Secret Sonics 131 - Evan Morgan - Manifesting Intent

Evan Morgan is a mixing engineer and music producer based out of Vancouver, BC, Canada! In our conversation, Evan shares his journey; from touring musician to sitting behind the glass to eventually transitioning into mostly mixing. We go deep on producing from the songwriter's point of view, doing post-production to help manifest the artist's intent, and why workflow is more important than sonics. We also chat about low-end theory and how phase alignment is the key to getting a massive bottom end, mastering, communication, practicing self-care, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Evan at https://evanmorganproductions.com/

You can follow Evan on Social Media

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

***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 - "Best Rapper Ever" by Tom MacDonald - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y4IAdZ8srA&ab_channel=TomMacDonald

***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

Arnold Lanni - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arnold_Lanni
ATC25 speakers - https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/SCM25A--atc-scm25a-pro-7-inch-3-way-powered-studio-monitors
Soundradix Auto-Align - https://www.soundradix.com/products/auto-align/
CPS Mastering - https://www.cpsmastering.com/
Elisa Pangsaeng - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/2/7/secret-sonics-083-elisa-pangsaeng-allowing-music-to-inspire-audio
Kristian Montano - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/10/25/secret-sonics-069-kristian-montano
Evan's YouTube tutorial for "Best Rapper Ever" - https://youtu.be/BhajYuQkysQ

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Secret Sonics 130 - Sam Moses - Finishing Records

Sam Moses is a mastering engineer and the owner of Moses Mastering in Nashville, TN, USA! In his second episode on the podcast, Sam brings us up to date on his life; how a serious car crash forced him to accept help, embrace community, and not define his worth by his productivity. He shares insights on why saying no is often important, setting your own terms for the music you work on, podcasting, and his hot take on Dolby Atmos. We also go deep on his approach to mastering, the difference between mixing and mastering and how he can do both successfully and so much more! Check it out!

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

You can follow Sam on Social Media

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

***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 - "Bad At Parties" by Helena Meyer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlJX-Z1J1PA&ab_channel=HelenaMayer-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

Sam’s first episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/21/secret-sonics-035-sam-moses
Steve Ornest - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/1/23/secret-sonics-129-steve-ornest-fostering-a-community-with-music
Ken Scott - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken_Scott
Mastering Pizza - https://amzn.to/3AKNsU0
Ep. of his podcast where they interview their wives - https://attackandreleaseshow.fireside.fm/108
“Atomic Habits” - https://amzn.to/3u9gTy3
Dolby Atmos - https://www.dolby.com/technologies/dolby-atmos/#gref
Helena Meyer - https://helenamayermusic.com/
Josh Zegan - https://www.instagram.com/joshzegan
OTT - https://splice.com/plugins/3788-ott-vst-au-by-xfer-records
Ratatat - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ratatat


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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.

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Thanks to Gavi Kutliroff for helping edit this episode!

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Secret Sonics 128 - Matt Rifino - Driven by Music

Matt Rifino is a music mixer and audio engineer based out of New Jersey, USA! In our conversation, Matt shares his journey; mixing from an early age, working at Avatar Studios, and mixing live music shows on NBC's "The Today Show." He shares insights on how to mix for live TV, how to make sure your mixes translate on consumer devices, and how TV mixing helps him mix better for artists in his personal mixing work. We also talk about overcoming burnout, quitting alcohol, becoming friends with the people you work with, becoming a life-long student, and so much more! Check it out!

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

You can follow Matt on Social Media

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

***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 - "Nightbird (Companion)" by Connor Bracken and the Mother Leeds Band - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irHNpO2n334&ab_channel=ConnorBrackenandtheMotherLeedsBand-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

Matt's WCA episode - https://www.workingclassaudio.com/wca-322-with-matthew-rifino/
The Today Show - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Today_(American_TV_program)
Willie Green - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/1/9/secret-sonics-127-willie-green-being-true-to-artistic-intent
Valhalla Verb - https://valhalladsp.com/
Soothe - https://oeksound.com/plugins/soothe2/
Al Schmitt - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_Schmitt


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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Secret Sonics 127 - Willie Green - Being True to Artistic Intent

Paul "Willie Green" Womack is a music producer, mixer, and artist based out of Brooklyn, NY, USA! In our conversation, Willie shares his journey from the Berklee College of Music to producing and mixing independent hip hop in Brooklyn. He shares insights on having professionalism and confidence, the importance of sleep, enjoying the journey, serving the music, and bringing others into your creative process. We go deep on NFTs, immersive audio, the diminishing value of art in a noisy content-driven world and how the music industry spreads artists too thin. We also go deep on his project "Press Play" where Willie created sonic art from visual works of art in order to enhance said visual art exhibition! Check it out!

You can learn more about Willie at https://www.williegreenmusic.com/

You can follow Willie on Social MediaIG - https://www.instagram.com/williegreen1/Twitter - https://twitter.com/williegreen1

***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 - "Stonefruit" by Armand Hammer/The Alchemist - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4S3gEfqPQlM&ab_channel=ArmandHammer-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
ReferencesFernando Lodeiro - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2022/1/1/secret-sonics-126-fernando-lodeiro-nurturing-relationships-in-the-studio
Smokey Robinson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smokey_Robinson
Backwoodz Studioz - https://backwoodzstudioz.com/
super chron flight brothers - https://backwoodzstudioz.com/products/super-chron-flight-brothers-cape-verde
Damian Taylor - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/11/28/secret-sonics-123-damian-taylor-music-productions-deep-thinker
“Nightmares.” - Open Mike Eagle - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSf7RvaSS4A&ab_channel=OpenMikeEagle
Press Play - https://williegreen.bandcamp.com/album/press-play
Sonic Photo app - https://www.skytopia.com/software/sonicphoto/
Haram record - https://armandhammer.bandcamp.com/album/haram
What’s Going On Marvin Gaye - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDK7TiEiMOI&ab_channel=MarvinGayeVEVO
RX - https://www.izotope.com/en/products/rx.html
Spectral Layers - https://www.steinberg.net/spectralayers/

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 me edit this episode!

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Secret Sonics 126 - Fernando Lodeiro - Nurturing Relationships in the Studio

Fernando Lodeiro is a music producer and mixing engineer based out of Brooklyn, NY, USA! In our conversation, Fernando shares his journey from Venezuela to New York via Berklee College of Music. He shares stories from working at the legendary Avatar Studios, working with Esperanza Spalding, Paul McCartney, and many more. We go deep on his pivot into freelance, work ethic, work-life balance, nurturing relationships, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Fernando at https://www.fernandolodeiro.com/

You can follow Fernando on Social Media

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

***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 - "A Fresh New Bleed of Skyline" by Sixty - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meFgEsBvhSw&ab_channel=SIXTY

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

Travis Ference - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/26/secret-sonics-114-travis-ference-redefining-success-in-music
Avatar Studios - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_Station_(recording_studio)
John Mayer in Avatar Studios video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eWrQzNJgC8&ab_channel=johnmayerVEVO
Ben’s episode on Progressions - https://www.progressionspodcast.com/episode/ben-wallick
William Bowser - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/12/12/secret-sonics-125-william-bowser-staying-ahead-of-the-curve
Claude Kelly - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Kelly
Tchad Blake - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tchad_Blake
Esperanza Spalding - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esperanza_Spalding
Andrew Maury - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/18/secret-sonics-104-andrew-maury-mixing-with-intuitionJoe Laporta - https://sterling-sound.com/engineer/joe-laporta/
Brian Lucy - http://magicgardenmastering.com/
Rave on Buddy - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rave_On_Buddy_Holly
Roy Hendrickson - https://www.instagram.com/royhend/
Kisses on the Bottom - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kisses_on_the_Bottom
Fatso - https://www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/special-processing/fatso.html
Monster Compressor - http://looptrotter.com/pl/monster-compressor/

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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 124 - Arnob Bal - The Creative Practice

Arnob Bal is a music producer, composer, audio engineer, and podcaster based out of Mumbai, India, and Toronto, Canada! In his second episode on Secret Sonics, Arnob shares his thoughts on balancing play with work, pursuing learning and growth, attempting to be present, and showing up for the music you've committed to make. We go deep on his production work with the artist Mali, his personal musical projects, exploring alternative versions of tension and release, philosophical lessons from Hegel, Daoism, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Arnob at https://flossdailyproductions.com/

You can follow Arnob on Social Media
IG - https://www.instagram.com/arnobbal/

***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 - "Age of Limbo" by Mali - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbDBRsOhpRA&ab_channel=MaliManojMusic

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

Arnob's first episode on Secret Sonics - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/11/15/secret-sonics-072-arnob-bal-nomadic-journeys-of-a-record-producer
My episode on Arnob’s podcast - https://flossdailyproductions.com/2021/05/19/ep-21-ben-wallick/
Mali’s record - https://open.spotify.com/album/6159SMEuKlw2odRgPKtc3U?autoplay=true
Kristian Montano - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/10/25/secret-sonics-069-kristian-montano
Arnob’s podcast - https://flossdailyproductions.com/podcast/
The Attack and Release Show - https://attackandreleaseshow.fireside.fm/
Darrick Atwater - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/25/secret-sonics-105-darrick-atwater-going-deep-on-sound-design
Damian Taylor - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/11/28/secret-sonics-123-damian-taylor-music-productions-deep-thinker
Brian Eno Oblique Methods - https://www.enoshop.co.uk/product/oblique-strategies.html
Rachmaninov Prelude D major op 23 no 4 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qoPDQzXVmk&ab_channel=newFranzFerencLiszt
Second Naivete - https://partiallyexaminedlife.com/2015/03/29/ricoeur-on-the-second-naivete/
Hegel - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hegelianism#:~:text=Hegelianism%20is%20the%20philosophy%20of,called%20the%20Idea%20by%20Hegel.
Daoism - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taoism
Idioteque - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svwJTnZOaco&ab_channel=Radiohead-Topic

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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Secret Sonics 123 - Damian Taylor - Music Production's Deep Thinker

Damian Taylor is a 7-time Grammy-nominated producer/mixer/engineer based out of LA, CA, USA! In our chat, Damian shares knowledge and insights from his vast career including the differences between music scenes across the globe, working with Bjork, gender inclusivity in our industry, and the importance of having a creative process. We go deep on his approach to staying creative and inspired, the importance of sleep, being in service of artists, fostering a life-long approach to learning, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Damian at https://www.damiantaylor.com/

You can follow Damian on Social Media
IG - https://www.instagram.com/hereisdamian/

***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 - "Trial by Fire" by Odette - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUJLId_q_2w&ab_channel=ODETTEVEVO

I made a Spotify playlist of some of the records referenced here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xuAV6SgxUH3CeUPvteIne?si=4762f8802a294268

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

Travis Ference - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/26/secret-sonics-114-travis-ference-redefining-success-in-music
Unkle - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unkle
The Prodigy - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Prodigy
Bjork - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bj%C3%B6rk
Guy Sigsworth - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_Sigsworth
The Complete Producer Network - https://www.completeproducer.net/
The Arcade Fire - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arcade_Fire
Sprawl 2 and Ready to Start Remixes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbB1N00UdIs&ab_channel=JamesMcCreesh and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehruYglx9LM&ab_channel=ArcadeFireTube
Odette - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odette_(musician)
Emily Lazar - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emily_Lazar
This is Your Brain on Music - https://amzn.to/3nYQb7P
Mix Accelerator - https://knowledge.completeproducer.pro/mapwaitlist
Timbaland - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timbaland
Jimmy Douglas - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Douglass
Damian’s Kit Page - https://kit.co/HereIsDamian
It’s All in Your Head - https://amzn.to/3D2b5aa
Morning Pages - https://juliacameronlive.com/basic-tools/morning-pages/
Franc Tetaz - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fran%C3%A7ois_T%C3%A9taz
Unfair Advantage (book) - https://amzn.to/3cTEVmX
Noah Kagan - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF2v8v8te3_u4xhIQ8tGy1g

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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-Ben

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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-Ben

Secret Sonics 121 - Casey Cavaliere - The Scope of the Record Process

Casey Cavaliere is a music producer, audio engineer, guitarist and songwriter currently based out of Atlanta, GA, USA! In our chat, Casey shares his journey; from guitarist in the band The Wonder Years to producing for other artists, helping with artist development, and podcasting. We chat about working with Joe Chiccarelli, remote production methods, collaboration, as well as going deep on his approach to guitar production for records, bringing out the emotion of a mix, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Casey at http://www.caseycavaliere.com/

You can follow Casey on Social Media
IG - https://www.instagram.com/case_rock/

***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***


The song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment isn't out yet but you can follow the artist Vanity Draft here - https://www.instagram.com/vanitydraft_/

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - https://discord.gg/7menEBGeYk

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

References

The Wonder Years - https://www.thewonderyearsband.com/
The Record Process - https://www.truelevelstudio.com/therecordprocess
Carl Bahner - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/10/10/secret-sonics-116-carl-bahner-serving-and-nurturing-artists
Spinal Tap - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/This_Is_Spinal_Tap
Popstar w/ Andy Samberg - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Popstar:_Never_Stop_Never_Stopping
Working With Podcast - https://carlpullein.podbean.com/
Joe Chiccarelli - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Chiccarelli
Frank Zappa - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Zappa
Vance Powell - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/11/secret-sonics-092-vance-powell-capturing-the-magic
Steve Evetts - https://www.instagram.com/steveevetts/
Listento - https://audiomovers.com/wp/
Lucas Gienow - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/10/4/secret-sonics-066-lucas-gienow
Marshall Jubilee (silver) - https://marshall.com/marshall-amps/products/amps/vintage-reissues/2555x
Fender Supersonic - https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/SupSon22BD--fender-super-sonic-22-22-watt-1x12-inch-tube-combo-amp-blonde
STL Tones - https://www.stltones.com/
Neural DSP - https://neuraldsp.com/
Finneas - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Finneas_O%27Connell
Jesse Ray Ernster - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/8/29/secret-sonics-110-jesse-ray-ernster-going-all-in-on-his-dreams
Darrick Atwater - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/25/secret-sonics-105-darrick-atwater-going-deep-on-sound-design
True Level Studio - https://www.truelevelstudio.com/

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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-Ben

Secret Sonics 120 - John McLucas - Unorthodox Pop Production

John McLucas is a pop producer, mixer, and mentor, based out of the USA! In our chat, John shares his journey; from rock/metal drummer to pop producer. We talk about reverse engineering a lifestyle that works for him, lessons learned about personal branding from Gary Vee, and living a digital nomad lifestyle. John also shares his approach to community building and outreach, mixing on headphones, having patience and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about John at https://www.johnmclucas.com/

You can follow John on Social Media
IG - https://www.instagram.com/john_mclucas/


You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Phone a Friend" by Lia Farrington & John McLucas & Bryce Ancil - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0C2BI0KzL9M&ab_channel=VariousArtists-Topic

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - https://discord.gg/7menEBGeYk

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

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
Build a Story Brand - https://amzn.to/3mR8MC7
Carl Bahner - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/10/10/secret-sonics-116-carl-bahner-serving-and-nurturing-artists
Enoch Yang - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/10/31/secret-sonics-119-enoch-yang-forging-an-authentic-path-in-music
VSX - https://stevenslateaudio.com/vsx
Audeze - https://www.audeze.com/
Chris Graham - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/5/2/secret-sonics-095-chris-graham-helping-audio-people-in-his-own-unique-way
Warren Huart - https://www.instagram.com/warrenhuart/
Drum Monkey Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oq4cRVnBSkc&ab_channel=JohnMcLucas
Pro Mix Academy - https://promixacademy.com/
75 Hard - https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info

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 119 - Enoch Yang - Forging an Authentic Path in Music

Enoch Yang is a music producer and the head of A&R at That Pitch, based in Charlotte, NC, USA! In our conversation, Enoch shares his journey; finding himself and exploring new music, working in live sound, having mentorships and eventually transitioning into a career working with Mark Eckert. We also talk about positioning himself as a remix producer, and centering his work around his mental health so that he can sustain a fruitful career in music. Enoch also shares some great tips for finding success in music as well as in the world of sync. Check it out!

You can learn more about Enoch at https://www.enochyang.com/

Save 20% with promo code "Sonics" at https://www.thatpitch.com/

You can follow Enoch on Social Media
IG - https://www.instagram.com/_enochyang/
FB - https://www.facebook.com/enochyangmusic

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Never Not Miss You (Enoch Yang Remix)" by Mallory Pacific - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piQtHoHC8e0&ab_channel=malloryisemotional

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - https://discord.gg/7menEBGeYk

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

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

References

Mark Eckert - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/5/31/secret-sonics-048-mark-eckert
John Mayer Album - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Where_the_Light_Is_(John_Mayer_album)
1975 album - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_1975_(album)
The Human Condition by Jon Bellion - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Human_Condition_(Jon_Bellion_album)
Adam Watts - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Watts_(musician)
Moshe Ackerman - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/20/secret-sonics-007-mo-ackerman
Terror Jr - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terror_Jr

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 118 - Antonia Gauci - Dedicating Herself to the Music

Antonia Gauci is a mixing engineer, music producer, and artist based out of Sydney, Australia! In our conversation, Antonia talks about balancing her engineering and artistic paths, as well as her approach to vocal production and mixing. She goes deep on her approach to reverb, reverb automation, and going out of the box. We also talk about dedicating herself to the music she works on, finding management, and practicing self-care! Check it out!

