Jermiah Gold’s Secret to Viral Mashups Revealed

In this episode of Backstage Pass, we sit down with Jeremiah Gold, aka AJ Rodriguez; a Phoenix-based genre-bending artist, DJ, and one-man-band redefining what it means to go live. From viral mashups lighting up TikTok to cinematic looping sets streamed on Twitch, Jeremiah shares how he crafts unforgettable performances across genres like hip-hop, pop, indie, and reggae. Tune in as we dive into: - The rise of his “looping” technique - What it takes to go viral with mashups - Blending gaming, streaming, and songwriting into one creative workflow Whether you're an aspiring musician, DJ, or content creator, this conversation is packed with gems. --- Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Meet Jeremiah Gold 00:15 – Genre-bending style & looping explained 01:00 – The vibe of viral mashups 02:10 – From Twitch streams to TikTok fame 03:30 – Building a live set for maximum audience impact 05:00 – Gaming + music = the ultimate hybrid 07:15 – What inspires his mashups and how they’re made 09:45 – Staying creatively fueled across multiple mediums 12:00 – What's next for Jeremiah in 2025