Ableton Live Music Producers

In this episode, Dan and Parris discuss writing and arranging horns, how to get out of your own way while performing, Parris' experiences on the road and music journey, favorite mastering devices, sidechaining tools and methods, dissecting Parris' upcoming tracks in Ableton, and more. Parris Fleming, a distinguished horn arranger, producer, instrumentalist, and performer in Denver, CO, has made significant strides in the music industry, especially noted for his contributions to live performances. His achievements include performing in sold-out residencies with Harry Styles, such as a 15-night stint at Madison Square Garden, another 15 nights at The KIA Forum, 6 nights each at The United Center and The Moody Center, and a 4-night residency at Wembley Stadium, alongside a memorable sold-out concert at Slane Castle. Notably, Fleming was a part of breaking the single-concert attendance record in Scotland with an audience of over 65,000. His talents have also been recognized by Lotus Trumpets, leading to h

In this episode, Drew and Dan talk about Diastrata's live setup, new Live 12 MIDI features, how to fatten sounds with Drum Buss, latency, versatile tools for performing in Arrangement View, and more.  Drew Birch is the co-founder of Diastrata (formerly RECESS) with Ian Gilley originating from Arkansas before relocating to Colorado. They've performed in various venues, either with RECESS, solo, or collaborating with esteemed producers. Noteworthy achievements include playing at Red Rocks in 2021 with Sunsquabi, releasing a vinyl EP titled "RECESS" on Philos Records, and contributing to the first Flamingosis "live band" show. Their solo career gained traction with a debut performance at Meow Wolf and they're currently focused on refining their solo sound, releasing new material with Philos Records, and planning national tours with different projects for the upcoming summer and fall. www.instagram.com/d_beetz  www.facebook.com/drewbirchmusic  www.instagram.com/diastrata www.faceb

In this episode, Lettuce co-founder and guitarist Adam Smirnoff (Shmeeans) talks about the band's long history and songwriting process, tips for creating great demos, his favorite Ableton Live tools and plugins, and more. Lettuce is a GRAMMY Award-nominated six-piece group comprised of Adam Deitch [drums, percussion, arrangement], Adam “Shmeeans” Smirnoff [guitar], Erick “Jesus” Coomes [bass], Ryan Zoidis [alto, baritone, tenor sax, synth], Eric “Benny” Bloom [trumpet, horns], and Nigel Hall [vocals, keys, clavinet].  With a large and diverse discography, the group has collaborated with notable artists including Wu-Tang Clan, Chaka Khan, John Scofield, Fred Wesley, JB Horns, and many others. The group has sold out hundreds of shows across the USA and internationally, as they continue to be innovators that push the boundaries of hip-hop, rock, psychedelia, funk, jazz, soul music. Lettuce recently released VIBE on digital platforms– a single 48 minute continuous session of pure, free-flowing improvisa

In this special episode, Brian Funk and Dan review many of Ableton Live 12's new features. Watch the video with screen sharing on YouTube or Spotify.  Brian Funk is a songwriter, producer, and Ableton Certified Trainer from New York. Brian hosts The Music Production Podcast and teaches music production for Berklee Online. His Ableton Live Packs are used by producers all over the world, and Brian's new book, 5-Minute Music Producer: 365 Music-Making Activities gives songwriters and producers short activities to overcome writer's block and develop professional workflows. Episode Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 9:00 - Roar  13:35 - Meld  17:40 Granulator 2 19:35 New modulation behavior 21:20 Performance Pack 32:00 Browser history  34:14 Enhanced workflows 35:00 Keep Latency On 39:15 Stacked Detailed View 43:50 - Advanced Browser features - Tagging & organization 46:22 Similar Sounds 54:00 New MIDI clip features 1:01:40 - Scale Awareness and Scale Aware devices  1:02:30 - Arpeggiator  1:03:00 - Chord an

In this episode Taetro shares his favorite studio controllers, gear, plugins, and why he loves using Push 3. He also shares a bit about AI editing tools, what it's like being a full-time content creator on YouTube, why artists should monetize their content, his musical journey, and more.  Taetro (Nick) is a producer, content creator/ YouTuber, and educator currently based in Austin, Texas. With over 300,000+ YouTube subscribers, he's cultivated a world-wide community of studio producers teaching music production tips, hosting production challenges and charity events, and more. Taetro is also known for his controllerism, creating videos to feature the latest music gear and software. He's had sponsorships by many of today's most popular music brands.  SPONSORED BY LEWITT: The LEWITT PURE TUBE is a professional studio microphone with timeless premium sound optimized for vocal recordings. It features a new and unique circuit. The signal path is completely free from semiconductors and capacitors,

In this episode Alex Medellin (aka Late Night Radio) shares about his unique sampling process, inspiring tips for producers and performing artists, how he prepares for shows, favorite gear, and more. Late Night Radio is a staple in the Colorado electronic music scene. Based in Denver, his music uniquely blends classic soul and third coast hip-hop influences, creating a sound that pushes the boundaries of the genre. With a career spanning nearly a decade, Late Night Radio has released a series of fan-favorite albums and collaborated with artists like Canadian rapper Def3. His 2022 bass EP "Back Around" on Philos Records and the 10th installment of the Vinyl Restoration series showcase his ongoing musical evolution. Follow Late Night Radio below: www.lnrtunes.com www.facebook.com/l8nightradio www.twitter.com/l8nightradio www.instagram.com/latenightradio www.soundcloud.com/late-night-radio www.bit.ly/2E8ksMh www.spoti.fi/2Fl5leH  SPONSORED BY LEWITT: The LEWITT PURE TUBE is a professional studio mic

In this episode, Marc Mount (Mport) shares his production workflows, favorite plugins and synths, how creating unique videos for social media helps him finish more music, audio sampling techniques, random show stories, and more.  Marc is a Denver native and pioneer of bass music. Educated in recording arts and music, Mport has crafted a distinctive sound. His viral hit "Level 9," with over 10 million views, and an EP released on Wakaan showcase his work, while support from industry giants like Zeds Dead, Tommy Lee, and many others. Mport's infectious beats and innovative approach to music, influenced by meme culture through his videos, are taking the electronic music scene by storm. Follow Mport Below:  www.soundcloud.com/mportaudio www.instagram.com/mportmusic  www.facebook.com/MportMusic  www.twitter.com/MportAudio  TikTok: @mportmusic Join Podcast Newsletter: https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter Special thanks to KMG Life Studios in Denver, CO where this episode was recorded.

In this episode, Frequent (Nolan) shares production tips, his music background, the mental aspects of being a producer, one of the best explanations of Nyquist Theory, why you shouldn't consider using templates, joining music collectives vs. labels, why you should get better at mixing and mastering your own tracks, and more. COPYCATT also joins later in the episode for some fun and random conversation. Born and raised in Colorado, Frequent (Nolan) has left his mark on various niches of electronic music. He's brought his sound anywhere from busted out warehouses and underground clubs to massive venues and festival stages. His more prominent performances include Red Rocks, Coalesce, and Infrasound among others. Nolan has also shared the stage with recognized artists like Tipper, Amon Tobin / Two Fingers, Jade Cicada, Illenium, Chee, Kursa, and more. In 2013 Frequent spearheaded the music collective UPSCALE, which he runs to this day alongside Hudson Lee. Since its creation, UPSCALE worked with countl

In this episode, Morgan Page, a Grammy-nominated producer, DJ, and tech enthusiast, shares his production secrets, favorite studio tools, and groundbreaking projects. With a career spanning over a decade and marked by chart-topping releases, Morgan is a leading force in electronic music. He shares insights into his solar-powered studio, early tech adoption, and collaborations with Tesla and SpaceX. Tune in to hear about his innovative 'Airwave' podcast and the Quick Tips project, where he imparts his vast knowledge to the creative community. From his Las Vegas residency at Elia Beach Club to major festivals worldwide, Morgan continues to push boundaries in both music and technology. Episode recorded at KMG Life Studios Follow Morgan Page Below: www.morgan-page.com www.instagram.com/morganpage Join Podcast Newsletter: ⁠⁠www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter

In this episode, Dan and Sofia chat about everything from spatial audio design, scoring for TV and film, her vocal processing, favorite gear and orchestral plugins, what it's like scoring for documentaries, and more.  Drum & Lace, also known as Sofia degli Alessandri-Hultquist, is a versatile artist and composer hailing from Florence, Italy. Her music defies genre boundaries, blending sampled field recordings, lush synths, chamber instruments, and electronic beats, reflecting a chameleon-like nature. Inspired by film music, musique concrète, and the natural world, she creates textured electronica by harmoniously combining diverse sounds. In 2022, Drum & Lace unveiled her debut LP, "Natura," on the ambient vinyl label Past Inside the Present. The album features contributions from the London Contemporary Orchestra and Italian drummer Valentina Magaletti. Her live performances often incorporate audio-visual and spatial elements, showcasing her fascination with the synergy of music and tec

Alberto Chapa is a producer, Ableton Certified Trainer, and educator that has helped hundreds of artists turn their ideas into reality. Through his role as Brand Manager for Ableton, Inc, Alberto supports a diverse community of artists, educators, and students using technology to create amazing things.   His company, Musical Guest provides artist development and live performance solutions for artists like Imagine Dragons, LP Giobbi, Caroline Rose, Surfaces, Brockhampton, Mama Duke, and DIIV.  Follow Alberto Below: www.musicalguest.net  www.instagram.com/musicalguest Sponsored By:  Magic Mind is the world's #1 productivity drink. Drink it when you need mental clarity, focus, and energy throughout the day, without getting that "caffeine" anxiety. It contains 130x the antioxidants of regular green tea, including nootropics, adaptogens, and functional mushrooms with ceremonial grade matcha.  **Learn more at: ⁠⁠www.magicmind.com/ableton⁠⁠ 20% off code: ABLETON20 Join the newsletter to get free Ab

In this episode, Tobi Hunke (AbletonDrummer.com) shares about features he would like to see in Ableton Live, favorite workarounds using Max For Live devices, Warping and Tempo Follow features, popular devices he's created for thousands of artists and performers, and more. Tobi Hunke is a professional drummer, producer, Ableton Instructor, and Founder of AbletonDrummer.com. He’s created hundreds of Max for Live devices solving technical problems for Ableton Live users, as well as building creative devices to expand workflows for MIDI hardware/ software. He currently offers classes and custom Max for Live devices on his website AbletonDrummer.com. Follow Tobi below: www.abletondrummer.com www.Facebook.com/groups/abletondrummer www.instagram.com/abletondrummer @AbletonDrummer Download Resampler Pro Device (FREE): www.liveproducersonline.com/resampler-pro Join Podcast Newsletter: www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter

SunSquabi is an 'electronic hydro funk' group from Colorado which includes the members—Kevin Donohue [guitar, keys, production], Josh Fairman [bass, synth], and Chris Anderson [drums]. They’ve racked up tens of millions of streams and have performed at major festivals and venues around the world. SunSquabi also has notable collaborations with recognized artists including GRiZ, Big Gigantic, Late Night Radio, and many others. Their live performances bring a fresh energy, blending live instruments with electronic production elements, bridging the gap between jam bands and electronic music.  Follow Sunsquabi Below:  www.sunsquabi.com www.instagram.com/sunsquabi www.facebook.com/SunSquabi www.twitter.com/sunsquabi www.youtube.com/channel/UCGm0-cNNX123mDHWvVsucJA SPONSORED BY: Magic Mind is the world's #1 productivity drink. Drink it when you need mental clarity, focus, and energy throughout the day, without getting that "caffeine" anxiety. It contains 130x the antioxidants of regular gre

Slynk (Evan) is a producer, DJ, and educator originally from Brisbane, Australia. With the overwhelming support and love from the world’s most respected funk artists, Slynk's reputation has been growing strong producing a variety of genres with numerous releases on established labels including Westwood Recordings, Jalapeno Records, Goodgroove, Discocakes, and more. He’s collaborated with recognized artists such as Lazy Syrup Orchestra, ill.Gates, Stickybuds, Defunk, Father Funk, Def3, not to mention Slynk's remix for Bootsy Collins.  Evan also has multiple tutorial videos that were released by Ableton on a variety of topics, in addition to support from other music brands. Today, when Evan isn’t producing or playing festivals and shows regularly, he’s teaching lessons and offering Ableton packs/ samples through his website Slynk.net Follow Slynk below:  www.slynk.net  www.facebook.com/evanslynk www.instagram.com/evanslynk  www.twitter.com/evanslynk  Sponsored By:  Magic Mind is the world's #1 pr

Alexia Riner is an electronic music producer, sound designer, installation artist and DJ, who specializes in building complex soundscapes for a range of media. Since receiving a dual-Bachelor’s in Music Technology and Film Scoring from Berklee College of Music, Alexia has performed both in the US and internationally, and has produced for a variety of artists including Madame Gandhi. She has collaborated with prominent companies like Ableton and Native instruments, developing innovative sound installations and sound design. One of her career highlights includes Perimeter- a collaboration with Angelica Tavella featured at Ableton’s 2018 Loop conference. Perimeter is an interactive audio installation commissioned by Ableton, involving the installation of multi-sensor systems across Hollywood which played music when triggered. She has received various awards and recognition for her work including “Best Score” at the Hollywood Film Festival for Sewra G Kidane’s film “As Above.” Alexia is currently working on upcom

Josh Spoon is a programmer, musician, producer and Ableton Certified Trainer who has been performing music around L.A. for over a decade. He's worked on projects with companies like Ableton, Creative Live, Splice, Yamaha, iZotope, Mixed in Key and currently works full time at Cycling '74. Josh has written curriculum for Musicians Institute, Point Blank L.A., Garnish Music School, and has taught hundreds of artists Ableton Live, including a Saudi Prince. He's most proud of his latest release, "Music 2 Float 2," where he plays guitar for the first time. Josh also worked as a DJ on the show Can I Kick It with comedians Tone Bell, Al Jackson and Joe DeRosa, and worked with Neal Brennan, Michelle Buteau, Chris Redd, Mosha Kashar, and many others. Josh has provided Ableton Live playback support for artist like Giorgio Moroder, ZZ Ward, and the list goes on. Follow Josh Below: www.instagram.com/joshspoon joshspoon.bandcamp.com  Loopy Pro is a new live-performance DAW and looper which lets

Nick Sanborn is a Grammy-nominated artist, multi-instrumentalist, DJ, and producer based in Durham, NC. He’s best known for his work as half of the electronic duo Sylvan Esso, and for his solo work under the moniker Made of Oak. As a solo artist, he recently released a collaborative EP 'Inertia' with the NC-based producer GRRL, as GRRL x Made of Oak. Sanborn's producing credits include acclaimed releases from Mountain Man, Flock of Dimes, Caroline Rose, Daughter of Swords, The Tallest Man on Earth, and more. He is a co-founder of both the Psychic Hotline record label as well as Betty’s, a recording studio based in Chapel Hill, NC. Follow Nick Below: www.madeofoak.comsylvanesso.com psychic-hotline.net Loopy Pro is a new live-performance DAW and looper which lets you easily build ANY kind of setup. You get unlimited loops and one-shot clips, a fully capable mixer, support for multi-channel USB soundcards, and deep plugin support with inserts, sends and instruments. Join many other professional art

Rob Levere (Homemade Spaceship) is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, songwriter, and mastering engineer. He currently teaches Ableton Live at KMG Studios in Denver, CO, when not touring nationally. Homemade Spaceship has sold out headlining shows across the USA, supporting established artists like SoDown, Griz, The Floozies, Mr. BIll, FKJ, Mr. Carmack, Maddy O’Neal, Vibesquad, etc. Rob has had millions of streams across multiple platforms with his debut album coming out August 17th, 2023. Follow Rob Below: Instagram.com/homemadespaceship SoundCloud.com/homemadespaceship Facebook.com/homemadespaceship Twitter.com/homemdespaceshp Loopy Pro is a new live-performance DAW and looper which lets you easily build ANY kind of setup. You get unlimited loops and one-shot clips, a fully capable mixer, support for multi-channel USB soundcards, and deep plugin support with inserts, sends and instruments. Join many other professional artists and download the free trial! FREE TRIAL HERE: loopypro.com Join the newsletter

Grammy-Nominated composer, producer, and remixer Sebastian Arocha Morton is one of today’s most eclectic and innovative musicians in the LA scene. He's composed and produced for award-winning films including Iron Man 2, Houdini, Robocop, The Spongebob Movie, Little Miss Sunshine, Disney's "Iron Man Experience" and "World of Color". Additional credits include video games such as EA's Madden 2019, and Primetime TV Hits "Young Sheldon”, "The Orville", “Mr. Robot", Tyler Perry's “Alex Cross”, among many others.  Sebastian's work (under the moniker ROCAsound) also includes collaborations with artists such as Sting on the Billboard #1 track “Never Coming Home”, Mary J.Blige, Seal, Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, Rick James, Kaskade, Santana, Counting Crows, and eclectic drum programming and production sessions with the London Symphony for David Sylvian and Ryuichi Sakamoto’s iconic “Scent of Magnolia”. Not to mention many other credits and artist collabor

Listen to the best moments from episodes #57 - #62 sharing about producing for gaming, the future of music tech, building a vocal chain, different artist career paths, favorite gear, and more. #57 - Producing Experimental Bass Music w/ AHEE In this episode, Chris Adams (AHEE) shares his approach to creating experimental bass music including sound design, Ableton devices, Serum, and other production methods.  Follow: www.iamahee.com #58 - Producing Music for Video Games w/ Elliot Callighan In this episode, Dan and Elliot Callighan discuss the process of producing music for video games Follow: www.unlockaudio.com #59 - Vocal Production and Music Workflow w/ Dresage In this episode, Keeley (Dresage) shares insights into her music making process and vocal production workflows, favorite plugins, and experience producing for film and TV. Follow: www.dresage.la #60 - Music Production Insights w/ Yeuda Ben-Atar In this episode Yeuda Ben-Atar discusses a variety of topics including the future of music tech, how a