When it comes to recording rock guitars, I have to say that I believe that less is more. In terms of the recording aspect, I should preface this by stating that I’m largely referring to distorted rock rhythm guitars, as opposed to lead guitar. It’s become a modern trend to capture countless versions of the…
Whether you are planning to record, mix or master, setting up a home studio definitely takes some thought. I would like to provide you with a brief overview of some the essential pieces of kit to help you get going with your home studio. *PREFACE: I’m making the assumption that you already have a computer…
Song remixes have become a regular addition to music releases nowadays, so with this month’s article, we are delving into the world of remixes. The idea is to provide you with some basic concepts, historical context and give you some pointers on how to approach remixing. What is a remix? A remix by modern standards…
Project management probably doesn’t sound like the most creative musical topic on the surface, however is something that can be very useful if you’re overseeing or coordination your own music production. The following points outline some general considerations and workflows to consider when implementing project management into your productions to help maximise your efficient and…
Music producers often conjure images of a mystical figure that floats in and out of a recording studio, makes random appearances in music videos. In modern days, it includes images of a non-descript character hiding behind a synth or a set of DJ decks. The reality is the role of the music producer is often…
Welcome to the first blog entry of 2019! I’m excited to present this month’s article both in written format and with the included video (scroll down for link to video). My aim is to include regular video updates (at this stage on a monthly basis and via both YouTube and IGTV) and I’m happy to…
CLICK HERE to listen to “I.G.Y.” on Spotify Released in 1982 and still widely considered an audiophile reference album, “The Nightfly” by Donald Fagen is a sure-fire classic. In this month’s article, I am focusing on track 1, the notable “I.G.Y.”. The song really sets the tone for the album and is both sonically and…
A great vocal recording is composed of a number of important factors and techniques. The method by which each of these individual techniques is implemented determines the quality of the end result. Paying close attention to the production and recording stage gives you the best platform for post-production and mixing. The following list highlights some…
This month I’m pleased to present the first in our Artist Focus Interview Series, which will form a regular part of future blog content and articles. Our first interview features an exciting new group from Sweden that I’ve had the pleasure of working with on their recent song “Back On Our Streets”. The group is…
Have you ever wondered what a full music production encompasses? Whether it be a single song, EP or full album, the following points highlight the key components and common workflow: IDEAS The early stage of song conception can be both vague, highly focussed and intentional, or a combination of random musings or scribbles. It could…