The Felly Fell Story: Young Entrepreneur to Festival DJ

Entrepreneur, DJ, and producer Felly Fell shares how music, nature, and community have shaped her journey from young business owner to festival performer and creator of unforgettable experiences.   * This episode originally aired on June 13, 2019   On this episode of The Jeremiah Show: Pop Culture, Music Icons, Food Gods, Jeremiah Higgins welcomes music producer, DJ, entrepreneur, and Cal Poly student Mackenzie Fell—better known as Felly Fell. From launching a multimedia design business as a teenager to becoming a sought-after festival DJ and electronic music producer, Mackenzie shares her remarkable journey of creativity, community, and connection.   Felly Fell discusses how growing up in a musical family inspired her love of music, why nature fuels her creative process, and how studying entrepreneurship helped shape her career. She also takes listeners inside the thriving Cal Poly music scene, her experiences performing in Berlin's legendary electronic music community, and the grassroots arts collective Sub Sessions, which creates opportunities for emerging artists and musicians.   Along the way, she offers insights into DJ culture, music production, festival life, and the importance of creating spaces where people from all backgrounds can connect through music. The episode concludes with the world premiere of her original track, "Sonic Concept."   Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a music lover, or someone inspired by creative communities, this conversation showcases the passion and determination behind one of California's rising electronic music talents.   Felly Fell Instagram   SOUNDCLOUD   APPLE MUSIC   00:00 – Welcome to The Jeremiah Show Jeremiah introduces DJ, producer, entrepreneur, and Cal Poly student Mackenzie "Felly Fell" Fell. 03:21 – Young Entrepreneur at Fifteen How a high school business plan launched Mackenzie's entrepreneurial journey and won statewide recognition. 06:43 – What Drives Felly Fell The passion for people, creativity, and connection that fuels her music and business ventures. 12:55 – Nature as Musical Inspiration How camping, hiking, and exploring the outdoors influence her creative process and sound design. 16:19 – Creating Experiences Through Music Why bringing people together and creating unforgettable memories is central to her mission as a DJ. 25:22 – High School, Cal Poly & Finding Community The contrast between high school and college life and how connection became a driving force in her work. 29:00 – Learning the Art of DJing & Production Mentors, KCPR Radio, Ableton, and the people who helped shape her musical development. 39:35 – Women in Surfing & Entrepreneurship Working with Boo Bees Surf Wax and empowering women in traditionally male-dominated industries. 50:03 – Architecture Graveyard & Berlin's Techno Scene Performing in unique spaces, studying abroad, and learning from the electronic music capital of the world. 54:55 – Sub Sessions, Festivals & The Future Building creative communities, supporting local artists, Stoke the World Festival, and the premiere of "Sonic Concept."   POP CULTURE, MUSIC ICONS, & FOOD GODS - Listen More & Evolve   Catch Up With Past Shows and Your Favorite Guests - TJS MEDIA LIBRARY   Partner with The Jeremiah Show  BRAND PARTNER DECK   The Jeremiah Show is brought to you by Evolve Entertainment Network  www.thejeremiahshow.com https://radio-evolve.rocks   Host | Executive Producer - Jeremiah D. Higgins Senior Sound Engineer | Producer - Graham Palmer | Surprise Studio   THE JEREMIAH SHOW PROUDLY FEATURES    Cuzen Matcha Worldwide - Get $30 Off at Checkout “JEREMIAH30” Music Connection Magazine  MusiCares  Omad Records Nicole Sofia Voracious Records Greens First - Get 30% Off at Checkout “JEREMIAH30”   The Jeremiah Show Radio Broadcast is heard in London, Somerset, U.K., New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, Los Angeles, Ontario, Canada, and Santa Barbara on Radio Candy Media. We are broadcast in London on Belter Radio and in Paris on My Indie Radio.   SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS   Jeremiah D. Higgins   Graham Palmer, Surprise Studio   Did you like the music in this episode?  The Jeremiah Show Original Music Soundtracks     The Jeremiah Show Theme Song “The Ocean and the Butterfly” by The Dave Matthews Band   NEW SHOWS - Every Friday Classic TJS Shows Drop Every Wednesday