Robert L. Smith: Being Prepared for the Studio

Robert L. Smith is an Oscar and Grammy-winning, Emmy-nominated producer, composer, and engineer. His 35+ years in the music industry also includes work as a composer, director, DJ, videographer, photographer, writer, and public speaker.Based in New York City, his career spans the globe, collaborating with legends from every country. Some recent highlights include “The Get Down” for Netflix, with director Baz Luhrmann, netting a # 1 Billboard single “Telepathy” with Christina Aguilera featuring Nile Rogers and Sia; Tina Arena’s # 2 album “Love saves”; Oscar and Grammy wins for the documentary “20 Feet From Stardom”; an ongoing work with Sir PaulMcCartney; production with Peter Asher for Steve Martin’s latest “The Long Awaited Album” with the Steep Canyon Rangers, as well as collaborating with Alice Cooper on Pink Floyd’s “Wish You Were Here” Symphonic album. Robert is currently working on his memoir, as well as helping artists navigate the ever-changing tides of the music industry.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:Studio etiquette Navigating work/life balanceWorking smarter, not harderManaging expectations in the studioFinding mentorsWorking all of the roles in a production vs. only oneGainstaging with mixing in mindHow to prepare for sessionsWorking with AerosmithThe importance of a headphone mixWorking on the TV show GleeHow winning a Grammy won’t change your lifeSession organizationMixing vocals firstTo learn more about Robert L. Smith, visit: https://defyrecordings.com/Looking for 1-on-1 feedback and training to help you create pro-quality mixes?Check out my coaching program Amplitude and apply to join:https://masteryourmix.com/amplitude/  Want additional help with your music productions?For tips on how to improve your mixes, visit: https://masteryourmix.com/ Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/ Get your copy of my Amazon #1 bestselling books:The Recording Mindset: A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Pro Recordings From Your Home Studio: https://therecordingmindset.com The Mixing Mindset: The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/ Check out our Sponsors:Want more Mixing or Mastering clients? Communicate your true value with MixFlip: https://mixflip.io/?affiliate=mym Download Waves Plugins here: https://waves.alzt.net/EK3G2K Subscribe to the show:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast/id1240842781 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5V4xtrWSnpA5e9L67QcJej Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourMix Have questions you’d like...