Speaks Volumes with Derrick Gee

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World-renowned designer Willo Perron discusses creating iconic designs for Drake and Kanye, the creative process behind stage setups, and why Montreal is a cultural hub. Explore innovative stage designs, challenges in the music industry, and the importance of creativity and standing out in entertainment.

Menswear designer Nicholas Daley shares insights on drawing inspiration from Scotland and Jamaica, creating iconic looks for artists. Topics include his parents' Reggae Klub in Edinburgh, craftsmanship in textiles, and live music platform Woven Rhythms. Exploring the intersection of fashion and music, the impact of London's music scene, and the future of menswear design with a focus on community and culture.

Filmmaker Nick Dwyer delves into the rich history of jazz kissa and Japanese hi-fi culture. Topics include the evolution of Japanese listening bars, the role of cultural translators, and the global trend of Japanese-inspired record bars. The podcast explores legendary jazz kissa, the challenges of maintaining authenticity outside Japan, and efforts to preserve these cultural spaces.

Pianist and composer Alexandra Stréliski discusses playing a different piano every day on tour, finding inspiration from movies like The Truman Show and Interstellar. She reflects on being peers with artists like Taylor Swift and Metallica, and delves into the emotional connection fans feel through her music.

Cultural critic Kyle Chayka discusses algorithmic culture, gatekeeping, and the impact of algorithms on modern society. They explore the homogenization of global tastes in cafes, the evolution of music styles, and the unintentional virality of Japanese artists online. The conversation delves into personal frustrations in an algorithm-driven society and the need for more personalized curation amidst abundance of content.

On Harry Styles' empathy and heart. In “Molly Hawkins Speaks Volumes,” the creative director behind Harry Styles, and formerly FKA Twigs and The XX shares with Derrick how she helps artists bring their creative ideas to life and creates worlds for fans to escape into - and why it's so important to put the artist first. Thank you to Sonya Gee for helping with the shoot! Follow Molly Hawkins Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollyjane_x/ Speaks Volumes is produced by Julia Wang. Logo and branding by Jonny Sikov. Support the show and access exclusive content: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick Follow Derrick Gee TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrickgee?si=a604e4b34a1d4255 Watch the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLArYIy4cER9tNSFhTWsAJVE21EJmFkOF4 Speaks Volumes is kindly sponsored by: Squarespace Get 10% off your first purchase of website or domain. Head to squarespace.com/volume and use code word VOLUME Turntable Lab Check out my recommended items at Turntablelab.com/derrick

Machinedrum is more important to the current state of popular music than people realise... In “Machinedrum Speaks Volumes,” Derrick learns about the music scene of 2010s New York and how the producer's global taste helped him shape the sound of modern day hip hop and electronic music over a 2.5 decade career. Thank you to Ace Hotel Sydney for providing a wonderful space for us to sit down and have this conversation! Follow Machinedrum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/machinedrum/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@machine_drum YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGYgVg3NVKSfWpg1N3DrGbA Speaks Volumes is produced by Julia Wang. Logo and branding by Jonny Sikov. Support the show and access exclusive content: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick Follow Derrick Gee TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrickgee?si=a604e4b34a1d4255 Watch the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLArYIy4cER9tNSFhTWsAJVE21EJmFkOF4 Speaks Volumes is kindly sponsored by: Squarespace Get 10% off your first purchase of website or domain. Head to squarespace.com/volume and use code word VOLUME

What does DJ and club culture look like when it straddles the internet and real life? In “Book Club Radio Speak Volumes,” Derrick Gee learns how siblings Jojo and Tinzo built their viral YouTube DJ channel and house party Book Club Radio, and gets their take on internet and club culture. Check out "Eurodance 90s Party Mix at a New York Basement" (aka the green one) here: https://youtu.be/FqKMaNVUt8A?si=6qHYE6yZseT5oUgh Follow Book Club Radio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookclubradio/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookclubradio YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmaR7ew57x0XJEe_-REUyg Speaks Volumes is produced by Julia Wang. Logo and branding by Jonny Sikov. Support the show and access exclusive content: https://patreon.com/gee_derrick Follow Derrick Gee TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gee_derrick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gee_derrick/ Newsletter: https://derrickgee.substack.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/derrickgee?si=a604e4b34a1d4255 Watch the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLArYIy4cER9tNSFhTWsAJVE21EJmFkOF4 Speaks Volumes is kindly sponsored by: Squarespace Get 10% off your first purchase of website or domain. Head to squarespace.com/volume and use code word VOLUME Turntable Lab Check out my recommended items at Turntablelab.com/derrick

British popstar Griff discusses British vs. American pop, her collaboration with Chris Martin, authenticity in British pop, and the impact of faith on her music. They explore identity in music and crafting unique sounds, as well as the intersection of faith and music. Griff also talks about visual storytelling, songwriting in pop music, and the challenges of promoting music in a digital world.