

Mixing Music | Music Production, Audio Engineering, & Music Business
@DeeKeiMixes
The Mixing Music Podcast is your ultimate guide to music production, audio engineering, mixing, and mastering. Hosted by professional mix engineers Dee Kei (@DeeKeiMixes), Lu Moreno (@MasteredByLu), and James Parrish (@jamesdeanmixes), this podcast covers recording techniques, studio mixing, vocal production, sound design, DAW workflows, plugin reviews, gear recommendations, industry secrets, and the business of music production. Whether you're a music producer, mix engineer, mastering engineer, independent artist, or content creator, you’ll get expert insights to take your sound to the next level.Our hosts have worked with Odetari, 6arelyhuman, Trey Songz, Keyshia Cole, Benny the Butcher, Rico Nasty, ATEEZ, Kanye West, The Game, and more, collaborating with major record labels like Universal Music Group, Sony Music, Interscope Records, Republic Records, and Capitol Records. Join us for mixing tutorials, mastering strategies, music production tips, home studio setup advice, industry interviews, and pro techniques used in professional recording studios. Whether you're using Pro Tools, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, or Studio One, this podcast is packed with valuable information to improve your mixing workflow and production quality.In our exclusive episodes, James Parrish and Dee Kei react to interviews with various audio engineers, music producers, and YouTubers to help you understand the most useful advice for making better music. All exclusive episodes are focused on technical aspects of the post-production process.The Mixing Music Podcast is sponsored by Antares (Auto Tune), Plugin Boutique, Lauten Audio, Sweetwater, & Filepass,Find Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @MasteredByLu @jamesdeanmixeswitter: @DeeKeiMixesCHECK OUT OUR OTHER RESOURCESJoin the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Discord!The Mixing Music Podcast is filmed and recorded at Dee Kei's Personal Mixing Studio in Los Angeles, California.
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Apr 21, 2021 • 19min
The Secret to Success! | Staying Open Minded and Curious
In this episode of the Mixing Music Podcast, Dee Kei talks about the importance of staying curious and being open-minded. If you want to succeed beyond the average person, you must learn to be more open-minded than the average person. Curiosity and Learning also promote creativity and motivation.DOWNLOAD FREE STUFFGET FILEPASSJoin the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Discord!HIRE DEE KEIHIRE LUFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @midsidesoundTwitter: @DeeKeiMixesCHECK OUT OUR OTHER RESOURCESJoin the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Group:Discord & FacebookThe Mixing Music Podcast is sponsored by Antares (Auto Tune), Plugin Boutique, Lauten Audio, Spreaker, Filepass, & CanvaThe Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Ray J, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Phresher, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $SNOT, Kanye West, King Kanja, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed at IN THE MIX STUDIOS located in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 13, 2021 • 19min
Soundproof vs Acoustic Treatment | What's the Difference?
