This week's guest is Donnie Scearce of Sugar Immersive and Sugar Guitars!

Donnie is a seasoned engineer with years of high quality work under his belt and has over the last couple of years delved deep into the world of atmos and spatial audio mixing!

Check out Donnie at: https://www.sugarimmersive.com/

YEARLY REVIEW VIDEO:

https://youtu.be/zKC_XUI8JmM?si=2U_iOOUsFbsiAY3u

Mic Review Video: https://youtu.be/7DESP_guJtI?si=acjcJ4uRS9fwoFO-

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Discord:

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Welcome to the Home Studio Hangout!

Where we explore what it's like building, running, and working out of a home studio with Andrew Simmons, Josh Matotek, and a bunch of guests from different aspects of the music industry.

We want to help everyone create amazing music, learn from others, and grow together!

Whether you are just starting out or you have some experience under your belt, these episodes are gonna give you a bunch of great insight into different aspects of the music and audio industry.

Follow Us: @homestudiohangout

Join Us On TikTok: @homestudiohangoutpod

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This week we have back friend and fellow producer Jesse Shirts on to talk about ways that Artists can prepare for a better studio session

YEARLY REVIEW VIDEO:

https://youtu.be/zKC_XUI8JmM?si=2U_iOOUsFbsiAY3u

Mic Review Video: https://youtu.be/7DESP_guJtI?si=acjcJ4uRS9fwoFO-

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Discord:

https://discord.gg/76UbVch2vA

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Welcome to the Home Studio Hangout!

Where we explore what it's like building, running, and working out of a home studio with Andrew Simmons, Josh Matotek, and a bunch of guests from different aspects of the music industry.

We want to help everyone create amazing music, learn from others, and grow together!

Whether you are just starting out or you have some experience under your belt, these episodes are gonna give you a bunch of great insight into different aspects of the music and audio industry.

Follow Us: @homestudiohangout

Join Us On TikTok: @homestudiohangoutpod

#HomeStudio #songwriter #podcast

This week we have back friend and fellow producer Jesse Shirts on to talk about ways that Artists can prepare for a better studio session

YEARLY REVIEW VIDEO:

https://youtu.be/zKC_XUI8JmM?si=2U_iOOUsFbsiAY3u

Mic Review Video: https://youtu.be/7DESP_guJtI?si=acjcJ4uRS9fwoFO-

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Check out Riverside for Video Podcasting:

https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_2&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=andrew-simmons

Join us in the conversation!!!!!

Discord:

https://discord.gg/76UbVch2vA

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Welcome to the Home Studio Hangout!

Where we explore what it's like building, running, and working out of a home studio with Andrew Simmons, Josh Matotek, and a bunch of guests from different aspects of the music industry.

We want to help everyone create amazing music, learn from others, and grow together!

Whether you are just starting out or you have some experience under your belt, these episodes are gonna give you a bunch of great insight into different aspects of the music and audio industry.

Follow Us: @homestudiohangout

Join Us On TikTok: @homestudiohangoutpod

#HomeStudio #songwriter #podcast

2025 REVIEW CHECKLIST BELOW

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1. Best Music/Production Moment in 2025

2. Most Frustrating Music/Production Moment in 2025

3. A MASSIVE Overall WIN For You in 2025

4. Biggest Thing You Learned From 2025

5. Something You Are Excited To Improve-On or Explore in 2026

DROP YOUR THOUGHTS OR SIX MONTH REVIEWS BELOW!

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Intro

YEARLY REVIEW VIDEO:

https://youtu.be/zKC_XUI8JmM?si=2U_iOOUsFbsiAY3u

Mic Review Video: https://youtu.be/7DESP_guJtI?si=acjcJ4uRS9fwoFO-

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Join us in the conversation!!!!!

Discord:

https://discord.gg/76UbVch2vA

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Welcome to the Home Studio Hangout!

Where we explore what it's like building, running, and working out of a home studio with Andrew Simmons, Josh Matotek, and a bunch of guests from different aspects of the music industry.

We want to help everyone create amazing music, learn from others, and grow together!

Whether you are just starting out or you have some experience under your belt, these episodes are gonna give you a bunch of great insight into different aspects of the music and audio industry.

Follow Us: @homestudiohangout

Join Us On TikTok: @homestudiohangoutpod

#HomeStudio #songwriter #podcast

Grab Seth's Preset Pack HERE: https://sethvelvetyear.gumroad.com/l/indiepopcorywongx

@panorama_mastering video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDcjijw8XAY

Seth talks about the recent Taylor Swift albums largely negative reception, and Andrew talks about how KPOP Demon Hunters might have a HUGE effect on the future of the music industry....

Follow the Boys on socials:

@thevelvetyear

@musicbydru

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Check out Riverside for Video Podcasting:

https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_2&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=andrew-simmons

Join us in the conversation!!!!!

Discord:

https://discord.gg/76UbVch2vA

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Welcome to the Home Studio Hangout!

Where we explore what it's like building, running, and working out of a home studio with a bunch of guests from different aspects of the music industry.

We want to help everyone create amazing music, learn from others, and grow together!

Whether you are just starting out or you have some experience under your belt, these episodes are gonna give you a bunch of great insight into different aspects of the music and audio industry.

Follow Us: @homestudiohangout

Join Us On TikTok: @homestudiohangoutpod

#HomeStudio #songwriter #podcast

Grab Seth's Preset Pack HERE: https://sethvelvetyear.gumroad.com/l/indiepopcorywongx

⁨@panorama_mastering⁩ video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDcjijw8XAY

Seth talks about the recent Taylor Swift albums largely negative reception, and Andrew talks about how KPOP Demon Hunters might have a HUGE effect on the future of the music industry....

Follow the Boys on socials:

@thevelvetyear

@musicbydru

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Check out Riverside for Video Podcasting:

https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_2&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=andrew-simmons

Join us in the conversation!!!!!

Discord:

https://discord.gg/76UbVch2vA

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Welcome to the Home Studio Hangout!

Where we explore what it's like building, running, and working out of a home studio with a bunch of guests from different aspects of the music industry.

We want to help everyone create amazing music, learn from others, and grow together!

Whether you are just starting out or you have some experience under your belt, these episodes are gonna give you a bunch of great insight into different aspects of the music and audio industry.

Follow Us: @homestudiohangout

Join Us On TikTok: @homestudiohangoutpod

#HomeStudio #songwriter #podcast

Seth talks about the recent Taylor Swift albums largely negative reception, and Andrew talks about how KPOP Demon Hunters might have a HUGE effect on the future of the music industry....

Follow the Boys on socials:

@thevelvetyear

@musicbydru

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Check out Riverside for Video Podcasting:

https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_2&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=andrew-simmons

Join us in the conversation!!!!!

Discord:

https://discord.gg/76UbVch2vA

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Welcome to the Home Studio Hangout!

Where we explore what it's like building, running, and working out of a home studio with a bunch of guests from different aspects of the music industry.

We want to help everyone create amazing music, learn from others, and grow together!

Whether you are just starting out or you have some experience under your belt, these episodes are gonna give you a bunch of great insight into different aspects of the music and audio industry.

Follow Us: @homestudiohangout

Join Us On TikTok: @homestudiohangoutpod

#HomeStudio #songwriter #podcast

Seth talks about the recent Taylor Swift albums largely negative reception, and Andrew talks about how KPOP Demon Hunters might have a HUGE effect on the future of the music industry....

Follow the Boys on socials:

@thevelvetyear

@musicbydru

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Check out Riverside for Video Podcasting:

https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_2&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=andrew-simmons

Join us in the conversation!!!!!

Discord:

https://discord.gg/76UbVch2vA

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Welcome to the Home Studio Hangout!

Where we explore what it's like building, running, and working out of a home studio with a bunch of guests from different aspects of the music industry.

We want to help everyone create amazing music, learn from others, and grow together!

Whether you are just starting out or you have some experience under your belt, these episodes are gonna give you a bunch of great insight into different aspects of the music and audio industry.

Follow Us: @homestudiohangout

Join Us On TikTok: @homestudiohangoutpod

#HomeStudio #songwriter #podcast

THIS WEEK.... Seth drives across the country and Andrew has a mental breakdown about losing all inspiration in music and content

Catch a live stream from Seth:

@thevelvetyear

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Check out Riverside for Video Podcasting:

https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_2&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=andrew-simmons

Join us in the conversation!!!!!

Discord:

https://discord.gg/76UbVch2vA

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Welcome to the Home Studio Hangout!

Where we explore what it's like building, running, and working out of a home studio with Andrew Simmons, Josh Matotek, and a bunch of guests from different aspects of the music industry.

We want to help everyone create amazing music, learn from others, and grow together!

Whether you are just starting out or you have some experience under your belt, these episodes are gonna give you a bunch of great insight into different aspects of the music and audio industry.

Follow Us: @homestudiohangout

Join Us On TikTok: @homestudiohangoutpod

#HomeStudio #songwriter #podcast

this week.... Seth drives across the country and Andrew has a mental breakdown about losing all inspiration

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NEED 1-ON-1 CONSULTING? CHECK OUT MY SITE!

https://www.musicbydru.com/coaching

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Check out Riverside for Video Podcasting:

https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_2&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=andrew-simmons

Join us in the conversation!!!!!

Discord:

https://discord.gg/76UbVch2vA

_______________________________

Welcome to the Home Studio Hangout!

Where we explore what it's like building, running, and working out of a home studio with Andrew Simmons, Josh Matotek, and a bunch of guests from different aspects of the music industry.

We want to help everyone create amazing music, learn from others, and grow together!

Whether you are just starting out or you have some experience under your belt, these episodes are gonna give you a bunch of great insight into different aspects of the music and audio industry.

Follow Us: @homestudiohangout

Join Us On TikTok: @homestudiohangoutpod

#HomeStudio #songwriter #podcast