Episode 44: Sidney Côté Nadon - From Corporate Desk to Sonic Heights
Hey everyone, Colin here, and I’m really excited to share this episode of the Trust The Band Podcast with you. I got to sit down with Sidney Côté Nadon, a powerhouse music and event producer who made the leap from a corporate job to following his passion for music full-time.
Sidney’s story is one of those inspiring journeys we all love to hear about. He started Brain Freeze, an event that brings electronic musicians together to collaborate and perform, and it’s grown from 45 participants to over 200. It's now a staple in Montreal’s electronic music scene, and it's all thanks to Sidney’s commitment to fostering a creative and supportive community. He’s even grown Brain Freeze with the support of a dedicated team and a Patreon that helps keep the vibes alive.
Beyond Brain Freeze, Sidney also runs Slushy Studio, where he focuses on sound design for video game trailers and commercials. We talked about how he juggles these projects while keeping his personal life balanced, and let me tell you, his take on work-life balance is something I think a lot of us need to hear.
Sidney is all about collaboration and building something that’s bigger than himself, and that really shines through in everything he does. I had a great time talking with him, and I think you’ll find a lot of takeaways—whether you’re trying to make your own leap into something new, or just looking for some inspiration to keep going with your projects.
Make sure to check out the links below to learn more about Sidney and what he’s building:
Hope you enjoy this one as much as I did!