Best Microphones for Vocals: Elevate Your Voice with These Picks!

The following is a guest post provided by Rowena Morris Every singer knows that the right microphone can make or break their performance. With so many options available, finding the perfect match can be overwhelming. But worry not, we’ve compiled a list of the best microphones for vocals to help you make an informed decision. … Read more

Ep 24: Tapping into Your Playful Side and Embracing Relationships (Tom Salta)

Tom Salta headshot

Tom is an ASCAP winning and MTV VMA-nominated composer who’s been in the biz for a long time and has an impressive list of both TV and game credits including PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, Red Steel 1 and 2, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon, Prince of Persia, Wolfenstein Youngblood, and the Halo Anniversary Edition soundtracks.  In our conversation … Read more

Ep 23: Infusing Songwriting with Game Audio (Darren Korb)

Darren Korb is a game composer working for Supergiant Games. He’s composed the soundtracks to smash indie hits like Transistor, Bastion, Pyre, and Hades.  His upbringing as a singer/songwriter and bedroom producer laid a foundation for his work in game audio. He boldly challenges the mostly-instrumental world of game audio by infusing narrative lyrics that … Read more

Ep 22: Ukuleles, Dank Beats, and Composing Under Constraints (Daniel Koestner)

Daniel Koestner is a newcomer to the game audio space, but his style draws influences from some unusual places and culminates in a sound unlike anything else. He composed the soundtrack to the lovable indie game, Donut County. The playful vibe of his music sends up folk artists like Sufjan Stevens and Beirut with the … Read more

Ep 21: Landing Game Audio Gigs with Class (Nathan Madsen)

Nathan Madsen is a seasoned game audio composer with years of experience in both in-house and freelance roles. We chatted about best practices in landing gigs, the pros and cons of freelance vs. in-house work, and how to balance a family with VGM ambitions. He’s got a real heart for mentorship and helping other composers … Read more