WOTS Version 134 with Allison and Carlos Tulloss

Today on the podcast we get together with Allison and Carlos Tulloss of Screens.  We talked about how they met, how the band formed, and what crystal skully music is. We also talked about the culture of the electronic and rock communities, the filters people listen to music through, and using visuals during live performances.   I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

Featured music:
"Otter Pops" by Screens off The Hooded Pink Falcon
"Night Controler" by Screens off The Hooded Pink Falcon

Learn more here: http://www.screenstheband.com/

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WOTS Version 133 with Dallen & Silas

Today on the podcast we get to talk to Dallen & Silas.  We met up with Dallen & Silas at Silas's day job in Tacoma, WA.  They tell us all about the music they are creating, how they formed, the philosophy around their name, and what outlets they are designing their sets for. We also talked about the goals they hope to achieve through music, shifting thinking around how to support and we get caught up with Silas and what's happening with Strive Creative Coalition. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

Featured music:
"Ice Cream" by Dallen & Silas
"Hang Time" by Dallen & Silas

Learn more here: https://www.dallenandsilas.com/

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WOTS Version 132 with Ahren Lanfor

Today on the podcast we talk to Ahren Lanfor.  Ahren and I got together in his studio inside Hush studio in Tacoma WA.  We talked about what got Ahren into producing and engineering, what his approach to working with bands is and some of his goals as a producer.  We also talked about the culture of Tacoma vs. Seattle, his involvement with Real Art Tacoma, and a little about what got him into music. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

Featured Music:
"Tretment Plan" by Counter/Balance off newbrighton + Counter​/​Balance Split EP
"Brave Page" by newbrighton off newbrighton + Counter​/​Balance Split EP
"With The Wind Upon My Face" by Of Sleep off Earth And Dust

Learn more here: http://www.ahrenlanfor.com/

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WOTS Version 131 with Robin Fairbanks

Today on the podcast we have Robin Fairbanks. Robin and I got together and talked a lot of the behind the scenes ideas to consider when in a band.  We talked about her experience managing for bands including Fox and the Law and drops her knowledge on best practices for working with a manager and how to manage yourself until the time comes when someone will work with you. We also got some back story on Robin and the many fields of the industry she has worked in including being a standup comedian and writing for SMI Seattle music Insider.  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

Featured Music:
"Drive You Home" by Bradford Loomis off Bravery and the Bell
"Go Slow" by The Hollers off The Hollers

Learn more here: https://seattlemusicinsider.com/author/rockinrobin/
 
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"Success In Seattle Music Pt. 1 - The 4 Types"  https://youtu.be/pigyehPwMaQ

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WOTS Version 130 with Michael Gill and Andrew Ginn

Today on the podcast we have Michael Gill and Andrew Ginn.  They tell us about Plus One Presents, booking in Missoula Montana,  working with the W hotel, and booking for the Central Tavern.  We also talked about Andrews band Colorworks and we got in on working with the Upstream Music Festival. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

Featured Music:
"Daydreams" by Colorworks off Dreams of Mangoes
"Tamarack" by Tiny Plastic Stars

Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/plusonepresents/
 
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WOTS Version 129 with Ten Miles Wide

Today on the Podcast we have Ten Miles Wide.  John Beckman, Ryan Thornes, Will Andrews, Jake Carden and I sat down before their show at Studio Seven to talk music.  We talk how they feel they fit in the Seattle music scene, we talked about their tour kick of show and we broke down the recording.  We also got a brief recap of how the band formed and the addition of Jake.  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

Featured Music:

"The Gross" by Ten Miles Wide off The Gross

"The  Mothership" by Ten Miles Wide off The Gross

"Gotta Go" by Ten Miles Wide off The Gross

Learn more here: http://www.tenmileswideband.com/
 
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 Alexander Thomas: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AlexanderThomas2015

WOTS Version 128 with Seattle DJ Academy

Today on the podcast we have Seattle DJ Academy. I sat down with Eva, Shane, Evan and Avory and talked all about the academy, we talked how this group of people came together to create the current incarnation of the academy and what inspired Eva to begin the academy in the first place.  We also talked about what students can expect when joining the academy, fostering an environment of creativity, support and impact, and what is to come for the academy.  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

Featured Music:

"CrouchCast Year End 2016 Remastered" by Shane Vander Vos

Learn more here: http://seattledjacademy.com/
 
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 Alexander Thomas: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AlexanderThomas2015