Episodes

Joey Doherty, a producer and sound designer, joins Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠https://urm.academy⁠ 00:00:00 From Guitar Enthusiast to Producer 00:12:50 The Art of Salvage Mixing 00:16:28 Navigating the Music Industry: Building Rela...

Hiram Hernandez is a top billboard charting Songwriter/Producer. He joins Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠https://urm.academy⁠ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:09:46 Breaking into the L.A. Music Scene 00:14:30 The Value of Being Easy to Work With 0...

Curt Martin, a producer, songwriter, and mixing engineer based in LA, joins Eyal and Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy IN THIS EPISODE: 00:10:37 - Pursuing a Career in Music 00:17:09 - The Grind and Self-Marketing in th...

Maor Appelbaum, a legendary mastering engineer, joins Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠https://urm.academy IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00:00 Developing Listening Skills 00:06:14 Testing Audio Gear: Analog vs Digital 00:13:24 Evolution from Mixi...

Phil Pluskota (Sonic Assault Studios) is an engineer, producer, and mixer from Central Florida who is known for his devastatingly sick guitar tones. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:00:00 Exploring Guitar Tone with Phil Plus...

Dave Otero is a renowned recording and mixing engineer, best known for his work with artists such as Cattle Decapitation, Khemmis, Archspire, and Cephalic Carnage. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:03:24 Building a Career in ...

Kevin McCombs is a producer, mixer, and engineer known for his work with Papa Roach, 311, and Story of The Year. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠⁠https://urm.academy⁠⁠ In This Episode: 00:00:00 Kevin Mccombs' Journey from URM Student to Head Engin...

Lasse Lammert is a world-renowned producer and engineer best known for his work with bands like Alestorm and Gloryhammer. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at ⁠https://urm.academy⁠ In This Episode: 00:05:00 Reference Mixes and Audio Mixing Preferences 00:15:27 Balanc...

Speed Mixing 2 is here! Get the sequel to URM’s flagship course: https://nailthemix.com/speedmixing URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:00:00 A Brief Introduction to Speed Mixing and it's Impact 00:08:33 Strategies for...

Jarrett Pritchard is a versatile producer, recording engineer, and live sound expert with nearly 30 years of experience in the music industry. He also plays guitar in several bands while managing a bustling schedule of tours and projects. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join n...

Rick Carson is a multi Grammy nominated engineer and the founder of Make Believe Studios and plugin company. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:00:00 - The URM Podcast with Rick Carson 00:04:06 - Celebrating Success in Plugin...

Doug Weier is a 3 time Grammy nominated mixing engineer with 21 billboard #1 singles. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:00:00 - Doug Weier: An Impressive Dude 00:12:12 - The Importance of Pocket and Grid in Music Production ...

Austin Coupe is an up and coming producer known for his work with artists such as Moodring, Prison, nothing,nowhere, Citizen and many more. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In This Episode: 00:00:00 - Austin Coupe: The New School Producer 00:0...

Matt Huber is a pop-centric mixing engineer based in Nashville Tennessee. Matt has worked with artists such as Boys Like Girls, Tove Lo, and All Time Low. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In this Episode: 00:03:02 - The Importance of Being in t...

Nick Morzov is a mixer, writer, producer, engineer, and artist. He's known for his work with Animals As Leaders, engineering for Travis Barker, and playing guitar with his band CARTOGRAPHER. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy In this Episode: 00:...

Mike Low, a member of the band Oubliette, formerly of Inferi, and a fantastic engineer/producer, joins Eyal and Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy Chapters: 00:00:00 - Mike Low: From Musician to Engineer 00:09:29 - The V...

Simone Pietroforte, known for his work with artists such as Reflections, Signs of the Swarm, and Distant, joins Eyal and Joel on the URM Podcast. URM Academy is the world’s best online school for metal music producers, with hundreds of tutorials and artists including Meshuggah, Bring Me The Horizon, and Lorna Shore as well as mixers like Will Putney, Tom Lord-Alge, Buster Odeholm and dozens more. Join now at https://urm.academy Chapters: 00:01:42 - Starting Out and Building a Portfolio 00:07...

David Cowell joins Eyal and Joel on the URM Podcast. Chapters: 00:02:07 - The Importance of Helping Bands Break Independently 00:05:53 - The Importance of Going Viral and Putting Yourself Out There 00:09:39 - The Vision for Sleep Theory 00:12:48 - The Journey of Releasing Singles 00:14:44 - The Power of a Viral Moment 00:21:48 - Finding Your Audience on YouTube 00:27:22 - The Art of Writing Music from Dreams 00:39:57 - Old School Approach to Mixing Records 00:45:35 - Unlocking Musical ...

Zach Jones, a producer, songwriter, and mixer, joins Eyal and Joel on the URM Podcast. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Joel's Return to Podcasting 00:01:50 - Catching up with Zach 00:07:33 - Work-Life Balance and Dedication 00:14:41 - Workflow and Quick Production Techniques 00:19:07 - Consistency in Instrument Tones 00:23:40 - The Pressure of Commercial Success 00:27:40 - The Feeling of Monotony in Creative Work 00:35:49 - The Hidden Demo on the Record 00:46:12 - Lack of Originality and Fear of ...

Scott Atkins is a producer best known for his work with Cradle Of Filth and Sylosis. Chapters: 00:02:17 - Starting a Career In Mobile Recording 00:04:30 - Support and Mentorship in the Music Industry 00:11:30 - Balancing Workload and Work-life Balance 00:15:49 - Managing Band Expectations 00:18:08 - The Importance of Structuring Your Day 00:22:41 - The Challenges of Recording in the Studio 00:29:24 - Providing Fresh Perspective on Songwriting 00:38:34 - Challenges of a...

Cody Matthew Johnson is an award-winning composer and the CEO of Emperia Group. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Cody Matthew Johnson: Metal Musician to Game Audio Composer and CEO 00:07:15 - Forging Your Path in Music 00:20:42 - The Crucial Role of Passion and Identity in Creative Work 00:31:12 - Metal's Impact on Gaming Culture 00:38:35 - Managing Hate in the Digital Sphere 01:06:10 - Understanding Video Gaming's Immersive Soundscapes 01:09:19 - Crafting Vibes and Atmosphere With Soun...

Tank The Tech is a guitar, bass, drum tech, tour manager, and successful YouTuber best known for laying out the cold, hard truth about how the touring and music industry works. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Welcome to the Unstoppable Recording Machine Podcast 00:02:24 - The Truth About the Touring Industry 00:05:13 - Why the Music Industry isn't for Everyone 00:07:41 - The Importance of Humanizing Artists 00:10:27 - The Rising Costs of Touring Expenses 00:18:12 - Fond Memories of Van Touring 00:23:32 ...

Justin Mckinney and Derek Rydquist from The Zenith Passage join us to discuss everything you've ever wanted to know about producing top tier tech death. Chapters: 00:06:43 - The Evolution of Music Technology and its Impact on Bands 00:10:07 - Enhancing Songs with Vocal Patterns 00:16:31 - Making Tech Death Accessible 00:19:55 - The Death Metal Voice & Sacrificing Lyrics for Performance 00:26:15 - Refining the Recording Process 00:29:05 - The Challenges of Tracking and Eva...

Jens Bogren is a producer/mixer who is known for his work with bands such as Opeth, Dimmu Borgir, Amon Amarth, and Arch Enemy. He also owns Bogren Digital and Fascination Street Studios. Ihsahn is the vocalist and guitarist in Emperor. Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagr...