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THE PRODUCER
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So, WHAT IS A MUSIC PRODUCER? I’ll try to keep it brief. Simply put, the producer acts as the visionary for where the overall sound of the music will go. They overlook the recording, mixing and mastering. Producers are generally musicians, but some are engineers, and some are dj’s. What do I bring to the table? A vast knowledge of gear, analog and digital. You could call me a tone pig but please, no other names. I bring an honest and zen-like approach in vocalizing ideas for the music at hand.
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It is a Sunday night, and from here we can see a band trickle down the stairs of The Dakota Tavern to set up on a stage that is adorned with the skull of a steer on the wall. The basement walls are made of barn board and dusk, little red candles keep quiet vigil on the uneasy tables, and the floorboards maintain last night’s souvenirs of booze, boots, and bedlam. The first of nine Billboard Top 40 hits, including #1 songs Rock Me Gently and Sugar, Sugar, one of Billboard's Greatest Songs of All Time....
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From Toronto Ontario, Canada, DEREK DOWNHAM. Is an accomplished songwriter/producer/multi-instrumentalist that possesses an inspired voice with both power and dexterity. Derek has recorded and played live/toured with many of Canada's finest bands and artists, such as his main band - THE BEAUTIES. Derek hosts a weekly songwriter and jam night every TUESDAY. At AXIS Gallery (3048 Dundas W. in Toronto) and has done so for over 8 years. All nights are well attended, and for good reason.
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4 Heart of stone. 5 Tired fired blues. 6 You wish better for me. 7 Hearts are down. 8 Heaviest of the world. 9 Die Die Die. 10 You and Me. Serena Ryder and the Beauties. Serena Ryder and the Beauties. 3 The Devil Made Me. 4 Better Then the. 5 To Hope For. 9 Once Loved a Man. 1 How did you get this way. 4 Nothing to lose. 7 Longer you leave it. 8 Better off alone again. 9 Toast for the day. 10 Stay for the course. Works Well With Others. 1 Friends of mine. 3 Well on your way. 4 Ten feet tall. 8 Lost at sea.
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Derek Downham - Musician, Producer - Toronto, Ontario
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The Junction Jam hosted by. Axis Gallery and Grill. 3048 Dundas St West. Derek Downham - LIVE. The Harp in Port Credit. 55 Lakeshore Rd East. The Beauties - LIVE.
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Producing The Woody Allens and Young Running. January 21, 2012 - I've been tapped to produce two great bands recently. The Woody Allens I met opening for The Beauties some time ago. Think country/rock with great guy/girl vocals. From London Ontario. Then there's Young Running, a great folk/roots combo from The Junction area of Toronto. Great energy and tasty vibes from these gents. I look forward to finishing these project so you all can hear them! New site coming.I swear! The Beauties: The Film? Novembe...
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