MBP #180 Rob Talbott
The Mr. Bill Podcast
Today’s guest on The Mr. Bill Podcast is Rob Talbott of Dodge & Fuski and co-founder of Disciple. Rob’s been producing since the early 2000s and came up during the early UK dubstep era, back when scenes were small, MySpace was the main discovery tool, and nothing happened overnight. Dodge & Fuski was a key part of that moment, and Disciple went on to become home to a generation of artists who grew into long-term careers. We talk about when music stopped being a hobby and started feeling like a job, what it was really like coming up before modern social media, and how slow and...
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MBP #179 Brad Sweet
The Mr. Bill Podcast
Brad Sweet is the co-founder and CEO of Same Same But Different Music Festival and Same Same Presents. With a background as a musician and producer, Brad's understanding of the industry has fueled the growth of Same Same But Different from a 400-person gathering to 7,500 daily campers in under five years. This achievement was recognized with a nomination for Best Emerging Festival by X-Live and winning Best New Festival by USA Today. Brad's approach to festival organization is rooted in empowering passionate, creative individuals with the tools to build and create with as little restrictions...
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MBP #178 FUNILAB
The Mr. Bill Podcast
Simone 'Funi' Fougnier is a visual artist from Northern Italy, built a 15-year career in the music industry, collaborating with icons like Deadmau5 and Anderson Paak as an illustrator, designer, and motion artist. In 2019, Fougnier co-founded Studio Syro to pioneer unexplored artistic mediums. This vision birthed 'Tales from Soda Island,' an award winning VR animated series for Meta, where Fougnier served as writer, designer, and director. As the field of VR evolves, Funi consistently explores its untapped artistic potential with a host of fresh, immersive projects underway. His last project,...
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MBP #177 Opiuo
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Opiuo is a genre-bending plethora of auditory and visual masterclasses. Born in 1984 in rural New Zealand, his parents provided the land upon which music festivals were held. This extremely formative growth surrounded by the early incarnations of Aotearoa’s electronic music scene exposed him to the celebration of life through self-expression, dance, and giant sound systems. These experiences shaped so much of who he is & what he stands for today. Positivity and movement at the core of the project, his music is an infectious electronic based blend of funk, soul, psychedelia, and...
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MBP #176 Justin Frankel
The Mr. Bill Podcast
Justin Frankel is a programmer, musician, and human being. In this conversation, Justin, the creator of Winamp and Reaper, shares his journey through programming, the evolution of his software, and the philosophy behind his work. He discusses the challenges of working under AOL, the artistry involved in software development, and the unique pricing model of Reaper. Justin also reflects on the future of AI in music and the importance of human connection in art.
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MBP #175 Supertask, Michael Schnebly + Landry Bulls
The Mr. Bill Podcast
In this conversation, this research team discusses their innovative project that combines social cognition, crowd dynamics, and machine learning. They explore how to utilize body tracking technology and infrared cameras to gather data on audience behavior during live performances. The team aims to understand the relationship between crowd dynamics and environmental factors, ultimately seeking to predict crowd behavior and enhance audience engagement. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of extracting data from crowd dynamics, particularly in the context of music...
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MBP #174 Andrew Simper
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Andrew develops some of the world's most advanced analog modelling audio algorithms, releasing these as plugins through his own company Cytomic, and licensing technology to industry leading developers like Ableton (Live, Move, Push), and Xfer Records (Serum). Summary In this conversation, Bill Day and Andy Simper delve into the intricacies of audio programming, DSP algorithms, and the evolution of music production tools. They discuss the challenges faced in hardware development, the early days of VST plugins, and the impact of the Glue compressor on Ableton's EQ8. The conversation also...
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MBP #173 PhaseOne
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Hailing from Sydney, Australia, PhaseOne’s distinct sound (a unique blend of hard-hitting Bass Music infused with Metal) quickly found him a niche in the hardline EDM landscape. His music has been described as “a symphony of filth”, and boy are they not wrong. As a producer, guitarist, and songwriter PhaseOne expertly crafts a “metal meets electronic” sound that not only defies genres but has earned him multiple number 1s, and millions of streams globally. PhaseOne’s DJ performances bring unmatched energy to the stage; it’s a show he’s toured extensively in global markets...
