Jae Chong | Music Producer, Member of Solid and Aziatix

THE JEREMIAH SHOW Featuring Legendary Music Producer Jae Chong In this episode of The Jeremiah Show, I speak with Jae Chong, a prominent music producer known for his contributions to K-pop, J-pop, and Mandopop. We discuss the evolution of the Korean music industry, the importance of cultural integration, and the challenges faced by Asian artists in the global music scene. Jae shares his personal journey, emphasizing the significance of language, tradition, and a strong work ethic in achieving success. The conversation highlights the changing landscape of the music industry and the need for representation and support for Asian artists. Takeaways - K-pop has become a global phenomenon, reshaping the music industry. - Jae Chong's journey reflects the challenges and triumphs of Asian artists. - Cultural integration plays a crucial role in shaping an artist's identity. - Bilingualism is a significant advantage in the music industry. - A strong work ethic and passion are essential for success in music. - The Asian music scene has evolved, but barriers still exist. - Artists need a sense of purpose to sustain their careers. - Jae aims to create opportunities for the next generation of Asian artists. - The importance of maintaining cultural traditions in a globalized world. - Music should be the primary focus, not race or demographics. JAE CHONG - Music Composer/Producer  EVERYWHERE:  @iamjaechong Chapters 00:00 The Rise of K-Pop: A Global Phenomenon 04:53 Meet Jae Chong: The Super Producer 11:19 Cultural Integration: Growing Up Korean-American 19:28 The Importance of Language and Tradition 20:56 Work Ethic and Passion in Music Production 25:08 Breaking Barriers: The Asian Music Scene 34:19 Traits of Successful Artists 40:05 The Calling: Purpose in Music 43:47 Legacy and Future Aspirations - - - - - - - - - - - - - Voices Carry - These Are Your Stories  POP CULTURE, MUSIC ICONS, & FOOD GODS  The Jeremiah Show - Please Subscribe & Rate - CLICK HERE Check Out The Back Catalogs of Special Guests CLICK HERE To Become a Sponsor of The Jeremiah Show CLICK HERE for Media Deck and Rates THE JEREMIAH SHOW BROUGHT TO YOU BY evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Host | Executive Producer - Jeremiah D. Higgins Senior Sound Engineer | Producer - Graham Palmer | Surprise Studio Be sure to check out these evolve entertainment network shows: The Arwen Lewis Show, The Kimi Kato Show with Jeremiah, and The Mike Gormley Show THE JEREMIAH SHOW FEATURES  Music Connection Magazine - https://www.musicconnection.com/ MUSICARES - MusiCares provides a safety net of critical health and welfare services to the music community - https://musicares.org/ The Jeremiah Show Radio Broadcast is heard in London, Somerset U.K., New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, and Los Angeles by Radio Candy Media JEREMIAH D. HIGGINS SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS - On Instagram: Surprise Studio Did you like the music in this episode? You can find the Original Music Soundtrack - CLICK HERE:  TJS Spotify Playlists TJS Opening Theme Music By Sugizo "DO-FUNK Dance” https://sugizo.com/ TJS in REVERSE - Classic TJS Shows Drop Monday & WednesdayNEW SHOWS - Every Friday Be In The Know - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to The Jeremiah Show Podcast to be alerted to new artist interviews: CLICK HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices