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Brad Baloo is one of the UK’s foremost musical talents, with a long and diverse catalog of accomplishments to his name.
As a DJ, he is one half of legendary duo The Nextmen, one of the most successful UK Hip-Hop acts in history. Alongside this, he has written and produced platinum selling records for the likes of Little Mix, Leona Lewis, James Arthur and many more.
He has also written underground smashes for the likes of Wilkinson and Chase and Status, and spends further time nurturing emerging talent.
This episode of the Mixed In Key Podcast sees host Adam talking about Brad’s long and diverse career, his processes, approaches and techniques. In a fascinating, far-reaching conversation, listeners will hear some unmissable tips for success, both in terms of music writing, and making the most from the current trend for live-streaming DJ sets. Whether DJ, producer, or both, anyone with an interest in making or playing music will love hearing Brad’s stories, told with his customary self-deprecating and engaging style.
Big thanks to Brad for his time!
What would you like us to talk about next time? Email us at [email protected] and let us know.
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Apple podcasts Google PodcastsPaul Reeve has produced for some of the biggest names in the UK music business, including Muse, Steve Harley, Razorlight and Supergrass. Recording and mixing vocals is one of his favorite parts of the job, a process which he was kind enough to discuss on our humble podcast. What Paul doesn’t know about getting great vocals recorded and mixed i simply not worth knowing!
So tune in and hear tips, tricks, advice and secrets to take into your own vocal mixing and recording.
Thanks very much to Paul for his time. Find out more here: Paul Reeve’s website.
What would you like us to discuss next? Email us at [email protected] We’re on Apple podcasts too!Accomplished musician and classical audio engineering specialist Louis Ng joins regular host Adam to talk all things mixdown. As a pitch perfect musician with vast experience in recording, mixing and mastering commercial music, as well as being a music theory consultant for Mixed In Key, Louis’ advice will level up your mixing down!
Check out our sister article on the topic, too: https://mixedinkey.com/captain-plugins/wiki/10-steps-for-a-better-mixdown/
What would you like us to talk about next time? Email us at [email protected] and let us know.
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Apple podcasts Google PodcastsThis week, Adam and Isaac are joined by Mike Cupino, Mixed In Key’s resident sound designer. As sound design becomes an increasingly important part of music production, we look at some killer sound design tips that will enhance your tracks. With real-time audio examples and demonstrations, you’ll find some inspiring new ideas to try in your own tracks!
Enjoy our recent in-depth look at Sidechain Compression as an accompaniment to some of the discussions in this episode.
What would you like us to discuss next? Email us at [email protected]
We’re on Apple podcasts too!The dream team is reunited as Isaac joins Adam for another round of conversations about composition. With the Mixed In Key Music Innovation Contest just a few days old, it’s the perfect time to discuss the DNA of good music. How do we define good music? What does it take for a song to be ‘good’? And how can YOU write a good song of your own? Of course, there are no hard and fast answers to these questions. However, our discussion brings up numerous tips and techniques that might give you a better chance of writing better, more exciting music.
What would you like us to talk about next time? Email us at [email protected] and let us know.
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Apple podcastsHaving launched our Music Innovation contest, featuring huge prizes from the best companies in the music industry, it was a no-brainer to invite Mau Montekio back onto our podcast. After all, he won our last contest with his amazing blend of Waltz, EDM, Trap and Pop!
With over $27,000 of incredible prizes up for grabs, plus a judging panel of industry leaders, why don’t YOU enter the contest?
All you have to do is create an original track which blends at least 2 existing genres into something new.
We discuss what makes a song innovative, and how you can find new inspiration and new ideas for your own compositions.
This conversation is littered with music innovation hacks, tips, techniques and concepts hat will help your creativity take flight!
What would you like us to discuss next? Email us at [email protected]
We’re on Apple podcasts too!This week, Adam is joined by Mau Montekkio. Mau won the Mixed In Key #2genres contest in 2018 and has joined the team to provide music production and compositions for our media platforms. His prodigious talent for songwriting makes him a perfect guest to discuss this week’s topic: What makes a song catchy? Join us to discover some cool tips and tricks, guidance and analysis of catchiness. We hope you’ll come away with some useful ideas for your next song!
What would you like us to talk about next time? Email us at [email protected] and let us know.
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Apple podcastsThis episode sees Adam and Isaac bring Mixed In Key’s own Kiva to investigate a thorny question: How to arrange a song in any genre. Arrangements need to perform different jobs, depending on which platform and audience they are intended for. We discuss exactly how to create the perfect arrangement for any genre of music. By hearing real-world examples of how and when different arrangements work, you can learn how to set your own songs up for success!
What would you like us to discuss next week? Email us at [email protected]
We’re on Apple podcasts too!Broadcasting from baking hot locations in Brighton, UK and Miami, Florida, Adam and Isaac ask PhD Music Composition graduate Daniel Hignell-Tully to talk us through how we can become better producers. Daniel is a multi-disciplinary creative with specialisms in sound design, sound art and music composition, so knows a thing or two about producing excellent material!
Anyone seeking to become a better, more efficient music producer will find this episode crammed full of inspirting take-outs and illuminating conversation about the music industry at large. A must for anyone serious about developing their music production craft.
What would you like us to talk about next time? Email us at [email protected] and let us know.
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The Mixed In Key Podcast is back with another special guest to help all you budding music producers improve your game. This time, we welcome our colleague Andy McGirr. A celebrated Trance, Techno and House artist and DJ in his own right, Andy has been busy making our video tutorials on using Captain Plugins to write songs in different genres.
He has some useful insights on how to make your own video tutorials, and plenty of invaluable guidance on the music production process as a whole, learned over his 20-year career in the game.
Check out Andy’s label, Curate Records.
What would you like us to discuss next week? Email us at [email protected]
We’re on Apple podcasts too!This week, Adam is joined by Andy Williams, AKA Yam Who? Andy runs three labels, Midnight Riot REcords, Black Riot Records and ISM Records, and is an international DJ for some of the biggest club-nights on the Disco scene. His journey hasn’t been one of overnight success, however, and his insights are suitably deep-rooted and compelling. Having built one of the strongest brands in Disco using a mixture of design and concept to carve out an instantly recognisable image and sound, Andy has unmissable advice for DJs, producers and label managers at all stages of their careers.
What would you like us to talk about next time? Email us at [email protected] and let us know.
We’re on Apple podcasts too!In this week’s episode, we talk to professional composer for film and TV, Lee Sanders. Lee has won eight BMI Film & Television Awards for his work. His credits span dozens of television shows, films, video games and works for online media and theatre—among them the multiple Emmy® Award-winning series The Amazing Race (US and international versions); the current Sony Pictures Home Entertainment logo theme; the recent award-winning feature films Old Stone and Shadow Wolves; and the children’s web series Storyline Online for SAG-AFTRA Foundation. As a conductor, orchestrator and additional composer, Lee has also contributed to shows such as Family Guy, Charmed, The Fairly Oddparents, and Disney’s House of Mouse. We could hardly ask for a more qualified guide into the world of composing for Film and TV. We asked Lee how to get started in the industry, how it’s changed over the years, and how technology changes his approach to music. We also spoke about life in the shadow of Covid-19 and survival/growth tactics, and how he sees the industry’s future. This episode is packed full of insightful tips and advice on composition styles, workflows and industry nous!
He also recently wrote a captivating score called ‘Can’t Breath’ in honor of George Floyd.
Find out more about Lee here.
What would you like us to talk about next time? Email us at [email protected] and let us know.
We’re on Apple podcasts too!This is a very special episode, exploring the spectrum of issues around race, racism and music. We are guided and informed by two certified experts on this topic, and it was an honor to hear them speak.
In the wake of the recent protests and re-ignition of the Black Lives Matter movement, we wanted to explore how the music industry can tackle and identify racism, and how it can find the right voice in the fight against inequality.
Our very special guests, Dr Rueben Brock and Dr Lambros Fatsis, kindly gave us their time and considerable expertise to help us identify the right questions and find the right answers. They have some amazing knowledge and insight into the fundamental issues at play. So whatever your personal stance, opinion or position on the matter, this episode is crammed full of things we can all learn from.
Dr Rueben Brock is an assistant professor of Psychology at the California University of Pennsylvania. He sits on the Training and Advisory Committee for the American Psychologic Association’s Minority Fellowship Program, and is also host of House Call with Dr Rueben Brock.
Find out more about Dr Brock here and check out his amazing TV series House Call with Dr Brock here.
Dr Lambros Fatsis is Lecturer in Criminology at the University of Brighton. Parts of his research have been published at the Crime, Media, Culture journal, and The Sociological Review, and the European Journal of Social Theory, and he is currently completing a book on public sociology and social media for Bristol University Press.
Dr Fatsis regularly provides expertise on debates around citizenship, public intellectual life, policing and the criminalisation of Black music subcultures to a variety of print, broadcast and online media and international policy-making organisations.
When he doesn’t teach or write, he bides his time as a vinyl junkie and purveyor of Afro-Caribbean music. More on Dr Fatsis here.
What would you like us to talk about next time? Email us at [email protected] and let us know.
We’re on Apple podcasts too!Mixed In Key’s own Mike Cupino joins Adam and Isaac to share his expertise on all things streaming. If you’re looking to livestream DJ sets, live performances, lessons, or you just want a better-sounding Zoom call with your Mom, this is the podcast for you! Mike is a Miami-based audio engineer, sound designer and Ableton-certified trainer. What he doesn’t know about streaming audio isn’t worth knowing!
We also talk DAW news, including a look at Logic X’s huge new update, plus highlights from the rapidly-changing world of audio and synth gear. What would you like us to talk about next time? Email us at [email protected] and let us know.
We’re on Apple podcasts too!This week, Isaac talks to Ivan Coralliza, also known as Ill Factor. The Grammy-nominated producer has worked with the likes of Sia, Gwen Stefani and Timbaland, and has a wealth of in-depth production tips for us! He also talks about his experiences in the industry, ways to advance your career and much more. Every aspiring producer needs to hear this!
What would you like us to discuss in future episodes? Email us at [email protected] (opens in new tab).
We’re on Apple podcasts too!Tales of live streams, new music inspired by Covid-19, cancelled Morris dances and a whole host of new features coming in Captain Plugins 5.
What would you like us to discuss in future episodes? Email us at [email protected](opens in new tab).
We’re on Apple podcasts too!This week, we take an in-depth look at the brand new Captain Plugins 5 beta version. We also talk about life in lockdown, how musicians are taking the fight to Covid-19, and Adam presents a detailed guide on how to stream your DJ sets from home.
What would you like us to discuss in future episodes? Email us at [email protected].
We’re on Apple podcasts too!Adam and Isaac talk about Luna, the new DAW from Universal Audio, plus exciting rumours about Logic Pro X, and marketing sensitivities in the shadow of Covid-19.
What would you like us to discuss in future episodes? Email us at [email protected].
We’re on Apple podcasts too!Adam talks to Isaac about his experience working in the music publishing/sync licensing world. Plus, tons of practical advice for musicians and how to adapt to the current Coronavirus pandemic.
We also launch our new ‘Captain Of the Week’ contest, where YOU could have your song featured on the show and promoted to our customers!
What would you like us to discuss in future episodes? Email us at [email protected].
We’re on Apple podcasts too!Isaac talks to elite Sound Engineer Frank Sarocco about the music business, and how to make it work for you. Frank has mixed artists such as Amy Winehouse, Nas, Maty J. Blige and many more
What would you like us to discuss in future episodes? Email us at [email protected].
We’re on Apple podcasts too!Isaac and Adam are back to shoot the breeze on all things music tech, music news and music composition. This week sees a brief tech round-up including new DAW systems from UAD, Magix and Polyend, new MIDI standard 2.0 and dreams of a zero latency Bluetooth MIDI hub.
You can also expect news from the past week in music, including Look Mum No Computer’s recent vandalism of a classic Gibson Les Paul, an inspiring new video from Teatro and Coronavirus health tips from entirely unqualified sources.
What would you like us to discuss in future episodes? Email us at [email protected].
We’re on Apple podcasts too!Look Mum No Computer mods a Gibson Les Paul
Teatro runs hardware synths through Captain Plugins
This week, Isaac and Adam talk copyright law and litigation, songwriting techniques and new tech of the week. There’s a lengthy section discussing songs that either or both of us haven’t really listened to, and of course discussion on items that have flamed our Gear Acquisition Syndromes.
You can also expect to hear musings on the democratisation of music production, future podcast guests and much more.
What would you like us to discuss in future episodes? Email us at [email protected].
Musician uses algorithm to generate every possible melody and release it into the public domain.
Isaac and Adam share their favorite new tech from Namm 2020 and top tips for industry success. Also discussions on Billie Eilish and her home studio recorded Grammy winning album, tales from their time in the industry, and dubious fashion choices.
What would you like us to discuss in future episodes? Email us at [email protected].
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