Explore every episode of the podcast Y-YYC
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| "Calgary Urban scene in its Infancy?!" D.O.M of DnD | Y-YYC S5E2 | 06 Oct 2026 | 00:41:41 | |
On this episode, meet with D.O.M of DnD (@dndeerecordsmmxx), a Calgary rapper who has been writing for a decade. They cover wide range of topicsThe origin of his artist name, growing up in French immersion, learning to write on beat during COVID, mental health, autism and the songs that pulled him back. From a the J. Cole album debate to the Calgary artists he follows or losing his voice on stage at Ship Hop and whether Drake writes his own lyrics, learn more from the eager up and coming artist. is Calgary's hip hop scene is still in its infancy? Follow D.O.M of DnD: @dndeerecordsmmxx — YYYC — Uncovering Talent Shaping Calgary Urban Identity. A YYC Records show. Chapters 0:00 Cold open: does Drake write his own lyrics? 0:33 D.O.M of DnD walks in for episode two 1:29 How D.O.M of DnD got his name 2:27 Born and raised in Calgary, and St. Mary's French immersion 2:55 Speaking French on camera, and code-switching in Calgary 4:28 Havoc, Krizz Kalico, and how beat-feature packs actually work 11:23 COVID, r/makinghiphop, and learning to write on beat 14:59 Mental health, autism, and the songs that helped him back 21:33 "Devil Z", and the cursed Nissan from Wangan Midnight 23:42 Writer's block, and the J. Cole album debate — Born Sinner vs. The Fall Off 27:36 Calgary artists he follows: Finesse, Halfcut, and Tribe Beats 30:14 Ship Hop, losing his voice, and learning stage presence at 3rd Verse 33:39 The Buzz — rapid fire 36:00 Does Drake write his own lyrics? The Quentin Miller debate 37:45 Passing the baton to Estedon of Hustle Media 38:29 Why Calgary's hip hop scene is still in its infancy 39:38 Fresh Out the Trap, the open mic for Calgary's new school 40:17 Where to find D.O.M of DnD, and the Splinter Faction feature. The opinions expressed in these interviews are not necessarily those of YYC Records and its subsidiaries. #YYYC #Calgary #CalgaryHipHop #Podcast #Rap | |||
| It's All Reps — Matt Bates on Music, AI and Running | YYYC S5E1 | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:56:37 | |
YYYC is back for Season 5. our host, Telly B., sits down with Matt Bates (@mattbatesofficial). With the talented, young Calgary producer, singer-songwriter, they talk about learning piano at five, whether music theory still matters now that AI can make songs, who owns a song made with AI, making his first album in a Vancouver basement, three beats a day until it became routine, quitting drinking and smoking, running the Calgary marathon, and why nobody is the best.Follow Matt bates on Youtube and IG: @mattbatesofficialYYYC (Why YYC?) — Uncovering Talent Shaping Calgary Urban Identity. A YYC Records show.Chapters0:00 Back after a few years2:28 Piano at five, and the sheet music he wanted to throw away4:14 Is music theory still worth learning now AI exists7:27 How he describes his own sound9:47 The fear — a million tracks that sound the same10:38 Who owns a song made with AI11:48 The first album, made in a Vancouver basement14:00 Three beats a day until it became routine14:47 Taking a break without losing the skill18:03 Why he left Vancouver and came back to Calgary21:21 Writer's block, and the grass you actually water23:32 Sit at a table with no phone26:17 The attention economy against your own time28:56 Seventy beats, and the Calgary marathon32:13 Why he quit drinking and smoking34:28 Running to empty the mind palace36:13 "Hang With the Stars", shot in a blizzard38:28 Nobody is the best — "idiots all the way up"44:16 Reciter or composer47:41 Going to college for mixing49:06 The Buzz — rapid fire52:29 Calgary in ten years54:19 What's next, and where to find himThe opinions expressed in these interviews are not necessarily those of YYC Records and its subsidiaries.#YYYC #Calgary #CalgaryMusic #Podcast #MusicProducer | |||
| S4E3 - Twizzie Ramos, Why YYC? | 12 Nov 2020 | 00:45:05 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary's Urban Identity... On episode 3 we meet with Unique Genre Bending Artist Twizzie Ramos (IG:@twizzie_ramos). We learn more about how his love for anime influenced his music and creativity, what good came out the pandemic for indy artist like him, where his love from disco, punk , Hip-Hop, Pop stems from and much, much more. Enjoy, Please subscribe if you do :) | |||
| S4E2 - DIOSKRT, Why YYC? | 03 Oct 2020 | 00:55:15 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary's Urban Identity... On episode 2 we meet with upcoming super group DIOSKRT (IG:@dioskrt). We learn more about what make this group so unique. From Mariah Carey to Green Day, to pizza and no more mountain Dew, uncover and enjoy the one and only DIOSKRT. Please subscribe if you do :) | |||
| S4E1 - KAYAM, Why YYC? | 18 Sep 2020 | 00:31:08 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary's Urban Identity... On the first episode of season 4, we meet with the one and only Kayam (IG:@kayam403). The singer, songwriter, mix engineers shares his creative process. From his first text to his upcoming movie!, from his favorite drink to Tupac, we get some insight never shared before. Enjoy ! Please subscribe if you do:) Brought to you by YYC Records (IG:@yycrecords) | |||
| S3E7 - Bank Notes, Why YYC? | 03 Apr 2019 | 00:36:52 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary's Urban Identity... On the Seventh episode of season 3, we meet with Bank Notes (IG:@banknotes_moa). G could stand for Genuine, but also gangsta. Bank Notes embodies both. He share with us how he balances music, work and family; where his love from music come from , Why YYC and much more.... Enjoy ! Let us know what you think in the comment and subscribe to never miss an episode again :) Brought to you by YYC Records (IG:@yycrecords) | |||
| S3E6 - Cartel Madras, Why YYC? | 06 Mar 2019 | 00:41:22 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary's Urban Identity... On the Sixth episode of season 3, we meet with Cartel Madras (IG:@cartel.madras). Two Talented sisters who have shook Calgary's urban Scene from a year to another. We talk about their beginnings in the art; their quick rise to the front stage; the meaning of their self made hip hop style "Goonda Rap), Why YYC and much more.... Enjoy ! Let us know what you think in the comment and subscribe to never miss an episode again :) Brought to you by YYC Records (IG:@yycrecords) | |||
| S3E5 - Kien, Why YYC? | 19 Feb 2019 | 00:32:04 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary's Urban Identity... On the fifth episode of season 3, we meet with , Kien (IG:@officialkien). From Sushi Chef to Rapper, producer, Vlogger; Why YYC and much more.... Enjoy! Brought to you by YYC Records (IG:@yycrecords) | |||
| S3E4 - James Colt, Why YYC? | 17 Feb 2019 | 00:32:32 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary's Urban Identity... On the fourth episode of season 3, we meet with the young and talented James Colt (IG:@itsjamescolt). From DMX to Emo Rap; How does it feel to reach a million streams; Why YYC and more.... Enjoy! Brought to you by YYC Records (IG:@yycrecords) | |||
| S3E3 - Chris Maric, Why YYC? | 10 Feb 2019 | 01:03:19 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary's Urban Identity... On the third episode of season 3, we meet with Conductor, Keyboardist ,founder of the One Big Jam, Chris Maric (IG:@onebigjam). He shares the reality of running one of the most successful local get together, the balance between family and creative endeavors, the story of One Big Jam and more.... Enjoy! Brought to you by YYC Records (IG:@yycrecords) | |||
| S3E2 - Ms Teaze, Why YYC? | 26 Dec 2018 | 00:52:23 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary Urban Identity... On the second episode of season 3, we meet with Rapper, Director, Songwriter Ms Teaze (IG:@ms.teaze). Ms Teaze is by far one of the most skilled performer in Western Canada. 10 years under her belt, the rapper/songwriter shares how she got her first show, the 1st hip hop track that blew her mind, The Red Deer Hip hop Awards and more.... Enjoy! Brought to you by YYC Records (IG:@yycrecords) | |||
| S3E1 - Eazy Mac, Y YYC? | 21 Dec 2018 | 00:58:19 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary Urban Identity... On the first episode of season 3, we meet with Rapper, Director, Songwriter Eazy Mac (IG:@eazymacofficial). As per the numbers, Eazy Mac is probably one of the top rappers coming out of Calgary, West Canada. With over 5 m+ views on youtube, 1 mix-tape & 3 albums out, a short movie he directed... he is only scratching the surface. In this interview, Eazy Mac answers some of your deepest questions. He recounts in detail his rise to a million views, his opinion and advise to fan on drugs, his biggest secret and much more.... Enjoy! Brought to you by YYC Records (IG:@yycrecords) | |||
| S02 EP10 - Per$ia Y-YYC? | 17 Aug 2018 | 00:34:01 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary Urban Identity...
On the Tenth and final episode of season 2, we meet with Rapper, Model & Songwriter Per$ia.
How the good girl went Bad, her views on female rappers in the city, how did she got started in our crazy industry and much more. Also, look out for her answers to the buzz questions and of course Why YYC? ...
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| S02 EP9 - Profit Y-YYC? | 26 Jul 2018 | 00:36:35 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary Urban Identity...
On the ninth episode of season 2, we meet with Rapper & Songwriter Profit.
