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Author: Kiefer

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Kiefer is a pianist and producer based in Los Angeles. On the Approachable Music podcast, Kiefer interviews artists he admires, updating his theory on what makes a great musician. Topics include the writing process, finding inspiration, making it in the music industry, as well as some casual conversation in between.
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MXXWLL Pt. 2

MXXWLL Pt. 2

2023-05-0526:27

We end season 2 with the second part of Kiefer's interview with MXXWLL.
Kal Banx Pt. 2

Kal Banx Pt. 2

2023-04-2846:52

Part two of Kiefer's interview with TDE producer Kal Banx.
MIA GLADSTONE Pt. 2

MIA GLADSTONE Pt. 2

2023-04-2128:41

Part two of Kiefer's interview with MIA GLADSTONE.
Malaya Watson

Malaya Watson

2023-04-1401:06:10

Kiefer interviews Malaya Watson.
MXXWLL Pt. 1

MXXWLL Pt. 1

2023-04-0734:41

Kiefer interviews MXXWLL, a composer, producer, and performer from Sydney, Australia. He rose to prominence following a viral video of his music production techniques, which garnered the attention of Snoop Dogg and DJ Jazzy Jeff.
Kal Banx Pt. 1

Kal Banx Pt. 1

2023-03-3144:44

Kiefer interviews TDE producer Kal Banx, known for his productions for Isaiah Rashad and Doechii.
MIA GLADSTONE Pt. 1

MIA GLADSTONE Pt. 1

2023-03-2440:07

Kiefer interviews singer-songwriter and producer MIA GLADSTONE, known for her collaborations with Yung Gravy and bbno$.
Braxton Cook Pt. 2

Braxton Cook Pt. 2

2022-11-0438:48

Part 2 of Kiefer's interview with Braxton Cook, an exceptional saxophonist, vocalist, and producer originally from Washington D.C., now residing in Los Angeles. Braxton has released a series of albums since 2015 combining Black-American music forms like jazz, soul, and hip-hop. In addition to his solo work, Braxton has collaborated with Christian Scott, Tom Misch, and Mac Miller.
Mndsgn Pt. 2

Mndsgn Pt. 2

2022-10-2833:45

The second part to Kiefer's interview with Mndsgn, legendary producer, keyboardist, and prolific recording artist with a stunning discography of eleven acclaimed albums released on labels like Leaving Records and Stones Throw, collaborating with the likes of Joyce Wrice, SiR, and Danny Brown along the way. Mndsgn is also a personal friend of Kiefer and has served as a mentor over the past decade.
Amber Navran Pt. 2

Amber Navran Pt. 2

2022-10-2135:16

Kiefer interviews Amber Navran, founding member of the neo-soul trio Moonchild. In addition to being a singer-songwriter, Amber is a gifted multi-instrumentalist and producer. In this episode, Kiefer and Amber continue their discussion from episode 2.
Sam Wilkes Pt. 2

Sam Wilkes Pt. 2

2022-10-1401:00:40

Approachable Music returns with part two of Kiefer's epic interview with Los Angeles-based composer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and bass historian Sam Wilkes. In addition to his solo work, Wilkes is known for his collaborations with Sam Gendel, Louis Cole, and Jacob Mann.
Braxton Cook Pt. 1

Braxton Cook Pt. 1

2022-09-3035:04

Kiefer interviews Braxton Cook, an exceptional saxophonist, vocalist, and producer originally from Washington D.C., now residing in Los Angeles. Braxton has released a series of albums since 2015 combining Black-American music forms like jazz, soul, and hip-hop. In addition to his solo work, Braxton has collaborated with Christian Scott, Tom Misch, and Mac Miller. In this interview, Kiefer and Braxton discuss Black music, music school, and Braxton's favorite alto sax players of all time.
Mndsgn Pt. 1

Mndsgn Pt. 1

2022-09-2349:03

Kiefer interviews Mndsgn, legendary producer, keyboardist, and prolific recording artist with a stunning discography of eleven acclaimed albums released on labels like Leaving Records and Stones Throw, collaborating with the likes of Joyce Wrice, SiR, and Danny Brown along the way. Mndsgn is also a personal friend of Kiefer and has served as a mentor over the past decade. In this episode, Kiefer and Mndsgn discuss the L.A. beat scene, nostalgia in music, and how to inject one's sense of humor into their work.
Amber Navran Pt. 1

Amber Navran Pt. 1

2022-09-1658:25

Kiefer interviews Amber Navran, founding member of the neo-soul trio Moonchild. In addition to being a singer-songwriter, Amber is a gifted multi-instrumentalist and producer. In this episode, Kiefer and Amber discuss daily routines, musical mentors, and defying jazz school expectations.
Sam Wilkes Pt. 1

Sam Wilkes Pt. 1

2022-09-0901:00:47

For the inaugural episode of Approachable Music, Kiefer interviews Los Angeles-based composer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and bass historian Sam Wilkes. In addition to his solo work, Wilkes is known for his collaborations with Sam Gendel, Louis Cole, and Jacob Mann. In this episode, Kiefer and Sam discuss the history of the bass, collaborating with visual artists, and optimizing your artistic process.