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In failing to prepare you are preparing to fail. Or at least in this context, you are likely gonna give yourself a few problems.  

Going into a recording studio that you've never used before can be a daunting and maybe even confusing prospect. 

It'd be nice if all producers had the same workflow and routing setup that you use in the recording studio, but sadly this aint the case.  

Who knows what the producer that used the recording studio before you was thinking? Only them, that's who. 

If an unconventional, un-labelled routing setup has been used and you're walking in there for the first time with the talent hoping to record, things could get pretty confusing and pretty exhausting, pretty fast. 

Benedikt and Malcom dealt with this situation like a couple of champs recently which was the inspiration behind this episode. 

There are a few things you can do beforehand that will ensure that you're not faced with a day of routing before even thinking about pressing the record button. 

Remember, in the recording studio, time is money and this episode will save you some $$$ and blushes if you follow the approach these two pros take when entering a new recording studio for the first time. 

Let's dive in!

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Episode 156 features pop punk/rock & roll band, Don't Panic. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar, and Axelrad Screen Printing. This episode is all about the band's new epic video for their song "The Long Way". Don't Panic is known for their fun and creative music videos. While their music isn't goofy, they make it a point to create entertaining and engaging music videos to captivate their audiences whether they like their music or not. We discuss the process behind the video from concept conception, gathering "actors", storyboarding, choosing the director, day of processes, post production & more. These guys are some of the hardest working dudes in the business. Be sure to follow them on all socials and check them out at a show near you when you can. You will NOT be disappointed. And of course, STREAM THE NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR THEIR SONG "THE LONG WAY" https://youtu.be/1J9zmBBcRHI?si=5cVGV4JdeTQrC_nQ Also, let us know if you see a familiar face in the music video! Someone we know made their music video debut! Photo credit: Keith Perks of 1120 Studios You can catch this episode on various platforms such as YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and more - linktree: https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject.

Whether you’re an aspiring musicpreneur or a legendary veteran producer, we can always strive to do better for ourselves.  If you’re struggling to stay connected to your reason for producing or just looking for an edge to get ahead of the competition, the X-factor you need is hiding in this episode. Join Cameron in this two-part series if you need a mental boost, a reminder, or a shot of adrenaline into your creative endeavors as he provides the final 15 tips to elevate your craft, career, and life.

Resources:

• Umair Haque: Why To Let Things Happen (Not Make Things Happen) - Medium
• Attitude is everything (Pollux and Castor Music)
• Stuntmen React to Bad & Great Hollywood Stunts 41 (ft. RackaRacka) – Corridor Crew
• Acuity – All-in-one appointment management
• Distrokid – The easiest way to get music onto Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Tidal, TikTok, and more.
• Get Backblaze – We’re offering a free month of Backblaze cloud backup for a limited time!

This podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance® , the premier online professional development community that provides learning resources, networking opportunities, and business mentoring to music producers. If you want a proven system for getting consistent and high-paying music projects with better clients, go to musicproducersalliance.com/apply to book a free, 30-minute strategy session and learn how we can help you turn your home studio into a profitable online business.

Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself!
Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
Intro Song: Project overthrew – Cameron Bashaw
Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

How do you build a business that can survive decades of shifting industry landscapes and technological monsoons and maintain a brand that professionals respect and trust?  What do you do when that trust is broken? Cameron brought on the venerable Mick Olesh of Waves Audio to distill the company’s mindsets and share insights on how the business has managed to survive over 30 years and remain innovative.  Tune in if you want to discover how Waves has grown through diversification and the challenges of maintaining relationships with a massive customer base spanning multiple industries.

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• Waves Creative Access Subscription Plans
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• Discover Waves’ AI-powered Clarity VX Pro
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• Distrokid – The easiest way to get music onto Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Tidal, TikTok, and more.

Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract higher quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry.

Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself!
Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
Intro Song: A Better Place (instrumental) – Pollux & Castor
Outro song: Soap Remix (instrumental) – Pollux & Castor

What's the best way to go about soundproofing a room? It is more involved than some realize. The principles are simple. But the reality isn't always easy to hear. Justin Colletti dives into the details. 
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For those who aim to establish their own music business, there is a crucial element that most producers vastly underestimate. In this episode, Adam and Cameron delve into this essential factor and offer valuable insights to help you determine if the path of becoming a musicpreneur aligns with your goals. This episode is a must-listen for all individuals with aspirations of launching their own music business ventures.

