Progressions: Success in the Music Industry (Travis Ference)

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	19 Jan 2022	Dr. Susan Rogers: Working with Prince, Hyper-Creatives, and the Listener Profile	01:00:46
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 Prince Listening and how music triggers the brain Modern uses for analog tape The art and craft of mixing US Army electronics manuals Music Cognition and Psychoacoustics Leaving the music industry to work in science Teaching at Berklee College of Music Taking your toys apart Writing a book How to find an audience Check out Susan's book! "This is What it Sounds Like: What the Music You Love Says About You" 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Dr. Susan Rogers Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	14 Oct 2020	Damian Taylor: Precision Editing, Building Community, and Where Productivity Intersects Creativity	01:01:23
Our guest this week is six time Grammy nominated producer, mixer, programmer, songwriter, and all round good human Damian Taylor. Damian found himself in heavy demand early in his career after becoming one of the first masters of audio editing and automation within DAWs. His career has taken him around the global and his discography is filled with household names such as The Prodigy, Arcade Fire, The Killers, Temper Trap, and Bjork. In addition to his daily mixing and production projects, Damian has also recently started streaming production sessions live on Twitch, and has launched a social network for producers, engineers, musicians and music creatives called The Complete Producer Network. Travis' Intro: Deep Work In this episode, we'll dig in on... Encouraging community and sharing knowledge The intersection of productivity and creativity How relocation can help redirect your career Re-thinking your approach to the internet Starting his career in London and working out of Strongroom Studios The power of constantly learning The Complete Producer Network Making records on six of the seven continents Pro Tools chops Mentioned in the Episode: "Deep Work" by Cal Newport - Here "Getting Things Done" by David Allen - Here "The Talent Code" by Daniel Coyle - Here Toggl Software Time Tracker - Link Learn More About Damian... Website: http://www.damiantaylor.com/ Twitch TV: https://www.twitch.tv/hereisdamian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hereisdamian/ Check out a Spotify playlist of his work here! 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website:				06 Jun 2024	How to Use Automation in Your Music Production Workflow \| with Raphael Sepulveda	01:09:25
In this episode, you'll learn about: Soundflow Keyboard Maestro How to Use Automation to Speed up Workflow Why Consistent File Naming So Important Automating Complete Session Delivery and Stem Printing The Power of Pro Tools Track Presets Coding and Automation is a Skill just like playing an instrument How Making Music for Sync Differs from Making Records How to Hit All the Cuts when Composing for Ads Connect with Raphael 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raphaelsepulveda/ Grammy File Naming Conventions - here ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Raphael Sepulveda Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	13 Dec 2023	[TOP OF 2023] Creativity, Vision, and Responding to the Music \| with Damian Taylor	01:47:11
BEST OF 2023 REISSUE EDITION 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 workflow Expanding your own mind by learning from your clients Creating an environment of trust with the people you are working with Attracting people that are on your wavelength Taking a permissionless approach to your music career and knowledge learning Building The Mix Accelerator Process to be the ultimate course about mixing having a mixing career Adding the mix buss processing later Making the work the goal will take you further than making the outcome the goal Inviting your collaborators to influence you Designing systems that allow your business to run smoothly behind the scenes 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 Committing to the Process Listen to Damian's first appearance in Episode 2! 🎶 Listening Recommendation 🎶 Jesse Ware, "What's Your Pleasure" Bomba Estéreo, "Deja" Lido Pimienta 🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣 "Build" by Tony Fadell "Deep Work" by Cal Newport Avantone Mix Cubes Billy Decker on Progressions Episode 59 Andrew Maury on Progressions Episode 68 Pedro Calloni on Progressions Episode 70 👉 Learn More About Damian Taylor... 👈 Website: https://www.damiantaylor.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hereisdamian/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hereisdamian Damian's Extended Discography Playlist - Listen 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret...
	16 May 2024	The Myth of Talent: How to Get World Class at Anything	00:12:37
Travis breaks down science of how to master any skill based on the research of Daniel Coyle and his book “The Talent Code” In this episode, you'll learn about: Hotbeds of Talent Throughout the World How to Build Skill Like You Build Muscle Myelin and the Role it Plays in Skill Mastering The Benefits of Deep Practice and How to Do It ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	02 Feb 2024	Show Relaunch, NAMM, and My Top Plug-Ins of 2023: January 2024 a Month In Review	00:16:16
Today is the first unscripted, off the cuff episode of Progressions. I've decided to do monthly reflections on the podcast and my career as well as whatever other random thoughts come to me while recording. In this episode, you'll learn about: The Progressions Relaunch and YouTube Growth Episode Reflections NAMM Convention My Favorite Plug-Ins of 2023 Why Engineers Should Stop Being Consumers ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	14 Feb 2024	How to Set Your Rate: Defining Your Value as a Music Freelancer	00:11:00
Knowing what to charge is one of the hardest parts of working as a freelancer. In this episode Travis discusses how tracking his time for the last five years has helped him confidently define his rates and shares tips for how you can best determine what to charge for your services as a music production professional. In this episode, you'll learn about: How to determine your average hourly wage Why you need to understand your expenses How to make more money without directly raising your rate GET YOUR FREE RATE WORKSHEET ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	08 Sep 2021	Nik Hughes: Building Fans, the Eco-System of Music, and How to Audition	01:19:29
This week's guest is drummer, percussionist, and manager Nik Hughes. Nik is a member of the band Youngblood Hawke, who burst on the scene with their platinum hit "We Come Running." He's also currently playing drums for Bush and in the past he's recorded or toured with artists such as Andy Grammer, Bishop Briggs, Puddle of Mudd, Emily Osment, and many more. Along with all of his playing experience he's also worked on the business side of music, working in management and also briefly holding a label position at Big Deal Music. We chat about releasing music, the importance of supporting each other, and how to audition. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Being in Youngblood Hawke Safe touring Reading between the lines on auditions Playing in Bush Understanding the label side as an artist Always learning new skills Transitioning into management and business Recording drums last Jazz drumming influencing rock drummers Label services Playlisting Building long lasting friendships with other bands Knowing who you are as an artist Playing with Bishop Briggs Dealing with record labels Learn More About Nik Hughes... Website: http://www.nikhughesdrum.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhughesdrum/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nik.hughes.7/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVM3MNHWPL3Lf4qMFcdX9pw 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Nik Hughes Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	24 Mar 2021	Jerimaya Grabher: Being Proactive, Connecting the Dots, and Working with People You Believe In	00:56:26
Today’s guest is entrepreneur and creative music executive Jerimaya Grabher. Jerimaya is a co-founder of and principle manager at Global Positioning Services, a full service music management company that currently looks after some of the top engineers, mixers, and producers in the world. We have a great chat about the future of music deals, how to know if you need a manager, the importance of staying top of mind with your clients, and why you should act like the type of person you aspire to be. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Being proactive and staying top of mind Always looking for the next wave of talent Net receipts deals vs royalty point deals Blockchain and the future of music Do you need a manager? Performing Rights Organizations Chasing royalties The lopsided structure of the music business Learn More About Jerimaya Grabher and GPS Management... Website: https://globalpositioningservices.net Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gpsmanagement/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/gpsmgmt 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Jerimaya Grabher Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	31 Mar 2021	Travis Ference: Live Six Month Anniversary AMA Episode	01:28:55
This week's guest is our very own host Travis Ference. To celebrate six months of Progressions: Success in the Music Industry we invited our prior interviewee, Damian Taylor, to guest host a live Ask Me Anything episode. Damian asks listener submitted questions (as well as some of his own) to Travis in this reverse interview. The interview originally aired live on Damian's Twitch channel. We had a great time and covered everything from our host's backstory and career path to how the podcast came about and the mindset and habits he uses to help balance his time. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Traditional studio path vs DIY studio path Getting better everyday Learning from your setbacks Working at Capitol Studios Starting a podcast Quitting salaried engineering jobs Clearing your mind through exercise Getting over putting yourself out there Not fearing "No" Engineering pop vocal sessions Learn More About Travis Ference... Website: https://www.travisference.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tference/ Learn More About Damian Taylor... Website: https://www.damiantaylor.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hereisdamian/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/hereisdamian 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Travis Ference Host: Damian Taylor Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	03 Jan 2024	How Do You Define Success? \| Progressions Trailer	00:02:20
Progressions: Success in the Music Industry is your home base for career growth. I hope it will inspire you as much as it educates you. Check back every week for interviews featuring some of the most successful people in the industry and solo monologue episodes focusing on topics that will help you build the music career you've dreamed of. You’ll find the interviews to be focused and topical than past episodes. My aim is to bring you the most valuable and insightful conversations possible and the result has been many of my personal favorites. When I started the show three years ago I never knew the journey that it would take me on. I never thought it would change me as much as it has. I think it took two years just to learn how to be a host and then a year further to decide how I wanted the show to grow and change. Thank you to all of you that have been listening from the beginning. You’ve all made this possible. ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify
	20 Jul 2022	Record Labels, A&R, and Always Moving to What's Next \| with Tal Oz	01:07:57
Today’s guest is manager and independent record label owner Tal Oz. Tal began his career on the engineering side, working at Interscope, where he would eventually transition into A&R. He continued his A&R path at Mom+Pop Music before moving into producer, mixer, and artist management. Some of his current management clients include Doug Schadt, Evan Sutton, and Rob Cohen. He’s also recently co-founded a boutique independent label called Hundred Days. We have a great chat about switching from the recording studio to the record label, 100 hour work weeks, assisting Jimmy Iovine, and the importance of finding the the next thing that excites you. In this episode we'll dig in on... Working in a hotbed of amazing major label artists The recording studio is a service business Seeing the writing on the wall of the future of engineering Switching into the label side and working as Jimmy Iovine's Assistant Linn Drum Samples Understanding record deals, what you get and what you give up Management for producers and engineers Learning to read the data Finding a unique element to define a sound Scaling as an independent artist Creating a brand as an engineer or mixer... it's about value Leaving college to attend Musician's Institute Engineering for Ron Fair Stephen Pressfield "The Art of War" Tiago Forte "Building a Second Brain" The Defiant Ones documentary Travis' Intro: Planning for Creativity Learn More About Tal Oz... Website: https://talozz.me/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talozz/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/talozz 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify:...
	27 Jan 2021	Will Hatton: Lo-Fi, YouTube, and Being Consistent	01:05:32
Today’s guest is London based producer, composer, session musician, and sound designer Will Hatton. Will’s main focus is producing and releasing music under the moniker Hush Child, but he’s got an array of other things on his plate as well. He composes for and works with various creative agencies, streams life lo-fi performances, and curates an educational YouTube series called “Inspired By...”. We have a great conversation about staying focused, scheduling your time, reflecting on your results, and stepping up to the plate for your endeavors. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Reflecting on your process Fiercely defending and managing your time The dangers of taking feedback too literally Keeping yourself accountable YouTube and the future of learning The path of the modern musician Going against the dated structure of education Staying ahead of social media trends Being a session musician from a young age From metal to hip hop Multiple streams of income and managing finances Always learning Structuring your day and scheduling Running a studio in Brick Lane Learn More About Will Hatton... "Inspired By... " YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/willhatton Instagram - https://instagram.com/thewillhatton Website - www.willhattonmusic.com Listen to Hush Child on Spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Will Hatton Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	27 Dec 2023	[TOP OF 2023] Creating a Frictionless Mixing Experience \| with Matt Huber	01:13:42
BEST OF 2023 REISSUE EDITION... 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 mix The importance of being in the artist's corner Using tech to over-delivery The simplicity of a great mix Being a solution to people's problems Valuing every mix like it's the biggest mix you've ever done Dolby Atmos and binaural translation Using Soundflow to increase workflow speeds Phasers on the mix buss Going against your natural inclination 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 Time and Our Perception of It 🎶 Matt's Listening Recommendation 🎶 Mooney - Listen on Spotify 🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣 Soundflow Elgato Streamdeck "Atomic Habits" by James Clear Sam Moses Mastering Billy Decker - Progressions Ep. 059 Aberrant DSP - Progressions Ep. 038 👉 Learn More About Matt Huber 👈 Website: https://matthuber.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattjhuber/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website:
	21 Nov 2022	Organic Production, Making Records Fun, and Not Saying "Client" \| with Tim O'Sullivan	01:18:55
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 studio How to wire a studio to encourage creativity Managing Barefoot Recording Picking a studio that fits the project The importance of a great headphone mix Not being too transactional with clients Frankenstein Guitars Working for Undertone Audio in assembly and fabrication How to get repeat work Mentioned in the Episode: Aviom Headphone System Audio Engineering Society Undertone Audio Nash Guitars Tim's Listening Recommendations: CASIOPEA Rayland Baxter "If I Were a Butterfly" Travis' Intro: Season 2 Thanks & Wrap Up Learn More About Tim O'Sullivan... Website: https://osullivanaudio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timosullivanmusic/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple:...
	14 Jul 2021	Cyrus Reynolds: Compositional Improvisation, Classical Music, and the Importance of Goal Flexibility	01:11:06
This week's guest is composer, recording artist, and sound designer Cyrus Reynolds. A classically trained musician from London's Royal Academy of Music, Cyrus has had success not only with his own music, but also in the world of trailer music. He has collaborated with artists such as Bon Iver’s S. Carey and Novo Amor and contributed sound design to artists likes Kanye West and Change the Rapper. He's also done work with Output, helping design instruments for them such as Exhale and Arcade. We have a great chat about his unique blend of cinematic orchestra with modern songwriting, how recording techniques influence creativity, and why following your passion or interests will always lead you to the most fulfilling version of your career. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Goal flexibility Coming from a classical music background Experimenting and trying to move the needle Funding your own orchestra recording Finishing parts on the plane on the way to Abbey Road Using AI and randomization parameters to recreate human tendencies Creating plug-ins for Output Collaborating with other artists Writing trailer music Tuning systems and tuning relative to the music Learn More About Cyrus Reynolds... Website: https://www.cyrusreynoldsmusic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_reynolds/ Listen on Spotify Here! 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Cyrus Reynolds Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Audio Restoration: Dan Viafore Theme Music: inter.ference
	02 May 2024	Is Mastering Dead? A Pro Mixer’s Opinion	00:10:03
Travis discusses how the democratization of technology and an oversimplified view of the mastering process is threatening to ruin it all together. In this episode you'll learn, How Technology is Rapidly Changing Mastering A Quick History of Mastering What the True Value of Mastering Is Should You Be Paying for Mastering ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	21 Apr 2021	Ian Sefchick: Cutting Vinyl, Shaping Sound, and the Magic Death Eye	00:51:53
This week's guest is Grammy nominated mastering engineer and audio equipment designer Ian Sefchick. Ian builds one of the most sought after boutique tube compressors in the audio industry under the unusual company name Magic Death Eye. He has also become a go to vinyl cutting engineer for some of the top producers in the world. We chat about the various hats he's worn in the music industry, the value of having multiple skillsets, and how understanding electronics can empower creativity in the studio. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Critical listening Mastering for vinyl Organically building a brand Diversifying your skills and income Building your own gear Hard work puts you in a position to experience "luck" Learning electronics Learn More About Ian Sefchick... Website: http://www.magicdeatheye.com/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/magicdeatheye Magic Death Eye Plug In: https://ddmf.eu/magicdeatheyestereo/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Room Measurement Mic: Here Room EQ Software: Here Credits: Guest: Ian Sefchick Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	15 Aug 2024	Nick Broste - Get Work and Stay Relevant as a Recording Engineer in 2024	01:08:09
Nick Broste is Chicago based audio engineer and musician who specializes in recording bands in ensembles in both studio and live settings. The spirit of removing the obstacles of artistic expression for artists is the driving force for Nick’s approach to recording and always puts the music first. In this episode, you'll learn about: How the Role of the Engineer Changes When There is No Producer The Best Way to Record a Vocalist that is Playing Acoustic Guitar Microphone Polar Patterns and How They Shape the Sound of Bleed Tips for Recording Brass and Woodwinds The Importance of Talking About Budgets Bringing Value Outside Your Technical Skills When Songwriting Credit Should Be Given to Session Musicians Connect with Nick 🌐 Website: https://www.nickbroste.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbroste/ ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Nick Broste Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	18 Sep 2024	Brendan Dekora - Finding the Right Studio Clients and Building a Freelance Mixing Career	00:46:42
Brendan Dekora is an engineer and mixer with credits with artists such as Trent Reznor, Foo Fighters, Steven Wilson, and Muse. In this episode, you'll learn about: What You Need to Know as a Freelance Engineer to Align with your Clients Why “Vibe” is More Important than Skills How Authentic Content can be One of Your Best Tools Tips for Remote Mixing and Collaboration How to Navigate Moving into the Co-Production Role Drum Tuning and How to Get Great Drum Sounds How Being in a Major Music City Can Shape Your Career Connect with 🌐 Website: https://www.brendandekora.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendandekora/ ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Brendan Dekora Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	26 Jul 2023	Mastering Workflows \| with Nicholas DiLorenzo	00:55:39
Today’s guest Melbourne, Australia based mastering engineer, entrepreneur, YouTube creator, and general all round mad scientist Nicholas Di Lorenzo. This his second time on the show, he was last on the show back in episode 64, if you want to learn more about Nick check that one out. We have a great chat about where AI tools can come in to your audio workflow, when to use clippers vs when to use limiters, work life balance and how that fuels being present in every part of your life, and why Nick goes so deep in this YouTube videos. 🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒 Training your ear How making YouTube videos taught him the tech behind mastering tools How FabFilter Pro-L 2 attack actually works Clipping vs Limiting Finding work-life balance Where AI tools fit audio workflows The importance of carving out time to practice and learn Ozone Master Assist... good or bad? How to know if you got a great master back from an engineer Scaling a YouTube channel as an independent business 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 What Are You Capable Of? 🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣 "The Audio Expert" by Ethan Winer 👉 Learn More About Nicholas DiLorenzo... 👈 Website: https://www.panoramamastering.com.au/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PanoramamasteringAustralia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/panorama_mastering/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Nicholas DiLorenzo Host: Travis...
	31 Jan 2024	Spotify Royalty Outrage: What it ACTUALLY Tell Us About the Music Industry	00:10:15
This week we talk about how Spotify's royalty changes will affect artists in 2024 and what the resulting outrage says about the false narrative much of the industry is living. In this episode, you'll learn about: Spotify's Royalty Changes Monetization Requirements The Dangers of Focusing on Public Facing Metrics What to Do about the Royalty Changes Why the Story You Believe About Yourself May Be Holding You Back ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	06 Jul 2022	Mixing Pop Vocals, Being a Problem Solver, and the Value of Unlearning \| with Pedro Calloni	01:07:18
Today’s guest is mixing and recording engineer Pedro Calloni. Pedro has recently done mixes for artists such as Gayle, LANY, Sasha Alex Sloan, Chappell Roan, and Joy Oladokun. As well as worked with some of the top music producers in the industry right now such as Dan Nigro and Finneas. We have a great chat about his quick progression from studio runner to label mixer, learning to read a room, the inefficiencies of the record industry, and why it’s more important to aid someone in their musical journey than it is to tell them how it should be done. Travis' Intro: Navigating Social Media In this episode we'll dig in on... How "being a fly on the wall" can go too far How going on tour to play drums led to getting a mixing break Identifying what is happening and what needs to happen in order to take something up a notch The importance of reading a room Working at The Village in Los Angeles The various states that a song might be in when it comes to mix The Mixer's career path vs the Producer's career path Attending Berklee College of Music How management brings legitimacy to a mixer Mixing songs that blew up on TikTok and had to be done immediately Knowing when it's the time to learn new tools and when it's not Not being starstruck Working fast to follow your instinct Learn More About Pedro Calloni... Website: https://www.pedrocalloni.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedrocalloni/ Listen to his work HERE 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Pedro Calloni Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	21 Nov 2024	Mat Leffler-Schulman - What Makes a Mix Great: Insights from a Mastering Engineer	00:51:45
Mat Leffler-Schulman is a mastering engineer who's worked with artists such as Jon Batiste, Blondie, Mary J Blige, Beach House, and many more. In this episode, you'll learn about: The Value of Working with a Human Mastering Engineer The Ethics of Using Stem Splitting to Alter a Mix in Mastering The Various Roles AI Could Play for Music Production Pros How to Address "Width" in a Master The Business Side of a Mastering Studio An Analog One Stop Shop Mastering Unit How to Setup a Project for Success with Communication Staking Multiple Limiters for Louder, Cleaner Masters Learning to Work with Synesthesia Enjoyed this Episode? Dig deeper on mastering with my interview with Sam Fischmann Connect with 🌐 Website: https://matlefflerschulman.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matlefflerschulman/ ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	17 Aug 2022	Blockchain Music Investment, Ending Artistic Poverty, and the Power of Practice \| with Mark Miller of Labelcoin.io	00:52:21
Today’s guest is musician and music business entrepreneur Mark Miller. Mark is the co-founder and CEO of Labelcoin, a revolutionary Web 3.0 based song exchange that allows fans to invest in the next big song. Mark and his team are working to usher in a new era for the music industry in which artists’ future revenues are brought forward to the present day with the ultimate goal of stamping out artistic poverty. Prior to his work with Labelcoin, Mark spent a decade as a touring recording artist before starting several businesses designed to help artists build their careers, including a national booking agency and a video and photography production company. We have a great chat about creating a blockchain based music investment platform, the importance of marketing for musicians, the difference between an amateur and a professional, and what one of the biggest things holding artists back is. In this episode we'll dig in on... Utilizing blockchain technology to support musicians Humility is always the best way forward Making $120k a year playing college shows and touring Why most musicians and artists give up How to value a catalog's future earnings How blockchain backed song shares could replace producer and mixer points The importance of welcoming people into your creative process The difference between an amateur and a professional A fan's money should go to the artists that they listen to Branding and marketing for independent artists Practicing your stage banter Not living and dying by the numbers "Free to Focus" by Michael Hyatt (here) Travis' Intro: Excuses, Procrastination, and Avoidance Learn More About Mark Miller and Labelcoin... Website: https://labelcoin.io/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labelcoin/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicallymark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-miller-563bb512/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website:
	23 Jun 2021	Aberrant DSP: Deviating from the Norm, Coding, and Creating Sketch Cassette	00:49:44
This week we're joined by Ben Schmitz and Daniel Fine. Who, along with Ben's cat Jon, make up the audio plug-in company Aberrant DSP. Aberrant's flagship product, Sketch Cassette, has been embraced by producers and mixers around the world. What started as senior project at the University of Rochester has since spiraled to a full time job only a year or so later. We have a great chat about setting project goals, designing unique and exciting plug-ins, and learning to structure and run a small business. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Departing from the accepted standard How a senior project became a full time job Designing an eye catching user interface Studying electrical engineering Self-motivating as a self-employed person Learning new skills on the fly Lo-Fi and cassettes Finding inspiration outside music Creating a mission statement for yourself Judging what task to take on by judging your energy level Atomic Habits Learn More About Aberrant DSP... Website: https://aberrantdsp.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aberrantdsp/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify "Atomic Habits" by James Clear: Here Credits: Guest: Aberrant DSP (Ben Schmitz and Daniel Fine) Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	11 Nov 2020	Wayne G Miller: Clarity in Choice, Scarcity Mindset, and Why the Song Always Wins	01:07:22
This week's guest is producer, bassist, musical director and songwriter Wayne G Miller. Wayne has performed with or acted as musical director for a range of artists including Mike Posner, Christina Perri, AlunaGeorge, and Snakehips. He now produces and writes for various artists, both major label and independent, and mentors up and coming artists. We had a great conversation about touring, transitioning from the road to producing in the studio, battling the scarcity mindset, the importance of working on music you love, and having clarity on why you take a gig. In this episode, we'll dig in on... A great song supersedes everything Underestimating the relational factor of getting a gig Quoting jobs Battling the scarcity mindset Transitioning from MD to producer Playing late night shows as rite of passage Starting out in Portland and moving to LA Travis' Intro: Abundance Mindset Learn More About Wayne G Miller... Website: https://waynegmiller.com/ Instagram: instagram.com/waynegmiller Playlist of his work: Here Visit LA Songwriters Collective here 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Wayne G Miller Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	30 May 2024	18 Years of Music Career Advice in 18 Minutes	00:19:22
From making coffee and sweeping floors to credits with Taylor Swift, Imagine Dragons, and Ariana Grande... Travis breaks down the mindsets that have helped his career so far. In this episode, you'll learn about: The Engineering Philosophies that Get You Hired How to ACTUALLY Network The Importance of Business Avoiding Perfectionism Defining Success What He Wishes He Knew Before Starting in Studios ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	30 Aug 2023	Music School Survival Guide: 5 Tips for a Successful Journey	00:04:59
Want to get the most out of your music school experience? Set yourself up for success this fall (and for the rest of your career) with these five tips. This episode was originally post on the Progressions YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe for the latest there! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	22 Sep 2021	David Cook: Jazz Piano, Pop World Tours, and Never Leaving Any Musical Doubt	01:09:50
This week's guest is pianist, composer, producer, and musical director David Cook. David is an accomplished jazz pianist, having released two albums and represented the United States internationally through Jazz at Lincoln Center and the US State Department. He's also an adjunct professor for the John J. Cali School of Music at Montclair State University. The majority of his time is spent as a musical director and touring musician working with artists including Taylor Swift, Thomas Rhett, Maren Morris, Lizz Wright, Joshua Bassett, Shoshana Bean, and NSYNC. We chat about ego vs confidence, his jazz roots, and preparing for world tours. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Finding your musical family Chops vs restraint Big budget world tours Respecting the artist Music "no nos" Self-promotion for musicians, then and now Accompanying vocalists Learning from every gig Not leaving any doubt musically Building synth patches Studying with your heros Jam sessions and meeting musicians Putting together a band Translating a record to a live show Learn More About David Cook... Website: https://davidcookmusic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidcook88/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidcookmusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidcookmusic 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: David Cook Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	05 Apr 2023	Finding Inspiration and Breaking Patterns \| with Composer Roger Neill	00:56:09
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 television How to write music for video games Fostering your relationship with music Developing the sound and tone of a score Discovering inspiration by breaking patterns Network 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 hall Taking advantage of the resources around you while you’re in school Starting out working for Mike Post Producing on screen visuals as well as composing for "Mozart in the Jungle" How video game scores are delivered Using Synths to match the era of a film Never being complacent Outworking people that are technically more talented 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 Action is the Foundation 🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶 Altın Gün - Listen Here 🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣 Mike Post Capitol Studios East West Studios 👉 Learn More About Roger Neill... 👈 Website: http://rogerneill.com/ "Lisztomania" Arrangement from "Mozart in the Jungle" - Listen 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok:
	10 Jan 2024	Creating a Sonic Identity: Tony Hoffer's Approach to Production	00:48:16
Tony Hoffer is a 7 time Grammy nominated record producer and mixing engineer. Tony’s work includes The Kooks’ “Naive”, M83’s “Midnight City”, Beck’s “Midnight Vultures”, Fitz & the Tantrum’s “More the Just a Dream”, and Phoenix “Alphabetical.” In this episode, you'll learn about: Making Beck “Midnight Vultures” and how it changed Tony’s career Tony’s approach to working with bands in the studio How Tony crafts a unique sonic identity for every project Why vocals get recorded early in the process Adding “grit” during the recording and mixing process Balancing the artist’s vision with label expectations (or not) The challenge of setting out to make something new Setting daily targets to maintain momentum in the studio Using guitar pedals to add character to anything Reaching out to Artists Connect with Tony 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyhoffermusic/ ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Tony Hoffer Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	19 Apr 2022	Blockchain, NFTs, and Web 3.0 for Musicians with Noël Jackson	01:24:17
In this is a special bonus episode, I sit down with Noël Jackson to discuss the world of blockchain, NFTs, Web 3.0 and the potential impact these things could have on music and the arts. Noël is an artist, music producer, and mastering engineer, as well as a computer engineer, UX designer, and hacker. We chat through the basics of what blockchain, smart contracts and cryptocurrencies are and then work into the implications they could have on music royalties, ownership, and how transparency leads to the sustainability of the arts. In this episode we'll dig in on... Decentralization How blockchain can reinvent the record store Mining Bitcoin with volcanos Smart contracts implications in music and art The importance of understanding the technology you are using Digital assets The need for transparency in the music industry Proof of Work vs Proof of Stake Data tracking purposes vs Monetary Purposes Learn More About ... Website: https://noeljackson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noelndj/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/noel Product Strategy Firm: https://necessary.vision/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Noël Jackson Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	24 Feb 2021	Jesse String: Good Vibes, Never Cracking, and Turning Pro	01:05:38
This week’s guest is veteran recording engineer, mixer, and golf enthusiast Jesse String. Jesse began his recording career at the legendary Henson studios, and eventually went freelance where he would stack up credits with artists such as The Jonas Brothers, Leonard Cohen, The Band Perry, Ziggy Marley, and Prince. We have a great chat about the freelance rollercoaster, never cracking under pressure, skipping assistant engineer, and the power of trying to be better everyday. In this episode, we'll dig in on... The importance of the hang Getting thrown in the deep end What makes great producers great Working with Prince Golf and your career Approaching a session from the perspective of the musician Being a beacon of good vibes Sleeping in studios Learn More About Jesse String... Website: https://www.jessestring.com/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify "The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield - Here Credits: Guest: Jesse String Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	09 Nov 2022	Composing for the Budget, Film Score Session Singing, and a Musical Marriage \| with Christopher and Elyse Willis	01:37:19
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 vocalist The overworking and micromanaging mentality of the music industry Breaking into composition and film scoring in 2023 Musicology Conquering the blank page Learning to write for the budget The importance of being dependable Working at Hans Zimmer's Remote Control facility Singing in the LA Master Chorale Working on projects for streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ Growing up obsessed with Classical music The rules of union recording sessions Package & All-In Deals Sight reading Composing music for a Disney Parks ride Composition opportunities for video games Mentioned 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 Permission Learn More About Christopher & Elyse... Chris' Website: www.christopherwilliscomposer.com Elyse's Website: www.elysewillis.com Chris' Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrchriswillis Elyse's Twitter: https://twitter.com/elysemwillis 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram:
	03 Feb 2021	Maurizio Borgna: Translating Emotion, Checking Your Ego, and Moving Faders	00:51:01
Today’s guest is Grammy and Oscar nominated mixer Maurizio Borgna. Based out of Italy, Maurizio has been working throughout Europe as an engineer, mixer, producer, and label manager since 2003. His credits include tv, film, and music projects such as the oscar nominated film Sicario, the Amazon TV Series Transparent, and artists such as Sebastian Plano and Agnes Obel. He’s also a long time guitar player, modular synth addict, and cooking enthusiast. We have a great chat about pushing out of your comfort zone, translating emotion, and keeping your ego in check. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Translating emotion through the speakers Music consumption needs an evolution From Post-Hardcore to Film Scores Recognizing when you need a refresh to grow Bandcamp, musical niches, and building fans Studying the rough mix Internet networking The delicateness of creativity The dangers of passive playlist listen for artists Hubbing out of a Berlin studio complex Dynamics create music Learn More About Maurizio Borgna... Website - https://www.maurizioborgna.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/maurizioborgna/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mbmixengineer Bandcamp - https://trstrecords.bandcamp.com/ Listen to a Playlist of his work Here 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Maurizio Borgna Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	26 Oct 2022	Keeping Your Publishing, Great Song Titles, and How to Grab the Attention of Record Labels \| with Jason Davis	00:58:11
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 heard Serving others before yourself Writing hundreds of songs until you get one that feels "right" Learning when to sign up for PROs When to keep and when to give up your publishing Getting the attention of record labels The power of a unique lyric or title Planting the seeds of confidence during artist development Getting excited to work with label executives and moving into artist management The importance of having a trusted team as an independent artist Mentioned in the Show: "This is What it Sounds Like" by Dr. Susan Rogers Episode 58 with Dr. Susan Rogers - Listen Here Travis' Intro: Intentions vs Expectations Learn More About Jason Davis... Twitter: https://twitter.com/oneone7jason 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Jason Davis Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	18 Aug 2021	Shelby Kennedy: Move to the Void, PROs, and Using the Full Toolbox	01:07:51
This week's guest is music executive and songwriter Shelby Kennedy. Shelby is the President of North American operations for amazing, which is the parent company for Amazing Radio, Amazing Songs, and now CMJ. Prior to that he has held various positions throughout the industry including Director of A&R for Disney's Lyric Street Records, Artist and Partner relations for Tunecore, as well as executive roles at both ASCAP and BMI. Along with all that, early in his career Shelby had success as a songwriter with his songs being cut by artists like Ray Charles and Reba McEntire. We have a great chat about being independent artists, being unique, and using every tool you've been given. In this episode, we'll dig in on... The global marketplace of music Amazing Radio and Amazing Songs Turning limitations into opportunities The many hats an independent artist wears Filling the void Being a song plugger The complexities of publishing and songwriting Signing Rascal Flatts The best music is always next Music release strategies PROs Learn More About Shelby Kennedy and Amazing Radio... Website: https://amazingradio.us/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amazingradio/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Shelby Kennedy Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	11 Aug 2021	Gab Strum: Empower the Artist, Being DIY, and Japanese Wallpaper	01:18:51
This week's guest is producer, songwriter, and recording artist Gab Strum. Gab releases music under the moniker Japanese Wallpaper, as well as writes and produces for other artists. Based out of Melbourne, Australia, he's found success on Triple J radio with several of his tracks as well as some of his productions. Including "Forces" featuring Airling and "In Motion" by Allday. His latest album "Glow" came out at the end of 2019 and has been followed up by a slew of new singles over the last year. We have a great chat about the artist's perspective of a mix, touring, and defining success in a way that fits your path. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Getting back the first mix The Suzuki Method and ear training Dealing with imposter syndrome Triple J radio Supporting an artist's vision, instead of telling them what their vision should be Defining success in way that fits your path Record labels and avoiding making decisions via committee The Australian music scene vs American music scene The duality of a musically and technically great mix Building relationships on the touring circuit Handling your own playback during tour Protecting your hearing The importance of a great monitor and FOH team. Learn More About Gab Strum and Japanese Wallpaper... Website: https://gabstrum.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabstrum/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/japanesewallpaper/ Listen to Japanese Wallpaper here. 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Gab Strum (Japanese Wallpaper) Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	04 Sep 2024	Sam Fischmann - The TRUTH About Mastering in Modern Music Production (AKA: It's OK To Master Your Own Music)	00:56:37
Sam Fischmann is a cofounder of the audio plugin company Musik Hack. As a software developer and musician he is passionate about demystifying the mastering process and making it accessible to everybody by creating tools that enable musicians to focus more on the creative and less on the technical. In this episode, you'll learn about: The Truth Behind Loudness Standards Where the -14LUFS Target Came From Developing and Trusting Your Own Taste How Machine Learning Can Help Us Build Better Audio Tools The Ethics of AI Audio Tools Growth through mistakes Separating Creative Instincts from Technical Instincts Owning the Role That You Are Best at, Even If It’s Not The One You Want Connect with Sam: 🌐 Website: https://www.musikhack.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musikhack_ 🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@musikhackllc ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Sam Fischmann Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	09 Jun 2021	DAVIS: Being Left of Center, Writing Hooks, and Staying Fulfilled	01:08:49
Today's guest is songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist and recording artist, DAVIS. DAVIS combines classic songwriting sensibility with uncategorizable and unabashedly unique musical choices. His music has been placed on various TV shows for networks such as CBS and MTV, featured in video games, used in advertising, racked up millions of streams worldwide. We have a great chat about the Hollywood grind, passing on opportunities, and staying true to your artistic vision. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Finding your musical niche Creating a visual identity for your music Organic YouTube fan growth Consistently releasing music Carefully choosing who you want to work with Playing Stevie Wonder's birthday Publishing deals from the independent artist perspective How limitation can inform artistry Never signing the first deal Learn More About DAVIS... Instagram: www.instagram.com/unofficialdavis Watch on YouTube Here Listen on Spotify Here 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: DAVIS Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	28 Feb 2024	Streamline Your Mixing: A Guided Workflow Audit	00:14:33
In this episode,Travis Ference, a Grammy nominated recording engineer, examines his own mixing process through a detailed workflow audit. Follow along and analyze your own process in what is meant to be an interactive guide to optimize music production and mixing workflows for audio professionals. In this episode, you'll learn about: Travis' System from Initial Client Contact to Final Mix Delivery How to Analyze and Improve your Workflow Automations to Speed Up Workflow How Travis Plans to Improve His System ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	02 Feb 2022	Billy Decker: The Power of Specializing and How to Mix Fast Using Templates	00:56:12
This week’s guest is Nashville based mixing engineer Billy Decker. Billy is most known for mixing a lot of hits, and mixing them fast. His credits include 16 Billboard #1's and artists such as Sam Hunt, Chris Young, Rodney Atkins, and Cassadee Pope. In the studio he works very quickly, finishing mixes in about an hour. He’s written a book about his process called "Template Mixing and Mastering" and has also done a course for Pro Mix Academy on the same topic. We chat about the “how” and “why” of working fast, the importance of superior customer service, and the advantages of specializing. In this episode, we'll dig in on... The "Why" for working fast Mixing with Templates How specializing can work in your favor Understanding your pricing and your hourly Being a signed songwriter and then becoming an engineer Choosing a "great hang" or superior customer service over raw engineering ability Nashville songwriting demo studios Producers now vs producer 20 years ago Delivering quality from home studios Using drum samples Work-Life Balance The importance of having interests outside the studio Taking the time to save templates for everything you do Learn More About Billy Decker... Check out his book "Template Mixing and Mastering" HERE Check out the Pro Mix Academy course HERE Website: http://www.billydecker.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deckerboards/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billy.decker.353 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify:...
	23 May 2024	Will Atmos Replace Stereo?! A Conversation with Atmos Music Pioneer Steve Genewick	01:23:08
Steve Genewick is a recording engineer and mixer with over 30 years of experience working in some of the biggest studios in the world. In addition to being one of the top call engineers for big band, jazz, and orchestra sessions, Steve was also one of the first music mixers to work in Dolby Atmos. Many of the techniques he pioneered have shaped the people mix in the format today. In this episode, you'll learn about: How Atmos Could Replace Stereo How To Mix Stereo and Atmos at the Same Time Why the Binaural Atmos Mix is a Moving Target Fill the Atmos Sound Stage Without Adding Reverb The Lost Art of Riding a Vocal to Tape Big Bang or Jazz Recording The Importance of Preparation for Large Ensemble Sessions Working at Capitol Studios The Biggest Mistakes New Atmos Mixers Make Always Supporting the Music, Whether it’s Stereo or Atmos Connect with Steve: 🌐 Website: https://stevegenewick.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steve_genewick/ 🎧 Atmos Mix Playlist: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/steve-genewick-atmos-mixes/pl.u-76oNkrMF1JKbp ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	29 Sep 2021	Five Things a Mix Engineer Learned From One Year of Podcasting	00:23:12
A year and half ago I committed to starting a podcast and releasing a new episode every week for a full year. This week I talk about what I learned from that experience and I share the five biggest take aways that I think will most apply to helping you on your career journey. I also get into how Progressions will change as we enter into the second year of the show. 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	09 Aug 2023	Taking Chances with the Mix and Recording Remotely \| with Vago Galindo	00:59:38
Today’s guest is two time Grammy winning producer, engineer, and mixer Daniel “Vago” Galindo. Born in Mexico, but now based out of Los Angeles Vago has worked on a long list of amazing projects including artists such as Juanes and Elvis Costello, as well as TV and film projects such as La La Land, Beauty and The Beast, and Ni Tu Ni Yo. We have a great chat about finding mentorship in the music industry, what music engineers can learn from post production workflows, tips for recording remotely, and why we should work with people because of their musical taste and not their skills. 🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒 Growing up in Mexico playing drums Being too stubborn to not pursue music Moving to LA and starting out in a post-production studio Working for Sebastian Kris The importance of having trusted peers Professional voice over session flow Tips for recording remotely with musicians and artists Mis-quantizing loops to find inspiration Working with Juanes Working with people for their musical taste Taking chances when mixing 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 Progressions State of the Union 👉 Learn More About Vago Galindo... 👈 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vagogalindo/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	17 Nov 2021	Guy Massey: Immersive Audio, U67s, Working at Abbey Road, and The Beatles	01:07:54
This week's guest is London based producer, engineer, and mixer Guy Massey. Guy is a Grammy and Music Producer Guild award winner that came up through the legendary Abbey Road Studios. He’s worked on projects for artists such as Ed Sheeran, Kylie Minogue, Ajimal, Ray Davies, Spiritualized, and The Beatles. He's also been involved in movie soundtracks such as "Yesterday" and "Rocket Man" as well as various other projects. We have a chat about the future of immersive audio, the importance of making mistakes on your own time, and why if you want to get great at something you have to enjoy it. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Being inspired to be the best you can by the history of the studio you're working in Locking up multiple tape machines for film sessions Working on Beatles Remasters Defining success as having a quiet confidence Coming up through the legendary Abbey Road U67s on everything! Reamping things in studio to use as ambience for 5.1 Surround mixes Dolby Atmos and the future of immersive audio Everything is in service to the song Learning to make things sound as good as possible with a limited palette Casting your influences wide and listen to A LOT of music. Comparing vintage mics and picking the best parts. Going freelance to work on the opportunities you are passionate about Learn More About Guy Massey... Website: www.guymmassey.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yugyessam/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/guy_massey 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Guy Massey Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	03 Aug 2022	Small Ensemble Recording, Jingle Writing, and the Importance of Understanding Acoustics \| with Yuri Lysoivanov	01:09:35
Today’s guest is musician, composer, recording engineer, and educator Yuri Lysoivanov. Yuri is currently a product expert and marketing development specialist at Shure Microphones. Prior to that he was an instructor and the Chair of the Recording Arts Department at Flashpoint Chicago as well as a staff composer for an advertising agency. Along with all of that he actively records, specializing in acoustic ensembles both in studio and on location. We have a great conversation about weighing the cost of higher education in the arts, classical ensemble recording techniques, microphone polar patterns, and what it’s like to work for Shure Microphones. In this episode we'll dig in on... Working for Shure Starting out as a classically trained pianist The importance of talking to the musicians about their music Recording techniques for small ensemble recording Working in the advertising world as an in house composer The cost of higher education Music licensing vs custom jingles Being recruited to become an educator during the 2008 recession Convolution vs Algorithmic reverbs Microphone polar patterns and frequency response Embracing being a video creator The entrepreneurial nature of being a musician Travis' Intro: The Death of Expertise?!? Mentioned in the Episode: Shure MV7 Learn More About Yuri Lysoivanov... Website: https://www.yurimusic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yurimusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yurichicago/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Yuri Lysoivanov Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music:...
