Project Studio Network Recording Podcast http://ProjectStudioNetwork.com The Project Studio Network Podcast is dedicated to the both the amateur and professional recording musician. It features news, talk interviews and reviews on all topics related to the performing and recording of audio and video. en Copyright 2006-2009 Project Studio Network All RIghts Reserved podcast@projectstudionetwork.com (Allen Wagner) Liberated Syndication - libsyn.com podcasts@libsyn.com (Liberated Syndication) Sun, 07 Jun 2009 09:52:00 GMT 180 News, Talk & Reviews For The Amateur & Professional Recording Musician The PSN Podcast is dedicated to both the amateur and professional recording musician. It features news, talk, interviews and reviews on all topics related to the performing and recording of audio and video. Join us every week for interesting insights, tips and tricks from inside the music business. The show is highly interactive and we encourage you to e-mail us with what you'd like to see on the show or questions you'd like us to answer. Would you like to be a guest? Would you like us to play a cut from your latest project? Drop us a line and let us know why our listeners would like to hear what you have to say or play! http://ProjectStudioNetwork.com E-mail: hosts@ProjectStudioNetwork.com Phone: (928) 395-1343 recording,recording studio,project studio,home recording,home studio,performing arts,musician,music technology,video,video studio,audio editing,video editing,mixing,mastering,music news,music hardware,music software,music equipment reviews Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan host@ProjectStudioNetwork.com Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan http://libsyn.com/podcasts/psn/images/psn_itunes_logo.jpg Project Studio Network Recording Podcast http://ProjectStudioNetwork.com Clean [Show #101] Charles Dye & The Great Ribbon Mic Giveaway! http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=488714#

This weekâs show is exclusively sponsored by Cascade Microphones, home of the popular Fat Head ribbon mike that youâve heard in a number of shootouts here on the show, which starts at just $149 US. And, check out their newest models, the Michael Jolly Edition Gomez ribbon mic and the Cascade C77, AES 2008 Par Excellence Winner.



CascadeMicrophones.com
World Class Mics At Bedroom Studio Prices


News:




Crosstalk:


Trent Reznor Digg Interview



Marco Sfogli plays on a Larry Carlton style backing track



Celebrity Interview:


Charles Dye
We are proud to welcome back as our guest multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning engineer, mixer and producer Charles Dye, who began his engineering career in 1992.

Since that time he's mixed hits for Ricky Martin, Sammy Hagar, Julio Iglesias, Jimmy Buffet, Crease and Jon Bon Jovi. He's also recorded artists such as Aerosmith, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira (*WOWZERZ*) and Gloria Estefan, among many others.

This is Part #2 of a multi-part interview.



The Stupid Knob:


    "The Nuge"
    • Ted Nugent offers security services to Paul McCartney.

    • Incompetent burglar badly bungles drum theft.

    • Wisconsin man battered singer over lousy heavy metal karaoke.

    • Amy Winehouse wants to write a childrenâs book?

    • Coolio injured in stage dive.

    • Man accused of attempted murder with a guitar

Trivia Contest:

It's time to announce ALL the winners in the Ribbon Mic Giveaway!

See you next show!

http://ProjectStudioNetwork.com

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]]> podcasts Sun, 7 Jun 2009 09:52:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=488714# 00:57:26 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #100] HOLY COW! It's PSN #100 With Charles Dye! http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=400646#
On this week's podcast we've got News, Crosstalk, a Celebrity Interview and a SUPER TWEAKIN' Stupid Knob!


This weekâs show is exclusively sponsored by Cascade Microphones, home of the popular Fat Head ribbon mike that youâve heard in a number of shootouts here on the show, which starts at just $149 US. And, check out their newest model, the Michael Jolly Edition Gomez ribbon mic.

CascadeMicrophones.com
World Class Mics At Bedroom Studio Prices


News:




Crosstalk:

FOLLOW AL ON TWITTER! http://Twitter.com/allenwagner

Daryl's House

PSN Sponsored By Cascade Microphones

The Great Don LaFontaine Has Passed Away




Celebrity Interview:


Charles Dye
We are proud to welcome back as our guest multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning engineer, mixer and producer Charles Dye, who began his engineering career in 1992.

Since that time he's mixed hits for Ricky Martin, Sammy Hagar, Julio Iglesias, Jimmy Buffet, Crease and Jon Bon Jovi. He's also recorded artists such as Aerosmith, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira (*shudder*) and Gloria Estefan, among many others.

This is Part #1 of a multi-part interview.




The Stupid Knob:

    • Man accused of stealing an electric guitar . . . by shoving it in his pants?


    "Keef"
    • "Keef" Richards spits at drummer Charlie Watts.

    • "Keef" finds racking his brain difficult.

    • Do the Stones talk when theyâre not on the road?

    • Sheep embryos help Debbie Harry's looks?

    • Ukelele player abused?

    • "Keef" to donate his body to science?

    • "Keef" injected heroin using syringes from, FAO Schwarz?

    • Man tries to cash check for $360 Billion . . . to start record company.

    • AARP is proud toÂpresent . . . Foreigner?

    • Mariachi gets probation. AY YI YI!

    • Sony BMG, software pirates?


Trivia Contest:

It's time to announce the winners in the Ribbon Mic Giveaway!

See you next show!

http://ProjectStudioNetwork.com

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]]> podcasts Fri, 7 Nov 2008 13:22:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=400646# 01:05:35 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #99] Compression Primer & Behind The Glass With Slau http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=318780#
On this week's podcast we've got News, Crosstalk, A Spotlight segment, Sessions With Slau and we tweak The Stupid Knob!

News:




Crosstalk:

Dave Chick shares a great Jeff Healy story

Trent Reznor strikes a chord with new offering

Ryan Jackson, Assistant Professor of Music/Technology at Minnesota State University Moorhead, gets his new pair of Fat Head II ribbon mics.


Spotlight:

5-time Emmy Award-winning post mixer John Davidson returns with a great primer on understanding compression.

He's currently mixing for PBS, National Geographic HD, The Discovery Channel, and many others. He recently did the 5.1 mix for the King Tut Exhibit, which is traveling the world. John is an expert in surround sound mixing, including Pro-Logic, 5.1 and Dolby E.

He also has a vast background in live mixing working with national acts like Dave Matthews, Alison Kraus, Marty Stuart and a host of others.

Over the past several years he's served as a Chief Panel Judge on Audio Mixing/Sound Design and Music Composition for the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, as well as being a Panel Judge for the ITS Monitor Awards.

John is also recovering from back surgery. Get well soon John!




A Basic ADSR Envelope




Compression Example A - ADSR Envelope




Compresion Example B - Ratio




Compression Example C - Attack/Release




Compression Example D - Soft/Hard Knee




Diagram Of A Side Chain (Keying)



Sessions With Slau

This week, Slau takes us right into the studio with him on a recent session.

Link to the video for which he was recording a soundtrack:

http://www.romanhrab.com/rhprojects.asp?category=video&folder=roadsquiggles


Site of the composer/drummer/bassist on the piece, George Hrab:

http://www.georgehrab.com


Trumpet player Andy Kowal's site:

http://www.akowal.com




George Hrab scrutinizes Slau's every move at the board.




Slau applies his technical wizardry while
Andy Kowal and George Hrab look on in amazement.




Andy and George can hear the difference when
Slau is behind the mix!


The Stupid Knob:

1) No more Springsteen? That's a stabbing.

2) Harry Connick Jr. pays his band to do nothing.

3) John Denver karaoke? That's a shooting.

4) FedX (KFed, aka Kevin Federline) got how much?!


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: James Brown holds the record for most US Hot 100 entries without ever scoring a number-one song. How many Hot 100 entries did he have?

A: 99!

This week's big winner is Dan Ryker! He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com. Honorable mention goes out to Michael Leonard, Aaron Leigh, Dennis McFall, Carlos Marquez, Bert Van Daele, Daniel Murray, Adam Unser, Brian Plamondon and Aaron Stuart!

See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Tue, 18 Mar 2008 12:08:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=318780# 00:58:00 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #98] CAD M179 Mic & A New PSN Tower In NY? http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=314038#
On this week's podcast we've got News, Crosstalk, Sessions With Slau and we tweak The Stupid Knob!

News:







Crosstalk:

Mike tells us Buddy Miles stories

Arnie Carruthers is recovering nicely and performing again





Seth Godin: Live Music Talk

A PSN shirt? Can't get it.

Charles Dye had a fantastic workshop at the Sibelius Academy in Finland. He's also coming back to the West Coast soon. Stay tuned for details!


Sessions With Slau:

Slau features the CAD M179 microphone.



The Stupid Knob:

MTV Plays Music Videos?!

Whitney got paid HOW MUCH?!


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: When his 1995 album Me Against the World went to No.1 on the US chart, Tupac Shakur became the first male solo artist to accomplish what?

A: He was the first male solo artist to have a #1 album while in prison. This week's big winner is Mark Anderson! He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com. Honorable mention goes out to Bill Camarata and Michael Leonard!

See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Wed, 5 Mar 2008 09:31:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=314038# 00:36:36 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #97] The Writer's Strike Is Over And We're Back! http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=311279#
On this week's podcast we've got News, Crosstalk, a guest Gear Review and we're gonna' tweak The Stupid Knob!

News:

Crosstalk:

Yay, we're back! No, it wasn't the writer's strike after all. We've just been stinkin' busy, busy, busy.

Mike fills us in on his adventures in Cabo! Here's the pictures he talked about:



Una Poca Familia



Mike With Travis Snider Of The Toronto Blue Jays


Mike has a brand new granddaughter, Onya!



Onya Doing Elvis



Al goes on a new gear spree!



Presonus Eureka



Apex 460 Multi-pattern Tube LDC



RedCo Custom Cables



Apple iPod Nano


LCR (Left/Center/Right) Mixing Thread at MiLaRForum.com

PSN In The Blogoshere!

BrianStephens.tv Video Podcast



Brian Stephens


Gear Review:

Pete Buchwald weighs in with a great guest gear review of a couple of great mixing DVDs.


Mix It Like A Record (Click To Order)


Russ Long's Guide To Nashville Recording


Shane Wilson's Guide To Mixing


The Stupid Knob:

Someone Is Killing Country Music Singers In Mexico!


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Many folks chose Yesterday by The Beatles as one of the correct answers to our last trivia question. Yesterday is also one of the most covered songs ever. Within 500, how many different cover versions of Yesterday are there, minimum?

A: 2,500! This week's big winner is Brian Plamondon! He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Tue, 26 Feb 2008 09:33:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=311279# 00:43:10 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #96] TruePianos Review & When Will Amy Winehouse Die? http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=291158#
On this week's podcast we've got News, Crosstalk, a Gear Review, a Spotlight segment, Viewer Mail and we're gonna' tweak The Stupid Knob!

Mike is still relaxing in Cabo and Slau is sitting in as guest host.


News:

Crosstalk:

    www.WhenWillAmyWinehouseDie.com

    Mike is home and will back next week!

    Slau joins PSN on a regular basis in 2008 with a new segment: Sessions With Slau

    Slau busts up a ribbon mic, on purpose!


Gear Review:

TruePianos Dedicated Acoustic Piano Virtual Instrument



Listen To More Examples

See The Video (Bottom of the page)

Al gives it 5 out of 5 VU meters!



Spotlight:

Budget Gear Versus $500K Worth Of Gear










Viewer Mail:

    Brack: He gets a ribbon!

    Tom (aka Dadooz): Naiant mics with a special gooseneck






The Stupid Knob:

Dave Mustaine's Shreddin' Cup O' Joe?

Britney Spears: Professional, hardworking, beautiful. Wait . . . what?


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: When it comes to radio's most played songs, You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin' by The Righteous Brothers leads the pack with over 8 million plays. There are four songs tied for second place each having over 7 million plays. Name just one.

A: Any of these would have been correct:
  • The Association, Never My Love
  • The Beatles, Yesterday
  • Ben E. King, Stand By Me
  • Otis Redding, Dock Of The Bay.
This week's big winner is Martin Baird! He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Howard Northrup, Jon Julson, Brian Plamondon and Kevin Martinez.


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Thu, 27 Dec 2007 09:36:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=291158# 01:13:45 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #95] Simple Drum Miking & ARC From IK Multimedia http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=287962#
On this week's podcast we've got News, Crosstalk, two Spotlight segments, a Gear Review and we tweak The Stupid Knob!

Mike is still relaxing in Cabo and Slau is sitting in as guest host once again.


News:



Crosstalk:

Steinberg Updates Cubase For Mac OS X Leopard


Spotlight #1:

Follow up to last week's super ribbon mic shootout

Cascade Microphones


The Cascade FatHead



New Fathead In Gold



The Venerable Coles 4038


Gear Review:




Listener Michael Masse reviews IK Multimediaâs ARC (Advanced Room Correction) System.


Michael's Room Curve


Spotlight #2

Minimalist Drum Miking: Getting the most out of your drum sound with only one mic! (And sometimes two.)


Blumlein Configiration


The Stupid Knob:

Dolly Parton's brother Randy . . . unprofessional waste of $21.5 million dollars?


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: What song was Jimi Hendrixâs first hit single? Bonus question: What year was it a hit?

A: Hey Joe! Written by Billy Roberts in 1962 and Jimi had a hit with it in 1967.

October 23, 1966 - The Jimi Hendrix: Experience records its first two songs, "Hey Joe" and "Stone Free" at Londonâs De Lane Lea Studios.

December 16, 1966 - The Jimi Hendrix Experience release "Hey Joe" in England. By February 1967, it reached Number Four on the British charts. The next single, "Purple Haze," reached Number Three. The groupâs debut album, Are You Experienced?, remained near the top of the charts through the summer of 1967.

This week's big winner is Steve Ayon! He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Jonathan McMillan.


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Mon, 17 Dec 2007 04:00:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=287962# 01:16:51 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #94] Ribbon Mic Super Shootout With Slau http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=286132#
On this week's podcast we've got News, Crosstalk, a Gear Review, Viewer Mail and we tweak The Stupid Knob!

This week Mike is relaxing in Cabo and Slau is sitting in as guest host. Slau is a New York City-based singer/songwriter and producer. During his teenage years, he developed his performance skills as a multi-instrumentalist while performing with various folk ensembles and dance bands. His reputation as a versatile musician led to an early career as a session musician for television scores as well as commercial jingles and underscores.

Slau's songwriting has been recognized by Musician Magazine where he was a semi-finalist in the Best Unsigned Band Contest and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) Songwriters Workshop. He's been a featured performer at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Showcase and has been a regular contributor to the New York City Songwriters Circle and The Bitter End.

In 2005, the new media world of podcasting rallied behind one of Slau's tunes entitled If Every Day Were Christmas, a song co-written with Orlando Pagan. Former MTV VJ, Adam Curry, heard the song, played it on his podcast, The Daily Source Code and came up with the idea of a We Are the World-type benefit. Over 50 artists from 9 countries took part in Podsafe for Peace, a benefit song for UNICEF produced by Slau. It remains in the Top 10 most played songs in the podcasting world and has been played on satellite and terrestrial radio including Sirius, XM, BBC, CBC and Westwood One.

Currently, Slau is working on a follow up to The Weight of Words, his 2001 debut album. The new album is scheduled for release in the spring of 2008.


News:

Crosstalk:




Gear Review:

Ribbon Mic and Michael Joly ribbon mic mod shootout!

Michael Joly's mods company: http://OktavaMod.com

Resource links mentioned:
The shootout mics:


The Venerable Coles 4038


Apex 205 Nady RSM-4 Nady RSM-5



The Cascade FatHead


Viewer Mail:

Bryan Daste from The Magic Closet Studio sent in this great link detailing the Grateful Dead's Wall Of Sound.

Suzie DeCree and Aaron Griffith pay homage to PSN

Suzie DeCree has teaching jobs available! Contact her:

John May wonders if TAXI is worth the money.

Aaron Griffith joins the Mac family, YAY! He wonders what good 2-track editors are available for Mac. Here's our initial recommendations:




The Stupid Knob:

Sly Stone is in the house! Wait, where'd he go?


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Which act was left stranded at the airport, therefore becoming a no show at The Woodstock Music and Art Fair in August 1969?

A: Iron Butterfly! They demanded a ride from the airport and the promoters decided since everyone else made it on their own, including uninvited guests, that they would just leave them stranded.

This week's big winner is Suzie DeCree! She takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Jon Julson, Brandon Hire (of The Metal Shop Podcast), Steve (of Sub G Music) and Patrique Osbourne


Little Richard turns 75. SHUT UP!


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Mon, 10 Dec 2007 09:58:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=286132# 01:41:09 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #93] More Great Mics For Under $400.00 & Kevin Reeves For FREE! http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=283001#
On this week's podcast we've got News, Crosstalk, a Feature Story and a MEGA Stupid Knob.!

News:

Crosstalk:

Mike's off to Cabo!

PSN mentioned in The Katie Mac Show from Chicago.

Follow up on the best mic for $400.00 or under:

    Karim Ayari likes the AudioTechnica 4033

    Tim Calloway likes the Rode NT2A

    Barry Watson loves the CAD M179 and the AudioTechnica 4033

    Josh Mahler of Vocal Voodoo Productions also loves the CAD M179

                   



Big Al's finished upgrading to Pro Tools 7.4 - so far so good!


Feature Story:

So, let us get this straight. The record industry didn't miss the opportunity of the Napster age, they just didn't know what to do or who to ask? Huh?!


The Stupid Knob:

    Kid Rock's going short

    Marilyn Manson is squandering the band's money

    Britney Spears replaces her children

    The Romantics are suing Guitar Hero


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: What was the license plate number of the Volkswagen on the Abbey Road album cover?

A: LMW 281F!

This week's big winner is Kevin Anderson! He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Nick Cicero of Cicero Pro Audio, Josh Mahler--who has sworn he didn't have to Google it--and Jim Farley who added that LMW-281F stood for Linda McCartney - Widowed and Paul would've been 28 IF he had lived!


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Fri, 30 Nov 2007 09:39:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=283001# 00:36:45 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #92] Feedback & Mics & Slash Oh My! http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=280771#
News, Crosstalk, Viewer Mail, a Spotlight segment and we tweak The Stupid Knob!

News:

Crosstalk:

Big Al's on his new Shure SM7B mic this week. What do you think? Bryan Daste of The Magic Closet Studio in Portland, Oregon has a SM7B as well and loves it.



Mike found pictures of his old hippie band house!

PSN is mentioned on Matt Serle's Asymmetric Biz Cult Podcast and blog here and here.

Mike's in-store customer is looking for an all around studio mic for $400.00. Al ponies up with the recommendations.




Viewer Mail:

John Mulligan recommends a great movie, Tom Dowd And The Language Of Music. You can download it through Netflix or buy the DVD here.

John Walker learns the secret to getting good guitar tone into his DAW.

Dave Smith takes PSN to the dentist!

Bill Feduska has a question about burning CDs with CDTEXT.

Tim Marema finds the abused SM58 from last week's video feature on ebay.


Spotlight:

Big Al on over analyzing your mix elements and Bryan Daste of The Magic Closet Studio in Portland, Oregon has a great tip for recording acoustic guitar when there's a loud headphone click track nearby.


The Stupid Knob:

Saul Hudson of Guns N' Roses?


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Who was the opening act of The Woodstock Music and Art Fair in August 1969?

A: Richie Havens!

Turns out Al's played with Richie before. Well, how about that?

This week's big winner is Charles Wyatt! He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Howard Northrup, Shannon Waldner, Stewart MacClellan, Kevin Anderson, Bryan Daste of The Magic Closet Studio in Portland, Oregon, Jim Farley, Don Dawber, Jon Julson, Ernest Daniels and Nick Cicero of Cicero Pro Audio.


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Fri, 23 Nov 2007 08:54:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=280771# 00:38:11 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #91] Spectrasonics Atmosphere Dream Synth & Mini Mic Shoot Out http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=276836#
News, a Spotlight segment, a Gear Review, Viewer Mail and we tweak the Stupid Knob!

News:

Spotlight:

    Al tries the Heil PR-40 again this week with some different positioning.

