Singles Are Holding DJs Back (feat. ALLEYCVT) | EF EP 138
Creating a cohesive body of work is the ultimate challenge for rising artists. We explore the pressure of music production while balancing a relentless release schedule and touring.
Host Olivia Mancuso sits down with bass music powerhouse ALLEYCVT to discuss her journey from professional songwriting to becoming a headlining EDM producer.
We dive into technical sound design, the complexity of mixdowns, and the workflow required to bridge melody writing with professional electronic music production in the studio.
Learn how authenticity drives social media growth and why investing in a tour production team is vital for elevating your live DJing experience.
Beyond studio gear, we discuss the producer mindset, navigating the music industry, and the importance of fostering a tight-knit community within the bass scene.
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👉 Video Editor/Audio Engineer: James Fixx
00:00 - Elevated Frequencies - Intro
01:03 - ALLEYCVT's Live Show Upgrade
02:00 - Kill Your Ego
03:00 - Why Producing is Harder
04:30 - ALLEYCVT's Workflow
05:18 - The Bass Fandom
06:39 - Genres Blending
07:28 - Maturing Your Music Taste
08:18 - Need of Variety
09:55 - Digital Presence
10:28 - Social Media is Fake
11:07 - "Forced" Content Flops
12:17 - Getting 1 Million Streams
12:44 - The Single Release Trap
14:55 - Managing Time
15:46 - The Shrimp Posture
16:45 - Worst DJ Booths Ever
17:37 - Losing Money on Tour
20:30 - DJing is Just a Business
21:45 - Finding Your Artist Purpose
22:48 - The Coyote Theory
24:28 - Stop Comparing Yourself
