What’s it really like being an independent artist in Nashville in 2025?

In this episode, Abi talks with T. Davis about the real life grind of making music in one of the world’s most iconic music cities. He opens up about the highs and lows- from late night gigs, finding one's musical lane, to navigating AI in today’s industry, and sharing advice for up and coming musicians.

No filters, no fluff- just a real convo about what it takes to keep going.

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Abi sits down with engineer Tristan Hoogland (Joji, Flume, James Blake) for a real, unfiltered conversation about life as a full time audio engineer.

They dive into everything from finding work/life balance in a demanding industry, to how your room might be sabotaging your mixes, and the key advice Tristan has for up and coming producers and engineers.

Whether you're just starting out or deep in your audio journey, this one's packed with insight.

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These pedals might change your board forever. Abi sits down with Mark, founder of Summer School Electronics, to talk pedal design, and what it takes to run a boutique effects brand in 2025. Learn about Mark's process behind building high quality boutique pedals, and his advice for future pedal makers.

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Ever wonder what really goes into making a concert sound great?

In this episode, Abi sits down with Justin Jones, the playback tech behind live shows for artists like Chappell Roan, Lil Nas X, and more. Justin breaks down the tech, timing, and teamwork it takes to put on a world-class performance.

Whether you're a music producer, aspiring playback engineer, or just love live shows- this is a rare look behind the curtain.

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How did John Nathaniel build his career as an audio engineer, producer, and songwriter? In this episode, he shares practical career advice, pro mixing tips, and insider insights to help you succeed in music production and audio engineering.

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How do you build a lasting career in music production? In this episode, Abi sits down with producer, engineer, and songwriter Hill Kourkoutis (FIFA, Sebastian Gaskin), to explore what it really takes to stand out and succeed in today’s music industry.

Hill shares hard-earned lessons, and practical advice for navigating the ever-changing music landscape. Whether you're an aspiring music producer, audio engineer, or songwriter, this conversation is full of insights to help you grow your career and stay inspired.

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Join Abi for an exclusive conversation with Grammy-nominated mix engineer Jack Emblem- known for his work with Snoh Aalegra, Jesse Gold, and other incredible artists.

In this episode, Jack breaks down the evolution of his mixing approach and shares incredible insights on how to improve both your mixes and your career as a music professional.

Whether you’re an aspiring producer or an engineer aiming to refine your sound, Jack delivers practical, hard-earned wisdom you won’t want to miss.

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Join Abi for an exclusive sit-down with Grammy-nominated audio engineer Travis Ference—known for his work with Taylor Swift, Imagine Dragons, and other global superstars—as he reveals what really matters in pop mixing in 2025 and shares essential career lessons for aspiring music producers and engineers.

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