Take A Shot With Me is a podcast about lowering your guard and opening up. On this podcast I interview some of the rising musical talent in the game. Whether they rap, make beats or sing songs, I will chat with them and break the ice with a shot of whatever they got. In this show we find out what makes these artists the people they are today, who their influences are, what’s next for them, and so much more! So sit down, relax, and Take A Shot With Me.
From a small town in Tennessee to leading a house collective in Gainsville, Florida. Music is an amazing thing and an amazing journey. Learning about a whole different genre in 2018, ended up leading Nish to a brand new outlook on life and music.Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and drink with them!In this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Nish aka Young Nish. Nish is a Florida-based, Buffalo-born DJ/Producer. He moved from Tennessee to South Florida as a senior in high school. Went to Emory University and then transferred to Florida University. An abroad trip to Spain, lead Nish to learn all about underground Tech House music which completely changed his musical taste. Wanting to learn how to DJ after coming back to the US, has now lead him to open up for the likes of Westend and John Summit. In this episode, I chat with Nish about his House Hats Collective crew, why he decided to DJ only house music, starting his own lacrosse company, where he feels the most at home after moving around a bunch throughout his life, and we get some explanation from Nish on some interesting photos he has posted on his IG.Really informative chat with Nish about his musical taste and life, so let's get into the interview!Intro Song: Nish - Maria
Cutting your teeth in the DJ scene means that you worked your way up as a DJ from the bottom of the totem pole playing all the worst spots to working your way up, to playing the main stages. Most artists don't wanna take the time and effort required to work their way up through meeting people, getting the worst timeslots, and not making any money. Yet, sometimes when you want something so bad you are willing to do the dirty work to come out clean on the other side.Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and drink with them!In this week's episode of taking A Shot With Me, I sit down with Nicole Fiallo. Nicole is an NYC-based, Miami-born DJ/Producer. She worked her way up from a young age DJing all over New York City and Miami, playing at some of the legendary clubs like Space in Miami. An artist that knows the struggles of making music and staying motivated, but not letting it get you down and working even harder to finish your goals. In this weeks episode, I chat with Nicole about sneaking into Club Space at 15, whether New York or Miami has the better house music scene, how it feels to hear her music supported by so many DJs, how some of her peers have influenced her along her journey, and whether Miami or New York has the better Cuban food. Really informative chat with Nicole about her music and life, so let's get into the interview but first, please do share this episode, follow us @takeashotwithmemusic on Instagram, follow Nicole Fiallo on IG, follow the show on Spotify, and rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts. Yet, without further ado here is a snippet of Nicole Fiallo's track off Baikonour Records, Feelin Good.Intro Song: Nicole Fiallo - Feelin GoodOutro Song: Stardust - Music Sounds Better With You (Nicole Fiallo Remix)
Music is a journey and if you don't grab onto it with two hands it will leave you in the dust. Kruel Intentions started off as a DJ crew, lost members, and then grew into a production powerhouse duo. From going all over the world DJing and playing their music, they never let anything get in their way of achieving their goals.Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and drink with them!In this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Kruel Intentions. Kruel Intentions is a London-based House DJ/Producer duo of DJ PMD aka Paul and DJ Rodzilla aka Rodney. The crew has been a name since 2015, but a duo since 2018. They have released tracks on some of the top labels in London like New State Music and Lovejuice Records, playing live shows out to thousands at SW4 and Ocean Beach Ibiza. In this episode, I chat with Paul about the journey of Kruel Intentions from early days to now, working as radio presenters on Select Radio, playing with the top DJs in the game, and playing at the best spots all across Europe. We also get into their lives as black DJs in the London music scene and see how they have navigated it personally.Really informative chat with Paul about Kruel Intentions and more, so let's get into the interview!Intro Song: Kruel Intentions - If I Don't Have You (ft. Yasmin Jane)Outro Song: Kruel Intentions - NGFM [2020 Tech House Mix]
Lupe Fiasco had a song entitled, "Hip Hop Saved My Life" back in 2007. It talks about how music saved his life and kept him on the right track. Music can help people get out of a dark place. Sometimes making music and following your passion can change the direction your life could go. Today, I have a guest who, even though he was bullied for being different he doubled down on music and left his hometown to completely change his life. Following your passion and always believing in yourself no matter what can make you the first in many different ways.Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and drink with themIn this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Lewis John. Lewis is a 20-year-old DJ/producer from Cardiff, Wales. He started making music when he was 12 and followed his passion all the way to London. Leaving his small hometown in Wales for London at 18, he doubled down on his passion for music and didn't let the struggles get to him. He became the first-ever Welshman to play on Select Radio in London and be featured on the Toolroom Record label. Lewis doesn't let rejection hold him back, he takes it all in stride and comes back stronger. In this episode, we chat about everything from his life in Wales, being bullied by the Rugby kids, moving to London, meeting Mark Knight, getting Signed to Toolroom, and much much more. I also test Lewis's knowledge of Wales and his beloved Cardiff City.Really funny and entertaining chat with Lewis!Intro Song: Lewis John - LighterOutro Song: Yung Pretender feat. Chilli Chilton - Way To Love (Lewis John Remix)
Between the ages of 9 to 20, what were you doing? Probably being a kid right or maybe at the latter parts, you were just getting on your grind about school, work, some side hustle, or maybe even music. Well, what if from the ages of 9 to 20 you actually did start making music, then you created a concept album all about the Zodiac star signs, and then you played some shows at EDC, you would probably think that either one that's impossible or two that's the most amazing thing in the world, right?! Well, what if I told you that it is possible and it actually did happen, but it wasn't the magical journey everyone thinks it is.Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and drink with them!On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Xan Griffin. Xan is a 20-year-old producer, vocalist, rapper, lyricist, and all-around artist. He started making music when he was 9 years old when his brother and dad got him interested in it. He started making EDM music, where he grew a large following and then created his concept album all around the Zodiac signs. Ever since those early days, Xan has tried to be an artist first and wanted his name at the forefront. The more he learned about production, the more he learned about his voice and what more he could do with it, he started to experiment. He started to create a completely different lane. As he states it, his music is like a box of chocolate, you never know what you are gonna get. In this episode, we chat about everything from his early years, to his time making EDM, to now. I get into how Xan thinks about music and what he wants to do in the future. I tried to make sure people learned as much as they can about one of the most intelligent people, I have met!Intro Song: Xan Griffin - SearchingXan Griffin - Go Hard or Go HomeOutro Song: Xan Griffin - Capricorn (ft. WOLFE)
What if you woke up one day and you were stranded on an island with only a laptop, some production software, and your phone. Well, this story is nothing like that but has a similar feeling to it nonetheless. This episode is about a duo of friends that have been able to create music that's transcending physical barriers and bring their sound to the big stages of the US and Europe.Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists, that I like and drink with them!On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with FOVOS. FOVOS is a New Zealand duo of Mario and Lorenzo, who love to make dance floor ready Tech House groovers and classic Techno rave bangers. These guys have been friends since high school. Ever since either a house party or physics class, they can tell you their stories, they have been sharing music together and going about their way as a production duo. These two guys are really showcasing a new level of talent coming from the Island of New Zealand, still finding their lane and sound, we can already get a sense they are set up for big things. In this episode, we chat about how they are able to bridge the gap between themselves and the rest of the music world in Europe and America, where are the secret best spots to visit in New Zealand, how has their experience been in a place that has seemed to handle COVID so well, and much more!Lots of insight about FOVOS & this New Zealand duo making waves in the Tech House space!Please do share this episode, follow us @takeashotwithmepod on Instagram, follow FOVOS @fovosmusic.Thank you to Moretin for the support, follow our show on Spotify and rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts.Intro Song: FOVOS - Hot MessOutro Song: FOVOS - Hypnos
Do you remember what you were doing at 17, do you remember what you were doing at 15? Were you probably trying to chase around your crush at school, maybe getting in trouble with your friends, playing sports, and just being a kid? Well, now what if you gave up on all of that kid stuff and only focused on making music with Garageband. Then you took that music and created something that millions of people will have listened to, oh also you are only 17.Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and drink with them!In this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with yuma. Yuma Mair is a German DJ/Producer that creates club-ready, UK House, and Deep bangers all at the age of 17. He only started working on production when he was 15 in 2018 on Garageband off his mother's iPad. Once his dad heard one of his loops, he made sure that Yuma had everything he needed to make music from that point on. A very talented and driven individual who recently signed with acclaimed German label Selected. In this episode, we chat about why he got interested in music production at age 15, how he manages to work out his day and keep up with schooling, his greatest achievements so far, where he sees his career going in the future, and how it feels getting this much attention at such a young age.Lots of insight about yuma., who is already making waves within the music industry!So let's get into the interview but first, please do share this episode, follow us @takeashotwithmepod on Instagram, follow Yuma @yuma.inbox on IG follow the show on Spotify, and rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts. Yet, without further ado here is a snippet of Yuma's newest single, Falling With You.Intro Song: SOMMA x yuma. x Jewelz - Falling With You (ft. Faith)Outro Song: yuma. x Leuc - Your Body On Me
What's that old proverb, fool me once shame on you, fool me twice, can't can't get fooled again, well as said by the former US President George W Bush. Yet, what if after getting fooled that first time around you took your loss, said f**k you, and used this lesson to your advantage. Taking the name, the merch, and the music then turning it into your own band!Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and drink with them!On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Yellow Trash Can. YTC is an Alt-rock duo of Jason Navarrete & Jordan Devin. These two are very talented and unique individuals, who have worked with top tear artists, creatives, and even skateboarders? These two guys took an L and turned it into a Win after they got screwed over by the original Yellow Trash Can, they turned it into a real band. Jason lives in Portland, while Jordan aka Jitta lives in LA. Yet, these two don't let anything get in their way of making music. Whether it be creating a hit over Nintendo switch or VR chat, by any means necessary. In this episode, we chat about everything that they have gone through to get to where they are now, how it felt working with BlocBoy JB, starting a fight between Tony Hawk & Bam Margera, playing a festival in the Minecraft world, and each of them giving me their top 3 video games of all time.Lots of knowledge and amazing info was given from these two guys, who have been creating their own unique and interesting lane within the music industry.Please do share this episode, follow us @takeashotwithmepod on Instagram, follow @yellowtrashcan_ on IG.Follow the show on Spotify and rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts. Intro Song: Yellow Trash Can - Hey CrazyOutro Song: Yellow Trash Can - All in My Head
When talking to most college Seniors, all that seems to be on their mind is when's graduation and when's the next party. They aren't thinking about how to create equity for artists and create a middle class for musicians. Well, that's exactly what Manchureon aka Anthony Zhao is trying to do with his music and record label.Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and drink with them!In this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Manchureon, aka Anthony Zhao. Anthony is a rapper, producer, sound engineer, and UC Berkeley Senior who has started his own record label to put "music first" and empower the artist. An Asian-American with Chinese heritage growing up in San Franciso, he has been influenced by all different cultures. From learning that music could be a career from when he lived in China to now making music that is influenced by genres from all across America. Anthony is understanding of the East-West divide. We talk about his experiences as a rapper in the Asian community, how it felt starting his label, Def Odd Records, and his advice to those in the Asian community trying to start a career in music. We also debate why In n Out is soooo very trash, you don't wanna miss out!.Intro Song: Manchureon - Rain CloudsOutro Song: Manchureon - Dummy SongManchureon: @man.cee.zTake A Shot With Me: @takeashotwithmepod
When you think of a vibrate community, that would do anything for one another, you would imagine that they have been together for years, meet each other, and shared stories face to face. Yet, what if told you that you can achieve all of this and more without ever meeting someone else in that community. Satin Puppets have shown the power of creating a niche online community that loves everything they create from their online store to their music. If you build a strong foundation, anything can grow!Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and drink with them!In this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Satin Puppets. Satin Puppets is made up of Twin sisters Joanna and Julia Araujo from Upland, California. These two have just started their musical journeys with their first track entitled Quagmire. Satin Puppets have been able to create a viral, engaged, and dedicated following from their online store of Little Ghouls to their personal profiles, to their music page as well. With strong followings and engagement on TikTok and Instagram, they have been able to create a successful online apothecary store and have their music hit the ground running. As this duo plans to release music, every month this year we are in a treat to listen to what these two little ghouls have in store for us. We chat about it all and get into why the Satin Puppets are who they are!Intro Song: Satin Puppets - Quagmire
As an artist, it is very rare you ever see a song of yours get past 100,000 streams on Spotify. It's even rare to get past 50,000 streams, especially if you are a newer act. Now think if you were an artist and you could achieve over 1 million streams on a song, that would be amazing, right! Now what if I told you that there is an artist that has received over 1 million streams on each of his first 3 debut singles, you would think that couldn't be true, well it is! Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host of Take A Shot With Me. I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and get drunk with them!On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with SOMMA. SOMMA or Nick is a Berlin, Germany based DJ/producer who has seemed to perfect a certain style of UK/Deep House music which is taking the world by storm. An artist with little known about him, he has been able to rake in the streams. After partnering with Selected, a highly touted house music channel on Youtube, his music has blown up across the world. With his debut single, I Don't Wanna Know, which came out in July of 2020, it has already reached over 10 million streams, his second release, I Can't Sleep, is almost at 5 million and his third release, Howling, is already over 1 million. An artist that 6 months ago didn't even have one song released, is now at 1 million monthly listeners. SOMMA is a name I think will be widely known in the near future, so we might as well learn what we can about him now!SOMMA has tons more music ready to be released this year and is determined to achieve all of his goals. Nick is very dedicated and highly determined, I am ready to hear and see what he has in store next! Intro Song: SOMMA - I Don't Wanna KnowOutro Song: SOMMA - Howling
Have you ever wondered what it would be like if you worked, traveled, and lived with your significant other 24/7? Would y'all still be together or would there just no longer be a relationship? Hey, I'm Rob and I am the host on this show I have traveled the world, worked on radio stations, and managed artists, now I wanna interview some of the best new artists I like and get drunk with them!On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with 18th & Addison, a pop-rock/punk duo from New Jersey who not only have had a relationship since 2010 and been in this band together since 2013, but they are also married. Tom & Kait Kunzman have a long history with music, since their high school days these two have always loved singing and performing. Tom started off with a punk band named A Criminal Risk and Kait was a solo artist for MTV with her stage name of Just Kait. As the years rolled and they started to date and decided to create a band together. In this episode we chat about them being a DIY band, their trials & tribulations as a married couple as well as bandmates, their most memorable music videos, and how it feels to be cast in a brand new animated series called Battle of the Bands.Tom & Kait have tons of stories to tell about their journeys as artists and traveling across the country together. The episode was jammed back with so much information about this duo and even some helpful tips on how to keep a relationship going. 18th & Addison are a group that will continue to grow and give us massive hits in the making!Intro Song: 18th & Addison - LeechesOutro Song: 18th & Addison - Minutes like Fireflies
On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Goons. Goons aka Sean Mullins is a music producer, who considers his style EDM goes Punk. He takes influence from 2000s pop-punk music and tries to incorporate it into EDM style tracks, with real guitars and massive drums, making his production sound big, loud, and punk as hell. In this episode, we chat about his life as an athlete in college while still making music and learning different instruments. His love of rock music and why he wanted to cross over these 2 genres. He shines a light on his 2019 remix of Illenium which Travis Barker pretty much copied and released as his own. As well, If he can take my lyrics and make them into a banger! Goons and I had a great chat about his career thus far. With high-quality production, a big artist copying his style, and just graduating college it seems like Goons will not be stopped and continue to grow! So listen up as I chat with Goons!Intro Song: Illenium ft Jon Bellion - Good Things Fall Apart (Goons Remix)Outro Song: Goons - Catch 22 ft GLNNA
In this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with the Underclassmen. The Underclassmen, despite their name, are not a duo you want to mess with! Dan and Justin have created an ode to massive 80's pop anthems, which showcase their catchy songwriting and powerful production. With only 3 songs released back in 2019, they are set up for a huge 2021! In this episode, we talk about their journey from playing open mics in Syracuse to moving to LA, how a waffle spot near Syracuse University helped these two find their confidence, who is the Best WWE Wrestler of all time, and if they had any superpowers what would it be?The Underclassmen and I could have chatted for hours. We kept it funny, entertaining, and informative. Dan was almost on the floor by the end! So listen up as we chat all about the Underclassmen!Intro Song: The Underclassmen - Former LifeOutro Song: The Underclassmen - Dive In
On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Yasmin Jane. Yasmin is a singer/songwriter and vocalist whose beautiful voice has been heard on some massive tracks over the past couple of years! She has sung over tracks by Simon Field, Simon Hardy, Co-De, and many more. Her lovely and heartfelt lyrics make her choruses stick in your head. In this episode, we chat about how she ended up signing over her first-ever house music song, where she gets her songwriting inspiration from, her love of animals, how she got her song featured on the hit Netflix tv show "Love is Blind", and she gives us her own personal insight on how it feels to play a sold-out show vs hearing your music played out on the big speakers in Ibiza. We had a lovely chat and for any aspiring musicians, singers, or songwriters looking to grow your career listen up, as Yasmin gives you some excellent help!Intro Song: Simon Fields - Sirens feat. Yasmin JaneOutro Song: Simon Hardy - Crazy Love feat Yasmin Jane
In this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Frank Zummo. Frank is one of the co-founders of the Street Drum Corps, the current drummer of Sum 41, and is now starting his own journey as an electronic music producer! Frank has done it all and played with the very best, during his illustrious career. From starting the street drum corps 16 years ago to playing at EDC with Krewella and Skrillex to going on World Tours with Sum 41 and Motley Crue and the list goes on!During the episode we chat about how he fell in love with music and drumming, why he created the street drum corps with Bobby and Adam Alt, how it felt shutting down the Coachella Friday main stage with Kayzo, partying with Tommy Lee, traveling the world, becoming the producer he is today and so much more!There was a ton to go over and we covered a great chunk of everything Frank has done as an artist throughout his life. He has so much further to still go in his career and we are excited to watch!Intro Song: Frank Zummo - E.O.T.E. (feat. dying in designer)Outro Song: Frank Zummo - Hit the Ground (feat Landon Tewers)Follow the show @takeashotwithmepodFollow Frank Zummo @frankzummoRate & ReviewFollow & Subscribe
This week's episode is a little bit different. I interview a former artist now turned manager, Scott Waldman. Scott Waldman owner & founder of Waldman Management was formerly apart of The City Drive and his solo project of Lido Beach. He currently manages 17 different artists, producers, and songwriters, while operating his very own radio show, Waldman's Words, on idobi radio.In this episode, Scott and I sit down and take shots as we chat about going from an artist to a manager, the best advice for any artist/manager who is trying to find their legs in the industry, how to conduct an interview, the luck or coincide that leads to managing such major talent, and how it felt to be signed to Columbia Records a year after Beyonce.Scott and I could have chatted for hours about management, music, and food! If you wanna learn more about life on the radio, how to make it as a manager, or the best ways to conduct yourself as an artist, then this episode is for you!Intro Song: Lido Beach - Please Come HomeFollow the show @takeashotwithmepodFollow Scott Waldman @scottlouiswaldmanRate & ReviewFollow & Subscribe
This week, The Merseyside Legend that is Tom Brownlow sits down with me to take shots and chat shit. A Leeds based DJ/producer, whose classical production style utilizes sweet harmonies, live musicians, and luscious chords. Someone who has been producing for years, but only now just starting to release his music to the masses.In this episode, Tom and I chat about why he waited so long to actually start releasing his music, the number of positive responses he has received on his first couple of releases, the best ways to self promote and network as a producer, and what's the best radio station in the UK to get your music placed!I ask Tom some questions about his beloved Everton and the gutted feelings he had when he saw those red bastards, Liverpool lift the premier league trophy.If you love to learn about new music, how to promote yourself, and a little bit about Footy, then this episode is perfect for you!Intro Song: Tom Brownlow - BreatheOutro Song: Tom Brownlow feat Jen JamminSax - KolamuFollow the show @takeashotwithmepodFollow Tom Brownlow @tombrownlowmusicRate & ReviewFollow & Subscribe
This week I sit down and take shots with Demi the Daredevil aka Jeff Azar. An Austin, Tx based musician whose Alt-rock, Punk rock, and Electro sounds make his music stand out from the pack. Their music falls into the vein of My Chemical Romance and Panic at the Disco. In this episode, Jeff and I chat about the imagery and brand of Demi the Daredevil, the similarities they have to his personality, and its differences. We chat about the way he tries to inspire fans with his lyrics and the give/take attitude he provides on his Instagram. I ask Jeff some questions from a Buzzfeed article that featured his song Body Worx, to see how well he actually knows himself and his music, the answers might shock you. I had an amazing chat with a great one of a kind type of artist!Intro Song: Demi the Daredevil - Paranoia on Main StreetOutro Song: Demi the Daredevil - America AnonymousFollow the show @takeashotwithmepodFollow Demi the Daredevil @demithedaredevilRate & ReviewFollow & Subscribe
This week I sit down and take shots with Monte Chaqil. A rapper and business owner based in Raleigh, NC. His inspiration for his rapping style comes from many different people, but his flow and delivery have a Young Thug/Playboi Carti vibe to it. In this episode, we chat about how he vibes and delivers his music when in the booth, we chat about his brand Nine Nineteen, where the inspiration for his brand comes from, and how he tries to tie it all back in with his community. We get into a debate about Raleigh and Atlanta to see who he thinks has the best artists, music, food, and women.We had a great time chatting together and I learned a lot about Monte. Now all that's left to do is to sit back relax and Take A Shot With Me!Intro Song: Monte Chaqil - Might As WellOutro Song: Monte Chaqil - Outta HereFollow the show @takeashotwithmepodFollow Monte Chaqil @montechaqil_Rate & ReviewFollow & Subscribe
This week I sit down and take shots with DJ Amy Lauren. A UK based DJ/Producer that works on the radio playing some of the best Tech House, Bass, and UKG around! In this episode, we chat about tons of stuff going from how she wanted to become a DJ, to her love of horses and dog agility, to us going on a long tangent about new music and artists we love. Amy also trashes all traditional English dishes, in our segment of Fit or Sh!t! We had tons of laughs and a great time chatting together. I learned a lot about Amy and I hope you all do too!Intro Song: SL2 - On A Ragga Tip (Amy Lauren VIP)Follow the show @takeashotwithmepodFollow DJ Amy Lauren @djamylaurenRate & ReviewFollow & Subscribe
We have got an amazing episode this week as I sit down and chat with Amelia. Amelia is a pop singer/songwriter originally from the deep south of Georgia in Valdosta. She currently lives in Atlanta. Amelia is an up and coming artist that creates lovely pop vocals over catchy bouncy production. Her voice is a tool she utilizes to connect the listener to her music. Amelia and I sat down and took shots as we talked about her start as an artist, her different approach to starting off her music career, creating a live performance video that has over 1 million views on Triller, where she draws her personal inspirations from, whether Pinterest is a better platform than Instagram, and we dive deep into some of her more interesting tweets! An episode that I know y'all will enjoy from start to end! So come join us on this episode and listen as I take shots with Amelia.Please follow us on Instagram @takeashotwithmepodFollow on Spotify, Rate us on Apple Podcast, or any other platform you listen from!Intro Song: Amelia - Friendship BraceletsOutro Song: Amelia - Casablanca Baby
On this week's episode, I am alone and getting very aggressively drunk with my microphone. I think I said more bad words in this 12-minute episode than I have ever said in a normal week, but it was for the purpose of showcasing my passion for the show. I give you all 3 reviews of 2 beers and a mixed drink in a can, while also concisely delivering you all the key to bringing a divided world together on one issue!Please, rate and review the pod on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify! You all are the best and stay tuned for more podcasts and content in the future.
Massive episode coming out this week, with The Ghost Club and myself. The Ghost Club is an alt-rock/punk rock singer from Pittsburgh, PA. He is someone still finding his way in the industry, even with some massive successes already accomplished in his very young career. His first ever song, 'The Bird Has Flown', hit over 1 million streams on Spotify and he has worked with some of the biggest producers in the game, like Matt Squire and Eric Palmquist! The Ghost Club, aka Domenic, and I talk about his start in the music industry, who inspired him, how he has dealt with in influx of notoriety, some of his all time favorite horror movies, the best foods in Pittsburgh and so much more. I wish I had more time to interview Domenic, but I know you all will still enjoy our chat none the less!Intro Song: The Ghost Club - Same Graves
On this weeks episode, I am sitting down and chatting with Max Taylor. Max Taylor is rapper that's trying to get out his feelings. If he started a label it wouldn't be like Kanye West's Getting Out Our Dreams it would be more like Getting Out Our Feelings. A real awesome MC from Raleigh that's trying to connect with people and let them know its ok to talk about your personal issues and deal with trauma in the light. Max and I talk about his mother's passing and how much it has effected him personally and his music, we get to learn more about his love/hate relationship with the Raleigh rap scene, how his music has grown, what makes him different, and if Joe Budden has done some really wild and out of pocket shit. I had a really great interview with Max and I know you all will enjoy it the same.Intro Song: Max Taylor - HealingOutro Song: Max Taylor - Screaming for Help
On this week's episode, I sit down and take shots with Wynnm. Wynnm is a folk-pop artist from the US who now resides in Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Wynnm and I chat about powerful women who shaped her early journey into music, why its ok to talk proudly about sexuality as a female artist, why she has slowly been moving further and further east across the world, how Amsterdam has hands down the best Ramen spot in the world, and that some of the most beautiful things in the world are items we can't even touch.Follow the Pod on Instagram: @takeashotwithmepodGive us your feedback and comment where your favorite place to get Ramen is!Intro Song: Wynnm - Fire on the MoonOutro Song: Wynnm - Milk
On this week's episode, I am back again ranting and raving about something that annoys me in the music industry! I am sitting alone in the corner of my room talking to my mic about Spotify paid playlisting and growing your community on/off Spotify.This episode is a rant on those predatory services that take advantage of artists who are just starting off in the industry and don't know how to properly grow their music or communities. Those services that promise a bunch of streams for very little money, which are infested with fake accounts and bot streaming. I chat about the best ratios to look at to make sure if the playlist you are on is fake or not, as well as the best ways to promote your music on and off the platform!I'm trying to give artists the truth on how to grow your music in a safe and legitimate way that will pay you dividends in the long run as a top tier earning artist!So stayed locked in for the educational portion of the Take A Shot With Me Podcast!
