Capturing Hit Record Moments: Vocal Production Tips with Dana Nielsen

I’m thrilled to share this amazing conversation with Travis Ference for Episode 107 of his wonderful Progressions podcast! This was such a fun hang as Travis and I covered a wide range of topics, tips, techniques, stories and philosophies for engineers, mixers, musicians and producers. Enjoy!

In this episode you'll learn about:

Vocal Production Techniques
The Importance of Headphone Mixes
The Art of Editing Musically
Melodyne Vocal Tuning Tips
Working with Rick Rubin
Understanding Production is about the People, Not the Tools
Running a 2nd Record Rig at All Times
Translating Your Taste to Your Production Choices

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Host with the most: Travis Ference

Travis Ference is a Grammy nominated mixer, producer, and recording engineer based out of Los Angeles, CA. With nearly two decades of experience in the record business he has worked on multiple #1 albums, several top 10’s, numerous RIAA platinum and gold certified records, as well as hit TV shows and blockbuster films. His work can be heard on more than 15 million albums sold worldwide and over 1 billion streams.

I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!

Be sure to check out Travis’ other podcast episodes for additional inspiring convos about recording, mixing, production, music business, and more.

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Learn more about Travis Ference at www.travisference.com

Learn more about me, and hire me to produce, record, and/or mix your next project at www.dananielsen.com

And if you’d like to learn HOW I produce, record and mix so you can follow along and do it yourself, you are in the right place! Right here on Mixprotege.com

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Natural Vocal Production

Dana Nielsen

Learn how to produce vocals like a pro, from a pro.

In this class, Grammy-nominated Billboard #1 mixer, producer, engineer, Dana Nielsen takes you into his studio and teaches you his complete vocal editing and post-production process — the same process he's used with chart-topping artists such as Adele, Justin Timberlake, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and countless others. Follow along as he shows how to comp, tune, mix, and master a full-length song featuring vocals and acoustic guitar from start to finish, right in front of you, explaining everything he's doing along the way.
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PREP SCHOOL

Dana Nielsen

Whether you're here to level up your own prep process, or because you're interested in prepping mix sessions for me - you've come to the right place. PREP SCHOOL is now in session!

In this episode Grammy-nominated engineer and mixer Dana Nielsen takes us on a journey through his illustrious career, having collaborated with music legends like Bob Dylan, Rihanna, Justin Timberlake, and more. As a former protege of Rick Rubin, Dana shares insights into how he secured his position with the iconic producer and recounts captivating stories from their collaborations. The conversation delves into themes of humility versus entitlement, the power of networking and being a valuable asset in the industry. Dana’s unique path into the field highlights the importance of authenticity and persistence. He emphasizes the value of letting go while maintaining determination, bypassing entitlement, and embracing the excitement of the process.

In this episode you'll learn about:

You can also listen on-the-go using your favorite podcast platform:

Host with the most: Travis Ference

Share this with your favorite peeps:

And if you’d like to learn HOW I produce, record and mix so you can follow along and do it yourself, you are in the right place! Right here on Mixprotege.com

Learn how to produce vocals like a pro, from a pro.

Learn how to produce vocals like a pro, from a pro.

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