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.
https://www.natekelmes.com
nate@sounddiscussionpodcast.com
Recent Episodes
Gregor Beyerle on Studio One, Workflows, and the Future of DAWs
In this episode, we sit down with Gregor Beyerle, one of the most recognizable faces behind PreSonus Studio One and its Software Product Specialist at Fender / PreSonus. Gregor shares his journey from touring keyboardist and ghostwriter to becoming one of Studio One’s most trusted voices in workflow...
The Sound of Less: Jeremy Steckel’s Minimalist Gear & Workflow
In this episode, Nate, Ben, and Neil sit down with Columbus-based producer Jeremy Steckel, whose journey from touring musician to Emmy-winning producer offers a candid look at the realities of building a creative career. Jeremy shares how playing guitar led him from church bands to being signed with...
The Composer's Quest: Chase Bethea's Journey
💬 Show Notes This month on Sound Discussion, we dive deep into the world of video game music with Chase Bethea, a visionary composer redefining how sound interacts with gameplay. Chase shares his journey from a young music enthusiast to an award-winning composer, discussing the unique challenges an...
Reviews
What the people say about us
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!