I sat down with Evan Gartner to get some insight on his honed musical abilities. Talent surrounds us everywhere at Penn State.Ariel Radow contributed to the creation of this article.
Seeing someone you’ve known for a while develop and expand
their musical talents is something that not everybody gets to experience,
especially when you’re continuing to witness the growth and success of somebody
like Evan Gartner. Full of passion for making music, both remixes and producing
totally from scratch, Gartner has definitely come a long way in the past few
years.
While producing in New York, he’s been able to pursue his dreams
wholeheartedly and show us just how talented of a producer he really is by
showcasing his skill and style through the incredible music that he puts out
for his fans, and inspiring those other aspiring musicians out there.
At age
16, Gartner is just getting started.
Just like hundreds of thousands of young artists out in the
music world, Gartner is one of those young talents that are now easily able to
make their music available to their fans or other people online through social
media and new music media platforms on the internet. Places like Soundcloud and
Radcircle (www.souncloud.com and www.radcircle.com respectively) are music platforms
and music blogs that showcase young and new music to the world, as making and
marketing your own music is becoming so much easier with the new technology and
this new, unbelievable inter-connectedness. Producers work with other artists
over the internet, and release tracks that just a few years ago, would have
been impossible to make.
This week, Ariel Radow, a Penn State sophomore and
senior author at Radcircle, and I talked to Gartner about his past, his present
and his future, and tried to find out more about his music and him as an artist
in the growing EDM world.
Take a look inside the life of the young producer.
How did you first decide
you wanted to make music?
I’ve been playing guitar since as long as I can remember,
and joining a band as I progressed wasn’t really something I was interested in.
So, when I began producing it was pretty much the way I saw myself pursuing my
musical interest in the most convenient and personal way possible.
Being only 16 years old, do you find
it hard to balance such a focus on music with other obligations? How do you
make time for your music?
I really see it like anything else- if you want to find time
for what you love, then you will. For the most part the music is my top
priority, but it’s constantly stressed to me how important it is to have a
solid balance between school, friends and family and of course, my music.
Who has had the most influence on
your music and success? Who inspires you?
As far as music production, my buddy Aire Atlantica has
really taught me a handful of what I know about engineering and all the dynamic
stuff that goes into it. He’s really like a second pair of ears for a lot of my
projects. Most of my inspiration comes from all over. I really like getting creative
juices flowing from tons of different styles of music – sometimes it’s
electronic, other times it’s the furthest thing from it.
Out of all of the music you’ve
made, which song was the most fun to work on? Which do you feel is the best
one?
I have a track that I haven’t released yet that I really
feel is my best work yet – both musically and production wise. It’s very
melodic and I was really able to showcase my ability to play a raw instrument
on it. Not really sure when that one will be out.
Before sitting down to start
producing, how do you prepare and get in the right mindset?
Usually I’ll shotgun a protein shake and eat a handful of
green gummy bears before entering my mental dojo. It can always change from
day-to-day, though.
Should we be expecting some new
music releases from you soon? Are you currently working on anything?
Definitely a ton of new music real soon. I have a bunch of
songs ready to go, along with a couple of solo tracks and a collaboration in
the works that are all sounding awesome. The collaboration is with a really
talented producer who does mainly downtempo stuff but his sound design work is
really something that I admire. I’m stoked to get that one done and have the
others finished up.
What do you believe is your biggest
accomplishment as a producer so far?
My biggest accomplishment so far is definitely breaking into
the top 100 on Beatport’s hip-hop charts with my remix for Borgore’s track,
Wild Out. Seeing your own name on the charts next to some of the guys who have had
such a huge influence on your music is pretty awesome.
How would you like your music
to affect your fans and other people?
I kinda just want people to party and have a good time to
whatever music I make – you know, t u r n u p!
What are some goals for your
music and success in the future?
I really want to nail a signature sound of mine. I think my
next few releases will be big for me and really grasp the sound that I’m going
for as an artist. I recently started working with 4AM in New York City
so the live element will hopefully begin to pick up as well. Most of all,
though, lots and lots of good music!
Check out Gartner’s music at:
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/evangartner
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EvanGartnerMusic
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1. It's just the basics.
I think we all know this but just to remind everyone, deodorant goes such a long way! If you are an athlete who does not like the white residue some deodorants leave then try using a spray deodorant. Either way do not walk into any type of practice, game, whatever without putting on deodorant.
2. Just an easy tip.
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3. As a college student, I get it.
I get it, we are in college, some are away from home, not a lot of responsibility. One thing that should ALWAYS be a responsibility is clean clothes. If you know you are all out of practice clothes, your practice jersey smells terrible, etc.. GO WASH IT!
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If you have lockers, make sure that you are taking home your practice clothes with you. If you don't smells will soon start to build up. If you have to keep your clothes in your locker try to add a small air freshener
8. Be nice!
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Photo by Copper and Wild on UnsplashIf you notice that someone on your team may need a reminder when it comes to hygiene, simply talk to them in private, You don't have to be mean about it. Offer them advice when it comes to hygiene and how to take care of themselves.
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1. “Good luck today! I believe in you and always will.”
Anyone can believe in you, but it doesn't mean anything until you hear it from your mom. She's the real MVP.
2. “Everything will be OK.”
Everything is only OK when my mom tells me it's OK. Trust no one except for the OG.
3. “Do you want to come home for the weekend?”
All I need is a hug from Momma Bear, and all of my problems will mysteriously vanish...or at least that's what I hope will happen.
4. “Don’t stress! Stress causes pimples and we don’t want that!”
The only thing more stressful than school work, are blemishes. One single red spot ruins the entire month. Thank you, skin, for hating me.
5. “Look out for a care package coming in the mail.”
OK, not quite, but a girl can dream, can't she? Homemade treats and an inspirational note will suffice.
6. “You are so bright; I know you can get through this."
I wish I had as much confidence in myself as my mom has in me. Life would be a breeze.
7. “Take a break and relax for a little, you’ve been working so hard.”
I secretly just need my mom to tell me that I can take a break so I don't feel guilty for procrastinating. Yes, mom, I do need a break after staring at my computer screen for 30 minutes and crying for the last 15 minutes before I called you.
8. “Go out with your friends, have some fun. Use your card, I will refill it.”
Sometimes you just need to take a step back from everything and let loose. It's especially easy when you don't have to worry about spending too much money. Thanks, mom!
9. “Take a deep breath.”
Just close your eyes, and breathe in. No, your mom won't be there when you open your eyes, but we can only hope.
10. “Everything will work out the way it's supposed to.”
Even though she says it, you don't believe it. The stress continues to build, but, in the end, it was just a silly test that you will forget about in a few years. When will I learn that she is always right?
11. "I love you."
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1. Don’t buy Textbooks the first week of class.
Trust me. You are either going to drop or swap a class because you won't like all of them. Trust me, it's okay to switch!
2. Ratemyprofessor.com! PLEASE use it!
"I thought you knew what you signed up for."
This happens every semester, even when you were the one who picked them!God bless all of the students who actively write reviews on this website, because it helps with picking classes and professors. Be aware that not all of the reviews are agreeable. However, this has helped me 90% of the time when picking classes for the next semester.
3. Don’t wear your lanyard or ID around your neck, it makes it obvious for everyone to know you’re a freshman.
When Jamie Lynn Spears did it on Zoey 101, everyone thought it was cool! But it also signifies that you are a freshman. There’s nothing wrong with it! But do you really want people targeting you and knowing that you’re a freshman?
4. Always bring a charger or headphones wherever you go.
You may think your phone isn’t going to die, but trust me, there’s always a chance you’ll be bored out of your mind during lectures and will want to surf the web during the whole class. Always be prepared for a back up! Also, it would suck if you were almost done with your paper and your laptop dies. And for headphones…I mean this is obvious!
5. Don’t miss out on the free food on campus.
Would you rather spend a meal and regret it? Or just binge on free food and save some meals for the week?
6. You don’t always need to dress up…Trust Me!
Seriously, no one cares about what you’re wearing. It’s okay to wear the same hoodie and sweats 3 days in a row. You’re on a college campus and wearing heels? Good luck walking!
7. Get More Involved!
Join clubs or a sorority/frat! Either way, get involved and make new friends! This will make your college experience 10x better!
8. Don’t feel pressured to hook-up with anyone.
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Seriously, that is not what college is about. Don’t believe what you see in college movies. Hooking up doesn’t get you brownie points or help with your career! It’s nice to experience college culture, but don’t over-do it! And remember it’s always okay to say NO!
9. The Freshman 15 is REAL! Don’t brush it off!
Don’t be fooled by the amount of hills and space on campus. The food will fill you up fast and a lot of dining halls are all-you-can-eat!
10. It’s OK to say NO!
You don’t always have to go eat with someone or go to the club. Sometimes, you need some “you” time!
