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In this episode of UNSUNG, UK producer Eight8 takes us inside the making of “No Introduction”, Central Cee’s album opener from Can’t Rush Greatness. He explains why the track needed to feel rooted in UK drill—and how he followed that instinct to reshape its sound.

The latest episode of UNSUNG welcomes Multi-platinum, Grammy award winning engineer and producer Dyre Gormsen, who joins Audiomovers hosts for an in-depth conversation about his career, the evolution of spatial audio, and his work across recording, mixing and mastering.He looks back on his journey from Copenhagen’s live music scene to building a career in London, including engineering Jason Mraz’s We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things. and receiving his first Grammy nomination. Dyre shares how the record came together organically, why working without the influence of Jason’s previous material helped shape its sound, and how that project became a major turning point in his career.Together the team dive deep into Dolby Atmos and the changing possibilities of spatial music, from becoming an early adopter of the format to approaching Atmos mixes for established records.

The latest episode of UNSUNG welcomes acclaimed mix engineer Will Lite, who joins Audiomovers hosts for an in-depth conversation about his career, his work across UK rap, and the process behind shaping records for artists including Potter Payper and Digga D. Will shares how his long-running work with Potter Payper developed from an early mix into a trusted creative relationship, including the intense process behind projects such as Training Day 3 and Thanks for Hating. He breaks down what it takes to deliver records under tight deadlines and collaborate remotely while maintaining a consistent sound across an entire project. Together the team dive deep into Will’s approach to mixing vocals, from meticulous vocal cleanup and analogue-modelled processing. He explains why he prefers shaping sound by feel rather than relying on what he sees on screen, how he approaches compression and EQ, and why speed, repeatability and trusting your ears are essential when working at the highest level. ➡️ Learn more about Audiomovers – https://audiomovers.com UNSUNG is a podcast from Audiomovers exploring the untold stories and creative processes behind the music we love. #Will #PotterPayper #DiggaD #MixEngineer #UKRap #AudioEngineering #MusicProduction #Mixing #Mastering #Audiomovers #UNSUNGPodcast 00:00 | Late nights in the studio and new artist sessions 02:15 | Finding the balance: music, lifestyle, and fishing 03:05 | Cycling through East London and local life 08:00 | Early projects and lessons from the industry 10:31 | The headache of copyright and sample permissions 10:55 | Reflections on album mixing and track appreciation 15:13 | My approach to the collaborative production process 16:42 | Creative synergy and working with Potter Payper 17:33 | Remote workflows: how I collaborate with Louis 23:13 | Adapting your mix when technical challenges hit 24:51 | Meeting tight deadlines without losing the vibe 25:07 | Balancing modern quality with a classic legacy 26:20 | Favorite collaborative tools and mixing techniques 29:49 | When communication breaks down in production 30:05 | The nightmare of mixing from WhatsApp voice notes 36:06 | Unconventional sessions and "impossible" mixing hurdles 37:04 | Navigating the social side of music collaboration 38:37 | Using AI and stem splitting to save a mix 42:07 | Creative "hacks" for difficult engineering problems 43:25 | The struggle with plugin updates and compatibility 46:47 | A deep dive into my go-to vocal chains 47:51 | Advanced vocal processing techniques 51:38 | Why I use analog gear and the Goldclip plugin 54:24 | Building the perfect mastering chain 55:18 | Are plugin subscriptions actually worth it? 57:19 | Analog warmth vs. the speed of digital workflows 01:00:00 | Hardware innovations and the future of total recall 01:01:24 | Starting the mix: drums first and audio cleanup 01:03:08 | Quick fire: favorite gear and studio picks 01:05:25 | Learning to trust a mix on headphones 01:07:25 | Choosing the right headphones: does magnet size matter? 01:08:57 | Moving beyond British rap and exploring new genres 01:10:31 | Essential advice for breaking into the music industry

The latest episode of UNSUNG welcomes acclaimed recording and mix engineer Bainz, who joins hosts Jocelin and Matt Soczywko for an in-depth conversation about his career, his long-standing creative partnership with Young Thug, and the process behind mixing some of the biggest records in hip-hop. Bainz shares how years spent recording, mixing and travelling with Young Thug have created a unique level of trust and creative understanding, allowing him to instinctively know what an artist wants from a record. He also reflects on building a career behind the scenes, working under intense deadlines, collaborating with other leading engineers, and why being in the room when a song is created can make all the difference when it comes time to mix. Together they dive deep into Bainz’s approach to vocals, from clip gain and detailed vocal cleanup to controlling harshness and keeping every word upfront and intelligible. He breaks down his hybrid mixing setup and the systems that allow him to move quickly across huge projects without sacrificing creativity. The conversation also explores working with artists including Young Thug, Lil Baby and Jordan Adetunji, collaborating with engineers across major records, mixing remotely with Audiomovers, analogue versus in-the-box workflows, the importance of maintaining an artist’s signature sound, working closely with mastering engineer Joe LaPorta, and why trust, relationships and collaboration remain at the heart of making great records. ➡️ Learn more about Audiomovers – https://audiomovers.com UNSUNG is a podcast from Audiomovers exploring the untold stories and creative processes behind the music we love. #Bainz #YoungThug #MixEngineer #AudioEngineering #MusicProduction #HipHop #RecordingEngineer #Mixing #Audiomovers # UNSUNG Podcast Timecode: 00:00 Going to NAMM vs. being on NAMM 02:50 Working so fast there's no time to talk 06:14 The relationship is the ultimate cheat code 07:43 I would still do this if I wasn't getting paid 08:36 Why you need to be in the room when inspiration hits 10:08 Does being there for the creation give your mix an edge? 12:20 Handling messy files and endless track counts 14:48 Adapting to Atmos and the remote mixing reality 15:24 My hybrid setup: mixing with the real deal gear 18:57 Breaking down my master mix chain setup 20:41 How to get vocal clarity without making it sound clinical 24:10 Streamlining my workflow using a Stream Deck 25:26 Custom quick keys that save my creative momentum 25:54 When session prep becomes a massive teamwork puzzle 28:16 Thriving under intense pressure for major label records 31:22 Dealing with crazy parallel album deadlines 32:20 Knowing when to stay in your lane as an engineer 33:48 How modern technology is changing studio collaboration 36:52 The Miami session crisis: mixing in an unfamiliar room 38:17 Using Audio Movers to bridge cross-system sessions 42:05 The specific tools I use for vocal processing 43:26 Strict template boundaries and managing client feedback 45:15 Using reference tracks and working with mastering engineers 48:54 Quick fire round: studio essentials and gear picks 50:06 Starting a pro audio lifting team in the studio 51:04 Gym stories, ego lifting, and who won on bench press 51:20 Where to find more and wrapping up the episode

The latest episode of UNSUNG welcomes acclaimed producer and engineer, Luke Wooten who joins hosts @mirek.stiles and @mattsoczywko for an in-depth conversation about building hit records in Nashville and the creative process behind some of country music's biggest artists. With a career spanning more than three decades, Luke shares stories from working with Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, William Shatner, and many more, offering a rare insight into life inside Nashville's recording scene. Together they discuss finding an artist's unique sound, the importance of choosing the right musicians, producing without ego, and why preparation is the key to capturing unforgettable performances. The conversation also explores Brad Paisley's signature recording setup, Station West Studios, Nashville's world-renowned session musicians, the evolution from tape to Pro Tools, Dolby Atmos, studio acoustics, analogue versus digital workflows, and why great records are ultimately built on great songs, great players and great collaboration. ➡️ Learn more about Audiomovers – https://audiomovers.com UNSUNG is a podcast from Audiomovers exploring the untold stories and creative processes behind the music we love. #LukeWooten #BradPaisley #MusicProduction #RecordProducer #AudioEngineering #RecordingStudio #MixEngineer #Nashville #Audiomovers #UNSUNGPodcast Timecode: 00:00 Why the musicians are Nashville’s greatest asset. 02:26 Working with Brad Paisley and his elaborate studio setup. 05:48 The ""Tackle Box"" Project: Recording 16 tracks in two days. 08:47 Stepping back from the console: Why producers stop mixing. 11:23 Capturing the artist's vision instead of your own. 13:05 The Station West origin story: Finding a ""hidden"" studio. 16:24 Taking the ultimate financial risk on a dream. 18:13 Why I converted to a standing desk for long sessions. 20:45 Creating a creative sanctuary in Costa Rica. 23:46 Watching Berry Hill transform into a world-class music hub. 25:42 Why I’m optimistic about the rising tide of streaming. 27:53 Post Malone’s deep respect for the Nashville community. 31:38 The incredible depth of talent in local session players. 34:09 Collaboration over ego in the control room. 35:42 Mixing for Brad Paisley: When the guitar is as loud as the vocal. 40:13 Why I finally transitioned to mixing entirely in the box. 44:22 The adrenaline and magic of a live tracking session. 46:08 Studio disasters: When the lights dim and the gear shorts out. 48:08 My biggest rookie mistake: The accidental feedback loop. 49:19 The importance of good diffusion and room tuning. 52:30 Quickfire: the Lewitt 1040 and the Dr. Z DB4 Amp. 56:08 Why the best guitar tones often use zero pedals. 58:08 My favorite 1961 Les Paul Jr. and the Martin D-35. 59:22 Closing thoughts and how to find Station West.