Go Produce

About this podcast

Powered by Prevail Media Group this podcast provides educational content in entertaining segments, all while pairing great minds together to dive into how people like musicians, educators, entrepreneurs, and so many more turn their passions into profit.

Go Produce

Episodes

Season 3
How Did You DISCOVER The World Of Music Supervision? | Dondrea Erauw | S3E25
This is Dondrea Erauw! She is a Music Supervisor with Instinct Entertainment. They are a Music Supervision, Licensing, and Creative Consultation company with offices in Toronto and LA. and they work with screen-based, filmed media producers & directors situated all around the world. She is a member of the Television Academy of Arts and Sciences and of the Guild of Music Supervisors. Born near Hamilton, ON, and educated in London, ON through the Music Industry Arts program at Fanshawe College which she believes to be the BEST program in the industry. From there she began her transition in Music Supervision and likes to look for Canadian artists to promote on the various projects that she is working on. Episode theme: How did the world of music supervision capture your heart? Have you ever even heard of Music Supervision? This is definitely not one of those commonly known jobs but how awesome would it be to place songs onto your favourite movies and shows? If you want to learn how to get your music placed in movies and television then this episode is for you! Thank you for joining us, Dondrea! A big thank you to Prevail Media Group for producing Go Produce. Thank you FACTOR Canada for funding part of this initiative. Do you want exclusive content? Check out our Patreon. Patreon is totally safe and allows creators and artists to earn a monthly income by providing exclusive rewards and perks to their members or Patrons. We have different tiers for membership set up with perks like exclusive content, mastermind sessions, and even access to our live guest interviews. Show Notes Watch on YouTube Follow on Instagram Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
March 3, 2021
50 min
How To THRIVE Musically On The Street & In Academia? | Dalton Higgins | S3E24
This is Dalton Higgins! He is a leading Toronto-based Public Relations Strategist & Publicist. He has authored six books, he is a Festival Producer, a National Magazine Award-winning Print Journalist, and TV/Radio/Podcast Personality. Dalton is also Ryerson University’s Music-Professional-in-Residence. This is a highly progressive program designed to elevate the Canadian Music Industry to new heights. His active roster includes clients that have won a wide range of awards and accolades including the Grammy Awards (USA, French, & Swedish), the BET Awards (USA), the Mercury Prize (UK), the Emmy Awards (USA), the Juno Awards (Canada), and more. When I asked him to put what he does at his PR Company as simply as possible he responded with this. Episode theme: What path led this lad from the streets of Eglinton Ave W, where Toronto hip hop was born, to the new Professional Music University Degree Program at Ryerson University? Come learn how Dalton Higgins PR has grown into the force that it is and how this lead to his position at Ryerson University. If you want to learn more about how you can build a lucrative career through public relations and as an author then this episode is for you! Thank you for joining us, Dalton! A big thank you to Prevail Media Group for producing Go Produce. Thank you FACTOR Canada for funding part of this initiative. Do you want exclusive content? Check out our Patreon. Patreon is totally safe and allows creators and artists to earn a monthly income by providing exclusive rewards and perks to their members or Patrons. We have different tiers for membership set up with perks like exclusive content, mastermind sessions, and even access to our live guest interviews. Show Notes Watch on YouTube Follow on Instagram Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
February 24, 2021
61 min
How To Create A Product To Then TOUR THE WORLD? | Fresh Kils | S3E23
This is Fresh Kils! He is a wizard on the MPC. From behind the boards to the stage, there's not a spot of ground Fresh Kils' prolific career hasn't touched. His prowess on the MPC has seen him share the stage with many big artists like Nas and Jessie Reyes as well as the best of the underground, winning over fans, and beat battle competitions, with his signature showmanship. The Toronto based Sound Battle Royale Champion, Goldie Awards Finalist, with multiple JUNO nominations and high profile collaborations and performances, still hasn't reached his ceiling. With momentum and accolades growing each year, Fresh Kils is poised for a sound system takeover unlike any we've seen in a long time. Episode theme: What are the steps to creating an innovative product that leads to touring the world for over 15 years? I can’t be the only one thinking that there is a surplus of artists out there who would love to figure out a way to break out from the crowd. If you want to learn how to build a career around MPCs then this episode is for you! Thank you for joining us, Fresh Kils! A big thank you to Prevail Media Group for producing Go Produce. Thank you FACTOR Canada for funding part of this initiative. Do you want exclusive content? Check out our Patreon. Patreon is totally safe and allows creators and artists to earn a monthly income by providing exclusive rewards and perks to their members or Patrons. We have different tiers for membership set up with perks like exclusive content, mastermind sessions, and even access to our live guest interviews. Show Notes Watch on YouTube Follow on Instagram Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
February 17, 2021
59 min
The Future of MUSIC COMPOSITION & How Best To Adapt To It? | Jay Hodgson | S3E22
