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Face Your EarsEpisode 42: Face Your Year 2025In this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Justin Hochella and Rich Bozic reflect on their highlights and challenges in 2025, discuss new tools and plugins they've discovered, and share their plans for 2026. They touch on various topics including AI in music, tips for improving workflow, and their favorite podcast episodes of the year. The episode also includes insights into using Descript for editing and the importance of having accountability partners in creative projects. Tune in for a thoughtful recap and an exciting look ahead.00:00 Welcome to Face Your Ears Podcast00:23 Studio Updates and YouTube...
2025-12-3032 min
Music Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers | Inside The Mix#226: How AI Is Changing Voices, Studios, And The Value Of Human Performance (Face Your Ears Podcast)A single take can now become a gospel run, a country croon, or even a convincing female lead, and it happens in seconds. Justin and Rich of the Face Your Ears podcast unpack how AI jumped from pitch correction to “auto-sing,” the cost breakthroughs behind engines like DeepSeek, and what tools such as ACE Studio mean when 80-plus virtual singers sit inside your DAW. It’s a fascinating leap for producers and a gut-check for vocalists whose instrument is their body.They talk through real use cases: typing lyrics, drawing melodies, stacking instant harmonies, and round-tripping audio betwee...
2025-12-2334 minMusic Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers | Inside The Mix#222: From Vocal Prep to Mastering — 7 Standout Moments of 2025 (Part 2)What if the fastest way to a better mix is caring more about the human, the song, and the signal path than the plugin chain? We pulled seven moments from our 2025 conversations that changed how we write, record, mix, and master, and stitched them into one practical, heart-first guide you can use on your next session.We start where great records begin: with the singer. Rich Bozic, a professional vocal coach, shares why physical comfort is essential for sound design, encompassing layers, a calm seat, a dialled-in headphone mix, and planned breathers to manage fatigue. Then we...
2025-11-2516 minFace Your EarsEpisode 41: CLEVETOBERFESTOrganizing a Live Music Event: Insights from CLEVETOBERFESTIn this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella share their experience organizing and executing a live music event, CLEVETOBERFEST. They discuss essential aspects such as planning, obtaining permits, securing locations, organizing equipment, setting up audio routing schematics, and managing live sound. They also touch on the importance of rehearsals, using DI boxes, and getting the most out of audio mixers. An emphasis is placed on the value of meticulous preparation and the sense of community inherent in live performances. Additionally, they announce...
2025-11-2525 minFace Your EarsEpisode 40: Free Stuff!Exploring Free Music Production Tools: DAWs, Instruments, Effects, and LoopsIn this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Justin Ho and Rich Bozic discuss the abundance of free digital recording resources available for music production. They recount their recent musical projects, including performances and upcoming releases. The main topic explores various free digital audio workstations (DAWs), software instruments, audio effects, and loop resources. Justin and Rich highlight specific tools such as BandLab, Audacity, DexEd, Vital, Valhalla Super Massive, Circle drum loops, and websites like Freesound.org and Looperman.com. They offer practical advice for both...
2025-10-2829 minFace Your EarsEpisode 39: Song ScaffoldingSong Scaffolding: Methods and Tools for Aspiring MusiciansIn this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella delve into the concept of song scaffolding, exploring structured approaches for songwriting. Topics include comparing strophic and through-composed songs, employing the SIMPLE method for song creation, analyzing existing songs for inspiration, and utilizing various tools in DAWs like Logic Pro to facilitate the songwriting process. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, these insights offer valuable techniques for enhancing your creative workflow.00:00 Introduction and Greetings00:33 Upcoming Events and Projects02:11 P...
2025-09-3025 minFace Your EarsEpisode 38: Releasing A SongIn this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella discuss the essentials of releasing music to the world. The duo delve into the foundational steps for music distribution, highlighting platforms like DistroKid, TuneCore, and CD Baby, and the importance of having your audio files, artwork, and genre details in order. They also cover copyright essentials and explore various strategies and tools for promoting your music, including social media, playlist promotion services, and hiring social media managers. This episode provides a comprehensive guide for artists looking to release and promote their music effectively.
2025-08-2622 minFace Your EarsEpisode 37: Production PitfallsAvoiding Production Pitfalls in DIY MusicIn this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella discuss various challenges and common pitfalls in music production. They provide insights on maintaining effective communication, avoiding overthinking, and resisting the temptation to tweak endlessly. The conversation highlights the necessity of clear protocols, timeframes, and methods of communication, particularly in collaborative projects. They also celebrate the growing global audience of the podcast and share excitement about an upcoming October Fest concert in collaboration with local musicians. The episode aims to equip emerging artists and producers with...
2025-07-2929 minMusic Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers | Inside The Mix#194: I Asked a Pro Vocal Coach How to Prepare a Singer for a Recording Session (ft. Rich Bozic)Capturing great vocal takes starts long before hitting record. In this episode, vocal coach and recording expert Rich Bozic shares how to record professional vocals in a home studio, with practical tips that work whether you’re using high-end gear or a modest setup.We cover how to prepare a singer for a vocal session, from effective pre-session communication to creating a stress-free environment. Rich also explains how to warm up your voice before recording, sharing warm-up routines that improve tone, prevent fatigue, and help artists deliver their best performances....