You can learn more about Antonia at https://www.antoniagauci.com/

You can follow Antonia on Social Media
IG - https://www.instagram.com/antoniagauci/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Urania (Beyond the Clouds)" by Indira Elias - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7wqtFaIG-A&ab_channel=IndiraElias

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - https://discord.gg/7menEBGeYk
Subscribe to the podcast and get my free guidebook "Music Production Essentials" here - https://mpe-ebook.benwallick.com/free-download

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
Australian Institute of Music - https://aim.edu.au/
Travis Ference - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/26/secret-sonics-114-travis-ference-redefining-success-in-music
Gauci - https://gauci.bandcamp.com/album/gauci
Simon Berckelman - http://goldenretrieverstudios.com/selected-discography
Ken Lewis - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/12/secret-sonics-112-ken-lewis-100-gold-records-and-beyond
Golden Retriever - http://goldenretrieverstudios.com/
Smart CL1A - https://vintageking.com/smart-research-c1la
Fairchild 660 - https://www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/compressors-limiters/fairchild-tube-limiter-collection.html
Andrew Maury - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/18/secret-sonics-104-andrew-maury-mixing-with-intuition
Bounce Butler - https://www.bouncebutler.com/
Valhalla - https://valhalladsp.com/shop/reverb/valhalla-vintage-verb/
AMS RMX 16 - https://www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/reverbs/rmx-16-expanded.html
Rob Kinelski - https://www.robkinelski.com/
Ryan Lewis - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ryan_Lewis
Ethiopiques - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%89thiopiques
Brian Lucey - http://magicgardenmastering.com/

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

-Ben

Secret Sonics 117 - Nicholas Di Lorenzo - Pushing Boundaries Beyond Mastering

Nicholas Di Lorenzo is a mastering engineer and the owner of Panorama Mixing and Mastering based out of Melbourne, Australia! In our second conversation on the podcast Nick talks about creating content for his YouTube channel and podcast and we go deep on how he uses his content to better serve the artists he works with. We also talk about not being afraid of acting on your ideas, setting boundaries versus going above and beyond to serve your clients, and we dive deep into his approach to mastering in the "Sauce" segment where we further breakdown last week's song and get the full picture including mastering involved! Check it out!


You can learn more about Nicholas at https://www.panoramamastering.com.au/

You can follow Nicholas on Social Media
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/panorama_mastering/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoVoTETPIUeaXarCTRl_LIg

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Daze with You" by Megaflower - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgENvwcAvmY&ab_channel=MEGAFLOWER

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - https://discord.gg/7menEBGeYk

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

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

References

Nick's first episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/6/28/secret-sonics-052-nicholas-di-lorenzo
Youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoVoTETPIUeaXarCTRl_LIg
Travis Ference - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/26/secret-sonics-114-travis-ference-redefining-success-in-music
After Mastering - https://www.instagram.com/aftermastering/
Steve Jobs - https://amzn.to/3DRE80W
Daniel Grimmett - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/3/21/secret-sonics-089-daniel-grimmett-helping-music-producers-succeed
Carl Bahner - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/10/10/secret-sonics-116-carl-bahner-serving-and-nurturing-artists
Craig Bauer - https://www.craigbauer.com/
Connor Salmoral - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/6/7/secret-sonics-049-connor-salmoral
Pete Lyman - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/11/secret-sonics-103-pete-lyman-how-to-cut-a-record
Kelvin Toneshaper - https://www.toneprojects.com/kelvin-tone-shaper.html
Blackbox - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/black_box_analog_design_hg-2.html

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 116 - Carl Bahner - Serving and Nurturing Artists