	22 Aug 2024	Why Big Credits Won't Change Your Life	00:07:33
Travis discusses the myths that people believe about big credits and how you should actually think of them. ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	08 Feb 2023	Keeping Yourself in the Music \| with Film & Television Composer Pat Irwin	00:56:06
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 Cage Playing in the B-52s The early days of MTV Reasons to use Digital Performer for scoring Hiring people that elevate you and make you better Scoring Dexter: New Blood The New York art seen in the 80s CBGB and Max's Kansas City Ambient Country Scoring cartoons while on the road 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 How the Arts Set You Up for Success in Life 🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶 Richika - Listen Chuck Johnson - Listen Clarice Jensen - Listen Mica Levi - Listen 🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣 Finale Music Notation Software Berhinger CAT 👉 Learn More About Pat Irwin 👈 Website: https://patirwinmusic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patirwinmusic/ SUSS: https://www.sussband.com/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok:
	05 Jan 2022	Carl Bahner: Outreach, Input vs Output, and Communicating the Care	01:22:30
This week’s guest is producer and mixer Carl Bahner. Carl has mastered the art of working remotely, having worked with artists in 16 countries. His credits include artists such as Transviolet, St Lucia, Joywave, and Hippo Campus. Prior to working full time behind the glass Carl toured all over North America and the UK playing drums for the band Cheerleader. In addition to all that, he coaches fellow engineers and producers on how to build client rosters full of music they are passionate about and hosts a music business podcast that promotes self-reflection and proactivity. We have a great chat about input vs output goals, narrowing your target audience, and the importance of making decision based on passion. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Work ethic and determination Asking yourself "Why is this important to me" before taking a gig The musician hustle: Gigs, sessions, lessons Building a studio Caring why you press a button, not what the button does Knowing when to use your music theory and when to not Positioning yourself for success Setting aside time for client outreach Learning to do remixes by passing time on the tour bus Remote assistants and delegation Earning and deserving word of mouth Learn More About Carl Bahner... Website: https://www.carlbahner.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlbahner/ Listen to Carl's "Thanks for Thinking" podcast HERE! 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Carl Bahner Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	28 Apr 2021	Trivers Myers Music: Improvising, Quick Response, and Creating Opportunity	01:10:56
Today we are joined by two guests. The songwriting, composition, and production duo of John Trivers and Elizabeth Myers. Operating as Trivers Myers Music for over three decades, they have created musical brand identities for clients such as Apple, American Express, Verizon, and United Airlines. The most notable of all their compositions is the CBS Evening News theme, which ran for 19 years. They've also produced performances for commercials with artists such as Sheryl Crow, Herbie Hancock, and Lang Lang. We have a great chat about creating your opportunities, why music must always be fun, and how advertising music has changed over the past 30 years. In this episode, we'll dig in on... The importance of making decisions Working with ad agencies Creating sonic brand identities Working with live musicians New York music scene in the 1970s Playing in Broadway for Grease Everybody has a client Improvising in music and in business Learn More About Trivers Myers Music... Website: https://www.triversmyersmusic.com/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: John Trivers & Elizabeth Myers Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	14 Apr 2021	Attom: Remixing Hits, Committing to Creativity, and Growing an Organic Fanbase	00:53:01
This week's guest is artist, producer, and remixer Kyle Stern, better known by his moniker Attom. Kyle has built a following in the electronic music realm with his blend of chill and house with a heavy pop music influence. In addition to his own project, he has also had success doing remixes for artists such as Charlie Puth, Bishop Briggs, and Kiiara. We have a great chat about how doing remix contests started his career, the importance of building real fans, and why consistently putting in work is the key to success. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Playing Bonnaroo as your first show Remixing major label hits How structure keeps you committed to creativity Getting organic Spotify growth without playlists How to break the ice of a empty project screen Learning how to producer around vocals by doing remix contests Remote collaboration Learn More About Attom... Website: https://attommusic.com Instagram: https://Instagram.com/attommusic Facebook: https://facebook.com/attommusic Twitter: https://facebook.com/attommusic Spotify Artist Page: Here 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Attom (Kyle Stern) Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	26 Apr 2023	How to Set the Right Goals and Transform Your Music Career in 2023	00:05:49
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 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	18 Jul 2024	3 Signs You NEED to Be Freelance	00:10:49
Travis discusses why he quit every staff engineering gig he had and how to know that you're ready to go freelance as a recording engineer, mixer, or producer. ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	13 Apr 2022	Nicholas Di Lorenzo: Loudness with Intention and Mastering the Client Experience	01:12:10
Today’s guest is mixing and mastering engineer Nicholas Di Lorenzo. Nicholas is the owner and operator of Panorama Mastering in Melbourne, Australia. Since opening the studio 6 years ago Panorama has been involved in over 3000 projects, including artists such as Tentendo, Ava King, and Dugong Jr. As well as labels and publishing companies like Universal Music Group and Sony ATV. We have a great chat about loudness target myths, how to build a client roster, the importance of mental health awareness in the music industry. In this episode we'll dig in on... Mastering in Pro Tools Non-Traditional studio models The future of file delivery Building a team that facilitates a great experience for clients How to build a new client roster 3 am gym sessions Frictionless content creation Client feedback The Melbourne studio scene Logic vs Pro Tools for editing and mixing Recognizing the reality of the music industry Social media as a creative outlet Learn More About ... Website: https://www.panoramamastering.com.au/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PanoramamasteringAustralia/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/panorama_mastering/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@panorama_mastering 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Nicholas Di Lorenzo Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	03 May 2023	Creating Space for Artistry \| with Producer John Velasquez	00:53:48
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 comes The importance of being a great hang in the studio Staying authentic as an artist Advice for signing a record deal Learning how to collaborate Create like a child, edit like a scientist, detach like a warrior Finding your tribe Playing in Max and the Moon Signing to management Remote songwriting Keeping your ego out of the room Understanding how many projects you can take on Applying business knowledge to your music career 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 The Truth About Networking 🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶 Lili Joy - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2JJZDaBBu8qHCKxSXFwMI4?si=arkFXd1ATGGZydCnbYpIgQ Twain - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2tMcnRGaCtfz1ZyTBgHjmW?si=OF_IS30YTImeY-rKZ04MuQ Jackie Marchal - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0impl8NVq1NoLQssU18V1P?si=Cjc2Uj8yQqSs5uyNie53JQ Polo & 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 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram:
	01 Dec 2021	Manon Grandjean: Mastering Your Own Mixes and Recording Like There's No Demo	01:09:22
This week's guest is London based mixer and mastering engineer Manon Grandjean. Manon has spent much of her time lately working with UK chart topping grime and hiphop artists such as Stormzy, Dave, Fredo, and AJ Tracey. Some of her other credits include London Grammar, Craig David, Birdy, and Nao. In 2017 she was named "Breakthrough Engineer of the Year" by the Music Producers Guild and then followed that with "Recording Engineer of the Year" in 2018. We chat about freelancing in London, realizing the power of templates, and how career perfectionism is different from project perfectionism. In this episode, we'll dig in on... How smaller budgets change the way young engineers learn to record Mastering your own mixes Career spanning perfectionism vs project based perfectionism Freelance engineering and assisting at multiple studios to pay the bills Picking a good manager that is on the same page as you Realizing the power of having a recording template Being classically trained on guitar and harp growing up Growing up interested in science and discovering recording as the combination of music and science The importance of having a setup that is ready to go at all times Winning Breakthrough Engineer of the Year Transitioning from engineering to mixing Always pushing yourself and learning Learn More About Manon Grandjean... Website: https://www.manongrandjean.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandjeanmanon/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Manon Grandjean Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	27 Jun 2024	Harper James - Is the “How” of Production Killing the “Why”?	01:34:45
In this episode, you'll learn about: Is Our Musical Taste Nature or Nurture Practicing Minimalism in Process How to Discover Your Sonic Preferences Is Our Musical Tastes Nature or Nurture How to Discover Your Sonic Preferences Why A-B Tests are a Sales Psy-Op How We Are Too Concerned with the Process of Making Records vs The Outcome How to Find Your Sound in the World of Internet Opinions What’s Worth Worrying About Connect with Harper James: 🌐 Website: https://www.harperjamesmusic.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harperjamesx 🎵TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@harperjamesx 🔗 Links: https://linktr.ee/harperjames ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Harper James Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	03 Apr 2024	Beating Burnout: How I Saved My Music Career	00:06:01
Everybody in the music industry expects to overwork and burnout at some point, but what if you didn't have to? What if you could avoid burnout altogether? It took getting to the point of hating every session I did to realize that we've been lied to about where burnout comes from. In this episode, you'll learn about: What Led Travis to Burnout How We Should ACTUALLY Be Thinking About Burnout What to Do When It Happens ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	05 Jan 2023	Welcome to 2023!	00:03:31
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 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	08 Jun 2022	Andrew Maury: Mixing on Instinct, Feeling the Low End, and Playing the Long Game	01:07:26
Today’s guest is music producer and mixing engineer Andrew Maury. Andrew started his career running front of house for Ra Ra Riot before moving full time into the studio. Since then he’s done mixes for artists such as Shawn Mendes, Lizzo, Post Malone, Jeremy Zucker, Coin, and Madi Diaz. As well as production work with Kimbra, Lewis Del Mar, and CRUISR. We have a great chat about how live sound can influence making records, feeling the low end when you mix, how learning can make you worse before it makes you better, and why you should view your career as the long game. In this episode we'll dig in on... The importance of collaborating with people you resonate with Co-Producing and mixing Shawn Mendes "There's Nothing Holdin' Me Back" Latency when mixing with controllers and plug-ins Remote mixing and working with notes Attending Mix with the Masters and studying with Michael Brauer How the beginner's mind lets you work on instinct Working with a manager Feeling the how the low end of a mix hits you Live Sound vs Studio Sound Navigating additional production from the mixer's chair Mixing your own productions ASC Tube Traps Attack Wall Soundflow (Affiliate Link) Learn More About Andrew Maury... Website: http://andrewmaury.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aemaury/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Andrew Maury Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	15 Sep 2021	Evren Göknar: Communicating Clearly, Personal Advocacy, and Major Label Mastering	01:06:28
Today's guest is Grammy winning mastering engineer Evren Göknar. Evren spent 25 years on staff at Capitol Mastering in Hollywood and now works independently from his own studio, Evren Göknar Mastering. His credits include artists like, KISS, Smashing Pumpkins, Mariah Carey, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Beastie Boys, and NBC's The Voice. He's also recently written a book called "Major Label Mastering" which has been released on Routledge. We chat about working for a major label, writing a book and the importance of listening musically. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Working on classic Capitol releases Writing a book and finding a publisher Finding your niche Playing in bands around Hollywood Client communication Going a different path from your college peers The importance of understanding music Mastering studio wiring and setup Having control of your schedule Sorting out your business Working a the desk to get into a recording studio Knowing people Learn More About Evren Göknar... Get "Major Label Mastering" HERE! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evrengoknar/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evren.goknar/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/evrengoknar 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Evren Göknar Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	02 Jun 2021	Steve Genewick: Capitol Studios, Being Prepared, and Mixing Music for Dolby Atmos	00:51:27
This week's guest is Grammy nominated recording engineer and mixer Steve Genewick. Steve has been a staff engineer at the world renowned Capitol Studios since 1994. His credits included names like Paul McCartney, Diana Krall, Beck, Niall Horan, LeAnn Rimes and Elvis Costello just to name a few. Steve is also on the forefront of mixing music for the Dolby Atmos format, being one of the first studio engineers to do so. We have a great chat about being prepared for every session, pushing the limits of what's possible, and the importance of finding a studio community to be a part of. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Working at Capitol Studios Mixing music for Dolby Atmos Always saying "Yes" Working with Al Schmitt Switching from analog tape to Pro Tools Finding a studio community to learn from Recording big bands and orchestras Learn the basics first Post-Pandemic recording Being prepared for sessions Remote recording an orchestra at Abbey Road Learn More About Steve Genewick and Capitol Studios... Website: http://stevegenewick.com/ Capitol Studios: https://www.capitolstudios.com/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Steve Genewick Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	27 Mar 2024	Matt Rifino - 4000 Songs and Counting: Mixing the NBC Today Show	00:56:17
Matt Rifino is the music mixer for the NBC Today Show where he’s mixed over 4000 songs for some of the biggest artists in the world and received 5 Emmy’s over the course of his 20 years on staff. He also works with independent artists out of Studio C at the Barbershop Studios. In this episode, you'll learn about: Live Broadcast Mixing vs Studio Mixing Calibrating a Hybrid Mix Setup Mixing for 5.1 with the Stereo Downmix in Mind Working in NYC Recording Studios in the 90s and Early 2000s Why He Starts a Mix with the Vocal Will Broadcast go to Atmos? Mixing TV in the Morning and Indie Bands in the Afternoon Connect with Matt: 🌐 Website: https://www.mattrifinomusicmixer.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicmatt_mixing/ ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Matt Rifino Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	08 Mar 2023	The Business of Remote Mastering \| with Justin Perkins	01:10:40
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 mastering Choosing a mastering chain Analog vs Digital mastering Working at Butch Vig's Smart Studios Being a self-taught engineer Matching the limited mix reference Automations and Project Management Moving to Milwaukee and starting a mastering business The importance of communication Relationships matter! 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 The Tyranny of the Urgent 🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶 The Replacements The War on Drugs 🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣 Working Class Audio Podcast Trinnov Notion 👉 Learn More About Justin Perkins 👈 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mystery_room Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mystery_room_mke/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MysteryRoomMKE 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏...
	06 Mar 2024	The Music AI is Coming For Us! ...and other News from February 2024	00:22:52
Travis reviews his take aways from February and shares his thoughts on the current state of AI in the music industry and how we can prepare for it. Mentioned in the Episode: Suno AI YouTube Dream Tracks GET YOUR FREE RATE WORKSHEET ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	31 May 2023	Being a Recording Studio Vibe Architect \| with Rob Seifert Gage	01:07:32
Today’s guest is audio engineer, mixer, producer and front of house engineer Rob Seifert Gage. Rob is the owner and operator of Audio Evidence Mobile, a former police van turned mobile recording studio. He started his career in the Los Angeles scene working at renowned studios such as Paramount, A&M, and Shangri La where he notched credits with artists like Porno for Pyros, Skinny Puppy and Mike Watt. Currently he’s splitting time between running front of house for various venuse and acts, including Wyclef Jean, and bringing the studio to the artist with his mobile truck. We have a great chat about building out his mobile truck, comping and flying vocals on analog tape, how to be great at live sound, and the importance of being in touch with the vibe in the studio. 🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒 Recording the “Reggae on the River” Festival Comping vocals on analog tape NS-10s and a Sub Being the best assistant engineer possible Tips for running FOH Staying passionate Recording stereo direct to vinyl with Doug Sax The challenge of having repeat clients in the major music cities Touring with Wyclef Jean 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 Being and Advocate for Yourself 🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶 Green Hit Records - Listen 🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣 SPL Mixdream - https://spl.audio/en/spl-produkt/mixdream/ Eric Thornberg 👉 Learn More About ... 👈 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audio_evidence_mobile/ Playlist of Rob's Work - Listen 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Rob Seifert Gage Host:
	02 Mar 2022	Gabe Cowan: Producing Films, Leading Teams, and Building a DAW	01:29:24
This week's guest is award winning filmmaker, composer, and entrepreneur Gabe Cowan. Gabe has produced over 20 films, many of which have premiered at the major festivals. Some of his films include SXSW Audience Award winner "Cheap Thrills" as well as "Bad Milo" and "They Call Us Monsters." Before producing movies, Gabe was a multiplatinum recording artist, played in several bands and was signed to Geffen Records. His current focus is as the CEO of Audio Design Desk, where he is working to solve audio for video by creating a streamlined solution to quickly and easily match music and effects with picture in a manner that sparks creativity. We chat about making movies, democratizing cinema quality audio, the challenges of creating a DAW from scratch. In this episode we'll dig in on... How Audio Design Desk revolutionizes audio for picture Creating a DAW that inspires you Signing to Geffen Records in the mid 90s at age 19 How to pitch your ideas AI as a musical assistant Creating a product roadmap Music as a part of a filmmakers identity Major label life vs independent life Encountering people that prioritize money over art The allure of Hollywood How scoring a Roger Corman film lead to producing movies Shooting the first independent film done on a RED Camera Meeting consumer expectations Cue sheets The musical gymnastics of the 80s and early 90s Travis' Intro: Enjoy the Journey Learn More About Gabe Cowan and Audio Design Desk... Website: https://add.app/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audio.design.desk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/audiodesigndesk 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Gabe Cowan Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen...
	28 Sep 2022	Music Discovery, Brands and Artists, and Building Better Habits \| with Esther Calloway	00:57:47
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 festivals Data that helps independent artists book more shows Building your local presence Touring best practices Working for Sofar Sounds The importance of tracking your ticket sales Being prepared for your opportunities The importance of an accountability partner Habit building What to have on your merch table Mentioned in the Episode: "The 61 Day Challenge to Better Habits" by Esther Calloway "Atomic Habits" by James Clear Travis' Intro: Sprint Goal Challenge Learn More About Esther Calloway and SOFAR Sounds... Website: https://www.ecallowaymanagement.com/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esther-calloway-55447495 SOFAR Sounds: https://www.sofarsounds.com/ Apply to Play a SOFAR Show - HERE 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Esther Calloway Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen...
	17 Apr 2024	Prioritization, Goals, and Q1 2024 in Review	00:15:35
Travis reflects on the first quarter of 2024 and how he's prioritizing the next three months. In this episode, you'll learn about: Travis Reviews his Goals from Q1 2024 How Prioritization Drives Progress Progressions Website Updates Takeaways from the Latest Episodes ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	13 Mar 2024	Venus Theory: The Problem with Your Creative Career	01:10:46
Venus Theory is a sound designer, musician and content creator. His sound design work can be found in products from companies like UVI, Lunacy Audio, Arturia, and Spitfire Audio. On YouTube, his videos have inspired hundreds of thousands of creators and given them the tools and mindsets they need to a build their careers. In this episode, you’ll learn about: The Power of Practice and Why You Have to Start Bad What it Takes to Sustain a Creative Career Why More Musicians Should Identify as Creators The Importance of Being Clear of the Goal of What You’re Doing Is The Root of Creative Envy How to Quantify What Makes a Gig Worth Doing Why Doing What You’re Passionate About is the Way to Success Connect with Venus Theory 🌐 Website: https://www.venustheory.com/links 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VenusTheory ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Venus Theory Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	14 Sep 2022	Mixing in Cubase, Nashville Home Studios, and Holding Yourself Accountable \| with Brent Hendrich	01:03:52
Today’s guest is Nashville based mixer Brent Hendrich. With over 20 years of experience as a freelancer Brent has logged countless hours of time in the recording studio, worked on a Dove award winning record, and contributed to Emmy award-winning compositions. We chat about being willing to invest in your growth, working in Cubase, mix prep, starting a career in Nashville, and the power of setting specific goals. In this episode we'll dig in on... Big Studio vs Home Studio Paths The power of specific goals Working on pop music in a country town Using blind A-B tests when mixing Working with an accountability coach Mixing in Cubase Attending SAE Reflecting on your past work Mixing as you produce Noticing what your clients think you do best Navigating the slow patches Investing in your growth Mix Prep and file delivery Mentioned in the Show: Kirin Callinan "Return to Center" - Listen Brent on Secret Sonics - Listen Cubase - Learn Travis' Intro: Trusting Your Taste Learn More About Brent Hendrich... Website: https://brenthendrich.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brenthendrich/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Brent Hendrich Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music:...
	07 Jul 2021	Ryan David Adams: Broadcast Specs, Dealing with Visas, and Mixing for Television	01:16:23
This week's guest is Emmy nominated re-recording mixer Ryan David Adams. Ryan has been working on the post-production side of television for nearly two decades, amassing a long list of credits along the way. He recently received his first Emmy nomination for Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Nonfiction or Reality Show in 2020 for the Netflix documentary series "Cheer." Other notable shows that he's worked on include The Voice, Masterchef, American Idol, Lego Masters, Last Chance U for Netflix, and Class Action Park for HBO Max. We have a great chat about working in television, keeping music as a creative outlet by working in other areas of audio, and the importance of checking your ego at the door. In this episode, we'll dig in on... The language of music Being a re-recording mixer ADR and sound effects Mixing television in Dolby Atmos Dealing with work visas Learning how little you know Future proofing content Being prepared for changes Broadcast specs Audio Engineering Society Unions in post-production Stems and delivery requirements Working with streaming services like Netflix and HBO Max Learn More About Ryan David Adams... IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1392453 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artfromthenorth83/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Ryan David Adams Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	16 Feb 2022	Paul Fig: Rock ‘n Roll, Sound City, and How to Record Huge Guitars	01:06:04
This week’s guest is Los Angeles based producer, engineer, and mixer Paul Fig. Paul is known for being a go to tracking engineer, especially in world of hard rock with credits including AFI, Jerry Cantrell, Slipknot, Rush, Alice in Chains, Bush, and Deftones. He also currently owns and operates the studio Dave’s Room in North Hollywood. We go deep on recording techniques for guitars and vocals, as well as chat about his journey from Sound City to freelancing and the importance of staying two steps ahead of everybody. In this episode we'll dig in on... Engineering records that you are producing Maintaining phase coherence in multi mic guitar recordings Starting as a runner at Sound City at 32 Working with Jerry Cantrell and Alice in Chains Songwriting demos in the rock world Transitioning from being in a band to working in a recording studio "Riff Mining" Taking over Dave's Room studio SM57 secrets Recording vocals with two mics at once Having music in Sonic Highways Desert island guitars Being part of a studio family Making records and making library music Intonation and guitar doubling Travis' Intro: Planning Tomorrow Learn More About Paul Fig and Dave's Room... Website: https://paulfigmusic.com/ Dave's Room: http://www.davesroom.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulfigmusic/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PaulFigMusic/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Paul Fig Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	06 Sep 2023	10 Must-Have Mindsets for Music Professionals	00:19:49
Ben Wallick, host of Secret Sonics, joins me for this deep dive into the top traits and mindsets that all successful people in the music industry possess. With over 250 interviews between the two of use we each lay out the top 5 mindsets for success that we’ve seen in our guests. 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Ben Wallick Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	14 Nov 2024	Is Mix Tip YouTube Sabotaging Your Potential?	00:10:00
Travis shares how mixing and recording knowledge is shared today versus when he started and explains why the abundance of information can be both empowering and limiting. ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	02 Jan 2025	Howard Benson - Defining Modern Rock Production	00:50:47
Howard Benson is a Grammy winning rock producer who has made records with My Chemical Romance, Three Days Grace, Daughtry, All American Rejects, POD, and Hoobastank. In this episode, you'll learn about: Why having hits is a "numbers game" How producer royalties have changed over the past three decades How DAWs are hurting artists Disguising pop music as rock music The Howard Benson vocal chain How to find harmony parts, even if you don't sing Cowriting in Rock AI's role in modern songwriting and production Connect with Howard Benson: 🌐 Website: https://judgeandjuryrecords.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howardbenson/ ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: Howard Benson Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	09 May 2024	What NOT to Do With an Opportunity	00:12:29
Travis reflects on the latest episode’s success on YouTube and how overweighting the follow up to a big win can prevent you from building on that momentum. In this episode, you'll learn about: Why we put so much weight on our next move after a big success or failure How overweighting opportunities have been setbacks for his mix career How “Quantity” plays into your career growth When to transition into the “Quality” phase of your career. ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	10 Mar 2021	Dave Green: A Song a Day, Landing Syncs, and Finishing Every Idea	00:52:58
Today’s guest is Dave Green, the front man of the Los Angeles based band The Filthy Souls. In addition to fronting his own project Dave also writes for an uncountable number of artists, brands, and TV shows, as well as plays with the band Atlas Genius. We have a great chat about music licensing, staying inspired, finishing every idea, and where picking up the guitar can take you. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Writing for ads and brands Coming to America Keeping a strict and dedicated work schedule Respectfully ignoring the brief The power of action Lockdown creativity Writing camps Working with licensing companies Music is therapy Learn More About Dave Green and The Filthy Souls ... Website: https://www.thefilthysouls.com/ Dave's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davegr33n/ The Filthy Souls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefilthysouls/ Rebel Hearts Club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebelheartsclubofficial/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Dave Green Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	23 Aug 2023	Beyond 10,000 Hours: Navigating Your Music Career	00:06:05
After you reach 10,000 hours of practice do you magically become the greatest music producer in the world or the most successful songwriter that ever lived? Most likely not. Travis explores the idea that mastering your craft is just the beginning of your music career. Inspired by Jason Jaggard's book "Beyond High Performance" and the "10,000 Hours" concept made famous by Malcom Gladwell. 🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣 Read - "Beyond High Performance" by Jason Jaggard Read - "Outliers" by Malcom Gladwell 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	30 Aug 2022	Sonic Contrast, Challenging Your Collaborators, and Trusting your Inner Production Compass \| with Andrew Lappin	01:45:41
Today’s guest is music producer, engineer, mixer, and multi-instrumentalist Andrew Lappin. Andrew prides himself on helping artists push boundaries while staying true to themselves. He’s doing that with a mix of major label and independent artists such as L’Rain, Chromeo, Big Red Machine, and STACEY. In addition to that he also composes and produces music for television, film, and radio. We chat about transcending commitment anxiety, creating contrast both musically and sonically, drum recording techniques that will inspire the player, and why it’s as important to know what you want to do as it is to know what you don’t want to do. In this episode we'll dig in on... Making records always takes compromise Challenging people with out disempowering them Understanding when to interject into a performance or idea and when to not Being Bold Filling in frequency gaps with different fidelity mics Working in studios with a historic legacy The limiter arms race Sharing a studio space at Sunset Sound with Joe Chiccarelli Keeping perspective on projects that you producer, engineer, and mix Not waiting too long to release your music Comparison is the root of all disenchantment Being your own biggest critic The lyric and intent of the song always guides production Finding a friend you can trust to get you HONEST feedback Mentioned in the Show: L'Rain "Fatigue" - Listen Andrew Bird "Are You Serious" - Listen Altec Salt Shaker Mic Roland Space Echo Joe Chiccarelli Chris Zane Travis' Intro: The 85% Rule Learn More About Andrew Lappin... Website: https://www.andrewlappin.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewlappin/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok:
	12 May 2021	Mike Patti: Finding Balance, Defining Success, and Running Cinesamples	00:56:19
Our guest today is composer, producer, and co-founder of Cinesamples, Mike Patti. Mike started Cinesamples in 2007 when he saw an opportunity to create niche libraries to fill holes in the marketplace. Since then they have grown it to become one of the go to orchestral library developers for composers around the globe. As a composer Mike has done work with Disney Parks and video games such as Starcraft 2 and League of Legends. We have a great chat about composing for media, running a business, anticipating the marketplace, and the importance of defining your own success. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Building inspiring virtual instruments Composing for video games Finding a mentor, work for your idols Writing out your goals and review them Score mock-ups Growing a team and a business Scoring Saturday morning cartoons The boring but important idea of retirement Learn More About Mike Patti and Cinesamples... Website: https://cinesamples.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinesamples 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Mike Patti Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	04 Nov 2020	Cameron Lister: Earning Trust, Taping Jam Bands, and Never Letting Pride Outweigh Hard Work	00:51:46
This week's guest is recording engineer and mixer Cameron Lister. Cameron has spent most of his career in the engineering hot seat for indie and alternative records from artists such as The Fratellis, OK GO, KT Tunstall, Better Than Ezra, and Andrew McMahon. We chat about how a career in music is made up of incremental steps, each building on the momentum of the last one and how hard work and follow through are the key to success. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Importance of learning new things Taping jams bands as a gateway to recording Earning Trust Swallowing your pride and starting over Cool Shockmounts Moving to Los Angeles and staring at Sound Factory Getting to work with your heroes Distortion Mentioned in the Show: "The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield - Here "Deep Work" by Cal Newport - Here Travis' Intro: The War of Art Learn More About Cameron Lister... Website: http://www.cameronlister.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clister01/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Cameron Lister Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	28 Jun 2023	The Recording Studio Lifestyle \| with Greazy Wil	01:59:27
Today’s guest is recording engineer and mixer Wil “Greazy” Anspach. Wil is a veteran in the Los Angeles recording scene with credits including Killer Mike, Vic Mensa, Imagine Dragons, Frank Ocean, X-Ambassadors, The Greatest Showman, and Ariana Grande. He’s also become the defacto “TikTok Engineer” by amassing a following of over 50k people by sharing real world experiences and calling out some of the nonsense on the platform. We have a great chat about what it takes to break into the engineering world, his time coming up at East West Studios, the importance of mentoring and sharing knowledge, where art and psychology meet in the recording process, and why he wants to return to Iraq to help foster music culture there. 🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒 How to be a great tracking engineer Working at East West Studios The importance of problem solving Being thrown into freelance Mentoring and training assistants The future of big studios Unionizing engineers and mixers Sleeping at the studio Working for Alex Da Kid Learning electronics as a kid Engineering songwriting sessions Growing an audience on TikTok Respecting the artist Recording Killer Mike Serving in the Marines during the Iraq war 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 Stop Learning and Start Doing 🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶 The Shaggs - Here Florence + The Machine "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" - Here 🗣 Mentioned in the Interview 🗣 East West Recording Studios - https://www.eastweststudios.com/ That Sounds About Right Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/that-sounds-about-right/id1688042612 👉 Learn More About Wil Anspach... 👈 Website: https://www.wilanspach.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greazywil/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greazywilmusic 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok:
	16 Mar 2022	Casey Cavaliere: Having Impact, Good Record Deals, and The Wonder Years	01:11:24
Today's guest is musician, producer, mixer, and songwriter Casey Cavaliere. Casey is the guitarist and a founding member of the band The Wonder Years. Over the past 15 years they have toured around world and released six full length albums and two EPs. When he's not on tour or recording with his band, Casey is producing records for other artists, hosting his podcast “The Record Process” and working with artists as a development coach, helping them find their voice and steer their careers. We chat about record deals, always providing value, and the importance of knowing yourself as an artist. In this episode we'll dig in on... The founding years of The Wonder Years Touring post-pandemic Setting the click to the band, not the band to the click Navigating record deals Punk and DIY community support Refining your taste Bringing the energy of a live show to the record Providing value in every situation Impacting 1 million people Starting on trombone and then discovering guitar Traits of a great record label When niching and specializing works and when it doesn't Travis' Intro: Providing Value and "The Go Giver" Learn More About Casey Cavaliere... Website: http://www.caseycavaliere.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/case_rock/ True Level Studio Website: https://www.truelevelstudio.com/ True Level Studio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truelevelstudio/ The Record Process Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therecordprocess/ Listen to The Wonder Years HERE! 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify:...
	15 Dec 2021	Ben Wallick: Podcasting, Staying True to You, and Just Starting	01:15:51
This week's guest is producer, mixer, podcaster, and musician Ben Wallick. Ben is currently based out of Jerusalem, Israel where he has worked with an array of talented acts in both the studio and on the stage. Before the pandemic, Ben was most recently handling bass duties on tour for artist Alex Clare in Israel and throughout Eastern Europe. Ben is also the creator and host of Secret Sonics, a podcast where he interviews a wide range of producers and audio engineers. We have a great chat about embracing delegation, fighting perfectionism, and how starting our podcasts plays into our music careers. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Embracing delegation Take aways from talk to over 100 producers and engineers on Secret Sonics Bass playing as a bridge between harmony rhythm Avoiding a perfectionism mindset as you charge more for a job Building community in the digital realm Being a self-taught producer and engineer Essentialism Growing up in New York City and moving to Israel Starting and managing a successful wedding band Branching out from a smaller music scene and out into the broader world Learn More About ... Website: https://www.benwallick.com/ Instagram: https://www.benwallick.com/podcast Secret Sonics: https://www.benwallick.com/podcast Secret Sonics Instagram: https://www.benwallick.com/podcast Secret Sonics on Apple Podcasts HERE 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Ben Wallick Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	07 Apr 2021	Bill Appleberry: Teamwork, Opportunity, and the 5 P's of Preparation	01:13:36
Today’s guest is the multi-platinum awarded producer, mixer, and musician Bill Appleberry. Bill has worked on Republic Records' and NBC's hit TV show The Voice for the last decade. He has produced and mixed the studio recorded versions of every song, performed by every artist for every season of the show. Outside of his work with The Voice, Bill's credits as an engineer, producer, and player include names like Stone Temple Pilots, The Wallflowers, Puddle of Mudd, Joe Walsh, Hole, and 311. We have a great chat about his start, playing drums in the Marines, getting a hit early in his career, being prepared, and how your career is defined by what you do between gigs. In this episode, we'll dig in on... 10 Years of The Voice The 5 P's of Preparation Knowing when to reinvent Putting in practice Building a team that you trust Having a hit early in your career Enlisting in the Marines Getting recognized by the labels Living in a van with your keyboards Doing demos with bands and trying to get them signed How recording schools are commercializing the industry Learn More About Bill Appleberry... Website: http://www.billappleberry.com/ LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/bill-appleberry-6334561b 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Bill Appleberry Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	13 Jan 2021	Noël Jackson: Integrity, Detroit Techno, and the Early Internet	01:16:45
This week’s guest is Detroit based producer, artist, mixer, and mastering engineer Noël Jackson. Noël has worked with various artists and labels including Warner Records, Superfreq, David Guetta, Kevin Saunderson, and Mr. C. In addition to music, Noël also works as a computer engineer, user experience designer, and hacker. He is best known in that realm for his work with Automattic, Gawker Media, and Jeffery Zeldman. We go deep on the early internet, the power of design, living with integrity and how building habits will push you past your goals. In this episode, we'll dig in on... The musical element of surprise Working ethically The fearlessness of youth Web logs Pop music as an educational resource Allowing yourself to be flexible Finding inspiration in design The art and science of engineering Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth Learn More About Noël Jackson... Website: https://noeljackson.com/ Check out his music Here! Instagram: https://instagram.com/noeldjackson Twitter: https://twitter.com/noel Newsletter: https://noel.substack.com 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify "Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth" - Here Credits: Guest: Noël Jackson Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	14 Jun 2023	Scaling Your Creative Business: The Artistpreneur Approach \| with Evan Price	00:51:15
Today’s guest is artist manager, educator, and entreprenuer Evan Price. He and his team at Artist Collective are on a mission to transform artists into what he calls “artistpreneurs” and help them build a profitable business around their passions. Prior to founding Artist Collective, Evan wore countless hats in the music industry from musician, to promoter, to manager so we’ve got insights for everybody in this one. We covered everything from the “4 Elements Needed to Scale a Creative Business” to why your new song might not be the best “offer” for your audience. We also got into ways that producers and engineers can diversify and stabilize their income, the importance of prioritizing your time, and hot to frame the “story” of the music. 🗒 In this episode we'll dig in on... 🗒 What is an Artistpreneur? How to focus on high-value offers in the music industry Strategies to help connect with audiences emotionally Turning followers into leads Music business degrees vs regular business degrees Monetizing creative skill sets and building a brand around them Focusing on prioritization Identifying and targeting superfans for growth Strategies for diversifying income streams in the audio industry 🎙 Travis' Intro 🎙 Does Marketing Matter More Than Skills? 🎶 ... Listening Recommendation 🎶 Northlane - Listen 🗣 Mentioned in the Episode 🗣 Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller - Here 👉 Learn More About Evan Price and Artist Collective ... 👈 Website: https://www.artistcollect.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ac_evan/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Evan Price Host: Travis Ference Editor:
	09 Dec 2020	Corey Britz: Living Anti-Luck, the Art of Restraint, and Touring the World	01:17:30
Our guest this week is bass player, producer, songwriter, and artist Corey Britz. In addition to being the bass player for the band Bush, Corey also fronts his own project as well as produces and writes for numerous alternative and rock bands. He’s a close friend and collaborator of mine and this episode is an all round good hang with plenty of great advice mixed in. We cover his early career, breaking into the Los Angeles musician scene, discovering himself as an artist, and his vendetta with the word “luck”. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Music and the art of restraint Touring the world with Bush and The Calling Importance of being a problem solver Don't belittle your victories by calling them luck Five years as a college freshmen Manifestation Lying to yourself Travis' Intro: Input vs Output Goals Learn More About Corey Britz... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coreybritz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoreyBritz/ Listen to Corey Britz Here 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Gary Keller "The One Thing" - Here Credits: Guest: Corey Britz Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	17 Jan 2024	The Super Mario Effect: Level Up Your Music Career with Science	00:06:54
In this episode we’re exploring the “Super Mario Effect” and how it can be used to level up in the music industry. Drawing from former NASA engineer Mark Rober’s experiment, we discover how reframing our approach to failure can lead to a gamified approach to career growth. Mark Rober - https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRober References and Video Clips from Mark’s Ted X Talk - https://youtu.be/9vJRopau0g0?si=fWzaBVFRwZ2ku2Ij ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! Credits: Guest: N/A Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	27 Oct 2021	Shoshana Bean: Leaning into Your Fear, Broadway, and Being Authentic (REISSUE EDITION - NEW INTRO!)	00:58:23
This week is the last bonus re-release episode before Season 2 begins! I've attached another brand new intro to this episode as well. Shoshana is one of my favorite people and her story has a lot of insights for anybody in the music industry so I wanted to share it with y'all again. This week’s guest is the amazingly talented vocalist and broadway veteran Shoshana Bean. Shoshana and I have a great conversation about the progression of her career from being a singing and dancing two year old to holding leading roles on Broadway and releasing chart topping records as an independent artist. She is a truly inspiring person, committed to her artistic integrity and unwavering in her belief that driving towards what you fear is the key to success and growth. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Leaning into your greatest fears Moving to NYC and breaking into Broadway Being your own best brand ambassador Singing and dancing at two years old Building a career brick by brick Managing your own career and standing by your decisions Human connection without an agenda is the best networking Authenticity in everything you do Learn More About ... Website: https://www.shoshanabean.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shobean/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Shoshana Bean Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	24 Feb 2022	Jason Mendelson: Criminal Justice Reform, Music, and the Entrepreneurial Mindset	00:49:07
Today’s guest is musician, songwriter, author and criminal justice reformer Jason Mendelson. Jason currently releases music under the artist name Jace Allen, with all proceeds of his musical career going to benefit various organizations in the criminal justice reform ecosystem. Jason has co-founded two different organizations that help people transition from prison to home with the goal of drastically reducing recidivism rates. Prior to this latest season of his life, Jason has had careers as a start up founder, venture capitalist, lawyer, and professor. We chat about the changes needed in the criminal justice system, how music builds confidence, and why the entrepreneurial mindset applies to much more than just business. In this episode we'll dig in on... Recognizing and taking advantage of "luck" Life as an improve The best model to increase successful returns to home for formerly incarcerated individuals The United States is the most incarcerated country in the world Being an underdog guy Working in criminal justice reform since 2015 Flipping the hierarchy The importance of resiliency Leaning on the visible success of others to inspire change in people Entrepreneurs vs Musicians Training people in the prison system and how that transforms you Being thankful for adversity and learning from your failures Learn More About Jason Mendelson... Website: https://jaceallenmusic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaceallen_music Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaceallenmusic/ Jace Allen on Spotify 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Jason Mendelson Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Audio Restoration:
	16 Dec 2020	Brian Zarlenga: Marketing Your Music as a Product, Setting Milestones, and Staying True to the Brand	01:02:51
This week’s guest is Brian Zarlenga, general manager of the revolutionary music software and technology company Output. Brian's career in the music business has taken him from the sales team at a major label to handling licensing at a publisher, and finally to marketing where he would develop his expertise. We chat about staying true to your brand, always pushing for innovation, the challenges of product launches, and how musicians can benefit from embracing marketing. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Not following the playbook Identifying your goals and setting milestones Seeing your music as a product Overnight product launches Marketing as storytelling Taking a chance on a startup Word of mouth as an extension of your brand Learn More About Brian Zarlenga and Output... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bzarlenga/ Output Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/output/ Website: https://output.com/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Malcolm Gladwell "The Tipping Point" - Buy Here Credits: Guest: Brian Zarlenga Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	23 Dec 2020	Fernando Lodeiro: Over-Delivering, Gear Manuals, and the Importance of Staying in Touch	00:36:53
This week’s guest is two time Grammy winning recording engineer and mixer Fernando Lodeiro. Fernando is a New York based engineer who came up through Avatar studios. His credits include Esperanza Spaulding, Vampire Weekend, Lady GaGa, and Sir Paul McCartney. We talk about his passion for working with musicians together in a room, the importance of maintaining relationships, big studio vs small studio vibes, and how learning all the gear in the room got him ahead early in his career. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Building your own vocabulary as an engineer Over delivering for clients Pandemic engineering Gear manuals The importance of keeping in touch Freelance engineering in New York City Knowing when it's time to move on to the next thing Learn More About Fernando Lodeiro... Website: https://fernandolodeiro.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ferninthestudio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ferninthestudio 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Fernando Lodeiro Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	22 Mar 2023	Gender Amplifed: Celebrating Women in Music Production \| with Ebonie Smith	01:09:44
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 thesis Working as a house engineer for Atlantic Records The choice to pursue music higher education for music Running a pop session as a producer Songwriting camps Method vs Formula How to identify good advice The business structure behind Non-Profits and the benefits of making it official The 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/genderamplified Instagram: http://instagram.com/eboniesmithmusic 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest:
	06 Jan 2021	Ian Kagey: Remodeling a Classic Studio, Learning to Teach, and the Importance of Problem Solving	01:01:22
This week's guest is Ian Kagey, the Director of Operations for Power Station NYC, a historic and classic recording studio in the heart of NYC now currently run by Berklee College of Music. The mix of skills that Ian learned working as both a studio tech and a traditional engineer set him up for where his career journey would take him later. His career has taken him all the way to Valencia, Spain where he worked as an instructor for Berklee and then back to New York to manage and oversee the update of Power Station. We have a great chat about the importance of problem solving, keeping in touch with your network, knowing when you're the right person for a job, and being thankful to get to work in music everyday. In this episode, we'll dig in on... Rebuilding a classic studio Creating a new business model for recording studios Not staying past your expiration date The importance of problem solving Etiquette and attention to detail Dropping everything and moving to Spain Starting out in NYC Working as a technician and an assistant Learn More About Ian Kagey and Power Station... Power Station Website: https://powerstation.nyc/ Berklee NYC Website: https://nyc.berklee.edu/ Ian Kagey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iankagey/ Power Station Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerstationatberkleenyc/ Berklee NYC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berkleenyc/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Ian Kagey Host: Travis Ference Editor: Travis Ference Theme Music: inter.ference
	07 Sep 2022	Marketing for Musicians \| with Lior Aharoni and Daniel Sander of Feature.FM	00:59:32
Today’s episode is a special bonus all about marketing for musicians. My guests are Feature.FM CEO and Co-Founder Lior Aharoni and Chief Commercial Officer Daniel Sander. Lior founded Feature.FM in 2013, combining his past technology experience with his passion for helping musicians and creators focus on their art while still building a thriving independent business. Daniel has been with Feature.FM since 2014 and has spent countless hours working with hundreds of artists and marketers to understand their needs and then implement those features into the platform. We chat about pre-release and post-release strategies, the “Evergreen Presave”, how to take advantage of viral moments, and the importance of building community around your music. In this episode we'll dig in on... The ideal release plan for independent artists in 2022 The importance of "link in bio" on social media platforms Building community around your music Collecting fan information so you can connect with them directly Pre-Release vs Post-Release strategies The Metrics & Data that DSPs and A&R use to gauge artist performance The "Evergreen Presave" Strategy The rise of short-form video and how musicians can use it to connect with fans Educating yourself about the tools available to you The impact of Pre-Saves Learn More About Feature.FM... Website: https://feature.fm/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feature.fm/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FeatureFm 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Lior Aharoni & Daniel Sander Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference
	30 Mar 2022	Stephen Kaye: Score Mixing, Joy of Missing Out, and a Pandemic Orchestra	00:59:59
This week’s guest is Los Angeles based producer, engineer, and mixer Stephen Kaye. Stephen splits his time between film & TV projects and record projects. His credits include Fitz and the Tantrums, Lucius, Salem Ilese, Inara George, Hepcat, and Ziggy Marley. As well as movies and shows such as Bridesmaids, Green Book, Bridgerton, Dear White People, and most recently King Richard. We chat about the FOMO of balancing projects, reading music, and working with orchestral instruments in less than ideal circumstances. In this episode we'll dig in on... Working Smarter Dealing with not being credited Recording Beatles sound-a-likes in high school for fun Using Vienne Ensemble MIR to recreate space around solo strings Running Pro Tools for score tracking sessions Considering back stepping and working as a runner to learn more Working in studios since age 16 Doing one-man string arrangements for early 2000s pop RnB Balancing record work and film & TV work Previewing movies with test audiences Film deadlines vs TV deadlines Learn More About ... Website: https://www.sunkingstudios.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunkingstudios/ 📢 Our Sponsors 📢 Listen to Secret Sonics! Sign Up for Complete Producer Network! ⬇️ FREE 2025 PLANNING WORKSHOP ⬇️ https://www.travisference.com/2025plan 📺 WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@progressionspod Connect with Me: 📬 Newsletter: https://www.travisference.com/subscribe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressionspod 🎵TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@progressionspod 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/progressionspod 🌐 Website: https://www.travisference.com/ 🙏 Leave a Review or Rating 🙏 Apple: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/apple Spotify: https://www.progressionspodcast.com/spotify Credits: Guest: Stephen Kaye Host: Travis Ference Editor: Stephen Boyd Theme Music: inter.ference

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