Secret Sonics 190 - John Velasquez - Fostering a Community Around Music

John Velasquez is a music producer, mixer and songwriter based out of LA, CA, USA! In our conversation John and I go deep on the following:

The importance of humility
How he has built a community of creatives that he collaborates with
Mindfulness
Being real
Patience
Working with a team
Getting artists to deliver great vocal performances
The cry test
Limitations are good
The mix = the arrangement
His new studio
Be yourself

And so much more!

You can learn more about John at https://linearmanagement.com/index.php/john-velasquez/

You can follow John on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisntjohnv/

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Sauce Segment: https://youtu.be/QukinUmMBsk?si=Fuo1DlGS93L6t5Ll

References:

Zella Day - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zella_Day
Local Natives - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Natives
Vacations - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vacations_(band)
You Sexy Thing - https://youtu.be/MhRXOOc_p-0?si=s3bbL3JyYzNoozvB
Shawn Everett - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shawn_Everett
Dave McNair - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2023/6/11/secret-sonics-185-dave-mcnair-an-audiophiles-approach-to-mastering

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 176 - Matt Boudreau - The Road to Atmos

Matt Boudreau is a stereo and Atmos mixing engineer based out of the Bay Area, CA, USA! He's also the host of the incredible Working Class Audio podcast. In our conversation Matt and I go deep on the following:

His journey getting into Dolby Atmos
Buying speakers, rebuilding and tuning the room
The financials of Atmos and getting work
Podcasting
Having patience with your career
Taking the business side of things seriously
Taking cold showers to supercharge his day
Staying inspired by audio

And so much more!

You can learn more about Matt at https://www.mattboudreau.com/

You can follow Matt on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/matt_boudreau/

WCA IG - https://www.instagram.com/working_class_audio/

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References:

Steve Genewick - http://stevegenewick.com/
Andrew Scheps - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Scheps
Brad Wood - https://www.instagram.com/bradwood_producifer/
Working Class Audio - https://www.workingclassaudio.com/
Tim O’Sullivan - https://youtu.be/qFUEVPIeagQ
Kim Rosen mastering - https://www.knackmastering.com/about/

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 174 - Delegation: The Dos and the Don'ts with Carl Bahner

Carl Bahner is a mixing engineer based out of Lancaster, PA, USA! In today's episode, we discuss the dos and the don'ts of delegation. We go deep on the following topics:

Bottlenecks
Bahner's first pancake principle (LMAO)
Don’t assume the delegatee's experience
Start with a menial task
Insecurity
Fair wages
Deadlines and availability
The team

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References 

Carl Bahner's previous episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/10/10/secret-sonics-116-carl-bahner-serving-and-nurturing-artists

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 160 - Jonathan Friedlander - Working Fast and Supporting Artists

Jonathan Friedlander is an audio engineer, music producer, mixing engineer, and the owner of Quality Sound, based in Jerusalem, Israel! In our second chat on the air, Jon talks about adjusting his studio to the pandemic, always getting better at his craft, and making sure to get credit for his work. He goes deep on his approach to recording vocals, working fast, recording and mixing drums, and his approach to mixing with parallel compression. We also chat about monitoring, capturing dynamics in live recordings, dealing with time management, the benefits of having interned at the beginning of his career, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Jon at https://www.qualitysound.biz/

You can follow Jon on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/mixedbyjon/

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You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment here: "Closer to You" by Levite - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLEPrV0_cvQ&ab_channel=LEVITE

References:

Jon's first episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/21/secret-sonics-009-jonathan-friedlander

Yair Elitzur - https://youtu.be/SCn2gNPCRac
Travis Ference - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/26/secret-sonics-114-travis-ference-redefining-success-in-music
Rick Ross Maybach IV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afjH1sm6Q5w&ab_channel=RickRoss-Topic
Miguel Scott - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/12/13/secret-sonics-075-miguel-scott-seeking-continued-growth-in-music
John Greenham - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/8/6/secret-sonics-155-john-greenham-a-musical-approach-to-mastering
Israel Portnoy - https://www.israelportnoymusic.com/
My Blues - https://youtu.be/pJmGVm8qc4M
Focal Shape Twin - https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/ShapeTwin50--focal-shape-twin-dual-5-inch-powered-studio-monitor-with-passive-radiators

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 158 - Tim O'Sullivan - Fostering Inspiration in the Studio

Tim O'Sullivan is a music producer, audio engineer, and mixing engineer based out of LA, CA, USA! In our second chat on the podcast, Tim brings us up to date and shares what he's done since our last conversation; the closing of Barefoot Recording, setting up an Atmos room for Greg Wells, touring with Chicano Batman, and setting up his own studio in Frogtown. He goes deep on working on the latest Rayland Baxter record, using weird gear and instruments to inspire artists, and focusing the build of his new studio to cater to creative work flows. We also chat about commiting to sounds, new deliverables for mixers, getting stems to add up, having a manager, figuring out what to eliminate to do the work you want to do, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Tim at http://osullivanaudio.com/

You can follow Tim on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/timomusic86/

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You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment here: "If I Were a Butterfly" by Rayland Baxter - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-roMRDJKic&ab_channel=RaylandBaxter-Topic

References:

Tim's first episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/7/5/secret-sonics-053-tim-osullivan

Barefoot Recording - https://www.instagram.com/barefoot_recording/
Money Mark - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Money_Mark
Chicano Batman - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicano_Batman
Greg Wells - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greg_Wells
Dan Silberman - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/3/6/secret-sonics-135-daniel-silberman-driving-the-stereo-bus
Ian Sefchick (Magic Death Eye) - https://www.instagram.com/magicdeatheye/

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 144 - Sam Sherbin - Betting on Himself

Sam Sherbin is a mixing engineer based out of LA, CA, USA! In our second conversation on the podcast, Sam brings us up to date; betting on himself and moving to LA, being a great hang, sticking around the studio, and working hard. He goes deep on leaning into fear, having a beginner's mindset, and always striving for growth. We also chat about working with long-term clients, gratitude to do what we do, what to listen for in an already great-sounding producer's mix, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Sam at https://www.samsherbin.com/

You can follow Sam on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/samsherbinmusic/

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You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment here -
"CAVIAR" by CL - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzoWpiP1bVU&ab_channel=Jendukie

References:

Sam's first episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/1/17/secret-sonics-080-sam-sherbin-the-feel-of-a-record

Andy Reed - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/2/27/secret-sonics-134-andy-reed-making-a-song-in-a-day
Dee Kei Waddell - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/4/17/secret-sonics-141-dee-kei-waddell-the-way-of-the-mixer
Manny Marroquin - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manny_MarroquinIrko - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/12/20/secret-sonics-076-irko-being-true-to-himself-and-the-music
Tchad Blake - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tchad_Blake
Al Schmitt - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_Schmitt
Willie Green - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/1/9/secret-sonics-127-willie-green-being-true-to-artistic-intent
John Greenham - http://www.johngreenham.com/
Nicholas Di Lorenzo - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/10/17/secret-sonics-117-nicholas-di-lorenzo-pushing-boundaries-beyond-mastering
Jesse Ray Ernster - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/8/29/secret-sonics-110-jesse-ray-ernster-going-all-in-on-his-dreams
Neenah - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/4/24/secret-sonics-142-neenah-exploring-the-mix

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 135 - Daniel Silberman - Driving the Stereo Bus

Daniel Silberman is a record producer, engineer, musician, and the owner of Ridgeway Recording in Chicago, IL, USA! In our second conversation on the podcast, Dan brings us up to date on his life; overcoming an illness and an injury, relearning how to play guitar and bass, taking on fewer clients, and giving more to the artists he chooses to work with. He goes really deep on his mixing process, specifically his extensive approach to stereo bus processing. We also chat about monitoring, psychoacoustic, what the Pultec is really doing, saturation, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Daniel at https://www.ridgewayrecording.com/

You can follow Daniel on Social Media

Dan's IG - https://www.instagram.com/liveforthemusik/

Studio IG - https://www.instagram.com/ridgewayrecording/

***As I mentioned in this episode, Carl Bahner has an awesome new mindfulness/business podcast for creative freelancers called "Thanks for Thinking." Click here to listen - https://www.carlbahner.com/thanks-for-thinking !***

You can listen to the songs we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in their entirety:
"Oseh Shalom" by Beth Reinstein - https://soundcloud.com/beth-reinstein/oseh-shalom
"Fall" by Alex Chadwick has yet to be released

***Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t
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References

Dan's first episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/5/24/secret-sonics-047-daniel-silberman

Michael Brauer - https://www.mbrauer.com/
Tim O’Sullivan - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/7/5/secret-sonics-053-tim-osullivan
Jack Stratton/Vulfpeck - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vulfpeck
Goodherz Tupe - https://goodhertz.co/tupe/
SSL Smart Research C1LA - https://vintageking.com/smart-research-c1la
Unfairchild Compressor - http://www.undertoneaudio.com/products/unfairchild
SPL Passeq - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/spl_passeq.html
Nicholas Di Lorenzo - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/10/17/secret-sonics-117-nicholas-di-lorenzo-pushing-boundaries-beyond-mastering
Ken Lewis - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/12/secret-sonics-112-ken-lewis-100-gold-records-and-beyond
Eric Valentine - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Valentine
Greg Wells - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greg_Wells
Craig Bauer - https://www.craigbauer.com/
Ian Sefchick - https://www.instagram.com/magicdeatheye/
Alex Sterling - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/2/21/secret-sonics-085-alex-sterling-building-a-home-for-music-in-nyc
Bob Clearmountain - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Clearmountain
Barefoot MM27 - https://barefootsound.com/micromain27/

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Secret Sonics 134 - Andy Reed - Making a Song in a Day

Andy Reed is a record producer, engineer, musician, and the owner of Reed Recording Company in Bay City, MI, USA. In our conversation, Andy shares his approach to making recordings by making artists feel comfortable and psyched to be in the studio. He talks about how he can make a record in a day by committing to sounds and using his circle of musician friends to help him track the song. We also chat about building a studio in his basement, mixing while he goes, using the right microphones, being inspired by gear, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Andy at https://www.reedrecordingcompany.com/

You can follow Andy on Social Media

FB - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=767303771

IG - https://www.instagram.com/andy_reed_producer_engineer/

***As I mentioned in this episode, Carl Bahner has an awesome new mindfulness/business podcast for creative freelancers called "Thanks for Thinking." Click here to listen - https://www.carlbahner.com/thanks-for-thinking !***

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here - "The World is Mine" by The Legal Matters - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zr0WsSwpMF0&ab_channel=TheLegalMatters-Topic

***Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t
Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

References

Joe Montague - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/5/30/secret-sonics-099-joe-montague-going-deep-on-the-ringo-sound
Brendan Benson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brendan_Benson
Verve Pipe - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Verve_Pipe
Jon Friedlander - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/21/secret-sonics-009-jonathan-friedlander
Mike Pepe - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/5/secret-sonics-111-mike-pepe-crafting-the-sound-of-a-band
V251 - https://microphone-parts.com/collections/microphones/products/v-251-tube-microphone
Plugin Alliance Blackbox - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/black_box_analog_design_hg-2.html
Altiverb - https://www.audioease.com/altiverb/
Mrs. Mills Piano - https://www.spitfireaudio.com/originals/#mrs-mills-piano
Sunset Sound Studio 3 - https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/trsunsetsound/
Josh Bowman - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/2/13/secret-sonics-132-josh-bowman-intentional-living-and-mixing

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Thanks to Gavi Kutliroff for helping edit this episode!

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Secret Sonics 133 - Xylo Aria - Empowering Women in Audio

Xylo Aria is an artist, producer, and educator based out of Melbourne, Australia, and the founder of Music Production for Women, an organization that aims to encourage and empower women who are taking their first steps into music production! In our conversation, Xylo shares her journey; how a bad experience led her to learn how to self-produce and eventually form MPW. We go deep on getting over intimidation at the beginning of learning audio, and her approach to songwriting, production, mixing, use of reverb, and creating space. We also chat about habits, podcasting, delegation, knowing your value, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Xylo at https://www.xyloaria.com/

You can learn more about MPW at https://musicproductionforwomen.com/

You can follow Xylo on Social Media

Xylo IG - https://www.instagram.com/xyloaria/

MPW IG - https://www.instagram.com/musicproductionforwomen/

***As I mentioned in this episode, Carl Bahner is giving away his Spotify algorithm course to listeners of the show. Go to https://www.carlbahner.com/coaching to learn more***

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here - "Think About Yesterday" by Xylo Aria - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1I6eQxD-RI&ab_channel=XyloAria-Topic

***Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t
Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

References

Music Production for Women - https://musicproductionforwomen.com/front-page

Clinton Greery - https://www.instagram.com/clintonmixedthis/
Daniel Anglister - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/11/22/secret-sonics-073-daniel-anglister-how-to-make-impactful-records
Noga Erez - https://nogaerez.com/
Valhalla Supermassive - https://valhalladsp.com/shop/reverb/valhalla-supermassive/
Emia - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/4/secret-sonics-102-anh-le-aka-mia-following-her-artistic-intuition
Atomic Habits - https://amzn.to/3I71eDA

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You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co
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Secret Sonics 129 - Steve Ornest - Fostering a Community with Music

Steve Ornest is a music producer, engineer, mixer, musician, and co-owner of Total Access Recording in Redondo Beach, CA, USA! In our conversation, Steve shares his journey; from working in the studio at an early age, to meeting acclaimed producer Wyn Davis and eventually partnering up with Wyn as a co-owner of Total Access Recording. He shares insights on tapping into local talent, building relationships, and being a conduit for the artists he works with. We also talk about working with Mixerman and Ken Scott, overcoming workaholicism, Total Access's new rehearsal space, zooming out and appreciating the journey, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Steve at https://www.tarecording.com/staff

You can follow Steve on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/steveornest/

***As I mentioned in this episode, Carl Bahner is giving away his Spotify algorithm course to listeners of the show. Go to https://www.carlbahner.com/coaching to learn more***

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here - "War Profiteer" by Jokers Hand - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJGByeVH-n8

***Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

References

The Six-Figure Creative episode - https://6figurecreative.com/is-the-antiquated-commercial-recording-studio-dream-dead-maybe-not-with-steve-ornest/
Fernando Lodeiro - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/1/1/secret-sonics-126-fernando-lodeiro-nurturing-relationships-in-the-studio
Travis Ference - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/26/secret-sonics-114-travis-ference-redefining-success-in-music
Wyn Davis - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Total_Access_Recording
Total Access Recording - https://www.tarecording.com/
Mixerman - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/21/secret-sonics-017-eric-sarafin-aka-mixerman
Ken Scott - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken_Scott
How Music Works - https://amzn.to/3qTEuAT
Saturn - https://www.fabfilter.com/products/saturn-2-multiband-distortion-saturation-plug-in
Decapitator - https://www.soundtoys.com/product/decapitator/
Plugin Alliance SVT - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/ampeg_svtvr_classic.html
Recording Studio Rockstars - https://recordingstudiorockstars.com/category/podcast/


Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

Thank you to Zvi Rodan, Mendy Portnoy, and Yakir Hyman for contributing to the new podcast theme music!
Thanks to Gavi Kutliroff for helping edit this episode!

You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co

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-Ben

Secret Sonics 125 - William Bowser - Staying Ahead of the Curve

William Bowser is a mixing engineer and the co-owner of Quality Touch Studios based out of La Plata, MD, USA! In his second episode on Secret Sonics, William shares his thoughts on staying ahead of the curve when it comes to technology, industry trends, Atmos, and spatial audio. He talks about why it's important to be a professional and surround yourself with a team of professionals. We go deep on playing the long game, work ethic, personal growth and development, mental health, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about William at https://qualitytouchstudios.com/the-engineers/blog/william-bowser

You can follow William on Social Media

FB - https://www.facebook.com/williambowserqts
IG - https://www.instagram.com/william_bowser_qts/

***As I mentioned in this episode, Carl Bahner is giving away his Spotify algorithm course to listeners of the show. Go to https://www.carlbahner.com/coaching to learn more***


You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here - "Tick Tock" by James Worthy and Big Gipp - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pobqlM6qiqA&ab_channel=JamesWorthyMusic

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

References

William's first episode on Secret Sonics - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/10/18/secret-sonics-068-william-bowser
Ken Lewis - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/12/secret-sonics-112-ken-lewis-100-gold-records-and-beyond
Dolby Atmos - https://www.dolby.com/technologies/dolby-atmos/#gref
SAS monitors - https://sasacousticdesignfirm.com/
Andrew Maury - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/18/secret-sonics-104-andrew-maury-mixing-with-intuition
Howie Weinberg Acustica - https://www.acustica-audio.com/store/products/hwmc
Metric AB - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/adptr_metricab.html
Dave Pensado - https://www.pensadosplace.tv/
Damian Taylor - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/11/28/secret-sonics-123-damian-taylor-music-productions-deep-thinkerOzone - https://www.izotope.com/en/products/ozone.html
Pro Q3 - https://www.fabfilter.com/products/pro-q-3-equalizer-plug-in
Soothe 2 - https://oeksound.com/plugins/soothe2/
Matt Garber - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/21/secret-sonics-042-matthew-garber
Finneas - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Finneas_O%27Connell
Snarky Puppy - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snarky_Puppy

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Secret Sonics 122 - Ava King - A Journey of Growth in Music

Ava King is a producer and singer-songwriter based out of LA, CA, USA! In our chat, Ava shared her journey; from budding journalist to becoming a TV personality in China to studying music production over the internet and making her way over to Los Angeles. We chat about lessons learned from her mentor Rob Cavallo, her approach to songwriting and arrangement, and working in service of female artists. We also go deep on staying sober, leading a life of learning and growth, enjoying the journey and so much more! Check it out!

You can follow Ava on Social Media
IG - https://www.instagram.com/avakingmusic/
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1CMAqoO9q2gSPBPxvvRXqo?si=V6snt1xbRHGiUyHTxLsEhA

***As I mentioned in this episode, Carl Bahner is giving away his Spotify algorithm course to listeners of the show. Go to https://www.carlbahner.com/coaching to learn more***


You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here - "Future Ex" by LEA and Ava King - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Dh5j2KM2FM&ab_channel=VariousArtists-Topic

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

References

Carl Bahner - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/10/10/secret-sonics-116-carl-bahner-serving-and-nurturing-artists
Berklee Online - https://welcome.online.berklee.edu/learn-music-online.html?pid=4897&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=bol-gen-google-adwords-us-text-brand-best-offer-4897&gclid=Cj0KCQiA-eeMBhCpARIsAAZfxZAUtC0JwsbPX_8_iWtHTY-UHvfNDFahftfiyYILRqzH98_6PnH-eAAaApyQEALw_wcB
Rob Cavallo - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rob_Cavallo
Still Dre - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CL6n0FJZpk&ab_channel=DrDreVEVO
Shaper Box - https://www.cableguys.com/shaperbox.html
Tell me something true - Rob Bell - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tcypklEjps&ab_channel=TellMeSomethingTruePodcast
Damian Taylor - https://www.damiantaylor.com/
The Complete Producer Network - https://www.completeproducer.net/
Lalisa Money - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNCWe_6HAM8&ab_channel=BLACKPINK
Justin Bieber Anyone - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIK3azN4w34&ab_channel=JustinBieberVEVO
Oak Felder - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oak_Felder
Ian Kirkpatrick - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ian_Kirkpatrick_(record_producer)
Joe Grasso - https://www.instagram.com/joegrassomix/

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

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You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co
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-Ben

Secret Sonics 107 - Joe Pepe - The Flow of a Session

Joe Pepe is a music producer based out of LA, CA, USA. In his returning episode, Joe talked about moving to LA, finding management, and his approach to production and collaboration. He also shared an inside look at LA writing room sessions, how he stays on top of production trends, how he's able to combine genres so seamlessly, and so much more! Check it out!

You can follow Joe on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/itsjoeypepe

You can listen to his production reel here - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2lXYQ8pinxXtVxVl20MOda?si=5ff325b5f7ff47f0

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "FTS" by Brooke Daye - https://song.space/5dd4fg/song/1761005

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download
Join the Secret Sonics Facebook community here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretsonics
If you'd like to help support Secret Sonics, you can do so by visiting https://www.buymeacoffee.com/benwallick

References

Mike Pepe - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/9/27/secret-sonics-065-mike-pepe
Joe’s first episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/11/8/secret-sonics-071-joseph-pepe-and-zack-burke-are-btwn-the-collaborative-production-duo
Andrew Maury - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/18/secret-sonics-104-andrew-maury-mixing-with-intuition
Song.space - https://songspace.com/
Kyle Reynolds - https://www.instagram.com/kylereynoldsmusic/?hl=en
Darrick Atwater - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/25/secret-sonics-105-darrick-atwater-going-deep-on-sound-design
Dua Lipa - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dua_Lipa
Cory Wong - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cory_Wong
Brooke Daye - https://www.instagram.com/brookedaye/?hl=en
Lil Uzi Vert - XO tour life - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrsFXgQk5UI&ab_channel=LILUZIVERT
Splice - https://splice.com/
izotope Vocalsynth 2 - https://www.izotope.com/en/products/vocalsynth.html
Kickstart plugin - https://www.kickstart-plugin.com/
Soundtoys - https://www.soundtoys.com/
Billie Eilish - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billie_Eilish

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

Thank you to Zvi Rodan, Mendy Portnoy, and Yakir Hyman for contributing to the new podcast theme music!

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Feel free to email me at secretsonics@gmail.com with any questions and feedback you might have. I'm open to learning about what topics you'd like to hear about and which people you'd like to hear from. In pursuit of making this podcast truly helpful to anybody looking to improve at music production, all suggestions are truly welcome!

Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben

Secret Sonics 104 - Andrew Maury - Mixing with Intuition

Andrew Maury is a record producer and mixing engineer based out of Brooklyn, NY, USA. Andrew shares his journey from working FOH for Ra Ra Riot to mixing for acts such as Shawn Mendes and Lizzo. We go deep on his mindset when it comes to mixing, advantages of proper monitoring, avoiding burnout, moving into the box, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Andrew at http://andrewmaury.net/

You can follow Andrew on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/aemaury/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Go For It" by CRUISR - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2_P9jLxPOU&ab_channel=CRUISR

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download
Join the Secret Sonics Facebook community here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretsonics
If you'd like to help support Secret Sonics, you can do so by visiting https://www.buymeacoffee.com/benwallick

References

Andrew on Working Class Audio - https://www.workingclassaudio.com/wca-155-with-andrew-maury/
Carl Bahner - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/8/9/secret-sonics-058-carl-bahner
Ra Ra Riot - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ra_Ra_Riot
Chris Walla - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Walla
Sound City - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sound_City_(film)
Teddy Geiger - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teddy_Geiger
"There’s Nothing Holding Me Back" by Shawn Mendes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dT2owtxkU8k&ab_channel=ShawnMendesVEVO
"Jerome" by Lizzo - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Necaw0YYpk8&ab_channel=LizzoMusic
ASC Attack Wall - https://www.rspeaudio.com/Attack-Wall-Webboutique-a/276.htm
Sam Sherbin - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/1/17/secret-sonics-080-sam-sherbin-the-feel-of-a-record
Jon Castelli - https://www.instagram.com/mixedbyjoncastelli/
ATC 25a - http://atcloudspeakers.co.uk/professional/loudspeakers/scm25a-pro/
Amphion one18 - https://amphion.fi/create/products-pro-audio/studio-monitors/one18-nearfield-studio-monitor-2/
Michael Brauer - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Brauer
Daniel Anglister - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/11/22/secret-sonics-073-daniel-anglister-how-to-make-impactful-records
Noga Erez - https://nogaerez.com/
Kenny Beats - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenny_Beats
Avocet monitor controller - http://www.cranesong.com/avocet.html
CBS broadcast limiter - https://www.bn1studio.co.uk/on-the-bench-cbs-audimax-4450-stereo-compressor-leveller/
Decapitator - https://www.soundtoys.com/product/decapitator/
Classic Albums - Peter Gabriel: "So" - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3142710/
Boss OC-3 - https://www.boss.info/global/products/oc-3/
Michael League from Snarky Puppy - https://youtu.be/WI5Eg5Whu-8?t=184
Tech 21 Comp Tortian - https://www.tech21nyc.com/archive/comp-tortion/
Joe Laporta - https://sterling-sound.com/engineer/joe-laporta/
Justin Perkins - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/25/secret-sonics-094-justin-perkins-going-deep-with-mastering
UA Studer A800 - https://www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/special-processing/studer-a800-tape-recorder.html
Oxford inflator - https://www.sonnox.com/plugin/oxford-inflator-v3


Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

Thank you to Zvi Rodan, Mendy Portnoy, and Yakir Hyman for contributing to the new podcast theme music!

You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co

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Feel free to email me at secretsonics@gmail.com with any questions and feedback you might have. I'm open to learning about what topics you'd like to hear about and which people you'd like to hear from. In pursuit of making this podcast truly helpful to anybody looking to improve at music production, all suggestions are truly welcome!

Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben

Secret Sonics 103 - Pete Lyman - How to Cut a Record

Pete Lyman is a mastering engineer and the owner of Infrasonic Mastering based out of Nashville, TN, USA. Pete shares his journey from being a "punk-rock kid" to mastering some of today's top records. He goes deep on his approach to mastering, running a mastering house, vinyl cutting, loudness and gain-staging, moving to Nashville, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Pete at https://www.infrasonicsound.com/pete

You can follow Pete on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/plyman/

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

Join the Secret Sonics Facebook community here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretsonics

If you'd like to help support Secret Sonics, you can do so by visiting https://www.buymeacoffee.com/benwallick

References

Justin Perkins - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/25/secret-sonics-094-justin-perkins-going-deep-with-mastering1956 Neumann AM-32B cutting lathe - https://www.robotlemon.com/juice/tag/1956+Neumann+AM-32B
Slayer’s "Reign in Blood" - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reign_in_Blood
Dead Kennedys' "Frankenchrist" - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankenchrist
Richard Simpson - https://www.rpmrecords.dk/blog/record-cutting-and-stereo-bass-for-vinyl/
Rupert Neve Master Buss Processor - https://rupertneve.com/products/master-buss-processor
Warren Huart interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Py-Kns83ZPM&ab_channel=ProduceLikeAPro
Maselec MPL 2 - http://www.maselec.com/products/mpl-2/index.html
Access Analog - https://accessanalog.com/
Brandi Carlile - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brandi_Carlile
Chris Stapleton - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Stapleton
Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit - https://www.jasonisbell.com/
Dan Bacigalupi - https://www.infrasonicsound.com/daniel
Fabfilter - https://www.fabfilter.com/
UA 2500 - https://www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/compressors-limiters/api-2500-bus-compressor.html
BX digital v2 EQ - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/bx_hybrid_v2.html
G clip - https://www.gvst.co.uk/gclip.htm
Vance Powell - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/11/secret-sonics-092-vance-powell-capturing-the-magic
PMC BB5 XPD - https://pmc-speakers.com/products/archive/archive/bb5-xbd
Trinnov System - https://www.trinnov.com/
Piper Payne - http://www.piperpayne.com/
Audeze LCD-X - https://www.audeze.com/products/lcd-x
Raelynn Janicke - https://www.infrasonicsound.com/raelynn
Dave Gardner - https://www.infrasonicsound.com/dave
Dave Cobb - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Cobb

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

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Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben

Secret Sonics 102 - Anh Le - AKA ÊMIA - Following Her Artistic Intuition

Anh Le, AKA EMIA, is a music producer and artist based out of Brooklyn, NY, USA! In this episode, Anh shared her journey; from writing songs to self-producing her own music as well as for others. We talk about her approach to songwriting and production as well as how she's managed to get placed on Spotify playlists, advice for up and coming artists and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Anh at https://www.thisisemia.com/

You can follow Anh on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisemia/

EMIA's Spotify page - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Q1WubieQ4mTNNf4YOlFGh?si=pigSeHgBRQu8EZBS28oVRg&nd=1

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here:

"Bet You Left it Out" by EMIA - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INAfGk0vlGw&ab_channel=%C3%8AMIA

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download
Join the Secret Sonics Facebook community here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretsonics
If you'd like to help support Secret Sonics, you can do so by visiting https://www.buymeacoffee.com/benwallick

References

Austin Hull - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/5/16/secret-sonics-097-austin-hull-a-fresh-approach-to-pop-music
Grammy Camp at USC - https://music.usc.edu/grammy-camp-immerses-students-in-the-world-of-music/
Native Instruments Komplete bundle - https://www.native-instruments.com/en/specials/komplete/komplete-13/
Spitfire Soft Piano - https://labs.spitfireaudio.com/soft-piano
Why heel height goes down when the economy goes up - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2fWKe_Mfp0&ab_channel=ModernGurlz
Blue Dragonfly - https://www.bluemic.com/en-us/products/dragonfly/
Kickstart - https://www.kickstart-plugin.com/
MUNA - https://www.whereismuna.com/
Serum - https://xferrecords.com/products/serum

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

Thank you to Zvi Rodan, Mendy Portnoy, and Yakir Hyman for contributing to the new podcast theme music!

You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co

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Feel free to email me at secretsonics@gmail.com with any questions and feedback you might have. I'm open to learning about what topics you'd like to hear about and which people you'd like to hear from. In pursuit of making this podcast truly helpful to anybody looking to improve at music production, all suggestions are truly welcome!

Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben

Secret Sonics 101 - Duane Lundy - A Nurturing Approach to Production

Duane Lundy is a music producer and mixing engineer based out of Lexington, KY, USA! In this episode, Duane shared his journey; from tennis player and coach to jumping deep into music production. He talks about how he taught himself production, how he strives to nurture the artists he works with in order create a comfortable space to create in, his approach to tracking and mixing, working with legacy artists such as Ringo Starr, and so much more! Check it out!

You can follow Duane on Social Media

FB - https://www.facebook.com/The-Lexington-Recording-Company-110919066995445
IG - https://www.instagram.com/duanelundy/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here:

"Is This Life" by Miles Nielsen - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbGeakwUHeM&ab_channel=MilesNielsen-Topic
Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook

"Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download
Join the Secret Sonics Facebook community here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretsonics
If you'd like to help support Secret Sonics, you can do so by visiting https://www.buymeacoffee.com/benwallick

References

Justin Perkins - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/25/secret-sonics-094-justin-perkins-going-deep-with-mastering
Stergile Simpson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sturgill_Simpson
Joe Pug - https://joepugmusic.com/
Space Echo - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roland_RE-201
Chilton Console - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJmpCP-Z2Mw&ab_channel=JamieDurrantMusician-TalkingSonics
Ringo Starr - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ringo_Starr
Ringo song Duane worked on - https://open.spotify.com/track/3jiC6BO9Zs0MqiFMwL0v6s?si=10b9a76dceb2440d
Joe Montigue - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/5/30/secret-sonics-099-joe-montague-going-deep-on-the-ringo-sound
IRKO - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/12/20/secret-sonics-076-irko-being-true-to-himself-and-the-music
Justin Craig - https://www.instagram.com/justinwcraig/
Miles Nielsen - https://www.milesnielsen.com/
Cheap Trick - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheap_Trick
Depth of Field (Duane's radio show) - https://esweku.org/depth-of-field


Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

Thank you to Zvi Rodan, Mendy Portnoy, and Yakir Hyman for contributing to the new podcast theme music!

You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co

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Feel free to email me at secretsonics@gmail.com with any questions and feedback you might have. I'm open to learning about what topics you'd like to hear about and which people you'd like to hear from. In pursuit of making this podcast truly helpful to anybody looking to improve at music production, all suggestions are truly welcome!

Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben

Secret Sonics 099 - Joe Montague - Going Deep on the "Ringo" Sound

Joe Montague is a drummer and self-proclaimed Ringo fanatic who specializes in 60's style drum recordings. Joe is also the host of "That 60's Recording Podcast" and is based out of Northern England, UK! In this episode, Joe shared his story - from playing in bands and Beatlemania tribute shows to recording drums from his own studio for artists around the world. We go deep on his approach to acoustic treatment and mic placement, how he communicates with the artists he works with and so much more. Check it out!

You can find out more about Joe at https://www.allyouneedisdrums.com/

You can find Joe's podcast at https://that60srecordingpodcast.podbean.com/

You can find Joe on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/allyouneedisdrums/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Stay Home" by Chinofeldy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBgpgjCIby8&ab_channel=ChinoFeldy

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References

Waynes World drum shop scene - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Qi3JERmk9E&ab_channel=Movieclips
Bob Armstrong - https://www.therhythmstudio.co.uk/news-posts/rs-archive-bob-armstrong-drumming-tips#:~:text=Bob%20Armstrong%20is%20the%20UK's,Mooney%20and%20many%20more...
Ringo Starr - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ringo_Starr
Beatlemania - https://ukbeatlemania.com/about-us
Alex Sterling - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/2/21/secret-sonics-085-alex-sterling-building-a-home-for-music-in-nyc
Isolated Drums - https://www.allyouneedisdrums.com/isolated-drums-archive
Reslo RB 1 - https://www.pinterest.com/pin/101119954106533510/
Geoff Emerick’s Book - https://amzn.to/3uIkKPn
D19 mic - https://vintageking.com/akg-d19-c-dynamic-microphone-94823-vintagev
Vance Powell - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/11/secret-sonics-092-vance-powell-capturing-the-magic
Waves Abbey Road Plugins - https://www.waves.com/bundles/abbey-road-collection#legendary-analog-sound-abbey-road-collection
Sgt Peppers - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sgt._Pepper%27s_Lonely_Hearts_Club_Band
Abbey Road - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abbey_Road
That 60’s Recording Podcast - https://that60srecordingpodcast.podbean.com/
Ken Scott - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken_Scott
Malcolm Toft - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malcolm_Toft
John Kurlander - https://www.johnkurlander.com/
Sean Mercer - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/5/23/secret-sonics-098-sean-mercer-finding-magic-in-the-details
Joe Kane - https://www.hofner.com/news/news/view/label/Joe%20Kane%20-%20Them%20Beatles%20-%20Dr%20Cosmo%27s%20Tape%20Lab/
Aaron Sterling - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aaron_Sterling
Wilco - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilco

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Secret Sonics 098 - Sean Mercer - Finding Magic in the Details

Sean Mercer is a music producer, musician, and audio/mixing engineer based out of Baltimore, MD, USA! In this episode, Sean shared his story - how he transitioned from playing in local bands to recording and producing their music as well for a host of other artists spanning many genres. We go deep on his approach to producing and mixing, particularly his approach to drums. We also talk about his work with songwriter Jackson Dean, communication with artists, and how to generously educate them about the production process and so much more! Check it out!

You can find out more about Sean at https://www.seanmerceraudio.com/

You can find Sean on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/sacred_bacon/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Golden Calf" by Yo No Say - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdU4B22YAyo&ab_channel=MagicMirrorMusic

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References

Mat Leffler-Schulman - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/3/14/secret-sonics-088-mat-leffler-schulman-building-a-life-around-music-and-audio
Jackson Dean - https://www.instagram.com/thejacksondean/?hl=en
Jackson Dean National Anthem - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecdW0RY9nBM&ab_channel=JacksonDean
Jeff Waters - https://www.instagram.com/jeffinbmore/?hl=en
Music at Emmanuel - Live Church recordings - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgtOhNpd90gnb0UL7Vz5iwaj4tu07gsH0
Line Audio Mics - http://www.lineaudio.se/
Weiss Maximizer - https://www.softube.com/mm-1
EV 635A Microphone - https://products.electrovoice.com/na/en/635a/
Fabfilter Saturn - https://www.fabfilter.com/products/saturn-2-multiband-distortion-saturation-plug-in
Soundtoys - https://www.soundtoys.com/
Space Echo - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roland_RE-201

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Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben

Secret Sonics 096 - Sophie Ackroyd - Getting to the Heart of the Song

Sophie Ackroyd is a music producer and songwriter based out of London, England, UK! In this episode, Sophie shared her journey - from working a day job at the BBC to managing a London recording studio to writing and producing for artists. We talked about her approach to artist development, production, communication and even touched on slowing down and practicing self-care during the pandemic. Check it out!

You can find out more about Sophie at http://sophieackroyd.co.uk/

You can find Sophie on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/soundslikesoph/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Good on Me" by BOBBi - https://open.spotify.com/album/4psVza2lE0cHEM00sIPGNR?highlight=spotify:track:2P83ymA5SjyxWcQD1b60sw

Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

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If you'd like to help support Secret Sonics, you can do so by visiting https://www.buymeacoffee.com/benwallick

References

Ruby Smith - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/3/26/secret-sonics-090-ruby-smith-blending-artistry-and-engineering
ICMP college - https://www.icmp.ac.uk/
Sphere recording studio - https://www.allstudios.co.uk/featured-studio/sphere-studios-london/
Red Bull Studios - https://www.redbullmusicstudios.com/
Spotify Noteable - https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/spotify-bins-secret-genius-launches-noteable-hub-for-songwriters-producers-and-publishers/
Vocalsynth (izotope) - https://www.izotope.com/en/products/vocalsynth.html
Waves Morphoder - https://www.waves.com/plugins/morphoder
Yoga with Adriene - https://yogawithadriene.com/
Sam Cramer - https://www.instagram.com/samcramerrr/
Lewis Chapman - https://www.instagram.com/lewis.chapman.14/
Katie Tavini - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/1/24/secret-sonics-081-katie-tavini-mastering-music-with-intent

Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Consider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.

Thank you to Zvi Rodan, Mendy Portnoy, and Yakir Hyman for contributing to the new podcast theme music!

You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co

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Feel free to email me at secretsonics@gmail.com with any questions and feedback you might have. I'm open to learning about what topics you'd like to hear about and which people you'd like to hear from. In pursuit of making this podcast truly helpful to anybody looking to improve at music production, all suggestions are truly welcome!

Have a great week, stay safe, and dig in!

-Ben