In this episode, Sterling Gourdine, a 19 year old college student at Vanderbilt University, shared about his 6-to-8 as a music producer and periodic rapper as Regional Overlord Sterling Silver, or R.O.S.S. Specializing in versatility, Regional Overlord Sterling Silver often pairs layered, head-knocking drums and strong 808 bass lines with smooth chords, playful synths, and percussion loops. Inspired by all that he hears and aspiring to surpass his contemporaries, Sterling’s ambitious and unique production can be found on several artists’ works, including Chuckthespittah’s “Bed is My God” and “Jet Lines,” Pyrex The Enigma’s “Dimensions With No Direction” and “Grey Balance,” as well as numerous collaborations with producer and friend N_ova. Tune into this episode and hear about Sterling’s journey from making his first beat to where he is today.