The Modern Metal Producer

Hosted by: Andrew Barr

I interview music producers, mixing engineers, and other professionals in the rock and metal genres, and share their insights for all of us to learn. The goal of this podcast is to be the podcast I wish I had 20...

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Episodes

What a Video Game Composer Knows About Metal (that you don't) - Geoffrey Day

August 11, 2026

What does a video game composer know about metal that most producers don't? Geoffrey Day has scored games like Atomic Heart and Viscerafest, turned dozens of video game tracks into Doom-style anthems, and founded The...

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How He Mixed 500+ Songs in a YEAR - Joel Wanasek

July 20, 2026

Learn professional music mixing tips from an engineer behind billions of streams. Discover the workflow used to hit number one. This interview features a veteran music mixer who has shaped the sound of major acts like...

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The Genius Behind The Biggest Rock Records of the Last Decade - Chris Baseford

July 07, 2026

In this episode, you will learn: How a hybrid analog-digital workflow enhances modern mixing The importance of patience, preparation, and mindset over pure talent Strategies to create a positive studio environment...

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The Modern Metal Producer

Episodes

What a Video Game Composer Knows About Metal (that you don't) - Geoffrey Day

How He Mixed 500+ Songs in a YEAR - Joel Wanasek

The Genius Behind The Biggest Rock Records of the Last Decade - Chris Baseford

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