Pre-interview goods

1. Drop Your Deets

We want to make you look great! Add your a headshot, action shot and short bio or electronic press kit to this Google link.

2. Get Prepped

Take a few minutes to review the info on this page. Below you will find the interview format and a list of FAQ to answer all the questions that we are sure you may have.

3. Schedule Your Pre-Interview 30 minute call

Let's get to know each other over a quick call to plan your episode. We also share what to expect for day-of recording and answer any questions you may have.

Green Room

Pre-recording: We will be set up and ready in the green room. Come in, get comfortable before we hit record.

Recording: We record for 10-15 minutes. The style of the show is conversational Q&A broken into three main parts.

• Intro: Warm up with a quick introduction
• Main: Share about your set and a brief about your artist journey
• Wrap up: Share your contact info and close the episode
  
  

Post-recording: Take a moment to debrief as we finish recording. Your episode will be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and our Youtube Channel.

Live Audience

Pre-recording: Arrive 30 minutes early to get prepared and relax a bit before recording. Live audience arrives: *If we are in front of a live audience, they will arrive within the 30 minutes prior to recording.

Recording: We record for 45 minutes. The style of the show is conversational Q&A broken into 4 main parts.

• Intro: Warm up with a quick introduction and some banter.
• Main: Share about your set and a brief about your artist journey
• Headliner Hot Seat: Rapid fire Q&A
• Wrap up: Share your contact info and close the episode
  
  

Live Set: Take 5 to transition to the decks for your hour long set. You will be playing on XDJ-XZ. *Your live set is recorded and will be available on our Youtube Channel.

In Studio

Pre-recording: Arrive 30 minutes early to get prepared and relax a bit before recording.

Recording: We record for 45 minutes. The style of the show is conversational Q&A broken into 4 main parts.

• Intro: Warm up with a quick introduction and some banter.
• Main: Share about your artist journey and any inspirational nuggets of wisdom you've learned along your way.
• Wrap up: Share your contact info and close the episode
  
  

Post-recording: Take a moment to debrief as we finish recording.Your episode will be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and our Youtube Channel.

Example Questions

Banter: We warm the room with banter on our long format recordings (45 minutes). This helps us get into the groove before we dive into the meat and potatoes. Here we can discuss topics such as current events and interests you have outside of your music journey.

Getting to know you:

- Tell us about you and your music

- What inspired you to get into DJing/Producing?

- What is one roadblock or hurdle you faced along the way and how did you overcome it? 

- What is one thing people may not know about you?

- How has your music style changed along the years?

- Who inspires your music style?

- What is one piece of invaluable advice you received that impacted you?

- How do you stay inspired/creative?

- What project(s) are you currently working on?

- How can people find you and your music?

Our gift to you

As a thank you for your time

We want this experience to add value you to you. For your time we will provide you with fully edited files for the following:

- Long format episode in both audio and video formats

- 3 short form videos for social media

- Long format video recording of your set (if applicable)

Like, tag, share

Let's keep the momentum going by sharing on social media. As we post content, we will tag you accordingly. If you choose to post content from our episode you can tag us on IG @amplifyedm and Youtube @ampedcast

Meet Your Host!

Kay Cote

Kay is an AMPEDCast podcaster and the friend in your corner who helps you uncover all of your business potential. Her expansive career in live radio, podcasting and as an emcee host has grown her skills as a communicator to help you share your story with ease in a relaxed and conversational setting.

In addition to hosting The Business Spotlight, Kay is multifaceted in both the media and music entertainment industries. She is skilled in branding, communications and small business. Kay has a background in live radio, podcasting, writing for publications and has even acted in commercials and movies.