What “Professional Sound” Actually Means in 2026
“Professional sound” is one of those phrases that gets used constantly in music, but rarely gets explained properly. Artists want their songs to sound professional. Producers reference professional releases. Mix engineers talk about professional standards. But what does that actually mean in 2026? It’s not as simple as loudness. It’s not just expensive gear. It’s […]
How to release your music on streaming services such as Spotify and Apple Music
Releasing your music online can often be a time consuming and somewhat daunting task, particularly if you are new to the world of streaming. The purpose of todays blog is to provide you with an easy to follow resource that you can refer back to, in order to help you with that process. The following […]
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 […]
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 […]
MY TOP 10 MUSIC RELEASES OF 2018
Well, it’s that time of year. Time for reflection, revisiting…and listening to music of course. Here’s my wrap of some of my favourite releases in 2018. My list takes into consideration a number of factors including production values, songwriting, vibe, lyrics, message, level of interest, amongst other unquantifiable elements. Whilst numbered, it’s not so much […]
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 […]
ARTIST FOCUS INTERVIEW: SPRING CITY
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 […]
5 TIPS FOR SONGWRITING WORKFLOW
Establishing an efficient songwriting workflow is a critical component of maximising your creativity. Here’s a few tips to help you on your way to becoming a songwriting machine and keeping you productive: Get organised Make sure you have everything that you need at your fingertips and have your writing space clear of clutter. Even if […]
