The Rec Show Podcast
David “Gldnmnd” Hicks is a Beatmaker and Hip Hop culture participant/supporter based in the United States. On The Rec Show Podcast, Gldnmnd interviews Beatmakers/Music Producers/Composers from around the world, hearing stories of beat culture, musical journeys (past and present), musical exposures and music technology. Topics include music genesis, inspirations, music superheroes, Digital Audio Workstations vs. Analog gear, Discographies, Local Beat Scene/community views and more while listening to each guest’s instrumental music compositions. Tap In!
The Rec Show Podcast
Wrex Mason
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On Episode 078, today's guest hails from Connecticut currently residing in Brooklyn, New York. He’s a Beatmaker, Audio Engineer, Live Performer, Entrepreneur and graduate of the Full Sail Academy. Please welcome Wrex Mason to the show. Enjoy!
During this episode chopped it up about his signature moniker, musical upbringings/inspirations, taught music producing using Music Generator by his cousin Mario aka Max Rice. Being exposed to the 1 of 4 Pillars of Hip-Hop at an early age (Emceeing). Wrex Mason named his Greatest Album of All Time "The 18th Letter" by Rakim (released in 1996 by Universal Records). He names his Beatmaker/Music Producer Superheros (DJ Premier, 9th Wonder, Roy Ayers, J Dilla, George Duke, Tomida, John Coltrane, Easy Mo Bee, RZA, Battle Cat, Alchemist, Pete Rock, Tokimonsta, Ras G, Samiyam, Georgia Ann Muldrow, Animas, Daringer, Pierre Born, and AFTA-1. He creates his music using music production equipment (Ableton Push 2 and Roland's SP404 MKII). He talks about the highly acclaimed "Raw Randos Vol. 1-5" albums and a highly slept on collaboration album called POWER BLACK! which featured some heavy hitters in the beat-scene (eu-IV, Kaelin Ellis, Kilamanzego, Tek.Lun, Nothin Neue and more). He talked about me making it through dark times to see brighter days in 2020 and 2021 with music. He describes what the local Beat-Scene looks like from his perspective with performances with Donut Lounge. Wrex Mason left crazy jewels and inspiring words for Beatmakers and detailed what's in store for 2023.
Wrex Mason's Recommendations:
1. Look up your favorite Beatmaker/Music Producer Interview or Beatmaking Videos
2. Questloves Supreme Podcast
3. The Rec Show Podcast (🙏🏾)
Intro Music: Lovin' It (remix) by @Illijahbeats
Featured Music: Various tracks from Wrex Mason's Music Discography (Available Here)
Social Media: @wrexmason
Website: www.wrexmason.com
Check out The Donut Lounge and amazing performances by some highly skilled Mutants in Beats.
Website: https://www.donutlounge.net
Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Gldnmnd
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