Master Your Mix Podcast

The new book by Mike Indovina is now out. It’s called The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio. In this episode, we dive into the book, what you can expect from it, and how it can help you see massive improvements in the quality of your home recordings.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Why your mixing problems are likely recording problemsThe importance of following a specific order of events in the production processThe impact that small details in your recording chain can makeHow Gene Simmons’ story about poop might relate to your mixesHot to work smarter, faster, and achieve better results with your musicWhat you can expect to find inside The Recording Mindset bookLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

David Bendeth, born in London, England, has had a multifaceted career in the music industry as a guitarist, songwriter, producer, and A&R executive. Initially self-taught on the guitar, he later studied at the Berklee School of Music in Boston. Bendeth's early years involved traveling between London and Toronto, and he performed with renowned drummers like Billy Cobham and Lenny White. In 1980, he reached the top of the UK charts as a blue-eyed soul crooner with the single "Feel the Real" and released three albums before joining CBS/Sony Canada as a staff producer.Bendeth's career continued to flourish as he became a songwriter with Chrysalis Music, penning tracks for artists like Joe Cocker and Jeff Beck. His A&R roles at BMG Canada and RCA Records in the late '80s and early '90s resulted in signing acts such as Cowboy Junkies and Crash Test Dummies. In 2002, he oversaw the production of Elvis Presley's "30 #1 Hits," which became a massive success, selling nearly 14 million records worldwide.In 2003, Bendeth transitioned to an independent role as a producer, mixer, and writer. His extensive discography includes working with artists like SR-71, Bruce Hornsby, Vertical Horizon, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Breaking Benjamin, and Paramore, with several records achieving platinum status. Over the years, he has maintained a diverse musical palette, drawing inspiration from artists like Miles Davis, Earth Wind & Fire, and Jeff Beck. Bendeth's impact on the industry is evident through his involvement in over 60 million records sold and his continuous contributions to the evolving music landscape.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:The hustle of working as a musician turned producerThe world of A&R and what it takes to become a major artistHow to differentiate every projectHow to adapt to the changing landscape of the music industryDavid’s new adventures in creating hip-hop loops and dipping into new genresDealing with criticism and turning it into encouragementHow to achieve drums that slam hard and cut through a mixLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Grammy-nominated mastering engineer, Joe Lambert, is originally from Western New York and attended Full Sail University in Orlando, Florida. He worked his way up at several NYC studios and eventually opened Joe Lambert Mastering in 2008. Currently in Westchester, Joe has a state-of-the-art room that clients love. He has worked with Moby, City and Colour, The National, Animal Collective, Sofi Tukker, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Dirty Projectors, and many, many more great artists.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:To niche down or not?Not putting your career in the hands of othersFitting your job to your personalityHis mastering processWhy mastering should be simpleAutomating changes during the mastering processWhat level should you master to?The -14LUFS mythSetting your output levelsWhat sample rates should you use to record?The key to monitoring your tracks accuratelyTo learn more about Joe Lambert, visit: https://joelambertmastering.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Ryan Haft is a mixer, engineer, and producer based in Miami FL. Private Studio Owner of Sunburn Sound. He specializes in guitar-driven rock, metal, and indie productions largely for the independent music community in search of unique recordings. Guitarist for bands Capsule and Wrong. 2023 Latin Grammy Winning Mixer for Chuco Valdes and Paquito Riverias Latin Jazz Record of the Year "I've Missed You Too!"Credits include Torche, Jacuzzi Boys, Donzii, Mustard Service, and many more.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Starting to charge clientsWorking on live sound vs. in the studioHow working live sound will make you faster in the studioLearning to adapt to new roomsDealing with translation issuesAchieving clarity with heavy musicShould you layer your tracks?How to create dynamics in dynamic-less musicAdding saturation to your mixesDriving mic preampsUsing room mics on guitarsSidechaining room micsCreative room mic techniquesSelf-producing: How to avoid being overly critical of your workTo learn more about Ryan Haft, visit: https://www.ryanhaft.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Nicolas Vernhes is a Grammy award-winning producer, engineer and mixer, internationally recognized for his work with artists such as Animal Collective, Dirty Projectors and Deerhunter.Since 1995, Vernhes owned the beloved Brooklyn studio Rare Book Room, which spawned many critically acclaimed albums, from Silver Jews’ American Water, Deerhunter’s Microcastle, Animal Collective’s Strawberry Jam, Spoon’s Transference, Dirty Projectors' Bitte Orca and The War on Drugs’ Lost In The Dream. He received a Grammy in 2018 for his work on The War On Drugs’ A Deeper Understanding.He recently moved to the California desert near Joshua Tree, CA and has completed an upgraded mix room with a live room to follow in 2021.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Making space for each instrumentProduction decisions vs. what sounds best naturallySegmenting the songwriting from the production processLeaning into your musical influences vs. finding your unique soundThe importance of headphone mixesYour job as a producerCreating ambiance in your recordingsHow to shape your reverb/effect tracksAutomating compression controlsUsing saturation to create cohesionAvoiding option-paralysisTo learn more about Nicolas Vernhes, visit: https://www.littleundergroundmanagement.com/nicolas-vernhesLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Corey Bergeron is a versatile force in the music industry, known for his roles as a Producer, Mixer, and Guitarist. As a pivotal member of the band Locket, signed to Fearless Records, Corey's guitar skills and stage presence have graced audiences across over 10 different countries.In addition to his impressive performance career, Corey also holds the esteemed position of Studio Manager and Head Engineer at Pebble Studios. With over a decade of experience under his belt, he has honed his craft in the studio, specializing in writing, producing, and mixing music.Throughout his illustrious career, Corey has collaborated with a diverse array of artists, amassing an extensive catalog that boasts tens of millions of streams. His proficiency in the studio has earned him a well-deserved reputation as a sought-after producer and mixer.Outside of his studio and live performance endeavors, Corey shares his expertise with a dedicated following on his YouTube channel, "corybergeronrecordings," where he imparts valuable insights to over 7,000 subscribers. With an unwavering passion for music and a wealth of experience, Corey Bergeron continues to leave an indelible mark on the music industry.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Being hungry with your careerBreaking “rules” with your recordingsNot being shy when dialing in settingsSelling your services on FiverrHow Cory made over $100k on FiverrUnderstanding Fiverr’s algorithmOptimizing your systems for speed & efficiencyHis systems for client communication and file deliveryHis process for mix prepGetting big, full snare soundsPicking the right drum samplesUsing AutoAlign when working on drumsTo learn more about Cory Bergeron, visit: https://www.pebblestudios.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Brad Garcia is an accomplished musician and storyteller whose career began in 2012 with the alt-rock band Safe to Say. Rising to prominence through albums like 'With Everything in Between' and 'Down in the Dark', Garcia led the band across international tours and later rebranded as Locket in 2019. His early years, enriched by diverse musical influences in a household filled with genres from country to '90s grunge, laid the foundation for his dynamic musical journey.Garcia's talents extend beyond performance; since 2020, he's made a mark in the music industry as a composer, songwriter, and producer with Concord. Collaborating with artists across various genres, from Bulow to Felix Snow, he brings stories to life through music. His ability to infuse vulnerability into his compositions connects deeply with audiences, showcasing his flair for creating emotionally compelling music.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Getting into music publishingDiversifying your skillsetCreating your musical portfolioStudying music for inspirationLearning to understand the language of clientsCreating opportunities to grow your networkThe value of meeting people in personTaking chances with your musicWork-for-hire jobs vs. traditional publishingGetting paid to write songsWriting music that is licensableDealing with rejectionTo learn more about Brad Garcia, visit: https://www.bradxgarcia.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Cassie Petrey is the woman behind the world’s most iconic artists’ social media marketing including Backstreet Boys, Camila Cabello, Paramore, Nickelback, and more. Cassie is the co-founder of Crowd Surf, a leading marketing and music management firm. She is an original fan girl whose admiration for the Backstreet Boys at age 12 led her to create a newsletter that reached fans worldwide — then years later she helped seal the band’s decades-long superstardom by re-introducing them to next-generation fans. At age 17 as a college rep for Warner Music Group, Cassie was among the first in the music industry to recognize the vast marketing potential of nascent mid-2000s platforms Myspace and Facebook. Her company Crowd Surf has worked with tech giants Apple and Google, and labels such as Universal, Disney, Sony, Warner and more. Cassie is a Forbes 30 Under 30 and Billboard 30 Under 30 recipient and a leading social media and artist management Hollywood powerhouse.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Thinking of your music career as a businessHaving a consumer mindset with your music marketingWhere to begin with marketing your musicHow far in advance should you plan your marketing?How to get Spotify to want to promote your musicReleasing singles vs. albumsWhat kinds of content you should be creatingWhich metrics matterHow often should you post social media content?What platforms should you use?Should you use scheduling tools?Being an “influencer”When to hire a social media managerTo learn more about Cassie Petrey, visit: https://crowdsurf.net/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Erik Ron is an American producer, songwriter, and mixer based in North Hollywood, CA. Erik plays guitar/bass/keys, and is strong with concept/storytelling + dynamic melodies, giving him the capability to jump between genres. Over the course of his 15+ year career, Erik's production and songwriting has contributed to records that have been Grammy nominated, top 10 charting on Billboard 200, multiple gold + platinum certifications, seven #1s at modern rock radio, and a cumulative 2 Billion+ global streams. Erik is published exclusively by BMG Rights Management.Recent artist collaborators include Ellise, HUDDY, Stela Cole, Pardyalone, Bad Omens, Lilyisthatyou, Chandler Leighton, HAVEN, Emei, Jutes, Sueco, Sophie Cates, Jxdn, Grandson, 44Phantom, Papa Roach, Lil Aaron, Jeris Johnson, Kailee Morgue, King Mala, Siiickbrain, Sk8, Mothica, Nothing Nowhere, MASN, poutyface, I Prevail, 93feetofsmoke, Charlotte Sands, Chri$tian Gate$, Neoni and more.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:People’s expectations of “perfection”The importance of editingHow to get tight drum editsCo-writing with artistsNegotiating songwriting credits/royaltiesWorking with GodsmackExercises for avoiding writer’s blockGiving yourself deadlinesNavigating the pro-production processGetting used to rejection (and why it’s a good thing)To learn more about Erik Ron, visit: https://www.erikron.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!

Chris Lyon is a producer and songwriter from Bethesda, MD. He has written and produced songs for The Chainsmokers feat. Winona Oak (‘Hope’), AlunaGeorge feat. Bryson Tiller (‘Cold Blooded Creatures’), Carly Rae Jepsen, Phoebe Ryan, and Chelsea Lankes. He currently resides in Los Angeles where he works closely with Kyle Shearer and Nate Campany (Tove Lo, Martin Garrix, Dua Lipa).IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:Working as a professional songwriterLearning to write quicklyThe pressures that come along with being a pro songwriterUnderstanding “song math”Breaking the “rules” of audio productionHow to get started as a writerBeing an artist vs. a writerChasing perfectionGetting your compositions rightTo learn more about Chris Lyon, visit: https://www.iamchrislyon.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej  Have questions you’d like answered on the show?Send them to questions@masteryourmix.comPlease leave a rating and review:https://masteryourmix.com/review/ Thanks for listening!