Wrapping Up the Year and Looking Ahead to 2026
As another year winds down, it’s always worth pausing for a moment. Not just to reflect on what you’ve released, achieved, or learned, but to think deliberately about what comes next. The music industry doesn’t slow down, it evolves, sometimes quietly, sometimes overnight, and the artists who stay relevant are usually the ones who plan […]
5 SKILLS A MUSIC PRODUCER SHOULD HAVE
The role of the music producer can often be complex and multi-layered. They also need to be adaptable and have the ability to switch between various roles during any given production. In today’s video, I’ve narrowed it down to 5 basic skills that I consider to be a bare minimum for a music producer. These […]
HOME STUDIO vs PRO STUDIO
Home studios have evolved over the years to become genuine hit-making options for artists. Professional studios have adapted to meet the demands and agility of the online remote musician by providing additional services. Today, I’m going to discuss the pros and cons of the home studio versus the pro recording studio. Now, I must preface […]
5 TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR SONGWRITING
Improving your songwriting is not something that happens overnight. In this latest article, I would like to provide you with five actionable tips that you can utilize to help you on your songwriting journey: GET INSPIRED Inspiration is one of those things that can rear it’s head at any unusual time and is the most […]
RECORDING SESSIONS: WHY LESS IS MORE
The trend with modern reording sessions and music productions has been to record countless tracks, resulting in a session of upwards of 150-200 individual audio tracks! Today, I would like to tell you a few reasons why you should consider recording less tracks and some of the benefits you will gain from this approach. Back […]
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 […]
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 […]
