Soundcheck with Adam Yokum + Dylan Reese

Soundcheck with Adam Yokum + Dylan Reese

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Soundcheck with Adam Yokum + Dylan Reese episodes

  • EP 47: Justified (Album Review)

    The boys dive into Justified by Justin Timberlake (2002) for another album review. This is one of Dylan’s favorite albums of all time, while Adam only knew a handful of songs to begin with. The convo drifted into one about fame, more specifically obtaining it from an early age.

    00:00 Introduction to 'Justified' and its significance
    04:11 Initial impressions and production style
    06:53 The influence of Pharrell and Timbaland
    10:02 Justin Timberlake's early career and transition to solo
    17:57 The impact of the album on pop and R&B
    22:02 Favorite songs and standout tracks
    26:01 Justin Timberlake's evolution and subsequent albums
    35:04 Child stars From Disney, etc.


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    44 min
  • EP 46: Getting Scammed In Philly

    The fellas get a chance to chat in-between shows. Adam just wrapped up the run with OJ & Corman and is ready to hit the road with VWillz. Dylan is at home for a short break after the 1st 3 shows opening for The Holdup. The talk about how the shows went and just have a general catch up.


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    36 min
  • EP 45: His First Song Got 30M+ Streams (feat. Alumni Cloud)

    In this episode, Dylan Reese brings on a new friend - artist, Alumni Cloud. They chat about his unconventional journey in music that led to his song “Two Cents” blowing up on Spotify. It was the 1st song he recorded and released and it now has over 30M across all platforms. It’s truly a rare story. The fellas nerded out a little bit about algorithms and release strategies, etc. But overall, this was s great conversation + I hope there are some takeaways for you. See ya next week!

    00:00 Introducting Alumni Cloud

    04:09 Starting to record music at 30+ years old
    07:58 The story behind 'Two Cents' and its viral success
    16:08 The influence of BET's Freestyle Friday
    26:10 Understanding streaming analytics and algorithm triggers
    40:09 Preparing for live shows and future plans
    48:10 F*** the Rules, just do what feels right
    56:00 Dylan’s merch issues (who cares)


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    1 hr
  • EP 44: Putting Out Fires (feat. Jared Blinn)

    In this episode, Adam brings on a good friend: Jared Blinn. He shares his experience transitioning from police work to firefighting, detailing the rigorous training, real-world scenarios, and the camaraderie within the fire department. We also explore his background in videography, his creative pursuits, and insights into the fire service industry.

    00:00 Introducing Jared Blinn

    02:01 Fire Academy: First Day and Initial Impressions
    08:00 Hands-On Skills: Medical Procedures and Firefighting Techniques
    18:04 Transition from Teaching to Emergency Services
    29:52 Equipment, Vehicles, and Response Strategies
    36:02 Career Path: From Police to Firefighter and Diversity in Departments
    44:57 Creative Pursuits: Videography and Side Hustles


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    59 min
  • EP 43: Fast Times At Regis College & Celtics Talk (feat. Deon Rose)

    In this episode, Dylan brings on one of his best friends: Deon Rose. They shared stories from being roommates at Regis College in Weston, MA. They also dove into Deon’s new path of being a content creator/story teller with The Live Rose + Off The Menu. The podcast ended on a tangent about the NBA, specifically the Jaylen Brown trade & some Celtics talk (Deon is from Boston and is very passionate)

    00:00 Introducing Deon Rose

    02:00 Sometimes You Gotta Nap!
    07:56 Meeting as college roommates
    12:00 Dylan’s hustle as a barber
    20:06 The value of college for networking and cultural exposure
    28:05 Deon Rose's journey into content creation and travel
    40:02 Off The Menu
    43:51 Building a brand in hospitality and food industry
    01:05:00 Jaylen Brown Trade + NBA Talk


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    1 hr 31 min
  • EP 42: Fragile Remington
    The fellas are back together and chat about two of their new songs, “fragile” by Dylan Reese & “remington” by Adam Yokum. Even though they are completely unrelated, they came out around the same time + both involved outside songwriters, which is an unusual process for the boys. They also dove into the tours coming up, which you should go see.
    02:59 Dylan's New Song 'Fragile'
    07:59 The Artistic Process and Personal Pride
    12:03 How Major Label Songs Are Made (Sometimes)
    22:00 Creating Adam’s New Song 'Remington' and Its Release
    26:07 Tour Preparations and New Equipment For Shows
    28:00 Revisiting Personal Growth and Detachment
    30:06 The Philosophy of Detachment and Ownership
    31:59 Book Recommendations and Mindset Tips
    38:12 Final Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    42 min
  • EP 41: Long Story Short (feat. VWillz)
    In this episode, Adam brings on friend/collaborator VWillz. He shares candid insights about the unique pressures of touring, his upcoming album “Long Story Short, and navigating the world of a musician in 2026. The conversation dives deep into the experience of connecting with fans and other stories from the journey so far. Dylan was not here, but the boys will be back next week. Go grab a ticket to see VWillz & Adam Yokum on tour!
    00:00 Introducing VWillz
    03:59 The Value of Small Venue Intimacy
    07:58 Managing Stress and Overstimulation
    11:59 Setting Boundaries with Fans and Overextending
    19:58 Creating Raw and Authentic Music
    21:54 The Debate: Nic D vs. Eminem
    25:58 Upcoming Album 'Long Story Short' and Its Meaning
    31:56 Using QR Codes and Engagement Strategies
    35:54 Handling Fame / Boundaries
    41:48 Returning to Roots and Community
    43:57 Tour Logistics
    57:59 The Spiritual Journey and Inner Peace
    01:04:05 Closing Remarks and Gratitude Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    1 hr 10 min
  • EP 40: The Eminem Show (Album Review)
    We’ve decided to do some album reviews, where we go back + listen to an album in full by ourselves and then come together to chat about it. Adam picked The Eminem Show by Eminem (2002) - So we talked about the album in detail and it was pretty fun. Let us know if you completely hated this and we just won’t do it anymore. If you liked it, give us a suggestion for an album to review! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    53 min
  • EP 39: 500 Million Streams Independently (feat. Matt Corman)
    In this episode, the boys invite on another guest: Matt Corman. He is an independent rapper/entrepreneur - originally from Massachusetts, who’s music has been streamed 500 Million+ times overall. They explore strategies for independent musicians to grow their careers through consistent output, authentic branding, and understanding the music industry landscape. All 3 artists share personal experiences, insights on algorithm dynamics, and practical advice for building a sustainable music career. Matt will be joining Adam + Ollie Joseph for a string of dates in August, so please go support them if they’re in your area.
    02:00 Touring and Building Relationships
    03:55 Choosing Miami
    06:00 Online Presence vs Local Scene
    06:58 The Value of Consistent Content and Algorithm Strategy
    15:02 Adapting and Evolving as an Artist
    17:58 Working with Logic
    30:14 Using Data and Analytics to Guide Releases
    39:58 Mainstream Validation
    50:05 Consistency vs. Innovation
    01:00:00 The 80/20 Rule
    01:09:26 Creating memorable live performances
    01:28:29 Sometimes You Gotta Get Your Ass Beat Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    1 hr 40 min
  • EP 38: Lebron & Drake Are The Same Guy
    This episode was a little bit scatter-brained but that’s perfectly fine. Here’s what we covered: Adam making home-made wine, school lunch milk, In-N-Out vs Five Guys, Death Row Meals (including a really good business idea), Lebron to the Sixers and NBA Summer League.
    01:00 Making Wine in College
    06:01 Milk Out Of Cardboard Is Weird
    08:02 Death Row Meals
    20:00 LeBron James To The Sixers
    34:35 NBA Summer League Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    54 min

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Soundcheck is a podcast by Adam Yokum and Dylan Reese, exploring creativity, music, and modern culture.