In this episode I spoke with brothers Jon and Bryan who are the two producers that make up the duo Birthdayy Partyy. I first came across their music almost a year ago on SoundCloud when I heard their first single “Unwrapped.” I was immediately

How to Get Organized, Be More Productive, and Build Your Career As an Artist with Syence

Oct 3rd, 2018 1h 40m

This week I sat down with Zach who is one of the two producers that make up the duo Syence. We talk about Zach’s move out to Los Angeles, how he’s grown his network in the music industry, and how he objectively measured the quality and progr

Overcoming Perfection, Building Your Brand, and Reaching New Listeners With Patrick Reza

Sep 12th, 2018 1h 41m

In this episode I spoke with Patrick Reza. Patrick is a producer I've been listening to for years, first discovering his early dubstep remixesIn this episode, we discuss how to finish more tracks, keep your listeners engaged, and even how to

Workflow Secrets, Mixing Mistakes, and Continual Learning with Tom Frampton

Aug 14th, 2018 32m 50s

▶ ENTER THE ULTIMATE PLUGIN GIVEAWAY⇢ www.sound.academy/mastering-the-mixIn this episode of The Sound.Academy Podcast I spoke with Tom Frampton of Mastering the Mix. Tom is an experienced producer, mixing and mastering engineer, and plugin d

Mixing Techniques, Reverb Strategies, and Advanced Sound Design with Zen World

Jul 31st, 2018 55m 29s

In this episode of The Sound.Academy Podcast we spoke with Zen World. Zen runs one of the largest music production channels on YouTube, teaching millions of producers each year. He also is the Founder of Evolution of Sound, and even teaches pro

Mastering the Art of Sound Design with Rocket Powered Sound

Jul 13th, 2018 37m 25s

In this episode of The Sound.Academy Podcast I'm joined by Shane Gregoire who is the founder of Rocket Powered Sound. If you’ve ever watched any Serum tutorials on YouTube, you definitely know Shane. He and his team specialize in creating int

Layering, Stereo Imaging, and Sound Design with Zetta

Jun 4th, 2018 1h 8m

In this episode of The Sound.Academy Podcast I spoke with Zetta. He's an outstanding bass producer hailing from Brazil and boasting releases on labels including Firepower Records, DSV Audio, and Odio records.With quite a bit of teaching exper

How to Finish More Tracks, Keep it Simple, and Break Through the Noise with Parker

May 9th, 2018 51m 25s

In this episode of The Sound.Academy Podcast I spoke with @parkerhits, who’s an amazingly talented producer that creates all kinds of melodic bass music. We talk all about his workflow and approach to production.One thing that really sparked

Visualizing Your Mix, Beefing Up Your Drums, and Strategic Marketing with Thomas Anthony

Apr 25th, 2018 1h 17m

This week on the podcast I speak with @itstomanthony, who is a phenomenal artist and instructor. He is a member of the duo @peepthismusic in addition to producing under the name Thomas Anthony.Here are a few of the key topics we discuss in th

How to NOT Suck at Producing with Underbelly of "You Suck at Producing"

Apr 10th, 2018 47m 17s

In this episode of the podcast I speak with Underbelly, who is the mind behind the hit YouTube channel “You Suck at Producing.” We discuss the biggest mistakes new producers make, music theory concepts you need to learn, how to finish more song

Branding, Cutting Through the Noise, and Making it in the Music Industry With David Kim

Mar 28th, 2018 38m 49s

Learn how David Kim has helped artists like Axwell, Ingrosso, Alesso, AC Slater, Brasstracks, Grandtheft, KRANE, and many more cut through the noise and differentiate their brand as an artist.Here are 5 key takeaways you'll have from this epi

Remix Techniques, Sidechain Tricks, and Successful Collaborations with Crystal Knives

Mar 13th, 2018 31m 27s

This week on the podcast we spoke with Crystal Knives, who is quickly becoming very well known for his incredibly melodic bass-driven tracks.Here are 5 takeaways you'll have from this episode:1. How to create a remix that stands out2. Strat

