Popular Post BryceG Posted May 19 Popular Post Posted May 19 (edited) I was on a work placement in a South West London recording studio for most of Christmas 1998 and first half term of 1999, and had the pleasure of working on sound mixing for a few album tracks on Texas's 1999 album 'The Hush'. "Summer Son" was one of them, we did more than just mix, we brought in session producers and I had to set up that session. I also cleaned up a lot of the demo, which wasn't quite as dancey if I recall correctly. No bells! Worth it. The song like immediately clicked with fans and radio, and I remember getting a letter (in the post lol) that BBC Radio were going to debut it as a single and promotional song exactly 25 years ago, during the official charts show. It was an unplanned single that's since become one of Texas's signature hits, and I got to milk my tiny little role and find myself working on Kylie and Robbie Williams that summer too. Edit: Thank you all for the love! For those that asked, I worked on the next two Texas releases, Kylie's Light Years and Fever, and Robbie's Sing When You're Winning. Edited May 19 by BryceG 35
Bends Posted May 19 Posted May 19 @BryceG This was my favorite song when I was like 5 years old. It was a huge hit in my country and I still remember the bell progression of the instrumental. Great work! 2 1
Dante Silva Posted May 19 Posted May 19 (edited) I liked this song and have memories attached to its parent album (and predecessor "White on Blonde"). I was surprised when during the promo of "Summer Son" that Abba were mentioned as a reference point. Edited May 19 by Dante Silva 1
ithinkheknowsoutsold Posted May 19 Posted May 19 23 minutes ago, BryceG said: I was on a work placement in a South West London recording studio for most of Christmas 1998 and first half term of 1999, and had the pleasure of working on sound mixing a few album tracks on Texas's 1999 album 'The Hush'. "Summer Son" was one of them, we did more than just mix, with brought in some session producers and I had to set up that session. I also cleaned up a lot of the demo, which wasn't quite as danced if I recall correctly. How did this situation come about? Was it happenstance or did you actively work for it? 24 minutes ago, BryceG said: It was an unplanned single that's since become one of Texas's signature hits, and I got to milk my tiny little role and find myself working on Kylie and Robbie Williams that summer too. What Kylie song did you work on?
Erreur2 La Nature Posted May 19 Posted May 19 Did not know the song. What other songs have you worked on ?
Daddy Posted May 19 Posted May 19 Uff, I immediately heard the bells of the production playing in my mind. A true classic! 2
getBusy Posted May 19 Posted May 19 39 minutes ago, BryceG said: I was on a work placement in a South West London recording studio for most of Christmas 1998 and first half term of 1999, and had the pleasure of working on sound mixing a few album tracks on Texas's 1999 album 'The Hush'. "Summer Son" was one of them, we did more than just mix, with brought in some session producers and I had to set up that session. I also cleaned up a lot of the demo, which wasn't quite as danced if I recall correctly. Worth it. The song like immediately clicked with fans and radio, and I remember getting a letter (in the post lol) that BBC Radio were going to debut it as a single and promotional song exactly 25 years ago, during the official charts show. It was an unplanned single that's since become one of Texas's signature hits, and I got to milk my tiny little role and find myself working on Kylie and Robbie Williams that summer too. SHUP UP YOU WORKED ON THIS ******* MASTERPIECE????? Chile you're a legend 2 1
tost1 Posted May 19 Posted May 19 Oh this is my go to summer classic. Can you work with Dua next please and thank you 1 1
Princess Aurora Posted May 19 Posted May 19 Interesting. I didn't know there were music producers on ATRL
MALAMENTE Posted May 19 Posted May 19 This song reminds me so much of my childhood and always takes me back. Thank you for contributing to it
BryceG Posted May 19 Author Posted May 19 1 hour ago, ithinkheknowsoutsold said: How did this situation come about? Was it happenstance or did you actively work for it? I worked for free as a teenager. Do coffee runs, roll joints up when asked, arrange all sorts of things - but got rewarded learning how to vocal and sound mix with real artists with real budgets. Got me connections to allow me to open my own recording studio in West London 12 years later. 1 hour ago, ithinkheknowsoutsold said: What Kylie song did you work on? All the Olympic recorded songs on Light Years and Fever. 2
BryceG Posted May 19 Author Posted May 19 2 hours ago, Erreur2 La Nature said: Did not know the song. What other songs have you worked on ? In a sound mixing capacity, mostly UK and European artists that record in West London. Katy Perry is the only major global pop star I've physically met and worked with, via Jaycen Joshua who used to be one of our resident producers/engineers. 1
Misguided Ghost Posted May 19 Posted May 19 Iconic song. I still hear it on the radio till this day and it immediately puts my in such a peaceful mood. Well done!
Harry_ Posted May 19 Posted May 19 wait who r u? do you still receive any royalties or something from this song?
BryceG Posted May 19 Author Posted May 19 7 minutes ago, Harry_ said: wait who r u? do you still receive any royalties or something from this song? No royalties on this or really on any of the work I've done. Sound engineering/mixing is non-creative and paid hourly or salary.
punisher Posted May 19 Posted May 19 2 hours ago, BryceG said: I worked for free as a teenager. Do coffee runs, roll joints up when asked, arrange all sorts of things - but got rewarded learning how to vocal and sound mix with real artists with real budgets. Got me connections to allow me to open my own recording studio in West London 12 years later. All the Olympic recorded songs on Light Years and Fever. congrats! i love hearing success stories from people who worked their way to the top proud of how far you've came
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