Car Stories with Sung Kang and Emelia Hartford
Ep1 Peter Brown
Sep 21, 2023
Peter Brown, Expert sound designer in Hollywood, joins Sung and Emelia to discuss the journey that brought him into sound design, and the recording and creation of Fast and Furious car sounds. They explore recording car sounds for movies, their involvement with the Fast and Furious franchise, car models and engine swaps, creating sounds for electric vehicles, and admire Peter's passion and success in his field.
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- Peter Brown discovered his passion for sound during grad school and found success by pursuing what he truly loves.
- Authenticity and character are crucial in creating engaging car sounds, and Peter Brown emphasizes the importance of imperfections and professional drivers.
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Passion for Sound and Film
Peter Brown, a supervising sound editor, discusses his love for sound and film. He recalls listening to the radio and being inspired by shows like Dr. Demento and The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. His interest in sound grew during grad school, where he discovered his passion for filmmaking. While initially aspiring to be a writer and director, he found that his talents aligned more with sound. Peter emphasizes the importance of knowing oneself and pursuing what one is truly passionate about in order to be successful in life.
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