On That Note
186 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 49 ratingsOn That Note is an audio / video podcast dedicated to giving artists a platform to discuss their musical process, production choices, and personal feelings behind their songs. Less like a promotional talk show and more like a genuine conversation between music lovers, the goal for each episode is to leave the audience with a deeper understanding of their favorite artist’s personality, workflow, and inner thoughts.
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Lev
December 01, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBMy guest for this episode of On That Note crafts catchy pop melodies over driving, head-bopping beats on his new EP, "A Year Underwater" which will be out early in 2021! Make sure to check out his songs, "Always The Rain", "When I Hurt You", and his newest single, "JON BELLION", inspired by the American singer songwriter, rapper, and producer of the same name! We discuss his songwriting process, recording techniques, and tips for finding your own unique sound! Please welcome, Lev! @levso...
PORTEOUS
November 24, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBToday's guest is an incredibly talented singer songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based out of the UK! I discovered his music through a mutual friend and previous OTN guest, Sam Eagle. Fusing together elements of funk, jazz, R&B, and contemporary pop music, PORTEOUS has released numerous head-bopping tracks that are guaranteed to have you grooving the second you hear them. Go listen to his EP, 'Above Water' out now on all streaming platforms! @porteousmusic @parkerwierling @...
HYRA
November 16, 2020 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBMy guest for this episode was born in Nicaragua, raised in Miami, and now resides in Los Angeles where she's been releasing daring new music under the monicker, HYRA. She's a burgeoning Latinx, bedroom-pop artists who's songs "Sad Lullaby", "Where We Can't See", and "All That I Said" featured in popular Spotify curated playlists like 'Fresh Finds: Latin' and 'LatinX Indie Rising'. We have a lovely conversation about her songwriting process, collaborating with others, and why Lady Gaga is...
Smut
November 16, 2020 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBTodays guest has made a name for themselves in the alternative rock scene, blending elements of 90's grunge rock, indie pop, and shoegaze to create a new and exciting sound that recently landed them a deal with the acclaimed label, Bayonet Records! Their new single, 'Fan Age' is off their upcoming EP, 'Power Fantasy' which was produced by the incredibly talented Nashville-based artist Alicia Bognanno (Bully). Please welcome, Smut! @smut_online @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & ...
Skofee
November 11, 2020 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBI was ecstatic when I found out I'd be interviewing an incredibly talented singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Los Angeles. Skofee blends elements of pop, indie dance, and melancholia to express her feelings of love, loss, and longing on her debut EP, 'Polished'. We discuss her songwriting process, musical influences, and working with previous OTN guest, McCall, on her groovy song 'Bleach'. @skofeemusic @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the ...
The Judd Zingle Project
November 06, 2020 23:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBMy guest for this episode of OTN is an indie-dance, singer songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Costa Mesa, California. You can groove to his new EP, 'Forgetting All My Passwords', which is out NOW on all streaming platforms! We discuss his recording techniques, working alongside former OTN guest Delta Dagger, and why James Murphy from LCD Soundsystem is the GOAT. Please welcome, Aidan Dansey from The Judd Zingle Project! @thejuddzingleproject @parkerwierling @onthatn...
Sally Boy
November 05, 2020 19:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBFor my 28th episode of OTN, I got to sit down and talk with an imaginative , up-and-coming indie pop artist based in Los Angeles! He channels his own unique combination of pop, R&B, hip hop, indie dance and electronic music on his debut EP, 'EREZ', which is out now on all streaming platforms. Please welcome, Sally Boy! @sallyboyboi @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooooove
King Shelter
November 02, 2020 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBI've been a fan of my next guest ever since I watched him play live at the W hotel in Los Angeles in 2016! His band, King Shelter has released two albums, and EP and a handful of singles in just three years. We discuss his songwriting process, making a living playing music, and touring with bands like The Frights, and HUNNY. @kingshelter @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the loooooooooove
New Friends
October 29, 2020 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBFor my 26th episode of On That Note, I got to chat with two of the three members of the Toronto pop-rock trio, New Friends. Cole, Ayden and I discuss their writing process, working on big budget music video sets, and how to run a successful social media campaign for your new project! Check out their catchy new tune, "The Way" out now on all streaming platforms! https://open.spotify.com/track/0xa1bx08pQfnmzy043p4eS?si=wv280ZHnQbys35OMyPUYJw @newfriendsmusic @parkerwierling @onthatnote_po...
McCall
October 25, 2020 23:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBI was honored to sit down and chat with an artist who's out there changing the sound of alternative pop right now. McCall grew up in my hometown of Atlanta, GA but now finds herself settled into a new space in Minnesota, with her creative partner, working on a new project! We discuss her songwriting process, the music scene at USC, and advice she has for artists looking to find their own unique sound. Make sure to check out her new EP, "On Self Loathing", which is out now on all platforms!...
Local Opener
October 22, 2020 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBYou may know my guest from his main band, Okey Dokey. Or you may have heard his groovy collaboration with former OTN guest, BOYO, entitled "Oh, You". Either way, you'll be glad you tuned in to my enlightening conversation with singer songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Johny Fisher aka Local Opener! We discuss the keys to a successful musical partnership, extending your community, and which Beatle is his favorite! @localopenerband @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Sub...
Delta Dagger
October 20, 2020 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBMy next guest records his albums with the guitars and effect pedals he engineers himself! His new album, "Brauheist 2006" is out now on all platforms! Please welcome, John Pagliassotti from Delta Dagger! @deltadaggermusic @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooooove
Marie Naffah
October 15, 2020 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBI had the pleasure of interviewing an incredible singer songwriter based in London! My previous OTN guest, Sam Eagle named her as his most underrated artist right now! She just released her new tune, California on all platform with music video! Make sure to go check it out! Please welcome, Marie Naffah! @marienaffahmusic @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the loooooooove
BOYO
October 13, 2020 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBI was so excited to learn I was interviewing an artist I've loved for over two years now. When I first heard his song, "Hit or Miss", I knew there was something special about this artist. Since 2016, he's released four albums and a plethora of fantastic EPs, including his newest album "Where Have All My Friends Gone?" We discuss his writing and recording process, growing pains in the music industry, and which A24 films are top tier! Please welcome, BOYO!!! @hello_boyo_ @parkerwierling @o...
Loüme
October 08, 2020 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBTo ring in the 20th episode of On That Note, I invited my friend and Venice-based, indie pop producer / singer songwriter, Loüme for a chat. He consistently drops nuggets of wisdom throughout this whole interview! With two killer tracks "Up To You", "For You", and big news for 2021, Loüme is well on his way to being a household name. @loumemusic @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the loooooooove
Rujen
October 06, 2020 20:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBI was so excited when I found out I was interviewing this incredible psych rock band from my hometown of Atlanta, Georgia! In this episode of OTN, we discuss their writing and recording process, working with Jason Kingsland (engineer for Washed Out and Deerhunter), and which Atlanta music venue is the greatest! @rujenmusic @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the loooooooove
Sam Eagle
October 01, 2020 21:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBI had an amazing time chatting with an incredible DIY artist and fellow music podcaster! Sam and I discuss home studio recording techniques, growing your artistic community, and why Thom Yorke needs to run for Prime Minister! @sameaglemusic @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooove
Keithian
September 29, 2020 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBOur special guest for today's episode of On That Note is an LA based, singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, who's got a new EP coming out in November! He's had multiple TV and film placements for his songs and he even co-wrote a song for the new Rihanna record! Please welcome, Keithian! @iKeithian @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooove
The Haunts
September 24, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBSurf punk rockers, The Haunts join me for a fun-filled interview on today's episode of On That Note! We discuss their writing and recording techniques, tips for promoting live shows, and why Rhinestone Cowboy by Glen Campbell is one of the greatest songs ever. @thehauntsband @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooove
fanclubwallet
September 22, 2020 15:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBFor this episode of On That Note, I had the pleasure of chatting with my first Canadian guest! She's a bedroom-pop, singer songwriter and producer who's already released four singles this year. We discuss her DIY approach to recording music, her love for Modest Mouse, and why she explores abandoned buildings in her free time! You can pre-save her new song, "Car Crash in G Major" which will be out this Friday! @fanclubwallet @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread th...
Sin + Passion
September 17, 2020 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBI had the pleasure of hanging out with the front man of Sin + Passion, a Pomona based alt-rock trio who released their "For Those in Misery" EP last month! Tune in to listen to our conversation about the band's writing process, favorite live shows, and how they experiment with recording songs straight on casette! @iwasneverinlove @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the loooooooove
New Beat Fund
September 15, 2020 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBOn this very special episode of On That Note, I have the pleasure of sitting down with three real-life musical wizards. I met Jeff, Paul, and Shelby when I accompanied my best friend and professional photographer, Valheria Rocha to her photoshoot for their band, New Beat Fund. Not only have I been lucky enough to have had two songs mixed and co-produced by these guys, but they've provided me such an incredible wealth of knowledge for all things music and music industry related. We discus...
