Turntable Teachers

On Episode 139 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome Tomo & Aytchpee to the show! Known as one of the most multi-faceted creatives in MA, Tomo can do it all as a producer, vocalist, designer, photographer, videographer, podcaster, and much more. Aytchpee is a music producer and major player within Zen Studios, a recording studio and collective based in Woburn, MA. Tomo & Aytchpee join the show as a tandem to promote their upcoming project ‘Only Right’ which is set to drop this fall. Tomo & Aytchpee discuss the project and their friendship at length, including the fortuitous way they originally met. Mike, Tomo. & Aytchpee also discuss a variety of topics, including the state of Boston’s music & creative scene, why taking breaks is essential in order to be productive, why traveling is important for inspiration, whether or not Tomo stands by some of his hot takes on Bad for the Community Podcast, and so much more. Follow Tomo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kobk617/ Follow Aytchpee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aytchpee_/ https://www.clothesbytomo.com/ Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ

On Episode 137 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome back music manager and entrepreneur Tyler Donovan! Tyler catches us up with what he’s been up to since he was last on the podcast over two years ago, as he’s working with a new roster of talented artists that include CRONIN, Cheeks, Different Font, dylxn, mira, Preston Alexander, amongst others. Specifically, Tyler has entered the electronic music space, and discusses the differences between working with indie pop artists and electronic artists. Tyler & Mike also have a variety of conversations, including the ways in which music exudes different emotions, adaptability being a major key to success, why gratitude is so essential to life, and so much more. Follow Tyler Donovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deevodagenius/ Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ

On Episode 135 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome singer/songwriter Faybee to the show! Faybee has been making music for a number of years, often collaborating with the JMC collective. Faybee talks at length on how JMC members Timi O, l.ucas, Jiida, & Deric Wagner have impacted her music career and helped her to grow overall as an artist. She also reflects on the creative direction of her single “Fall Back” along with the accompanied music video shot and edited by Jacob Rodier. Faybee and Mike also discuss a variety of other topics include Faybee’s favorite break-up songs, a wild story about being chased by pedicabs in NYC, her favorite reality shows, what she misses most about the 90s, and so much more! Follow Faybee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfaybee/?hl=en Watch the "Fall Back" music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSnpjnNYvPc Stream "Fall Back" Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6Nsw8QDHXhNl4f2DHHYAaW?si=fb9d51d7c3ea457d Stream "Fall Back" Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/fall-back-single/1791260243 Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ

On Episode 133 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome one of Boston’s brightest young music stars and best performers, the one and only SeeFour! SeeFour is fresh off a deep run on Season 2 of Netflix’s premier hip-hop show, Rhythm & Flow, where he made it all the way to the Battle Round, losing a tight contest to finalist Sura Ali, but received high praise from the likes of Eminem, Ludacris, Latto, & DJ Khaled. Since then, SeeFour has been steadily on the rise in popularity nationwide, and recently released the deluxe edition of his album ‘Spirit of a Warrior’. SeeFour dives into his experiences on Rhythm & Flow at length, as well as shares his inspiration behind ‘Spirit of a Warrior’. SeeFour also shares highlight moments of his early days as an artist, most notably winning Leedz Edutainment’s Rap Race at the young age of 16, beating out notable established artists. It is there where he met Rob Kelley-Morgan, CEO of PutInWork Records, who has been managing SeeFour ever since. Their partnership is one of friendship, trust, and dedication that has made them both incredibly successful both together and individually. SeeFour describes the impact of Rob on his life, and shares some highlight moments that include a hilarious night at an Atlanta strip club, losing his voice on tour, and so much more. Follow SeeFour on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealseefour/ Stream ‘Spirit of a Warrior’ on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0ons0Cd9Jo7qn16exvGE01?si=6fG-xhm6R3iToUA0h7lFgA Stream ‘Spirit of a Warrior’ on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/spirit-of-a-warrior-deluxe/1809435133 Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ

On Episode 131 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome the hip-hop legend and Lawrence, MA native, Termanology, to the show! Termanology’s illustrious career includes a discography of 50+ albums, with collaborations that range from Mac Miller, Paul Wall, Bun B, Statik Selektah, and so many more. He’s even hit the Billboard charts on multiple occasions. Despite the fact that Termanology is a nationally known figure, his roots are still deeply tied to MA. Term and Mike discuss the state of MA music currently, as well as reflect on his come-up in Lawrence during a time when multiple acts like the aforementioned producer Statik Selektah, rapper Reks, and the late singer/songwriter Nawlege, all rose in their respective fames. As an elder statesmen at this point in his career, Term has brought much of his wealth of knowledge into the education field, where he teaches young people how to write music and produce, in partnership with Change the Play, as well as his own non-profit, Good Dad Gang. Term has also written a book ‘100 Ways to Be a Better Dad’ which has changed the narrative as well as the lives of single dads and parents throughout the country, all of which Term discusses at length. We also have a special edition of Pop Quiz, where Term brings on a guest of his own, friend and vinyl connoisseur, Chico, as they go through some of their favorite vinyls within their respective collections, which include numerous special and exclusive editions that you may not see anywhere else. Follow Termanology on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teeba_forbes/ Stream Termanology's music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7oF48iRjggIDjtfRcmmMvl?si=c10294B3THOdqgBMNSPRiA Stream Termanology's music on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/termanology/250058872 Visit Good Dad Gang non-profit website and support by buying the novel or merch: https://www.gooddadgang.com/store/p/100-ways-to-be-a-better-dad-book Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ

On Episode 129 of the Guest Speaker series, we welcome multi-talented ALXNE to the show! ALXNE is a full-fledged creative as an artist, producer, instrumentalist, engineer, and podcaster on the award-winning Highstreet. ALXNE shares his background beginning as a guitarist, which ultimately led him down the path he’s on today. As a guitarist, he’s played in multiple bands and toured the country, most notably on Justin Clancy’s tour in 2024. ALXNE is now focused on the upcoming release of his album ‘Placebo’ which showcases his range as an artist instrumentally and vocally. As someone who engineers and produces for others frequently, ALXNE & Mike also discuss the difficulty in balancing creating for others and finding time to create for yourself. ALXNE also reflects on Highstreet winning Podcast of the Year at the Boston Music Awards, detailing how far the show has come, while highlighting some of their notable guests, which include Lil Xan, Dom McLennon of BROCKHAMPTON, amongst others. ALXNE & Mike also discuss a range of topics including the history and reputation of psychedelics in the mainstream world, Playboi Carti’s latest album and whether or not music should be labeled as “good or bad”, ALXNE’s love for arcade games at Roxy’s, and so much more. Full episode is out now on YouTube and all podcast streaming platforms! Follow ALXNE on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iam_alxne/ Follow Highstreet on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getonhighstreet/ Stream "Need You backspc" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3BQAiH6wnr2ZYv1Zgq9i6J?si=5M9CMcQ5SMmCtSFZVS8SNA Stream '"Need You backspc" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/need-you-backspc-single/1752965621 Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ

On Episode 127 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome back a legend of Boston hip-hop, M-Dot, to the show! This is M-Dot’s second appearance (first since 2021) and he did not disappoint, discussing a number of topics, including his latest project ‘Daze of Greed’. He also has 3 albums ready for release in 2025, including joint albums with Big Shug and Confidence, as well as a solo project, proving he is still one of the hardest working emcees in the game today. He also shares his experiences from his 16 international tours, with a 17th tour scheduled for the spring and summer. M-Dot also reflects on a variety of other topics, including fatherhood, being sampled on Logic’s “Vinyl Days”, getting a sync placement on 50 Cent’s show “BMF”, and a touching never-before heard story about a fan’s tragic death, whom M-Dot dedicated ‘Daze of Greed’ to, and so much more. Follow M-Dot on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdotboston/ Stream 'Daze of Greed' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0nlVItFlcQEwtHWM2T91cx?si=ZwokYkeeQz6qKVC_drLpgg Stream 'Daze of Greed' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/daze-of-greed/1735430729 Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ

On Episode 125 of the Guest Speaker Series, the multi-talented singer, producer, composer, and instrumentalist, Johan Lenox, returns for his third appearance. This time, we recorded the episode inside of Landsdowne Pub in Boston, ahead of his opening performance at House of Blues for 070 Shake’s Petrichor tour. Johan catches us up with what he’s been up to since his last appearance on the show, including the release of his second full-length studio album ‘I Guess We’ll Find Out’ which hit all DSP’s back in March 2024. However, much of the material on the album is still deeply relevant today regarding the political and social climate, and even the impact of the recent LA fires, which Johan & Mike talk at length about. Johan also talks about his experience conducting an orchestra for A$AP Rocky at Rolling Loud in Thailand, having a heavy hand in production for 070 Shake’s Petrichor, as well as the visual experience that was made into a ballet, and so much more. Special thanks to Mass Effect for helping us with production on this episode, and for a surprise segment! Support LA Wildfire Relief Funds: https://calaborfed.org/la-wildfire/ Follow Johan Lenox on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johanlenox/ Stream "When Morning Comes" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/1i3bwZl6DBEp6MwC0ZNdlY?si=e8dd2511cd314376 Stream "When Morning Comes" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/when-morning-comes-single/1786197416 Stream 'I Guess We'll Find Out' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/758LiolG2sIRlHos2xg3tw?si=7OMAO0ISTYGnRrD8GPttHQ Stream 'I Guess We'll Find Out' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-guess-well-find-out/1735023396 Support LA Wildfire Relief Funds: https://calaborfed.org/la-wildfire/ Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