Gregg Lehrman is the founder and CEO of Output. Output is a music-creation software company created by musicians for musicians. Gregg is an ASCAP award-winning musician and producer who has worked in television and film.

Gregg spoke about his work at Output and how he started the company to fulfill his creative needs. He shared lessons he learned working for Hans Zimmer and how those experiences informed his work at Output. Gregg elaborated on how focusing towards a clear vision can help creatives work through the process and finish more work. Gregg also shared details about Output's latest work, Co-Producer.

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Show Notes:

• Output - https://output.com
• Co-Producer - https://coproducer.output.com
• Arcade - https://output.com/products/arcade
• Output YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/outputsounds
• Output Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/output/
• Gregg's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gregglehrman/
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store
• This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/

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Sound Oracle is a music producer and sound designer. He has worked with the heavy hitters in the hip-hop world, and his sounds have been used in Grammy-winning songs by Timbaland, Jay-Z, Drake, and more. His latest packs Golden Era Hip Hop Drums and Trap Drums are featured packs in the new Ableton Live 12 update.

Sound Oracle and I had an inspiring conversation about his work as a producer and sound designer. He shared how he broke into the music scene when Timbaland discovered his sounds. This episode is littered with tips about organization, workflow, and maintaining healthy working relationships. Sound Oracle also shared some of his favorite tools he uses in his productions.

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Show Notes:

• Sound Oracle - https://soundoracle.net/
• Sound Oracle Packs - https://soundoracle.net/collections/all-sound-kits-soundoracle-net
• Sound Oracle Courses - https://soundoracle.net/collections/courses
• Sound Oracle on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundoracle/
• Sound Oracle YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@soundoracle6651
• Golden Era Hip-Hop Drums - https://www.ableton.com/en/packs/golden-era-hip-hop-drums/
• Trap Drums - https://www.ableton.com/en/packs/trap-drums/
• Volume Buddy - https://www.noirlabs.co
• Clip Gain - https://valiumdupeuple.gumroad.com/l/wmAPD?a=530757747
• Be Useful by Arnold Schwarzenegger - https://amzn.to/3PLU0e1
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store
• This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/

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The Him is a music producer, DJ, and plug-in designer with over 500 million streams on Spotify. He's toured some of the largest festival stages and done remixes for artists like Tiesto, The Chainsmokers, and Miley Cyrus. The Him just released his first plug-in, Sub Ninja, which allows producers to get an accurate understanding of the bass frequencies in a mix.

The Him and I spoke about his career and Sub Ninja. We discussed the creative process and how he stays enthusiastic by balancing different projects with rest. The Him generously shared lots of useful insights we can all use in our own music production.

You can get 10% off Sub Ninja with the code: MPPODCAST - https://dsp.thehim.com

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Show Notes:

• The Him Website - https://www.thehim.com
• Sub Ninja - https://dsp.thehim.com
• The Him Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thehim
• The Him YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thehim
• The Him Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/thehim
• The Him Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5WdqBAQhGFCrZvBKXiPIu7
• How to Write One Song by Jeff Tweedy - https://amzn.to/3vuqClB
• World Within a Song by Jeff Tweedy - https://amzn.to/3TOAaBk
• The War of Art by Steve Pressfield - https://amzn.to/43zJpZ7
• Effortless by Gregg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3VvYfhm
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store
• This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/

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Johan Ransby is an artist, coach, and producer. He shares tips and techniques that help artists finish more music and reach their career goals. His website is loaded with helpful creative tools and his social media accounts contain priceless advice.

Johan and I had a great conversation about how he approaches making music and teaching his students. He emphasized the importance of seeking challenges and chasing excitement. We talked about creativity, live performance, and being enthusiastic about our work. The episode ends with Johan's impromptu critique of my song "I'm Looking for You" from my album Rectangles.

This episode is sponsored by Audimee "Ulimited Vocals, Unlimited Freedom" - https://audimee.com

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Show Notes:

• Johan's Website - https://ransby.biz
• Johan's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ransby.biz/
• Creative Prompts - https://ransby.ck.page/05b3dac21b
• Johan's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@RansbyJohan
• Rectangles by Brian Funk - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/brianfunk/rectangles
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store
• This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/

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Michaela Shiloh and Andre Mullens run the community-based record label HRDRV, which helps artists develop their careers. Their combined decades of experience in the music industry include writing music for top artists like Janet Jackson and Jennifer Lopez and working for Bad Boy Records.

Michaela and Andre discuss the importance of camaraderie and collaboration in running their company, HRDRV. The conversation also delves into the challenges of wearing multiple hats as a musician and the need for a toolbox in the music industry. Michaela and Andre share stories from their journeys in the music business and how they led to the development of HRDRV.

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Show Notes:

• HRDRV - https://hrdrv.com
• Michaela's Website - https://www.itsmichaela.com
• Michaela's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mickeyshiloh/
• Andre's Website - https://www.andremullen.me
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store
• This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/

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Carlos Sosa is a musician, producer, composer, and music director. Sosa formed Grooveline Horns, a 1970s funk and R&B influenced brass group. Carlos tours and records with Maroon 5, Kelly Clarkson, Jason Mraz, Zac Brown Band, and Hanson.

Carlos and I spoke in-depth about his music career recording and touring with some of music's largest acts. He spoke about how his never-ending desire to learn had him remote-recording since 2004, meeting new people, and landing dream gig after dream gig. Carlos' energy and enthusiasm fuels this great conversation, loaded with insight and wisdom.

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Show Notes:

• Grooveline Horns Splice Pack - https://splice.com/sounds/packs/jammcard-samples/carlos-sosa-grooveline-horns/samples
• Carlos' Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/groovelinesosa/
• Music for Tiny People by Coy Bowles - https://open.spotify.com/album/0cP8IU5D80tom9vR5ZQ3j1
• Evolution Of... by Intergalactix - https://open.spotify.com/album/5uEIDKgtEKeaSid61XdFYJ
• Kill Tony - https://www.youtube.com/@KillTony
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store
• This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/

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Philip Röder is a music producer who runs the Copilco professional mixing and mastering studio in Berlin. Philip's YouTube Channel, Pick Yourself, helps music producers hone their craft and tap into their own personal style.

Philip and I had a great conversation about his work and his underpinning philosophies. We went into detail about how he encourages musicians to invest in themselves and "pick yourself." Philip explains how he employs the Go-Giver mindset to his work and how it has brought him success in many aspects of his life.

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Show Notes:

• Pick Yourself - https://pickyourself.com
• Free "Finisher Framework" PDF - https://pickyourself.com/framework/
• Pick Yourself YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@pickyourselfofficial
• Copilco Productions - https://copilco-productions.com
• Seth Godin - https://seths.blog
• Go Giver - https://amzn.to/49Lefjw
• Derek Sivers on the Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/blog/2020/1/23/derek-sivers-on-the-creative-process-and-making-music-music-production-podcast-149
• Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
• Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
• 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
• Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
• Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
• Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store
• This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/

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