Face Your Ears

Face Your Ears Podcast
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'Face Your Ears' is an ongoing podcast for musicians who want to bring their creative ideas to life regardless of age, experience or know-how. Join Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella as they "talk shop" with regards to the ins and outs of music creation. The conversations are approachable, fun and informative! Topics range from the technical to the practical, peppering in the anecdotal, philosophical and beyond. Be part of the conversation by listening to the Podcast, sharing with friends and connecting via Instagram and Twitter. For more information visit their website at www.faceyourears.com 

  1. OCT 28

    Episode 40: Free Stuff!

    Exploring Free Music Production Tools: DAWs, Instruments, Effects, and Loops In this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Justin Ho and Rich Bozic discuss the abundance of free digital recording resources available for music production. They recount their recent musical projects, including performances and upcoming releases. The main topic explores various free digital audio workstations (DAWs), software instruments, audio effects, and loop resources. Justin and Rich highlight specific tools such as BandLab, Audacity, DexEd, Vital, Valhalla Super Massive, Circle drum loops, and websites like Freesound.org and Looperman.com. They offer practical advice for both beginners and experienced producers looking to expand their toolkit without breaking the bank. The episode underscores the idea that high-quality music production need not be prohibitively expensive, with a wealth of free tools and resources available for creative exploration. 00:00 Welcome to Face Your Ears Podcast 05:17 Recent Events and Performances 07:57 Podcast Milestones and Listener Appreciation 08:45 Today's Topic: Free Digital Recording Tools 09:49 Exploring Free DAWs 17:12 Free Virtual Instruments 22:06 Free Audio Effects 23:55 Free Loops and Samples 27:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts For links to the resources mentioned in the episode follow this link where you'll find them all collected together: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ohS7ajH8xHgkHiLVkRsrkrvN6vUUwkOxWedQZ3U8TJY/edit?usp=sharing For Production Services, Coaching and Lessons, visit: www.rjbmusicproduction.com For help prepping your songs/voice for the studio: www.bozicvoicestudio.com ---- https://www.faceyourears.com https://www.instagram.com/faceyourearspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Face-Your-Ears-Podcast/

    29 min

  2. SEP 30

    Episode 39: Song Scaffolding

    Song Scaffolding: Methods and Tools for Aspiring Musicians In this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella  delve into the concept of song scaffolding, exploring structured approaches for songwriting. Topics include comparing strophic and through-composed songs, employing the SIMPLE method for song creation, analyzing existing songs for inspiration, and utilizing various tools in DAWs like Logic Pro to facilitate the songwriting process. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, these insights offer valuable techniques for enhancing your creative workflow. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:33 Upcoming Events and Projects 02:11 Podcast Milestones and Popular Episodes 03:32 Deep Dive into Song Scaffolding 07:04 The SIMPLE Method for Songwriting 17:29 Practical Tips for Using DAWs 22:05 Summary and Closing Remarks Learn more about Kris Bradley's S.I.M.P.L.E Method:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xuCNnFpdBU For Production assistance and coaching from Justin: https://www.manmaderandom.com/ 'Head Like A Hole' by Justin's 'Same Not Same' Industrial-Electronic music project: https://music.apple.com/us/album/head-like-a-hole-single/1834582245 For Production Services, Coaching and Lessons, visit: www.rjbmusicproduction.com For help prepping your songs/voice for the studio: www.bozicvoicestudio.com ---- https://www.faceyourears.com https://www.instagram.com/faceyourearspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Face-Your-Ears-Podcast/

    25 min

  3. AUG 26

    Episode 38: Releasing A Song

    In this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella discuss the essentials of releasing music to the world. The duo delve into the foundational steps for music distribution, highlighting platforms like DistroKid, TuneCore, and CD Baby, and the importance of having your audio files, artwork, and genre details in order. They also cover copyright essentials and explore various strategies and tools for promoting your music, including social media, playlist promotion services, and hiring social media managers. This episode provides a comprehensive guide for artists looking to release and promote their music effectively. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:27 Vacation Recap: Sunny California and the NAM Museum 01:50 Updates and Upcoming Events 02:26 Artists releasing on RJB Music Production 03:35 Releasing Music: Getting Started 04:41 Choosing a Music Distributor 07:21 Preparing Your Music for Distribution 10:54 Understanding Copyright 14:12 Promoting Your Music 19:22 Conclusion and Recap Get Ready to Release: https://www.rjbmusicproduction.com/get-ready-to-release Copyright services: https://cosynd.com Music Marketing Services: https://www.show.co For Production Services, Coaching and Lessons, visit: www.rjbmusicproduction.com For help prepping your songs/voice for the studio: www.bozicvoicestudio.com ---- https://www.faceyourears.com https://www.instagram.com/faceyourearspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Face-Your-Ears-Podcast/

