Fess Grandiose: Origin of Open Beats, Modular Synthesis, Overhyped Brands, WFXR, NAMM vs. Superbooth
Welcome to another episode of Poducer, the podcast for producers! In this episode, we dive deep into the Chicago beat-making scene and the world of modular synthesis with our special guest, Fess Grandiose.\n\nWatch the video interview on YouTube:\nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCijzViDaoVljjDXyEPTIwyQ?sub_confirmation=1\n\nSupport Us by Buying a Hat\nhttps://poducer.bigcartel.com/product/poducer-green-corduroy-ball-cap\n\nSponsorships:\n\nQUAKE Earplugs\nUse code "POD15" at checkout to save 15%\nhttps://quake402.bigcartel.com/product/dub-mufs-v2\n\nAffiliates:\nhttps://www.lalal.ai/?fp_ref=poducer\n\nFollow Fess Grandiose:\nhttps://linktr.ee/fessgrandiose\nhttps://www.instagram.com/openbeats/\n\nFollow Poducer:\nhttps://linktr.ee/poducerpodcast\n\nChapters:\n00:00 Introduction and Name Discussion\n01:31 Fess Grandiose's Background and Role\n02:14 Working at Reverb and Open Beats\n05:13 First Concert Experiences\n07:32 Musical Influences and Transition from Metal to Hip-Hop\n16:04 Starting Music Production and DJing\n24:17 Influence of Gear and Producers\n26:13 Reverb\u2019s Fest Picks and Favorite Gear\n31:03 Roland\u2019s Impact on Music Technology\n34:51 Overhyped Brands and Behringer\u2019s Controversies\n41:53 Teenage Engineering and New Innovations\n48:39 Community and Networking in the Beat Scene\n52:06 Origin of Open Beats\n57:24 Inclusivity and Multi-Genre Approach at Open Beats\n01:01:12 Advice for Starting an Event\n01:05:42 Evolution and Future of the Beat Scene\n01:12:07 Impact of AI on Music Production\n01:19:04 Best Stem Separators\n01:21:59 Comparing Music Conferences: NAMM vs. Superbooth\n01:27:28 Starting a Modular Journey\n01:35:43 Boutique Brands and Pedal Comparisons\n01:40:19 Unique Characteristics of Maths Module\n01:44:51 Exploring Modular and Pedal Integration\n01:53:06 Enhancing Sampling Through Synthesis Knowledge\n01:55:13 WFXR Duo and Modular Performances\n02:00:00 Improv and Live Performances\n02:02:49 Most Impactful Concert Experience\n02:07:46 Shoutouts and Community Support\n02:11:09 Chicago Beat Scene vs. Other Cities\n02:15:16 Where to Find Fess Grandiose Online\n02:16:24 Closing Remarks