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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
Songwriting
Audio Plugins
Synth Mixing
Music Industry
EQ Techniques
Mixing
Compression
Audience Engagement
Independent Artists
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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Latest Episodes

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

Frustrated by endless email chains, confusing file links, and clients commenting on the wrong version of a mix? In this episode of Inside the Mix, Marc Matthews explores how Mixup.audio is transforming the mix revision process for producers, mixers, ... more

Ever wondered how singers record vocals remotely and make them sound professional? In this episode of Inside The Mix, Marc Matthews is joined by New Zealand synthwave vocalist INDIGO to explore the art of remote vocal collaboration and the songwritin... more

Should you record vocals with compression or save it for mixing? It’s one of the most debated questions in music production, and in this episode of Inside The Mix, we break it down with practical advice for producers at every level.

Guest Tim Benson... more

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Recent Guests

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)
Tim Benson
Music producer and guest on Inside The Mix
Episode: #201: What If Your De-esser Plugin Could Do More Than Fix Sibilance?
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)
Davey Oberlin
Musician and producer known for blending synthwave with classic rock influences.
All The Damn Vampires
Episode: #188: ALL THE DAMN VAMPIRES | Davey Oberlin: What Makes an '80s Synthwave Cover Truly Authentic?
Tyler Lyle
One half of the synthwave duo The Midnight, musician and songwriter
The Midnight
Episode: #187: THE MIDNIGHT | Tyler Lyle: Unlocking the Secrets of Synthwave Songwriting
Ian Shepherd
British mastering engineer and the MD of Mastering Media Limited.
Mastering Media Limited
Episode: #186: Why LUFS Don't Matter As Much As You Think with Ian Shepherd
Eric Mitchell
Audio industry multi-hyphenate: songwriter, producer, mixer, mastering engineer, live sound expert, and educator.
Eric Mitchell Audio
Episode: #182: Are You Using Digital Distortion Wrong in Mastering? With Eric Mitchell

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
    Denmark9 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.
Listeners appreciate the practical advice and real-world insights shared by industry experts.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#94
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#80
Canada/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts
#154
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Apple Podcasts
#248
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#6
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Apple Podcasts
#81
Italy/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#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.
#204: What Is Dither in Audio? When and Why to Use It (feat. Ian Stewart)
Q: What is your best advice when it comes to exporting a mix in your DAW?
You should add dither anytime you're reducing the bit depth of a signal, particularly when going from 32-bit to 24-bit or 24-bit to 16-bit.
#204: What Is Dither in Audio? When and Why to Use It (feat. Ian Stewart)
Q: What is dither and why is it used?
Dither is noise added to audio signals when quantizing to prevent distortion at low levels.

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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. Michael Oakley
2. Tim Benson
3. Nate Kelmes
4. Mike Marsh
5. Justin Hochella
6. Davey Oberlin
7. Tyler Lyle
8. Ian Shepherd

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