We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Mike. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Mike below.

Hi Mike, thanks for joining us today. Did you always know you wanted to pursue a creative or artistic career? When did you first know?

Growing up, I was always surrounded by music. I was in a marching band as a kid, then later got into guitar and would just have jam sessions with my friends in my teens. Music has always been part of my life. But the moment I truly realized I wanted to pursue a career as an artist and DJ was at EDC Las Vegas, watching Slander perform live. Something just lit up inside me. The path wasn’t clear yet, but I knew I wanted to be part of that world.

In 2020, I bought my first DJ controller. I started playing at house parties with my cousins and friends, just messing around, having fun, and building up confidence. From watching live sets and listening to mixes to watching pros how to work around the decks and move the crowd. A year later, I got serious about making music, after countless hours of watching tutorials and learning the ropes. I’m lucky to have a mentor, Felmax, who’s now one of my closest friends. He really guided me and helped me level up.

Not long after that, things started to take off. Artists like Excision, Shaq, ATLiens started downloading my tracks. That’s when the shows and bookings started rolling in. Haven’t looked back since, it’s been a crazy ride!

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I go by the artist name Bleaubeard. I am dubstep producer and DJ from Toronto. I mostly make dubstep, but I love experimenting and exploring different sounds and sub-genres of dubstep, wherever my curiosity takes me. I make music to connect with people on a deeper level, whether it’s through energy, emotion, or just something that makes you feel alive.

I first got into the scene like most people, just as a fan. In 2020, I started playing at house parties with my cousins and friends, DJing for fun and watching hours of live sets and mixes to study and how the pros did it. A year later, I got serious about producing music. Since then, I’ve been lucky enough to get support from artists like Excision, ATliens, Ray Volpe, Jessica Audiffred, Trivecta and more who have downloaded and played my songs at shows and big festivals, which still blows my mind.

I release music on all platforms, and I also have a SoundCloud exclusive series where I drop bootleg remixes of tracks I love. I’m actively playing shows and just landed my first-ever festival booking, Kn¿where, next month. Shoutout to the DNR fam!

Beyond the music, I see my brand as an experience. Whether it’s cinematic intros, heavy drops, wild double drops, or unexpected flips, I want my songs and sets to feel like an escape. I put a lot thought and effort into every live sets that I make. I’m not just trying to make people headbang, I want them to feel something, to connect, to get lost in the moment.

I’m also super hands-on with everything I do. From visuals, and cover art to storytelling, sound design, and branding. Everything ties back to a bigger vision I’m building piece by piece.

What I’m most proud of is the journey so far. I build this project from the ground up. No shortcuts, just hustle, consistency, and passion. People found me through my music and that means everything to me. I’m still learning, still growing, and still pushing to get better every day. I am here to create movements people won’t forget!

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

The most rewarding part of being an artists is for sure the connection. Seeing people’s reaction or seeing crowds lose their mind to something I made in my tiny laptop and headphones: those moments make it all worth it. Knowing that something I created from scratch can impact people emotionally or give them an escape is cool and powerful. I also love meeting people at shows. People come up after my set to tell me how much they enjoyed the set, share a certain track that hit them. Seeing their faces, having those conversations – it remind me why I do this.

Have any books or other resources had a big impact on you?

I have definitely picked up a lot from various sources: YouTube, podcasts, interviews with artists, as well as business content that isn’t directly related to music. It’s a mix of all of them. The biggest takeaway across the board has been the importance of staying consistent. That message keeps coming up, no matter the source.
As for books, I high recommend the Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron and It’s All In Your Head by Russ. Both of those helped me tap into my creativity on a deeper level and shift my mindset as an artist and entrepreneur.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5SzAFM0ggBrOpcnzkr3U5Q?si=84ZHVpb_QOS0fz5juqsNNw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bleaubeard/
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/bleaubeard
• Other: https://www.threads.com/@bleaubeard?xmt=AQF0ax5rOFUZiHZ1L47qXvVMVdIQE8rhM65DfXKXLhkMb-E