Twenty Thousand Hertz

The Voices of Bluey w/ Uncle Stripe

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Oct 23, 2024
Dan Brumm, the sound designer and mixer for the hit children's show Bluey, shares insights into the tight-knit cast and their real-life connections. He reveals how natural environmental sounds enhance the show's authenticity and the charming process of recording voice actors, including real children. Anecdotes abound as Dan discusses the transition from musician to voice actor, and the genuine laughter that fuels the storytelling. The blend of heartfelt humor and relatable sibling dynamics truly showcases the joys and challenges of parenting.
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ANECDOTE

Actors Record Separately

  • Bluey's voice actors record individually, often in different cities.
  • This was revealed in a 2023 Jimmy Fallon interview where the parents, Dave McCormack (Bandit) and Melanie Zanetti (Chili), met for the first time.
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Custard Connection

  • Dan Brumm and his brother Joe were fans of Dave McCormack's band, Custard, before Bluey.
  • McCormack, Bluey's dad (Bandit), had no prior voice acting experience.
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Bandit's Voice

  • Dave McCormack's voice is the same for both Bandit and himself.
  • This often confuses children who expect a different voice.
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