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

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Audience Growth Accelerator challenge! In this episode of our podcast mini-series, we continue our journey to help frustrated artists and producers enhance their social media audience and engagement. Are you searching for ways to grow your following on social media? Do you feel puzzled about why your social media following isn't growing? Are you looking for effecti...

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Audience Growth Accelerator challenge! In this exciting podcast mini-series, we are here to support frustrated artists and producers in their quest to expand their social media audience and engagement. Are you wondering why your social media following isn't growing? Do you want to learn how to increase your social media engagement? Look no further! Throughout this...

Welcome to the Audience Growth Accelerator Challenge ! In this introductory episode, we dive into a five-part podcast mini-series designed to supercharge your growth and engagement on social media. As we venture into 2023, content creation and music marketing have become major challenges for artists and producers. But fear not, because I'm here to share the invaluable tips and tricks that ena...

Welcome to this episode of our podcast where I dive into the world of Logic Pro X and share my top five tips to help you improve your workflow. If you're a music producer, composer, or someone who just loves to experiment with sound, then this episode is for you. I start off with a powerful MIDI feature that allows you to hear a note at any point in Logic Pro X - MIDI chase. Next, I show you...

In this episode, I've got the talented artist Enji 'DOOOM' James joining me for a Producer Kickstart audit session. We'll be diving into some mixing and production techniques that every producer needs to know! Enji and I will be discussing some common pain points when it comes to mixing, including EQ frequencies and how to use them effectively. We'll also cover some import...

Welcome to another episode of Inside The Mix podcast, where we delve deep into the world of music production and songwriting. In this episode, we have a special treat for you as we gather some of the most talented and up-and-coming artists in the industry. Joining us at the Producer's Pub are Venturer, Russell Nash, Sub Neon, Liam Leon, and Kamen Noodles. Together, we listen to and critique m...

Joining us today is the talented artist and mastering engineer, Brian Hazard, also known as Color Theory. In this episode, we dive into the world of music creation and production, exploring Brian's influences and favorite instruments. We also talk about his approach to songwriting and composition, and he shares some valuable tips on how to get started with a new song. Brian shares his insight...

Welcome to the latest podcast episode where I sit down with special guest, Jonathan 'Erlea' Guzman, for a Producer Kickstart strategy session. In this episode, we're going to tackle some of the most common challenges faced by producers in their day-to-day work. We start by delving into the dreaded "mud" that producers often struggle to identify in their tracks. I share som...

Join me in this exciting and informative episode where I sit down with Dan Fur of Dan Fur Productions to discuss some of the most essential sound design and songwriting tips that will help you get better at songwriting. As an experienced mentor, producer, mix engineer, and sound designer, Dan shares valuable insights on how to improve your music production skills. We delve into the importance of h...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Inside The Mix podcast! In episode 76, we head back to the Producer's Pub to explore some valuable songwriting tips and music production tips that can help take your music to the next level. Join us as we listen to and analyze some incredible music from talented artists such as Neon Highway, Aisle9, Tim Woodruff, Russell Nash, Typherion, and eve...

Hey, there music makers and producers! Welcome back to the Inside The Mix podcast for another exciting episode. This time I have a special guest, VYLT, joining me for a Producer Kickstart session. If you're struggling with making your bass stand out in a mix or wondering how to side-chain or pan your synths, then this episode is for you! I'll be sharing some useful tips and tricks to hel...

Hey folks, welcome back to the latest podcast episode! This one is for all the music producer friends out there who want to learn some new tricks to take their tracks to the next level. I'm continuing my "Producer a Song From Scratch" series with part 9, and I've got some juicy topics lined up for you. First up, I'll be diving into the world of reverb automation in Logic,...

In this episode of Inside The Mix, we have a special guest, Adrian Hall, who is a mixer, engineer, and producer. Adrian has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, and he shares his expertise with us on a range of topics. Firstly, we talk about remote mixing and the use of audio movers. Adrian explains what to look for in a mastering service and the difference between a beginner mix...

Welcome to the eighth episode of the produce a song from scratch series, the series where we take you through the process of producing a song from scratch. In this episode, we'll be diving into the world of synth production, specifically focusing on crafting dreamy synth strings by mastering the ADSR envelope controls. We'll also be exploring how to spice up your tracks with impact sound...

In this seventh episode of our "Produce A Song From Scratch" series, we dive into the world of MIDI and explore how to import, use and edit MIDI files to create a complete track. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned music producer, this video will provide you with invaluable tips and tricks for enhancing your music production skills. We cover everything from how to import and use...

We have a lot of tips for you in this week's Producer Pub episode. We're talking about how to collaborate on music remotely. Collaborating with other artists can be a great way to enhance your reach and longevity in the music industry, but it also requires a lot of preparation and communication. We discuss how to prepare stems for mixing. It's important that you don't just send...

Hey, everyone! We're back with another video in our "Produce a Song From Scratch" series. This week we'll be talking about how to add an intro to your song. First, we'll add a reverse-ride cymbal. To do this, we'll use the Logic Pro X keyboard short-cut to time-stretch and modulate our vocal one-shot sample. Then, we'll automate the cut-off frequency of our pad c...

In this video, I talk with Mike Exeter about essential mixing tips. Mike Exeter is a Grammy-winning producer and mix engineer. He's worked with artists like Judas Priest, Black Sabbath, and Cradle of Filth, and he's also worked as a freelancer in the studio industry for over 20 years. He shares his story with me—how he got started working in studios, how to understand an artist's vi...

This is the fifth episode in a mini-series of music production tips, and songwriting tips.  In this episode, I answer the question "What is a vocal chop", and I demonstrate two different ways to create a basic vocal chop effect, and how to process a vocal chop, using Logic Pro X and the Logic Pro Sampler. ****** Get your FREE copy of my Producer Growth Scorecard: https://www.synthmusicma...

In this episode, I'm joined by mastering engineer Mitchell Dyer.  We discuss everything from how to become a mastering engineer to how to master streaming services to writer's block rehab. Topics include: what causes writer’s block? How to start a song, what to do with a mix before mastering, how to pick a music mastering service, music mastering myths and misconceptions, and reading mas...

This is the fourth episode in a mini-series of music production tips, and songwriting tips. The key to transforming a good song into a great song is keeping the listener engaged and interested.  In this episode, I demonstrate two quick tips to make chord progressions more interesting. Starting with mixing up the chord length and phrasing, followed by modulation using the Kilohearts Tape Stop effec...

In this episode of Synth Pals Pub, we're discussing what you know now about music production that you wish you'd known when you first started out. Topics include: try before you buy, why you should be patient with progress, is music theory necessary for songwriting, whether AI mastering is any good, why balance in mixing music is important, and whether should you mix in mono first. We al...

This is the third episode in a mini-series of music production tips, and songwriting tips. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, it's always useful to brush up on your skills. And I've got just the thing for you: a quick rundown of some of our favourite tips and tricks for producing killer beats. First things first: when you're producing a song from scratch, it can be helpful...

In this episode, I demonstrate how to create a basic drum pattern using MIDI notes, quantization, and sampler instruments. I show you why a vocal chop can help creative inspiration, and how to create a synth pad drop with high-pass filter automation. This is the second in a series of episodes dedicated to producing a song in an empty DAW. You'll experience my thought processes and creativity,...

I've been writing and producing music for over 15 years and I truly believe that proper songwriting pre-production can dramatically improve a songwriter and producer's workflow. In this episode, I demonstrate how to create a music production template in Logic Pro X, and how to produce a song from scratch using Scaler 2, ANA2, and more of my favourite software plugins. This is the first i...