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EP 187: Harry Hess – Making Songs Sound “Finished”

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Harry Hess is a stalwart figure in the music industry, amassing a remarkable three decades of experience. As the owner and operator of HBomb Mastering, a distinguished facility, he seamlessly transitioned into the specialized world of mastering. With a focus on using the finest analog and digital gear, Harry has become a go-to mastering engineer, crafting #1 hits for acclaimed artists like Barenaked Ladies, Billy Talent, and more.

HBomb Mastering stands out as an Apple-approved “Mastered for iTunes” facility, attesting to Harry’s commitment to meeting industry standards. His influence extends beyond individual artists to major record labels such as Disney, Warner, Universal, Sony, and EMI. His dedication to delivering high-quality audio mastering services has solidified his reputation as a key player in achieving chart-topping success.

In addition to contemporary hits, Harry Hess has left his mark on reissues and compilations, contributing his skills to projects involving iconic artists like Ed Sheeran, Madonna, Ray Charles, and others. This underscores his versatility and lasting impact on the sonic landscape, further establishing Harry as a respected force in the ever-evolving world of music mastering.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

  • Getting work when you don’t feel prepared
  • Finding the balance of how much processing is too much
  • Defining what a finished record sounds like
  • Being mindful of the demands of your genre
  • The importance of great converters
  • Getting loud masters
  • Mastering full albums: How to make the tracks sound cohesive
  • Working on remaster projects
  • Not being afraid of clipping your signal
  • True Peak limiters: Are they good things?
  • Using multiple limiters vs. only one

To learn more about Harry Hess, visit: http://www.hbombmastering.com/

 

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EP 186: Alex Gamble – Engineering With Intention

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Alex Gamble, a seasoned professional in the realm of audio production, has built a distinguished career as a versatile force, excelling as a Mixing Engineer, Dolby Atmos Mixer, Recording Engineer, and Producer. Guided by a commitment to dismantling technical barriers, Gamble’s focus lies in creating atmospheres that empower artists to step beyond their comfort zones and actively participate in the production process. Beginning their journey at Union Sound Company, Gamble’s career highlights include significant contributions to the award-winning “Antisocialites” by Alvvays, and collaborations with notable artists such as Fucked Up, Broken Social Scene, Arkells, Sarah Harmer, Tanika Charles, and Bruce Cockburn, spanning across labels like Universal Music Canada, Arts & Crafts, Sub Pop, Six Shooter, Royal Mountain, and Bonsound.

Gamble’s passion for challenging the status quo and fostering creativity has resulted in a rich tapestry of critically acclaimed recordings. Their relentless dedication to breaking down technical barriers and creating a conducive environment for artistic expression positions Alex Gamble as a driving force in the ever-evolving landscape of audio production. With an extensive portfolio of award-winning works and a commitment to pushing artistic boundaries, Gamble continues to shape the sonic landscapes of the industry.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

  • Taking the leap from a comfy day job to pursue music
  • Making the most out of audio college
  • Finding your own process
  • The secret to capturing great vocals
  • The important conversations you need to have with artists before starting a project
  • Getting clear on your vision before you start recording
  • Working with analog tape
  • Committing to a sound
  • Questions to ask yourself when recording any instrument
  • Getting fat-sounding snares
  • Tuning drums to the player’s techniques
  • How to get your drums in phase
  • Adding drum samples
  • Dolby Atmos mixing: What you need to know before getting into it
  • Who is paying for Atmos mixes?

To learn more about Alex Gamble, visit: https://www.audiogamble.com/

 

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EP 185: Mike Indovina – Your Mixing Problems Are Likely Your Recording Problems

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The new book by Mike Indovina is now out. It’s called The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio. In this episode, we dive into the book, what you can expect from it, and how it can help you see massive improvements in the quality of your home recordings.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

  • Why your mixing problems are likely recording problems
  • The importance of following a specific order of events in the production process
  • The impact that small details in your recording chain can make
  • How Gene Simmons’ story about poop might relate to your mixes
  • Hot to work smarter, faster, and achieve better results with your music
  • What you can expect to find inside The Recording Mindset book

 

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EP 184: David Bendeth – Adapting to Change (Revisited)

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David Bendeth, born in London, England, has had a multifaceted career in the music industry as a guitarist, songwriter, producer, and A&R executive. Initially self-taught on the guitar, he later studied at the Berklee School of Music in Boston. Bendeth’s early years involved traveling between London and Toronto, and he performed with renowned drummers like Billy Cobham and Lenny White. In 1980, he reached the top of the UK charts as a blue-eyed soul crooner with the single “Feel the Real” and released three albums before joining CBS/Sony Canada as a staff producer.

Bendeth’s career continued to flourish as he became a songwriter with Chrysalis Music, penning tracks for artists like Joe Cocker and Jeff Beck. His A&R roles at BMG Canada and RCA Records in the late ’80s and early ’90s resulted in signing acts such as Cowboy Junkies and Crash Test Dummies. In 2002, he oversaw the production of Elvis Presley’s “30 #1 Hits,” which became a massive success, selling nearly 14 million records worldwide.

In 2003, Bendeth transitioned to an independent role as a producer, mixer, and writer. His extensive discography includes working with artists like SR-71, Bruce Hornsby, Vertical Horizon, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Breaking Benjamin, and Paramore, with several records achieving platinum status. Over the years, he has maintained a diverse musical palette, drawing inspiration from artists like Miles Davis, Earth Wind & Fire, and Jeff Beck. Bendeth’s impact on the industry is evident through his involvement in over 60 million records sold and his continuous contributions to the evolving music landscape.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

  • The hustle of working as a musician turned producer
  • The world of A&R and what it takes to become a major artist
  • How to differentiate every project
  • How to adapt to the changing landscape of the music industry
  • David’s new adventures in creating hip-hop loops and dipping into new genres
  • Dealing with criticism and turning it into encouragement
  • How to achieve drums that slam hard and cut through a mix

 

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EP 183: Joe Lambert – The Process of Mastering

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Grammy-nominated mastering engineer, Joe Lambert, is originally from Western New York and attended Full Sail University in Orlando, Florida. He worked his way up at several NYC studios and eventually opened Joe Lambert Mastering in 2008. Currently in Westchester, Joe has a state-of-the-art room that clients love. He has worked with Moby, City and Colour, The National, Animal Collective, Sofi Tukker, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Dirty Projectors, and many, many more great artists.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

  • To niche down or not?
  • Not putting your career in the hands of others
  • Fitting your job to your personality
  • His mastering process
  • Why mastering should be simple
  • Automating changes during the mastering process
  • What level should you master to?
  • The -14LUFS myth
  • Setting your output levels
  • What sample rates should you use to record?
  • The key to monitoring your tracks accurately

To learn more about Joe Lambert, visit: https://joelambertmastering.com/

 

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EP 182: Ryan Haft – Achieving Clarity With Heavy Music

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Ryan Haft is a mixer, engineer, and producer based in Miami FL. Private Studio Owner of Sunburn Sound. He specializes in guitar-driven rock, metal, and indie productions largely for the independent music community in search of unique recordings. Guitarist for bands Capsule and Wrong. 2023 Latin Grammy Winning Mixer for Chuco Valdes and Paquito Riverias Latin Jazz Record of the Year “I’ve Missed You Too!”

Credits include Torche, Jacuzzi Boys, Donzii, Mustard Service, and many more.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

  • Starting to charge clients
  • Working on live sound vs. in the studio
  • How working live sound will make you faster in the studio
  • Learning to adapt to new rooms
  • Dealing with translation issues
  • Achieving clarity with heavy music
  • Should you layer your tracks?
  • How to create dynamics in dynamic-less music
  • Adding saturation to your mixes
  • Driving mic preamps
  • Using room mics on guitars
  • Sidechaining room mics
  • Creative room mic techniques
  • Self-producing: How to avoid being overly critical of your work

To learn more about Ryan Haft, visit: https://www.ryanhaft.com/

 

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EP 181: Nicolas Vernhes – Finding Individuality in Artists

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Nicolas Vernhes is a Grammy award-winning producer, engineer and mixer, internationally recognized for his work with artists such as Animal Collective, Dirty Projectors and Deerhunter.

Since 1995, Vernhes owned the beloved Brooklyn studio Rare Book Room, which spawned many critically acclaimed albums, from Silver Jews’ American Water, Deerhunter’s Microcastle, Animal Collective’s Strawberry Jam, Spoon’s Transference, Dirty Projectors’ Bitte Orca and The War on Drugs’ Lost In The Dream. He received a Grammy in 2018 for his work on The War On Drugs’ A Deeper Understanding.

He recently moved to the California desert near Joshua Tree, CA and has completed an upgraded mix room with a live room to follow in 2021.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

  • Making space for each instrument
  • Production decisions vs. what sounds best naturally
  • Segmenting the songwriting from the production process
  • Leaning into your musical influences vs. finding your unique sound
  • The importance of headphone mixes
  • Your job as a producer
  • Creating ambiance in your recordings
  • How to shape your reverb/effect tracks
  • Automating compression controls
  • Using saturation to create cohesion
  • Avoiding option-paralysis

To learn more about Nicolas Vernhes, visit: https://www.littleundergroundmanagement.com/nicolas-vernhes

 

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EP 180: Cory Bergeron – Making $100k Selling Audio Services on Fiverr

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Corey Bergeron is a versatile force in the music industry, known for his roles as a Producer, Mixer, and Guitarist. As a pivotal member of the band Locket, signed to Fearless Records, Corey’s guitar skills and stage presence have graced audiences across over 10 different countries.

In addition to his impressive performance career, Corey also holds the esteemed position of Studio Manager and Head Engineer at Pebble Studios. With over a decade of experience under his belt, he has honed his craft in the studio, specializing in writing, producing, and mixing music.

Throughout his illustrious career, Corey has collaborated with a diverse array of artists, amassing an extensive catalog that boasts tens of millions of streams. His proficiency in the studio has earned him a well-deserved reputation as a sought-after producer and mixer.

Outside of his studio and live performance endeavors, Corey shares his expertise with a dedicated following on his YouTube channel, “corybergeronrecordings,” where he imparts valuable insights to over 7,000 subscribers. With an unwavering passion for music and a wealth of experience, Corey Bergeron continues to leave an indelible mark on the music industry.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

  • Being hungry with your career
  • Breaking “rules” with your recordings
  • Not being shy when dialing in settings
  • Selling your services on Fiverr
  • How Cory made over $100k on Fiverr
  • Understanding Fiverr’s algorithm
  • Optimizing your systems for speed & efficiency
  • His systems for client communication and file delivery
  • His process for mix prep
  • Getting big, full snare sounds
  • Picking the right drum samples
  • Using AutoAlign when working on drums

To learn more about Cory Bergeron, visit: https://www.pebblestudios.com/

 

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EP 179: Brad Garcia – Working in Music Publishing

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Brad Garcia is an accomplished musician and storyteller whose career began in 2012 with the alt-rock band Safe to Say. Rising to prominence through albums like ‘With Everything in Between’ and ‘Down in the Dark’, Garcia led the band across international tours and later rebranded as Locket in 2019. His early years, enriched by diverse musical influences in a household filled with genres from country to ’90s grunge, laid the foundation for his dynamic musical journey.

Garcia’s talents extend beyond performance; since 2020, he’s made a mark in the music industry as a composer, songwriter, and producer with Concord. Collaborating with artists across various genres, from Bulow to Felix Snow, he brings stories to life through music. His ability to infuse vulnerability into his compositions connects deeply with audiences, showcasing his flair for creating emotionally compelling music.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

  • Getting into music publishing
  • Diversifying your skillset
  • Creating your musical portfolio
  • Studying music for inspiration
  • Learning to understand the language of clients
  • Creating opportunities to grow your network
  • The value of meeting people in person
  • Taking chances with your music
  • Work-for-hire jobs vs. traditional publishing
  • Getting paid to write songs
  • Writing music that is licensable
  • Dealing with rejection

To learn more about Brad Garcia, visit: https://www.bradxgarcia.com/

 

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EP 178: Cassie Petrey – Marketing Your Music

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Cassie Petrey is the woman behind the world’s most iconic artists’ social media marketing including Backstreet Boys, Camila Cabello, Paramore, Nickelback, and more. Cassie is the co-founder of Crowd Surf, a leading marketing and music management firm. She is an original fan girl whose admiration for the Backstreet Boys at age 12 led her to create a newsletter that reached fans worldwide — then years later she helped seal the band’s decades-long superstardom by re-introducing them to next-generation fans. At age 17 as a college rep for Warner Music Group, Cassie was among the first in the music industry to recognize the vast marketing potential of nascent mid-2000s platforms Myspace and Facebook. Her company Crowd Surf has worked with tech giants Apple and Google, and labels such as Universal, Disney, Sony, Warner and more. Cassie is a Forbes 30 Under 30 and Billboard 30 Under 30 recipient and a leading social media and artist management Hollywood powerhouse.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

  • Thinking of your music career as a business
  • Having a consumer mindset with your music marketing
  • Where to begin with marketing your music
  • How far in advance should you plan your marketing?
  • How to get Spotify to want to promote your music
  • Releasing singles vs. albums
  • What kinds of content you should be creating
  • Which metrics matter
  • How often should you post social media content?
  • What platforms should you use?
  • Should you use scheduling tools?
  • Being an “influencer”
  • When to hire a social media manager

To learn more about Cassie Petrey, visit: https://crowdsurf.net/

 

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