2025-05-1344 minFace Your EarsEpisode 33: Studio MaintenanceStudio Maintenance TipsIn this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella celebrate a milestone of over 2,000 downloads and share exciting news about their short video clips available on social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube. The main topic delves into studio maintenance, discussing essential practices for both the physical and virtual realms of a studio setup. Highlights include tips for general cleaning, effective cable management, repair strategies, and data management. The episode also explores the benefits of tools like CleanMyMac, the importance of regular backups, and the pros and cons...
2025-03-2528 minFace Your EarsEpisode 32: AI VocalsThe Impact of AI Vocals on Music and CreativityIn this episode of the 'Face Your Ears' podcast, hosts Justin Hochella and Rich Bozic discuss the rapid advancements in AI technology, specifically focusing on AI's ability to generate and manipulate vocal performances. They debate the implications of AI-driven tools like Deep Seek and ACE Studio, which can now replicate and alter human vocals for a fraction of the cost previously required. The hosts express concerns about AI's role in potentially eroding the human elements of music and artwork, with Rich offering a singer's perspective on the importance...
2025-02-2729 minFace Your EarsEpisode 30: Face Your Year 2024In this episode of 'Face Your Ears’, Justin Hochella and Rich Bozic reflect on the past year and discuss their plans for the year ahead. They recount memorable moments from previous episodes, including setting up a complex studio and launching their music production business, RJB Music Production. The conversation also delves into their future goals, which include Rich's aim to organize his projects with modern digital tools and Justin's ambition to create a course on Logic Pro. They highlight beneficial resources they look forward to discussing in the near future including music production site hooktheory.com and Vochlea Dubler 2, an...
2024-12-3126 minFace Your EarsEpisode 29: DIY Home Studio Step-UpUpgrading Your Home Studio: Interfaces, MIDI Controllers, and Essential SoftwareIn this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Justin Hochella and Rich Bozic provide updates on past guest Josh D'Elia and discuss tips for expanding a basic home studio setup. They cover key topics such as upgrading audio interfaces, incorporating MIDI controllers, and leveraging software like Loopback and macOS's AudioMIDI setup to enhance the recording experience. The episode includes practical advice for musicians looking to elevate their studio capabilities for more sophisticated recording projects.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:19 Guest Update: Josh D'Elia and...
2024-11-2631 minFace Your EarsEpisode 28: Virtual InstrumentsIn this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Justin Hochella and Rich Bozic dive into the world of virtual instruments. They discuss the creation and use of virtual instruments in modern music production, focusing on guitars, basses, pianos, and drums. They explore the nuances and techniques used to mimic real instruments' sounds and provide practical examples using various software tools such as Native Instruments' Kontakt and Logic Pro. Listen in as they showcase the versatility and authenticity of these virtual instruments and share insights on how they can enhance home recordings.00:00 Welcome to Face Your...
2024-10-2928 minFace Your EarsEpisode 28: Virtual InstrumentsIn this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Justin Hochella and Rich Bozic explore the evolution and impact of virtual instruments in modern music production. The discussion delves into the advancements in virtual instruments that emulate real instruments like guitars, bass, piano, and drums, showcasing their detailed craftsmanship and practical applications. Through examples using Native Instruments' Kontakt, they highlight the versatility, sound quality, and affordability of these tools, demonstrating how musicians can manipulate pitch, tempo, and sound patterns to create lifelike audio without the expense and upkeep of physical instruments. Listeners will gain insights on integrating virtual...
2024-10-2928 minFace Your EarsEpisode 23: Polish, Record, Release!In this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Justin Hochella and Rich Bozic delve into the intricacies of songwriting. The conversation covers the process of polishing a song, from initial sketches to the final touches, highlighting the organic and flexible nature of songwriting. Rich shares insights on working with lyrics, melodies, and chord progressions, and the importance of overcoming self-doubt and perfectionism. They also emphasize the need for releasing finished songs and leveraging modern resources to ensure music reaches its audience. The episode is packed with valuable advice for songwriters at all stages of their creative journey.
2024-05-2829 minFace Your EarsEpisode 0: Welcome!Welcome to 'Face Your Ears'! A podcast for musicians who want to bring their creative ideas to life regardless of age, experience or know-how. Join Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella as they kick off the series!For Production Services, Coaching and Lessons, visit: www.rjbmusicproduction.com For help prepping your songs/voice for the studio: www.bozicvoicestudio.com ---- https://www.youtube.com/@FaceYourEarsPodcast/shorts https://www.faceyourears.com https://www...
2022-06-2901 min
The Founders LoungePrimož Božič: Razvoj in prodaja 10.000€ vrednih digitalnih produktov - Epizoda #25Gost: Primož Božič
Primož je eden izmed najboljših slovenskih copywriterjev, ki je bil mentoriran s strani največjih imen na področju podjetništva, kot so Ramit Sethi in drugi. Danes bo delil z nami svojo razburljivo življenjsko zgodbo in njegove podjetniške podvige.
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2021-07-182h 05
Richer SoulEp 0037 Creating the Ultimate Life with Primoz BozicCreating the Ultimate Life with Primoz Bozic Primoz Bozic is an on-line entrepreneur who helps people transform their business with his ultimate guides course. Primoz also creates epic blog posts designed to help people grow personally. He is an expert at building relationships and has connected with top people in his industry including working with Ramit Sethi - from I Will Teach You To Be Rich. He goes above and beyond in everything he does to be a superstar. You can find Primoz at - https://www.primozbozic.com/ Welcome to Richer Soul - Your...
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