Music Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers

Music Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers | Inside The Mix

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How do you make your mixes sound professional as a beginner? What’s the real difference between mixing and mastering? And do you actually need expensive gear to produce great music at home? Inside The Mix is the podcast for beginner and early-career music producers, as well as hobbyist musicians, who want clear, practical answers to the most common questions in music production and mixing music. Each episode breaks down real-world techniques used in audio engineering, helping you improve clarity, balance, and confidence in your mixes — even in a home studio. You’ll learn how to: Make your mixe...

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Music Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers

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#10: Behind the Inside The Mix Podcast 08.06.2021 1:22:32

In episode 10, Marc joins Chris Threlfall and Toby Stewart of the metal band Awake by Design on their Twitch podcast. The tables are turned and Chris and Toby interview Marc, discussing how they met in the mid-00s, performing together in Engraved Disillusion, Reverb Nation, and Myspace, performing at Download Festival 2007, upsetting promoters, playing empty venues, recording an EP using a USB mic...

Music Production and Mixing Tips for Music Producers and Artists Trailer | Inside The Mix 01.06.2021 1:04

If you're searching for answers on topics such as: what is mixing in music, how I can learn to mix music, how to start music production, how can I get better at music production, what is music production, or maybe how to get into the music industry or even just how to release music. Either way, you’re my kind of person and there's something in this podcast for you! I'm Marc Matthe...

#9: What to do When Releasing an Album | The Last Concorde 25.05.2021 34:30

In episode 9, Marc is joined by Barcelona-based synthwave producers Jordi and Xavi aka The Last Concorde. Marc, Jordi, and Xavi discuss life before the Last Concorde, the birth of The Last Concorde, the release of their self-titled debut album and signing to Outland Records. Links from today's episode: Follow me on Instagram: @insidethemixpodcast Follow Marc on Facebook: MarcMatthewsProducer...

#8: How to Run a Record Label Successfully | Retro Reverb Records 11.05.2021 40:42

In episode 8, Marc is joined by Cole, owner of Synthwave label Retro Reverb Records. Marc and Cole discuss a family approach to running a record label, how to approach a record label as an artist, and the relationship between artist and record label. Links from today's episode: Follow me on Instagram: @insidethemixpodcast Follow Marc on Facebook: MarcMatthewsProducer Follow Marc on Twitter: M...

#7: What to do When Releasing a Debut Album | The Future Kids 27.04.2021 53:25

In episode 7, Marc is joined by Herman Maximus aka The Future Kids. Marc and Herman discuss the three pillars of hip-hop and its link to synthwave, why synthwave will never die, and the release of The Future Kids' debut album 'Lost Summer' via Outland Records. Links from today's episode: Follow me on Instagram: @insidethemixpodcast Follow Marc on Facebook: MarcMatthewsProducer...

#6: Can Artists Switch Genres? | Nostalgikid 13.04.2021 54:49

In episode 6, Marc is joined by Evan Carr aka Nostalgikid. Marc and Evan discuss cutting their teeth in metal bands, performing on the warped tour, composing music for TV, production influences, and music as a medium to heal. Links from today's episode: Follow me on Instagram: @insidethemixpodcast Follow Marc on Facebook: MarcMatthewsProducer Follow Marc on Twitter: MarcJMatthews Follow Nosta...

#5: How to Find Creative Inspiration | Rosentwig 30.03.2021 54:46

In episode 5, Marc is joined by Maximillian Zantis aka Rosentwig. Marc and Max discuss singles vs. album releases, composing music for video games, finding and creating inspiration, and new singles "Moodlight" and "Devotion". Links from today's episode: Follow me on Instagram: @insidethemixpodcast Follow Marc on Facebook: MarcMatthewsProducer Follow Marc on Twitter: MarcJM...

#4: Evil Guys Playing Old Synths | We Are Magonia 16.03.2021 34:20

In episode 4, Marc is joined by Frank Sinistra and Louis de Funeste of We Are Magonia, a darksynth, cyberpunk, horror synth outfit from Lyon France. Marc, Frank, and Louis discuss vintage synths, what makes a good cover song, and why signing to a record label doesn't automatically mean success. Links from today's episode: Follow me on Instagram: @insidethemixpodcast Follow Marc on Faceb...

#3: How Do You Release a Debut Album? | Aquamaster 02.03.2021 49:04

In episode 3, Marc is joined by Kai Laigo, a synthwave artist in Los Angeles doing 80's inspired electronic power rock. Marc and Kai discuss MMA, hanging out with Rick Springfield, the creative process, songwriting, influences, and the process of releasing the debut album ' Step Into Something New '. Links from today's episode: Follow me on Instagram: @insidethemixpodcast Follo...

#2: What Does Originality Mean in Music? | Tony Fitz 16.02.2021 1:00:06

In episode 2, Marc is joined by Tony Fitz, a Newport (Wales) based songwriter and artist. Marc and Fitz discuss their trip to Berlin, authenticity, musical influences, the creative process, when should you release music and independent artist strategies. Links from today's episode: Follow me on Instagram: @insidethemixpodcast Follow Marc on Facebook: MarcMatthewsProducer Follow Marc on Twitte...

#1: How Do You Release a New Album? | Zak Vortex 02.02.2021 1:03:54

In episode 1, Marc is joined by Zak Vortex, a Bristol (UK) based synthwave and synthpop artist. Marc and Zak discuss their Bristol history, musical influences, current and past releases, the creative process, and marketing strategies. Links from today's episode: Follow me on Instagram: @insidethemixpodcast Follow Marc on Facebook: MarcMatthewsProducer Follow Marc on Twitter: MarcJMatthews Fol...