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Inside Electronic Music: 002 The World of EZBOT

Inside Electronic Music: The World of EZBOT (Matthew Piecora) and ModBang Accessories Join host Eric Turner on Inside Electronic Music as he sits down with Matthew Piecora, aka EZBOT. Matthew shares his journey as a multifaceted musician, promoter, YouTuber, and live hardware performer. He is also the founder of ModBang, a synth accessory company. Learn about his experiences with education, live performances, and the development of his famous Octatrack performance template. Matthew discusses the challenges and rewards of the electronic music industry, from starting a business to teaching and promoting live hardware events. Tune in for insights into the art and community of electronic music. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:21 Matthew's Multifaceted Career 00:49 Consistency and Self-Perception 01:43 Musician and Educator Identity 02:43 YouTube and Teaching Philosophy 05:12 Transition to Electronic Music 09:38 Music Therapy and Helping Others 13:51 Starting a YouTube Channel 20:59 Creating the Octatrack Performance Template 26:18 The Unique Value of the Octatrack 35:17 Octatrack: The Ultimate Sampling Tool 35:56 Exploring the Versatility of Octatrack 37:38 Making a Living with Music: Matt's Journey 38:07 The Birth of ModBang 41:27 Challenges and Realities of Running a Business 46:41 The Role of Music Education 49:43 ModBang Events: Building a Community 56:30 Advice for Aspiring Musicians and Entrepreneurs 01:00:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts