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Bonus Episode - Let's Eat Grandma & David Wrench (Live)
31 augustus 2022 · 1 uur 24 min
In this very special live episode in partnership with AIM, MPG and Transgressive, John is joined by Let’s Eat Grandma’s Rosa Walton and producer David Wrench at Signature Brew to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the band’s third album ‘Two Ribbons’.
Taking us back to the album’s very beginnings, Rosa and David chart each song’s development, from early bedroom demos complete with mumble melodies and simple energy building tricks, to lyrics finished on the day of recording and adding surprising instruments that bring that extra glitter to their music.
Discussing the way in which the band’s creative process has changed in parallel with their different life experiences, the pair share their thoughts on wanting to take on separate subjects and their methods of unifying them into a singular sonic world.
Listen to find out how to approach a breakup song before you’ve broken up, why sometimes you don’t need to worry about microphones and how many chillies were unknowingly consumed in the making of this album.
Unfortunately, we had a few technical difficulties with the recording and so the sound quality isn’t up to our usual standard, but we hope you enjoy this deep dive into the album nonetheless. Lees meerTracks discussed: Levitation, Sunday, Hall of Mirrors
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‘Two Ribbons’ - TransgressiveIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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TN:100 FINNEAS
25 juli 2022 · 1 uur 18 min
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SoundBetter is the world's leading music production talent marketplace, giving you access to the best mixing & mastering engineers, singers, songwriters, producers, and studio musicians in the industry. You can work with Billie Eilish's drummer, U2's mix engineer, or hire the topliners that wrote on the latest BTS record, these pros are keen to work with Indy artists.
Head to SoundBetter.com to find out more. Lees meerIn this milestone 100th episode of Tape Notes, John is joined by the Finneas at Lightship95 Studio, to talk about how he wrote, recorded and produced his album ‘Optimist’ and his new single ‘Mona Lisa Mona Lisa’.
Reflecting on the fluidity of his writing process, Finneas talks us through the varied methods and circumstances in which his tracks took shape, from the very first synth sounds that kick-started ideas, to the detailed sonic decisions that helped each element work towards a cohesive goal.
Alongside the production masterclass, Finneas looks back on his career so far, discussing his family’s involvement with his music and the impact they’ve had on his creativity. We hear stories from the early days of making music videos with his mum, vocal mic shootouts with Billie, and the essential advice that he still lives by.
Listen to find out why mediocrity isn’t a bad thing, how finishing a song isn’t too dissimilar to finishing a meal, and why the correct way to do something isn’t always the correct way.
Tracks discussed: How It Ends, Medieval, Mona Lisa Mona LisaLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
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Listen to ‘Optimist’ here.
Listen to ‘Mona Lisa Mona Lisa’ here.
OYOY Inc, Interscope RecordsIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective.
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Arturia Farfisa
Output Analogue Strings
FabFilter Twin 2
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Soundtoys Little AlterBoy
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Antares Autotune
Native Instruments Bundle
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TN:99 Everything Everything
19 juli 2022 · 1 uur 42 min
In this episode, John heads to Fiction Studios to catch up with Jon and Alex of Everything Everything to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘Raw Data Feel’.
Taking us through the very first scraps of ideas, Jon and Alex pull apart the elements within each demo they often endeavour to carry into the final songs, from the qualities found within their raw desk mixes to the hidden melodies that end up pulling a whole track together.
Alongside Jon’s tips on writing to suit different people’s vocal ranges and Alex’s deep dive into his modular synth collection, we’re given a glimpse into the influence and use of AI on the album, including a sneak peek at the lyrics generated when a system is fed with text from Beowulf, Tumblr feeds and the LinkedIn T&Cs.
Listen to find out how a studio clean out led to a slide guitar feature, why limitation is such a useful tool and what to start cutting out when you’re bored with a track. Lees meerTracks discussed: Jennifer, Leviathan, Software Greatman
Listen to ‘Raw Data Feel’ here.
‘Raw Data Feel’ - Infinity Industries LLP, AWAL Recordings LtdIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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TN:98 Lykke Li & Björn Yttling
6 juli 2022 · 1 uur 39 min
In this episode, John links up with Lykke Li and producer Bjorn Yttling to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced Lykke’s latest album ‘EYEYE’.
Digging into the truly multi-dimensional record, Lykke and Bjorn look back on their process of creating the sonic world in which the tracks all live, from finding different angles to songs by playing them on different instruments, to the breakthrough moments in the studio when an idea just unlocks.
Alongside sharing thoughts on feeling the beat and what makes a very Swedish sounding riff, the conversation turns to Lykke’s start in music, the star quality she possessed that drew Bjorn to her despite some vocal and songwriting flaws, and the constant resistance she faces as an artist.
Listen to why condoms can be helpful tools when micing up, what headphone-phobia does to your recordings, and how to truly tap into the divine within music.
Tracks discussed: OVER, CAROUSEL, u&i Lees meerListen to ‘EYEYE’ here.
'EYEYE' - Play It Again Sam/Crush MusicIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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TN:97 Foals
21 juni 2022 · 1 uur 3 min
In this episode, John is back at Spitfire Audio to catch up with Yannis and Jimmy of Foals, to discuss how they wrote, recorded and produced their new album ‘Life Is Yours’.
Giving us a fascinating insight into their process and how they adapted it for their current 3 piece line up, the pair look back on how they kept their creativity organic and spontaneous, as well as the impact of each new producer along the way.
With writing-room demos and plenty of stories from the studio, we’re given a full rundown of the elements that went into shaping the band’s updated sound, from the list of keywords they wrote before even playing a note through to the almost hour-long jams.
Listen to find out how they sneak discarded ideas back in to the lives show, why it’s so important for the groove of a song to be set before anything else, and what producers often do to keep their production secrets under wraps.
Tracks discussed: Wild Green, 2001 Lees meerListen to ‘Life Is Yours’ here
‘Life Is Yours’- Warner Music UK
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TN:96 Mahalia & JD. Reid
8 juni 2022 · 1 uur 43 min
In this episode, John heads over to Spitfire Audio to chat with Mahalia and producer JD. Reid about how they wrote, recorded and produced the EP ‘Letter To Ur Ex’.
Looking back on their early writing sessions together, the pair reflect on their very first meeting and the approach they took to get the best out of one another. From scatting line after line over a beat and jamming ideas until something just sticks, to the promise of food as a reward for finishing each section of a song.
Alongside sharing their thoughts on blending the worlds of hip-hop and R&B, we’re treated to a production deep dive, looking at the intricate relationships between the parts that make up a beat and the small yet essential ingredients that add so much to each track in such subtle ways.
Listen to find out why Mahalia sometimes sings with a man’s voice, what moments just scream out for a Talk Box, and why it’s always important to look at a track as more than just an instrumental and vocal. Lees meerTracks discussed: Letter To Ur N(ex)t, Whatever Simon Says, In The Club
Listen to ‘Letter To Ur Ex’ here.
‘Letter To Ur Ex’ - Warner Music UKIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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Antares Autotune
Keyscape Rhodes
UAD Empirical Labs Distressor
UAD Empirical Labs Pultec
Universal Audio Apollo Twin (JD’s Interface)
Native Instruments Rickenbacker Bass
Native Instruments Reaktor
Native Instruments Kontakt
Valhalla Reverbs
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TN:95 Toro y Moi
30 mei 2022 · 1 uur 27 min
In this episode, John links up with Chaz Bear, the mind behind Toro y Moi, to talk about how he wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘MAHAL’.
Digging into jam sessions dating back to 2015 with all of the original recordings to hand, Chaz gives us the lowdown on how his musical ideas formulate, and the simple yet impactful journey they undertake to arrive as fully fleshed out tracks.
Reflecting on life as an all-round creative, Chaz looks back on how he got started in music, from the early days using his parent's karaoke machine, to the importance of community and collaboration in today's music world.
Listen to find out what in The Godfather had such a huge influence on a song, why it’s so difficult to create completely emotionless performances, and how to fearlessly explore ideas in your music.
Tracks discussed: Déjà Vu, Magazine, The Loop Lees meerListen to ‘MAHAL’ here.
‘MAHAL’ - Dead OceansIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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Shure SM57
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TN:94 Flume
24 mei 2022 · 1 uur 23 min
Thanks to SoundBetter for supporting this episode of Tape Notes.
SoundBetter is the world's leading music production talent marketplace, giving you access to the best mixing & mastering engineers, singers, songwriters, producers, and studio musicians in the industry. You can work with Billie Eilish's drummer, U2's mix engineer, or hire the topliners that wrote on the latest BTS record, these pros are keen to work with Indy artists.
Head to SoundBetter.com to find out more. Lees meerIn this episode, John links up with Harley Streten, better known as Flume, to talk through how he wrote, recorded and produced the four opening tracks from his mixtape and three albums - ‘Flume’, ‘Skin’, ‘Hi This Is Flume’ and ‘Palaces’.
Digging out files from sessions dating back to his early adventures travelling around Europe, Harley gives us a rundown on some of the key parts of his life in music and how his approach to producing has changed over the years. From his early days using cereal box software to his approach to fixing writer’s block and the mental strain of life in music.
As well as the long list of failed experiments that never made the final tracks, we’re given a full tour of the painstaking tweaks and subtle changes Harley teases into his work to humanise a production.
Listen to find out what question Harley always asks when visiting synth stores, why you shouldn’t be afraid to rip off other people, and what some of the key elements to consider are when navigating success.
Tracks discussed: Sintra, Helix, Hi This Is Flume, Highest BuildingListen to ‘Palaces’ here.
Listen to ‘Skin’ here.
Listen to ‘Flume’ here.
Listen to ‘Hi This Is Flume’ here.
Future Classic, Transgressive Records LtdIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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TN:93 The Chainsmokers
17 mei 2022 · 1 uur 24 min
Thanks to SoundBetter for supporting this episode of Tape Notes.
SoundBetter is the world's leading music production talent marketplace, giving you access to the best mixing & mastering engineers, singers, songwriters, producers, and studio musicians in the industry. You can work with Billie Eilish's drummer, U2's mix engineer, or hire the topliners that wrote on the latest BTS record, these pros are keen to work with Indy artists.
Head to SoundBetter.com to find out more. Lees meerIn this episode, John heads to Miloco’s The Yard Studios to catch up with The Chainsmokers, Alex and Drew, talking through how they wrote, recorded and produced their latest album ‘So Far, So Good’.
Giving us a glimpse into their Hawaii writing sessions and drunken nights in the studio, the duo share the initial sparks and early ideas (both good and not so good) that developed into the final tracks.
As well as a beat building masterclass, creating drum patterns that no one would ever think up, the pair reflect on removing any pressure from their writing process and the impact it had on their creativity.
Listen to find out how to get away with recycling beats from different songs, why sometimes it pays to be the least organised producer in the game, and what the best question to ask yourself is in order to handle almost every situation.
Tracks discussed: If You’re Serious, iPad, I Love UListen to ‘So Far, So Good’ here.
‘So Far, So Good’ - Disruptor Records/Columbia RecordsIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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U-He Diva
Xfer LFO Tool
Zynaptiq Pitchmap
Native Instrument FM8 Synth
Apogee Duet Interface
Apogee Symphony Interface
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Telefunken Mics
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TN:92 Yard Act & Ali Chant
10 maart 2022 · 1 uur 16 min
In this episode, John heads to Bristol to chat with Yard Act’s James, Sam and Ryan along with producer Ali Chant about how their debut album ‘The Overload’ was written, recorded and produced.
Catching up after a big night on the Bristol stop of their tour, the band reflect on their process of bringing the album together, from solitary lockdown demos and recording over WhatsApp videos, to learning how to play the drums and the last minute additions after the tracks had been mastered.
Sharing their experience of transforming what started as a side project into a successful band, we hear stories of giving, receiving and dealing with criticism, the prompts that encouraged several turning points in their writing style and the dangers of overthinking when working on individual parts.
Listen to find out how to write vocals that are suitable for the neighbours, why it’s important to know the difference between congas and bongos, and what in songwriting is not too dissimilar to drawing a monster.
Tracks discussed: The Overload, Land Of The Blind, 100% Endurance Lees meerListen to ‘The Overload’ here.
‘The Overload’ - Island Records, Universal MusicIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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TN:91 Gang of Youths
2 maart 2022 · 1 uur 58 min
In this episode, John is joined by Dave, Donny and Jung from Gang of Youths to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the band’s new album ‘Angel In Realtime’.
Taking us on a global tour, the trio guides us through the wealth of sounds, people and places that had such a huge influence on the album, from London street ambience and the goings-on outside their studio window, to Pacific Island chants and the extraordinary samples that opened up a whole new sonic world for them.
Alongside a look into their musical melting pot, we hear thoughts on criticism, hate and jealousy within music, as well as their attitudes towards cheesiness and embracing who you are and what you love.
Listen to find out how to make a beat from a box of sultanas, why you sometimes might mistake Dave’s voice for a stoned Michael Buble, and how to create the illusion of something being simple - while still throwing 200 layers of tracks at it. Lees meerTracks discussed: You In Everything, Spirit Boy, Hand of God, Goal of the Century
Listen to ‘Angel In Realtime’ here.
‘Angel In Realtime’ - Warner Music UK, Mosy Music LLPIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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FET 47 Mic
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Spitfire Audio Plugins
Spitfire Audio David Fanshawe
Native Instruments Una Corda
Native Instruments Kontakt
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Universal Audio Plugins
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National Reso-Phonic Guitars
Splice
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TN:90 Alt-J & Charlie Andrew
21 februari 2022 · 2 uur 1 min
In this episode, John ventures over to Alt-J’s band studio to chat with Joe, Gus and producer Charlie Andrew about how they wrote, recorded and produced their new album ‘The Dream’.
Unearthing early demos and some very special voice notes, the trio look back on forming the sonic world encapsulated within the record, reflecting on the importance of their individual roles within the writing process along with the fundamental stories behind each track.
From serendipitous church bells to missions of sneaking in old album references, we hear about the intricacies of the kit key to the band’s sound, as well as the little details within each track you won't discover on a first listen.
Listen to find out why Mexican Coke tastes better than American Coke, what a sausage bassoon is, and how to get the best results when recording next to a dance class and a polling station.
Tracks discussed: Bane, The Actor, Get Better Lees meerListen to ‘The Dream’ here.
‘The Dream’ - Infectious Music, BMGIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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TN:89 Bastille & Mark Crew
14 februari 2022 · 1 uur 57 min
In this episode, John heads over to Bastille’s West London HQ to catch up with Dan Smith and producer Mark Crew about how the band wrote, recorded and produced their latest album ‘Give Me The Future’.
Having written most of the tracks in remote lockdown sessions, Dan takes us all the way back through his initial ideas and the random voice notes of inspiration that came to him at the most unexpected times.
