The Pinnacle
30 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsExploring the world of music, art and business together 🎻
Hosted by Pinnacle 🕺🏽
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#29: Quavo and Future Producer Reveals His SECRET VSTs | Macshooter49
August 13, 2023 16:48 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBIn today's episode, Macshooter49 and Pinnacle discuss his favourite secret VSTs, the best ways to improve your music production and learning, and ways to stay disciplined during your process and career.
#28: The Future of A.I. and Music | Dave Edwards
June 21, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBIn today's episode, Dave and Pinnacle discuss the future of A.I. and it's role and effect on the music industry. They also discuss Dave's role as Head of Revenue at Audiomack, and his experiences and lessons derived from there as it pertains to A.I. and the future of music. Producers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ Guest: https://www.instagram.com/daveedwards/ Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnaclea...
#27: Producing for Kanye and Dua Lipa | Rayan
May 15, 2023 13:26 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBProducers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ In today's episode, Rayan and Pinnacle discuss his creative process and how he draws inspiration from his experiences and emotions. Rayan also talks about his use of layers and how he likes to add subtle details to his beats to make them more interesting. He emphasizes the importance of taking breaks when working on a beat and coming back with fresh ears. Rayan als...
#26: Multi-Platinum Billboard #1 Producer from Canada | Txpski
May 02, 2023 15:28 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBIn today's episode, Multi-Platinum Producer Txpski and Pinnacle discuss his work with Chris Brown, Ye Ali and MIKExANGEL. They talk about shifting roles in the industry and building a good network and support system. Txpski discusses his future trajectory and what he has in store for 2023. Producers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ Guest: https://www.instagram.com/txpski Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com...
#25: Producing Bank Account for Baby Keem and Lil Uzi | Soldado
April 28, 2023 17:39 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBIn today's episode, Soldado and Pinnacle discuss his music production and his collaborations with artists such as Baby Keem, Lil Uzi, ASAP Ferg, and Migos, noting his preference for using one shots and emphasizing the importance of unique sound design and FX. Pinnacle and him provide advice for new producers, including the value of consistency and the importance of having fun and being creative. Additionally, they stress the importance of networking and building relationships with collaborat...
#24: Producing on Chris Brown's 'Royalty' | Goldenboy
March 22, 2023 23:05 - 1 hour - 56 MBIn today's episode, Goldenboy and Pinnacle discuss his placement with Chris Brown, creating relaxed studio sessions, putting his beats out there through a beat battle, and his best advice for producers starting out. Producers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ Guest: https://www.instagram.com/goldenboy/?hl=en Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleatthetop/ Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/sh...
#23: From Classical Music to Platinum Producer | Moo Latte
March 15, 2023 17:35 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBProducers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ In today's episode, Moo Latte and Pinnacle discuss making transitions in your career, facing rejection as a musician, playing live shows, and going platinum with Polish rapper Mata. Guest: https://www.instagram.com/moolattemusic Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleatthetop/ Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Iuuuie1skJOOAtLxg3Ie5?si=27de84daf09d4...
#22: Some Antidotes to Creative Block
March 08, 2023 20:16 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBProducers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ In today's episode, Pinnacle discusses his controversial twitter thread on creative block. He expands on his ideas further, and addresses the controversy regarding his points. Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleatthetop/ Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Iuuuie1skJOOAtLxg3Ie5?si=27de84daf09d4e37 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3GIP58l Tim...
#21: Staying Consistent With Music While Completing School | Wvssim
February 07, 2023 14:26 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBIn today's episode, Wvssim and Pinnacle discuss how post-secondary students and people with full-time jobs can manage to release consistent music and content on a low, or no budget. Wvssim is an artist who produces all of his own instrumentals, and takes care of the majority of the releases and content by himself. He's successfully graduated and acquired a job through his degree, which has now enabled him to devote more funds and free time to his craft and passion. Producers serious about t...
