About Our Podcast
Sound Discussion began as an idea in a Nashville bar in March of 2023. We ultimately recorded our first episode in December 2023 and we haven't looked back.
We hope that you find our conversational style informing, entertaining, and as comfortable as friends sitting around a table talking about music and audio.


Ben Holmes
Ben is a dummer and a mastering engineer. He has done work in Abbey Road, Air Studios London, and others.
https://benholmesmastering.com
ben@sounddiscussionpodcast.com

Neil Merchant
Neil performs regularly in his 90's cover band, "Hold A Grunge", in and around the greater Tampa area.
https://www.facebook.com/holdagrunge
neil@sounddiscussionpodcast.com

Nate Kelmes
Nate is a mixer and producer located in Cleveland Ohio.
In his spare time he likes to build and repair audio gear.
https://www.natekelmes.com
nate@sounddiscussionpodcast.com
Recent Episodes
Discussing Midi, Production and EDM with Bob Ellis
Welcome back to Episode 13 of Sound Discussion! This month, we kick off Season 2 with a fascinating conversation featuring Bob Ellis, an ex-RAF pilot turned synthesist and EDM maestro. Bob's journey from the skies to the studio is as intricate as his music, which is renowned for its depth and ...
Let’s Talk Tape with Jake Fader
Welcome back to Episode 12 of Sound Discussion! This month, we're diving deep into the world of tape machines with our fascinating guest, Jake Fader. Jake is a renowned producer and composer, known for his work on Grammy-nominated and Emmy-winning projects. As the founder of Other Animal, a music p...
Life as a Composer with Joanna Karselis
Welcome back to Episode 11 of Sound Discussion! We are back for another chat with a really interesting guest this month. Jo Karelis is a massively talented musician who composes for film, TV, games, podcasts, plays and also releases her own music. Jo can often be found out and about with her hand h...
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Exceptional content!
These episodes just continue to amaze me, and really serve to expand my thoughts on how I approach my music. So much great content that is truly thought provoking, educational, and entertaining, all at the same time. Thanks guys for the effort you are putting into this! I know that I personally benefit from this and...
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Thank you guys, really enjoyed the podcast. I am encouraged after hearing that you all have similar misgivings about your talents and have given it a name: Imposter Syndrome. I am 72 and am currently going thru Home Studio Corner recording, mixing and mastering, along with a guitar course, (Guitar Mastery Method) I can...
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I just found out about this podcast through Joe Gilder. Enjoyed the first podcast immensely. I’m looking forward to future episodes and keep the information flowing gentlemen!