SyncRiffs

S2 EP. 2: Analog Recording Tips & Sync-Friendly Music

Blue Buddha Entertainment-SyncRiffs Season 2 Episode 2

S2 EP. 2: Analog Recording Tips & Sync-Friendly Music 

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ABOUT THIS EPISODE: 

In this episode, Charles and Chase discuss capturing the vintage blues rock sound and the trend of recreating vintage analog pieces. They also delve into the vocal chain and analog recording process. The hosts highlight the significance of a well-balanced mix and master for sync and the need to create cohesive songs that fit the narrative of a scene. They review several sync-friendly cuts and provide insights into their sync potential. 

Takeaways 

🌟 Capturing the authentic vintage sound is crucial for syncing music to period pieces. 

🌟 The trend of recreating vintage analog gear provides affordable options for indie artists. 

🌟 A well-balanced mix and master is essential for sync, ensuring that music doesn't compete with dialogue or distract from the scene. 

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CHAPTERS: 

 0:00 Introduction  

1:36 Capturing the Vintage Blues Rock Sound 

3:00 Plugins and production for Indie Artists  

4:20 Chase’s vocal effects with respect to Sync 

4:50 Vocal Chain ad Analog Recording Process 

6:45 EQ settings and mixing your tracks 

8:50 Importance of your mix and master for claps and snaps for sync 

10:35 Creating Cohesive songs for sync 

11:02 Kohl’s Ad and use of ‘Music Sounds Better With You’ by Stardust 

12:40 Chase Walker Band Cuts 

13:57 Dom Brady feat. Nor Kin4Life ‘Space RKT’ (Remix)  

15:33 Sync Insights on ‘Space RKT’ (Remix)  

17:05 Flashback scenes and how it ties in with Sync 

17:50 Playback of Jess Meilman’s, ‘Pessimist’  

19:44 Insights on ‘Pessimist’ for Sync 

20:13 Writing love interest tunes for Sync 

20:40 Chase’s insights on ‘Pessimist’ with respect to Sync 

22:32 Playback of ‘Honestly’ by Monica Young, as produced by Dom Brady 

24:44 Chase’s take on ‘Honestly’ with respect to Sync 

25:38 Working with vocal coaches 

26:49 Chase’s insights on singing techniques 

29:40 Authentic lyrics for Sync 

30:00 Shoutouts to TheLoveOfPpl and F-use  

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 🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes. 

Music: "Flying Tigers" from Magic Tiger 

Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment 

This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2024

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