It's been a minute, Sound Nation has been on a pause but we are back. And we are back with a BANG. Starting us off is an interview with the amazing DJ/Producer Draconraze. We shall be talking about how one drunken night turned into a passion for production. To end the episode Dracon will premier his podcast mixing series called In the Rave.

The world has moved to cloud-based streaming services which more or less minimized piracy the music industry had faced during the beginning of the century. Apps like Spotify, Apple music, etc are in the process of accomplishing the impossible — making people pay for music. In this story, let’s take a walk down the memory lane to see how MP3 technology has changed the music industry for good.

On Todays episode, Chacha reviews the latest album from rapper Kahu$h.

It's 30 years since the development of technology that allowed synthesisers and drum machines to be connected to computers - and since then MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) has revolutionised the world of music recording.

Grime is a genre of electronic music that emerged in London in the early 2000s. It developed out of earlier UK dance style UK garage, and draws influences from jungle, dancehall, and hip hop. Grime is now becoming a popular genre and taking over the waves internationally and with that being said… On today’s episodes we shall take a look at three artists that are blowing up the UK grime scene. First we shall start off with Birminghams very own, Dutchavelli.

On today's episode of evolutions of music, we’ll take a look at the history of sampling, break down some of the misconceptions of its intent and use, and examine the artists that have innovated in the art of sampling over the decades. Tracklist:  Revolution 9 by The Beatles  Amen Brothers by The Winstons Straight Outta Compton by N.W.A.  Futurama Theme Song  La Di Da Di by Dougie E Fresh & Slick Rick  Hypnotize by Notorious B.I.G.  We Can't Stop by Miley Cyrus

Today we shall look at three artists that have a similar sound pallet and better yet they have worked together extensively. To end the show, we shall review the latest Kali Uchis album but first let's start with the famous band that follows Anderson Paak everywhere and all throughout his shows. Tracklist:  Beauty & Essex by Free Nationals ft. Daniel Caesar Come Down by Anderson .Paak  Jet Black by Anderson .Paak ft. Brandy  Bubblin by Anderson .Paak  Cut em in by Anderson .Paak ft. Rick Ross Tyrant by Kali Uchis  I want war (But I need peace) by Kali Uchis  Nuestro Planeta by Kali Uchis ft. Reykon ¡aquí yo mando! by Kali Uchis & Rico Nasty fue mejor by Kali Uchis & PARTYNEXTDOOR

A few years ago no one wanted to be called a “SoundCloud rapper.” The free platform for streaming and uploading music was associated with broke-ass rappers with dreams of hip-hop stardom. But with its low barrier to entry, more and more unsigned artists took to SoundCloud, where they didn’t need a record label or distributor to be heard like they did on major streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify. This up-and-coming generation also rejected the mixtape hosting powerhouses of the early 2000s, like DatPiff and LiveMixtapes, that refused to adapt their one-song-at-a-time release preferences. An emerging class of artists reacting to a changing music industry, these artists took control of their own destinies, releasing their own music on SoundCloud, succeeding at a pace that the traditional music industry couldn’t keep up with. Tracklist:  Don't by Bryson Tiller The Race by Tay K

On this season of Sound Nation, we shall continue with the main segments from season 1. Every Tuesday we shall get into the evolutions of music and it's culture. Instead of getting an episode of one artist spotlight, on Thursday you shall receive a collection of artists that have similar sounds. Every once in a while we shall get to interview producers, rappers, singers and much more to talk about their influences and how they think about the music scene. Last but not least, Straight Outta the 254 segment will come at you once a month, and you already know what we shall be showcasing.

On Today's episode, Nen interviews upcoming rapper from Mombasa, Kenya Lil Shakes  Tracklist:  I'm Lit (24/7) by Lil Shakes

Today's episode is dedicated to my collegue Mary as she is expecting her first child. She had been playing "Duduke" on repeat and I saw it fit to do an episode on the beautiful singer/songwriter Simi. More life to your little bambino.  Tracklist:  Jericho by Simi ft. Patoranking  There For You by Simi ft. Ms. Banks  Duduke by Simi  Loving You by Simi

Today's episode had been highly requested by a listener. It is none other than Nigerian singer/songwriter Tems. We take a look into Tem's life and also review her short EP For Broken Ears. Tracklist:  Essence by Wizkid ft. Tems  Damages by Tems  Try Me by Tems Interference by Tems

On today's episode, we shall highlight the sultry contemporary R&B and hip-hop styles, non-commercial dubstep, funk carioca, and downtempo electronica DJ/Producer Sango.  Tracklist:  Ritmo Coco by Juls & Sango  Sango Mix

On today's episode we shall delve into UK Grime artist born to a father from Trinidad & Tobago and a mother who's a Welsh drum and bass DJ, AJ Tracey.  Tracklist:  Dinner Guest by AJ Tracey ft. MoStack  West Ten by AJ Tracey ft. Mabel  Quarterback by AJ Tracey  Alakazam by AJ Tracey ft. JME & Denzel Curry 

On today's episode, we shall look at Aluna both being a part of electronic duo AlunaGeorge up until her eventual break off to fly solo and charter a new path with her debut album Rennaisance.  Tracklist:  I'm in Control by AlunaGeorge ft. Popcaan  You know You like it by AlunaGeorge (Dj Snake Remix)  White Noise by Disclosure ft. AlunaGeorge  Your Drums, Your Love by AlunaGeorge  Supernatural by AlunaGeorge (Pomo Remix)  Warrior by Aluna ft SG Lewis  Envious by Aluna

On Today’s episode we shall take a look at the musical style and swagger of French artist Dadju. Tracklist:  Bobo au coeur by Dadju  Nous avec DAVIDO by Dadju  Donne-moi l'accord avec Burna Boy by Dadju  Amour Toxic by Dadju  Please avec TAYC by Dadju

Its Thursday, so you know who this is! Its me Nen back again! Are you as excited for the holidays as I am? With that in mind, I know the perfect person to shine a spotlight on as the Christmas season is upon us. It is none other than the multitalented and multifaceted, Frank Sinatra. Tracklist:  Luck Be A Lady by Frank Sinatra  Let it Snow by Frank Sinatra  I've Got You Under My Skin by Frank Sinatra  (Love is) The Tender Trap by Frank Sinatra

On today's episode, Chacha interviews producer and DJ BornOnSunday and they talk about the price of fame, the various music they grew up listening to and other music related things. At the end of the show BornOnSunday graces us with an Amapiano mix in the first installment of the Sound Nation Essential Mix.  Tracklist:  My First Song by Jay Z We Are All In This Together by High School Musical Cast  Memories by David Guetta ft, Kid Cudi

This episode was long overdue. He is not only one of my favorite producers but he is someone I have followed from when he was making beats under a different pseudonym to him having a grammy nomination. It is none other than the man and the legendary, Kaytranada. Tracklist:  The Recipe by Aluna & Kaytranada ft.Rema  January by Disclosure (Kaytranada Edition)  Vivid Dreams by Kaytranada  Freefall by Kaytranada

Its Nen! I am back again on our 20th episode! I know you missed me but I shall be here once a week to showcase my favorite artisits. On today’s episode, I shall discuss arguably German’s most famous electro producer and dj Zedd. Tracklist:  Clarity ft. Foxes by Zedd Stay the Night ft. Gemma Hayes by Zedd  Inside Out ft. Griff by Zedd  Good Thing ft. Kehlani by Zedd  Stay ft. Alessia Cara by Zedd