Music Production Podcast

Jason Donnelly, aka DJ Puzzle, is a musician and sound designer, as well as co-founder of Soundtrack Loops. Soundtrack Loops provides producers with royalty-free samples and loops. Jason and Soundtrack Loops create sounds for many of the industry's biggest companies including Acid, Roland, Antares, and more. In January 2023, Jason and Soundtrack Loops co-founder Matt Yost are launching their first plug-in, Double Scoop, under the brand Array Sounds. Jason's music has been placed in many films, television shows, and video games.

Jason and I had a great conversation about his background and work. We discussed how it's important to maintain a future-focused mindset to prepare for unexpected technological developments. Jason shared many valuable insights from his years working in a variety of branches of the music industry.

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Show Notes:

• Soundtrack Loops - https://soundtrackloops.com/
• DJ Puzzle - http://www.djpuzzle.com/biography.html
• Jason's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/djpuzzle/
• Array Sounds Double Scoop - https://sonicstate.com/news/2022/10/30/synthplex-2022-array-sounds-double-scoop-preview/
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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It's time for Jamuary 2023! Jamuary is a challenge to make and share a piece of music each day during January. The point isn't to create masterpieces, it is simply to show up and do some work. 

In this episode, I share some thoughts that have helped me throughout the years during Jamuary. You'll hear about 3 books that have inspired me and helped me be more productive this year. I'll also explain my personal Jamuary motto: Don't Lose Twice.

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Show Notes:

• Nate aka Siqn's Bandcamp - https://subnoiseky.bandcamp.com/
• A Journey Inward by Brian Funk - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/brianfunk/a-journey-inward
• Atomic Habits - https://amzn.to/3GvZmFQ
• Someday is Today - https://amzn.to/3WBRfNT
• Put Your Ass Where Your Heart Wants To Be - https://amzn.to/3WAHZt3
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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I wrote a book!

The 5-Minute Music Producer contains 365 music-making activities to help you improve your songwriting and music production.

If you've ever had a lack of inspiration or struggled with writer's block, this book will help you develop techniques and workflows to power through!

5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book

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Show Notes:

• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Johannes Ringen is a film composer and music producer from Norway. He has worked on a variety of feature films including Avengers: Age of Ultron, Fate of the Furious, and Furious 7. His latest work was for the wildly successful Netflix film, Troll.

Johannes and I spoke about his work in film composition. We discovered plenty of similarities between film composition and other forms of music-making, including playing in rock bands. Johannes shared wisdom about how he approaches a project, works with large teams, and uses deadlines to get his work finished.

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Show Notes:

• Johannes Ringen - http://johannesringen.com/
• Johannes on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johannesringen/?hl=en
• Strymon Big Sky - https://www.strymon.net/product/bigsky-plugin/
• Cinematic Studio Series - https://cinematicstudioseries.com/
• Piano Book - https://www.pianobook.co.uk/
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Matt Jones is a musician, producer, and songwriter. I got to know Matt while he was taking my Ableton Live Sampling class at Berklee Online. Late this summer, he organized and participated in the Monterey Songwriting and Production Retreat. Several musicians of various backgrounds (and strangers to each other) gathered at his home to write and produce music together. In this episode, I speak with Matt about the songwriting retreat, how he helped foster a creative spirit, and the lessons he learned along the way.

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Show Notes:

• Bo Burnham Inside - https://www.netflix.com/title/81289483
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Blake Murray and Marty Gray host the Tune Shed Podcast. Their show covers similar ground to this show, music making, creativity, philosophy, theory, and gear. Blake and Marty are childhood friends that have reconnected over their discussions about music.

Blake and Marty came on the show to talk about their work on the podcast. We had a great conversation about the challenges of making music and how we've found ways to overcome them. They share their musical backgrounds and how they've learned from each other and their guests.

This is part one of a two-part series. The other half can be found on the Tune Shed Podcast. In that episode, I breakdown one of my band, Some Good Evil's tracks "Being with You." Head over to the Tune Shed Podcast to hear the second half!

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Show Notes:

• Tune Shed Podcast - https://anchor.fm/thetuneshedpodcast/
• Brian Funk on Tune Shed Podcast - https://anchor.fm/thetuneshedpodcast/episodes/Brian-Funk-e1rkkv8/a-a8vja0j
• DX-7 Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/2014/04/29/yamaha-dx7-digi-struments-ableton-live-pack
• LoFi FX Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/lofifx
• Guitar Feedback Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/guitar-feedback
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with Casio CZ-1 Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/casio
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Julian Fulco Perron is a musician and filmmaker from Denver, Colorado. His music and art harken back to the late 60s and early 70s psychedelic rock. Julian goes to great lengths to capture the feeling of the era by using many of the same tools of the time. He films his videos on Super 8 and experiments with various mediums to achieve a sound full of character and unique charm.

Julian and I spoke about the challenges presented by using vintage workflows and how those obstacles have enhanced his creativity. Julian explains his process for creating his work and how the adventurous spirit of artists such as The Beatles and The Beach Boys influences how he produces his art.

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Show Notes:

• Julian Fulco Perron Official Site - https://www.julianfulcoperron.com/
• In My Garden by Julian Fulco Perron - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/julianfulcoperron/in-my-garden
• "Lost at Sea" Painted Film Video - https://youtu.be/hrqAqlzdF0I
• "Not So Fast" Video (Filmed on Super 8) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NpZj5lgocwk
• Julian's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/julianfulcoperron/
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with Casio CZ-1 Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/casio
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Sam Gribben is the CEO of Melodics, a music education platform helping users master electronic drums, MIDI keyboards, and pad controllers. Melodics has just released a new feature called Songs which allows users to learn by playing popular songs.

Sam and I spoke about the development and evolution of Melodics, and how they've managed to maintain a useful and intuitive educational experience over the years. Sam shared wisdom about education and how we best learn.

Melodics is offering listeners of this podcast some free bonus content, including 30 lessons for keys, pads, or drums: MUSICPODCAST-MELODICS

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Show Notes:

• Melodics (use code MUSICPODCAST-MELODICS for free content) - https://melodics.com/
• Sam's First Appearance on Music Production Podcast #42 - https://brianfunk.com/blog/2017/12/5/42-sam-gribben-melodics-founder-and-ceo
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with Casio CZ-1 Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/casio
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Mike Gallagher and Anthony Vanchure are, respectively, the sound designer and supervising sound editor for the new bio pic Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. The duo have worked together on many projects, including Netflix's Song Exploder and Amazon's Lucy and Desi. Both have been nominated for Emmy awards. 

Mike and Anthony spoke about their work on the Weird Al biopic. They went into great detail about how sound can be used to tell a story and set a mood. We discussed the choices they made to support the film's tone and how feedback from the directors and Weird Al himself helped guide their work.

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Show Notes:

• Stream Weird: The Al Yankovic Story - https://www.roku.com/
• Song Exploder on Netflix - https://songexploder.net/netflix
• Song Exploder Podcast - https://songexploder.net/
• In Depth Sound Design YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/IndepthSoundDesign/videos
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with Casio CZ-1 Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/casio
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Greg Meadows is an acoustic singer-songwriter who plays music as The Low End. He started the project to escape the frustration of complicated computer-based setups and overly processed music. Greg wanted to embrace performance and humanity in his recordings, so he turned to his trusty Tascam 4-track tape recorder. His music emphasizes emotion and performance over production and perfection.

I learned about Greg's work while watching his video about a Tascam mixer. I was blown away by his music and spent the rest of the night devouring everything he has created. Greg and I spoke about his work and the philosophy behind it. He spoke about how reducing his setup helped him learn the subtleties of recording and production.

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Show Notes:

• The Low End - https://thelowendmusic.com/
• The Low End SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/a_meadows_thelowend
• Greg's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/4Ever4Track
• Multi-Track DAW app - https://www.harmonicdog.com/
• Bobby Owsinski's Music 3.0 - https://bobbyowsinskiblog.com/the-rise-and-fall-of-music-clubs-global-music-vault-and-publisher-sean-omalley-on-my-latest-podcast/
• One Reason Why Cassettes Are So Great - https://thelowendmusic.com/home/blog/6960107/one-reason-why-cassettes-are-so-great
• Sunrise Pickups - https://www.sunrisepickups.com/
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with Baby Baby Grand Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/baby-baby-grand-ableton-live-pack
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Brian Funk

Single Sonic Seven is an album created in collaboration with musicians on all seven continents. The two year-long project’s roots are found in quarantine-era Berlin, while its final path was deeply shaped by a personal connection to the war in Ukraine.

I spoke with Single Sonic Seven producer Ethan Miska about the project. Ethan shared some wisdom and insight about collaborating with so many people on a single project. We even spoke about how his new hobby of making his own peanut butter made him a better producer and how a little (but not too much) chaos can help our creativity.

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Show Notes:

• Single Sonic Seven - https://www.singlesonicseven.org/

• Single Sonic Seven on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/singlesonicseven

• Single Sonic Seven on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/singlesonicseven

• Blunderbuss - https://www.therealblunderbuss.com/
• Helping to Leave - https://helpingtoleave.org/en
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Brian Funk

When our computer operating systems get updated there’s the promise of new features that will improve our workflow and make our lives a little easier. But should we update our music-making computers with the new OS? 

Not right away! 

In this episode of the Music Production Podcast, I discuss a few practical reasons you don’t want to update right away and some more philosophical reasons why waiting is a good idea. When new things come out, it can wreak havoc on our mindset, which could jeopardize our ability to make music. I have a few thoughts on how we can protect ourselves from potentially dangerous ways of thinking!

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Show Notes:

• Sweetwater Compatibility Guide - https://www.sweetwater.com/sweetcare/articles/macos-13-ventura-compatibility-guide/
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with Baby Baby Grand Piano Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/baby-baby-grand-ableton-live-pack
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Bottler is Brooklyn-based electronic duo of best friends, Pat Butler and Phil Shore. Their music is designed to capture the playfulness of kids making music in their garage. Bottler released their first album, Journey Work, on infine in May.

Pat, Phil, and I had a great conversation about collaborating and live performance. The duo shared how they were able to maintain a lifelong partnership, as well as how they adapt their music to stage. 

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Show Notes:

• Bottler Website - https://www.bottlermusic.com/
• Bottler Bandcamp - https://bottler.bandcamp.com/
• Journey Work - https://bottler.bandcamp.com/album/journey-work
• Bottler Live at the Ninth Ward - https://youtu.be/NkgZzaQ5NSQ
• infine Music - https://infine-music.com/
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with Baby Baby Grand Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/baby-baby-grand-ableton-live-pack
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Nick Culbertson is a musician and app developer who runs Moby Pixel, a mobile app creation studio. He designs game and music apps for iOS, and also produces a wide range of educational and entertaining YouTube videos. He has just released Overdrive Synth for iOS, which combines classic synthesizers with guitar overdrive and distortion pedals.

Nick goes in depth about his app development process. His new app, Overdrive Synth, combines his experience as guitarist, budding synthesist, and app developer. We had a great conversation about his work and how building interesting sounds helps us create music with personality and character.

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Show Notes:

• Moby Pixel - http://www.mobypixel.com/
• Overdrive Synth - http://www.mobypixel.com/overdrivesynth
• Nick's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/mobypixel/featured
• Jeff Cooper on the Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/blog/jeff-cooper
• Matthew Fecher on the Music Production Podcast - https://www.brianfunk.com/blog/2018/6/30/66-matthew-fecher
• VHS Synth iOS App - https://audiokitpro.com/vhssynth/
• VHS Bundle Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.gumroad.com/l/vhsbundle
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with Baby Baby Grand Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/baby-baby-grand-ableton-live-pack
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Cobaine Ivory is a multi-instrumentalist and Grammy-Nominated producer. He has worked with Dr. Dre, H.E.R., and Anderson Paak. Cobaine has composed music for Disney, SONY Pictures, and Ubisoft.  Cobaine and I spoke in depth about his work and overall creative philosophies. 

It was a lot of fun talking with Cobaine, I really appreciate his values and beliefs. How he lives his life informs how he makes music. Cobaine has a wealth of knowledge and experience, and I learned a lot talking with him!

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Show Notes:

• Cobaine's Web Site - https://www.brandedsoundaudio.com/cobaineivory
• Cobaine's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cobaineivory/
• "Composing Samples & Loops": https://brandedsoundaudioclasses.as.me/schedule.php
• Songs produced by Cobaine Ivory: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6xF37Dq1nlT5EOuy7i7tRF?nd=1&si=2hVxBJM7QeWRnCz22Uk2jg
• Soundpacks and Samples: https://www.brandedsoundaudio.com/soundpacks
• Songs You Can Recognize in 5 Seconds or Less - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5-seconds-or-less
• Elizabeth Gilbert TED Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/elizabeth_gilbert_your_elusive_creative_genius
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Ableton Live Pack Archive - https://brianfunk.com/blog/ableton-live-pack-archive
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Brian Funk

It's pretty simple. Life is distracting enough. You don't need help getting pulled out of the moment. Turn off your notifications. Get more done.

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Show Notes:

• My Website - https://brianfunk.com
• 5 Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/blog/5minute
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Doug Hoyer is a Canadian singer/songwriter who has garnered 1 million Spotify streams and licensed music for television. Doug's work has received critical acclaim and he works by day as a hearing aid practitioner. 

I had a great conversation with Doug about his work and techniques for writing and completing music. Doug shared a ton of insights and strategies he regularly uses. He showcased his homemade telephone microphone during the show, and I may have asked him a few too many questions about ear care and hearing health. 

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Show Notes:

• Doug's Site - https://www.doughoyer.com/
• Doug's Album Getting Older - https://doughoyer.bandcamp.com/album/getting-older
• "Meet Me in the Pale Moonlight" by Doug Hoyer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xN7NLKWol9I
• The Magnetic Fields - http://www.houseoftomorrow.com/
• Shawn Nicholas Savage - https://seannicholassavage.bandcamp.com/
• Beverly Glenn-Copeland - https://beverlyglenncopeland.com/
• Music Production Podcast #151: What is Your Listener Doing and 13 Musical Emotions - https://brianfunk.com/blog/2020/2/6/what-is-your-listener-doing-and-13-musical-emotions-music-production-podcast-151
• MandoBass Free Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/2014/9/12/mandobass-free-ableton-live-pack-109
• A Journey Inward by Brian Funk - https://brianfunk.com/blog/2020/3/11/my-new-ep-a-journey-inward-is-now-available
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Ableton Live Pack Archive - https://brianfunk.com/blog/ableton-live-pack-archive
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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Laura Ferreiro is a writer, storytelling coach, and brand strategist. She has written for Rolling Stone, LA Times, Yahoo, and more, interviewing some of music's biggest names. Laura runs Story Harmony where she helps artists craft their stories to form emotional connections with their fans.

Laura and I spoke about the importance of creating a clear message of identity for our audiences. She shared tips and techniques that can help musicians craft bios and make important decisions about image and branding. 

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Show Notes:

• Story Harmony - https://www.lauraferreiro.co/
• Laura's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lauraferreirostoryteller/
• Laura's Free Guide to Authentic Branding - https://lauraferreiro-storyharmony.lpages.co/storyguide/
• Music for Good - https://musicforgood.tv/
• Laura's In Harmony Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-harmony/id1511783234
• Ariane Paras on the Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/blog/ariane-paras
• Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert - https://amzn.to/3BxEytX
• AI Rapper FN Meka - https://mashable.com/article/fn-meka-record-deal-racial-stereotyping

Brian Funk Links:

• Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Ableton Live Pack Archive - https://brianfunk.com/blog/ableton-live-pack-archive
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

Thank you for listening. 

Please review the Music Production Podcast on your favorite podcast provider!

And don’t forget to visit my site https://BrianFunk.com for music production tutorials, videos, and sound packs.

Brian Funk

Gordon Raphael is a highly sought-after musician and producer. He produced Is This It and Room on Fire by The Strokes and Soviet Kitsch by Regina Spektor, amongst countless others. His new book, The World is Going to Love This, documents his work and the exciting stories from the Seattle scene of the 90s through his work with The Strokes, Regina Spektor, and The Libertines.

As the producer for some of my favorite albums of this century, speaking with Gordon was a real treat. He shared studio stories and techniques used with The Strokes. Gordon emphasizes the importance of keeping an open mind to new possibilities and unconventional ways of working to create timeless and emotionally impactful sounds.

Listen on iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play or Spotify; watch on YouTube

Show Notes:

• Gordon's Site - https://www.gordotronic.com/
• The World is Going to Love This by Gordon Raphael - https://www.wordville.net/product-page/the-world-is-going-to-love-this
• Gordon and His Arp Oddysey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txtWU090BC8
• Gordon on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/GordonRaphael/
• Gordon's Linktree - https://linktr.ee/GordonRaphael

Brian Funk Links:

• My Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Ableton Live Pack Archive - https://brianfunk.com/blog/ableton-live-pack-archive
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

Thank you for listening. 

Please review the Music Production Podcast on your favorite podcast provider!

And don’t forget to visit my site https://BrianFunk.com for music production tutorials, videos, and sound packs.

Brian Funk

Is your music too complicated? Are you making your job harder than it needs to be? Is it fear that we are hiding behind by complicating our music?

Listen on iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play or Spotify; watch on YouTube

Show Notes:

• My Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Intro Music Made with 16 Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Ableton Live Pack Archive - https://brianfunk.com/blog/ableton-live-pack-archive
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast

Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

Thank you for listening. 

Please review the Music Production Podcast on your favorite podcast provider!

And don’t forget to visit my site https://BrianFunk.com for music production tutorials, videos, and sound packs.

Brian Funk