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Alex Ridha, the Berlin-based producer who performs as Boys Noize, has had an unusually varied year. He's been opening for Nine Inch Nails on the "Peel It Back" tour (hailed as one of the best live shows of 2025), co-produced the Grammy-winning TRON: Ares soundtrack alongside Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, and still manages to find time for the underground techno shows that built his reputation in the first place.

Recorded at Waterloo Records in Austin, this interview covers his collaboration with Trent Reznor on Challengers & Tron: Ares, the creation of "Nine Inch Noize" for Coachella 2025, and exclusive crate digging featuring rare vinyl discoveries and influences.

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Intro
0:37 Record Store at 15 & $1000/month on Vinyl
3:16 Breaking Genre Boundaries
6:44 DJing vs Producing
8:45 Nine Inch Nails Tour Collaboration
10:03 Challengers soundtrack with Trent Reznor
11:09 Vision vs. Reality Playing Live with NIN
13:00 The Nine Inch Nails Concert Atmosphere
17:05 Power Ballads Moment
19:05 Decision Maker: "Is it cool or not? That's all"
19:25 Lady Gaga Remix story
21:27 Growing up in Berlin
22:38 Brazilian baile funk as "new punk"
24:30 "You don't need a label" - Ones and Zeros Label
27:23 "Snakes aren't real" Conspiracy Viral Marketing Campaign
28:25 Hidden Easter Eggs on Tour
31:12 CRATE DIGGING - Ministry Wax Trax Box Discovery
33:02 Berghain Vinyl Sets
42:00 First Vinyl Story at 6 Years Old
44:03 Peak Snoop Dogg Experience
45:44 Prince & Bowie Influences
48:12 25,000 records & Memories

📍 Recorded at Waterloo Records, Austin, Texas

🎧 BOYS NOIZE:
Instagram: @boysnoize
Youtube: @boysnoize
Label: @onesandzeros | onesandzeros.com

NIN Tour Tickets: https://bit.ly/4qAvmg5

All Boys Noize Tour Dates:
5. Feb 2026 NIN @ NEW ORLEANS, LA, SMOOTH KING CENTER
7. Feb 2026 NIN @ JACKSONVILLE, FL, VYSTAR VETERANS MEMORIAL ARENA
10. Feb 2026 NIN @ CHARLOTTE, NC, SPECTRUM CENTER
11. Feb 2026NIN @ WASHINGTON DC, CAPITAL ONE ARENA
13. Feb 2026 NIN @ BOSTON, MA, TD GARDEN
14. Feb 2026 NIN @ NEWARK, NJ, PRUDENTIAL CENTER
14. Feb 2026 BASEMENT, BROOKLYN, NYC
16. Feb 2026 NIN @ MONTREAL, QC, BELL CENTRE
18. Feb 2026NIN @ HAMILTON, ON, TD COLISEUM
20. Feb 2026NIN @ COLUMBUS, OH, SCHOTTENSTEIN CENTER
22. Feb 2026 NIN @ GRAND RAPIDS, MI, VAN ANDEL ARENA
23. Feb 2026 NIN @ MILWAUKEE, WI, FRISERV FORUM
25. Feb 2026 NIN @ ST. LOUIS, MO, ENTERPRISE CENTER
27. Feb 2026 NIN @ TULSA, OK, BOK CENTER
1. Mar 2026 NIN @ AUSTIN, TX, MOODY CENTER
3. Mar 2026 NIN @- DALLAS, TX, AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER
6. Mar 2026 NIN @ GLENDALE, AZ, DESERT DIAMOND ARENA
7. Mar 2026 NIN @ LAS VEGAS, NV, MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA
9. Mar 2026 NIN @ SAN DIEGO, CA, PECHANGA ARENA
10. Mar 2026 NIN @ ANAHEIM, CA, HONDA CENTER
13. Mar 2026 NIN @ SALT LAKE CITY, UT, DELTA CENTER
15. Mar 2026 NIN @ SAN FRANCISCO, CA, CHASE CENTER
16. Mar 2026 NIN @ SACRAMENTO, CA, GOLDEN 1 CENTER
28. Mar 2026 ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL, MIAMI. FL
10. & 11. Apr 2026 COACHELLA, CA (NINE INCH NOIZE)
17. & 18. Apr 2026 COACHELLA, CA (NINE INCH NOIZE)

🎤 ALL ACCESS WITH CLARISSA CARDENAS:
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Thanks to: @WaterlooRecords

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On today's show, I had our most talked about guest, Me Nd Adam. If you saw the first episode, brace yourselves for a more laser focused music duo, Vince & Adam. They're back to talk about the new album and some of the biggest changes in sound as well as what to expect in their upcoming performances. We talked about some of their biggest shows to date, including opening for the Killers at the Moody Center, dive bars, dream music video and song collaborations, and what to expect in the upcoming months.

Sean Paul, if you're out there, Vince & Adam are waiting for your phone call!

Please enjoy this first episode of season 2 with the one and only, Me Nd Adam and make sure to check out their show in Austin, July 29th and a soon to be announced west coast tour!

1:42 Me Nd Adam Then vs Now
2:36 First album vs. New album
5:37 Adam Makeover
5:52 Moody Center Opening for the Killers
7:20 Crazy fan
7:50 Kendrick Lamar first time on stage
8:35 NYE in Vegas
9:30 Balancing act and wearing all hats
10:10 Making music videos these days
11:44 Dream music video
15:00 Favorite emo band
15:40 What Adam listens to
16:00 What Clarissa listens to
17:40 Trash TV
19:40 Trap rap
21:00 California people moving to Austin
27:10 Dive bars
30:00 Co-writing the new album
35:30 Trashwave Cowboys
41:30 Nice second time around
42:00 Upcoming tour plans
49:00 Threads
51:00 Dream collaboration

Guest: Me Nd Adam
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mendadam
Website: https://www.mendadam.com/

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At Seismic Dance Event, I was able to sit down with Sam Wolfe, an artist and producer from Atlanta, for a candid discussion about his steady rise up the techno charts and how his music has been influenced by hard work, good karma, and being at the right place, right time. Sam’s personality lends to big beats with big releases that are infectious when he’s playing and can be easily seen and felt on the dance floor.

We talk about his manifestation mindset and being grateful to play all over the world, his growth from show to show, and one of the most entertaining rapid fire question rounds I’ve ever done.

00:30 Biggest crowd in Austin

00:57 Crowd exponentially growing in each city

01:40 Playing Kelly Gray’s birthday

03:10 San Diego Wild Experience

04:34 Manifestation

05:55 Playing Techno with a Smile

07:49 Playing in Lebanon

08:21 Common themes around the world

09:30 Opening for Charlotte & Enrico

10:20 Putting out new music

11:09 Rapid Fire Questions

If you could please rate, leave a review and share this episode with others, I’d be so grateful!

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Guest: Sam Wolfe

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwolfemusic/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Hu2YwTv9wmxC8sppVVUA4?si=rYfaF2zWTsarKJEi26d9fg

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamWolfeMusic

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/samwolfemusic?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samwolfemusic

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On today’s show, I have Anthony Cardinale aka Avision, a techno and house producer & DJ from New York, who grew up in the club culture with an early start on the turntables at the age of 12. Avision has been one of my favorite artists for years and he’s known for his big beats and high energy tracks. He’s had releases with some of the biggest names in the industry: Carl Cox, Maceo Plex, Victor Calderone and Coyu to name a few.

We talk about his supportive family and producing music from his home studio, playing to 3,000 kids on teen nights at the age of 15 while hustling on the streets of NYC with his crew to promote his shows. Avision’s humble nature, unmatched work ethic, and commitment to his NYC roots has made him one of the most respected artists in the industry.

00:48 Awkard 1st Meeting

01:00 Skyline Orlando

03:06 Nicest Compliments

05:00 Staying Humble in this industry

05:55 In My Mind documentary

07:00 Growing up in NYC

08:40 Dad Built His First Studio

09:25 Leaving his first Studio

09:41 Dad Singing On His Track

10:15 Articulate his creative process

11:00 Dad’s Influence on Avision

14:25 Teen Nights in NYC

17:00 Playing in the Jersey Shore

21:20 Opening for Steve Aoki

22:08 Range of Sound

25:02 Maceoplex Influence

27:00 Meeting Maceoplex for the first time

29:30 Sending Maceoplex so much music

30:10 Maceo Plex backs you

31:06 Going B2B With Maceo Plex

32:50 Twitter

33:02 Creating moments with people

33:37 Being supportive of everyone

36:00 Studio vs being in the studio

36:34 For some people the studio is everything for them

37:20 Do you think you can just be a producer

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Guest: Avision

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avision/

In My Mind Documentary: YouTube Documentary

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/25L7U77b5R5fO5pRjDP1Cj

Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6yQnkLDUrxeBe0QrbdEh7l?dl_branch=1&si=hnTGuMpmRFylYBDnAUj6hg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avisionnyc

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/avisionofficial

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@avision_official

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On today’s show, I have music duo, Hello Yes, consisting of guitarist Mitch Bell and saxophonist Aaron Leibowitz, birthed during off time on the road with electronic artist Zhu, who they continue to perform and collaborate with. With a new EP out titled, “Lost Signal”, they are constantly evolving and fine tuning their sound, taking influences from tour life and playing all over the world on festival and concert stages alike.

We talked about my awkward first meeting back on Zhu’s tour bus with Mitch and Ronny in 2018, uncommon fan gifts received on tour, the evolution of their “Hello Yes” sound and when they know a song is finished. They also discuss their first performance at “Lightning in a Bottle” this year with Ronny recapping his first festival experience there 10 years ago, and headlining the main stage with Zhu the previous year. Get to know “Hello Yes” and make sure to follow them for tour announcements and new song releases!

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Guest: Hello Yes

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helloyesmusic/

Website: https://helloyes.fanlink.to/lost-signal

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0tweXbQgD1iVEXA3fAJfmR?si=RuH_WW0XQiidYgThDXKi3g&nd=1

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HelloYesMusic

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/hello_yes

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@helloyesmusic

Gravitas Recordings: http://music.gravitasrecordings.com/

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On today's "Concert Queen Connect", we have Alanna Strauss, Senior Vice President of Fender, who is unveiling the American Vintage II series of electric guitars and basses at it's FIRST EVER immersive pop-up activation during Austin City Limits Music Festival. The second pop-up activation will be in Tokyo, Japan so this is a very special event happening for ONE DAY only in Austin, TX!

For this campaign, they have partnered with country music duo, Brothers Osborne, British vocalist, guitarist, singer and songwriter James Bay, legendary British rock guitarist, Jeff Beck & the Queen herself, Patti Smith!

They are giving away 51 of the 1951' Telecasters for the 1951 price at the activation today which is happening from 1pm - 5pm & 8pm - Midnight with performances by White Denim & Ringo Deathstarr. Artists will also have the opportunity to play Fender guitars and record directly onto vinyl at the pop-up today, collect Fender posters, sip on some complimentary cocktails.

We talk about all things Fender and how Leo Fender originally created these guitars, what's behind this new push into pop-up activations, and how they are modernizing a classic guitar.

To learn about anything Fender, check them out on all their socials:
Website: https://www.fender.com/en-US/start
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fender/
Youtube: https://youtube.com/fendermusical/featured
Facebook: https://facebook.com/Fender
Twitter: https://twitter.com/fender

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1209 E 6th St from 1-5pm & then again from 8pm - Midnight!

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On today’s “Concert Queen Connect”, we have Dave Navarro , best known as a member of rock band, “Jane’s Addiction” and mental health activist, speaking about his “Duel Diagnosis” immersive art exhibition on display at West Chelsea Contemporary till April 17th. This collaboration with Los Angeles-based street artist, PADHiA, is created through the mental health awareness lense, and brings an artistic expression to the often stigmatized mental health arena.

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Dave and I talked about each of the themes within the Dual Diagnosis exhibit, his creative process and artistic connection with PADHiA @unfukyourself , and how many of the specific pieces came to fruition (I already want to go back to look at “The Nervous System” art - fascinating)⁣

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Thank you to Dave Navarro and his co-creator, PADHiA @unfukyourself for creating a mental health movement through their art and make sure to read the placards accompanying the art!⁣ Make sure to give them all a follow and support their “Duel Diagnosis” movement.

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Check out the “Dual Diagnosis” art exhibit with Al Diaz, at the West Chelsea Contemporary located at 1009 W 6th St #120, Austin, TX 78703 from now until April 17th!! *Open to the public!

Enjoy this special episode of ‘Concert Queen Connect’ with Dave Navarro!

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#davenavarro #dueldiagnosis #concertqueenconnect #wccart

Guest: Dave Navarro

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davenavarro/

Duel Diagnosis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dueldiagnosis/

PADHiA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unfukyourself/

Website: https://dueldiagnosis.com

West Chelsea Contemporary: https://www.instagram.com/wcc.art/

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On today’s show, learn how Shawn Ullman worked with Dolly Parton’s team to partner with Blockchain Creative Labs, and bring Dolly Parton to her first-ever appearance at SXSW and launch “Dollyverse”, her own NFT collection of her “Run, Rose, Run” album, and a limited series of Dolly-inspired NFT artwork.

“What is an NFT album and why should Artists do one?” “How is Dolly Parton performing ON the Blockchain?” “I don’t want to harm the environment with this new technology!!!” You spoke… I listened and I’m excited to share this SXSW edition of “Concert Queen Connect” with Shawn Ullman of Blockchain Creative Labs, who is the inaugural Blockchain sponsor of SXSW, to really zero in on how this will change the future of the music and entertainment industry.

Please remember: We are in the FIRST inning of this so if you aren’t familiar or feeling like you’re left behind, you’re not. This is similar to the internet movement in 1990’s where many people didn’t understand it but I HIGHLY suggest you watch this to the end to educate yourself as an Artist, Producer, Creative and Concert & Festival goer.

Blockchain Creative Labs is located at Trinity Hall, on 5th & Trinity, and is open to the public till Sunday, March 13th, and then Dolly Parton will be at ACL Live speaking about the project and then a live performance immediately after on Friday, March 18th.

Enjoy this special SXSW episode of ‘Concert Queen Connec’t!

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#dollyverse #shawnullman #concertqueenconnect #blockchaincreativelabs

Guest: Shawn Ullman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shuffy/

Blockchain Creative Labs: https://www.instagram.com/blockchaincreativelabs/

Website: https://www.bcl.xyz

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