GIG with Mike Redman

Mike Redman

Join me, Mike Redman on 'GIG' where I have conversations with some of the most interesting people in the Film & Music industry. I'll be talking toi Music Supervisors to Re-Recording Engineers, Composers to Directors, DP’s, Production Designers, and Make-up Artists.

If you are trying to figure out where to take your career, I want to help you be successful … Or, maybe you’re just an enthusiast and want to know the difference between a grip and a gaffer, well you’ll find it right here!

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Send us a Text Message.Are you curious about the behind-the-scenes of the film and music industry? Well, I’m excited to introduce you to GIG, my new podcast where I take you on a journey to discover the hidden jobs and talents of the film and music industry. Each week I'll be interviewing the most interesting people in the field, from music supervisors, engineers & composers, to directors, production designers, grips, and gaffers. I'll be revealing the role of a mock-up specialist, a foley artist, or a showrunner, and helping you discover career opportunities you probably didn’t even know existed … I have 35 years of experience as an entrepreneur, composer, author, studio owner, and more, so I have a lot of contacts in the industry. I'm excited to be your guide and introduce you to some truly amazing people and jobs in film and music. Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Episodes

GREG SIMS - 'JUST SAY YES' with Mike Redman

GREG SIMS - 'JUST SAY YES' with Mike Redman

Send us a Text Message.Today I have a great conversation with close friend, and composer Greg Sims. We are talking about the importance of taking chances to move your career forward and what we’ve learned from our own experiences.Greg has taught me so many valuable lessons. One example is that there is not such thing as multitasking. Both Greg and myself took a lot of chances in our careers, chances that could have been disastrous, but looking back we were smart enough, semi fearless, and most importantly had confidence in ourselves.So - it’s time to face your fears and JUST SAY YES! Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Composing for Games with Penka Kouneva

Composing for Games with Penka Kouneva

Send us a Text Message.Today I’m joined by Penka Kouneva. She explains to me, some of the intricacies and differences between writing music for film as opposed to writing music for a game. I was really surprised at how different they are. There are lots of opportunities composing music for games, and it's only expected to grow. So take a listen as we jump right into composing for games with Penka KounevaVisit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Music Clearance and Placement with Suzanne Coffman

Music Clearance and Placement with Suzanne Coffman

Send us a Text Message.Whether you're trying to license your music or someone else wants to license your music , licensing is something that every musician, publishing company, and record company needs to understand. Music specialist Suzanne Coffman and her company Music Rightz, and that's with a 'Z' , clears for everything from live events to TV , and film. Suzanne gives a great overview of some of the basics of Music Licensing, and why you should care about it. Music Licensing isn't sexy, but if you're serious about wanting to place, your music it's something that you need to understand ! Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Cristobal Tapia de Veer - Composer for White Lotus

Cristobal Tapia de Veer - Composer for White Lotus

Send us a Text Message.I don’t actually watch a lot of TV but I do love an entertaining , well written and produced show. I’m not sure how I stumbled upon White Lotus but it would be one of my top picks for a ‘must see’, they take chances. It has smart humor, and more over some of the most original, accessible, and inviting music on television. The composer behind the score is Chilean-Canadian film composer Cristobal Tapia de Veer or as I have come to know him ‘Cristo’ Cristo is not what you think of as a typical film composer… what I mean is that he is an experimenter, creating sounds from nothing , combining textures, defining rhythms and finally happily marrying them to picture doing more than creating an ambiance. Cristo’s music helps to define the scene or cue, it helps to breathe life into it.Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

JDM Music + Sound Founder Joel Dean

JDM Music + Sound Founder Joel Dean

Send us a Text Message.JDM Music + Sound is a well respected company located in the heart of LA. Primarily they create music for trailers, you've heard their work on Monkey Man, Wonka, Marvel Studios ‘Secret Invasion’, The Equalizer, The Brothers Son, Good Mother, Fast and Furious, Scream as well as a long list of other high profile film properties.Forging the path for JDM Music + Sound is composer and founder Joel Dean. I've had the pleasure of watching his career for several years as it's blossomed into one of the leading music houses in Los Angeles. He's a down to earth guy, family, man, an extraordinary composer, and businessman. I'm really delighted to have him on GIG With Mike Redman today, every time I talk to Joel, I walk away, feeling smarter somehow.https://jdmmusic.net/Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Josh Rabinowitz - Music Producer and Consultant

Josh Rabinowitz - Music Producer and Consultant

Send us a Text Message.I had a casual conversation with legend Josh Rabinowitz, who Fast Company called the new music mogul the Cannes Music Jury calls, a musical genius.As many of you know, I made a great living, writing music, primarily for advertising, because that's where the real money was at the time. What you don't know is that I spent several of those years trying to get the attention of Josh. At Grey Advertising he was a legend, untouchable, probably because his time was in such high demand . He's well-connected and he’s an expert in his field working with the who’s who in the music industry and from what I hear a great trombone player.Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Gary Moffatt - 38 Special Drummer

Gary Moffatt - 38 Special Drummer

Send us a Text Message.Hi everybody welcome to GIG I'm your host, Mike Redman. I grew up in the days when rock bands ruled the world and I lived in the South in Richmond, Virginia. One of my favorite Southern Rock bands was '38 Special'. Still to this day they're one of the hardest working rock bands in the country playing about 100 dates the drummer in the band is powerhouse Gary Moffat, and I'm happy to say a longtime friend of mine. When Garry plays, you can tell that he puts every fiber of his body into it. Today I'm happy to have Gary on GIG to share his thoughts about drumming, touring, soloing, and his family '38 Special'. http://garymoffatt.com/biography.aspxhttps://38special.com/Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Silas Hite 'His Music. His Life'

Silas Hite 'His Music. His Life'

Send us a Text Message.If you want to be a composer for TV, Film, or advertising? If so today’s episode is for you. Silas Hite is unique in the world of music. He makes a great living while NOT working on blockbusters.Silas Hite is an Emmy-winning composer with music in his DNA. He began his career co-scoring blockbuster films like Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs with his uncle, noted composer Mark Mothersbaugh (DEVO). His music plays in television shows around the world, from a series of investigative crime specials for the BBC, to foodie favorites Chef's Table (Netflix) and HBO’s The Big Brunch. Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

2023 Wrap-up Part II

2023 Wrap-up Part II

Send us a Text Message.Part 2 of the 2023 GIG with Mike Redman consists of excerpts from some of my most interesting guests, giving their perspective on things like: making it as a independent producer in today's economy, things every musician should know about business, working with Quincy Jones as a producer, and more.Enjoy, learn and be grateful - something I try to do every single day. All the best this year, Mike Redman Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

2023 Wrap-up Part I

2023 Wrap-up Part I

Send us a Text Message.It's been a great year for 'GIG with Mike Redman'. I've interviewed some amazing people learned a ton, and shared their experienced.These are a few of the highlighted questions you should check out!1. Is it important to be a singer?2. When should I hire a studio and engineer?3. Should I license my music exclusively, or non-exclusive to music libraries?4. Do guitarists need to read music?5. Do you need to be a techie as a film composer?6. Why you should consider advertising music?This is Part I of 2 highlights reels , keep and eye out for number 2 coming soon!!Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

SUPERVISING SOUND EDITOR - GWEN WHITTLE

SUPERVISING SOUND EDITOR - GWEN WHITTLE

Send us a Text Message.Today on GIG we explore into the magical world of sound for film and more specially the job of supervising sound editor Gwen Whittle. With a career spanning several decades, Gwen has shaped sound landscapes for some of the biggest blockbuster films of our generation like "Avatar" and "Top Gun,” Gwen's career is not just marked by her association with cinematic blockbusters or the 5 Academy Awards she probably has sitting on the fireplace in her living room. It’s the relationships that she’s has created along the way with her team which she refers to as ‘Family’ … that's what is most important to her.IMDBVisit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

CASTING DIRECTOR - CAMI PATTON

CASTING DIRECTOR - CAMI PATTON

Send us a Text Message.I am often asked ‘how do I get into movies’ … It’s an interesting and complex question and there’s no easy answer, BUT today I talk with award winning Casting Director, Cami Patton who will give you some insight. If you want to be in the entertainment industry and ‘On Screen’ you’ll need to win over the casting director who happens to be the first person usually hired on when a project is green lit.Cami is fun, smart, and obviously very good at what she does for a living and has cast such hit shows as Justified, Silo, Pushing Daisies, The Americans and over 100 other shows. This is a must listen for anyone in the film industry … So, let’s get started.Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Guitarist Marc Bonilla - Part II

Guitarist Marc Bonilla - Part II

Send us a Text Message.I’ve been doing this podcast for a while now and every once in a while I meet someone that is just 'extraordinary' … thats the word I would use to describe Marc Bonilla. Here we go with Part II of Marc Bonilla … The short version is he is an incredible artist, guitarist, composer and human so we won’t waste time with a lot of introduction on this one …let’s jump in.If you like longer podcasts that are a bit more in depth with some of my guests please let me know … you connect with me on my website gigwithmikeredman.com, or on facebook, or instagram … I’d love to hear from you .Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Guitarist Marc Bonilla - Part I

Guitarist Marc Bonilla - Part I

Send us a Text Message.I’ve been doing this podcast for a while now and every once in a while I meet someone that is just extraordinary … that s the word I would use to describe Marc Bonilla. He is an LA based guitarist, that’s played with lots of bands, loves to tour, composes for Film and TV, and a compassionate deep thinker. I found him so thoughtful to talk to that I decided to go long, and produce 2 episodes around Marc.https://marcbonillamusic.com/Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Film Director Michael Dinner - Justified, Sneaky Pete, Myans

Film Director Michael Dinner - Justified, Sneaky Pete, Myans

Send us a Text Message.Two of my favorite shows on TV are Justified, and Sneaky Pete so I can’t tell you how excited I am to interview Director Michael Dinner on GIG.There’s more to directing than getting to yell … action , or cut.If you look Michael dinner up on IMDB you’ll see that his credits cover the entire range of entertainment from Grey’s anatomy, to Masters of Sex, and Law and Order to Blacklist.I think this is an important episode for those of you that want a career in film and TV or just want to understand what the heck the director does. Michael Dinner is laid back, so this isn’t an episode you’ll want to listen to while doing your morning jog. He is also very smart, and loves what he does for a living …Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

CAD Audio - Brig Carr, President

CAD Audio - Brig Carr, President

Send us a Text Message.In todays episode, I welcome Brig Carr, the president and owner of CAD Audio, As you probably know CAD Audio is a company renowned for producing microphones, and audio gear that combine exceptional quality with outstanding value. I’ve known Brig for a long time, and he’s a true gentleman, in fact he even waited for me on a bike trip once because I has having a hard time climbing a hill in Ohio - lol …In our conversation we talk about Brig's journey with CAD Audio and explore his intriguing intersection of entrepreneurship and the music industry.https://www.cadaudio.com/Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Andy Franks - Cold Play Road Manager

Andy Franks - Cold Play Road Manager

Send us a Text Message.Today, I have a remarkable guest, someone who's been the invisible hand behind some of the biggest names in the music industry. Andy Franks, renowned road manager has worked with Coldplay, The Rolling Stones, and other legendary acts, is here to give us a glimpse into the world behind the music. Andy's journey is one filled with unforgettable memories and lessons learned. From his special days with Coldplay to a personal journey of resilience and recovery, that led him to become the founder of musicsupport.org . helping everybody in the music business. I’m just so happy to welcome Sir Andy Franks to GIG ! Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Andy Kaufmann - Music Journalist

Andy Kaufmann - Music Journalist

Send us a Text Message.Today join GIG as we talk to writer, author, and journalist Andy Kaufmann. Have you ever wondered what a music journalist does?For many years Andy Kaufmann has been pulling back the curtain on the music scene through his work with 'Music Connection' and musicconnection.com. where he pens captivating profiles of artists and reviews up and coming talent. Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

Master Engineer & Producer Jimmy Douglass

Master Engineer & Producer Jimmy Douglass

Send us a Text Message.Sir Jimmy Douglass ! Meet the man, the maestro of engineering magic – none other than recording engineer/producer extraordinaire, Jimmy Douglass!If sound could be sculpted into gold, then Jimmy Douglass would be the craftsman behind the masterpiece. With a career spanning decades, he's shaped the sound of some of the most iconic albums and artists across genres.Jimmy is as down to earth as they come, humble but with a confidence that he needs to make his clients feel comfortable and in the right hands if you know what I mean. I really enjoyed the time we had to talk .https://jimmydouglass.com/Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman

"Mike Boris: Crafting Music for Brands"

"Mike Boris: Crafting Music for Brands"

Send us a Text Message.I’m happy to introduce you to music supervisor, producer, sonic strategist and friend Mike Boris.I met Mike several years ago when he was the music director for McCann in NY. Through the years I’ve grown to admire his work ethic, his talent as a musician and producer as well as his upbeat, positive outlook on life. That last part , as you know can be tough … our industry is not for the faint of heart.One area Mike is very active in is Sonic Branding … he talks about that , and a bunch of other things you should know about the world of a freelance producer so this is a great episode for those out there looking for work and making ends meet …Visit GIG with Mike Redman @https://www.gigwithmikeredman.com/podcastsEmail me questions, guests you would like to see @ : gigwithmikeredman@gmail.comThanks for listening !Mike Redman