Progressions: Success in the Music Industry

Today’s guest is music producer and mixing engineer Andrew Maury. Andrew started his career running front of house for Ra Ra Riot before moving full time into the studio. Since then he’s done mixes for artists such as Shawn Mendes, Lizzo, Post Malone, Jeremy Zucker, Coin, and Madi Diaz. As well as production work with Kimbra, Lewis Del Mar, and CRUISR. We have a great chat about how live sound can influence making records, feeling the low end when you mix, how learning can make you worse before it makes you better, and why you should view your career as the long game.In this episode we'll dig in on...The importance of collaborating with people you resonate withCo-Producing and mixing Shawn Mendes "There's Nothing Holdin' Me Back"Latency when mixing with controllers and plug-insRemote mixing and working with notesAttending Mix with the Masters and studying with Michael BrauerHow the beginner's mind lets you work on instinctWorking with a managerFeeling the how the low end of a mix hits youLive Sound vs Studio SoundNavigating additional production from the mixer's chairMixing your own productionsASC Tube Traps Attack WallSoundflow (Affiliate Link)Learn More About Andrew Maury...Website: http://andrewmaury.net/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aemaury/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Listen to Secret Sonics!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️https://www.travisference.com/2025plan📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspodConnect with Me:📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/appleSpotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotifyCredits:Guest: Andrew MauryHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Stephen BoydTheme Music: inter.ference

Today’s guest is Los Angeles based musician, producer, engineer, and mixer Alex Crescioni. Alex currently works out of his studio, Stygian Sound, which is located in the legendary Sound City Center complex. Focusing on heavy and dark genres in the metal world, Alex has worked with artists on Cleopatra Records, Pavement Music, Metal Assault Records, and Nuclear Blast Records as well as collaborated with Meegs Rascon, Chris Collier, and Tim Palmer. We have a great chat about the subgenres of metal, the strategy behind creating a selected discography, niching down to focus on music that you are passionate about, and how being a prepared client brings the best out of everybody involved.In this episode we'll dig in on...Learning from your failuresStudio etiquetteHaving a studio in the Sound City complexThe importance of finding people that will give you their honest opinionPutting technical metal riffs under the studio microscopeNiching down to make music you loveStudying guitar and recording at Musicians InstituteClassical piano and The Suzuki MethodThe art navigating of Los Angeles trafficGetting a loan and jumping head first into owning a studioWord of mouth referralsHow marketing can lead to transaction temporary clientsSeparation of work and lifeDSP guitar amp simulators vs real tube ampsGuitar string guageLearn More About Alex Crescioni...Website: https://www.alexcrescioni.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexcrescioni/Stygian Sound IG: https://www.instagram.com/stygiansound/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Listen to Secret Sonics!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️https://www.travisference.com/2025plan📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspodConnect with Me:📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/appleSpotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotifyCredits:Guest: Alex CrescioniHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Stephen BoydTheme Music: inter.ference

Today’s guest is Brooklyn based Grammy nominated producer and mixer Chris Tabron. Chris’ credits include names such as The Strokes, Common, Robert Glasper, Battles, Die Antwoord, and Beyonce. He also does remix work under the moniker Madison Avenue Girls, has produced a documentary, and has also recently started a YouTube channel. We chat about how DJing shaped his approach to production, focusing on the “why” behind what you’re doing, and the importance of recognizing when being comfortable might be keeping you from your goals.In this episode we'll dig in on...DJing and seeing the effect music has on peopleKeeping a "Beginner's Mind"Technology as a touchstone of access, not a barrier to accessReading gear manualsPushing your assistants to "out grow the job"Big Studio vs Apprenticing/MentoringThe was of working with amazing musiciansUnderestimating the power of networking early in your careerGoing to studios to hang out with friendsThinking of a discography as a calling card and legacyEvery person is a body of knowledge worth tapping intoWorking for Tony MaseratiGuerrilla recording indie bandsRecognizing when opportunities aren't what you expected, but making them what you need.Learn More About ...Linktree: https://christabron.com/links Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabnetic/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrp6Va-4r5RkaIF0ARYFS8g📢 Our Sponsors 📢Listen to Secret Sonics!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️https://www.travisference.com/2025plan📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspodConnect with Me:📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/appleSpotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotifyCredits:Guest: Chris TabronHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Stephen BoydTheme Music: inter.ference

