The Mr. Bill Podcast

Dirty Funky Bass Music, but make it pretty. The vibe and soul of the Maddy O'Neal project combine soundscapes from all across the spectrum of genres. Rich in texture and atmosphere, her roots in funk and soul shine through in a bed of low-end frequencies, making for a unique environment for future bass and synth design to tie it all together. Hailing from Denver, Colorado, you can hear the direct electro-soul inspiration sprinkled in her productions, but she has managed to carve out her own unique lane within the bass community. As a self-taught producer and DJ with a wildly creative upbringing, Maddy's expression was formed by way of soulful melodic overtones, driven basslines, and glitched-out hip-hop grooves. Maddy's live performances consist of original compositions, drum pads, and an interwoven storyline ranging from down-low grimey bangers to shimmery mid-tempo vocal bass tracks and head-nodding disco. Her momentum is unstoppable, as she has been touring the country for the last 5 years, playing 90+ shows a year, spreading her infectious energy from stage to stage. With hits like "Zest Please," a collaboration with the iconic Clozee that amassed over 2 million Spotify plays in just one year, five EPs, and a massive sophomore LP "Ricochet" in 2022, followed by two volumes of remix albums, Maddy's repertoire is ever-expanding, leaving fan bases across the world wanting more. Maddy O'Neal has played Coachella, Lollapalooza, Lost Lands, Electric Forest, Bonnaroo Envision, North Coast, Red Rocks (x3), and many, many more. Her touring resume is long and accomplished by supporting such artists as Clozee, Pretty Lights, Griz, Big Gigantic, Liquid Stranger, The Floozies, Opiuo, Wreckno, STS9, Manic Focus, and more!

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Channeling a love affair with classic '90s hip-hop, an affinity for otherworldly themes and an ear for raw funk, Barclay Crenshaw uses his given birth name to bare his soul and deliver a slowed-down, emotive collection of collaborations and instrumentals. His 2017 self-titled debut album was a left-field departure from his better-known alias, Claude VonStroke, but the quality is undeniably the same.

This project represents a mixture of modern bass and organic beats blended with gorgeous melodic moments and underlying grittiness to create an experience that is eclectic, expressive and expansive.

Coded art and epic visuals depicting ancient alien abductions and explorations of time and space furthers the sense of mystery and the unknown, harking back to the past while gazing into the future.

In 2022, Barclay announced his hiatus from Claude VonStroke and Dirtybird to focus full time on Barclay Crenshaw.

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Podcast Produced & Edited by: Robert Fumo

Join us as we dive into the vibrant world of Cooper Medearis, known professionally as Oolacile, a multifaceted talent from Las Vegas, US. As a label owner, bass music producer, DJ, and digital artist, Oolacile has made significant waves in the music industry. He is renowned for his eclectic mix of dubstep, trench, future trench, house, and drum & bass. Beyond his personal creations, Medearis is the driving force behind the multigenre label Halcyon, which he manages and owns.

In a bold move on August 24, 2020, Medearis transitioned from his solo label, Havel Records, to focus entirely on Halcyon. His influence in the music scene is especially notable in the promotion and development of the future riddim/trench subgenre. Through his strategic formation and curation of Halcyon, Medearis has become a pivotal figure in shaping the sound and culture of this unique music style.

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His name is Jeremy, also known as Red Means Recording. It's a pleasure for him to make your acquaintance.

He is perhaps most renowned for creating music and videos using the Teenage Engineering OP-1 digital synthesizer. It's likely that you are also quite renowned for something quite impressive.

Jeremy crafts music using a diverse array of equipment, including Ableton and several hardware synthesizers. He also produces videos using After Effects, Premiere, and various other tools.

His Patreon serves as a creative space where music, videos, and other valuable content are generated. In this space, there will be an exchange of ideas and emotions and the sharing of stems and samples, among other beneficial things.

Occasionally, there might even be an appearance from a dog.

He is delighted that you are here.

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Benn Jordan's career began in the late 1990's as a recording artist, most widely released under the moniker "The Flashbulb". A decade later, Benn would become synonymous with artist advocacy after he purchased his music rights back from record labels,formed a non-profit publisher, and challenged the early models of digital music distribution by using peer-to-peer file transfers instead of iTunes. This led to Benn being a consultant for Bandcamp before the service launched in 2007.

After expanding his non-profit to carry a music education school and community center in Chicago, Benn moved to the Atlanta area in 2017 and started what has now become one of the most popular YouTube channels in the pro-audio and audio technology space. The channel now exists under Benn's non-profit umbrella and funds data-science and the never ending challenge of finding ethical business models that can make the music business easier to navigate for artists and creators. During this time his unique relationship with audio-related businesses and organizations expanded as fast as his amount of viewers and public reach.

Benn Jordan doesn't exactly keep it a secret that he's discontent with the way independent artists have been treated by the tech industry, and he is very proactive about getting ahead of the curve and attempting to help write and set ethical standards for AI audio technology.

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Multi-platinum, GRAMMY nominated artist/producers Grey – comprised of brothers Kyle and Michael Trewartha – are known for their chart-topping style of pop music, blending crisp electronic production and infectious vocal melodies. Each amassing over 2 billion global streams, Grey's viral hit singles "The Middle" and "Starving" introduced Grey to virtually every corner of the world. In 2016, RIAA Quadruple-Platinum song "Starving" with Hailee Steinfeld and Zedd reached #5 at the US Top 40 and was nominated for an AMA. In 2018, "The Middle" – in collaboration with Zedd and Maren Morris– became a certified RIAA Triple-Platinum record, held the #1 spot on the US Top 40 charts for five consecutive weeks, and accumulated three GRAMMY nominations, two iHeart MusicAwards, a Billboard Music Award, and an AMA nomination. Grey has performed "The Middle" with collaborators Zedd and Marren Morris on The Billboard Music Awards and Ellen.

Other notable releases include Camila Cabello collaboration "Crown" for Netflix's Bright Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, and "Grey Area" featuring Disney starlet Sofia Carson. Grey Links: https://www.greymusicofficial.com/

Mr. Bill's Links: https://linktr.ee/mrbillstunes

Podcast Produced & Edited by: Robert Fumo

"I'm a music producer and a private investigator. My experiences in both music and investigation illustrate the limitless potential of embracing duality."- Merrickk Merrickk Links: https://linktr.ee/Merrickk

Merrickk News: 2 track EP titled "Digital Errands" out now on Soundz Organic collective

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Bob Macciochi (aka 'Macc') has been mastering professionally for 10 years.

Bob enjoys working with music across all genres, from large hip hop labels to independent ambient, dubstep and drum n bass artists. He's also mastered electrosynthpoppunk bands, extreme death metal albums, J-pop, commercial and local bands, the odd jazz band and all manner of other things.

A keen engineering geek with a passion for good sound and degree-level physics education, Bob regularly helps out engineers and producers of all levels, to help them improve their own production.

Bob Macc Links: https://www.scmastering.com/

Mr. Bill's Links:

https://mrbillstunes.com/

https://discord.gg/ySjhgWQ

https://mrbill.bandcamp.com/

https://www.youtube.com/user/MrBillsTunes

Podcast Produced & Edited by: https://twitter.com/303FuMo

From the American Midwest, Mikrodot blends high-energy dubstep with chill, dub vibes. Mixing world instruments and a positive message, he's created a unique sound that's both edgy and zen. With a background in music production, Mikrodot focuses on authentic music and community vibes over fame. He's dropped tracks on top platforms like DUPLOC and has his own label, High Vibration Audio. As a DJ, he's all about the 140 sound, rocking crowds in the US and beyond. But for Mikrodot, DJing isn't just about the party—it's about healing and uplifting people through music.

Mikrodot Links: https://linktr.ee/mikrodot

Mr. Bill's Links:

https://mrbillstunes.com/

https://discord.gg/ySjhgWQ

https://mrbill.bandcamp.com/

https://www.youtube.com/user/MrBillsTunes

Dive into the next episode featuring the unstoppable force in the bass genre: Whales. With a distinct blend of atmospheric basslines, hard-hitting synths, and eclectic melodies, he's crafted a soundscape that continually captivates. From a musical prodigy at age 7 to teaching himself the intricacies of electronic production, Whales turned life's challenges into anthems of resilience and inspiration. With collaborations spanning from Excision to Shaquille O'Neal and features in top-tier outlets like Forbes and BBC, he's an artist refusing to be boxed in. Boasting over a billion plays and tracks like 'Dead To Me' hitting major global charts, this episode unveils the journey and genius of a music maverick pushing boundaries. Don't miss the chance to hear from an artist whose passion and innovation knows no limits.

Whales Links: https://linktr.ee/whales

Mr. Bill's Links:

https://live.mrbillstunes.com/

https://discord.gg/ySjhgWQ

https://mrbill.bandcamp.com/

https://www.youtube.com/user/MrBillsTunes