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House Music Connection

House Music Connection

Written by: Tony Fuel
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 Welcome to the House Music Connection podcast - hosted by Tony Fuel. Each week you'll feel more connected to the house music community as you hear Tony Fuel and other house music producers and DJs discuss their stories and offer their perspectives. Topics include:
-- How producers and DJs got their start
-- The state of the music industry today
-- Traxsource and Beatport charts
-- Mindset and staying motivated
-- Scene politics
-- And more

The styles of podcast guests include deep house, soulful house, funky house, jackin' house, garage house, and tech house. Music
Episodes
  • Why I Started the House Music Connection Podcast, Ep. 1

    Why I Started the House Music Connection Podcast, Ep. 1
    Nov 30 2023
    Welcome to first Episode of House Music Connection, where the journey begins! In this episode, Tony Fuel dives deep into the roots of this podcast, exploring the why behind its creation He delves into the format: one-on-one conversations with various house music artists and occasionally some shorter episodes where Tony Fuel shares thoughts on mindset, success, the music industry, and culture.Tony explains the reasons behind the podcast, including the desire to offer something different in the underground house music scene and foster a community that learns and grows together. Gain a deeper connection to the global community of house music lovers.To claim your free Release Roadmap, visit tonyfuel.com/roadmap.
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    11 mins
  • Knox: 25 Years of Soulful House, Ep. 2

    Knox: 25 Years of Soulful House, Ep. 2
    Jan 8 2024
    Download my free Release Roadmap to clear your mind space for greater creativity.Knox’s Links:https://www.traxsource.com/artist/88973/knox?ipp=100https://www.instagram.com/stories/knoxhousemusic/https://www.facebook.com/KnoxHouseMusichttps://d3ep.com/dj/knoxSummaryIn this conversation hosted by Tony Fuel, Graham (Knox) discusses his journey in the music industry, from his early beginnings as a DJ and producer to his current success. Knox shares his experiences of meeting influential figures in the industry and the impact they had on his career. Graham emphasizes the importance of mentoring and the value of having someone guide and teach you. He also talks about the challenges of releasing music on different labels and the satisfaction of starting his own label, KHM. Graham concludes by expressing his excitement for the future and his commitment to helping other artists. In this conversation, Tony Fuel and Graham discuss the impact of social media on audience growth, the importance of community and radio shows, the challenges of balancing DJing, production, and content creation, the competition and evolution of dance music, the thriving underground house music scene, the challenges of playing out and future plans, dream gigs, and where to find more about Knox. They emphasize the importance of persistence and longevity in the music industry.TakeawaysMentoring and learning from experienced professionals is crucial for growth as a producer.Training your ear and constantly listening to different genres of music helps develop your skills as a producer.Creating a supportive and collaborative community is essential in the house music industry.Starting your own label allows for creative freedom and control over your music.Paying it forward and helping other artists can lead to personal and professional growth. Social media metrics like Instagram likes and follows don't necessarily reflect the depth of an artist's connection with their audience.Radio shows like d3ep.com provide a strong sense of community and support for artists in the underground music scene.Balancing DJing, production, and content creation can be challenging, and finding the right balance is crucial.The dance music industry is competitive, but technology has leveled the playing field, allowing artists to compete with bigger entities.The underground house music scene continues to thrive, and it requires active exploration to discover new talent and tracks.Playing out and performing live is a dream for many artists, but it can be challenging to find the right opportunities.Persistence and longevity are key in the music industry, and artists should focus on their passion and love for the music.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Jon Manley: 9 Years of D3ep Radio Network, Ep. 3

    Jon Manley: 9 Years of D3ep Radio Network, Ep. 3
    Jan 8 2024
    Download my free Release RoadmapJON MANLEY LINKShttps://d3ep.com/dj/jon-manleyhttps://www.instagram.com/jonmanleyd3ep/https://www.facebook.com/jon.manley.77SUMMARYIn this podcast episode, Tony Fuel interviews Jon Manley, host of the Houseworx radio show on D3ep Radio Network. They discuss Jon's journey into house music, the importance of community in the music scene, and the challenges of balancing work, family, and the radio show. Jon shares his love for house and garage music and talks about the genesis of D3ep.com. He also offers advice for up-and-coming DJs and discusses the changing landscape of music. TAKEAWAYSHouse music provides a sense of community and support for both listeners and DJs.Balancing work, family, and a radio show requires good time management and a love for the music.Finding new tracks can be overwhelming, but platforms like Traxsource and Bandcamp can help curate and discover quality music.A good track is one that evokes emotion and has elements like a catchy vocal hook, uplifting melodies, and a solid bassline.The future of D3ep.com and the Houseworx radio show looks promising, with plans for more guest mixes and potential live events.
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    36 mins
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