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#143 Dave Brophy - "A Drum Set and a Dream"
On this episode of After the Gig, Jesse sits down with Dave Brophy, one of Boston’s most respected drummers and producers. Known for his skillful touch and dedication to serving the music, Dave shares insights from his notable career, including his early drumming days in Michigan, international tours, and his transition to full-time producing. Recorded at Q Division Studios, their conversation covers playing with dynamics, the nuances of music production, the art of effective studio communication, and building a sustainable career in music. Listeners gain a deep understanding of Brophy’s approach to creating a collaborative, stress-free environment in the studio and learn valuable lessons about the balance of preparation and creativity. The episode also explores Brophy’s experiences working with artists like Will Dailey and Rachel Price, breaking into the Boston music scene, and navigating the challenges of keeping the artistic integrity of demos while producing polished final records.
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00:00 Introduction to After the Gig
00:06 Meet Dave Brophy: Boston’s Drumming Legend
01:19 Dave’s Early Career and Influences
07:55 Transition to Boston and Breaking into the Scene
12:49 Producing Records and Studio Experiences
16:47 Navigating Studio Dynamics and Challenges
22:55 The Business Side of Music Production
24:27 The Efficiency of Professional Studios
25:09 The Importance of Preparation
25:46 Balancing Creativity and Practicality
27:50 Pre-Production and Production Insights
30:53 Navigating Demo Love and Re-Recording
33:02 Mixing Techniques and Challenges
39:04 Career Reflections and Future Goals
45:02 Current and Upcoming Projects
47:12 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
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On this episode of After the Gig, Jesse sits down with Dave Brophy, one of Boston’s most respected drummers and producers. Known for his skillful touch and dedication to serving the music, Dave shares insights from his notable career, including his early drumming days in Michigan, international tours, and his transition to full-time producing. Recorded at Q Division Studios, their conversation covers playing with dynamics, the nuances of music production, the art of effective studio communication, and building a sustainable career in music. Listeners gain a deep understanding of Brophy’s approach to creating a collaborative, stress-free environment in the studio and learn valuable lessons about the balance of preparation and creativity. The episode also explores Brophy’s experiences working with artists like Will Dailey and Rachel Price, breaking into the Boston music scene, and navigating the challenges of keeping the artistic integrity of demos while producing polished final records.
Newsletter
Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6AhUzWzyCrTgffuNlTjLG3jEmj5h4pmZ
Support the Podcast on Patreon!
* All links right here!!
https://linktr.ee/jessehumphrey
EMAIL US!
https://www.instagram.com/afterthegig/
@afterthegig
00:00 Introduction to After the Gig
00:06 Meet Dave Brophy: Boston’s Drumming Legend
01:19 Dave’s Early Career and Influences
07:55 Transition to Boston and Breaking into the Scene
12:49 Producing Records and Studio Experiences
16:47 Navigating Studio Dynamics and Challenges
22:55 The Business Side of Music Production
24:27 The Efficiency of Professional Studios
25:09 The Importance of Preparation
25:46 Balancing Creativity and Practicality
27:50 Pre-Production and Production Insights
30:53 Navigating Demo Love and Re-Recording
33:02 Mixing Techniques and Challenges
39:04 Career Reflections and Future Goals
45:02 Current and Upcoming Projects
47:12 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
Get full access to After the Gig at afterthegig.substack.com/subscribe
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