EP 40 - FT BRENDAN BRADY

In this episode of the Where Are We Podcast, we sit down with Brendan Brady one of Massachusetts' most beloved engineers and producers, (Who Is Also Grammy Nominated ) who has worked behind the scenes with some of the biggest names in music—from @Millyz to Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes and everyone in between. Brendan shares his incredible journey into the music industry, starting as a producer and evolving into a highly sought-after engineer. He opens up about the grind, hustle, and sacrifices it took to get to where he is today, offering a raw look at the struggles he faced along the way. Brendan takes us through some unforgettable stories, including a wild moment on stage while hypnotized, and the origins of Surefire Studios, which he co-founded with his best friend Jared. He talks about running the studio for 20 years, the challenges of keeping it afloat, its eventual closure, and the new chapter he’s embarked on since. He also reflects on his bond with Millyz, working with him at the start of his career, staying in touch as Millyz rose to fame, and eventually being flown to Colombia to collaborate on a project—an experience that shows just how much respect and love Millyz has for him. Brendan dives deep into balancing fatherhood with the relentless demands of being a full-time engineer and producer, and he opens up about personal trauma, including his relationships with his grandfather and father and how they shaped his outlook on life. He also shares the unforgettable story of working with Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes and so much more. This episode is packed with laughs, heartfelt moments, and behind-the-scenes gems about the struggles, successes, and grind that make Brendan Brady who he is today. Tune in now, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:00 - Roll Up Segment / Vices 02:00 - Rick Ross Story 05:00 - Beginnings 08:00 - Hypnotize 13:00 - Controlling Time 21:00 - Job Security 27:00 - Beginning Of SureFire 33:00 - Jared 37:00 - Industry Relationships 46:00 - Trauma 51:00 - Lisa "Left Eye" Lopez 56:00 - S.Dot (Sex, Drugs & Other Things) 59:50 - Turkey Gang Connect with Brendan Brady IG - @mixedbybrady #WhereAreWePodcast #BrendanBrady #MusicProducer #EngineerLife #SurefireStudios #Millyz #LisaLeftEyeLopes #Podcast #Hustle #grind #love #realtalkpodcast #realdiscussions #family #podcast