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Mixing Music | Music Production, Audio Engineering, & Music Business

How Mixing Changes Across Genres | The True Value of a Mixer

64 min • 1 april 2025

In this episode of the Mixing Music Podcast, Dee Kei and Lu explore the art and challenge of mixing across different genres while preserving the emotional feel of a track. They dive into how an emotional and intuitive approach complements technical skill, and why flexibility is key when switching between genre conventions. From balancing creative instincts with technical demands to understanding why the human touch still matters in a world of AI-assisted tools, this episode is a deep dive into the mindset and methods that help mixers stay versatile and connected to the music, no matter the style.

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