Unstoppable Recording Machine Podcast

Welcome to #Mixcritmonday, the show where we critique YOUR mixes. On this episode Joel’s flying solo and going over three mix submissions of “Fragments” by Jason Richardson for this month’s Nail the Mix. “A buss compressor can be the glue… it can also be your worst enemy.” - Joel Wanasek THIS WEEK, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: - The importance of being able to take criticism - Getting drum levels dialed in...

Best known for being the guitarist of Periphery, Misha Mansoor is also a successful entrepreneur and known in the industry for his killer business sense. He joins us to touch on all of the above, shining a light on the importance of doing what you love, doing it well, and using your knowledge as a tool and a weapon. This episode is packed with solid info about a variety of topics: creativity, busi...

Joel Wanasek has the answers you need to make sure you stay #nosmalltime. Want Joel to answer your questions? Send them to eyal@urm.academy with the subject line “Dear Joel.” The more detailed the better! “I am a capitalist. Fight me.” - Joel Wanasek THIS WEEK, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: - What exactly #nosmalltime means - Joel’s actual opinion on Summit Audio gear - Some of Joel’s “must read” books - Wh...

Dan Tsurif of Mercenary Management knows what it takes to be successful in the music business, and he’s here to share his expertise. This episode is really a twofer. Not only do we have Dan Tsurif on board, but Finn McKenty is also back to help co-host. Want to make a living in the music industry? Want to know what your act needs to focus on at each stage of its growth? What NOT to do when approac...

You guys have questions, Eyal Levi’s got your answers. Want Eyal to answer your questions? Send them to eyal@urm.academy with the subject line “Dear Eyal.” The more detailed the better! “I have no hobbies. I’ve never understood what it’s like to do something just for fun. I’m in it to win.” - Eyal Levi THIS WEEK, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: - How to make sure lightning doesn’t cause your studio to burn do...

You guys have questions, Eyal Levi’s got your answers. Eyal answers your questions about managing deadlines, DIY acoustic treatment, and the power of networking done right. “Look, if they’re not going to like it, what’s the worst that could happen?” - Eyal Levi THIS WEEK, YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: - Overcoming self doubt - Dealing with deadlines - Acoustic treatment strategies ie, to DIY or buy? - Shoul...

Guitar mastermind and Nail the Mix winner Andy James stops in for a great discussion about his progression in mixing. Andy dishes about what he zeroed in on for his Nail the Mix win. The same focus that Andy used to become a guitar god, and then a successful internet entrepreneur, he used to learn how to mix. If you’ve ever felt discouraged from taking on new endeavors, this episode is for you. “I...

On this #Mixcritmonday episode we’re checking out three subscriber mixes of Gojira’s Toxic Garbage Island. It’s gut-check time, guys. How are your mixes coming along? Are they sounding godly yet? Are you not quite sure? Listen to this episode for some guidance on how to get into top 20 territory. “Do you prefer to have an all-natural mix that nobody hears because it wasn’t picked or one that has s...

Logan Mader joins us to discuss producing Gojira’s “The Way of All Flesh,” getting slamming and huge mixes, scoring movie soundtracks, and nailing clear but brutal guitar tones. Working with bands like Gojira, Fear Factory, Soulfly, and Devildriver, Logan has demonstrated that he’s an absolute monster when it comes to production. We go back to the beginning and find out how he got there, and how h...

Jordan Valeriote of Hardcore Music Studio joins us for a discussion about what it takes to be a successful mixer and entrepreneur. Jordan is truly a kindred spirit. If you’re interested in managing your time better, growing your brand, and avoiding the numerous pitfalls that we face as audio professionals, then this episode is for you. “To me, finished is better than perfect.” - Jordan Valeriote T...

For this mixcritmonday episode we’re changing things up and critiquing 3 of your mix submissions for this month’s Nail the Mix competition. Wondering what it takes to have us pick your mix for our top 20? Pay attention, because we’re going to explain the attention to detail you should strive for. Also, it’s time we sat down and had a serious talk about whether you’re mixing for the song and artist...

Nashville mixing legend Billy Decker is here to provide insight into what it takes to mix #1 singles consistently and at a breakneck pace. Pouring over your mix for hours on end in order to get that snare hit at 2:47 into that song just right? You could do that. You’ll probably end up doing it with 100 other things before you finish that mix though. Billy Decker is here to talk about a better way...

