Checking in with Adamchak
30 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsJason Adamchak is both a visionary and a storyteller. He carries a deep passion for dance music, festivals, and advocating for mental health. Behind the mic and each beat, there is a story to tell, an emotion to feel, and a life to change. This podcast is here to celebrate the successes of many in the industry by creating the space and time to share stories. He is here to take his listeners on a journey by connecting music and mental health together one beat and one voice at a time. Connect with Jason Adamchak: https://jasonadamchak.com/
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Episodes
Episode 28: Sunset Music Festival 2022
May 26, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBSunsetters, the time is almost upon us where we will be walking into the sunset to celebrate Sunset Music Festival's big 10th anniversary! For the first time in SMF history, the event will be happening for a full THREE Days (May 27th -May 29th) at Raymond James Stadium North Lot in Tampa, Fla. Disco Donnie Presents, Heartbeat International, and Sunset Events band to reunite Sunsetters from all different walks of life to walk into the sunset together for the 2022 edition. The lineup consist...
Episode 27: Celeste Olvera
May 16, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBIn Episode 27, we welcome Celeste Olvera to the show from Los Angeles, California. Celeste has more than five years of promotion experience for music events. She has past internship experiences with Dirtybird Records, RealMusic Events, Splendid Sun Productions, and Daily Beat that broadened her interest in working in the music industry. Upon graduating college in Austin, Texas, Celeste decided to follow her dreams and thus moved to the west coast and became a journalist for Daily Beat. She i...
Episode 26: Meagen Surowiecki
May 09, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBMeagen Surowiecki lives in New York and is a music journalist who has worked in the industry for eight years. Meagen is an excellent example of someone who truly cares about music no matter the genre and is on a mission to help shed light on young and underground talent with her new project MyPlayground. MyPlayground is a contemporary visionary media company to expand creativity and expose undiscovered talent and art on one unique platform. In this episode, we talk how to get involved in mu...
Episode 25: Jalen Jackson
May 02, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBJalen Jackson lives in Atlanta, Georgia, and wears several hats in the music industry. For instance, Jalen is a dj, producer, production manager for District Nightclub, and founder, and operating manager of The Metric Agency, a marketing and event production/promotion company based in Atlanta, Georgia. He also has another project called TEMPO, which helps bring the international underground house and techno scene to District. In this episode, we talk about mental health, being present, the...
Episode 24: Rachel Narozniak
April 22, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 54 MBMusic journalism in the dance music world evolves every day and year, and thanks to Rachel Narozniak, those developmental and pivotal moments in electronic journalism are coming to life. On our 24th episode, we welcome Rachel to the podcast. Rachel has been the managing editor for Dancing Astronaut (DA) for the past two years; come July, she will be with DA for five years, brought initially on as contributing writer in 2017 after several years of previous blogging and music journalism with ...
Episode 23: Dedicated to JaQob Mandell
April 18, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBEpisode 23 of Checking in with Adamchak is dedicated to Jacob Mandell (JaQob Mandell), who sadly passed away in March. Jacob Mandell (JaQob Mandell) was an inspirational, loving, and positive human changing the world one person and interaction at a time. His love for music and art came to the surface passionately. He was always there to lend a helping hand or ear to all who crossed his path. It is hard writing this because it seems like all the excellent people leave the world behind too y...
Episode 22: MMW/Ultra Music Festival
March 21, 2022 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBHappy Miami Music Week and Ultra Music Festival, everyone! The time where we thought would never come fully arrived, and it's about to be a full send fellow Ultranauts. Miami Music Week (March 22-27) is a time where people gather from all over the world to unite at the center of Miami, Florida, showcase new talent, label releases, music, and share expression through art and music. During that week, dance music lovers, industry fanatics, and artists flood the streets of Ocean Drive to put on...
Episode 21: GoodDay
February 28, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBIt is a GOOD DAY when you reach your 21st episode of the podcast. In our new episode, we have Chase and Liam, who make up the new dj duo, GoodDay. GoodDay is a rising duo living in Florida the sunshine state, where they keep on bringing the Good Days and Good Vibes everywhere they go. Their mission is to spread positivity through their frequencies. They want to make people dance, laugh, and love. Every day is a GoodDay. During the episode, we talk about how a new upcoming duo in the music i...
Episode 20: Sam Allan
February 24, 2022 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBOn our 20th episode of the podcast, we are welcome to the show the legendary and talented producer and dj Sam Allan, located in New York City. Sam Allan is quickly taking 2022 by storm with the start of curating his shows by scouting local and underground talent to share the stage and spotlight. Sam Allan has been mastering his craft for nearly a decade, having performed alongside some of the biggest names in dance music. Zedd, Kaskade, Eric Prydz, Robin Schulz, Cash Cash, Sunnery James & ...
