On today’s episode of the In Love with the Process podcast, host Mike Pecci dives deep into the music of Urban Heat with singer and songwriter Jonathan Horstmann. The two explore what it takes to be a modern musician, from reaching an audience to putting together tours and earning enough to survive. They share insights on using social media for promotion and how to find the best gas station food options on tour. Get ready for a sonic journey into the world of Urban Heat—this is an episode you won't want to miss!

Welcome back to IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS for part two of an epic musical journey! Host Mike Pecci continues the conversation with the incredible Fredrik Saroea, the creative force behind the iconic band DATAROCK. This episode is a deep dive into the intricate workings of the music industry, spotlighting the passion, creativity, and activism that fuel both the artist and the enthusiast.

Get ready to turn up the volume and dive deep into the world of music on this supersized episode of IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS! Host Mike Pecci is joined by a very special guest, Fredrik Saroea, the iconic figure behind the legendary band DATAROCK. This episode promises to take you on an epic journey through the band's origins, Fredrik's unique musical beginnings, and the twists and turns of navigating the music industry.

Synthwave artist YOTA joins host Mike Pecci for a brand new music episode of In Love with the Process Podcast. The two discuss the origins of YOTA's sound and her inspirations, the secrets of how pop music is written, getting high off the emotions you get when creating, and near death experiences that can change your perspective on life. Get ready for a musical adventure into the subconscious!

Welcome to the new episode in our SYNTHWAVE SERIES with New Retrowave legend TIMECOP 1983! Get ready for a high speed road trip through dreamy nostalgia as Mike and Jordy discuss the parallels between composing music and video edits, dealing with stage fright, and taking the Synthwave sound on the road.

Crank up those noise cancelling headphones and get ready for a synth fueledsonic journey into the newretrowave world of BETAMAXX on the newest SYNTHWAVE SERIES episode of IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS with host Mike Pecci. Nick from Betamaxx talks about how he found his way in the world of music, on his experiences scoring films and how the Sarajevo 1984 Olympics inspired an entire album and a vinyl release that is an amazing work of art!

Code Elektro joins host Mike Pecci on the first of the In Love with the Process Podcast Synthwave Music Series. We will be doing deep interviews with some of our favorite electronic music acts this year, and Code Elektro has been a fan favorite on our show since Episode 01! The two talk about how creating has changed with age, the origins of German electronic music and adapting music from a computer to a live performance. All with listening to new tracks from the latest CE album DEEP CUTS!

On today's episode of IN LOVE WITH THE PROCESS podcast we take you on a journey into the musical world of Vanessa Cucci. She talks in depth about her process making the explicit GEMINI music video and how her past relationships have shaped her art. Cucci and host Mike Pecci also have an important conversation about how important it is to be able to make mistakes, and how being free to do so can lead to better and more fulfilling art.

When is the right time to get a composer involved in your film or video project? How much direction should you give when it comes to music scoring? Should you use temp music when doing your rough edit? ILWP host Mike Pecci digs for answers with composer Roman Molino Dunn on today's immersive music episode. The two get really nerdy about the process of music composition and how to create a collaborative environment that will grow the best creative ideas!

Music can be emotional, transformative, and a powerful tool. Artist use songs to convey a feeling, a memory, or to define a moment. Jean Grobler, the creative force behind the band St Lucia, joins host Mike Pecci on today's episode of In Love with the Process Podcast. The two dig deep into the artists process of building an atmosphere to find inspiration, surrounding yourself with the tools to craft a song, and of course food. Toss on those noise cancelling headphones and fall into the sonic dreamscape that is St Lucia!

Today's episode takes host Mike Pecci out of the studio to an undisclosed location to interview a figure who has been shrouded in mystery for years. And influential force in the sythwave/dark wave music scene that was hand plucked by the team at Marvel Studios to provide that killer music track for the Thor: Ragnarok trailer. Prepare yourself for on of the few podcast interviews with The Keeper of the Magic Sword! Turn up those noise cancelling headphones and go on a sonic journey and discover the band Magic Sword!

Today's episode takes host Mike Pecci out of the studio to an undisclosed location to interview a figure who has been shrouded in mystery for years. And influential force in the sythwave/dark wave music scene that was hand plucked by the team at Marvel Studios to provide that killer music track for the Thor: Ragnarok trailer. Prepare yourself for on of the few podcast interviews with The Keeper of the Magic Sword! Turn up those noise cancelling headphones and go on a sonic journey and discover the band Magic Sword!

Synthwave, movies and vegan food options. One this episode, host Mike Pecci gets nerdy about it all with musician Davey Oberlin. Oberlin is best known for creating his solo synthwave project "All the Damn Vampires'' and for being the onstage keyboardist for Korn. Ever dream about joining the band you loved as a kid? Listen to how Davey made that dream come true. Get ready for an immersive episode loaded with new music and songs from All the Damn Vampires.

Host Mike Pecci catches you up on what is new in his life.
He talks about turning 43, his record store day adventure, and his crazy food adventures while shooting documentaries in some of the toughest neighborhoods in Boston. Prepare yourself for some hard truths with rant about how the industry around music videos is broken, and he gives advice to both musicians and directors on how to make a great video under the modern day realities. It's a must listen for anyone thinking about pursuing a career in music video directing, and for musicians who don't truly understand how a video is actually commissioned.

We also drop the needle on the super rare record store release vinyl for CZARFACE. Get a listen a few epic tracks off of NIOR, these are only released on this limited edition vinyl, not online or on spottily.

Were you constantly working during the quarantine? Were you filled with inspiration every day and building a name for yourself? Or were you sitting on the couch binging Tiger King? Well guess what: both are totally fine. Guest musician Seth Haley, more famously known as his stage name: Com Truise, talks with Host Mike Pecci about the struggle to stay creative during quarantine, his journey into synthwave, and what the future means for musicians finally looking to get back on tour. Whether you kicked ass the past year or really struggled through the lockdown, Seth and Mike remind us that we don't need to compare ourselves to others or even our past selves and just enjoy the fact that the future is ours to make.

With how easy it is to get access to digital music now, physical media: vinyl records are becoming one of the most intimate ways to experience music. And let's be real: collecting them can be addicting as hell. For those who are fans of films, collecting soundtracks creates one of the most iconic aspects to your vinyl collection and there's no bigger name in the vinyl soundtrack game than MONDO RECORDS. Host Mike Pecci discusses his obsession with soundtracks and their importance in the zeitgeist of fandom with Mo Shafeek and Spencer Hickman: two huge parts of the incredible MONDO team. These guys are just as obsessed with movies as anyone and the work they do making the soundtracks is an iconic addition to the movie experience.

Record Stores have a way of bringing people together. There's something about being told "Oh, you should check out this band" "Have you heard this?" "You're gonna love these guys" that makes you feel like part of a secret club. You gotta be careful, though. That passion for finding and listening to new music can become an addiction for some. Alex Rodriguez may look like he's ripped out of the 70s, but he's travelled a lifetime to find and curate one of the most expansive music vinyl libraries in the World. He was even hired by the guys at Coachella to make a documentary about finding the bands and music chosen for one of the biggest concerts the U.S. hosts every year. Host Mike Pecci and Alex go deep into their love for vinyl, their geekiness for music, and their love for record stores.