Best Recordingstudio Podcasts (2025)

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#371: Why The Most Talented Freelancers Sabotage Their Own Progress 36:05

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If you’re great at what you do… If people look up to you, hire you, refer you… And you’re still struggling with client acquisition… You know what you SHOULD be doing. So what’s holding you back? Sometimes, after being so good at what you do for so long, the idea of starting something you might not be great at right away can feel uncomfortable. We f…

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WCA #552 with Daniel Holter – Studio Aesthetics, Hospitality, Presentation, Relationships, and Cashflow 1:09:03

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back producer, mixer, composer and songwriter Daniel Holter. Daniel first appeared in 2018 on WCA Episode #179. Over the years, Daniel has mixed music by artists such as Nick Lowe, Field Report, Over The Rhine, Amos Lee, Blitzen Trapper, Collections of Colonies of Bees, Phil Keaggy, Crowded Hous…

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RSR514 - David Bottrill - Grammy Winning Atmos Mixing with Tool, Daniel Lanois, and World Music 1:53:34

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In this episode of Recording Studio Rockstars, I sat down with the legendary David Botrill—Grammy-winning producer and engineer behind iconic albums by Tool, Peter Gabriel, King Crimson, Muse, and more. David’s journey began in a small Canadian studio run by Bob Lanois, where he learned to be indispensable in the room. From there, he went on to wor…

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Michael Imperioli's band Zopa on Making Art, the Chaos of Rock, and The White Lotus 54:37

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Hey everyone! Recently, we had the band ZOPA over to the studio for a listening party! Their new album, Diamond Vehicle, was produced, engineered, and mixed by our very own John Agnello. We had Michael Imperioli on the show in Episode 89 where he talked about his own creative process and the history of the band. In this episode, John sits down with…

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#370: Speed is King | Why Your Freelance Business Is A Hot Mess 🤮 25:38

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You know that meme… Charlie Day, crazed look, wall of string, pointing at chaos? That’s the typical freelancer trying to make a decision. A simple pricing change?You’re mapping out lifetime value, market benchmarks, “CFO-level cost abstractions” (whatever the hell that means). Meanwhile, someone else just ran a quick test, got a client, and moved o…

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WCA #551 with Dane Giordano – Sun Studio, Steve Albini's Kindness, Financial Discipline, and Diversifying Services 1:20:38

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Engineer and Composer Dane Giordano who has engineered artists for Warner, Sony and Universal Music Group. Dane has composed music for Film, Video Games, Television and more! He is also one of the House Engineers at Young Avenue Sound & Sun Studio. In This Episode, We Discuss: First Studio Exper…

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RSR513 - Bobby Owsinski - AI, Mastering, Songwriting and the Future of Music Production 1:54:09

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Is AI changing the future of music production? In this episode, I sit down with Bobby Owsinski, renowned producer, author, and music industry expert, to explore the evolving role of AI, mastering, and the creative process. We dive into the latest edition of Owsinski’s Mastering Engineer’s Handbook, the importance of reference tracks, and the challe…

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#369: The CLOWNS Framework | 6 Red Flags That Mean You Should Walk Away From a Client 20:56

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Just one nightmare client can ruin your business. One soul-sucking, scope-creeping, micromanaging clown who drains your time, sanity, and confidence. And the frustrating thing is, you probably felt the red flags on that first call (and ignored them)… Thinking, “it’ll be fine”… “I’m probably overreacting…” “I can manage them, they really do need my …

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WCA #550 with Justin Francis – Remote Studio Benefits, Nashville Efficiency, Beyond Music Row, and Navigating Payment Ethics 1:02:27

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Grammy Winning Producer/engineer/mixer, Justin Francis who has worked alongside artists like Sheryl Crow, Kacey Musgraves, Tyler Childers, Lake Street Dive, Justin Timberlake, Madison Cunningham, Gary Clark Jr, Sarah Jarosz and Lauren Daigle. In This Episode, We Discuss: Early Music Passion Audi…

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RSR512 - Dr Ford - Efficiency vs. Flexibility in the Studio and Jiu-Jitsu 2:09:54

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In this episode of Recording Studio Rockstars, Lij Shaw and Dr. Ford explore what really goes into music production—from songwriting and vocal techniques to how social media is shaping the industry. They discuss the importance of staying flexible, much like in jiu-jitsu, and how AI can be a helpful tool while still emphasizing the human touch. Dr. …

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#310 EARSPACE - Mathematical Jazz 58:30

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On today's episode, we get to know Mathematical Jazz, the winner of last episode's open verse challenge. We talked about his progress in health and artistic expression, as well as other fun and serious topics. Tap in with Mathematical Jazz for updates on his music. https://unitedmasters.com/m/mathematical-foundation Support the show We hope you enj…

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#368: BANT For Freelancers | The Secret BS Detector For Bad Leads 27:01

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Ever hop on a discovery call… Only to find out they "might" be ready in 6 months, have no budget, and just want free advice? Not only did you get your hopes up, you ALSO just wasted your time. Yeah, it sucks - and today we’re going to fix it. Way back in the 1960’s, IBM developed a pretty cool framework called BANT to weed out bad leads… And in thi…

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WCA #549 with Ian Shepherd – Mastering Democratized, AI, Physical or Virtual Gear, and Empty Nests 1:03:14

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back mastering engineer and host of The Mastering Show, Ian Shepherd. They dive into the current state of mastering, AI’s growing role, work/life balance, and in-the-box vs. out-of-the-box mastering. In This Episode, We Discuss: Companion podcast episode Advances in mastering technology The rise…

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RSR511 - Chris Shaw - From Analog to Pro Tools: Public Enemy, Weezer, and Dylan! 2:07:47

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Rockstars, in this episode, I’m hanging with four-time Grammy-winning producer, engineer, and mixer Chris Shaw for a deep dive into the craft of recording and mixing. We talk about his journey in the industry, his unique mixing setup, and the balance between analog and digital workflows. Chris shares insights on managing plugins, keeping a solid re…

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#367: You’re Marketing Like A Big Dumb Stupid Idiot… Please Stop 24:34

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You know those big dumb idiots in high school that pull the fire alarm? Yeah, that was me. Turns out I was just practicing for my freelance career. Because most freelancers treat marketing exactly like that fire alarm - you only pull it when everything's already on fire. When the clients have dried up, the leads have dried up, and you're in full-bl…

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WCA #548 with Dan Malsch – Touring Guitarist to Full-Time Engineer, Building a Studio Career, Mixing Ghost, Working with Andy Wallace, and Running a Successful Studio Outside the Big Cities 1:12:24

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer and mixer Dan Malsch to discuss his journey from guitarist to studio owner, working with bands like Ghost and Avenged Sevenfold, building studios with his own hands, and maintaining a no-ego approach to recording at the highest level. In This Episode, We Discuss: Dan Malsch’s Journey Fr…

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RSR510 - Bob Bullock - Collaboration: The Key to Successful Music Projects 2:03:26

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Bob Bullock’s mixed more hits than a jukebox, with 40+ years in the biz and 50+ gold & platinum credits. He’s redesigned his studio three times with Carl Tatz, teaches at Belmont & SAE, and knows the magic of great acoustics, collaboration, and staying ahead of the mix! Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest tod…

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#366: Stop Pricing Like A Big Dumb Stupid Idiot 26:36

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”Oh look — Bronze, Silver, and Gold. Because what this $5,000 problem really needed was a damn menu.” When you offer three-tiered pricing because “that’s how pricing psychology works, right?”… All you’re doing is giving your best clients more questions, more confusion, and a way to spend less money. You’re not a SaaS. You’re not a wedding cake. And…

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WCA #547 with Lij Shaw – Friendship, Communication, Collaboration, Mixing, and Time Management 1:01:48

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back producer, engineer, songwriter and host of Recording Studio Rockstars Lij Shaw. In This Episode, We Discuss: Friendship & Communication Studio & Workspace Costa Rica Trip Music & Production Collaboration & Mixing Identity & Roles Time Management Links and Show Notes: Recording Studio Rockst…

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#309 EARSPACE - Open Verse Challenge (Feat. Laddie Moran x Danny No No x Ian Cornele) 1:13:53

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On todays special episode we review and pick the winners for the ROK10 Open verse challenge, and catch up with Laddie Moran and Danny No NO of Big Eleanor Records. https://www.bigeleanor.com/ Support the show We hope you enjoyed today's episode! Check us out on Instagram to see photos of the guests along with more info https://www.instagram.com/ear…

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RSR509 - Justin Gray - Composing and Mixing for Immersive Atmos, and Sony 360 1:58:57

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Get ready to rock the world of immersive audio with award-winning producer and mixing engineer Justin Gray! In this episode, we explore his journey from bassist to pioneer in Dolby Atmos and Sony 360, uncovering spatial sound's creative and technical magic. Justin shares his innovative recording techniques, the importance of capturing music in 3D s…

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#365: How to Not Sell Your Services Like a Big, Dumb, Stupid Idiot 24:05

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You ever say things like… "Let me know if there's anything I can do" Or "Just keep me in mind"? Then you might be selling your services like a big, dumb, stupid idiot. (Yes, those were my exact words.) This episode kicks off a savage new series where I break down 8 ways freelancers ruin sales without realizing it. You'll learn: Why your “nice guy” …

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WCA #546 with Elad Marish –Surf Culture, The Magic of KISS, Guitar Obsession, Post Production Powerhouse, and The Growth of Swell 1:17:21

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Elad Marish, co-founder and producer at Swell Music + Sound, a leading creative audio agency based in San Francisco. Elad and his team at Swell have brought music, sound design, and audio branding to high-profile clients including Apple, Nike, Google, and Uber, working on everything from global …

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RSR508 - Ben Sabin - Rick Rubin's Shangri-La Studio & Trace Audio 2:09:21

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In this episode, Lij Shaw chats with Ben Sabin, founder of Trace Audio, about his journey from Shangri-La Studio with Rick Rubin to wiring up some of the best studios in the biz. They dive deep into the mystical world of cables, the magic of patch bays, and why good studio wiring is like rock ‘n’ roll feng shui — get it right, and everything just f…

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#364: Your Portfolio Looks Like a Cheesecake Factory Menu and It’s Embarrassing | The Portfolio Paradox 18:21

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Hey quick gut check: Is your portfolio a "highlight reel" or a "dumping ground"? If it’s the latter, you’re making the same mistake most freelancers make. You’re trying to be the Cheesecake Factory, with its 21-page menu with 250+ items on it. Your thought process is "there's something for everyone". And yet… no one knows what you’re actually great…

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#308 EARSPACE - COR x JAH 1:29:03

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On today's episode, we get to know Cor and Jah Intro Music : Cor x Jah - Talk Low (Unreleased) Stay up Instagram: @crimsonheightsent @letsgocor @jahfuera Support the show We hope you enjoyed today's episode! Check us out on Instagram to see photos of the guests along with more info https://www.instagram.com/earspacepodcast/ Get in touch earspacepod…

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WCA #545 with Howie Beck - Musician to Producer, 4 Tracks to Pro Tools, Independence, Polishing Turds, and Saving the Day 1:19:35

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Howie Beck who is a multi Juno nominated Mixer, Producer and musician located in Toronto who has mixed or produced music by artists as diverse as Feist, Charlotte Day Wilson, Barenaked Ladies, Chilly Gonzales, Ron Sexsmith, and the Weather Station amongst many more. In This Episode, We Discuss: …

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RSR507 - Adam Krinsky - Balancing Studio and FOH at Bellows Studio in St Paul MN 2:12:44

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Rockstars, get ready to crank it up! This episode, I’m hanging with Adam Krinsky of Bellows Studio, diving into touring, studio life, and keeping that work-life balance tight. We talk studio humidity (yep, it matters!), live recording chaos, and dream studio setups! Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today i…

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#363: If You're Giving Your Client Options, You're Losing Gigs (Here's What To Do Instead) 18:16

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Ever been to a spa? You get a menu with 12 fancy options… and no idea which one you actually need. Do you need the Ocean Quartz Detox Wrap for $149 or the Rejuvenating Himalayan Sound Bath Experience for $399? You have no idea. Now imagine you're about to spend $5K to $10K (or more), and you’re handed the same kind of “pick-your-own-adventure” PDF.…

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WCA #544 with Benedikt Hain – Helping Bands Record Better, Mixing in Bavaria, Revisions, and Client Filter 1:06:41

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes mixing engineer and podcaster Benedikt Hain. Benedikt discussed his journey from growing up in Bavaria to becoming a full-time mixing engineer and running a studio called Outback Recordings . Benedikt has worked with with bands like Pulley and Swallow's Rose and labels like Warner Music and SBÄM…

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#307 EARSPACE - DVJ 51:49

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On today's episode, we get to know DVJ Intro Music : DVJ - OHKAY! Stay up with DVJ Instagram: dvj4prezz717_302 https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dvj/528361906 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEuYVvAwpQs Support the show We hope you enjoyed today's episode! Check us out on Instagram to see photos of the guests along with more info https://www.instag…

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RSR506 - Tim Lauer - Synth Pop, Rock Strings, and AI (Cheap Trick, Smashing Pumpkins, Nashville) 2:22:19

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"AI will never touch live musicians." Tim Lauer shares his journey working on a variety of albums and TV shows, highlighting how feedback from music supervisors shapes the final sound. He talks about his innovative use of reverb, effects, guitar pedals, and real-time processing to enhance recordings, emphasizing the collaborative nature of music cr…

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#362: The Ultimate Playbook for Risk Reversal & Guarantees That Close Clients (Without Getting Burned) 37:21

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Most freelancers aren’t selling to strangers. They’re stuck relying on referrals and word-of-mouth… So they never realize how fragile their business actually is. Because when that word-of-mouth dries up and you finally try to reach outside your cozy little network? Suddenly the “no’s” and ghosting start piling up. And it’s not because your work isn…

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WCA #543 with Sarah Register –Mastering, 10,000 Hours at Once, NYC & The Nervous System, Avant Garde, and PLaying with Kim Gordon 1:22:15

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Mastering engineer, Composer, and Guitarist Sarah Register. Her mastering clients include Faye Webster, Channel Tres, Jeffrey Lewis, Alice Longyu Gao, Lee "Scratch" Perry, S.G. Goodman, Wye Oak and many more. In This Episode, We Discuss: Identity & Balance Avant Garde Egoic Attachment to Past Me…

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#306 EARSPACE - Lovesik 1:00:32

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Wassup y'all ?! On today's episode, we get to know Lovesik Intro Music : Lovesik - I Like It Stay up https://linktr.ee/lovesikmusic Support the show We hope you enjoyed today's episode! Check us out on Instagram to see photos of the guests along with more info https://www.instagram.com/earspacepodcast/ Get in touch [email protected] https:/…

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RSR505 - Chuck Zwicky - AI and Philosophy of Recording Music 1:51:32

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"AI can't produce anything we haven't already heard." Chuck Zwicky and Lij Shaw discuss how AI is changing music production and songwriting, highlighting the importance of human elements and collaboration in the creative process while exploring the balance between technology and artistic expression. Chuck offers insights on mixing, emphasizing the …

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#305 EARSPACE - SAGE DILLA x PG3 1:02:15

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Wassup y'all ?! On today's episode, we get to know Sage Dilla and his manager PG3 Intro Music : Sage Dilla - Goodtimes Stay up https://sagedilla.com/ Support the show We hope you enjoyed today's episode! Check us out on Instagram to see photos of the guests along with more info https://www.instagram.com/earspacepodcast/ Get in touch earspacepodcast…

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#361: He Had 20,000 Website Visitors and A Broken Sales Process | The Multi 6-Figure Freelancer Series 20:51

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One of my clients has the dream setup: A solid YouTube following Tens of thousands of people visiting his site every month A clean, self-checkout flow for his freelance services Sounds awesome, right? But when we looked under the hood… He was making just $0.23 per visitor. Twenty. Three. Cents. Let that sink in. That’s LESS than $5k/month from 20,0…

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WCA #542 with Emre Ramazanoglu – ATMOS For Brian Eno, Session Drumming, Fashion Shows, Family Balance, and ADHD 1:36:48

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer, engineer, mixer, drummer, and composer Emre Ramazanoglu who has worked on projects for Brian Eno, David Bowie, Noel Gallagher Nova Twins and many more. ATMOS for Brian Eno Ziggy Stardust. & Ken Scott Playing on Pillows Mimicking Reverb Fashion Shows Session Drumming Giving a Shit ATMOS…

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RSR504 - Bill Podolak - Q&A with iZotope 2:35:29

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"Metaphors are essential in plugin design!" Bill talked about Native Instruments, managing new products at iZotope, the importance of good speakers in the studio, how AI will help your sonic perspective, and using Ozone, RX, and the Catalyst plugins. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Bill Podolak, …