The New Producers Podcast

Should you ever record for free? Can you run a home studio while you have a day job? How can you use your website and social media to advertise your studio? We tackle these questions in episode #10 along with the one major key that is just as important in your studio as the sound quality that you can produce. We wrap it all up with an inspiring story about the life of Albert Einstein that will get you fired up about the possibilities of the exciting times that we live in. Thanks for listening! 

During a recent conversation of ours the question came up "when you're listening to a mix what elements stand out to you that make you think it is either amateur or pro?" We keyed in on 5 particular things that stand out to us and that's what we share in today's episode. Also, we end on an unexpected and pretty epic rant that we hope you'll enjoy :) 

In episode #8 of The New Producers Podcast we discuss a fresh approach to mixing in the box that will help your home and project studio mixes compete with your favorite albums. Also, a review of Mix with the Masters subscription plan and Slate Audio Legends mixing course with Chris Lord-Alge.

Actionable tips for licensing your music for film / tv / ads from Lee Hester of Too Far Moon. In this episode: 0:56 - How Lee built lasting relationships with Music Supervisors 18:50 - What is the single most important element for making licensing work for a "modern musician?" 25:08 - The story behind Lee's song "Be OK" being featured in the film "Ashby" starring Mickey Rourke, Sarah Silverman & Emma Roberts. 27:38 - Why your music matters and how it can make a difference for people around the world. 43:29 - The unique effect used for the opening sound of "Be OK" that Lee created working with producer Brent Milligan in Nashville. 46:56 - Lee shares his experience of getting to write a song with Jon Foreman from Switchfoot at their studio "Spot X" in San Diego. Links from this episode: Connect with Lee at: https://www.facebook.com/TooFarMoon/ 

In episode 6 of The New Producers Podcast, we traveled to Wilmington, NC to Lee Hester's Logan Manor Studios to discuss all things Music Licensing. 1:00 - How Lee got his first song placement on a TV Show. 6:05 - The humble gear used for Lee's first 3 albums. 10:50 - What music supervisors are looking for in the music that you send them. 17:50 - Should you work with music libraries that re-title? 21:34 - How Lee continued to license his music after the initial placements on Dawson's Creek. 24:13 - Tips to make sure you contact the right music supervisors for your music and how to communicate effectively with them. 32:52 - Gracenote Database & Metadata - making sure your music files contain the information that is critical for music supervisors. 48:01 - Hear a sample of one of Lee's songs "Strong Enough" by Too Far Moon. Links from this episode: Lee's Music: https://www.facebook.com/TooFarMoon/ The Music Industry Registry that Lee used to find contact information for music supervisors: https://secure2.datafabrication.com/recordxpress/main_content.asp?/recordxpress/main_content.asp How to submit your CD information to the Gracenote Database: http://diymusician.cdbaby.com/musician-tips/how-to-submit-your-track-information-to-gracenote-using-itunes-11/

In episode #5 of The New Producers Podcast we discuss music streaming services like Spotify & Apple Music, specifically, if they are a good idea for us indie musicians to offer our music on. We go on to discuss further ideas of how to make your career as an indie band or artist sustainable in this ever-changing music industry. Let us know what you guys are doing with your recent and upcoming releases. 

In this episode, we discuss the hot topic of subscription-based software in pro audio (Slate Digital in particular). We discuss all the pros and cons and try to help decide who should stick to the perpetual license purchasing platform and who should take advantage of the new subscription-based plans. Let us know what you guys decide works best for you and your studio! 

In this episode, we discuss our motto of "Whatever It Takes" when it comes to getting a great(not just good enough) end product when tracking/editing/mixing/or mastering a project. This approach has helped us to grow by leaps and bounds and we hope the tips in this episode will help out for anyone that has leveled out and would like to take your skills to another level. If you have a burning desire to push yourself to do your very best work each time then this episode is for you! 

In the debut episode of our home studio/pro audio podcast, we discuss breaking through the creative wall(and how to avoid it moving forward) to ensure your music production is always on point.