Today's guest is music sync licensing veteran Ben Morris. Ben is co-owner of the Hauler Music Group and a past employee of EMI and Domino Records. We chat about the art and business of sync, building your brand on your own values, the dos and don'ts of sync licensing, how best to pitch your music, and why artists should be open to doing custom music for brands and agencies.spot🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒Starting his career at Capitol StudiosBeing a passionate music fanThe creative side of sync licensingHow sync can change the trajectory of an artist's careerWhat happens when master and publishing reps disagreeA typical Sync Representation agreementGetting to pitch music he lovesKeeping industry connections aliveWhat genres are more "sync-able"🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙The Danger of Frequency Bias in Your Music Career🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶Eddie Chacon - Listen👉 Learn More About Ben Morris... 👈Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hauler-music-group/about/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):Soundflow - Speed up your workflow!Vanguard Audio Microphones!Gear I Can't Live Without!Recommended ReadingCheck out the Progressions Podcast Setup

Trying to build the music career you want? Try this mindset... stop asking for permission and start giving it.🎥 Check out the YouTube! 👇https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):Soundflow - Speed up your workflow!Vanguard Audio Microphones!Gear I Can't Live Without!Recommended ReadingCheck out the Progressions Podcast SetupRiverside.fm - Video Interview PlatformCaptivate.fm - Start your own Podcast!Credits:Guest: N/AHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Travis FerenceTheme Music: inter.ference

Today’s guest is music producer, songwriter, and mix engineer John Velasquez. John has gone being signed to Cherrytree Records as a member of the band Max and the Moon to working behind the glass as a producer and songwriter for artist such as Zella Day, Lindsey Black, Ella Vos, and Vacations. We have a great chat about what skills make a producer irreplaceable in the room, why creating your own sounds and samples ages way better than using presets and splice loops, how to create a safe space for artists to be authentic, and when he learned the best way to collaborate is to never try to satisfy your own needs or ego.🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒Chase the art and the money comesThe importance of being a great hang in the studioStaying authentic as an artistAdvice for signing a record dealLearning how to collaborateCreate like a child, edit like a scientist, detach like a warriorFinding your tribePlaying in Max and the MoonSigning to managementRemote songwritingKeeping your ego out of the roomUnderstanding how many projects you can take onApplying business knowledge to your music career🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙The Truth About Networking🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶Lili Joy - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2JJZDaBBu8qHCKxSXFwMI4?si=arkFXd1ATGGZydCnbYpIgQTwain - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2tMcnRGaCtfz1ZyTBgHjmW?si=OF_IS30YTImeY-rKZ04MuQJackie Marchal - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0impl8NVq1NoLQssU18V1P?si=Cjc2Uj8yQqSs5uyNie53JQPolo & Pan - https://open.spotify.com/artist/45yEuthJ9yq1rNXAOpBnqM?si=W0ML4feJTlGjylb62nhp9g🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣Max and the Moon👉 Learn More About ... 👈Website: https://linearmanagement.com/index.php/john-velasquez/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisntjohnv/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram:

Feeling stuck in your music career? Stop setting goals that won't work and start setting goals that are trackable, actionable, and achievable. In this video we talk about the dos and don'ts of setting goals, how to build momentum, and ultimately how to have a career in music.📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):Soundflow - Speed up your workflow!Vanguard Audio Microphones!Gear I Can't Live Without!Recommended ReadingCheck out the Progressions Podcast SetupRiverside.fm - Video Interview PlatformCaptivate.fm - Start your own Podcast!Credits:Host: Travis FerenceEditor: Travis FerenceTheme Music: inter.ference

