Klephtomania - The Bass Kleph Podcast

Are you stuck in the loop? endlessly starting new tracks but never finishing them? In this episode of Producer Talk with Bass Kleph, we’re diving deep into the art of finishing your tracks, and why it’s critical to your growth as a music producer. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck as a “Loop Hoarder” or “Eight-Bar Prisoner,” this episode will help you break free from those habits. We’ll cover why finishing songs fast and often is the key to success, how to set realistic deadlines, and a proven system to get you out of the loop, without sacrificing quality. I’ll also share tips on how to balance music production with your busy schedule—whether you’re juggling a full-time job, family, or other commitments. Key Takeaways:  • Why finishing your songs is essential for getting more exposure, fans, and gigs  • How to create a track-finishing system that works, even with limited time  • The benefits of building a portfolio of completed tracks vs. hoarding unfinished ideas  • Practical advice on setting deadline

Episode 25: The 8 Mixdown Myths Holding You Back from Release-Ready Records Are mixdown myths secretly sabotaging your tracks? In this episode, we dive deep into eight of the most common mixdown myths that might be preventing you from achieving that pro-level sound. These are mistakes producers unknowingly make, often due to bad advice circulating on YouTube and other platforms. I’ll reveal the truth behind these myths and show you a better way to approach your mixdowns—from plugin techniques to mastering, stereo width, kick drum clarity, and the never-ending debate of hardware vs. digital. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re learning from the right sources or falling for common traps, this episode will give you the tools to spot these myths in the future and create release-ready tracks with confidence. Want to take your skills to the next level? At the end of the episode, I share details about my upcoming advanced mixdown course, Pro Sound Secrets, where you can unlock the exact techniques I’ve used to at

The Dangerous Myth That’s Stalling Your Music Career. Are You Sabotaging Your Own Music Without Realizing It? www.basskleph.com/pss  

Today’s special guest is Haus Of Panda from Speed World He’s released on Barong Family, Monstercat, Ultra, Musical Freedom, Brooklyn Fire & more. Remixed for Knife Party, Tommy Sunshine. His music is supported by… Tiesto, Diplo, Alan Walker, Jauz. & more, and he also Invented the genre "Speed House”, and runs the label and events company Speed World.  In the interview we talk about speed house, his story, and loads of music producer tips too.  https://www.instagram.com/hausofpanda/

Cult Creatives are a Los Angeles studio known for standout branding and marketing in music and fashion. Their team handles brand identities, global campaigns, tour visuals, pop-ups, and social media strategies. Clients include Chris Lake, Dim Mak Records, Gareth Emery, and Puma, and many more.  In the interview we cover what is branding and why you need it, essential branding and marketing strategies for artists, brand development and the role of social media, creative collaboration, and audience engagement techniques.  Check out the new course "Integrity Amplified" at https://www.basskleph.com/branding

Tommy Trash is a highly accomplished and internationally recognized record producer, boasting Platinum-selling status and a prestigious Grammy nomination. His extensive discography spans across an array of distinguished labels, including Mau5trap, Spinnin, Ministry of Sound, Armada, OWSLA, Hypnovizion, Fools Gold, Axtone, Dim Mak, Protocol, Refune, and others.   One of his standout achievements includes the chart-topping success of "Reload," which has garnered an impressive 227 million streams, attesting to his unparalleled musical prowess and global appeal. Tommy Trash has collaborated with industry luminaries such as Sebastian Ingrosso, Atrak, Kill the Noise, and has lent his remixing talents to renowned artists like Swedish House Mafia, Deadmau5, Tiga, Zedd, Steve Aoki, Nicky Romero, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, among many others.   With an illustrious career, Tommy Trash has graced the stages of virtually every major music festival and performed in renowned cities worldwide. His unparalleled talent, com

Normally on this show I interview other producers, but today we’re going to to do something different. We’re going to interview me. Well, my good friend Jimi Frew from Emanate is anyway. I recently an interview for Emanate and thought i’d share it with you guys too.  In the interview we talk about my story, touring around the world, my first #1 records, and my top tips for music producers that want to do I did, and more https://emanate.live  https://www.basskleph.com  

Tommy is the drummer from the world famous Motley Crue, but he’s also a DJ and producer and has written and played in many other projects like Nine Inch Nails, Rob Zombie, Incubus, and some of his own, such as Methods Of Mayhem, Electro Mayhem, and his 3 solo albums. He’s toured all over the globe, lived the dream, and generally defined what it means to be a world famous rockstar. In the interview we talk about the universal truths of rock and electronic music, what makes a great drum beat, building a following, switching genres, and some studio tips n tricks. https://www.instagram.com/tommylee/ Listen to ANDRO https://open.spotify.com/album/5hkZhXTPhLJ0YDmkzZ3oLR?si=_P32dvUlRKWMLgUMHtTwsg https://www.instagram.com/motleycrue/    

They’ve released on Still For Talent, Bedrock, Katermukke, & Einmusika, done remixes for Stephan Bodzin, Boris Brejcha, & Tocadisco, & performed in Tomorrowland, Brazil, Japan, Mexico, Australia and all across the globe. ⁠ ⁠ In the interview we talk about Techno, arpeggios, arranging, how to be underground but still catchy, and much more. ⁠ https://masterclassdnoxandbeckers.com/ing https://soundcloud.com/d-nox_beckers D-Nox https://www.instagram.com/djdnox/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/1TqcQwnBqloJrKkGs4l4LT?si=xYnKU7H0T_aeaKjGeRtSZA https://www.facebook.com/dnoxofficial Frankey & Sandrino https://www.instagram.com/frankey_and_sandrino/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/50AWbCtpX2Hk9qnocJ34gk?si=-X_d0A4PTSSa_mS2grczzg https://www.facebook.com/frankeyandsandrino    

Today’s special guest is Haus Of Panda. The inventor of Speed House. He’s released on Ultra, Musical Freedom, & Brooklyn Fire, and done remixes for Knife Party and Tommy Sunshine.  His music is supported by… Tiesto, Diplo, Alan Walker, Jauz, and his debut EP entitled “Speed House,” had 3 tracks charting in the Beatport Top 100 simultaneously.  In the interview we talk about sound design, finishing songs, mixdowns, mindset, developing your own sound, getting signed and of course, Speed House

Today’s special guest is Jon Pegnato but you might know him from his projects including LA RIOTS, Cobra Effect, & Hotmouth   He’s released on Atlantic, Capitol, Interscope, Foolsgold, Dirty Bird, Spinnin, and performed worldwide at huge festivals including EDC, Coachella, and Burning Man.   In the interview, we talk about groove, music theory, & how to write fast.    We also talk about some big mistakes that a lot of new producers are making, and what they should do instead.    Check out his new course 60 MIN SONGS   Use the code PODCAST60 to get 10% off at checkout.  

Today’s special guest is Mark Yardley from the world famous kings of Breakbeat, The Stanton Warriors   They've released on OWSLA, XL Recordings, collaborated with Big Daddy Kane, Twista, & Eska, performed at Coachella, Glastonbury, Burning Man and Ultra and remixed Claude Von Stroke, Fat Boy Slim, Busta Rhymes, and many more.   This interview is huge. In fact it is the longest ever episode of Producer Talk.    We cover so many topics from writing to mentality, to the industry and more   FOLLOW MARK YARDLEY & STANTON WARRIORS https://stantonwarriors.com https://www.peakproducertraining.com https://www.instagram.com/stantonwarriors/  

Today’s special guest is Ed Brew from a new company called Label Radar   They specialize in connecting artists with record labels, and promoters. Their company caught my eye as we all know how difficult the process of demo submission can be. The industry has been needing an easier way for a while now, and this, might just be it.    In the interview, we talk about exactly what Label Radar is and how it can help, but Ed also shares advice for artists trying to get signed, insight on where the music industry is heading, and answers questions like... should you start your own label, should you do free releases, and more.   Basically, If you are trying to get signed right now, this is the episode for you. https://www.labelradar.com/

Brux has released on Dim Mak, and Fools Gold, colab’d with Matroda and Madeaux, remixed PNAU, and had huge success with The Billboard charts and on Australia’s national radio station Triple JJJ In the interview, we talk about how this fellow Australian launched and maintains such a successful new project while keeping her identity secret. We also talk about managers, collaborating, the gear she uses, playing live, her struggles and how she got past them. FOLLOW BRUX www.instagram.com/itsbrux/ www.basskleph.com  

Today’s special guest is Deepchild.   He has remixed New Order and Books Shade, released on Get Physical, BBE, Sleaze, Leisure System, Future Classic and many more.  Plus he’s done a bunch of amazing albums and toured all over the world including Panorama Bar.  Often as a live electronic act.    In the interview, we talk about how this fellow Australian broke into Berlin and Berghain, what you need to know before playing live, his sound design secrets, and how you can actually make your music sound better by doing less.   https://www.instagram.com/deepchild/   https://deepchild.bandcamp.com   https://soundcloud.com/deepchild   for more on Bass Kleph https://www.basskleph.com  

Today’s special guest is JoeySuki! In the interview we talk about how he organized a collab with Hardwell, what grew his career, how he helps producers with Artist Coaching, and his top tips for how you should approach the mentality of YOUR music and YOUR career.   https://www.instagram.com/joeysuki/   https://www.instagram.com/artistcoachingnl/   https://www.artistcoaching.nl   for more on Bass Kleph https://www.basskleph.com  

Today’s special guest is Morgan Page   This GRAMMY-nominated producer ]has dozens of hit releases,  has racked up hundreds of millions of plays, and charted multiple Billboard, Beatport, and US Dance Radio #1s.   He’s performed at major festivals across the world, including Coachella, EDC, Electric Zoo, Burning Man, and Ultra Music Festival. He also has his own radio show called ‘In The Air’ that has broadcasted weekly for over eight years, and is approaching episode number 450!   In the interview we talk about the future of music technology, how he finds his singers and produces his vocals, what equipment he uses and why he got rid of most of it, what makes something catchy, the importance of feedback, how to sustain success, how to find inspiration, mixdown tips, and more.    FOLLOW MORGAN PAGE: https://www.instagram.com/morganpage/   Morgan Page Quick Tips mpquicktips.com     more info on Bass Kleph www.basskleph.com

Today’s special guest is Dj Yoda. He’s a multi-award-winning hip-hop dj and producer, headlining festivals and clubs around the world. He also regularly pushes the boundaries of music, art and performance. especially with his audio visual turntablist performances. In the interview we talk about his Audio Visual live show, how he finishes music so fast, why you should colab more, why sonic character is important, how to sound unique, how to start right in turntablism, and much more FOLLOW DJ YODA: https://www.instagram.com/djyodauk/   more info on Bass Kleph > www.basskleph.com

Today’s special guest is Will Clarke. He regularly releases on Claude Von Strokes label Dirty Bird, and has also released on True Soul, Octopus, & Relief Records. In the interview, we talk about how he became part of the Dirty Bird family, how he naturally developed a unique sound, his sound design techniques, how he designs his songs for DJing, and the art of simplicity. FOLLOW WILL CLARKE: https://www.instagram.com/djwillclarke/ more info on Bass Kleph > www.basskleph.com

Today's special guest is Le Castle Vania. He’s signed records to Mau5trap, toured with Deadmau5, and scored music for John Wick 1, 2, and the trailer of 3. He’s also the head of the audio department for First Contact, a video game development studio that has created games for Sony Playstation, & Oculus.   FOLLOW LE CASTLE VANIA: https://www.instagram.com/lecastlevania/   more info on Bass Kleph > www.basskleph.com