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After The Session

14 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratings

After The Session is a podcast for artists, recording engineers, mix engineers, music producers and enthusiasts alike. Featuring a new guest on each episode, we explore the valuable time "after the session" has ended, in which we discuss recording studio history, our favorite tools, our methods, what inspires us and the art of making records. Hosted by Christian Cummings.

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Episodes

ATS S1 EP4: Producer/Mixer/Engineer Ben Moore

November 22, 2017 11:00 - 56 minutes - 52.3 MB

From HOT SNAKES to SWITCHFOOT, Producer/Engineer/Mixer BEN MOORE has been paramount in catapulting artists beyond the San Diego local music scene. We meander around several topics including Hot Snakes, Steve Albini, room mics, favorite gear, and the sacrifices we'd make to keep our girlfriends' collarbones intact. Ben has been a good friend and inspiration for some time, so it's great to finally have him on the podcast.  Some select credits include: Hot Snakes, Burt Bacharach, Pinback, S...

After The Session: Q&A with CC

November 14, 2017 04:21 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

After a bit of traveling and another long day at the studio, Christian answers some questions about bands recording live, knowing when a mix is done, the nuanced role of a drummer in the modern session market, and other various obsessions and observations.  Recorded at Signature Sound Hosted by: Christian Cummings

After The Session: In-Betweeners #1

November 06, 2017 11:30 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

After a long day at the studio, Christian and Pat discuss the definition of a "Recording Studio", answer some "Hypertheticals", and ramble on about some other potentially inconsequential stuff.  Recorded at Signature Sound Hosted by: Christian Cummings Additional Guest: Patrick Ryan Heaney

ATS S1 EP3: Adventures of the Anonymous Assistant

October 30, 2017 11:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

In the our first attempt at Adventures of the Anonymous Assistant, we discuss the life and experiences of an assistant in a high-profile, high-pressure, internationally respected recording studio.  Recorded at Signature Sound Hosted by: Christian Cummings Additional Guest: Smitty

ATS S1 EP2: Engineer / Mixer Roy Hendrickson

October 23, 2017 13:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

From NYC's iconic POWER STATION to AVATAR and back, Engineer / Mixer ROY HENDRICKSON has been a force in the New York studio scene for decades. Select credits include: B.B. King, Missy Elliott, Blondie, Cheap Trick, P.O.D., Gavin DeGraw, Miles Davis, Peter Paul & Mary, Richie Havens, Carly Simon, Judy Collins, Gato Barbieri, Pat Metheny, Al di Meola, Kirk Whalum, Jeff Golub, Philippe Saisse, Roberta Flack, Bernadette Peters, Liza Minnelli, Tal Wilkenfeld and Nicole C. Mullen. Special tha...

ATS S1 EP1: Producer/Engineer Erin Tonkon

October 16, 2017 13:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB

After being discovered by Tony Visconti, David Bowie's final album "Blackstar" was just the beginning. Erin Tonkon is recognized as one of New York's newest and most talented music producers.  I have known Erin Tonkon for quite some time. She's an incredible talent as well as a great person. Join us as we discuss working with David Bowie for three years on his final record, her relationship with legendary Music Producer Tony Visconti, some of her favorite gear and studio experiences, how w...

After The Session: Season One Introduction

October 09, 2017 11:00 - 12 minutes - 12 MB

It's official - AFTER THE SESSION is coming to your local podcast retailer on a regular basis. We're quite excited! Expect new interviews, conversations, studio discussions and the occasional inane observation.  In the Season One Introduction we briefly discuss our plans for the show, the new format, a dream VCR, and the resiliency of a clydesdale horse.  Recorded at Signature Sound Hosted by: Christian Cummings Additional Guest: Pat Heaney

ATS S0 EP6: Producer/Musician Michael Beinhorn

September 25, 2017 08:30 - 1 hour - 67.5 MB

In episode 6, Producer Michael Beinhorn Producer Michael Beinhorn (Soundgarden, MEW, RHCP, The Bronx) discusses his new book, his approach to art and music, some past experiences, and supporting creativity. Additional guest Dan Bailey (Drummer, Father John Misty). Recorded the The Village in Los Angeles: http://villagestudios.com/  Some other artists and projects Michael Beinhorn has worked with include Hole, Marilyn Manson,  Violent Femmes, Black Label Society, Social Distortion, and Ozzy...

ATS S0 EP5: Producer/Engineer David Cole

September 17, 2017 16:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

In episode 5, the ever insightful David Cole discusses his time as staff engineer at Capitol Studios, making demos with Tina Turner, the path to his first gold record, and his mega-hit making experiences with Bob Seger, Steve Miller, and Richard Marx!
 David’s was the very first recorded episode of ATS, and as he participated on faith alone, kudos to him for taking a chance! Artists and projects David Cole has participated on include BOB SEGER, STEVE MILLER BAND, CAKE, MELISSA ETHERIDGE,...

ATS S0 EP4: Neuroscientist/Artist Dr. Tim Mullen

September 09, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MB

In my ever expanding quest to discover new mediums for experiencing music, we check in with musician, new-media artist and neuroscientist Dr. Tim Mullen to discuss music and the brain, his work with Brain Computer Music Interfaces (BCMI), Mozart and The Mind, and some of his artistic endeavors. Our first departure from what might be deemed the typical format, I’m very proud of episode 4, and plan on delivering similar episodes next season. Get your thinking cap on and enjoy!

ATS S0 EP3: Artist/Producer/Mixer Ken Andrews

September 02, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

In 2015 Ken’s band Failure released their first album in 19 years, and Paramore's hit "Ain't It Fun” (mixed by Ken) won a Grammy for ”Best Rock Song”.  Ken’s work on both sides of the glass has been varied and successful, and we were happy to sit down with him backstage in San Diego to discuss the making of his new record, a secret mix project he’s really excited about, his favorite gear, plugins, and some of the stuff he uses in the Failure live show.  Artists Ken Andrews has worked with ...

ATS S0 EP2: Mastering Engineer Reuben Cohen

August 24, 2017 16:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MB

In this episode of ATS, Reuben Cohen talks about mastering “Happy” for Pharrell Williams, Slumdog Millionaire, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, the team at Lurssen Mastering, his mentorship with Gavin, his philosophy and his process. Recorded at Lurssen Mastering:  http://LurssenMastering.com

ATS S0 EP1: Producer/Mixer Mark Needham

August 17, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MB

From Fleetwood Mac to The Killers, Mark has had a storied career in the recording studio. We discuss his move from hybrid to all digital, working with The Killers, Chris Issak, Pete Yorn & Steve Miller, crazy studio stories and some of his favorite plugins. Recorded at Mark's studio in Los Angeles: http://www.MarkNeedham.com Hosted by Christian Cummings. 

After The Session: Season Zero Introduction

August 10, 2017 16:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

An introduction to the "Beta" season of ATS. We discuss the show, our goals for "Season Zero", upcoming guests, our format, and what we hope to achieve. Upcoming guests include: Producer/Musician MICHAEL BEINHORN (Soundgarden, MEW, Hole, Marilyn Manson, RHCP, The Bronx, Social Distortion, Ozzy), Producer/Engineer/Mixer DAVID COLE (Bob Seger, Tina Turner, Melissa Etheridge, Cake, Steve Miller, Captiol Studios),  Mastering Engineer REUBEN COHEN (Lurssen Mastering, Bruno Mars, Pharrell Wi...