Grammy Nominated Engineer Scott Taylor - Travis Scott's Creative Force

Today we’re talking to grammy nominated engineer Scott Taylor, AKA Scotti

He’s leveled up from my Audio 101 class to the top of the charts working with J.I.D. Rae Sremmund, and Travis Scott

The student has become the teacher, so get your pencils ready

It’s levels to this

Summary

In this engaging conversation, the speakers reflect on their experiences in the music industry, emphasizing the importance of authentic teaching, studying the greats, and navigating the studio environment. They discuss the journey from being a student to becoming a professional, the significance of building relationships, and the role of confidence and trust in collaboration. The conversation also touches on managing egos, the art of communication, and the value of sharing knowledge in the creative process. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the intricacies of the music industry, discussing the importance of hard work, humility, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. They share personal experiences from long studio sessions, the significance of wearing multiple hats, and the evolving landscape of music in the face of technological advancements like AI. The dialogue emphasizes the value of collaboration, learning, and teaching within the creative process, while also reflecting on past successes and future aspirations.

Chapters

00:00 The Impact of Authentic Teaching
03:00 From Student to Professional: A Journey in Music
05:58 The Importance of Studying the Greats
08:53 Navigating the Studio Environment
12:01 Building Relationships in the Music Industry
15:02 The Role of Confidence and Trust in Collaboration
18:07 Ego Management in Creative Spaces
21:08 The Art of Communication and Feedback
23:53 Teaching and Sharing Knowledge in Music
27:04 Creating a Positive Vibe in the Studio
34:53 The Studio Experience: Time and Ego Management
40:53 The Journey of Hard Work and Humility
46:50 Wearing Multiple Hats in the Music Industry
52:31 The Evolution of Music and the Role of AI
01:01:47 Reflections on Success and Future Aspirations

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Fatboi is a Multi-platinum, Grammy nominated, award winning producer whose credits include: Camoflauge, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Gucci Mane, Young Jeezy, Rocko, Shawty Redd, Flo Rida, Bow Wow, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, Juvenile, Yung Joc, Gorilla Zoe, OJ Da Juiceman, 8Ball & MJG, Jeremih, 2 Chainz, Nicki Minaj, Bobby V, Ludacris and Yo Gotti, Monica, Zay Smith, TK Kravitz, Future.

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Sensei Hollywood* (a.k.a. Dan Marshall) is an accomplished musician, producer, engineer who's performed on and engineered multi--platinum records with Big Boi, Outkast, Killer Mike, Chamillionaire, Carlos Santana, Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg, Ron Isley, Lil Wayne, Trillville, Monica, and more...

He was formerly an instructor and the chair of the Audio Production program at the Art Institute of Atlanta where he taught a new generation of audio engineers and producers to go on to great things in their own right.

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*F.K.A. ThundaDan