"Freak Out!" wsg Billy Hume | Secondhand Talent Episode #114

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Season 6, Episode 15, of "Secondhand Talent: The Podcast"!!! In this episode of Secondhand Talent, host Steiner welcomes Grammy-winning music producer Billy Hume, known for his YouTube channel "Freaking Out with Billy Hume."The conversation dives into the complexities of the music industry, focusing on the psychological aspects of creativity and success. Hume shares his journey from mixing records to developing artists, emphasizing the importance of perspective and determination in achieving success. Billly discusses the challenges of navigating the music business, the impact of AI on production, and the significance of storytelling in his YouTube content. Hume also reflects on his Grammy win and the contrasting recognition he receives from his YouTube audience compared to the traditional music industry.Check out Billy's website here: https://billyhume.net/Watch "Freaking Out! With Billy Hume" here:  @FreakingOutWithBillyHume  ________Click Here For 10% Off Your Total Purchase From Black Box Prompter!https://blackboxprompter.com/?coupon=secondhandtalent________Our featured charity for Season 6 is The Visions Foundation. The Visions Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities in the Chicago area. Make a difference TODAY for those who truly need it by making a contribution to The Visions Foundation, the official charity designee of Season 6 of "Secondhand Talent: The Podcast."To learn more about The Visions Foundation, please visit their website: https://www.thevisionsfoundation.org/To donate to The Visions Foundation, please click here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/G21GDHQH2HJSP/checkout/A5547UYFIFVQ3TRGIW3TBEST_________Website: https://www.secondhandtalent.comGoodpods: https://goodpods.com/podcasts/secondhand-talent-the-podcast-264277Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HV3UtLUVrgF2OKa2NvSjaApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/secondhand-talent-the-podcast/id1680964827________Chapters00:00 Opening Credits00:27 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:17 The Origin of 'Freaking Out' and Creative Energy05:30 Musical Beginnings and Influences08:20 Transition to Hip Hop and Studio Experiences22:02 The Journey Begins: Collaborating with Bone Crusher26:48 Discovering the Hip-Hop Scene: A New Direction31:44 Unexpected Recognition: The Grammy Experience37:13 The Impact of YouTube: Connecting with Fans41:46 The Journey Beyond Music44:22 The Importance of Perspective in Success47:15 Navigating the Modern Music Landscape50:18 The Evolution of Genre and Artistic Freedom53:23 The Art of Avoiding the Bad Answer55:40 AI in Music Production: A Double-Edged Sword59:03 The Human Element in Music and Connection01:01:49 Navigating the Changing Landscape of the Music Industry01:03:36 Closing Thoughts01:04:34 End Credits________ Support the showWith "Secondhand Talent", we want to devote a platform to taking moments to shine the spotlight on those that manage the spotlights. We want to use this platform to highlight some of our incredible colleagues in the industry whose names you might otherwise never hear. Thank you for joining us - come along, stay a while!Like, Subscribe, and TELL YO FRANDS!!! New Episodes Every Wednesday!!!Feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] to be on the show!!!Follow us on IntagramFollow us on Facebook Much love, Steiner & Steener