Re:Solution Podcast: Recent Episodes
Alex Lacy
Here are the links I mentioned:Nicolla Armellin:https://www.youtube.com/@NicolaArmellinArtists engaging with fans:- Logic bringing fan on stage:https://youtu.be/MuH6HHnx3VQ- Kendrick signing record:https://youtube.com/shorts/nOGQ56Azcr0?feature=share- J. Cole Dallas Show:https://youtu.be/fajHvUxNhn8?t=2308- Joey Badass freestyle:https://youtu.be/qlN1LK3PyH8
According to many guests I've had on the show, Slick Rick is arguably the best storyteller in hip-hop. In this episode, I break down storytelling in his song "Children's Story" and how you can use the same framework in your next song. Hope this helps!
Here's the link to my latest beat video:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CptIT6_J4dl/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
YouTube Version:
https://youtu.be/qfrXyQxDS3o
It's easy to get confused and overwhelmed about what to post. Unfortunately, getting on social media is needed to grow a following. Here's how I break down what I post and when. I hope it helps you out!
Hip Hop is all about storytelling. When I saw an article talking about different plots in movies, I got curious if the same plots were seen in hip hop. In this video, I share what I found. Hope you enjoy!
Many artists struggle with writing the first words of a song. It's scary looking at a blank page that seems to have no right answer. But not telling your story robs your audience of hearing your art. Your art deserves to be heard and respected, and getting the first few words down is the first step. Hope you enjoy!
Jersey Mic is a gifted lyricist hailing from Atlanta. After being in the game for over a decade, he shares his experiences building relationships and why storytelling is so vital for artists. We also geeked out at Nas' lyrical genius. This is an episode you won't want to miss.
Connect with Jersey Mic: https://linktr.ee/RealJerseyMic
If I were to do my brand over again, this is what I would start with. I'm not an expert at branding by any means, but I hope this helps and provokes some ideas.
Today, hip hop 808s rattle car subs and rock club speakers. But how did hip hop get its bass?
Dr. Zachary Wallmark is a professor at the University of Oregon and a scholar in timbre, or the way sounds sound. In this episode, Zach breaks down the influence that Jamaica has on hip hop, how an institution "owned" lower frequencies, and how the bass transports us to an unexplainable realm. If you're interested in the production side of hip hop history, you won't want to miss this.
As creatives, we tend to take things really personally when it comes to our art. We make assumptions about ourselves that rob us of opportunities. Somedays, we put in only half the effort that we should.
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz breaks down how to conquer these obstacles and live a life free of self-criticism, verbal poison, and the fear of other opinions.
This is an episode you won't want to miss.
Grab your copy of The Four Agreements here:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+four+agreements+book+by+don+miguel+ruiz&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_14
A lot of artists struggle to try to find the best way to start a verse. Interestingly, journalists have a similar challenge when writing a story. Charlie Dietz is a journalism professor at the University of Oregon and has done broadcast work with respected publications such as NPR. Join us in this episode as Dietz breaks down similarities between hip-hop lyricism and the art of journalism.
Digital Hustler has been posting on YouTube for over a decade, solidifying himself as an OG on the platform. He's done everything from interviews with legendary producers to music videos to vlogs. As a crate digger and producer himself, he brings a certain expertise to his videos. Join us as Digital Hustler breaks down his approach to storytelling, his opinions on where Hip-Hop currently stands, and which he thinks is better: Nintendo or Sega.
Connect with Digital Hustler:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalhustler/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/digitalhustler
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalHustleFilms
Joey Lacy is a YouTube content creator, and professional photographer, and is now studying to be a cinematographer. As a result, his knowledge and expertise in visual storytelling have sharpened over the years. And as his brother, it's been incredible to watch him grow.
In this episode, he breaks down some of his favorite music videos from a cinematographer's perspective and some movies to gain inspiration for other music videos.
Aired on YouTube Dec. 12, 2022
Connect with Joey Lacy :
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeys_photovideo/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joeylacey9542
A lot of artists struggle with recording quality audio at home, which ends up being a limitation to the quality of their songs. Dr. Jon Bellona is a professor at the University of Oregon and a co-head of the Audio Production Minor and has answers to getting better recordings. Join us as Bellona breaks down how to get quality recording at home and best practices when recording in a professional recording studio.
Aired on YouTube Dec. 5, 2022
Hailing straight out of the woods Berkshire, MA, Jackson Whalan puts his city on the map with his complex lyricism and positive outlook. He even got the attention of Bronx legend KRS-ONE, which resulted in a feature on a remix of Whalan's song, "From The Woods". Join us as Whalan breaks down working with KRS and his trip to India that forever changed the way he writes.
Aired on YouTube Nov. 28, 2022
Connect with Jackson Whalan:
Website: https://www.jacksonwhalan.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JacksonwhalanMusic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JacksonWhalan
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jacksonwhalanmusic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JacksonWhalan
Destruct is an underground legend. He has worked with names such as Kev Brown, Blu, Styles P, and countless others. But there is one factor that propelled him to success: conviction. Join us as Destruct breaks down how he fell in love with hip-hop from a cartoon and tests our consciousness as he asks "If you can't convince yourself, how can you convince anyone else?"
Aired on YouTube Nov. 21, 2022
Connect with Destruct:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destructmusic/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/destructla
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi_d55JlvqDJ2rHEF_BHPZA
Zachariah Rock has shot everything from album covers to portraits, weddings, to landscapes. But as someone who went to high school with him, he wasn't always behind the camera. In this episode, Rock breaks down how he transformed into a skilled storyteller, and how he sees the world through his lens.
Aired on YouTube Nov. 14, 2022
Connect with Zachariah Rock:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachrock17/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZachRock17
Maxamill started writing rhymes in the 90s and made demos on a cassette recorder. Now, he is one of the most respected audio engineers on the NYU campus. Join us as he breaks down how he was able to excel in his expertise and how humility has played a role in the process.
Aired on YouTube Nov. 7, 2022
Connect with Maxamill:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_maxamill/
Webite: https://arappersproducer.com
The lyrical content in music has a massive influence on the culture. But when all the messaging in music becomes the same, it can start to deteriorate the very culture it comes from. G $pazz breaks down how the current messaging in Hip Hop is affecting the culture at large.
Aired on YouTube Oct. 31, 2022
Connect with G $pazz:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/_spazzgod_/
Overlor Beats has witnessed Hip Hop since its conception. He's found the one trait that remains constant in the artists that leave their mark on culture: authenticity. Join us in this episode as Overlor Beats breaks down trends in the music industry and artists that are already leaving a legacy.
Aired on YouTube Oct. 24, 2022
Connect with Overlor Beats:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/OverlorBeats
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/overlorbeats/
In this episode, Rude Noise breaks down the secret to his growth. Join us as he talks about how he side-steps typical marketing techniques and gets directly at the heart of his fans.
Connect with Rude Noise at:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rude_noise/