Mixerman is a Los Angeles recording engineer who in the summer of 2002, on nothing more than a hunch, began to chronicle the daily events of his Major Label recording session with a bidding-war band, an infamous producer, and a limitless budget. And he di
Mixerman provides us the final developments and gossip as he wraps up his story.Closing Music by ByronProduced by AardvarkNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark and Mixerman
Mixerman unpacks the ramifications of Ms. Pinchers outburst as it relates to his session.CharactersHarmon Neenot played by Ron Saint Germain (U2, 311)LeitmotifsHarmon Neenot leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Fingaz leitmotif by Mixerman (The Pharcyde, Ben Harper)Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
As Mixerman and crew setup for the third time, he receives a surprise visitor who proves nothing short of hysterical.Episode Credits:CharactersRod played by Mike SutherlandThor played by Fingaz played by Tim Gilles aka Slipperman (Taking Back Sunday, Thursday)Penny Pincher played by Danielle Sarafin GraceLeitmotifsMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Fingaz Leitmotif by MixermanPenny Pincher Leitmotif by Byron from "The Chocolate Song"MusicFreakout Music by ByronProduced by Aardvark"Hot Canary" By Ioan Harea from Classic GypsyProduced by AardvarkNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Now that Bitch Slap and crew have returned to LA, Mixerman discusses all of the considerations that go into selecting the third tracking room for a project. Episode Credits:LeitmotifsShortypants Leitmotif by Scott PattersonWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Music"Welcome Back" by Josh Phillips Folk FestivalProduced by MixermanNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Willy decides there's no reason for them to be recording in New York City any longer. Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, David Bowie)Penny Pincher played by Danielle Sarafin GraceLeitmotifsPenny Pincher Leitmotif by Byron from "The Chocolate Song"Willy Show leitmotif by Byron from "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Marv Ellis Leitmotif by Byron from Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
The band's new A&R rep makes a surprise visit, which inspires yet another Bitch Slap song.Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, David Bowie)LeitmotifsHarmon leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Yore leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Dumb Ass leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanPenny Pincher Leitmotif by Byron from "The Chocolate Song"Willy Show leitmotif by Byron from "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
The band's new A&R rep makes a surprise visit, which inspires yet another Bitch Slap song.Episode Credits:CharactersAl Zeimer played by Bob Olhsson (Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder)Penny Pincher played by Danielle Sarafin GraceRod played by Wayne Hawthorne (Broadcast music mixer, 2022 Legacy AwardsBroadcast music mixer, 2021 Governor General Performing Arts Awards)LeitmotifsPenny Pincher Leitmotif by Byron from "The Chocolate Song"Willy Show leitmotif by Byron from "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Music"The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey" by ByronNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman makes a very messy discovery. The band begins to record their new song, despite it not being done. Episode Credits:Characters Security Guard played by Bob Olhsson (Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder)LeitmotifsWilly Show leitmotif by Byron from "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
As Mixerman and Bitch Slap prepare to start recording again, the band writes a new song.Episode Credits:CharactersSecurity Guard played by Bob Olhsson (Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder)Willy Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Harmon Neenot played by Ron Saint Germain (U2, 311)Johnny Enigma played by Julian Bunetta (Flo Rida, One Direction)Rod played by Wayne Hawthorne LeitmotifsHarmon Neenot played by Ron Saint Germain (U2, 311)Johnny Enigma "If You Love Me Like I Love Me" leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
With the console in disrepair and strewn apart, Mixerman decides to spend the day preparing the Womb. CharactersHarley played by CN FletcherGuitar Rental guy played by Slau HalatynDrum Tech played by Brandon GreshamSir Arthur Conan Mixallot played by AardvarkLightning played by David Elliot Johnson (Expose', Blake Shelton)Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman searches NYC for an adequate recording room, and provides us with more information in regards to how they all ended up so far from home. MusicMeditation Music from the intro of "The Mixerman Radio Show."Performed by Paul CurtizWritten by Team Womb (an online collaboration project)Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
As Mixerman flies to New York City, where the Bitch Slap sessions are set to resume, he fills us in on what has transpired in the two months since they went on their hiatus. Episode Credits:Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
As per usual, nothing goes according to plan. Mixerman abruptly cancels Lance. Good riddance.MusicMusic by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
As Mixerman prepares for a hiatus from the Bitch Slap session, he receives some alarming news.CharactersLance played by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)LeitmotifsLance leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
With the band clearly upset with the state of their album, Marv Ellis and Shortypants negotiate the new old terms. Episode Credits:CharactersHarmon Neenot played by Ron Saint Germain (U2, 311)Fingaz played by Tim Gilles aka Slipperman (Taking Back Sunday, Thursday)Willy Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Jeremiah Weasel played by JP Plunier (Ben Harper, Jack Johnson)Marv Ellis played by Joe McGrath (Blink 182, AFI)Shortypants played by Dave Pensado (Beyoncé, T-Pain)Lance played by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)LeitmotifsHarmon Neenot leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Fingaz leitmotif by Mixerman (The Pharcyde, Ben Harper)Yore leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Willy Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Jeremiah Weasel leitmotif performed by MixermanMarv Ellis leitmotif by ByronJohnny Enigma "If You Love Me" leitmotif by Aadvark and MixermanLance leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Shortypants Leitmotif by Scott PattersonMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
The band returns for their cruise. Willy Show invites the record company to listen to their work with the band. Trouble ensues.Episode Credits:CharactersJeremiah Weasel played by JP Plunier (Ben Harper, Jack Johnson)Willy Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Lance played by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Harmon Neenot played by Ron Saint Germain (U2, 311)Marv Ellis played by Joe McGrath (Blink 182, AFI)LeitmotifsMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Jeremiah Weasel by MixermanWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Marv Ellis leitmotif by ByronShortypants Leitmotif by Scott PattersonJohnny Enigma "If You Love Me" leitmotif by Aadvark and MixermanLance leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Yore leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Music Dumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar part written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass part written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
With the band still on their cruise, Harmon Neenot's girlfriend Virginia Skanky makes an unscheduled appearance on the Bitch Slap session.Episode Credits:CharactersVirginia Skanky played by Juanita GrandeLance played by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Willy Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)LeitmotifsLance leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Willy Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Mixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Music"Evel Knievel" by ByronPerformed by ByronProduced by AardvarkDumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar part written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass part written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
After another 15-hour workday, Mixerman fills us in on the state of the Bitch Slap session at an open mic poetry reading. Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and MixermanMusic"Tripnotic" by ByronProduced by aardvarkPerformed by ByronNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman discusses his thoughts on the current state of the business, and talks about the process of making a record without the presence of the band. Episode Credits:Music"Nighttime Minutes" and "Backwards Barrel" by Hazy MalazeProduced by MixermanBass - Jeff HillDrums - Dan FadellGuitar - Neal CasalNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
With Bitch Slap away, Mixerman, Willy, and Lance make great headway on the album.Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)LeitmotifsWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
The label comes up with a clever way to repair the rift between the band and Dumb Ass, while also providing space for Willy and Mixerman.. Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Lance played by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Harmon Neenot played by Ron Saint Germain (U2, 311)Marv Ellis played by Joe McGrath (Blink 182, AFI)LeitmotifsMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Lance leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Harmon leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Yore leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Marv Ellis leitmotif by ByronWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Music Limousine Music from Byron "Way too Creepy" performed by Byron. Produced by AardvarkGuitar parts written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman lays out the political ramifications of Bitch Slap's meltdown, as the session comes to a stand still.Episode Credits:Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Dumb As attempts to micromanage Blisters drumming, which causes a rift in the band.Episode Credits:CharactersDumb Ass played by Kenny Gioia (Marcy Playground, Hall & Oates)Fingaz played by Tim Gilles aka Slipperman (Taking Back Sunday, Thursday)Yore played by Dylan Dresdow (Usher, Black Eyed Peas, Nas)LeitmotifsMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Dumb Ass leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanFingaz leitmotif by MixermanYore leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Music Dumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartBlister's drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar parts written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass parts written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
