Spotify Cover Letter + Resumé

Hi Spotify!

Below are the relevant files for my Spotify Application Project regarding the Product Insights Manager. I've created an audio visualizer and recorded my Cover Letter to be plugged in to the visualizer, but you can also use an audio file of your own with it.  I've also written out my Cover Letter below in case you have trouble getting the audio from my .zip file running. Instructions for how to get it running are in the README. Take a look and let me know what you think!

Spotify Visualizer

Hi there, 

My name’s Eric Petrocchi and applying to the role of Product Insights Manager. 

I thought I’d use this as my cover letter. I promise it’s not a virus It’s a music visualizer I created with Javascript. You can plug in any mp3 or audio file you have saved on your computer but for now you’re stuck with my voice and some of my very average guitar playing.

My passion for music, as I imagine most Spotify team members share, attracted me to this position and I think I’d be a great addition to the team. I have more than 3 years of experience in analytics as an employee of T-Mobile, The Richards Group, and WPP as well as experience in the music industry as an intern at an artist management agency in Denver called 7s and the chair of my university’s music committee, where we planned shows at local venues with acts such as Cherub, Dram and Vanic.

I have skills and experience in data analysis and presentation, often interpreting data and telling a story to the client with the appropriate recommendations. I’m also involved in overseeing tag management systems and A/B testing in both the Adobe and Google suites and have a variety of certifications in both.

Other than that, I’m from Dallas, TX, my favorite band is Arctic Monkeys and my favorite rapper is JID and I play guitar and DJ in my free time.

Feel free to keep this running or plug in your own music while you review my resume, and I hope I hear from you soon.

Best,

Eric

petrocchieric@gmail.com

214-507-8907

I.M.G. Playlist 3

Audio Push and Hit-Boy are back in the game with their new single "Reppin", hopefully there will be some news on a project in the near future. Dallas native Black Milk drops a new single with an assistance from Bun B. Gambino drops another unconventional yet incredible song. Bipolar Sunshine teams up with Goldlink for a song that definitely should have come out during the summer. Philidelphia newcomers CRUISR offer a fresh new alternative sound (Their debut EP All Over is out now). And finally, Nebbra drops an incredible remix of Odesza and Zyra's "Say My Name."

Must-Hears: "Reppin", "All Over", "Say My Name (Nebbra Remix)", "Future (Part 1)",

I.M.G. Playlist 2

In this rap-heavy playlist, Nas soundalike Your Old Droog drops a solid track with a verse from Prodigy of Mobb Deep. Kendrick releases his newest single "i" which lead me to find an old track called "Look Out For Detox", with some unique production. Atlanta newcomer Daye Jack releases another good track. A$AP Rocky adds a couple of verses over Sam Smith's beautiful "I'm Not The Only One" and tag-team Waldo & Sango take on Vic Mensa and Kaytranada's "Wimme Nah."

Must-Hears: "i" and "I'm Not The Only One"

I.M.G. Playlist 1

I haven't posted once since school started and I apologize. Life is hectic right now, between school, college applications, my job at Brookstone, and Destiny, I haven't made time for this blog. So for my 3 readers who are incapable of finding music on their own, I have found a solution. Every 10 (good) songs that I find, I will make a playlist and post it to the blog. I'll tell you the must hears and the notable projects they come from. First up starts with Noname Gypsy's new single, "Dizzy." I found Gypsy after her collab with Chance and have been impressed with everything I've heard since. Then there's "Envy" by Clique, a song with a heavy drop that I heard on Vine (yes, I am ashamed). There's the hauntingly beautiful "Come Back For Me" by Jaymes Young and a new track from the Andre 3000-esque Eric Biddiness (What up, Seven?). There's also a new banger from my favorite west coast duo Audio Push. Finally, there's my favorite, "Human" by Jon Bellion. Bellion is part of Visionary Music Group (Logic, QuESt). He recently dropped his new mixtape, The Definition, and I would definitely recommend it. His upbeat and unconventional production along with amazing vocals and lyrics will show you why he is one of the fastest growing artists right now.

Must-Hears: "RAILROADS DOWN 2/ INDEPENDANCE DAY", "OTW", and "Human"

Saba-Scum

I've said it before and I'll say it again, Chicago's rap game is by far the best right now. Although the west coast's T.D.E. is the best group, the talent coming out of the Windy City is countless. Saba is probably in my top 5 though. I haven't been able to stop listening to his mixtape ComfortZone since it came out a month ago, but it wasn't until recently that I realized how much I love the 7th song on the album, "Scum." It's always stuck in my head and always puts me in a good mood. The unique rhythm and melody on the song is a perfect example of the innovative music coming out of Chicago and the most impressive part of it all is that Saba produced the track, along with many others on his fantastic mixtape.

King Green-Nothing

King Green of the RDGLDGRN trio tries his hand at some solo work. Still rapping over unconventional, heavy instrumental beats, Green discusses his dreams and aspirations while sampling Office Space in "Nothing". Looking at his solo work it's clear to see why RDGLDGRN have been so successful thus far. Each member is incredibly talented and sound just as good on their own. Check out RDGLDGRN's new song "Cornbread."

Jon Bellion-Munny Right

Even if you don't know Jon Bellion is you're probably already a fan of him. Bellion has found his biggest successes as a songwriter in the past, including Eminem and Rihanna's megahit "The Monster", which just hit 200,000,000 views on Youtube. However, if you've been paying attention you'd know that Jon Bellion is not someone who will be kept in the background. Last year he came out with his spectacular mixtape The Separation with Visionary Music Group, the label that hosts Logic and QuESt. "Munny Right" is about the New York artist's journey to his recent success. On top of incredible lyrics (he's a songwriter first), he adds impressive vocals, a blend of pop and hip-hop, and some great production he did himself. Watch out, you'll be hearing "Munny Right" on the radio every day pretty soon.