His favorite book, his love for cooking, the man behind the music and much more. Also, look out for her answers to the buzz question and of course Why YYC? ...
Enjoy!
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| S02 EP8 - C4 Loges & Bozz Y-YYC? | 10 Jul 2018 | 00:33:04 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary Urban Identity...
On the eighth episode of season 2, we meet with C4 Team: Loges and his producer Bozz.
We find what would Loges choose between a hockey and a rap career, Bozz initial production genre, their latest track and much more. Look out for their answers to the buzz question and of course Why YYC? ...
Enjoy!
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| S02 EP7 - Trip J, Y-YYC? | 01 Jul 2018 | 00:30:12 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary Urban Identity...
On the Seventh episode of season 2, we meet with Rapper, Song business man: Trip J.. .
We learn more about the 1st track he's ever heard, the burning feeling of a massive come back and much more. Look out for his answers to the buzz question and of course Why YYC? ...
Enjoy!
More Win:
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| S02 EP6 - Winter, Y-YYC? | 10 Jun 2018 | 00:21:47 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary Urban Identity...
On the Sixth episode of season 2, we meet with Rapper, Song writer: Winter.. .
We learn more about his origins, his interest with AI and much more. Look out for his answers to the buzz question and of course Why YYC? ...
Enjoy!
More Winter:
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| S02 EP5 - Zach Taylor, Y-YYC? | 27 May 2018 | 00:28:07 | |
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary Urban Identity...
On the fifth episode of season 2, we meet with Rapper, Sound Engineer and Videographer: Zach Taylor.. .
We learn more about the true meaning behind his name, How did he come up with his label underdog entertainment and much more. Look out for his answers to the buzz question and of course Why YYC? ...
Enjoy!
More Zach Taylor:
|Instagram|YouTube| Facebook|Twitter|
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| S02 EP4 - SB Y-YYC? | 12 May 2018 | 00:21:38 | |
"Dear SB, Why YYC?"
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary Urban Identity...
On the fourth episode of season 2, we meet with Rapper, Songwriter,beat maker SB.. .
We learn more about his tight crew, his time with the late Yayo P and more. Look out for his answer to the buzz question and of course Why YYC? ...
Enjoy!
More SB:
|Instagram|YouTube
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| S02 EP3- 20 Kilo Y-YYC? | 29 Apr 2018 | 00:17:25 | |
"Dear 20 Kilo, Why YYC?"
Get bite sized insight on the talent shaping Calgary Urban Identity...
On the third episode of season 2, we meet with Rapper, Songwriter, 20 Kilo...
We learn more about his origins, his creative process and more. Look out for his answer to the buzz question and of course Why YYC? ...
Enjoy!
More 20 Kilo:
Soundcloud|Facebook|Instagram|YouTube
Please subscribe, share, let us know what you like or don't like :).
Brought to you by YYC Records & Buzz403 (www.buzz403.com)
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| S02 EP1- SEVENTEEN, Y-YYC? | 30 Mar 2018 | 00:23:49 | |
"Dear Seventeen, Why YYC?"
Get bite sized insight on the shaping Calgary Urban Identity...
On this first episode of season 2, we meet with Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Executive Producer - Seventeen...
We cover a wide range of subject from his upcoming event, the vibe
show, the latest misunderstanding or rap beef with the uptown team and more...
Enjoy!
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| (10) Rebecca Dawn, Y-YYC? | 29 Oct 2017 | 00:26:02 | |
"Dear Rebecca Dawn, Why YYC?"
Discover with us the talent shaping Calgary, Western Canada, Urban Identity...
In episode 10, meet Rebecca Dawn - Rapper, Freestyler, Human rights activist...
Enjoy!!
More Rebecca Dawn:
Soundcloud|Facebook|Instagram|YouTube|Band Camp
Please subscribe, share, let us know what you like or don't like :).
Brought to you by YYC Records (www.yycrecords.com)
#YYCR #YYYC #Calgary #Urban #Identity
Recorded with a Zoom H4N Pro
Edited on Fl Studio 12
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| (9) Dru Jetzon, Y-YYC? | 27 Oct 2017 | 00:19:52 | |
"Dear Dru Jetzon, Why YYC?"
Discover with us the talent shaping Calgary, Western Canada, Urban Identity...
In episode 9, meet Dru Jetzon - Rapper, Producer...
Enjoy!!
More Dru Jetzon:
Soundcloud | Instagram | Facebook
Please subscribe, share, let us know what you like or don't like :).
Brought to you by YYC Records (www.yycrecords.com)
#YYCR #YYYC #Calgary #Urban #Identity
Recorded with a Zoom H4N Pro
Edited on Fl Studio 12
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| (8) Ankhten Brown, Y-YYC? | 25 Oct 2017 | 00:22:07 | |
"Dear Ankhten, Why YYC?"
Discover with us the talent shaping Calgary, Western Canada, Urban Identity...
In episode 8, meet Ankhten Brown - Rapper, Songwriter, Graphic Artist...
Enjoy!!
More Ankhten Brown:
Soundcloud | Instagram | Facebook
Brought to you by YYC Records (www.yycrecords.com)
#YYCR #YYYC #Calgary #Urban #Identity
Please subscribe, share, let us know what you like or don't like :).
Recorded with a Zoom H4N Pro
Edited on Fl Studio 12
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| (7) Lyrique, Y-YYC? | 11 Oct 2017 | 00:39:02 | |
"Dear Lyrique, Why YYC?"
Discover with us the talent shaping Calgary, Western Canada, Urban Identity...
In episode 6, meet Lyrique - Rapper, Songwriter,...
Enjoy!!
More Lyrique:
Soundcloud | Instagram | Facebook
This episode is brought to you by YYC Records (www.yycrecords.com)
Recorded with a Zoom H4N Pro
Edited on Fl Studio 12
Mastered on Ozone 8
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| (6) Boygem, Y-YYC? | 20 Sep 2017 | 00:26:05 | |
"Dear Boygem, Why YYC?"
Discover with us the talent shaping Calgary, Western Canada Urban Identity...
In episode 6, meet Boygem - Producer, Ableton...
Enjoy!!
More Boygem:
https://soundcloud.com/boygem
https://www.instagram.com/boygemm/
https://www.facebook.com/boygem666/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Gqmtxvne7J0F72VYIzpGQ
This episode is brought to you by YYC Records (www.yycrecords.com)
Recorded with a Zoom H4N Pro
Edited on Fl Studio 12
Mastered on Auphonic
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| (5) Will Haze, Y-YYC? | 20 Sep 2017 | 00:34:22 | |
"Dear Will Haze, Why YYC?"
Discover with us the talent shaping Calgary, Western Canada Urban Identity...
In episode 5, meet Will Haze - The Shine God, Rapper, Producer, songwriter...
Enjoy!!
More Will Haze:
https://soundcloud.com/willhazemusic
https://www.instagram.com/willhazemusic/
https://www.facebook.com/KingWillHaze/
This episode is brought to you by YYC Records (www.yycrecords.com)
Recorded with a Zoom H4N Pro
Edited on Fl Studio 12
Mastered on Auphonic
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| (4) Aleckay, Y-YYC? | 20 Sep 2017 | 00:23:43 | |
"Dear Aleckay, Why YYC?"
Discover with us the talent shaping Calgary, Western Canada Urban Identity...
In episode 4, meet Aleckay - Rapper, Master Free-styler, Rap battle champion...
Enjoy!!
More Aleckay:
Soundcloud Instagram Facebook Youtube
This episode is brought to you by YYC Records (www.yycrecords.com)
Recorded with a Zoom H4N Pro
Edited on Fl Studio 12
Mastered on Auphonic
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| (3) Eazy Mac, Y-YYC? | 19 Sep 2017 | 00:38:24 | |
"Dear Eazy Mac, Why YYC?"
Discover with us the talent shaping Calgary, Western Canada Urban Identity...
In episode 3, meet Eazy Mac - rapper, songwriter...
Enjoy!!
More Eazy Mac:
https://soundcloud.com/eazy-mac-1
https://www.instagram.com/eazymacofficial/
https://www.facebook.com/EazyMac403/
https://www.youtube.com/user/eazymacofficial
This episode is brought to you by YYC Records (www.yycrecords.com)
Recorded with a Zoom H4N Pro
Edited on Fl Studio 12
Mastered on Auphonic
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| (2) Billy Bi$hop, Y-YYC? | 19 Sep 2017 | 00:28:57 | |
"Dear Billy Bi$hop, Why YYC?"
Discover with us the talent shaping Calgary, Western Canada, Urban Identity...
In episode 2, meet rapper & producer Billy Bi$hop...
Enjoy!
More Billy Bi$hop:
https://soundcloud.com/itsthebishop
https://www.instagram.com/billybishxp/
http://www.bishopkingolo.com/
This episode is brought to you by YYC Records (www.yycrecords.com)
Recorded with a Zoom H4N Pro
Edited on Fl Studio 12
Mastered on Auphonic
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| (1) Rome, Y-YYC? | 12 Sep 2017 | 00:24:27 | |
A chat with the talent shaping Calgary, Western Canada Urban Identity...
In episode 1, We meet Rome; singer, rapper, producer, actor...
Enjoy!
More Rome:
Soundcloud.com/romeyycc
Instagram.com/romeyycc
Email: konsciousprodurction@gmail.com
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