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Music Production Podcast

Music Production Podcast

Written by: Brian Funk
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An exploration of music production through informal discussions about technique, philosophy, gear, and creativity. Hosted by Brian Funk, a musician, songwriter, teacher, and Ableton Certified Trainer. Music
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  • Think Like a Synth with Anthony Marinelli

    Think Like a Synth with Anthony Marinelli
    Sep 29 2026

    Anthony Marinelli is a legendary composer, performer, and synthesist. He worked with Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones on Thriller, James Brown, Kenny Loggins, Van Halen, and many more. He worked on the scores for over 90 original film score soundtracks including War Games, Stand by Me, and one of my favorites Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. He shares his knowledge on his YouTube channels and his in-depth courses Think Like a Synth and Bass DNA.

    I spoke with Anthony about how he breaks down sounds for synthesis and visualizes his sounds in his imagination rather than in technical terms. Anthony spoke about getting his start working as a synthesizer player and programmer as a teenage, and what it was like working with legends Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones.

    Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube

    Links:

    • Anthony's Website - https://anthonymarinellimusic.com/
    • Think Like a Synth course - https://anthonymarinellimusic.com/products/think-like-a-synth
    • Bass DNA course - https://anthonymarinellimusic.com/collections/courses/products/bass-dna
    • Anthony's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@anthonymarinellimusic
    • Anthony on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anthonymarinellimusic/
    • Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
    • Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
    • 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
    • Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
    • Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
    • Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store
    • This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/

    Thank you for listening.

    Please review the Music Production Podcast on your favorite podcast provider!

    And don't forget to visit my site https://BrianFunk.com for music production tutorials, videos, and sound packs.

    Brian Funk
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    59 mins
  • Writing a Song in 2 Hours with Ben Burnes

    Writing a Song in 2 Hours with Ben Burnes
    Sep 14 2026
    Ben Burnes is a musician, producer, and game developer. He is the author of the new book How to Write a Song in Two Hours, based off his experience writing over 400 songs in weekly two-hour sprints. Ben is back for his fifth conversation! We spoke about his new book and some of the wisdom he picked up writing songs in two hours. We covered practical techniques and philosophical approaches, and we also got to meet a few of his five cats. Get How to Write a Song in Two Hours by Ben Burnes: Payhip - https://payhip.com/b/FfV4xItch - https://tallbeard.itch.io/write-a-song-in-two-hoursGumroad - https://ben-burnes.gumroad.com/l/write-a-song-in-two-hours Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Links: Ben's Website - https://www.abstractionmusic.com"If I Had a Hi-Fi" by Ben Burnes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=764uUMKuHTEArtifacts - Sunset Frequencies by Ben Burnes - https://abstractionmusic.bandcamp.com/album/artifacts-sunset-frequencies"Back at it Again" by Ben Burnes and Devin Henderson - https://abstractionmusic.bandcamp.com/album/back-at-it-againFrozen - Two Hour Track Challenge Album - https://2hac.bandcamp.com/album/frozen-2hac-volume-35SoopurKul - https://www.twitch.tv/soopurkulOn Writing Well by William Zinsser - https://amzn.to/46F0gfPGetting Things Done by David Allen - https://amzn.to/46F0gfPThe Four Agreements - https://amzn.to/3VqqhgaBig Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert - https://amzn.to/4cI8AyNElastic Stage Vinyl Pressing - https://elasticstage.com Struthless - https://www.youtube.com/struthlessThe Troubadeck by Charlie McCarron - https://troubadeck.comCharlie McCarron on the Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/blog/charlie-mccarronBen's First Appearance on the Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/blog/2017/3/28/9-ben-burnesBen's Second Appearance on the Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/blog/2019/10/9/ben-burnes-wisdom-on-200-2-hour-track-challenges-music-production-podcast-131Ben's Third Appearance on the Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/blog/ben-burnes-3Ben's Fourth Appearance on the Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/blog/ben-burnes-4Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.comMusic Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/bookIntro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bitMusic Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcastSave 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/storeThis episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/ Thank you for listening. Please review the Music Production Podcast on your favorite podcast provider! And don't forget to visit my site https://BrianFunk.com for music production tutorials, videos, and sound packs. Brian Funk
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • Song and Vocal First with Howard Benson

    Song and Vocal First with Howard Benson
    Aug 31 2026

    Howard Benson is a Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum producer. With 15 platinum records, 10 gold records, and over 150 billion streams, Howard has shaped the sound of modern rock and alternative music. Howard has worked with Hoobastank, POD, My Chemical Romance, The All-American Rejects, Daughtry, and many more. He is also the co-founder of Judge and Jury Records.

    Howard spoke to me about his work with some of the biggest names in modern rock, and the importance of songwriting and vocal performance and production.

    Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube

    Links:

    • Howard's Website - https://www.howardbenson.com
    • Howard's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@hbenson
    • Howard's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/howardbenson/
    • Judge & Jury Records - https://judgeandjuryrecords.com
    • Howard Benson Vocal Plug-in - https://joeysturgistones.com/products/howard-benson-vocals
    • Howard Benson Vocal Multiplier Plug-in - https://joeysturgistones.com/collections/vocal-plugins/products/howard-benson-vocal-multiplier
    • Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
    • Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
    • 5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
    • Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
    • Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
    • Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store
    • This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/

    Thank you for listening.

    Please review the Music Production Podcast on your favorite podcast provider!

    And don't forget to visit my site https://BrianFunk.com for music production tutorials, videos, and sound packs.

    Brian Funk
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    1 hr and 14 mins
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