Clubhouse
September 10, 2020 20:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBMy next guest is an alternative pop rock band out of Columbus, Ohio, who's new single "Weekend" has been making waves since its recent release. On this episode of OTN, we discuss how they write songs together from across the country, advice they have for DIY musicians, and their experience opening for critically-acclaimed acts like HAIM, Foals, and Young The Giant! Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooooove @clubhouse_music @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast
Reggie Becton
September 07, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBMy next guest is a rapper, singer, songwriter, and overall genuinely good person who just released his newest single, Listenin'. Join us as we sit down and discuss Reggie's writing process, philosophy, and why he takes musical inspiration from the rock god, Bruce Springsteen! @reggiebecton @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the loooooooove
Maxted
September 03, 2020 20:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBFor our 10th episode of On That Note, I asked my good friend and Greensboro NC native, Riley Hough AKA Maxted, to join me for an in-depth conversation about his songwriting process, acting career, and the importance of strengthening one-on-one relationships with fellow artists. @maxted @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the loooooove
Koobrick's Island
September 01, 2020 20:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBChristopher Carillo AKA Koobrick's Island joins me today for an in-depth conversation about creating alt. rock tunes on his iPhone, facing your fears on stage, and how growing up in Rancho Cucamonga has influenced his songwriting! @koobricksisland @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooove
Koobrick's Island
September 01, 2020 20:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBChristopher Carillo AKA Koobrick's Island joins me today for an in-depth conversation about creating alt. rock tunes on his iPhone, facing your fears on stage, and how growing up in Rancho Cucamonga has influenced his songwriting! @koobricksisland @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooove
Mollie Coddled
August 26, 2020 22:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBA bedroom-pop artist and producer based in the UK, Mollie Coddled chats with me about her musical inspirations, songwriting process, and why she prefers creating music in her bedroom instead of a big, professional music studio! @mollieiscoddled @parkerwierling Like & Subscribe to spread the loooooove
Skandra
August 24, 2020 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBAlexandra Duparc, AKA Skandra is a singer songwriter, producer, and founder of the Los Angeles based pop up concert organization, Treehouse LA. We'll be talking about her writing process for the three songs she's already released this year, as well as her experience with scoring films. @skand.ra @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the loooooooove
Justus Dixon
August 20, 2020 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBAbleton wizard and mastermind behind the electronic dance project The Bradbury Post, Justus Dixon joins me to discuss his production techniques, favorite synths, and what he misses most about touring! @justusdixon @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooove
Anton Khabbaz
August 18, 2020 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBMy guest this week does it all when it comes to writing, producing, singing, and mixing. Anton Khabbaz has released two killer tracks in 2020 (Let's Fly to New Zealand, Angel Number) and has plans to release more music by the end of the year. You should also check out his company Boulevard Sound, where countless other artists have gotten their tracks professionally mixed! Anton Khabbaz: @antonkhabbaz Parker Wierling @parkerwierling @onthatnote_podcast Like & Subscribe to spread the looo...
Kid Hastings
August 13, 2020 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBJake McEvoy, AKA Kid Hastings joins me today to talk about how his move from New Jersey to Los Angeles affected his songwriting, advice he has for DIY artists, and why one of his house shows will forever live in infamy. Kid Hastings: @kidhastings Parker Wierling @parkerwierling Like & Subscribe to spread the looooooove
Saynt
August 10, 2020 01:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBSydney Wilke AKA Saynt, a genre bending, latin / pop singer songwriter joins me for an enlightening conversation about her writing process, when she'll be releasing new music, and the advice she has for up-and-coming female latin / pop artists! Sydney Wilke: @sayntmusic Parker Wierling: @parkerwierling Like & Subscribe to spread the looooove
Saynt
August 10, 2020 01:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBSydney Wilke AKA Saynt, a genre bending, latin / pop singer songwriter joins me for an enlightening conversation about her writing process, when she'll be releasing new music, and the advice she has for up-and-coming female latin / pop artists! Sydney Wilke: @sayntmusic Parker Wierling: @parkerwierling Like & Subscribe to spread the looooove
MEBO
August 09, 2020 01:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBOn the second episode of On That Note, we sit down with Matthew Boutte to discuss his songwriting style, production techniques, and how he co-founded an independent artists collective called OSSI during his time at University of Michigan.
Ethan Ardalan
August 04, 2020 20:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBOn the first episode of On That Note, rapper and filmmaker Ethan Ardalan sits down with us for an in-depth conversation about his lyrical writing process, beat selection techniques, and aspirations for filmmaking.