Made In The Studio Podcast
Made In The Studio Podcast
Podcast Description
Made In The Studio is the podcast that takes you behind the boards and into the minds of the music creators shaping today’s sound. Hosted by Desmond A, a producer and engineer, this show spotlights the producers, loopmakers, and engineers behind your favorite records.
From exclusive stories about working with major artists to deep dives into creative processes, each episode delivers raw, unfiltered conversations that inspire and educate. Whether you’re a producer, artist, or fan of how the music gets made—this is the podcast for you.
Welcome to the place where hits are born—Made In The Studio.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on various themes within music production, including personal narratives from producers, creative workflows, industry challenges, and the evolution of sound. Episodes like 'He Got a Lil Wayne Placement… and Didn’t Even Know It' highlight the unexpected journeys of producers while exploring topics such as networking, authenticity, and resilience within the music industry.
Made In The Studio is the podcast that takes you behind the boards and into the minds of the music creators shaping today’s sound. Hosted by Desmond A, a producer and engineer, this show spotlights the producers, loopmakers, and engineers behind your favorite records.
From exclusive stories about working with major artists to deep dives into creative processes, each episode delivers raw, unfiltered conversations that inspire and educate. Whether you’re a producer, artist, or fan of how the music gets made—this is the podcast for you.
Welcome to the place where hits are born—Made In The Studio.
In this episode of Made in the Studio, Desmond A sits down with producer Ayo Bleu (Lil Durk, Rod Wave, NBA YoungBoy, 42 Dugg + more) to talk about what it really takes to build a lasting career in music production. Ayo shares his journey from drums and keys to FL Studio, how he developed his sound without becoming a copycat, and how collaboration helped lead to major placements.
We get into the business side of the game too—splits, publishing, paperwork, and why having a good lawyer matters early. Ayo also breaks down how loop kits played a major role in his growth, why older beats can still get placed years later, and how he handles independent artists by using samples and deposits to avoid time wasters. Plus, he shares thoughts on AI in production, beat block, time management, and the mindset producers need if they want real longevity.
Topics Covered
Ayo’s beginnings: drums, keys, and learning FL Studio
Finding your sound (inspiration vs copying)
First major placements and the “real” industry learning curve
Why a lawyer matters + understanding splits/publishing
Loop kits, placement stories, and long-game catalog thinking
Handling independent artists and protecting your time
Beat block, time management, and consistency
AI in production: tool vs crutch
Moving cities vs building from anywhere
Guest + Host Links:
Follow the Guest Here: https://www.instagram.com/iamayobleu
More Info on the Guest Here: https://link.me/iamayobleu
Follow the Host Here: https://www.instagram.com/therealdesmond
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