Podcasts about as long as your eyes are wide

A discussion with Ryan Guldemond from Vancouver-based band Mother Mother. He argues in favor of going down the demo rabbit-hole and resolves to make his demos better in the future. In part 2, the band breaks down the recording process of "Lilac and Willow" from their 2017 album "As Long As Your Eyes Are Wide". See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The band travels to Hamilton for a music festival and is joined by Arkells frontman Max Kerman to discuss the creative process behind his hit song "Knocking At The Door". In part 2, the band breaks down the recording of "Heaven" from their 2017 album "As Long As Your Eyes Are Wide". See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The band introduces the concept of "Demoitis" and their own struggles with getting too attached to the demo-versions of songs. In part 2, the band breaks down the recording process of "Step Into The Darkness" from their 2017 album "As Long As Your Eyes Are Wide". See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Working Class Audio #169 with Ryan Worsley!!! Ryan Worsley is one of Canada’s most sought-after music producers, with a growing track record of discovering, capturing and elevating the unique sound of countless bands and artists. With over twenty years of experience in the music industry, Ryan has become the consummate producer, providing his clients with world-class songwriting, audio engineering, and mixing capabilities. He works across pop, rock, indie, and folk genres, always striving to create innovative, fresh, and musical recordings that highlight the essence of the artists he works with. Ryan’s impact is demonstrated in his work with Dear Rouge (Universal Music), from the outset of their career, providing production, songwriting and mixing on “Black To Gold” (2015), ultimately resulting in a Juno Award for “Breakthrough Group of the Year” (2016). His work with the band continues, with production and mixing credits on 2018’s well-received release, “Phases”. Ryan is regularly asked by labels across Canada and the US for his mixing expertise, including Courage My Love’s “Synthesia” (Warner Music), Said The Whale’s “As Long As Your Eyes Are Wide”, and Emilie & Ogden’s “10,000” (Secret City Records). He has also crafted mixes and radio singles for artists Basia Bulat (Rough Trade Records/Secret City Records) and Mathew V (604 Records). Career highlights include participating in “Mix With The Masters” with mixer extrodinaire Tchad Blake and having his work recognized by the Western Canadian Music Awards with a nomination for Producer of the Year and award for Engineer of the Year (2015), as well as multiple subsequent nominations. About this Interview: Ryan joins me to talk about the importance of having a great team, networking, thinking long-term, Canadian health care, the benefits of  having a manager, and the importance of having a supportive spouse or partner. Enjoy! Matt Show notes and links: The 7 Health Benefits Of Walking Just 20 Minutes A Day: https://goo.gl/kd2L7K Ryan's studio: https://www.echoplantsound.com/

Joining us this week out of Vancouver is Said The Whale’s Tyler Bancroft. Said The Whale are a JUNO award winning band, with 5 full length albums, and numerous EPs to their name since 2007. They also achieved a #1 hit Canadian Rock/Alternative chart in 2013 with “I Love You” The band have recently released their new record “As Long As Your Eyes Are Wide” which has taken Said The Whale back to its freeform roots while simultaneously venturing forward into uncharted art-pop territory. In this interview, we hear more about the new record, how the band promoted it, and the advice Tyler would offer to his fellow musicians. Highlights: - Marcio has invented a new theme park - Welcome to “DadLand” - Tyler tells us about Said The Whale’s return to their earlier sound on the new record - We hear how Said The Whale’s drummer and bassist left, which helped steer the change in musical direction - Tyler shares how with fewer members, the band has more creative freedom - Marcio calls Ross out on an error in the notes, and Tyler says it’s because Ross is “gangsta” (so true) - Tyler tells us about the listening parties their fans hosted for the release of the new Said The Whale record - We get a little nostalgic about how we used to listen to music vs how we listen now - Tyler shares how he tries to consume music the same way younger people are, to try and get his head around it - “There’s a different way of experiencing music now, but we have to try and embrace that” - Tyler Bancroft - Tyler tells us how Said The Whale have had to adapt to social media to communicate with fans - We hear that the band’s approach to fan connection is the same, but the methods have changed due to social media - Tyler talks about the importance of engaging with your audience and making fans one person at a time Advice: - Make your social media more of a discussion, rather than just telling people to listen to your music - Be engaging and inspire discussion - Be nice to everyone - you don’t know where people are going to end up - Be respectful of those who are supportive of your music - The experience of everyone matters - regardless of the size of the audience - Ross’ favourite advice - “Don’t be a douche” - “Don’t buy a tour van! They’’ll just eat your money.“ - Tyler Bancroft Guest Links: - Website: saidthewhale.com - Facebook: /saidthewhale - Twitter: @saidthewhale - Instagram: @saidthewhale Sponsors: - Chris Keaton @ Chris Keaton Presents - Christine Infanger @ Thirty Roses - Joe Settineri - Music Entrepreneur HQ - Music Launch Hub - Buck Naked Soap Company See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Said The Whale - Indie/Pop Rock band from Vancouver,BC...New album "As Long As Your Eyes Are Wide" ft the single "Step Into The Darkness" out March 31st...Check out their music, tour dates & more @ www.facebook.com/saidthewhale Sixlight - Rock band from North Carolina made up 3 U.S. Veterans...New single "Sick Again" out now...Check out their music tour dates & more @ www.facebook.com/sixlightmusic Seasons After - Rock band from Kansas,Illinois & Texas....New album "Manifesto" ft the single "FIghter" out now...Currently out on the "Rebels & Renegades" tour w/  Shallow Side & Guns Out At Sundown...Check out their music & more @ www.facebook.com/seasonsafternation Avalon Landing - Indie Rock band from Las Vegas,NV...New single "Only Kids" out now...Playing Feb 2nd @ Backstage Bar & Billards as part of The Vegas Music Summit...Also June 23rd in Utah as part of the Bonanza Campout...Check out their music & more @ www.facebook.com/avalonlanding