Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle Podcast

• Episode 569 - Sensaphonics Founder Dr. Michael Santucci

  My guest today is someone who’s spent the last 35 years on a mission to protect the hearing of musicians, audio pros, and music lovers alike. Dr. Michael Santucci is an audiologist and the founder of Sensaphonics, a custom in-ear monitor company that’s become a go-to for top performers around the world.What sets Michael apart is that he’s not just running a company—he’s an audiologist first. That means everything Sensaphonics does is grounded in science, with a focus on long-term hearing health. From musicians and engineers to venue staff and even astronauts, Dr. Santucci has been a tireless advocate for protecting ears in the most demanding environments.In fact, since 1999, Sensaphonics has provided custom hearing protection and communication solutions for every mission to the International Space Station, working closely with both NASA and SpaceX.During the interview we talked about the major causes of hearing loss and tinnitus, the evolution of hearing protection, the importance of monitoring sound level, innovations in in-ear monitors, and much more.I spoke with Michael from his office in Chicago.Additional Resources:Learn more about Dr. Santucci and Sensaphonics at: https://sensaphonics.com–(FREE DOWNLOAD) 6 proven ways to avoid muddy mixes: https://www.bobbyowsinskicourses.com/6-freqs-download-1 Get fantastic mixing tips from the best selling Mixing Engineer’s Handbook: https://bobbyowsinski.com/mixhandbookAccess my FREE music mixing crash course training: https://www.mixingcrashcourse.comCheck out my best-selling books: https://bobbyowsinski.com/best-selling-books/ Discover more mixing courses: https://www.bobbyowsinskicourses.com/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobbyOwsinskiBiz/Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyo/Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bobbyowsinski/Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bobbyowsinski.bsky.social--In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers. ================

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• Episode 568 - Country Music Historian Don Cusic

  My guest today is country music author and historian, and a member of the Western Music Hall Of Fame Don Cusic.Don is the author of over 30 books, including biographies of Roger Miller, Eddy Arnold, Gene Autry and Chet Atkins.He’s also written album liner notes for Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, George Jones, Ray Stevens, Eddy Arnold, and Sonny James, as well as for multiple film soundtracks.Don has a number of credits as a producer and songwriter, and is a Professor of Music Industry History and Professor of Music Business at Belmont University.During the interview we spoke about the evolution of the Nashville music scene, Chet Atkins - the man behind the Nashville sound, Don’s writing journey, the changing landscape of Music Row, and much more.I spoke with Don from his office in Nashville.Additional Resources:Learn more about Don Cusic's work: https://www.doncusic.com/–Get fantastic mixing tips from the best selling Mixing Engineer’s Handbook: https://bobbyowsinski.com/mixhandbookAccess my FREE music mixing crash course training: https://www.mixingcrashcourse.comCheck out my best-selling books: https://bobbyowsinski.com/best-selling-books/ Discover more mixing courses: https://www.bobbyowsinskicourses.com/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobbyOwsinskiBiz/Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyo/Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bobbyowsinski/Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bobbyowsinski.bsky.social--In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers. 

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• Episode 567 - Live And Studio Engineer Dennis Moody

  My guest today is my good friend for many years, Engineer Dennis Moody.Dennis was my first guest way back on Episode #1, and he’s been on the podcast almost every year since. Dennis is unique in that he does live sound as well as studio recording, as he’s he’s engineered some of the biggest acts at some of the world’s most famous venues. He’s also known as “the Drummer’s Engineer,” since some of the world’s best drummers hire him to engineer their personal albums.Because he travels so much doing live sound, he’s almost like the Inner Circle’s roving reporter, as each time he makes an appearance he tells us about the latest music and audio trends worldwide.During the interview we spoke about what it’s like to do gigs around the world, trends in music and gear, the art of live sound mixing, navigating the challenges of travel, and much more.I spoke with Dennis from his studio in Los AngelesDennis has previously appeared on Episodes 1, 50, 100, 151, 200, 300, 399, and 500.Additional Resources:Learn more about Dennis Moody's work at: https://www.dennismoody.com/–Get fantastic mixing tips from the best selling Mixing Engineer’s Handbook: https://bobbyowsinski.com/mixhandbookAccess my FREE music mixing crash course training: https://www.mixingcrashcourse.comCheck out my best-selling books: https://bobbyowsinski.com/best-selling-books/ Discover more mixing courses: https://www.bobbyowsinskicourses.com/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobbyOwsinskiBiz/Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyo/Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bobbyowsinski/Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bobbyowsinski.bsky.social--In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers. 

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• Episode 566 - Film Composer and CEO of Budapest Scoring Balint Sapszon

  My guest today is composer, orchestrator, and CEO of Budapest Scoring, Balint Sapszon. Trained at the prestigious Bartók Conservatory and Liszt Academy of Music in Hungary, Bálint holds a Master’s Degree in Composition, Jazz Arrangement, and Music Theory. In 2007 he received a Fulbright Scholarship to study film scoring at the University of California Los Angeles, where he quickly began establishing himself in the world of film music.Bálint’s film scoring and orchestration credits include Parasite, which was the Oscar winner for Best Picture, Spike Lee’s Netflix film See You Yesterday, all time Chinese box office hit Operation Red Sea, the HBO film Bad Education, and more.After using his friends back in his native Hungary to record the score for his first film, and then helping other composers do their scores there as well, Balint founded the Budapest Scoring Orchestra and eventually purchased one of the finest scoring stages in Europe to record in. Today Budapest Scoring is used by composers, film and television studios from around the world.During the interview we talked about the birth of Budapest Scoring, his transition into film scoring, the global impact of the Orchestra, his Jazz influences, and much more.I spoke with Balint from his home in Los AngelesAdditional Resources:Learn more about Balint Sapzon's work at Balintsapszon.com, and Budapest Scoring at budapestscoring.com–Get fantastic mixing tips from the best selling Mixing Engineer’s Handbook: https://bobbyowsinski.com/mixhandbookAccess my FREE music mixing crash course training: https://www.mixingcrashcourse.comCheck out my best-selling books: https://bobbyowsinski.com/best-selling-books/ Discover more mixing courses: https://www.bobbyowsinskicourses.com/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobbyOwsinskiBiz/Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyo/Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bobbyowsinski/Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bobbyowsinski.bsky.social--In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers. 

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• Episode 565 - LA Studio Bassist Paul ILL

  My guest today is is one of my oldest and dearest friends – Los Angeles studio bass player Paul ILL.I’ve known Paul for such a long time that I sometimes forget what a heavyweight musician he is, as he’s played with a wide variety of great artists both in the studio and on the road. This includes superstars like Tina Turner, Pink, Gwen Stefani and Alicia Keys, to legends Bob Weir, Mike Love and producers Michael Lloyd and Linda Perry, among a long list too vast to mention.During the interview we spoke about:how his gear has evolved over the last few years, his journey as a mental health professional and his work with musicians through Music Careswhat it’s like playing with a full orchestrahow the studio scene has changed in Los Angeleshow he brings more to the table than just expert bass playing, and much more.I spoke with Paul from his studio in Los AngelesTimestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction to Mental Health and Music00:00:19 - Guest Introduction: Paul Ill00:00:30 - Paul's Musical Background00:01:01 - Gear Evolution Over Seven Years00:01:21 - Gearaholics Anonymous00:02:13 - Gear from 201800:03:06 - Current Gear and Setup00:04:33 - Amplification Changes00:05:33 - Quad Cortex and Its Impact00:09:06 - Playing with Orchestras00:10:37 - Reading Music and Preparation00:11:13 - Using the Quad Cortex in Live Settings00:12:05 - Direct Box Preferences00:15:15 - Physical Ailments of Musicians00:20:00 - Generational Changes in Musicians' Health00:21:03 - Session Work Changes Over Time00:22:08 - Remote Session Dynamics00:24:06 - Producer Expectations in Sessions00:27:32 - Collaborative Technology in Music00:28:16 - Experiences with Bill Ward00:30:00 - The Importance of Tone and Gear00:31:29 - Misunderstood Musicians: Songwriting00:33:07 - Upcoming Solo Album00:34:38 - Multi-Instrumentalist Approach00:35:29 - Mental Health Professional Side Hustle00:36:37 - Conclusion and Future PlanAdditional Resources:Learn more about Paul ILL at: https://www.instagram.com/paulillmusic, https://www.facebook.com/paulill,–Get fantastic mixing tips from the best selling Mixing Engineer’s Handbook: https://bobbyowsinski.com/mixhandbookAccess my FREE music mixing crash course training: https://www.mixingcrashcourse.comCheck out my best-selling books: https://bobbyowsinski.com/best-selling-books/ Discover more mixing courses: https://www.bobbyowsinskicourses.com/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobbyOwsinskiBiz/Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyo/Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bobbyowsinski/Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bobbyowsinski.bsky.social--In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers. 

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