I had the opportunity to re-connect with an old friend and music producer, Pete Kipley.  A few years ago, we both lived in San Diego for a season and found ourselves bonding in several subjects including music and producing.  This week, I thought it would be fun for Pete and I to record a long distance conversation for you guys and chat about life as a producer.

We talked for about an hour, and within our conversation, I think there is something for everyone in it.  We cover some bases by gleaning from Pete’s story and how he ended up in the music business.  We also get into some technical things such as editing vocals. 

Please feel free to skip around if you like...I’ve delineated the conversation with subject headings for you guys.  Thanks for joining us Pete and music fans! 

Links to Mentioned Music:

• New Album Released:  Upper Room Music "Center of Your Love"
• Album 2006: Robert Randolph "Colorblind"

PART 1

• Pete and Eric’s Time in San Diego (1:17)
• Why Eric started blogging (3:05)
• How Pete Became a Producer (4:28)
• Pete and Eric Reminisce of Their Old Tape Machines (10:58)
• How Pete’s Career began in Worship Music (13:23)
• Recording the band Mercy Me (15:05)
• Recording in the Bathroom (16:25)

PART 2

• How to Simplify when Producing Music (0:06)
• How to find the Creative Peak in the Process of Developing a Song (8:29)
• The Importance of Editing and Tuning Vocals (16:21)

PART 3

• The Essence of Acoustic Instruments (0:06)
• The Importance of Recognizing How Parts Work Together (0:40)
• Recording Real Instruments and Rooms Versus the Digital Realm (2:59)
• The Importance of Committing to the Sound (11:54)
• Recording Robert Randolph and Eric Clapton (13:14)
• Pete’s Current Projects: Reaction Worship (19:29)
• Wrapping up (21:59)