Andrew Scheps Talks to Awesome People

Eric Valentine, a renowned music producer and mixer celebrated for his work with Smash Mouth and Third Eye Blind, shares his inspiring journey from a drumming passion in Palo Alto to evolving in the competitive music industry. He reveals the exciting dynamics behind hits like 'All-Star,' the challenges of balancing ambition with family expectations, and the power of self-belief in creative independence. Plus, he dives into the emotional intricacies of music production and the nostalgia tied to sound engineering, offering a glimpse into his innovative approach.

Is it part3?  Is it part 5?  Who knows?  What we do know is you can never have too much Steve Lillywhite.

From Steve Gadd, to Derek Smalls, from Tony Berg to Tchad Blake, it's John Paterno!

Dave Way, a highly acclaimed music producer and mixer, shares his incredible journey shaping the sounds of icons like Macy Gray and Fiona Apple. He reflects on nostalgic studio days filled with innovative technology and rainstorms. From barbershop harmonies to Berklee education, he discusses his growth in the industry. Tales of collaborating with legends like Ringo Starr and navigating the challenges of music production add depth to his stories. Expect laughs as he recounts awkward and humorous encounters, showcasing the human side of music.

Rob's credits include U2, PJ Harvey, Bikini Atoll and Hozier among many others.

Emmys, Grammys, Oscars, check!

The one and only David Kahne!  Fishbone, Regina Spektor, Tony Bennett, Sugar Ray and more.

Definitely one of my heroes, and a very nice gentleman to boot, Alan Moulder!  PJ Harvey, U2, Swervedriver, Ride, etc etc etc etc...

Joe has done so many cool records, and is such a nice guy. Stop reading this and listen!

This week we speak to the incomparable, and very entertaining, Nick Launay.  It also happens to be the week the IDLES record he co-produced debuted at #1!