http://thelofipodcast.com
Hope you have a great time!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>enMusic InterviewsCopyright Hajime Hattorihttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9343e68638a4c45d0a6148de5c918f92.jpghttp://thelofipodcast.comTue, 18 Aug 2026 16:53:28 +0000Hajime HattoriHajime Hattoripatricksukiyaki@johnmccrossan.ieWelcome to The Lofi Podcast - a show where we talk with people in the Lofi community about their love for the genre, the music they make, and much more! Hope you have a great time!
Hope you have a great time!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>false08cb0f0e-223c-5c80-a0fe-247c79c5e2deepisodicSupport the podcast!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-larkwood-falls-gear-contentment-and-balancing-priorities--73106541
In today's episode Larkwood and I discuss about collecting gear and knowing when to be content with it. As well as this, we look at when to have your priorities right in balancing hobbies and family. Expect some off the rails dives into "bro country"!

You can find all of Larkwoods stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/larkwoodfalls

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73106541Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:00:02 +0000Hajime HattoriThe Lofi Podcast has now reached 20 episodes with today's guest Larkwood Falls! In today's episode Larkwood and I discuss about collecting gear and knowing when to be content with it. As well as this, we look at when to have your priorities right in...
In today's episode Larkwood and I discuss about collecting gear and knowing when to be content with it. As well as this, we look at when to have your priorities right in balancing hobbies and family. Expect some off the rails dives into "bro country"!

You can find all of Larkwoods stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/larkwoodfalls

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>4127falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-colours-and-clouds-artistic-upbringings-education-and-faith--72612993
You can find all of Colours and Clouds stuff here:

https://linktr.ee/coloursandclouds

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72612993Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:30:13 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome to the 19th episode of The Lofi Podcast with my guest Colours and Clouds! In today's episode we discuss about how it's extremely beneficial for children when growing up to have exposure to creating art, as well as how the education system...
You can find all of Colours and Clouds stuff here:

https://linktr.ee/coloursandclouds

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>3769falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-elen-hope-music-growing-staying-humble-and-learning-from-mistakes--71828832In today's episode, Elen and I talk a bit about growing in music and learning from our mistakes. As well as this we also discuss about learning from others who are ahead of you and also learning to share your knowledge with others!

You can find all of Elens stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/elenhopemusic

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71828832Thu, 21 May 2026 23:00:02 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome everyone to the 18th episode of The Lofi Podcast with Elen Hope Music! In today's episode, Elen and I talk a bit about growing in music and learning from our mistakes. As well as this we also discuss about learning from others who are ahead of...In today's episode, Elen and I talk a bit about growing in music and learning from our mistakes. As well as this we also discuss about learning from others who are ahead of you and also learning to share your knowledge with others!

You can find all of Elens stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/elenhopemusic

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2977falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-northern-drift-acoustic-lofi-growing-playlists-and-labels--70839049In this episode Dave and I discuss a little about acoustic lofi and how the genre has grown.
As well as this, we look into the tactics we can use in submitting our music to playlists from his experience as a playlister!

You can find all of Nothern Drift's stuff here:

https://linktr.ee/northerndrift

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839049Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:00:02 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome to the 17th episode of The Lofi Podcast with today's guest Northern Drift! In this episode Dave and I discuss a little about acoustic lofi and how the genre has grown. As well as this, we look into the tactics we can use in submitting our...In this episode Dave and I discuss a little about acoustic lofi and how the genre has grown.
As well as this, we look into the tactics we can use in submitting our music to playlists from his experience as a playlister!

You can find all of Nothern Drift's stuff here:

https://linktr.ee/northerndrift

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>3757falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-nessen-beyond-lofi-hip-hop-lofi-bands-and-audio-engineering--70524594
You can find all of Nessen's stuff here:
https://nessenmusic.com/

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70524594Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:02 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome all to the latest addition to The Lofi Podcast with today's guest Nessen! In this episode, Nessen and I discuss a little about the genre of Lofi expanding beyond Lofi Hip-Hop and how we can even become pioneers in expanding the genre! You can...
You can find all of Nessen's stuff here:
https://nessenmusic.com/

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2429falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-greyware-honest-music-keeping-it-simple-and-not-chasing-numbers--69875109
In today's episode we discuss making music that's simple yet also we are emotionally attached to. As well as this we also talk about the joys in not chasing numbers but making music for the love of the art!

You can find all of Greyware's stuff here: https://linktr.ee/greyware

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69875109Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:02 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome all to the 15th Episode of The Lofi Podcast with today's guest Greyware! In today's episode we discuss making music that's simple yet also we are emotionally attached to. As well as this we also talk about the joys in not chasing numbers but...
In today's episode we discuss making music that's simple yet also we are emotionally attached to. As well as this we also talk about the joys in not chasing numbers but making music for the love of the art!

You can find all of Greyware's stuff here: https://linktr.ee/greyware

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2600falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-spective-ai-music-label-submissions-and-the-future-of-the-genre--69544045
In today's episode, Spective and I discuss about AI Music and how it's become such an issue in the lofi scene and how we may be able to counteract the rise of it. As well as that, we also talk a little bit about how he finds running a label and what he's learnt from working on the other side of the submission forms!

You can find all of Spective's stuff here:
https://campsite.bio/spective

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69544045Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:07 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome all to episode 14 of The Lofi Podcast with today's guest Spective from Chill Ride records! In today's episode, Spective and I discuss about AI Music and how it's become such an issue in the lofi scene and how we may be able to counteract the...
In today's episode, Spective and I discuss about AI Music and how it's become such an issue in the lofi scene and how we may be able to counteract the rise of it. As well as that, we also talk a little bit about how he finds running a label and what he's learnt from working on the other side of the submission forms!

You can find all of Spective's stuff here:
https://campsite.bio/spective

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2172falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-umbrellaboy-nostalgia-lofi-aesthetic-and-bringing-a-sense-of-calm--69082883
You can find all of umbrellaboy's stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/umbrellaboymusic

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69082883Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:08 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome all to episode 13 of The Lofi Podcast! In today's episode, umbrellaboy and I discuss the nostalgia we can get from listening to lofi tracks, and how we can try to implement that in the music we ourselves make. As well as that, we discuss how...
You can find all of umbrellaboy's stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/umbrellaboymusic

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2501falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-alcinous-learning-discipline-and-returning-to-a-childlike-mindset--68452266In today's episode, Alcinous and I discuss how in making music we need to have a discipline in our craft and how sometimes having a goal can help us a long way. As well as this, we mention how sometimes we need to let things go and have fun just like children in the art we make!

You can find all of Alcinous' stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/alcinousmusic

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68452266Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:10 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome all to the 12th episode of The Lofi Podcast! In today's episode, Alcinous and I discuss how in making music we need to have a discipline in our craft and how sometimes having a goal can help us a long way. As well as this, we mention how...In today's episode, Alcinous and I discuss how in making music we need to have a discipline in our craft and how sometimes having a goal can help us a long way. As well as this, we mention how sometimes we need to let things go and have fun just like children in the art we make!

You can find all of Alcinous' stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/alcinousmusic

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2371falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-blue-sirens-solo-albums-self-releasing-and-physical-releases--67832502
In today's episode, we discuss a little about the producing of Blue Sirens' latest album and how it can be a challenge but also satisfying to produce an album by yourself. As well as this, we also discussed about how we can build a community around the music we make!

You can find all of Blue Sirens' stuff here alongside his latest album:
https://beacons.ai/bluesirensmusic
https://open.spotify.com/album/4YiVJaqIqFttkFSd2AMWC5?si=BHG7O_geSba54QE_Q4TcCw https://www.youtube.com/@bluesirensmusic

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67832502Thu, 16 Oct 2025 23:00:08 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome all to the 11th episode of The Lofi Podcast, where my guest tday is Blue Sirens. In today's episode, we discuss a little about the producing of Blue Sirens' latest album and how it can be a challenge but also satisfying to produce an album by...
In today's episode, we discuss a little about the producing of Blue Sirens' latest album and how it can be a challenge but also satisfying to produce an album by yourself. As well as this, we also discussed about how we can build a community around the music we make!