Resources:

• 10 Basic Principles Of KAIZEN (Greendot Management Solutions)
• Ted Gioia: 8 Pieces of Advice for Struggling Young Musicians or Other Creative People (substack)

Must-listen Episodes:

• Episode 45: The Top Money Mindsets for A Better Music Business
• Episode 23: Making Money Moves (with Jessica McGrath-Gomez)

Cam’s Favs:

• Ed Mylett: The Power of One More: The Ultimate Guide to Happiness and Success (Amazon Books)

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• Acuity – All-in-one appointment management
• Distrokid – The easiest way to get music onto Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Tidal, TikTok, and more.

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Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
Co-host: Adam Reifsteck
Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
Edited in Descript; try it for yourself (affiliate code in link)
Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
Intro Song: Xray Liota (Instrumental) – Pollux & Castor
Outro song: Lost In A Remix – Pollux & Castor; Joe Satriani

In this latest episode, Gary talks with Lady Ri about her time living in New York, when she realized her purpose in music, what the most gratifying part of songwriting is for her & much more. Lady Ri also performs three of her original songs during the conversation.

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We interview Mark Nicks of the band Cool Hand Luke and talk about the full length album Cora that we recorded together at the studio. We discuss his history with Cool Hand Luke, a bit about his songwriting process, and how the new album was produced.

Brisbane native Brendan Cox traded his Aussie roots for the electric vibe of London, diving headfirst into a world of production, songwriting, and mixing. From gracing the stage with Imogen Heap as her guitarist to earning his stripes in the studio under the wing of renowned Guy Sigsworth, Brendan's journey is an inspiring tale. Now stationed in the creative hub of Tileyard Studios, Brendan has teamed up with Jadu Heart, LVRA, Patrick Wolf and more, adding his unique touch to their music. This episode delves into the heart of immaculate studio vibes, the quest for the perfect microphone, and Brendan's enduring bond with one cherished instrument.

Season 5 is sponsored by Audient: audient.com

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Do you spend too much time dealing with tire-kickers, selling yourself in sales talks, or navigating how to speak to a lead when you finally get a bite?  In this episode, Cameron gets tactical by sharing his sales experiences and learning how to sell to strangers. If you want to overcome the roadblocks holding your sales conversations back and reduce the time it takes to get to the budget conversation, tune in as he gives his favorite resources and six starter tips to have more authentic sales discussions.

Resources:

• When to discuss the budget during a sales call—Role Play (The Futur6, Chris Do)

Favorite Books:

• The Go-Giver, Expanded Edition: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea (Amazon Books)
• Go-Givers Sell More (Amazon Books)
• Go-Giver Collection: The Go-Giver, Go-Givers Sell More, The Go-Giver Leader (Amazon Books)

Recommended Tools:

• Acuity – All-in-one appointment management
• Distrokid – The easiest way to get music onto Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Tidal, TikTok, and more.

Credits:

Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
Guest: Tyler Norris of Ma6io
Guest: Rodrigo Orozco
Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself!
Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
Intro Song: Project Overthrow – Cameron Bashaw
Outro song: Relapse (Instrumental) – Pollux & Castor

Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can consistently attract higher quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services. CLICK HERE to book a free 30-minute strategy session and find out how we can help you take your music production business to the next level.

Rob Kinelski is a Grammy Award-winning audio engineer and record producer known for his work with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Billie Eilish, Kanye West, and Travis Scott. He is widely regarded as one of the most talented and innovative producers in the business, and his contributions to the music industry have earned him a reputation as a true visionary.

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Warren discusses his top 5 tips to think about when recording. 

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Beauty Beats & Balance - We met Tabitha Brown
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For this week's episode of Working Audio Tools, Ed and Paul go over the characteristics of what makes a good portfolio for mixing engineer. They will provide portfolio examples with their own tracks and multitracks given from the Produce Like A Pro Academy. 

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Today's episode of the Working Audio tools, Ed and Paul review each other's mixes for "Can't Find My Way Alone" by Misty Gonzales given by the Produce Like A Pro Academy. 

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In 1965, The Who were on their way to becoming one of the biggest bands in rock music history, with their legendary stage shows, powerhouse sound, and rebellious attitude. But the song that transformed everything for the band’s career, also revolutionized rock history. With “My Generation” The Who created a rock anthem which would define a generation’s identity and represent the spirit of rock ‘n roll for ages to come.

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Episode 126 of The Popko Project Podcast features Autumn Awakening, an alternative band from Utah. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. Their story started 5 years ago as 15 year old kids seeing recording artist Kulick open for Sleeping With Sirens. They DM'd Kulick to share their music to which Kulick replied. Without giving anything away, Awakening Autumn took notes and got to work. Fast forward to today, they've released two singles and a full length is on the way, produced by Kulick and April Rose Gabrielli of The Pear Entertainment. It's a story of young kids chasing their dreams with the love and support of family, friends, employers and more. Excited to see what the future holds for this band. Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject