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On Episode 160 of 204 Rise, we catch up with VAVO, the international duo who have redefined the electronic music scene. Comprised of Canadian-born Jesse Fischer and London native Alden Martin, VAVO has taken the world by storm with their unique blend of EDM and country music, coining the term YEEDM. In this episode, they reflect on their journey from two different countries to the global stage, including performances at massive events like the 2024 ACM Awards, EDC Las Vegas, Stagecoach Festival, Australia’s CMC Rocks and now right here in Winnipeg for Summer of Sound 2024!VAVO opens up about the origin of their name, the thrill of going viral with their Morgan Wallen remix, and what it’s like to live the rockstar lifestyle, having a residency in Las Vegas. They also discuss the challenges of collaborating across continents and how they've turned those obstacles into strengths, proving that distance is no barrier to success.00:00:00 Creative Collaboration: From Online to Viral Hit00:01:26 The Origin Story of VVO: Naming and Meaning00:02:49 Forming a Musical Duo: The Beginnings of Collaboration00:04:11 Career Journey from Bartender to DJ00:05:37 Creative Process in Music Production00:06:54 Music as a Lifelong Passion00:08:17 Viral Success: The Story of the Morgan Wallen Remix00:09:39 Reflecting on Viral Success00:10:58 Navigating Highs and Lows in the Music Industry00:12:25 Playing Stagecoach with Diplo and Other Electronic Artists00:13:43 Taking the Leap: Leaving Jobs for Full-Time Music Careers00:15:04 Deciding Setlists for Different Shows 00:16:34 Pre-Show Nerves and Routines00:18:29 Fan Interactions and Memorable Stories00:19:50 Creative Process vs. Business Needs in Music Production00:21:21 Navigating Changing Algorithms00:22:43 Wrapping Up & Next Week's Preview#VAVO #YEEDM #ACMAwards #EDCLasVegas #StagecoachFestival #WynnLasVegas #MorganWallenRemix #SummerOfSound #ElectronicMusic #RockstarLifestyle #MusicDuo #GlobalCollaboration #204RisePodcast #ViralMoments #MusicIndustry #MusicJourney