Build Your Recording Dream Team
AirGigs » Music Production
by Katie Marie
1M ago
Remote recording has opened up a world of possibilities. Instead of being limited to whoever is available in your area, you now have access to hundreds of talented engineers, producers and musicians from all over the world, who are all eager to work with people like you. AirGigs has some of the most talented and experienced people in the industry, giving you the possibility of creating your very own dream team and taking your music to the next level. Here is a short guide on how to find the right talent for your next project. FINDING YOUR PEOPLE Be very clear on your needs. Are you looking for ..read more
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Setting Music Goals for 2024
AirGigs » Music Production
by Katie Marie
3M ago
What would you like to achieve with your music in the coming year? Perhaps you’d like to spend more time songwriting or improving your skills on a specific instrument. Maybe you’d like to find more places to perform or people to perform with. Whatever your goals are, now is the perfect time to create a plan and put it into action. The Importance of Reflection American philosopher and psychologist John Dewey famously said, “We do not learn from experience, we learn from reflecting on experience”. The new year always feels like a fresh start and a wonderful time for quiet reflection. Before sett ..read more
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5 Tools for Better Songwriting
AirGigs » Music Production
by Katie Marie
3M ago
With so many different tools and techniques being recommended to us, it’s difficult to know which ones will actually be useful and which will prove to be nothing more than a distraction. It’s been my experience over the years that less is most definitely more when it comes to the creative process, but I have found a number of tools that have been enormously helpful, and I wanted to share them in the hopes that they work for you too. Notebook I know it may sound obvious (and archaic), but this was such a huge game changer for me. A few months ago I started carrying a pocket-sized notebook aroun ..read more
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Recording Drums in a Small Room
AirGigs » Music Production
by Katie Marie
5M ago
Wouldn’t it be amazing to have beautifully treated room in our homes that was perfect for recording acoustic sensitive instruments such as drums? The reality is that most of us with home studios have to make do with whatever is available, which is often a small untreated room. While it is infinitely easier to record drums in a sonically sound environment, it is possible to get good results from a small space with the right approach. There have been many times over the years I have had to make a tiny space work and I’ve learned lots of lessons along the way, which I hope will be helpful to you ..read more
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4 Iconic Drum Sounds And How They Changed Music Production
AirGigs » Music Production
by Luke O Kelley
6M ago
Throughout music history, drummers and engineers have come along that revolutionize the sound of the drums. As time moves on these sounds never go away, but they become reused and rethought in different ways and become a feature of the music production moving forward. In this post I dive into what are in my opinion the 3 most iconic drum sounds, where they came from, how they evolved, how they are achieved, where they fit into modern music, and can shape the way you think and plan about the drum recording and mixing in your songs. This is a guest post by top rated AirGigs session drummer, prod ..read more
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In Session Short: Paul Santo (Aerosmith, Ringo Starr, Eric Carmen)
AirGigs » Music Production
by David Blacker
6M ago
In this bonus short episode, Grammy Winner, Producer, Musician & Engineer Paul Santo shares some of his experiences working in high pressure studio environments. Paul was on the podcast back on episode #5 – be sure to check that out too! Work with Paul Santo on your next project In Session Shorts episodes are shorter episodes where we bring you stories from top AirGigs pros on their best and worst experiences in the studio and lessons they learned. The background music on this episode is the song “Psychopath!” by Daniel Hardin ..read more
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What Does a Music Producer Do?
AirGigs » Music Production
by Katie Marie
6M ago
We are all familiar with the title record or music producer, but what exactly do they do? This is a guest post by multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and top rated AirGigs pro Katie Marie The role of a music producer encompasses a multitude of things (both musical and non-musical) and each producer works slightly differently but put simply; they are creative directors put in place to help guide the artist through the entire recording process and make a piece of music / album realize its full potential. Managing a Schedule & Budget It is the responsibility of the producer to create a schedule ..read more
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7 Tips for Recording Drums
AirGigs » Music Production
by Katie Marie
7M ago
I’ve been having fun with drums for just over 20 years and absolutely love recording them. That being said, it’s never a simple task and I’ve made more than my fair share of mistakes. But all these experiences both good and bad have helped me grow enormously and I hope that sharing some of these with you will help when recording drums in your own studio. 1) Get the source right Tuning is Your Friend! I cannot stress how important it is to record with a drum kit that has been tuned. It doesn’t have to be the most expensive kit in the world, but it does have to be in tune. Being able to sit at a ..read more
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How to Find and Work with a Professional Music Producer
AirGigs » Music Production
by Katie Marie
7M ago
At some point along your musical journey, you may find yourself with a collection of songs and need to enlist the help of a producer to take them from simple demos to beautifully recorded masterpieces. But how do you go about finding the right producer? And what is their role in the recording process? This is a guest post by multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and top rated AirGigs pro Katie Marie What Does a Producer Do? Producers perform a variety of functions, which include: • Shaping the overall sound / vibe of each song so it can reach its full potential • Choosing a suitable studio space ..read more
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The Impact of Dolby Atmos on Music Production
AirGigs » Music Production
by Alex Soldano
8M ago
The music industry is witnessing a surge in demand for publishing music in Dolby Atmos. This audio format not only enhances the sound quality but also provides new opportunities for artists to connect with a broader audience. In this post, we will explore how Dolby Atmos enables artists to take their music production to new heights, offering unprecedented creative possibilities and valuable resources for immersive mixing. This is a guest post by mixing engineer and Atmos specialist Alex Soldano. Expanding Audience Reach with Spatial Audio Playlists Music mixed in Dolby Atmos enhances audio fid ..read more
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