Episode 19: BUKU Music + Art Project
February 09, 2022 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBAttention all BUKrewe, our time to finally reunite is inching closer and closer every minute of every day. On Match 25+26, BUKU Music + Art Project will hold its gigantic 10th anniversary after pausing for the past two years due to the ongoing pandemic. However, NOLA will be going bigger and better than ever before. The lineup consists of Tame Impala, $uicideboy$, Trippie Reed, Porter Robinson, Tyler, The Creator, Alison Wonderland, REZZ, CloZee, John Summit, J.WORRA, Amelie Lens, and so man...
Episode 18: Tessla
February 01, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBPeople cross paths in person or digitally, and thankfully for our next guest speaker, both have been achieved. Tessla is a Brand Manager for iHeartRaves and is also a Co-Founder of her fantasy fashion line with her fiancé, Fenclaw and Faund. On this check in, Tessla shares her story of how she became a vendor coordinator, which led to new experiences both in the festival and vendor world. The stars later aligned with an interview for iHeartRaves, and now creating a clothing line with the l...
Episode 17: Steller
January 24, 2022 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBWe welcome another all bass artist to the podcast, Angelica, who goes by her stage name Steller. Steller quickly has taken the world by storm with her unique bass sounds full of dubs and wobs from start to finish. In 2021, Steller dropped her first EP Day Dreaming, several known named festivals such as the Forbidden Kingdom and Electric Daisy Carnival Orlando, and played Subtronics and Bassrushes event Cyclops Cove. During this episode, Steller and I talk about what therapy can do for your...
Episode 16: The Camera Lady
January 17, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBCalling all photographers, do we have a special episode for you! On this new podcast check-in, we have Taylor Regulski, @the.cameria.lady, here to talk about her photography experiences within sports, weddings, and, most importantly, event photography. During this episode, we learn from Taylor how she dipped her feet into event photography and shares her tips and tricks on getting started. We also have genuinely open, honest conversations on her mental health and a woman photographer in th...
Episode 15: OMAS
January 10, 2022 13:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBOn our 15th episode, we had the honor of having the highly talented and humble OMAS on the show to check in with us. OMAS had one heck of a previous year in 2021 with several accomplishments. Such as hosting his first headling show in Los Angeles, California, playing Excision's festival Lost Lands, direct support for Blunts and Blondes, five releases with Excision’s label Subsidia Record, and a debut EP on Bear Grillz’s label Rude Service Records. During this episode, OMAS opens up about h...
Episode 14: MADiSUN
December 27, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBMADiSUN is an Atlanta native bass, house, and techno dj who is quickly taking the peach state by storm. The sun is a symbol of positivity and bright vibrations. Fans can expect that same energy from both her music and personality. In this episode, MADiSUN discusses her perspective as a newly started female dj in the city of Atlanta, her first whole camping festival experience at Lost Lands, and an honest talk about mental health and seasonal depression. Thank you for checking in with us ...
Episode 13: Dani King
December 20, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBOn our 13th episode of Checking in with Adamchak, we had the honor of Dani King joining the show as a special guest. Dani King is a singer, songwriter, vocal producer, and now full-time producer who currently resides in California's golden state. During the episode, Dani shares her best practices as an artist to keep up her mental health and her vocals. We open up about all of her recent success with Spotify for the year 2021 by reaching a total of two million streams, 104.2k hours, 477.8...
Episode 12: MARODIN
December 13, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBOn episode 12, we welcome to the podcast MARODIN. Lucas Marodin, who goes by his stage name MARODIN, is an artist who appreciates the Future House, Future Rave, Tech House, and Brazilian Bass sound. He is also a dj and producer in Atlanta, Georgia. Born and raised in Santos, São Paulo - Brazil, MARODIN has always had a passion for music in his bones because of his family. During the check-in, we discuss how electronic dance music made its way into his life, what music and family mean to him...
Episode 11: EDC Orlando 2021 Festival Review
November 29, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBThe 10th anniversary of EDC Orlando has come to an end at Tinker Field, and wow, was it one spectacular celebration. On November 12 - 14, 2021, over 300,000 headliners reunited for the first time in a year since the pause from COVID-19. Without question, Insomniac Events, and the head owl himself, Pasquale Rotella, CEO, and founder, held nothing back. To the stage productions, powerful lineup, and overall vibes of the festival, it quickly became one of the best EDC Orlando's to date. Howev...
Episode 10: DJ OB7
November 24, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBOn our 10th episode, we welcome Tampa, Fla. native DJ OB7! For those who do not know, DJ OB7 is a full-on open format dj/producer who lives to bring energy to the dance floor by playing all seven main genres of music within the available format. His “What’s Poppin” - Jack Harlow remix was one of the most played tracks in rotation on Diplo's Revolution Radio on SiriusXM! (Diplo - Diplo & Friends 2020-08-22). In this episode, DJ OB7 opens up and talks about his journey and how his name was ...
