Lobby Call with Maxwell Hunter

In this episode of Lobby Call, we sit down with artist and songwriter, Asal, and discuss challenges that are faced when pursuing a career in music. Was your life path a little more controversial and the path to success a little less certain? Sound off in the comments - we want to hear about it! Check out Asal's music and be sure to watch her. She's really doing something special. Follow the show for a chance to send questions and join a live Q&A: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_sensei Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1​​​ TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/​​​ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei​​​ Follow Asal and Dan: Asal's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asalhazel/ Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danxforte/ #LobbyCallPodcast

In episode 14 of Lobby Call, we sit down with music supervisor, musician, and artist Ryan Svendsen. We take you on another journey of learning and discovery about yet another aspect of the music industry. Ryan has a LONG list of very cool accomplishments and most recently worked on Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard as a music supervisor, and he also played trumpet on Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow's "Industry Baby." In short, he's winning. And oh yea, we also talk about indie vs. commercial success in this episode! Definitely check out his new single (seriously, the man does it all), "No Preservatives" out now! Follow the show for a chance to send questions and join a live Q&A: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_sensei/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1​​​ TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/​​​ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei​​​ Follow Ryan and Dan: Ryan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musicbefore/ Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danxforte/ #LobbyCallPodcast

In Episode 13 we are joined by artist Shareef Keyes, drummer Jon Curry (recurring guest), as well as music producers E King, and Baghdad Brook. In this episode of Lobby Call, we discuss cultural appropriation within the music industry, colorism, mysogynoir, and much more. Thanks again for all the questions and topics received via the Lobby Call Instagram page, keep 'em coming! Follow the show for a chance to send questions and join a live Q&A: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_sensei/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1 TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei Everyone else: Shareef Keyes: https://www.instagram.com/shareefkeyes/ Dan Foster: https://www.instagram.com/danxforte/ E. King: https://www.instagram.com/eking__/ Baghdad Brook: https://www.instagram.com/wetheelement/ #LobbyCallPodcast

In episode 12 of Lobby Call, our show's oft mentioned producer, Lauren, joins to talk (complain lol) about everything that goes into making the show with Maxwell. It's a lot. And they do it all themselves. You'll hear all about that when you watch. Let us know if you have any suggestions for the show. We love your feedback!! And as always, send us your questions so we can work them into the pot. Follow the show page for a chance to send questions and join a live Q&A: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow the host, Maxwell Hunter: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_sensei/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1​​​​​​/ TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/​​​​​​ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei​/​ Follow Lauren: Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agent_ren/ #LobbyCallPodcast​

EQT founder/CEO, Henny, joins to talk about his career path starting as a live promoter in Northern Virginia to running a successful music label and management company. Henny discusses everything from putting on a Mac Miller show to working with artists on his own label. Follow the show page for a chance to send questions and join a live Q&A: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow the host, Maxwell Hunter: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_senei/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1 TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei/ Follow Henny and Dan: Henny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hennyeqt/ Dan's Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/danxforte/ (he changed it) #LobbyCallPodcast

Episode 10 - double digits! We outchea. In this episode, Maxwell Hunter and Dan Foster are joined by dope RnB singer/writer Phabo and the homie KEI. The guys discuss everything from being mentioned on the Joe Budden Podcast to whether or not you have to appear single to be a successful RnB artist. They also dive into a conversation about artists they feel are slept on, so get your pad, paper, and NoDoz out to take some notes and not be caught sleeping. Thanks for rocking with us for 10 episodes! Let's keep going. CHECK PHABO OUT. Don't sleep on us like the episode title says. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWkhffoQMaI Follow the show page for a chance to send questions and join a live Q&A: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow the host, Maxwell Hunter: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_senei/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1 TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei/ Follow Phabo, KEI, and Dan: Phabo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whoisphabo/ KEI's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepinit_kei/ Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_the_maninal/ (he's never gonna change it) #JoeBudden #LobbyCallPodcast

Grab your music dictionary, because in episode 9 we're going to challenge your musical knowledge a little more. Elijah Fox, artist and multi-instrumentalist, joins Lobby Call to talk about all things music in an episode that is maybe a little more high brow and a lot more educational. Lobby Call is getting older and more mature now, what can we say? We definitely kept in the laughs, though. Check out Elijah's discography and thank us later. Follow the show page for a chance to send questions and join a live Q&A: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow the host, Maxwell Hunter: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_sensei/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1​​​​​ TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/​​​​​ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei​​​​​ Follow Dan and Elijah: Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_the_manimal/ Elijah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahfox/​​ #LobbyCallPodcast​

In episode 8 of Lobby Call, Production Designer Eva Huang joins Maxwell and Daniel to talk about how performances and shows are changing. What used to be in person entertainment is now mostly virtual. This changes everything about performances, including production design. Discussion ensued, predictions were made, laughs were present as always. What do you think entertainment will look like in 10 years? Follow the show for a chance to send questions and join a live Q&A: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_sensei/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1​​​ TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/​​​ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei​​​ Follow Dan, and Eva: Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_the_manimal/ Eva's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evachedda/ #LobbyCallPodcast

Episode lucky number 7 is that way because we had the wonderful and talented Grace Weber as a guest! She just dropped a single on the 12th but made time to talk to us about her journey; all things growing up in Wisconsin, singing for Oprah, and getting flashed in NYC (apparently that doesn't just happen in movies). You're welcome! Go stream her latest single, “Feels Like Heaven” now! Follow the show for a chance to send questions and join a live Q&A: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_sensei/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1 TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei Follow Masego, Dan, and Grace Weber: Masego's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masego/ Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_the_manimal/ Grace's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graceweber/ #LobbyCallPodcast

In a special Black History Month episode (we're required to say this because it's February), guest Ced Mitchell is on to talk about Blackness. Ced is the Trap House Jazz MD and has been on tour with Omarion, Nick Jonas, Alina Baraz, B2K, and others. The guys discuss touring, music influences, music backgrounds, and other things influenced by being Black in the world. Follow the show for a chance to send questions and join a live Q&A: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_sensei Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1 TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei Follow Masego, Dan, Ced, and Trap House Jazz: Masego's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masego/ Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_the_maninal/ Ced's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedm3/ Trap House Jazz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traphouseja... #LobbyCallPodcast

In the first episode of season 2 (yes season 2), Jon Curry joins and the guys answer random questions about their favorite albums, whether they would rather travel to the past or the future, new artists they're listening to, the last good movie they saw, etc. Be sure to follow the guys and the new show page so you can join them live as they film and ask questions! Follow the show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_sensei/​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1 ​TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/ ​Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei​ Follow Masego, Dan, Jon, and Trap House Jazz: Masego's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masego/​ Dan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_the_manimal/ Jon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisvuittonjon/ Trap House Jazz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traphousejazz/ #LobbyCallPodcast

In episode 4 and (probably) season 1 finale of Lobby Call, producer Louie Lastic (IG: louielastic) joins to discuss the sometimes difficult task of separating the art from the artist. The group eventually gets into their own vices and guilty pleasures, and what kind of women they date. If you have questions you want answered or topics for us to discuss of Lobby Call, send them my way via IG (maxwell_sensei). Follow http://www.instagram.com/lobbycallpodcast/ for updates and ways to join live Q&A's and submit questions.

Creatives Maxwell Hunter, Masego, and Dan Foster sit down for a podcast about what drives creativity in episode 3. More questions from viewers/listeners are answered, and a lengthy discussion of who they would put in a "versuz" battle of future legends takes place. Follow us on Instagram and send your questions for a chance to get your question discussed in a future episode! Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_sensei/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxwellhunter1 TikTok: maxwell.sensei https://vm.tiktok.com/3qFUu6/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/maxwell_sensei Follow Masego and Dan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masego/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_the_manimal/ #LobbyCallPodcast

You came back! In season 1, episode 2 of the Lobby Call podcast Maxwell Hunter continues the conversation about being an artist and a creative in the music industry. This time the focus is around success and what that looks like. Almost the entire Trap House Jazz band is in this episode including, drummer Jon Curry as well as Masego and Dan Foster making their return. Hear about their reactions to meeting Erykah Badu and other stars, their favorite places to tour, as well as what you should be willing to compromise as an up and coming artist. Episode 3 coming soon!

In season 1, episode 1 of the Lobby Call Podcast, Maxwell Hunter is joined by fellow musicians Masego and Dan Foster to discuss Masego's NPR Tiny Desk performance and the comments on that video, their creative processes, as well as working and living together. They cover everything from how they get their musical ideas to reactions when someone slides in their DMs.

"What time is Lobby Call?" Lobby Call is a new podcast from artist/multi-instrumentalist/producer Maxwell Hunter in which topics range from personal to general stories about existing in the music industry and what it's like to grind your way up from being a gigging musician getting paid with chicken. He is often joined by his homies Masego and Dan Foster as well as other interesting guests. Tune in for Lobby Call!