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MBP #172 Skybreak
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Amidst the kaleidoscopic landscape of electronic music, Skyberak stands as a visionary architect of sound, masterfully weaving vibrant hues of color into the intricate fabric of bass music. With a signature style that defies convention, Skybreak's sonic creations explore the uncharted territories of Color Bass and Future Riddim, giving rise to a symphony of textures, emotions, and boundless creativity. Collaborations are a cornerstone of Skybreak's sonic voyage, serving as gateways to musical exploration and innovation. His creative energy flows seamlessly alongside artists such as Ace Aura,...
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MBP #171 Matt Xavier
The Mr. Bill Podcast
Matt Xavier is a full-time psychedelic guide, DJ, and mental health counselor whose remarkable career has spanned more than three decades at the intersection of music, healing, and expanded states of consciousness. In the early 1990s, Matt gained prominence as “Matthew Magic,” a pioneering force in New York City’s underground electronic music scene. As cofounder of Tsunami Productions, he introduced Psychedelic Trance to the North American East Coast and later founded the influential techno label Railyard Recordings. Throughout his tenure, he held DJ residencies in both New York and...
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Bio:
For those who love to experience music, look no further than Supertask. With deep roots in hip-hop and a focus towards immersion, Supertask creates sonic landscapes that dance between the intensity and stillness of the human consciousness. With a background in IT, Supertask frequently uses code and programming in his artistic vision, and the idea of infinity consumes his musical escapism offerings. A vision that his loyal community, the Dev Team, are directly involved in. Blending both analog and digital sound design, his unique approach has proven to be a driving force in the forward progression of electronic music. Through soundscapes that feel sentient, interactive live streams, and mind-bending visuals, Supertask is changing the way that we consume art.
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News:
Single Release: 4/21 Collaboration EP With "Seeded Vision" comes out this summer.
Show Takeaways:
Brain-computer interfaces have the potential to revolutionize music creation, but there are challenges to overcome, such as data transfer and the role of musical knowledge.
AI can be a useful tool in music production, from generating lyrics to providing information about plugins and audio files.
Creativity is subjective, and the definition of creativity can vary from person to person. AI can be creative in its ability to generate music, but a sense of ownership and sentimental value may be lacking.
Imperfections and randomness can add depth and authenticity to music production, and tools like Eurorack can provide unique sounds and experiences.
Language has limitations in expressing emotions in music, and the complexity of defining concepts like holes and chairs highlights the challenges of categorization.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:35 Understanding Supertask
04:08 AI and Music in the Subset of Noise
07:59 Human Resolution with Color and Sound
09:39 Resolution and Possibilities in Audio
11:04 The Perception of Music and Noise
12:08 Cultural Influence on Music Perception
13:20 The Universality of Music Perception
14:25 Microtonal Scales and Musical Perception
15:21 Exploring Microtonal Music
19:22 The Concept of Simulation Theory
25:10 The Possibility of Living in a Simulation
28:08 Exploring Music and Visual Art
29:27 Scripted Looping in Music Production
34:29 The Ego and Live Performances
36:15 The Challenge of Performing Live Electronic Music
37:38 The Limitations of Live Performances
37:39 The Role of Input Devices in Music Expression
38:24 Exploring the Potential of Brain-Computer Interfaces
39:05 Speculating on the Future of Music Creation
40:00 The Role of Musical Knowledge in Brain-Computer Interfaces
40:49 The Challenges of Data Transfer in Brain-Computer Interfaces
42:19 The Role of AI in Brain-Computer Interfaces
42:50 The Increasing Predictability of Human Behavior
45:01 Using AI in Music Production
47:16 The Usefulness of AI in Answering Questions and Providing Information
48:34 The Definition and Nature of Creativity
51:17 The Subjectivity of Intellectual Property and Creativity
52:09 Exploring Unreal Engine and its Potential in Music Visuals
53:18 The Potential Disruption of AI and Sora in the Film Industry
54:00 The Limitations of AI in Music Generation
57:52 The Importance of Imperfection in Music Production
58:18 Using Randomness and Mistakes in Sound Design
01:00:19 The Appeal of Eurorack and Imperfections in Music
01:02:41 The Sense of Ownership and Sentimental Value in Music
01:04:34 The Potential of AI in Music Creation
01:06:28 The Interactive and Symbiotic Nature of Music Production
01:09:04 The Difficulty of Expressing Authenticity Through AI
01:11:36 The Limitations of Language in Expressing Emotions in Music
01:12:02 The Complexity of Defining Concepts like Holes and Chairs
01:14:04 The Process vs. the Final Product in Music Creation
01:14:46 Future Plans and Projects