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FromSecret Sonics

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Jun 7, 2020

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In light of current events, I couldn't just release another episode, as usual, this week.https://www.theshowmustbepaused.com/

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Jun 7, 2020

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Titles in the series (100)

Honest conversations with real-world music producers and audio professionals from across the globe - exploring their creative processes and finding the inspiration to make amazing music! Join us weekly :)

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Secret Sonics 029 - IVEEN: IVEEN is a multi-instrumentalist/singer-songwriter from Atlanta, Georgia, USA You can follow IVEEN and learn more about her at https://www.instagram.com/iveenofficial/ and https://www.facebook.com/IVEENofficial/ Check out her cover of Youngblood... by Secret Sonics
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Secret Sonics 032 - DJ Raphi: DJ Raphi is the founder of Premium Entertainment, creator of the interactive DJ and professional beatboxer, breakdancer and international performer. You can learn more about Raphi Nathan and his endeavors here: https://en.djraphi.com/ You can follow... by Secret Sonics
38 min listen
Secret Sonics 001 - The Intro: A quick introduction to this brand new podcast; what to expect and why you should follow along! SecretSonics.co by Secret Sonics
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Secret Sonics 002 - Mendy Portnoy: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find us at www.secretsonics.co Follow along via social media here: Facebook: www.facebook.com/SecretSonicsPod... by Secret Sonics
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Secret Sonics 003 - Hillel Reiner: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find us at www.secretsonics.co Follow along via social media here: Facebook: www.facebook.com/SecretSonicsPod... by Secret Sonics
44 min listen
Secret Sonics 004 - Ami Kozak: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find us at www.secretsonics.co Follow along via social media here: Facebook: www.facebook.com/SecretSonicsPod... by Secret Sonics
53 min listen
Secret Sonics 008 - Howard Feibusch by Secret Sonics
48 min listen
Secret Sonics 007 - Mo Ackerman: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find out more about Mo Ackerman here: https://www.moackerman.com/ Mo's Instagram:... by Secret Sonics
41 min listen
Secret Sonics 022 - Dissecting "Revolver" by the Beatles with Jacob Gorensteyn: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! Unlike most episodes of the podcast, in this episode, Jacob and I sat down in my living room, listened to a revolutionary record (on vinyl!) and had a conversation about how it was made and how it... by Secret Sonics
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Secret Sonics 017 - Eric Sarafin AKA Mixerman: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Eric Sarafin is a gold and platinum award winning record producer and mixer. You can find out more about Eric... by Secret Sonics
51 min listen
Secret Sonics 010 - Skimmy (formerly known as Infinity): Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find out more about Infinity here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infinity_(producer) Infinity's Instagram... by Secret Sonics
48 min listen
Secret Sonics 026 - Real Talk with Max Daniels: Reflections and goals as we end a decade in audio and embark on a new one: Max Daniels is an audio and mixing engineer based out of Bet Shemesh, Israel! You can find out more about Max at https://www.mixedbymax.com/ References: The Six Figure Home Studio Podcast... by Secret Sonics
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Secret Sonics 015 - Decco: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Decco is the brainchild of the prolific producers and songwriters Joacim Persson and Sebastian Arman. You can find out more... by Secret Sonics
48 min listen
Secret Sonics 012 - Dan Mufson: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find out more about Dan Mufson here - https://www.danmufson.com/ Dan's Instagram... by Secret Sonics
48 min listen
Secret Sonics 035 - Sam Moses: Sam Moses is a mastering engineer and owner of Moses Mastering based out of Nashville, TN, USA. You can learn more about Sam and his services here: https://www.mosesmastering.com/ You can follow Sam on Social Media... by Secret Sonics
96 min listen
Secret Sonics 016 - Matt Clarke: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Matt Clarke is music producer based out of Sydney, Australia specializing in heavy music. You can find out more about Matt... by Secret Sonics
49 min listen
Secret Sonics 011 - Freddie Fabian: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find out more about Freddie Fabian here: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/133460-freddie-fabian Freddie’s Instagram:... by Secret Sonics
60 min listen
Secret Sonics 005 - Eduard Kort: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find us at www.secretsonics.co Follow along via social media here: Facebook: www.facebook.com/SecretSonicsPod... by Secret Sonics
67 min listen
Secret Sonics 034 - Ian Dotson: Ian Dotson "Aka Datsun" is a singer-songwriter and music producer based out of Atlanta, GA, USA. You can follow "Datsun" on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datsunmusic/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DatsunMusic/ You can listen... by Secret Sonics
45 min listen
Secret Sonics 009 - Jonathan Friedlander: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find out more about Jonathan Friedlander here: https://www.mixedbyjon.com/ Jonathan’s Instagram:... by Secret Sonics
56 min listen
Secret Sonics 050 - Ebonie Smith: Ebonie Smith is a music producer, audio engineer, and songwriter based out of NYC, USA! She currently works as a music producer and engineer for Atlantic Records. You can learn more about Ebonie here: http://www.eboniesmith.com/ You can follow... by Secret Sonics
58 min listen
Secret Sonics 006 - Asher Parkes: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find out more about Asher Parkes here: https://www.asherparkes.com/ Asher's Instagram:... by Secret Sonics
45 min listen
Secret Sonics 019 - Aryeh Kunstler: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Aryeh Kunstler is a guitarist, music producer, and mixing engineer based out on NY. Find out more about Aryeh... by Secret Sonics
53 min listen
Secret Sonics 018 - Solocast #2 - Touring Life, 5 Critical Concepts for Getting Started at Music Production: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.co Follow... by Secret Sonics
14 min listen
Secret Sonics 021 - Amit Golan: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Amit Golan is an audio engineer, music producer and mixing/mastering engineer based out of Jerusalem, Israel. You can find... by Secret Sonics
50 min listen
Secret Sonics 013 - Ori Winokur: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. You can find out more about Ori Winokur here - http://www.oriwinokur.com/html/ Ori's Facebook page... by Secret Sonics
46 min listen
Secret Sonics 020 - Ben Didelot: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Ben Didelot is a bass-guitarist, music producer, songwriter and mixing engineer based out of Atlanta, Georgia. You can find... by Secret Sonics
58 min listen
Secret Sonics 030 - Tackling Self-Doubt with Yakir Hyman: Yakir Hyman is the guitarist for rock n' roll legend Tom Schiffour, co-founder of the band Photon, and unapologetic lover of Coffee & Phish! When Yakir isn't busy riffing the nights away on his trusty G&L ASAT, you can find him crushing business... by Secret Sonics
67 min listen
Secret Sonics 014 - Solocast #1 - My Signal Path, Templates, Working in Unideal Spaces: Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this "solocast" episode, I would love to hear your feedback and ideas for future episodes like this. You can always email me at secretsonics@gmail.com As always, you can look... by Secret Sonics
17 min listen
Secret Sonics 024 - Solocast #3 - I Moved My Studio!: I moved my studio into my home! Check out the story and some interesting takeaways in this episode! Thanks for listening to this episode of Secret Sonics! I hope you enjoyed this episode :) Look out for new episodes weekly. Some links from this... by Secret Sonics
13 min listen

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