Unstoppable Recording Machine Podcast

Joey Doherty, a producer and sound designer, joins Joel on the URM Podcast.URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠https://urm.academy⁠00:00:00 From Guitar Enthusiast to Producer00:12:50 The Art of Salvage Mixing00:16:28 Navigating the Music Industry: Building Relationships in L.A.00:28:28 Exploring Sound Design with EDM and Pop00:40:19 Evolving Music Trends in the 2000s00:43:52 The Breakthrough Track that Changed Everything00:51:07 Collaborating on Call of Duty Soundtrack01:03:20 Common Denominators of Hit SongsFOLLOW JOEL & URM:⁠https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/⁠WEBSITES:⁠https://www.urmpodcast.com/⁠⁠https://urm.academy/

Hiram Hernandez is a top billboard charting Songwriter/Producer. He joins Joel on the URM Podcast.URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠https://urm.academy⁠IN THIS EPISODE:00:09:46 Breaking into the L.A. Music Scene00:14:30 The Value of Being Easy to Work With00:23:34 The Art of Mastering in Music Production00:28:12 Navigating Music Industry Dynamics in LA00:32:39 The Ego-less Approach of Young Bands00:42:01 Importance of Registering with SoundExchange00:46:29 Understanding Music Royalties and SoundExchange01:00:37 Software vs. Hardware in Music Mixing01:05:19 Passion for Music Production and Sonic Mastery01:10:18 The Journey to Pursuing Music Full-TimegFOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM:⁠https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/⁠WEBSITES:⁠https://www.urmpodcast.com/⁠⁠https://urm.academy/

Curt Martin, a producer, songwriter, and mixing engineer based in LA, joins Eyal and Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy IN THIS EPISODE: 00:10:37 - Pursuing a Career in Music 00:17:09 - The Grind and Self-Marketing in the Music Industry 00:24:54 - Meeting Matty Beats and Developing a Partnership 00:31:39 - The Influence of Pop Music on Metal And Rock Engineers 00:38:24 - Working with the Backstreet Boys 00:41:49 - Taking the Leap and Grinding to Learn ProTools 00:49:09 - Embracing Disaster Sessions 00:52:45 - Common Denominators of a Hit Song FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Maor Appelbaum, a legendary mastering engineer, joins Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠https://urm.academy IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00:00 Developing Listening Skills   00:06:14 Testing Audio Gear: Analog vs Digital   00:13:24 Evolution from Mixing Engineer to Mastering Engineer   00:26:41 The Challenges of Solo Careers in Music   00:33:30 Developing Your Unique Sound as a Mastering Engineer 00:40:07 Importance of Quantity in Early Career   00:58:50 Understanding Audio Converters and Workflow Choices 01:04:49 Investing in Audio Gear for Professional Growth   01:17:35 Music Production Pricing Strategies 01:22:42 Indie Labels and Payment Terms 01:29:06 Effective Communication in Speed Mixing 01:35:01 Importance of Song Placement in Albums FOLLOW JOEL & URM: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/⁠ WEBSITES: ⁠https://www.urmpodcast.com/⁠ ⁠https://urm.academy/

Phil Pluskota (Sonic Assault Studios) is an engineer, producer, and mixer from Central Florida who is known for his devastatingly sick guitar tones. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:00:00 Exploring Guitar Tone with Phil Pluskota 00:03:31 The Futility of Internet Arguments 00:07:08 Guitar Amp and Cab Combinations for Mixing 00:17:25 Tips for Microphone Placement on Guitar Cabs 00:20:43 The Importance of Room Ambiance in Metal Music 00:24:23 The Debate on Reverb in Mixing 00:33:31 Andrew Wade's Guitar Technique 00:37:39 Exploring the 5150 Amp and Its Popularity 00:44:10 Comparing Guitar Pickups in a Mix 00:47:38 Rapid Fire Gear Q&A FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Dave Otero is a renowned recording and mixing engineer, best known for his work with artists such as Cattle Decapitation, Khemmis, Archspire, and Cephalic Carnage. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:03:24 Building a Career in the Audio Industry 00:10:25 Navigating Economic Uncertainty with Passion 00:20:30 Evolution of Death Metal Bands 00:30:54 The Role of Feedback in Music Production 00:37:49 Crafting the Perfect Chorus 00:51:08 Overcoming Procrastination in Creative Work FOLLOW EYAL,& URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Kevin McCombs is a producer, mixer, and engineer known for his work with Papa Roach, 311, and Story of The Year. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠⁠https://urm.academy⁠⁠ In This Episode: 00:00:00 Kevin Mccombs' Journey from URM Student to Head Engineer 00:04:50 Metal's Influence on Mainstream Music 00:15:08 Mastering the Art of Engineering 00:20:23 Overcoming Less-Than-Ideal Situations 00:34:49 Work Ethic 00:39:52 Life-Changing Career Decision 00:54:42 Mike Shinoda's Collaboration with Colin 00:59:19 Working with Big Names: Jonas Brothers and Cannibal Corpse 01:17:40 Reflecting on the Forum Days FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/⁠⁠ WEBSITES: ⁠⁠https://www.urmpodcast.com/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://urm.academy/⁠

Lasse Lammert is a world-renowned producer and engineer best known for his work with bands like Alestorm and Gloryhammer.  URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠https://urm.academy⁠ In This Episode: 00:05:00 Reference Mixes and Audio Mixing Preferences 00:15:27 Balancing Band Members in the Mix 00:18:23 Overcoming Bad Recordings 00:24:46 Embracing Recording Mistakes as Artistic Choices 00:30:47 Recording Music in the Jungle: A Unique Experience 00:37:02 Handling Challenges in Music Production 00:39:42 Artist vs Label Dynamics 00:42:45 Perfecting Guitar Amplifier Prototypes FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/⁠ WEBSITES: ⁠https://www.urmpodcast.com/⁠ ⁠https://urm.academy/

Speed Mixing 2 is here! Get the sequel to URM’s flagship course: https://nailthemix.com/speedmixing URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:00:00 A Brief Introduction to Speed Mixing and it's Impact 00:08:33 Strategies for Efficient Mixing 00:16:17 Maximizing Limited Time for Music Mixing 00:24:06 Life-Changing Mixing Strategies 00:32:05 Avoiding the Mixing Rabbit Hole 00:39:17 The Magic of Established Mixing Techniques 00:46:44 Mastering Structured Training 00:53:29 The Evolution of Modern Audio Plugins 01:01:36 Limitations of Automated Mixing Tools FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Jarrett Pritchard is a versatile producer, recording engineer, and live sound expert with nearly 30 years of experience in the music industry. He also plays guitar in several bands while managing a bustling schedule of tours and projects. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:03:58 - Session Recall Software Discussions 00:07:37 - Benefits of a URM Academy Membership 00:11:54 - Embracing Old Analog Gear 00:23:53 - Evolution of Sharing Ideas in the Metal Community 00:44:18 - Diversification and Innovation in Extreme Metal 00:48:47 - Maintaining Originality in Metal Music 00:52:40 - The Underrated Innovators of Metal FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Rick Carson is a multi Grammy nominated engineer and the founder of Make Believe Studios and plugin company. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:00:00 - The URM Podcast with Rick Carson 00:04:06 - Celebrating Success in Plugin Development 00:14:46 - The Evolution of Channel Strips in Music Production 00:26:09 - Microphone Techniques for Drums 00:37:54 - Sonic Signatures in Recording Technology 00:43:11 - The Importance of Consistent Studio Monitors 00:48:06 - Room Acoustics and Treatment Recommendations 01:03:27 - The Loudness War 01:07:31 - Unveiling the Knob (feat. Joel) 01:11:53 - Advancements in Digital Equalizers 01:16:06 - Starting in Engineering with What You Like FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Doug Weier is a 3 time Grammy nominated mixing engineer with 21 billboard #1 singles. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:00:00 - Doug Weier: An Impressive Dude 00:12:12 - The Importance of Pocket and Grid in Music Production 00:16:50 - The Power of Tape Saturation 00:20:59 - The Importance of Fundamentals 00:24:43 - The Fallacy of Copying Mix Templates 00:36:57 - The Power of Outboard Gear in Mixing 00:52:45 - Starting at the Bottom and Working Your Way Up 00:56:57 - Raising Rates and Losing Clients 01:00:50 - The Role of a Manager in Negotiating Rates FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Austin Coupe is an up and coming producer known for his work with artists such as Moodring, Prison, nothing,nowhere, Citizen and many more. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:00:00 - Austin Coupe: The New School Producer 00:03:24 - The Challenges of Working in the Music Industry 00:17:26 - Finding Identity as an Artist 00:34:53 - The Importance of Socializing Outside of Work 00:41:25 - The Isolation of the Music Industry 00:45:30 - Rapid Fire Questions FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Matt Huber is a pop-centric mixing engineer based in Nashville Tennessee. Matt has worked with artists such as Boys Like Girls, Tove Lo, and All Time Low. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In this Episode: 00:03:02 - The Importance of Being in the Music City 00:06:23 - Transition from Producing to Mixing 00:20:26 - Finding Ways to Spend Less Time on Non-Creative Tasks 00:27:28 - The Two Hour Song Experiment and Efficiency Techniques 00:31:04 - Streamlining Workflow with Bounce Factory 00:37:38 - Workflow Efficiency and Creativity 00:47:22 - Preparing for Mixing and Setting Boundaries 00:50:07 - Rapid Fire Mixing Questions FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Nick Morzov is a mixer, writer, producer, engineer, and artist. He's known for his work with Animals As Leaders, engineering for Travis Barker, and playing guitar with his band CARTOGRAPHER. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In this Episode: 00:00:00 - Setting the Tone with Charging for Your Work 00:04:14 - The Value of Art and Collaboration in the Recording Industry 00:08:19 - Interning for Yourself 00:11:52 - Negotiating Rates for Gigs 00:27:07 - The Pivotal Moment of Moving Back home 00:30:45 - The Power of a Foot in the Door 00:38:17 - Finding Purpose in Having Kids 00:45:37 - Embracing Your Creative Spirit 00:49:22 - The Benefits of Talk Therapy & Self-Reflection 00:53:14 - Rapid Fire Gear Questions FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Mike Low, a member of the band Oubliette, formerly of Inferi, and a fantastic engineer/producer, joins Eyal and Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy Chapters: 00:00:00 - Mike Low: From Musician to Engineer 00:09:29 - The Value of School and Learning ProTools 00:14:16 - The Stupidest Internship 00:18:26 - Starting a New Band with Malcolm Pugh 00:22:53 - Switching to Cubase and Logic 00:36:07 - Proactive Approach to Getting Assistant Work 00:40:59 - Overcoming Panic and Booking Gigs 00:49:40 - Nostalgia for Making Music on Windows 95 00:59:24 - Anomalies in Pro Tools and Cubase 01:03:46 - Building a Band for Success 01:07:16 - Qualities of a Great Assistant FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

Simone Pietroforte, known for his work with artists such as Reflections, Signs of the Swarm, and Distant, joins Eyal and Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy Chapters: 00:01:42 - Starting Out and Building a Portfolio 00:07:30 - Chaos in the Music Industry at Every Level 00:11:05 - Influenced by Joey's Masterclass 00:16:42 - Two Choices: Move or Get Good and Stay 00:22:23 - The Importance of Ear Training 00:35:01 - Dealing with Rejection 00:46:19 - The Dangers of Overusing Mixing Techniques 00:51:23 - Gear Talk and Best Microphone Options FOLLOW EYAL, JOEL & URM: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/joelwanasek/ https://www.instagram.com/urmacademy/ WEBSITES: https://www.urmpodcast.com/ https://urm.academy/

David Cowell joins Eyal and Joel on the URM Podcast. Chapters: 00:02:07 - The Importance of Helping Bands Break Independently 00:05:53 - The Importance of Going Viral and Putting Yourself Out There 00:09:39 - The Vision for Sleep Theory 00:12:48 - The Journey of Releasing Singles 00:14:44 - The Power of a Viral Moment 00:21:48 - Finding Your Audience on YouTube 00:27:22 - The Art of Writing Music from Dreams 00:39:57 - Old School Approach to Mixing Records 00:45:35 - Unlocking Musical Potential 00:52:55 - Grinding Towards Success NAIL THE MIX is an online mixing school created by Joey Sturgis, Joel Wanasek and Eyal Levi - the guys who produced bands like TDWP, Chelsea Grin, Blessthefall, Machine Head, Monuments, Miss May I, Of Mice & Men, Reflections, Born Of Osiris, Asking Alexandria and dozens more of this generation's best metal bands. Every month, NAIL THE MIX members get exclusive access to the REAL MULTI-TRACK SESSIONS from a REAL ALBUM, and a 6-8 hour live streaming class from the producer who mixed it. These are the actual sessions by bands like Gojira, Meshuggah, Periphery, Opeth, Fall Out Boy, Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember and more - and NTM is the only place in the world you'll get access to them!

