EPISODE · Jul 14, 2024 · 55 MIN
How a Horrific Car Accident Became the Catalyst for a Music Dream | Mike Melodia
from Mike Squires & Friends · host Creative Evolution Studios
Mike Melodia, born Michael Mendez, is a Guatemalan rapper and singer from Stamford, CT. An artist with an impressive set of skills, he writes and engineers his own music which encompasses various genres such as reggaeton, Latin trap, and R&B. Mike discovered his passion for music when he stepped into a recording studio for the first time at age twelve. After a near-death experience in 2016, his artistic ambition was fully realized and his music career took off. He released his debut album that year, appropriately titled Sin Limites, or “limitless.” He showed no signs of slowing down in 2017 with the release of his second album King Melody, which displayed growth and a more focused stylistic direction. Stamford-based independent label, Elise Music Group, recognized Mike’s potential and signed him onto their artist roster in Summer 2018. Mike has opened a few studios and now owns his current studio, First Class Studios, in Stamford. Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by DistroKid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Crazy Merch: https://lifeismerch.com/ Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires Connect with Mike Melodia: https://www.instagram.com/mikelamelodiaa/ Merch: https://lifeismerch.com/ 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:36 - Getting Into Music 00:05:32 - The Creation of First Class Studios 00:07:38 - Upgrading to First Class Studio 00:09:34 - Elevating the Artist and Pushing Out of the Comfort Zone 00:11:24 - Frustrations with Unprofessional Artists 00:13:07 - Elevating the Recording Process 00:14:43 - Awkward Moment in the Studio 00:16:29 - The Lack of Respect for Engineers 00:18:13 - Learning Production in Engineering 00:20:02 - Self motivation and manifestation in the music industry 00:21:49 - The Passion in Music 00:23:39 - The Persistence and Time Investment in Art 00:25:32 - Using Remixes to Gain Attention 00:27:13 - Getting into Music 00:28:57 - Embracing Experimentation and Pushing Boundaries 00:30:44 - The Emotional Impact of the Accident 00:32:40 - Building a Business in the Music Industry 00:34:29 - The Sacrifices of Being a Musician 00:36:24 - Overcoming Difficult Moments 00:38:10 - Surrounding Yourself with Motivating People 00:39:51 - Reaching for the Bigger Picture 00:41:38 - Transition to Diddy and Future Plans 00:43:29 - The Importance of Performing 00:45:12 - Hot Music Video Shoot 00:47:04 - Charging It to the Game 00:48:48 - Creating for Yourself vs. Creating for a Career 00:50:23 - The Business Side of the Music Industry 00:52:09 - Don't be scared to help others 00:53:52 - Insider Tips and Connecting with Mike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mike Melodia, born Michael Mendez, is a Guatemalan rapper and singer from Stamford, CT. An artist with an impressive set of skills, he writes and engineers his own music which encompasses various genres such as reggaeton, Latin trap, and R&B. Mike discovered his passion for music when he stepped into a recording studio for the first time at age twelve. After a near-death experience in 2016, his artistic ambition was fully realized and his music career took off. He released his debut album that year, appropriately titled Sin Limites, or “limitless.” He showed no signs of slowing down in 2017 with the release of his second album King Melody, which displayed growth and a more focused stylistic direction. Stamford-based independent label, Elise Music Group, recognized Mike’s potential and signed him onto their artist roster in Summer 2018. Mike has opened a few studios and now owns his current studio, First Class Studios, in Stamford. Mike Squires & Friends is proudly sponsored by DistroKid. To get 30% off your first year’s membership, check out: http://distrokid.com/vip/mikesquires Crazy Merch: https://lifeismerch.com/ Join The Squires Squad (Early Access): https://app.grouped.com/mikesquires Connect with Mike Squires: https://set.page/mikesquires/ Stream Mike Squires & Friends: https://pods.to/mikesquires Connect with Mike Melodia: https://www.instagram.com/mikelamelodiaa/ Merch: https://lifeismerch.com/ 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:36 - Getting Into Music 00:05:32 - The Creation of First Class Studios 00:07:38 - Upgrading to First Class Studio 00:09:34 - Elevating the Artist and Pushing Out of the Comfort Zone 00:11:24 - Frustrations with Unprofessional Artists 00:13:07 - Elevating the Recording Process 00:14:43 - Awkward Moment in the Studio 00:16:29 - The Lack of Respect for Engineers 00:18:13 - Learning Production in Engineering 00:20:02 - Self motivation and manifestation in the music industry 00:21:49 - The Passion in Music 00:23:39 - The Persistence and Time Investment in Art 00:25:32 - Using Remixes to Gain Attention 00:27:13 - Getting into Music 00:28:57 - Embracing Experimentation and Pushing Boundaries 00:30:44 - The Emotional Impact of the Accident 00:32:40 - Building a Business in the Music Industry 00:34:29 - The Sacrifices of Being a Musician 00:36:24 - Overcoming Difficult Moments 00:38:10 - Surrounding Yourself with Motivating People 00:39:51 - Reaching for the Bigger Picture 00:41:38 - Transition to Diddy and Future Plans 00:43:29 - The Importance of Performing 00:45:12 - Hot Music Video Shoot 00:47:04 - Charging It to the Game 00:48:48 - Creating for Yourself vs. Creating for a Career 00:50:23 - The Business Side of the Music Industry 00:52:09 - Don't be scared to help others 00:53:52 - Insider Tips and Connecting with Mike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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