Boy Maj: PREMIUM VIBES, Shure Mics & The Power of Creative Friendship
In this episode, we sit down with Chicago artist Boy Maj, fresh off the release of his album PREMIUM VIBES Vol. 1. We go deep on what it means to create PREMIUM VIBES—not just as an album title, but as a mindset. From his roots playing French horn to building immersive live shows, Maj shares what it takes to be intentional with your art in a world full of distractions. We also get into what it’s like working behind the scenes at Shure, helping shape the way creators interact with technology, and how storytelling, design, and community all play a part in making something truly premium. Whether it's crafting a music release, building a brand experience, or just vibing with friends, Maj brings a thoughtful approach to everything he does. This one was a joy to record—tune in and enjoy the ride. Links: Listen to Boy Maj: https://linktr.ee/boymaj?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafH5idBx2plutYrgSsUYRVijqffWdQwZ7qes3e-MysA3w8yFiZ32dD_MMjHZw_aem_v1O_cz5-kPKsnfyG9TMnsQ Follow Boy Maj: https://www.instagram.com/theboymaj/ Enter CEMC Ticket Giveaway: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfob50fBHX5YNOXyjKixJgsvNXHzEqm4355Myqzh6Xn4yb7LQ/viewform?usp=sharing Poducer IG: https://www.instagram.com/poducerpodcast/ More: https://linktr.ee/poducerpodcast Chapters: 00:00 Preamble 03:04 Meet Boy Maj + how the name stuck 08:07 Cultural identity 15:16 Chicago eats 20:00 First concerts – Aaron Carter to Blink‑182 32:20 Track spotlight: “Spicy Girl” (funk‑pop breakdown) 48:06 Track spotlight: “Before I Get to Meet You” + songwriting 54:44 “For Life” – wedding song & Love Is Blind placement 1:06:54 Current Artist Listens 1:16:05 Premium Vibes 1:23:40 Working at Shure 1:50:18 Activations” 101 – how brand marketing really works 1:58:56 Revolution, male friendships & why long‑form matters 2:06:04 Star Wars deep dive 2:14:10 Gaming chat 2:24:08 A life‑changing live show & upping performance goals 2:31:27 Shout‑outs, where to find Boy Maj & wrap‑up