Progressions: Success in the Music Industry

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[TOP of 2023] Music Sync Licensing Ins and Outs | with Ben Morris

20 december 2023 | 59 min

[TOP OF 2023] Creativity, Vision, and Responding to the Music | with Damian Taylor

13 december 2023 | 107 min

BEST OF 2023 REISSUE EDITION

Today’s guest 10 time Grammy nominated music producer, mixing engineer, and songwriter Damian Taylor. Damian has worked with artists such as Bjork, The Killers, Bomba Estéreo, Odette, The Prodigy, and UNKLE. He’s also the founder of The Complete Producer Network, an online hub for people all over the world who are dedicated to improving their ability to create and share extraordinary music. We have a great chat about trusting your creative instincts, recognizing career break points, working with modular templates to boost output, and how music and culture drive human civilization forward.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

Damian's Pro Tools mix template and workflow
Expanding your own mind by learning from your clients
Creating an environment of trust with the people you are working with
Attracting people that are on your wavelength
Taking a permissionless approach to your music career and knowledge learning
Building The Mix Accelerator Process to be the ultimate course about mixing having a mixing career
Adding the mix buss processing later
Making the work the goal will take you further than making the outcome the goal
Inviting your collaborators to influence you
Designing systems that allow your business to run smoothly behind the scenes

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

Committing to the Process

Listen to Damian's first appearance in Episode 2!

🎶 Listening Recommendation 🎶

🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣

"Build" by Tony Fadell
"Deep Work" by Cal Newport
Avantone Mix Cubes
Billy Decker on Progressions Episode 59
Andrew Maury on Progressions Episode 68
Pedro Calloni on Progressions Episode 70

👉 Learn More About Damian Taylor... 👈

Website: https://www.damiantaylor.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hereisdamian/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hereisdamian

Damian's Extended Discography Playlist - Listen

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[TOP OF 2023] The Recording Studio Lifestyle | with Greazy Wil

6 december 2023 | 119 min

BEST OF 2023 REISSUE EDITION

Today’s guest is recording engineer and mixer Wil “Greazy” Anspach. Wil is a veteran in the Los Angeles recording scene with credits including Killer Mike, Vic Mensa, Imagine Dragons, Frank Ocean, X-Ambassadors, The Greatest Showman, and Ariana Grande. He’s also become the defacto “TikTok Engineer” by amassing a following of over 50k people by sharing real world experiences and calling out some of the nonsense on the platform. We have a great chat about what it takes to break into the engineering world, his time coming up at East West Studios, the importance of mentoring and sharing knowledge, where art and psychology meet in the recording process, and why he wants to return to Iraq to help foster music culture there.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

How to be a great tracking engineer
Working at East West Studios
The importance of problem solving
Being thrown into freelance
Mentoring and training assistants
The future of big studios
Unionizing engineers and mixers
Sleeping at the studio
Working for Alex Da Kid
Learning electronics as a kid
Engineering songwriting sessions
Growing an audience on TikTok
Respecting the artist
Recording Killer Mike
Serving in the Marines during the Iraq war

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

Stop Learning and Start Doing

🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶

The Shaggs - Here

Florence + The Machine "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" - Here

🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣

East West Recording Studios - https://www.eastweststudios.com/

That Sounds About Right Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/that-sounds-about-right/id1688042612

👉 Learn More About Wil Anspach... 👈

Website: https://www.wilanspach.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greazywil/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greazywilmusic

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Redefining Success: Three Years of Progressions

4 oktober 2023 | 7 min

What's the Problem? The Importance of Solution-Oriented Thinking in Music

20 september 2023 | 7 min

10 Must-Have Mindsets for Music Professionals

6 september 2023 | 20 min

Music School Survival Guide: 5 Tips for a Successful Journey

30 augusti 2023 | 5 min

Beyond 10,000 Hours: Navigating Your Music Career

23 augusti 2023 | 6 min

Taking Chances with the Mix and Recording Remotely | with Vago Galindo

9 augusti 2023 | 60 min

Mastering Workflows | with Nicholas DiLorenzo

26 juli 2023 | 56 min

Today’s guest Melbourne, Australia based mastering engineer, entrepreneur, YouTube creator, and general all round mad scientist Nicholas Di Lorenzo. This his second time on the show, he was last on the show back in episode 64, if you want to learn more about Nick check that one out. We have a great chat about where AI tools can come in to your audio workflow, when to use clippers vs when to use limiters, work life balance and how that fuels being present in every part of your life, and why Nick goes so deep in this YouTube videos.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

Training your ear
How making YouTube videos taught him the tech behind mastering tools
How FabFilter Pro-L 2 attack actually works
Clipping vs Limiting
Finding work-life balance
Where AI tools fit audio workflows
The importance of carving out time to practice and learn
Ozone Master Assist... good or bad?
How to know if you got a great master back from an engineer
Scaling a YouTube channel as an independent business

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

What Are You Capable Of?

🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣

"The Audio Expert" by Ethan Winer

👉 Learn More About Nicholas DiLorenzo... 👈

Website: https://www.panoramamastering.com.au/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PanoramamasteringAustralia

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How to Fix Your Studio Brand and Work with Artists you LOVE | with Carl Bahner

12 juli 2023 | 57 min

Today’s guest is mixing engineer, music producer, and brand strategist Carl Bahner. Carl has helped countless audio pros and artists from not only the mixing chair, but also as a mentor helping them shape their brands and careers. For Carl’s second appearance on the podcast he shares his wealth of knowledge and experience in attracting ideal clients and elevating your brand communication skills. Uncover strategies to curate a distinct brand that resonates with your target audience, enhances perception, and leads to working on music you are passionate about with artists that you love.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

How to become irresistible to your ideal client
Carl's "Communicating the Care" Branding Course
A brand is NOT a logo
Building a website that makes the visitor the hero of the story
Being careful not to attract the wrong clients
Recognizing the preference of the consumer
How to make yourself the obvious choice to a client
How to find more clients that want to pay your full rate

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

Career Demo-itis

👉 Learn More About Carl Bahner... 👈

Branding Course - Communicating the Care

Website: https://www.carlbahner.com/

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The Recording Studio Lifestyle | with Greazy Wil

28 juni 2023 | 119 min

Today’s guest is recording engineer and mixer Wil “Greazy” Anspach. Wil is a veteran in the Los Angeles recording scene with credits including Killer Mike, Vic Mensa, Imagine Dragons, Frank Ocean, X-Ambassadors, The Greatest Showman, and Ariana Grande. He’s also become the defacto “TikTok Engineer” by amassing a following of over 50k people by sharing real world experiences and calling out some of the nonsense on the platform. We have a great chat about what it takes to break into the engineering world, his time coming up at East West Studios, the importance of mentoring and sharing knowledge, where art and psychology meet in the recording process, and why he wants to return to Iraq to help foster music culture there.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

How to be a great tracking engineer
Working at East West Studios
The importance of problem solving
Being thrown into freelance
Mentoring and training assistants
The future of big studios
Unionizing engineers and mixers
Sleeping at the studio
Working for Alex Da Kid
Learning electronics as a kid
Engineering songwriting sessions
Growing an audience on TikTok
Respecting the artist
Recording Killer Mike
Serving in the Marines during the Iraq war

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

Stop Learning and Start Doing

🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶

The Shaggs - Here

Florence + The Machine "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" - Here

🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣

East West Recording Studios - https://www.eastweststudios.com/

That Sounds About Right Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/that-sounds-about-right/id1688042612

👉 Learn More About Wil Anspach... 👈

Website: https://www.wilanspach.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greazywil/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greazywilmusic

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Scaling Your Creative Business: The Artistpreneur Approach | with Evan Price

14 juni 2023 | 51 min

Today’s guest is artist manager, educator, and entreprenuer Evan Price. He and his team at Artist Collective are on a mission to transform artists into what he calls “artistpreneurs” and help them build a profitable business around their passions. Prior to founding Artist Collective, Evan wore countless hats in the music industry from musician, to promoter, to manager so we’ve got insights for everybody in this one. We covered everything from the “4 Elements Needed to Scale a Creative Business” to why your new song might not be the best “offer” for your audience. We also got into ways that producers and engineers can diversify and stabilize their income, the importance of prioritizing your time, and hot to frame the “story” of the music.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

What is an Artistpreneur?
How to focus on high-value offers in the music industry
Strategies to help connect with audiences emotionally
Turning followers into leads
Music business degrees vs regular business degrees
Monetizing creative skill sets and building a brand around them
Focusing on prioritization
Identifying and targeting superfans for growth
Strategies for diversifying income streams in the audio industry

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

Does Marketing Matter More Than Skills?

🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶

Northlane - Listen

🗣 Mentioned in the Episode 🗣

Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller - Here

👉 Learn More About Evan Price and Artist Collective ... 👈

Website: https://www.artistcollect.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ac_evan/

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Being a Recording Studio Vibe Architect | with Rob Seifert Gage

31 maj 2023 | 68 min

Today’s guest is audio engineer, mixer, producer and front of house engineer Rob Seifert Gage. Rob is the owner and operator of Audio Evidence Mobile, a former police van turned mobile recording studio. He started his career in the Los Angeles scene working at renowned studios such as Paramount, A&M, and Shangri La where he notched credits with artists like Porno for Pyros, Skinny Puppy and Mike Watt. Currently he’s splitting time between running front of house for various venuse and acts, including Wyclef Jean, and bringing the studio to the artist with his mobile truck. We have a great chat about building out his mobile truck, comping and flying vocals on analog tape, how to be great at live sound, and the importance of being in touch with the vibe in the studio.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

Recording the “Reggae on the River” Festival
Comping vocals on analog tape
NS-10s and a Sub
Being the best assistant engineer possible
Tips for running FOH
Staying passionate
Recording stereo direct to vinyl with Doug Sax
The challenge of having repeat clients in the major music cities
Touring with Wyclef Jean

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

Being and Advocate for Yourself

🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶

Green Hit Records - Listen

🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣

SPL Mixdream - https://spl.audio/en/spl-produkt/mixdream/
Eric Thornberg

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audio_evidence_mobile/

Playlist of Rob's Work - Listen

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Music Sync Licensing Ins and Outs | with Ben Morris

17 maj 2023 | 59 min

Stop Waiting For Permission! ...Your Music Career Might Depend On It.

10 maj 2023 | 5 min

Creating Space for Artistry | with Producer John Velasquez

3 maj 2023 | 54 min

How to Set the Right Goals and Transform Your Music Career in 2023

26 april 2023 | 6 min

Building a Career as a Professional Guitarist | with Adam Tressler

19 april 2023 | 68 min

Finding Inspiration and Breaking Patterns | with Composer Roger Neill

5 april 2023 | 56 min

Today’s guest is award winning film and television composer Roger Neill. Roger is best know for his scores for the films “20th Century Women,” “Don’t Think Twice,” “Beginners” and for his work on television series such as Amazon’s “Mozart in the Jungle,” CBS’s “Mom” and the long-running Fox series “King of the Hill.” He’s also worked extensively in the video game world on blockbuster titles such as Assassin’s Creed: Revelations, Borderlands 2, and many others. He holds a PhD from Harvard University, he arranges and orchestrates for recording artists like Beck, Kygo, and Michael Jackson, is a multi-instrumentalist and world music enthusiast. We have a great chat defining the tone of a film, the importance of never being complacent, never tying your self worth as an artist to some one wanting to hire you, and finding inspiration by breaking patterns.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

Composing for film and television
How to write music for video games
Fostering your relationship with music
Developing the sound and tone of a score
Discovering inspiration by breaking patterns
Network with those around you because they are the ones that will hire you later.
Scoring his first film with a small orchestra recorded in a dining hall
Taking advantage of the resources around you while you’re in school
Starting out working for Mike Post
Producing on screen visuals as well as composing for "Mozart in the Jungle"
How video game scores are delivered
Using Synths to match the era of a film
Never being complacent
Outworking people that are technically more talented

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

Action is the Foundation

🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶

Altın Gün - Listen Here

🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣

👉 Learn More About Roger Neill... 👈

Website: http://rogerneill.com/

"Lisztomania" Arrangement from "Mozart in the Jungle" - Listen

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Gender Amplifed: Celebrating Women in Music Production | with Ebonie Smith

22 mars 2023 | 70 min

Today’s guest is music producer, recording engineer, and songwriter Ebonie Smith. Ebonie has been a house engineer for Atlantic Records for 10 years, working on projects for artists like Cardi B, Janelle Monae, Jason Mraz, Charlie Puth, and Misterwives. She is also the founder and President of Gender Amplfied, Inc, a non-profit focused on celebrating women in music production. She holds a Masters in Music Technology from NYU and is currently a governor for the New York Chapter of the Recording Academy. We have a great chat about the mission of Gender Amplified and how it got started, as well as tips for producers running sessions and why it’s important to not always do the same thing.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

The mission of Gender Amplified, Inc.
Connecting women in music as part of her college thesis
Working as a house engineer for Atlantic Records
The choice to pursue music higher education for music
Running a pop session as a producer
Songwriting camps
Method vs Formula
How to identify good advice
The business structure behind Non-Profits and the benefits of making it official
The importance of having eclectic taste

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

Why Taking Risks in Art is Necessary

🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶

Float - Janelle Monae Listen

👉 Learn More About Ebonie Smith & Gender Amplified... 👈

Website: https://genderamplified.org/

Website: http://www.eboniesmith.com/

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Instagram: http://instagram.com/eboniesmithmusic

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The Business of Remote Mastering | with Justin Perkins

8 mars 2023 | 71 min

Today’s guest is Madison, Wisconsin based mastering engineer Justin Perkins. Justin currently works out of his studio Mystery Room Mastering where he has worked on projects for artists such as The Replacements, Jason Mraz, Busta Rhymes, and North Mississippi Allstars, as well as countless independent artists from around the world. He’s also worked at Butch Vig’s Smart Studios, actively played in numerous bands, and written various articles for The Pro Audio Files. We have a great chat about the importance of communication, how to choose a mastering chain, and why relationships still matter more than social media.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

Remote mastering
Choosing a mastering chain
Analog vs Digital mastering
Working at Butch Vig's Smart Studios
Being a self-taught engineer
Matching the limited mix reference
Automations and Project Management
Moving to Milwaukee and starting a mastering business
The importance of communication
Relationships matter!

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

The Tyranny of the Urgent

🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶

The Replacements

The War on Drugs

🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣

Working Class Audio Podcast

Trinnov

Notion

👉 Learn More About Justin Perkins 👈

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mystery_room

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TikTok, Narrative, and Creator Economy 101 for Musicians | with Sam Saideman

22 februari 2023 | 55 min

Today’s guest is music entrepreneur and manager Sam Saideman. Sam is co-founder and CEO of Innovo Management where he and his team specialize and work across, artist management, project management, influencer management, and brand marketing. Currently Innovo manages a roster of creators who have a reach of over 43 million followers on TikTok alone. His forward thinking approach and innovative spirit has helped him carve out a space as one of the most influential thought leaders in today’s creator economy. We have a great chat about staying authentic in your content, the dangers of hustle, culture, how to utilize social media to promote your music, and how TikTok levels the playing field between independent artists and major labels.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

Staying authentic with your short-form content
The importance of a narrative
Building a creator management firm
Brand deal rates and terms for creators
Working at Sony/ATV
The power of collaboration on social media
How TikTok levels the playing field
Running US Artist strategy for OneRPM
Promoting your music with social media
Keeping leverage
Understanding a social platform before posting
The dangers of hustle culture

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

Start a Daily Review Habit!

🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶

Sammy Adams - Listen

👉 Learn More About Sam Saideman... 👈

Website: https://www.innovomanagement.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samthemanager_/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-saideman-b389a480/

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Keeping Yourself in the Music | with Film & Television Composer Pat Irwin

8 februari 2023 | 56 min

Today’s guest is New York based composer and musician Pat Irwin. Pat has spent over four decades pushing the boundaries of popular music with his soundtracks for television shows such as Dexter: New Blood, Nurse Jackie, Bored to Death and scores for animations including Rocko’s Modern Life and Sponge Bob Square Pants. He also performed with the B-52s for twenty years, was a founding member of two New York No Wave bands, The Raybeats and 8 Eyed Spy, and still performs and releases music today with his ambient project SUSS. We chat about letting yourself come through score, working with a live band in the studio, the importance of being able to do your own copy work, hiring people that elevate you, and why the world needs more musicians and artists.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

Working with John Cage
Playing in the B-52s
The early days of MTV
Reasons to use Digital Performer for scoring
Hiring people that elevate you and make you better
Scoring Dexter: New Blood
The New York art seen in the 80s
CBGB and Max's Kansas City
Ambient Country
Scoring cartoons while on the road

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

How the Arts Set You Up for Success in Life

🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶

Richika - Listen
Chuck Johnson - Listen
Clarice Jensen - Listen
Mica Levi - Listen

🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣

👉 Learn More About Pat Irwin 👈

Website: https://patirwinmusic.com/

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Creating a Frictionless Mixing Experience | with Matt Huber

25 januari 2023 | 74 min

Todays guest is Nashville based mix engineer Matt Huber. Matt has become known for his highly competitive pop and indie mixes, racking up credits for artists such as Valley, Betty Who, Nightly, Joan, ELIO, and CRUISR over the last few years. He’s also passionate about education and building community within the mix engineer world. We have a great chat about mixing workflows, Dolby Atmos, home studio builds, being excellent every day, and why it takes more than just the best mix to get the gig.

🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒

The value of the rough mix
The importance of being in the artist's corner
Using tech to over-delivery
The simplicity of a great mix
Being a solution to people's problems
Valuing every mix like it's the biggest mix you've ever done
Dolby Atmos and binaural translation
Using Soundflow to increase workflow speeds
Phasers on the mix buss
Going against your natural inclination

🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙

Time and Our Perception of It

🎶 Matt's Listening Recommendation 🎶

Mooney - Listen on Spotify

🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣

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Creativity, Vision, and Responding to the Music | with Damian Taylor

11 januari 2023 | 107 min

Today’s guest 10 time Grammy nominated music producer, mixing engineer, and songwriter Damian Taylor. Damian has worked with artists such as Bjork, The Killers, Bomba Estéreo, Odette, The Prodigy, and UNKLE. He’s also the founder of The Complete Producer Network, an online hub for people all over the world who are dedicated to improving their ability to create and share extraordinary music. We have a great chat about trusting your creative instincts, recognizing career break points, working with modular templates to boost output, and how music and culture drive human civilization forward.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Damian's Pro Tools mix template and workflow
Expanding your own mind by learning from your clients
Creating an environment of trust with the people you are working with
Attracting people that are on your wavelength
Taking a permissionless approach to your music career and knowledge learning
Building The Mix Accelerator Process to be the ultimate course about mixing having a mixing career
Adding the mix buss processing later
Making the work the goal will take you further than making the outcome the goal
Inviting your collaborators to influence you
Designing systems that allow your business to run smoothly behind the scenes

Travis' Intro: Committing to the Process

Listen to Damian's first appearance in Episode 2!

Damian's Listening Recommendations:

Mentioned in the Interview:

"Build" by Tony Fadell
"Deep Work" by Cal Newport
Avantone Mix Cubes
Billy Decker on Progressions Episode 59
Andrew Maury on Progressions Episode 68
Pedro Calloni on Progressions Episode 70

Learn More About Damian Taylor...

Website: https://www.damiantaylor.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hereisdamian/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hereisdamian

Damian's Extended Discography Playlist - Listen

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Welcome to 2023!

5 januari 2023 | 4 min

ReRelease: Recording Yourself, Being Intentional, and the Permission to Not Know | with Dresage

21 december 2022 | 77 min

This week's guest is Los Angeles based recording artist Dresage. A blend of genres ranging from dreamy synth wave to indie art pop, Dresage is the artist project of producer, songwriter, and composer Keeley Bumford. In addition to releasing her own music she also co-wrote and was the featured vocalist on Jai Wolf's single "Better Apart". Co-scored as well as wrote and performed all the original songs in the Hulu/Blumhouse film "My Valentine," and was featured on Andrew Huang's "4-Producers One Sample" Youtube series. She also has loads sync placements in various shows and ad spots, including Netflix's The Crown and an Apple Watch trailer. We chat about making her latest EP, and how embracing the idea that it's ok to not know everything can empower you to experiment, learn, and ultimately find your creative voice.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Making her Terror Nights / Terror Days EP
Keeping perspective as a self-producing, self-recording artist
Committing to your production because it informs all the decisions that follow
How music fits into TV and Film vs Ads and Trailers
Being intentional about the choice to keep your artist voice and not get lost behind the scenes
Building a community on Discord
Discovering jazz and the Great American Songbook
Attending Berklee College of Music
Building relationships and supporting your collaborators
Shazaam
Taking advantage of opporunities
Working at the Interscope recording studios
Top-lining in the EDM world

Travis' Intro Topic...

How all of your gigs and experiences come together to make you a better creative and person.

Learn More About Dresage...

Check out Terror Nights / Terror Days EP - HERE!

Website: https://www.dresage.la/

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dresagemusic

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Re-Release: Working with Prince, Hyper-Creatives, and the Listener Profile | with Dr. Susan Rogers

7 december 2022 | 61 min

Organic Production, Making Records Fun, and Not Saying "Client" | with Tim O'Sullivan

21 november 2022 | 79 min

Today’s guest is music producer, recording engineer, and mixer Tim O’Sullivan. Tim’s credits include artists such as Chicano Batman, Rayland Baxter, The Head and the Heart, Grace Potter, and Leonard Cohen. His career has involved bouncing around freelancing and working on staff for various producers and at studios such as Capitol and Barefoot Recording. We have a great chat about building studios, the importance of a great headphone mix, wiring for creativity, learning to express your opinion in a way that fits your role, and using unique instruments to inspire the artist.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Things to consider when building a studio
How to wire a studio to encourage creativity
Managing Barefoot Recording
Picking a studio that fits the project
The importance of a great headphone mix
Not being too transactional with clients
Frankenstein Guitars
Working for Undertone Audio in assembly and fabrication
How to get repeat work

Mentioned in the Episode:

Tim's Listening Recommendations:

Travis' Intro: Season 2 Thanks & Wrap Up

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Composing for the Budget, Film Score Session Singing, and a Musical Marriage | with Christopher and Elyse Willis

9 november 2022 | 97 min

Today we’re joined by Emmy nominated film and TV composer Christopher Willis and vocal contractor and session singer Elyse Willis. Chris is best known for his work on HBO’s hit comedy Veep, as well as his score for Armando Iannucci’s film “The Death of Stalin.” One of his most recent projects is “Schmigdoon!” which just started streaming on Apple TV+. Elyse has sung on dozen’s of projects as a session singer including Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, The Lost City, Lightyear, and Spider-Man: No Way Home. She’s also a vocal contractor for several television shows, and is in her fourteenth season singing with the prestigious Los Angeles Master Chorale. We have a great chat about how to get repeat gigs as a composer or singer, composing budgets, union recording sessions, and the importance of knowing when to move on in your career.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

How to get repeat gigs as a vocalist
The overworking and micromanaging mentality of the music industry
Breaking into composition and film scoring in 2023
Musicology
Conquering the blank page
Learning to write for the budget
The importance of being dependable
Working at Hans Zimmer's Remote Control facility
Singing in the LA Master Chorale
Working on projects for streaming services like Netflix and Disney+
Growing up obsessed with Classical music
The rules of union recording sessions
Package & All-In Deals
Sight reading
Composing music for a Disney Parks ride
Composition opportunities for video games

Mentioned in the Episode:

AFM (Musician's Union)
SAG/AFTRA (Singer's Union)
Steven Pressfield - "The War of Art"
Sun Tzu - "The Art of War"

Travis' Intro: Give Your Self Permission

Learn More About Christopher & Elyse...

Chris' Website: www.christopherwilliscomposer.com

Elyse's Website: www.elysewillis.com

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Elyse's Twitter: https://twitter.com/elysemwillis

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Keeping Your Publishing, Great Song Titles, and How to Grab the Attention of Record Labels | with Jason Davis

26 oktober 2022 | 58 min

Today’s guest is hit songwriter turned entrepreneur and music executive Jason Davis. Jason wrote his first #1 song at age 23, which led him to work with artists such as Boyz II Men, Sugar Ray, P. Diddy, Alabama, Lonestar, and Dolly Parton. As an entrepreneur and executive he’s worked as Senior VP of A&R, president of an independent record label, written two books, and executive produced for television. Currently he owns and operates One One 7 and Noble Management. We have a great chat about how to raise the level of inspiration in the room, when a publishing deal is right for you, and how to get noticed by labels and established producers.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

The unexpected ways your songs get heard
Serving others before yourself
Writing hundreds of songs until you get one that feels "right"
Learning when to sign up for PROs
When to keep and when to give up your publishing
Getting the attention of record labels
The power of a unique lyric or title
Planting the seeds of confidence during artist development
Getting excited to work with label executives and moving into artist management
The importance of having a trusted team as an independent artist

Mentioned in the Show:

"This is What it Sounds Like" by Dr. Susan Rogers
Episode 58 with Dr. Susan Rogers - Listen Here

Travis' Intro: Intentions vs Expectations

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/oneone7jason

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Voicing Microphones, Cryogenics, and the School of Experience | with Derek Bargaehr of Vanguard Audio Labs

12 oktober 2022 | 74 min

Today’s guest is engineer, audio technician, and microphone designer Derek Bargaehr. Derek is the the Chief Everything Officer and co-founder of Vanguard Audio Labs. He created Vanguard to give musicians and recording engineers access to great and affordable tools and since then his mics have been added to mic lockers all over the world. We have a great chat about microphone design, understanding your tools, using polar patterns and mic placement to change frequency response, and the difference between studying the theory vs learning by doing.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Voicing Microphones
Not wanting to build clone microphones
Why vintage mics sound different
Reading schematics
Theory vs Execution
Building guitar pedals
Cryogenically freezing components
Noise floor
Using polar pattern and mic placement to adjust frequency response
Building a brand based on word of mouth and guerrilla marketing
Why you should avoid buying new tools until you learn the ones you have
Interning and working for Avantone
Why relationships matter in the music industry
Voice-Overs
Understanding electronics

Mentioned in the Interview:

Flock Audio Patch Bay

Travis' Intro: The School of Experience

Learn More About Derek Bargaehr and Vanguard Audio Labs...

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanguardaudiolabs/

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Music Discovery, Brands and Artists, and Building Better Habits | with Esther Calloway

28 september 2022 | 58 min

Today’s guest is booking agent, entrepreneur, author, and habit coach Esther Calloway. Currently Esther is an Artist Booking Operations Manager for Sofar Sounds as well as the founder of her own booking and talent-buying agency E. Calloway Management. She’s an active member of the Recording Academy Texas Chapter and a business leader in the Dallas area. We chat about what makes a brand and artist a match, routing a successful tour, running your music career like a business, and how to build better habits.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Music talent buying for events and festivals
Data that helps independent artists book more shows
Building your local presence
Touring best practices
Working for Sofar Sounds
The importance of tracking your ticket sales
Being prepared for your opportunities
The importance of an accountability partner
Habit building
What to have on your merch table

Mentioned in the Episode:

"The 61 Day Challenge to Better Habits" by Esther Calloway
"Atomic Habits" by James Clear

Travis' Intro: Sprint Goal Challenge

Learn More About Esther Calloway and SOFAR Sounds...

Website: https://www.ecallowaymanagement.com/

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esther-calloway-55447495

SOFAR Sounds: https://www.sofarsounds.com/

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Mixing in Cubase, Nashville Home Studios, and Holding Yourself Accountable | with Brent Hendrich

14 september 2022 | 64 min

Marketing for Musicians | with Lior Aharoni and Daniel Sander of Feature.FM

7 september 2022 | 60 min

Today’s episode is a special bonus all about marketing for musicians. My guests are Feature.FM CEO and Co-Founder Lior Aharoni and Chief Commercial Officer Daniel Sander. Lior founded Feature.FM in 2013, combining his past technology experience with his passion for helping musicians and creators focus on their art while still building a thriving independent business. Daniel has been with Feature.FM since 2014 and has spent countless hours working with hundreds of artists and marketers to understand their needs and then implement those features into the platform. We chat about pre-release and post-release strategies, the “Evergreen Presave”, how to take advantage of viral moments, and the importance of building community around your music.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

The ideal release plan for independent artists in 2022
The importance of "link in bio" on social media platforms
Building community around your music
Collecting fan information so you can connect with them directly
Pre-Release vs Post-Release strategies
The Metrics & Data that DSPs and A&R use to gauge artist performance
The "Evergreen Presave" Strategy
The rise of short-form video and how musicians can use it to connect with fans
Educating yourself about the tools available to you
The impact of Pre-Saves

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Website: https://feature.fm/

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FeatureFm

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Sonic Contrast, Challenging Your Collaborators, and Trusting your Inner Production Compass | with Andrew Lappin

30 augusti 2022 | 106 min

Today’s guest is music producer, engineer, mixer, and multi-instrumentalist Andrew Lappin. Andrew prides himself on helping artists push boundaries while staying true to themselves. He’s doing that with a mix of major label and independent artists such as L’Rain, Chromeo, Big Red Machine, and STACEY. In addition to that he also composes and produces music for television, film, and radio. We chat about transcending commitment anxiety, creating contrast both musically and sonically, drum recording techniques that will inspire the player, and why it’s as important to know what you want to do as it is to know what you don’t want to do.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Making records always takes compromise
Challenging people with out disempowering them
Understanding when to interject into a performance or idea and when to not
Being Bold
Filling in frequency gaps with different fidelity mics
Working in studios with a historic legacy
The limiter arms race
Sharing a studio space at Sunset Sound with Joe Chiccarelli
Keeping perspective on projects that you producer, engineer, and mix
Not waiting too long to release your music
Comparison is the root of all disenchantment
Being your own biggest critic
The lyric and intent of the song always guides production
Finding a friend you can trust to get you HONEST feedback

Mentioned in the Show:

L'Rain "Fatigue" - Listen
Andrew Bird "Are You Serious" - Listen
Altec Salt Shaker Mic
Roland Space Echo
Joe Chiccarelli
Chris Zane

Travis' Intro: The 85% Rule

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Blockchain Music Investment, Ending Artistic Poverty, and the Power of Practice | with Mark Miller of Labelcoin.io

17 augusti 2022 | 52 min

Today’s guest is musician and music business entrepreneur Mark Miller. Mark is the co-founder and CEO of Labelcoin, a revolutionary Web 3.0 based song exchange that allows fans to invest in the next big song. Mark and his team are working to usher in a new era for the music industry in which artists’ future revenues are brought forward to the present day with the ultimate goal of stamping out artistic poverty. Prior to his work with Labelcoin, Mark spent a decade as a touring recording artist before starting several businesses designed to help artists build their careers, including a national booking agency and a video and photography production company. We have a great chat about creating a blockchain based music investment platform, the importance of marketing for musicians, the difference between an amateur and a professional, and what one of the biggest things holding artists back is.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Utilizing blockchain technology to support musicians
Humility is always the best way forward
Making $120k a year playing college shows and touring
Why most musicians and artists give up
How to value a catalog's future earnings
How blockchain backed song shares could replace producer and mixer points
The importance of welcoming people into your creative process
The difference between an amateur and a professional
A fan's money should go to the artists that they listen to
Branding and marketing for independent artists
Practicing your stage banter
Not living and dying by the numbers
"Free to Focus" by Michael Hyatt (here)

Travis' Intro: Excuses, Procrastination, and Avoidance

Learn More About Mark Miller and Labelcoin...

Website: https://labelcoin.io/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labelcoin/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicallymark

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-miller-563bb512/

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Small Ensemble Recording, Jingle Writing, and the Importance of Understanding Acoustics | with Yuri Lysoivanov

3 augusti 2022 | 70 min

Today’s guest is musician, composer, recording engineer, and educator Yuri Lysoivanov. Yuri is currently a product expert and marketing development specialist at Shure Microphones. Prior to that he was an instructor and the Chair of the Recording Arts Department at Flashpoint Chicago as well as a staff composer for an advertising agency. Along with all of that he actively records, specializing in acoustic ensembles both in studio and on location. We have a great conversation about weighing the cost of higher education in the arts, classical ensemble recording techniques, microphone polar patterns, and what it’s like to work for Shure Microphones.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Working for Shure
Starting out as a classically trained pianist
The importance of talking to the musicians about their music
Recording techniques for small ensemble recording
Working in the advertising world as an in house composer
The cost of higher education
Music licensing vs custom jingles
Being recruited to become an educator during the 2008 recession
Convolution vs Algorithmic reverbs
Microphone polar patterns and frequency response
Embracing being a video creator
The entrepreneurial nature of being a musician

Travis' Intro: The Death of Expertise?!?

Mentioned in the Episode:

Shure MV7

Learn More About Yuri Lysoivanov...

Website: https://www.yurimusic.com/

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Record Labels, A&R, and Always Moving to What's Next | with Tal Oz

20 juli 2022 | 68 min

Today’s guest is manager and independent record label owner Tal Oz. Tal began his career on the engineering side, working at Interscope, where he would eventually transition into A&R. He continued his A&R path at Mom+Pop Music before moving into producer, mixer, and artist management. Some of his current management clients include Doug Schadt, Evan Sutton, and Rob Cohen. He’s also recently co-founded a boutique independent label called Hundred Days. We have a great chat about switching from the recording studio to the record label, 100 hour work weeks, assisting Jimmy Iovine, and the importance of finding the the next thing that excites you.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Working in a hotbed of amazing major label artists
The recording studio is a service business
Seeing the writing on the wall of the future of engineering
Switching into the label side and working as Jimmy Iovine's Assistant
Linn Drum Samples
Understanding record deals, what you get and what you give up
Management for producers and engineers
Learning to read the data
Finding a unique element to define a sound
Scaling as an independent artist
Creating a brand as an engineer or mixer... it's about value
Leaving college to attend Musician's Institute
Engineering for Ron Fair
Stephen Pressfield "The Art of War"
Tiago Forte "Building a Second Brain"
The Defiant Ones documentary

Travis' Intro: Planning for Creativity

Learn More About Tal Oz...

Website: https://talozz.me/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talozz/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/talozz

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Mixing Pop Vocals, Being a Problem Solver, and the Value of Unlearning | with Pedro Calloni

6 juli 2022 | 67 min

Today’s guest is mixing and recording engineer Pedro Calloni. Pedro has recently done mixes for artists such as Gayle, LANY, Sasha Alex Sloan, Chappell Roan, and Joy Oladokun. As well as worked with some of the top music producers in the industry right now such as Dan Nigro and Finneas. We have a great chat about his quick progression from studio runner to label mixer, learning to read a room, the inefficiencies of the record industry, and why it’s more important to aid someone in their musical journey than it is to tell them how it should be done.

Travis' Intro: Navigating Social Media

In this episode we'll dig in on...

How "being a fly on the wall" can go too far
How going on tour to play drums led to getting a mixing break
Identifying what is happening and what needs to happen in order to take something up a notch
The importance of reading a room
Working at The Village in Los Angeles
The various states that a song might be in when it comes to mix
The Mixer's career path vs the Producer's career path
Attending Berklee College of Music
How management brings legitimacy to a mixer
Mixing songs that blew up on TikTok and had to be done immediately
Knowing when it's the time to learn new tools and when it's not
Not being starstruck
Working fast to follow your instinct

Learn More About Pedro Calloni...

Website: https://www.pedrocalloni.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedrocalloni/

Listen to his work HERE

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Dee Kei Waddell: Setting Boundaries, Giving Value, and the Mixing Music Podcast

22 juni 2022 | 81 min

Today’s guest is recording studio owner, mixer, podcast host, and entrepreneur Dee Kei Waddell. Not only has he worked with artists such as Kanye West and The Game, but his podcast Mixing Music, is one of the top shows in the industry. His interests don’t stop with music though. He is also a co-author of three children’s books and a co-founder of LaunchPod Media, a podcast marketing and analytics firm. We have a great chat about the importance of setting boundaries, why he mixes bass first, how to build a personal brand, and why you should make a career out of the things you’d do for free.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Finding the entrepreneurial spirit
Mixing 1000 songs in a year
Hating inefficiency
Music as a form of therapy
Applying the general principles of economics to your music career
There's no such thing as emergencies, people can wait
The importance of giving back and how that can help you grow
Building a personal brand
Shadow testing and advertising
Hacking the algorithm with SEO to increase discoverability
Being a plug-in hipster
The Go Giver
4 Hour Work Week
Atomic Habits

Learn More About Dee Kei Waddell...

Dee Kei Website: https://deekeimixes.com

Mixing Music Podcast: https://mixingmusicpodcast.com

Children's Books: https://deekeiandkayoko.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deekeimixes/

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Andrew Maury: Mixing on Instinct, Feeling the Low End, and Playing the Long Game

8 juni 2022 | 67 min

Today’s guest is music producer and mixing engineer Andrew Maury. Andrew started his career running front of house for Ra Ra Riot before moving full time into the studio. Since then he’s done mixes for artists such as Shawn Mendes, Lizzo, Post Malone, Jeremy Zucker, Coin, and Madi Diaz. As well as production work with Kimbra, Lewis Del Mar, and CRUISR. We have a great chat about how live sound can influence making records, feeling the low end when you mix, how learning can make you worse before it makes you better, and why you should view your career as the long game.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

The importance of collaborating with people you resonate with
Co-Producing and mixing Shawn Mendes "There's Nothing Holdin' Me Back"
Latency when mixing with controllers and plug-ins
Remote mixing and working with notes
Attending Mix with the Masters and studying with Michael Brauer
How the beginner's mind lets you work on instinct
Working with a manager
Feeling the how the low end of a mix hits you
Live Sound vs Studio Sound
Navigating additional production from the mixer's chair
Mixing your own productions
ASC Tube Traps Attack Wall
Soundflow (Affiliate Link)

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Website: http://andrewmaury.net/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aemaury/

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Alex Crescioni: Working in Extremes, Studio Etiquette, and Niching Down into your Passion

25 maj 2022 | 67 min

Today’s guest is Los Angeles based musician, producer, engineer, and mixer Alex Crescioni. Alex currently works out of his studio, Stygian Sound, which is located in the legendary Sound City Center complex. Focusing on heavy and dark genres in the metal world, Alex has worked with artists on Cleopatra Records, Pavement Music, Metal Assault Records, and Nuclear Blast Records as well as collaborated with Meegs Rascon, Chris Collier, and Tim Palmer. We have a great chat about the subgenres of metal, the strategy behind creating a selected discography, niching down to focus on music that you are passionate about, and how being a prepared client brings the best out of everybody involved.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Learning from your failures
Studio etiquette
Having a studio in the Sound City complex
The importance of finding people that will give you their honest opinion
Putting technical metal riffs under the studio microscope
Niching down to make music you love
Studying guitar and recording at Musicians Institute
Classical piano and The Suzuki Method
The art navigating of Los Angeles traffic
Getting a loan and jumping head first into owning a studio
Word of mouth referrals
How marketing can lead to transaction temporary clients
Separation of work and life
DSP guitar amp simulators vs real tube amps
Guitar string guage

Learn More About Alex Crescioni...

