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We’re joined by our pal Ollie Joseph. He shares his perspective on building a career as an independent artist. We covered topics like how to build your own infrastructure / systems, staying consistent and maintaining relationships. Plenty of laughs were shared, but hopefully some gems were dropped too. Go follow Big Haus if you don’t already. 00:00 Introducing Our Guest: Ollie Joseph, aka Big Haus 09:01 Navigating the Music Industry and Personal Growth 17:56 Building Relationships and Finding Like-Minded Individuals 29:20 The Challenge of Finding a Unique Sound 39:44 The Value of Catalog Building 52:16 The Role of Songwriters 01:03:00 Attention to Detail: How Small Things Matter 01:09:59 Acting on Opportunities: The Power of Timeliness 01:16:01 Catch Us All On The Road! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Adam Yokum discusses the inspiration, themes, and creative process behind his new album 'Water Your Roots'. He shares insights into his artistic journey, the significance of the album's title, and the strategic approach to its production and rollout, offering valuable lessons for aspiring musicians and fans alike. 02:03 The Concept Behind 'Water Your Roots' 13:58 Merch Ideas and Album Rollout 17:56 Tour Excitement and Team Dynamics 25:53 Creative Freedom Post-Album 31:00 The Birth of 'Water Your Roots' 45:32 New song called 'Universal Sound' Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"The fellas are joined by their 1st guest: Abstract, a close friend and incredible artist. He provided some homework; a youtube video that he recently watched about the potential renaissance around the corner. This convo was centered around the impact of AI on creativity, the importance of authenticity in art, and the challenges artists face in the post-COVID landscape. Abstract shares his insights on navigating the music industry through his lens and how he’s adapting to new challenges along the way.

00:00 Welcoming Abstract to the show
02:38 Exploring Optimism in Uncertain Times
06:09 The Role of AI in Creativity
11:59 The Evolution of Art and Authenticity
19:03 Navigating the Post-COVID Creative Landscape
30:40 Expectations and Artistic Integrity
39:54 The Balance of Quality and Quantity in Content Creation
47:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Outlook" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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"In this episode, Dylan and Adam discuss the gap between an artist's taste and their output, including their own. They explore the significance of being hyper intentional about vocal delivery, production, etc. The conversation highlights the balance between being overly critical and trusting one's instincts, ultimately encouraging artists to strive for excellence and continuous improvement in their craft.

00:00 The Gap Between Taste and Output
02:58 Intentionality in Artistry
06:00 Having A Clear Vision
12:12 Balancing Perfection and Authenticity
17:54 Owning Your Creative Space
26:54 Striving for Excellence in Performance
37:23 Pinpointing Inspiration and Defining Your Sound
40:57 Self-Awareness Will Take You Far
43:35 All Of This Can Apply To Presentation As Well" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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"Dylan and Adam are both on tour in January! Dylan Reese is co-headlining with Ollie Joseph and Adam Yokum is opening for gavn! The boys share their expectations and some insight on the importance of putting together a great live show. They reflect on their experiences, the significance of building community through shows, and the realities of ticket sales. The conversation also delves into strategies for artists looking to tour. Hopefully there are some gems on ways to add real VALUE, and some other applicable tips.

03:07 Plugging Our Tour Dates
11:56 The Emotional Connection of Live Music
17:48 Adam’s First Headline
21:03 The Reality of Selling Tickets
26:52 How To Get On Tour By Adding Value
36:06 The Importance of Being a Good Hang
42:10 Final Thoughts on DIY Touring" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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"Adam doesn’t know much about pop culture, in the best way. He’s just in his own world. On this episode, the boys share some stories about their friendship, and some humorous anecdotes, particularly Adam's surprising lack of knowledge about Justin Timberlake. They delve into Adam's upbringing in a small town, discussing how it shaped his worldview and artistic journey. This leads to both artists reflect on their own paths - how/why they got into music. One of our favorite episodes so far! Please let us know what you think.

01:17 The Justin Timberlake Revelation
09:57 Adam’s Overall Lack of Pop Culture Awareness
20:06 Adam’s childhood and Upbringing
30:33 Curiosity Beyond the Bubble of WV
36:10 Stan Yokum
40:40 Dylan Was Dropping Heaters On Myspace
52:23 It Wasn’t All For Nothing" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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"Dylan and Adam discuss the significance of merchandise for music artists, exploring its role in branding, revenue generation, and fan connection. This stems from Dylan’s response to a post he saw on Instagram stating “Making Merch Is A Waste Of Time”. The boys share personal experiences with making merch - emphasizing the importance of quality and design, and how mistakes can lead to valuable lessons. The conversation also touches on setting goals for the upcoming year, both personally and professionally.

02:20 The Importance of Merchandise for Artists
10:32 Merch as a Revenue Stream for Touring Artists
15:58 Learning from Mistakes
24:04 The Value of Personal Connection at Shows
30:48 Merch as a Branding Tool
32:10 Setting Goals for 2026
36:45 Sneak Peak Of Next Episode’s Topic" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Dylan and Adam explore the intricacies of collaboration in the music industry. They discuss the importance of effective communication, building relationships, and being intentional. The duo shares insights on how to approach potential collaborators, the dynamics of working with producers and engineers while in the session, and the significance of handling business matters in a transparent way. If you’re an artist or producer, we hope there are some solid takeaways from this one! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Dylan and Adam take their first round of Mail Bag questions from the listeners - covering the hidden qualities that contribute to success as an artist, the importance of show etiquette, and the transition to full-time music careers. They emphasize the need for professionalism, the significance of investing in one's music, and the realities of financial management in the music industry. Egg nog was also involved.01:57 The Hidden Qualities of Artists06:46 Show Etiquette for Artists17:41 Transitioning to Full-Time Music29:37 Investing in Your Music Career Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Adam and Dylan discuss the importance of focusing on what truly matters in life and creativity, exploring the concept of 'signal vs. noise.' They share personal experiences and strategies for reducing distractions, being intentional with time, and maximizing creative output. The conversation also touches on the balance between personal life vs. professional growth & money vs convenience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Dylan and Adam discuss the purpose of their podcast, emphasizing the importance of connecting with their audience and sharing personal stories. They also prompted each other with a surprise question - which ended covering the meaning behind certain tattoos + the impact of college on their music careers.

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Welcome to Soundcheck. This episode was recorded with the intention to provide content / context for the release of "i will" - the last single from Dylan's album JIGSAW (releasing on 11/28/25). Adam is featured on the track and will be the 1st released collab from these two.

After recording this episode, talks of doing a podcast on a consistent basis formed - so here we are. Expect a new episode every Wednesday! Thanks for being here.

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A tree fell on Adam’s house! Everything is all good, but the boys talk about that eventful day. Dylan had some problems of his own due to his fridge shutting on and off. The fellas are in shambles. Meanwhile, Bam Adebayo dropped 83 points in a game somehow. This was a fun, loose, light-hearted episode. 00:00 Unexpected Events: A Tree Falls on Adam's House 04:53 Dylan's Fridge Troubles 14:58 Adam smashes plates in his free time 19:27 Bam Adebayo's Historic 83-Point Game 29:29 Fantasy Basketball League Updates That No One Asked For Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Dylan Reese chats with artist/friend JayRoddy about his journey balancing a 9-5 job with building his career in music. This Massachusetts native also wears multiple hats, specializing in visual content + graphic design. The fellas chat about staying consistent and share some stories about their individual come up. 01:15 How Dylan and Roddy Met 04:50 Discipline, Belief, and Progress Over Time 08:57 Working A Day Job 20:42 Early Music Releases 25:01 Planning A Cohesive Project 40:42 The Power of Consistent Content 45:06 Roddy’s Final Advice Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Adam & Dylan have a chat about how to stay inspired and battle burnout / writer’s block. The dance remix of Adam’s song “mountains” coming out on 3/13 gets announced! There’s also a huge thunderstorm going on in West Virginia and Adam is freaking out for most of this episode. He also thought that The Wizard Of Oz came out in 1997. 01:01 Announcing the 'Mountains” Dance Remix 02:06 The Freedom of Being Independent in Music 07:53 Staying Inspired and Recognizing Creative Pockets 22:50 The Joy of Making Music and Staying Playful 30:52 There’s A Thunderstorm in WV" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"In this episode, Adam gives an update about his recent trip to Nashville where he shot a music video with Vwillz, which went great. Adam then decides to present a handful of off the wall Tour concepts. Some went really well, others did not. Somehow the boys get into a convo about finding a really niche community, whether it be bird watching or trading cards. Let us know if anyone finds any Aaron Rodgers cards. 00:00 Feeling A Little Burnt Out 07:29 Adam’s Recent Nashville Trip 14:56 Off The Wall Tour Concepts / Names 28:13 Everyone Should Watch The Documentary Called 'Listers' 34:41 What Yall Know About Trading Cards?" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Adam is absent for this one. Dylan taps in a long time friend, JZAC. He’s a fellow independent artist, who’s built a career through hustle/consistency. He’s seen a ton of success on socials/streaming. The convo touches on music marketing (2015 vs. now), the Soundcloud / Swagytacks era, upcoming projects. Overall, it was a pretty loose episode but hopefully some gems were dropped along the way! 00:00 Introducing JZAC 05:55 Navigating Social Media 09:53 The Evolution of Music Promotion 14:07 Investing in Your Music Career 17:49 The Long Game 21:58 Building a Sustainable Music Career 25:31 Transitioning to Full-Time Musician 32:27 Anticipating the Upcoming Tour 38:01 Navigating Major Label Interest 41:56 The Value of Independence 45:53 Building Genuine Relationships 50:15 The Blending Roles of Artists and Managers" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"In this episode, Dylan shares a memorable story about opening for Schoolboy Q in 2012. Adam reflects on some of his early experiences on stage as well. The conversation explores the importance of being resilient while finding the right audience.

02:58 Adam’s Pipes Froze
11:51 Getting Boo’d in 2012
17:52 Reflections on Growth
21:51 Adam’s Early Challenges
35:24 The Path of Least Resistance" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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"In this episode, Dylan and Adam dive into their 2nd mailbag, including the musical instruments they play, their thoughts on the MN staple - Juicy Lucy, misconceptions in the music industry, and sharing some gems they’ve learned from each other over the years. They also welcome a live guest with a mailbag question, Emanuel Brown. ""00:00 Intro and Mailbag Setup
02:00 Do We Play Instruments?
10:03 Thoughts On The Juicy Lucy
14:15 Emanuel Brown Joins Us To Ask His Mailbag Question About Misconceptions In The Industry
30:26 More Jon Bellion Praise
33:25 Strengths Learned from Each Other""" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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In this episode, Dylan and Adam reflect on their recent experiences on tour, discussing the ups and downs, the importance of connecting with fans, and managing pre-show anxiety. They share memorable moments from their performances, including unexpected mishaps and the supportive environment created by fellow artists. Adam also shares a story about a unique lodging experience from this tour run, a memorable stay at a remote ranch. West Coast tour dates/tix are out now! Come see the boys in April.

03:04 Tour Recap: Highlights and Surprises
05:55 Connecting with Fans On The Road
09:09 Managing Pre-Show Anxiety 11:59 Mishaps and Learning Moments
17:58 Brief Recap of Dylan’s Tour w/ Ollie Joseph
24:00 Lodging Adventures: The Crockett County Ranch Experience
38:01 THE JIGSAW TOUR part 2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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In this episode, Dylan is absent - so Adam brings on his good friend Jared Tadlock. He’s a talented photographer/videographer + artist of different mediums. Adam and Jared have collaborated a ton are both West Virginia natives. They discuss art, social media, and give some advice to young creatives. 01:10 Exploring the Creative Journey of Jared Tadlock 08:38 Finding Passion Beyond Business 12:19 Imagining Unlimited Creative Possibilities 22:16 Navigating Social Media 26:30 The Debate on Vertical vs. Horizontal Video 37:54 Future Aspirations and Nashville Move 45:00 Cinematography Insights and Techniques Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.