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The Record Process

Episodes

Oct. 4, 2022

EP. 38 - Ryan Schwabe (Mixing Engineer) - Amplifying the beauty of Baauer's "Planet's Mad"

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Philadelphia-based mixing and mastering engineer Ryan Schwabe to discuss the 2020 Grammy-Nominated album “Planet’s Mad” by Baauer. Topics covered include: - Being nominated for a Grammy - Working with...
Sept. 29, 2022

Gear Candy ft. Dan Campbell (Singer of The Wonder Years, Aaron West & The Roaring Twenties)

This we our Gear Candy segment features Dan Campbell, vocalist/lyricist of The Wonder Years . We asked Dan what his most important piece of gear was for writing / recording, and his answer was both extremely logical and relatable... check it out and...
Sept. 27, 2022

EP. 37 - Solar-Powered Mastering w/ Mike Kalajian of Rogue Planet Mastering

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by legendary mastering engineer Mike Kalajian to discuss his process on a few recent releases. Topics covered include: - What made Mike lean into mastering - Being open to trying new things - Working on...
Sept. 23, 2022

SPECIAL EDITION: EP. 36 - Steve Evetts (Producer / Engineer) "The Hum Goes On Forever" by The Wonder Years

In this special release week exclusive episode, Steve Evetts joins The Record Process to discuss the making of The Wonder Years’ new album The Hum Goes on Forever. Topics covered include: - A working relation ship spanning 4+ Albums - Recording...
Sept. 22, 2022

Gear Candy ft. Jhariah Clare + Cole Raser: The Satisfaction Of The Right Keyboard And Outboard Control Over Your In-The-Box Mixes

We hear about why Jhariah swears by the Korg D1 Keyboard - So nice he bought it twice! And Cole talks about the UF8 DAW controller from SSL and how it was a game-changer for him when he had to take his process in-the-box during lockdown. Please...
Sept. 20, 2022

EP. 35 - Talker Leaves Us "In Awe" With A Release That Is Anything But "Insignificant..."

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Celeste Tauchar - aka Talker - to discuss her newest EP release “In Awes of Insignificance.” Topics covered include: - Recording on your own vs. in a studio - The remote collaboration process -...
Sept. 15, 2022

Travis Ference - Mixing Engineer (Taylor Swift, John Mayor, Ariana Grande) Sounds off on his Gear Candy "Combo" of toys.

Travis Ference is a Grammy nominated mixer, producer, and recording engineer based out of Los Angeles, CA. With nearly two decades of experience in the record business he has worked on multiple #1 albums, several top 10's, numerous RIAA platinum and...
Sept. 13, 2022

EP. 34 - How Quinton Brock aimed to cut through the noise with "My Shadow"

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Quinton Brock to discuss the making of his newest release “My Shadow.” Topics covered include: - Avoiding overthinking - Cutting through the noise - Working with Jamie Coletta - Redefining the rock...
Sept. 8, 2022

Vince Ratti - Producer / Mixing Engineer (The Wonder Years, Turnstile, Brand New, Circa Survive, The Menzingers, Title Fight)

Casey and Tom catch up with producer + mixing engineer Vince Ratti to ask him what his favorite piece of "GEAR CANDY" in the studio might be. Check out EP #22 from Season 2 to hear an extended interview with Vince about the making of "The Upsides" by...
Sept. 6, 2022

EP. 33 - "For Blood And Empire" by Anti-Flag with Chris No.2

To kick off season 3, Casey and Tom welcome Chris #2 from Anti-Flag to The Record Process to discuss the bands 2006 album “For Blood And Empire.” Topics covered include: -Signing to RCA -Working with Tom Morello -Being ready to explain what...
Sept. 2, 2022

Derek Sanders (Singer of Mayday Parade) Shares His Favorite Piece of "Gear Candy" With Us

Welcome to a brand new weekly segment we're calling "Gear Candy". Each we we'll be bringing you bite-size episodes where we hear about the tools and toys of the trade that our guests couldn't live without. This week we ask former TRP guest Derek...
Sept. 2, 2022

Season 3 Is On It's Way! Here's A Quick Sneak Peek...

We've been hard at work all summer putting together a brand new season, and the guest list is pretty stacked... We geo the inside scoop on the process behind some massive albums, created a new segment called "Gear Candy" which we'll be releasing...
April 26, 2022

EP. 32 - Sam Guaiana: Creating "Armageddon" With Between & Me

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Sam Guaiana who worked with Between You and Me on their album “Armageddon.” Topics covered include: Traveling to Australia during the pandemic to produce the record The process for tracking drums Why...
April 19, 2022

EP. 31 - Mike Pepe: Making Your Own (Bad Bad) Luck With Wilder.

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Mike Pepe who worked with Wilder on their EP “Bad Bad Luck.” Topics covered include: How he got connected with Wilder. Getting the EP on Rude Records Making guitars sound like other instruments And...
April 12, 2022

EP. 30 - Meet Me @ The Altar - The Journey Behind Their Debut Release "Model Citizen"

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Edith, Téa, and Ada from Meet Me at the Altar to discuss their 2021 EP “Model Citizen” Topics covered include: - How the band formed - Moving in together after being an “internet” band - Their...
April 5, 2022

EP. 29 - Travis Ference - Engineering and Mixing "Blue Film" by Lo-Fang

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Travis Ference to discuss the making of Lo-Fang’s album Blue Film. Topics covered include: - Engineering on songwriting sessions - Making records with the space you have - Using cinematic music to...
March 29, 2022

EP. 28 - Jamie Coletta (Publicist/Manager): Building A Release Strategy For Jeff Rosenstock's 2016 Album "WORRY"

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Jamie Coletta to discuss the marketing side of a record and her role with releasing Jeff Rosenstock’s WORRY. Topics covered include: - The role of a publicist - Having a unique approach with the album...
March 22, 2022

EP. 27 - Shane Told On The Making Of Silverstein's 2005 Album "Discovering The Waterfront"

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Shane Told to discuss the making of Silverstein’s album Discovering the Waterfront. Topics covered include: - Finding the right Producer - Recording in a room next to Bon Jovi - Creating music that...
March 15, 2022

EP. 26 - Danny Reisch - The Green Knight: Mixing Music For Motion Pictures

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Danny Reisch to talk about his work on The Green Knight. Topics covered include: - Finding great mentors - The Good Danny’s studio space - Turnaround time on a movie mix - Working with a big team -...
March 8, 2022

EP. 25 - Dan Campbell (The Wonder Years / Aaron West and The Roaring Twenties) and the process of Routine Maintenance

In this episode, Casey is joined by his bandmate Dan Campbell to talk about Dan’s solo project Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties and his album Routine Maintenance. Topics covered include: - Writing songs based on a character - Working with Ace...
March 1, 2022

EP. 24 - A Beginners Guide To... Collaborative Magic w/ Jhariah Clare & Cole Raser

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Jhariah Clare and Cole Raser to discuss their work together on A Beginner’s Guide To Faking Your Death. Topics covered include: - Knowing when a song is finished - Working in different DAWs - Building...
Feb. 22, 2022

EP. 23 Sarah Tudzin - The Evolution of Illuminati Hotties from Side-Project to LP Number 2

In this episode, Casey Cavaliere and Tom Conran are joined by Sarah Tudzin aka Illuminati Hotties to discuss the groups second album titled "Let Me Do One More." Topics covered include: - Starting out as a runner & working her way up - Why file...
Feb. 15, 2022

EP. 22 - Vince Ratti - "The Upsides" by The Wonder Years - Recording At Skylight Studio And The Record That Turned A Corner

In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by producer and mixing engineer Vince Ratti to discuss his work on The Upsides by The Wonder Years. Topics covered include: - How DIY The Upsides recording was - Facing burnout as a freelance producer /...
Feb. 8, 2022

EP 21: Derek Sanders & Brooks Betts - Mayday Parade - "Self-Titled" - Trusting Your Instincts As A Band and Bringing It Back To Basics

Welcome to season 2 of The Record Process! In this episode, Casey Cavaliere and Tom Conran are joined by Derek Sanders and Brooks Betts from Mayday Parade to discuss the band’s self-titled LP. Topics covered include: - Transitioning away from...