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Production Stories
The First Mix vs. the Finished Mix: Knowing When to Leave It Alone
Some tracks capture a moment. Others need time. The real skill is knowing when to stop – and when to keep listening.
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 273 min read
The Rhythm Patterns That Changed Everything for Me (and How They Can Change Your Tracks Too)
How discovering real rhythm patterns–from Disco to Blues–transformed my approach to electronic music and opened a new world of groove.
Leiam Sullivan
Nov 19, 20253 min read
Sampling: Punk With a Sampler
Sampling was punk rebellion: ripping up forgotten records, reshaping them for the dancefloor, and sparking cultures that still thrive today.
Leiam Sullivan
Sep 20, 20253 min read
Owning Your Music: When to Hold On–and When to Sign
Own your music, protect your rights. Learn the truth about record deals and the best way to balance independence with label support.
Leiam Sullivan
Aug 5, 20252 min read
House Music Mixing Lessons from Chicago: How a 1996 Trip Changed My Sound Forever
Chicago 1996. Tape. Desks. The moment I realised house music mixing was part of the art—not just the process.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 29, 20253 min read
The Secrets to a Great Sounding Track: How Far Do You Really Need to Go?
Forget the rules—great tracks are about feel. From Homework to hard drives, how far do you really need to go?
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 22, 20253 min read
Do All DAWs Sound the Same? The Truth Behind DAW Sound Differences
Do all DAWs sound the same? Technically yes, but the feel tells a different story. Here’s how each DAW shaped my music over the years.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 19, 20254 min read
Why Signing Up to Plugin Companies Saved Me Thousands on Pro Plugins
How I saved thousands on plugins by signing up to mailing lists, using subscriptions, and timing deals like a pro.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 16, 20252 min read
5 Mix Engineers Every Producer Should Study (And Why)
From club mixes to pro insights—these 5 engineers helped shape my sound and belief in what’s possible. A dedication to the masters.
Leiam Sullivan
Apr 8, 20253 min read
Keep Going: Why Perseverance in Music Production Pays Off
Keep going. Even 10 hours on one section can be worth it. The breakthrough often comes right after you think it’s not working.
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 26, 20252 min read
It’s 2026, and I’m Still Freezing Tracks in Logic Pro
It’s 2026, my M2 Max is 40x faster than my old G4, yet I’m still freezing tracks in Logic Pro. Will we ever have true unlimited power?
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 19, 20252 min read
Finding Your Sound: The Mr Pink Formula for Music Production Success
Finding your sound in music production means consistency, speed, and identity. Here’s how to define yours – and make it unmistakable.
Leiam Sullivan
Mar 12, 20253 min read
HY-RPE2 Euclidean Sequencer (and My Free Euclidean Poly-Kit): Unlocking Rhythmic Flow in Electronic Music
Euclidean sequencing adds natural movement to rhythms. HY-RPE2 brings that modular feel in the box, creating dynamic, evolving grooves.
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 22, 20254 min read
Akai S-Series Sample Libraries (S1000/S3000) – Capture the 90s Sound in 2026
Discover how Akai S-Series samplers shaped 90s House & Techno with iconic sounds still in demand today. Find out where to get them!
Leiam Sullivan
Feb 8, 20253 min read
The Journey of a Track: How ‘The Iron Hamma’ Found Its Way to the Hacienda and Beyond
In ’93, I made a track in my bedroom. Months later, it shook The Hacienda. Music takes you places you never expect—trust the process.
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 28, 20254 min read
Bettermaker Passive Eq
The Timeless Appeal of the Pultec EQ: A Personal Journey My fascination with the Pultec EQ began in 2006 when I first learned about its...
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 27, 20253 min read
Big Sky was gone. The vibe was broken. Then UAD Pure Plate stepped in.
Lost my reverb. Lost the vibe. Then a free plugin showed up—and saved the mix. UAD Pure Plate to the rescue.
Leiam Sullivan
Jan 26, 20253 min read
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