Poducer

In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Chicago-based producer Chez (pronounced “cheese”) for a fun and thoughtful conversation about music, identity, and community. Chez reflects on his first NSW show, overcoming nerves, and developing a sound that blends humor with serious musicality—drawing inspiration from Frank Zappa, Tim & Eric, and glitch-hop staples like Tipper & KOAN Sound. We explore the role of creative communities, Chez’s approach to sound design, and his upcoming move into a producer house in D.C. The episode also dives into wild merch ideas (cheesehead hats, berets), and what sets the “Two Guys” project apart from a typical B2B. Later, we unpack AI in music, rediscovering the magic of live bands. Links: Listen to Chez: https://soundcloud.com/chez_muzik Follow Chez: https://www.instagram.com/chez.music/ Follow NSW: https://www.instagram.com/nsw_presents/ Poducer IG: https://www.instagram.com/poducerpodcast/ More: https://linktr.ee/poducerpodcast Chapters: 00:00 - Intro & Welcome: Chez or