Today we talk about Chris Cornell and what success looks like. And in the Quick Tip, Joe shares a boring “hack” that has made a MASSIVE difference in how he releases music. LINKS FROM THE SHOW: Graham’s article: Chris Cornell Made Me a Better Songwriter Graham’s Single Joe’s A Cappella tune GilderCam Free training – 3 … Continue reading Episode #56 – Chris Cornell and the Danger of the Success Myth

In this episode, we talk about new ways of approaching releasing music, and in the Quick Tip, Graham shares a simple way to jumpstart your songwriting. Links from the show: How Gnash Is Making Billboard Top 10 Hits In His Dad’s Garage The New Rules of the Music Industry How to Sell Your Music Online Frankie Barranco … Continue reading Episode #55 – A More Freeing Way To Release Your Music

In this episode, we make the case for using (gasp!) stock plugins. In the Quick Tip, Joe shares how he discovered a fun, free online songwriting tool. Links from the show: Grow Up And Stop Using Cracked Plugins (Graham) Why I Don’t Pirate Plugins (Joe) As always, this episode brought you by Dueling Mixes, the … Continue reading Episode #54 – The Case for Stock Plugins

In this episode, we talk about Graham’s latest EP, and why he believes it’s his best work thus far (and how the same principles apply to you and your work as well). In the Quick Tip, Graham shares the power of the 4 dB Rule. Links from the show: GrahamCochrane.com Joe’s Cassette Recording 4dB Rule … Continue reading Episode #53 – The #1 Reason Your Next Project Will Be Your Best Sounding Yet

In this episode, we discuss virtual drum software and sample replacement. Is it cheating? And in the Quick Tip, Joe shares a powerful free mixing resource that you don’t want to miss out on. Links from the show: Using EZ Drummer To Build Custom Drum Tracks Mix Together Links from the show: As always, this episode … Continue reading Episode #52 – Virtual Drummers & Sample Replacement: Is It Cheating?

In this episode, we talk all about microphones. Does it really matter which one you use? And in the Quick Tip, Graham shares a powerful way to get more done in your studio if you’re short on time. Links from the show: Vocal Mic Shootout: What Is The Perfect Microphone For Vocal Recording #AskJoeGilder 178 – … Continue reading Episode #51 – Does It Really Matter Which Mic You Use?

In our 50th episode, we talk about something that’s been a theme around here since Episode 1. And in the Quick Tip, Joe shares why he’s obsessed with notch filters. Links from the show: Band went to #1 On Spotify The Truth About Why Your Mixes Suck Record An Album On Your Phone? Joe Writes 50 Songs (Episode #34) … Continue reading Episode #50 – Why Recording and Mixing Is (Still) All About The Song

In this episode, Graham interviews Joe about his template approach to mixing albums and EP’s, and approach that could potentially save you tons of time, improve your mixes, and even make you more money. And in the Quick Tip, Graham shares how he’s hacking Parkinson’s Law for his new EP. As always, this episode brought … Continue reading Episode #49 – A Template Approach to Mixing

In this episode, we break out our time machine and play some of our very first mixes for you. Why? Because it’s important that you realize everyone sounds terrible when the first start out. Come laugh with us (or at us, if you like). In the Quick Tip, Joe shares how he accidentally discovered a … Continue reading Episode #48 – Our Old Mixes Exposed (And Why They Sucked)

In this episode, we talk about what Graham refers to as the “magic zone” of mixing, and why it’s so crucial that you get this part right. In the Quick Tip, Graham shares a simple way to make your toms punch through the mix with more clarity As always, this episode brought you by Dueling Mixes, … Continue reading Episode #47 – The Magic Zone Of Mixing