My special guest today is my friend Graham Marlitt, with artistic name NothingSpecial. He has embarked on his musical odyssey during the late 2000s and early 2010s, immersing himself in the vibrant underground rave scene of the Pacific Northwest. Captivated by the boundless creative expression, pulsating energy, and emotive depth of electronic music, he resolved to master the art of music production through the vast repository of knowledge found on YouTube. His singular aspiration was to elicit profound emotional responses through his compositions.
Driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge, DJ NothingSpecial journeyed across the country, leaving behind his native Washington State to settle in the bustling metropolis of New York City. Although academia held little appeal for him, he recognized the value of completing his education amidst the dynamic cultural milieu of the Big Apple while tirelessly honing his craft. Securing an internship at Engine Room Audio, a renowned recording studio nestled in Manhattan, he delved into the intricacies of professional audio recording, mixing, and mastering.
After a transformative tenure in New York spanning nearly four years, DJ NothingSpecial, drawn by the allure of affordability and camaraderie, embarked on a new chapter in Philadelphia alongside companions forged in the crucible of education. Nestled in our beautiful and vibrant neighborhood of Manayunk, Graham now crafts his musical tapestries within the confines of his home studio or amidst the urban bustle, collaborating with friends or pursuing solitary creative endeavors.
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