On this weeks episode of the Take A Shot With Me Podcast, I sit down with Smash Bryant. Smash is a rapper born in VA, grew up in NC, and now resides in LA. We sit down and chat about his music, why he was drawn to rap when others weren't, the first rapper he ever listened to, his first time meeting Curren$y, why he writes his lyrics in the car, how it felt to move from the country to LA, and the guilt is can bring.We bring back the 'Is It Toxic' section of the podcast and really dive deep into Smash's history. Another great episode that you don't wanna miss out on. So sit back relax and Take A Shot With Me!Intro Song: Too Close - Smash BryantOutro Song: Don't Forget - Smash Bryant
On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Steven Blake the lead signer of Animal Sun. Animal Sun is made up of 4 band members, two of which are brothers from Charlottesville, VA, who moved the band out to LA, where they all reside today. Steven and I sit down and take shots as we chat about the history of their music, who inspires Steven, what it feels like to be verified on Instagram, getting nominated for a Grammy, and signing on national TV. Steven tells me each of his band members Spirit Animals, while we also chat about how to grow a fan base as an indie artist. Overall, I had an amazing chat with Steven and learned a bunch about him and Animal Sun. Yet, without further introduction please, sit back relax and Take A Shot With Me!Intro Song: Still Believe - Animal SunOutro Song: Girl in Blue - Animal Sun
On this week's episode of, Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Peter $un aka Scummy Sunny. Sunny is a neo-soul rapper hailing from Richmond, VA. Sunny now lives in LA where his hippie sunshine style of music has flourished over the past couple of years. Sunny and I sit down and take shots as we chat about his music, what it feels like to be signed to MOAG, how life was growing up in Richmond, why the East Coast is way better than the West Coast, and why Blueface and Lil Pump are terrible but necessary for rap music. Sunny and I dive into a lot of topics on this episode while staying entertaining from start to finish. Sunny is someone you definitely wanna listen to and have a drink with, trust me!As always please, do rate the podcast 5 stars on Apple if you like it and follow us on Spotify! Yet, without further ado, sit back relax and take a shot with me!Intro: Love Drunk Lust (Make it Hard) - Peter $un & Blue Rondo ft. Trip Carter & KnottRudyOutro: 100 Proof - Peter $un ft Guapdad 4000
On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Michael Lanza. Michael is a pop singer and multi-instrumentalist hailing from the Bay Area and now residing in LA. Michael and I sit down and take shots as we chat about his music, taking the leap to become a solo act, having one of his songs featured on Keeping up with the Kardashians, and how a random DM lead him to get production credits on a KPop band's song. This episode contains everything from Michael's hottest stock tips, to me grilling him on the Periodic table of elements, while I throw some shade at pandas, a wild episode that you can't miss out on!As always please, do rate the podcast 5 stars on Apple if you like it and follow us on Spotify! I am always looking to make this podcast better so please send me any of your critics or criticism, Yet, without further ado, sit back relax and take a shot with me!Intro Song: Burn - Michael LanzaOutro Song: Was I A Fool - Michael Lanza
On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Moody Moose's lead singer MacRae and their keyboardist JC. Moody Moose is a 4 member jam-rock band from Baltimore, MD. JC, MacRae, and I sit down and take shots as we chat about their music, why they waited so long to put out their first single, what they have taken from their musical influences, how much they each know about Moose, and they tell me what they really think about a Baltimore Iconic Alcoholic Beverage. We also crown one of them the Moose King and an absolute moose legend, so stay tuned to find out who it is! I had a great chat with JC and MacRae while learning a bunch about the two and Moody Moose's music.As always please, do rate the podcast 5 stars on Apple if you like it and follow us on Spotify! Also, if you ever have any suggestions on what would make the pod better send me a line! With all that said, please without further ado, sit back relax, and take a shot with me!Intro & Outro Song: What You Wanted - Moody Moose
On this week's episode, Rob goes ranting!!! Not really, but he does go off and talk with his mic about issues he has with the Music Industry. Whether it's about Spotify paid playlisting, musical trends, the music industry, or anything that comes to his head. He will give you his 100% correct opinion!For this rant, Rob chats about rappers hopping on trends and then never changing for the better. Rappers that ride a wave, but once that wave crashes they can't pivot and change. I talk about the greats, the one-hit wonders, and the ones who were able to pivot for the better. Music is subjective, but Rob is always right! So, listen up as Rob goes ranting on this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me.
On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me I sit down with Edjacated Phools and their lead singer Nick and their drummer Devin. Edjacated Phools is a 6 piece fusion rock band from Baltimore, MD. Nick, Devin and I sit down and take shots as we chat about their music, who they would love to work with in the future, there highest and lowest moments since being a part of the band, how they create music, what they think about live streams, and so much more! Devin talks about how much he loves 99 Bananas and Rumplemintz while teaching us how to smoke weed and take a shot at the same time!! So don't let anyone tell you this show isn't educational! As always, I had a great chat with Nick and Devin and learned a bunch about the two and the Edjacated Phools music. Please, do rate the podcast 5 stars on Apple and follow us on Spotify, if you like it! Also, if you ever have any suggestions on what would make the Pod better send me a line! With all that said, please without further ado, sit back relax, and take a shot with me!Intro Song: All The Right Places - Edjacated PhoolsOutro Song: Alive and Well - Edjacated Phools
On This Episode of Take A Shot With Me I sit down with YAA! Koala. YAA! Koala is an electronic music producer born in Russia, grew up in NYC and now lives in London. Koala and I sit down and take shots as we chat about his very unique and individual production style, how he has been able to survive lockdown in Cape Town, South Africa, how he was able to create a homemade music video outside during one of the most strict lockdowns in the world, also is Beyonce overrated?!?!? Koala gives me his thoughts on marsupials aka Koala's and why Mac Miller had such an influence on him. Overall, I had a great chat with Koala and learned a bunch about him and his music. As always, please enjoy the show, follow us on Spotify and rate us on Apple Podcast, but without further ado sit back relax and take a shot with me!Intro Song: Cape Town - YAA! KoalaOutro Song: Don't Stop - YAA! Koala
On This Episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Bryan Kotsher the lead singer of Taller Tales. Taller Tales is an indie/alt-rock band from Baltimore, MD. The band consists of Bryan, Dylan, and Matt. Bryan and I sit down and take shots as we chat about Taller Tales music, how he writes and goes about his creative process, how the band ended up getting together, their beer collaboration with Tall Tales brewery and so much more! Bryan also gives me his thoughts on a true Baltimore Crab Cake and if Hawaiian pizza is good or not. Overall, I had a great chat with Bryan and learned a bunch about him and Taller Tales. As always, please enjoy the show, follow us on Spotify and Rate us on Apple Podcast, but without further ado sit back relax and take a shot with me!Intro Song: Serendipity - Taller TalesOutro Song: Bloodlines - Taller Tales
On this week's episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with my friend ZABO. He is from the Great White North, lovely and beautiful Canada. He currently resides in Toronto and has been acclaimed as one of the best midtempo bass producers around!ZABO and I sit down and take shots as we chat about his music, his unique production style, why he seems to only wear dark colors, if he thinks scary movies are good or not, and he may or may not have a huge man-crush on Alex Caruso, so you gotta stay locked in to hear about that one!At the end of the day, I had a great chat with ZABO and learned a bunch about him. So please sit back relax and take a shot with me!
On This Episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with BOREGARD. aka The Rap Games Bo Jackson. He is a rapper from Atlanta and has been touted as someone to watch for in the future! We sit down and take shots as we chat about his music, why he loves Anime so much, the people behind the music, and what he thinks is Toxic! Also, will he explain what the difference between Jelly and Jam is? I don't know, but you gotta find out! Overall, I learned some really cool things about BOREGARD. and had a great chat with him. So please sit back relax and take a shot with me!
On the second episode of Take A Shot With Me, I sit down with Alt-Rock rapper Aman from Atlanta. We chat about his first solo single 'stairs', how he describes his sound, who his influences are, where to get the best Ethiopian food in Atlanta, is it toxic, and does she belongs to the streets or nah! So settle in with a cold one before you sit back, relax, and Take A Shot With Me!
Today on the FIRST EVER, Take A Shot With Me podcast, I take shots with an O'Connell High School legend and DC, Maryland, & Virginia native, Matty Wavez. Matty Wavez is an up & coming rapper who has been putting in the work since 2014. He has been releasing songs on a consistent basis combining various genres to produce his unique sound. In the episode we chat about powerful women in his life, growing up in the DMV, where to get the best tacos, how In N Out is overrated, & so much more! We take shots together and open up the best way we know-how, so sit back relax and Take A Shot With Me!