Odd Panda (Nico Ottman), a German producer, mastering engineer, and label A&R turned his love for music into a full-time career. Nico eventually found his way into beat-making, mastering over 400+ lo-fi tracks and working with No Spirit, Fortune Cookie, and Lotus Records along the way.We discuss his journey from restaurant management to music, the importance of genuine networking, and how he leveraged Discord and IG to build a thriving community. He also shares insights on FL Studio workflows, sample selection, and why mastering is more about experience than plugins.

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