In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Zen Selekta, a DJ and producer whose fusion of spirituality, intention, and raw energy has defined her signature ceremonial bass sound. From Atlanta roots to festival stages, Zen Selekta shares how meditation, breathwork, and self-reflection shape her creative process and keep her grounded on and off stage. She opens up about transforming anxiety into presence, turning music into medicine, and drawing inspiration from thinkers like Joe Dispenza, who teaches the power of embodying what you want before it manifests.
We also explore her path through the music industry, building community in Atlanta’s bass scene, learning the value of a great agent, and navigating professionalism behind the decks. Zen Zelekta reflects on mentorship, creative faith, and the lessons learned from Pretty Lights’ comeback shows, while offering perspective on what it means to thrive as a woman in a male-dominated space. This episode is a reminder that the most powerful artists move both body and spirit.
🎧 Follow Zen Selekta: https://www.zenselekta.com/
🎙️ Follow Poducer: linktr.ee/poducerpodcast
The Podcast for Producers
Chapters
00:00 Cold open — hair talk, Lord Farquaad & the fly saga
01:15 Intro — who is Zen Selekta beyond the decks
03:40 Early inspirations & first concert (Sting at Chastain)
05:19 Big Fam memories, flamenco playlists & olive oil debates
06:35 Meditation, breathwork & finding stillness
09:45 Overcoming anxiety through creative practice
14:20 The moment meditation changed everything
16:20 Mindset, manifestation & embodying belief
19:56 Joe Dispenza teachings & quantum creation
23:06 Shadow work, journaling & personal evolution
24:13 From UKF to Atlanta — discovering purpose in music
27:23 Breaking in, early promoters & first agent
30:23 Industry lessons — community, professionalism & touring
33:42 The ATL “ho!” chant and Atlanta’s live energy
37:30 Staying out of drama & building healthy scenes
39:55 Sci-fi love, Dune aesthetics & creative imagination
48:16 Music as language — dance as worship
49:12 Ceremonial bass & the healing power of presence
52:16 Stage energy, flow state & connecting with the crowd
57:37 Women in music — normalization over tokenization
1:04:45 Pretty Lights comeback & artistic renewal
1:06:44 Mentorship, family & creative faith
1:09:57 Outro — gratitude, links & closing thoughts
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In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Zen Selekta, a DJ and producer whose fusion of spirituality, intention, and raw energy has defined her signature ceremonial bass sound. From Atlanta roots to festival stages, Zen Selekta shares how meditation, breathwork, and self-reflection shape her creative process and keep her grounded on and off stage. She opens up about transforming anxiety into presence, turning music into medicine, and drawing inspiration from thinkers like Joe Dispenza, who teaches the power of embodying what you want before it manifests.
We also explore her path through the music industry, building community in Atlanta’s bass scene, learning the value of a great agent, and navigating professionalism behind the decks. Zen Zelekta reflects on mentorship, creative faith, and the lessons learned from Pretty Lights’ comeback shows, while offering perspective on what it means to thrive as a woman in a male-dominated space. This episode is a reminder that the most powerful artists move both body and spirit.
🎧 Follow Zen Selekta: https://www.zenselekta.com/
🎙️ Follow Poducer: linktr.ee/poducerpodcast
The Podcast for Producers
Chapters
00:00 Cold open — hair talk, Lord Farquaad & the fly saga
01:15 Intro — who is Zen Selekta beyond the decks
03:40 Early inspirations & first concert (Sting at Chastain)
05:19 Big Fam memories, flamenco playlists & olive oil debates
06:35 Meditation, breathwork & finding stillness
09:45 Overcoming anxiety through creative practice
14:20 The moment meditation changed everything
16:20 Mindset, manifestation & embodying belief
19:56 Joe Dispenza teachings & quantum creation
23:06 Shadow work, journaling & personal evolution
24:13 From UKF to Atlanta — discovering purpose in music
27:23 Breaking in, early promoters & first agent
30:23 Industry lessons — community, professionalism & touring
33:42 The ATL “ho!” chant and Atlanta’s live energy
37:30 Staying out of drama & building healthy scenes
39:55 Sci-fi love, Dune aesthetics & creative imagination
48:16 Music as language — dance as worship
49:12 Ceremonial bass & the healing power of presence
52:16 Stage energy, flow state & connecting with the crowd
57:37 Women in music — normalization over tokenization
1:04:45 Pretty Lights comeback & artistic renewal
1:06:44 Mentorship, family & creative faith
1:09:57 Outro — gratitude, links & closing thoughts
DÊTRE — Detroit Roots, Panic Attacks & The Reality of Modern Bass Music | NSW x Poducer EP 8
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DÊTRE — Detroit Roots, Panic Attacks & The Reality of Modern Bass Music | NSW x Poducer EP 8
In this collaboration episode of Poducer with NSW, we sit down with Detroit-based producer DÊTRE (pronounced “Detra”) an artist whose path runs from guitars and rap vocals to intricate bass design, blending grit, groove, and raw self-expression.
