Diplo & Skrillex on Jack Ü, Bieber Collab, and Where EDM Goes Next (2015)

Recorded in 2015: Super-duo Jack Ü (Diplo & Skrillex) break down DIY production, viral distribution, the making of “Where Are Ü Now,” why live energy beats radio, and how streaming + youth culture keep reshaping electronic music. 00:00 Jack Ü intro + “Take Ü There” clip 01:27 Are DJs musicians? (process & atmosphere) 02:35 Why EDM exploded: internet + accessible tools 03:26 DIY over labels: YouTube, SoundCloud, grassroots 04:17 Youth energy & pushing sound forward 05:00 Forming Jack Ü + quality control 05:42 Writing “Take Ü There” (hotel session → month of polish) 06:59 Collabs without rules (rappers, pop, country) 07:16 How “Where Are Ü Now” with Bieber happened 08:31 Fan-made video concept (gallery of 1,000 stills) 09:37 On Bieber’s focus & talent 10:49 Touring pace & 100k-person crowds 11:42 Respect as musicians; crossover without chasing radio 12:47 Success = goosebumps + live connection 13:28 Festivals: curating peak live moments 14:09 Indie hits on radio (“Lean On” example) 14:26 Creation flow: Arcade Fire jam to loops 15:29 Skrillex’s “rock-star” stage presence 16:27 Audience energy fuels studio ideas 17:14 Bucket list moments (MSG) 17:30 Organic growth → leverage for big records 18:19 Bending pop format (non-traditional structures) Music Discussion is an archive of timeless conversations with the world’s greatest musicians, critics, and cultural voices — from legends like Elvis Presley and Bob Dylan to modern icons shaping today’s sound. Our channel explores the art, business, and impact of music across genres and generations. Whether it’s rock, rap, jazz, soul, pop, or beyond, we bring you rare interviews and deep insights into the artists who defined eras and changed culture. Subscribe for more classic and contemporary discussions that capture the stories, struggles, and brilliance behind the music. #Musicians #MusicDiscussion

Added 7 Jun 2026