This week, I chat with Nashville’s own Zach Allen - a multi‑Grammy-winning recording engineer, producer, and mix engineer whose credits span Americana, blues, rock, country, and beyond. With nearly 20 years in the music industry, Zach brings a rare blend of technical mastery, creative sensitivity, and a studio presence that helps artists realize their vision.
Some highlights of our conversation include:
• His journey from graduating Full Sail University and interning at The Tracking Room and eventually becoming the head engineer of the studio.
• Working on award-winning projects including engineering Grammy-winning albums for legends like Keb’ Mo’, Taj Mahal, Buddy Guy, and Christone Kingfish Ingram
• Philosophy on vocal production
• Thoughts on AI in the music industry
• Helpful tips for recording a live show
Whether you’re an aspiring artist, indie producer, or just music-curious, this episode offers a rare inside look at the mind and methods of someone who’s helped shape some of the most compelling recordings coming out of Nashville.
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Guest Links:
https://zachallenaudio.com/
Episode Music:
Original music by Andy Sydow
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