You can find all of Blue Sirens' stuff here alongside his latest album:
https://beacons.ai/bluesirensmusic
https://open.spotify.com/album/4YiVJaqIqFttkFSd2AMWC5?si=BHG7O_geSba54QE_Q4TcCw https://www.youtube.com/@bluesirensmusic

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>3406falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-no-sormal-the-journey-of-making-art-that-resonates-with-you--67636420
In this episode No Sormal and I discuss about the art we create and how we can take steps in creating art that resonates with us. We also talk about how we need to take time to step back, be mindful, and live in the moment and how that can help the music we create!

Check out all of No Sormal's stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/nosormal

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67636420Thu, 18 Sep 2025 23:00:08 +0000Hajime HattoriThe Lofi Podcast's episode numbers are now in double digits! Welcome to the 10th episode of the show, with this week's guest being No Sormal. In this episode No Sormal and I discuss about the art we create and how we can take steps in creating art...
In this episode No Sormal and I discuss about the art we create and how we can take steps in creating art that resonates with us. We also talk about how we need to take time to step back, be mindful, and live in the moment and how that can help the music we create!

Check out all of No Sormal's stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/nosormal

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2689falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-brillion-mastering-lofi-girl-and-building-a-brand-around-yourself--67408286
In this episode, brillion. and I talk about the art of mastering, and how seeing where the music will be in the end can influence the creative process. As well as that, we discuss how we can build a brand around ourselves in this modern online world and use it to our advantage!

Check out all of brillion.'s stuff here:
https://nocturnalnostalgia.net

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67408286Thu, 21 Aug 2025 23:00:07 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome all to the 9th episode of The Lofi Podcast where today's guest is Lofi Girl artist and mastering engineer brillion.! In this episode, brillion. and I talk about the art of mastering, and how seeing where the music will be in the end can...
In this episode, brillion. and I talk about the art of mastering, and how seeing where the music will be in the end can influence the creative process. As well as that, we discuss how we can build a brand around ourselves in this modern online world and use it to our advantage!

Check out all of brillion.'s stuff here:
https://nocturnalnostalgia.net

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2255falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-taki-brano-motivation-choices-and-finding-your-place-in-music--66868000
We also discuss how we must have motivation and purpose in our art, and how without this we can't make what we love!

Check out Taki Brano's stuff here: https://takibrano.carrd.co/

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66868000Thu, 17 Jul 2025 23:00:08 +0000Hajime HattoriToday on The Lofi Podcast, Taki Brano discusses motivation and not staying in a rut in our artistic journeys and how we need to sometimes take a step out of our comfort zone in life to get where we need to go! We also discuss how we must have...
We also discuss how we must have motivation and purpose in our art, and how without this we can't make what we love!

Check out Taki Brano's stuff here: https://takibrano.carrd.co/

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2331falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-fretless-fingers-obstacles-overcoming-and-music-being-for-all--66223371
As well as this, we dive into the accessibility of producing now, and that music is for everyone - no matter who you are!

You can find all of Fretless Fingers' stuff here: https://hypeddit.com/fretlessfingers/musiclinks

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66223371Thu, 29 May 2025 23:00:08 +0000Hajime HattoriIn today's episode of The Lofi Podcast, Fretless Fingers talks about his story and how he got his name, and how despite his difficulties he managed to overcome the hurdles and continue to produce music. As well as this, we dive into the accessibility...
As well as this, we dive into the accessibility of producing now, and that music is for everyone - no matter who you are!

You can find all of Fretless Fingers' stuff here: https://hypeddit.com/fretlessfingers/musiclinks

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2696falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-kanyun-lofi-gear-plugins-and-getting-back-to-the-why--65626653
Can't wait to have you along!