Today’s guest is session and touring guitarist and songwriter Adam Tressler. Adam has performed or recorded with a long list of artists including Aimee Mann, Selena Gomez, Lil Nas X, Camila Cabello, Lord Huron, and many more. He’s also played on scores for TV shows such as Modern Family, A Million Little Things, Central Park, and films like Birds of Prey, and This is the Year. We cover everything from the importance of having a strong network to tips for touring musicians and how he broke into the Los Angeles studio session scene.🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒Learning to play over 50 fretted instrumentsSigning a publishing dealExploring the Los Angeles songwriting scenePlaying SNLBuilding a strong networkBreaking into the film score session worldTouring with Aimee MannThe role of musicians unionsRemote session workReading MusicGetting the most out of a music education🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙Learning the Right Lesson🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶Theo Katzman - ListenDrew Taubenfeld - Listen👉 Learn More About Adam Tressler... 👈Website: https://www.adamtressler.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamtressler/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):Soundflow - Speed up your workflow!Vanguard Audio Microphones!Gear I Can't Live Without!

Today’s guest is award winning film and television composer Roger Neill. Roger is best know for his scores for the films “20th Century Women,” “Don’t Think Twice,” “Beginners” and for his work on television series such as Amazon’s “Mozart in the Jungle,” CBS’s “Mom” and the long-running Fox series “King of the Hill.” He’s also worked extensively in the video game world on blockbuster titles such as Assassin’s Creed: Revelations, Borderlands 2, and many others. He holds a PhD from Harvard University, he arranges and orchestrates for recording artists like Beck, Kygo, and Michael Jackson, is a multi-instrumentalist and world music enthusiast. We have a great chat defining the tone of a film, the importance of never being complacent, never tying your self worth as an artist to some one wanting to hire you, and finding inspiration by breaking patterns.🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒Composing for film and televisionHow to write music for video gamesFostering your relationship with musicDeveloping the sound and tone of a scoreDiscovering inspiration by breaking patternsNetwork with those around you because they are the ones that will hire you later.Scoring his first film with a small orchestra recorded in a dining hallTaking advantage of the resources around you while you’re in schoolStarting out working for Mike PostProducing on screen visuals as well as composing for "Mozart in the Jungle"How video game scores are deliveredUsing Synths to match the era of a filmNever being complacentOutworking people that are technically more talented🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙Action is the Foundation🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶Altın Gün - Listen Here🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣Mike PostCapitol StudiosEast West Studios👉 Learn More About Roger Neill... 👈Website: http://rogerneill.com/"Lisztomania" Arrangement from "Mozart in the Jungle" - Listen📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook:

Today’s guest is music producer, recording engineer, and songwriter Ebonie Smith. Ebonie has been a house engineer for Atlantic Records for 10 years, working on projects for artists like Cardi B, Janelle Monae, Jason Mraz, Charlie Puth, and Misterwives. She is also the founder and President of Gender Amplfied, Inc, a non-profit focused on celebrating women in music production. She holds a Masters in Music Technology from NYU and is currently a governor for the New York Chapter of the Recording Academy. We have a great chat about the mission of Gender Amplified and how it got started, as well as tips for producers running sessions and why it’s important to not always do the same thing.🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒The mission of Gender Amplified, Inc.Connecting women in music as part of her college thesisWorking as a house engineer for Atlantic RecordsThe choice to pursue music higher education for musicRunning a pop session as a producerSongwriting campsMethod vs FormulaHow to identify good adviceThe business structure behind Non-Profits and the benefits of making it officialThe importance of having eclectic taste🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙Why Taking Risks in Art is Necessary🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶Float - Janelle Monae Listen👉 Learn More About Ebonie Smith & Gender Amplified... 👈Website: https://genderamplified.org/Website: http://www.eboniesmith.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genderamplifiedInstagram: http://instagram.com/eboniesmithmusic📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):

Today’s guest is Madison, Wisconsin based mastering engineer Justin Perkins. Justin currently works out of his studio Mystery Room Mastering where he has worked on projects for artists such as The Replacements, Jason Mraz, Busta Rhymes, and North Mississippi Allstars, as well as countless independent artists from around the world. He’s also worked at Butch Vig’s Smart Studios, actively played in numerous bands, and written various articles for The Pro Audio Files. We have a great chat about the importance of communication, how to choose a mastering chain, and why relationships still matter more than social media. 🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒Remote masteringChoosing a mastering chainAnalog vs Digital masteringWorking at Butch Vig's Smart StudiosBeing a self-taught engineerMatching the limited mix referenceAutomations and Project ManagementMoving to Milwaukee and starting a mastering businessThe importance of communicationRelationships matter!🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙The Tyranny of the Urgent🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶The ReplacementsThe War on Drugs🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣Working Class Audio PodcastTrinnovNotion👉 Learn More About Justin Perkins 👈Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mystery_roomInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mystery_room_mke/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MysteryRoomMKE📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis:

Today’s guest is music entrepreneur and manager Sam Saideman. Sam is co-founder and CEO of Innovo Management where he and his team specialize and work across, artist management, project management, influencer management, and brand marketing. Currently Innovo manages a roster of creators who have a reach of over 43 million followers on TikTok alone. His forward thinking approach and innovative spirit has helped him carve out a space as one of the most influential thought leaders in today’s creator economy. We have a great chat about staying authentic in your content, the dangers of hustle, culture, how to utilize social media to promote your music, and how TikTok levels the playing field between independent artists and major labels.🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒Staying authentic with your short-form contentThe importance of a narrativeBuilding a creator management firmBrand deal rates and terms for creatorsWorking at Sony/ATVThe power of collaboration on social mediaHow TikTok levels the playing fieldRunning US Artist strategy for OneRPMPromoting your music with social mediaKeeping leverageUnderstanding a social platform before postingThe dangers of hustle culture🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙Start a Daily Review Habit! 🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶Sammy Adams - Listen👉 Learn More About Sam Saideman... 👈Website: https://www.innovomanagement.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samthemanager_/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-saideman-b389a480/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):Soundflow - Speed up your workflow!

Today’s guest is New York based composer and musician Pat Irwin. Pat has spent over four decades pushing the boundaries of popular music with his soundtracks for television shows such as Dexter: New Blood, Nurse Jackie, Bored to Death and scores for animations including Rocko’s Modern Life and Sponge Bob Square Pants. He also performed with the B-52s for twenty years, was a founding member of two New York No Wave bands, The Raybeats and 8 Eyed Spy, and still performs and releases music today with his ambient project SUSS. We chat about letting yourself come through score, working with a live band in the studio, the importance of being able to do your own copy work, hiring people that elevate you, and why the world needs more musicians and artists.🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒Working with John CagePlaying in the B-52sThe early days of MTVReasons to use Digital Performer for scoringHiring people that elevate you and make you betterScoring Dexter: New BloodThe New York art seen in the 80sCBGB and Max's Kansas CityAmbient CountryScoring cartoons while on the road🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙How the Arts Set You Up for Success in Life🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶Richika - ListenChuck Johnson - ListenClarice Jensen - ListenMica Levi - Listen🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣Finale Music Notation SoftwareBerhinger CAT👉 Learn More About Pat Irwin 👈Website: https://patirwinmusic.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patirwinmusic/SUSS: https://www.sussband.com/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook:

Todays guest is Nashville based mix engineer Matt Huber. Matt has become known for his highly competitive pop and indie mixes, racking up credits for artists such as Valley, Betty Who, Nightly, Joan, ELIO, and CRUISR over the last few years. He’s also passionate about education and building community within the mix engineer world. We have a great chat about mixing workflows, Dolby Atmos, home studio builds, being excellent every day, and why it takes more than just the best mix to get the gig.🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒The value of the rough mixThe importance of being in the artist's cornerUsing tech to over-deliveryThe simplicity of a great mixBeing a solution to people's problemsValuing every mix like it's the biggest mix you've ever doneDolby Atmos and binaural translationUsing Soundflow to increase workflow speedsPhasers on the mix bussGoing against your natural inclination🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙Time and Our Perception of It🎶 Matt's Listening Recommendation 🎶Mooney - Listen on Spotify🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣SoundflowElgato Streamdeck"Atomic Habits" by James ClearSam Moses MasteringBilly Decker - Progressions Ep. 059Aberrant DSP - Progressions Ep. 038👉 Learn More About Matt Huber 👈Website: https://matthuber.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattjhuber/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis:

Today’s guest 10 time Grammy nominated music producer, mixing engineer, and songwriter Damian Taylor. Damian has worked with artists such as Bjork, The Killers, Bomba Estéreo, Odette, The Prodigy, and UNKLE. He’s also the founder of The Complete Producer Network, an online hub for people all over the world who are dedicated to improving their ability to create and share extraordinary music. We have a great chat about trusting your creative instincts, recognizing career break points, working with modular templates to boost output, and how music and culture drive human civilization forward.In this episode we'll dig in on...Damian's Pro Tools mix template and workflowExpanding your own mind by learning from your clientsCreating an environment of trust with the people you are working withAttracting people that are on your wavelengthTaking a permissionless approach to your music career and knowledge learningBuilding The Mix Accelerator Process to be the ultimate course about mixing having a mixing careerAdding the mix buss processing laterMaking the work the goal will take you further than making the outcome the goalInviting your collaborators to influence youDesigning systems that allow your business to run smoothly behind the scenesTravis' Intro: Committing to the ProcessListen to Damian's first appearance in Episode 2!Damian's Listening Recommendations:Jesse Ware, "What's Your Pleasure"Bomba Estéreo, "Deja"Lido PimientaMentioned in the Interview:"Build" by Tony Fadell"Deep Work" by Cal NewportAvantone Mix CubesBilly Decker on Progressions Episode 59Andrew Maury on Progressions Episode 68Pedro Calloni on Progressions Episode 70Learn More About Damian Taylor...Website: https://www.damiantaylor.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hereisdamian/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hereisdamianDamian's Extended Discography Playlist - Listen📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and...

2023 is upon us! Season 3 officially begins next week, but I wanted to share a few thoughts about setting out into the New Year and announce the first official Progressions YouTube video!📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):Soundflow - Speed up your workflow!Vanguard Audio Microphones!Gear I Can't Live Without!Recommended ReadingCheck out the Progressions Podcast SetupRiverside.fm - Video Interview PlatformCaptivate.fm - Start your own Podcast!Credits:Guest: N/AHost: Travis FerenceEditor: Travis FerenceTheme Music: inter.ference

This week's guest is Los Angeles based recording artist Dresage. A blend of genres ranging from dreamy synth wave to indie art pop, Dresage is the artist project of producer, songwriter, and composer Keeley Bumford. In addition to releasing her own music she also co-wrote and was the featured vocalist on Jai Wolf's single "Better Apart". Co-scored as well as wrote and performed all the original songs in the Hulu/Blumhouse film "My Valentine," and was featured on Andrew Huang's "4-Producers One Sample" Youtube series. She also has loads sync placements in various shows and ad spots, including Netflix's The Crown and an Apple Watch trailer. We chat about making her latest EP, and how embracing the idea that it's ok to not know everything can empower you to experiment, learn, and ultimately find your creative voice.In this episode, we'll dig in on...Making her Terror Nights / Terror Days EPKeeping perspective as a self-producing, self-recording artistCommitting to your production because it informs all the decisions that followHow music fits into TV and Film vs Ads and TrailersBeing intentional about the choice to keep your artist voice and not get lost behind the scenesBuilding a community on DiscordDiscovering jazz and the Great American SongbookAttending Berklee College of MusicBuilding relationships and supporting your collaboratorsShazaamTaking advantage of opporunitiesWorking at the Interscope recording studiosTop-lining in the EDM worldTravis' Intro Topic...How all of your gigs and experiences come together to make you a better creative and person.Learn More About Dresage...Check out Terror Nights / Terror Days EP - HERE!Website: https://www.dresage.la/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dresagemusicTwitter: https://twitter.com/dresagemusicYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dresagemusicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dresagemusicFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dresagemusicSupport Dresage on Patreon HERE!Join Dresage's Discord Server HERE!📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the

This week's guest is engineer, mixer, producer, and professor Dr. Susan Rogers. Susan is a professor at Berklee College of Music in Boston where she is also the acting Director of the Berklee Music Perception and Cognition Laboratory. Prior to her academic career she worked for 22 years as an in demand engineer and producer with artists such as David Byrne, Barenaked Ladies, Rusted Root, Toad the Wet Sprocket, and also spent four years as Prince's personal staff engineer. We have a great conversation about how the brain reacts to music, analog vs digital, and why success should be defined by what you believe could be possible, not by what is obvious.In this episode, we'll dig in on...Working with PrinceListening and how music triggers the brainModern uses for analog tapeThe art and craft of mixingUS Army electronics manualsMusic Cognition and PsychoacousticsLeaving the music industry to work in scienceTeaching at Berklee College of MusicTaking your toys apartWriting a bookHow to find an audienceCheck out Susan's book! "This is What it Sounds Like: What the Music You Love Says About You"Learn More About ...📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):Soundflow - Speed up your workflow!Vanguard Audio Microphones!Gear I Can't Live Without!Recommended ReadingCheck out the Progressions Podcast SetupRiverside.fm - Video Interview Platform

Today’s guest is music producer, recording engineer, and mixer Tim O’Sullivan. Tim’s credits include artists such as Chicano Batman, Rayland Baxter, The Head and the Heart, Grace Potter, and Leonard Cohen. His career has involved bouncing around freelancing and working on staff for various producers and at studios such as Capitol and Barefoot Recording. We have a great chat about building studios, the importance of a great headphone mix, wiring for creativity, learning to express your opinion in a way that fits your role, and using unique instruments to inspire the artist.In this episode we'll dig in on...Things to consider when building a studioHow to wire a studio to encourage creativityManaging Barefoot RecordingPicking a studio that fits the projectThe importance of a great headphone mixNot being too transactional with clientsFrankenstein GuitarsWorking for Undertone Audio in assembly and fabricationHow to get repeat workMentioned in the Episode:Aviom Headphone SystemAudio Engineering SocietyUndertone AudioNash GuitarsTim's Listening Recommendations:CASIOPEARayland Baxter "If I Were a Butterfly"Travis' Intro: Season 2 Thanks & Wrap UpLearn More About Tim O'Sullivan...Website: https://osullivanaudio.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timosullivanmusic/📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get...

Today we’re joined by Emmy nominated film and TV composer Christopher Willis and vocal contractor and session singer Elyse Willis. Chris is best known for his work on HBO’s hit comedy Veep, as well as his score for Armando Iannucci’s film “The Death of Stalin.” One of his most recent projects is “Schmigdoon!” which just started streaming on Apple TV+. Elyse has sung on dozen’s of projects as a session singer including Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, The Lost City, Lightyear, and Spider-Man: No Way Home. She’s also a vocal contractor for several television shows, and is in her fourteenth season singing with the prestigious Los Angeles Master Chorale. We have a great chat about how to get repeat gigs as a composer or singer, composing budgets, union recording sessions, and the importance of knowing when to move on in your career.In this episode we'll dig in on...How to get repeat gigs as a vocalistThe overworking and micromanaging mentality of the music industryBreaking into composition and film scoring in 2023MusicologyConquering the blank pageLearning to write for the budgetThe importance of being dependableWorking at Hans Zimmer's Remote Control facilitySinging in the LA Master ChoraleWorking on projects for streaming services like Netflix and Disney+Growing up obsessed with Classical musicThe rules of union recording sessionsPackage & All-In DealsSight readingComposing music for a Disney Parks rideComposition opportunities for video gamesMentioned in the Episode:AFM (Musician's Union)SAG/AFTRA (Singer's Union)Steven Pressfield - "The War of Art"Sun Tzu - "The Art of War"Travis' Intro: Give Your Self PermissionLearn More About Christopher & Elyse...Chris' Website: www.christopherwilliscomposer.comElyse's Website: www.elysewillis.comChris' Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrchriswillisElyse's Twitter: https://twitter.com/elysemwillis📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram:

Today’s guest is hit songwriter turned entrepreneur and music executive Jason Davis. Jason wrote his first #1 song at age 23, which led him to work with artists such as Boyz II Men, Sugar Ray, P. Diddy, Alabama, Lonestar, and Dolly Parton. As an entrepreneur and executive he’s worked as Senior VP of A&R, president of an independent record label, written two books, and executive produced for television. Currently he owns and operates One One 7 and Noble Management. We have a great chat about how to raise the level of inspiration in the room, when a publishing deal is right for you, and how to get noticed by labels and established producers.In this episode we'll dig in on...The unexpected ways your songs get heardServing others before yourselfWriting hundreds of songs until you get one that feels "right"Learning when to sign up for PROsWhen to keep and when to give up your publishingGetting the attention of record labelsThe power of a unique lyric or titlePlanting the seeds of confidence during artist developmentGetting excited to work with label executives and moving into artist managementThe importance of having a trusted team as an independent artistMentioned in the Show:"This is What it Sounds Like" by Dr. Susan RogersEpisode 58 with Dr. Susan Rogers - Listen HereTravis' Intro: Intentions vs ExpectationsLearn More About Jason Davis...Twitter: https://twitter.com/oneone7jason 📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):Soundflow - Speed up your workflow!Vanguard Audio Microphones!Gear I Can't...

Today’s guest is engineer, audio technician, and microphone designer Derek Bargaehr. Derek is the the Chief Everything Officer and co-founder of Vanguard Audio Labs. He created Vanguard to give musicians and recording engineers access to great and affordable tools and since then his mics have been added to mic lockers all over the world. We have a great chat about microphone design, understanding your tools, using polar patterns and mic placement to change frequency response, and the difference between studying the theory vs learning by doing.In this episode we'll dig in on...Voicing MicrophonesNot wanting to build clone microphonesWhy vintage mics sound differentReading schematicsTheory vs ExecutionBuilding guitar pedalsCryogenically freezing componentsNoise floorUsing polar pattern and mic placement to adjust frequency responseBuilding a brand based on word of mouth and guerrilla marketingWhy you should avoid buying new tools until you learn the ones you haveInterning and working for AvantoneWhy relationships matter in the music industryVoice-OversUnderstanding electronicsMentioned in the Interview:Flock Audio Patch BayTravis' Intro: The School of ExperienceLearn More About Derek Bargaehr and Vanguard Audio Labs...Website: https://www.vanguardaudiolabs.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanguardaudiolabs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanguardaudiolabsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vanguardaudiolabs📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):Soundflow - Speed up...

Today’s guest is booking agent, entrepreneur, author, and habit coach Esther Calloway. Currently Esther is an Artist Booking Operations Manager for Sofar Sounds as well as the founder of her own booking and talent-buying agency E. Calloway Management. She’s an active member of the Recording Academy Texas Chapter and a business leader in the Dallas area. We chat about what makes a brand and artist a match, routing a successful tour, running your music career like a business, and how to build better habits.In this episode we'll dig in on...Music talent buying for events and festivalsData that helps independent artists book more showsBuilding your local presenceTouring best practicesWorking for Sofar SoundsThe importance of tracking your ticket salesBeing prepared for your opportunitiesThe importance of an accountability partnerHabit buildingWhat to have on your merch tableMentioned in the Episode:"The 61 Day Challenge to Better Habits" by Esther Calloway"Atomic Habits" by James ClearTravis' Intro: Sprint Goal ChallengeLearn More About Esther Calloway and SOFAR Sounds...Website: https://www.ecallowaymanagement.com/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esther-calloway-55447495SOFAR Sounds: https://www.sofarsounds.com/Apply to Play a SOFAR Show - HERE📢 Our Sponsors 📢Check out oeksound. The makers of Soothe2 and Spiff!Sign Up for Complete Producer Network!Crescendo: The World's First Subscription Mixing ServiceListen to Secret Sonics!🙏 Support the Show 🙏Support Progressions on Patreon!Sign up for the Progressions Mailing ListInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProgressionsPod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspodLearn more about Travis: https://www.travisference.com/Affiliate Links (aka Support the Show AND Get Stuff):Soundflow - Speed up your workflow!Vanguard...