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MPW Podcast

A podcast to help empower women to learn about music production, audio engineering, and the general music industry. Each episode is a discussion between the Founder of Music Production for Women, Xylo Aria, and a renowned expert on the topic of the day. Feel inspired and learn how to take your first steps into the music industry by hearing the stories of the guests and their various journeys. The MPW podcast aims to give musicians of today enough starting knowledge without feeling too daunted or

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30. Less is more!

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2021/05/13

When starting out in the music production or mixing journey, it can be often tempting to keep adding where sometimes taking away may be the right solutions. In this episode, Xylo chat with producer and mixer Nick Mills about his production and mixing process and specifically, the tricks he has to not overdo it! Follow Nick Mills: https://www.instagram.com/_nickmills_/ Become a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW:

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29. Composing for Visuals

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2021/04/29

In this episode, Xylo chats with LA based producer and composer Drum & Lace on producing for film and visuals, how she got her breaks in the industry and also how to deal with rejection in the industry. Follow Drum & Lace: https://www.instagram.com/drumandlace/ Get 30% off the first year's subscription for Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/mpw Support us by becoming a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW:

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28. Playback engineering, what is it?

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2021/04/15

The job of a playback engineer can sometimes be misunderstood. In this episode Xylo chat with experienced playback engineer Rayna Zemel on what the job of a playback engineer entails, her tips to get into it, and also some insightful stories of her time on tour with many world-renowned artists. Follow Rayna Zemel: https://www.instagram.com/rayzemel/ Become a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW:

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27. Women in music - a man's perspective

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2021/04/01

The issue of underrepresentation is sometimes spoken about within silos of men or women but not often between men and women on an equal playing field. In this episode, Xylo chats with guest artist and song-writer Benn Jordan on his take on why there are so few female producers. The episode was inspired by Benn's Youtube video exploring this very issue. Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ipb81z46kI&t=1820s Follow Benn Jordan: https://www.instagram.com/bennjordan/ Become a member

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00:53:59

26. Finding Creativity in a Rut

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2021/03/18

Have you ever sat down to write a song and your brain feels like jelly and tells you that you have no more creativity left if you? Lucky for you, seasoned songwriter Lizzy McAvoy has been in this situations and overcome it countess times, proven by her Gold and Silver Certified song credits aswell as writing for some of the biggest publishing labels in the world. Follow Lizzy McAvoy: https://www.instagram.com/lizzymacattack/ Become a member of MPW:

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00:26:10

25. We'll be fine, with sound design

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2021/03/04

The term Sound Design can cover a huge number of things including creating sounds from scratch, to recording environmental noises to manipulating samples. In this episode Xylo chats with sound designer Dom Smart on his various experiences in the field and all the different career paths that sound design can lead into. Follow Dom Smart: https://www.instagram.com/neurodriveruk/ Get 30% off the first year's subscription for Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/mpw Support us by becoming a member of

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24. The brand for your band

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2021/02/18

When creating music, an artist's focus can often be on just that, creating music! While that's great, the importance of giving time and thought to a release strategy and PR can be forgotten. In this episode, Whitney Asher, CEO of The Marketing Mixtape shares her best time for DIY tips for when they're approaching self-marketing and where to get startet. Follow The Marketing Mixtape: https://www.instagram.com/themarketingmixtape/ Become a member of MPW:

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23. Vocals that pop!

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2021/02/04

Vocals are often the most important element of a track and need some attention during the mix stage to ensure they have the desired presence and feel. In this episode, Xylo Aria discusses the process of mixing vocals, different vocal mixing techniques and favourite plugins with renowned producer and engineer Damien Lewis. Follow Damien Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/damienpagelewis/ Support us by becoming a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with

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00:48:45

22. Working with Metal

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2021/01/21

When we think heavy metal, we think a lot of sounds that are really big! Sometimes when we have many sounds fighting for an area of space, it can be a challenge to give each the clarity and space it needs. In this episode Xylo chats with multi-platinum award-winning producer and mixer, Ulrich Wild about working with rock and heavy metal music and his best tips on producing and mixing this genre. Follow Ulrich Wild: https://www.instagram.com/iamulrichwild/ Support us by becoming a member of MPW:

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00:43:11

21. That human connection

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2021/01/07

Often when we think production, we think the technical aspects of production and how to create better sounding sounds using the tools available. In this episode however, we chat to producer Maria Elisa Ayerbe about the all important human connection of the producer with the music and the artist. Listen for Maria's tips on how to get the best from the artist during sessions by understanding their needs. Follow Maria Elisa Ayerbe: https://www.instagram.com/mariaelaisa/ Support us by becoming a

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20. Let's play, with Delay

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2020/12/24

In this episode Xylo chats with MPG Award-winning engineer Manon Grandjean (Stormzy, London Grammer etc.) about different aspects of Delay, how it works and how to use it Manon also chats about her career and her biggest takeaways for new comers in the industry. Manon Grandjean: https://www.instagram.com/grandjeanmanon/ Support us by becoming a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/free-trial32736265

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19. Master of all trades!

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2020/12/10

Mastering a track before release is something all musicians will most likely need to do at some stage, however, what is involved in this process or the job of a mastering engineer can be a little elusive or difficult to comprehend! In this episode, Xylo Aria chats with experienced mastering engineer Matt Colton on how he approaches the process and what is involved. Matt also provides some general life advice which is worth listening to! Follow Matt Colton:

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18. The Mobile Studio

MPW Podcast ·

2020/11/26

With such a vast range of technology available to make music today, the possibility of available tools are endless. One thing you may not have considered to be one of them is your iPhone or iPad! In this episode, Xylo Aria chats to Pete Johns from Studio Live Today about the surprising number of possibilities available to musicians with these mobile devices. Follow Pete Johns: https://www.instagram.com/petejohns/ Support us by becoming a member of MPW:

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17. Live in 3, 2, 1!

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2020/11/12

In this episode, Xylo Aria chat with electronic music producer and live performer Rachel K Collier on what needs to be considered when setting up your music to play live and what tips and tricks she's learned along the way. They also discuss the behind the scenes of becoming a "real musician" and what success means to Rachel. Follow Rachel K Collier: https://www.instagram.com/rachelkcollier/ https://www.youtube.com/user/rachelkcollieroff Rachel K Collier video on Live looping:

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16. What's the film score?

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2020/10/29

Composing for film requires a variety of different skills, some may surprise you! In this episode Xylo Aria chats to Nainita Desai who has been involved in composing for Oscar, and BAFTA winning films about the end to end process of film scoring and what's involved. Follow Nainita Desai: https://www.instagram.com/nainita_desai/ Support us by becoming a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW:

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00:39:55

15. The Perfect Mix

MPW Podcast ·

2020/10/15

Mixing is a huge topic and involves so many different aspects and considerations, from the genre, to the feel you're trying to induce in the listener. In this episode Xylo Aria chats with David Gibson, the author of one of the industry-standard books, The Art of Mixing. They discuss the 4 elements of mixing in the world of imaging and where to start with it! Support us by becoming a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW:

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00:48:26

14. Synthesize me!

MPW Podcast ·

2020/10/01

In this episode, MPW Podcast host Xylo Aria, chats Synthesizers with Novation product specialist Chris Calcutt. They discuss the different types of synths available, what to consider when buying one and what functions you're likely to see in most synths. Support us by becoming a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/free-trial32736265

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13. Equalizing the score

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2020/09/17

EQ is one of the most important tools in a music producer's toolbox but at times can also be the most overused tool. In this episode podcast host Xylo Aria chats with producer and chief engineer of Miloco Studios London Simon Todkill (credits include Elton John, Kanye West, Bastille and more) about what EQ is and when and how to use it. Follow Simon Todkill: https://www.instagram.com/simontodkill/ Support us by becoming a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to

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00:41:40

12. Get my track on Spotify!

MPW Podcast ·

2020/09/03

Getting your track to as many ears as possible by reaching music stores and streaming platforms can easily be done through a music distributor. Before using a distributor for the first time however, some artists may assume the process to be difficult or may not know where to start in finding the right distributor for them. In this episode, podcast host Xylo Aria chats to Director of Acquisitions at Distrokid, Daniel G Harmann about the process of music distribution and what artists need to know when

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11. Time to interface the music!

MPW Podcast ·

2020/08/20

An audio interface is something that any music producer will need to purchase fairly early on in their music production journey. In this episode Xylo Aria chats to interface expert Caroline Tew about the the main functions of interfaces, and the different features that you will find in most interfaces. Support us by becoming a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/free-trial32736265

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