Creative Control

Welcome to Creative Control. In this episode, Chris talks with Alex Bonavia the Head of Revenue at the digital marketing agency Wavo. Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Welcome to Creative Control. In this episode, Chris talks with EJ Collins the marketing mastermind that uses his unique vision and skills to ignite dialog between brands and their intended markets. Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Welcome to Creative Control. In this episode, Chris talks with Vivek Srinivasan COO + CFO of Production Club (http://production.club/) and discusses how to create iconic visuals and set designs to bring performances to new levels. Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Welcome to Creative Control. In this episode Chris talks with Gary Richards (a.k.a Destructo) about the music business, pioneering electronic music, and how to build a successful festival.  Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Welcome to Creative Control. In this episode Chris talks with Larisa Love (@Larisadoll) and learns how she built her business and perfected her art as a hair stylist and Instagram guru. Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Welcome to Creative Control. In this episode Chris talks with the Cult Creative Ian Bixel and discuss how to draw from the creative well and turn ideas into art and design. Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Welcome to Creative Control. In this episode Chris talks with business partner and friend Ryan Jaso and discusses how to build relationships and connect with people. Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Welcome to Creative Control. In this episode Chris sits down and talks with brothers Jonny and Christopher Cota the owners and brilliant minds behind the brand SKINGRAFT (www.skingraftdesigns.com). SKINGRAFT is where music and its lifestyle-driven subcultures play a large part in defining the cuts, colorways, and fabrication of the brand’s signature dark, draping designs. Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Welcome to Creative Control. In this episode Chris sits down and talks with Keven Stirdivant (a.k.a Kevion) the president and founder of KASE Real Estate, which is currently ranked in Wall Street Journal’s Top 100 Teams Nationwide. Kevion gives insight after insight on how to set your life in balance in order to be a top producer and how he overcame hurdles in his own life to get where he is today. Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Chris talks with music industry titan Steve Barri. Mr. Barri tells story after story about what it was like to be an A&R Man, hit song writer, and what it was like to work with acts like Prince, Stevie Wonder, and The Mamas and the Papas. Mr. Barri has used his experience and passion for music to help pave the way for the next generation. Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Chris talks with video producer and business owner Sat Mehta. Sat outlines his journey as a professional starting with his internships at Interscope Records and Sony, to winning a VMA for his music video for "Uma Thurman" by Fall Out Boy, and being the first A&R in the US for Circus Records. We hope you enjoy this conversation with the one and only Sat Mehta. Want more creative content? Explore more at www.controlforever.com

Chris sits down with fashion guru and entrepreneur iamkoko. Learn how she views fashion, built her brand, and how to trendforcast. From working as a kid in her parents jewelry store to opening her own store (www.iamkoko.la), iamkoko gives us a look into what it's like to build a brand from the ground up. 

In this episode of Creative Control, we sit down with Stephen Malbon of Malbon Golf. We talk about hustle, persistence, and paving your own path. From dropping out of college to creating one of the most exciting brands in sports.Like what your hearing? Don't forget to subscribe! Listen and read more at www.controlforever.com.

In this episode of Creative Control, we sit down with DJ Willy Joy. He discusses how he has always had a sense of what people like to hear and how he built confidence in his work. We tap into the importance of finding a routine and eliminating distractions to allow your creativity to flow.

In this in-depth conversation with renowned DJ/Producer, Jaykode, we discuss how to amplify the things that make you unique as an artist. Jaykode also breaks down how to use remixing as a strategy to build a following and how he got into aggressive but melodic base music. We get into the importance of taking a break when you’re burnt out and remembering why you’re doing what you're doing when things get tough.

In this episode with entrepreneur, musician and inspiration guru, David Alexander, we discuss finding your way as an artist and finding your life’s meaning. David opens up about the process of creating one of the music industry’s most renowned schools, the Icon Collective, all whilst juggling his own artist career, multiple business ventures and life simultaneously.

In this episode of Creative Control, we sit down with Miki from @TheMagPark. Miki talks about growing up in the San Fernando with parents that were entrepreneurs and the process of starting your own clothing line. We discuss how to get into the Sneaker Game and Streetwear as stock. Miki gives tips on how to start your own consignment shop and opens up about why Iverson is King. 

In this episode of Creative Control, host Chris White sits down with Australian DJ Wax Motif. Wax opens up about the culture shocks of growing up in Australia and how “Big” in Australia versus “Big” in America are entirely different. He also tells all about his decision to change his life path and finding DJing. We wrap up with discussing the dangers of worrying and tips on how to be unique.

In this episode of Creative Control we sit down with the influential electronic music duo from Miami, GTA. Julio Mejia and Matthew Van Troth open up about how they started making music and why "death to genres" has made such an impact on their music. They elaborate on how to make the “different” cool record, building out your team and being collaborative. We also touch upon their rise to fame and going on tour with Rhianna all whilst maintaining a state of gratitude. 

In this episode of Creative Control, we speak to the Norwegian DJ Matoma. He touches upon everything from his musical training and growing up in Sweden to finding true success. We’re given insight on how to develop your own sound and maintaining a positive state of mind through balance. Matoma also shares his wealth of knowledge about being authentic in a creative field and the importance of positivity in everyday life.