Sound Advice For The Audiophile

A First Of Hopefully Many - Interview with Filmmaker Lionell A. Hilliard II

Man, it took forever to nail this interview down! We both have hectic schedules, but after numerous tries we were able to sit down and have a great chat. My usual episodes rarely last more than 20 minutes. I kept trying to cut this one short to save the rest for future talks, yet this conversation lasted over 2 hours! This is a must listen for anyone thinking about getting into the business of making art for the big and small screen. Lionell's credits include: The Arsenio Hall Show (First Run,) Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air, Sister Sister, and many many more! Ladies, Gentlemen, and non-conforming individuals, may I introduce to some and present to others, Lionell A. Hilliard II!

Episode 14 - DANTE implementation first thoughts

Man, 2 Sundays ago was a trip! We were very undermanned to the point that in between the normal 4 songs we do, I unplugged my mic from the stage box and tapped it at the mixer! I then used a headphone extension cable to get around easy while I was triggering music slides, Tithe and Offering slides, as well as the scriptures for the Pastor preaching that morning! It was a trip, but it was made so much easier by us implementing DANTE and having an automated livestream mix via Logic Pro! Between that and some automations I have for in-house, I was able to trigger slides and know that audio was good to go. Teasing a great interview for the upcoming episode!!!

Episode 13: I Can't Hear You!!!!

This is a quick episode, getting back into the hang of it. I lightly reiterated the importance of clear, consistent audio for any recorded video or livestream. Also, after my THIRD trip to go see Jordan Peele's new film, Nope, I talk about some technical things in the film I loved and teased a full film review in the next episode.

Episode 12: iPhone Multitrack Recording and Music Culture Discussion

In this episode, I detail how I did a live multitrack session on just my iPhone, recording a church service. I also touch on the current status of music culture and that there is a collective loss of respect for artists from only 15 years prior.

Episode 11: Isolation

In the latest edition of the Sound Advice podcast, I touch on an issue dealing with vibration affecting video equipment and how to possibly solve it. Also, I reemphasize the importance of using multitrack stems during live performances, in particular in the Black Praise and Worship Community.