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Tape Notes is a podcast about the art and craft of music production. Hosted by John Kennedy, each episode reunites an artist and producer to talk about the highlights of their collaboration in the studio. Their conversations lift the lid on every stage of the creative process, from kindling the first spark of a song idea, through decisions on style and instrumentation, to finessing the final produ... more

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WATCH THE FULL VIDEO EPISODE @ ⁠Patreon.com/tapenotes⁠

John is joined by Chase & Status to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘Generic Everything’.

Chase & Status are a drum’n’bass, DJ and producer duo from London comprising... more

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In this special bonus episode, John joins Kevin Parker a.k.a. Tame Impala to dive into one more track that didn’t make it into the original conversation.

Just in time for Halloween, Kevin take... more

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John is joined by Troye Sivan and producer Tyde Levi to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘She’s the Best’.

Troye Sivan is an Australian singer-songwriter and producer... more

John is joined by Lizzy McAlpine, along with producers Mason Stoops and Taylor Mackall and engineer Omar Akrouche to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘Angel’.

Lizzy McAlpine is a singer-songwriter and producer from Pennsylv... more

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Saul Milton
Drum and bass DJ and producer, one half of Chase & Status
Chase & Status
Episode: TN:193 Chase & Status
Will Kennard
Drum and bass DJ and producer, one half of Chase & Status
Chase & Status
Episode: TN:193 Chase & Status
Kevin Parker
Musician, songwriter and producer behind Tame Impala
Tame Impala
Episode: TN: Tame Impala (Bonus Episode)
Troye Sivan
Australian singer-songwriter and producer with three acclaimed albums and a Grammy-nominated release
Episode: TN:192 Troye Sivan & Tyde Levi
Tyde Levi
Australian producer, DJ and musician who produced tracks on “She's the Best”
Episode: TN:192 Troye Sivan & Tyde Levi
Lizzy McAlpine
Singer, songwriter and producer from Pennsylvania
Lizzy McAlpine
Episode: TN:191 Lizzy McAlpine, Mason Stoops, Taylor Mackall & Omar Akrouche
Giles Martin
British composer, producer, and arranger; son of Sir George Martin
Beatles recording legacy / Rubber Soul Deluxe
Episode: TN:190 The Beatles (Giles Martin)
Arooj Aftab
Vocalist featured on Fire on the Water
Episode: TN:189 Bonobo
Nicole Miglis
Musician featured on Talk to Me
Episode: TN:189 Bonobo

Host

John Kennedy
Host of the series, guiding in-depth studio conversations with artists and producers.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • Iykyk

    It‘s niche, but if you’re interested in music and the production behind it, nothing beats this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ituneswagi
    Germany9 months ago
  • Superb deep dive.

    Geeking out all over music and tech, the best muso pod out there. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy J F (Piano)
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • One of my favorites

    Music lover, music producer, or both — this is a fantastic podcast. This episode with Bonobo is a personal favorite of mine. Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jayceelewis_
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing content

    Probably my favorite podcast on the internet. They have a great mix of guests genre-wise, and I always learn so much every episode. John the host is awesome (I’ve stopped listening to podcasts in the past if the host’s conversation skills kind of sucked). One if the best music-related podcasts period, well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElijahM55
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you

    Came across this podcast because of the Hayley Williams interview. I’ve been a fan of hers and followed for some time but your interview truly dug beep while staying true to her and her song writing in her solo track ❤️

    Great work to everyone

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chickyboomboooooom
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the deep production insights and practical detail.
Audience appreciates the long-form, studio-floor storytelling over quick takes.
Fans highlight high-caliber guests and the host's thoughtful interviewing style.

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TN:193 Chase & Status
Q: How much does your DJ brain influence your production brain? Do you judge a project based on how well it will slot into a set?
They say DJing strongly influences their production, arrangements, sounds and track choices. They often test songs in their shows, while recognizing that this can limit creative freedom.
TN:193 Chase & Status
Q: How do they approach distortion saturation while still getting clean mixes that don't sound too harsh?
They use a hard clipper, including on the master chain, to control peaks while retaining loudness and punch. They say clipping individual channels or groups can also help, though that approach may reduce flexibility when remixing.
TN: Tame Impala (Bonus Episode)
Q: Is there anything else that we should hear in this song before we move on? Or do we have a blast of it all together to round off?
Parker says the song is complete as presented and agrees to play it all together.
TN: Tame Impala (Bonus Episode)
Q: How long do you spend refining these sounds as you're getting them together?
Parker says the production process involved making parts fit together, but he aimed for an unrefined sound by recording quickly, using distortion and spring reverb, and keeping the many tracks focused and minimal.
TN:192 Troye Sivan & Tyde Levi
Q: What creative conversations are happening with your producers to inform these different decisions that impact the final mix and the final recording?
Sivan says he is continually exploring his voice and has grown more comfortable trying new approaches. Producing his own vocals has helped him shape the sound, and he chooses delivery and melodies based on what feels honest and surprising, including spoken vocals and delicate falsetto.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tape Notes

What is Tape Notes about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers conversations with artists and their producers, peeled back to reveal the full arc of making a track or album. Episodes typically explore the spark of an idea, instrumentation choices, and the technical decisions shaping sound, often including demo footage and stems from session recordings. Guests range from electronic producers to indie and pop artists, with deep dives into studio workflows, gear experiments, and collaboration dynamics that illuminate how a finished track comes to life. A standout throughline is the emphasis on process over polish, with hands-on storytelling about sound design, mixing approaches, and the human moments behind big-sounding records. Potential listeners who want actionable production insights... more

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Recent guests on Tape Notes include:

1. Saul Milton
2. Will Kennard
3. Kevin Parker
4. Troye Sivan
5. Tyde Levi
6. Lizzy McAlpine
7. Giles Martin
8. Arooj Aftab

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