    Slau does a dynamic mic mini shoot out.

    Waves SSL Bundle is in the house!


Gear Review:

Spectrasonics Atmosphere Dream Synth Module - The World's Most Massive Synth!

This is really a different type of virtual instrument that brings together a three gigabyte core library of more than one thousand unique sounds and layer elements. Atmosphere works as a native plug-in instrument in all major hosts like Logic, Digital Performer, Cubase, Nuendo and Pro-Tools.

Atmosphere was designed from the ground up by Eric Persing, well known for his sound design of classic Roland synthesizers and award-winning sample libraries.





  • 3.7 gig core library offers vast array of textures to explore
  • 1,000 patches by award-winning sound designer Eric Persing
  • All NEW Sounds
  • Powerful interface and synthesis capabilities
  • Dynamic layering of sounds for over 1,000,000 mix combinations
  • Easy to use... Built-in patch management system
  • Fully programmable
  • Total recall with your sequence
  • Multimode resonant Filters for each layer, plus Master Filters
  • Three envelopes per layer for Pitch, Filter and Amplitude
  • Matrix-style modulation routing, four LFOs
  • Powered by custom 32 bit UVI engine
  • Cross platform plug-in compatibility


$399 - Six CD-ROM set
MAS, RTAS Mac and VST Mac/PC included (Audio Units for OSX and RTAS for Windows available from www.spectrasonics.net/updates/)

Operates as a virtual instrument software plug-in in all major hosts like Logic, Digital Performer, Pro Tools, Cubase SX, Ableton LIVE, Nuendo, Fruity Loops, Acid Pro and many other VST hosts. Also works in Sonar 2.0 with a VST wrapper (not included).

System recommendations:

512 MB RAM, 3.9 GB free hard disc space

MAC: OS 9 or higher, 500 mHz G3 or better CPU, MAS, RTAS or VST 2.0 host

PC: Windows 98 or higher, 600 mHz Pentium III or better CPU, sound card, VST 2.0 host or Pro Tools 6.1 or higher

CPU load: MODERATE

All Specifications to change without notice. All trademarks are the property of their respective holders.


Viewer Mail:

    Andrew Brierly from the Home Recording Odyssey podcast has a potential scam alert regarding http://TalentAward.net

    Mike Schettler of Shortler Studios wrote in to share another major label "kiss off" from a major artist, Aretha Franklin.

    Gordon Brinton has launched http://ProAux.com, a gear auction site with ZERO selling fees.

    Want to try your hand at mixing some serious metal? Click Here!

    A video about abusing a Shure SM58 from Patrick Bonier:





The Stupid Knob:

How bad is you lifestyle when it freaks out Snoop Dog? Ask Amy Winehouse!


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: In 1941 Alan Lomax first recorded the artist McKinley Morganfield. What name do we better know him by today?

A: Muddy Waters!

This week's big winner is Jason Paul. He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Jon Julson, Jesse Osborne, Charles Wyatt, Bryan Daste of the Magic Closet Studio in Portland, Oregon, Dadooz, Nick Cicero, Kevin Manning, Jim Miles and Kevin Anderson. Great work everyone!


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Sun, 11 Nov 2007 16:36:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=276836# 00:52:16 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #90] IK Multimedia's CSR (Classik Studio Reverb) http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=273760#
News, a Gear Review, Viewer Mail, Crosstalk and we tweak the Stupid Knob!


News:






Crosstalk:

Gear Review:



IK Multimedia's CSR (Classik Studio Reverb)

A suite of four high-end studio-quality reverbs modeled after popular outboard classics. Now anyone can afford the quality sound of a signature reverb in their studio.

  • Suite of 4 separate reverb units: Plate, Room, Hall, and Inverse
  • State of the art DSP based reverb algorithms
  • 2 operational modes: Easy and Advanced
  • 6 easy to use controls in Easy Mode
  • More than 100 Parameters in Advanced Mode
  • Highly customizable 8x8 Modulation Matrix per unit
  • 4 assignable Macros per unit
  • Full automation through host sequencer










Full price: $399.00 US

Crossgrade price: $249.00 US

System Requirements:



Power PC Macintosh
Minimal: 866 MHz G4 processor, 512 MB of RAM, Mac OS X 10.4 or later.
Suggested: dual 1.25 GHz G4 or G5 processor, 1 GB of RAM, Mac OS X 10.4 or later.
Supported Plug-in formats: AU, VST, RTAS.
Classik Studio Reverb RTAS requires Pro Tools 7.0 or later.

Intel based Macintosh
Minimal: 1.5 GHz Intel Core Solo processor, 512 MB of RAM, Mac OS X 10.4.4 or later.
Suggested: 1.66 GHz Intel Core Duo processor, 1 GB of RAM, Mac OS X 10.4.4 or later.
Supported Plug-in formats: AU, VST, RTAS.

Windows
Minimal: Pentium 1 GHz / Athlon XP 1.33 GHz, 512 MB of RAM, Windows XP / Vista or later.
Suggested: Pentium 2.4 GHz / Athlon XP 2.4 GHz, 1 GB of RAM, Windows XP / Vista or later.
Supported Plug-in formats: VST, RTAS.
Classik Studio Reverb RTAS requires Pro Tools 7.0 or later.


Viewer Mail:

Basil Records Mentions PSN On Their Blog

Christian King:
    "I have a friend who has a hardware sampler that enables him to quickly record a sound directly into it and then manipulate and sequence that sound quickly and easily. I've been looking for a plug-in alternative to this. What I'm looking for is something with a record button that I can click, say "boom", and have that "boom" available immediately for manipulation and sequencing."

    Try Abelton LIVE.

Joao Alves: FaderWear

Pascal Zander: Help Him Identify These Songs

Greg Kocis:
    This video details the origins of one of the most famous and used drum loop samples ever. It narrates the history of the "Amen Break," a six-second drum sample from the b-side of a chart-topping single from 1969. This sample was used extensively in early hiphop and sample-based music, and became the basis for drum-and-bass and jungle music -- a six-second clip that spawned several entire subcultures.


John Walker:
    "I travel on business a lot and I'm looking for a way to take something along that will allow me to work on songs while I'm on the road. I'm a Pro Tools user and I'm seriously considering the MBox Mini, but I was wondering if you guys were aware of any other platforms that might work as well or maybe better on a laptop."

    Go For The Mini

Pierre Foisy:
    "I need to hook-up an audio-interface to my iMac running Garageband. I've been behind in my knowledge of all the digital things and so I'm just coming back to recording and trying to get up-to-snuff on all this.

    "I would like to make a recording that will be the best I can do with the equipment I have. Right now, I've stopped my choice of interface to three models: Edirol FA-101, Focusrite Saffire (not LE) or TC Electronic Konnekt 8 or Konnekt 24. In terms of quality, how would you rate them from less to better."

    Those are three very nice units, all from reputable companies. Any of them would make a great choice. For a more detailed analysis and recommendation, give our friend Andy Diekroger a call over at Sweetwater.

Dave Criddle from The Home Recording Odyssey podcast had a comment about the job openings we mentioned in the last show that were advertised for the King's Island theme park. He used to work there as a bass player!

Paul Bordenkirsher from MesaSand.com: 36 Rules For Bands


The Stupid Knob:

Keith Richards Plays A Squire Strat Worth $5,000,000.00?


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: On Ringo Starr's 1974 version of You're Sixteen, who played the kazoo?

A: Sir Paul McCartney!

No winners this week? Whaaaaaaaaat?! Shame, shame, shame.


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Fri, 2 Nov 2007 07:26:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=273760# 00:43:05 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #89] iZotope RX & A Stupid Knob 3-fer http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=270664#
News, a Gear Review, Viewer Mail, Crosstalk and we tweak the Stupid Knob!


News:




Gear Review:

You might remember Stuart McClellan from an early episode of PSN, He's the magician that got a government grant to pursue a music create. Those wacky Canadians! His also a product tester for TC Helicon. This week he's done a guest review of the new iZotope RX noise reduction software for us.





The iZotope RX Web Site


Links About Stuart McClellan:
Viewer Mail:

Mark Rufino - Stillwell Audio's Spectro - Name Your Own Price Plugins

The Van Halen Pitch Debacle:




Suzie DeCree - King's Island Jobs

Paul Bordenkirsher Of MesaSand.com
VM Sakai - Phil Dodds Has Passed Away. Who? You can see this Unsung Hero Of The Music Business in this video at the 1:05 mark where he says, "What are we saying to each other?"




Slau - "Thereâs a known problem with the Edirol R-09 that might potentially affect listeners who own the machine. I was listening to Jim Fidlerâs podcast, Republic of Avalon Radio, where, during his walk with his wife, he started talking about this problem where the side of the unit starts to come loose and buckle. It seems like a minor nuisance at first but it becomes a major problem if not fixed. I experienced the same thing and was surprised to find out that a lot of people are starting to see this.

"Jim had one of the first units ever shipped and I followed suit about a week later. So, now that weâve seen this effect, I bet more and more people will start to notice this. Thing is, our units are out of warranty but those people who see this now and bought their units a few months after us can still have it fixed under warranty. BTW, another issue that people have seen is that the back plate switches come loose very easily and just move freely without any effect. That was a problem that happened to both of us and is also a known issue. Edirol hasnât done any recall or anything but I think they should. Theyâre replacing warranty units with a different polymer these days. Anyway, maybe this will help some folks. Jim Fidler talks about it in one of his recent episodes."

Dadooz - Jars Of Clay Remix

Big Al - AES Roundup At Sweetwater


Crosstalk:

The Stupid Knob

    Death Cab For Cutie VS Homeland Security

    FedEx Should Get The Pets

    Karaoke Violence & The Vacuum Hose


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: The original Woodstock was August 18, 1969. Within one dollar, what was the price of a ticket at the gate?

A: $8 per day! A three-day advance ticket was $18. This week's big winner is Jose Vargas! He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Jose also sent us this great link with some pictures of original Woodstock tickets.

And here's a great video to have in your collection and on your video iPod. It's the entire Woodstock performance of Jimi Hendrix.

