Show notes
On episode 154 with international DJ and producer CMC$ (Yael Nahar) during the @lakesideliveca event in Kenora, Ontario. CMC$ shares his incredible journey from nearly quitting the music industry to achieving viral success with hits like "Wake Up Call." He discusses how his time at the Herman Brood Academie, alongside Martin Garrix, shaped his career and how Gucci Mane's influence played a surprising role in his music. We also dive into the creative process behind his signature future bass and trap sound, the challenges he faced, and what keeps him inspired. Whether you're an aspiring artist or just a fan of great music, this episode offers deep insights into the life and mind of CMC$.Tune in for an inspiring conversation that reveals the highs and lows of a career in the music industry and what it takes to stay at the top.Chapters:00:00:00 - Lakeside Live Interview with CMCS00:01:38 - The Journey to the Music Industry00:02:33 - Learning to Create Hip-Hop Beats00:03:21 - Working with Bigger Artists and Cool Places00:04:10 - Joining Forces with Bas00:05:08 - Memorable Performance with Martin Garrix in Germany00:06:08 - Transition to Music Career00:07:08 - Production School Curriculum00:07:57 - Performing in Front of Thousands of People00:08:51 - Adjusting Music for Different Audiences00:09:46 - The Challenges of Performing Live00:10:35 - The Impact of COVID-19 on the Music Industry and Artists00:11:34 - Following Your Passion for Music00:12:33 - The Origin of the Name CMCS00:13:26 - Advice for Artists and DJs00:14:16 - The struggles of social media promotion on Tik Tok00:15:21 - The Journey from Content Creator to Artist00:16:16 - Following My Heart in Music Production00:17:07 - Setting the Fire Blaze00:18:06 - A Moment of Silence#MusicIndustry #FutureBass #TrapMusic #DJLife #CMC$ #204Rise #KenoraOntario #LakesideLive #ElectronicMusic #PodcastInterview #edm #edmfestival