Notes from the
studio & beyond.

Friends, family, and workshop attendees always ask the same question: where do I even start? Here's the honest, practical answer — no fluff, no gear hype.

A look at real-world sound checks revealing dB levels in everyday environments that are quietly — or not so quietly — harmful to human hearing.

That feeling that you're one piece of gear away from making your best work? It has a name — and a cure. Here's how to stop the cycle and start creating.

Before you buy a single piece of acoustic foam, ask yourself these questions. The key considerations that separate a functional studio from an expensive mistake.

A companion guide to a live Twitch presentation on incorporating graphics into your OBS streams. Originally for electronic musicians — but the techniques work for anyone going live.

Someone asked why I wasn't using Logic on my Mac. It's complicated. A breakdown of the DAW landscape, what each is good for, and how to choose without losing your mind.

The complete technical requirements and streaming guide for Cosmic Stream Fest. A deep-dive reference for artists and producers setting up for a live virtual performance event.

The recording process is a lot like making pizzas. Early, thorough preparation makes for a better end product. Garbage in, garbage out — whether you're in the kitchen or the studio.