The new drummer comes in to record and makes such an impression, that Mixerman names him Blister.Episode Credits:CharactersBlister played by Jeff Lorber (Dave Koz, Jeff Lorber)Harmon Neenot played by Ron Saint Germain (U2, 311)Willy Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)LeitmotifsMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Harmon leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fixx)Music Dumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar part written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass part written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman calls his chapter in to Aardy, but is forced to leave it on his answering machine. Because we didn't have Voicemail in 2002.LOL!Episode Credits:Aardy played by AardvarkMusic"Keep People Waiting" by Josh Phillips From the album Get OutsidePerformed by Josh Phillips Folk FestivalProduced, Recorded, and Mixed by MixermanBass - Elija CramerGuitar - Casey CramerDrums - Nick HopeKeys - Ryan BurnsHarms - Debrissa McKinneyVocals - Josh PhillipsSax - Debrissa McKinney
The band's manager, Shortypants, visits the session and immediately begins micromanaging Willy Show's process. Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Shortypants played by Dave Pensado (Beyoncé, T-Pain)Fingaz played by Tim Gilles aka Slipperman (Taking Back Sunday, Thursday)Yore played by Dylan Dresdow (Usher, Black Eyed Peas, Nas)LeitmotifsWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Shortypants leitmotif by Scott PattersonMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Fingaz leitmotif by MixermanYore leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)MusicDumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar parts written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass parts written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Willy Show makes a surprising request of Lance Nephew before taking Mixerman for a delicious sushi dinner at Nozawa.Episode Credits:CharactersFingaz played by Tim GillesWilly Show played by Ken ScottLance played by William WittmanLeitmotifsNot-So-Fast-Fingaz leitmotif by MixermanJohnny Enigma "If You Love Me Like I Love me" leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanYore leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Willy Show leitmotif (abbreviated) by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Lance leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Dumb Ass leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanJeremiah leitmotif by MixermanMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Music"Ode to The Who" by Aardvark. Performed by Jon Stuart (Drums), Steve Ornest (Guitar), and Aardvark (Bass). Recorded at Total Access Recording, Redondo Beach, CA.Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman spends much of his day avoiding a conversation with Jeremiah Weasel. Mixerman discusses Harmon Neenot's vile manners. Then Jeremiah makes and offer that Mixerman can't refuse. Episode Credits:CharactersJeremiah Weasel played by J.P. Plunier (Ben Harper, Jack Johnson)LeitmotifsDumb Ass leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Willy Show leitmotif (abbreviated) by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Jeremiah leitmotif by MixermanHarmon leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Music Dumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar parts written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass parts written and performed by Chase McGuckinMusicNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Although the film crew remains, the Bitch Slap session resumes. Jeremiah Weasel makes an offer that Mixerman finds difficult to refuse. Dumb Ass brings the session to a screeching halt. Episode Credits:CharactersJeremiah Weasel played by J.P. Plunier (Ben Harper, Jack Johnson)LeitmotifsWilly Show leitmotif (abbreviated) by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Dumb Ass leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanJeremiah leitmotif by MixermanMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)MusicNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman discusses his much need day off as Willy Show calls a work stoppage until the film crew leaves. Episode Credits:MusicMusic by Ioan Harea from his album Classic Gypsy, produced by Aardvark.1. The Pony ExpressNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Jeremiah Weasel seems hell bent to fuck with Mixerman's process as the camera's roll, so Mixerman distracts him with an Audio Placebo.Episode Credits:CharactersJeremiah Weasel played by J.P. Plunier (Ben Harper, Jack Johnson)Willy Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, David Bowie)LeitmotifsMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Jeremiah leitmotif by MixermanAudio Placebo leitmotif by MixermanLance leitmotif by William WittmanMusic"No" by Steve McAllisterRafael Bernardo Gayol - drumsDave Gregory - guitar, slide, organMike Keneally - guitar, pianoSteve McAllister - bass, vocalsProduced by Steve McAllisterMixed by MixermanNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman and the band find themselves performing for the cameras as Willy Show and Jeremiah Weasel are nowhere to be found.Episode Credits:CharactersDumb Ass played by Kenny Gioia (Marcy Playground, Hall & Oates)Fingaz played by Tim GillesLeitmotifsDumb Ass "Percussion Debacle" leitmotif by MixermanYore leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Johnny Enigma "If You Love Me Like I Love me" leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanFingaz Leitmotif by MixermanMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)MusicDumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar part written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass part written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Willy Show confronts the band's A&R rep who brought in a full film crew to document their session. The one that Mixerman is already documenting. Episode Credits:CharactersFilm Crew #1 played by Peter Doell (Miles Davis, Harry Connick, Jr.)Jeremiah Weasel played by J.P. Plunier (Ben Harper, Jack Johnson)Willy Show played by Ken Scott (The Beatles, David Bowie)LeitmotifsDumb Ass "Percussion Debacle" leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Johnny has a run in with the law. Willy and Mixerman have a Sushi meeting with Marv Ellis. Episode Credits:CharactersMarv Ellis played by Joe McGrath (Blink 182, AFI)Willy Show played by Ken Scott (The Beatles, David Bowie)LeitmotifsJohnny Enigma "If You Love Me Like I Love me" leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Marv Ellis leitmotif by ByronNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Willy discovers that one of their recorded tracks is in too high a key for Johnny to sing. Episode Credits:CharactersYore played by Dylan DresdowWilly Show played by Ken Scott (The Beatles, David Bowie)Dumb Ass played by Kenny Gioia (Marcy Playground, Hall & Oates)LeitmotifsYore leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Dumb Ass leitmotif by MixermanChocolate Muffins leitmotif by MixermanWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Fingaz leitmotif by MixermanJohnny Enigma "If You Love Me Like I Love me" leitmotif by Aardvark and MixermanNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Dumb Ass decides it's high time for him to record his percussion parts (in stereo) over a shuffle. Episode Credits:CharactersDumb Ass played by Kenny Gioia (Marcy Playground, Hall & Oates)Willy Show played by Ken Scott (The Beatles, David Bowie)LeitmotifsDumb Ass motif by MixermanFingaz motif by MixermanNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman introduces Johnny Enigma, the self-obsessed singer of the band, who brings in a vocal coach to help him with an unscheduled vocal session. Episode Credits:CharactersJohnny Enigma played by Julian BunettaAscot played by Ed CherneyLeitmotifsWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Harmon Neenot leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fyxx)Music"Love Me Like I Love me" lyric by AardvarkNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Willy bans girlfriends from the studio so that they can all concentrate on recording again. Mixerman talks about the differences between modern and classic, and discusses the loudness wars.Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)LeitmotifsMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Music Dumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar parts written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass parts written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman finds himself in the midst of a verifiable Posse Brigade. The usual Posse Brigade sorts of things ensue.Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Harmon Neenot played by Ron Saint Germain (U2, 311)Girlfriend #1 played by Juanita GrandeLeitmotifsDumb Ass leitmotif performed by Jon StuartYore Motif leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fyxx)Lance leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fyxx)Willy Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Harmon Neenot leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fyxx)Fingaz leitmotif by MixermanMusic Dumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitars by Steve OrnestBass by AardvarkNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman submits an abbreviated report due to having pulled an all nighter. MusicBrahm's Lullaby by MixermanNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
The number of girlfriends on Mixerman's session doubles, so as per usual he decides to hang a sign. Mixerman meets the new Radar editor (Fingaz), who turns out to be nothing like he imagined.Episode Credits:Characters"No Girls Allowed" sign announcer played by AardvarkFingaz played by Tim Gilles aka Slipperman (Taking Back Sunday, Thursday)LeitmotifsFingaz leitmotif by MixermanNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman is alarmed by the presence of band girlfriends and seeks Willy's help to get them out of the control room. Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Girlfriend #1 played by Juanita GrandeLeitmotifsYore leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fyxx)Fast Fingers McGuilicutty leitmotif by MixermanWilly Show leitmotif (abbreviated) by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osborne)Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
