To put it quite simply, whenever an artist (or an artist’s representation) calls the studio to book a session, my rule is to ask three questions:
1.) “How is it getting here?”
2.) “What are you doing?”
3.) “What are you leaving with?”
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Recording Preparation for Bands Part One: Rehearsal
So you’ve got the shows, you’ve got the look, and everyone in the band has been dreaming of artwork & working on their autographs for that big, cd release party of yours. It only makes sense to call the studio (or your bleary-eyed friend at the recording school) to get some time booked for that album. You’re ready, right?
Well, a simple answer is no, you’re not. There is no way you can be completely ready for the challenging, unpredictable, very rewarding and very growth-filled experience that comes from making your very own slice of sonic history.
This month, I have listed...
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