Over my time in Florida. I have gotten the chance to get to know this producer Gary Goode.  He is a talented individual with a passion and ear for music. Don't just take my word for it though, just have a listen to his newly released EP "Dreamcatcher".  From the beginning to the end you're on a trip of dreaming proportions that tickle the ears of the progressive house sound. Tracks like "Come Again", "BT- Communicate (Gary Goode Booty)" and "Sun Kissed" are a magical world of amazing sounds that as you go along catch your ear and have you leaving wanting more. If your still not on board yet or you're ready to go, check out his new  EP release below or on Soundcloud.  Did I mention yet? That he is giving away his first EP!

Gary Goode was also kind enough to answer a few questions for me about his style. So continue reading on and find out what this artist has to say about his musical style.

TCL: What influenced your desire to make music?

Gary:  I have always had a passion for music. My mother played piano and flute. I grew up playing violin then saxophone in middle and high school. I also grew up listening to all types of music and I mean all types. I was a military brat, so that helped out as well with the constant exposure of different types of music from different areas.

 In the mid-90's I listened to a lot of Pop and Dance music. When I moved to Millington, TN I got into a lot of underground southern hip hop. Project Pat, La Chat, Gangsta Boo, pretty much all of Three 6 Mafia, 8ball & MJG, UGK, because they were all from the area. Great stuff, really. Then I moved back to Virginia Beach and started getting into Timbaland, Missy Elliott, Neptunes, Clipse, when they started to get big. Because they were also from the area.

 I decided to go to school for music back in 2008 and went to the International Academy of Design and Technology in Tampa, FL. While I was there, I knew ultimately that I wanted to produce music for a living. I dabbled production wise with in Pop and Hip Hop since those were my influences at the time. A couple months into attending school, a friend of mine introduced me to a podcast on iTunes called Dance Department. They were free, hour long mixes of some of the best music I've ever heard from some really creative artists, producers and DJs. House music. After that, my soul was sold. All I listened to from then on was House music and realized that THIS was the music I wanted to make.

TCL: What does this EP Dreamcatcher mean to you?

Gary: I arranged every song on Dreamcatcher starting in November of 2014. I made the title single, Dreamcatcher, then Come Again, then my bootleg of Communicate one after the other within 3 days. To me this meant that, after experimenting with all the different sounds and styles that make up House music, I've found a style that comes naturally and almost effortlessly. It didn't seem like I had to try too much to sound like everyone else. Dreamcatcher, Come Again and Communicate weren't pretentious to me. That meant that I had not only developed a style that spoke to me internally and felt comfortable with, but I was able to produce original music and bootlegs of music that inspired me, hence the Communicate Bootleg. It was very rewarding at the time.

TCL: Who are some of your favorite artist right now?

Gary: Hmmm, I tend to avoid that question the most because, as cliché as this sounds, I don't have one. Or better yet, they're ALL my favorite. There are too many producers, DJs, and artists inspires me so I can't pick just a few. If you were to ask who I am listening to at the moment I would say Weiss, Prok&Fitch, Roger Sanchez, Christian Smith, Wehbba, Juliet Fox, Tina V, René Amesz, Technasia, Mark Knight, Rafaelle Rizzi, Stefano Noferini, UMEK, Dosem, Muzzaik, DJ Anna, Green Velvet, Sharam, Harry Romero...that's just to name a few :)

TCL: Who would you really like to collaborate with on a song if you could?

Gary: Gosh, another difficult question! I would have to say any of the producers from the previous question. They are all different and innovating to me in their own respective right, and have paved a sturdy and successful path in their careers. Such a great learning and growing opportunity it would be for me!

TCL: What can we look forward to next in your desire to make music?  Any new projects?

Gary: I am always working on music, or at least trying to, you know, with my full time job and all (*sad face*). Like I mentioned before, I am extremely fond of all aspects of House. I started out heavily into EDM, believe it or not, and I am still just as equally as passionate about it, but right now I want to make people dance, not just make them "throw their f*&king hands in the air." So, I'm dipping my fingers into Tech House and Techno. I feel a really deep connection with those two right now. Heavy basslines, jackin' beats, weird synths and sounds. Sounds like fun!

