A very extensive lead vocal workflow

A very extensive lead vocal workflow Tracking the last track for this next EP “Somebody” has been quite the challenge. First, I was singing in ways I normally don’t and also trying different microphone combinations (yes, I was checking the phase). How I went about it was on Day one, I had two tracks, one […]

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Tried a new approach and so far it’s working

Grateful for what I continue to learn from the Recording Revolution For those that self-produce and record I would like to share this experience. The second track titled “Sol Celebration” has what I consider, raised the bar for me in my workflow. The fact that I am only 6 mix tweaks into this track and I feel it […]

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Mix tweaks getting less and less

Mix tweaks getting less and less Mixing the track “Sol Celebration” has created a very interesting result for me. First, this track is an instrumental where the guitar is the lead voice. Secondly, I started by only focusing on the main chorus of the song. From there it was only the kick, snare, bass, and […]

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Save yourself the headache

Save yourself a headache As a general rule, I have found that when you are tracking anything vocals or instrument after you are done with 3 takes begin to critique the tracks. The goal is to create a best version by comping segments as they work through the song. By doing this I have found […]

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