#035: Dan Aux - Evolving through Art and Music
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In Episode 35 of Producer Talk with Bass Kleph, we catch up with Dan Aux, a renowned DJ and producer. From his early days throwing parties in Australia to full-time music creation in New Zealand, Dan shares his journey, creative growth, and the influences behind his genre-blurring productions. We explore how his background in visual arts shaped his sound, the importance of originality in art and music, and his transition from working a day job to living off his music. Dive deep into Dan's insights on workflow, mixing down tracks, and the significance of both commercial work and passion projects. Tune in for an inspiring discussion filled with valuable advice for aspiring producers.
00:00 Introduction to Episode 35
01:19 Welcoming Dan Aux
01:57 Reminiscing About the Early Days
07:20 Transition to Full-Time Music Production
11:18 Success in Radio and Music Production
14:54 Creating DJ Moments and Genre Exploration
21:28 Mixing Techniques and Sound Choices
25:08 Navigating the Music Industry
32:10 Sound and Mixing Techniques
32:51 The Journey of Learning Mixing
33:18 The Importance of Fresh Ears
38:21 Visual Art's Influence on Music
46:27 Commercial Work and Passion Projects
53:14 Advice to Younger Self
01:01:00 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts