Music Production Podcast

I had a chance to talk with Animus Invidious of PerforModule for the podcast. Animus and I have collaborated on a few Ableton Live Packs in the past. His work on PerforModule is both unique and extremely useful. On the show we had a chance to discuss digital hoarding, the importance of organization, and how to make use of the tools we have. Animus is generously providing a download and explanation of his intricate Elemental Mixing Spreadsheet that ensures he makes use of all the tools in his plug-ins folder. As a special bonus, Animus provides a free download of his new Dynamic Panning Audio Effect Rack. I've also built a Stereo Rhythmic Gating device that I'm packaging together with his device for the 151st Free Ableton Live Pack. Download it here. The conversation runs deep and through a lot of different topics. Listen and enjoy! Listen on iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play Support the Podcast on Patreon Show Notes: PerforModule: Where Animus releases his tutorials and Ableton Live Packs How to Organize User & Plugin Presets Like a Boss in Ableton Live 9 Animus's Work for Isotonik Studios Elemental Mixing Spreadsheet Microcassette Tape Instruments by PerforModule and Subaqueous PMX 300 Brass Synths Free Ableton Live Pack #113 Vinyl Snackler Free Ableton Live Pack #128 Super Mario World Special Zone Free Ableton Live Pack #145 IQ Analyser Free Ableton Live Pack #151: Panning FX Some Music from Animus Invidious: 8.1 Bit (version 8.1.1) by Animus Invidious & St. Bernard

Uri Nachmias is the creator of Sonic Logic, an iPad app that allows you to build your own custom MIDI controller. We had a great discussion about creating apps, balancing features and simplicity, and the lost art of getting to know a piece of gear. Listen on iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play Support the Podcast on Patreon Show Notes: Sonic Logic - completely customizable MIDI controller app Knob Lab - iOS app for creating customized layout of MIDI knobs "Making a Salad" Inbalance - The "lost" album we spoke about. Find Uri Nachmias online - Website- Twitter - Facebook

One of the great podcasts for songwriters and producers is Composer Quest. The show tackles making music from all different angles and takes wisdom from the host, Charlie McCarron, and a wide array of guests. Recently the show finished its final episode with a 12-city world tour. I had the pleasure to speak with Charlie about music, his work, and the community of musicians he met while hosting Composer Quest. Listen on iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play Support the Podcast on Patreon Show Notes: Composer Quest - A Songwriting and Music Composition Podcast, hosted by Charlie McCarron Charlie's Music Production Lessons - A shorter, tutorial-style podcast Train Jam 2017 - Musicians and game developers travel from Chicago to San Francisco, creating the entire 52-hour journey. Homesick by Charlie McCarron Film Score Fest Isotonik Studios - Max for Live devices for visuals and much more Helium Requiem - Music and art from Charlie, inspired by Salvador Dali's work Visit Charlie McCarron on Twitter and Instagram

Episode 10 is a special episode because it's the first conversation! I had the privilege to speak with Ben Burnes about creativity, chip music, growing as an artist and more. Ben is a composer and active YouTuber with some very interesting ideas on making music and the creative process. I first heard of Ben on the late, great Composer Quest podcast. It was a real treat chatting with Ben. He is no joke. Ben is putting out tons of useful content every week. Listen in to his words of wisdom and be sure to click on some of his links in the show notes. Support the Podcast on Patreon Show Notes: Support Ben Burnes on Patreon Ben's Work: Abstraction Ben on YouTube, where he streams live, twice per week! Ben's Free Kalimba Ableton Live Instruments Reddit 2-Hour Track Sundays Video Game Music Academy Video Game Music Academy - The Agile Composer: Andrew Huang - YouTube How To Use Famitracker Wind Chimes Ableton Live Pack Some Related Videos: Music Made with Famitracker Ben's Two Hour Track Challenge Creative Explorations with Ben Burnes Andrew Huang - Making Music with Electromagnetic Fields WindChime Ambience by AfroDJMac More about the Wind Chimes Ableton Live Pack

When we come up with something new and unique, it's tempting to hide it away and keep it for ourselves. But I think that if we give away our secret tricks it can actually help us grow as artists. Also, it's a great way to help other artists grow. And who knows, something you share could very well come back to you in a new form and ultimately inspire you again!

What is your definition of success as a musician? Are your goals undermining your ability to find success? In this episode, we talk about what kinds of goals can help you find success and what kinds of goals may be dooming you to failure. It's all about a change in mindset and how a few words from Steve Martin could make all the difference! Support the Music Production Podcast on Patreon Show Notes:

Let's play devil's advocate to our last episode on streamlining and maximizing our music production time. Today I want to go against a lot of important productivity tips, such as creating templates, routines, and patterns, in order to find new inspiration. Breaking a routine and changing patterns can allow us to climb out of a rut and see things with new perspective. For today's episode, let's ditch the template and break the routine! Support the Music Production Podcast on Patreon Show Notes: Toy Synths Ableton Live Pack Ableton One Thing

Last time we spoke about creating time for music making. On this episode we will discuss how you can make the most of that time once you have it. Support the podcast on Patreon Show Notes: Creating Custom Templates in Ableton Live Free Ableton Live Channel Strip Suggested Device Defaults by Patches Best Ableton Live Shortcuts by Patches Free Egg Shaker Loops by Patches The AbletonOp Real Clap 200 Free Finger Snaps Foundational Drum Beats Sample Pack Drum Fills Sample Pack 50 Rut-Busting Tips for Improved Workflow, Productivity, and Finishing Tracks The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo

How do you find time to make music? We all live busy lives. Producing music is so time-consuming! Here are some tips, techniques, and tricks you can use to find and maximize your time for making music. Support the Podcast on Patreon Show Notes: Your Turn To Hold Me Accountable - LifeHacker War of Art by Steven Pressfield Rescue Time Seconds Pro High Intensity Interval Timer

Do you want to make a living making music? Yea? Really? Are you sure? What does it mean to "go pro?" What are the positive and negative consequences of success? Here are some thoughts on what it means to become a professional, as well as a surprisingly relevant reading of Shakespeare's "To Be or Not To Be" soliloquy in Hamlet. Support the Podcast on Patreon Show Notes: "To Be or Not To Be" Seth Godin on the Moment with Brian Koppelman