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The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 59 - Chris Alexis (US) Guitarist for XMutiny (Slam Metal)🎙️ NEW EPISODE OUT – #59 🔥
This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with the powerhouse guitarist from slam metal band Xmutiny 🤘
A true blast of energy — we dove into everything from how modern studio production really works, to the way society operates in the U.S. today, and how music is perceived in this chaotic world 🎸🧠
Always a pleasure to have such raw, honest conversations. You don't want to miss this one!
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2025-05-241h 57The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 58 - Longsleeve and the Weirdboys (CH) - Electro/Industrial Punk
🎧 EPISODE 58 – OUT NOW! 🎧
A truly fascinating conversation with two members of Longsleeve and the Weirdboys from Zurich! 🇨🇭 Their sound is an electrifying mix of punk, industrial, and techno—bet you never expected something like this from Swiss artists! 🔥
Together, we dive deep into what it means to carry forward a bold musical project in today’s world. Don’t miss this one! 🚀
🎙️ Listen now on your favorite platform!
#Podcast #NewEpisode #LongsleeveAndTheWeirdboys #Punk #Industrial #Techno #MusicTalks
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2025-03-291h 03The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 57 - Gavin Otsuka (HI) - Owner of Still Proud Clothing & singer of Ikaika
Episode 57 – Hardcore Spirit from Hawaii w/ Gavin Otsuka 🌊🔥
In this episode, we dive deep into the hardcore scene of Hawaii with Gavin Otsuka—owner of Still Proud and vocalist of Ikaika. We talk about life on the islands, the local hardcore movement, starting a band, and creating bold, meaningful designs that stay true to who you are.
Pure hardcore energy, straight from paradise. 🌺🏴
Massive thanks to Knives Out Records for the support! 🙌
🎧 Tune in now! #Hardcore #Podcast #StillProud #Ikaika #KnivesOutRecords
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musictoliveforwithshanti@gmail.com2025-03-081h 06The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 56 - Christian Meuwly (CH) - Portait PhotographerEpisode 56 – A New Year, A New Perspective: Portrait Photography with Christian Meuwly
Welcome to the first episode of 2025! We’re kicking off the year with an inspiring conversation with the talented portrait photographer Christian Meuwly.
In this episode, we dive into the unique world of photography in the music industry. Christian shares his experiences working closely with musicians, the emotional depth of capturing their essence, and the challenges and rewards of being a freelance artist. We also explore sources of inspiration, the realities of being a person of color in the classical music scene, and what...2025-02-221h 41The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 55 - Sax&Perc Due Paulina Pitenko (LV) and Eleonora Kostina (RU)
✨ The Final Episode of 2024 is Here! ✨
I’m thrilled to share the last episode of this year, where I had the pleasure of speaking with Paulina Pitenko and Eleonora Kostina, the brilliant minds and talented artists behind Sax&Perc — a dynamic duo of saxophone and percussion. 🎷🥁
Their passion and creativity have not only earned them multiple competition wins but also drive their mission to explore and propose new musical dimensions. 🌟
This episode is the perfect way to close out 2024 with enthusiasm and personality. Don’t miss it!
Let me know your thoughts in the com...2024-12-211h 00The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 54 - Tore & Kim (DK) - NonRestraint / Hard Lessons
🎙️ New Podcast Episode Out Now! 🎙️
We’re thrilled to announce our first episode in collaboration with Anger X Rage Booking, straight from Denmark! 🇩🇰
In this episode, we sit down with Tore and Kim from Danish hardcore/beatdown bands Hard Lessons and NonRestraints to dive into the Danish scene, motivation, PMA (positive mental attitude), and deep reflections on the hardcore community. 🔥
This is just the beginning of our collaboration—more episodes are on the way!
Tune in, get inspired, and let’s keep the energy alive! ⚡
2024-11-161h 13The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 53 - Vittoria Brandoni (IT) - Vocalist/Music JournalistWe had the incredible Italian music journalist Vittoria Brandoni join us for a deep dive into the current hardcore scene. 🎤✨
In this episode, we explored:
The dynamic landscape of today's hardcore music 🎶
The pivotal role and challenges faced by women in a predominantly male scene 💪
Vittoria's personal journey and experiences as a female vocalist in the band Rescüe Cat 🐱
The phenomenon of violent dancing and its impact 🕺
How social media is reshaping the hardcore community 📱
This is a must-listen for anyone passionate about music and cultural shifts within the scene. Tap the link in bio to tune in! 🔗...2024-07-201h 26The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 52 -Aaron King (US) - Lead Singer of The New Fury
🎙️ Episode 52 is live! 🎙️
Join me and my good friend, Aaron King, on this week’s podcast. Aaron, a proud straight edge and a member of The New Fury, dives deep into the current music scene. We chat about everything from the energy of Seventh Dagger to how today's musical landscape is evolving.
Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation!
Tune in now and let us know what you think! 🔥🎧 #PodcastEpisode52 #AaronKing #StraightEdge #TheNewFury #SeventhDagger #MusicScene #PodcastLife #NewEpisode #musictoliveforwithshanti
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Melina Murray and Samuel Jasinski from the amazing Limmat Quartet. 🎶
We dove deep into their unique musical journey, exploring their passion for anime and film soundtracks, and how they blend these influences into their performances. 📽️🎵
From exciting collaborations with artists across various genres to creative alternatives to playing classical music, Melina and Samuel share their insights and stories that are sure to inspire music lovers of all kinds. 🌟
Tune in now to hear about the innovative spirit of the Limmat Quartet and their love for music...2024-06-011h 04The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 50 - Filippo Buzzini (CH) - Graphic RecorderAnd we have arrived at episode number 50! I am extremely happy with this achievement in a project like this podcast: a small passion that I share with all of you.
My guest is a very special and close person: Filippo Buzzini. Filippo is a "Visual Pratictioner" or "Graphic Recorder" who created my wonderful logo with his graphics company. I grew as a person and as a musician with Filippo and in this episode we talk about our musical adventures, visions on music and how it has always positively influenced our lives.
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As many of you know, I have always been a lover of melodic punk rock. Mamba Bites, a band from French-speaking Switzerland, combine this music with so much energy and melody that it is impossible not to like it and throw yourself into the pogo. I had the pleasure of interviewing Lucie and Theo and together we talk about the band, how they formed and how important is the female presence in the punk scene.
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My friend musician and producer Noom is back at the microphone of MTLFWS!
Today we are going to talk about a very important topic: how to succeed in supporting new musicians and artists? What important advice should be given? What is the importance of investing in one's goals, and not just time and sweat, let's talk about money.
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Knives...2023-09-231h 12The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 47 - Caterina Savi (IT) - Storyboard Designer
I finally got to record an episode with someone I admire and respect very much-Catherine Savi, aka LaCate. She is the brilliant mind who directed and designed the theme song for my podcast. With her I discuss the importance of art and how it is crucial to respect the value of an artist, touching on topics like AI and how music helps her in her work.
This episode is in Italian but you can find subtitles on youtube.
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Till Deaf Record...2023-07-291h 32The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 46 - xPANDAx (CH) - Mosher & SOSF crew memberAfter interviewing several hardcore band members and often touching on moshpit and violent dancing, I thought it behooves me to devote an episode entirely to this dance-beloved and hated in the scene itself. Panda, a longtime friend and member of the SOSF Crew explains to me why it is a key part of the hardcore scene and his experience as a crew member, as authentic supporters of the scene.
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K...2023-07-151h 07The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 45 - Anissa Boschetti (CH) - SingerWhen Anissa completed the new lineup of Sunset'99 (Episode 34), I was very impressed with her energy and how the band members talked about her. She is an energetic singer with very catchy ideas, and I discuss jazz, stage presence, and respect for women in the music scene with her.
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2023-05-271h 19The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 44 - Nicolò Scaltrito (IT) - SingerSometimes having a fresh opinion from a young musician is what is needed. Nico was kind enough to share his view regarding the contemporary beatdown and metalcore scene, discussing moshing, respect, and straight edge.
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2023-04-291h 05The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 43 - Annika Gucwa (PL) - Music JournalistThe passion that certain persons have for their profession is contagious: Annika writes online articles reviewing various bands, well-known and underground. Her interest leads her to visit several events and get a real feel for the scene she loves. We talk about this in this episode with an emphasis on topics such as being a woman in the metal scene and the importance of subcultures.
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Caosart Ink2023-03-251h 07The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 42 - Kelly Brother (US) - Blogger on XSisterXHoodXHere I am back with an episode devoted primarily to the Straight Edge but told through Kelly's eyes. She a mother, a blogger and grew up in the hxc scene. She explains to me what this life choice means and what difficulties she experienced being a woman in a scene that is still predominantly male. Be sure to go and read some of the articles on her site.
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Sketchy Sol...2023-03-111h 33The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 41 - Pete X Zen (US) - Guitarist & ProducerI don't remember whether I was on Instagram or TikTok, I just know that I discovered Jet Jag this way and fell in love with their sound. I was extremely happy when their singer, Pete Zen, agreed to record this episode in which we talk about our passion for melodic punk rock and how social media is helping new bands grow. Also about how it is crucial to rely on a producer even in an era in which you could make everything yourself. Recorded by his RV was an episode that put a big smile on my face.
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It is always a pleasure to be able to talk with Letizia. Her passion for music dovetails perfectly with her passion for yoga. Together we tackle the topic of creativity and what it means to find one's artistic identity and being a woman in this business. A mature and very engaging episode that will surely not be the last with this artist.
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2023-02-111h 22The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 39 - Joan Jordi Oliver (E) -Saxophonist & ComposerThe talented Spanish saxophonist and composer talks about himself in this episode. He takes me to discover a new dimension, that of electronic music and his ability to create new environments and colors creatively and musically. A subject of which I was quite ignorant and of which I now have a more intriguing view centered on his work in the search for a unique sound.
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2023-01-281h 00The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 38 - Giordano Ferrari (CH) - Security ExpertAnd here we are at the first episode of 2023.
I decided to devote this episode from a very important topic as the organization of security, that of the audience and artists, a subject that is often underestimated.
In 2022 I attended several events and was able to observe different situations: fortunately everything always went well but it made me think.
This is where the intention of this dialogue with Giordano Ferrari comes from, with whom we tackle some practical examples and find out what the cornerstones of good organization are.
I really hope that this epis...2023-01-141h 03The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 37 - 2022 Recap and Future’s plansThis is it: December 2022. What an incredible year to say the least, not easy, but ultimately full of professional and personal satisfaction. I had the pleasure of meeting several interesting people and experiencing unique situations. There has been a break of a couple of months in the publication of new podcast episodes, and in this episode I explain why and what the future holds!
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Col...2022-12-2431 minThe Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 36 - Noom (Swiss music producer)Being a producer means many things, and perhaps these days, bombarded by so much information that we find online, the verosignificance of it has been lost. I have the pleasure of talking to Swiss producer Noom about his career, his stylistic choices, his travels (especially the one to South Africa) and how important it is to be able to step out of one's "comfort zone."
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This is a special episode: I had the opportunity to record my podcast in a professional studio thanks to the collaboarzio e and peroduction of Mitchbox Productions.
With me was the Swiss band Sunset'99, which is about to launch its first album. I wanted to deal with them the experience of having an active band but also being busy with the various commitments of daily life. What great and energetic people - definitely one of my favorite episodes made so far.
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2022-06-041h 10The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 33 - Cryptos and Music Business with Ray & PabloThe current world, as well as the artistic one, is changing rapidly due to the pandemic and other factors. And the economic aspect is always prevalent: many artists and workers in the entertainment world have wondered how to manage their businesses. I thought that proposing an episode inspired by the "cryptocurrency" theme would be very ultile and I turned to two people I trust: Raymond Tognola and Pablo Sanchez. Important: this episode does not express an opinion or an idea of professionals but wants to bring some interesting insights. If you want to know more I suggest you contact...2022-05-211h 20The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 32 - Grin Festival (CH)
Summer is just around the corner and it's shaping up to be a flood of art and music events - gorgeous!
I'd like to point to the Grin Festival held in Roveredo in southern Switzerland. This event, organized by Nico Fibbioli, is a three-day event where you will have the opportunity to see several artists from all over the world perform, bringing their musical culture with them and creating incredible human connections. An event dedicated to all ages that takes place in an absolutely unique natural setting.
In this episode we introduce its organizer and the program of the 2022 edition whic...2022-05-071h 20The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 31 - Laurin Newsome - Singer (US)
I met Laurin through another friend of the podcast (shout out to Logan Miano) and after enjoying the music of her band, Steel Circuit, I decided she would be the perfect guest for an episode. I definitely wanted the feminine opinion regarding the metal environment and the passion for literature that influences the writing of her lyrics. Together we also discuss what it's like to live in the state of Georgia and her influences.
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Bandc...2022-04-231h 05The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 30 - Raymond Tognola - Digital Marketing Consultant & Bass player (CH)Ray and I went to school together and didn't see each other for years. We now actively collaborate on my podcast as he works as a Digital Marketing Consultant. He tells me about his experience as a musician and how he discovered his calling. Together we talk about how important it is to re-evaluate your work and focus on the "new world" of work, especially if you are an artist.
