Klephtomania - The Bass Kleph Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Jon Pegnato — one of our top mentors at Bass Kleph and the creator of Melodic Secrets and 60-Minute Sounds — to unpack the biggest breakthroughs (and blockers) he’s seen while helping hundreds of music producers improve their tracks. We talk about:  • The most common habits that keep producers stuck  • Why less is usually more in songwriting and sound design  • How feedback can speed up your progress (when it’s the right kind)  • The truth about creative “flow” vs finishing tracks  • What separates the producers who get signed from the ones who never finish Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been producing for years, Jon shares tons of powerful takeaways from behind the scenes of his mentoring sessions.

In today’s episode, I sit down with Daniel Fowler, a genre-blending producer whose sound fuses Daft Punk, Justice, and Japanese City Pop with a modern emotional edge. We dive deep into his personal journey — from getting stuck chasing perfection, to finally finishing music he’s proud of and thriving creatively. Daniel shares how facing personal loss became a powerful catalyst for growth, how he found his unique sound by combining the styles he loves, and how community, feedback, and structure helped him level up his mixdowns and production. We also explore the mindset shifts that helped him let go of perfectionism, embrace progress, and unlock faster, more confident creative flow. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed by endless tweaking, or unsure of your musical identity, Daniel’s story will inspire you to keep going — and to trust that your best work is still ahead of you. His new album Alive (with Zai Kowen) is out now on Neon City Records — check it out in the links below!  

How does a U.S. Air Force bomber pilot end up producing emotional, growly melodic dubstep tracks that rival the pros? In this episode of Producer Talk with Bass Kleph, we sit down with MSKT (aka Musket) — an active-duty fighter pilot with a love for EDM and an obsession with sound design. He opens up about:  • Listening to EDM while flying 18-hour missions  • Starting music production during COVID — then quitting  • What finally made things click in his productions  • The struggles of mixing and layering too many synths  • How working with Bass Kleph and Pro Sound Secrets took his tracks from “decent” to “damn near perfect”  • His newest track “Into The Dark” — his proudest work yet

In this episode of Producer Talk with Bass Kleph, we’re joined by Seb from Frequency Upgrade — a producer whose path through music is anything but ordinary. From spinning acid techno in the 90s to living off-grid and building his own studio, Seb shares how he reignited his creative fire and returned with a mission: to blend club-shaking techno with deep spiritual intention, alongside his wife Tracy. We dive into:  • How Seb made the leap from analog hardware to modern digital mixdowns  • The story behind Higher Dimensions — a Beatport-charting track built entirely from his wife’s voice  • How Pro Sound Secrets helped unlock his sonic confidence and workflow  • The intersection of rave energy and consciousness-raising sound Whether you’re after cleaner mixes, creative flow, or music that means more — this one’s for you.

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/