This is Jay Hodgson! He is an associate professor of Popular Music Studies at Western University, where he teaches courses on Songwriting and Modern Record Production. In 2006 he was awarded a Governor General’s Academic Gold Medal. Over his career, Jay has authored and edited numerous books on recording practice, published with, among others, Bloomsbury, Taylor & Francis, Continuum, Focal, Routledge, and Oxford University Press. Out of all the books that he has written, his most recent is the Second Edition of Understanding Records out with Bloomsbury. Episode theme: What does the future of music composition look like and how best to adapt to it? Do you ever wonder what is going to remain consistent and what you are going to have to change to thrive in this world? If you are curious about the future of music composition from an Associate Professor then this episode is for you! Thank you for joining us, Jay! A big thank you to Prevail Media Group for producing Go Produce. Thank you FACTOR Canada for funding part of this initiative. Do you want exclusive content? Check out our Patreon. Patreon is totally safe and allows creators and artists to earn a monthly income by providing exclusive rewards and perks to their members or Patrons. We have different tiers for membership set up with perks like exclusive content, mastermind sessions, and even access to our live guest interviews. Show Notes Watch on YouTube Follow on Instagram Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
February 10, 2021
69 min
The FUTURE of Indigenous Music in Canada | Alan Greyeyes | S3E21
This is Alan Greyeyes. He owns and operates the artist and project management firm Ogichidaa Arts, he produces the sākihiwē festival, and volunteers on the Board of Directors for the Polaris Music Prize, the Indigenous Steering Committee for the National Music Centre, and the Rap and Indigenous Category Committees for the JUNO Awards. He has 13 years of experience at Manitoba Music where he learned a lot of the skills required to do what he does. His time there was also monumental for developing his community as he continued his networking efforts. We even got to hear about the time that he got the chance to meet and talk to Susan Aglukark. Episode theme: Where is the future of Indigenous Music going and where did it come from? In this conversation, we got to dive into the kinds of struggles that Indigenous artists are facing and how some of them are being addressed. If you are curious to learn more about how the Indigenous Music Community is thriving and how you can help support then this episode is for you! Watch HERE. Thank you for joining us, Alan! A big thank you to Prevail Media Group for producing Go Produce. Thank you FACTOR Canada for funding part of this initiative. Do you want exclusive content? Check out our Patreon. Patreon is totally safe and allows creators and artists to earn a monthly income by providing exclusive rewards and perks to their members or Patrons. We have different tiers for membership set up with perks like exclusive content, mastermind sessions, and even access to our live guest interviews. Show Notes Watch on YouTube Follow on Instagram Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
February 3, 2021
50 min
How Do You Hear What TRAINED EARS Don't Hear? | Tokyo Speirs | S3E20
This is Tokyo Speirs! He is the Mix Engineer and one of the hired musicians for Walk Off The Earth, a Canadian indie pop band from Burlington, Ontario. The group is known for its music videos of covers and originals. He does production, mixing, recording, and songwriting. He has the ability to hear things that you would not pick up on unless you are incredibly trained. Despite growing up as a fan of music, he didn’t always consider pursuing a career in the music industry. Episode theme: Musical and technical knowledge is a must. How do you hear what trained ears don’t hear as an artist? Come learn how Tokyo has developed his ear so well that it got him working with Walk Off The Earth. If you want to know how this engineer helps his team consistently release viral cover songs then this episode is for you! Watch HERE. Thank you for joining us, Tokyo! You’re our Best Friendgineer. A big thank you to Prevail Media Group for producing Go Produce. Thank you FACTOR Canada for funding part of this initiative. Do you want exclusive content? Check out our Patreon. Patreon is totally safe and allows creators and artists to earn a monthly income by providing exclusive rewards and perks to their members or Patrons. We have different tiers for membership set up with perks like exclusive content, mastermind sessions, and even access to our live guest interviews. Show Notes Watch on YouTube Follow on Instagram Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
January 27, 2021
54 min
Season 2
How To Get BOOKED At A Music Festival | Mercedes Caxaj | Go Produce S2E19
In this episode, we've got Mercedes Caxaj, an intelligent and charismatic human who carries an intense passion for languages, culture, and music. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: How do you describe what a prime artist candidate is for an event? If you are interested in learning how you can profit from music in more ways than just money then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
December 23, 2020
56 min
How To Begin TOURING Internationally | Jay Westman | Go Produce S2E18
In this episode, we’ve got Jay Westman, who is now a family man with over 20 years of drumming experience which has taken him on tours across Canada, Australia, Japan, and the US. His old band ‘The Weekend from the 1990s sold a song to Disney for the movie Freaky Friday from the 2000s. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: What is the process that you went through developing as an artist? Broken down step by step. If you want to know what it’s like to tour internationally or you want to learn more about life after doing so then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
December 16, 2020
54 min
CREATE a Music Festival In Your 20s | Gabriel Mattacchione | Go Produce S2E17
In this episode, we’ve got Gabriel Mattacchione, a person that does not beat around the bush and who in his twenties is making waves in the major festival scene. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: How do you build a successful event from the ground up - The Ever After Music Festival version. If you think you’re too young to do anything then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
December 9, 2020
48 min
EMPOWERING Children's Mental Health With Music | Saidat Abari-Vandenberg | Go Produce S2E16
In this episode, we’ve got Saidat Abari-Vandenberg, a children’s entertainer who uses music, dance, and drama to convey a message that one person can make a difference and together we can change the world. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: What are the relationship between music, children, and mental health? If you are looking for some motivation and for tips on how to get up and go then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
December 2, 2020
60 min
Grow Festival ATTENDANCE by 2000% | Ali Shafaee | Go Produce S2E15
In this episode, we've got Ali Shafaee, a human on many missions who is also one of the people behind Escapade music festival, Metro Metro music festival, and more. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: What makes an event successful and what are the driving forces that maintain them? If you are interested in promoting and hosting events then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
November 25, 2020
55 min
Find Talented TALENT For Your Festivals | Brad Jones | Go Produce S2E14
In this episode, we’ve got Brad Jones, a diligent and passionate person who is very familiar with hosting successful music festivals while keeping local charities in mind. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: How do you go about finding the right talent for your festivals and what challenges have you encountered with this? If you are curious to hear how a 90-year old entertainment group keeps the party going then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
November 18, 2020
46 min
Plan For The UNEXPECTED At Events | Demetri Manuel | Go Produce S1E13
In this episode, we’ve got Demetri Manual, someone that constantly keeps the show going whether it’s at a venue or at a festival. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: How do you execute a successful event despite both expected and unexpected hurdles? If you like the idea of promoting events or plan on attending events as a guest then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
November 11, 2020
49 min
TRANSITION From Artist To Manager | Gerry Rozo | Go Produce S2E12
In this episode, we’ve got Gerry Rozo, a story-teller, a caring father, and a human on a mission who is full of surprises. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: How did you transition from being a successful artist to being a highly motivated manager? If you struggle to balance music with the rest of your life then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
November 4, 2020
65 min
Career INSIGHTS From A Pop Producer | Nygel Asselin | Go Produce S2E1
In this episode, we’ve got Nygel Asselin, a stellar songwriter, a productive producer, and a friendly face who knows - simply said. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: How do you build a career as a producer within the music industry? If you can appreciate the required hustle to build brick by brick then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
October 28, 2020
58 min
Season 2 Wrap Up Summary
That's a wrap on our second season of #GoProduce! Thank you to everyone who has tuned in and supported our journey on this podcast so far. Stay tuned for the release of season three, coming to you live on January 27th, 2021! Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
December 30, 2020
3 min
Season 1
Season 1 Wrap Up Summary
That's a wrap on our first season of #GoProduce! Thank you to everyone who has tuned in and supported our journey on this podcast so far. Stay tuned for the release of season two, coming to you live on October 28th, 2020. Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
October 7, 2020
3 min
Songwriting Process For DUMMIES | Dajaun Martineau | Go Produce S1E10
In this episode, we've got Dajaun Martineau, an entrepreneur, a slick songwriter, and a popping producer, who is able to work cohesively with many genres. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: How do you describe the entire songwriting process so that anyone can understand it? If you ever thought of writing a song or wondered how do other people write songs then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
September 30, 2020
75 min
How To Be A Road Warrior (ROADIE) | Bungie | Go Produce S1E9
In this episode, we've got Steven Kovacs aka Bungie, a mad scientist equivalent but with guitars. The #GoProduce focus of this episode is: What does it take to be the best on the road? If you've wondered what it’s like to go touring as an instrument technician and what some of the struggles that you may encounter are while touring then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
September 23, 2020
63 min
From PROMOTER to OWNER | Derek Hsiung | Go Produce S1E8
In this episode, we’ve got Derek Hsiung, a DJ with drive who does major festival work on top of keeping nightlife in London, ON popping! The Go Produce focus of this episode is: How do you remain relevant in a student town over an extended period of time while continuing to enjoy the process? If you go out to bars, clubs, restaurants, or festivals then this episode is for you! Show Notes: goproduce.ca/shownotes Watch: youtube.com/channel/UCp6I_syggKFbABy_PbXv3uQ Follow: instagram.com/go.produce Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goproduce)
September 16, 2020
78 min

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Go Produce

Episodes

How Did You DISCOVER The World Of Music Supervision? | Dondrea Erauw | S3E25

How To THRIVE Musically On The Street & In Academia? | Dalton Higgins | S3E24

How To Create A Product To Then TOUR THE WORLD? | Fresh Kils | S3E23

The Future of MUSIC COMPOSITION & How Best To Adapt To It? | Jay Hodgson | S3E22

The FUTURE of Indigenous Music in Canada | Alan Greyeyes | S3E21

How Do You Hear What TRAINED EARS Don't Hear? | Tokyo Speirs | S3E20

How To Get BOOKED At A Music Festival | Mercedes Caxaj | Go Produce S2E19

How To Begin TOURING Internationally | Jay Westman | Go Produce S2E18

CREATE a Music Festival In Your 20s | Gabriel Mattacchione | Go Produce S2E17

EMPOWERING Children's Mental Health With Music | Saidat Abari-Vandenberg | Go Produce S2E16

Grow Festival ATTENDANCE by 2000% | Ali Shafaee | Go Produce S2E15

Find Talented TALENT For Your Festivals | Brad Jones | Go Produce S2E14

Plan For The UNEXPECTED At Events | Demetri Manuel | Go Produce S1E13

TRANSITION From Artist To Manager | Gerry Rozo | Go Produce S2E12

Career INSIGHTS From A Pop Producer | Nygel Asselin | Go Produce S2E1

Season 2 Wrap Up Summary

Season 1 Wrap Up Summary

Songwriting Process For DUMMIES | Dajaun Martineau | Go Produce S1E10

How To Be A Road Warrior (ROADIE) | Bungie | Go Produce S1E9

From PROMOTER to OWNER | Derek Hsiung | Go Produce S1E8