Carl Bahner is a music producer, mixing engineer and problem solver based out of Lancaster, PA, USA! In our second conversation on the podcast Carl talks about mixing C-pop and having the infrastructure set up to succeed doing remote mixing during the pandemic. We go deep on his new venture as a business coach for producers and he shares his approach to finding artists to reach out to and nurturing those relationships. We also talk about specializing within our field and delegating jobs others can do better than you, how to raise your rates, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Carl at https://www.carlbahner.com/

You can follow and reach out to Carl on Social MediaIG - https://www.instagram.com/carlbahner/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Daze with You" by Megaflower - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgENvwcAvmY&ab_channel=MEGAFLOWER

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - https://discord.gg/7menEBGeYk

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

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

References

Carl's first episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/8/9/secret-sonics-058-carl-bahner

Laurence Larson - https://www.instagram.com/lllarsonmusic/

Ken Lewis - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/12/secret-sonics-112-ken-lewis-100-gold-records-and-beyond

BTS - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BTS

C-pop - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C-pop

Megaflower - https://www.instagram.com/megaflowerr/

The Wombats - https://www.instagram.com/wombatsofficial/

Nicholas Di Lorenzo - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/6/28/secret-sonics-052-nicholas-di-lorenzo

Neural DSP - https://neuraldsp.com/

Eventide Quadravox - https://www.eventideaudio.com/plug-ins/quadravox/

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

-Ben

Secret Sonics 115 - Thomas Weathers - A Fresh Approach to Mixing

Thomas Weathers is a mixer, producer, and audio engineer based out of Denver, CO, USA. In our conversation Thomas shared his journey; committing to music, moving to Colorado, and maintaining a presence on the internet. We go deep on his approach to mixing inside of LUNA, using tech-forward stuff like the Slate VSX to help him reference and get quicker and better results, getting a big low end in hip hop music, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Thomas at https://tommydecibel.com/

You can follow Thomas on Social Media

FB - https://www.facebook.com/TommyDecibel

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

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - https://discord.gg/7menEBGeYk

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

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

References

Slate VSX - https://stevenslateaudio.com/vsx
Matthew Weiss - http://weiss-sound.com/
Fairchild 670 UAD - https://www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/compressors-limiters/fairchild-tube-limiter-collection.html
VMR - https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/VMR-e--slate-digital-vmr-2.0-virtual-mix-rack-plug-in-bundle-download
Ken Lewis - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/12/secret-sonics-112-ken-lewis-100-gold-records-and-beyond
Lucas Gienow - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/10/4/secret-sonics-066-lucas-gienow
Luna - https://www.uaudio.com/luna.html
Heat - https://www.avid.com/plugins/heat
Taylor Hahn - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/4/18/secret-sonics-093-taylor-hahn-building-a-life-of-growth-in-audio
Elysia Mpressor - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/elysia_mpressor.html
Travis Ference - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/26/secret-sonics-114-travis-ference-redefining-success-in-music
Pro L2 - https://www.fabfilter.com/products/pro-l-2-limiter-plug-in
Producer Hive - https://producerhive.com/

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Secret Sonics 114 - Travis Ference - Redefining Success in Music

Travis Ference is a Grammy nominated mixer, producer, and recording engineer based out of LA, CA, USA. In our conversation Travis shared his journey; from studying at Berklee College of Music to working at Capitol Studios to going freelance and eventually niching into mixing. We go deep on his approach to mixing, clearing space for the vocal and getting amazing vocal tones. We also dig into his podcast, Progressions, how he was able to redefine success for himself, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Travis at https://www.travisference.com/

You can follow Travis on Social Media

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

You can follow his podcast Progressions at https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "Running from a Ghost" by Corey Britz - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkdzN7ceifs&ab_channel=CoreyBritz-Topic

Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - https://discord.gg/7menEBGeYk

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

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

References

Matt Boudreau - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/2/14/secret-sonics-084-matt-boudreau-sustaining-a-life-in-audio
Travis on WCA - https://www.workingclassaudio.com/wca-351-with-travis-ference/
Progressions - https://www.progressionspodcast.com/
Capitol Studios - https://www.capitolstudios.com/
Elliot Scheiner - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elliot_Scheiner
Matthew Gerrard - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Gerrard
Alex Da Kid - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_da_Kid
Shoshana Bean - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shoshana_Bean
Lo Fang - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lo-Fang
Carl Bahner - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/8/9/secret-sonics-058-carl-bahner
Essentialism - https://amzn.to/3kEImCq
Jesse Ray Ernster - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/8/29/secret-sonics-110-jesse-ray-ernster-going-all-in-on-his-dreams
Valhalla Vintage Verb - https://valhalladsp.com/shop/reverb/valhalla-vintage-verb/
SPX 90 - https://www.vintagedigital.com.au/yamaha-spx90-multi-effects-processor/#:~:text=The%20Yamaha%20SPX90%20is%20an,wide%20range%20of%20exciting%20effects.&text=The%20Yamaha%20SPX90%20is%20equipped,30%20outstanding%20preset%20effect%20programs.
Plugin Alliance SSL - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/bx_console_ssl_4000_e.html
Andrew Maury - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/18/secret-sonics-104-andrew-maury-mixing-with-intuition
Corey Britz - https://www.instagram.com/coreybritz/?hl=en
Bush - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bush_(British_band)

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

-Ben

Secret Sonics 113 - Eduard Kort - Razor Sharp Focused Attention

Eduard Kort is a producer and mixer based out of Berlin, Germany. In his second episode on the podcast, Eduard shared how he deals with imposter syndrome, how to thrive in a pandemic, how he operates his production business completely over the internet, and how he sets boundaries so that his work allows him to live the life he wants. We also go deep on his approach to mixing inside of Ableton, how he uses parallel processing to make things sound massive, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Eduard at https://thefunklord.com/

You can follow Eduard on Social Media

IG - https://www.instagram.com/funklord.vhs/

You can listen to the song we discussed in the "Sauce" segment in its entirety here: "She Don't Love Me feat. Lovespeak" by 22Bullets - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vho5Mld7CMk&ab_channel=HEXAGON

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

Eduard’s first episode - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2020/4/20/secret-sonics-005-eduard-kort

Ken Lewis - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/9/12/secret-sonics-112-ken-lewis-100-gold-records-and-beyond
Graham Cochrane - https://www.grahamcochrane.com/
The 1 Page Marketing Plan - https://amzn.to/3lFotKJ
Jeff Walker - Product Launch Formula - https://amzn.to/3lFjDgM
The 4 Hour Workweek - https://amzn.to/39lq2Ii
Ableton - https://www.ableton.com/en/
Endless Smile - https://tailorednoise-downloads.com/DadaLifePurchase.php
Darrick Atwater - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/25/secret-sonics-105-darrick-atwater-going-deep-on-sound-design
Console 1 - https://www.softube.com/console1
Acustica Black - https://www.acustica-audio.com/store/t/acqua/tools/black
Andrew Maury - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2021/7/18/secret-sonics-104-andrew-maury-mixing-with-intuition
Plugin Alliance DSM vs 3 - https://www.plugin-alliance.com/en/products/pro_audio_dsp_dsm_v3.html
Oxford Inflator - https://www.sonnox.com/plugin/oxford-inflator-v3

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Secret Sonics 112 - Ken Lewis - 100 Gold Records and Beyond

Ken Lewis is a top major label producer, mixer, songwriter and musician based out of NY, NY, USA. In our conversation, Ken shared his journey; begging his parents for a guitar, making a name for himself by working with Kanye West and staying busy by being available to deliver. We go deep on his approach to mixing, his unique approach to comping vocals (mind-blowing for me), Mixing Night (his free educational/entertainment platform), developing his own plugin, and so much more! Check it out!

You can learn more about Ken at https://kenlewis.com/

You can learn more about Mixing Night at https://www.youtube.com/mixingnight

You can learn more about Ken’s plugin GreenHAAS at https://mixingnightaudio.com/

You can follow Ken on Social Media

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

FB - https://www.facebook.com/kenlewis

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

Kanye West - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kanye_West
BTS - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BTS
Pdogg - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pdogg
Des Rocs - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Des_Rocs
AJ Smith - http://www.ajsmithmusic.com/
Mike Stone - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Stone_(record_producer)
Dave Pensado - https://www.pensadosplace.tv/
Audio School Online - https://kenlewislive.audioschoolonline.com/
GreenHAAS - https://mixingnightaudio.com/
Skrizzly Adams 28 Acoustic Remix - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSiatD3kciY&ab_channel=SkrizzlyAdams
Soundradix Auto Align - https://www.soundradix.com/products/auto-align/
Roli keyboard - https://roli.com/products/seaboard
Autotune - https://www.antarestech.com/

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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