Zach Jones, a producer, songwriter, and mixer, joins Eyal and Joel on the URM Podcast. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Joel's Return to Podcasting 00:01:50 - Catching up with Zach 00:07:33 - Work-Life Balance and Dedication 00:14:41 - Workflow and Quick Production Techniques 00:19:07 - Consistency in Instrument Tones 00:23:40 - The Pressure of Commercial Success 00:27:40 - The Feeling of Monotony in Creative Work 00:35:49 - The Hidden Demo on the Record 00:46:12 - Lack of Originality and Fear of Going Against the Norm 00:56:13 - Finding Your Artistic Identity 00:58:18 - Working with Artists in Different Stages of Their Careers NAIL THE MIX is an online mixing school created by Joey Sturgis, Joel Wanasek and Eyal Levi - the guys who produced bands like TDWP, Chelsea Grin, Blessthefall, Machine Head, Monuments, Miss May I, Of Mice & Men, Reflections, Born Of Osiris, Asking Alexandria and dozens more of this generation's best metal bands. Every month, NAIL THE MIX members get exclusive access to the REAL MULTI-TRACK SESSIONS from a REAL ALBUM, and a 6-8 hour live streaming class from the producer who mixed it. These are the actual sessions by bands like Gojira, Meshuggah, Periphery, Opeth, Fall Out Boy, Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember and more - and NTM is the only place in the world you'll get access to them!

Scott Atikins is a producer best known for his work with Cradle Of Filth and Sylosis. Chapters: 00:02:17 - Starting a Career In Mobile Recording 00:04:30 - Support and Mentorship in the Music Industry 00:11:30 - Balancing Workload and Work-life Balance 00:15:49 - Managing Band Expectations 00:18:08 - The Importance of Structuring Your Day 00:22:41 - The Challenges of Recording in the Studio 00:29:24 - Providing Fresh Perspective on Songwriting 00:38:34 - Challenges of a Geographically-dispersed Band 00:43:11 - The Challenges of Starting a Studio in LA 00:49:49 - The Signature Sound of Cradle of Filth 00:56:29 - Overcoming the Need for Routine 01:01:02 - The Gift of Genuine Talent 01:03:09 - Encouraging the Type of Person Who Pursues Music 01:07:29 - Josh Middleton's Success in Architects And Sylosis NAIL THE MIX is an online mixing school created by Joey Sturgis, Joel Wanasek and Eyal Levi - the guys who produced bands like TDWP, Chelsea Grin, Blessthefall, Machine Head, Monuments, Miss May I, Of Mice & Men, Reflections, Born Of Osiris, Asking Alexandria and dozens more of this generation's best metal bands. Every month, NAIL THE MIX members get exclusive access to the REAL MULTI-TRACK SESSIONS from a REAL ALBUM, and a 6-8 hour live streaming class from the producer who mixed it. These are the actual sessions by bands like Gojira, Meshuggah, Periphery, Opeth, Fall Out Boy, Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember and more - and NTM is the only place in the world you'll get access to them!

Cody Matthew Johnson is an award-winning composer and the CEO of Emperia Group. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Cody Matthew Johnson: Metal Musician to Game Audio Composer and CEO 00:07:15 - Forging Your Path in Music 00:20:42 - The Crucial Role of Passion and Identity in Creative Work 00:31:12 - Metal's Impact on Gaming Culture 00:38:35 - Managing Hate in the Digital Sphere 01:06:10 - Understanding Video Gaming's Immersive Soundscapes 01:09:19 - Crafting Vibes and Atmosphere With Sound Design 01:26:14 - Building a Company and Supporting Its Talent 01:32:47 - The Current State of the Music Industry 01:36:08 - Balancing Defensive and Offensive Strategies NAIL THE MIX is an online mixing school created by Joey Sturgis, Joel Wanasek and Eyal Levi - the guys who produced bands like TDWP, Chelsea Grin, Blessthefall, Machine Head, Monuments, Miss May I, Of Mice & Men, Reflections, Born Of Osiris, Asking Alexandria and dozens more of this generation's best metal bands. Every month, NAIL THE MIX members get exclusive access to the REAL MULTI-TRACK SESSIONS from a REAL ALBUM, and a 6-8 hour live streaming class from the producer who mixed it. These are the actual sessions by bands like Gojira, Meshuggah, Periphery, Opeth, Fall Out Boy, Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember and more - and NTM is the only place in the world you'll get access to them! http://nailthemix.com/

Tank The Tech is a guitar, bass, drum tech, tour manager, and successful YouTuber best known for laying out the cold, hard truth about how the touring and music industry works. Chapters:00:00:00 - Welcome to the Unstoppable Recording Machine Podcast00:02:24 - The Truth About the Touring Industry00:05:13 - Why the Music Industry isn't for Everyone00:07:41 - The Importance of Humanizing Artists00:10:27 - The Rising Costs of Touring Expenses00:18:12 - Fond Memories of Van Touring00:23:32 - Trailer Troubles and Midnight Emergencies00:36:43 - The Importance of Planning for the Future in the Music Industry00:44:01 - Representing the Artist00:46:45 - Finding Your Zen in Instrument Work00:54:35 - The Importance of Learning Various Skills on the Road00:59:53 - The Unsung Heroes of the Concert Tour01:05:03 - Recognition as the "YouTube Guy" during work01:07:26 - The Need for Qualified People in the Music Industry NAIL THE MIX is an online mixing school created by Joey Sturgis, Joel Wanasek and Eyal Levi - the guys who produced bands like TDWP, Chelsea Grin, Blessthefall, Machine Head, Monuments, Miss May I, Of Mice & Men, Reflections, Born Of Osiris, Asking Alexandria and dozens more of this generation's best metal bands. Every month, NAIL THE MIX members get exclusive access to the REAL MULTI-TRACK SESSIONS from a REAL ALBUM, and a 6-8 hour live streaming class from the producer who mixed it. These are the actual sessions by bands like Gojira, Meshuggah, Periphery, Opeth, Fall Out Boy, Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember and more - and NTM is the only place in the world you'll get access to them! http://nailthemix.com/

Justin Mckinney and Derek Rydquist from The Zenith Passage join us to discuss everything you've ever wanted to know about producing top tier tech death. Chapters: 00:06:43 - The Evolution of Music Technology and its Impact on Bands 00:10:07 - Enhancing Songs with Vocal Patterns 00:16:31 - Making Tech Death Accessible 00:19:55 - The Death Metal Voice & Sacrificing Lyrics for Performance 00:26:15 - Refining the Recording Process 00:29:05 - The Challenges of Tracking and Evaluating Performance 00:35:32 - Constructed Guitar Tracking 00:38:38 - Using Guitar Pro for Writing Music 00:45:24 - Achieving a Mechanical Sound while Remaining Human 00:48:35 - Ensuring Strong and Accurate Vocals 00:51:46 - Triggering Drum Samples 00:54:56 - Layering and Mixing Techniques 01:01:35 - The Explosive Finale 01:04:46 - Finding the Balance in Mixing 01:07:41 - The Magic of Working with Dave Otero 01:23:48 - Overcoming Performance Anxiety 01:35:43 - Sharing and Tagging on Social Media Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to:     ⁃    Insanely detailed audio production tutorials     ⁃    One-on-one feedback     ⁃    Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Sign up at: http://urm.academy Follow URM on Instagram: http://instagram.com/urmacademy Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram: http://instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps!

