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00:00 - Introduction 02:00 - Theme 03:13 - Loves 12:00 - Reissues 15:15 - Got my eye on 27:01 - Mainstream albums Show notes: Neo Geo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gee_derrick/video/7153712445884828929 Flying Fish Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3I1OcbsUp8 Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@…

00:00 - Introduction 02:00 - Taylor 05:00 - Matty Healy 07:00 - Drake and Aging 08:45 - Biopics 10:20 - Tyla 11:45 - Andre 3000 13:30 - Is Laufey Jazz 15:40 - TikTok and Music 20:40 - K-Pop Popped 22:50 - AI Fakery 25:30 - Frank Ocean’s Coachella 28:08 - Troye Sivan Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_…

Proposing ways in which we should standartise the music streaming platforms.Chapters00:00 - Introduction02:08 - Examples from other industries04:24 - Competitive Advantages09:15 - Parity and my suggestionsShow notesMy video about Spotify and my concerns: https://www.tiktok.com/@gee_derrick/video/7304052924689239298 Follow me Patreon: https://patreo…

When indie music becomes anything but.00:00 - introduction01:25 - History06:00 - Debunking10:20 - RenamingFollow mePatreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrickTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?s…

The Beatles have held their crown as the "greatest band of all time" not by luck, but by marketing, investment and protection of their image. Much like Michael Jordan.Chapters00:00 - Introduction01:43 - Remember My Name04:36 - Investing in Legacy06:28 - Here, There and Everywhere10:30 - Heir Beatles13:00 - Across the Universe15:00 - The EndFollow m…

It was an honour to have Apple Music's Tim Sweeney (Beats In Space) on the podcast this week. A titan in the radio/DJ community, Tim's dedication to documenting and celebrating dance music in an awe inspiring journey to hear about. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 04:45 - Introducing Tim Sweeney 05:40 - Origin story of Beats In Space 15:45 - When BIS …

I asked you guys about the best methods to discover new music. Some really interesting results! 00:00 - Introduction 01:31 - Premise 04:45 - Spotify 07:45 - Friends 09:45 - Research 14:30 - Stalking 17:35 - Discovery Appendix: How to Discover New Music Podcast 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FDS8RlNxERLyujsIHAlzC?si=d478556186224a54 Flora Ying…

Finally did it! The Devonte Hynes episode. Talking all things Blood Orange, Lightspeed Champion and Dev Hynes - and how he pulls from a world of music to craft a sound that will go onto influence a generation.Chapters00:00 - Introduction/Opening Statement03:22 - Backstory05:42 - My Dev Hynes Experience08:46 - His Influences14:45 - The Magnetism of …

Chapters00:00 - Introduction03:20 - What is the test of time?04:30 - Can music be “timeless”?06:00 - Irrelevant POVs07:20 - Novelty10:30 - Timing13:45 - Masculine & Feminine21:30 - In Opposition25:20 - PredictionsFollow mePatreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrickTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/…

I will not stand for Drake slander! 00:00 - Introduction02:24 - My Drake Story03:45 - Innovation08:57 - Appeal17:40 - Career21:25 - Longevity & Influence24:28 - Marketing27:00 - CriticismsShow notes:Drake marketing interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6uu5bSVxjJkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ru0cREWPcmgSponsored by: turntablelab.com/geeFoll…

00:00 - Introduction 02:20 - the Money 03:40 - R&D 05:30 - Artist treatment 10:40 - Promotion 14:13 - Live Events 18:30 - Tech 22:00 - Merch 26:22 - Fans Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: h…

Is music taste like food...do you only like what you grew up on? 00:00 - Introduction 02:15 - Friends 04:05 - FOMO 05:35 - Cultural Signifiers 07:20 - Repetition 09:40 - Memories 12:15 - Rebellion 15:30 - Lust 18:15 - Collective Opinion Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www…

The legacy of Tyler is only building!00:00 - Introduction02:25 - Backstory07:10 - My fav releases10:30 - His influence16:00 - Supreme & Fashion20:00 - Directing23:15 - Creative Culture25:15 - The Music31:30 - Conclusions33:07 - What’s Next?Follow mePatreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrickInstagram: https://ww…

A lil life update, a lil catch up - what I'm up to, how I'm feeling. Long overdue! Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PfPtHX7PGUZVCeBHoKGbt?si=6592e17125464606 About Me:…

All the argy bargy about the definition of a DJ in 2023.00:00 - Introduction03:50 - My Qualifications04:20 - History of DJing08:20 - Why is there confusion?11:50 - What I define as a DJ in 202324:30 - ConclusionsFollow mePatreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/…

From the enduring legacy of Nirvana to Radiohead Stans, I’m honoured to have had Yasi Salek of the podcast Bandsplain on Derrick Gee Speaks Volumes!00:00 - Introduction04:00 - The Bandsplain background24:00 - What she’s learned 27:00 - Bands and TrendsFollow Yasihttps://www.instagram.com/yasisalek/https://twitter.com/yasisalekhttps://www.tiktok.com…

They make no sense, and they make perfect sense.00:00 - Introduction01:59 - The B-52’s07:45 - Ben Folds Five14:40 - Queen20:00 - Steely Dan24:20 - The Spice Girls29:30 - Ed Sheeran34:30 - Honourable Mentions35:40 - Conclusions38:00 - AppendixFollow mePatreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrickInstagram: https://…

Your First Hifi System: A Beginner's Guide! 00:00 - Introduction 01:53 - Who Is This For? 04:42 - The Analogy 08:16 - The First Setup 12:50 - The Second Setup 25:30 - The Third Setup 35:20 - FAQs Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: h…

Is it a genre problem, an artist problem, or a time problem?00:00 - Introduction01:26 - Contents03:15 - The Biggest Stadium Shows06:41 - The Biggest Hip Hop Shows08:48 - Problem 009:38 - Problem 113:34 - Problem 219:00 - Problem 321:20 - Problem 423:00 - Who Could Pull It Off?26:00 - What Do You Think?27:00 - AppendixFollow mePatreon: https://patre…

It was an absolute pleasure to speak to Nothing's Adam Bates and Tom Ridley about the ins and outs of building a tech company from the ground up.Chapters04:00 - Tom and Adam introduce themselves 11:45 - What is the Nothing philosophy 15:30 - How do you act different, practically 19:00 - What makes a good earphone?23:00 - Their launch hesitations 25…

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When two become one. This week I explore the phenomenon of music and fans that combine from completely different backgrounds. Chapters 00:00 - The Thesis 04:32 - Dean Blunt & King Krule 07:38 - Babymetal 10:55 - Black audiences and emo 13:10 - EDM 15:40 - Hosono/Harry House 19:40 - Conclusions Follow me Patreon: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick TikT…

Why are artist estates in the news all the time? Why is it always a complete dumpsterfire mess?Chapters01:07 - What is an estate03:30 - Your comments04:20 - The problems are10:43 - Questions I have15:11 - Suggesting solutionsFollow meTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/Newsletter: https://derrickg…

The Downfall of the West and the uprising of Korea. Chapters 00:19 - The Origins 02:09 - How They Succeed/Svengalis 03:58 - The Rise of Soloists 06:15 - The Talent Show 08:05 - The Rise of Authenticity 10:00 - Korea 16:50 - Concluding Thoughts Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsle…

On this week's episode of Derrick Gee Speaks Volumes, I theorise about what differentiates the good artists from the great artists.Chapters00:00 - Introduction03:00 - Introducing the Triangle09:00 - The first tenet13:45 - The second tenet24:00 - The third tenet27:15 - Putting it together29:00 - Some examples37:50 - ConclusionsFollow me TikTok: http…

This week I speak to music photographer Shervin Lainez, a man who has shot everyone from Lizzo to David Byrne.0:00 - Introduction6:54 - Shervin’s Background 13:49 - Regina Spektor’s Impact21:19 - Process of capturing the true artist - tone, vibe, setting31:56 - Capturing the essence of music 46:43 - Interesting experiences and photographs53:11 - Ad…

Basically me geeking for 45mins I'm sorry/not sorry. 00:00 - Introduction 01:12 - Context 02:32 - Why You Should Get Into Led Zep 07:18 - Who is this for? 08:26 - Their backstory 13:20 - My Story 17:12 - What I love about them 23:23 - The Members 30:44 - Where to Start 39:00 - Iconic Moments 41:37 - Fav Songs 43:14 - The ProblemsShow notes Playlist…

4AD artist, multi-instrumentalist, FKA Twigs cellist Lucinda Chua joins me to talk about soundtracks, classical music and identity. 0:00 - Context 1:09 - Introduction 2:35 - Who’s Lucinda Chua? 14:30 - Experience growing up 19:12 - The first film soundtrack that impacted Lucinda 23:45 - Succession! 31:51 - The relationship between the visuals, musi…

The lingering effects of the pandemic on the music industry. Not all bad, but yeah...a lil sad. 00:00 - Introduction 02:14 - Chapters 04:00 - Lost Music 06:45 - Music stuck in the past 10:50 - Touring 24:45 - Momentum Killer 29:40 - Tech Show notes Patrick Hicks account: https://tiktok.com/@patrickhicks82 Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_d…

I had the pleasure of speaking to storied music journalist Sasha Frere Jones about his experience as a music reviewer, and how neither of us know anything.00:00 – Introduction03-:47 – How you listen to music05:00 – How did you become a music commentator?13:49 – Writing about music as a musician22:45 – Online music commentators 31:00 – Timeless musi…

Is there too much? Or has music changed its function? 01:52 – Background 04:38 – The Commodification of Music 07:25 – Fake Artists 09:00 – Creators vs Artists, Quality Control 11:30 – Major Label Sway 14:00 – More Music, Less Money 15:15 – Too Much Noise 17:00 – The Bias Toward Relationships 18:00 – Discoverability 20:00 – Not a Unique Case To Musi…

I'm so very grateful to have Ginnie ( @thethriftyswiftie) on the podcast to enlighten me on the supernova that is Taylor Swift.Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 02:30 - Why Are We Doing This Episode 5:00 - Ginnie’s Swifty Story 11:30 - Her Writing Style 17:50 - Crafting Her Sound 30:20 - The Easter Eggs 35:40 - What Does It Mean To Be a Swiftie 42:40 …

I asked you guys to submit your thoughts on AI and here are my fav answers. You guys are smart smart! Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 02:26 - Newsletter aside 04:26 - Level Set 07:43 - Art & Humanity 18:13 - Intelligence 23:16 - Artist Impact 28:05 - Jobs 35:45 - The Listener’s Responsibilities 46:00 - Copyright & Regulations 56:10 - ConclusionsFollo…

Welcome DJ KITTENS to Derrick Gee Speaks Volumes. In this episode, KITTENS enlightens me on the cultural impact of LA's club night Low End Theory. 00:00 Introduction 06:34 What is the Low End Theory? 10:50 The Audiences and their experience 18:30 Why the club was so influential for artists? 22:56 How did LET got its reputation as an experimental co…

Who did I miss? Who do you think? 00:00 - Introduction 02:35 - Criteria 05:30 - Setting the Scene 07:20 - Geechella’s Programming Categories 10:10 - Yeah Right/Standing Offer 14:20 - Big Album in 2023 16:50 - Legacy Act 22:40 - Vintage Headliner 25:10 - Drop Everything 30:00 - The Graduate 33:33 - Surprise Comeback 36:16 - Instant Headliner ADD VID…

Sharing my personal experience, and love for jazz. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:20 - Why You Should Get Into Jazz 02:35 - My “Qualifications” 07:48 - Miles Davis Starting Point 12:38 - Modes 17:01 - AD 18:00 - Labels 33:10 - Fav artists 36:35 - Problems with Jazz 43:04 - Appendix Show Notes Tokyo Jazz Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist…

I am a fanboy OK? 00:00 - Introduction 04:00 - Why I am the biggest fan 07:22 - An Inaccurate Timeline 14:55 - The Artist’s Journey 18:43 - Live & Persona 25:10 - The Dimensions of Listening 27:49 - Comparisons 30:50 - Conclusions Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/Newsletter: https://d…

Thank you for all your responses to the last episode! It was so positive that I thought I'd do a round 2, answering your questions and following up on others. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 03:35 - Follow Up Questions 21:30 - Answering Your Questions 47:37 - Bonus Round! Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrickInstagram: https://www.instagr…

Keep going, keep learning, you never know.Chapters02:20 - Thesis 05:55 - Being stuck 09:35 - Being Perfect 13:30 - Putting yourself out there 18:20 - The Fk it email 24:20 - Back yourself 29:20 - The end of the beginning 34:00 - Instincts! 39:20 - Advice Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derri…

Pharrell, show us the way. Sponsor: Turntable Lab Check out my store here: https://turntablelab.com/derrick Chapters 02:45 - Opening Thesis 04:01 - Music is Yours 10:00 - Enjoy pop music! 13:30 - Music Can Get Worse 17:05 - Don’t Let Music Define You 20:49 - Your Taste Isn’t Unique 26:10 - Appendix Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick …

FOLLOW MARGEAUX. STAN MARGEAUX. https://www.tiktok.com/@marg.mp3 Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 06:14 - Thesis 07:20 - Margaux’s One Direction Fandom 10:30 - What made them special? 13:36 - Men, women and fandoms 16:15 - Relationships with the artists 18:00 - Embodying of music 22:00 - Defining stanning 25:50 - Margaux’s passion 28:00 - Existing on …

Only time will tell. Unless you listen to this podcast. Sections 00:00 - Harry Styles’ Music Will Age Well 03:15 - Why Should You Care? 06:10 - His Discography 08:00 - My Reasoning 08:15 - Timelessness 12:20 - Selectiveness 14:10 - Creative Direction 24:50 - Respecting the Audience 28:00 - Stage Show 30:20 - Keeps Getting Better 31:23 - Reasons It …

Who are the living legends in music...that aren't talked about? There are many I'm sure, but here's a few to get us started. Sections 00:00 - Introduction 02:55 - Peggy Gou 10:36 - David Guetta 16:08 - Mac Demarco 23:54 - Taylor Swift 29:42 - Dean Blunt 34:21 - Azealia Banks 39:28 - The-Dream 42:50 - Appendix Follow me TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@g…

Hear me out. Sections 02:22 - Olivia Rodrigo 09:36 - Discovering your own collection 11:30 - Ranking self expression 15:45 - Cocktail bar music choice 17:10 - What is taste 19:10 - What about Tidal? 21:40 - Determining a good song 24:40 - London listening 26:20 - First fav artist 28:35 - Burger a sandwich? 29:45 - Significant music influences 32:19…

The man, the machine, the mewtwo. Sections 01:45 - Introduction 04:00 - My first experience 04:40 - Fred…the Viral sensation 07:27 - Fred…the Loved/Hated 09:45 - Fred…the industry plant 14:27 - Fred…the nice guy 17:29 - Fred…the credible / hit maker 20:21 - Fred…the technological catalyst 24:41 - Fred…the uniter of genres 27:29 - Fred…the group thi…

The Art world needs to learn from the music world, and vice versa. Sections 0:00 - Introduction 6:58 - The Pros of Music Criticism 11:20 - The Cons of Music Criticism 19:28 - The Pros of Art Criticism 26:34 - The Cons of Art Criticism Show notes Artfacts.net - https://artfacts.net/ Maurizio Cattelan “Comedian” (Banana taped on the wall) https://new…

The first step to recovery is acceptance. Watch the episode on YouTube. Sections Introduction: 0:00 Question: 0:55 Stuck in a rut: 06:30 An enthusiast: 13:30 The Obsessive: 22:00 Appendix: 31:26 Show notes Radio stations: NTS Radio, Dublab, Balamii, Noods, Reform Radio, Na Mantiega, Seoul Community Radio, Berlin Community Radio, Red Light Radio, Re…

No more excuses, it's far to big and far too diverse to ignore. Go on, listen to this podcast and DIVE ON IN.Sections0:00 - Introduction3:00 - My backstory7:13 - K-Pop basics/background15:53 - Why is K-Pop interesting?22:26 - K-Pop groups I like/you should check out29:06 - Why is K-Pop still exciting/The Golden Era33:42 - What do I like about K-Pop…

Audiophiles and listening to music on nice speakers, why do they have to be at odds? I talk about my personal listening journey, and give advice as to what you should really care about. In my opinion. Timestamps Introduction: 00:00 Sound quality, defined: 02:23 My journey: 09:49 My La Scala Story: 18:10 Final Advice: 29:14 Appendix: 30:11 Show note…