{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F948ee7d0-7cae-4a7f-a6a4-933364973b81","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Adam \"Atom\" Greenspan: Pushing the Boundaries of an Artist","description":"Inspired by early punk and new wave, Adam Greenspan's journey through the vast soundscapes of the late 80s, to industrial and alt 90s, marked a lifelong immersion in music. With over 25 years in the industry, his career ignited with the engineering of Faith No More's \"Album of the Year.\" Later, a serendipitous connection with fellow producer Nick Launay led to fruitful collaborations, shaping albums for luminaries such as Arcade Fire, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Supergrass, The Cribs, and Refused.\nGreenspan's recent productions have garnered critical acclaim, notably securing a 2019 Mercury Prize shortlist for IDLES' \"Joy as an Act of Resistance\" and a 2020 Grammy nomination for Best Engineered Album with Thomas Dybdal's \"All These Things.\" His return to IDLES resulted in a UK #1 album with \"Ultra Mono,\" highlighting his enduring impact on contemporary music.\nContinuing to shape sonic landscapes, Greenspan's recent projects include works with Bloc Party and Flogging Molly. His approach is characterized by close collaboration with artists, aiming to distill a sound and style uniquely theirs while encouraging them to explore new territories. Emphasizing the visceral impact of music and its ability to evoke emotion and movement, Greenspan rejects formulas in favor of capturing genuine artistic expression.\nIN THIS EPISODE, YOU\u2019LL LEARN ABOUT:\nWorking with Nick Launay\nGoing backward on the studio ladder to make for more opportunities\nHaving the right attitude to stand out when you\u2019re getting started\nWorking from rough mixes\nPushing the boundaries of an artist\nLeaning into what makes an artist special\nCreative approaches to using poorly recorded tracks\nCreating a 3D sound using effects\nUsing distortion on vocals\nPanning effects\nHow to use stereo wideners effectively\nCapturing the room and making your tracks sound big\nMaking the most out of a small room\nEliminating noise on your tracks\nTo learn more about Adam \"Atom\" Greenspan, visit: https://www.atomgreenspan.com/\nFor tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/\nLooking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes? Check out my new coaching program Amplitude and apply to join: https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/\nDownload your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/\nGet your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:\nThe Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com\nThe Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/\nJoin the FREE MasterYourMix Facebook community: https://links.masteryourmix.com/community\nTo make sure that you don\u2019t miss an episode, make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or on Android.\nHave your questions answered on the show. Send them to questions@masteryourmix.com\nThanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review on iTunes!","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/b7c37057-014b-46f3-ae2f-b60dd2725b8c/podcast-logo-yellow-4mucm3.png"}