Jens Bogren is a producer/mixer who is known for his work with bands such as Opeth, Dimmu Borgir, Amon Amarth, and Arch Enemy. He also owns Bogren Digital and Fascination Street Studios. Ihsahn is the vocalist and guitarist in Emperor. Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Packouz is the CEO and founder of Singular Sound and the creator of BeatBuddy. Check out Singular Sound. Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Slagel is the founder and CEO of Metal Blade Records. He's also the author of Swing of the Blade: More Stories from Metal Blade Records. Get a copy of Swing of the Blade. Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Lever is a producer who has worked with bands such as Sleep Token, Monuments, Loathe, and many others.  Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jarrett Pritchard is an engineer, musician, and producer who has worked with Cynic, Goatwhore, Blood Messiah, and many others. Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Heylmun is a guitarist in Suicide Silence. Taylor Young is a producer, mixer, and musician (ex Nails) who has worked with Suicide Silence, Twitching Tongues, and many others.  Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Rowland is an Oscar-winning, Grammy-nominated Audio Engineer and producer. He’s also the Head of Strategy with LANDR as well as a Professor of Music Tech and Industry. Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean Z is the vocalist for Daath, Sinsaenum, and Vented. On this episode: How Sean got the Daath gig You can always tell which member produced the demos What Sean does to warm up before hitting the studio Why it’s crucial to be able to record yourself Switching from a dynamic mic to a condenser mic Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Morgoth Beatz is a producer/songwriter who is the guitarist for Winds Of Plague. In the studio he’s worked with Korn, Travis Barker, JuiceWrld, Lil Xan, and many others. On this episode:  Getting the gig with Korn Working with Travis Barker on Machine Gun Kelly’s album Why it’s good to combine genres What it takes to work with your dream artists Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sammy Duet is the legendary guitarist of Goatwhore who is also known for his other bands; Crowbar and Acid Bath. Kurt Ballou is also a legendary musician, Grammy winning producer, URM vet, and business owner known for his band Converge, his pedal and instrument company God City Instruments, and his countless productions for bands such as Nails and High On Fire among many others.  On this episode: What can go wrong when you use a mastering engineer Working with the legendary Ted Jensen The old school way of thinking doesn’t work for bands anymore How Kurt and Goatwhore worked together on the “Angels Hung From The Arches Of Heaven” mix How Sammy gets his killer guitar tone What Kurt thinks of the Line 6 Helix Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kerim "Krimh" Lechner is a world renowned drummer known for his bands Septicflesh and DAATH, his ex band Decapitated, live stints with Behemoth, his YouTube channel with over 100k subs, and his virtual drum instrument with Bogren Digital, “Krimh Drums.” On this episode: How Krimh manages his time between YouTube, Septicflesh, Krimh drums, session work, DAATH, his solo music, and life Getting the Behemoth gig Krimh’s approach to learning someone else’s songs Proper risk assessment  Are YouTubers real musicians? How Eyal and Krimh collaborated to create “No Rest No End” Finding the exact right tempo for a song What it was like to work with Jens Bogren The meticulous drum sampling process How to prepare for a recording session Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dean Lamb is a guitarist in Archspire and YouTuber with over 89k subscribers. Dave Otero is a producer and mixing/mastering engineer who owns Flatline Audio in Denver, Colorado. On this episode:  The dynamic between Archspire and Dave in the studio Not letting the business side of things interfere with the music How to price your services What a producer manager ACTUALLY does Eyal, Dave, and Dean. The three most handsome men on the internet How Dave keeps his objectivity as producer Technicality vs musicality Do awards matter? Dave’s approach to negotiation Perks to being a Canadian metal band Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan Gering is a musician, producer, and songwriter who has worked with bands such as A Day to Remember, One OK Rock, and Papa Roach. He is also the keyboardist for The Devil Wears Prada. On this episode: Should you go to audio school? Transistionig from a songwriter for The Devil Wears Prada to a band member Why you should write music. Often.  