Podcasts about closed sessions

My guest this week is New York-via-Chicago producer and DJ, DJ Rude One. We spoke about Megalopolis, the works of David Cronenberg and Willem Dafoe, our love for Metrograph and the movie theater experience, his extensive history as a DJ and producer, embracing a slow production process, working a day job and making music for the passion, and the creative process behind his latest album Upper Space. Come fuck with us.Upper Space is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider copping the digital download or a vinyl directly from Rude One's Bandcamp page. Follow Rude One on Instagram (@djrudeone), Twitter (@djrude1), and Bluesky (@djrudeone.bsky.social).Join the Reel Notes Patreon today starting at $5/month to get early access to episodes, our Discord server, exclusive bonus interviews and reviews, and more!My first book, Reel Notes: Culture Writing on the Margins of Music and Movies, is available now, via 4 PM Publishing. Order a digital copy on Amazon.Reel Notes stands in solidarity with the oppressed peoples of Palestine, Congo, Sudan, Tigray, and Haiti. Please consider donating to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund,  The Palestinian Youth Movement, The Zakat Foundation, HealAfrica, FreeTigray, and/or Hope For Haiti.  For information about contacting your representatives to demand a ceasefire, finding protests, and other tools, check out CeasefireToday!Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), Bluesky (@cinemasai.bsky.social), TikTok (@cinemasai), Letterboxd (@CineMasai), and subscribe to my weekly Nu Musique Friday newsletter to stay tapped into all things Dylan Green. Support the show

We linked up with a man of exquisite music taste, Alex Fruchter from Closed Sessions, to celebrate the label's 15-year anniversary and reminisce over the blog era and Chicago's importance and influence in the Hip-Hop ecosystem. Alex also gets real about the realities of running a label and the social media climate when promoting new artists. Connect with Breaking AtomsInstagramFacebookTwitterFollow SumitInstagramTwitterFollow ChrisInstagramTwitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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My guest this week is Ohio-based rapper and producer Kipp Stone. We spoke about Where The Wild Things Are, the Transformers franchise, Soul, Little Bear, being inspired by his surroundings, how long it took him to find his musical style, joining up with, leaving, and re-joining Closed Sessions, the art of saying more with less words, and the creative process behind his latest album 66689 Blvd Prequel. Reel Notes stands in solidarity with the oppressed peoples of Palestine, the Congo, Sudan, Tigray, and Haiti. Please consider donating to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund,  The Palestinian Youth Movement, HealAfrica, FreeTigray, and/or Hope For Haiti.  For information about contacting your representatives to demand a ceasefire, finding protests, and other tools, check out CeasefireToday!Visit Dreadsock.com and use promo code "CINEMASAI" for 10% off your first order!66689 Blvd Prequel is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider copping it directly from Bandcamp. Follow Kipp on Instagram and Twitter: @kipp_stoneFollow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), TikTok (@cinemasai), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai)  Support the show

Naw, you aint trippin' We do have an abiding curiosity about all things Chicago rap. It is for these reasons we were geeked to have the multi-faceted Alexander Fruchter (like hookter) join us for a proper nerd out. Alexander has moved deftly between the roles of DJ, writer, and label head for many yes. His Closed Sessions imprint is the artistic home for several aritsts we dig (Defcee, Kipp Stone, Boathouse). In this interview Alexander talks about the origin of Closed Sessions, meeting Defcee, and his new dinner/conversation series Legends. During the into Nate and Demone wax nostalgic about the best albums of the pandemic (cause that's over now right?). If you like what you hear please like, rate, review, and subscribe on your platform of choice. If you really down with the team please subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/dadbodrappod) Big ups to Stony Island Audio massive! Theme song was produced by the homie DJ Cutso Joints used in this episode 1.Poppy Seed Buns-DJ Rude One feat Wiki 2.Norville Rodgers-Conducter Williams 3.Popovich Offense-Defcee feat Mick Jenkins

Closed Sessions co-founder Alex Fruchter returns to Dynasty Podcasts to talk about keeping the Chicago-based label active during the pandemic, details why it's important to him to help bring up the next generation of music industry talent in Chicago, and more.Recorded in 2020.

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In this episode, we talk to @jacklarsen about his upcoming album "What If Birds Were Angels". From start to finish, the entire album is being shared on Twitch and Discord. Go be a part of the process here: https://jack-larsen.com We also talk about milk, Closed Sessions, Tim Heidecker, and his song/video "Spirit", which we highly encourage you to go watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUFnNTKHBJM&ab_channel=JackLarsen Host: @justjerryofficial Producer/Editor: @ferrisboolah

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This week we are speculating about major upcoming rap releases and possibly specious retirement announcements in the first segment. Then we are speaking to two Chicago-based artists who just released a very good record. First up we have a quick check-in with rapper Defcee, and then a longer conversation with producer Boathouse, the two talented artists behind All Debts Public And Private, a new release from Closed Sessions. DBRP is brought to you by Stony Island Audio, a hip-hop podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we chop it over one of the best hip hop records ever - a personal favourite, 1998's Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star album by Black Star

On this episode of the Music Business Podcast, we invite Alexander Fruchter aka DJ RTC. Born and raised in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, he has been a mainstay in Chicago's Hip Hop community as a DJ, journalist, and label owner for close to 20 years. Fruchter is the founder of the significant underground Hip Hop blog rubyhornet, an accomplished DJ, and an Associate Professor of Instruction at Columbia College Chicago. Fruchter is the founder of the indie Hip Hop label, Closed Sessions, and was recognized by the Chicago Tribune as a “Chicagoan of the Year” in 2016. He is a graduate of Indiana University, and currently lives in Humboldt Park. His most recent writing can be found at LL Cool's Rock The Bells.Today, we talk about founding Closed Sessions and writing for rubyhornet in the height of the blog era, what today's music industry can learn from it when it comes to community building, branding, and more. This is a fun, informative episode and a moment nostalgia for anyone that was a part of the blogging community in the early 2010s. Even if you weren't, you'll get an idea of what it brought to today's industry by the episode's conclusion.Leave a review and join us in our discord via our Patreon at https://musicbusinesspodcast.com/community to discuss the episode with Sam, Jordan, and the Music Business Podcast community. Follow us on IG at @musicbusinesspodcast for additional content and clips from this episode and past episodes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

BoatHouse is a Chicago based producer. He is currently signed to Closed Sessions. Boathouse Insta: @_boathouse NAST Insta: @boathouse

I'm this episode I'll be performing another closed session spoken word performance to soothe your workday --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepoetrycornerpodcast/message

In today's episode I'll performing some some poetry for you all today to soothe you through your workday --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepoetrycornerpodcast/message

Mike Kolar is a name that you've most definitely come across if you're making music in Chicago. The owner and operator of Soundscape Studios on Chicago Ave in the city's West Town neighborhood, Kolar also is one half of the independent label Closed Sessions. For the past few decades, the man has engineered projects for the likes of George Clinton, Ludacris, Chance The Rapper, Jamila Woods and many, many more. I've been hanging out there for far too long and avid listeners will notice that we've recently taken up a residency there as well. To kick off 2020 then, it only seemed appropriate we sit down the man himself, Mike Kolar.

Don't quit your day job is a phrase often used to discourage people from pursuing their out-of-office dreams.  but what If you have those dreams AND love your day job.  This week we sit with DJ RTC a.k.a Alexander Fruchter to discuss how his teaching position informs how he runs his label Closed Sessions and how putting theory into practice informs his teaching.

“I think this ought to be discussed in closed session,” is a phrase that makes many Americans, especially members of the press, wild with fury. It’s anti-democratic! It’s deceptive! Stephen argues the opposite from his experience living in DC. Lives are frequently ruined when things that should be dealt with in closed session are dealt [read more]

Alex Fruchter is the man behind Chicago independent label Closed Sessions, the founder of hip hop blog Ruby Hornet, and a writer and DJ. His work has helped bring forward multiple waves of Chicago hip hop, from the Napster days into the streaming age and beyond. He talks about the industry, the role of a label, his own shift in perspective in the last year, and Morgan Park Academy, which is both his and Damon's alma mater. Soak up some Chicago hip hop history! Recorded 2/1/19 in Chicago Music from this week's show: Coming into Focus - BoatHouse

Jameel aka "Bridges" is a multifaceted designer with high attention to detail and an extreme drive to innovate. Bridges' has extensively worked with companies such as Redbull, Boiler Room, Remy Martin, All Def Digital, Topman, Closed Sessions, Soundscape Studios, and many signed recording artists. We talk about his voice as a designer and photographer, the culture of the art and fashion world, and explore some philosophical ideas worth meditation.

Chicago rapper Femdot joined Senior Writer Tyler Clark backstage at Lollapalooza, where they discussed the local hip-hop scene, working with Closed Sessions, and how studying biological science at Penn State and DePaul influenced the way he approaches making music.He also reflects on his work with the Young Chicago Authors, competing in the Louder Than a Bomb poetry competition, and why he considers himself a "writer by nature, rapper by craft." Stream the full discussion above and stay tuned for more interviews.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chicago rapper Femdot joined Senior Writer Tyler Clark backstage at Lollapalooza, where they discussed the local hip-hop scene, working with Closed Sessions, and how studying biological science at Penn State and DePaul influenced the way he approaches making music.He also reflects on his work with the Young Chicago Authors, competing in the Louder Than a Bomb poetry competition, and why he considers himself a "writer by nature, rapper by craft." Stream the full discussion above and stay tuned for more interviews.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