See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Thu, 25 Oct 2007 08:16:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=270664# 00:35:38 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #88] 123rd AES Roundup & Our Friend Marc Sorger http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=266371#
News, a Gear Review, Crosstalk, a Special Report from the floor of the 123rd AES show and we tweak the Stupid Knob!


News:

Our Friend Marc Sorger:

marc sorgerHello everyone, this is Big Al. This week I lost a good friend of mine in a senseless auto accident twenty miles north of Spokane, Washington. His name was Marc Sorger, He was 56.

Marc was a real renaissance man of the music business; someone that did everything well. And a true Unsung Hero. He was one the best all-around musicians / studio cats I've ever had the pleasure of knowing and working with. He was a vibrant and dynamic live performer as well as a gifted engineer and mixer.

He was also one of the few golden ears I've ever known. I swear he could spot a problem that was plus or minus 2 db at 18k . . . over the telephone.

As a performer (sax and vocals) he was so fun to watch. He lived and loved his music. His vocal range was stunning and he could do total justice to screaming rock and roll or a tender jazz ballad.

He had the kind of voice that made most people feel like just giving up their singing when they heard him. For some reason, it just made me want to be better. I studied him for hours and it was an education beyond monetary value.

He performed and wrote with The Dillards, The Righteous Brothers, Gino Vanelli, Michael McDonald, Dean and Carol Parks, Linda Ronstadt, Tom Wopat, Greg Topper, The Spirits Of Rhythm, Safe Sax and a host of others.

He also helped to design and build several studios, including Walter Brecker's place over in Hawaii a few years ago.

I had so many good times with Marc in the studio. We usually spent the whole session trying to recover from laughter. I remember one time we were working on some foley late at night and we were like two kids playing in their favorite sandbox together. It was pure joy and magic. That's the way it was always meant to be in the studio as far as I'm concerned.

Below are links to just a sample of some of his work, including some projects we worked on together, and other folks with whom he worked and played. If you happen to have known him or worked with him, please drop me a line and let me know.

I can't begin to fathom that we'll never work together again. I miss him so much it hurts.

My condolences to Marc's whole family, his daughters (Rachell, Natalie and Sabrina), his friends and his long-time musical partners in the group Safe Sax, John Lowry and Tera Wolfe-Brasch.

There will be an event in Marc's Honor at Ella's Supper Club in downtown Spokane on November 4th, 2007.


Click The Play Button To
Listen To A Demo Reel Of Marc Sorger:




The last big project that Marc produced, mixed and performed on:
Jump by Casey McGill And The Spirits Of Rhythm.




Links To A Few Of The Artists With Whom Marc Has Worked:

Greg Topper Dean Parks Dean Parks - IMDB
Carol Parks The Dillards Gino Vanelli
Linda Ronstadt Tom Wopat Michael McDonald
Bobby Hatfield
Righteous Brothers		 Bill Medley
Righteous Brothers		 Walter Brecker
Steely Dan





Gear Review:

Roving PSN reporter Dave Criddle has another great review for us. This week Dave takes a look at the Crysonic line of plugins and puts one or two to the test.







Crosstalk:

Join Charles Dye for his Mix It Like A Record Advanced Mixing Workshop!

When:
November 8, 2007

Where:
RSPE Audio Solutions
4130 Cahuenga Blvd. Suite #210
Universal City, California 91602

Click Here For Driving Directions From Your Location

Click Here To Learn More About The MiLaR Workshop

Click Here To Register Online Now


The Hit Street Records Talent Show Is Over! Click here to see the winners.


The Talent Search 2007 Staff

Dwight Finney, Mike Bolan, Mike & Cass Schettler, Jerad Finck


Feature Story:

This last week was the 123rd AES--Audio Engineering Society--convention in New York. Trusty flash recorder in hand, PSN Correspondent Slau was on the floor live, generally pestering and annoying all the wonderful vendors that were exhibiting. All for you, dear listeners!

The Stupid Knob:

Yahoo has a page dedicated to Keith Richards news!


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: What was the first video to air on MTV by a black artist?

A: Billie Jean by Michael Jackson. It's interesting to note that MTV initially didn't want to air any music by black artists.

This week's big winner is Karim Ayari! He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable Mention goes out to Neil Mavor and Patrique Osbourne.


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Sun, 14 Oct 2007 08:34:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=266371# 01:09:21 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #87] Logic 8 Overview With Andy Diekroger From Sweetwater http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=263366#
News, Crosstalk, a Celebrity Interview and we tweak the Stupid Knob until it cries for mercy!


News:






Crosstalk:

Mike's son Jeremy leaves LucasArts and moves to Image Movers Digital

Al goes to the Apple Store!

RadioHead lets fans price their new album (Thanks to Stewart McClellan)

John Fogerty's New Album Revival


Celebrity Interview:

Logic Studio has really been causing a stir. Al sat down with Andy Diekroger from Sweetwater to talk about all things Logic. Andy is a long-time Logic user and just completed his Logic 8 orientation and training with Apple.

Andy's Contact Information:

Andy Diekroger
(800) 222-4700 ex. 1273
andy_diekroger@sweetwater.com

And also: andy@projectstuionetwork.com


The new amazing value that is Logic Studio!

See Apple's Details And Videos


The new Apogee Duet firewire interface:




The Stupid Knob:

    Mariah Carey. What kind of tape?

    Britney's woes continue to grow. Off to KFed's house the kids do go.

    Viacom CEO Philippe Dauman totally confuses us.


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: The Buggles Video Killed The Radio Star was the first video to premiere on MTV on August 1, 1981. The millionth video to air on MTV was also Video Killed The Radio Star, aired on MTV February 27, 2000. It's also the third most aired video in MTV history. What is THE most aired video in MTV history?

A: Peter Gabriel's Sledgehammer.

This week's big winner is Aaron Stewart! Aaron takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable Mention goes out to Carlos Orellana and Keith Sommers.


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Fri, 5 Oct 2007 15:27:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=263366# 01:04:11 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #86] PianoTeq 2.0 Review & Smells Like Courtney Love? http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=259977#
News, Crosstalk, we dig in the Cat Box, a Gear Review, a Feature Story and we tweak The Stupid Knob...HARD!


News:

Crosstalk:

The Cat Box:

You Can Only Be So Cosmic by Robert Willey.

Here's what Robert told us about the background of this track, "I wrote, conducted, played synth, and sang this with the University of California San Diego Jazz Ensemble in the early 1980s, and the concert was recorded in stereo on a 15 IPS reel to reel. Iâve since overdubbed the vocals and added synthesizer reinforcement with Reason in Pro Tools. Iâm not happy with the muddiness. I have the tape track going through a Waves denoise plugin to get rid of the hiss. Any suggestions?"


Feature Story:

Gear Review:

Modartt's PianoTeq 2.0

Pianoteq is quality virtual instrument using breakthrough technology, available for PC and Mac as a VST/AudioUnit/RTAS plugin and stand-alone player. It models the sound of the piano in real time as opposed to playing back static recordings, like modern sampled instruments.

Feature Highlights:

  • Responds in real time to pianist's interpretation
  • Sounds and behaves like a real piano
  • Extraordinary playability and expressiveness
  • Advanced tuning, voicing and soundboard adjustment
  • Extremely small (15 MB) and fast loading


Visit the PianoTeq Web Site - Free 45-day Demo





The Super Stupid Knob:

    Smells Like . . . Courtney Love?

    Marilyn Manson, The Broadway Star?

    Fitty Cent - Keepin' It Real!


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: What was the first hip-hop single to hit #1 on the pop charts and what was the artist's name? BONUS QUESTION: What is the artist's real name?

A: Ice Ice Baby by Vanilla Ice. His real name? Robert Matthew Van Winkle!

This week's big winner is Howard Northrup. He offered up even more details on this. Howard says, "One other little bit of trivia about him - his birthday is on Halloween. And no, I didnât have to Google any of those meaningless facts. I grew up in South Florida, where Robbie was making a "name" for himself."

Howard takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable Mention goes out to Patrique Osbourne and Steve, who called in his answer using our Listener Hot Line. Steve also generously forgot to hang up his phone so that we got to listen to him listening to PSN!


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Wed, 26 Sep 2007 10:36:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=259977# 00:53:18 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #85] TWO Gear Reviews - T-Racks and Shure VS Shure http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=257023#
News, a Spotlight segment, TWO Gear Reviews, a Feature Story, Viewer Mail and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Spotlight:

Gear Review #1:

PSN Field Correspondent Dave Criddle joins us with another great gear review. It's IK Multimedia's T-Racks; an inexpensive option for lots of interesting plug in tools.

Feature Story:

Following weeks of intense speculation by fans and the news media, it's been announced that the three surviving members of Led Zeppelin â Robert Plant, Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones â would play a concert in London on Nov. 26. Jason Bonham, the son of John Bonham, who died in 1980, will fill in for his father on drums.

The show, at the O2 arena, will be a tribute to Ahmet Ertegun, the Atlantic Records founder who died in December. The bill is also set to include Pete Townshend, Bill Wyman, Foreigner and Paolo Nutini, a 20-year-old Scottish heartthrob who was the last act Mr. Ertegun took under his wing.


Gear Review #2:

This mic shoot out/gear review is being simulcast on both PSN and The Metalshop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Hire. It's the Battle of the under $100.00 Shures!

SM57 VS PG57!

        



Viewer Mail:


Mike's Computer Quiet Box


The Stupid Knob:

Brought to us this week by Dave King. This falls under the NO DUH section of The Stupid Knob - Rock Stars and their Crash and Burn Lifestyles.


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Who was the first rock artist to be arrested on stage?

A: Jim Morrison!



This week we had five correct answers. Four were from reigning trivia champions John Demetre, George Taylor, Dan Lueders and Brandon Hire. And, this week's big prize goes to Jammin' Dave Jackson from The Musician's Cooler Podcast! Dave takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com. Way to go to all of you!


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Tue, 18 Sep 2007 10:11:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=257023# 01:06:27 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #84] Bob Lefsetz, Prodikeys Review & Courtney Love + Keith Richards? http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=253353#
News, Crosstalk, a Gear Review, a Feature Story and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Crosstalk:

Video Of Doug McGee's Bejing Apartment Studio:

"Just wanted to drop you this link to a mini documentary on the construction of my current studio. All of the sound treatment was due to the info Iâve gleaned off of Ethan Winnerâs site throughout the years. I was lucky enough to come across his articles about ten years ago when I was just starting out in this here project studio thing. I was thrilled to hear him on your show. I hope that you and your listeners enjoy this video. Feel free to copy any of the ideas in the construction of the studio."

Keep your eye out for the PSN cameo!


Click Here To Play


Mike Missed The Summer Of Love 40th Anniversary - DOH!

Brandon Hire of The Metal Shop Podcast had a run-in with a lava lamp:



From Joao Alves:
10 Recording Bloopers That Made The Album

Tom (aka Dadooz) wrote in and said, "Thought Iâd send you a link to a great piece of software which was mentioned in episode 32, and which we thought may be lost due to developer abandonment. RAX2 has now been picked up by Audiofile Engineering and an update will be available soon."

http://RockLighter.com

Ooooooooooh! THE NEW iPODS ARE HERE!





Gear Review:

This week Dave Criddle joins PSN as a contributing field correspondent. He'll be bringing us all kinds of great features over the next few weeks while he's on hiatus from the Home Recording Odyssey podcast. This week it's a short but solid review of some gear Dave heard about right here on PSN, PRODIKEYS!





10 Large File Sending Services


Feature Story:

Bob Lefsetz is a Santa Monica-based music-industry figure, who has worked previously as an entertainment business attorney and as a consultant to major record labels. Perhaps he's best known as the author of The Lefsetz Letter, which was first produced as a hard copy publication and is now a free e-mail newsletter. In it he addresses the issues that are at the core of the music business today: downloading, copy protection, pricing and the music itself.

His latest keynote address in Australia has some particularly interesting incite on the creation and distribution of music in this digital age. Enjoy this excerpt and I'm sure you'll take something away from it that will benefit you directly in your studio.


The Stupid Knob:

Courtney Love + Keith Richards = YIKES!


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Thomas Edison was one of the earliest folks to lust after recording gear. In 1887 he made the first recording of a human voice on the first tinfoil cylinder phonograph. It was a poem that is now considered a classic children's song. What was it?

A: Mary Had A Little Lamb!

We had a fantastic turnout this week. Mostly all correct answers and many without having to Google!

This week's winner is Aage Auby from Oslo, Norway! Aage is taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to:

  • Mark Rufino
  • Dan Leuders
  • Marty Starns
  • Dale Nabeta
  • Jose Vargas
  • Ed Bradshaw
  • Shannon Waldner
  • Dave Jackson of the Musician's Cooler Podcast
  • Howard Northrup
  • Jonathan McMillan
  • William Davidson
  • Tony Oetzmann
  • George Taylor
  • Rick Gotlieb
  • Patrique Osbourne
  • Joseph Mazzu
  • Barrie from Ontario
  • Paul Bordenkirsher of MesaSand.com
  • Keith Sommers
  • And John Demetre!
WHEW! See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Fri, 7 Sep 2007 14:09:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=253353# 01:10:38 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #83] 5-time Emmy-winning Mixer John Davidson http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=249518#
News, Crosstalk, a Celebrity Interview and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Crosstalk:



Celebrity Interview:

It's been awhile since we had a chance to catch up with 5-time Emmy-winning mixer and PSN Field Correspondent John Davidson. A lot has happened in the last several months and we're looking forward to catching up with him. Apparently his security access card for the VIP elevator here in the PSN Towers is still working so he came on up and joined Al in Studio B for a chat.


The Stupid Knob:

There is an entire Internet community and forum dedicated to the idea that the real Paul McCartney was replaced some time in 1966. Why? The leading theory is that the original Paul is dead, but there are many other theories to be considered.

So, if you're up for a colossal waste of time and a few laughs, check it out.


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Before achieving success as a singer, what did Luciano Pavarotti do for a living?

A: He was an elementary school teacher!

No correct answers this week. DOH!


See you next week!


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]]> podcasts Mon, 27 Aug 2007 04:21:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=249518# 00:48:32 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #82] PSN Top 10 With Slau & Keith Richards--Did He Really? http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=246303#
News, Crosstalk, Viewer Mail, a Feature Story and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Crosstalk:

Viewer Mail:

Feature Story:

Brandon S. Hire writes two heartfelt songs for loved one that have passed away.

Brandon's Web Site

To find the songs Karen and Thoughtless go to the Media section, then click on Audio, then on Orphan Album Preview.


The Stupid Knob:

Keith Richards - Did he, or didn't he? I'll bet he did!


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Big Al and his wife have the opportunity on occasion to hang with a celebrity here and there. We'll name three celebrities that his wife has interacted with. You tell us which one kissed her on the lips. 1) Kurt Russell, 2) Charo or 3) David Crosby.

A: Charo! Cuchi! Cuchi!

Congratulations to this week's winner, Patrique Osbourne! Patrique is a reigning champion so the prize goes to the next fastest answer and that was Dan Leuders! Ah, but Dan is a Mac guy so he has graciously donated his prize to the next fastest responder, and that's Christopher Ray. Congratulations Chris! Send us an e-mail and claim your prize. He'll be taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Also with the right answer and garnering Honorable Mention is Dave Jackson of the Musician's Cooler podcast at MusiciansCooler.com and Stuart from Victoria, BC, who phoned in his answer using our Listener Hotline.

Special honor goes out to Patrick Abbas. While he didn't have the correct answer, his line of reasoning showed that he's been paying attention to the little details for a long time here at PSN. Thanks Patrick!


Information On Merv Griffin


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]]> podcasts Fri, 17 Aug 2007 13:28:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=246303# 00:40:16 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #81] Massey TD5, Quincy Jones & A Mic Shootout http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=242864#
News, Crosstalk, a Featured Performance, Viewer Mail, a Spotlight segment and a Gear Review!


News:

Crosstalk:

Featured Performance:

michael_masse.jpgWe recently featured a news item about the sad and untimely death of Brad Delp of the band Boston. Michael Masse wrote us about this and a tribute he's produced. Michael writes, "I wanted to share with you a recording I recently completed as a tribute to Brad Delp, the lead singer of Boston who passed away recently. When I heard the circumstances surrounding his death, a suicide, it broke my heart. That someone who brought millions of people so much joy could feel so sad and aloneâthereâs no thought more tragic to a fellow musician and fan.

"One of my favorite Boston songs has always been A Man Iâll Never Be from Donât Look Back. That song hits home for me even more now. It expresses a feeling of inadequacy that I think we all can relate to at some point, and I expect that song gave Brad some comfort, too.

"Hereâs my humble renditionâitâs sort of an acoustic arrangement. I could never do Brad's voice justice, but I wanted to record it to mark his passing. I performed all the vocals and music, and recorded and mixed it in my home project studio. The chain was a Neumann TLM49 into a Pacifica pre amp then through my RME Fireface 800 into Cubase 4."

Thread about this song on GearSlutz forum


Viewer Mail:

Michael Hacker: More JayZ/Beyonce Going To Apple Rumors

Charles Dye: JCB by Nizlopi - Video

Jan: New Izotope Podcast

Mark Rufino: SM57 Mic Mod

Mike Schettler: Ultimate Cannon Rock Video (see below)





Spotlight:

How PSN is produced and recorded.


Gear Review:

We were having an in-depth discussion about mics with Slau a couple of days ago and we got to comparing mics that we've both used and mics that he has in his closet that we haven't used. Two of his favorite mics are the Audio Technica AT4033 and the Mojave Audio MA-200. Time for a shoot out!

Audio Technica AT4033
 
AT4033CL.jpg    Street: $399.00
Large-diaphragm Cardioid Condenser
2-micron-thick, vapor-deposited gold diaphragm
Transformerless circuitry
Switchable high-pass filter
10db pad
Includes shock mount and case
Slau's comment: It's his favorite overall mic for the last several years; it never disappoints.


Mojave Audio MA-200
 
AT4033CL.jpg    Street: $995.00
Large-Diaphragm Tube Cardioid Condenser Mic
Hand-selected 3-micron gold-sputtered capsule
Jensen audio transformer
Military-grade JAN 5840 vacuum tube
Includes power supply, shock mount, case and cables
Slau's comment: My new go to mic, especially for vocals.



Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: The song, Light My Fire was recorded and released at approximately the same time by two different artists. The more famous one today is by Jim Morrison with The Doors, but the song was equally successful by another singer/guitarist. Who is he?

A: Jose Feliciano!

This week's winner is Steve Sawyer! Congratulations, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Steve Ayon, John Demetre, Chris Cowan, Keith Sommers, Tom Franklin, Robert Willey and Roger Miller and Don Howatt, who both called in their answers using our Listener Hot Line: (928) 395-1343. Great job!


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]]> podcasts Tue, 7 Aug 2007 09:40:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=242864# 00:49:21 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #80] Andrew Dubber: New Music Strategies http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=239116#
News, a Celebrity Interview and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Andrew_Dubber.jpgCelebrity Interview:

The business of music is changing rapidly and we all need new strategies for marketing the music we record. This week Al had a chat with Andrew Dubber, who has a lot of good advice to offer. He's the Degree Leader for Music Industries at UCE Birmingham, and a senior lecturer and researcher with a particular interest in online music, radio and new media technology.

The Stupid Knob:

stoopid_knob.jpgAl Sharpton hastens the death of . . . rap?


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Elvin Bishop had a big hit in 1975 with Fooled Around And Fell In Love. However, he didn't sing the lead vocal. Who did, and with what super band did this person go on to have many more hits?

A: Mickey Thomas, who later joined Jefferson Starship!

This week's first responder was a reigning trivia champion Mr. Roger Linder! Therefore, this week's prize has been awarded to the second responder Jason Victorine. Congratulations gentlemen! Jason takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable Mention goes out to Steve Sawyer, Keith Sommers, John Demetre and Gary Eisenbraun, who actually submitted his audio answer via the customer feedback line!


Answer To Last Week's BONUS Trivia Question:

Q: What early Mac composer and musician went on to become the creative force behind a Grammy-award-winning industrial rock group? He also created the sound track for the hit video game Quake. His band's logo also appears in the game on the nail gun ammo boxes.

A: Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails!

Well, you Mac folks came out in force for this one! The winner is Pete Buchwald! Pete has won a copy of the awesome AU plug IronOxide from AirWindows.com courtesy of Chris Johnson!

Honorable Mention goes out to Theo Tigno, Patrique Osbourne, Steve Ayon, Steve Sawyer, Shannon Waldner, Kris Keyser, Neil McDougall and Jonathan McMillan. Way to go!


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Thu, 26 Jul 2007 16:52:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=239116# 00:54:35 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #79] We Step In The Cat Box & Abbey Road Is Everywhere! http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=236712#
[Show #79] We Step In The Cat Box & Abbey Road Is Everywhere!



News, Crosstalk, a Cat Box segment, Viewer Mail and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

The Cat Box:

John Phillips submits a song called Old Photographs. And a big thanks to Hugo Ball for the new Cat Box segment intro!


Crosstalk:

    Redco Custom Cables

    Prince may never work in this town again!

    Here's the Presonus guitar micing video:





Viewer Mail:

The Stupid Knob:

Bobby Brown: Apparently rehab didn't take.


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: This band has become THE top-drawing American band in the world. In fact, only one act--the Rolling Stones--sold more tickets than they did in the preceding decade. Who is it?

A: The Dave Matthews Band!

A lot of good guesses this week but no right answers. Doh!

See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Thu, 19 Jul 2007 13:02:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=236712# 00:44:02 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #78] Gear Review: Amplitube Jimi Hendrix Edition http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=233437#
[Show #78] Gear Review: Amplitube Jimi Hendrix Edition



News, Crosstalk, a Gear Review and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Crosstalk:

Gear Review:

Amplitube Jimi Hendrix Shipping This MonthThis week we're looking at Amplitube: Jimi Hendrix Edition. It claims to be the first authentic software recreation of the complete guitar amp and effects rig of Jimi Hendrix. It includes models of extremely rare and collectible vintage stomp boxes, amp heads and cabinets. It features:
  • 5 separate modules: tuner, configurable stomp pedal board, amp head, cabinet and mic and rack effects
  • 4 Amp models
  • 7 Cabinet models
  • 5 Microphone models
  • 9 Stomp Effect models
  • 4 Rack Effect models
  • High-precision Tuner
  • 2 Guitar rig chains
  • Jimi Hendrix song presets immediately recall the entire rig used for that song
  • Plug-In and Standalone version
See all sound demos, download the plugin and the demo presets.

It sells for just $249.00 US - $199.00 if you're a registered owner of any other IK product.


The Stupid Knob:

According to the New Zealand Herald, Lindsay Lohan has been singled out to play Paris Hilton in a movie of her life. She could also be joined by Britney Spears on the project.

Our heads just exploded.


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: What was the first single by a British band to reach #1 on the US Billboard Hot 100? And what was the name of the group?

A: Telstar by The Tornados. Up to that point, and since World War II, there had only been three British names that topped the U.S. chart: In May of 1962 Stranger On The Shore by clarinetist Mr. Acker Bilk; the second was Heâs Got The Whole World In His Hands by Laurie London (1958), whilst the first was Auf Wiedersehân Sweetheart by Vera Lynn (1952).

The Tornados playing Telstar live (clams and all):



No winners this week! Hello . . . is thing on?

See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Mon, 9 Jul 2007 06:54:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=233437# 00:49:15 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #77] Andy Diekroger - Celebrity Interview http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=230007#
News, a Celebrity Interview and even more prize-winning Trivia!


News:

Celebrity Interview:

This week Andy Diekroger dropped by for a chat. He's a guitarist, a recording studio professional and a valuable asset as a Senior Sales Engineer at Sweetwater.com.

Andy's contact information:


Pictures of the Sweetwater's expansion (There's photo gallery button to push down the page.)

Technical Support Database and other helpful links (The knowledge database is what to look at plus the most popular knowledge base articles.)

Check out Sweetwater's e-newsletter InSync (not the band) and their online audio dictionary called Word Of The Day. There are links on the Sweetwater care page above and a database for Tech Tip Of The Day.

The specfic pages are:
The overall signup page including the directory

Liquid Mix assets list - The "who's who" of the eqs and compressors and their respective serial numbers.

See the Liquid Mix

See The Liquid Channel

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Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: What famous three piece band had Frank Zappa produce an album for them in 1976?

A: Grand Funk Railroad!

This week's winner is Pete Buchwald! Congratulations, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to John Demetre. Great job!


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Thu, 28 Jun 2007 10:10:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=230007# 00:59:35 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #76] Funky White Boys & CAPE Songs http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=227875#
News, Crosstalk, a Spotlight/Lava Lamp segment and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Crosstalk:

Spotlight/Lava Lamp Special Report

Jeff Conner provides audio lava lamp conspiracy proof.

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Jeff C., Somewhere In Texas


Here's video proof of the lava lamp's involvement in Mike Rowe's career (of Dirty Jobs fame):



Listen To CAPE Radio At The Womb (Top Of The Page)


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: This group started off as the Blue Velvets, then they became the Golliwogs, after one more name change, they hit big with swamp rock! By what name are they known today?

A: Creedence Clearwater Revival!

This week's winner is Utku Alatas from Istanbul, Turkey! Congratulations, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Thomas Rushton, Kevin Doucet, Pete Buchwald and Jesse Osborne. Great job!


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Fri, 22 Jun 2007 08:18:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=227875# 00:38:48 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #75] Epiphone Valve Jr. Review - Al's French Project http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=225941#
News, Crosstalk, a Gear Review, a Featured Performance and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Crosstalk:

    Les Paul Is 92!

    Stax Records Is 50!

    Send in your questions for Charles Dye!

    Send in your questions for a Mastering Engineer!

    Calling all Cat Box submissions! Here kitty, kitty.


Johnny Cash Video Feature:

Louis Armstrong and Johnny Cash - Blue Yodel No. 9




Johnny Cash's Last Recorded Performance at the Carter Family Fold July 5, 2003.




Gear Review:

The Epiphone Valve Jr.

Mike's credit card just FLEW out of his wallet for this one.




Featured Performance:

Al fininshed his work on the french dance/chill song One Step Away. Check out the final master! We'll let you know where you can pick up the album as soon as it's released. The artist is VillaBlue, which is Juanite Grande and Pascal De Falco.

The Stupid Knob:

Moby, The Vegan Vampire!

Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: In spite of the fact that much of his time was devoted to his role on Rawhide, the western TV series, this actor had time to record a major novelty hit. Who was he and what was the song?

A: He was Sheb Wooley and the song was Purple People Eater!

This week's winner is Patrique Osbourne. Congratulations Patrique, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Jonathan McMillan and Steven Moore. Great job!


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Sat, 16 Jun 2007 07:18:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=225941# 00:52:17 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #74] Scott Griggs Of Aluminum Foil Productions http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=222865#
News, a Celebrity Interview, and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Celebrity Interview:

Al met Scott Griggs over at Charles Dye's forum over at The Womb, that's MilarForum.com. Scott has an interesting project in progress and wanted to ask some questions and opinions regarding the direction he's taking. It occurred to us that many of you may have exactly the same questions, so we invited Scott to come and grill Al in person.

Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: What mega, superstar musician made the two following statements:

1) "I guess I just want to be remembered as a good musician and a good writer of good songs."

2) "When Jim Croce died, John Lennon said to me, 'You sell more records when you die than when you live. And with you, I hear so many of your records on the radio now that if you die, it will get so ridiculous I'll have to throw my radio out the window.'"

A: Elton John!

This week's winner is Roger Linder. Congratulations Roger, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Pete Jarvis, Dave Jackson from the Musician's Cooler podcast, Utku Alatas from Istanbul, Turkey, Trevor Brooks and Dave King. Great job!


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Thu, 7 Jun 2007 04:23:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=222865# 00:48:47 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #73] The Recorderman Overhead Drum Mic Technique http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=220499#
News, Crosstalk, a Spotlight feature on recording drums and Viewer Mail!


News:



Crosstalk:

    Start sending in your questions for Charles Dye!

    Dave Chick comments on Leo Badinella

    Sweetwater's guitar recording tip

    Brian Daste's guitar recording trick

    Al's featured video - The Loudness Wars:




Spotlight:




Viewer Mail:

    Joao Alves recommends this video cowbell lesson!



    An audio comment from Jeff Connor

    Lava lamp invention from Patrique Osbourne

    A gear/MIDI question from Jon Solitro

    An audio question about MILAR from Rick Shelton


The Stupid Knob:

R. Kelly -- Pillar of the community...nay...THE WORLD!


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: It's one of the biggest singles of all time. It was #1 in almost every charting country in the world, including the UK and the US. It's the second most successful single of all time (after Cher's Believe) since 1999 in the United World Chart and has sold about 9 million copies worldwide. It's a duet, and a remake of a song off of the movie soundtrack of the movie Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights.

A: Hips Don't Lie, Shakira (ahh-OOO-gah) and Wyclef Jean!

This week's winner is Mark Long. Congratulations Mark, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Alex Free and Jon Solitro. Great job!


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Thu, 31 May 2007 15:37:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=220499# 00:35:53 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #72] Pete Townshend's Sage Advice & Addictive Drums http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=217733#
News, Crosstalk, a Spotlight segment and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Crosstalk:



    Thanks to everyone that's voted for PSN at Digg.com!


Spotlight:

Pete Townsend's Blog


The Stupid Knob:

Keith Richards...in danger of typecasting?


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: In 1978, all four members of this group released solo albums simultaneously. Who were they?

A: KISS!

This week's winner is Jonathan Diener. Congratulations Jonathan, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Roger Linder, Kris Kleiner, Tom Hansen, Alice Bowie, Randy Gilkey, Ivan OâDonoghue, Josh Mahler, Jeff Francis, Jon Julson, Nathan Else, Doyle Hundley, Keith Sommers, Stewart McLellan, Carl Jensen, Steven Talley, Shane Hendricks and Pete Buchwald. Great job!


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Wed, 23 May 2007 15:27:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=217733# 00:28:03 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #71] Dave Akin Of DNE Recording - Focusrite Liquid Mix http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=215423#
News, a Celebrity Interview and Viewer Mail!


News:


Dave Akin
Celebrity Interview:

Dave Akin is a long-time listener that has recently made a significant upgrade to his studio - specifically his mixing tools. He did this armed with information he learned on the show and with some much-appreciated consulting with Andy Diekroger at Sweetwater. Al spent some time with Dave talking about how he's gotten to where he is in his mixing career and how important it is to keep learning and progressing.

Viewer Mail:

Jon, and Paul from Mesa Sand Productions


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Who did the actual singing in the movie The Buddy Holly Story?

A: The actor that also played Buddy in the movie, Gary Busey!

This week's winner is Nathan Else. Congratulations Nathan, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable mention goes out to Josh Mahler, Kris Kleiner, Steven Talley and Keith Sommers. Great job!


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Wed, 16 May 2007 16:59:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=215423# 00:54:35 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #70] Brian Daste Of The Magic Closet Studio http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=212667#
News, a Celebrity Interview, Crosstalk and we tweak The Stupid Knob!


News:

Celebrity Interview:

A couple of weeks ago Al visited a local studio in Portland, Oregon called The Magic Closet. It's a nice facility run by an equally nice guy, Mr. Brian Daste. In the course of their visit together Brian revealed a few tips and tricks he's developed and Al asked if he'd mind sharing them with all of us. He thought that was a great idea!

The Stupid Knob:

Nickelback is...well...back.


Crosstalk:

Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Michael Jackson's thriller album came out and crushed all kinds of records, including the largest selling album of all time. What album held that title until then?

A: The Saturday Night Fever Soundtrack! This week's winner is Nate Thoreson. Congratulations Nate, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Tue, 8 May 2007 23:25:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=212667# 00:51:51 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #69] Zoom H2 & Spinal Tap is Back! http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=210159#
News, Crosstalk, a Spotlight segment, a Featured Performance and Viewer Mail!


News:

Crosstalk:

Bryan Daste - The Magic Closet Studio

Transformers Previews

Camel Phat Free For PC

Camel Phat Free For Mac

Elton John manages to turn the words from an oven instruction manual into a catchy little song, entirely improvised.





Pick World Custom Guitar Picks

Spinal Tap is reuniting! They're getting back together for a performance at Wembley Stadium in London as part of worldwide Live Earth concerts on July 7. They have a new short film out - click here to watch it now.


Spotlight:

Some tips and tricks gleaned from Shelly Yakus at MusiciansCast.com -- Formerly Vice President of A&M Recording, Shelly has engineered some of the most successful recordings from John Lennonâs "Imagine" to U2's "Rattle & Hum" and is credited with over 100 million record sales.


Featured Performance:

    Home Is Where The Heartbreak Is by John Tubbs

    Jesse's Name by Rick Jones


Viewer Mail:

James Herbert - TC Konnekt 24D Problems

Pete Buchwald - Refrigerator Box Vocal Booth

Dan Leuders - The KID'S Rider


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Which Three Dog Night hit was written by Randy Newman, the creator of his own hit Short People? He's also written about a gazillion movie soundtrack themes.

A: Mama Told Me Not To Come This week's winner is Joao Alves. Congratulations Joao, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable Mention goes out to Pete Buchwald and Kevin Anderson. Way to go guys!



See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Wed, 2 May 2007 13:20:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=210159# 00:36:28 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #68] Amp Room & Keith In A Horse Suit? http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=207942#
News, a Gear Review, Crosstalk, a Featured Performance and we tweak the Stupid Knob!

News:

Gear Review:

Amp Room by SoftTube

Still in beta, straightforward and simple, Vintage Amp Room emulates three great guitar amps in a complete studio set-up with speaker cabinets and fully flexible microphone positioning.

It has none of the added gadgets or weird-sounding presets sometimes found in simulation software. Their goal is not to give you a pre-produced, ultimate guitar sound, but to provide you with the ultimate tool to create your own. It features:

  • Three vintage amp models
  • Flexible & continuous click-and-drag mic positioning
  • Fully automatable parameters
  • Compatible with all effects that work with real amps

It will be available for both PC and Mac on:

  • Digidesign Pro Tools 7.0 or higher, with Pro Tools|HD Accel
  • Digidesign VENUE live system
  • TC Electronic PowerCore (to be released in June 2007)

This company also responsible for the Tubetech CL1B, Brainworx bx digital, Dynatube and Dynatube Bass.


Featured Performance:

    Balance by Leo Badinella

    Real Love by Matthias Frank

The Stupid Knob:

Could it be Keith Richards...again? Yep.


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Who played the slide guitar on the classic Eric Clapton hit Layla?

A: Duane Allman! Both Slau and Mark Rufino had some valuable follow up to this. They referred to a documentary on Tom Dowd called Tom Dowd: The Language Of Music. It's an absolutely fascinating glimpse into the life of a talented and influential engineer and producer.

One of the interesting things in the movie is where he plays the original multitrack master from the Layla session and he solos Dunaeâs slide and the piano. Itâs so exciting to hear the raw material out of context. Slau and Mark both say. "If you haven't seen this, run (don't walk) to the store and pick up a copy." Better yet, just click here to get one online!

This week's winner is Jeremy North. Congratulations Jeremy, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable Mention goes out to Randy Gilkey, Slau, Mark Rufino, Shane Ward, Jonathan Diener, Jim Farley, Tom Drake, Joao Alves, Mike Schettler and Rich Palmer. Way to go guys!



See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Thu, 26 Apr 2007 08:54:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=207942# 00:44:37 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #67] Lane Sumner & Bryan Daste of the Magic Closet http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=204882#
News, Crosstalk, a Celebrity Interview, we tweak The Stupid Knob and a Feature Story!

News:

Celebrity Interview:

Finally! You've heard him at the top and end of the show for over a year now.

This week, Mike sat down with Lane Sumner, the the composer and performer of the PSN theme called Road Trip.

He's a fantastic guitar player, a project studio owner, and a teacher. Listen in as Mike visits Lane at his studio.




Lane Sumner's Web Site

Lane's Studio:








The Stupid Knob:

Feature Story:

This is a great story from Brian Daste of The Magic Closet recording studio in Portland, Oregon. It's a fascinating project bringing young and old artsits together.

Bryan graduated from the University of Miami with a baccalaureate in Audio Engineering. Since then he has worked in some very well respected post-production studios on the East and West coasts (Outpost in Miami and Bongo Post + Music in Sacramento) - as well as independently working for musical artists in both regions.

Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: What was the first classical album to go platinum, and who was the artist?

A: Switched-On Bach by Wendy Carlos (then Walter Carlos) was the first classical album to go platinum in 1968. Her Bach transcriptions for the Moog synthesizer brought electronic sounds into the mainstream. She's been credited with starting the synth revolution. Before this album, synths were mainly perceived as educational tools and not part of mainstream music. She painstakingly performed Bach using a MOOG modular and an Ampex 8 track tape recorder.

Remember, the MOOG modular did not have any presets, was monophonic and you had to use patch chords to manually connect components to come up with a new sound. The album came out and rocked the music industry. ItÃïïs fascinating to think a Bach album started it all.

This week's winner is David Melfi. Congratulations David, you're taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable Mention goes out to Nate Thoreson, Jeremy North and Bill Camarata. Way to go guys!


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Wed, 18 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=204882# 01:02:30 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #66] RealTraps Portable Vocal Booth & Lava Lamp: 2007 http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=202020#
News, Crosstalk, a Gear Review, we tweak The Stupid Knob and we have a Lava Lamp Special Report!

News:

Crosstalk:

    Elvis > Monty Python?

    REO Speedwagon > WalMart?


Gear Review:

The Stupid Knob:

    Keith Richards...say no more!


SPECIAL REPORT: Lava Lamp 2007




Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: This artist made American chart history, by becoming the highest-placed new entry by a British female artist ever in the US chart. Her third album went straight in at number two, beating her previous best of 11 with album number two. Who is she?

A: Joss Stone! And just a couple of weeks ago too. Congratualtions to this week's winner, Mike Masse! Mike is taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer, courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.


See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:08:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=202020# 00:33:44 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #65] The Edge, Music Messe and ... The Spice Girls? http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=199070#
News, a Music Messe 2007 Report. a Featured Performance and we tweak the Stupid Knob!

News:
Spotlight:

News from Music Messe in Frankfurt, Germany. Crosstalk:

Mike tells the story of Wilbert Condez, a saxophonist he found in Cabo San Lucas.

The Stupid Knob:

I'm the best Spice Girl!

Featured Performance:

Songs that didn't win or lose in the Mix To Dye For Contest. Mike and Al play a couple of their non-winning/losing favorites.

    Rock & Roll Bands by Carl Jensen

    Let's Clean Up! by Dan Leuders


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Brian May of Queen holds a PhD. What field is it in?

A: Astronomy! Congratualtions to this week's winner, Tim Calloway! Tim is taking home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer, courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com. Honorable Mention goes out to both John Mulligan and Mikko Majanen, who were oh so close.

Neil McDougall also wrote in to recommend everyone check out Brian's Soapbox feature on his web site: http://BrianMay.com

See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Mon, 2 Apr 2007 03:23:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=199070# 00:35:42 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #64] Don Rath Jr. Mastering Project & iTunes=2 Billion Songs http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=196821#
News, a Feature Story, Crosstalk, we tweak the Stupid Knob and Viewer Mail!

News:
Feature Story:

Details of Al's latest mastering project with a client he met on NextCat.com, Mr. Don Rath Jr.


Don Rath Jr.


Buy Heart Strings


Buy Dawn Of A New Day



Crosstalk:

iTunes surpasses 2 Billion songs sold!


Viewer Mail:

Slau's Useful Links:
Dave Akin
    A super-valuable monitoring tip!

Douglas McDonald
    An audio comment about a great plugin.

Paul Bordenkircher - His main web site
    Recommended acoustic treatment resources.
Tim Perry
Andrew Schaap
The Stupid Knob
Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: Lynyrd Skynyrd had chart hits with both studio and live versions of what song?

A: Freebird!

The only correct answer was from Ted Martin. Congratulations Ted! He takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable Mention goes out to John Walker. Way to go John!

