Behind the Record

Matt Collings

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This is a podcast where I talk about various aspects of popular music and the music industry in the United States. I consider studio technology, recording labels, streaming services, piracy, and more.

09/05/2018

The Hip-Hop Takeover - Behind the Record 09

Hip-hop is constantly growing. The last few decades have seen a crazy surge in popularity for hip-hop and R&B. What does this mean for society, and what does it mean for the music itself? Music credit goes to HookSounds. Hip-Hop Becomes Dominant U.S. Genre: https://www.forbes.com/sites/hughmcintyre/2017/07/17/hip-hoprb-has-now-become-the-dominant-genre-in-the-u-s-for-the-first-time/#43e859bd5383

9 min
09/05/2018

Analog vs. Digital - Behind the Record 08

In this episode I talk about analog music vs. digital music. Covers how each functions, their differences, advantages, and disadvantages. Music credit goes to HookSounds. Analog vs. Digital Overview: https://www.klipsch.com/blog/digital-vs-analog-audio Analog/Digital Advantages & Disadvantages: http://www.planetoftunes.com/digital-audio/pros-and-cons-of-analogue-and-digital-audio.html#.WvIKMKSUthE

10 min
09/05/2018

Independent Artists - Behind the Record 07

What is an independent artist? Why are artists increasingly choosing to go independent from labels? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this? What are some examples of artists who have been successful independently? Music credit goes to HookSounds. Billboard Top Independent Artists 2017: https://www.billboard.com/charts/year-end/2017/independent-artists

9 min
17/04/2018

Music Streaming Part 2 - Behind the Record 06

How have music streaming services changed the financial landscape of the industry? Are musicians being paid enough for their streams? This is part 2 of 2 in the Behind the Record music streaming series. Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds. Sources: https://www.statista.com/statistics/186688/downloads-of-digital-music-singles-in-the-us-since-2004/ https://www.sutori.com/story/history-of-music-streaming https://www.theverge.com/2015/12/7/9861372/spotify-year-in-review-artist-payment-royalties https://medium.com/bandbasher/5-things-artists-need-to-know-about-their-44-increase-in-streaming-profits-51d680ab9fb5

9 min
22/03/2018

Music Streaming Part 1 - Behind the Record 05

How popular is music streaming today? How does it fit into the industry? This is part 1 of 2 in the Behind the Record music streaming series. Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds. Apple Music vs. Spotify - streaming stats & features: https://www.digitaltrends.com/music/apple-music-vs-spotify/ Comparison of major streaming services (stats): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_on-demand_music_streaming_services History of music streaming & financial controversy: https://www.sutori.com/story/history-of-music-streaming

13 min
12/03/2018

Home Studio Guide - Behind the Record 04

What are the essential pieces of gear that a beginner needs for a home studio? Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds. Blue Yeti Microphone: https://www.bluedesigns.com/products/yeti/ MXL 770 Microphone: http://www.mxlmics.com/microphones/studio/770/ DAW Guide: https://ehomerecordingstudio.com/best-daw-software/ Audio Interface Guide: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/audio/buying-guide/audio-interfaces Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio Interface: https://us.focusrite.com/usb-audio-interfaces/scarlett-solo Mackie CR Studio Monitors: http://mackie.com/products/cr-series

15 min
05/03/2018

Microphones - Behind the Record 03

This episode deals with different kinds of microphones, how they are used for commercial music, and what their variety and complexity says about the overall music creation process. Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds. Sources/Additional Info: The Making of Where Are U Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mY5FNRh0h4 First Recorded Song: http://www.craveonline.com/music/669691-listen-to-the-first-ever-recorded-song-and-prepare-to-be-terrified Microphone Varieties + General Info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microphone Polar/Pickup Patterns: https://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/6-microphone-pickup-patterns-every-filmmaker-should-know/

13 min
22/02/2018

Audio Effects - Behind the Record 02

I talk about and demonstrate three of the major audio effects that get used when creating professional music. Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds.

15 min
13/02/2018

Who Can Make Music? - Behind the Record 01

I discuss how the tools used to create music are more accessible than ever before. Anyone can be a digital musician, and anyone can create quality content. Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds. Source: https://www.recordingconnection.com/reference-library/recording-entrepreneurs/how-the-internet-changed-music/

11 min
01/02/2018

Intro & Welcome - Behind the Record 00

This is the introductory episode of Behind the Record - a podcast series that takes a look at music behind-the-scenes, from the way that music labels function to how streaming has changed everything.

7 min

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Behind the Record

Behind the Record

Episodes

The Hip-Hop Takeover - Behind the Record 09

Analog vs. Digital - Behind the Record 08

Independent Artists - Behind the Record 07

Music Streaming Part 2 - Behind the Record 06

Music Streaming Part 1 - Behind the Record 05

Home Studio Guide - Behind the Record 04

Microphones - Behind the Record 03

Audio Effects - Behind the Record 02

Who Can Make Music? - Behind the Record 01

Intro & Welcome - Behind the Record 00

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