The Cornerstore spoke with Alex "RTC" Fruchter about his entrance into hip-hop via DJing, why he started the prized blog Ruby Hornet, and how Closed Sessions grew from a video series into a full-fledged indie label. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 177 - Femdot http://dynastypodcasts.com https://soundcloud.com/dynastypodcasts Chicago MC Femdot returns to Dynasty Podcasts after his spring 2017 interview, in the first Dynasty Podcasts interview of 2018! The artist reflects on the foundation he's built for himself, evident in his digital box set collection the20/20hour, shares his thoughts on his embarking on his first ever tour supporting Kweku Collins, and speaks on working with Chicago hip hop label Closed Sessions, and the reasons why that partnership makes sense. Femdot also looks ahead at his larger ambitions, with goals to do work in the philanthropic spaces to benefit overlooked communities in Chicago. Hosted by Jaime Black Produced by Dynasty Podcasts Logo Design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com Web Design by Marcus Carter Voice Imaging by Alice Hayes

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 058 - Alex Fruchter (Closed Sessions) dynastypodcasts.com @dynastypodcasts At the end of SXSW 2016, Dynasty Podcasts veteran Alex Fruchter checks in to recap his festival experience. Fruchter speaks on his role as a Columbia College Chicago instructor involved with the college's unofficial 6th Street showcase, produced in part by his AEMMP Hip Hop course students. Fruchter also reflects on nine years of attending SXSW, as well as sharing why it's so important for him to give back to students and other aspiring creatives. Recorded at SXSW 2016 for Illinois Entertainer, Chicago Inno, #ChicagoMade, and Dynasty Podcasts. Part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative. Hosted by Jaime Black Produced by Julia Johanek Logo design by Danyelle Sage | danyellesage.com Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 075 - Jameel Bridgewater dynastypodcasts.com @dynastypodcasts Rising Chicago creative Jameel Bridgewater, aka Bridges, details his expansive array of creative ventures in the Chicago music scene, including photography, design, video, and more. Bridgewater recalls his stint touring with SZA, reflects on his journey at Columbia College Chicago, and discusses his growing role with noted Chicago hip hop label Closed Sessions. Broadcast on Facebook Live from Cards Against Humanity in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative. Hosted by Jaime Black Produced by Audrey Sutherland x Prov Krivoshey, x Mikul Wing Logo design by Danyelle Sage | danyellesage.com Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 106 - oddCouple dynastypodcasts.com @dynastypodcasts Days before the release of his Liberation full length, Chicago producer and DJ oddCouple returns to Dynasty Podcasts. The artist reflects on his recent overseas trip with his Closed Sessions label mates, and speaks on the incredible year the CS artist roster has had. Recorded backstage at Chance The Rapper's Parade to the Polls event in Grant Park. Hosted by Jaime Black Produced by Dynasty Podcasts Audrey Sutherland x Ingrid Lejins x Prov Krivoshey x Julia Johanek x Madison Keenan x Briana Eden Logo design by Danyelle Sage | danyellesage.com Web Design by Marcus Carter Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 127 - Alex Fruchter (Closed Sessions) dynastypodcasts.com @dynastypodcasts Longtime Dynasty Podcasts guest and peer Alex Fruchter of Closed Sessions returns to the program, following his last interview at SXSW 2016. Fruchter delves into the team dynamic of the Closed Sessions artist roster, as well as the vision he shares with CS co-founder Mike Kolar. The label founder also speaks on the growth of Chicago's music scene over the last decade, and the challenges that come with being a documentarian of the city's music culture. Finally, Fruchter reflects on his work as an instructor at Columbia College, recalling the notable talents who have that have taken his classes, including Saba, Thelonious Martin, and Lili K. Hosted by Jaime Black Produced by Dynasty Podcasts Audrey Sutherland x Ingrid Lejins x Julia Johanek x Madison Keenan x Briana Eden Logo design by Danyelle Sage | danyellesage.com Web Design by Marcus Carter Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 011 - Kweku Collins dynastypodcasts.com @dynastypodcasts Kweku Collins is an MC from Chicago working with hometown indie hip hop label Closed Sessions. On his solo Dynasty Podcasts debut, the artist discusses working with Closed Sessions and approaching his craft as an adult, in addition to sharing details about his forthcoming full length, Nat Love. Collins also shares his ideal list of Chicago collaborators, including Saba and Chance The Rapper, and details his past work with Louder Than A Bomb. Broadcast live on Sunday, January 17th as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative. Logo design by Danyelle Sage | danyellesage.com Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

After signing to Chicago-based label Closed Sessions last year, Milwaukee rapper WebsterX has delivered his full-length debut, Daymares. The 15-track project is a deeply personal dive into the rapper’s psyche, as he wrestles with his doubts and fears, but, ultimately, provides glimmers of hope throughout. The cohesive effort centers around Milwaukee, and WebsterX enlists production from budding hometown talent like Q the Sun and oddCouple to help him soundtrack his journey up to this point. “Daymares is an accumulation of my life from years 2013-2017, the whole road of this WebsterX thing,” he explained to The FADER over email. “A rollercoaster of ups and downs that got me to this point, the insane experiences I’ve been able to be a part of with my friends by pursuing art, and my rise in my home city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and beyond.” ~The Fader