Nevin Sastry on Producing “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” & Turning Down Med School for Music
In this episode of Producer Points, Justin sits down with producer and songwriter Nevin Sastry — the creative force behind Shaboozey’s chart-dominating “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”, as well as tracks with JoJo, Noah Cyrus, phem, Upsahl, and more. With a background that spans classical guitar, medical school, and genre-bending production, Nevin brings a rare combination of discipline and intuition to the studio.
🎧 We dive into “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” — from reimagining J-Kwon’s classic into a country anthem to co-producing the viral hit with Sean Cook and building a vocal chain that cuts through any mix.
🎸 He breaks down his approach to acoustic tone, crowd layering, whistle tracking, and why the simplest parts often hit the hardest when they’re recorded with care.
🎚️ Production talk from “Winning Streak” and Lady Wrangler — how he crafted Shaboozey’s debut album sound, created cinematic moments with minimal ingredients, and found his signature guitar tone.
🔌 A deep “Plug or Unplug” segment covering Omnisphere, Superior Drummer 3, CLA Vocals, Kramer Tape, Guitar Rig, and more — plus, why trusting your gut matters more than your gear.
Nevin’s story is equal parts risk and reward — and a must-listen for anyone chasing longevity in today’s fast-moving music landscape.