Surgical EQ, Creating Huge Buildups, and Putting Your Drums In Key With IYFFE

Mar 6th, 2018 54m 28s

IYFFE aka Pedro Alexander is quickly becoming known as one of Brazil’s fastest-growing bass artists, boasting releases on Dim Mak, Monstercat, Circus Records, and OWSLA. We speak at depth about his songwriting process, how he processes sounds t

Layering, Mixing, and Goal Setting Strategies With PeaceTreaty

Feb 26th, 2018 1h 27m

Hear PeaceTreaty's strategies for layering sounds together, creating a full-sounding mix, and setting goals for music production.Show Notes: sound.academy/layering-and-mixing/

Songwriting, Sound Design, and Promotion Strategies with Dack Janiels

Feb 21st, 2018 47m 32s

Learn how dubstep powerhouse Dack Janiels strategically approaches songwriting, chooses sounds that fit well together, balances production and promotion, and gains support from his favorite artists and labels.Show Notes: https://sound.academy

Vocal Processing Techniques From The Chainsmokers, San Holo, Post Malone, Lauv, Cazzette & More

Jan 30th, 2018 21m 38s

Learn vocal recording, processing and arrangement techniques from The Chainsmokers, San Holo, Post Malone, Lauv, Kill Frenzy, Morgan Page, Justin Mylo, Cazzette and Catz ‘N Dogz in this episode of the Sound.Academy Podcast.To access all show

How To Make Drums Like Pendulum, Claude Vonstroke, Illenium, Dyro, Morgan Page & More

Jan 9th, 2018 29m 17s

Learn how Pendulum, Claude Vonstroke, Illenium, Seven Lions, Dyro, Morgan Page and Maddix arrange and process their drums in this episode of the Sound.Academy Podcast.To view this week's show notes and access all of the resources discussed, v

Reverb Strategies From Skrillex, KSHMR, Jay Hardway, Brooks, Mesto & More

Dec 13th, 2017 35m 49s

This week we are talking all about reverb. Reverb is an essential part of mixing, and is going to be a necessary part of your music, no matter what genre you’re creating. Today we’re going to be discussing a lot of background on reverb: what re

How To Get Your Tracks As Loud As Virtual Riot, Hardwell, Nicky Romero, Oliver Heldens & More

Nov 30th, 2017 19m 34s

This week we are talking all about the "loudness war" in music production, and how you get get your tracks as loud as possible. We will be discussing how these artists view loudness, the strategies they use to measure how loud their tracks are,

Workflow & Arrangement Techniques From Flume, Seven Lions, KSHMR, Martin Garrix, & More

Nov 14th, 2017 35m 13s

*The Ultimate Arrangement Blueprint is no longer available. We will have updated content covering this topic coming out soon*In this episode of the Sound Academy Podcast, we talk all about workflow and arrangement. We will be going through th

How To Make 808s Like KRANE, QUIX, Brillz, DJ Fresh, Metro Boomin & More

Nov 7th, 2017 22m 9s

In this week's episode of the Sound Academy Podcast, we discuss all things 808s. We talk a little bit about the history of 808s, as well as how process them, how to fit them into your mix, how to layer them with your kicks and so much more.St

#2: How To Get Your Tracks As Wide As KSHMR, Skrillex, NGHTMRE, Dada Life & more

Oct 26th, 2017 23m 54s

In this episode of the Sound.Academy Podcast, we dive deep into panning and stereo imaging. We will be discussing what panning and stereo imaging are, why they are important in your tracks, how narrow or wide each type of element should be, the

#1: Sidechain Compression (Incl. Tips from Marshmello, The Chainsmokers, Zomboy, Deadmau5 & more)

Oct 18th, 2017 21m 27s

In this, the first episode of the Sound.Academy Podcast, we discuss all things sidechaining. We discuss the differences between sidechain compression and volume automation, the advantages of each, as well as how producers including Marshmello,

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