The #1 mistake local bands and producers make How do you know when something actually sounds good? Kevin Thrasher’s genius “writing for the trash bin” idea The importance of the technical side of production Learning how to read the room Using limitations as a tool Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lawrence Mackrory is a producer, mixer, and mastering engineer who has worked with Meshuggah, Bloodbath, Katatonia, and many others.  On this episode:  Working with Daniel Bergstrand How to grow your career as a producer/mixer Branching out on his own Choosing your clients is a luxury to build towards What it was like to work with Bloodbath and Katatonia The nerve racking reality of sending files to a producer like Jacob Hansen Having a side gig in voice acting Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Clark is the vocalist and main songwriter, and Jeremiah Scott is the producer and a guitarist in Demon Hunter.  On this episode: The process of making the new Demon Hunter album How Jeremiah learned from Aaron Sprinkle and Zeuss Balancing a successful band with full time careers and family lives The power of being fully DIY Nobody is going to care about your music as much as you How Ryan and Jeremiah fell into their roles What led Jeremiah into production Why Demon Hunter are so selective about tours The lessons Ryan learned working at a label Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank Godla is a musician, the chief company director, and co-founder of the legendary media outlet Metal Injection, Blast Beat Network and recently, MetalSucks.  On this episode: The early days of Metal Injection Living a nomadic lifestyle Following your passion relentlessly Working on music during the pandemic What it means for a band to have their own sound The realities of making a living off an unrealistic profession Developing a super efficient content creation system Knowing when to let an idea go Are you just too close to a song or piece of content, or is it really great? The commitment required to win  How Frank got Metal Injection’s Slay At Home series off the ground Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach Jones is a producer, mixer, songwriter, and musician who has worked with We Came As Romans, Fever 333, Plain White T’s, and many others. On this episode:  Finding your ideal schedule for peak creativity and productivity How sleep affects your audio work Balancing multiple projects and doing an amazing job  WZRD BLD’s advice for Zach Being someone who people want to work with Have you earned a day off? How to score repeat clients Pros and cons of taking work just for a paycheck Understanding what element’s of a band’s songs you’re supposed to care about Maintaining the right vibe while making tough choices  The importance of trusting your taste Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Geoff Swan is a producer and engineer based out of the UK who has worked with Charli XCX, Yungblood, and many other huge acts.  On this episode:  Making a name for yourself while working on huge pop production teams Is it a red flag when artists don’t have enough mix notes? Shooting yourself in the foot by being over litigious  A great mixer is a great problem solver Any session, no matter the budget, will have errors in it Not allowing creative fatigue to cloud your decision making Working with an Evertune brings a whole new set of challenges Everyone uses the CLA plugins. Everyone!  Geoff’s method of collecting mentors Mixing pop vs. metal Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin “JD” DeBlieck is a producer, engineer, guitar player, songwriter, and composer who has worked with bands such as Ice Nine Kills, Motionless in White, Sevendust, Outlier, Temple of Shadows, and tons more.  On this episode: Getting mentored by Francesco Ferrini  How JD learned orchestration Why most orchestral arrangements in metal and rock suck Writing alone vs. collaborating Working on Motionless in White with Drew Fulk What all great synth and orchestral arrangements have in common What it was like to collaborate with Mick Gordon Kevin Thrasher’s concept of writing for the trash How to know when an idea is good enough to keep Do you really have to move to LA or Nashville for a successful music/production career? How JD transitioned from his career in Ice Nine Kills to composition Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Nolly Getgood is a producer and mixer and the co-founder of GetGoodDrums. On this episode: What the pandemic changed for Nolly How much tone experimentation should be done during a recording session How Dan Weller from Sikth transitioned into becoming a great producer How Nolly divides his time between production and GetGoodDrums Mixing in Dolby Atmos - is it the future? Nolly’s incredible hunt to figure out exactly how to recreate Andy Sneap and Colin Richardson’s signature rhythm tones What defines quality if everything is pretty good? How would Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody turn out if they produced it in Pro Tools? Why Nolly uses Kai monitors The groundbreaking game changing effect Sonarworks and Soothe had on audio production Why the term “practice makes perfect” is a lie Using ProQ3’s dynamic EQ bands on Devin Townsend and Periphery mixes  The beauty of the right Mesa cab with the right Vintage 30s Check out GetGoodDrums. Follow Nolly on Instagram. Sponsored by: DistroKid Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kellen McGregor is a producer, songwriter, and a guitarist in Memphis May Fire. On this episode: How Kellen balances a production career with Memphis May Fire The importance of proper sleep Kellen’s physical fitness routine Protect your ears at all costs! How Kellen approaches writing with production clients How Kellen secured the trust of his band mates as a mixer Mixing songs with dense layers The reality of test mixes Understanding the sonic goals for a mix in advance How to not lose perspective while mixing songs you’ve written and produced What to expect in Kellen’s Nail the Mix Follow Kellen on Instagram. Sponsored by: DistroKid Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Johnson is a producer/audio engineer who has worked under notable producers such as Andrew Wade, Will Putney, and Machine for artists such as A Day To Remember, The Ghost Inside, Fit For An Autopsy, and many others. He’s also a URM alumni. On this episode: What reading the room actually means How Ben got started with Andrew Wade Admit when you don’t know something Pushing past imposter syndrome Sacrifices Ben made to help his dream become a reality What it’s like to keep up with Will Putney’s insane pace  Copy at the beginning, then form your own style How URM changed Ben’s life Sponsored by: DistroKid Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Braunstein is a producer who has worked with Volumes, Spiritbox, Dayseeker, and many others. Raad Soudani is the bassist and co-producer in Volumes. On this episode: Dark times lead to even darker music Why Raad Soudani wanted to work with Daniel Braunstein again How Opeth, Mike Patton, and The Beatles trained their fans to expect the unexpected Why you need delusional optimism  Hell froze over. Heavy music is mainstream again. Dealing with the tragic loss of Diego Farias How Daniel Braunstein approached working with Volumes this time around Metal bands hiring a co-writer: strictly forbidden or the norm? If you want long and successful relationships, know your role Listen to Volumes on Spotify. Follow Daniel Braunstein on Instagram. Follow Raad Soudani on Instagram. Sponsored by: DistroKid Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Dunne is an engineer and mixer who has worked with Ice Nine Kills, Alluvial, Emmure, Born of Osiris, Veil of Maya, and many others.  On this episode: Killing the LA and Nashville myth Remote production hacks How to quit your day job and mix full time What it was like mixing a perfectionist like Wes Hauch from Alluvial Jeff’s workflow with Drew Fulk AKA WZRD BLD How Jeff’s mixing has evolved since the Emmure Nail The Mix Playback strategies Why Jeff only wears black t-shirts Is using a CRM a huge mistake? Great producers with horrible websites How Jeff builds IRs Sponsored by: DistroKid Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Bayliss is a songwriter, producer, and engineer who has worked with Jellyroll, Sylar, Sleeping with Sirens, and many others. On this episode: Do you write enough songs to really be great at it?  Andrew’s process for getting demos done quickly What it was like working with Jellyroll on “Dead Man Walking” Darker music for darker times Making every aspect of a song correspond to the hook What it was like working with Zakk Cervini on Sleeping With Sirens Sponsored by: DistroKid Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Thomas is a producer, engineer, and composer who has worked with Left to Suffer, Kingdom of Giants, Darko, Nerv, Sunspear, and many others. On this episode: - Realizing you’re the asshole live sound engineer - How Jason Richardson’s unique vision sets him apart from other shredders - Where to find ALL the royalties you’re owed - The Darko production process  - Speed Mixing for fun and profit - What Cannibal Corpse and Adele have in common - The genius of Richard Cheese Sponsored by: DistroKid Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse Zuretti is an award-winning composer & sound designer for Marvel, as well as Netflix. He’s also a songwriter and guitarist for his cinematic metal band Binary Code. On this episode: 3:00 - Knowing when to pivot  14:46 - Absorbing music as a kid  25:30 - Being persistent without being a punisher 42:34 - Working with Netflix and leveling up 1:00:48 - Starting a production company and building a team Sponsored by: DistroKid Follow Jesse Zuretti on Instagram. Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices