About this episodeZedd shares his meticulous approach to latte making, detailing specific techniques for grinding, tamping, and …AI summary
Zedd shares his meticulous approach to latte making, detailing specific techniques for grinding, tamping, and milk frothing that mirror his dedication to music production. He discusses the evolution of his career from EDM hits to the genre-defying album 'Telos', highlighting the importance of fan trust and artistic freedom. Zedd also reveals how he leverages AI tools for live performance stem separation and shares the story behind scoring the Dragon Ball theme song.
Key takeaways 5
Zedd's coffee hobby is driven by a desire for mastery and precision, using spreadsheets to rank beans by acidity, sweetness, and bitterness, and weighing inputs/outputs (20g in, ~30g out) to replicate successful shots.
The album 'Telos' was nearly 9 years in the making; Zedd's label supported this timeline because they trusted his work ethic and understood that good things take time, allowing him to evolve beyond his 'EDM guy' persona.
Zedd uses AI technology practically in live settings to isolate stems (drums/vocals) from tracks on the fly, enabling him to perform country-specific songs (like Brazilian or Colombian versions) without needing official label stems.
His Coachella performance was an unexpected success; despite pre-show anxiety about crowd energy based on negative online reviews, the massive turnout and energy exceeded expectations.
Zedd views music as an expression of love and passion rather than a competition, noting that he no longer tries to make his songs 'louder' just to compete with other DJs.
Notable quotes 4AI-generated: wording and quote attribution may be wrong. Use the play link to verify.
“I don't have a coffee gift. This is pure work.”
▶ 7:15Zedd explaining that his latte-making skills come from dedication and practice rather than innate talent, similar to his approach to hobbies.
“If you think about how much negativity there is online... it's so silly... To me, music is about love and sharing passion.”
▶ 27:31Zedd reflecting on his mature perspective regarding online criticism and the purpose of his art.
“I already wrote the perfect theme song that is so deeply inspired by Dragon Ball... Out of Time turned into two separate songs... they evolved into their own two different versions.”
▶ 31:29Explaining how the song 'Out of Time' from his album 'Telos' was originally inspired by Dragon Ball but split into two distinct tracks for the album and the anime theme.
“Chaos is part of my job, but you know, freaking out is not.”
▶ 19:04Zedd describing his leadership style during high-pressure live performances like Coachella.
Chapters & Sections (24)▼
0:00Coffee Connoisseur's Latte Making Processchapter3
0:00Coffee Connoisseur's Latte Making Process
2:25Coffee Tasting and Roasting Process
4:16Adjusting Coffee Grinder Settings
5:55Coffee Brewing and Tamping Techniqueschapter2
5:55Coffee Brewing and Tamping Techniques
8:06Discussing Coffee Preferences and Brewing Techniques
10:13Coffee Making and Appreciation Discussionchapter2
10:13Review of Coffee Tasting Experience
12:03Coffee Making Hobby and Precision
14:29Discovering Coffee Machines and Music Successchapter2
14:29Coffee Machine and Music Career Reflections
16:51Coachella Performance and Crowd Energy
19:28Teamwork and Improvisation in Live Performancechapter2
19:28Teamwork and Improvisation in Live Performance
21:59Artist's Journey and Creative Growth
23:48Artist Discusses Album Creation Processchapter2
23:48Artist Discusses Album Creation Process
26:49Artist's Evolution and Music Philosophy
28:09Future Music Projects and Inspirationchapter4
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