In this episode, Nate, Ben, and Neil sit down with Columbus-based producer Jeremy Steckel, whose journey from touring musician to Emmy-winning producer offers a candid look at the realities of building a creative career. Jeremy shares how playing guitar led him from church bands to being signed with Wolves at the Gate on Tooth & Nail/Solid State Records — and how life in the studio completely changed his trajectory.
We dive into:
From stage to studio — why Jeremy walked away from touring life to pursue production full-time.
No Plan B — the leap of faith that took him from a church tech job to a thriving studio career.
Preparation and performance — how obsessive detail in the studio informs his work with clients, and why he prioritizes pre-production to set artists up for success.
The vocalist challenge — unique approaches to recording singers, managing headphone mixes, and creating comfort in sessions.
Minimalist gear philosophy — why less can often be more when it comes to producing, and the tools Jeremy relies on daily.
Studio spaces — from commercial studios to his hyper-isolated home addition, and why renting outside spaces now fuels his creativity.
Whether you’re a musician considering the leap into production, or a producer rethinking your workflow, Jeremy’s story is both practical and inspiring.
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🔗 Links from this Episode
Jeremy Steckel Instagram: https://www.instagram/jeremy_steckel
Listen to Jeremy's conversation with Lij Shaw here: https://recordingstudiorockstars.com/rsr474-jeremy-steckel-why-you-need-a-music-mastermind-group-family-work-balance/
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