Leading a Musical Movement w/ Darryl J Dennie
Welcome to another exciting episode of Cloud Machine, your behind-the-scenes pass to the music industry! Hosted by Mat Landry and produced by Eights Creative, we dive deep into the world of live concerts, tours, and music production. In today’s episode, Mat sits down with Darryl Joseph-Dennie, a multi-talented Producer, Music Director, Band Leader, Educator, and Keyboardist from Mississauga, Ontario. Darryl is one of the leading figures in Toronto’s vibrant music scene, and today, he shares his journey through projects like Listening Room Toronto, Nostalgic Playlist, and Who You Got?. Together, they explore how Darryl is shaping the future of jazz, fusion, and neo-soul music while fostering community in the process.
Episode Highlights
Favorite Live Show Experience: Darryl shares his most impactful live performance experiences.
The Listening Room Project: A deep dive into Darryl’s role in this influential Toronto music initiative.
The Future of the Music Industry & AI: Darryl discusses the potential impact of AI on the music industry.
Making Unexpected Connections: The power of saying "yes" and how it leads to life-changing opportunities.
Improvising Music & Jamming Better: Tips for musicians on improving their jam sessions and improvisation.
Balancing Multiple Projects: How Darryl juggles his various musical ventures.
Advice for Aspiring Musicians: Darryl shares valuable tips on diversifying skills and staying motivated in a changing industry.
The Producer’s Game: Darryl curates his dream music festival lineup in this fun segment.
Key Takeaways
Building Community: Darryl’s work highlights the importance of fostering community through music, especially in projects like Listening Room Toronto.
Adapting to Change: The music industry is rapidly evolving, and Darryl shares his thoughts on navigating these changes, including the role of AI.
The Power of Collaboration: Whether working with a team or solo, collaboration is a key to success in music, allowing for new ideas and growth.
Improvisation & Jamming: Improvising is at the heart of many music genres, and Darryl shares tips to help musicians improve their jam sessions.
Diversity in Skills: Musicians should diversify their skills and be open to new experiences to stay competitive in today’s industry.
Guest Spotlight
Darryl Joseph-Dennie is an influential Producer, Music Director, Band Leader, Educator, and Keyboardist based in Mississauga, Ontario. He is known for his work in jazz, fusion, and neo-soul, as well as for his leadership in Toronto’s music community. Darryl is behind transformative projects like Listening Room Toronto and Nostalgic Playlist, both of which are shaping the future of music in Canada.
Follow Darryl Joseph-Dennie on Instagram: @darryljdennie
About Cloud Machine
Produced by Eights Creative, Cloud Machine is your go-to podcast for music industry insights. Each episode blends education and entertainment to inspire and inform musicians, creators, and fans.
