The Airbit FreeGame Producers Podcast

On this episode WLPWR, Tai Saint Boogie, and Brian Onrea interview Multi-Platinum and Grammy Award winning songwriter Jason “Poo Bear” Boyd (Justin Beiber, Usher, Chris Brown, 112, etc) to the show. In this exclusive interview they discuss: The trial and error process of learning how to write a good song The Producer/Songwriter relationship and its importance How producers can structure their beats best for the songwriter Writing the “Despacito” remix for Justin Beiber The concept behind his “Poo Bear Presents: Bearthday Music” project which available on all outlets NOW! His desire to make important records in each genre of music simultaneously Getting a lyrical rapper like Jay Electronica to gel on a record with Justin Beiber What does it take for international artists to break in the United States What’s next for Poo Bear? Also on today’s episode the team discusses: Is Nas’ Nasir really coming out? They wait patiently for album to drop while recording this last Thursday (steam didn’t start in time). They did discuss their expectations for the project. Follow us! @freegamepodcast @wlpwr @SaintBoogie @BrianOnrea This episode was sponsored by @yumpanadas and @mcbridesisters recorded at @graymattercollective mixed by @checkmatecreative and produced by @londonelixirxl

On this episode WLPWR, Tai Saint Boogie, and Brian Onrea interview Multi-Platinum and Grammy Award winning songwriter Jason “Poo Bear” Boyd (Justin Beiber, Usher, Chris Brown, 112, etc) to the show. In this exclusive interview they discuss: The trial and error process of learning how to write a good song The Producer/Songwriter relationship and its importance How producers can structure their beats best for the songwriter Writing the “Despacito” remix for Justin Beiber The concept behind his “Poo Bear Presents: Bearthday Music” project which available on all outlets NOW! His desire to make important records in each genre of music simultaneously Getting a lyrical rapper like Jay Electronica to gel on a record with Justin Beiber What does it take for international artists to break in the United States What’s next for Poo Bear? Also on today’s episode the team discusses: Is Nas’ Nasir really coming out? They wait patiently for album to drop while recording this last Thursday (steam didn’t start in time). They did discuss their expectations for the project. Follow us! @freegamepodcast @wlpwr @SaintBoogie @BrianOnrea This episode was sponsored by @yumpanadas and @mcbridesisters recorded at @graymattercollective mixed by @checkmatecreative and produced by @londonelixirxl

On this episode WLPWR, Saint Boogie, and Brian Onrea welcome emerging producer Stacey “S.O.S.” Owens to the show. They discuss: His musical background and influences growing up in Detroit Being discovered at a young age by Mario Winans and leaving Michigan for Miami to work with major superstar artists Leaving Florida to Los Angeles and back to Atlanta where he eventually found his way Producing for Atlanta legends like Shawty Lo (RIP) and eventually connecting with Ne-Yo to produce records for his last 2 albums How the “U Deserve” record on the “Good Man” Ne-Yo album came about Connecting with WLPWR and the Gray Matter Collective Also discussed this episode: New Music from Kanye West/Kid Cudi, Jorja Smith, Ne-Yo and Future (SuperFly Soundtrack) What’s going on with Future’s music? Is his buzz still big? How are the 3 Kanye produced albums sounding so far? The Free Game Team had a chance to go check out the book release/listening party for Rap-A-Lot Records founder J.Prince. (His new book “The Art & Science of Respect” is available for pre-order NOW wherever books are sold.) They discuss this event overall and share a few clips from the question and answer session where J.Prince talked about: What are the rules of engagement in rap beef and why he intervened in the Pusha T/Drake Fued What are the ingredients to a strong team Why you have to leave the streets behind in order to be successful in business His business relationships with Suge Knight and Irv Gotti Managing boxers and producers as well as rappers If you like this episode, comment, rate and SHARE! Follow us: @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @SaintBoogie @BrianOnrea This episode was produced by London Elixir @LondonElixirxl , mixed by Joey Stanca @joeystanca and recorded at Gray Matter Collective Studios in Atlanta, GA.

Welcome back fam! A new Free Game Podcast is here! WLPWR and Brian Onrea welcome new co-host, music industry journalist Tai aka Saint Boogie to the show. On this episode they interview her and discuss: Growing up in Haiti and moving to Florida as a kid Her early love of music and hip hop in particular Her background working in street team promotions and what lead her to public relations Becoming a writer for XXL and landing her first interview with a big name rapper Her journey as a woman of color in the music business Also this episode the discussion included: Announcement of upcoming Atlanta Music Producers podcast documentary Best Albums of the year so far New Music from Pusha T and A$AP Rocky Kanye West/Pusha T/Drake songs (we recorded this right before the Ye album dropped) Music Streaming Market share update Is Universal Music Group going public? Follow us! @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @BrianOnrea @SaintBoogie This episode was produced by London Elixir @londonelixirlx and mixed by Joey Stanca @joeystanca

On this episode we welcome producer duo Nate & Charity to the show. This talented up and coming production team dropped some gems on us that all up and coming producers could benefit from. They discuss: Being from different parts of Texas and eventually linking up after being in the same beat battles What there work flow is like as a production team What it’s like being a duo where each producer producers in a different DAW (Machine vs. Ableton) Moving from Texas to Atlanta to pursue better opportunities Working with CyHi The Prynce on the critically acclaimed “No Dope on Sundays” Album and how they landed their placement on there Charity specifically discusses navigating in the industry as a female producer What’s next for Nate & Charity? Follow them: @nate_coop @charityevaughn Also discussed this episode: Streaming pay! After rapper Nipsey Hustle shared his streaming income numbers, the entire industry has been buzzing. Should you only put your music on Tidal since they pay the most? Should listeners subscribe to Tidal as he said? WLPWR and Brian Onrea sort this out. Also sorted out is the concept of producer payment rights and how much you should charge for your beats. This is in respose to Jermaine Dupri’s recent Breakfast Club interview where he talked about a producer selling a beat for $200 that became a huge hit. What’s the issue here? It gets broken all the way down! Make sure you share this podcast and follow us! @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @TristinBlake @Brian Onrea The podcast was recorded at Gray Matter Studios in Atlanta, GA and mixed by Joey Stanca @dreamsonparade for @checkmatecreative

On this first Free Game Podcast of 2018 we welcome multi-platinum, grammy nominated producer AnonXmous Nicki Minaj, Beyonce, Chris Brown) to the show. In this inspirational discussion they talk about His growing up in Brooklyn, NY and what his early musical influences were Being introduced to Propellerhead Reason at age 11 and how he started producing How he made the decision to move to LA to pursue his career Meeting and working with Polow Da Don How he initially came up with the beat for Nicki Minaj’s “Anaconda” and how that placement came about Working with Chris Brown and how those placements came about How he markets and promotes himself and the importance of networking Where he draws his inspiration Upcoming projects that he’s working on Follow AnonXmous IG: @worldchanger Twitter: @anonxmousone Also discussed this episode: Brief reflections on 2017 The Gray Matter Collective B Room named after J Dilla is now open WLPWR and Yelawolf begin work on Trunk Muzik 3 WLPWR’s Beats and Business seminar is all set for February 10th Auxnomaly Class is going well!! Make sure you share this podcast and follow us! @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @TristinBlake @Brian Onrea The podcast was recorded at Gray Matter Studios in Atlanta, GA and mixed by Joey Stanca @dreamsonparade for @checkmatecreative

Podcast 77 Recap MERRY CHRISTMAS FAM!!! On this episode WLPWR, Travie, and Brian Onrea welcome in studio, super dope up and coming producer Sikwitit. They discuss: His musical influences growing up in the Dallas, Texas area How he got his chops up by competing in several beat battles Landing his first placement Producing beats for the XXL Freshman Cypher 2016 How networking helped his career His work with up and coming rapper Bobby Sessions Getting placements on television The thinking and strategy behind his sound kits The importance of having a handle on your mental health in music Follow Sikwitit @iamsikwitit www.imsosik.com Also discussed this episode: The whole team gives condolences to the friends and family of urban podcast pioneer and former music attorney Reggie Osse aka Combat Jack who passed away last week. Thank YOU for supporting our first Free Game Live Podcast. Much more information to come about the 2018 live podcasts that will happen on Fridays! WLPWR’s Auxnomaly class has been a great success after 3 weeks. Record sales are in for Eminem, Jeezy, G-Eazy, etc. The team discusses Follow us: @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @TristinBlake @BrianOnrea This Episode was Edited and Mixed by Joey Stanca with Checkmate Creative. @dreamsonparade @checkmatecreative

This episode was very special as it was the very first of our “Free Game Live” series where we record with an in-studio guest in front of a live audience. This was a good one. WLPWR, Travie, and Brian Onrea welcome legendary record executive Ian Burke (TLC, Kris Kross, Arrested Development, Xscape, etc) to the show. They talked about: His early years in Mt. Vernon, NY and his musical influences Moving to atlanta and finding his way into the budding music scene there How he put the legendary group TLC together from scratch How he helped Jermaine Dupri with Kriss Kross in exchange for help with TLC How the Atlanta music scene came together in the 90s What he looks for in new artists and what are indicators of star potential Is hard work more important than talent? What advice would he give managers, executives, and artist in today’s music climate What is he working on currently How up and comers can seek out consulting services from him Follow Ian: @official_ianburke Also discussed this episode: We go over tons of new music releases from artists like Eminem, Boosie Badazz, Big Sean/Metro Boomin, Young Jeezy, Brock Hampton, Slim Thug, N.E.R.D, G Eazy, and Scarface The Rock n Roll hall of fame inductees and why the hip hop community shouldn't be mad over LL Cool J being snubbed. What is Net Neutrality? Please subscribe, rate, and comment on this podcast and share! Follow us! @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @TristinBlake @BrianOnrea This episode was recorded live at Gray Matter Collective Studios and mixed by Joey Stanca @dreamsonparade with @checkmatecreative

On this special episode WLPWR, Travie and Brian Onrea welcome J.Hatch from iStandard to the show for a live, in studio interview. No stranger to the show, Hatch discusses in detail the beginnings of iStandard and some of its events such as Beat Camp and Beast of The Beats. This is good game and inspiration for anyone with entrepreneurial aspirations. Also on this episode they did brief interviews with both the winner and runner up of the most recent Beast of The Beats, Chris Wellz and Black Bell Beats. Hear how these talented young producers are finding there way in the game! Follow @Mogulstatus @BlackBellBeats @ChrisWellz Also discussed this episode: The Grammy nominations and who got snubbed Do artist owe it to their producers/writers to make sure their eligible projects are nominated for awards such as the Grammys? Follow us: @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @TristinBlake @BrianOnrea This episode was edited and mixed by Joey Stanca with Checkmate Creative. @checkmatecreative. www.checkmateproductiongroup.com.

On this episode WLPWR, Travie, and Brian Onrea welcome rapper turned major record executive Stat Quo to the show. There was lots of free game dropped here. They discuss: His musical influences growing up in Atlanta Studying marketing in college and how he used that business skill to build a buzz for himself around the city What he learned from Dr. Dre while he was signed to Shady/Aftermath records How he transitioned into doing A&R work and becoming a record executive How he maintains his company that manages over 40 artists and producers His role in the ascension of rapper Lil Xan His close working relationship with The Game What he looks for in new producers as well as new artists The importance of producers developing their own artists Follow Stat Quo: @iamstatquo Also discussed this episode WLPWR’s busy week which included his “Beats and Business Seminar” and “Beats and Bible Study” events Jay-Z came to atlanta for his 4:44 tour, Travie gives her review of the show from a set design and production standpoint What makes a good artist performance? New Music releases from Eminem/Beyonce, Camron and Too Short respectively Taylor Swift on pace to sell 1.4 million physical sales in her first week with her new album “Reputation” Follow us: @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @TristinBlake @BrianOnrea This episode was recorded at Gray Matter Studios in Atlanta, GA. Edited and mixed by Joey Stanca with Checkmate Creative @dreamsonparade @checkmatecreative www.checkmateproductiongroup.com

On this week’s episode, WLPWR, Travie, and Brian Onrea talk with hit songwriter and vocal producer Blanco The Ear (Monica, Childish Gambino, Ludacris, etc). This conversation is both very motivational and super hilarious at the same time. His upbringing and musical influences growing up in Atlanta How he figured out a way to get into the music game as an audio engineer with no training or experience What made him transition from an engineer to a vocal producer Getting his first major with singer Christina Milian What he looks for when working with producers and respecting a producer’s role in the overall creation of a song His current working relationship with Wanya Morris of Boyz II Men Is the ability to sing required to be a great songwriter? Advice he gives to up and coming songwriters Follow Blanco the ear at: @blancotheear Also discussed this episode: Lebron James bumping that new WLPWR produced Big Krit Physical music sales versus streaming in middle america compared to urban markets Is Taylor Swift going to sell 2 million her first week? Follow us: @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @TristinBlake @BrianOnrea This episode was recorded at Gray Matter Studios in Atlanta, GA. Edited and mixed by Joey Stanca with Checkmate Creative @dreamsonparade @checkmatecreative www.checkmateproductiongroup.com

On this bonus episode we talk to super dope European Producer Brenk Sinatra (MC Eiht Which Way Iz West main producer). Topics discussed include. Growing up in Austria and what the music scene is like out there How listening to hip hop helped him learn english What made him start producing music and what equipment he uses His concept and thinking behind his solo albums such as Midnite Ride and Gumbo II How he linked up and developed a working relationship with MC Eiht What is was like working with DJ Premier on the Which Way Iz West album His top producers who have influenced his sound Follow Brenk Sinatra: @BrenkSinatra Also discussed today: The high praise being received for Big Krit’s 4eva is a Mighty Long Time album New music releases from Chris Brown as well as Metro Boomin,21 Savage, and Offset Follow us: @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @TristinBlake @BrianOnrea This episode was recorded at the Grey Matter Collective. Edited and Mixed by Joey Stanca with Checkmate Production Group. @dreamsonparade @checkmatecreative

On this episode of the podcast, WLPWR and Brian Onrea are joined in studio by audio engineer Micah Wyatt (Big Krit, Young Jeezy, Bobby V, etc) Several topics are discussed this episode such as RIP Keith Wilder. He left an important impact on R&B music WLPWR talks more about his work on the Big Krit album and the sales projections are in (30-85k projection first week) Other New Music From Yo Gotti, Chris Brown, Metro Boomin etc Sony music revenue from streaming over 1 billion for first 9 months of 2017 (downloads dying faster that physical sales) Micah gives his perspective on the debate regarding quality and quantity of music being released in 2017 They then get into Micah’s Career as an in demand engineer. They discuss His upbringing in Griffin, GA and Arkansas Being a college athlete and making the decision to get into music as an engineer How he received all of his training in an hands on environment Being thrown into the fire early as a not so good engineer and developing into a great engineer His work on Big Krit’s “4eva is a Mighty Long Time” and the process of helping to craft the sound of this project from an engineering perspective His advice for up and coming engineer Keep up with Micah at @MicahWytt Follow us @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @BrianOnrea @TristinBlake This episode was recorded at Grey Matter Studios. Edited and mixed by Joey Stanca with Checkmate Creative @dreamsonparade @checkmatecreative.

On this episode WLPWR, Travie, and Brian Onrea continue to gel as a new collective as they tackle the latest in music production and business. They welcome producer Decap (Joyner Lucas, Talib Kweli, Royce da 5’9) to the show. They discuss: His upbringing in New Hampshire and his musical influences. Starting out as a rapper and forming the group “Young Tribe” and why their need for beats forced him to start producing. What his first couple pieces of gear were What made him move to San Francisco and what it’s like working on the west coast His experience working with Joyner Lucas and specifically what it was like working on the 508-577-2209 project Giving back as a music producer and what the inspiration is behind his drum kits What’s next for Decap and what projects he’s currently working on Follow Decap: @Decapmusic www.decapmusic.com Also discussed this episode: The death of rock and blues legend Fats Domino. His impact and contribution to music was astounding and he will be missed. Rest in peace. Prayers up for Combat Jack! We offer all of our positive energy and support for the hip hop veteran and urban podcast pioneer. Get well soon! #combatcancer New Music released from: Young Dolph, Maino, Young Thug/Future, Keyshia Cole - They discuss and give thoughts on these releases. With so much new music being released, should artists put out more music faster? The team engages in a passionate debate. (Leave your opinion in the comments) What’s in Your Phone? In this new segment Travie, WLPWR, and Brian play a small clip of what they are listening to at the moment. Follow us: @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @TristinBlake @BrianOnrea This episode was recorded at Grey Matter Studios. Edited and mixed by Joey Stanca with Checkmate Creative production services @dreamsonparade @checkmatecreative Catch several video episodes of the podcast on YouTube Channel FreeGame TV. Videos recorded by Paul Fant

In this episode WLPWR and Brian Onrea talk with legendary producer K-Def (worked with Marly Marl, Lords of The Underground, Monie Love, Positive K, Craig Mack, Shabba Ranks, Ghostface Killa, Old Dirty Bastard, UGK, Diddy etc) In this amazing conversation, they discuss. His early musical influences coming out of New Jersey Getting into music production initially and his initial work with KRS 1 and Boogie Down Productions Being a student and learning music production techniques from Marly Marl Producing on Lords of The Underground “Here Come The Lords” album, specifically his state of mind when making the beats for “Funky Child” and “Chief Rocka” Producing the underground classic “How Nice I am” for artist World Renoun His connection to Sugarhill Records and his connection and influence on WLPWR What producer(s) he gets inspired by He gives up some clues on his unique sample chopping and isolation techniques His philosophy on releasing music (He has several instrumental projects available on platforms) Follow K-Def @DJKDef Also discussed this episode: We welcome new co-host Tristin Blake aka Travie to the show. She tells us a little about herself and her journey. Show her some love @tristinblake They send out thoughts and prayers for the United States and world (Puerto Rico, Las Vegas, Racial Tension, etc) Live performance safety and protocol: Should we change our approach as artists, producers, and creatives? WLPWR gives an update on what he’s been working on: Skye Morales “New One” video is doing well. Click the link in her bio and support @SkyeMorales Grey Matter Collective Studio update! New Music Releases from Rhapsody, Jhene Aiko, IDK, Quincey White, Big Krit, etc Chris Brown Announces his new 45 song project. How does huge track listings affect songwriter and producer pay? BET Awards Recap and American music Award nominees have been announced. The team discusses. Follow us @FreeGamePodcast @WLPWR @TristinBlake @BrianOnrea This episode was recorded at Grey Matter Studios and mixed by Joey Stanca @dreamsonparade Catch several video episodes of the podcast on YouTube Channel Auxnomoly TV. Videos recorded by Paul Fant