The Trailer Music Composer's Podcast

In this episode of the podcast I talk about why it’s important to use big trailer hits in your trailer music. This goes back to something I am always saying to students, “Trailer music is about character, build, and impact”. Yes, you guessed it, these hits take you one step closer to getting that impact that you need. Why do you even need impact?  We are dealing with stories. These stories are usu...

In this episode of the podcast I talk about “Pigeon-holing” your music. I came across this notion (not for the first time) in some comments on Facebook.  Now you all know how I feel about cynical/critical people. BUT, this comment sparked a thought that I should probably give my ‘two cents’ on this. I think so many composers (people in general) are riddled with fear and anxiety about their abiliti...

In this episode of the Trailer Music Composer’s Podcast I am joined by not one, but two very special guests. The supervisor/composer duo Emma Middleton (@rubatomusic_uk) and Kiaran Scragg (@fortnowhere). Together the two of them wrote the track featured on the teaser trailer of The Witcher Season 2. On the show they go into so much detail on how they wrote the track together, even down to the samp...

In this episode of the Trailer Music Composer’s Podcast I got to chat with the freelance music supervisor, Emma Middleton (@rubatomusic_uk).  In our conversation, Emma was so wonderfully transparent about all the aspects of music supervision and how she came to be in that role. This is gonna be such a helpful interview to listen to togive you a better understanding of how the trailer music world w...

Happy New Year Everyone - 2022 is here and what a way to kick it off (albeit it a little late) than to re-launch the Trailer Music Composer’s Podcast!? You may have noticed that I took a little break from producing episodes for the show/site. I was simply following my own advice and giving myself some space for reflection and to avoid overwhelm whilst Vik and I launched the second year of Protege...

In this months group call, we got some great questions. We'll learn a bit about how to set up your templates for easier stemming. A little bit about customs and different approaches as well as how to beef up your third acts! We then listen to some amazing tracks from our super talented students, and Rich gives feedback. Hope you enjoy, Cheers! Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -&nbs...

We are back with another group call with the students. Rich answers some great questions and then gives feedback on some tracks. Each month the students are given a brief similar to what you would get in the industry to practice for the real thing, as well as learning to implement the feedback you get. Cheers! Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Chec...

In this episode Richard talks about imposter syndrome. We've all felt this way at some point, like you aren't good enough, like you don't really know what you are doing and don't deserve the success you get. Like you "lucked out" Rich wants to share some methods to get past these kinds of negative feelings and make you realize they aren't true. It's importan...

In this episode Rich himself is being interviewed by the amazing composer Aurélie Webb. She asks amazing questions regarding both the music itself and the industry and what to expect. Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusicbundle/ You can now get all 12 of my trailer music courses for an...

In this episode the guys talk about the stresses of doing custom work. You don't always know if you've won it until you see the released trailer and they share some advice on how to deal with rejection. The important thing is to keep going and not take things personally! Trailer mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tB9WUIv9KH8&ab_channel=FocusFeatures Cheers! Grab Your FREE Tra...

In this episode Rich discusses whether it is too late to get into trailer music at this point. Don't let fear influence you realising your dreams! Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusicbundle/ You can now get all 12 of my trailer music courses for an amazingly low price. You might...

Hey guys! This group call Rich answers some of the students questions, before we move on to feedback on this months brief which was "Dark Epic Action Sound Design" Enjoy! Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusicbundle/ You can now get all 12 of my trailer music courses for an am...

Today we have an interview with the amazing composer and Protegé student Sean Latino. We talk about Seans journey from DJ to the vaping business to trailer music where he just landed his first placement! Watch it here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUaXtfAFva8 Of course we gotta talk plugins, here's the ones mentioned: Heaviocity Damage Valhalla Room Fab Filter Soundtoys Talos Brass Cerberus...

This months episode of the Banter Show the guys have a great chat about mixing and gain staging as well as trailers. We had to cut the trailer out of the podcast in fear of copyright issues, but you can see the one they talk about here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adzYW5DZoWs Cheers! Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offe...

Hey guys, in this episode Richard catches up with his very first student ever, the amazing composer Dave Carr. They discuss Dave's journey to where he is now, his take on focus and work ethic as well as some plugins. Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusicbundle/ You can now get all...

Hey guys, the croup call with Rich is back! In this episode Rich answers questions on productivity, mindset and workflow before we move on to feedbacking on the students tracks. These are monthly calls and will be released on the podcast after each one, enjoy! Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/...

In this episode I give you a bit of a mixed bag of nuts. I cover: New formats for The Trailer Music Composer’s Podcast; The Banter show with Ciaran Birch and Cody Still, monthly group calls with the Trailer Music School Community where I answer their questions and give them feedback on tracks. Espen Haagensli joins the TMS team officially. Espen, a very talented composer and a well rounded compose...

Hey guys! In this very first episode of The Trailer Music Banter Show Ciaran Birch, Cody Still and I discuss our new plugins and some great uses for them. We touch on forging your own signature sound, as well as a percussion masterclass from Cody. Hope you enjoy this and the exciting continuation will release next month. Cheers! Links to stuff discussed:https://www.plogue.com/products/chipspeech.h...

Hey guys! In this episode we revisit our interview with the legendary composer Cody Still. One of my favourite episodes and just a goldmine of tips and tricks for your own productions. Enjoy! For more trailer music stuff: thetrailermusicschool.com   Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusi...

Hey guys! I have a short one today on a question I'm asked a lot. Listen to hear my approach to selecting a tempo for my track! Enjoy! For more trailer music stuff: thetrailermusicschool.com   Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusicbundle/ You can now get all 12 of my trailer music...

Hey guys, I'm back! In this episode I talk about the most important thing for you guysto nail down if you want to be successful as a trailer music composer. Enjoy! For more trailer music stuff: thetrailermusicschool.com   Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusicbundle/ You can now ge...

Hey guysToday I expand on my previous walkthrough on my track that recently got placed in the trailer for "The Little Things"Hope you enjoy! For more trailer music stuff: thetrailermusicschool.com   Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusicbundle/ You can now get all 12 of my tra...

Hey guysToday I show you some tips and tricks to get your signature sound sounding amazing.  This is a must for landing those big trailers! For more trailer music stuff: thetrailermusicschool.com   Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusicbundle/ You can now get all 12 of my trailer music...

Hey guys! Today I have a walkthrough of one of my recently placed horror tracks. I show you how I went about creating this super tense track, hope you enjoy! For more trailer music stuff: thetrailermusicschool.com   Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusicbundle/ You can now get all 12 of...

Hi guys! In this episode, I talk about something that can be a real creativity killer. Overwhelm. It is so important to set boundaries, not just for yourself, but for other people as well, take it from me! I hope you enjoy my little talk today! Grab Your FREE Trailer Music Toolkit   -  https://richardpryn.com/toolkit Check out this amazing offer - https://richardpryn.com/trailermusicbund...