Welcome to the Wisconsin Music Podcast – your front-row seat to the sounds, stories, and soul of Wisconsin’s vibrant music scene. Hosted by Zach Fell, this weekly podcast shines a spotlight on the artists, producers, and creatives who shape the state’s rich musical landscape. From indie rock to jazz, hip-hop to folk, each episode offers in-depth conversations, behind-the-scenes insights, and powerful performances that celebrate the diversity and passion of local talent. Whether you’re a die-hard music lover or just discovering what Wisconsin has to offer, this is your go-to destination for all things homegrown and heartfelt. Amplifying Wisconsin Music – one episode at a time.
All content for Wisconsin Music Podcast is the property of Zach T Fell and is served directly from their servers
with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.
Welcome to the Wisconsin Music Podcast – your front-row seat to the sounds, stories, and soul of Wisconsin’s vibrant music scene. Hosted by Zach Fell, this weekly podcast shines a spotlight on the artists, producers, and creatives who shape the state’s rich musical landscape. From indie rock to jazz, hip-hop to folk, each episode offers in-depth conversations, behind-the-scenes insights, and powerful performances that celebrate the diversity and passion of local talent. Whether you’re a die-hard music lover or just discovering what Wisconsin has to offer, this is your go-to destination for all things homegrown and heartfelt. Amplifying Wisconsin Music – one episode at a time.
WMP #165: Nate Wycoff: From Synths to Soulkeepers, Merging Music, Comics, and Imagination
Wisconsin Music Podcast
50 minutes 3 seconds
1 year ago
WMP #165: Nate Wycoff: From Synths to Soulkeepers, Merging Music, Comics, and Imagination
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST WMP Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WI_Music_Podcast
AMPLFYING WISCONSIN MUSIC Episode 165Nate Wycoff - SOULKEEPER
In today’s episode of the Wisconsin Music Podcast, we get into the Halloween spirit with Nate Wycoff, a creative powerhouse who’s taken on a truly unique project: a comic book paired with an original soundtrack! Inspired by synth-driven horror movie soundscapes and classic comic books, Nate has crafted a horror-themed audio and visual experience that’s perfect for the Halloween season.
Imagine a world where every panel of a comic is infused with its own cinematic soundtrack—no movie screen required. Nate shares his journey of combining storytelling with music, explaining how a love for horror classics and synth sounds (think Christine and Halloween) led him to create a chilling tale of "The Soul Keeper." Part supernatural enforcer, part tragic anti-hero, the Soul Keeper navigates a gritty underworld in pursuit of mortal souls, accompanied by darkly atmospheric music to heighten the suspense.
Key takeaways from Nate's creative process:
The Intersection of Music and Storytelling: Nate’s project began with synth compositions inspired by ‘80s horror scores. The music eventually shaped a storyline, which evolved into the comic book. His creative journey flips the typical soundtrack concept, producing a "score" for a comic rather than a film.
Analog Inspirations with a Modern Twist: From synthesizers to retro horror movie vibes, Nate dove into the nostalgia of physical music production, blending both digital and analog techniques. His soundtrack is layered with ambient synths, haunting melodies, and even snippets of dialogue to make readers feel as if they're tuning into a lost horror radio broadcast.
Immersive Art and AI Collaboration: Nate took on every detail of the comic’s visuals, from character design to layout, even using AI to shape the art’s foundation before editing each panel himself. The result is a beautifully haunting visual journey that captures the gritty, raw spirit of classic horror.
Tune in now to hear the full conversation with Nate. As Halloween approaches, it's the perfect time to dive into this one-of-a-kind experience. 👻
Wisconsin Music Podcast
Welcome to the Wisconsin Music Podcast – your front-row seat to the sounds, stories, and soul of Wisconsin’s vibrant music scene. Hosted by Zach Fell, this weekly podcast shines a spotlight on the artists, producers, and creatives who shape the state’s rich musical landscape. From indie rock to jazz, hip-hop to folk, each episode offers in-depth conversations, behind-the-scenes insights, and powerful performances that celebrate the diversity and passion of local talent. Whether you’re a die-hard music lover or just discovering what Wisconsin has to offer, this is your go-to destination for all things homegrown and heartfelt. Amplifying Wisconsin Music – one episode at a time.
