I rarely get to talk about my work these days. I’ve signed so many NDA’s (Non-Disclosure Agreement) that I can’t even remember anymore. Signing those documents for the protection of each project makes complete sense but also prevents from me being able to talk about any of the projects I work on until they’re either… [Read More] There’s more audio work out there for you than ever before…
A poor mixer blames their tools
“A poor workman always blames his tools” is an age old proverb that’s used time and time again. In essence, it’s meaning is that when one doesn’t get the results they desire, the tools they’ve used will take the blame for that shortcoming. Whereas when one falls short, the reality is that the blame should… [Read More] A poor mixer blames their tools
How to use delay on a snare drum
Getting a great snare sound every time I mix is something that I’ve spent years developing and I’m still working on to this day. Being the eternal student is a solid mindset to have when it comes to mixing and it leads you to make unique, creative decisions while constantly expanding your skillset. It also… [Read More] How to use delay on a snare drum
Yes, you have to take risks to be successful in music
A career in music or the creative arts comes about as a result of hard work, persistence and dedication to consistent improvement. But the good news is that applies to any career field! Granted, the path to becoming a doctor or lawyer is more clearly defined but the route to “making it” will also involve… [Read More] Yes, you have to take risks to be successful in music
Why you should mix on headphones
I started out mixing on headphones like most of us do – out of necessity. In university, I was lucky enough to be able to work in the onsite studio as much as I could. But in the early days, I was much more focused on performance and recording than anything to do with mixing… [Read More] Why you should mix on headphones
The vocal vibrato mixing trick
Vocal mixing can be difficult. What can make it even more difficult is when the vocal performance isn’t quite what you’d like it to be. Sometimes, there’s no going back and you have to work with what you’re given. Vibrato is a vocal technique that you’ll hear a lot of singers employ to make a… [Read More] The vocal vibrato mixing trick