As well as sharing their thoughts on the challenges that come with writing a sci-fi concept album and blending them with the usual Bastille ‘bread and butter’, the pair pull apart the intricate production techniques they used in an attempt to recreate the musical characteristics of the 80s.
Listen to find out how the band’s touring crew ended up recording BVs, what is and isn’t considered tasteful when mixing in Dolby Atmos, and what genres are generally pretty dangerous to let a bassist loose on. Lees meerTracks discussed: Thelma + Louise, Back To The Future, Future Holds
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https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to ‘Give Me The Future’ here.
‘Give Me The Future’ - EMI/Virgin RecordsIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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LinnDrum
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Moog
Antares Auto-Tune
Antares Harmony Engine
Soundtoys Alter Boy
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Best of Season 9 - Part 2
10 februari 2022 · 49 min
Find out more about Tape It and redeem 50% off any Pro plan - tape.it/tapenotes
------------------------------ Lees meerWelcome to part two of the Best Of Season 9. We pick up where we left off, looking back and pulling out our selection of highlights and memorable moments from the season.
If you haven’t heard every episode from season 9, this is a good way to introduce yourself to more of the guests we’ve had on and hear some of their top studio tips, unique writing processes, along with the thoughts and philosophies that shape their musical worlds.You’ll hear highlights from:
CHVRCHES
Orla Gartland with Tom Stafford
Courtney Barnett & Stella Mozgawa
Jon Hopkins
Chet Faker
Hiatus KaiyoteListen to the albums featured this season with the links below.
CHVRCHES - ‘Screen Violence’
Orla Gartland - ‘Woman on the Internet’
Courtney Barnett - ‘Things Take Time, Take Time’
Jon Hopkins - ‘Music For Psychedelic Therapy’
Chet Faker - ‘Hotel Surrender’
Hiatus Kaiyote - ‘Mood Valiant’INTRO MUSIC
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Visit our website to join our mailing list: www.tapenotes.co.uk - http://www.tapenotes.co.uk‘Screen Violence’ - EMI, Virgin Records
‘Woman on the Internet’ - New Friends Music
‘Things Take Time, Take Time’ - Marathon Artists
‘Music For Psychedelic Therapy’ - Domino Recordings
‘Hotel Surrender’ - Detail Records, BMG (Australia)
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Best of Season 9 - Part 1
8 februari 2022 · 40 min
Season 9 has been so full of amazing albums that we’ve decided to split this Best Of into two parts. Welcome to Part One!
In this episode, we look back across the season picking out a selection of highlights from our conversations with the artists and producers we were lucky enough to speak to.
If you haven’t heard every episode from the last season, this is a good way to introduce yourself to some of the guests we’ve had on and hear some of their top studio tips, unique writing processes, along with the thoughts and philosophies that shape their musical worlds. Lees meerYou’ll hear highlights from:
Maisie Peters & Joe Rubel
James Vincent McMorrow with Paul Epworth & Lil Silva
Imagine Dragons
Jungle
Mr Jukes & Barney Artist
Frank Carter & the RattlesnakesListen to the albums featured this season with the links below.
Maisie Peters - ‘You Signed Up For This’
James Vincent McMorrow - ‘Grapefruit Season’
Imagine Dragons - ‘Mercury - Act 1’
Jungle - ‘Loving In Stereo’
Mr Jukes & Barney Artist - ‘The Locket’
Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes - ‘Sticky’INTRO MUSIC
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'Grapefruit Season' - Sony Music Entertainment UK
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TN:88 Hiatus Kaiyote
8 december 2021 · 1 uur 38 min
In this episode, John links up with Simon, Perrin and Bender of Hiatus Kaiyote, to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘Mood Valiant’.
Having written the album across the globe, from Rio De Janeiro to Byron Bay, the trio reflect on the development of their writing process, discussing how the effects of taking road-hardened demos to South America pushed their creativity into unfamiliar territory.
Unearthing some unheard recordings dating back to the mid-2010s, we are given a rundown of some of the key moments of the band’s career, along with an in-depth look at some of the joys that come with getting things down on wonky quarter-inch tape and rekindling a friendship with an honorary fifth member, the Korg VC-10.
Listen to find out how to tackle shin cramps whilst playing a Steinway piano in a session, what happens when you combine delicate Colombian flutes with challenging rhythmic danceable beats, and how much the band enjoys the compression of audio on an Instagram story. Lees meerTracks discussed: Rose Water, All The Words We Don’t Say, Get Sun
Listen to ‘Mood Valiant’ here.
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TN:87 Chet Faker
1 december 2021 · 1 uur 52 min
In this episode, John links up with Chet Faker aka Nick Murphy, to talk about how he wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘Hotel Surrender’.
Diving into the tracks initially found within one of his numerous demo playlists, Nick looks back on his variety of music making processes, sharing thoughts on slingshotting around different creative mediums and maximising inspiration.
From scrapbooking and self-sampling to a great deal of file management, we’re treated to stories of productivity-inducing gear limitations and tricks to get strange harmonic options, all alongside advice on putting music out, taking criticism and simply being the best you can be. Lees meerListen to find out how many cowboy monologues were recorded for the album, why you shouldn’t rollerblade in music videos, and how to appropriately react when you’re given Ableton and not Acid Loop Pro.
Tracks discussed: Oh Me Oh My, Low, Feel Good
Listen to ‘Hotel Surrender’ here.
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TN:86 Jon Hopkins
23 november 2021 · 1 uur 48 min
Thanks to SoundBetter for supporting this episode of Tape Notes.
SoundBetter is the world's leading music production talent marketplace, giving you access to the best mixing & mastering engineers, singers, songwriters, producers, and studio musicians in the industry. You can work with Billie Eilish's drummer, U2's mix engineer, or hire the topliners that wrote on the latest BTS record, these pros are keen to work with Indy artists.
Head to SoundBetter.com to find out more. Lees meerIn this episode, John is joined by Jon Hopkins at Iguana Studios to talk about how he wrote, recorded and produced his latest album ‘Music For Psychedelic Therapy’.
Engaging us in the album’s immersive journey, Jon talks us through the spaces and natural processing that shaped the sound of the record, from the depths of an Ecuadorian Cave to the vintage synths recorded in the woods.
Unearthing the individual parts and gradual sonic changes, we hear Jon's outlook on following intuition, responding to ‘bolt of lightning’ ideas and insane bursts of creativity, all tied together with thoughts on consciousness and the links between sound and mind.
Listen to find out how a cheap plugin fault ended up creating the perfect sound, why it is so important to create interest in different frequency groups, and what moment was inspired by a scene from Crocodile Dundee Two.
Tracks discussed: Welcome, Love Flows Over Us In Prismatic Waves, Deep In the Glowing HeartListen to ‘Music For Psychedelic Therapy’ here.
‘Music For Psychedelic Therapy’ - Domino RecordingsIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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TN:85 Courtney Barnett & Stella Mozgawa
16 november 2021 · 1 uur 59 min
In this episode, John links up with Courtney Barnett and producer Stella Mozgawa to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced Courtney’s album ‘Things Take Time, Take Time’.
Ready with the keys to Courtney’s archive of sofa voice notes and Garageband demos, the pair talk us through the entire album process, from their most valuable moments within pre-production, to the hours in the studio where they had to check if they were losing their minds.
Sharing the secrets of the sonics, we hear stories of creating cavernous brass sounds using only a guitar and making fake shakers out of drums, all of which are set alongside the eternal loops sourced from the depths of Stella’s drum machine collection.
Listen to find out how to trick yourself into doing the perfect vocal take, what the best state of mind is to help get ideas flowing, and why producing is far from being a dark art. Lees meerTracks discussed: Turning Green, Here’s The Thing, Oh The Night
Listen to ‘Things Take Time, Take Time’ here.
‘Things Take Time, Take Time’ - Marathon ArtistsIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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Eventide H3000
Eventide H910
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TN:84 Orla Gartland & Tom Stafford
10 november 2021 · 1 uur 47 min
In this episode, John joins Orla Gartland and producer Tom Stafford to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced Orla’s debut album ‘Woman on the Internet’.
From the early stages of throwing musical ideas at the wall to the almost infinite list of recording secrets picked up from their time at Middle Farm Studios, Orla and Tom look back on trying to capture and emulate the original magic from their early sessions, along with bringing light and shade to the record as a whole.
Unearthing old voice memos and opening up the original sessions, we hear stories of blind microphone testing, trying and failing to recreate cheap sounds with ‘posh’ synths, and introducing some of Tom’s modular madness to Orla’s folk-pop sound.
Listen to find out how to get good results when recording with a kids karaoke machine, what making things sound orange and sparkly means, and how gigs at a cereal cafe may have been the start of numerous musical careers.
Tracks discussed: You’re Not Special Babe, Over Your Head, More Like Your
Listen to ‘Woman on the Internet’ here.
‘Woman on the Internet’ - New Friends Music Lees meerIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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TN:83 CHVRCHES
3 november 2021 · 2 uur
In this episode, John links up with Lauren, Iain and Martin of CHVRCHES to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘Screen Violence’.
Largely working remotely from different parts of the world, the trio look back on how they adapted their writing process, discussing how the effects of the pandemic ended up shaping some of the themes and meanings within the album.
Sharing some of their day one demos, we hear stories of forming entire songs around single elements, combining and blending vintage gear with modern recording techniques, and using creative production tricks to respond to and reinforce certain lyrics.
Listen to find how powerful hidden live drums on an electronic beat can be, why you should always keep your day one demo in a session, and how to react when Robert Smith emails you saying “what do you want?” Lees meerTracks discussed: How Not To Drown, He Said She Said, California
Listen to ‘Screen Violence’ here.
‘Screen Violence’ - EMI, Virgin RecordsIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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TN:82 Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes
26 oktober 2021 · 2 uur 14 min
In this episode, John ventures over to Baltic Studios to catch up with Frank and Dean of Frank Carter and the Rattlesnakes about how they wrote, recorded and produced their latest album ‘Sticky’.
Unearthing demos and recordings from their time in a Norfolk holiday cabin, the pair look back on how their process has changed over the years, sharing thoughts on broadening their horizons and blurring the lines of writing and recording.
As well as personal stories of self-sabotage, imposter syndrome and competition within music, the pair single out the ingredients that form their chaotic cacophony of sound, from homemade microphones and recycling unused material, to tuning gunshots from Call of Duty.
Listen to find out why you should collaborate with people that make you feel lazy, how to react when Dave Grohl brings you a tray of shots mid set, and why Frank may soon be performing Moonlight Sonata. Lees meerTracks discussed: Rat Race, Go Get A Tattoo, Take It To The Brink
Listen to ‘Sticky’ here.
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TN:81 Mr Jukes & Barney Artist
19 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 33 min
In this episode, John catches up with Mr Jukes, aka Jack Steadman, and Barney Artist to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced their joint album ‘The Locket’.
Breaking the elements down to their very beginnings, Jack talks us through his sampling process, from YouTube crate digging and detailed editing, to processing and pitching individual hits from his vault of free sample packs.
As well as sharing their thoughts on privilege and ‘making it’ in the world of music, the pair reflect on their partnership, as friends and creatives, discussing some of the most fundamental elements that enabled its success.
Listen to find out why Barney’s battered Peugeot 307 is on the album cover, why it’s not always best to tell a rapper you’ve been making beats, and how to turn a 70s jazz-fusion track into a football chant.
Tracks discussed: Blowin Steam (Open Up Your Mind), The Locket, Vibrate Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
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TN:80 Jungle
12 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 23 min
In this episode, John heads over to Jungle’s West London HQ to catch up with Josh Lloyd-Watson about how the band wrote, recorded and produced their latest record ‘Loving in Stereo’.
Having written a lot of the album in their shed over the last two years, Josh takes us all the way back to the almost 30-minute demos, talking through the process of cherry-picking the best parts and forming the tracks as we know them.
As well as sharing his thoughts on originality, natural creative flow and knowing when to stop, we hear stories of building samples, constantly layering vocals, and blending synths, guitars and orchestral elements into a singular unified sound.
Listen to find out how to get as close to the cheesy line as possible, what happens when you combine a Ron Burgundy flute solo with Baker Street sax, and how to do a great siren impression.
Tracks discussed: Keep Moving, All of the Time, Bonnie Hill Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
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‘Loving In Stereo’ - Caiola Records, AWAL Recordings Ltd
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TN:79 Imagine Dragons
5 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 54 min
In this episode, John links up with Dan and Wayne of Imagine Dragons to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced their latest album 'Mercury - Act 1.
Having spent almost three years writing almost 300 demos, Dan and Wayne look back on the process of whittling down the tracklist and forming the album, from capturing their ideas as quickly as possible, through to working with legendary producer Rick Rubin and deconstructing everything to its purest essence.
As well as sharing their thoughts on creativity, songwriting and their life experiences in the world of music, the pair speak openly about the inspiration and meaning behind some of their most honest tracks to date, while also demonstrating how they let the subject of each song help define its production.
Listen to find out why samples can sometimes work better than a live performance, how raw magic often is captured on a first take, and the wealth of instruments that Dan can create using only his mouth.
Tracks discussed: Dull Knives, It’s Ok, Wrecked Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
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‘Mercury - Act One’ - Interscope Records, KIDinaKORNERIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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Shure SM57
Royer Microphone
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TN:78 James Vincent McMorrow, Paul Epworth & Lil Silva
28 september 2021 · 1 uur 57 min
Back in summer 2020, John headed over to The Church Studios to catch up with James Vincent McMorrow, Paul Epworth and Lil Silva to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced James’s album ‘Grapefruit Season’.
Taking tracks from Dublin to London to LA and back, James talks us through the myriad of iterations the songs went through, exploring the different writing situations and how all of his collaborators had such varied musical impacts.
Paul and TJ lend their producer expertise pulling out individual stems and breaking songs apart, as well as discussing their approaches towards bringing energy to the studio, and sharing thoughts on how production, sounds and songwriting are one and the same.
Listen to find out about the lyric James spent all of his life waiting for, why Paul was such a terrible studio assistant and how a serendipitous ‘adapter’ hunt led to the trio’s partnership.
Tracks discussed: Headlights, Gone, Paradise Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to 'Grapefruit Season' here.
'Grapefruit Season' - Sony Music Entertainment UK
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Moog One
Moog Grandmother
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Teisco Synth
Xfer Serum Synth
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Universal Audio Apollo Twin
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TN:77 Maisie Peters & Joe Rubel
21 september 2021 · 1 uur 41 min
In this episode, John returns to Pixel studios to chat with Maisie Peters and producer Joe Rubel about how they wrote, recorded and produced Maisie’s debut album ‘You Signed Up For This’.
Going through their WhatsApp log of voice notes and ideas, Maisie and Joe look back on the chaotic methods of bringing an album together over lockdown, pulling apart how they carefully married Maisie’s original acoustic sound with more produced elements.
Alongside the wealth of Joe’s production goodness, Maisie sheds some light on her lyric writing process, from the internal rhyming patterns and carefully considered syllables in her writing, to the subtle nods hidden throughout each track.
Listen to find out why Maisie wouldn’t play instruments on her own songs, how to proceed after deciding it’s time to write a banger, and which part of a song you will now have to try and clap along to.
Tracks discussed: You Signed Up For This, I’m Trying (Not Friends), Love Him I Don’t Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to ‘You Signed Up For This’ here.
‘You Signed Up For This’ - Warner Music, Asylum Records, Gingerbread Man Records
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Best of Season 8
14 september 2021 · 55 min
In this episode we look back over Season 8 picking out a selection of highlights and some of the most memorable moments from the artists and producers we were lucky enough to speak to.
If you haven’t heard every episode from the last season, this is a good way to introduce yourself to some of the guests we’ve had on and hear some of their top studio tips, writing processes and all-round philosophies towards creating a record. Lees meerYou’ll hear highlights from:
Royal Blood
Girl In Red and Matias Tellez
Rostam
Dodie and Joe Rubel
Johnny Flynn and Charlie Andrew
Fred Again..
Easy Life and Rob MiltonLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
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Royal Blood - ‘Typhoons’
Girl In Red and Matias Tellez - ‘if i could make it go quiet’
Rostam - ‘Changephobia’
Dodie and Joe Rubel - ‘Build a Problem’
Johnny Flynn and Charlie Andrew - ‘Lost in the Cedar Wood’
Fred Again.. - ‘Actual Life (April 14th – December 17th 2020)‘
Easy Life and Rob Milton - ‘Life's A Beach’Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
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‘Typhoons’ - Warner Records UK, Imperial Galactic Limited, Black Mammoth
‘if i could make it go quiet’ - World In Red, AWAL Recordings
‘Changephobia’ - Matsor Projects
‘Build a Problem’ - doddleoddle, The Orchard
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TN:76 Easy Life & Rob Milton
7 juli 2021 · 1 uur 45 min
In this episode, John is reunited with Murray Matravers from Easy Life and producer Rob Milton, to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the band’s debut album ‘Life’s A Beach'.
From recording in and around lockdowns, in basements, bedrooms and studios, Murray and Rob reflect on the writing process, singling out the sounds, ideas and samples that encapsulate the meaning within the songs.
As well as thoughts on retaining fun in the music and creating joke ideas, we hear stories of intentionally not wanting things to sound good, along with the not very Easy Life elements that are crucial to an Easy Life track.
Listen to find out what to do when you’re stuck in garage MC mode, how many times Rob recorded the word ‘Skeletons’, and which synth line made Murray cry (and still does).
Tracks discussed: skeletons, ocean view, homesickness Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to ‘Life’s A Beach’ here.
‘Life’s A Beach’ - Universal Music, Island Records
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
Shure SM7B
Neumann M149
Roland Juno 106
Sequential Prophet Rev2
Sequential Prophet 5
Sequential Prophet 6
Arturia Synth Emulators
Waves J37 Tape PluginOUR GEAR
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TN:75 Fred again..
28 juni 2021 · 1 uur 57 min
In this episode, John catches up with Fred Gibson, better known as Fred Again.., to talk about how he wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘Actual Life (April 14 - December 17 2020)’.
Having written and produced almost all of the album outside of the studio, Fred talks us through his recording and sampling process, digging into the ways in which each new environment helped shape the individual sound of each track.
Fred enlightens us on the best bits about recording on an iPhone and why it’s so key to his writing process. We’re treated to stories of recreating the voice notes compressor in Logic, jamming along with tracks in the club and playback sessions in the pub.
Listen to find out how a small change in harmony can completely reframe emotion, why mixing will never solve any song problems, and the best ways to fill time when you're not feeling inspired.
Tracks discussed: Sabrina (I Am A Party), Me (Heavy), Angie (I’ve Been Lost) Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to ‘Actual Life (April 14 - December 17 2020)’ here.
‘Actual Life (April 14 - December 17 2020)’ - Warner Music UK Limited. An Atlantic Records UK, 2021 Fred GibsonIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
GEAR MENTIONS
Samplr
Morph Plugin
Logic - Silver Compressor
Logic - Retro Synth
Logic - Step FX
Albino Synth
Native Instruments Battery
Teenage Engineering OP1
Shure SM7B
Roland TR-808
Neumann U47
Yamaha NS10
Zoom iPhone MicOUR GEAR
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TN:74 Johnny Flynn & Charlie Andrew
22 juni 2021 · 1 uur 48 min
In this episode, John ventures up to The Old Workshop Studio to catch up with Johnny Flynn and producer Charlie Andrew about how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘Lost in the Cedar Wood’.
From the summer walks with co-writer Robert Macfarlane to tracking the bones of the album in a solar-powered woodland cottage, Johnny recalls shaping the world of the record, combining both timeless sonics and the ancient stories that are relatable even today.
Getting into the technical elements, Charlie pulls apart some of the detailed sounds and techniques used to enhance each song's energy. We hear stories of stairwell recording, unpredictable gear and creating rhythmic textures from everything except drums.
Listen to find out why impatience in the studio is often a good thing, why Johnny had to make a last-minute Charango order, and the best way to shut your kids up when recording.
Tracks discussed: Ferryman, Bonedigger, Ten Degrees of Strange Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to ‘Lost in the Cedar Wood’ here.
‘Lost in the Cedar Wood’ - Transgressive, Johnny FlynnIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
GEAR MENTIONS
National Trojan Resonator Guitar
Fender P Bass
Space Echo
Chorus Echo
Tape Delay
Vox AC30
Ampeg
Roland Juno 60
MicroKorg
Rhodes
ProTools
Logic ProOUR GEAR
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TN:73 dodie & Joe Rubel
14 juni 2021 · 1 uur 34 min
In this episode John heads over to Pixel Studios to chat with Dodie and producer Joe Rubel about how the album ‘Build A Problem’ was written, recorded and produced.
Unearthing Dodie’s first phone recordings made in her bedroom, the pair dig into the ways in which they preserved and developed her DIY/scrapbook sound in the studio.
As well as lots of sumptuous album easter eggs, Joe indulges us in a multitude of audio tricks. We find out how they managed to flawlessly capture Dodie’s incredibly quiet, intimate vocals, as well as the sounds of windows, Tupperware, screaming and people's thighs.
Listen to hear tales of mood-matching songs and lyrics (then the doing the opposite), how Dodie’s Instagram followers influenced a guitar tuning, and the effects of revisiting songs in different head spaces.
Tracks discussed: Special Girl, Sorry, Before the Line Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to ‘Build a Problem’ here.
‘Build a Problem’ - doddleoddle, The OrchardIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
GEAR MENTIONS
Shure SM7B
Kemper Amps
Thermionic Culture Vulture
Tube-Tech CL 1B Compressor
Sibelius
Any SpongeOUR GEAR
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TN:72 Rostam
8 juni 2021 · 1 uur 39 min
In this episode, John catches up with Rostam to talk about how he wrote, recorded and produced his new album ‘Changephobia’.
Giving us a full tour, Rostam talks us through his incredibly varied songwriting processes, from demoing beats on a Japanese bullet train and jamming with the TV, to improvising parts in the studio and simply writing without his brain.
Going in deep, we’re treated to beat constructions, reverb breakdowns and sax playing that is just all feel, all alongside the subtle sounds that completely transform the emotion in a track.
Listen to find out which plugin changed the way he thinks about recording vocals, why clarity can sometimes completely destroy a vibe, and how to treat an addiction to groove.
Tracks discussed: From The Back of a Cab, 4Runner, Starlight Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to ‘Changephobia’ here.
'Changephobia’ - Matsor Projects
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
Moog Voyager
Korg Trident
Solaris Synth
Roland Juno 60
Line 6 Pedals
ELA M 251 Mic
AKG C414
Eventide H3000
Eventide Swell Reverb
UAD Eventide H910 Harmoniser
Neve BCM 10
Vari-Mu Compressor
Tube-Tech CL 1B Compressor
Neve Preamp 500 Series 1073LB
Waves CLA Vocal Plugin
Universal Audio 1176 Compressor
Valhalla Shimmer
McDSP M404
Ableton
Sibelius
ProToolsOUR GEAR
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TN:71 girl in red & Matias Tellez
1 juni 2021 · 1 uur 38 min
In this episode John links up with Marie Ulven, aka girl in red, and producer Matias Tellez, to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced her debut album ‘if i could make it go quiet’.
With Marie’s original bedroom recordings to hand, the pair take us through how they built on the framework of her demos, singling out the minuscule details in each track that you probably wouldn’t notice, but are completely responsible for the vibe.
Alongside stories of recording without reverb and taking energy from different genres, Marie discusses the sentiment behind her lyrics as well as the individual syllable and pronunciation changes that had such big impacts.
Listen to find out how to create an electronic beat from acoustic instruments, why you should always check things with a tremolo on, and what the appropriate response is when Taylor Swift posts about your album!
Tracks discussed: Body And Mind, Did You Come?, Apartment 402 Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to ‘if i could make it go quiet’ here.
‘if i could make it go quiet’ - World In Red, AWAL Recordings
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
Stam Audio SA-47
Neve Preamps
Retro Instruments Sta-Level Compressor
Soundtoys Devil-Loc
Soundtoys Alter BoyOUR GEAR
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TN:70 Royal Blood
24 mei 2021 · 1 uur 49 min
In this episode, John heads down to Royal Blood’s secret studio near Brighton to catch up with Mike and Ben about how they wrote, recorded and produced their chart-topping album ‘Typhoons’.
Having written the majority of the record apart from each other in lockdown, the duo reflect on their creative process, from forming demos on the living room sofa to dipping their toes in musical moves they’ve never had the guts to do before.
Incorporating the dance floor into their world for the first time, we hear how they combined disco influences with sounds from the depths of hell, as well as the inside details on song structuring, adapting drum parts, and tricks to help nail vocal writing.
Listen to find out how a looped mistake can become the basis of a hook, how a £30 amp from eBay helped form the majority of the record’s sound, and how Brad Pitt almost made a feature.
Tracks discussed: Typhoons, Limbo, Mad Visions Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to ‘Typhoons’ here.
‘Typhoons’ - Warner Records UK, Imperial Galactic Limited, Black MammothIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
GEAR MENTIONS
Universal Audio Apollo Twin
Universal Audio Preamps
Shure SM7B
Spectrasonics Keyscape
Soundtoys Pan Man
OverstayerOUR GEAR
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Best of Season 7
19 mei 2021 · 1 uur
In this episode we pick out a selection of highlights from Season 7. If you haven’t heard every episode from the last season, this is a good way to introduce yourself to some of the artists and producers we’ve had on and hear some of their top studio tips, writing processes and all-round philosophies towards creating a record. Lees meer
You’ll hear highlights from:
Bicep
Idles with Nick Launay and Adam Greenspan
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard
Paul Weller with Stan Kybert and Charles Rees
Adam Buxton
Fontaines DC and Dan Carey
Slowthai with Kwes Darko
SG LewisLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to the albums featured this season with the links below.
Bicep - ‘Isles’
IDLES - ‘Ultra Mono’
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard - ‘K.G.’ & ‘L.W.’
Paul Weller - ‘On Sunset’
Fontaines D.C. - ‘Dogrel’ & ‘A Hero’s Death’
Slowthai - ‘TYRON’
S.G. Lewis - ‘Times’OUR GEAR
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'Isles' - Ninja Tune
'Ultra Mono' - Partisan Records
'K.G.' and 'L.W' - A KGLW Release
'On Sunset' - A Polydor Records Release; Solid Bond Productions Limited, under exclusive license to Universal Music
Operations Limited
'Dogrel' and 'A Hero's Death' - Partisan Records
‘TYRON' - A Method Records/Interscope/AWGE release.
'Times' - A PMR/EMI release, under exclusive license to Universal Music Operations Limited
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TN:69 SG Lewis
20 april 2021 · 2 uur
In this episode, John catches up with Sam Lewis AKA SG Lewis to get lost in the disco grooves of his album ‘Times’.
Digging deep into the writing and production, Sam charts the development of the tracks right the way through from the demos and initial studio sessions, to recreating sounds and samples with disco legends.
As well as treating us to unheard Chic versions and heaps of Nile Rodgers riffing, he reflects on learning to record his voice for the first time, along with the realisation that singing isn’t always about singing.
Listen to find out about the hardest parts of recreating demo magic, how a healthy dose of sidechain compression can create the ultimate vocal bounce, and why sometimes all you need is an iPhone to record a piano.
Tracks discussed: One More, Feed The Fire, Chemicals
LINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotes Lees meerListen to 'Times' here.
'Times' - A PMR/EMI release, under exclusive license to Universal Music Operations Limited
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
Sequential OB6
OB-Xd (Free)
Teenage Engineering OP1
Minimoog
Roland Jupiter
Gem Dopamine
UAD Oxford Inflator
Valhalla Vintage Verb
Waves Doubler
Native Instruments MassiveOUR GEAR
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TN:68 slowthai & Kwes Darko
13 april 2021 · 1 uur 51 min
In this episode, John is joined by slowthai and producer Kwes Darko at Iguana Studios, to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘Tyron’.
With voice messages, demos and stems in hand, Ty and Kwes lay out the development of each track, from the gear and technicalities of capturing vocals and making a beat that hits hard, to the smallest production details that often have the biggest emotional impact.
Delving into the deep stuff, the pair discuss the philosophies and attitudes at the heart of their tight artist-producer relationship, as well as sharing wise words on creativity, development and some of the best forms of inspiration.
Listen to find out why Ty had to out rap a rapper on his own track, how they used Twitter as a creative tool, and the reason why you should always check a mix in the car.
Tracks discussed: MAZZA, PLAY WITH FIRE, adhd Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
Listen to 'TYRON' here.
'TYRON' - A Method Records/Interscope/AWGE release.GEAR MENTIONS
AKG C414
Neumann U87
Mellotron
Roland TR-808
Soundtoys Decapitator
Empirical Labs Distressor
Tube-Tech
Neve Preamps
Universal Audio Neve 1073
Universal Audio Apollos
Universal Audio
Neumann NDH 20
Genelec Monitors
Fender Stratocaster
Native Instruments Komplete
East West Virtual InstrumentsOUR GEAR
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TN:67 Fontaines D.C. & Dan Carey
5 april 2021 · 1 uur 27 min
Catching up on some much-needed studio goodness, John returns to Mr Dan’s studio to chat with Conor and Tom of Fontaines D.C. and producer Dan Carey, about how they wrote, recorded and produced the albums 'Dogrel’ and ‘A Hero’s Death’.
With rehearsal room and garden shed demos in hand, Conor, Tom and Dan give us a rundown of some of the key moments of the band’s career, from first meetings at a 20 person gig to recording an entire album in LA, and then redoing it in London.
Digging into the recording process, we hear thoughts on the ultimate ways to capture the full experience of a live band, and Dan explains the ins and outs of getting things down on tape.
Listen to find out what was achieved when the band built an amp castle, how a room became their new sixth member, and why so much skill is involved in playing one note bass lines.
Tracks discussed: Too Real, A Hero’s Death, You Said Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to 'Dogrel' here.
Listen to 'A Hero's Death' here.
'Dogrel' and 'A Hero's Death' - Partisan Records
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
Swarmatron
Logic Pro
Ludwig Black Beauty
Fender Coronado
Fender Mustang
Rainger Minor ConcussionOUR GEAR
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TN:66 Adam Buxton
18 maart 2021 · 2 uur 7 min
In this very special episode John steps inside the jingle factory of podcaster, comedian, writer, actor and musician Adam Buxton.
Digging into the depths of his archive, Adam charts his life and career breaking down the songs and jingles that punctuated each moment. From finding arpeggiators in music shops and writing ‘smutty’ rhymes with his friends, to applying advice from Nigel Godrich in the epic efforts of Song Wars on the Adam and Joe Show.
Alongside all of the jingle fun, we’re treated to comparisons between the aspects of music and comedy, the effects of cultural fascination and exclusion, as well as thoughts on mental health when writing.
Listen to find out where Adam got the inspiration to combine Scott Walker with Will.I.Am and Britney, why he decided to recreate all of the audio in Star Wars, and the truth behind how irritated he actually got with Joe during Song Wars. Lees meerTracks discussed: The Podcast Groove, Mind of a Pirate, The Counting Song, Special Bath, Playboi Buckles, Like and Subscribe and many many more.
LINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesIntro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel Collective
GEAR MENTIONS
Casio VL Tone
Suzuki Omnichord
Gladiator Synth
Logic Pro
GaragebandOUR GEAR
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TN:65 Paul Weller, Stan Kybert & Charles Rees
9 maart 2021 · 1 uur 22 min
In this episode, John heads to Black Barn Studios to chat with Paul Weller along with producer Stan Kybert and engineer Charles Rees, about how they wrote, recorded and produced the album ‘On Sunset’.
From recycling and resampling old tunes to recording new ideas on his phone, Paul reflects on his years of endless experimentation in the studio, sharing his thoughts on what makes a good song along with the decisive musical elements that reinforce meaning.
Revisiting different versions of the tracks, we hear the trio breaking down the different mic setups and the vintage gear they used to recreate the sound of an era.
Listen to find out why Paul wrote a song on his kids Casio keyboard and how to play a Hammond with a screwdriver.
Tracks discussed: Mirrorball, More, On Sunset Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to 'On Sunset' here.
'On Sunset' - A Polydor Records Release; Solid Bond Productions Limited, under exclusive license to Universal Music Operations Limited
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
Neumann U87
Coles 4038 Ribbon Mic
Sontronics Mercury
Izotope Stutter Edit
Hofner Club Bass
Hammond Keyboard
Vacuvox
Fairchild 660 & 670 Compressors
Custom Neve ConsoleOUR GEAR
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TN:64 King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard
2 maart 2021 · 1 uur 33 min
In this episode, John catches up with King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard frontman and producer Stu Mackenzie to talk about how the band wrote, recorded and produced the albums, ‘K.G.’ and ‘L.W.’
Armed with various living room demos, phone recordings and plenty of stems, Stu delves into the successes and difficulties that came with each band member having to write and record from home, sharing how the completely unfamiliar process shaped their two lockdown records.
Firing on all sonic cylinders, we’re given an insight into recording and mixing tracks with two drum kits, linear songwriting with constantly evolving time signatures, as well as the effects of microtonal retuning.
Listen to find out how the band switch from being ‘gentle fellas’ to ‘heavy monsters’, what they did when they didn’t have a bass that could play low enough and why the flute has ended up on so many of their tracks.
Tracks discussed: Automation, If Not Now, Then When?, K.G.L.W. & K.G.L.W. Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to 'K.G.' here.
Listen to 'L.W.' here.
'K.G.' and 'L.W' - A KGLW Release
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
Beyerdynamic M88
Mellotron
Fender Hot Rod Deluxe
Yamaha DX7
Nord Keyboards
Ableton
Logic ProOUR GEAR
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TN:63 IDLES, Nick Launay & Adam Greenspan
23 februari 2021 · 2 uur 16 min
In this episode John is joined by Idles guitarist Mark Bowen along with co-producers Nick Launay and Adam “Atom” Greenspan to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced the band’s latest album ‘Ultra Mono’.
Unearthing backstage phone demos and rehearsal room recordings, Bowen, Nick and Adam look back on how the album was pulled together, from the band’s chats about concepts to the eight days recording the whole record.
Reminiscing on their time in La Frette Studios, we hear stories of both the raucousness and intense focus encapsulated within an Idles session. The trio dig into the explosive drum recording, their staircase microphone setup and the special sauce that forms the very essence of an Idles track.
Listen to find out what happened when Warren Ellis made a surprise studio visit, why everyone got sent out of the room during some of the vocal takes, and why civilised French lunches were so key to the album’s success. Lees meerTracks discussed: War, The Lover, A Hymn
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'Ultra Mono' - Partisan Records
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Fender Baritone Guitar
Drolo Stammen Pedal
Moog MiniFooger Ring Mod Pedal
Zvex Lofi Junky
Fender Twin Amp
Hiwatt-100
Hiwatt-200
Sunn Model T
Marshall SLP
Marshall JCM800
Fender Bassman Amp
Ampeg
Roland Jazz Chorus
EAR Compressors
Neve 1081
API Console
Neve Console
Aston Stealth
Soundtoys Alter Boy
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TN:62 Bicep
15 februari 2021 · 1 uur 54 min
In quite possibly one of the most synth-heavy episodes ever, John catches up with Matt and Andy of Bicep to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced their latest album ‘Isles’.
Unravelling the mystery of how they do what they do, Matt and Andy talk us through the countless demos and subsequent iterations, exploring the abundance of sounds and samples sent to them from collaborators and how this influenced the direction of their music.
From hours spent experimenting in the studio to what they did when creativity hit a low, we hear stories of mixing vintage gear with the latest kit, the intricacies of using drum machines to trigger synths, and anecdotes on how they both became masters of the modular synthesizer.
Listen to find out how they ended up with a ‘Kenny G’ version of a track, why they bought every kids Casio keyboard they could get their hands on, and why there is no such thing as a warm-up set in Belfast.
Tracks discussed: Atlas, Apricots, Saku, Lido Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
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'Isles' - Ninja Tune
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
Akai MPC MPC Sampler
Alesis Andromeda
Deckard’s Dream
E-mu SP-1200
Intellijel Metropolis
Intellijel Atlantis
Roland Juno 60
Korg MonoPoly
Korg PolySix
Lexicon Reverb
Make Noise Modular Synthesiser
NIIO Analogue Filter
Nyle Filter
Roland SH-101
Roland Jupiter
Roland Super JD
Roland TR-909
Roland TR-808
Tiptop Audio RS-909 Rimshot
Verbos Harmonic Oscillator
Waldorf Microwave
Yamaha Portasound
Yamaha CS-80
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Valhalla Reverbs
Casio Keyboard
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Best of Season 6
11 februari 2021 · 1 uur 8 min
In this episode we pick out a selection of highlights from Season 6. If you haven't heard every episode from the last season, this is a good way to introduce yourself to some of the other artists and producers we've had on and hear their tips, tricks and stories.
Have a listen to see what you've been missing! Lees meerYou'll hear highlights from:
Paul Epworth
Disclosure
Biffy Clyro and Rich Costey
Georgia and Mark Ralph
Jacob Collier
Nova Twins and Jim Abbiss
Nothing But Thieves
Sports Team and Burke Reid
Glass Animals
Haim with Ariel Rechtshaid and Rostam Batmanglij
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TN:61 Lianne La Havas, Sam Crowe & Beni Giles
16 december 2020 · 1 uur 47 min
In this biscuit fuelled episode, John is joined by Lianne La Havas along with producers Sam Crowe and Beni Giles to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced Lianne’s latest album ‘Lianne La Havas’.
Delving into Lianne's most personal work yet, the trio takes us through the moments the initial song ideas were formed, through the various stages of their development right to the finished versions.
Illustrated with recordings made throughout the album’s journey, we hear stories of capturing the perfect vocal takes, trying piano voicing's on guitar and tales on the phenomenon of song writing.
Listen to find out why talkback mics sometimes trump fancy mics, how they ventured to the scariest parts of a flute, and how cabbages made it onto the record.
Tracks discussed: Bittersweet, Green Papaya, Seven Times Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
https://linktr.ee/tapenotesListen to 'Lianne La Havas' here.
'Lianne La Havas' - Warner Records UK
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
AKG C414
Moog Sub-37
Yamaha REFACE CS
Roland TR-808
BX20 BX Spring Reverb
Sub Kick Mic
Audio-Technica Microphone
Squire GuitarsOUR GEAR
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TN:60 Haim, Ariel Rechtshaid & Rostam Batmanglij
9 december 2020 · 1 uur 58 min
Thanks to SoundBetter for supporting this episode of Tape Notes.
SoundBetter is the world's leading music production talent marketplace, giving you access to the best mixing & mastering engineers, singers, songwriters, producers, and studio musicians in the industry. You can work with Billie Eilish's drummer, U2's mix engineer, or hire the topliners that wrote on the latest BTS record, these pros are keen to work with Indy artists.
Head to SoundBetter.com to find out more. Lees meerIn this episode, John catches up with Danielle from Haim along with co-producers Ariel Rechtshaid and Rostam Batmanglij to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced Haim’s latest album ‘Women in Music Pt. III’.
With recordings of jams, writing sessions and iPhone Garageband demos, Danielle, Ariel and Rostam pull apart their creative process, exploring the inspiration behind their ideas and what they did to bring them to life.
From hearing song ideas through the floor to finding a fix for everyone’s demoitus, the trio treat us to an absolute masterclass in song writing.
Listen to find out how they emulated a booty call on the bass, why they auditioned people for a phone call recording, and how Bono almost made it on to the album.
Tracks discussed: Gasoline, 3am, The StepsLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
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'Women In Music Pt. III' - HAIM Productions Inc., under exclusive licence to Universal Music Operations Limited
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
Universal Audio Apollos
Universal Audio 1176 Compressor
KORG Gadget 2 App
AKG BX10 Spring Reverb
Moogerfooger MF-101 Pedal
Pioneer 800 Mixer
Farfisa
Roland TR-808
Scully Tape Machine
Neve Desk
Fender Stratocaster
Camco Drum KitOUR GEAR
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TN:59 Glass Animals
3 december 2020 · 1 uur 53 min
Returning for his second outing on Tape Notes, John links up with Glass Animals frontman and producer Dave Bayley, to talk about how the band wrote, recorded and produced their latest album ‘Dreamland’.
Born out of an emotional time of uncertainty for the band, Dave discusses the unexpected moments that formed the foundations of the album. Breaking down his writing process from start to finish, we’re treated to the very initial demos and samples recorded on the fly, along with the wealth of production tricks used to create Glass Animals unique sound.
We hear secrets behind reverse drum beats, reverb and delay EQs, as well as the latest iteration of Dave’s crack choir.
Listen to find out how Dave attempted to conjure up his inner Dr Dre, how an entire song was forged using just a voice, and what currently sits in the Glass Animals guitar graveyard.
Tracks discussed: Dreamland, Space Ghost Coast to Coast, It’s All So Incredibly Loud Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
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'Dreamland' - Wolf Tone Records, a division of Universal Music Operations Limited
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
Neve 1073
Universal Audio Reverb
Valhalla Vintage Verb
Soundtoys Alter Boy
Soundtoys Decapitator
Neumann U67
Mellotron Plugin
Maestro Rhythm King Drum Machine
Roland TR-808
Sequential Prophet
Fender Stratocaster
Hammond B3 Organ
Native Instruments
Spectrasonics Omnisphere
Ableton
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TN:58 Nothing But Thieves
25 november 2020 · 1 uur 53 min
In this episode, John catches up with Conor, Joe and Dom from Nothing But Thieves, to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced their latest album ‘Moral Panic’.
Loaded up with original demo sessions and ideas recorded while on tour, the boys sift through some of the sounds, stories and musical concepts that shaped their songwriting process.
Conor enlightens us on his thoughts about vocal production, breaking down the different shades of his voice across the album. We hear geeky tales of musical maths as well as ideas on the importance of groove and precise rhythmic changes that have the power to completely alter the feel of a song.
Listen to find out how a YouTube binge led to the start of a new song, which characters they channelled when recording and why they may have been awarded the key to an East Sussex town. Lees meerTracks discussed: Unperson, Is Everybody Going Crazy?, Real Love Song
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'Moral Panic' - Sony Music Entertainment UK Limited
Intro Music - Sunshine Buddy, Laurel CollectiveGEAR MENTIONS
reVOLVER DX Pedal
Eventide Harmonizer
Soothe Plugin
Moog DFAM
Teenage Engineering OP1
Roland TR-808
Roland Juno
Korg MS-20
Heil Microphones
Neumann U67
Neumann U47
Neve Shelford Channel
Vox Amps
Fender Telecaster
Gibson Les Paul
Marshall Amps
Gretsch Guitars
Epiphone Thunderbird Bass
Humbucker Pickups
Arturia Synth Emulators
Logic ProOUR GEAR
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TN:57 Nova Twins & Jim Abbiss
18 november 2020 · 1 uur 33 min
In this episode, John catches up with Nova Twins’ Amy and Georgia along with producer Jim Abbiss to talk about how they wrote, recorded and produced their debut album ‘Who Are The Girls?’
Reflecting on venturing into the studio for the first time with a ‘big name’ producer, Amy, Georgia and Jim delve into their “ropey” demos written in a tiny room at Georgia's house, unravelling how they formed their raucous balance of electronics, punk and heavy hitting guitar and bass riffs. We’re given a glimpse into the secrets of the duo's mammoth pedal boards, revealing how they are so much more than extensions of their instruments.
Listen to hear drum parts written for drummers with more than two arms, studio debates about a cowbell, and how many biscuits were consumed during the making of the album.
Tracks discussed: Vortex, Taxi, Play Fair Lees meerLINKS TO EVERYTHING TAPE NOTES
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'Who Are The Girls?' -Nova Twins Ltd in collaboration with 333 Wreckords CrewGEAR MENTIONS
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Fender Mustang
Bypass Looper
Gretsch Guitars
Logic Pro
GaragebandOUR GEAR
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