    22 min

  4. JUL 29

    Episode 37: Production Pitfalls

    Avoiding Production Pitfalls in DIY Music In this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella discuss various challenges and common pitfalls in music production. They provide insights on maintaining effective communication, avoiding overthinking, and resisting the temptation to tweak endlessly. The conversation highlights the necessity of clear protocols, timeframes, and methods of communication, particularly in collaborative projects. They also celebrate the growing global audience of the podcast and share excitement about an upcoming October Fest concert in collaboration with local musicians. The episode aims to equip emerging artists and producers with practical advice to streamline their workflow and foster better professional relationships. 00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Event 02:19 Global Audience and Podcast Growth 04:59 Production Pitfalls: Overthinking and Perfectionism 18:24 Communication in Music Production 27:00 Summary and Conclusion For Production Services, Coaching and Lessons, visit: www.rjbmusicproduction.com For help prepping your songs/voice for the studio: www.bozicvoicestudio.com ---- https://www.faceyourears.com https://www.instagram.com/faceyourearspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Face-Your-Ears-Podcast/

    30 min

  5. JUN 24

    Episode 36: Marc Matthews

    In this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich and Justin welcome Marc Matthews, a prolific producer and the host of the Inside the Mix podcast. They delve into Marc’s journey in the music industry, discussing his extensive experience in mixing, mastering, and teaching. Marc shares valuable tips on preparing tracks for mastering, the benefits and challenges of AI in music production, and how to overcome self-doubt in creative projects. The episode is packed with advice for emerging artists and producers looking to enhance their craft and find their unique sound. 00:00 Welcome to Face Your Ears Podcast 00:40 Creative Projects Update 01:20 Venturing into YouTube 02:47 Introducing Marc Matthews 02:59 Marc Matthews' Musical Journey 05:24 Common Mixing Mistakes 08:56 The Importance of Documentation 14:56 Mastering Your Own Tracks vs. Hiring a Pro 19:04 AI in Music Mastering 24:45 AI in Music: Recognizing Artificial Creativity 25:21 The Role of AI in Music Production 26:41 Co-Producer Plugin: A Game Changer 28:14 The Endless Tweaking Cycle in Music Production 28:42 Mindset Shifts for Finishing Tracks 30:32 Setting Deadlines and Iteration Processes 32:39 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Music Production 35:44 The Academic Route to Music Production 38:52 Lightning Round: Fun and Insights 44:19 Final Thoughts and Promotions Links for Marc Matthews: Newsletter:  https://bit.ly/406krPU Podcast:  https://insidethemix.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@MarcMatthewsProducer IG:  https://www.instagram.com/marcmatthewsproducer/ Website:  https://www.synthmusicmastering.com/ Check out the Episodes of 'Inside the Mix' featuring Justin and Rich: Justin: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/music-production-and-mixing-tips-podcast-for-diy/id1551795483?i=1000704410223 Rich: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/music-production-and-mixing-tips-podcast-for-diy/id1551795483?i=1000708233891 For Production Services, Coaching and Lessons, visit: www.rjbmusicproduction.com For help prepping your songs/voice for the studio: www.bozicvoicestudio.com ---- https://www.faceyourears.com https://www.instagram.com/faceyourearspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Face-Your-Ears-Podcast/

    47 min

  6. MAY 27

    Episode 35: Producing On A Budget

    In this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, the hosts Rich and Justin explore how to build a music production rig on a budget of $1000. They discuss two scenarios: one where a musician has a computer but no equipment, and another where the musician has no equipment or computer. Each host presents their proposed gear lists, sharing tips and websites for acquiring quality, budget-friendly music production equipment. They emphasize the importance of platforms like Reverb for used gear and recommend specific pieces such as the Behringer C1 condenser microphone, Audio Technica headphones, Focusrite Scarlett interfaces, and Logic Pro. The episode also includes personal updates from both hosts on their current and upcoming projects. 00:00 Welcome to Face Your Ears Podcast 00:58 Upcoming Projects and Collaborations 02:47 Podcast Features and Social Media Milestones 04:50 Producing Music on a Budget 06:18 Building a Budget-Friendly Music Rig 15:32 Laptop and Interface Selection 17:18 Microphone and Accessories 18:47 Studio Monitors and Cables 20:43 Mac Setup with Logic Pro 25:22 Universal Setup with Apollo Solo 30:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts You can review Justin's Budget Document Here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1BEztEQBtU7B9NGYmPajCJTVhaKTgQExP5Tv1zlc1z6o/edit?usp=sharing You can review Rich's Budget Document Here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Cpg0swhZGe434RqLwFxdKW1L642CsyJjMPCPz_OhU9s/edit?usp=sharing Check out Justin's Episode on 'Inside The Mix' with Marc Matthews: https://insidethemix.buzzsprout.com/1639201/episodes/17001499-191-every-logic-pro-user-should-know-these-hidden-tools-do-you-ft-justin-hochella For Production Services, Coaching and Lessons, visit: www.rjbmusicproduction.com For help prepping your songs/voice for the studio: www.bozicvoicestudio.com ---- https://www.faceyourears.com https://www.instagram.com/faceyourearspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Face-Your-Ears-Podcast/

    32 min

  7. APR 29

    Episode 34: John Hildreth

    Exploring Musical Stories with John Hildreth In this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich and Justin are joined by the multi-talented musician John Hildreth. They discuss John's extensive background as a musician, songwriter, producer, and educator, as well as his unique instruments and recording setup in his home studio, 'The Blue Room.' John shares his insights on the use of AI in music, his memorable gigs, advice for budding musicians, and his latest musical releases. The conversation also touches on the importance of embracing one's unique musical abilities in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. 00:00 Welcome to Face Your Ears Podcast 00:43 Milestone Announcement and Listener Appeal 01:08 Introducing John Hildreth 01:35 John Hildreth's Musical Journey 05:51 John's Gear and The Blue Room 10:24 John's Recent Releases 14:08 Live Performances and Local Scene 19:53 Highlighting Musical Collaboration 21:36 Embracing Unique Talents 23:38 The Role of AI in Music 34:58 Lightning Round with John 39:19 Final Thoughts and Farewell Links for John Hildreth: Website: https://www.johnhildrethguitar.com SouncCloud: https://soundcloud.com/john-hildreth Bandcamp: https://johnhildreth.bandcamp.com/album/the-hidden-world Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5iNGTRZAZN9ryhPN7CAFaQ?si=fS7IXijDTtCNv96jqsWqVw YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/johnhildreth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejohnhildreth For Production Services, Coaching and Lessons, visit: www.rjbmusicproduction.com For help prepping your songs/voice for the studio: www.bozicvoicestudio.com ---- https://www.faceyourears.com https://www.instagram.com/faceyourearspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Face-Your-Ears-Podcast/

    42 min

  8. MAR 25

    Episode 33: Studio Maintenance

    Studio Maintenance Tips In this episode of the Face Your Ears podcast, hosts Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella celebrate a milestone of over 2,000 downloads and share exciting news about their short video clips available on social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube. The main topic delves into studio maintenance, discussing essential practices for both the physical and virtual realms of a studio setup. Highlights include tips for general cleaning, effective cable management, repair strategies, and data management. The episode also explores the benefits of tools like CleanMyMac, the importance of regular backups, and the pros and cons of cloud storage. Join Rich and Justin as they offer valuable insights to keep your studio running smoothly and efficiently. 00:00 Welcome and Milestone Celebration 00:41 Social Media Expansion 01:59 Listener Feedback and AI Episode 03:39 Introducing Today's Topic: Studio Maintenance 04:54 Physical Studio Maintenance Tips 10:16 Repair and Troubleshooting 15:28 Selling and Parting with Equipment 19:56 Virtual Studio Maintenance Tips 22:38 Backup and Cloud Storage 26:59 Conclusion and Farewell Clean My Mac: https://cleanmymac.macpaw.com DeOxit: https://a.co/d/egrMDUK Compressed Air: https://a.co/d/dw2N4xD Screen Cleaner: https://a.co/d/1efizf3 Google Cloud Backup: https://cloud.google.com/storage For Production Services, Coaching and Lessons, visit: www.rjbmusicproduction.com For help prepping your songs/voice for the studio: www.bozicvoicestudio.com ---- https://www.faceyourears.com https://www.instagram.com/faceyourearspodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Face-Your-Ears-Podcast/

    28 min
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'Face Your Ears' is an ongoing podcast for musicians who want to bring their creative ideas to life regardless of age, experience or know-how. Join Rich Bozic and Justin Hochella as they "talk shop" with regards to the ins and outs of music creation. The conversations are approachable, fun and informative! Topics range from the technical to the practical, peppering in the anecdotal, philosophical and beyond. Be part of the conversation by listening to the Podcast, sharing with friends and connecting via Instagram and Twitter. For more information visit their website at www.faceyourears.com 

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  • Creator
    Face Your Ears Podcast
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Face Your Ears
  • Show Website
    Face Your Ears

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