Producer Josh Schroeder talks about what it means to discover and produce an artist’s core artistic message. It’s easy to get swept up in the technical side of audio production. We all know it. We all geek out over fun things like preamps and and compressors, but are we losing sight of the fact that music is an artform? On this episode Josh Schroeder discusses crafting great sounding songs that ha...

Danish production legend Tue Madsen shares his experience engineering/mixing the most recent Meshuggah record. For over 30 years, Tue Madsen has been infusing top of the line metal production with out of the box thinking and creativity. Ever wondered what it was like to record drums in a swimming pool? This is your show. Want to learn what it’s like to record one of the most prolific progressive m...

Producer/educator/entrepreneur Brian Hood gets real about marketing yourself as a producer and how to properly network. You will gain an inside perspective on building a profitable studio and managing overhead expenses. In order to do both of those, you must always be learning and expanding your sphere of influence. Well honed people skills and an insatiable quest for knowledge are arguably just a...

Audio renaissance man Bob Marlette takes the hot seat with us for a remarkable hour of philosophy, gear porn, writing soundtracks for major motion pictures, and how he’s remained relevant and on top for over 30 years. Bob Marlette shares the simple, but incredibly powerful mindsets that have helped him stay in the game. Whether it’s knowing when to pounce on opportunity, or embracing new technolog...

Mr. Kyle Black returns for an unprecedented back to back segment with Eyal for a discussion on work life balance, parallel compression, and his hand on the new Volumes record. You will receive Eyal and Kyle’s philosophy on keeping a significant other while climbing the career ladder. Kyle also dives into new tips and tricks he has applied to his mixing on the highly anticipated upcoming Volumes re...

Pop Punk production hero Kyle Black opens up about everything from interns, guitar amp mic technique, and how he came up in the music industry. You get an all access pass into the vault of awesome gear Kyle has locked away in his Hollywood haven as well as an inside scoop on his dynamic approach to production and mixing. Kyle Black also answers your subscriber questions on topics such as tight but...

Dan Malsch talks shop with us about diversifying the range of your portfolio, how quitting is just not an option, and our shared love for Summit compressors. You’re also going to be clued in on how to deal with the psychology of working on high profile, high pressure deadlines and requests as well as gain insight on the producer’s role and whether or not it’s appropriate to push your artist, or to...

Welcome to #Mixcritmonday, the show where we critique YOUR mixes. “Often times when we don’t want to admit something to ourselves, the subconscious will take over and influence our mix.” - Eyal Levi ON THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: - Getting creative with sidechaining and multiband compression - The effects of arrangement on frequency space - Going with a new take (or performer) rather than sl...

Adam “Nolly” Getgood drops in to touch on everything from launching his new drum sample company GetGood Drums, to why he stepped down as the touring bassist for Periphery, production and mixing tips, as well as what it takes to network with the top tier world-class professionals out there. “There’s this curve that happens where when you are first starting out, you don’t know what you’re listening...

Engineer and author Ermin Hamidovic provides insight into building a successful career in audio from the ground up, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable adversity. The grind. It’s nearly impossible to have a career in the audio industry (and pretty much any other field) without experiencing it. It takes a willingness to put in the work, and there are times when every signal you’re getting...

Producer, engineer and mixer, Alex Prieto, hangs out for a session of 20 questions, spanning project acquisition, mastering, buying useful gear upgrades, and the benefits/woes of interning. In addition to being a killer producer himself, Alex has also worked with legendary producers such as Susan Rogers, David Bendeth, Dan Korneff, Alex Newport, and Kato Khandwala. So, he’s seen it all, and thankf...

We dive into an intriguing discussion with guitar wizard Lasse Lammert on an array of matters ranging from nerding out on guitar tones, to how he sees sounds in his head, to amp preferences, and a whole lot more. Whether you’re a guitarist or you’re a producer working in a guitar based genre, it’s essential to get your guitar game up to snuff. We touch on pretty much every part of the process in t...

Author and engineer Justin Colletti drops in to discuss his background, the blog he writes as well as his outlook on where the industry is headed. Colletti brings up the importance of the business end of being a creative type in the world today. You will get a sense of how to handle crucial processes, such as filing for an LLC, amongst other tasks that coincide with owning your own company. The gu...