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...2022-04-091h 04The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 29 - Elisa Rumici - Pianist (IT)It's the enthusiasm of people like Elisa that motivates my days doing podcasts and working on stages. The young Italian pianist talks about herself in this episode in which we discuss her artistic vision and the production of her new album.
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2022-03-2645 minThe Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 28 - Chris Robson - Singer & Personal Development Coach (UK)A year ago I was looking for support to regain balance in my professional life and my daily routine. I discovered that Chris Robson, charismatic lead singer in the London hardcore band TRC, was working as a personal development coach. I contacted him immediately and made great strides in my profession. An incredible experience! Chris and I discuss how important it is to work on yourself, figure out what your goals are, reinvent yourself and how important it is to work with an expert like him. Chris is also the host of the podcast “Forward Motion" thought it was very he...2022-03-1250 minThe Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 27 - Fer Durán - Theology student and heavy music lover (D)During my studies in musicology, I also took studies in religious studies. A subject that goes hand in hand with the study of medieval music and of great interest in relation to literature. In that period I was able to analyze the relationship between metal music and faith. I talk about it with my good friend Fer Durán, a student of theology and a lover of metalcore music. Together we discuss this interesting relationship and explain the concept of "heavy worship".
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mu...2022-02-261h 17The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 26 - Frank Pellegrino - Drummer (Booze&Glory, Face Your Enemy, Fulci) and Videomaker (IT)I've known Frank for quite some time now: we first met in Basel when he played with Face Your Enemy, a band I love very much. His career as a professional drummer started when he became the drummer of the band Booze&Glory. In this episode he tells me about his experience as a drummer on the road, his various bands and his profession as a video maker. Don't hesitate to contact him if your band needs a video clip.
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...2022-01-291h 01The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 25 - Fred Weaver - Fighter and Music Lover (US)Despite sometimes being skeptical of how the Internet and social networks work the latter have led me to meet a lot of wonderful people: one of them being Fred. Boxer, music lover and dad, he immediately shared with me several opinions and bands. Together we talk about life in Alabama, how we miss live concerts and how important it is to know how to concentrate to reach a goal: like in the ring.
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...2022-01-151h 14The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 24 - Davy Beeckman - Lead singer - xViciousX & Animal Club (B)The Belgian hardcore scene has always seemed to me one of the most genuine! I met Davy when he came to sing with his band xVICIOUSx in Basel and we have been good friends ever since. In this episode we talk about how we live the hardcore scene nowadays, what it means to have a family and the passion that never goes away. He is also my favorite influencer!
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...2022-01-0157 minThe Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 23 - Robin Lämmlin - Guitarist - Drown In Malice (D)In life you have to be able to "seize the day". I met Robin a few months ago online and it was immediately clear that we had a lot to share and this enthusiasm of hers I wanted to put on podcast. In this episode we discuss our passion for music, playing guitar and having a band. An honest and as usual inspirational chat. At the moment his band Drown In Malice is looking for a drummer - if you're interested don't hesitate to reach out.
Song in the end: 20XX by Drown in Malice.
Rob...2021-11-271h 12The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 22 - Mel Cleal - Tour Manager (CAN)This is one of those episodes I want to frame! I have the privilege of talking to someone who has been able to inspire me on how to approach the job of tour manager and being part of a band crew. Mel has always been very kind and open in giving serious and helpful opinions. And now she's sitting in front of me and we're discussing how she got in touch with the music scene she works in, her experiences and how this scene can also be very hostile to different people, including women and the LGBTQ community. I...2021-09-041h 33The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 21 - Molly Jervis -Hukulele and Singer (UK)I'm really happy to have connected with Molly! She is my youngest guest so far and is full of great ideas and passion. It was really interesting to discuss with her what music means to her now and what her future goals are. But Molly is also the singer, songwriter and hukulele in the family band Roisin Dubh where she plays with her father. Together they bring England good energy and a very sincere sound.
Song in the end: “Goodbye” by Roisin Dubh.
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Roisin Dubj2021-08-2853 minThe Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 20 - Nikolaj Lauszus - Drummer - Cold Night For Alligators (DK)This is it - here is my 20th episode - a small milestone but one that makes me extremely happy.
And it could only be a drummer my 20th guest. I like it because I feel more and more connected and close to percussionists.
Nicolaj is the drummer of the Danish band Cold Night For Alligators" and together we explore the creative process in the progressive metal scene, the relationships between musicians in the small Danish scene and more. Also some interesting trivia about the artistic choices put into the upcoming album.
Song in the...2021-08-071h 16The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 19 - Lost In A Detail - Post Rock (CH)For the first time on my podcast here is an interview with a band: Lost In A Detail.
This post rock band from Zurich immediately caught my attention with a very relaxed but at times extremely energetic and dynamic sound. It was an approach of curiosity since I didn't know what to expect. And the surprise was supreme. I had the pleasure to discuss their way of composing and playing music, from the rehearsal room to the vinyl. Thank you very much Koni and Andi for this episode.
Song in the end: “don't mess up your chan...2021-07-241h 13The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 18 - Tom Botchi - Movie Director (US)Why not talk about movies on this podcast? Music and images go hand in hand. Today I had a very interesting chat with director Tom Botchii from LA about his film called Artik and how his connection to the music scene and love for cinema led him to create this horror movie
Song in the end: “Venal” by La Città Dolente prod. by Trai Studios.
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...2021-07-101h 25The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 17 - Jonathan Albrechsten - Rot Away (DK)Since I've been doing podcasts, I've noticed that I have quite a few Danish friends. I met Jonathan years ago while he was singing for the band "Scarred by Beauty" and as it happened with so many people I met through music we kept in touch. In this episode we talk about fishing, dogs, growing up in a musical environment and his new band Rot Away.
Song in the end: “Hang Low” by Rot Away prod. by Last Mile Records.
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Contact the P...2021-06-261h 08The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 16 - Cassiano Toma - Drummer and Singer (CH)I really like having the opportunity to sit down with a good friend and talk about music: in this episode Cassiano, aka Cassi, discusses with me the influence that Nu-Metal and bands like Korn and Linkin Park had on our adolescence. We also reminisce about old memories of going to concerts together and his experience as a singer in a beat down band.
Song in the end: “Vivo mentre scrivo” by Xunah from the EP "Doom Rap" .
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mus...2021-06-1256 minThe Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 15 - Logan Miano - Rhythm Of Fear (US)I'm not a big fan of social media but it has allowed me to connect with a lot of people with the same interests as me. That's how I met Logan - on Instagram. In this episode I talk to him about what it's like to grow up as a musician in America, living in Florida and playing drums in a trash metal band. His energy is overwhelming and I really enjoyed our discussion. I hope to meet him here in Switzerland, a country he visited while on tour.
Song in the end: “Slithering Madness” by Rhythm Of Fe...2021-05-291h 22The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 14 - Derek Ski - XrepresentX (US)In several episodes of my podcast I have mentioned the Straight Edge and shared ideas and opinions with people who also hold this music-related philosophy of life dear. For some time now I've felt the need to clarify the topic and introduce it to the artistic and musical community not directly connected to the world of hardcore punk and metal. I could only have a better guest than Derek Ski, lead singer of the band XrepresentX - a band that bases its existence on SxE.
We also discuss his experience in Europe and which led him to become a...2021-05-151h 16The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 13 - Eric Dillon - Zombie Apocalypse / Shai Hulud (US)I love Frank Herbert's book Dune - and I love the metalcore band Shai Hulud just as much. This led me to meet the band Zombie Apocalypse and eventually to have a chat with Eric Dillon. Once again, music leads me to combine different interests and meet incredible people.
With Eric I have the pleasure to discuss about his musical projects, his experience in the music business and how come Zombie Apocalypse's album "life without pain is a fucking fantasy" has such a sweet and curious cover.
Song in the end: "We still might be d...2021-04-301h 38The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 12 - Sebastian Hayn - Clarinet (IT)I dedicate this episode to Kim. It was a pleasure to have met you, we will see each other again on the other side.
I met Sebastian while working at the Opernhaus Zurich: it was audition time and we just started talking. Keeping in touch with the people we meet in our private or professional lives leads to wonderful experiences like this.
Together we decided to talk about what kind of approach Sebastian chose to record his first album. How he found himself abroad and how important it is to create an artistic personality. If you vi...2021-04-161h 14The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 11 - Fabian Ziegler - Percussionist (CH)For those who don't know, I play the drums: I always wanted to play loud and percussion has always fascinated me.
Meeting Fabian at the Davos Festival was an experience that led me to discover this interest and passion for those instruments. To make rhythm and communicate. With the body and instruments - you don't just ear the percussion, you feel it.
This is because I consider Fabian to be a modern-day poet who expresses himself on stage in such an engaging way and also knows how to involve his fellow musicians and the audience.
On 19.3.2021 he r...2021-04-021h 10The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 10 - Michele Bianchi aka Michelino - Vinyl collector/Music aficionado (CH)I have known Michele for many years now and we grew up in the same music scene. I have always admired his passion for music and the knowledge he acquired by listening to bands I had no idea even existed.
Music is meant to be listened to and enjoyed, which is why I wanted to talk to a fan and not necessarily a musician.
We talk about our experience and how this passion has evolved and explore different colours of the music scene in Michelino's collection.
it's really nice to be able to continue to sha...2021-03-191h 27The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 9 - Chiara Opalio - Pianist (IT)Talking to Chiara was a great pleasure: an energetic personality who inspired me a lot. It is always fascinating to understand how a person finds their instrument and the bond that is created between the two.
I had the pleasure of meeting Chiara years ago while working at the Argovia Philharmonic and we spent a couple of weeks together working for the Davos Festival last summer.
We discussed the vision of a career and what it means to progress as an artist and as a person. From her beginnings to her decision to settle in Switzerland to t...2021-03-051h 14The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 8 - Andrea Bizzocchi - Tattoo Artist (IT)It's always a pleasure to have a nice chat with an old friend. This is what happened with Andrea Bizzocchi aka Bizzo San, tattoo artist and musician, who moved from Rimini to Hamburg.
We met years ago at a concert and since then we have always been in contact and music has united us deeply. In this episode we discuss values and ideas from the music scene such as straight edge, being vegan and how important it is to listen to what you like.
Also, several albums that we have always loved and still love are turning tw...2021-02-191h 10The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP. 7 - John Gyllhamn - Photographer (SWE)I met John while on tour with Ghost Iris in 2018. I was very fascinated by his dedication and the way he moved around the stage in order to capture the best moments of each show.
We are on youtube every day and we can't deny what a big impact on the music business (via socials etc) created by images.
In this episode we discuss his profession and what is essential to achieve an original and authoritative visual product.
Song in the end: Emptiness/Disgrace by Total Recall prod. Stefano "Orkid" Santi.
...2021-02-051h 06The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP.6 - Swiss Music Student - Violinist (CH)This episode aims to support and encourage young musicians in professional training.
The young musician studied in Switzerland and is now pursuing her master's degree at the acclaimed Guildhall School in London.
I thought that in a situation like the one we are in, it is important to hold on and continue with our passions and goals. That's no reason to change direction!
I hope this interview will inspire you to look ahead with confidence and to keep the PMA!
Song in the end: Superstar by Cheap Date prod. CBC 2021-01-221h 05The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP.5 - Gab De La Vega (IT)I asked to Gab De La Vega what does it mean being a songwriter nowadays.
We discussed how interesting it is to have your own "accent" without being afraid of being segregated and to create an artistic identity.
Seeing the world while on tour and the human experience that comes with it.
What it means to self-produce and put yourself in games and what you can learn from a similar artistic experience.
Gab will also talk to us about his idea behind Epidemic Records.
This information can be of inspiration and help to music...2021-01-081h 03The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP.4 - Pablo Sanchez of Billy the Kid (CR) - The Anunnaki ConnectionI always liked the X-Files poster with the ufo and the words "i want t believe". I have always believed in extraterrestrials and have always enjoyed reading and watching documentaries about them.
I met Pablo during a European tour of Billy the Kid and while we were building our friendship we discovered the same passion for particular topics, between reality and sci fi.
Hence the birth of the Anunnaki Connection.
Pablo plays guitar in the straight edge hardcore band from the Costa Rica Billy the Kid. Carta Magna is his independent hip hop pr...2020-12-181h 20The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP.3 - Domenico Diego of Face Your Enemy (IT)Kawabonga my friends! In this Episode I talk with Domenico Diego of the Italian band Face Your Enemy and Fulci. Representing the Caserta Beatdown Commando aka CBC.
We will discover how much the '90 and influence their sound and what does "pizza style" means!
Song in the end: Face Your Enemy, Italian Stallion, CBC Prod.
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Contact the...2020-12-041h 03The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP.2 - Jesper Gün of Ghost Iris (DK)In this Episode I talk with the lead singer of the Danish metalcore band Ghost Iris Jesper Gün about his path into hard music, song writing and the influence of topics like veganism in his process to create new music.
Music in the end: Ghost Iris, Made to rust, Long Branch Records
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The Music To Live For With Shanti's PodcastMusic To Live For With Shanti - EP.1 - Thomas Erlank - Tenor (ZA)In this Episode I talk with Thomas Erlank about his personal experience as a tenor that brought him from South Africa to the Opernhaus in Zürich.
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