Why we started EchoSystem: Our Journey through Sound & Culture | Episode 1

Welcome to the very first episode of The EchoSystem!In this debut session, hosts Uji and Lola dive deep into their musical roots, tracing a journey that spans from Argentina and Colombia to the Netherlands and the US. We discuss why we created EchoSystem School of Sound and our mission to provide a creative home for musicians looking for a unique, Latin American perspective on global music production.From the influence of Colombian Cumbia and Andean rhythms to the experimental halls of Mills College, we explore how identity shapes the music we make.In this episode:- The vision behind EchoSystem School of Sound.- How living abroad shifts your perspective on your own culture.- The evolution of music technology: from clunky coding to real-time creativity in Ableton Live.- Why the "creative process" is the most precious part of being an artist.00:00 – Welcome to The EchoSystem05:30 – Lola’s Story: From Bogota to the Dutch Ambient scene14:45 – The "Resurgence of Cumbia" as a global connector22:15 – Uji’s Story: Moving through 6 countries and finding Electronic Music30:00 – The shift from coding music to real-time creativity in Ableton38:00 – Why the "Creative Process" is more precious than the productAbout EchoSystem: We are a new educational platform dedicated to music production, sound design, and the creative process. Our mission is to provide a space for artists to exchange ideas and learn through a unique global perspective.🔗 Join the community and explore our courses: www.echo-system.xyz 🔗 #MusicProduction #SoundDesign #EchoSystem #CreativeProcess #LatinAmericanMusic #AbletonLive #Uji #LolaVilla