Episode 9: Housewife
November 19, 2021 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBFemale empowerment in the music industry has had a long time coming but the time is now and we are here for it. Brooke, or more formally known by her stage name Housewife, is a Denver-based house DJ who is "Anything But Domesticated." As our first female artist on the show, we dive into some topics about mental health and what its like being a female artist in a heavily male-dominated industry, some tips and tricks on keeping her mental health aligned and in the right space, and her upcomin...
Episode 8: EDC Orlando Part 2
November 10, 2021 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBEach day we get closer to reuniting Under the Electric Sky in Orlando, Florida. The set times are live, after-parties are happening, and the glory festival map is available on social media to view. The festival map is your key all weekend long to navigate through the festival grounds. Join in on the final part of this special two-part podcast segment focused on EDC Orlando and my past experiences. In this last episode, I share some more pro tips and breakdown the recently released festival...
Episode 7: EDC Orlando Part 1
November 05, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBWelcome, all headliners, to a special TWO-part episode series talking all about Electric Daisy Carnival Orlando! It's time to take a trip down Memory Lane and join this first episode where I talk about my nine years of back-to-back EDC Orlando experiences from 2012-2019. The time is almost here that we are all going to reunite Under the Orlando Electric Sky. Before we embark on our newest journey, let's look back at just how EDC Orlando has evolved over the years. In this episode, you will ...
Episode 6: Nurtured
October 29, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBOctober 27th, 2021 - Coca Cola Roxy - Porter Robinson Nurture Tour Without question or hesitation, when Porter Robinson announces a brand new tour, it is an automatic given to purchase tickets. Porter Robinson has been super transparent and vocal with his evolution through his music and as a human being. He is no stranger when bringing up his struggles with mental health, which was the reason behind one of his new tracks on his new album Nurture. This new tour brings the collective talents...
Episode 6: Nurtured
October 29, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBOctober 27th, 2021 - Coca Cola Roxy - Porter Robinson Nurture Tour Without question or hesitation, when Porter Robinson announces a brand new tour, it is an automatic given to purchase tickets. Porter Robinson has been super transparent and vocal with his evolution through his music and as a human being. He is no stranger when bringing up his struggles with mental health, which was the reason behind one of his new tracks on his new album Nurture. This new tour brings the collective talents...
Episode 5: Otica
October 24, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.87 MBHouse music is the music that unites us all, no matter who you are? The rise for house music is back on the climb in the United States of America. New house music festivals are being born left and right and planted in cities that have significantly impacted the house music scene. One of those cities that is making their house scene debut and well known is Atlanta, Georiga. Otica, a rising house music producer and dj, is making his name well known through his eccentric and groovy original h...
Episode 4: EDC Las Vegas
October 22, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBHappy first day of EDC Las Vegas Headliners!! We never thought we would get here, but we made it! Today marks the start of the 25th anniversary of the Electric Daisy Carnival. A three-day celebration from dusk to dawn full of music, art, rides, and of course, the most essential headliner YOU! It was only fitting to dedicate the next episode surrounding this festival and talk about my first unforgettable experience Under the Electric Sky at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. From the sleepless ...
Episode 3: Katie
October 18, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBFor the third episode of the podcast, we take listeners to Denver, Colorado. Where we get to dive deep into virtual events and the reason behind their constant rise post-pandemic, learn what it was like to work in the industry before, during, and after COVID, and how to cope with mental health when you have a time constraining job. There is also so much discussion on when is the perfect time to get back to attending live events is? Let's face it, rules and policies are changing every day, ...
Episode 2: Jason
October 11, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBFor the second episode of the podcast, I decided to share my stories and perspective of working in the music industry and what it did for my mental health. I also talk about my first music festival post the lockdowns and quarantines and my current mental state. If you have not yet attended a music festival yet since the world has reopened back up then I suggest you listen to how some festivals are operating. Follow along every week as I break the stigma and boundaries of mental health in ...
Episode 1: Hailey
October 08, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBFor my very first episode of the podcast, I decided to invite one of my best friends who use to work in the music industry with me. We covered events such as Miami Music Week, Ultra, and dabbled in some artist management. We also take a deep look into mental health inside the music industry and open up an honest discussion of what its like to work in the music industry and hear Hailey’s perspective as a woman while she worked in music and her experiences back in the festival life since the...
Episode 1: Hailey
October 08, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBFor my very first episode of the podcast, I decided to invite one of my best friends who use to work in the music industry with me. We covered events such as Miami Music Week, Ultra, and dabbled in some artist management. We also take a deep look into mental health inside the music industry and open up an honest discussion of what its like to work in the music industry and hear Hailey’s perspective as a woman while she worked in music and her experiences back in the festival life since the...