Ken Andrews is a producer and mixing engineer who has worked with artists such as Jimmy Eat World, Paramore, Beck, and many more. Not only is he an amazing engineer, but he is best known as the co-founder, lead vocalist, guitarist, bassist and co-songwriter of the alternative rock band Failure.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

Striking the balance of vibe vs technical perfection
Working with Jimmy Eat World
How to make a mix feel full when you only have a single guitar performance
How to use room mics to make your drums sound bigger
Using automation on drums to create movement within a mix
How to control cymbal bleed

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Ken Andrews: How to Make Your Drums Sound Huge