After The Session

From HOT SNAKES to SWITCHFOOT, Producer/Engineer/Mixer BEN MOORE has been paramount in catapulting artists beyond the San Diego local music scene. We meander around several topics including Hot Snakes, Steve Albini, room mics, favorite gear, and the sacrifices we'd make to keep our girlfriends' collarbones intact. Ben has been a good friend and inspiration for some time, so it's great to finally have him on the podcast.  Some select credits include: Hot Snakes, Burt Bacharach, Pinback, Switchfoot, Mrs. Magician, Ceremony, Retox, Finch, Rocket From The Crypt Recorded at Signature Sound Hosted by: Christian Cummings Additional Guest: Patty D

After a bit of traveling and another long day at the studio, Christian answers some questions about bands recording live, knowing when a mix is done, the nuanced role of a drummer in the modern session market, and other various obsessions and observations.  Recorded at Signature Sound Hosted by: Christian Cummings

After a long day at the studio, Christian and Pat discuss the definition of a "Recording Studio", answer some "Hypertheticals", and ramble on about some other potentially inconsequential stuff.  Recorded at Signature Sound Hosted by: Christian Cummings Additional Guest: Patrick Ryan Heaney

In the our first attempt at Adventures of the Anonymous Assistant, we discuss the life and experiences of an assistant in a high-profile, high-pressure, internationally respected recording studio.  Recorded at Signature Sound Hosted by: Christian Cummings Additional Guest: Smitty

From NYC's iconic POWER STATION to AVATAR and back, Engineer / Mixer ROY HENDRICKSON has been a force in the New York studio scene for decades. Select credits include: B.B. King, Missy Elliott, Blondie, Cheap Trick, P.O.D., Gavin DeGraw, Miles Davis, Peter Paul & Mary, Richie Havens, Carly Simon, Judy Collins, Gato Barbieri, Pat Metheny, Al di Meola, Kirk Whalum, Jeff Golub, Philippe Saisse, Roberta Flack, Bernadette Peters, Liza Minnelli, Tal Wilkenfeld and Nicole C. Mullen. Special thanks to AVATAR and Tino Passante.  Roy Henrickson's Website  

After being discovered by Tony Visconti, David Bowie's final album "Blackstar" was just the beginning. Erin Tonkon is recognized as one of New York's newest and most talented music producers.  I have known Erin Tonkon for quite some time. She's an incredible talent as well as a great person. Join us as we discuss working with David Bowie for three years on his final record, her relationship with legendary Music Producer Tony Visconti, some of her favorite gear and studio experiences, how we frame success, and the underrepresentation of women in music production. Erin Tonkon: http://www.erintonkon.com/ Special Thanks to Tony Visconti  

It's official - AFTER THE SESSION is coming to your local podcast retailer on a regular basis. We're quite excited! Expect new interviews, conversations, studio discussions and the occasional inane observation.  In the Season One Introduction we briefly discuss our plans for the show, the new format, a dream VCR, and the resiliency of a clydesdale horse.  Recorded at Signature Sound Hosted by: Christian Cummings Additional Guest: Pat Heaney

In episode 6, Producer Michael Beinhorn Producer Michael Beinhorn (Soundgarden, MEW, RHCP, The Bronx) discusses his new book, his approach to art and music, some past experiences, and supporting creativity. Additional guest Dan Bailey (Drummer, Father John Misty). Recorded the The Village in Los Angeles: http://villagestudios.com/  Some other artists and projects Michael Beinhorn has worked with include Hole, Marilyn Manson,  Violent Femmes, Black Label Society, Social Distortion, and Ozzy Osborne. 

In episode 5, the ever insightful David Cole discusses his time as staff engineer at Capitol Studios, making demos with Tina Turner, the path to his first gold record, and his mega-hit making experiences with Bob Seger, Steve Miller, and Richard Marx!
 David’s was the very first recorded episode of ATS, and as he participated on faith alone, kudos to him for taking a chance! Artists and projects David Cole has participated on include BOB SEGER, STEVE MILLER BAND, CAKE, MELISSA ETHERIDGE, RICHARD MARX, TINA TURNER, “A MIGHTY WIND", “BEST IN SHOW", and “WAITING FOR GUFFMAN”. 

In my ever expanding quest to discover new mediums for experiencing music, we check in with musician, new-media artist and neuroscientist Dr. Tim Mullen to discuss music and the brain, his work with Brain Computer Music Interfaces (BCMI), Mozart and The Mind, and some of his artistic endeavors. Our first departure from what might be deemed the typical format, I’m very proud of episode 4, and plan on delivering similar episodes next season. Get your thinking cap on and enjoy!

In 2015 Ken’s band Failure released their first album in 19 years, and Paramore's hit "Ain't It Fun” (mixed by Ken) won a Grammy for ”Best Rock Song”.  Ken’s work on both sides of the glass has been varied and successful, and we were happy to sit down with him backstage in San Diego to discuss the making of his new record, a secret mix project he’s really excited about, his favorite gear, plugins, and some of the stuff he uses in the Failure live show.  Artists Ken Andrews has worked with include: Paramore, Pete Yorn, Beck, Tenacious D, Blink-182, M83, A Perfect Circle, Chris Cornell, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Jimmy Eat World, Nine Inch Nails, and Failure.  Ken Andrews    

In this episode of ATS, Reuben Cohen talks about mastering “Happy” for Pharrell Williams, Slumdog Millionaire, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, the team at Lurssen Mastering, his mentorship with Gavin, his philosophy and his process. Recorded at Lurssen Mastering:  http://LurssenMastering.com

From Fleetwood Mac to The Killers, Mark has had a storied career in the recording studio. We discuss his move from hybrid to all digital, working with The Killers, Chris Issak, Pete Yorn & Steve Miller, crazy studio stories and some of his favorite plugins. Recorded at Mark's studio in Los Angeles: http://www.MarkNeedham.com Hosted by Christian Cummings. 

An introduction to the "Beta" season of ATS. We discuss the show, our goals for "Season Zero", upcoming guests, our format, and what we hope to achieve. Upcoming guests include: Producer/Musician MICHAEL BEINHORN (Soundgarden, MEW, Hole, Marilyn Manson, RHCP, The Bronx, Social Distortion, Ozzy), Producer/Engineer/Mixer DAVID COLE (Bob Seger, Tina Turner, Melissa Etheridge, Cake, Steve Miller, Captiol Studios),  Mastering Engineer REUBEN COHEN (Lurssen Mastering, Bruno Mars, Pharrell Williams, Foo Fighters, George Harrison),  Producer/Mixer MARK NEEDHAM (The Killers, Chris Isaak, Neon Trees, Sleeper Agent, Red House Painters, Fleetwood Mac),  Neuroscientist DR. TIM MULLEN (Mozart & The Mind, Brain-Computer-Interface, The Glass Brain, Ringing Minds), and Producer/Artist/Mixer KEN ANDREWS (Failure, Beck, Paramore NIN, BRMC, Blink-182, Tenacious D).