See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Tue, 27 Mar 2007 02:49:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=196821# 00:37:32 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #63] No Respect, And Why The Music Business Sucks http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=194420#
News, Crosstalk and we tweak the Stupid Knob...twice!

News:


Alleged Web Site Slip Up

Crosstalk:

First Television Appearance


In The Studio - Latest Album


The Stupid Knob:

    Cease & Desist For Lip Syncers

    The Demise Of Rap?

Featured Story:


The Swampers in the mid-1970s: from left, Barry Beckett,
Roger Hawkins, David Hood, and Jimmy Johnson.

Viewer Mail:

"Why The Music Business Sucks" from Ed Bradshaw and Dante Brown, and Patrick Abbas has a question about sample delay in Pro Tools.

Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:

Q: This single debuted on Billboardâs Hot 100 on April 19, 1975 and catapulted from #98 to #1 in nine weeks, remaining in the top position for four weeks. The artist also recorded the song in Spanish, and it was released as a single later that year. It also charted, peaking at #49 on the Billboard pop charts that same year, making it the first #1 single ever to chart simultaneously in different languages by the same artist. What was the song and who was the artist?

A: This is related to last weeks trivia question. The answer is Love Will Keep Us Together by Daryl Dragon and Toni Tenille, better known as The Captain And Tenille.

The only correct answer was from Brian Cowie, who won last week's contest! Kudos to Brian, but no prize award this week.

See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Tue, 20 Mar 2007 08:13:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=194420# 00:39:07 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #62] Eric McMiller (aka Eric The Kid) - Hard Workin' Engineer http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=191623#
News, a Celebrity Interview and and an extra large helping of Crosstalk!

News:


Upcoming Massey Tape Delay Plugin

Celebrity Interview:

This week Al caught up with Eric McMiller, better known online as EricTheKid. Eric worked his way up from interning at a small midwest project studio to a full-time gig at a large New York commercial studio. He's also an alumni of Charles Dye's live Mix It Like A Record training class. Eric shares with us his story and what he's learned along the way.

Crosstalk

Al's Video Feature:




Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:
Q: For a short time this woman was a keyboard player for the Beach Boys. She was the only "Beach Girl" ever in the band. Who was she?

A: Toni Tenille! Daryl Dragon, the son of classical conductor Carmen Dragon, had studied classical piano for ten years. During the run of Mother Earth Daryl became impressed with Toniâs writing and singing and persuaded her to join the Beach Boys as pianist on their next tour. She was the first and only âBeach Girl.â? Daryl wound up being nicknamed âCaptain Keyboardâ? by Mike Love, because he always wore a naval captainâs cap on stage, so when he and Toni teamed up, they naturally became the Captain and Tennille.

Congratulation to this week's winner Brian Cowe! Brian takes home a copy of Guitar And Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com.

Honorable Mention goes out to Andrew Schaap, Mark Rufino, Pete Buchwald, Crazy Joe over at SurfLounge.com and John Azevedo. Way to go!

See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Mon, 12 Mar 2007 22:45:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=191623# 00:55:46 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #61] John Phillips - Student Of The Art Of Mixing http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=189056#
News, a Featured Performance and a Super Stupid Knob!

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Celebrity Interview:

What's it like to attend a live seminar with a grammy-winning engineer and mixer? One of our listeners, John Phillips, just found out first-hand a couple of weeks ago. Al caught up with John so that he could share his experience with everyone.

http://ProMediaTraining.com


Featured Performance:

We ran across a very interesting article by Dan Richards over at Studio Reviews Magazine. Dan recently published an article, Why Don't My Recordings Sound Pro?, and in it he concentrated mostly on the idea that the road to getting a "pro sound" had more to do with making a good working arrangement, and less about needing a $3,000.00 microphone. He also pointed out that it was important that we sometimes try to see the forest for the trees by de-emphasizing "the gear" that we all lust after. Because, in the end, the gear doesn't make the music.

Check out a tune recorded with just a few Shure SM 57s!

Character voice by Juanita Grande - JuanitaGrande.com


Super Stupid Knob:

A rollerskating male stripper, Joe Nichols to sing at Anna Nicole's funeral and the industry-shaking impact of FedEx (Kevin Federline).


Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:
Q: We're all intimately familiar with studio recording. But, what was the first live recording to top the Billboard chart?

A: Fingerstips Part Two by Little Stevie Wonder in 1963.

No winners this week. Maybe next time! :)

See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Mon, 5 Mar 2007 17:57:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=189056# 00:33:14 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #60] Ethan Winer, RealTraps.com - Part #2 http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=186257#
News, a Celebrity Interview with Ethan Winer and a special Spotlight segment!

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Ethan Winer
Celebrity Interview:
Ethan Winer is a well-known independent columnist you've probably read in any number of industry magazines and web sites. He's also a musician, a technologist and an acoustics expert that also happens to be the owner of RealTraps.com. We visited with Ethan about what you can do to optimize the sound of your studio and make tracking and mixing easier. This is Part #2 of 2.

Interview Links:

Spotlight:

This week, a Pro Tools tip from Al!

Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:
Q: Last September, this artist's album debuted at number one on the US pop charts. Not all that unusual, except that this person became the oldest living person to achieve this feat. Who is it?

A: Bob Dylan!

Congratulations to this week's winner, Dale Nabeta! He takes home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com

Honorable Mention goes out to Brian Cowie, who also had this to say, "Love your show, it makes me go out and buy new equipment every week." Our work here is done.

See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Mon, 26 Feb 2007 05:22:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=186257# 00:46:46 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #59] Ethan Winer, RealTraps.com - Part #1 http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=184024#
News, a Celebrity Interview with Ethan Winer and we tweak the Stupid Knob!

News:


Ethan Winer
Celebrity Interview:
Ethan Winer is a well-known independent columnist you've probably read in any number of industry magazines and web sites. He's also a musician, a technologist and an acoustics expert that also happens to be the owner of RealTraps.com. We visited with Ethan about what you can do to optimize the sound of your studio and make tracking and mixing easier. This is Part #1 of 2.

Interview Links:


A Cello Rondo - video powered by Metacafe

The Stupid Knob

The RIAA - Two weeks in a row!

Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:
Q: Although The Ed Sullivan Show was the first TV program in America to host the Beatles, it was not their first US TV appearance. On what show was their first appearance?

A: The Beatles' first US television appearance was on The Jack Paar Show on January 4, 1964 when Paar showed a film of the band playing "She Loves You". Before showing the performance, one of Parr's comments was "I understand science is working on a cure for this."

Congratulations to this week's winner, Bryan Daste! He takes home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com



See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Tue, 20 Feb 2007 07:16:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=184024# 00:59:27 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #58] Slau, With A Heil Microphone Shoot Out! http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=182010#
News, a Celebrity Interview and we tweak the Stupid Knob!

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Slau
Celebrity Interview:
Our good friend Slau was on the show a few episodes back talking about affordable acoustic treatments for project studios. Since then Mike had the privilege of meeting him in person at the NAMM show. He stopped by again and talked with Al about some more studio news and share a very special Heil microphone shoot out.

Pictures of Slau's session:










The Stupid Knob:
What does a Federal SWAT team have to do with the RIAA? More than you think! Courtesy of TechDirt.com

Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:
Q: Last week back in 1956, Little Richard recorded a song that went on to become his highest charting record in the US. It climbed to #6 in just a little over a year. What was the song?

A: Long Tall Sally!

Congratulations to this week's winner, Neil McDougall! He takes home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com

Tickets to this year's Ozzfest are FREE!

See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Wed, 14 Feb 2007 15:07:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=182010# 01:10:49 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #57] Tommy Detamore, Super Bowl & A Super Stupid Knob http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=179316#
News, a Celebrity Interview, we tweak the Stupid Knob and some Viewer Mail.

News:

Crosstalk:

Mike and Al discuss Super Sunday, especially the performances given by Billy Joel and Prince.


Tommy Detamore
Celebrity Interview:

If you've ever needed a musician to play a part on your project that isn't readily available in your local area, you'll appreciate this week's special guest. Listen in as Al has a conversation with Tommy Detamore of SteelGuitarTracksOnline.com.



The Stupid Knob:

Keith Richards switching to health food?

Kevin Federline's Super Bowl Commercial:



Derek K. Miller submitted this one of Celine Dion singing AC/DC!



Viewer Mail:

Answer To Last Week's Trivia Question:
Q: What was the only US number one single to be re-recorded by the same artist and become a Top Ten hit all over again?

A: Breaking Up Is Hard To Do by Neil Sedaka. The original, up-tempo version topped the Billboard chart in 1962, while a ballad rendition reached #8 in 1975. Other songs have made a second appearance on Billboard's Hot 100, but it was the original version that came back.

Congratulations to this week's winner, Waid Hundley! He takes home a copy of Guitar and Drum Trainer courtesy of Ryan Smith over at GuitarAndDrumTrainer.com

Honorable Mention goes out to Dan Leuders and Andy Bullock!

See you next week!

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]]> podcasts Wed, 7 Feb 2007 06:54:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=179316# 00:51:37 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #56] Charles Dye Part #8: A Mix To Dye For http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=176326#
It's our "official" 1-Year Anniversary show featuring Charles Dye and the winners of the "A Mix To Dye For" contest.

Mike & Slau at the NAMM Show:



Celebrity Interview:
Grammy Award-winning engineer, mixer and producer Charles Dye began his engineering career in 1992. Since that time he's mixed hits for Ricky Martin, Sammy Hagar, Julio Iglesias, and Jon Bon Jovi. He's also recorded artists such as Aerosmith, Jennifer Lopez, Gloria Estefan and Shakira...among many others. Here's Part #8 of our 45 Thousand Years Of Dye featuring the winners and losers of the "A Mix To Dye For Contest".

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That's it! Due to the length of this week's special episode, the trivia prize award from last week has been postponed until next week. See you then!

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]]> podcasts Tue, 30 Jan 2007 03:37:00 GMT http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=176326# 01:24:39 Allen Wagner & Michael Bolan Clean [Show #55] Charles Dye Part #7, Leo Laporte and NAMM News! http://psn.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=173866#
NAMM news, Leo Laporte drops by and Part #7 of our 45 Days Of Dye!

NAMM News: