Episodes

On this segment of Gear Candy, we're joined by songwriter, producer, and former lead guitarist of the band A Day To Remember, Tom Denney. Tom speaks with us about his most valuable studio asset and why it's so important to his process. For more from...

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Tessa Mousourakis and Wynter Bethel of the band Tommy Lefroy’s to discuss their 2021 “Flight Risk” EP. Tessa and Wynter discuss their experiences in the Nashville songwriting scene, the formation of Tommy...

On this segment of Gear Candy, producer Cameron Mizell lays out his routine for creating the perfect studio environment to foster creativity. For more from Cameron, check out our full interview with him on...

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Nico Stadi to discuss Justin Beiber’s “Purpose” and Kylie Minogue’s “Disco.” Topics covered include: 4:35 - The importance of coffee 9:23 - Working on Justin Beiber tracks and working with Skrillex 40:30...

Here's a bonus clip from our recent interview with Johnny Minardi talking about the business end of bringing creative minds together. To hear him go in-depth about the role he played in bringing together the teams behind albums from Coheed and...

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Cody Votaloto to discuss J.R. Slayer’s “The Rotten EP.” Topics covered include: 7:05 - The origins of JR Slayer 11:25 - Why business skills are important 16:00 - The DIY work ethic 21:55 - Working with...

On this segment of Gear Candy, producer Joe Reinhart reveals the one dash of secret sauce he's uses on a number of records since his days recordng with Algernon Cadwallader. For more with Joe, check out our full interview with him on...

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Nathan 'Tades' Sanville & Chris Freeman to discuss Hot Mulligan’s 2020 albumYou’ll Be Fine. Topics covered include: 11:19 - The band’s demoing process 17:28 - Hearing more details with in-ear monitors...

On this edition of Gear Candy, we zero in on the fundamentals of punk bass 101 with Chris Barker, bassist and singer of Anti-Flag. He shares the secret to his signature bass tone both on stage and in the studio. For more from Chris, check out our...

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Warren Huart to discuss the making of The Fray’s self-titled sophomore album released on February 3, 2009. Warren unpacks the highs and lows of the process while adding his signature "Produce Like A Pro"...

On this edition of Gear Candy, we get granular with legendary rock/metal producer and audio engineer Steve Evetts. He shares his favorite go-to microphone with our TRP listnerers. For more with Steve, check out our full interview with him from...

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Austin Hull to discuss the making of Riley’s album “City of Angels.” They discuss the process of building his MAKEPOPMUSIC community from the ground up, and shifting from the world of hardcore and metal to...

Welcome to Season 4! We have a brand new batch of interviews that tell the story behind 12 incredibly special releases. We explore all the ways an album can be influences by the people, places, and events that surround its creation. Join us as we...

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Cameron Mizell to discuss the making of Avril Lavigne’s “Love Sux.” Topics covered include: - Working with John Feldmann - The songwriting workflow - Moving to Nashville - Writing templates - And...

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Ryland Heagy to discuss the making of Origami Angel’s “Gami Gang.” Topics covered include: - Taking a chance on themselves - Learning as you go - And much, much more For more info:...

This segment of Gear Candy features one of our favorite guest from season 2, Sarah Tudzin of Illuminati Hotties (check out episode 23 for her full interview). When you hear what she chose as her most important piece of studio gear, it'll be hard to...

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Tom Denney to discuss the making of A Day To Remember’s “Homesick.” Topics covered include: - How A Day to Remember got started - Writing in the back of the bus while on tour - Working with Chad...

Gear Candy (Mix Edition): This week Mike Pepe (producer / mix engineer) shares his favorite mix reference system, and we discuss various approaches to the infamous "car stereo mix test" from some of the industries most legendary mixers and producers....

This week on The Record Process, we invited DIY legend in the punk/ska community Mike Park (Skankin' Pickle, The Chinkees, Asian Man Records) to talk wioth us about the newest album from his project The Bruce Lee Band. Topics include: - Mike's DIY...

This week on Gear Candy, we go around the circle with the members of Meet Me @ The Altar, as they talk the war of the DAWs, vocal "secrets" passed down from rock legends, and more!

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Johnny Minardi to discuss Coheed and Cambria’s “Vaxis - Act II: A window of the Waking Mind.” Topics covered include: - Letting your “inner fan” guide you - Being very methodical - Working with Zakk...

On this quick segment of Gear Candy, vocalist Shane Told shares his favorite go-to microphone for recording almost anything in the studio, on the road, or at home. Hear it in action on the newest Silverstein record and Shanes podcast Lead Singer...

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Guitarist/Producer Joe Reinhart to discuss Algernon Cadwallader’s “Parrot Flies.” Topics covered include: - Why “Parrot Flies” ended up being the band’s last album - The Algernon Cadwallader reunion -...

This week we put Danny Reisch in the hot seat and force him (gently) to pick his favorite piece of studio gear. Check out episode 26 for his full interview about mixing the soundtrack to the 2021 A24 blockbuster "The Green Knight" starring Dev Patel...