5 BENEFITS OF HIRING A MIX ENGINEER
Producing and mixing your own music can be a lot of fun and at times, very rewarding. Today, I would like to give you a few reasons why you should consider hiring a professional mix engineer for your next recording: 1. EXPERIENCE Experience in the music industry is one of those things that is accumulated […]
HOW TO RELEASE YOUR MUSIC ON SPOTIFY, APPLE MUSIC & ALL MAJOR STREAMING PLATFORMS
People often ask me how to get their music out there. Well, with this latest article, I’m going to give you my top tips on how to release your music on all the major streaming services. MASTERING I’d like to start on the topic of mastering, because this is the first step you should consider […]
TOP 5 TIPS FOR RECORDING ROCK GUITARS
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 […]
TOP 5 HOME STUDIO ESSENTIALS
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 […]
REMIXING 101
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 […]
HOW TO PROJECT MANAGE YOUR MUSIC PRODUCTION
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 […]
THE ROLE OF THE MUSIC PRODUCER
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 […]
Let’s Talk Mastering!
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 […]
MIX ANALYSIS – “I.G.Y” by Donald Fagen
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 […]
6 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR RECORDING VOCALS
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 […]
