Ep. 244 - Behind The Scenes

Let Us Know Your Thoughts!Today we talk about what happens behind the scenes for the making of an album.  The role of a producer or an engineer can sometimes seem blurry, but having the right person at the helm can change an artist’s sound and propel them into a different stratosphere. Song Samples from the Discussion:Steve AlbiniNirvana – “Senseless Apprentice” from In Utero (1993)Pixies – “Bone Machine” from Surfer Rosa (1988)Rick RubinNeil Diamond – “Pretty Amazing Grace” from Home Before Dark (2008)Kid Rock – “Slow My Roll” from Born Free (2010)The Cult – “Peace Dog” from Electric (1987)Later followed by Steve Brown’s production of “Peace Dog” from PeaceJohnny Cash – “If You Could Read My Mind” from American V: A Hundred Highways (2006)Tom Petty – “Don’t Fade On Me” from Wildflowers (1994)Tom WermanMolly Hatchet – “Dreams I’ll Never See” from Molly Hatchet (1978)L.A. Guns – “I Wanna Be Your Man” from Cocked & Loaded (1989)Love/Hate – “Fuel To Run” from Blackout In A Red Room (1990)Phil ElverumThe Microphones – “You’ll Be In The Air” from The Glow Pt.2 (2008)Chad VanGaalenWomen – “Heat Distraction” from Public Strain (2010)Brian EnoU2 – “Indian Summer Sky” from The Unforgettable Fire (1985)Robert Mutt LangeAC/DC – “Beating Around The Bush” from Highway To Hell (1979)The Cars – “Hello Again” from Heartbeat City (1984)Steve LillywhiteWorld Party – “Is It Like Today?” from Bang (1993)Martin BirchFleetwood Mac – “Rattlesnake Shake” from Then Play On (1969)Black Sabbath – “Voodoo” from Mob Rules (1981)Support the show