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SIXTY MILE PER HOUR WINDS

Entering The Lung • 2928 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🎶 Music Recording
  1. The author experienced a severe blizzard with high winds in Vermont, but power stayed on.
  2. The author expressed gratitude for the supportive community and feedback on a post about serial murderers.
  3. The author shared excitement and anxiety about recording a new music project, while mentioning a studio dog named Coco.

The Fazioli Edition

Why is this interesting? • 542 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🎶 Music Musicians Instruments Luxury Recording
  1. Nick Cave's pandemic-recorded album 'Idiot Prayer' showcases the unique and poignant sound of the Fazioli piano.
  2. Fazioli pianos are luxury instruments crafted in Italy, known for their exceptional tonal range and precision.
  3. Each Fazioli piano takes three years to build, reflecting the brand's commitment to combining physics, technology, and artistry.

Tune Tag #27 with Nic Briscoe, Pt. 2: Jeff Buckley, Red Hot Chili Peppers, David Bowie, 10cc, Wax + One Historic 150-Year-Old Piano

Front Row & Backstage • 491 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🎶 Music Rock Pop Songwriting Recording
  1. Nic Briscoe shares insights about music and recording experiences in a UK studio.
  2. The Tune Tag series features songs by Jeff Buckley, Red Hot Chili Peppers, David Bowie, 10cc, and Wax.
  3. Songs like Jeff Buckley's 'Last Goodbye' and 10cc's 'I'm Not in Love' hold personal significance.
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Studio Diary: Part 1

Colin Meloy's Machine Shop • 2555 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🎶 Music Recording Songwriting
  1. The Decemberists are recording music in a studio and sharing the process openly with fans.
  2. They operate on practical hours, record fragments of songs, and focus on the music rather than late night sessions.
  3. The band tracks multiple takes of a song, focusing on drums and bass, and decides to take a break and return the next day with fresh ears.

A Steely Dan horror story

Expanding Dan • 609 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23
🎶 Music Rock Recording Horror
  1. A technical calamity during the making of Katy Lied album haunted Steely Dan's sound in 1975.
  2. Guitarist Denny Dias shared a spooky incident involving a mist and a remix of 'Doctor Wu'.
  3. The mixing process and mastering of the Katy Lied album was plagued by challenges and technical issues that required additional adjustments.

The Last Recording Artist

The Seat of Loss • 8 HN points • 16 May 23
🎶 Music Recording Artists History Industry Innovation
  1. Vocaloid technology has the potential to revolutionize the music industry by creating 'new' performances using existing recordings of singers.
  2. Hatsune Miku showcases a successful model of a virtual pop star, serving as a platform for secondary creativity and fan engagement.
  3. The traditional concept of recording artists is evolving, with the rise of AI-generated music, shifting focus from recording income to other revenue streams like touring and merchandise.

How to record the screen on Mac

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Recording Software
  1. When recording on a Mac, make sure to close unnecessary apps to avoid distractions.
  2. Use QuickTime Player to record the screen and overlay your webcam onto the recording.
  3. Consider using a smartphone as a webcam for better quality, following specific settings for optimal results.