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Inside Abbey Road’s Secret Gear Lair
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPo97LPCGcw&feature=youtu.beVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Inside Abbey Road’s Secret Gear Lair (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPo97LPCGcw&feature=youtu.be) Mirek Stiles, REDD Desks, TG Legends and a New Chapter of Sound There are studio tours, and then there are moments where you realise…
From the Barrier to Ally Pally: Why Sunny Afternoon Hit Me So Hard
A Sunny Afternoon Review on Why The Kinks’ Story Still Hits Home Last night I finally saw Sunny Afternoon, and it was one of those evenings that stays with you long after the curtain call. My wife Kasia bought…
Rick Davies, Supertramp Founder and Songwriting Force, Dies at 81
Rick Davies, the English musician, singer and songwriter who founded the progressive rock band Supertramp and served as its guiding creative force for more than four decades, has died at the age of 81. Davies was the group’s only constant…
R.I.P Luís Jardim: The Maestro Behind the Music 1950 – 2025
Today, July 4th we lost one of the greats, I originally was going to post a happy birthday to him, sadly he died today aged 75 years old. If you’ve ever tapped your foot to a hit record without knowing…
Inside EastWest: Nearly Four Decades of Sonic Innovation and the Future of Music Creation
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Sly Stone (1943–2025): The Genius Who Taught Us All to Feel
Sly Stone has left the building. And if you ever truly listened to Sly, you know that sentence hurts far more than words should. His passing today at the age of 82 marks the end of a chapter in music…
Genelec: Exploring the Legacy and Innovation in Professional Audio Monitoring
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krMiu8NBNG4Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Genelec Revised (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krMiu8NBNG4) Genelec has long been synonymous with precision, quality, and innovation in the world of professional audio monitoring. Founded in 1978 as a family-run business in the Finnish countryside, Genelec…
Michael Beinhorn: A Life in Sound, A Legacy in Creativity
Happy Birthday to Michael Beinhorn — Visionary, Mentor, and Friend Happy Birthday, Michael. Today we celebrate not just the extraordinary producer behind some of the most iconic records in music history, but also the brilliant mind, generous spirit, and…
Happy 90th Birthday, Carol Kaye: A Tribute to a Musical Icon
I had the unforgettable experience of meeting Carol Kaye at NAMM in the late ‘90s. She was at a booth, playing jazz guitar with the same effortless brilliance that had defined her career. I was utterly starstruck. To witness her…
Inside Hyde Street Studios: A Journey Through Music’s Sacred Ground
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Fender Telecaster: The Guitar That Changed Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=boP1APSuGEMVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Fender Telecaster: The Guitar That Changed Music (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=boP1APSuGEM) The Fender Telecaster is the very first mass-produced solid-body electric guitar, and one of the three iconic first-generation solid-body electric guitars. The other two…
Behind the Boards with Aerosmith: The Making of “Music from Another Dimension!”
When I first stepped into the studio to work on Aerosmith’s fifteenth studio album, “Music from Another Dimension!” I knew I was about to embark on an unforgettable musical journey. Engineered and mixed during 2011–2012, this album marked not only…
Jack Douglas Interview for Audeze at AES 2024 New York City
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Understanding Optical Compressors: The Science Behind the Sound
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jW2IQclfdz0Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Understanding Optical Compressors – With Joe Carrell (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jW2IQclfdz0) Optical compressors have become a staple in the world of audio engineering, prized for their unique sound and operation. This blog explores what makes…
Harrison Audio Tour and Legacy
Today we join Joe Carrell In Nashville at the Head Quarters for Harrison Audio. Harrison Audio has had a long successful history in the audio world from music studios to film studios. Having started in 1975 by Founder Dave Harrison,…
Running A Record Label In 2023 – The Cheryl Pawelski Interview | Grammy-Winning Producer
Cheryl Pawelski, a name synonymous with innovation and artistry, has made an indelible mark on the industry through her exceptional work as a producer, music archivist, and record label executive. Her commitment to preserving musical legacies, promoting diverse voices, and…
Abbey Road Studios & The Future Of Innovation In Music Production | Abbey Road Red
Imagine a place where music's rich history converges with cutting-edge technology to compose a new chapter in the music industry. This realm of innovation and creativity is none other than Abbey Road Red, an incubator nestled within the iconic Abbey…
An Interview With Geoff Pesche at Abbey Road Studios
Mastering engineers are the final gatekeepers of a record's sound, ensuring that it shines in its best light and is ready for distribution. In this blog, we sit down with Jeff Pesh, a renowned mastering engineer with a career spanning…
David Reitzas: The Interview – Masterful Producer Behind The Music
In the vast and dynamic world of music production, few names stand out as brightly as David Reitzas. With a career spanning several decades, Reitzas has solidified his position as one of the most influential and sought-after producers in the…
The Truth About Widening Your Mixes And The 1 Way To Bring Out The Best In Them
In this episode of MakeMineMusic, Marc Daniel Nelson dives in deep about the effects of going too far with widening and the damage it could cause more than good. Watch as he approaches widening mixes in a more focused manner…
The Abbey Road Story – A History Of Recording Innovation
Abbey Road is the world’s oldest and most famous recording studio. In the ten decades in which it has operated, it has built up an unparalleled track record of technical innovation and music-changing recordings. Abbey Road is obviously most famous…
Songs That Changed Music: Mr Blue Sky – Electric Light Orchestra
Written by Paul Tingen Mr. Blue Sky is inarguably one of the most instantly recognizable songs of all time. It is also the most upbeat song ever released. A cognitive neuroscientist has delivered a scientific foundation for Mr. Blue Sky…
Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of the Worlds: Albums That Changed Music
Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds is one of the most successful and celebrated concept albums of all time. Released in 1978, the album is a masterpiece, that enjoyed instant commercial success. The album has gone…
Unboxing the Holy Grail Of SPACE with Marc Daniel Nelson
In this episode of MakeMineMusic, Marc Daniel Nelson unboxes a very special vintage piece of gear. The HOLYGRAIL of Space. Follow along as Marc tests this beauty out in the studio. The Lexicon 480L is a digital reverb processor that…
Ramones: Artists Who Changed Music
Written by Thomas Hanslowe The Ramones were one of the most influential bands to emerge from New York City in the 1970s. Hailing from the Forest Hills neighborhood of Queens, the Ramones helped to define the sound, style, and attitude…
Bill Medley of Righteous Brothers: The Life and Legacy of a Music Legend
Bill Medley is a legendary musician who has left an indelible mark on the world of music. Best known as one half of the duo The Righteous Brothers, Medley's distinctive baritone voice and songwriting talents have earned him a place…
On Tour With Alice Cooper – Manager Reveals Insider Stories
David Libert (born January 20, 1943) is an American music executive, musician and author. He was one of the founding members of the musical group, The Happenings. Hailing from Paterson, New Jersey, United States, The Happenings had several hit records including "See You…
Two-Tone and Ska’s HUGE Influence on Music
Written by Thomas Hanslowe In the late 1970s and early 1980s, a new sound emerged from Great Britain: two-tone ska, also known as “second wave ska.” Combining the attitude and aggression of punk rock with the danceable rhythms of Jamaican…
Banned and Topping the Charts: “Relax” by Frankie Goes to Hollywood
Written by Caitlin Vaughn Carlos In 1984, Frankie Goes to Hollywood’s debut single was dominating the charts, while simultaneously banned from the airwaves by the BBC. The song was a synth-pop masterpiece, and took its time to get there. Producer…
From Child Star to Music Legend: Stevie Wonder and “Superstition”
Written by Caitlin Vaughn Carlos and Kieran Vaughn At the start of the seventies, Stevie Wonder moved from child star to a full-fledged, adult creative artist. His success and musical prowess, along with expansions to Motown’s operations, offered him a…
How Ozzy Osbourne and Randy Rhoads Rose from the Ashes and Charted the Future of Metal in “Crazy Train” and the Blizzard of Ozz.
Written by Caitlin Vaughn Carlos Ozzy Osbourne has been at the forefront of metal since its inception. A founding member of Black Sabbath, Osbourne helped transform the world of hard rock music into what would be later understood as Heavy…
Albums That Changed Music: Breakfast In America by Supertramp
Breakfast in America is one of the most important rock albums of all time. With an estimated 20 million worldwide sales, Supertramp’s sixth album is in the top three of best-selling prog rock albums, only superseded by Pink Floyd’s Dark…
“Pump It Up”: How Elvis Costello and the Attractions turned Punk into New Wave
Written by Caitlin Vaughn Carlos Rock and Roll is often associated with excess; and by the end of the seventies, this image was clearly in the air. Even the outsider, cool young artists of Stiff Records found themselves lured…
The History of FAME Studios – Interview with Rodney Hall
Today, Warren sits down with the owner and operator of the legendary Fame Studios, Rodney Hall for one last final video, this time going over the intricate history of the space. Everything from Aretha Franklin to the Allman Brothers, this space…
“Tell Mama”: How an escape to Fame studios Reignited Etta James
Written by Caitlin Vaughn Carlos In 1967, Etta James’s career was in a slump, as the legendary singer faced personal struggles. Looking for a hit and an escape for his struggling singer, away from the temptations of the city, Leonard…
Aretha at FAME: Where The Queen of Soul Found Her Voice
Written by Caitlin Vaughn Carlos When Aretha Franklin entered Fame studios in 1967, she was undoubtedly a prodigious talent, but she hadn’t yet found the voice that would crown her the Queen of Soul. While the sessions have gone…
Artists Who Changed Music: Duane Allman
Duane Allman is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists who has ever lived. He can regularly be found in the top 10 of lists of greatest guitarists of all time, sometimes as high as number two, with only…
The Legendary FAME Studios Part Two
We've been diving into the historic studio, FAME in Muscle Shoals during the past week. We kicked off our FAME Studios Series with the infamous recording, Mustang Sally by Wilson Pickett - one of the most important vocalists in RnB…
The Legendary FAME Studios Part One
We kicked off our FAME Studios Series with the infamous recording, Mustang Sally by Wilson Pickett - one of the most important vocalists in RnB history. In today's episode, we take a look through the whole history right up to…
“Mustang Sally” and Wilson Pickett at FAME Studios
Written by Caitlin Vaughn Carlos In 1966, Wilson Pickett entered FAME studios in Muscle Shoals to record some of his most famous songs of all time, including the now legendary - “Mustang Sally.” Originally written by Pickett’s former Falcons…
Interview: Teddy Richards – Genre-Defying Guitarist
Today, we're sharing Warren's interview with the incredible Teddy Richards. About Teddy Richards After serving 30 years as Aretha Franklin's guitarist, Teddy Richards emerged as a gifted singer/songwriter/guitarist/producer and music publisher. Teddy has been hailed by the press as 'a…
Rewriting to Perfection: “Slave to the Rhythm”
In 1985, producer Stephen Lipson teamed up with Bruce Woolley, Simon Darlow and Trevor Horn to create one of the decade’s most influential dance music tracks - “Slave to the Rhythm.” Originally intended for Frankie goes to Hollywood, the song…
The Definitive Interview: Stephen Lipson – World Renowned British Producer
Stephen Lipson is one of the UK’s leading record producers and songwriters. People say the test of a genuinely great record producer isn’t whether or not they’ve had a couple of hits but whether they can keep having them. If…
Bob Clearmountain Demos His Plugins
After being schooled by Bob Clearmountain himself whilst demonstrating the incredible Clearmountain Phases by Apogee, Warren took a visit to Clearmountain's home studio to find out all about his plugins and the things Warren may have missed during his initial…
Recording, Editing & Mixing Rock With Matt McQueen
Have you written a fantastic new song that your band is excited about? Maybe you’ve already performed it live – and your audience went nuts! Then, it’s time to take the next step:Turn it into a full-blown, professional production, ready…
SubMission Audio DoubleTap – The Low End Solution
Today, we're checking out SubMission Audio's DoubleTap Bass Dynamic Compressor alongside Adam Steel, Matt Lange, Mel Torres and Conor Nelson! You can buy the DoubleTap plugin here! They've also got some incredible We have heard a lot of great reviews…
Turning Classic Literature to Classic Rock: Rush’s “Tom Sawyer”
Across the seventies, Rush established themselves as leaders of the progressive rock sound, writing expansive songs with complex lyrics and musical explorations. But at the start of the 80s, the band encapsulated their complex musical ideas and progressive sounds into…
Artists That Changed Music: Muddy Waters
Muddy Waters is widely regarded as the most important blues artist of the second half of the 20th century. He was not only a prime exponent of the delta blues and the Father of electric and Chicago Blues, but he…
“New Rose” and The Damned: The Story of UK Punk’s First Single
In 1976, Punk music (although it was not yet called that) was a vibrant and underground movement making some powerful noise in the London Music scene. But what had emerged as a live music experience was first captured on tape…