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Recording Studio Rockstars

Lij Shaw
Music Production
Recording Techniques
Nashville
Audio Engineering
Mixing Techniques
Songwriting
Dolby Atmos
Mixing
Atmos Mixing
Recording Studio
Mastering
Izotope
Sync Licensing
Native Instruments
Collaboration
Audio Production
Nashville, United States
Music Technology
Soundflow
Creativity

Lij Shaw Interviews music producers, engineers, studio owners, and other professionals to bring you inspiring stories, tricks, and insights from the recording studio. So that you can take your recordings to the next level and become a rockstar of the recording studio yourself! - Guests: Vance Powell, Michael Beinhorn, Russell Wolff, Graham Cochrane, Joe Gilder, Björgvin Benediktsson, and many more... more

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What does it take to finish a mix quickly without second-guessing your instincts?

My guest today is JJ Catalyst, a Los Angeles-based recording engineer and mixer with credits spanning Disney, Showtime, and Billboard number ones. He's Emmy-nominated ... more

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What’s the secret to capturing that deep, punchy snare sound without overdoing it?

I asked Greg Giorgio about his approach to drums, and he shared how tuning and subtle miking tricks - like dampening with towels and choosing the right snare - make ... more

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What insights do immersive audio techniques, like Atmos, offer for emotional storytelling and how do different speaker setups influence our perception of space and emotion in music?

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Recent Guests

BZ Lewis
Producer, engineer and mixer specializing in stereo and Dolby Atmos; Studio 132 owner
Studio 132
Episode: RSR572 - BZ Lewis - Unlocking the Emotional Power of Immersive Audio
Brian Moncarz
Toronto-based producer and mixer
Independent, Anthem Entertainment
Episode: RSR571 Brian Moncarz - Mixing Rock Drums for Bob Ezrin, Alice Cooper & Our Lady Peace
Jordie Lane
Nashville-based Australian indie roots artist, composer, and producer
Episode: RSR570 Jordie Lane - Writing and Producing Great Songs from the Road, Circus, and Joshua Tree
Kevin White
Nashville-based audio engineer, musician, documentary filmmaker, and astro-musicologist
SAE Institute Nashville
Episode: RSR568 Kevin White - Songs of Apollo, NASA, & Music That Went to Space
Micah Tawks
Nashville-based producer and mixer
Pep Tawks Studio, Whites Creek, Nashville
Episode: RSR567 Micah Tawlks - Co-Writing, Mixing, Blackbird Sessions & Capturing Ideas Before They Disappear
Larry Crane
Workshop host mentioned as a mentor in the field
Episode: RSR566 Toby Suess - Saving Home and Pro Studios from Nashville to Nevada!
Toby Suess
Founder and engineer at Tinroof Recording, Northern Nevada
Tinroof Recording
Episode: RSR566 Toby Suess - Saving Home and Pro Studios from Nashville to Nevada!
Jason Lehning
Musician, producer, and Grammy-winning audio engineer based in Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville-based music production
Episode: RSR565 - Jason Lehning - Mixing Vocals, Low-End Decisions, Writers’ Rooms & Keeping It Fun
Packy Lundholm
Multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer/engineer from Chicago, now in Nashville
Episode: RSR 564 - Packy Lundholm - Writing, Producing & Recording Yourself at Home

Host

Lij Shaw
Host of Recording Studio Rockstars

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 757 ratings
  • abby podcast

    loved her and your interviewing style. it says who you are as the interviewer nowhere on the apple podcast page. hope that helps.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Timely Tim2
    United Statesa year ago
  • Please stop talking about Atmos

    Amazing show. Great resource for learning and hearing different techniques. Lij, please: lay off the Atmos content. Your audience has a range of folks, I know. But for us home studio folks, Atmos is impractical (and boring).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ole Boston Boi
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent! You Will Enjoy!

    This podcast is like sitting down with your new best friends over a beer and talking shop about your favorite topic, Music. For Home Studio Musicians this podcast is essential. It is reassuring, it helps address problems that you think you are the only one, it is inspiring. Thank you Lij for your dedication to helping us! ! I am so happy to find this and learn from you and your guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scotty Baby 929
    United States2 years ago
  • Very Informative

    Great insight into the recording studio world. I’ve learned many tips related to recording my band

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tm5151
    United States2 years ago
  • Thank you Rockstars

    Thank you for what you do …. Great insight and very inspiring for us audio engineers. Please keep doing what you do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shaggy Lane studios
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests bring a wide range of studio perspectives and experiences.
Some critique the length and ad breaks, but content remains highly valuable.
Listeners love the hands-on gear and workflow discussions.
Engaging host with deep technical insights and practical tips.

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

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#219
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Apple Podcasts
#25
Norway/Music
Apple Podcasts
#101
Finland/Music
Apple Podcasts
#147
Denmark/Music
Apple Podcasts
#189
Sweden/Music
Apple Podcasts
#214
Belgium/Music

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

RSR568 Kevin White - Songs of Apollo, NASA, & Music That Went to Space
Q: Are you ready to rock?
I am so ready to rock, and I might be ready to jazz, reflecting the crossover between rock, surf, and space-inspired music.
RSR568 Kevin White - Songs of Apollo, NASA, & Music That Went to Space
Q: Welcome back to Recording Studio Rockstars. What's your story arc of interest in the space program and how it ties into music?
Kevin explains his lifelong fascination with space, NASA, and music, how he developed astro-musicology, and how it morphed into the Songs of Apollo project blending archival NASA material with Nashville's music ecosystem.
RSR566 Toby Suess - Saving Home and Pro Studios from Nashville to Nevada!
Q: Is there anything that gets you excited about hitting the studio or anyone who inspires you?
An idea about personal growth and persistence—success comes from moving through discomfort and continuing to push forward, even when it's hard.
RSR562 - Piper Payne - Crafting Vinyl Records With Care for Indie Artists
Q: What is the single most important thing for a rock star of the studio to understand when starting a vinyl project?
Understand that independent artists and indie labels benefit most from careful, collaborative planning; small, well-executed runs with high-quality materials and strong communication lead to repeat business and long-term success.
RSR563 - Bobby Bare Jr - Why Monk Songs Come From a Disco Heart and Other Unicorn Sightings
Q: What's the life of a songwriter, and a musician, artist like? How much time is spent solo vs. collaborating?
He describes balancing solo writing with collaboration, noting the importance of finishing songs and leveraging co-writers or collaborators to push a track across the finish line.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Recording Studio Rockstars

What is Recording Studio Rockstars about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on hands-on studio craft, gear configurations, and the creative processes behind recording, mixing, and producing music. Conversations span practical studio workflows, analog-digital hybrid rigs, mic techniques, room treatment, and industry trends like immersive audio and sync licensing. Guests range from veteran engineers and producers to studio owners and indie innovators, yielding a wide-angle view of both high-end and home-studio realities. The format often blends technical how-tos with career storytelling, offering actionable tips for improving recordings while also exploring the evolving landscape of modern music production. A standout pattern is the emphasis on collaborative creativity, mentorship, and sustainable p... more

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Recent guests on Recording Studio Rockstars include:

1. BZ Lewis
2. Brian Moncarz
3. Jordie Lane
4. Kevin White
5. Micah Tawks
6. Larry Crane
7. Toby Suess
8. Jason Lehning

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