John Velasquez is a music producer, mixer, and songwriter based out of LA, CA, USA! In our conversation John and I go deep on the following:The importance of humilityHow he has built a community of creatives that he collaborates withMindfulnessBeing realPatienceWorking with a teamGetting artists to deliver great vocal performancesThe cry testLimitations are goodThe mix = the arrangementHis new studioBe yourselfAnd so much more!You can learn more about John at https://linearmanagement.com/index.php/john-velasquez/You can follow John on Social MediaIG - https://www.instagram.com/thisisntjohnv/***Thanks to our sponsors!***Carl Bahner's resources for studio professionals - https://www.carlbahner.com/resourcesProgressions with Travis Ference - https://www.progressionspodcast.com/listen***Join the Secret Sonics Discord community here(!) - discord.gg/UP97b72W6t***BRAND NEW!*** SECRET SONICS PATREON - patreon.com/benwallickmusicSauce Segment: https://youtu.be/QukinUmMBsk?si=Fuo1DlGS93L6t5LlReferences:Zella Day - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zella_DayLocal Natives - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_NativesVacations - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vacations_(band)You Sexy Thing - https://youtu.be/MhRXOOc_p-0?si=s3bbL3JyYzNoozvBShawn Everett - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shawn_EverettDave McNair - https://www.benwallick.com/podcast-episodes/2023/6/11/secret-sonics-185-dave-mcnair-an-audiophiles-approach-to-masteringConsider rating and reviewing our show on Apple Podcasts and sharing this or any of your favorite episodes with a friend or two.Thank you to Zvi Rodan, Mendy Portnoy, and Yakir Hyman for contributing to the podcast theme music!Thanks to Gavi Kutliroff for editing this episode!You can find out more about Secret Sonics and subscribe on your favorite podcast app by visiting www.secretsonics.coHave a great week, stay safe, and dig in!-Ben