In this episode of the Mixing Music Podcast, Dee Kei explains a little bit about the difference between soundproofing and acoustic treatment. Both are very important for the studio and must be understood if you are trying to build your own studio.DOWNLOAD FREE STUFF HERE: https://mixingmusicpodcast.comGET FILEPASS HERE: https://filepass.com?fpr=twb41Join the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Discord!https://discord.gg/s2WrUg8HIRE DEE KEI: links.deekeimixes.comHIRE LU: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/14193-lu---midside-soundFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @midsidesoundTwitter: @DeeKeiMixesThe Mixing Music Podcast with Dee Kei and Lu is sponsored by In the Mix Studios, Antares (Auto-Tune), Lauten Audio, Plugin Boutique, Filepass, & Spreaker.The Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Ray J, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Phresher, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $SNOT, Kanye West, King Kanja, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed at IN THE MIX STUDIOS located in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 6, 2021 • 29min
Get Better FASTER! | 5 Tips to Help Improve Your Mixing
In this episode of the Mixing Music Podcast, Dee Kei talks about his best 5 tips to improve your mixing faster!FREE MIXING STEMSDOWNLOAD FREE STUFFGET FILEPASSJoin the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Discord!https://discord.gg/s2WrUg8HIRE DEE KEIHIRE LUFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @midsidesoundTwitter: @DeeKeiMixesCHECK OUT OUR OTHER RESOURCESJoin the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Group:Discord & FacebookThe Mixing Music Podcast is sponsored by Antares (Auto Tune), Plugin Boutique, Lauten Audio, Spreaker, Filepass, & CanvaThe Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Ray J, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Phresher, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $SNOT, Kanye West, King Kanja, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed at IN THE MIX STUDIOS located in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 30, 2021 • 19min
USE YOUR EARS! | The Power of the Bypass
In this episode of the Mixing Music Podcast, Dee Kei and Lu talk about the importance of constantly using the bypass feature on plugins. If we choose to habitually put the plugins in and not check to see if they are helping, we may be hurting our mixes...DOWNLOAD FREE STUFF HERE: https://mixingmusicpodcast.comGET FILEPASS HERE: https://filepass.com?fpr=twb41Join the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Discord!https://discord.gg/s2WrUg8HIRE DEE KEI: links.deekeimixes.comHIRE LU: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/14193-lu---midside-soundFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @midsidesoundTwitter: @DeeKeiMixesThe Mixing Music Podcast with Dee Kei and Lu is sponsored by In the Mix Studios, Antares (Auto-Tune), Lauten Audio, Plugin Boutique, Filepass, & Spreaker.The Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Ray J, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Phresher, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $SNOT, Kanye West, King Kanja, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed at IN THE MIX STUDIOS located in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 23, 2021 • 35min
Equipment We Use and Recommend | Gear Alert!
Check out mixingmusicpodcast.com to view our recommended items!DOWNLOAD FREE STUFF HERE: https://mixingmusicpodcast.comGET FILEPASS HERE: https://filepass.com?fpr=twb41Join the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Discord!https://discord.gg/s2WrUg8HIRE DEE KEI: links.deekeimixes.comHIRE LU: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/14193-lu---midside-soundFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @midsidesoundTwitter: @DeeKeiMixesThe Mixing Music Podcast with Dee Kei and Lu is sponsored by In the Mix Studios, Antares (Auto-Tune), Lauten Audio, Plugin Boutique, Filepass, & Spreaker.The Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Ray J, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Phresher, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $SNOT, Kanye West, King Kanja, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed at IN THE MIX STUDIOS located in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 16, 2021 • 33min
What New Plugins Are We Using? | Plugin Updates
In this episode of the Mixing Music Podcast, Dee Kei and Lu talk about some of their favorite plugins and how to use them.DOWNLOAD FREE STUFF HERE: https://links.deekeimixes.comGET FILEPASS HERE: https://filepass.com?fpr=twb41We are no longer offering free mix feedback via email. If you would like for us to give us feedback on your music, please apply at mixingmusicpodcast.comHIRE DEE KEI: links.deekeimixes.comHIRE LU: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/14193-lu---midside-soundFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @midsidesoundTwitter: @DeeKeiMixes Join the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Group:Discord: https://discord.gg/s2WrUg8Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mixingmusicpodcast/The Mixing Music Podcast with Dee Kei and Lu is sponsored by In the Mix Studios, Antares (Auto-Tune), Lauten Audio, and Filepass.The Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Ray J, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Phresher, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $SNOT, Kanye West, King Kanja, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed at IN THE MIX STUDIOS located in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 9, 2021 • 46min
Hanging Out with Chris Brown's Engineer, TEEZIO | Mixing, Monitoring, Just Chatting
In this episode of the Mixing Music Podcast, Lu and Teezio talk about working with Chris Brown, mixing, and other things.DOWNLOAD FREE STUFF HERE: https://links.deekeimixes.comGET FILEPASS HERE: https://filepass.com?fpr=twb41We are no longer offering free mix feedback via email. If you would like for us to give us feedback on your music, please apply at mixingmusicpodcast.comHIRE DEE KEI: links.deekeimixes.comHIRE LU: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/14193-lu---midside-soundFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @midsidesoundTwitter: @DeeKeiMixes Join the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Group:Discord: https://discord.gg/s2WrUg8Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mixingmusicpodcast/The Mixing Music Podcast with Dee Kei and Lu is sponsored by In the Mix Studios, Antares (Auto-Tune), Lauten Audio, and Filepass.The Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Ray J, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Phresher, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $SNOT, Kanye West, King Kanja, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed at IN THE MIX STUDIOS located in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 2, 2021 • 29min
How Much to Charge for Your Work | INTRO MUSIC COMPETITION $100 PRIZE!
In this episode of the Mixing Music Podcast, Dee Kei talks about all the different things to consider when figuring out how much to charge for your services.LINK TO UPLOAD YOUR INTRO MUSIC: http://bit.ly/3kBmmXoUnfortunately, we are no longer offering free mix feedback via email. If you would like for us to give us feedback on your music, please apply at mixingmusicpodcast.comHIRE DEE KEI: links.deekeimixes.comHIRE LU: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/14193-lu---midside-soundDOWNLOAD FREE STUFF HERE: https://links.deekeimixes.com Find Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @midsidesoundTwitter: @DeeKeiMixes Join the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Group:Discord: https://discord.gg/s2WrUg8Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mixingmusicpodcast/The Mixing Music Podcast with Dee Kei and Lu is sponsored by In the Mix Studios, Antares (Auto-Tune), Lauten Audio, and Filepass.The Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Ray J, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Phresher, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $SNOT, Kanye West, King Kanja, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed at IN THE MIX STUDIOS located in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 23, 2021 • 46min
Special Production Techniques, Touring, and Songwriting with Special Guests, SEGO
In this special episode of the Mixing Music podcast, Dee Kei and Lu interview the band, SEGO. Sego is currently located in LA but used to tour around the nation until the pandemic. We are so happy to have them on the show and talk about their production process, touring secrets, and tips for other musicians. Recorded at In the Mix Studios located in North Hollywood, CA.Unfortunately, we are no longer offering free mix feedback via email. If you would like for us to give us feedback on your music, please apply at mixingmusicpodcast.comHIRE DEE KEI: links.deekeimixes.comHIRE LU: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/14193-lu---midside-soundDOWNLOAD FREE STUFF HERE: https://links.deekeimixes.com Find Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @midsidesoundTwitter: @DeeKeiMixes Join the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Group:Discord: https://discord.gg/s2WrUg8Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mixingmusicpodcast/The Mixing Music Podcast with Dee Kei and Lu is sponsored by In the Mix Studios, Antares (Auto-Tune), Lauten Audio, and Filepass.The Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Ray J, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Phresher, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $SNOT, Kanye West, King Kanja, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed at IN THE MIX STUDIOS located in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 16, 2021 • 29min
Celebrating Black Music with Gary Biddy | The Beauty of Trauma and Truth
In this episode of the Mixing Music podcast, Dee Kei interviews Gary Biddy about the history, importance, and impact of black music and culture in the US. This episode is really important to not only Americans, but to everyone around the world who has been touched by black music (every single living soul lol).Unfortunately, we are no longer offering free mix feedback via email. If you would like for us to give us feedback on your music, please apply at mixingmusicpodcast.comHIRE DEE KEI: links.deekeimixes.comHIRE LU: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/14193-lu---midside-soundDOWNLOAD FREE STUFF HERE: https://links.deekeimixes.com Find Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @midsidesoundTwitter: @DeeKeiMixes Join the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Group:Discord: https://discord.gg/s2WrUg8Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mixingmusicpodcast/The Mixing Music Podcast with Dee Kei and Lu is sponsored by In the Mix Studios, Antares (Auto-Tune), Lauten Audio, and Filepass.The Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Ray J, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Phresher, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $SNOT, Kanye West, King Kanja, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed at IN THE MIX STUDIOS located in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy


