The Music Tricked Me

The Music Tricked Me invites music insiders to share their views on their industry, and tips they've collected along their careers. The first episode is coming to you this Thursday !!

Who is Élise, the podcast host ? What's so special about analogue recording ? What is the purpose of this podcast ? Find the answers in that special episode recorded live in Camden Studios, hosted by the lovely Shar Dullaghan.

Ruadhrí is a Grammy award winning mix engineer who loves compressors and chocolate. He discusses being an engineer in London in the 90s, what he thinks of analogue and digital processing, his new Dolby Atmos setup, and how his journey has always been about capturing the excitement of a performance. It's all about the vibe baby !!

How do you chose the right manager ? What's the venue and touring industry like in the UK post-Brexit and post-Covid ? How can we be more inclusive and ethical ? Cath Hurley, a superhuman from Birkenhead near Liverpool, manages 3 artists and runs community based music venue Future Yard. Throughout her stories, Cath proves us that when there’s a will, there’s a way. Sometimes, the way is to start thinking differently.

Eye opening conversations with Steve Albini, reknowned recording engineer based in Chicago. Covering topics such as the role of a producer, the idea of making a career playing music and alternatives to it, streaming services, capitalism and more, this episode will leave you to reflect on the music industry and which aspects of it you chose to adhere to.

I asked about 2000 questions to Aaron Casey about Rights & Royalties. How to protect your rights and collect every penny/dollar/yen/peso your music generates - from songwriting, to streaming, merchandise and touring ? What happens if you're the producer ? Find out with Aaron who explains literally everything you need to know on the topic.

Lottie initiated the 'Culture of Belonging' workshops, which bring us closer to a more inclusive studio environment by opening studio opportunities for women and gender expansive musicians ! Lottie is also Miloco Studios booking manager, a directory of 180 studios around the world... We chat about what her role englobes, the F-List, the Trans Creative Collective, Help Musicians... and Justin Timberlake.

Hello ! Sometimes it's good to take some time to pause, and breathe. And just do simple things. So here is me chatting to you :-)