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Recording Studio RockstarsRSR505 - Chuck Zwicky - AI and Philosophy of Recording Music "AI can't produce anything we haven't already heard." Chuck Zwicky and Lij Shaw discuss how AI is changing music production and songwriting, highlighting the importance of human elements and collaboration in the creative process while exploring the balance between technology and artistic expression. Chuck offers insights on mixing, emphasizing the value of interaction and the significance of live feedback in crafting music. The conversation also includes personal anecdotes and advice for aspiring producers. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Chuck Zwicky, a Manhattan-based engineer, writer, and producer with a diverse d...2025-05-091h 51
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR500 - David Glasser - Mastering Grateful Dead at Airshow Mastering in Boulder CO Join host Lij Shaw as he dives into the sonic journey of audio engineering with Dave Glasser, founder of Airshow Mastering, revealing the secrets behind mastering timeless records like those of the Grateful Dead. In this episode of Recording Studio Rockstars, Dave shares his rich 35-year experience—from tape transfers using the Plangent Process to his days at NPR—while exploring the delicate balance of preserving the essence of live music and adapting to modern audio standards. Tune in for insights on the intricacies of mastering jazz records, the evolution of sound quality, and the magic of Phil Lesh's iconic bass...2025-04-042h 05
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR499 - Shawn Lemon - Organize Your Digital Life and Studio "Keep it as simple as possible!" Join Lij Shaw and Shawn Lemon as they dive into the intricacies of mastering technology in the recording studio, sharing expert insights on streamlining workflows and maximizing productivity. From organizing files and navigating cloud storage solutions like Google Drive to leveraging email management techniques, this conversation is packed with essential tips for creative professionals. Discover the best practices for collaboration, the significance of effective systems, and how to adapt tech tools to fit your unique style. Tune in for a dynamic discussion that not only simplifies the tech chaos but also empowers you to e...2025-03-282h 19
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR498 - Jamie Tate - Leaving Corporate Country for Cool Music "I mix in exclamation points!" Join host Lij Shaw as he dives into a vibrant conversation with Grammy and Emmy award-winning engineer Jamie Tate in this episode of Recording Studio Rockstars! With insights from his journey as the owner of The Rukkus Room in Nashville, Jamie offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the evolving landscape of country music and the artistry of mixing. They navigate the playful intersection of analog nostalgia and digital dynamism, sharing personal anecdotes and invaluable tips for home recording enthusiasts. With Jamie’s passion and expertise, you'll discover not only the emotional depth of music production but al...2025-03-212h 10
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR497 - Steve Pardo - Jazz, Music for Games and Atmos Mixing "Get the main menu music worked out!" In this captivating episode of Recording Studio Rockstars, host Lij Shaw sits down with the talented music director and game audio specialist, Steve Pardo. They dive into Steve's journey from jazz musician to game composer, sharing his insights on the creative process and collaboration in the industry. Steve passionately discusses how to get the main menu music just right, the magic of mixing in Dolby Atmos for gaming, and why the saxophone shines with guitar pedals. From Unreal Engine to Apple Logic Pro X, he offers tips on creating huge sounds in a...2025-03-142h 01
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR496 - Charlie Waymire - Getting the Ultimate Drum Sound at Ultimate Studios Inc Wanna get a big fat snare drum sound? In this dynamic episode of Recording Studio Rockstars, host Lij Shaw interviews music producer and engineer Charlie Waymire, the visionary behind Ultimate Studios Inc. From his roots as a drummer to mastering studio workflow in Los Angeles, Charlie shares his journey and the challenges he’s faced. They delve into achieving that big fat snare drum sound, the intricacies of selecting Roswell Pro Audio mics, and the importance of collaborating with clients in the studio. Charlie emphasizes the value of experimentation and understanding gear, all while rediscovering his passion for music creation. Th...2025-03-072h 26
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR495 - Brian Murphree - Soundporter Mastering Studio "It's all about the spirit, man." In this electrifying episode of Recording Studio Rockstars, host Lij Shaw reunites with the ingenious Brian Murphree, the mastermind behind Sound Porter Mastering. Together, they traverse Brian's remarkable journey from passionate musician to a celebrated mastering engineer, illuminating the vital role of sonic excellence in music production. Their conversation uncovers the fascinating evolution of video and photography, while diving deep into recording techniques, studio design, and acoustics. With a keen focus on the artistry of sound engineering, they dissect advanced methods like mid-side processing and the artistry behind the 'do no harm' philosophy in...2025-02-282h 23
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR494 - Alex Oana - Risk and Reinvention Essential for Growth in Audio Incremental progress leads to significant achievements! Join Lij Shaw as he interviews audio veteran Alex Ohana, who shares stories from a 35-year career. Alex reveals the power of embracing risk and reinvention, along with the importance of community in the audio world. He discusses his journey, from recording techniques to the evolution of technology, and offers insights into finding success in the music industry. This inspiring conversation delves into innovation, personal growth, and staying true to your creative vision. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Alex Oana, an engineer, producer, a...2025-02-211h 54
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR493 - Jason Livermore - Grammy Winning Punk at The Blasting Room in Ft Collins CO "You can do whatever you want." In this engaging interview, Lij Shaw sits down with Jason Livermore, co-owner of the Blasting Room studio, to explore Jason's transformative journey from aspiring musician to Grammy-winning producer. They discuss the studio's evolution, the significance of high-quality equipment, and the invaluable experience gained from working with interns. Jason delves into the intricacies of modern mixing techniques, the transition to digital, and the essentials of drum recording and mixing, highlighting the impact of acoustics, MIDI, and automation. Their conversation also covers the joys of learning new instruments and offers practical advice for aspiring engineers looking...2025-02-141h 58
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR492 - Ryan Ordway - Producing Americana at The Studio Portland in Maine "It's all about intention." In this episode of the podcast, Lij Shaw sits down with seasoned artist, songwriter, and producer Ryan Ordway, who shares insights from his two-decade journey through the music industry. They discuss various nuances of music production, covering topics from remote recording challenges to the importance of acoustics and effective studio management. Ryan emphasizes the need for adaptability, personal interaction, and practical tips to ensure high-quality sound and a smooth creative process. Aspiring producers will gain valuable strategies for optimizing their craft and navigating the evolving landscape of music recording. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: h...2025-02-072h 09
Music Production Podcast for DIY Music Producers and Artists | Inside The Mix#168: Mastering Music Production: Insights and Strategies with Lij Shaw (Recording Studio Rockstars)Send me a messageCurious about mixing music or want to level up your music production skills? Join me in EP 168 of the Inside The Mix podcast as I sit down with Lij Shaw, award-winning producer and owner of the Grammy-awarded Toy Box Studio. Lij brings a wealth of experience and shares his practical approach to balancing the simplicity and complexity of music mixing. From gear discoveries on eBay to his insights as a longtime podcaster, Lij’s journey provides a unique perspective on dedication, community, and artistry in music.In this episode, we tackle pr...2024-11-1249 min
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR468 - Andy Freeman - Producing Rock & Roll and Helping to Save Home Studios in Music City "1000 burritos, tacos, and Bud Lights came flying at me like the arrows in 300!" Andy talked about recording Andrew WK from a mobile truck, doubling vocals like Mahler, learning to listen, recording Cuban music, guitars, vocals, and tuning drums. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Andy Freeman who got his hands on a console at age 12 and at age 21 got his first job in audio, recording and editing voice over artists in Atlanta. In 2002, after a friend asked if he produced bands, Andy said yes. This was a lie. Bu...2024-08-232h 10
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR382 - Joe Armin - 4-Track Sessions, and Band Stories From the '80s With Lij ShawCan you really get kicked off an island? Joe shared stories of early band memories with Lij Shaw, recording to a double cassette deck and microphone, capturing great drum, bass, and guitar sounds on a 4 track in a home studio and writing cool lyrics. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Joe Armin, a drummer, guitarist, and songwriter and leader of the first band I ever got to play with in St Louis a college cover band called Ayatollah Joe And The Hostages. “Joe grew up in Cin...2022-12-302h 42
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR365 - Chris Shaw - Soundflow, Stream Deck, and Other Tools for Modern Mixing In Pro ToolsMy guest today is Chris Shaw a four-time Grammy Award-winning American producer, engineer, mixer, and musician. He is a veteran of Greene Street Recording in New York recording Public Enemy, A Tribe Called Quest, Run-DMC, and LL Cool J. And has moved on to independent production, mixing, and engineering working with Weezer, Wilco, Bob Dylan, Death Cab For Cutie, Nada Surf, and The Derek Trucks Band to name only a few. He has even been credited for working on six of Rolling Stone's "500 greatest Records of All Time". Originally based in New York, Chris relocated to the...2022-09-022h 04
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR258 - Michael Beinhorn - The Art Of Remote Pre ProductionMy guest today is Michael Beinhorn who has lived his life in the pursuit of artistic expression, first as a visual artist, then as a performer, and finally as a record producer. Michael began in 1979 as co-founder of the seminal New York musical collective Material and has since produced and or recorded a long list of artists including Brian Eno’s “Lizard Point” from “Ambient 4: On Land.”, Herbie Hancock’s Future Shock, which included the groundbreaking cut “Rockit.”, the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ breakthrough albums “The Uplift Mofo Party Plan” and “Mother’s Milk”. Michael’s recordings have achieved combi...2020-08-1459 min
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR257 - Packy Lundholm - Chip Tunes, Tetris Guitars, Vulfpeck & I Fight DragonsMy guest today is Packy Lundholm a Chicago-based multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer/engineer. He plays the guitar with Nintendo rock band I Fight Dragons, who just released their third LP "Canon Eyes" and celebrated their 10th anniversary. Packy runs his recording operation out of the B-room at Sound Vault Studios in Chicago, where he records various artists, and works as a session musician at Rax Trax Recording and Gravity Studios as well. In recent years he has collaborated on several projects with Vulfpeck keyboardist Woody Goss, sharing credits with Vulf members Theo Katzman and Joe Dart. Outside o...2020-08-071h 59
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR256 - David Rodgers - Grammy Winning Jazz Keyboardist With Keb' Mo'My guest today is David Rodgers, a California native David Rodgers is one of the most exciting talents in Nashville’s jazz scene today. Currently an active member of Keb’ Mo’s band as a keyboardist, he has also recorded on numerous records including Keb’s Grammy-winning Oklahoma (2019). David has toured and performed worldwide at the Montreux Jazz Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival, and the Playboy Jazz Festival, among many others with a Bachelor of Music degree in classical and jazz piano performance from Vanderbilt University’s Blair School of Music and a Master of Music degree in commerci...2020-07-312h 21
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR255 - Ike Schultz - Vocal Production Advice, Recording With Tinashe & Mixing LizzoMy guest today is Ike Schultz, a Multi-Platinum award-winning mixing and tracking engineer based in Los Angeles, CA originally from Toronto Canada. He’s collaborated and worked on albums for a variety of artists including Tinåshe, Lizzo, Adele, Rihanna, Kanye West, Ariana Grande, Adam Lambert, Whethan, Calvin Harris, Dua Lipa, Charlie Puth (pooth), Phantogram, and more. Ike worked at the legendary Larrabee Studios directly assisting nine-time Grammy award-winning mixer, Manny Marroquin, for 3 years. Then went on to mix Lizzo’s debut release ‘Coconut Oil’, under executive producer Ricky Reed at S.K.A.M. Studios. Ike worked on...2020-07-242h 09
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR254 - Kevin White - Retro Future Music And Theramin For Film & BandsMy guest today is Kevin White a Nashville based musician, audio engineer, musicologist, film composer, and audio educator. As an audio engineer, Kevin has worked with national corporate clients, films, radio, rock bands and gained a reputation for his retro-futurist aesthetics. He has taught classes on mixing and lo-fi production techniques. Kevin is a voting member of the recording academy and works full-time for the audio production college, SAE Institute. A notable milestone in Kevin's career has been his contributions to the NASA Apollo Flight Journal. His musicology and audio restoration work has contributed to th...2020-07-171h 58
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR253 - Mike Senior - Best Free Plugins For A Pro Mix In Your StudioMy guest today is Mike Senior, a professional recording, mixing engineer, teacher and writer for years at Sound On Sound magazine. He is also the author of the popular books 'Mixing Secrets For The Small Studio', and its sequel 'Recording Secrets For The Small Studio'. Mike was on the podcast back on episode RSR124 when we got the story of his start in audio and also talked about the importance of making mistakes in the studio. He shared lots of tips for recording drums, bass, guitars, and vocals, and even talked about various methods for setting up...2020-07-101h 39
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR252 - Collin Dupuis - Stuff You Need To Know To Make Great RecordsMy guest today is Collin Dupuis a Nashville and Detroit based multi Grammy-nominated and two time Grammy-winning mixer, producer, and engineer. Collin has developed a sought after sound over the last fifteen years working with critically acclaimed artists and projects including Angel Olsen, Lana Del Rey,St. Vincent, Dr. John, The Black Keys, and many others. Beginning his career playing in bands, running a DIY recording studio in Michigan, and doing tech work around the Detroit area, he quickly found himself working at FBT (The Bass Brothers) studio as an assistant engineer. From there, he cut his...2020-07-032h 17
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR251 - Jamie Tate - Mix Advice From A Grammy WinnerMy guest today is Jamie Tate a Grammy and Emmy award-winning recording engineer, mixer and producer. Jamie is the owner of The Rukkus Room studios in Nashville TN. Jamie has worked on records of all kinds, from writers publishing demos all the way up to Grammy winning, and #1 chart topping hits. We spoke with Jamie from his studio back on RSR081. Jamie has extensive experience mixing for artists like Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Marty Stuart, Justin Moore, Thomas Rhett and Billy Currington. His clients include major labels like Big Machine and Broken Bow Records, and he regularly...2020-06-262h 13
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR250 - Anthony Gravino - How To Mix in Pro Tools & Console HybridMy guest today is Anthony Gravino an independent music maker based in Chicago, IL. He has worked with a wide variety of artists across multiple genres as a producer, recording engineer, mixing engineer, mastering engineer and musician. Anthony has been on the show before for Episode RSR156 when we talked about how he makes records in-studio capturing great sounds for Indie rock, jazz, and other genres. His private studio, known as The Drake, is equipped with a large collection of classic recording equipment and instruments with a focus on comfort, flexibility and high-quality sound. Anthony loves to...2020-06-192h 04
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR249 - Derek Bargaehr - Vanguard Audio Labs MicrophonesMy guest today is Derek Bargaehr Chief Everything Officer of Vanguard Audio Labs. Co-Founded with Ken Avant, Vanguard's goal is to make fantastic-sounding, original microphones & audio gear that's within the financial reach of the everyman musician. Their V13 tube microphone has been used on a number of hit records by Grammy-winning engineers and artists. Derek began burning himself with a soldering iron and messing up his guitar pedals in high school, eventually working as Director of Operations for Avant Electronics (creators of the Avantone MixCubes) for several years. A freelancing engineer, producer, gear tech, and bassist, Derek...2020-06-121h 29
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR248 - Fela Davis - How To Run A Podcast Studio BusinessMy guest today is Fela Davis a graduate and recent Hall of Fame inductee at Full Sail University with almost 20 years of experience in audio engineering, working for clients like Clair Global and House of Blues. Fela also has experience mixing live shows for the likes of Ron Carter, Brian Blade, Jose Feliciano, Meshell Ndegeocello and Bilal. She's currently front of house engineer for 6-time Grammy Award winner Christian McBride, mixing sold out shows across Asia, Europe, Canada and America. When not on the road, she's recording and creating new projects at 23dB Productions & One of One Pr...2020-06-052h 06
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR247 - Larry Crane - How To Get A Pro Mix While Avoiding Common Mixing MistakesMy guest today is Larry Crane, the editor and founder of Tape Op Magazine (est. 1996), owner of Portland’s Jackpot! Recording Studio (est. 1997), a freelance producer/engineer/mixer who has worked internationally, and archivist for the Estate of Elliott Smith. He's worked with artists like Sleater-Kinney, The Decemberists, Jenny Lewis, M. Ward, The Go-Betweens, Elliott Smith, Stephen Malkmus, Wooden Shjips, Quasi, David J, She & Him, Richmond Fontaine, and more. His music recording courses at Linkedin Learning feature over 12 hours of real recording tips and tricks. He's spoken on and moderated panels about recording for TapeOpCon, SX...2020-05-292h 09
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR246 - Chris Shaw - Recording and Mixing with Public Enemy, Weezer, Ric Ocasek, and Jeff BuckleyMy guest today is Chris Shaw a four-time Grammy Award-winning American producer, engineer, mixer, and musician. Beginning his career at Greene Street Recording, he quickly worked his way from his start as an NYU intern, to assistant engineer, to a position as a staff engineer working with influential hip-hop artists such as Public Enemy, A Tribe Called Quest, Run-DMC, and LL Cool J. In 1991 he played bass with LL Cool J on his famous performance on MTV Unplugged (along with De La Soul, MC Lyte, and A Tribe Called Quest). He went independent shortly after and has...2020-05-221h 59
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR246 - Chris Shaw - Recording and Mixing with Public Enemy, Weezer, Ric Ocasek, and Jeff BuckleyMy guest today is Chris Shaw a four-time Grammy Award-winning American producer, engineer, mixer, and musician. Beginning his career at Greene Street Recording, he quickly worked his way from his start as an NYU intern, to assistant engineer, to a position as a staff engineer working with influential hip-hop artists such as Public Enemy, A Tribe Called Quest, Run-DMC, and LL Cool J. In 1991 he played bass with LL Cool J on his famous performance on MTV Unplugged (along with De La Soul, MC Lyte, and A Tribe Called Quest). He went independent shortly after and has...2020-05-221h 59
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR245 - Howard Willing - Recording with Billy Corgan, Sara Bareilles, Tchad Blake & Bob ClearmountainMy guest today is Howard Willing a Nashville based engineer/producer/mixer previously from LA where he made records for 22 years. He was also A&R at Capitol Records and has worked with an amazing list of artists including Sara Bareilles, Linda Ronstadt, Ok Go, Sheryl Crow, Dean Martin and Scarlett Johansen, Glen Cambell, Counting Crows, American Idol, Liz Phair, Smashing Pumpkins, Mute Math, Van Hunt, 2 Pac, and Snoop Dog among many others. Thanks so much to Brad Wood for making our introduction. Thanks to our sponsors! OWC: Other World Computing: https://www.O...2020-05-152h 10
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR244 - Bobby Holland - Pro Mixing on a Console and Pro Tools at Pentavarit StudiosMy guest today is Bobby Holland a Grammy-nominated producer, engineer, mixer, and multi-instrumentalist from Nashville, Tennessee with a career spanning many genres and over 15,000 songs. Based out of Studio A at Pentavarit Studios in Berry Hill, Bobby has produced, recorded, and mixed records for Kesha, Maggie Rose, ZZ Ward, Sean McConnell, Vaudeville Smash, Them Vibes, and countless others. Bobby was a guest on the podcast for episode RSR079 when we talked about his background and production. Today we’re going to focus on mixing and learn what we can about getting great mixes in the box. ...2020-05-082h 05
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR243 - Cheyenne Medders - Songwriting and Producing Pop Indie Rock and FolkMy guest today is Cheyenne Medders a singer-songwriter, producer and musician living in Nashville. Originally from North Georgia and taught guitar by his father, Cheyenne started writing songs and playing music with his brothers as a young teenager. In 2005 he moved to Nashville, where he produces his own music and helps other artists bring their ideas to life. Cheyenne co-wrote songs on The Secret Sisters' Grammy -nominated album You Don't Own Me Anymore as well as Ward Thomas' UK #1 album Cartwheels. He collaborates with Allie Farris as FM and Sara Beth Go as Geographi, and his brothers C...2020-05-012h 01
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR242 - Glenn Fricker - Spectre Sound Studios Heavy Metal Youtube ChannelMy guest today is Glenn Fricker a musician, and engineer, and host of a very successful Youtube channel at Spectre Sound Studios where he teaches great insights into recording and mixing heavy metal, and offers fearless and ruthless gear reviews. Glenn loves making records, and after doing it for sixteen years, he wanted to pass on what he learned through tutorials on how to record guitar, bass, real drums and vocals. You will find reviews and demos of tube amps, amp sims, drums, mics, preamps, outboard gear, and plugin effects. Everything you've wanted to learn abo...2020-04-241h 10
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR241 - Doug Sarrett - Recording Tips with Al Schmitt, U2, and One RepublicMy guest today is Doug Sarrett a Nashville-based Independent Audio Engineer. He came to Nashville to attend Belmont University and has worked steadily in Nashville Recording Studios for over 30 years. Doug is also the owner of Uno Mas Studio in Brentwood, TN. A brief list of some of the artists Doug has worked with: U2, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Aretha Franklin, One Republic, Vince Gill, Micheal McDonald, Amy Grant, Switchfoot, Glen Campbell, Micheal W. Smith, CeCe Winans, Shirley Jones (Mom Partidge), Lynda Carter (Wonder Woman), The Oak Ridge Boys, and tons of others! I met...2020-04-171h 57
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR240 - Adam Bokesch - Recording & Composing with Keys & Vintage SynthsMy guest today is Adam Bokesch a Nashville writer, recording engineer and producer. He has worked as a touring and session drummer as well as a studio owner engineer and music producer. He has worked with many artists including Emily West, Chely Wright, Drake White, Jon McLaughlin, Dave Barnes, Gabe Dixon, Marie Hines, Milktooth, and The Daybreaks. He also pursues his solo artist career writing and recording music for film and tv including movies starring James Franco, Abigail Spencer, Wes Robinson and others. His music has been featured in Paste Magazine and used in national campaigns with Mi...2020-04-101h 46
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR239 - Grant Walden - Recording Legendary Muscle Shoals MusiciansMy guest today is Grant Walden a music producer, audio engineer, multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, studio owner, and host of Tape Noise Podcasts. Grant has worked with Grammy-winning studio musicians, audio engineers, and recording artists, including Denny Laine of The Moody Blues and Wings; Jimmy Hall of Wet Willie and Jeff Beck Band; Christine Ohlman of the Saturday Night Live Band; Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member, keys player and songwriter Spooner Oldham; the legendary Muscle Shoals Horns and rhythm section the Swampers; Hanson, and a host of groundbreaking performing artists. He has also been mentored by notable...2020-04-031h 49
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR238 - Richard Dodd - Grammy Winning Mixing Tips and Other Cool StuffMy guest today is Richard Dodd, A multi-platinum Grammy-winning producer, recording engineer, and mastering engineer with 40 years of amazing credits to his discography. Richard has worked with a long list of artists including Boz Scaggs, George Harrison, Roy Orbison, Wilco, Green Day, Steve Earle, Delbert McClinton, Robert Plant, Roger Daltry, the Travelling Wilburys, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Freddie Mercury to name just a few. Richard was on the podcast previously for episode RSR096 where we got an introduction to his background story. So on this episode, I thought we would try to focus on mixing. On...2020-03-272h 11
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR237 - F. Reid Shippen - Awesome Mixing Tricks To Try On Your Next MixMy guest today is F. Reid Shippen, a multiple Grammy Award-winning mixer, engineer, and record producer whose credits include 10 Grammy Award-winning albums and over 100 #1 singles. His years of experience as a recording and mix engineer span multiple genres, and feature a wide range of artists such as Ingrid Michaelson, Kenny Chesney, India.Arie, Cage the Elephant, Little Big Town, CeCe Winans, Steven Tyler, Colony House, Lucie Silvas, and Dierks Bentley. In 2019, Shippen received the Academy of Country Music award for Audio Engineer of the Year. He has previously served as co-chair of the Producers & Engineers Wi...2020-03-201h 56
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR236 - Andrés Mayo - How To Create 360 Immersive Audio for Music, VR & Games From Your StudioMy guest today is Andrés Mayo a multi Grammy award winning audio engineer and music producer in Buenos Aires Argentina who has been mastering since 1992 with credits on more than 3,000 albums to date, from vinyl to 360 degrees audio formats. Andres has also received 7 Gardel Awards for Technical Excellence. Member of the P&E Wing Advisory Council at NARAS, and he is owner of Andrés Mayo Mastering & Audio Post and @360MusicLab, a production company exclusively specialized in immersive audio. Andres is also a competitive table tennis player. I saw Andres speak at AES and was...2020-03-132h 05
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR235 - Casey Barker - How To Find Your Dream Job in Recording & MixingMy guest today is Casey Barker, an Ohio native who’s been living and working in the Nashville area for the last 12 years. Casey is a Record Producer/Mixer, a Supervising Sound Editor/Re-recording Mixer for Television and Film, as well as the owner and founder of ModernMusicBusiness.com - A website dedicated to showing people how to successfully obtain their dream career in the entertainment business. Thanks to Ted Skolitz for making the introduction. Thanks to our sponsors! WhisperRoom: https://whisperroom.com Get 10% off the 4x4 or 4x6 booths now when...2020-03-061h 56
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR234 - Jason Soudah - Composing For Film With Matt Margeson at Hans Zimmer's Remote ControlMy guest today is Jason Soudah a Composer/Singer-Songwriter/Producer/Mix Engineer from the UK, and has been based in Los Angeles since 2009, when he was invited to intern at Hans Zimmer’s studio complex. Jason was quickly recruited by composer Matthew Margeson (Rocketman, Kingsman: The Secret Service & The Golden Circle, Rings), and they have been collaborating ever since. In this “additional music” capacity, Jason has also worked with composers Henry Jackman, Dominic Lewis, Heitor Pereira, Jim Dooley, Al Clay, Daniel Heath, Benjamin Wallfisch, and Ryan Taubert, among many. As a composer Jason recently won the Best Music Awar...2020-02-282h 07
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR233 - Evan Bakke - Recording Prince at Paisley Park and Engineering at Power Station NEMy guest today is Evan Bakke, the Chief Engineer at Power Station New England in Waterford, Conn. Originally from Minneapolis, MN Evan started working under producers, Matt Kirkwold and James “Fluff” Harley at MasterMix studios and the Boiler Room, and also at PoundSound in St. Paul partnering on many projects with Producer/Mixer Jeremy Tappero. In 2009 he spent a couple of years in La Paz, Bolivia South America and built a recording studio in Che Guevara’s old house before ending up back in Minneapolis to work as Prince’s personal recording engineer in 2013-14. More recently in 2015 E...2020-02-211h 54
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR232 - Craig Alvin - The Ultimate Step By Step Process For a Perfect Mix Every TimeMy guest on the show today is Craig Alvin, a producer, engineer, and mixer and Grammy winner of the 2019 Record of the Year award for mixing Kacey Musgraves Golden Hour. He has also been nominated for several other Grammys over the years with a long list of credits include Amy Grant, Vanessa Carlton, Lady Antebellum, Frankie Ballard, Chase Rice, Will Hoge, The Features, Butterfly Boucher, Erin McCarley, Hanson, and How I Became The Bomb and I’ve got a Youtube playlist put together for you in the show notes if you want to hear some of his work. ...2020-02-142h 05
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR231 - Steve Genewick - Recording at Capitol Studios with Al SchmittMy guest today is Steve Genewick three-time Grammy-nominated recording engineer, with over twenty-five years of experience, both as a studio and live recording engineer. Steve has worked primarily out of Capitol Studios as a staff engineer since 1994. For the last 15 years, Steve has had the great honour of collaborating with 23 time Grammy award-winning engineer/producer Al Schmitt, working with artists such as Diana Krall, Chris Botti, Gladys Knight, Neil Young, George Benson, Quincy Jones, Burt Bacharach, and Paul McCartney. When not at Capitol, Steve can be found working at any number of major recor...2020-02-071h 52
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR230 - M Allen Parker - Chief Engineer at Easy Eye Sound with Dan Auerbach of The Black KeysMy guest today is Allen Parker a recording engineer originally from Atlanta, GA now in Nashville managing Easy Eye Sound and working closely with artist and producer Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys. Allen grew up playing both drums and percussion in classical ensembles and rock bands before getting his degree in music business and production at Belmont University followed by becoming a staff engineer at Ocean Way Nashville for several years, where he quickly developed professional and personal relationships with many of music city’s finest musicians, engineers, and producers like Dan Auerbach, Jay Joyce, Ross Cop...2020-01-311h 59
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR229 - Matty Harris - How to Write Mix & Master Hip HopMy guest today is Matty Harris a music producer, mixing and mastering engineer originally from Boston. As a young musician, he won several awards, including best drummer in New England touring with jazz, blues and calypso bands, playing clubs by the age of 14. And later went on to Berklee College of Music to study Music Production and Engineering. Matty work in the studio includes credits for Atlantic, RCA, & Warner Bros Records, Sammy Adams, A$AP Rocky, Logic, Lil Yachty, Cousin Stizz and the Grammy Award-winning song “Stronger” for Kelly Clarkson winning the 2008 Boston Music Award for Best Hip...2020-01-242h 07
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR228 - Jason Hall - Recording Cage The Elephant, Little Big Town & Coheed and Cambria with Jay JoyceMy guest today is Jason Hall a recording and mix engineer based out of Nashville Tennessee best known for his work with producer Jay Joyce and artists such as Eric Church, Cage the Elephant, Coheed and Cambria, Derek Trucks, The Head and the Heart, Brothers Osborne, Brandy Clark, Halestorm, and Little Big Town. With a career spanning over 20 years, Jason has many platinum, gold, Grammy-winning, CMA winning albums to his credit and continues to bend genre’s with his innovative recording style. Originally from Cullman Alabama growing up on an Air Force learning guitar and mak...2020-01-172h 17
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR227 - Bill Cheney - Spectra 1964 Sound of Record Plant, Stax Studio, Ardent, and Easy Eye SoundMy guest today is Bill Cheney owner of Spectra 1964 originally Spectra Sonics makers of the famous 101 mic pres and sound of Stax Records in Memphis. Spectra Sonics made consoles for studios like Ardent in Memphis, The Record Plant in NYC, and Easy Eye Sound (Dan Auerbach’s studio here in Nashville) among others. You have heard Spectra Sonics records by Aerosmith, Bruce Springsteen, ZZ Top, Emerson Lake and Palmer, King Crimson, John Lennon, and more than we can count. I first learned about Spectra Sonics years ago working at my friend Brian Cater’s studio Paradox Productions here...2020-01-102h 07
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR226 - Alex Oana - Which Mic Should You Buy? Audio Test KitchenMy guest today is Alex Oana, an engineer, producer originally from Minneapolis now living in Los Angeles. From his studios, in both locations, he has produced hundreds of records over 30 years and been the recipient of 11 Minnesota Music Awards. Alex is also the creator and co-founder with Ian Hlatky of Audio Test Kitchen, an online resource for seeing, hearing, and auditioning over 300 microphones from the comfort of your own studio. Intending to solve the frustrating experience of wanting to know what a microphone or any piece of audio gear sounds like before committing to what can often b...2020-01-032h 07
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR225 - Harold LaRue - How To Do Pro Mastering In Your DAWMy guest today is Harold LaRue a mastering engineer and audio educator based in Houston, Texas. Harold started out playing drums and running live sound in the 80’s and worked as a software developer and pro audio repair technician before meeting his wife, Elizabeth, an accomplished restaurateur; together, they built and operated several popular restaurants and a recycling company before he returned to his passion for recording and music production. Harold studied with Producer/Engineer, Ronan Chris Murphy (also on the podcast RSR015), and learned the theatrical sound trade as a Union Journeyman on Broadway shows and ot...2019-12-272h 12
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR224 - Jesse & Jonah Marks - Capturing Sounds Around The World at The Touch of SoundMy guests today are Jesse and Jonah Marks, the founders and curators of The Touch of Sound, a recording adventure and website dedicated to authentically capturing the sounds of the world. Anything from fish markets in Japan and Turkey to Sea Lions in the Galapagos Islands to the street musicians of Cuba will make it onto their website which includes sounds they themselves have captured plus sounds from contributors like yourselves Rockstars. Hint Hint. Jesse is an audio engineer who began recording location sounds for potential use in his professional and personal projects. Jonah is a...2019-12-202h 04
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR223 - Jarrad K - Writing, Producing, and Programming in LA & NashvilleMy guest today is Jarrad K, a Southern California raised, Nashville based songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist. He has worked with an eclectic slew of artists including Weezer, Goo Goo Dolls, Kate Nash, Ruston Kelly, Betty Who, The Brummies, Travie McCoy of Gym Class Heroes and Elohim. He also has toured with various artists such as Zak Waters/Pretty Sister, Ruston Kelly and Lucie Silvas. He currently owns and operates his own recording studio, Chateau Noir, in East Nashville. Thanks to our sponsors! WhisperRoom: https://whisperroom.com Get 10% off the 4x4 or 4x6 b...2019-12-132h 04
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR222 - Steve Chadie - Recording Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, Los Lonely Boys, Wilco, and SupersuckersMy guest today is Steve Chadie who began his career as an intern at Willie Nelson's Pedernales recording studio in 1995, quickly working his way up to Assistant Engineer for Larry Greenhill. Upon Greenhill’s departure, he took on the position of Head Engineer, capitalizing on the learning opportunities presented while working alongside many producers including John Porter, Paul Leary and a recurring 14-year stint with legendary producer Andy Johns. Steve has been awarded multiple gold and platinum records and several Grammy nominations spanning a wide range of artists including Sublime, Los Lonely Boys, the Supersuckers and Merle Hag...2019-12-061h 47
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR221 - Hamish Benjamin - Lessons Learned from Mark Howard, Joe Chiccarelli, Steve Albini, Butch Vig, Vance Powell, and Eric Valentine About Recording BandsMy guest today is Hamish Benjamin a Recording Engineer and Producer from England, as well as the host of a new very cool podcast called 'Somewhere Sound' where he interviews great producers and engineers. Hamish is also the youngest guest to be on Recording Studio Rockstars at the tender age of 21. He started his podcast less than a year ago yet he already has a whos who list of incredible guests including Mark Howard, Larry Crane. Joe Chiccarelli, Steve Albini, Butch Vig, Vance Powell, and Eric Valentine to start. As an engineer himself, he runs a portable re...2019-11-292h 25
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR220 - Justin Francis - Grammy Nominated Engineer Shares Mixing Tips for Your Home StudioMy guest today is Justin Francis a multi Grammy nominated Nashville engineer and mixer who I got turned on to from listening to mastering engineer Kim Rosen’s discography when preparing for her interview. Justin Mixes from his log cabin home studio in Ashland City, Tennessee. In just one week, clients can range from Andrea Bocelli to Alice Cooper, and other notable artists include Top 40 bands like Little Big Town; country singers like Kacey Musgraves, Ronnie Milsap, Tyler Childers, Margo Price, and Rodney Crowell; blues legends like Buddy Guy; classic rock stalwarts like Deep Purple; punk legends li...2019-11-222h 16
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR219 - Ryan Smith - Sterling Sound Engineer & Tips for DIY Mastering At HomeMy guest today is Ryan Smith a mastering engineer at Sterling Sound. He has mastered records for a wide array of artists, including Greta Van Fleet, Elle King, and AC/DC. Ryan Smith began his journey in the world of audio when he moved to New York City in 1995. In the late 90’s he moved through various recording studio gigs and other “audio odd jobs” around New York City. This eventually led to a job as an assistant engineer at the Manhattan’s Right Track Recording, where Ryan had the opportunity to work alongside legendary engineers and producers...2019-11-152h 08
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR218 - Dr Ford - How to Mix in a Pro or Home Studio from an Award Winning MixerMy guest today is Daniel Ford aka “Dr Ford”, 6 x Award Winning Producer and Mixer with music at #1 on iTunes, & the Billboard Top 20. Daniel has Studio C of the world-famous Sound Kitchen Studios here in Nashville and has been on the show with us before for episode RSR136 to talk share some great tips for vocal mixing. We also covered Daniels recording journey studying under west coast legends Ronnie King and DJ BattleCat of Tupac, Snoop, & Dr Dre cred. So go back and check out that episode to learn more. But today we decided to bring Dr Ford...2019-11-082h 23
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR217 - Justin Cortelyou - Platinum Engineer working with Paul MacCartney, Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, and PhishMy guest today is Justin “Corky” Cortelyou a platinum selling Nashville producer, engineer, mixer who has worked with all sorts of great talent learning under greats like bluegrass legend Bil VornDick (working with Marty Robbins, Ralph Stanley, Alison Krauss) , mixing guru Chuck Ainlay (working with Dixie Chicks, Mark Knopfler, Miranda Lambert), and master mixer Mike Shipley (working with Def Leppard, Shania Twain, Maroon 5, and Aerosmith). Justin studied music and engineering at Middle Tennessee State University, became the night manager for Sound Stage Studios before moving out to LA to work with Mike Shipley. Justin then teamed up with...2019-11-012h 15
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR216 - Chris Finney - Recording Dr John, The Meters, BB King, and the Rebirth Brass Band in New OrleansMy guest today is Chris Finney a Grammy Winning Producer, Engineer, and Mixer. He is a life long advocate of music and business education, on both the High School and College levels. His 25+ years in the recording studio include dates with Robert Plant, B.B. King, Herbie Hancock, and New Orleans legends Dr. John, Harry Connick, Jr., Allen Toussaint, the Meters, and Fats Domino. He has been instrumental in kicking off and developing the recording careers of New Orleans funk-rock mainstays Galactic, Trombone Shorty, The Revivalists, Naughty Professor, and newcomers like SexualThunder! and Organized Crime. In 20...2019-10-252h 06
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR215 - Jessica Tomasin - Managing Echo Mountain Studios in Asheville NCMy guest today is Jessica Tomasin, manager at Echo Mountain Recording Studios in beautiful Asheville NC. Under her direction, the studio has evolved into a world-class destination featuring a full range of digital and analog capabilities with an amazing selection of gear and a wide variety of credits like War On Drugs, The Avett Brothers, Dierks Bentley, Iron and Wine, Flogging Molly, Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers, and many more. And through volunteering and establishing private companies and non-profit organizations, she is committed to helping the future of music and promoting the city as a musical destination. 2019-10-181h 59
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR214 - Kim Rosen - Mastering Grammy Winning Records from a Home StudioMy guest today is Kim Rosen a mastering engineer working out of her own studio, Knack Mastering, located in Ringwood, NJ. Kim’s mastered six Grammy® nominated albums in the past four years; one winning for Best Folk Album (Aimee Mann), three nominated in Best Blues Album categories (Bettye LaVette, Victor Wainwright and Theresa James) as well as two nominations in the Best Engineered Album/Non-Classical category (Bonnie Raitt and The Milk Carton Kids). Kim grew up in Northampton, Massachusetts and poured herself into the vibrant college music scene. In the summer of 2002, a friend turned her on...2019-10-111h 49
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR212 - Matt McQueen - How to Do Music and Video at Your StudioMy guest today is Matt McQueen a studio owner, recording engineer, music producer, and videographer who built his studio in 2013 in an abandoned church located in the mountains of a rural East Tennessee town. The building has a 30 x 50’ live room with 24’ high ceilings and large old wooden rafters. Matt has recently gone full time with his studio having had plenty of experience creating music but also creating content as a videographer for other producers like Warren Huart and Glenn Fricker. This has led him to create his own video channel for his studio to help promote loca...2019-09-271h 59
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR211 - Rolff Zwiep - Managing Blackbird Studio in NashvilleMy guest today is Rolff Zwiep who moved to Nashville as a musician/songwriter, and small business owner founding Technical Knock Out Products, a musicians accessory sales and manufacturing business. Working his way through ‘real jobs’ in the industry as a cartage tech, freelance stage hand & stage manager, production manager with the Nashville Symphony, and working in and managing a number of music/entertainment based service businesses. In 2004 Rolff launched Blackbird Studio’s audio equipment rental business with John McBride and in 2015 assumed his current role as Blackbird Studio manager working with clients including major labels, publishing companie...2019-09-201h 55
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR210 - Billy Decker - Speed Mixing #1 Hits Inside Pro ToolsMy guest today is Billy Decker originally from Nebraska. He studied criminal justice before following his calling in music to become one of the highest ranking students at Full Sail Center for the Recording Arts in 1992. Then in 1994, Decker moved to Nashville where he’s been working ever since. Billy has mixed 14 #1s to date - most recently, Chris Young's "Losing Sleep". He has mixed for Kenny Chesney, Darius Rucker, Jason Aldean. Jaime Lynne Spears, and Sam Hunt making history in July of 2014 when Sam Hunt became the most added new artist of all time. Billy had the...2019-09-132h 06
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR209 - Colt Capperrune - Empowering Artists and Producing Guitar Driven Music In NashvilleMy guest today is Colt Capperrune who for the past 18 years has been a FOH engineer, studio engineer, live guitarist, and songwriter. His focus these days is Producing, Mixing, Session guitarist, Artist Development, and Mastering. In the past several years you could add Social Media Influencer to that list too. He produced his first record when he was 19, and has now charted Top 40 on Billboard, had #1's on iTunes, Amazon, and other radio charts. He has spoken at Belmont University, and is super passionate about developing artists so they make a living from their music. His website e...2019-09-062h 08
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR208 - Andy VanDette - Awesome Mastering Advice for Home Studio MixesMy guest today is Andy VanDette a mastering engineer who started his career interning at the legendary Masterdisk under Bob Ludwig. After completing his degree in Tonmeister Studies, he was hired full time. During the CD’s explosion, he spent time with other mastering luminaries -Tony Dawsey, Howie Weinberg, Greg Fulginiti, Greg Calbi, and Vlado Meller. He learned more than just how to Master and cut vinyl. He observed their perspectives on processing and musicality. By the time the MFiT standard was introduced, Andy had been Chief Engineer for 14 years and had mastered classic albums from the Beas...2019-08-302h 02
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR207 - Tim Dolbear - Eclectica Studio Design and Mixing Advice with Analog TapeMy guest today is Tim Dolbear who cut his musical teeth playing live with people such as Sammy Hagar, and in the studio with his mentor, producer Keith Olsen. Currently, he works with both labels and independent artists, and receives projects from all over the world. Since 1999, He has owned and operated Eclectica Studios, originally located in Los Angeles, operations were moved to Austin TX in 2006. In 2019 Eclectica Studios moved to its current location in Nashville. Tim is a guest lecturer for audio production at many colleges throughout N America including Blackbird Academy, NYU and SAE. Tim...2019-08-232h 07
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR206 - Steve Albini - How To Mix a RecordMy guest today is Steve Albini musician engineer and owner of Electrical Audio in Chicago. Steve is known for his love of analog tape and extensive discography that includes artists like Nirvana, The Pixies, The Breeders, Robert Plant & Jimmy Page, The Stooges, Cheap Tick, and PJ Harvey to name only a few of more than a thousand records he has made spanning the past 40 years. Steve has also been a previous guest on the podcast when we talked about his start in recording and creating Electrical Audio. So please check out that episode RSR078. He also makes t...2019-08-161h 39
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR205 - James Ivey - Host of Pro Tools & Production Expert, Owner of Location RecordingMy guest today is James Ivey, the Technical Editor of Pro Tools Expert and owner and facilitator at Location Recordings in London UK. James has been playing drums since the tender age of 7, performing his first paid gigs at the age of 8. From that moment on there was no stopping him. His parents brought him is first 4-track tape recorder (a Tascam Porta 01 costing well over £1000) at the age of 12 which gave him the bug for recording and ever since then he has been collecting and acquiring gear to make his studio and productions the best they ca...2019-08-092h 05
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR204 - Sara Carter - Mixing And Mastering Indi Music In the UKMy guest today is Sara Carter, a BBC trained, mixing and mastering engineer based in Basingstoke in the UK. Sara started recording and mixing music in the mid-’90s from a small home studio as a hobby. In 2000, at the somewhat ripe age of 34, she decided to find out how to turn that hobby into a full-time career. She studied at the SAE Institute in London gaining an Audio Engineering Diploma, then went on to work for the BBC in London as a Studio Manager. There she engineered many of the UKs most popular radio show...2019-08-022h 19
Recording Studio RockstarsMusic City Declares War On Home Studios? with Lij Shaw, Björgvin Benediktsson, and Chris Graham - RSR118We interrupt the regular podcast schedule to bring you a breaking news story about how Music City is bringing the hammer down on working home studios! CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES AT: http://RSRockstars.com/118 Would you believe Nashville brought the hammer down on my home studio just because I was recording other people to make a living? Well it's true!My name is Lij Shaw and I have a Grammy awarded home studio in East Nashville TN called The Toy Box Studio where I have been peacefully recording local musicians fo...2017-12-081h 06
Recording Studio RockstarsMusic City Declares War On Home Studios? with Lij Shaw, Björgvin Benediktsson, and Chris Graham - RSR118We interrupt the regular podcast schedule to bring you a breaking news story about how Music City is bringing the hammer down on working home studios! CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES AT: http://RSRockstars.com/118 Would you believe Nashville brought the hammer down on my home studio just because I was recording other people to make a living? Well it's true!My name is Lij Shaw and I have a Grammy awarded home studio in East Nashville TN called The Toy Box Studio where I have been peacefully recording local musicians fo...2017-12-081h 06
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR115 - The Only 7 Plugins You'll Ever Need with Rob Mayzes - Musician On A MissionRob Mayzes explains the recording process, gives songwriting techniques, talks about how to get sounds right at the source, and how less is more when mixing. CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES AT: http://RSRockstars.com/115 Free PDF notes from Rob at: http://MusicianOnAMission.com/Lij Rob Mayzes is an audio professional, musician and educator. He has helped thousands of home studio owners produce better music and mixes through his website, Musician on a Mission. He is also a contributor to The Pro Audio Files, Udemy, Tuts +, Recording Revolution, and SonicScoop. Rob l...2017-11-171h 46
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR115 - The Only 7 Plugins You'll Ever Need with Rob Mayzes - Musician On A MissionRob Mayzes explains the recording process, gives songwriting techniques, talks about how to get sounds right at the source, and how less is more when mixing. CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES AT: http://RSRockstars.com/115 Free PDF notes from Rob at: http://MusicianOnAMission.com/Lij Rob Mayzes is an audio professional, musician and educator. He has helped thousands of home studio owners produce better music and mixes through his website, Musician on a Mission. He is also a contributor to The Pro Audio Files, Udemy, Tuts +, Recording Revolution, and SonicScoop. Rob l...2017-11-171h 46
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR098 - Summer NAMM 2017 - Warren Huart, Matt Boudreau, Larry Crane, Roswell Pro Audio, Pete Woj, Chris Selim, Dane Myers, Rob Christensen, Kirk Teachout, Lilly Hiatt, and many others!Lij Shaw goes to Summer NAMM 2017 Nashville TN to learn what's new. Join me and my friends as I head off to Summer NAMM 2017 in Nashville TN. This is the National Association of Music Merchants and a great opportunity to learn about the newest instruments, amps, hardware and software in the music industry. This year I was fortunate to host a large group of guest audio bloggers, Youtubers, podcasters, producers, and mastering engineers at my studio, The Toy Box Studio. I also got a chance to interview Matt McGlynn from Roswell Pro Audio microphones, and ask some fun questi...2017-07-211h 25
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR098 - Summer NAMM 2017 - Warren Huart, Matt Boudreau, Larry Crane, Roswell Pro Audio, Pete Woj, Chris Selim, Dane Myers, Rob Christensen, Kirk Teachout, Lilly Hiatt, and many others!Lij Shaw goes to Summer NAMM 2017 Nashville TN to learn what's new. Join me and my friends as I head off to Summer NAMM 2017 in Nashville TN. This is the National Association of Music Merchants and a great opportunity to learn about the newest instruments, amps, hardware and software in the music industry. This year I was fortunate to host a large group of guest audio bloggers, Youtubers, podcasters, producers, and mastering engineers at my studio, The Toy Box Studio. I also got a chance to interview Matt McGlynn from Roswell Pro Audio microphones, and ask some fun questi...2017-07-211h 25
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR072 - Chris Graham - How To Grow An Online Mastering Studio Business Lij Shaw interviews mastering engineer, Chris Graham, to learn about building and growing your online studio business. Chris has grown his mastering business online from the comfort of his own home studio, in Columbus OH, using the power of the internet through careful advertising and free marketing on Google and Youtube. He shares many of his techniques with us in this episode. So that you can benefit with your own studio from anywhere! Get the full show notes at http://RSRockstars.com/72 -Also- Free mix training with Lij at MixMasterBundle.com...2017-01-201h 52
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR072 - Chris Graham - How To Grow An Online Mastering Studio Business Lij Shaw interviews mastering engineer, Chris Graham, to learn about building and growing your online studio business. Chris has grown his mastering business online from the comfort of his own home studio, in Columbus OH, using the power of the internet through careful advertising and free marketing on Google and Youtube. He shares many of his techniques with us in this episode. So that you can benefit with your own studio from anywhere! Get the full show notes at http://RSRockstars.com/72 -Also- Free mix training with Lij at MixMasterBundle.com...2017-01-201h 52
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR071 - Chris King - Poetry Scores & Field Recording With Lij ShawFree mix training with Lij at MixMasterBundle.com Get yourself a Rockstar T-shirt at: RSRockstars.com/Tshirt Get the theme music at: SkadooshMusic.com Get the full show notes at http://RSRockstars.com/71 Chris King is a songwriter, music and film producer, and award winning author. He also happens to be the singer in my St Louis bands, Enormous Richard, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Three Fried Men. Chris has produced or co-produced musical adaptations of the poetry of Gertrude Stein, Pulitzer laureate Paul Muldoon, Missouri Poet Laureate David Clewell, Australian p...2017-01-131h 57
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR071 - Chris King - Poetry Scores & Field Recording With Lij ShawFree mix training with Lij at MixMasterBundle.com Get yourself a Rockstar T-shirt at: RSRockstars.com/Tshirt Get the theme music at: SkadooshMusic.com Get the full show notes at http://RSRockstars.com/71 Chris King is a songwriter, music and film producer, and award winning author. He also happens to be the singer in my St Louis bands, Enormous Richard, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Three Fried Men. Chris has produced or co-produced musical adaptations of the poetry of Gertrude Stein, Pulitzer laureate Paul Muldoon, Missouri Poet Laureate David Clewell, Australian p...2017-01-131h 57
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR065 - Meghan Gohil - From Live Sound to Studio, Recording with Lij ShawFree mix training with Lij at MixMasterBundle.com Get yourself a T-shirt at: RSRockstars.com/Tshirt My guest today is Meghan Gohil, a producer, engineer, musician, studio and record label owner in Hollywood CA. It was Meghan was who recorded my first college band in St Louis called Dr Seuss. He recorded many projects with me over the next couple of decades. Our first big release was for my band Enormous Richard, a twangy alt country band from St Louis. We recorded 30 songs live to cassette in a basement in Granite City IL an...2016-12-021h 34
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR065 - Meghan Gohil - From Live Sound to Studio, Recording with Lij ShawFree mix training with Lij at MixMasterBundle.com Get yourself a T-shirt at: RSRockstars.com/Tshirt My guest today is Meghan Gohil, a producer, engineer, musician, studio and record label owner in Hollywood CA. It was Meghan was who recorded my first college band in St Louis called Dr Seuss. He recorded many projects with me over the next couple of decades. Our first big release was for my band Enormous Richard, a twangy alt country band from St Louis. We recorded 30 songs live to cassette in a basement in Granite City IL an...2016-12-021h 34
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR EP000- Lij Shaw IntroductionRecordingstudiorockstars.com
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Welcome to Recording Studio Rockstars I’m Lij Shaw and this is the podcast created to help you become a rockstar of the recording studio! I am an award winning chart breaking music and podcast producer and have been making records for 25 years. I’m also the owner of a Grammy award winning studio called The Toy Box Studio in East Nashville TN.
But when I started out I knew nothing about recording and had to learn from the grou...2015-09-1215 min
Recording Studio RockstarsRSR EP000- Lij Shaw IntroductionRecordingstudiorockstars.com
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Welcome to Recording Studio Rockstars I’m Lij Shaw and this is the podcast created to help you become a rockstar of the recording studio! I am an award winning chart breaking music and podcast producer and have been making records for 25 years. I’m also the owner of a Grammy award winning studio called The Toy Box Studio in East Nashville TN.
But when I started out I knew nothing about recording and had to learn from the grou...2015-09-1216 min
The Toy Box Studio ShowThe Hay Bale Studio backstage at Bonnaroo 2015 - TBS EP22TheToyBoxStudioShow.com
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Welcome to The Toy Box Studio Show!
Lij Shaw takes you inside the Hay Bale Studio backstage at the Bonnaroo festival for 2015. Lij gives you a walkthrough of the studio, and series of honest interviews with the staff and friends. This episode is like Bonnaroo… raw, fun, awesome, and also explicit. So put on some headphones if you’ve got kids around :-)
Each year The Toy Box Studio packs up for the road to Bonnaroo. We build a record...2015-06-261h 00
The Toy Box Studio Showbree - Happier Place - TBS EP21My guest today is bree, an East Nashville rock-n-roller, a chick with a dirty guitar. Bree writes songs from the heart about her real life coming of age stories. Everything from love to shoplifting to getting kicked out of a family cult gets the troubadour treatment as she bounces across the USA from California to East Nashville.
Finally bree lands right here in our backyard rocking a flying V while surfing on top of an upright bass looking out over the crowd and the future.
I hope you enjoy the show!
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The Toy Box Studio ShowThe Toughest Interview I Have Ever Done! - Sarayah Shaw - TBS EP20TheToyBoxStudioShow.com/20
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My guest on today's show is none other than my own daughter, Sarayah Shaw. She tells us all about being a kid on stage and growing up acting and singing in East Nashville. I also unveil plans for a new podcast that will bring forth your inner rockstar!
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I hope you enjoy the show!
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The Toy Box Studio ShowTBS EP19 - Manny Nieto - Recording Punk Rock in China - (part 2)TheToyBoxStudioShow.com/19
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My guest on today’s show, Manny Nieto, has been working with some of the coolest punk rock bands from Los Angeles to Beijing. Manny has been recording in LA since he caught the recording bug in 1997 from Steve Albini. He describes his trip to Beijing seeking awesome bands to cut records with his mobile recording setup. In this 2-part podcast, Manny’s story takes us on a trip through Beijing’s underground punk scene with stories of killer bands, gre...2015-01-3035 min
The Toy Box Studio ShowTBS EP18 - Manny Nieto - Recording Punk Rock in China - (part 1)TheToyBoxStudioShow.com/18
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My guest on today’s show, Manny Nieto, has been working with some of the coolest punk rock bands from Los Angeles to Beijing. Manny has been recording in LA since he caught the recording bug in 1997 from Steve Albini. He describes his trip to Beijing seeking awesome bands to cut records with his mobile recording setup. In this 2-part podcast, Manny’s story takes us on a trip through Beijing’s underground punk scene with stories of killer bands, g...2015-01-2329 min
The Toy Box Studio ShowTBS EP17 - Björgvin Benediktsson - Audio Issues.comTheToyBoxStudioShow.com
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Our guest on today’s show is Björgvin Benediktsson, an audio engineer and writer. He is an Alumni from the SAE Institute and has been writing about music production since 2008. He is also the marketing director for Crowd Audio, a site helping home studio musicians find a mixer for their record.
You can check out his blog Audio Issues where he has written guides on EQ, building a home studi...2015-01-1638 min
The Toy Box Studio ShowTBS Ep16 - Lij Shaw on Drum PhaseTheToyBoxStudioShow.com
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On Todays show I explain the meaning of phase when you are recording and importance of getting it right. I share in detail my process of checking phase on all the drum mics to help you get your drum recordings sounding awesome!
I explain absolute phase, relative phase, and stereo phase, the ways they can affect your recordings, and how to set phase for all the mics just right for your drums.
To learn more about reocrding Drums you can check out some...2015-01-0932 minThe Toy Box Studio ShowTBS Ep 15 - Lij Shaw Goals For 2015TheToyBoxStudioShow.com
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Its New Years Day 2015 and time to take a look at setting goals for the year. I am podcasting from a cabin deep in the woods. The turkey is on the wood stove, and the kids are playing like crazy.
Whats the difference between a goal and a wish? I talk about creating a road map for reaching your goa...2015-01-0331 min
The Toy Box Studio ShowTBS EP12 - Dan Comerchero - The Pro Audio Files - Quiztonesthetoyboxstudioshow.com
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Our guest today is Dan Comerchero, a musician, producer, blogger, online businessman, and creator of the Quiztones app for Mac, and iOS. Dan has a successful blog called The Pro Audio Files, a curation of excellent and concise articles and videos on mixing, recording, producing, and mastering. Dan has created an indispensable resource for helpful articles on the whole process of recording. I am very excited to have Dan Comerchero with us today on the The Toy Box Studio Show!
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The Toy Box Studio ShowTBS EP11 - Isaac Bolduc - Your Health Insurance Sherpa!thetoyboxstudioshow.com
Isaac Bolduc, president of Synergy Consulting, joins me for a Q&A about Health insurance for the musician and Audio Professional.
Isaac has 14 years experience providing health insurance as one of Tennessee's top rated Blue Cross Blue Shield brokers and is an expert at helping musicians find the right health insurance policy. He has been my insurance provider for years, and has been a huge help!
Isaac Bolduc can get you signed up in no time and help you get peace of mind fast. And best of all it won’t co...2014-12-0541 min
The Toy Box Studio ShowTBS EP09 - Anders ElfströmHow do you go from Bullshit to brilliant businessman? Lij Shaw interviews Anders Elfström about his musical journey and radio production career. We learn how Anders started out as a kid punk rocker (in the band Bullshit) to become a very successful radio producer making podcasts for mega furniture retailer Ikea to help them sell rockers (and other stuff).
Who knew that talking about how long we spend in the bathroom could be the key to success in audio production and ultimately music? Show Note Links: Five years Filt (Anders radio production company. Means “blanket” in English...2014-11-2149 min
The Toy Box Studio ShowTBS EP08 - Lex Price, Nick Lobel, Lij Shaw, AESThe Toy Box Studio
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Nick Lobel, Secretary & Treasurer of the Belmont University AES chapter, interviews Lex Price (k.d. Lang, Mindy Smith) and myself, Lij Shaw (Living Things, Spinto Band) in the studio as we talk about musical influences and share advice for having great tracking sessions. We talk about working with great artists like Emmylou Harris, Daniel Lanois, and Mindy Smith, and share some of the lessons and mistakes we have learned along the way.
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In Ep 05 Roger Alan Nichols joins Lij at The Toy Box Studio for an in depth interview about music, recording, and how to make it as a band. Roger is an incredibly talented musician with a long track record in rock, pop, and country production. A member of Nashville's own Dreaming In English, Roger shares his insight into creating success as a band or artist and songwriter.
recorded by Noah Eichler aka "Catfish"
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The Toy Box Studio ShowTBS EP4 - Jacob LawsonThe Toy Box Studio Show 004 Lij Shaw interviews Jacob Lawson about his musical career and performing and production experiences. Jacob also shares some great tips for recording in the studio and how to get the most out of a violin or string session. Jacob has 20+ years performing and producing. Among his discography are singer/songwriter rock/pop albums for Jennifer Knapp, Mary Allen and Leslie Mendelson, art-song meets-Coney Island records for Carol Lipnik, acoustic instrumental records for Noah Hoffeld, John Johns, and Richard Smith and many more. Jacob also produces spacey or groovy or dancey electronic remixes for Venus Hum, Nada Sur...2014-10-171h 16