Pier discusses the new microphones just added at Hopetown and gets a little philosophical about the "finishing" art.

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Ep. 9 New Mics!

Pier discusses voice-leading in composition and the dynamic between producer and composer in the studio. 

Ep 8 Voice Leading

It's been a while since we've checked in with a new episode so this one is just news about what's been happening at/with the studio! We've already been having a great year including a video shoot with Pop icon Zayn (One Direction)!

Studio Update May 2021

Pier shares his thoughts on the negotiation/collaboration between artists and the musicians they hire for recording. 

Ep 6. Artists vs Players

Pier take a minute late night to catch up on what's been going on at Hopetown during this crazy year!

2020 Wrap Up!

First episode since the Pandemic. What's been happening?

Ep 4. Producer Says WTF???

Pier tells the story of his first studio in NYC.  Mistakes made and successes and most of all lessons learned.  Preview of upcomming interviews: Drummer Jim Hines Producer Barb Morrison Producer John Sonntag https://www.facebook.com/hopetownsound/ www.hopetownsound.com https://twitter.com/hopetownsound   https://www.instagram.com › hopetownsound

Ep3. First Studio Take Aways

In this episode Pier breaks down the overall process of recording from start to finish and discussing techniques for preparation.  This is aimed primarily at musicians who are new to professional recording, but there's so much info here that most are likely to hear something new. Please share your thought and questions with Pier on the social media. @hopetownsound on all major platforms. 

Ep 2. So You Want To Record?

Pier introduces himself and covers some bio info along with discussing the goal of the podcast and some ideas for future episodes.

Ep1. Introduction and Preview

A discussion of music production with studio owner and veteran producer/engineer Pier Giacalone

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Producer Says What?

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