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Music Production and Mixing Tips Podcast for DIY Producers and Artists | Inside The Mix

Marc Matthews
Music Production
Synthwave
Logic Pro X
Audio Plugins
Synth Mixing
Songwriting
EQ Techniques
Music Industry
Mixing
Compression
Independent Artists
Audience Engagement
Mastering
Audio Engineering
Saturation Techniques
Synthpop Music
Parallel Compression
Cloud Storage
Release Strategies
Live Performance

If you're searching for answers on topics such as: How do I make my mixes sound professional? What equipment do I need to start producing music at home? What is the difference between mixing and mastering? What are some of your favourite production tools and techniques? How do I get my music noticed by record labels? Or what are the key elements of an effective music marketing strategy? Either way... more

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Artwork for Music Production and Mixing Tips Podcast for DIY Producers and Artists

Latest Episodes

What if a better‑translating mix starts before you touch a single channel plugin? I put top‑down mixing under the microscope and share a candid, first‑hand evaluation: what worked, what didn’t, and how a few smart moves on the mix bus reshaped the en... more

What does a true wall of sound feel like when the vocal still breathes? We sit down with vocalist‑producer Jay Cali (DRUMxWAVE) and mixer‑producer Brian Skeel to unpack the craft behind Severed, big drums, widescreen synths, supportive guitars, and w... more

Free plugins often get overlooked in the endless pursuit of premium software, but professional producers know that some of the most powerful tools cost absolutely nothing. In this illuminating conversation, Marc Matthews and Tim Benson (Aisle9) unpac... more

Have you ever felt stuck in an endless cycle of tweaking, adjusting, and second-guessing your music production decisions? Producer John Kunkel (aka John Grand) reveals the counterintuitive truth that many of us miss: working smarter, not harder, is o... more

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Recent Guests

Jay Cali
Vocalist, writer, and producer, known for being the full-time touring drummer for Synthwave Legend Timecop 983 and stepping out as Drumwave.
Episode: #215: How to Mix a Wall of Sound That Still Breathes with DRUMxWAVE and Brian Skeel
Brian Skeel
Artist and producer, one half of the synthpop duo Chroma Cloud, and a mixing engineer.
Chroma Cloud
Episode: #215: How to Mix a Wall of Sound That Still Breathes with DRUMxWAVE and Brian Skeel
John Kunkel
Musician, producer, composer, sound designer and label manager
Episode: #213: Finish Tracks Faster - Workflow Hacks Every Producer Needs (feat. John Kunkel)
Tim Benson
Musician and Producer, known as iL9
Independent artist
Episode: #210: Should You Record With Compression or Wait Until Mixing?
Michael Oakley
Scottish Synthpop artist based in Canada
New Retrowave Records
Episode: #207: How Many Drafts Does It Take to Finish a Track? (feat. Michael Oakley)
Ian Stewart
Mastering engineer, educator, and founder of Flowtown Mastering
Flowtown Mastering, Berklee College of Music
Episode: #203: What Actually Happens When You Choose a Sample Rate? (feat. Ian Stewart)
Nate Kelmes
A mixing engineer, consultant, podcast host and developer
Sound Discussion Podcast
Episode: #197: Why I Don’t Touch Plugins Before Doing This - The Art of Static Mixing (feat. Nate Kelmes)
Mike Marsh
Renowned mastering engineer with a career spanning over 30 years.
Episode: #193: I Asked a Pro If You Really Need a Mastering Engineer - And If You Can DIY (feat. Mike Marsh)
Justin Hochella
Music producer, teacher, and co-host of Face Your Ears Podcast.
Face Your Ears Podcast
Episode: #191: Every Logic Pro User Should Know These Hidden Tools—Do You? (ft. Justin Hochella)

Host

Marc Matthews
Host and producer, knowledgeable in music production, mixing, and audio engineering, known for engaging discussions and practical advice.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Hello

    What’s going on

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mix an album
    Denmark10 months ago
  • Great Podcast!

    I’ve listened to every episode! And I just finished up the latest interview with Pensacola Mist. They were exactly who I thought they were. Super professional, polished, looking band, but very self-aware about who they are and what they’re doing. It was delightful and Marc asked some really good questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rockstar2577
    United Statesa year ago
  • This podcast is amazing!!!!

    Mark is a great host! He’s very informative, he takes his time explaining his knowledge on mixing and mastering, and the music business. Keep up the great content.. Fasteddy856

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fasteddy856
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent podcast full of practical advice and tips for becoming a better producer and artist. The show is well-produced and the guests bring a ton of real-world experience and value to the listener. I definitely recommend this show if you're looking to level up as a music artist and producer.

    Podchaser
    5
    Reagan Ramm
    2 years ago
  • One of the most unique music production podcasts out there. There’s a range of topics covered to keep you interested, from award winning engineers to independent artists, as well as tutorial shorts, songwriting tips, production tips. Marc Matthews’ work ethic is what drives this podcast week upon week - his relentless consistency is admirable. Get on this and improve your production techniques today, or just sit back and enjoy the fascinating points of view that Marc’s guests offer up.

    Podchaser
    5
    neonhighwaysynth
    2 years ago

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The podcast is praised for its engaging format, which includes interactive music critiques.
The host's approachable style and expertise are frequently commended.
Listeners are excited about the diversity of topics covered, from creative processes to technical skills.
Many have found the content to be highly informative and supportive for their music production journey.
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#215: How to Mix a Wall of Sound That Still Breathes with DRUMxWAVE and Brian Skeel
Q: What advice would you give to an indie artist working with a mix engineer for the first time?
Jay emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision for the project, which helps both the artist and the engineer align their goals.
#213: Finish Tracks Faster - Workflow Hacks Every Producer Needs (feat. John Kunkel)
Q: What are some workflow hacks you use to produce tracks more efficiently?
John emphasizes using reference tracks to streamline his workflow and to ensure sound compatibility, which enables him to produce tracks faster.
#207: How Many Drafts Does It Take to Finish a Track? (feat. Michael Oakley)
Q: Have you ever polished a song so much or reworked or worked on a song so much, revision-wise, that you ended up losing what made it great in the first place?
Michael emphasizes the need to protect the original idea while dressing it up and suggests not to throw the baby out with the bathwater.
#207: How Many Drafts Does It Take to Finish a Track? (feat. Michael Oakley)
Q: Do you often go through multiple rewrites of a track? And at what point do you feel like you've taken a song as far as it can go?
Michael shared that he will go through at least 12, 13, or 14 drafts of an idea before he feels satisfied.
#203: What Actually Happens When You Choose a Sample Rate? (feat. Ian Stewart)
Q: What would you say is the standard sort of sample rate for music production?
A good standard is 48k for many contemporary audio production needs, especially considering Atmos requirements and recent updates from platforms like YouTube.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast serves as a comprehensive resource for DIY music producers and artists, focusing on mixing and production techniques to elevate their sound. Key topics include practical advice on making mixes sound professional, understanding the nuances between mixing and mastering, and leveraging effective music marketing strategies. The format consists of insightful interviews with industry experts and real-time critiques from listeners, making it a dynamic platform for both learning and engagement. Listeners can expect not only to gain knowledge about production tools and methodologies but also to receive inspiration from experienced professionals in the field, including Grammy Award winners. By emphasizing interactive discussions and coac... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Jay Cali
2. Brian Skeel
3. John Kunkel
4. Tim Benson
5. Michael Oakley
6. Ian Stewart
7. Nate Kelmes
8. Mike Marsh

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