Stereo Dust

Welcome Back to Stereo Dust. John and Keith, return to the studio to speak with Ryan Martin of Dais Records.

In Episode 11, Part1, The guys discuss the intimate relationships ryan has fostered with the artists on the label, and how those connections played a major role in helping shape what the label is today.

Get to know Ryan as a musician and a passionate cultivator of a diverse music scene.

Ryan discusses some of Dais's incredible reissues, and how some of the releases would never been possible without family, friends, and fans collaborating on the effort.

Take a behind the scenes glimpse into how the label operates and discover a rich history of intricacies behind the labels conception.

“I was turned onto Dais Records several years ago by a good friend in a noisy pizza bar, over a skunked glass of Pisano. The labels catalog of  music and unparalleled roster of artists has been a huge source of pleasure and musical inspiration ever since…

Ryan agreeing to be on the show was not only cool as sh*t , but a chance to hopefully turn some folks onto Dais as well.”  - J

Thanks for listening, enjoy!

 (If you are looking to hear something specific, we added chapters for your pod-surfing pleasure)

Episode Links:

Websites:
www.stereodust.com
www.daisrecords.com

Instagrams:
Ryan Martin
Dais Records
Stereo Dust

Records:
Getting The Fear - Death is Bigger
Coil - Time Machines
Genesis P-Orridge  - Early Worm
Drew Mcdowall - The Third Helix

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In Episode 10 John and Keith, speak with Eric Boomhower and Amelia May, of the Boston band Dyr Faser. These experimental sound explorers, whose music reaches back to the sound of late nineties psychedelia, give the low down on their process. This Episode blurs the line between what we see and hear and how everything is interconnected.

Dyr Faser discuss Their most recent record High Lightning with the guys. The duo also shares a clip from High Lightning's lead off track "Sun Worship".

Join us as we dive deeper into the ways we can experiment with sound and create immersive music, as John wrestles with how to deal with a smartphone obsession.

Listen to Dyr Faser's High Lightning and their extensive catalogue on BANDCAMP

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Today’s Featured guest is Patrick Murphy, The artist and creator behind   "The Mass of the Oracle". Since the project's conception he has released various singles and EPs. In August of 2020 he released his first full length titled “Hypogeum” on the UK based label, Repose Records.

Join us as we take a deeper look into pats journey as a musician, and discuss the importance of experimentation and exploration when creating immersive content. Not just in the creative approach, but through syphoning inspiration from ancient cultures and forgotten knowledge.

Support and listen to The Oracle
Music -Bandcamp
Video - YouTube

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Our featured guest is Nifemi Aluko. Nifemi, is the author of the book “Press Play” and the founder & CEO of KPA Inc. KPA is a company that assists enterprise expansion across the African continent. Join us as we explore how music can boost empowerment, help us question convention, and raise human consciousness. ⁣

Grab Nifemi's new book Press Play

Making a further connection  with Nifemi:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nifemi-aluko/

Music: https://soundcloud.com/naporepublic

Personal Website & Newsletter: https://naporepublic.com

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In episode #7 Josh and Shane of Sombre Arcane, return to the Stereo Dust studio to continue last weeks campaign...

The guys give us an in depth look into the duo’s creative process, and what it takes to be a successful Dungeon Synth “Alchemist”.  For fans of Sombre Arcane,  or anyone that’s looking to sonically explore this epic genre of music, The band gave us the privilege to leak 3 unreleased tracks from their upcoming 2021 release.

If you enjoy the conversation today, please remember to follow, subscribe and support our featured artists  and our Podcast!

Episode 6 part 1 is an enlightening  view into the "hell mouth" of the dungeon synth genre.

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This is Part 1 of 2 in the Sombre Arcane | Stereo Dust Series. In episode 6 John parties up with Josh Pratt and Shane Hall of the Dungeon Synth duo, Sombre Arcane.  Over the past year they have helped push the boundaries of the Dungeon Synth community, Musically and Regionally. 

With the rise of the pandemic they Inadvertently created "Northeast Dungeon Siege". A virtual platform that hosts live performances for national dungeon synth artists and a variety of Genre specific based channels.

Episode 6 will be broken into two parts where we will be leaking a few of the bands unreleased tracks, demystifying, and diving into the creative process behind this up and coming musical genre.

If you enjoy the conversation today, please remember to follow, subscribe and support our featured artists  and our Podcast!

Episode 6 part 1 is an enlightening  view into the "hell mouth" of the dungeon synth genre.

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Our guest today is Michael Hedrix. Michael is an author, musician, teacher and a designer. Over the past several months, he has released two Pivotal Shoegaze records, and a highly anticipated book, "Two Beats Ahead". In Episode #5 we will blur the line between Michael's inspirational work as an author, designer, and the music he releases under R.M. Hendrix.

We dive into the creative process, break down a couple of tracks, talk shoegaze and being productive during the pandemic.

Episode 5 is a transformative trip...

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Buy R.M Hendrix music and merch -  RM HENDRIX

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In episode 4 John and Keith have a sit down with Nick and Jess From the Boston Massachusetts based electronic duo, This Bliss. If you enjoy 80's-90's Dance, or Pop, we take a listen to a couple of tracks off the bands’s new electro power house, Retroshade.

This bliss offers up their thoughts on creating and marketing music in a crazy, oversaturated music industry. John gets a lesson in old school Midi gear, and Keith gets his hair blown back once again.

This weeks Demonstration  segment,  features an original track Nick and Jess put together! They walk the listener through how they initially start piecing together a song, and give some insight into the amazing hardware they use.

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🎛Check out their amazing gear and Nicks Gear Blog!

Roland SBX-80:

http://www.muzines.co.uk/articles/roland-sbx80-sync-box/1799

https://www.polynominal.com/roland-msq700/

Garfield Electronics Minidoc:

https://reverb.com/item/38824028-garfield-electronics-mini-doc-80s

Roland Jupiter 6 Europa:

https://xbs111.wordpress.com/2012/03/05/fully-upgraded-and-updated-roland-jupiter-6/

Roland MKS-80:

http://www.vintagesynth.com/roland/mks80.php

Yamaha TX-816:

http://www.vintagesynth.com/yamaha/tx816.php

Sequential Circuits Pro-One:

https://xbs111.wordpress.com/2013/11/07/sequential-circuits-pro-one-midi-upgrade/

Arp 2600:

http://www.vintagesynth.com/arp/arp.php

Roland TR-808:

https://xbs111.wordpress.com/2014/01/12/roland-tr-808/

Linndrum LM2:

https://xbs111.wordpress.com/2012/12/11/a-linndrum-of-distinction/

Simmons SDS-6 Sequencer:

https://xbs111.wordpress.com/2013/10/01/so-this-happened-the-fabled-simmons-sds-6-in-the-wild/

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In Episode #3 John & Keith take the pry bar to this week’s guest, Gregg Kusumah-Atmadja. Gregg is the front man from the band usLights.  He is a Music Producer, Performer, and all around creative mind. (Even John might have learned a thing or two from this weeks conversation).

Gregg's work spans 2 decades, covering multiple genres including, Metal, Electronic Rock, and the Avant-garde. The guys discuss Gregg's most recent release, Waes 2021 and how to promote your self in today’s digital landscape.

Join us for an A/B comparison of the 2017-2021 versions of the Waes songs and an in depth look into todays music industry.

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Jenny Isme, contact @ cigarette.sandwich

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In episode 2, John and Keith create sparks with Noelle Leblanc of Damone. They cover her vast carrier as a musician, share their thoughts on the current state of the music industry, Metallica, and Steven Tyler’s "mustache". 

Noelle, also gives an intimate glimpse into her current set up, for this weeks gear demonstration. The guys check out Noelle’s Big Muff, Cream Puff, DD 500 Delay, and her RAT effects pedals.

Ep#2 features  the most recent Damone track titled “Moon and Stars”

Affiliated links:

• Support and listen to Noelle's  Music

Theorganbeats.bandcamp.com 

Thelastnoelle.bandcamp.com

Damonetheband.com

Swivel 

• Reading Materials 

Sound Man by Glyn Johns

• Music Gear

Electro-Harmonix Big Muff
Pro Co Rat
Boss DD-500 Delay Pedal
Frantone Cream Puff

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