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by Howard Massey (Author) "Get five producers in one room you'll get five different approaches to making records ..." (more)

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Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Backbeat Books (28 Sep 2000)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0879306149
ISBN-13: 978-0879306144
Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 18.8 x 2.1 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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Veteran journalist and record producer/engineer Massey provides inside stories packed with trade secrets from recording masters. He takes the reader into the studio with about 30 top producers who have worked with the most famous major artists. They share tips and techniques on such topics as selecting and placing mikes, choosing the right key for

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5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant account of the best producers and their tips, 24 Jan 2001

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This book is probably one of the most interesting books I've ever read. Containing interviews with giants in the music industry such as George Martin and Phil Ramone who share their knowledge and experience with the reader. It is easy to read as each interview is a digestible length. I would say it is essential reading for anyone interested in the music industry, but also would encapture the interest of any other reader. Behind the Glass shares the stories behind some of the biggest hit songs and albums in popular music history by artists such as David Bowie, The Beatles, Pink Floyd and Alanis Morrisette. I was recommended this book by a music industry executive, and it has been possibly the best advice I could receive as a songwriter trying to get into the music business.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Beware - book extremely dull., 29 Aug 2006

By	Mr. J. Lonsdale "Joe Lonsdale" (London) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I was very excited when the book popped through my letterbox and couldn't wait to get stuck in, but to be brutally honest, it is dull as dishwater. Although the people interviewed are undoubtedly fantastically inspirational producers, the interviews reveal mostly "well it depends on the song" type answers which reveal very little about technique or approach. There are a few genuine insights, but mostly it is extremely general advice and nothing you don't get in any studio based magazine - but in much more palatable doses. It also feels out-of-date to me - so much has happened since 2000. So to sum up, save the money for a new microphone or two and spend the reading time in the studio.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Strong on techniques and anecdotes, 27 Feb 2002

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Great book - couldn't put it down read it on planes, hotels and trains.

Strong on mic and compression techniques and advice. Also strong on anecdotes and artist managemnet techniques.

Packed with sensible and yet creative advice from some of the top USA and European producers and engineers.

Touching interview with Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys - funny stuff about Prince and studio rocking chairs also female engineers who have lovingly recorded guitar speaker stacks being shoved over cliffs and into the sea !

John Lennons 'Flashing Esssess' mic sibilance aproach.....

its all here except Trevor Horn, Chris Kimsey, Chris Potter and Steve Hillage, and the Chemical Brothers all of whoom I would have like to have been interviewed alongside Thomas Dolby.

This is a gripping book for serious studio owners and operators, full of thought provoking comments and discussion.

Bedroom PC soundcard recordists making Acid loops probably wont enjoy it for the simple reason that they wont understand the references to records such as AJA by Steely Dan and might find the references to 2 Inch analaogue and tape compression difficult to relate to so I'd say its a book for the 30 plus market who are really into recording quality rather than sound cards.

Nice one Mr Massey can we have some more please(with Thomas Dolby included)?

I thorougly recommend it for inspiration !

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