Best Dan Giffin Podcasts (2025)

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#183 - Able Grey: Production, Running a Label, Live Performance, and AI 1:13:41

26d ago1:13:41

1:13:41

In this episode, Able Grey shares his approach to production, the challenges/ benefits of running his label Ex Medias, his live setup, AI, and favorite music making tools. Able Grey is a Chicago-based producer, live performer, and DJ known for blending emotive melodies with bass-driven electronic music. He’s the founder of Ex Medias, a collective a…

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#182 - Ableton Live 12.2 Updates w/ Brian Funk 59:42

1M ago59:42

59:42

Dan Giffin and Brian Funk talk about new features in Ableton Live 12.2, including browser upgrades, bounce in place, Auto Filter updates, Expressive Chords, etc, and the growing role of AI in music production and education. Watch the video to follow along as they chat about these updates. Brian Funk is a songwriter, producer, and Ableton Certified …

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72: The Art Of Starting 6:04

1M ago6:04

6:04

The Art of Starting your creative work. From the new book: The Art Of Showing Up - Beat Procrastination, End Perfectionism & Finish Your Creative Work

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#181 - Rob Late: Producing Hit Songs, Building Studios, and the AI Revolution 1:33:24

2M ago1:33:24

1:33:24

Rob Late discusses working with major label artists, building a soundproof studio, AI in music production vs. human creativity, building sample packs, and studio ergonomics. Rob is a London-born electronic pop producer and songwriter known for his detailed production breakdowns online. His expertise has led to collaborations with The Chainsmokers, …

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#180 - Neil Frances: From DJ Booth to Live Analog & The Evolution of Club NF 55:40

3M ago55:40

55:40

Jordan shares his journey from DJing to producing music and forming Neil Frances with Mark. He discusses his love for analog gear, the importance of feel in music, and their all-analog live setup for CLUB NF. He also teases upcoming CLUB NF releases and more. Neil Frances, the LA-based duo of Jordan Feller and Marc Gilfry, blends electro-indie rock…

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#179 - Flosstradamus on AI Tools & The Future of Music Production 53:26

3M ago53:26

53:26

In this episode, Flosstradamus (Curt Cameruci) discusses his 20-year anniversary, a new track with Lil Jon using AI for the music video, and his company Rubin, which focuses on AI tools for music creation. He also explores the ethical considerations of AI in music and envisions future AI applications within DAWs like Ableton. Curt Cameruci (Flosstr…

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#178 - Christian Kleine 51:58

4M ago51:58

51:58

In this episode Christian Kleine, an original member of Ableton, shares about the early days of the company and the evolution of Live. He details the development of features like MIDI implementation, Max for Live, and shares his involvement in creating instruments and effects like Meld, LFO, Echo, and more. Christian also talks about his music prod…

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#177 - parkbreezy 58:32

5M ago58:32

58:32

In this episode, parkbreezy shares about his upcoming album, his all:Lo collective, favorite Ableton Live production techniques, the importance of community in the music industry, stories performing live, and more. Parker Williams (parkbreezy) is a musician, producer, and founder of the artist collective and record label all:Lo. Based in Denver, pa…

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#176 - Ableton Event Recap with Alberto Chapa 1:01:42

6M ago1:01:42

1:01:42

In this episode, Alberto and Dan chat about the 2024 Ableton event at Ableton's U.S. headquarters, and many of the fun stories and learning experiences from it. Alberto Chapa is a producer, Ableton Certified Trainer, and educator that has helped hundreds of artists turn their ideas into reality. Through his role working at Ableton, Inc, Alberto sup…

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71: Get Creatively Unstuck (& Join me Live!) 10:01

6M ago10:01

10:01

71: Get Creatively Unstuck (& Join me Live!)

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#175 - dnksaus 55:45

6M ago55:45

55:45

In this episode, dnksaus shares unconventional production workflows and creative uses for stock effects, building custom Max devices, and drawing inspiration from limitations. Dnksaus discusses his go-to tools like EQ8, Multiband Dynamics, the Chain Selector, emphasizing experimentation and breaking traditional production norms. The conversation al…

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#174 - SoDown 1:00:59

6M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

In this episode, SoDown shares his journey from business school to playing sold-out shows, and insights into his music production techniques. SoDown also explores the potential impact of AI and on the music industry, expressing optimism about its ability to enhance workflows and create new creative opportunities, while emphasizing the value of huma…

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70: Is Music Political? 9:58

7M ago9:58

9:58

70: Is Music Political?

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#173 - Grabbitz 52:40

7M ago52:40

52:40

In this episode Nick (Grabbitz) talks about his music journey, production techniques, Logic Pro vs. Live, vocal recording tips, insights on building a fan community, and the launch of his label Blue Butterfly Records. Grabbitz is a multifaceted artist from Buffalo, NY known for his bass-driven and rock-electronic fusion of genres. His career highli…

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#172 - Live 12.1 Updates w/ Sidebrain 1:09:33

7M ago1:09:33

1:09:33

In this episode, Sidebrain and Dan discuss new Ableton Live 12.1 updates, Ableton's Move controller, Max for Live devices and more. Sidebrain (Yeuda Ben-Atar) is an Ableton Certified Trainer and has worked with major artists like Timbaland, Skrillex, Ludacris, Flying Lotus, and Giorgio Moroder. He also founded BeatLabAcademy.com teaching music prod…

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69: 9 Things I Learned From Making Music Daily For 90 Days 10:41

8M ago10:41

10:41

69: 9 Things I Learned From Making Music Daily For 90 Days

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Nick Mosley, tiny house GIANT 52:55

8M ago52:55

52:55

Join us for a new episode with Tiny House legend, Nick Mosely. Follow Zack: https://www.instagram.com/zackgiffin/ Follow John: https://www.instagram.com/johnkweisbarth/By Zack Giffin & John Weisbarth

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#171 - Opiuo 1:00:34

9M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

In this episode Opiuo (Oscar) shares about his unique live performance setup and production, mixing tips, creative workflows, favorite plugins and gear, collaborating on his recent EP, and more. Opiuo, the musical project of Oscar Davey-Wraight, is known for his unique blend of funkadelic bass and electrifying live performances. He has sold out ico…

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#170 - Helado Negro 40:54

9M ago40:54

40:54

In this episode, Roberto (Helado Negro) shares his professional experience recording foley for film and animation, his creative production workflows, vocal recording process, favorite gear, his new album PHASOR, and more. Roberto Carlos Lange, known as Helado Negro, creates immersive dreamscapes with vibrant melodies and bilingual lyrics. In additi…

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68: How to Become a Traveling DJ with Kristin Wilson (KiQi) 51:18

9M ago51:18

51:18

68 How to Become a Traveling DJ with Kristin Wilson

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Weekend Retreat at Ableton's U.S. Headquarters 2:21

10M ago2:21

2:21

We're excited to announce the ultimate Ableton weekend retreat, a 2-day masterclass happening November 16-17, 2024 at Ableton's U.S. headquarters in Pasadena, CA. Learn from industry professionals during this exclusive, hands-on experience designed for experienced artists, producers, and musicians using Ableton Live. With only 15 seats available, t…

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#169 - Mixing & Mastering with Danny Wyatt 1:07:55

10M ago1:07:55

1:07:55

In this episode Danny Wyatt shares about common mixing and mastering mistakes, the evolution of digital music quality, mastering techniques using clipping, favorite plugins for mixing, his journey navigating the music industry, and more. Danny Wyatt is an Emmy nominated, multi-Platinum audio engineer and producer with releases on Warner Bros Record…

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#168 - Robert Trusko 1:18:14

10M ago1:18:14

1:18:14

Robert Trusko is a well recognized musician, composer, engineer, and producer in Dallas, TX. Through his musicianship, Robert has performed across the world with notable artists including Aloe Blacc, Robert Randolph, Eric McFadden (Parliament Funkadelic), Greg Spero, Robert “Sput” Searight, RC Williams, Cleon Edwards (Erykah Badu), Jaguar Wright (T…

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67 interview with Dan Giffin - The Ableton Music Producers Podcast 1:14:42

11M ago1:14:42

1:14:42

This Podcast is an extension of the MusicSoftwareTraining.com website & Jason Timothy's book "The Mental Game of Electronic Music Production". The goal is to give you actionable & transformative steps to move your from aspiring music producer to a professional. 67: interview with Dan Giffin - The Ableton Music Producers Podcast.…

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#167 - Philip Meyer 1:02:55

11M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Philip Meyer is a software developer, artist, and educator based in Los Angeles. He makes devices for generating rhythms and melodies for Ableton Live, most recently a collection of several generative MIDI Tools for Ableton Live 12. He is also the creator of the Rhythm and Time Toolkit, and package for Max MSP for modular sequencing. Philip’s goal …

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66: How the Way You Percieve Sound Affects Your Mixes 6:55

11M ago6:55

6:55

66 How the Way You Percieve Sound Affects Your Mixes

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65: Embracing the Slog 9:05

11M ago9:05

9:05

65: Embracing the Slog

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#166 - Barclay Crenshaw (Claude VonStroke) 57:46

11M ago57:46

57:46

Barclay Crenshaw, widely recognized under his stage name Claude VonStroke, is a seminal figure in electronic music, best known as the founder of the influential Dirtybird label. Under Claude VonStroke, he spearheaded a movement that redefined tech-house with a playful and quirky edge, leading Dirtybird to become a beloved brand with a global follow…

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#165 - RYNS 1:00:45

12M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

Cristiaan Broderick, the sonic architect known as RYNS, is a producer and DJ currently based in Denver, Colorado. Crafting electronic landscapes that defy convention, his project has earned support from notable artists like Liquid Stranger, CloZee, Mersiv, Wreckno, Maddy O'Neal, and others. The RYNS project formed in 2018. His style is self-describ…

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#164 - James Patrick (Slam Academy) 1:10:35

1y ago1:10:35

1:10:35

In this episode JP and Dan talk about synthesis in Live, new Live 12 Sampler features, things they love and hate about Live 12, recording chickens, clipping in Live vs. FL Studio, and JP's new books about sound design for electronic music. James Patrick is a sound artist, music producer, author, and educator. He has been creating original electroni…

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Surfboard design and tiny houses with Dan Mann 54:18

1y ago54:18

54:18

In this episode, John and Zack sit down with Dan Mann to talk about the creative process and the similarities between shaping surfboards for Kelly Slater and designing highly functional tiny houses. We'll hear about Dan's own tiny house in Costa Rica and what traveling the world with his family taught him about minimalism. Follow Zack: https://www.…

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Incredible Tiny Homes with the Incredible Randy Jones 1:16:34

1y ago1:16:34

1:16:34

Sit down and strap in, on this episode of Tiny House Tales John and Zack talk to the dynamic and energetic Randy Jones of Incredible Tiny Homes. We'll hear Randy's inspirational story of drive and determination that ultimately lead to a tiny home construction business that employs more than 100 people today. This is a can't miss episode! Follow Zac…

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#163 - Ben Casey 1:24:33

1y ago1:24:33

1:24:33

Ben Casey currently works at Ableton as part of the Communities Team supporting music makers across the U.S. and Canada. He's also a music producer, educator, and Ableton Certified Trainer based in New York. With over 20 years of experience in the world of electronic music and a power user of Ableton Live since Version 1, Ben has been called “the s…

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Think "Outside" the box by getting in one with Will Johnston 50:45

1y ago50:45

50:45

In this episode, John and Zack sit down with Will Johnston, the executive director of the Microlife Institute, and hear how a three month wine bender in New Zealand and the "Freedom of Nothing" lead to the development of the most diverse square mile in America...The Cottages on Vaughn in Clarkston, GA. Follow Zack: https://www.instagram.com/zackgif…

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#162 - Dennis DeSantis 48:06

1y ago48:06

48:06

Dennis DeSantis is the Head of Music Learning at Ableton in addition to being a composer, percussionist, author, educator, and former sound designer at Native Instruments. He received a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the Eastman School of Music. His electronic music appears on labels such as Ghostly, Global Underground, Cocoon and Kanzleramt, a…

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Bringing Veterans and Wolf-Dogs together with Drew Robertson 53:08

1y ago53:08

53:08

What do Tiny Houses, Wolf Dogs and Veterans all have in common...Drew Robertson! In this episode John and Zack chat with Drew about his inspiration for starting "Mattersville", a non-profit that serves our military veterans, and the unique program that brings wolf-dogs and veterans together in a novel program to promote what Drew calls "Pack Healin…

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#161 - Break Science 43:41

1y ago43:41

43:41

In this episode Adam Deitch and Borahm Lee (together as Break Science) talk about their live setup, favorite gear and software, experiences on the road and performing with Pretty Lights, tips for artists and musicians pursuing a music career, and more. Adam Deitch is a 4-time Grammy-Nominated drummer, songwriter, and producer. His long tenures with…

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#160 - Jesse Terry 1:07:20

1y ago1:07:20

1:07:20

In this episode Jesse Terry shares his experiences leading Ableton's team in designing Push and the APC40. Dan and Jesse also discuss the process of designing Push, new and potential features to come, Jesse's favorite gear and Live devices, his music projects, and more. Jesse Terry joined Ableton in 2005 working in artist and partner relations, whi…

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#159 - kLL sMTH 1:14:11

1y ago1:14:11

1:14:11

In this episode, kLL sMTH (Kris) shares his music journey, live production setup, approach to sound design, new Live 12 features, and more. kLL sMTH is an artist who has taken his love of hip-hop and expanded it into a vast array of genres, from glitch-hop and drum and bass to dubstep and bass music. His DJing roots in turntablism have influenced h…

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#158 - Gardner Beson 1:12:03

1y ago1:12:03

1:12:03

In this episode Gardner Beson shares about room acoustics, mixing his new album, comparing Bitwig to Ableton Live features, AI apps, favorite plugins, and more. GARDNSOUND (aka. No Effort, and Whitey McWhiterson) is a jack-of-all-trades from Atlanta, GA. He’s held positions as a Studio Builder, Musician, Video Editor, Chef, Accountant, Prop Builder…

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#157 - Parris Fleming 58:47

1+ y ago58:47

58:47

In this episode, Dan and Parris discuss writing and arranging horns, how to get out of your own way while performing, Parris' experiences on the road and music journey, favorite mastering devices, sidechaining tools and methods, dissecting Parris' upcoming tracks in Ableton, and more. Parris Fleming, a distinguished horn arranger, producer, instrum…

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#156 - Diastrata (formerly RECESS) 1:07:45

1+ y ago1:07:45

1:07:45

In this episode, Drew and Dan talk about Diastrata's live setup, new Live 12 MIDI features, how to fatten sounds with Drum Buss, latency, versatile tools for performing in Arrangement View, and more. Drew Birch is the co-founder of Diastrata (formerly RECESS) with Ian Gilley originating from Arkansas before relocating to Colorado. They've performed…

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64 Production And Songwriting Are Not The Same 9:07

1+ y ago9:07

9:07

64 Production And Songwriting Are Not The Same

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#155 - Lettuce (feat. Shmeeans) 46:43

1+ y ago46:43

46:43

In this episode, Lettuce co-founder and guitarist Adam Smirnoff (Shmeeans) talks about the band's long history and songwriting process, tips for creating great demos, his favorite Ableton Live tools and plugins, and more. Lettuce is a GRAMMY Award-nominated six-piece group comprised of Adam Deitch [drums, percussion, arrangement], Adam “Shmeeans” S…

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63 - Mastering The Art Of Showing Up For Your Music 5:47

1+ y ago5:47

5:47

63 - Mastering The Art Of Showing Up For Your Music

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62: Set Music Goals That Stick 9:36

1+ y ago9:36

9:36

62: Set Music Goals That Stick

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#154 - New Live 12 Features w/ Brian Funk 1:21:12

1+ y ago1:21:12

1:21:12

In this special episode, Brian Funk and Dan review many of Ableton Live 12's new features. Watch the video with screen sharing on YouTube or Spotify. Brian Funk is a songwriter, producer, and Ableton Certified Trainer from New York. Brian hosts The Music Production Podcast and teaches music production for Berklee Online. His Ableton Live Packs are …

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#153 - Taetro 1:21:24

1+ y ago1:21:24

1:21:24

In this episode Taetro shares his favorite studio controllers, gear, plugins, and why he loves using Push 3. He also shares a bit about AI editing tools, what it's like being a full-time content creator on YouTube, why artists should monetize their content, his musical journey, and more. Taetro (Nick) is a producer, content creator/ YouTuber, and e…

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#152 - Late Night Radio 1:04:39

1+ y ago1:04:39

1:04:39

In this episode Alex Medellin (aka Late Night Radio) shares about his unique sampling process, inspiring tips for producers and performing artists, how he prepares for shows, favorite gear, and more. Late Night Radio is a staple in the Colorado electronic music scene. Based in Denver, his music uniquely blends classic soul and third coast hip-hop i…

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#151 - Mport 1:11:48

1+ y ago1:11:48

1:11:48

In this episode, Marc Mount (Mport) shares his production workflows, favorite plugins and synths, how creating unique videos for social media helps him finish more music, audio sampling techniques, random show stories, and more. Marc is a Denver native and pioneer of bass music. Educated in recording arts and music, Mport has crafted a distinctive …

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