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The Chilled Samples Podcast

Cody Christiansonwww.buzzsprout.com
Conversations with top lofi, chillhop, and mellow beats producers explaining their successes, growth, and best advice for aspiring producers.
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Episodes

Episode 025 - Aarigod

Aarigod is an artistically insightful, thought provoking, and musically talented producer who is currently based in the UK. Jacob, the artist behind the Aarigod project, is a multi-instrumentalist and audio engineer who has years of experience playing in rock centric bands, while simultaneously creating beautifully crafted beats for consistent releases with Chillhop Music. On today's episode we discuss: - How to stay gritty & persistent as an artist - The importance and complexities of build...

Oct 25, 20211 hr 13 min

Episode 024 - S N U G

S N U G is a classically trained, youthfully insightful, and far-reaching producer currently based in Malaysia. Ryan, the artist behind S N U G, has amassed millions of streams and thousands of followers through is calming, meditative, and relaxation focused music. At 16 years of age, he has consistently released with major labels such as Lofi Girl and Dreamhop Music. On today's episode we discuss: - Ryan's personal artist's journey - The importance of expanding your creative comfort zone - How ...

Oct 22, 202131 min

Episode 023 - Tibeauthetraveler

Tibeauthetraveler is an energetic, inspiring, and charismatic producer based out of Belgium. With over 2.4 million monthly listeners at the time of recording, Tibeau's insight into workflow, authentic networking, and the mindset needed to succeed is worth noting and implementing into your life as an artist. Whatever 'it' is, Tibeau has it. On today's episode we discuss: - The benefits of working with labels - How to authentically build your network by being a kind person - An in-depth look into ...

Oct 15, 202153 min

Episode 022 - brillion.

brillion. is one of the lofi communities most talented, popular, and sought-after artists. Since launching the brillion. project, Christian (the man behind the music) has grown his reach exponentially and has reached insane levels of success with his nocturnally nostalgic and masterfully engineered beats. Although his music is extremely chill, there is an intensely energetic drive behind the brillion. project. Personally, this is a type of intense artistic energy that I love and immensely apprec...

Oct 08, 202158 min

Episode 021 - Project AER

Project AER is a sonically complex, strategically insightful, and multi-instrumentalist based in the UK. Since the launch of Project AER, Alex (the artist behind the music) has amassed millions upon millions of streams with his ambience infused and guitar-driven beats. His global reach and musical success has allowed him to take the entrepreneurial leap and pursue music professionally on a full time basis. On today's episode we discuss: - His personal artistic development and artist's journey - ...

Oct 05, 202155 min

Episode 020 - Dimension 32

Dimension 32 is a kind-hearted, contagiously authentic, and unbelievably talented artist based out of Paris, France. Martin (the creative human behind the Dimension 32 project) combines soulful guitar riffs with thoughtful productions to create meditative, chill, and transcendent lofi tunes. Within 10 months, Dimension 32 grew his Spotify monthly listeners from a few hundred to over 740,000! On today's episode we discuss: - The strategies and tactics Martin utilized to exponentially grow his pro...

Oct 02, 202135 min

Episode 019 - Ale Fillman

Ale Fillman is an Ohio born, Colorado based artist who has 25 years of experience within the music industry as a multi-instrumentalist, scratch DJ, and Lofi producer. Most importantly, Phil (the man behind the Ale Fillman project) has 25 years of experience of living, embodying, and embracing his artist's journey. On today's episode we discuss: - The true power of the creation process - Phil's development as an artist and how to overcome creative resistance - Many of the unique and authentic cha...

Sep 27, 20211 hr 6 min

Workshop Series 001 - Hoffy Beat's Guide to Developing Your Creative Process & Boosting Your Productivity

This Workshop Series with Hoffy Beats will teach you how to become a MUSIC MAKING MACHINE!!! The content of this episode will: - Teach you how to spark your creativity and find your musical direction - Give you an in-depth review of Hoffy Beat's production processes - Provide tangible techniques to finishing your tracks - Explain Hoffy Beat's personal strategies to enhance productivity and boost your workflow This episode is sponsored by Staub Audio Engineering: Staub Audio Engineering Website I...

May 31, 202141 min

Episode 018 - Louk (Soul Food Horns)

Louk is an Austin born / Rotterdam based instrumentalist, producer, and all around chill dude. He is multi-faceted, uber talented, and the original founder of 'Soul Food Horns'. Louk has found major success with both his solo project and collaboratively focused horns project which have amassed millions upon millions of streams on Spotify alone. On today's episode we discuss: - Louk's lifestyle shift after moving from Texas to the Netherlands - The time, hustle, and dedication it takes to build a...

Apr 16, 20211 hr 7 min

Episode 017 - Denisova

Denisova is a sample pack creator, multi-instrumentalist, and producer with the most rockstar swagger in the lofi scene. His sample packs are truly some of the most diverse, versatile, and high quality sample packs within the lofi market. His packs, combined with his instrumental loop centric content, makes Denisova one of the most entertaining and inspirational follows within our community. On today's episode we discuss: - The importance of following your artistic dreams and vision - His unique...

Apr 13, 20211 hr 11 min

Episode 016 - Mayaewk

Mayaewk is a beatmaker, sp404 wizard, and lofi legend based in Paris. His mellow, gritty, and sp flavored beats are instantly recognizable by the undeniable groove, unique musical structure, and classic lofi hip hop characteristics. On todays episode we discuss: - His years long journey within the beat scene - The value of receiving, processing, and implementing critical feedback - The importance of being patient with your growth and development as a musician Thank you for being a part of our un...

Apr 09, 20211 hr 1 min

Episode 015 - UKDD

UKDD is a multi-talented instrumentalist, beatmaker, and puppy dad based in Portugal. His chillhop, jazzhop, and lofi beats are truly some of the most creative, well produced, and original tracks that you'll find in the mellow beats scene. With such unique and authentic music, it's no surprise that he's had over 5 independent releases cross the multi-million stream threshold on Spotify. On today's episode we discuss: - His journey as an independent artist - The future evolution of streaming plat...

Mar 26, 20211 hr 32 min

Episode 014 - Honshu

Honshu is a beatmaker, producer, and photographer based in France. His lofi beats infuse samba, jazz, and Latin American influences which meld into a final sound that contains irresistible swing and head bopping grooves. Beyond his music, Honshu has inspiring philosophical perspectives and an authentic aura that can only be described as contagious and uplifting. On today's episode we discuss: - The development of his unique sound and style - How physical releases lead to genuine connections acro...

Mar 23, 20211 hr 3 min

Episode 013 - SYNC.EXE

SYNC.EXE is a producer, multi-instrumentalist, and young artist who creates jazz infused, groovy, and thoughtful music. After an incredible year of growth within the lofi and chillhop scene, SYNC.EXE has unlimited potential and the artistic ability to become one of the best creators in the lofi and chillhop community. On today's episode we discuss his personal story within the music industry, life as a young artist, and inspirational thoughts and advice for other up and coming musicians. This ep...

Mar 19, 202147 min

Episode 012 - Farnell Newton

Farnell Newton is an exceptional horn player and music composer who has had an extensive career within the music industry. From touring with and recording for legendary artists, to finding success within the chillhop, jazzhop, and lofi sphere, Farnell is a prime example of how to live life as a professional and versatile musician. On today's episode we discuss: - The foundational skills and organization needed for a successful music project - How to overcome self doubt and keep pushing forward t...

Mar 15, 202159 min

Episode 011 - Just Jared

Just Jared is a beatmaker, producer, and sample pack creator based out of New Jersey. Just Jared creates some of the grittiest, masterfully compressed, and unique Boom Bap, Lofi, and Hip Hop sample packs I have ever downloaded. His complex understanding of sound design and creative mixing can be heard in every one-shot and loop pack that he puts out. On today's episode we discuss: - His sound design and sample pack creation process - His artistic inspirations and musical journey - The uniqueness...

Mar 12, 20211 hr

Episode 010 - Tonion

Tonion is a multi-instrumentalist, lofi beats producer, and all around good dude based out of Stuttgart, Germany. Tonion was intuitively drawn to the cello and classical music as a 4 year old and has been learning, creating, performing, and releasing music ever since. His complex understanding of music theory and skills as a multi-instrumentalist can be heard throughout his detailed, quality, and thoughtful lofi and chillhop beats. On today's episode we discussed: - His personal musical journey ...

Mar 08, 20211 hr 28 min

Episode 009 - saaaz & Injijo (co-founders of Echo World)

saaaz & Injijo are music producers and creators based out of the UK. Along with their individual lofi projects, they are also the co-founders of Echo World, which is an online platform and community that shares, promotes, and celebrates online music culture. From artist interviews, lofi playlists, label releases, virtual live streams, and in-person live events, Echo World is truly growing and positively promoting the most unique and beautiful aspects of the lofi and chill beats community. On...

Mar 01, 20211 hr 1 min

Episode 008 - CAT DAD

CAT DAD is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who creates unique, authentic, and genre blending music. Based on the coast of California, CAT DAD infuses his chill state of mind and eternal optimism to unapologetically create his own style of music which blends lofi, chillpop, RnB, and other musical flavors into a final sound that can only be categorized as CAT DAD's music. On today's episode, we discuss his personal creative processes and musical repertoire, navigating the ebbs and ...

Feb 22, 20211 hr 3 min

Episode 007 - Mike Weidinger, Staub Audio Engineering

Mike is one of the most prominent, thoughtful, and artistic audio engineers in the lofi, chillhop, and mellow beats scene. As the owner and creator of Staub Audio Engineering, Mike's consistent work and collaborations with top beat makers and major labels has allowed his engineering skills to be heard all over the world. His mastered tracks are frequently placed on Spotify's largest editorial playlists. Beyond his work as an audio engineer, Mike is a true artist and demonstrates ultimate kindnes...

Feb 09, 202157 min

Episode 006 - Big O

Big O is a talented producer, audio engineer, and DJ who consistently releases both vocal collaborations and instrumental beat tapes. His positive attitude, perspective on the artistic journey, and ability to live in the moment is both refreshing and inspiring. On today's episode we discuss his personal progression and evolution as an artist, the importance of infusing your personal experiences and emotion into your music, and how to continuously progress yourself and your project while having a...

Dec 28, 202053 min

Episode 005 - Wilczynski

Wilczynski is one of the most authentic, kindest, and talented artists in the lofi, chillhop, and mellow beats scene. He has multiple tracks that have accumulated millions of streams, received Spotify editorial placements, and secured releases on some of the industry's biggest labels. On todays episode we discuss the benefits of collaboration, working with audio engineers, and the development of artistic identities. This episode is sponsored by Staub Audio Engineering: Staub Audio Engineering We...

Dec 21, 20201 hr 11 min

Episode 004 - Azido 88

Azido 88 has had a diverse, adventurous, and successful career as an internationally touring dj and performer. Over the past 18 months, Azido 88 has transitioned from producing electronic music and is now focusing primarily on creating and releasing lofi and chillhop beats. On today's episode we discuss his journey to becoming a full time musician, tangible strategies to get your tracks on more playlists, and marketing concepts to consider while developing your music project(s). This episode is ...

Dec 14, 20201 hr 2 min

Episode 003 - Hoffy Beats

Hoffy Beats is a true rising star in the lofi and chillhop beats scene. In a single year, Hoffy Beats has grown his project from 0 monthly listeners to 1.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify. He has also secured track releases on 3 of the largest labels in the lofi beats market. On today's episode we discuss his strategy to attaining such astronomical growth, how to collaborate at the highest levels, and myths surrounding writers block. This episode is sponsored by Staub Audio Engineering: Sta...

Dec 07, 20201 hr 1 min

Episode 002 - Garot Michael Conklin

Garot Michael Conklin is a multi instrumentalist who combines his phenomenal horn playing with his vast knowledge of music production to create dynamic, melodic, and unique chillhop beats. On todays episode, we discuss macro level marketing concepts, the beauty of artistic imperfection, and how to build authentic relationships within the music industry. This episode is sponsored by Staub Audio Engineering: Staub Audio Engineering Website Instagram: @staubaudio_sterilone...

Nov 30, 202055 min

Episode 001 - JinSei

JinSei is a top lofi beats producer who has amassed over 11 million streams on Spotify alone. His unique lofi tracks have landed on Spotify editorial playlists such as Lo-Fi Beats, Chill Instrumental Beats, and Quiet hours. Based out of Holland, JinSei has collaborated with artists all over Europe and around the world. In this episode, we discuss the power of networking, collaboration, and how to unapologetically pursue your passions. This episode is sponsored by Staub Audio Engineering: Staub A...

Nov 17, 20201 hr 2 min
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