers and grow the communities in which they tell them. We Believe Live streaming shouldn’t require weeks of research,...

Episode: "YWTDJ 013: Routines, Rituals and Life on the Road with Chad Jeffers" Welcome to Episode 013 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Chad Jeffers and I discuss have peak performance. So if you want to develop creative routines, create a successful music career, and develop positive rituals so you can succeed in the music industry, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: Episode Title: "YWTDJ 013: Routines, Rituals and Life On The Road With Chad Jeffers" Chad...

Episode: "YWTDJ 012: Acceptance to Embracement in Music with Kaleena Zanders" Welcome to Episode 012 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Kaleena Zanders discusses her recent release - "One Life" with Bijou. If you want to hear the inspiration behind "One Life", learn about her merch line, and hear about performing virtually, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: Episode Title: "YWTDJ 012: Acceptance To Embracement In Music With Kaleena Zanders" Kaleena Zanders is an...

Episode: "YWTDJ 011: Creating the Next Generation of Leaders in Music with DJ MADDØG" Welcome to Episode 011 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, DJ MADDØG and I discuss Tapping Into the Gifts We Have. So if you want to learn to tap into your gifts, learn about ways to create visibility in industry and giving back so you can tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: Episode Title: "YWTDJ 011: Creating The Next Generation Of Leaders In Dance Music With DJ MADDØG" DJ MADDØG...

Episode: "Traffic Secrets: Building a Following on IG" Welcome to Episode 010 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Russell Brunson and I discuss IG Traffic Secrets. So if you want to learn how to effectively use IG Stories, utilize IG TV, and grow an engaged IG following so you can build a bigger fanbase, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: Episode Title: "Traffic Secrets: Building A Following On IG" History and Goal of IG Finding Your Ideal Following and Developing...

Episode: "YWTDJ 009: Jesse Saunders, In Their Own Words - a Differently Told History of House Music" Welcome to Episode 009 of the You're With the DJ on the Fade In Network. In this episode, Jesse Saunders discusses his new release, “In Their Own Words,” a history of House. So if you want advice for new artists, or to learn about the process behind the “In Their Own Words” book tune in now. Jesse Saunders Bio: * Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois JESSE SAUNDERS felt the "groove to make...

Episode: "YWTDJ 008: Finding Your Sound and Creating Emotion for Fans on the Dance Floor with Bop City Beats (House on Paulina, Chicago)" Welcome to Episode 008 of the You're With the DJ. If you want to learn about the evolution of artist sound, gain advice for new musicians, and learn how to shape emotions on the dance floor, as well as learn to create positive creative loops to maintain a positive mental health space, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: Episode Title: "YWTDJ...

Episode: "YWTDJ 007: Changing Times for Venues and Streaming, Help for New Artists and More with Marty Intermodal McKenna and Garrett Infinity Birch" Welcome to Episode 007 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Marty "Intermodal" McKenna and Garrett "Infinity" Birch discuss changes during shutdown with Kay and Nikki. If you want to learn how to support venues during COVID times, get advice for new musicians, and learn about social responsibility and anti-discrimination in the house...

Episode: "YWTDJ 006: From Content IDs, to Rebranding and Streaming During Changing Times" Welcome to Episode 006 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Alex Amaro and I discuss understanding how content IDs work. So if you want to gain insight on content IDs, learn about rebranding, and advise for new producers so you can understand content IDs, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: Episode Title: "YWTDJ 006: From Content IDs, to Rebranding And Streaming During Changing...

-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Show Notes -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Episode: "YWTDJ 005: For Boys Like Me - Social Responsibility, Visibility and Creative Process with THAIR" Welcome to Episode 005 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, THAIR discusses visibility and social responsibility. So if you want help in finding your voice, discovering new ways to document inspiration, and learning how you can use your art to help causes you care about, while learning to...

Episode: "Multi-Dimension of Art: Developing a Brand Fans are Excited to Represent" Welcome to Episode 004 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, we discuss using art to connect with fans with guest Dustin Artin'. So if you want to develop ideas to improve branding, improve your creative routine, and understand the ways art can improve your connection with your fanbase - so you can learn how to turn your music into a brand fans are excited to support, tune in now! In this episode,...

-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Show Notes -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Episode: "YWTDJ 003: EPKs, Self-Distribution, Media Coverage, Artist Management and Beyond with Nikki Berry" Welcome to Episode 003 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Nikki Berry and I discuss electronic press kits. So if you want to understand what goes into EPKs, learn about self-distribution and how to increase the likelihood of media coverage, so you can prepare for shows after reopening, tune...

Episode: "Nothing is as it Seems: an Audio-Visual Experience with DEEPFAKE" Welcome to Episode 002 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, DEEPFAKE discusses their innovation in combining audio and visual artistry to create an immersive experience for their following. If you want to understand innovation in technology to create immersive audience experiences, learn to better cultivate inspiration around you, or learn more about DEEPFAKE’s unique sound and style creation, tune in...

Episode: "YWTDJ 001: Evolution of Influences, Creativity and Finding Yourself with Kaleena Zanders and Venessa Michaels" Welcome to Episode 001 of the You're With the DJ. In this episode, Kaleena Zanders and Venessa Michaels discuss visibility and musical influences. So if you want to tap into creativity, and find inspiration around you, so you can how to learn to embrace your true talents and gifts, tune in now! In this episode, you'll discover: Episode Title: "YWTDJ 001: Evolution Of...

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