After 3 days away to deal with a band rift, Mixerman, Willy, and the band return to their session. Despite Mixerman's reservations, Willy decides he wants to record the band all in one room, bleed and all.Episode Credits:LeitmotifsWilly Show leitmotif (abbreviated) by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"MusicDumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar part written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass part written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
The epic fight from the previous day puts the session on hold for the weekend. Mixerman explains some of the outside pressures and tensions that the band was facing. He then talks about how his documentation of this session has proven to be nothing short of an exhausting obsession. Episode Credits:MusicMusic by Ioan Harea from his album Classic Gypsy, produced by Aardvark.1. Two Guitars2. CsardazNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Mixerman woke up with his finger, which he had cut while editing tape, fully infected. He then managed to scald his sinuses, and followed that up with a sprained ankle. But none of his physical injuries were as painful as recording the bass player singing, who Mixerman has dubbed as Harmon Neenot. The band gets into an epic fight over their roles. Willy arbitrates.Episode Credits:CharactersHarmon Neenot played by Ron Saint Germain (U2, 311)Willy Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)LeitmotifsHarmon Neenot Leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fyxx)Willy Show short leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Mixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Willy, much to Mixerman's surprise, starts the day by sparking up a fatty. Jeremiah Weasel, the band's A&R rep sends Willy a message asking to visit the session. Mixerman decides to partake in the fatty, which provides him an instant attitude adjustment. Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Yore played by Dylan Dresdow (Usher, Black Eyed Peas, Nas)LeitmotifsLance Leitmotif by William Wittman (Cyndi Lauper, The Fyxx)Willy Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Chocolate Muffin leitmotif by MixermanMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)MusicDumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar part written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass part written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
In an effort to edit a usable drum take, Mixerman pulls out his trusty razor blade along with a variety of other tools to edit the analog tape. Dumb Ass gets in the way, as per usual. Mixerman decides to eat the chocolate muffin. Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Yore played by Dylan Dresdow (Usher, Black Eyed Peas, Nas)Dumb Ass played by Kenny Gioia (Marcy Playground, Hall & Oates)LeitmotifsWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Yore leitmotif by William WittmanChocolate Muffin leitmotif by MixermanMixerman leitmotif by Aardvark (Aardvark)Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
Willy Show finally makes an appearance to the session. As Willy and Mixerman proceed to seek a drum tone appropriate for the record, Willy makes a somewhat offhand derogatory remark, which causes Mixerman to unpack the dysfunctional nature of the band, and his relationship with them all.Episode Credits:CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Yore played by Dylan Dresdow (Usher, Black Eyed Peas, Nas)LeitmotifsWilly Show leitmotif by Byron "The Alien, the Rabbit, and the Monkey"Yore leitmotif by William WittmanMusic Dumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar part written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass part written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark (the best producer in the world) and Mixerman
After Mixerman musters up the courage to ask Willy Show a very important question, he takes a moment to explain his strategies for getting Lance to the session on time, and Dumb Ass to the session late. We get more background information on the band and their marked disdain for one another.Episode Credits: CharactersWilly Show played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)Dumb Ass played by Kenny Gioia (Marcy's Playground, Hall & Oates)Yore played by Dylan Dresdow (Usher, Black Eyed Peas, Nas) Narrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark and Mixerman
The Producer provides Mixerman with a somewhat perplexing explanation as to why he hasn't shown up to their session yet. Mixerman provides us with some background information on the band. Episode Credits:LeitmotifsYore leitmotif by William WittmanNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark and Mixerman
With the Producer still absent, an insubordinate assistant, and a disinterested band, Mixerman decides he needs take control over his session. Mixerman also explains how some basic recording tools work. Episode Credits:CharactersProducer played by Ken Scott (Beatles, Supertramp, David Bowie)MusicDumb Ass' atrocious drumming performed by Jon StuartGuitar part written and performed by Chase McGuckinBass part written and performed by Chase McGuckinNarrated by MixermanProduced by Aardvark and Mixerman