11. Drinking / Partying doesn’t equal popularity.
You don’t need to fit in! There’s no such thing as “fitting in” in college. Remember, you’re not in high school anymore.
12. Try to spend less time in your dorm.
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Like I said earlier, go out, get involved, and meet new people!
13. It’s OK to change your major!
The purpose of college is exploring! Try new classes. You might like some and eventually, pick a major for you.
14. Always take an Uber or Lyft!
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These services will be one of your best friends! They are always there whenever you need them, and they are safe.
15. Never go to a party alone!
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I can’t stress this enough! Especially if you are in an area you are unfamiliar with, do not go alone and NEVER go home with a random stranger without your friends.
16. Start your resume early.
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Go to your school’s career center to start building your references! I mean you have to focus on your future! Why are you in college?
17. Keep your door open when in your room.
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This is a great way to make some new friends. That means clean your room too to make it presentable.
18. Get to know your professors.
If they have office hours, take advantage of those times. It’s not like you can answer a question in class and the teacher will automatically remember you. Keep in mind that your professor teaches 300 other students. Try to make an effort to get to know them during their office hours for some one-on-one extra help!
19. You don’t really need an unlimited meal plan.
This is an easy access to the ‘Freshman 15,’ and you might as well save some money by cooking anyway!
20. Procrastinate = LATE!
Don’t push away your 12-page paper, 7-page essay, and 2 online quizzes. It will bite you in the end when the deadline hits.
21. If you need to…sleep!
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Your bed can also be your best friend! It’s like your sacred spot. Taking power naps or binge-watching Netflix occurs here. But always be active too!
22. It’s also OK to say ‘no’ to going out all the time!
Grades always come first, or sometimes, you may be tired. Every once in a while, it's important to have some me-time! Don’t fall into peer pressure. It’s okay to have FOMO, or seeing your friend’s Snapchat stories. It’s not like it’s the only party…….that week!
23. Take advantage of the free stuff on campus!
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Like #5, save your money! 75% of the clothes in my closet are basically free, all because I signed my name! The amount of T-Shirts that I have are ridiculous!
24. Not everyone in college drinks.
Don’t pressure yourself into doing something stupid that you’ll regret. People are watching!
25. Community bathrooms aren’t THAT bad.
To be honest, if you or other people can’t clean up after yourselves, then you can’t survive in general. Every experience is different, but don’t be dirty! During my freshman year, I never had to wait on a "line" to use the shower and our bathrooms were cleaned regularly.
26. Please get along with your roommate.
You may not agree on everything, but you have to learn how to get along because you will be seeing each other every day except for breaks! Hang in there! You might learn a thing or two about them. Your roommate knows the real you.
27. Spotify/Apple Music Playlists!
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Or even Tidal! You need music to get through just about anything. Did I forget to mention that if you are a college student, you could get Spotify premium for $4.99 a month, as well as a Hulu account with your purchase! You’re welcome!
28. Please clean your room frequently!
Trust me, you’ll feel great about yourself knowing that you did something adult-like! Plus when you have people over, its important for respect.
29. Please Go to Class….You’re paying for it!
You know what? Skip as many classes as you want. Don’t be mad when you have to finish undergrad 7+ years later. (Some teachers allow a maximum number of skips, but if you skip a class, it feels like you missed a whole chapter!)
30. Do the extra credit!
It will really boost your grade. Colleges don’t have extra credit assignments too often, so take advantage of them!
31. DON’T Pick 8 am Classes!
You can, pick at your own risk or choose a time that is best for you. If you have a hard time waking up in the morning, then these classes aren’t the best to take.
32. Use the resources on campus.
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If your school has a writing center, math help, science help, or even tutoring, please take advantage! Even on-campus shuttles! Remember you are paying for these resources!
33. Eat at Dining Halls to save meals or even cook your own food.
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The more you save, the richer, you’ll feel!
34. Make sure to pick your classes on time!
Picking classes is basically the Hunger Games at my school. Always plan your schedule ahead of time, and if you have extra time, try making a back up (yes…it is that intense). The earlier you pick, the greater the chance you’ll get the classes you want!
35. Make every day count! College goes by QUICK!
Remember, you’ll always make mistakes in college, but don’t let them consume you! College goes by quick and then you’ll have to start living the normal adult life. It’s okay to party but not too hard! You are in college for a reason and make it count! And I mean, do you really want to start thinking about student loans? You might as well make the best of it before the time comes!
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