#20: How Kodoku Got MILLIONS of Streams Without a Label | Kodoku & Nick Nash
January 31, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBIn today's episode, Kodoku, Nick Nash, and Pinnacle discuss amassing a hundreds of thousands of monthly listeners, how to use TikTok to your advantage, almost joining the military and moving past your old self onto greater things. Producers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ Guests: https://www.instagram.com/kod.oku https://instagram.com/nicknashmusic Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleatthetop/ ...
#19: The BEST Way To Learn New Musical Skills | John Wehmeyer
January 24, 2023 21:30 - 1 hour - 103 MBJohn Wehmeyer and Pinnacle discuss the best way to learn new musical skills, the importance of keeping the FLOW in studio sessions, setting up a workspace conducive to your workflow and much, much more. Producers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ John Wehmeyer: https://www.instagram.com/johnwehmeyer_/ Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleatthetop/ Timestamps: 00:00 - John Wehmeyer Introduction 02...
#19: The BEST Way To Learn New Musical Skills | john wehmeyer
January 24, 2023 21:30 - 1 hour - 103 MBjohn wehmeyer and Pinnacle discuss the best way to learn new musical skills, the importance of keeping the FLOW in studio sessions, setting up a workspace conducive to your workflow and much, much more. Producers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ john wehmeyer: https://www.instagram.com/johnwehmeyer_/ Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleatthetop/ Timestamps: 00:00 - John Wehmeyer Introduction 02...
#18: Berklee Student on Songwriting and Creative Process | Ella Allice
January 17, 2023 00:12 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBIn today's episode, Ella Allice and Pinnacle discuss her journey to Berklee School of Music, her songwriting process, and overcoming common mental hurdles in the music industry. Producers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ Ella Allice: https://www.instagram.com/EllaAllice/ Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleatthetop/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Ella Allice Introduction 01:15 - Playing Violin At Age 7 02...
#17: From Hollywood to Producing | Andrew Astor
January 11, 2023 12:15 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBProducers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ Andrew Astor: https://www.instagram.com/andrewastor/ Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleatthetop/ Mentioned by Andrew: https://www.instagram.com/stashguapo https://www.instagram.com/ifpurplewasasound https://www.instagram.com/sam_chris__ https://www.instagram.com/youreaveragejosh Brandon Iowk Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Getting Into Acting 4...
#16: The Secret to Producing for Drake | Eli Brown
October 09, 2022 21:00 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBEli Brown talks to Pinnacle about producing on Drake's 'Certified Lover Boy' album, meeting Frank Dukes and dropping a Kingsway pack. They also discuss entrepreneurship and how to make money in the music industry.
#15: Geminichxld on Releasing A Kingsway Pack, The Worst Beat Ever
July 11, 2022 13:17 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBToday, Pinnacle and Gemini discuss his debut Kingsway release and how it transpired, the worst beat he has ever heard, and important questions about French Montana.
#14: Jackson Romain on Being A Multi-Platinum Producer, Staying Ahead of The Curve
March 22, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 83.7 MBToday, Pinnacle and Jackson discuss being a multiplatinum producer, creativity, and Staying Ahead of The Curve. Jackson dives into staying creative, experimenting, and disobeying rules. Jackson Romain has unreleased music with some of your favourite artists.
#13: Horuhe San on Waveforce, Developing Artists and Creating a Team
February 05, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 78.5 MBToday, Pinnacle and Horuhe San discuss Waveforce, developing artists and creating a team. Horuhe delves into balancing everything at once, making compromises, and creating efficiency. Horuhe San is a producer and the founder of the Waveforce collective.
#12: Nick Nash on Working With Yung Pinch, Millions of Streams, Dropping Out of School
January 18, 2022 21:54 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBToday, Pinnacle and Nick Nash discuss being in the studio with Yung Pinch, Viral's billboard #1 plaque from a Young Thug song, dropping out of school, and moving to LA. Nick Nash is a producer who is a part of the viral collective. He first found success in working with local independent artists and racking up millions of streams through their songs.
#11: WAVES on Kingsway Sample Library, Ging (Frank Dukes), Where's The Cookup, Lil Mosey
January 10, 2022 06:35 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBToday, Pinnacle and Waves discuss the Kingsway Sample Library, Ging (Frank Dukes), Where's The Cook Up, Lil Mosey, and much more. He's a Gold Certified producer known for his work with Lil Mosey, Kingsway Sample Library, Xanman, and many more.
#10: Mini Producer - Getting A Manager, Being In Snapchat Documentary, Tory Lanez Tweet
January 06, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBToday, Pinnacle and Mini Producer discuss him being in a Snapchat documentary, creating content, the controversial Tory Lanez Tweet, and getting an amazing manager. He's known for his online content and his work with YBN Almighty Jay, Yung Bleu, and WifiIsFuneral.
#9: Tyler Genius 2 - How To Travel For Your Career, Handling Legal Situations, BigheadOnTheBeat
December 24, 2021 22:34 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBToday, Pinnacle and Tyler Genius discuss writing camps, BigheadOnTheBeat, how to handle legal situations in music, how to travel for your career and much more. He's known for his work with Lil Skies, Landon Cube, Vanilla Ice, Chris Patrick and many more.
#8: Solo Riches - Talks Lean Chihiro, The BIGGEST LESSON He's Learned, And Working For Free
June 27, 2021 01:52 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBToday, Pinnacle and Solo Riches discuss the biggest lesson he's learned, his artist Lean Chihiro, networking etiquette. Solo Riches is an audio engineer and A&R. He's known for his work with Lil Durk, Gunna, PNB Rock, Lil Keed, and Madeintyo.
#7: iBEENART - Wanting To Quit, Working With Upcoming Artists, Going To LA and Content Creation
June 18, 2021 01:41 - 1 hour - 80.8 MBToday, Pinnacle and Ibeenart discuss working with upcoming artists, going to LA, networking, wanting to quit and more. Ibeenart is a music producer and content creator. He's well known for his generosity towards producers and artists through his helpful content.
#6: Mental Health - The I LOVE YOU Sample Pack
May 06, 2021 02:14 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBPinnacle discusses his break from social media, his personal experiences with mental health and physical health, and the 'I LOVE U' Sample Pack. This episode is less edited than usual due to the nature of the topics discussed, therefore it is a little messy at times. Disclaimer: This episode touches on mental health and topics such as overdoses and suicide.
#5: TylerGenius - Pricing, Business vs. Creative, Bad Contracts
June 14, 2020 16:05 - 1 hour - 92.3 MBTylerGenius and Pinnacle touch on a variety of topics. There will be a part two very soon due to them going on multiple tangents including vaping, baby James Bond, and googling random quotes. Regardless, there are gems in here about mental health as a producer, pricing your beats well, and bad artist contacts to name a few.
#4: OVRCZ - Personal Branding, Versatility, Publishing and Contracts
February 08, 2020 01:02 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBIn this episode we are joined by Internet Money member OVRCZ to discuss a variety a topics pertaining to the industry. We talk about personal branding on social media, varsatility in music, publishing and other topics related to contracts and PROs.
#3: Solo Riches - Audio Engineering, Gunna, Networking, Mindset
January 06, 2020 04:49 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBIn this episode, Solo Riches reveals how he quit his job, took a chance, and navigated the industry ultimately leading to big connections. His credits and network speak for themselves, and his willingness to share knowledge online is a testament to the type of person he is.
#2: Nick Nash -- Twitter Producer Controversy, Working With Artists In Person, School, Being Smart About Placements
October 30, 2019 01:58 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode, Nick Nash and I discuss his controversial tweet, working with artists in person, school, video games, an awkward question about coffee, and finally a tough story about how 'shot' myself in the foot with regards to a major artist placement and how other producers are essentially told by the community to do the same. I also accidentally accuse Chu of tweeting something at Nick which he never did (sorry Chu).
How to Make Your First Sale
April 18, 2018 02:07 - 9 minutes - 9.16 MBI get asked this question ALL the time. I know other producers do as well. I thought I would sum up my thoughts in this quick 10-minute episode on how to get your first sale in 2018.