Category: URM Podcast

EP90 | Misha Mansoor

Best known for being the guitarist of Periphery, Misha Mansoor is also a successful entrepreneur and known in the industry for his killer business sense. He joins us to touch on all of the above, shining a light on the importance of doing what you love, doing it well, and using your knowledge as a tool and a weapon.

This episode is packed with solid info about a variety of topics: creativity, business advice, nerdy gear talk, and even personal skills.

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“If we’re going to do a deal, let’s do it right.” – Misha Mansoor

THIS WEEK, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

– Creating music because you want to, rather than succumbing to guilt
– How Periphery navigated getting signed to a label
– Misha’s approach to becoming involved in Horizon Devices
– His tips for writing and recording midi instrument parts
– Why Misha doesn’t practice guitar
– Periphery’s live in ear setup
– The guitar tone on Periphery 3, and pedals he keeps coming back to
– And much, much more

Links:

Periphery
Horizon Devices
Getgood Drums
Misha’s Fractal Cab Pack 13

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EP34 | Sahaj Ticotin

Sahaj Tocotin (record producer, vocalist of Ra) is with us in this episode to talk about fearlessly approaching the process of songwriting.

For many of us, songwriting is going to be a part of the production process at one time or another. A producer with serious songwriting chops will always go further in their career. Do you have what it takes to save a client from a shitty song? What can you do to keep your workflow running smoothly? Do you feel like you have the finesse to write hits? We’re going to give you a head start.

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“On one side, you have to have the confidence to move on and not dwell on something for too long. On the other… you have to have the strength and courage to fight for a good idea, however many times you have to fight for it.” – Sahaj Ticotin

THIS WEEK, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

– Effective time management and learning to move on
– How to make a living with songwriting
– The base elements of a healthy workflow
– What makes a hit song
– And much, much more

Links:

Sahaj’s Production Site
Ra

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EP89 | Dear Joel

Joel Wanasek has the answers you need to make sure you stay #nosmalltime.

Want Joel to answer your questions? Send them to [email protected] with the subject line “Dear Joel.” The more detailed the better!

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“I am a capitalist. Fight me.” – Joel Wanasek

THIS WEEK, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

– What exactly #nosmalltime means
– Joel’s actual opinion on Summit Audio gear
– Some of Joel’s “must read” books
– Why you should travel more
– How to balance life and work
– The surprising artists that would be on Joel’s “Dream projects” list
– Joel’s thoughts on building control rooms
– And much, much more

Links:

Robert Frank’s Youtube Channel
Rich Dad Poor Dad
Retire Young Retire Rich
The 4- Hour Workweek
Basic Economics
How to Win Friends & Influence People
What Every Body is Saying
What I learned Before I Sold to Warren Buffett
The World’s Healthiest Foods

 

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EP88 | Dan Tsurif

Dan Tsurif of Mercenary Management knows what it takes to be successful in the music business, and he’s here to share his expertise.

This episode is really a twofer. Not only do we have Dan Tsurif on board, but Finn McKenty is also back to help co-host. Want to make a living in the music industry? Want to know what your act needs to focus on at each stage of its growth? What NOT to do when approaching record labels? Listen up; we’re going to tell you.

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“Everything we’ve ever put out sounds awesome, why are you sending me something that sounds like it was recorded in a toilet?” – Dan Tsurif

THIS WEEK, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

– The importance of diversifying your income as an artist
– Why marketing won’t mean a thing if you don’t value your craft
– Dan’s stance on when you really want to get a manager
– Finn’s 3 part formula for becoming involved in a business venture
– Pitfalls for up and coming bands
– How to approach (and not approach) record labels and media outlets
– And much, much more

Links:

Mercenary Management
Wylde Audio
Horizon Devices

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EP32 | Dave Otero

Extreme metal production master Dave Otero joins us to discuss his prolific audio journey.

For over 15 years, Dave Otero has put his stamp on tons of seminal extreme productions (Cephalic Carnage, Cattle Decapitation, etc.). Dave’s story is a perfect example of how to dominate in a specific niche. You don’t just need to work on pop and country in order to have an amazing production career.

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“What are you waiting for? Start doing it!” – Dave Otero

THIS WEEK, YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

– Investing in yourself
– Maintaining a fresh perspective with new clients
– Dave Otero’s Method for producing heavy rhythm guitar
– How to get blast beat production right
– Recognizing a musician’s strengths
– Micing up natural kicks to use in extreme metal productions
– When you’ve gotten the the right drum take
– When to retrack, and when to leave things as they are
– And much, much more

Links:

Flatline Audio

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