EP 267 | Max Morton

EP 267 | Max Morton

Max Morton is a Ukrainian producer who is best known for his work with Jinjer. “When you work as a producer, you’re earning three things; money, experience, and reputation. Money is only one tiny part of that. The most important one is reputation.” – Max Morton ON THIS EPISODE: 1:56 – Handling COVID and living through the war in Ukraine …

EP 266 | Ryan "Fluff" Bruce

EP 266 | Ryan “Fluff” Bruce

Ryan Bruce, aka Fluff, is the lead guitarist for Dragged Under and you can find him being a nerd about gear on his YouTube channel Riffs, Beards & Gear. ON THIS EPISODE: 2:46 – Changing a band’s name can be a blessing 12:50 – You don’t have to be in your 20s to get started 22:26 – Why Post Malone …

EP 265 | John Browne

EP 265 | John Browne

John Browne plays guitar in Monuments, Flux Conduct and is a co-founder of Riff Hard, a revolutionary online school focused on rhythm guitar, riffing, and sick tone. ON THIS EPISODE: 6:53 – Why rhythm guitar is important 16:45 – The relationship between Dillinger Escape Plan and Mr. Bungle 23:49 – What bands are pushing the envelope? 36:21 – Rhythm and …

EP 264 | Chris Baseford

EP 264 | Chris Baseford

Chris Baseford is a Canadian producer, engineer, and mixer who has worked with artists such as Nickelback, Rob Zombie, Avril Lavigne, and many more. ON THIS EPISODE: 5:44 – Knowing when to move on 13:44 – Do people skills come naturally? 20:47 – Defending Nickelback 28:58 – Do what is best for the song 38:11 – How the music industry …

EP 263 | Will Putney

EP 263 | Will Putney

Will Putney is one of this generation’s most influential and respected producers, known for his work with Northlane, Thy Art Is Murder, Knocked Loose, and Four Year Strong among many, MANY others. He also plays guitar in Fit For An Autopsy and END. ON THIS EPISODE: 3:40 – How work has changed during the quarantine 11:18 – Over-saturation is just …