I'm also gathering all my inspiration from current producers and DJs that I am listening to. And while my Dreamcatcher EP was meant to officially introduce myself as a producer and gain some exposure, I am only hoping to grow ever more with my production skills and land a spot on a Beatport chart and/or major label!



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For all those bike riders out there looking for a slick little bike for their kids, here you go! The design of the frame of the Brum Brum ($330) balance bike is not only original, but also serves an important function – it has outstanding natural suspension properties and allows the little biker to go over potholes with ease.

The balance bike is suitable for children between the ages of 2 and 6. As soon as the little rider can sit on the bike and reach the ground with their feet, the adventure can begin.

The bikes height may be adjusted by 13 to 15 inches in the front and as well as the back.

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Small projectors are nothing new. But most involve a lot of compromises, either in the maximum resolution or brightness and other features. The UO Smart Beam Laser Projector  ($420) offers both 720p resolution and 60 lumes of brightness in a cube that measures just 2.2 inches in each direction. As the name suggests, it uses an advanced laser diode and LCOS tech to project your images up to 150" in size, accepts wireless and HDMI input, and has a battery life of up to two hours, or just long enough to catch a movie in the backyard.  Check out the site for more information or watch the video below.





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If you're a superhero fan, than these optical illusion superhero bookshelf's ($25) will be a nice collectors item and they'll be aesthetically pleasing as home decor. Created by Artori Design, these miniature superhero shelf's will float in the air and gently hold your favorite books. The actual bookshelf and metal bookends are cleverly hidden inside the of the books.




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The Collective Loop Playlist-76 has arrived! Summer is coming to an end soon and Fall is right around the corner!  So it will be falling leaves and chilly nights! So have a listen to some summer fun. In this installment we have new music by Freedom Fry, The Chainsmokers, Motopony and more...

If you want to check out any of the other Playlists then click on TCL Playlists in the menu.


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The flash drive was fnally re-imagined, and SanDisk is probably the best comapny to take on that challenge. With their SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick ($29 - $99), they've added Wi-Fi to the flash drive, allowing you to transfer files, videos, and music easily from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Just install the app on your mobile device and wirelessly save and access your photos, videos, and files — or share with multiple devices at once, even if the stick isn't in the same room. They come in 4 different sizes (16GB, 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB).  Watch the video below for more info.



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The Jug Rock Kayak House located in Westport, MA looks like a house retreat I would like to stay at. Once home to a boat house destroyed by the hurricane of 1932, this formation of Jug rocks currently sits empty and ideal. The Jug Rock Kayak House is a single room retreat. It is meant as a place of relaxation and repose, a kayak ride destination. The single space contains a library, storage, and bed elevated a few steps above entry level. The small building is lifted off the level of the rock and cantilevered out over the water, facing the dramatic Westport sunsets.  What do you think of this house?

The Homestead Hook ($38) is a new product created by Domenic Fiorello Studio.The form of the Homestead hook is made using the technique of bent lamination, a technique mastered by the Eames Studio. So go ahead and pick some up to spruce up your pad. Keep one by your bedside door and never forget your keys, belt and tie again. Try one in the kitchen for your hand towels, or scatter multiples across a living room wall for a great accent to your space.

You can't go wrong with the Floating Record Vertical Turntable, not only is it aesthetically beautiful but you get to enjoy showing off your vinyl collection. This all-in-one solution, features built-in, full-range stereo speakers, so it's easy to setup. It uses an Audio-Technica AT95E cartridge mounted on a fully-adjustable carbon fiber tone arm, a DC manual belt-drive system to spin both 33's and 45's, and a high-mass acrylic plinth and platter. It has a headphone jack for private listening, and RCA outs with a built-in pre-amps in case you want to integrate it into your existing system. Get more information about this turntable on Kickstarter.