Today’s guest is Madelynn Eylse, an LA-based musician and the founder of the boutique label services company Shark Attack. Madelynn founded Shark Attack to empower indie artists and to help them navigate the landscape of today’s new and ever changing music industry. Since 2016, Madelynn has coached over 100 artists along their path to being truly independent as well as worked with the major labels. We cover topics like activating the Spotify algorithm, how to grow using TikTok, what a successful ad campaign looks like, and release strategies for new music in 2022.In this episode we'll dig in on...The do's and don'ts of playlistingRelease strategies for new music in 2022Getting a record deal offer and turning it downSync licensing as a source of incomePassive streams vs gaining fansWhat a good Call to Action looks likeWhat to spend music marketing dollars on and howOrganic growth metrics to look out for in 2022Pre-Save vs Pre-OrderBuilding fans through Tik TokUnderstanding Spotify for ArtistsPlaylist bottingSocial media engagement targetsDisco: Music Management and Sharing Platform (https://disco.ac/)Learn More About ...Website: https://www.thisissharkattack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThisIsSharkAttack/Twitter: https://twitter.com/thisissharkattkMedium: https://madelynnelyse.medium.com/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Listen to Secret Sonics!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️https://www.travisference.com/2025plan📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspodConnect with Me:📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/appleSpotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotifyCredits:Guest: Madelynn ElyseHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Stephen BoydTheme Music: inter.ference

In this is a special bonus episode, I sit down with Noël Jackson to discuss the world of blockchain, NFTs, Web 3.0 and the potential impact these things could have on music and the arts. Noël is an artist, music producer, and mastering engineer, as well as a computer engineer, UX designer, and hacker. We chat through the basics of what blockchain, smart contracts and cryptocurrencies are and then work into the implications they could have on music royalties, ownership, and how transparency leads to the sustainability of the arts.In this episode we'll dig in on...DecentralizationHow blockchain can reinvent the record storeMining Bitcoin with volcanosSmart contracts implications in music and artThe importance of understanding the technology you are usingDigital assetsThe need for transparency in the music industryProof of Work vs Proof of StakeData tracking purposes vs Monetary PurposesLearn More About ...Website: https://noeljackson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noelndj/Twitter: https://twitter.com/noelProduct Strategy Firm: https://necessary.vision/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Listen to Secret Sonics!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️https://www.travisference.com/2025plan📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspodConnect with Me:📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/appleSpotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotifyCredits:Guest: Noël JacksonHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Stephen BoydTheme Music: inter.ference

Today’s guest is mixing and mastering engineer Nicholas Di Lorenzo. Nicholas is the owner and operator of Panorama Mastering in Melbourne, Australia. Since opening the studio 6 years ago Panorama has been involved in over 3000 projects, including artists such as Tentendo, Ava King, and Dugong Jr. As well as labels and publishing companies like Universal Music Group and Sony ATV. We have a great chat about loudness target myths, how to build a client roster, the importance of mental health awareness in the music industry.In this episode we'll dig in on...Mastering in Pro ToolsNon-Traditional studio modelsThe future of file deliveryBuilding a team that facilitates a great experience for clientsHow to build a new client roster3 am gym sessionsFrictionless content creationClient feedbackThe Melbourne studio sceneLogic vs Pro Tools for editing and mixingRecognizing the reality of the music industrySocial media as a creative outletLearn More About ...Website: https://www.panoramamastering.com.au/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PanoramamasteringAustralia/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/panorama_mastering/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@panorama_mastering📢 Our Sponsors 📢Listen to Secret Sonics!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️https://www.travisference.com/2025plan📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspodConnect with Me:📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/appleSpotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotifyCredits:Guest: Nicholas Di LorenzoHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Stephen BoydTheme Music: inter.ference

This week’s guest is Los Angeles based producer, engineer, and mixer Stephen Kaye. Stephen splits his time between film & TV projects and record projects. His credits include Fitz and the Tantrums, Lucius, Salem Ilese, Inara George, Hepcat, and Ziggy Marley. As well as movies and shows such as Bridesmaids, Green Book, Bridgerton, Dear White People, and most recently King Richard. We chat about the FOMO of balancing projects, reading music, and working with orchestral instruments in less than ideal circumstances.In this episode we'll dig in on...Working SmarterDealing with not being creditedRecording Beatles sound-a-likes in high school for funUsing Vienne Ensemble MIR to recreate space around solo stringsRunning Pro Tools for score tracking sessionsConsidering back stepping and working as a runner to learn moreWorking in studios since age 16Doing one-man string arrangements for early 2000s pop RnBBalancing record work and film & TV workPreviewing movies with test audiencesFilm deadlines vs TV deadlinesLearn More About ...Website: https://www.sunkingstudios.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunkingstudios/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Listen to Secret Sonics!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️https://www.travisference.com/2025plan📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspodConnect with Me:📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/appleSpotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotifyCredits:Guest: Stephen KayeHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Stephen BoydTheme Music: inter.ference

Today's guest is musician, producer, mixer, and songwriter Casey Cavaliere. Casey is the guitarist and a founding member of the band The Wonder Years. Over the past 15 years they have toured around world and released six full length albums and two EPs. When he's not on tour or recording with his band, Casey is producing records for other artists, hosting his podcast “The Record Process” and working with artists as a development coach, helping them find their voice and steer their careers. We chat about record deals, always providing value, and the importance of knowing yourself as an artist.In this episode we'll dig in on...The founding years of The Wonder YearsTouring post-pandemicSetting the click to the band, not the band to the clickNavigating record dealsPunk and DIY community supportRefining your tasteBringing the energy of a live show to the recordProviding value in every situationImpacting 1 million peopleStarting on trombone and then discovering guitarTraits of a great record labelWhen niching and specializing works and when it doesn'tTravis' Intro: Providing Value and "The Go Giver"Learn More About Casey Cavaliere...Website: http://www.caseycavaliere.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/case_rock/True Level Studio Website: https://www.truelevelstudio.com/True Level Studio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truelevelstudio/The Record Process Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therecordprocess/Listen to The Wonder Years HERE!📢 Our Sponsors 📢Listen to Secret Sonics!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️https://www.travisference.com/2025plan📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspodConnect with Me:📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/appleSpotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotifyCheck out "The Go Giver"Credits:Guest: Casey CavaliereHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Stephen BoydTheme Music: inter.ference

This week's guest is award winning filmmaker, composer, and entrepreneur Gabe Cowan. Gabe has produced over 20 films, many of which have premiered at the major festivals. Some of his films include SXSW Audience Award winner "Cheap Thrills" as well as "Bad Milo" and "They Call Us Monsters." Before producing movies, Gabe was a multiplatinum recording artist, played in several bands and was signed to Geffen Records. His current focus is as the CEO of Audio Design Desk, where he is working to solve audio for video by creating a streamlined solution to quickly and easily match music and effects with picture in a manner that sparks creativity. We chat about making movies, democratizing cinema quality audio, the challenges of creating a DAW from scratch.In this episode we'll dig in on...How Audio Design Desk revolutionizes audio for pictureCreating a DAW that inspires youSigning to Geffen Records in the mid 90s at age 19How to pitch your ideasAI as a musical assistantCreating a product roadmapMusic as a part of a filmmakers identityMajor label life vs independent lifeEncountering people that prioritize money over artThe allure of HollywoodHow scoring a Roger Corman film lead to producing moviesShooting the first independent film done on a RED CameraMeeting consumer expectationsCue sheetsThe musical gymnastics of the 80s and early 90sTravis' Intro: Enjoy the JourneyLearn More About Gabe Cowan and Audio Design Desk...Website: https://add.app/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audio.design.desk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/audiodesigndesk📢 Our Sponsors 📢Listen to Secret Sonics!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️https://www.travisference.com/2025plan📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspodConnect with Me:📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/appleSpotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotifyCredits:Guest: Gabe CowanHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Stephen BoydTheme Music: inter.ference

Today’s guest is musician, songwriter, author and criminal justice reformer Jason Mendelson. Jason currently releases music under the artist name Jace Allen, with all proceeds of his musical career going to benefit various organizations in the criminal justice reform ecosystem. Jason has co-founded two different organizations that help people transition from prison to home with the goal of drastically reducing recidivism rates. Prior to this latest season of his life, Jason has had careers as a start up founder, venture capitalist, lawyer, and professor. We chat about the changes needed in the criminal justice system, how music builds confidence, and why the entrepreneurial mindset applies to much more than just business.In this episode we'll dig in on...Recognizing and taking advantage of "luck"Life as an improveThe best model to increase successful returns to home for formerly incarcerated individualsThe United States is the most incarcerated country in the worldBeing an underdog guyWorking in criminal justice reform since 2015Flipping the hierarchyThe importance of resiliencyLeaning on the visible success of others to inspire change in people Entrepreneurs vs MusiciansTraining people in the prison system and how that transforms youBeing thankful for adversity and learning from your failuresLearn More About Jason Mendelson...Website: https://jaceallenmusic.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaceallen_musicFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaceallenmusic/Jace Allen on Spotify📢 Our Sponsors 📢Listen to Secret Sonics!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️https://www.travisference.com/2025plan📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspodConnect with Me:📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/appleSpotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotifyCredits:Guest: Jason MendelsonHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Travis FerenceAudio Restoration: Stephen BoydTheme Music: inter.ference