The Rec Show Podcast
David “Gldnmnd” Hicks is a Beatmaker and Hip Hop culture participant/supporter based in the United States. On The Rec Show Podcast, Gldnmnd interviews Beatmakers/Music Producers/Composers from around the world, hearing stories of beat culture, musical journeys (past and present), musical exposures and music technology. Topics include music genesis, inspirations, music superheroes, Digital Audio Workstations vs. Analog gear, Discographies, Local Beat Scene/community views and more while listening to each guest’s instrumental music compositions. Tap In!
Episodes
A beat can cross oceans faster than any plane ticket—this showcase proves it. We’re celebrating Filipino producers from Manila to Sacramento with a curated trip through sample alchemy, razor-sharp cuts, and pulse-raising drum and bass. The goal is simple: connect you with artists worth following and give you a map to explore their catalogs, crews, and scenes.
We open with a Filipino alchemist fro...
Welcome to Episode #133 where we take a trip into my expanding Bandcamp Music Feed which features music from the artists I follow. We open with a clear intention from Dammbutta’s ‘This Kind of Life’: music can fortify the mind, soothe the body, and steady the soul. From there, the curation pulls you through a living gallery of sound: the battle-tested resolve of Apollo Brown and Ty Farris’s ‘Run Towards T...
Imagine traveling to every country on Earth without leaving your headphones. That's the revolutionary experience of The World Album, featuring 200 songs from artists born in every nation on our planet.
Brandon Beckwith, founder of International Artist Project, joins us to share the extraordinary journey of creating music's first truly global compilation. After his first international tr...
Stepping into the sonic laboratory of La and Rod Nice feels like boarding the Millennium Falcon—a journey beyond Earth's atmosphere into cosmic consciousness. These two veteran musicians have been crafting their unique brand of hip-hop since 1996, and their latest offering "Underdog Power Cosmic 2: Cosmic Continuum" represents the culmination of decades spent perfecting their craft.
Step into the evolving world of Erozilla, the multifaceted beat maker whose journey has transformed from crafting innovative sounds to building a legacy through education. Two years after his first appearance on the Wreck Show, Erozilla returns with exciting news about his Erozilla Beat Academy—a groundbreaking initiative teaching digital music production across Los Angeles communities.
The conve...
The latest tariffs imposed by the US government will significantly impact physical merchandise shipped to American customers through Bandcamp, potentially causing higher fees and shipping delays for independent artists and their fans. Digital purchases remain unaffected and offer a practical way for supporters to continue backing their favorite artists during this challenging period.
• Bandcamp s...
What happens when spiritual philosophy meets beatmaking? Kershawn Tha Don answers this question through her soulful productions and community-building efforts, guided by her core belief that "love is the highest vibration."
The Long Beach-based producer takes us through her musical evolution, from singing in a Baptist church choir to performing with Beat Cinema on Coachella's prest...
What does it mean to build ‘a happy hOHM’ —not just a physical structure, but a spiritual sanctuary within yourself? Dom Cruz and TeedotEinsof explore this profound question through their collaborative masterpiece "a happy hOHM."
From the first whispered wind chimes of "Peace, Peace" to the triumphant reflection of "Spring Equinox," this album invites you into an int...
Welcome back to The Rec Show Podcast! In this episode, we showcase an international lineup of beatmakers and producers pushing the boundaries of sound. From gritty boom-bap to smooth lo-fi, jazzy flips to experimental textures — this episode is packed with creative energy from across the map.
🎶 Featuring music by:
Elaquent, Skyscraper, JRedou_KO!, NOTHINGISREAL, SPVCEDD, Marques Murray, ChordandJocks,...
Grammy-nominated instrumentalists, underground innovators, and boundary-pushing creators—the women of beat making deserve your attention. After a brief hiatus, I'm back with a special episode that travels across continents to bring you the sounds of female producers who are revolutionizing music production but aren't getting their proper recognition.
The journey begins with MetalFlowerz...
On episode 124, Gldnmnd explores the exciting world of samplers, spotlighting the P6 Creative Sampler and its potential when paired with favorites like the Koala Sampler or the SP-404. This episode is a musical feast featuring tracks from Afro Bluu, Duke Westlake, Thxk_u’s Stylebender_vol 2. Saywordstaz’s “Swim” , Brainorchestra’s “Relic” Blackchai & August Fanon’s “Otherwise A Blur” and a special nod...
What if a simple road trip could transform the way you experience music? This episode marks the triumphant return after a brief hiatus, enriched with stories from a cross-country drive from San Antonio, Texas, to Southern California. We introduce an exciting new interactive feature—fan mail—where you can text us directly with your thoughts and encouragement. We also dive into the latest albums like "...
Fresh off a beatmaking sabbatical and bursting with gratitude for the rhythm wizards that keep our community's heart beating. Ever wondered what it takes to elevate your beatmaking game from the bedroom to the big stage? This episode shines a light on those secret training grounds, like the FlipABeatClub to Sample Rumble, where skills get honed and beats get sharper. I'm sharing my own adventure...
Step into the beat-laden universe of Matt.E.J, founder of Organic Beat Sessions, who brings the vibrant LA beat scene into your headphones with his journey from freestyling maestro to beat-making virtuoso. Our chat traverses the landscape of Matt.E.J's musical evolution, from the punk rock and hip-hop infused streets of South Bay to his current resonant projects "The Warm Up" album and &quo...
Season four comes roaring in with the indomitable King John ILL, a beat-making maestro whose rhythms and grooves are as royal as his title suggests. We peel back the layers of his artistic identity, from the genesis of his kingly name to the Instagram flip videos and Donut Lounge clips. Sit back and soak in the origin story of a Beatmaker who transcends the ordinary, crafting beats that resonate with the ...
Ever pondered the creative spark behind an electrifying bass line or the texture of a well-crafted beat? Jetlag Trav, the gifted bass guitarist and Beatmaker, joins me for a no-holds-barred conversation. We navigate Trav's artistic voyage from his formative albums to the live gigs that have crowds buzzing throughout California. He unfolds tales of his youthful escapades, his synergy with the A Love S...
Strap in for a symphony of stories as we welcome the extraordinary K' Luv aka THE GO Musician, Producer, Controllerise OG from the heart of Atlanta's music scene, to share his melodic journey from a trumpet-toting teen to a beat-making maestro. This episode is a rich tapestry woven with the sounds of a life dedicated to music, stitched together by family, cinematic scores, and an unshakable comm...
Welcome to the first episode of Season 4 in 2024. There’s so much music out there that I had to come back and give yall another episode of some of the best beat-tapes & instrumental albums I heard in 2023. So press play, sit back relax, count ya blessings not ya problems and vibe out with us.
Tracklist (Played in order)
Sunset Drive by Kreativ from Chillhop Esstionals Spring 2023
Kilr...
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