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• The Untold Story of Marshmello

  This is Marshmello’s first full interview ever.For the first time, Marshmello sat down to tell his story on camera.No face reveal. Just the real story behind the helmet.In this conversation, he opens up about many things he’s never said out loud: the songs that changed his life, the moments that changed him, the mindset behind the mystery, and what it’s really like being Marshmello.From his earliest days making music
to the business decisions that built the Marshmello brand,
to the behind-the-scenes stories we've never heard.What hit me most wasn’t just the music.
It was the vision.
The way Mello built a world where creativity, fun, and mystery could all live together.This conversation is for YOU if:
🔥 You’re an artist, producer, or creative building your own path
🔥 You’ve ever felt overlooked or underestimated
🔥 You want to understand how hit songs, brands, and movements are made
🔥 You love music and want to go deeper than the chartsHuge Thanks to NordVPN & DistroKidEXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/wallTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!Get 4 extra months when you sign up for the 2-year plan at nordvpn.com/wallDistroKid - Want to release your own music?I’ve used DistroKid for over 6 years to get my songs on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere else.Use my link to get 7% off your membership ➼ https://distrokid.com/vip/seven/1296306🎧 FREE PDF: 15 Lessons from The Greatest Minds in MusicI’ve spent the last few years interviewing some of the greatest minds in music - songwriters, producers, and artists behind the biggest songs in the world.
This free PDF breaks down the patterns, mindset shifts, and real-life turning points I’ve learned from them.Whether you're a songwriter, artist, or just someone chasing something creative - this is for you.👉 Download “15 Lessons" now: 🧢 First-Ever Behind The Wall Merch Drop 👕
After years of going Behind The Wall, it’s finally here.
The clothes I’ve been wearing in almost every interview. The hoodie I interview in. My thinking cap. The mug I drank from every night while working on this episode.
Now, they’re yours too.This isn’t just merch.
It’s for the artists, the storytellers, the dreamers, the people who care about the process.
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Let’s keep building this together.I’m incredibly grateful to Marshmello for trusting me with this conversation.
And thank you to everyone who helped me bring this episode to life. And thank you to you for going Behind The Wall with us! This community is the reason Behind The Wall can keep going.
I hope this interview inspires the next generation of artists.
Can’t wait for the next one with Mello.⬇️ More of Marshmello
*YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@marshmello/featured 
*Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/64KEffDW9EtZ1y2vBYgq8T?si=uPmEDCTSSOma5t59dQ8Lhg*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marshmello/?hl=en 
*TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marshmello?lang=en *Merch: https://www.marshmellomusic.com/ ⬇️ More of Daniel
*YouTube: @danielswall
*Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5D9McS8pv2UukD3d220Fn9?si=TK7PCTjtTfaR1B18IqST3g *Instagram: https://instagram.com/danielswall
*TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@danielswall*Merch: https://behindthewall.tv/collections/all

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• The Untold Story Behind Justin Bieber’s Music (Harv Interview)

  In this episode of Behind The Wall, I sit down with HARV — the Grammy-nominated producer, musical director, and creative force who's been shaping the sound of pop music for over a decade. From being Justin Bieber’s bassist and musical director for more than 15 years to producing massive hits like “Peaches,” HARV’s journey is the definition of hard work, dedication, and undeniable talent.But behind the scenes, the road wasn’t easy. From mastering every part of a band at a young age to earning his place alongside some of the biggest artists in the world, HARV opens up about what it really takes to make it in the music industry — and why staying true to yourself is the key to everything.🎵 In this conversation, we dive into:How he became Justin Bieber’s longtime musical director and collaboratorThe story behind producing “Peaches” and other global hitsHow patience and preparation led to his biggest breakthroughsAdvice for any artist, producer, or dreamer trying to carve their own pathHARV’s story isn’t just inspiring — it’s a reminder that greatness is built through relentless work, staying ready for your moment, and trusting your unique journey.Thank you HARV for going Behind The Wall with us and sharing your incredible story and wisdom. Your journey is a blueprint for every artist and creative chasing their dream.

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• Why Andy Grammer Kept Singing on the Streets… Even When No One Listened

  Andy Grammer: From Street Performer to Chart-Topping Star In this episode of Behind The Wall, I sit down with the incredibly inspiring Andy Grammer - an artist known for massive hits like “Honey, I’m Good” and “Keep Your Head Up,” but whose story goes so much deeper than the charts.Before selling out arenas and racking up billions of streams, Andy spent four years singing on the streets, performing for anyone who would listen. No label. No fame. Just a dream and a guitar. In this conversation, Andy opens up about that journey - what it took to keep going when nobody was cared, and how he stayed rooted in optimism even when success felt impossible.🎵 In this episode, we dive into:His early days as a street performer and how it shaped himThe story behind his first breakout hitHow he defines success today vs. when he startedHis perspective on creativity, perseverance, and staying groundedWhat it really takes to build a career in music from the ground upAndy’s story is a reminder that greatness doesn’t come from luck - it comes from heart, hustle, and staying true to your purpose. Whether you’re an aspiring artist or someone chasing a dream of your own, this conversation is for you.🧡 Thank you Andy for going Behind The Wall with us and sharing your truth. This is one of the most important interviews I've ever released for artists out there. It's a great reminder that our journeys are all different and it may bring us on roads we never thought we'd ever travel.

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• Benny Blanco Breaks Down The Original Demos of His Biggest Hits

  benny blanco returns!!!!This is hands down my favorite interview I’ve done so far! After the last episode with Benny, you all loved it so much that Benny himself reached out to me with an idea, what if we sat down and went over his actual demos of some of the biggest songs in the world? So that’s exactly what we did.For the first time ever, Benny takes us inside the process of making hit records, breaking down the original demos of his most iconic songs. But this episode isn’t just about the music—it’s about what it really takes to create, push through self-doubt, and make something that connects with people.💡 This conversation is for YOU if:🔥 You’re an artist, songwriter, or producer trying to make it🔥 You want to see how hit songs are really made from the ground up🔥 You’ve ever doubted yourself creatively and needed inspiration🔥 You love music and want to understand it on a deeper levelBenny shares the raw, unfiltered first versions of songs that would go on to become global hits. But what hit me most wasn’t just the music—it was his mindset. His belief in creativity, collaboration, and the idea that sometimes, the best songs take years to find their moment. I was pretty much speechless throughout this whole interview. This episode will change the way you see music forever; I know it changed me. Benny, thank you for this. Thank you for sharing your journey, your process, and for trusting me with this conversation. So grateful to go Behind The Wall with you once again. Excited for your new album with Selena coming soon too!!!! And thank you to everyone who has supported me on this journey and helped bring this episode to life. 🙏 Thank you to all the people who made, sang, and created these songs and thank you to Benny and his team for sharing the original demos. I truly believe this will inspire the next generation of music creatives and like Benny said, we can't wait to see what those creatives make. If you're an artist or creative who is always on the go, check out Nomatic and get 20% off your first purchase at nomatic.com/wall⬇️ More of Benny:📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqrBKQHQVEvD2Q9FP0DCP2g📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbennyblanco/?hl=en📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbennyblanco?lang=en⬇️ More of Daniel:📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanielsWall 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielwall/?hl=en 📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielswall?lang=enFirst interview with Benny: https://youtu.be/4Vh_DgaHySc?si=Ltiui-zwTkuUm6tp

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• How Benny Blanco Made The Biggest Songs in The World

  benny blanco returns!!!! This is hands down my favorite interview I’ve done so far! After the last episode with Benny, you all loved it so much that Benny himself reached out to me with an idea, what if we sat down and went over his actual demos of some of the biggest songs in the world? So that’s exactly what we did.For the first time ever, Benny takes us inside the process of making hit records, breaking down the original demos of his most iconic songs. But this episode isn’t just about the music—it’s about what it really takes to create, push through self-doubt, and make something that connects with people.💡 This conversation is for YOU if:🔥 You’re an artist, songwriter, or producer trying to make it🔥 You want to see how hit songs are really made from the ground up🔥 You’ve ever doubted yourself creatively and needed inspiration🔥 You love music and want to understand it on a deeper levelBenny shares the raw, unfiltered first versions of songs that would go on to become global hits. But what hit me most wasn’t just the music—it was his mindset. His belief in creativity, collaboration, and the idea that sometimes, the best songs take years to find their moment. I was pretty much speechless throughout this whole interview. This episode will change the way you see music forever; I know it changed me. Benny, thank you for this. Thank you for sharing your journey, your process, and for trusting me with this conversation. So grateful to go Behind The Wall with you once again. Excited for your new album with Selena coming soon too!!!! And thank you to everyone who has supported me on this journey and helped bring this episode to life. 🙏 Thank you to all the people who made, sang, and created these songs and thank you to Benny and his team for sharing the original demos. I truly believe this will inspire the next generation of music creatives and like Benny said, we can't wait to see what those creatives make. If you're an artist or creative who is always on the go, check out Nomatic and get 20% off your first purchase at nomatic.com/wall⬇️ More of Benny:📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqrBKQHQVEvD2Q9FP0DCP2g📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbennyblanco/?hl=en📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbennyblanco?lang=en⬇️ More of Daniel:📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanielsWall 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielwall/?hl=en 📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielswall?lang=en

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