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For Composers who (more often than not - including me) have to mix their own creations. What are your thoughts?
I do something similar. I use a Bose SoundLink Micro to check my mixes. I wouldn't call it a Sh*tbox by any means but it's basic enough for my purposes.
I always check things in mono somewhere along the way. I've got a pair of auratones out in the garage. I should probably bring them back in here!
I remember an Engineer in Nashville, TN in his Indie studio doing a test at low and regular volumes. It's a nice way to test your mix / mastering also.
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A wonderful interview breaking down the music and themes of Street Fighter 6!
I haven't heard the Street Fighter 6 music yet, Ashley Renee Smith, but the music in the original game is legendary. I still remember the music, and I haven't played the game in a longgg time. If I he...
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Yes!!
How neat! Thank you for sharing, Linwood Bell!
Sounds interesting! I’ve heard how colors can equal sounds, which are both frequencies. / in some sort..
Aside from financial considerations, are there films that you haven't or won't score if offered? For example, would you turn down a film based on it's content (such as a political statement or certain people are involved)?
I once pondered the pros and cons of the very unlikely situation where I was o...
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Joel Irwin thats an interesting question, for sure. I think there likely are scenarios where I would decline an offer. I suppose it’s very personal from person to person, but I imagine most people do...
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Good question Joel Irwin I have to second Brian Gunter answer in that for everyone it's going to come down to a personal conviction.
Anyone who does anything that goes against their personally held co...
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Oh, what a really interesting question Joel Irwin. I'm enjoying reading the answers here.
Interesting take on type-casting. Like, does one score for a project they disagree with on ethical or moral grounds? Or avoids a genre they don't want to end up writing for? Or does one just put notch...
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Whatever you guys turn down give 'em my number.
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Kerry Kennard Super cool idea to get some engagement going between us members. Because of this challenge I'm discovering some cool little nooks and crannies that I didn't know Stage32 had to offer. Th...
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Jeff Briggs , You're welcome. I'm a Moderator in the Composing area so, I'm here a few times a week. Congrats on your composing work ! ... I checked out your profile quickly today. How many Docs have...
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Kerry Kennard I haven't worked on any docs but wouldn't mind trying :-) Would love to hear the piece on Soundcloud. Feel free to DM me a link to check it out. Yes Sacramento! It's sure hot here I hope...
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This is big news for professional musicians in every sector, including film & TV scoring. https://deadline.com/2024/07/musicians-union-pension-fix-1236012638/
I haven't watched Fly Me To The Moon yet but this makes me want to see it even more. https://variety.com/2024/artisans/news/fly-me-to-the-moon-composer-danie......
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Yes, very interesting story & concepts used for this tune I performed a lot. ;-)
I Thought this was an interesting article regarding copyright and AI .
Know it’s not composing, though. It’s good to know for composers and what’s going on out there.
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https://variety.com/2024/music/news/record-labels-sue-ai-music-services-......
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This could set precedent in the entertainment industry on how AI uses creative property. Very interesting read!
Needs to happen. So many great musicians over the years have faced penalties for copyright infringement on songs -- the Beach Boys, George Harrison, Vanilla Ice, The Verve, Robin Thicke, Pharrell, Joh...
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Pat Alexander - yes - I agree.
Les Zeppelin? What tune was it ?
Kerry Kennard Stairway to Heaven jocked the opening riff from "Taurus" by the US band called Spirit. Led Zeppelin actually won the case, because sound recordings were not copyrightable until the 1976...
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Super interesting story Pat Alexander
I just watched this over the weekend and there was a nice mix of in your face nostalgia, with subtle hints of nostalgia on the score. Would be curious to hear your thoughts on this score. https://www.forbes.com/sites/simonthompson/2024/07/10/composing-the-beve......
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Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F was so fun to watch, Amanda Toney! Harold Faltermeyer's Axel F is legendary, and Lorne Balfe did an incredible job on the reboot score.
I need to watchthis one Amanda Toney it got by me somehow.
Missed this one Maurice Vaughan
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