Podcast Overview: Will, Walker & Royce discussed the uniqueness of Dirtybird and its impact on the music industry, the unpredictability of track success and the impact of self-help.
Who are Walker & Royce: Walker & Royce started when Sam and Gavin, having known each other in and out of the dance scene for years, finally began working together in 2011. Crosstown Rebels boss Damian Lazarus noticed one of their very first releases. The result was the Crosstown Rebels EP "You're Not Welcome" and with that, Walker & Royce was launched into the dance music spotlight. Around the same time, Walker & Royce released a track on OFF Recordings that went on to become a house anthem: "Connected". The song became a mainstay in Solomun's performances and with that set the stage for a diverse range of sounds from the pair. Their EP on Moda Black entitled “Sister” was picked by Pete Tong as his Essential New Tune, and their chart toping remix of Baunz’ “Out the Window” on Pets Recordings garnered support from many of the biggest artists in electronic music. Most recently the duo has joined the ranks on Claude Vonstroke’s seminal Dirtybird Records with the release of the “Boy” EP and “Hit Dem Draws” and Green Velvet’s legendary Relief Records with their chart toping release “Peep This Cat”, and “3 4 Shake It” with fellow Dirtybird artist Will Clarke. Having solidified their unique sound, you will hear Walker & Royce's music in many of the top DJ's from around the world! From Sasha to Adam Beyer, Maceo Plex to Gorgon City and Eats Everything to Locodice, they continue to break down the genre barriers and turn heads....
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Chapters
00:00
Introduction and reminiscing about previous podcast episodes
03:07
The early days of Dirtybird Campout and the sense of community
09:24
Changes in the music scene and the rise of festivals
14:09
The uniqueness of Dirtybird and its impact on the music industry
16:17
The evolution of festivals and the intention of becoming a festival DJ
19:47
The Pressure of Success
20:21
Insulating from Public Interactions
21:18
The Impact of Record Success
22:14
The Unpredictability of Track Success
23:13
The Value of a Strong Fan Base
24:13
Consistency Over Hit Records
25:14
Navigating Lulls in Success
27:15
Overcoming Doubt and Pushing Forward
28:13
The Importance of a Strong Team
29:06
The Benefits of Working as a Duo
30:40
Maintaining Balance and Respect
34:44
The Importance of Relationships
36:33
Embracing Change and Letting Go
38:59
The Value of Hard Work and Persistence
46:03
The Journey to Success
48:05
Deciding to Make an Album
51:52
The Process of Creating the Album
54:05
Dirtybird's Sale and Starting RDA
59:01
The Impact of Self-Help
01:05:41
Album Tour and Future Plans