MPW Podcast

MPW Podcast

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MPW Podcast episodes

  • 120. Creating Sound Packs in Antarctica

    Ever wondered what it would be like to capture recordings for producing music in Antarctica? In this episode Xylo chats with artist and climate change activist Madame Gandhi about her work and the experience of creating sound packs from expeditions in Antarctica and also the Arctic Circle. Gandhi also discusses music's place in the climate change conversation and the impact it can have on our actions.


    Join a community of female artists and producers around the world and get free acess to masterclasses and more by becoming a member of MPW: https://www.musicproductionforwomen.com/membership


    Antarctica Sound Pack: https://splice.com/sounds/packs/splice-soundscapes/antarctica-with-madame-gandhi-x-sound-mana/samples

    45 min
  • 119. Creating a Successful Career as a Songwriter

    Ever wondered what it takes to create a #1 hit song as a songwriter and what you need to do to get there? In this episode Xylo chats with experienced Music Executive LeAnn Phelan who has worked with Grammy Award winning songwriters on what sets apart the songwriters who succeed and what songwriters can do to improve their skills. She also talks about what music publishers look for when signing songwriters for publising deals.


    Distrokid has kindly offered all MPW listeners a 30% discount off the first year of their annual subscription! Use the following link to redeem the discount: ⁠⁠https://distrokid.com/vip/mpw


    Learn more about LeAnn: https://leannphelan.com/

    53 min
  • 118. Using Gain to Improve Your Mix

    Gain is an extremely important step in the mixing process but what do you actually need to think about to use it most effectively in your mixes? In this episode Xylo chats to Mixer, Producer and Founder of The Academy of Audio, Simon Moro about how to use Gain in various stages in the mix process to increase clarity and enhace your track overall.


    Free Tickets to the MPW Women in Music Tech Summit for our listeners can be found here: https://www.musicproductionforwomen.com/events


    Find out more about Simon Moro and the Academy of Audio: https://academyofaudio.edu.au/

    39 min
  • 117. AI in Music: Current State and the Potential Future

    Are you feeling a worried about what the future looks like for musicians in the age of AI? If so things may not be as scary as you initially thought! In this episode Xylo chats with Head of Insight at Music Ally, Stuart Dredge about the pros and cons of AI in the music industry, how artists are currenty using AI tools and what the future may potentially look like with this technology.


    Free tickets to MPW's Women in Music Tech Summit can be claimed at: http://musicproductionforwomen.com/events

    Price of Music Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5DSSLJAPUCLy5He3hjp0j1

    50 min
  • 116. Mastering Different Genres

    Have you wondered if the mastering process is different depending on the genre of the song being mastered? In this episode, mastering engineer Natalie Bibby talks through her process when mastering different genres, what to consider and her favourite tools to use to master different kinds of music.

    Distrokid has kindly offered all MPW listeners a 30% discount off the first year of their annual subscription! Use the following link to redeem the discount: ⁠https://distrokid.com/vip/mpw

    38 min
  • 115. Recording Strings, Some Tricks & Tips

    Would you love to record some violin, cellos, harp or guitar and are not sure where to start? In this episode we chat to award winning engineer Fiona Cruickshank on her suggestions on which mics to use, recording techniques, recording environment etc. to to the best sound for these instruments.


    Join a community of female artists and producers around the world by becoming a member of MPW: https://www.musicproductionforwomen.com/membership

    43 min
  • 114. How to Prepare your Mix for Master

    To get a great master on a track from our mastering engineer, we need to ensure that we are giving them the best possibile mix as a starting point! In this episode Xylo Aria chats to Grammy Nominated mastering engineer Joseph Carra on the top things to consider when preparing your mix before sending it off for mastering.

    Distrokid has kindly offered all MPW listeners a 30% discount off the first year of their annual subscription! Use the following link to redeem the discount: ⁠https://distrokid.com/vip/mpw

    51 min
  • 113. Being Your Authentic Self in the Music Industry

    It is quite a challenge in staying true to oneself amidst the pressures and expectations of the music world, but have you ever wondered what it truly means to be your authentic self while aiming to achieve remarkable success in the music industry? In this episode, Xylo chats with Nashville-based award-winning songwriter and producer, Bonnie Baker, about discovering your truth and worth, and being brave enough to embrace your authentic self in the music business.

    Distrokid has kindly offered all MPW listeners a 30% discount off the first year of their annual subscription! Use the following link to redeem the discount: https://distrokid.com/vip/mpw

    48 min
  • 112. Claiming Space In The Music Industry

    In many areas where men have been in control, women are now stepping up and making their presence known, but what challenges do they face and what keeps them going as they claim their space? In this episode, Xylo chats with professor, sound engineer, and record producer, Susan Rogers, about overcoming doubts & driving towards success, and tips and advice for women in the workplace.


    Grab your FREE tickets to our EmpowHer Sound US Tour at https://musicproductionforwomen.com/events.

    51 min
  • 111. Production Techniques In Dance Music

    Dance music has a unique way of electrifying the atmosphere, but what is it about those beats and pulsing rhythms that makes it so catchy? In this episode, Xylo chats with producer, singer-songwriter & educator, Kerry Leva, about dance music and the important elements and techniques in producing one.

    Grab your FREE tickets to our EmpowHer Sound US Tour at https://musicproductionforwomen.com/events.

    53 min

About MPW Podcast

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A podcast to help empower women to learn about music production, audio engineering, and the general music industry. Each episode is a discussion between the Founder of Music Production for Women, Xylo Aria, and a renowned expert on the topic of the day. Feel inspired and learn how to take your first steps into the music industry by hearing the stories of the guests and their various journeys. The MPW podcast aims to give musicians of today enough starting knowledge without feeling too daunted or overwhelmed!