Website: https://www.alexcrescioni.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexcrescioni/

Stygian Sound IG: https://www.instagram.com/stygiansound/

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Chris Tabron: Enabling Ideas, Focusing on "Why,” and Learning By Antithesis

11 maj 2022 | 76 min

Today’s guest is Brooklyn based Grammy nominated producer and mixer Chris Tabron. Chris’ credits include names such as The Strokes, Common, Robert Glasper, Battles, Die Antwoord, and Beyonce. He also does remix work under the moniker Madison Avenue Girls, has produced a documentary, and has also recently started a YouTube channel. We chat about how DJing shaped his approach to production, focusing on the “why” behind what you’re doing, and the importance of recognizing when being comfortable might be keeping you from your goals.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

DJing and seeing the effect music has on people
Keeping a "Beginner's Mind"
Technology as a touchstone of access, not a barrier to access
Reading gear manuals
Pushing your assistants to "out grow the job"
Big Studio vs Apprenticing/Mentoring
The was of working with amazing musicians
Underestimating the power of networking early in your career
Going to studios to hang out with friends
Thinking of a discography as a calling card and legacy
Every person is a body of knowledge worth tapping into
Working for Tony Maserati
Guerrilla recording indie bands
Recognizing when opportunities aren't what you expected, but making them what you need.

Learn More About ...

Linktree: https://christabron.com/links

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabnetic/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrp6Va-4r5RkaIF0ARYFS8g

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Host: Travis Ference

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Madelynn Elyse: Organic Fan Growth, TikTok for Artists, and How to Use the Spotify Algorithm

27 april 2022 | 51 min

Today’s guest is Madelynn Eylse, an LA-based musician and the founder of the boutique label services company Shark Attack. Madelynn founded Shark Attack to empower indie artists and to help them navigate the landscape of today’s new and ever changing music industry. Since 2016, Madelynn has coached over 100 artists along their path to being truly independent as well as worked with the major labels. We cover topics like activating the Spotify algorithm, how to grow using TikTok, what a successful ad campaign looks like, and release strategies for new music in 2022.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

The do's and don'ts of playlisting
Release strategies for new music in 2022
Getting a record deal offer and turning it down
Sync licensing as a source of income
Passive streams vs gaining fans
What a good Call to Action looks like
What to spend music marketing dollars on and how
Organic growth metrics to look out for in 2022
Pre-Save vs Pre-Order
Building fans through Tik Tok
Understanding Spotify for Artists
Playlist botting
Social media engagement targets
Disco: Music Management and Sharing Platform (https://disco.ac/)

Learn More About ...

Website: https://www.thisissharkattack.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThisIsSharkAttack/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/thisissharkattk

Medium: https://madelynnelyse.medium.com/

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Blockchain, NFTs, and Web 3.0 for Musicians with Noël Jackson

19 april 2022 | 84 min

Nicholas Di Lorenzo: Loudness with Intention and Mastering the Client Experience

13 april 2022 | 72 min

Stephen Kaye: Score Mixing, Joy of Missing Out, and a Pandemic Orchestra

30 mars 2022 | 60 min

Casey Cavaliere: Having Impact, Good Record Deals, and The Wonder Years

16 mars 2022 | 71 min

Today's guest is musician, producer, mixer, and songwriter Casey Cavaliere. Casey is the guitarist and a founding member of the band The Wonder Years. Over the past 15 years they have toured around world and released six full length albums and two EPs. When he's not on tour or recording with his band, Casey is producing records for other artists, hosting his podcast “The Record Process” and working with artists as a development coach, helping them find their voice and steer their careers. We chat about record deals, always providing value, and the importance of knowing yourself as an artist.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

The founding years of The Wonder Years
Touring post-pandemic
Setting the click to the band, not the band to the click
Navigating record deals
Punk and DIY community support
Refining your taste
Bringing the energy of a live show to the record
Providing value in every situation
Impacting 1 million people
Starting on trombone and then discovering guitar
Traits of a great record label
When niching and specializing works and when it doesn't

Travis' Intro: Providing Value and "The Go Giver"

Learn More About Casey Cavaliere...

Website: http://www.caseycavaliere.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/case_rock/

True Level Studio Website: https://www.truelevelstudio.com/

True Level Studio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truelevelstudio/

The Record Process Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therecordprocess/

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Host: Travis Ference

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Gabe Cowan: Producing Films, Leading Teams, and Building a DAW

2 mars 2022 | 89 min

This week's guest is award winning filmmaker, composer, and entrepreneur Gabe Cowan. Gabe has produced over 20 films, many of which have premiered at the major festivals. Some of his films include SXSW Audience Award winner "Cheap Thrills" as well as "Bad Milo" and "They Call Us Monsters." Before producing movies, Gabe was a multiplatinum recording artist, played in several bands and was signed to Geffen Records. His current focus is as the CEO of Audio Design Desk, where he is working to solve audio for video by creating a streamlined solution to quickly and easily match music and effects with picture in a manner that sparks creativity. We chat about making movies, democratizing cinema quality audio, the challenges of creating a DAW from scratch.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

How Audio Design Desk revolutionizes audio for picture
Creating a DAW that inspires you
Signing to Geffen Records in the mid 90s at age 19
How to pitch your ideas
AI as a musical assistant
Creating a product roadmap
Music as a part of a filmmakers identity
Major label life vs independent life
Encountering people that prioritize money over art
The allure of Hollywood
How scoring a Roger Corman film lead to producing movies
Shooting the first independent film done on a RED Camera
Meeting consumer expectations
Cue sheets
The musical gymnastics of the 80s and early 90s

Travis' Intro: Enjoy the Journey

Learn More About Gabe Cowan and Audio Design Desk...

Website: https://add.app/

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Jason Mendelson: Criminal Justice Reform, Music, and the Entrepreneurial Mindset

24 februari 2022 | 49 min

Today’s guest is musician, songwriter, author and criminal justice reformer Jason Mendelson. Jason currently releases music under the artist name Jace Allen, with all proceeds of his musical career going to benefit various organizations in the criminal justice reform ecosystem. Jason has co-founded two different organizations that help people transition from prison to home with the goal of drastically reducing recidivism rates. Prior to this latest season of his life, Jason has had careers as a start up founder, venture capitalist, lawyer, and professor. We chat about the changes needed in the criminal justice system, how music builds confidence, and why the entrepreneurial mindset applies to much more than just business.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Recognizing and taking advantage of "luck"
Life as an improve
The best model to increase successful returns to home for formerly incarcerated individuals
The United States is the most incarcerated country in the world
Being an underdog guy
Working in criminal justice reform since 2015
Flipping the hierarchy
The importance of resiliency
Leaning on the visible success of others to inspire change in people
Entrepreneurs vs Musicians
Training people in the prison system and how that transforms you
Being thankful for adversity and learning from your failures

Learn More About Jason Mendelson...

Website: https://jaceallenmusic.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaceallen_music

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaceallenmusic/

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Host: Travis Ference

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Paul Fig: Rock ‘n Roll, Sound City, and How to Record Huge Guitars

16 februari 2022 | 66 min

This week’s guest is Los Angeles based producer, engineer, and mixer Paul Fig. Paul is known for being a go to tracking engineer, especially in world of hard rock with credits including AFI, Jerry Cantrell, Slipknot, Rush, Alice in Chains, Bush, and Deftones. He also currently owns and operates the studio Dave’s Room in North Hollywood. We go deep on recording techniques for guitars and vocals, as well as chat about his journey from Sound City to freelancing and the importance of staying two steps ahead of everybody.

In this episode we'll dig in on...

Engineering records that you are producing
Maintaining phase coherence in multi mic guitar recordings
Starting as a runner at Sound City at 32
Working with Jerry Cantrell and Alice in Chains
Songwriting demos in the rock world
Transitioning from being in a band to working in a recording studio
"Riff Mining"
Taking over Dave's Room studio
SM57 secrets
Recording vocals with two mics at once
Having music in Sonic Highways
Desert island guitars
Being part of a studio family
Making records and making library music
Intonation and guitar doubling

Travis' Intro: Planning Tomorrow

Learn More About Paul Fig and Dave's Room...

Website: https://paulfigmusic.com/

Dave's Room: http://www.davesroom.net/

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Billy Decker: The Power of Specializing and How to Mix Fast Using Templates

2 februari 2022 | 56 min

This week’s guest is Nashville based mixing engineer Billy Decker. Billy is most known for mixing a lot of hits, and mixing them fast. His credits include 16 Billboard #1's and artists such as Sam Hunt, Chris Young, Rodney Atkins, and Cassadee Pope. In the studio he works very quickly, finishing mixes in about an hour. He’s written a book about his process called "Template Mixing and Mastering" and has also done a course for Pro Mix Academy on the same topic. We chat about the “how” and “why” of working fast, the importance of superior customer service, and the advantages of specializing.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

The "Why" for working fast
Mixing with Templates
How specializing can work in your favor
Understanding your pricing and your hourly
Being a signed songwriter and then becoming an engineer
Choosing a "great hang" or superior customer service over raw engineering ability
Nashville songwriting demo studios
Producers now vs producer 20 years ago
Delivering quality from home studios
Using drum samples
Work-Life Balance
The importance of having interests outside the studio
Taking the time to save templates for everything you do

Learn More About Billy Decker...

Check out his book "Template Mixing and Mastering" HERE

Check out the Pro Mix Academy course HERE

Website: http://www.billydecker.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deckerboards/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billy.decker.353

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Host: Travis Ference

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Audio Restoration: Stephen Boyd

Theme Music: inter.ference

Dr. Susan Rogers: Working with Prince, Hyper-Creatives, and the Listener Profile

19 januari 2022 | 61 min

Carl Bahner: Outreach, Input vs Output, and Communicating the Care

5 januari 2022 | 83 min

This week’s guest is producer and mixer Carl Bahner. Carl has mastered the art of working remotely, having worked with artists in 16 countries. His credits include artists such as Transviolet, St Lucia, Joywave, and Hippo Campus. Prior to working full time behind the glass Carl toured all over North America and the UK playing drums for the band Cheerleader. In addition to all that, he coaches fellow engineers and producers on how to build client rosters full of music they are passionate about and hosts a music business podcast that promotes self-reflection and proactivity. We have a great chat about input vs output goals, narrowing your target audience, and the importance of making decision based on passion.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Work ethic and determination
Asking yourself "Why is this important to me" before taking a gig
The musician hustle: Gigs, sessions, lessons
Building a studio
Caring why you press a button, not what the button does
Knowing when to use your music theory and when to not
Positioning yourself for success
Setting aside time for client outreach
Learning to do remixes by passing time on the tour bus
Remote assistants and delegation
Earning and deserving word of mouth

Learn More About Carl Bahner...

Website: https://www.carlbahner.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlbahner/

Listen to Carl's "Thanks for Thinking" podcast HERE!

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Ben Wallick: Podcasting, Staying True to You, and Just Starting

15 december 2021 | 76 min

This week's guest is producer, mixer, podcaster, and musician Ben Wallick. Ben is currently based out of Jerusalem, Israel where he has worked with an array of talented acts in both the studio and on the stage. Before the pandemic, Ben was most recently handling bass duties on tour for artist Alex Clare in Israel and throughout Eastern Europe. Ben is also the creator and host of Secret Sonics, a podcast where he interviews a wide range of producers and audio engineers. We have a great chat about embracing delegation, fighting perfectionism, and how starting our podcasts plays into our music careers.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Embracing delegation
Take aways from talk to over 100 producers and engineers on Secret Sonics
Bass playing as a bridge between harmony rhythm
Avoiding a perfectionism mindset as you charge more for a job
Building community in the digital realm
Being a self-taught producer and engineer
Essentialism
Growing up in New York City and moving to Israel
Starting and managing a successful wedding band
Branching out from a smaller music scene and out into the broader world

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Website: https://www.benwallick.com/

Instagram: https://www.benwallick.com/podcast

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Manon Grandjean: Mastering Your Own Mixes and Recording Like There's No Demo

1 december 2021 | 69 min

This week's guest is London based mixer and mastering engineer Manon Grandjean. Manon has spent much of her time lately working with UK chart topping grime and hiphop artists such as Stormzy, Dave, Fredo, and AJ Tracey. Some of her other credits include London Grammar, Craig David, Birdy, and Nao. In 2017 she was named "Breakthrough Engineer of the Year" by the Music Producers Guild and then followed that with "Recording Engineer of the Year" in 2018. We chat about freelancing in London, realizing the power of templates, and how career perfectionism is different from project perfectionism.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

How smaller budgets change the way young engineers learn to record
Mastering your own mixes
Career spanning perfectionism vs project based perfectionism
Freelance engineering and assisting at multiple studios to pay the bills
Picking a good manager that is on the same page as you
Realizing the power of having a recording template
Being classically trained on guitar and harp growing up
Growing up interested in science and discovering recording as the combination of music and science
The importance of having a setup that is ready to go at all times
Winning Breakthrough Engineer of the Year
Transitioning from engineering to mixing
Always pushing yourself and learning

Learn More About Manon Grandjean...

Website: https://www.manongrandjean.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandjeanmanon/

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Guy Massey: Immersive Audio, U67s, Working at Abbey Road, and The Beatles

17 november 2021 | 68 min

This week's guest is London based producer, engineer, and mixer Guy Massey. Guy is a Grammy and Music Producer Guild award winner that came up through the legendary Abbey Road Studios. He’s worked on projects for artists such as Ed Sheeran, Kylie Minogue, Ajimal, Ray Davies, Spiritualized, and The Beatles. He's also been involved in movie soundtracks such as "Yesterday" and "Rocket Man" as well as various other projects. We have a chat about the future of immersive audio, the importance of making mistakes on your own time, and why if you want to get great at something you have to enjoy it.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Being inspired to be the best you can by the history of the studio you're working in
Locking up multiple tape machines for film sessions
Working on Beatles Remasters
Defining success as having a quiet confidence
Coming up through the legendary Abbey Road
U67s on everything!
Reamping things in studio to use as ambience for 5.1 Surround mixes
Dolby Atmos and the future of immersive audio
Everything is in service to the song
Learning to make things sound as good as possible with a limited palette
Casting your influences wide and listen to A LOT of music.
Comparing vintage mics and picking the best parts.
Going freelance to work on the opportunities you are passionate about

Learn More About Guy Massey...

Website: www.guymmassey.co.uk

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yugyessam/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/guy_massey

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Dresage: Recording Yourself, Being Intentional, and the Permission to Not Know

3 november 2021 | 76 min

This week's guest is Los Angeles based artist Dresage. A blend of genres ranging from dreamy synth wave to indie art pop, Dresage is the artist project of producer, songwriter, and composer Keeley Bumford. In addition to releasing her own music she also co-wrote and was the featured vocalist on Jai Wolf's single "Better Apart". Co-scored as well as wrote and performed all the original songs in the Hulu/Blumhouse film "My Valentine," and was featured on Andrew Huang's "4-Producers One Sample" Youtube series. She also has loads sync placements in various shows and ad spots, including Netflix's The Crown and an Apple Watch trailer. We chat about making her latest EP, and how embracing the idea that it's ok to not know everything can empower you to experiment, learn, and ultimately find your creative voice.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Making her Terror Nights / Terror Days EP
Keeping perspective as a self-producing, self-recording artist
Committing to your production because it informs all the decisions that follow
How music fits into TV and Film vs Ads and Trailers
Being intentional about the choice to keep your artist voice and not get lost behind the scenes
Building a community on Discord
Discovering jazz and the Great American Songbook
Attending Berklee College of Music
Building relationships and supporting your collaborators
Shazaam
Taking advantage of opporunities
Working at the Interscope recording studios
Top-lining in the EDM world

Travis' Intro Topic...

How all of your gigs and experiences come together to make you a better creative and person.

Learn More About Dresage...

Check out Terror Nights / Terror Days EP - HERE!

Website: https://www.dresage.la/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dresagemusic

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dresagemusic

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dresagemusic

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Shoshana Bean: Leaning into Your Fear, Broadway, and Being Authentic (REISSUE EDITION - NEW INTRO!)

27 oktober 2021 | 58 min

The Credit Initiative: Prologue

20 oktober 2021 | 15 min

Bill Appleberry: Teamwork, Opportunity, and the 5 P's of Preparation (REISSUE EDITION - NEW INTRO!)

13 oktober 2021 | 73 min

Five Things a Mix Engineer Learned From One Year of Podcasting

29 september 2021 | 23 min

David Cook: Jazz Piano, Pop World Tours, and Never Leaving Any Musical Doubt

22 september 2021 | 70 min

Evren Göknar: Communicating Clearly, Personal Advocacy, and Major Label Mastering

15 september 2021 | 66 min

Nik Hughes: Building Fans, the Eco-System of Music, and How to Audition

8 september 2021 | 79 min

This week's guest is drummer, percussionist, and manager Nik Hughes. Nik is a member of the band Youngblood Hawke, who burst on the scene with their platinum hit "We Come Running." He's also currently playing drums for Bush and in the past he's recorded or toured with artists such as Andy Grammer, Bishop Briggs, Puddle of Mudd, Emily Osment, and many more. Along with all of his playing experience he's also worked on the business side of music, working in management and also briefly holding a label position at Big Deal Music. We chat about releasing music, the importance of supporting each other, and how to audition.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Being in Youngblood Hawke
Safe touring
Reading between the lines on auditions
Playing in Bush
Understanding the label side as an artist
Always learning new skills
Transitioning into management and business
Recording drums last
Jazz drumming influencing rock drummers
Label services
Playlisting
Building long lasting friendships with other bands
Knowing who you are as an artist
Playing with Bishop Briggs
Dealing with record labels

Learn More About Nik Hughes...

Website: http://www.nikhughesdrum.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhughesdrum/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nik.hughes.7/

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Matt Boudreau: Working Class Audio, Finances for Musicians, and Why Relationships Matter

1 september 2021 | 82 min

This week's guest is mixing and mastering engineer, drummer, and podcast host Matt Boudreau. Matt started his 35 year career in the music industry as a drummer, but turned to the studio world after being inspired by sessions with producers like Joe Chiccarelli and Gil Norton. Since then he's worked on tons of records, as well as owned and operated multiple studios. In 2014 he started his podcast, Working Class Audio, which rapidly became one of the most popular podcasts in the audio industry. We chat about the inspiration behind his show, being financially diversified, and the importance of being a good person and building great relationships.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Playing in bands until falling in love with the studio
Starting the Working Class Audio podcast
Having the right manager
Diversifying your income as an audio professional
The cost of keeping up with technology
Being an advocate for yourself
Taking over a Bill Putnam built studio in San Francisco
Why relationships matter
Taking a loan out to buy an early Pro Tools rig
Mastering the basics of money
Mentally recovering from failed ventures
Building a Dolby Atmos room
Being a good person
The dangers of the instant gratification of social media
Using drum samples

Learn More About Matt Boudreau and Working Class Audio...

Website: https://www.mattboudreau.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt_boudreau/

Working Class Audio: https://www.workingclassaudio.com/

WCA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/working_class_audio/

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Todd Burke: Gain Structure, Being Committed, and Digging in the Tape Vault

25 augusti 2021 | 77 min

This week's guest is veteran recording engineer and score mixer Todd Burke. As a score mixer he's worked on movies such as The Big Sick, The King of Staten Island, Daddy's Home 2, and Donnie Darko. On the record side of things his credits include names like Fitz and the Tantrums, M83, The Kooks, Ben Harper, and The Temper Trap, among many others. Todd's also recently banded together with several other engineers to launch a platform to share their experience with the next generation of engineers and producers. We have a great chat about being self taught, launching recordBetter, and being committed to decisions.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Teaching yourself to be an engineer by going through the tape vault
Giving back and sharing knowledge
Filling the seat differently for every project
Committing and making decisions
Moving to LA after high school and sleeping at the studio
Recording to analog tape
Working at Grandmaster Recorders
Transitioning from records to film
Records happen on the other side of the glass
Working in Dolby Atmos
Launching recordBetter
Recording music for film vs recording for records
Working with the Kooks
Always having fun
Capturing the magic of a band in the room
Working with Slyvia Massey

Learn More About Todd Burke...

Website: https://toddburke.tumblr.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddburke/

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recordBetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recordbetter/

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Shelby Kennedy: Move to the Void, PROs, and Using the Full Toolbox

18 augusti 2021 | 68 min

Gab Strum: Empower the Artist, Being DIY, and Japanese Wallpaper

11 augusti 2021 | 79 min

This week's guest is producer, songwriter, and recording artist Gab Strum. Gab releases music under the moniker Japanese Wallpaper, as well as writes and produces for other artists. Based out of Melbourne, Australia, he's found success on Triple J radio with several of his tracks as well as some of his productions. Including "Forces" featuring Airling and "In Motion" by Allday. His latest album "Glow" came out at the end of 2019 and has been followed up by a slew of new singles over the last year. We have a great chat about the artist's perspective of a mix, touring, and defining success in a way that fits your path.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Getting back the first mix
The Suzuki Method and ear training
Dealing with imposter syndrome
Triple J radio
Supporting an artist's vision, instead of telling them what their vision should be
Defining success in way that fits your path
Record labels and avoiding making decisions via committee
The Australian music scene vs American music scene
The duality of a musically and technically great mix
Building relationships on the touring circuit
Handling your own playback during tour
Protecting your hearing
The importance of a great monitor and FOH team.

Learn More About Gab Strum and Japanese Wallpaper...

Website: https://gabstrum.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabstrum/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/japanesewallpaper/

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Guest: Gab Strum (Japanese Wallpaper)

Host: Travis Ference

Editor: Travis Ference

Theme Music: inter.ference

Corey Schreppel: Mixing for Broadcast, Quality of Life, and Podcasts

4 augusti 2021 | 69 min

This week's guest, Corey Schreppel, is an engineer and mixer specializing in podcast and broadcast production. Currently he is on the audio team for The New York Times, where he works on many of the narrative shows as well as their flagship show "The Daily." Prior to that he was the Technical Director for Minnesota Public Radio and American Public Media. Along with his decade of broadcast experience he's also worked extensively in the classical recording space as an engineer for the New England Conservatory of Music. We have a great chat about mixing live broadcasts, empowering your coworkers, and the importance of quality of life.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Mixing Live to 2
Working the board the night Prince died
Getting repetitions to master your craft
Learning to capture an ensemble as the sum of all it's parts
Workflow and systems design
Remote collaboration, Pro Tools, and Dropbox
Quality of Life
Podcastings
Working for the New York Times
Recording in an old bank converted to a recording studio
Audio of IP Codecs
Recording classical ensembles at New England Conservatory or Music
Mixing live broadcast shows
Creative storytelling
Clock based radio broadcasts

Learn More About Corey Schreppel...

Website: https://coreyschreppel.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coreyschreppel/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/coreyschreppel

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreyschreppel/

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Guest: Corey Schreppel

Host: Travis Ference

Editor: Travis Ference

Theme Music: inter.ference

Eric Boulanger: Musical Mastering, Professional Violin, and How to Monitor

28 juli 2021 | 70 min

Morgan Kibby: Seasons of "Yes", Attending the Sundance Lab, and M83

21 juli 2021 | 62 min

This week's guest is composer, producer, and recording artist Morgan Kibby. Morgan spent seven years as a member of the band M83, during which time she played, wrote, and sang on two albums, including the Grammy nominated "Hurry Up, We're Dreaming." Since leaving the band, Morgan has contributed songwriting and production for artists such as Panic at the Disco, Harry Styles, and Lady Gaga. She also releases her own music under the moniker White Sea, including remixes for tracks by Lorde and the Weeknd, as well as trailers for movies such as "Harry Potter". In 2015 Morgan shifted her focus to scoring and since has done projects for Amazon, Netflix, and Hulu. We chat about balancing your passions, shifting focus mid career, defining success, and having seasons of "yes" in your career.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Playing and touring with M83
Thriving on collaboration
The journey to find your voice as an artist
Headlining the Hollywood Bowl
Scoring a film with before it was filmed
Not chasing what you think people want to hear
The mental and physical toll of touring
The importance of studying what fascinates you
Synths don't always have to be "80s"
How music theory comes into play
Being selective of what you work on
Attending the Sundance Lab
Canne Film Festival
Surrounding yourself with people you trust
Always learning

Learn More About Morgan Kibby...

Website: https://www.morgankibby.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiteseamusic/

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Cyrus Reynolds: Compositional Improvisation, Classical Music, and the Importance of Goal Flexibility

14 juli 2021 | 71 min

This week's guest is composer, recording artist, and sound designer Cyrus Reynolds. A classically trained musician from London's Royal Academy of Music, Cyrus has had success not only with his own music, but also in the world of trailer music. He has collaborated with artists such as Bon Iver’s S. Carey and Novo Amor and contributed sound design to artists likes Kanye West and Change the Rapper. He's also done work with Output, helping design instruments for them such as Exhale and Arcade. We have a great chat about his unique blend of cinematic orchestra with modern songwriting, how recording techniques influence creativity, and why following your passion or interests will always lead you to the most fulfilling version of your career.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Goal flexibility
Coming from a classical music background
Experimenting and trying to move the needle
Funding your own orchestra recording
Finishing parts on the plane on the way to Abbey Road
Using AI and randomization parameters to recreate human tendencies
Creating plug-ins for Output
Collaborating with other artists
Writing trailer music
Tuning systems and tuning relative to the music

Learn More About Cyrus Reynolds...

Website: https://www.cyrusreynoldsmusic.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_reynolds/

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Guest: Cyrus Reynolds

Host: Travis Ference

Editor: Travis Ference

Audio Restoration: Dan Viafore

Theme Music: inter.ference

Ryan David Adams: Broadcast Specs, Dealing with Visas, and Mixing for Television

7 juli 2021 | 76 min

Chris Graham: Finding Your Niche, Growth Via Systems, and Answering the Call

30 juni 2021 | 65 min

Aberrant DSP: Deviating from the Norm, Coding, and Creating Sketch Cassette

23 juni 2021 | 50 min

Thom Monahan: Sonic Explorations, Scripted Podcasts, and Why Everything Matters

16 juni 2021 | 68 min

Today's guest is producer, engineer, and musician Thom Monahan. Thom spent the first 15 years of his career as a touring musician before transitioning to working behind the glass. Since then he has worked with artists such as Neko Case, Fruit Bats, Stevie Nicks, Vetiver, and Medicine. He's also done work as a composer, doing scores for nearly a dozen documentaries, and several podcasts and web-series. Most recently he has taken his passion for music and creative sound design into the podcast world with his work with Treefort. We have a great chat about reducing creative friction, working on projects you are passionate about, and the future of scripted podcasts.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Reducing creative friction
The new digital nature of collaboration
Capturing the magic of a band in the room
Making microphones out of a boombox
Editing as a form of production
The future of scripted podcasts
Learning from everybody around you
Understanding the format you are writing music for
Tape Edits
Keeping perspective when doing a "money gig"
Committing to yourself and your vision

Learn More About Thom Monahan...

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thommonahan/

Listen to "Killing Hollywood: The Cotton Club Murder" Here

Treefort: https://www.treefort.fm/

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Host: Travis Ference

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Theme Music: inter.ference

DAVIS: Being Left of Center, Writing Hooks, and Staying Fulfilled

9 juni 2021 | 69 min

Steve Genewick: Capitol Studios, Being Prepared, and Mixing Music for Dolby Atmos

2 juni 2021 | 51 min

Joseph Thompson: Language, Meta-Performance, and What You are Capable Of

26 maj 2021 | 46 min

Kavi Halemane: Radio, Building Relationships, and All Things Digital Music

19 maj 2021 | 66 min

Mike Patti: Finding Balance, Defining Success, and Running Cinesamples

12 maj 2021 | 56 min

I Am Snow Angel: Finding Your Sound, Being Confident, and Creating Without Limits

5 maj 2021 | 59 min

Trivers Myers Music: Improvising, Quick Response, and Creating Opportunity

28 april 2021 | 71 min

Ian Sefchick: Cutting Vinyl, Shaping Sound, and the Magic Death Eye

21 april 2021 | 52 min

Attom: Remixing Hits, Committing to Creativity, and Growing an Organic Fanbase

14 april 2021 | 53 min

Bill Appleberry: Teamwork, Opportunity, and the 5 P's of Preparation

7 april 2021 | 74 min

Travis Ference: Live Six Month Anniversary AMA Episode

31 mars 2021 | 89 min

Jerimaya Grabher: Being Proactive, Connecting the Dots, and Working with People You Believe In

24 mars 2021 | 56 min

Matt Lange: Organized Chaos, Trailer Music, and Having a Conversation with Music

17 mars 2021 | 63 min

Dave Green: A Song a Day, Landing Syncs, and Finishing Every Idea

10 mars 2021 | 53 min

Chris Gear: Tinkering with Sound, Working with Intention, and Showing Up

3 mars 2021 | 73 min

Jesse String: Good Vibes, Never Cracking, and Turning Pro

24 februari 2021 | 66 min

Ian Dowling: Creative Flow State, Starting a Label, and When Art Becomes Art

17 februari 2021 | 94 min

Today’s guest is Grammy award winning engineer, mixer, producer, and songwriter Ian Dowling. Ian is based out of the UK and has worked on an uncountable number of gold and platinum records for artists such as Adele, Kasabian, KT Tunstall, and Catfish and the Bottlemen. He does composition work for various television and radio clients, runs two record labels, At Swim Music and Punch Up Records, mentors young engineers, and has a podcast. We have a great chat about removing creative obstacles, listening to what the song wants, AI engineering, hitting the flow state, and when art becomes art.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Hitting your creative flow state
Removing all creative barriers in the studio
Learning to filter the important from the unimportant
Starting a record label
Working with Adele
How a lack of options can inspire decision making
Beating burnout
DJing and getting into techno
Finding label signings on Submit Hub
The song is always greater than the technical side

Learn More About Ian Dowling...

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamdowling/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamdowling

Website: www.iandowling.co.uk

Learn More About At Swim Music...

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atswimmusic/

Website: www.at-swim.com

Bandcamp: atswimlabel.bandcamp.com

Learn More About Punch Up Records...

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/punchuprecords/

Website: www.punchuprecords.com

Bandcamp: punchuprecords.bandcamp.com

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Credits:

Guest: Ian Dowling

Host: Travis Ference

Editor: Travis Ference

Theme Music: inter.ference

Charles Burchell: Diplomacy, the Illusion of Perfection, and Paying it Forward

10 februari 2021 | 73 min

Today’s guest is multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer, and educator Charles Burchell. As a producer and musician Charles has worked with artists such as Talib Kweli, Christian Scott, and Braxton Cook as well as his own project The Love Experiment. On the educational side, he has taken his experience as a graduate of both New England Conservatory and Harvard and worked to design various programs for both online and traditional institutions. In addition to all of that he also has a label with Splice Sounds and works as a musical diplomat traveling to different countries representing the United States. We have a great conversation about goals, self-discipline, fighting perfection, and why success is circumstantial but dependent on planning.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Turning your dreams into goals and steps
Making Splice sample packs
The key to success is self-discipline
Traveling the world making cultural exchanges
The flaws of education
Giving back is part of the musician's way
Honoring the dreams of the kid inside yourself
Fundraising and supporting issues with your music
Sample pack royalties
New Orleans Second Line
The ultimate college town: Boston

Learn More About Charles Burchell...

Charles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blvkbeats/

Love Experiment Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveexperiment/

LEX Sounds Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lex.sounds/

Sample Pack Label: https://splice.com/sounds/lex-sounds

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Listen to Karnival Kid Here

Carnegie Hall Online Course for Kids Here

Soundfly Online Production Course: Here

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Guest: Charles Burchell

Host: Travis Ference

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Theme Music: inter.ference

Maurizio Borgna: Translating Emotion, Checking Your Ego, and Moving Faders

3 februari 2021 | 51 min

Will Hatton: Lo-Fi, YouTube, and Being Consistent

27 januari 2021 | 66 min

Today’s guest is London based producer, composer, session musician, and sound designer Will Hatton. Will’s main focus is producing and releasing music under the moniker Hush Child, but he’s got an array of other things on his plate as well. He composes for and works with various creative agencies, streams life lo-fi performances, and curates an educational YouTube series called “Inspired By...”. We have a great conversation about staying focused, scheduling your time, reflecting on your results, and stepping up to the plate for your endeavors.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Reflecting on your process
Fiercely defending and managing your time
The dangers of taking feedback too literally
Keeping yourself accountable
YouTube and the future of learning
The path of the modern musician
Going against the dated structure of education
Staying ahead of social media trends
Being a session musician from a young age
From metal to hip hop
Multiple streams of income and managing finances
Always learning
Structuring your day and scheduling
Running a studio in Brick Lane

Learn More About Will Hatton...

"Inspired By... " YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/willhatton

Instagram - https://instagram.com/thewillhatton

Website - www.willhattonmusic.com

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Guest: Will Hatton

Host: Travis Ference

Editor: Travis Ference

Theme Music: inter.ference

Martin Cooke: Career Arc, Logistics, and Understanding How to Listen

20 januari 2021 | 70 min

Noël Jackson: Integrity, Detroit Techno, and the Early Internet

13 januari 2021 | 77 min

Ian Kagey: Remodeling a Classic Studio, Learning to Teach, and the Importance of Problem Solving

6 januari 2021 | 61 min

This week's guest is Ian Kagey, the Director of Operations for Power Station NYC, a historic and classic recording studio in the heart of NYC now currently run by Berklee College of Music. The mix of skills that Ian learned working as both a studio tech and a traditional engineer set him up for where his career journey would take him later. His career has taken him all the way to Valencia, Spain where he worked as an instructor for Berklee and then back to New York to manage and oversee the update of Power Station. We have a great chat about the importance of problem solving, keeping in touch with your network, knowing when you're the right person for a job, and being thankful to get to work in music everyday.

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Rebuilding a classic studio
Creating a new business model for recording studios
Not staying past your expiration date
The importance of problem solving
Etiquette and attention to detail
Dropping everything and moving to Spain
Starting out in NYC
Working as a technician and an assistant

Learn More About Ian Kagey and Power Station...

Power Station Website: https://powerstation.nyc/

Berklee NYC Website: https://nyc.berklee.edu/

Ian Kagey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iankagey/

Power Station Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerstationatberkleenyc/

Berklee NYC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berkleenyc/

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Guest: Ian Kagey

Host: Travis Ference

Editor: Travis Ference

Theme Music: inter.ference

Andrew Johnson: Anticipating Notes, Ghostwriting, and Impressing Your Audience Before Your Peers

30 december 2020 | 85 min

Fernando Lodeiro: Over-Delivering, Gear Manuals, and the Importance of Staying in Touch

23 december 2020 | 37 min

Brian Zarlenga: Marketing Your Music as a Product, Setting Milestones, and Staying True to the Brand

16 december 2020 | 63 min

Corey Britz: Living Anti-Luck, the Art of Restraint, and Touring the World

9 december 2020 | 78 min

Jesse Ray Ernster: Mixing Remote, Teamwork, and Living the California Dream

2 december 2020 | 57 min

Dan Johnson: Preserving Music History, Analog Tape, and 90s No Sleep Studio Life

25 november 2020 | 34 min

Erin Barra: LifeLong Learning, Creating Musical Moments from Chaos, and the Anti-To Do List

18 november 2020 | 54 min

Wayne G Miller: Clarity in Choice, Scarcity Mindset, and Why the Song Always Wins

11 november 2020 | 67 min

Cameron Lister: Earning Trust, Taping Jam Bands, and Never Letting Pride Outweigh Hard Work

4 november 2020 | 52 min

Shoshana Bean: Leaning into Your Fear, Broadway, and Being Authentic

28 oktober 2020 | 56 min

Keith Jeffery: Viral Success, Finding Great Collaborators, and Atlas Genius

21 oktober 2020 | 41 min

Damian Taylor: Precision Editing, Building Community, and Where Productivity Intersects Creativity

14 oktober 2020 | 61 min

Our guest this week is six time Grammy nominated producer, mixer, programmer, songwriter, and all round good human Damian Taylor. Damian found himself in heavy demand early in his career after becoming one of the first masters of audio editing and automation within DAWs. His career has taken him around the global and his discography is filled with household names such as The Prodigy, Arcade Fire, The Killers, Temper Trap, and Bjork. In addition to his daily mixing and production projects, Damian has also recently started streaming production sessions live on Twitch, and has launched a social network for producers, engineers, musicians and music creatives called The Complete Producer Network.

Travis' Intro: Deep Work

In this episode, we'll dig in on...

Encouraging community and sharing knowledge
The intersection of productivity and creativity
How relocation can help redirect your career
Re-thinking your approach to the internet
Starting his career in London and working out of Strongroom Studios
The power of constantly learning
The Complete Producer Network
Making records on six of the seven continents
Pro Tools chops

Mentioned in the Episode:

"Deep Work" by Cal Newport - Here
"Getting Things Done" by David Allen - Here
"The Talent Code" by Daniel Coyle - Here
Toggl Software Time Tracker - Link

Learn More About Damian...

Website: http://www.damiantaylor.com/

Twitch TV: https://www.twitch.tv/hereisdamian

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hereisdamian/

Check out a Spotify playlist of his work here!

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