Open Mic

Ever wondered what goes into making a hit track with EDM legends like Kaskade and Tiësto?

On this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, singer-songwriter Brieanna Grace shares the crazy behind-the-scenes stories behind her biggest collaborations. From a grueling 9-hour vocal recut for Kaskade right before Coachella to landing a #1 radio record with Tiësto, Brieanna breaks down her journey, her love for Lady Gaga, and what it takes to survive in the music industry.

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In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.

In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.

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In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.

Welcome back to WolfBytes Open Mic! Brooklyn sits down with EMM to talk about life on the road, musical origins, and connecting with fans.

From growing up with classical musician parents (an opera singer dad and harpist mom) to finding a distinct, joyful sound in 2023–2024, she opens up about her 17-year journey in the music industry. Plus, get an inside look at stop #39 of her massive 41-date tour, her love for Legos, human rights activism, and why quality always beats quantity when it comes to performance audiences.

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In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.

In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, host DJ Flame, along with Miranda, sits down with pop/EDM artist SHAB to discuss her latest music releases, creative process, and inspiring personal story.

SHAB opens up about working with Grammy-winning songwriters like Bonnie McKee to create her hit single “Perfume” and upcoming tracks like “Best of All Time” and “Catch Me If You Can.” She also shares her powerful journey arriving in the US as a refugee with just one suitcase, how it shaped her album ONE SUITCASE, and why she uses her platform to give back through philanthropy and empower others.

✨ Key Highlights in this Episode:

The story and message behind the single and video for “Perfume”

Working in the studio with legendary hitmakers like Bonnie McKee

A sneak peek at upcoming releases: “Best of All Time” and “Catch Me If You Can”

How her journey as a refugee fuels her authenticity and passion for music

Her philanthropic work with Choose Love and empowering women worldwide

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In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.

In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with the absolute legend of Dutch House and progressive electronic music, Laidback Luke.

From the secrets behind his massive summer anthem with Arty, “Lost in the Crowd,” to his deep-rooted legacy of mentoring global superstars like Avicii, Luke opens up about the unfiltered reality of the music business. He also shares a fascinating look at his “second life” as a competitive Kung Fu teacher and how martial arts keeps him sane in the high-stress world of touring.

📝 Key Takeaways from This Episode:

A Brilliant Accident: Luke admits that he only picked up DJing as a teenager after his girlfriend at the time bought a set of decks, couldn’t figure out how to mix, threw her headphones in the corner, and gave up!

The Art of Mentorship: Luke talks about his philosophy on guiding young talent, sharing what it was like to give brutal, unfiltered—but highly effective—constructive criticism to a young Avicii.

It Takes a Village: Why talent alone isn’t enough to get booked. Luke breaks down the “hacks” of the industry and why you need a strong team (managers, PR, booking agents) to build a lasting career.

Staying Grounded via Kung Fu: How practicing martial arts for 25 years (and even touring with his Kung Fu master) saved him from severe industry burnout and taught him how to stay calm under pressure.

💬 Notable Quotes:

“Tim [Avicii] was special in a sense that he could handle my unfiltered criticism… He always took my advice, and then the next week he was back with three new demos.”

“Everything you tell them, even though it’s harsh criticism, it’s just like a coach. The only thing you want is for them to get better.”

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In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.

“The One” in NYC: Jus Jack Breaks Down His Journey | WolfBytes Open Mic

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In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.

What happens when you meet Lewis Capaldi in a Dublin bar before he becomes a global superstar? 🎤 In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, Brooklyn sits down with Irish producer and DJ Warren to go “under the hood” of his music career, his move to London, and why he’s trying to be “less salesy” on social media.

ABOUT WOLFBYTES OPEN MIC 🐺 WolfBytes Open Mic is the interview series from 88.1 WolfBytes Radio, your home for EDM in Raleigh, Durham, and Cary, NC. We skip the generic questions and dive into the digital details that matter with the best rising talent in electronic music.

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In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.

🎧 Ofenbach: From Stop-Motion to Global Electronic Superstars | WolfBytes Open Mic

The biggest year yet? We’re kicking off 2026 with a massive episode of WolfBytes Open Mic! Join DJ Flame as he sits down with the world-renowned French duo Ofenbach to talk about their explosive new music, their 12-year journey from a middle school rock band, and their surprising original passion: stop-motion animation.

🌟 In This Episode:

The Olympic Connection: Hear about their upcoming collab with Sofiane Pamart, the iconic burning-piano player from the Paris Olympics.

Gaming & E-sports: How they ended up creating the new anthem for Ubisoft’s Rainbow 6.

The “Fire Alarm” Origin Story: César and Dorian reveal how a school fire drill at age 11 led to one of the biggest duos in EDM.

Rock Roots: Why they transitioned from a basement punk band to “French Touch” electronic pioneers.

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In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.

Z3LLA is a duo girl group, consisting of Juj and Kiana, that produces EDM. Most recently they have released their song “Supernova” which has proved to be a big hit! While still being new to the industry, the girls are rising to fame quickly, displaying heavy talent and a new way to listen to EDM through combined cultures and backgrounds. Join us as Brooklyn and DJ Smoke get to know Juj and Kiana and learn about their struggles, successes, tips of advice, and how they live their life!

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In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.

The 2025 Classic Dance Weekend is here! And what could be better than Maddog hanging with dance and pop legends Exposé!

0:00 Intro with Expose

0:44 Biggest hits

1:21 Concert Prep

3:08 Live Concerts

3:37 Favorite song to preform

6:26 It’s Showtime at the Apollo

8:26 Favorite memory of all time

11:06 What is Latin Freestyle?

14:35 Instant Hit

16:17 Never Getting Over You Getting Over Me

17:02 Record Label seasons changing with online marketing

19:15 Record labels in the 80s

21:30 Re-releasing songs

23:20 Future of Expose

25:34 The Expose trio’s relationship

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In this episode of WolfBytes Open Mic, DJ Flame sits down with multi-platinum UK DJ, producer, and fitness enthusiast Joel Corry! From bedroom DJing at age 14 to mainstage festival sets at Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Joel opens up about his journey through the music industry, overcoming reality TV stigmas, and his upcoming major moves.