#05. From Small Town Welsh Girl to Pro LA Producer with SJAE

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What kind of producer’s repertoire stretches from Rod Stewart to UK Garage? Not everyone can answer that question, but SJAE certainly can. Inside this week’s episode, Isobel talks to the LA based Welsh producer about her career to date, how lockdown has affected her music and her pro production tip - you’re going to love this episode.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
{00:00} Intro
{02:22} Making music during a pandemic
{04:36} How SJAE got started in music
{09:23} Producing her first professional record
{13:00} Overcoming ‘Imposter Syndrome’ and self-doubt
{20:08} Making mistakes and moving on
{25:27} Trusting your instinct
{28:04} Life in LA
{33:46} Working with Rod Stewart
{42:13} Transitioning into composing and producing for TV & Film
{46:00} Top 3 tips for getting started in recording and production

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Links to the equipment mentioned in this episode:
Waves CLA Vocals Plugin >>

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