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The Jazz & HipHop Synthesis

The Jazz & HipHop Synthesis

By Sen

In this podcast, we will dive into some of my heroes on the drums. They can flawlessly merge Jazz and HipHop, but what is it about this crossover that works so well? Let's get inspired and find out together by looking at their stories, quotes, anecdotes and tons of examples. You can find me on Instagram @jazzhiphopsynthesis for updates and more content.
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Interview Nello Biasini (from Greyheads)

The Jazz & HipHop SynthesisFeb 09, 2021

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Interview Nello Biasini (from Greyheads)

Interview Nello Biasini (from Greyheads)

Let's start this year with something fun! This week I am joined by Nello Biasini; bandleader and drummer of Greyheads. He describes himself as; 
'Hip Hop lover. Jazz addicted. Soul brother. Electronic freak. Studio geek', so if you can relate to that, this will be perfect for you. 

How did moving from Italy to Rotterdam change him and his way of drumming? What influences and motivates him as a drummer? What are his thoughts on different music scenes and how the Dutch scene could learn and improve? Also, the podcast contains loads of diverse examples of music that inspired Nello.

Feb 09, 202156:47
Interview Dae Han: Struggles and Passion

Interview Dae Han: Struggles and Passion

An open and personal interview with Jazz and HipHop drummer Dae Han. We discuss his career and the struggles he faces. We talk about his influences, important figures in his life and listen to inspirations and examples of his.

You can find me on Instagram @jazzhiphopsynthesis for more updates and content.
The podcast is now also available on Spotify, where you can find me under the same name.

See you next week!

Feb 09, 202142:34
Ahmir 'Questlove' Thompson: More Than a Drummer

Ahmir 'Questlove' Thompson: More Than a Drummer

In this week's episode, we will look at the legendary Questlove.  By listening to examples of classic albums and projects, hearing him discuss working with D'Angelo and going over some highlights in his career we will find out what made him such an iconic character.
Spoiler: It's not just his hair.

You can find me on Instagram @jazzhiphopsynthesis for more updates and content.
The podcast is now also available on Spotify, where you can find me under the same name.

See you next week!

Feb 09, 202114:58
Karriem Riggins: From Jazz to J Dilla.

Karriem Riggins: From Jazz to J Dilla.

In the second episode of the Jazz & HipHop Synthesis, we will look at the career of drummer and producer Karriem Riggins. How did Karriem’s career start? How does he use samples? What projects did Karriem work on? What was J Dilla’s influence? And what makes him a good drummer? The answers to these questions (and many more) will be answered, by the use of stories, quotes and examples.

Follow me on Instagram; @jazzhiphopsynthesis for more info.
 Find me on Spotify: 
https://open.spotify.com/user/sen.jordens?si=p0JsHtqkTLKFypVvapUYug
 where I have a ton of Playlists to check out. I hope you enjoy it. 

 See you next week!

Feb 09, 202113:51
Chris "Daddy" Dave: Jazz/Hip-Hop Drummer

Chris "Daddy" Dave: Jazz/Hip-Hop Drummer

In the first episode of the Jazz & HipHop Synthesis, we will look at the legendary Chris Dave. We will learn about his life, inspirations, career and more. And of course; listen to some records. 

Follow me on Instagram; @jazzhiphopsynthesis for more info.
Find me on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/sen.jordens?si=p0JsHtqkTLKFypVvapUYug
where I have a ton of Playlists to check out. I hope you enjoy it. 

Use this link to find many more Chris Dave tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2GfrD9TaUE9G0n5y4INhrP?si=mCbmyoL_RDqYabuTlxACKg

Feb 09, 202112:48