Boombox Cartel | The XLNT Show #22

In this episode of The XLNT Show Podcast, we sit down with the mysterious, elusive, and incredibly talented producer Boombox Cartel (Americo) for an in-depth conversation on his journey, creative process, and the highs and lows of his career.

As a trailblazer in the hybrid trap genre, Boombox Cartel has amassed millions of streams, performed at some of the biggest festivals in the world, and collaborated with industry giants like Diplo, Dillon Francis, JID, and Nightmare. His high-energy, cinematic sound design has not only defined hybrid trap but also influenced countless producers in the EDM space. With chart-topping tracks like "B2U," "Supernatural," "Aftershock," and "Whisper," his music has been played across Ultra Music Festival, EDC, Coachella, and Lollapalooza, and even featured in major TV shows, films, and brand campaigns.

🔊 What to Expect in This Episode:

• The Boombox Cartel Origin Story – How Americo and Jorge met in music school, started their duo, and the visa issues that forced Americo to continue the project solo.
• Inside the Studio – The secrets behind Boombox Cartel’s signature sound, including the infamous filtered chord technique, ambient ear candy, and why his drums hit so hard.
• Feature Hunting – How he meticulously picks vocalists, studies their range, tempo, and keys, and why JID & Nestlé trusted him to step into EDM.
• Diplo, Mad Decent & The Industry Grind – How Diplo signed Boombox Cartel to Mad Decent, opening doors for major collaborations, TV/film placements, and global recognition.
• The Lil Jon Sample That Never Made It – How a Boombox Cartel track almost featured Lil Jon, but a last-minute licensing fee changed everything.
• The Skrillex Story – The wild night at EDC where Skrillex mysteriously invited Americo to a 5 AM techno set, only to vanish into thin air.
• Networking Secrets & Music Industry Survival – Why building real relationships, cold-calling, and putting yourself out there is the key to success.
• Staying Fresh & Evolving – How Americo keeps Boombox Cartel ahead of the game despite his sound being copied by so many producers.
• The Future of Boombox Cartel – What’s next? New music, upcoming collaborations, and a sneak peek at what fans can expect in 2024.

If you’re an EDM producer, hybrid trap fan, or just love behind-the-scenes stories from the industry, this is an episode you can’t miss!

🎛 Plus, stay tuned for an exclusive upcoming episode where Boombox Cartel breaks down his project files and reveals his production secrets!

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