John Lennon’s music
As artists, we often want to make something that speaks to or touches others in a profound… [more]
Great new headphones reviewed (SOL amps)
Check out my review of some great new headphones. They are affordable and more. Shock... the… [more]
Break from the loop
Break from the loop Sometimes while I am mixing lately, I feel like a NASCAR driver. Just like NASCAR… [more]
Break from the loop
Break from the loop Sometimes while I am mixing lately, I feel like a NASCAR driver. Just like NASCAR… [more]
Break from the loop
Break from the loop Sometimes while I am mixing lately, I feel like a NASCAR driver. Just like NASCAR… [more]
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Break from the loop
Break from the loop Sometimes while I am mixing lately, I feel like a NASCAR driver. Just like NASCAR I feel as though I am going around and around the same loop for hours. I need a break from the loop. It's not just a feeling, it is an unfortunate reality of todays music. Has digital production and creation made it better for everyone? I think it has made it easier for people to make songs faster and without putting all they have into … [Read More...]
Mixing your own song
While putting together your rough mix of your newly recorded song, it is in your nature to try to make each instrument sound the very best it can. Unfortunately this approach will not work. Having all the elements of a song sounding individually perfect will make your mix sound like a huge mess. There are only so many audible frequencies that can be heard with your ears. If you fill up all of these frequencies several times, you end … [Read More...]
Live sound, someone that is alive must be running it
Live sound, someone that is alive must be running it I work as a live sound engineer several times a week. Most of my work comes from audio rental companies in the New York City area. The other part comes from referrals and word of mouth. As I approach a potential client, someone who is inquiring about my services. The first question that is normally posed to me is "why do we need anybody there after it is set up?" There are … [Read More...]
Great new headphones reviewed (SOL amps)
Check out my review of some great new headphones. They are affordable and more. Shock... the money? I am a true lover of all types of music. If it was recorded well, I will generally enjoy listening to it. My career is music and my passion is music. My day job as a recording engineer and mixer requires that I listen very intently to music many hours every day. This does make me a pretty picky person when it comes to choosing a set of … [Read More...]
John Lennon’s music
As artists, we often want to make something that speaks to or touches others in a profound way. Whether it is a painting, sculpture or a great song. John Lennon was an artist that spoke to people. He is one of the most enduring artists and talents of the last century. His work and the impression he made on society will stand the test of time. There may never be another John Lennon. What … [Read More...]
Listen to music! It’s important.
Listen to music! Music is powerful. Don't just turn it on in the background. Listen to it. Have a drink. Put on good headphone and just listen. You have got nothing to lose. If music is your job or your career, listening to music is one of the most important parts of your career. Listening to music makes you understand how music works and how it is created. Taking time to hear what … [Read More...]
