S01E02: Inside scoop from audio engineer, Dan Dearborn

Dan Dearborn of Encore Studios & Route 6 Records joins the Beyond the Break podcast! We dive into his history as a touring musician, working alongside national acts such as Alice Cooper, Skid Row, Ace Frehley, Poison, Bret Michaels, and more. He gets real about how life on the road can look, all the way from the business side to the “wild side.” Dan discusses his transition into smaller musical acts and eventually his roles at Encore Studios and Route 6 Records in Archbald, PA. As a co-owner of both ventures, he gives insight on what it takes to build successful operations while offering real value and quality to consumers. Teamwork and skill are highlighted as he shares what it’s like to be a part of the operations, and how the right kind of support can make or break a dream. After supporting The Big Break contest in Season 3, Dan tells us how Encore Studios had a hand in capturing the sessions for our in the BREAK ROOM series, as well as giving insight into the production of this week’s featured video, “Too Much To Handle,” by Season 3 champions The Crates. When it comes to studio and live recording, Dan Dearborn is the man to talk to. He is the co-owner, content writer, director and more at Encore Studios. Dan Dearborn of Encore Studios is a one-of-a-kind guy as you'll see in this podcast. Dan has been an active musician since the 80's, and has spent countless months touring with national acts. Now in addition to his engagement with Encore Studios, he is co-owner of Route 6 Records, a brand new record label out of NEPA. Encore Studios was a sponsor for Season 3 of The Big Break and they plan on continuing their relationship with the contest. Beyond the Break https://www.facebook.com/BeyondTheBreakPodcast https://www.instagram.com/beyond.the.break.podcast https://www.twitch.tv/beyondthebreakpodcast https://www.linkedin.com/company/beyond-the-break-podcast https://www.youtube.com/thebigbreakcontest The Big Break https://www.facebook.com/TheBigBreakContest https://www.instagram.com/thebigbreakbotb/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebigbreakbotb https://www.linkedin.com/company/beyond-the-break-podcast https://www.youtube.com/thebigbreakcontest Get Our Merch! https://merchbooth.com/pages/the-big-break Website www.thebigbreakcontest.com #BeyondTheBreak