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  • Marcella Araica - Recording & Mixing Engineer

    8 APR 2024 · A very special guest joins https://www.instagram.com/chadcnoteroper/ for this premiere episode of Amplifier. In collaboration with https://www.gwmusiclab.com/about-the-lab, Chad and GWML Coordinator B~Free sit down with renowned recording and mixing engineer https://www.instagram.com/incrediblelago/. Since the early 2000s, beginning with her days at Miami's Hit Factory, Araica has helped pop and R&B stars reframe their sound. The Grammy-winning engineer has collaborated with artists as Timbaland, Britney Spears, Usher, Keri Hilson, Snoop Dogg, Big K.R.I.T., Missy Elliott, Nelly Furtado and more.   Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit thehttps://ampmke.org/, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier'shttps://www.facebook.com/ampmke. You can also follow Amplifier onhttps://www.instagram.com/ampmke/.  To learn more about Grace Weber's Music Lab, https://www.gwmusiclab.com/about-the-lab.
    50m 18s
  • Marcus McFarlin - The Art of Performance

    25 DEC 2023 · Amplifier Director & Host https://www.instagram.com/chadcnoteroper/ sits down with songwriter, producer and preacher https://www.instagram.com/marcuseldermac/. He discusses his journey to success, entering the music industry, writing and producing for other artists and how leaning on his faith helps him stay humbled and focused. McFarlin was a member of the Amplifier cohort in 2021. Since then, he’s been on the road in the hit stage play ‘Hood Book’ with gospel legend Fred Hammond and written for Bishop Marvin L. Sapp. Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit thehttps://ampmke.org/, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier'shttps://www.facebook.com/ampmke. You can also follow Amplifier onhttps://www.instagram.com/ampmke/. This episode was recorded live in October 2023. Produced by Kim Shine
    56m 56s
  • BMW Kenny - The Art of Production

    19 AUG 2023 · Amplifier host https://www.instagram.com/chadcnoteroper/ sits down with artist, producer & songwriter https://www.instagram.com/iambmwkenny/. Known for creating the viral #wipeitdown challenge, he’s also worked on tracks for Rihanna, Justin Bieber, One Chance and Brandy. In this episode, BMW Kenny talks with Roper about patience, developing your talent, advocating for credit on productions and working on Rihanna’s song ‘https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1Fa0_Iyf0g’ ('Loud', 2010). This episode was recorded live in July 2023. Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the https://ampmke.org/, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's https://www.facebook.com/ampmke. You can also follow Amplifier on https://www.instagram.com/ampmke/. Produced by Kim Shine
    1h 15m 58s
  • Attorney Mario Breedlove - The Art of Negotiating

    19 AUG 2023 · Amplifier host https://www.instagram.com/chadcnoteroper/ sits down with Atlanta-based attorney http://www.breedlovelawfirm.com/attorney.html. Breedlove specializes in several areas including Business & Commercial Litigation. In this episode, the two talk about law and the entertainment industry: contracts, deals with publishing companies and more. This episode was recorded live in June 2023. Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the https://ampmke.org/, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's https://www.facebook.com/ampmke. You can also follow Amplifier on https://www.instagram.com/ampmke/. Produced by Kim Shine
    56m 28s
  • Carla Nealy - A Conversation on Mental Wellness

    19 AUG 2023 · Amplifier host https://www.instagram.com/chadcnoteroper/ sits down with Carla Nealy, owner https://www.perspectivesccc.com/. In this episode, the two talk about mental wellness and different ways to protect yourself and your peace. This episode was recorded live in May 2023. Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the https://ampmke.org/, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's https://www.facebook.com/ampmke. You can also follow Amplifier on https://www.instagram.com/ampmke/. Produced by Kim Shine
    39m 5s
  • Shonn Hinton - The Art of Live Performance & Production

    19 AUG 2023 · Amplifier host https://www.instagram.com/chadcnoteroper/ sits down with multi-faceted musician, singer & producer https://www.instagram.com/shonnhinton/. The Milwaukee native has worked with countless artists, including touring as a guitarist/musician for Mary J. Blige, John Legend and Jay-Z. He's also ventured out as a solo artist. In this episode, Hinton talks about the art of live performance, production and what makes a song evoke true emotion. This episode was recorded live in April 2023. Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the https://ampmke.org/, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's https://www.facebook.com/ampmke. You can also follow Amplifier on https://www.instagram.com/ampmke/. Produced by Kim Shine
    53m 11s
  • 'Credit King' Will Roundtree: Building Business Credit

    12 MAY 2023 · In this episode of Amplifier, Chad ‘C-Note’ Roper sits down 'Credit King' https://www.willroundtree.com/. Roundtree is a financial strategist, motivational speaker and author of books "Full Time CEO" and "Credit is King". The two discuss Roundtree's upbringing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and how he went from being homeless to becoming an established credit repair and financial expert. He also gives listeners key messages and advice on: being a 'student of life', marketing, resolving financial debt, investing, taxes and the value of mentorship. Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the https://ampmke.org/, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's https://www.facebook.com/ampmke. You can also follow Amplifier on https://www.instagram.com/ampmke/.
    59m 26s
  • Tiyon “TC” Christian – Success in the International Songwriting Market “KPop”

    1 MAR 2023 · In this episode of Amplifier, Chad ‘C-Note’ Roper talks with singer & songwriter https://www.instagram.com/tiyon.christian/. The two friends talk about TC’s start in Atlanta transitioning from recording covers to songwriting. He’s worked with classic producers as Rodney Jerkins, and done records for artists as Brandy, Backstreet Boys, Justin Bieber. He gives advice on getting placements, negotiating contracts (splits, recouping publishing) and the business of writing for artists in the U.S. versus overseas. This episode was recorded live on October 21, 2022. Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the https://ampmke.org/, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's https://www.facebook.com/ampmke. You can also follow Amplifier on https://www.instagram.com/ampmke/.
    1h 17m 31s
  • Philly Fly Boy - The Art of Visuals

    1 MAR 2023 · In this episode of Amplifier, Chad 'C-Note' Roper sits down with reknowned film director, videographer and Milwaukee native https://www.instagram.com/phillyflyboy/. Philly has worked with artists as T.I., Jadakiss, Kevin Gates and Sean Kingston. Philly details his journey from the beginning: unpaid gigs, falling forward, getting creative and staying consistent. For independent artists, he gives advice on navigating low-to-no paying opportunities, building a fan base and maximizing content. Check out his video demo reel, https://www.instagram.com/p/Ce4wYztDbv4/. This episode was recorded live on September 22, 2022. Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the https://ampmke.org/, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's https://www.facebook.com/ampmke. You can also follow Amplifier on https://www.instagram.com/ampmke/.
    1h 5m 51s
  • Carmen Esteves - The Creators Blueprint, Behind the Brand

    1 MAR 2023 · In this episode of Amplifier, Chad ‘C-Note’ Roper sits down with marketing and branding expert https://estevescreative.com/. She has more than 17 years of experience as a Film & TV award-winning, multi-platform production and commercial creative expert. Esteves talks about how to diversify and market your brand, developing partnerships and content creation. Through her company, Esteves Creative Group, she assists clients with their digital & broadcast video, web and print needs. This episode was recorded live on August 27, 2022. Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the https://ampmke.org/, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's https://www.facebook.com/ampmke. You can also follow Amplifier on https://www.instagram.com/ampmke/.
    1h 2m 53s

Amplifier is a free, artist development program equipping creatives with knowledge about the music & entertainment fields. In each episode, industry professionals give advice and answer audience questions. Powered by...

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Amplifier is a free, artist development program equipping creatives with knowledge about the music & entertainment fields. In each episode, industry professionals give advice and answer audience questions. Powered by Radio Milwaukee, Amplifier is recorded live and hosted by Grammy-nominated producer, writer & engineer Chad "C-Note" Roper.

Executive Producer: Kim Shine, HYFIN
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