

SSP11 - Steve Blaque
Sep 25, 2022
Former colleague and good friend Steve Blaque, a singer-songwriter who has been in China for nearly 20 years, sits down with the host for a lengthy conversation. They discuss music production, the use of AI drummers and bassists, challenges with live streaming and tech support, techniques for creating a stronger sound, covering songs and its ethical considerations, swing and rhythm in jazz music, understanding Chinese characters and listening skills, miscommunication in English, rapid development and population growth in Beijing, reverse racism, and financial considerations.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Creating and Editing Audio
02:04 • 7min
AI Drummers and Bassists in Music Production
08:45 • 27min
Navigating COVID-19 Challenges and Internet Connectivity
35:52 • 4min
Challenges and Experiences with Live Streaming
39:56 • 4min
Challenges with GoPro, Tech Support, and the All-Encompassing Nature of Media Production
44:20 • 4min
Dealing with Third-Party Problems and Reaching Out for Help
48:25 • 19min
Techniques for Creating a Stronger Sound
01:07:42 • 18min
Exploring the Journey in Music
01:26:02 • 15min
Teddy Atlas, Muscle Memory, and Cover Songs
01:40:57 • 2min
The Value of Covering Songs
01:43:16 • 15min
The Importance of Swing and Rhythm in Jazz Music
01:58:10 • 17min
Reflection on Understanding Chinese Characters and Listening Skills
02:15:04 • 2min
Miscommunication in English and Chinese Migration to Sydney
02:16:37 • 18min
Rapid Development and Population Growth in Beijing
02:34:28 • 11min
Reverse Racism and Financial Considerations
02:45:30 • 6min