He grows weed by day (as an irrigation manager) to building bass-heavy tracks rooted in emotion and precision, DÊTRE opens up about his creative evolution, mental health, and the balance between passion and stability. We explore the meaning behind his name, how Vital and additive distortion shaped his sound, and why he sometimes records his own vocal hooks instead of relying on samples.
We dive into Detroit’s warehouse scene, Movement Festival, and the “homie fest” culture that keeps underground music alive. Along the way, DÊTRE shares unfiltered thoughts on panic attacks, moderation, and staying grounded while navigating the modern music industry from corporate festivals to small, community-built events.
📲 Follow DÊTRE: https://linktr.ee/detrebeats?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacLYvf57T6mdjiybQWbGOWeEzhpKSANYlABzHC1JLo5hEjARFVH6P-MSWFIBQ_aem__Tf82tMrHP8JgfUHa6d9JA
🎙️ Follow Poducer: https://linktr.ee/poducerpodcast
Chapters:
00:00 Cold open (ZYNs, Electric Forest)
03:14 Intro & name—what “DÊTRE” means
03:38 Day job: growing weed (irrigation manager)
05:46 Panic attacks, Apple Watch chaos, and coping
10:41 Healthcare costs & hot takes
11:06 From trim tables to iPad-run grow ops
12:36 Michigan vs. Chicago weed reality
15:54 Moderation, mushrooms, and festival culture
19:23 Music without substances & set-night nerves
22:55 Icebreaker → first concert (Eminem/G-Unit)
24:47 Family roots, college crew, and starting to produce
30:51 Play: “10 Bands” (vocal hooks + identity)
36:13 Sound design: Vital, harmonic distortion, additive layers
38:18 “James Cameron,” Titanic jokes, and advisors from hell
40:14 DIY Detroit warehouse parties
42:46 Movement Festival & why it matters
49:16 Is bass music “up”? Pockets, Denver, and $18 drinks
55:36 Why small festivals slap (Infrasound energy)
57:02 Growth, money, and keeping your values
1:07:17 Ignore the negativity, build what you love
1:12:48 Play: “Quarter Hook” (quarter-note concept)
1:20:37 Play: “Wind” (Wubaholics)
1:23:55 Following the signs + choosing your people
1:29:29 Favorite live memory: ZHU at Burning Man
1:33:53 Shoutouts & where to find DÊTRE
Poducer
In this episode of Poducer, we sit down with Zen Selekta, a DJ and producer whose fusion of spirituality, intention, and raw energy has defined her signature ceremonial bass sound. From Atlanta roots to festival stages, Zen Selekta shares how meditation, breathwork, and self-reflection shape her creative process and keep her grounded on and off stage. She opens up about transforming anxiety into presence, turning music into medicine, and drawing inspiration from thinkers like Joe Dispenza, who teaches the power of embodying what you want before it manifests.
We also explore her path through the music industry, building community in Atlanta’s bass scene, learning the value of a great agent, and navigating professionalism behind the decks. Zen Zelekta reflects on mentorship, creative faith, and the lessons learned from Pretty Lights’ comeback shows, while offering perspective on what it means to thrive as a woman in a male-dominated space. This episode is a reminder that the most powerful artists move both body and spirit.
🎧 Follow Zen Selekta: https://www.zenselekta.com/
🎙️ Follow Poducer: linktr.ee/poducerpodcast
The Podcast for Producers
Chapters
00:00 Cold open — hair talk, Lord Farquaad & the fly saga
01:15 Intro — who is Zen Selekta beyond the decks
03:40 Early inspirations & first concert (Sting at Chastain)
05:19 Big Fam memories, flamenco playlists & olive oil debates
06:35 Meditation, breathwork & finding stillness
09:45 Overcoming anxiety through creative practice
14:20 The moment meditation changed everything
16:20 Mindset, manifestation & embodying belief
19:56 Joe Dispenza teachings & quantum creation
23:06 Shadow work, journaling & personal evolution
24:13 From UKF to Atlanta — discovering purpose in music
27:23 Breaking in, early promoters & first agent
30:23 Industry lessons — community, professionalism & touring
33:42 The ATL “ho!” chant and Atlanta’s live energy
37:30 Staying out of drama & building healthy scenes
39:55 Sci-fi love, Dune aesthetics & creative imagination
48:16 Music as language — dance as worship
49:12 Ceremonial bass & the healing power of presence
52:16 Stage energy, flow state & connecting with the crowd
57:37 Women in music — normalization over tokenization
1:04:45 Pretty Lights comeback & artistic renewal
1:06:44 Mentorship, family & creative faith
1:09:57 Outro — gratitude, links & closing thoughts
