“Episode 60: Zedd. Joining us today is one of the biggest artists and DJs in the world, Zedd. Fresh off a GRAMMY nomination for Best Electronic Album for his latest masterpiece, TELOS, Zedd dives into the nine-year journey behind the album, sharing how timeless chord progressions, creative isolation, and a relentless pursuit of perfection shaped this epic project.
We explore the incredible collaborations with Muse, John Mayer, Jeff Buckley, and Remi Wolf, uncovering how each artist brought their unique energy to the album. We also dive into how he conceptualizes creating drops, programs his drums, and how he made billion stream hits like “Stay” and “The Middle.” Zedd reflects on his early days touring with Skrillex and how far he’s come all the way to headlining Coachella this year.
Beyond the music, we talk about his life. world-building in his work, and our mutual love for Formula 1 and watches. From his friendship with Lando Norris to cataloging synth patches, this episode is a deep dive into the mind of one of the most brilliant humans in the game. He shares his process, his passion, and the incredible highs and challenges that come with creating something this monumental. Let’s go!!”