Inside Electronic Music: 002 The World of EZBOT

Inside Electronic Music: The World of EZBOT (Matthew Piecora) and ModBang Accessories

Join host Eric Turner on Inside Electronic Music as he sits down with Matthew Piecora, aka EZBOT. Matthew shares his journey as a multifaceted musician, promoter, YouTuber, and live hardware performer. He is also the founder of ModBang, a synth accessory company. Learn about his experiences with education, live performances, and the development of his famous Octatrack performance template. Matthew discusses the challenges and rewards of the electronic music industry, from starting a business to teaching and promoting live hardware events. Tune in for insights into the art and community of electronic music.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:21 Matthew's Multifaceted Career
00:49 Consistency and Self-Perception
01:43 Musician and Educator Identity
02:43 YouTube and Teaching Philosophy
05:12 Transition to Electronic Music
09:38 Music Therapy and Helping Others
13:51 Starting a YouTube Channel
20:59 Creating the Octatrack Performance Template
26:18 The Unique Value of the Octatrack
35:17 Octatrack: The Ultimate Sampling Tool
35:56 Exploring the Versatility of Octatrack
37:38 Making a Living with Music: Matt's Journey
38:07 The Birth of ModBang
41:27 Challenges and Realities of Running a Business
46:41 The Role of Music Education
49:43 ModBang Events: Building a Community
56:30 Advice for Aspiring Musicians and Entrepreneurs
01:00:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts