Uniting Souls through House Music for 27 Years - with Ramiro Gutierrez, Ep. 22

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05/20/24 • 66 min

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Ramiro / Uniting Souls LinksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ramiro_uniting_souls/Traxsource: https://www.traxsource.com/label/14733/uniting-souls-musicBeatport: https://www.beatport.com/label/uniting-souls-music/519YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnitingSoulsMusicFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/unitingsoulsmusicEpisode SummaryRamiro Gutierrez, founder and president of Uniting Souls Music, discusses the origin and longevity of Uniting Souls, a community-based event production company and record label. The conversation covers topics such as the evolution of the sound, the importance of community, and the challenges of promoting events in the digital age. Ramiro also shares insights on how they select artists for their lineups and the role of branding in creating a unique identity for their events. Uniting Souls is celebrating its 27-year anniversary with a 12-hour party at Monkey Loft in Seattle. The event will feature three stages, including a rooftop deck stage, and will showcase the authentic vibe and inclusivity that has been the ethos of house music since its inception. Uniting Souls has a strong team behind it, including business partner Tate, resident DJs Emily Griffin, Amy Snapdragon, and Alex Lagaspi, and designer Tashia Ortiz. The organization also supports local charities, such as Northwest Youth Services and GenPride, and is committed to giving back to the community.TakeawaysUniting Souls is a community-based event production company and record label that has been active for 27 years.The key to their longevity is consistency and a strong sense of community.They have evolved their sound over the years while still preserving the soulfulness of the classic house music sound.Word of mouth and personal connections play a significant role in promoting their events.They select artists for their lineups based on their sound and their involvement in the community.Branding is important in setting themselves apart from other events and creating a unique identity. Uniting Souls is celebrating its 27-year anniversary with a 12-hour party at Monkey Loft in SeattleThe event will showcase the authentic vibe and inclusivity that has been the ethos of house music since its inceptionUniting Souls has a strong team behind it, including business partner Tate and resident DJs Emily Griffin, Amy Snapdragon, and Alex LagaspiThe organization supports local charities, such as Northwest Youth Services and GenPride, and is committed to giving back to the community

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Becka Ward: Thriving as a House Music Vocalist, Tips for Singers, Ep. 21

Interview with house music singer, Becka Ward.Overwhelmed with producer tasks? Learn how my free Release Roadmap tool can help: https://tonyfuel.com/roadmapBecka’s Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/beckaward1/https://www.traxsource.com/artist/75790/becka?ipp=100 https://www.facebook.com/becka.ward.756SummaryBecka Ward, a house music vocalist, shares her journey and experiences in the music industry. She talks about her early exposure to house music and her desire to become a singer from a young age. Becka discusses her process of writing lyrics and working with producers, emphasizing the importance of trust and collaboration. She also mentions her interest in exploring other genres, such as R&B and hip hop. Becka shares her thoughts on performing live and the balance between her music career and family life. She concludes with advice for working with producers, including establishing clear expectations and communication. Becka discusses the importance of contracts in the music industry and shares her positive experiences with labels that provide contracts and artwork promptly. She advises aspiring singers to get to know house music and its producers, explore different genres, and trust their own instincts when choosing tracks to work on. Becka emphasizes the importance of vocal technique and understanding equipment in the studio. She also talks about her influences in the music industry and the need for more women producers. Becka highlights the spiritual and liberating nature of house music and the joy of performing live. She shares upcoming projects and invites listeners to connect with her on social media.TakeawaysBecka Ward has been singing house music for many years and was introduced to it by her brother.
She prefers to write her own lyrics and work with producers who trust her creative vision.
Becka is interested in exploring other genres, such as R&B and hip hop.
She enjoys performing live and collaborating with DJs.
Balancing her music career with family life can be challenging but rewarding.
Establishing clear expectations and communication is important when working with producers. Contracts provide peace of mind and protect artists in the music industry.
Getting to know house music and its producers is essential for aspiring singers.
Exploring different genres and pushing oneself creatively is important for vocalists.
Vocal technique and understanding studio equipment are vital for recording artists.
There is a need for more women producers in the music industry.
House music is a spiritual and liberating genre that connects people and allows them to let go.
Becka has upcoming releases and is open to collaborations and vocal lessons.
Listeners can connect with Becka on social media to learn more about her work.
Chapters00:00:00 - Episode Intro00:00:19 - Becka Ward Introduction00:07:04 - Desire for Live Performances00:15:01 - Exploring Other Genres00:29:00 - The Need for More Women Producers00:36:27 - Upcoming Projects and Collaborations00:45:13 - Connect with Becka and Learn More

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Hanging with Heidi B - House Music Artist, Educator, and Podcaster.

Interview with house music artist, educator, and podcaster, Heidi B.Overwhelmed with producer tasks? Learn how my free Release Roadmap tool can help: https://tonyfuel.com/roadmapHeidi B’s Linkshttps://www.traxsource.com/artist/467868/heidi-b https://www.youtube.com/@heidibofficial https://www.instagram.com/heidibmusic/SummaryHeidi B, a music producer, DJ, and podcast host, joins Tony Fuel on the House Music Connection podcast. Heidi shares her background in education and psychology, her love for music, and her journey in the house music scene. Heidi's professional training includes studying Vocals in Helsinki Pop & Jazz Conservatory and Musicology at Helsinki University.
She discusses her experience living in different countries and how it has influenced her music. Heidi also talks about her passion for soulful house music and her exploration of different sub-genres. She shares the story behind starting her podcast, Heidi's House, and the importance of connecting with fellow artists and sharing their stories. Heidi encourages aspiring musicians to follow their passion and make their music heard. Heidi B discusses her journey as a vocalist, producer, and label owner in the house music scene. She talks about her love for soulful and deep house, as well as her exploration of different genres of music. Heidi shares her experience in producing her own tracks and the importance of education in music production. She also discusses the challenges faced by women in the male-dominated industry and the need for more female representation. Heidi shares her vision for the future, including growing her brand, performing internationally, and expanding her label. She also talks about her podcast and the format of featuring artists and showcasing their music.TakeawaysHeidi B has a background in education and psychology but has always had a passion for music.
She has lived in different countries, which has influenced her music and allowed her to connect with artists from around the world.Heidi's main focus is on soulful house music, but she also explores other sub-genres like disco house and Afro house.She started her podcast, Heidi's House, to connect with fellow artists and share their stories.Heidi encourages aspiring musicians to follow their passion and make their music heard. Exploring different genres of music can help artists orientate into different kinds of projects and collaborations.Education and learning from others are essential in music production.There is a need for more female representation in the male-dominated music industry.Heidi B's vision for the future includes growing her brand, performing internationally, and expanding her label.Her podcast features artists and includes a DJ set showcasing their music.