You can find all of Kanyun's stuff here: https://linktr.ee/kanyunlofi

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65626653Thu, 24 Apr 2025 23:00:07 +0000Hajime HattoriGood day and welcome to the 6th episode of The Lofi Podcast! Today Kanyun dives into the subject of DAWs, gear, plugins, and also getting back to the reasons why we started making music in the first place! Can't wait to have you along! You can find...
Can't wait to have you along!

You can find all of Kanyun's stuff here: https://linktr.ee/kanyunlofi

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2103falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-thezachmichael-sync-licensing-and-getting-your-music-out-there--64738480
Today, Zach and I talk about building contacts with people in the music industry and also the concept of sync licensing - something which isn't talked about often! I didn't know much about this subject so it was a great learning experience even for me!

Hope you enjoy!

You can find all of Zach's stuff here:
https://www.elizabethrecords.net/

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64738480Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:00:07 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome everyone to the fifth instalment of The Lofi Podcast with The Zach Michael!  Today, Zach and I talk about building contacts with people in the music industry and also the concept of sync licensing - something which isn't talked about often! I...
Today, Zach and I talk about building contacts with people in the music industry and also the concept of sync licensing - something which isn't talked about often! I didn't know much about this subject so it was a great learning experience even for me!

Hope you enjoy!

You can find all of Zach's stuff here:
https://www.elizabethrecords.net/

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2745falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-saint-rumi-producing-with-others-in-person-and-the-roots-of-lofi--64150816
Saint Rumi and I discuss producing music with others in person and how it differs with collaborating over the internet. Also Rumi gives us a quick history of lofi and how we got to where we are today!

Hope you enjoy and have an amazing day - you can find Saint Rumi here on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/beatsbysaintrumi/

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64150816Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:00:07 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome everyone to this edition of The Lofi Podcast! On todays episode I have Saint Rumi, an amazing lofi producer who is at the top of his craft! Saint Rumi and I discuss producing music with others in person and how it differs with collaborating...
Saint Rumi and I discuss producing music with others in person and how it differs with collaborating over the internet. Also Rumi gives us a quick history of lofi and how we got to where we are today!

Hope you enjoy and have an amazing day - you can find Saint Rumi here on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/beatsbysaintrumi/

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2149falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-cucamello-contracts-working-with-labels-and-the-legal-stuff--63630581
We discuss about the different communities surrounding lofi labels, making music specificially for certain labels, the legality behind contracts when releasing music, and much more.

Can't wait to have you along!

Check out all of Cucamello's stuff here:
https://cucamello.com/#linkinbio

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63630581Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:07 +0000Hajime HattoriOn todays episode of The Lofi Podcast, my special guest is Cucamello - Lofi producer, Label A&R and Community manager, and man of many other talents! We discuss about the different communities surrounding lofi labels, making music specificially...
We discuss about the different communities surrounding lofi labels, making music specificially for certain labels, the legality behind contracts when releasing music, and much more.

Can't wait to have you along!

Check out all of Cucamello's stuff here:
https://cucamello.com/#linkinbio

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2319falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-chase-beats-drawing-inspiration-from-others--62778971
You can find all of Chase's stuff here: https://chasebeats.info

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62778971Fri, 29 Nov 2024 00:00:06 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome to the second episode of The Lofi Podcast! Today we talk with Chase Beats about being a guitarist, drawing inspiration from other musicians, working with other producers in person, and lots more! You can find all of Chase's stuff here:...
You can find all of Chase's stuff here: https://chasebeats.info

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>1975beatmaker,lofi,music,musicproductionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-kz1teryyy-making-music-for-those-we-love--62341874
Check out all of kz1teryyy's stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/kz1teryyy

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62341874Thu, 24 Oct 2024 23:00:01 +0000Hajime HattoriWelcome everyone to the first ever episode of The Lofi Podcast with kz1teryyy! Today we discuss our love of music, the Lofi community as a family, and making music for the people we love! Check out all of kz1teryyy's stuff here:...
Check out all of kz1teryyy's stuff here:
https://linktr.ee/kz1teryyy

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lofi-podcast--6345670/support.]]>2665falsefull