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If you need a soundtrack that captures the quiet hum of electricity in a room, then Death Cab for Cutie’s (@deathcabforcutie ) newly announced album, I Built You A Tower, is the record you need to be stoked about. I had the privilege of engineering on the track “Trap Door” during their session at Studio Litho. Having previously worked on their 2022 album Asphalt Meadows, getting back behind the glass with them was an incredible experience-there’s a specific energy this band brings to a room that is absolute joy to record! Keep an eye out for the release June 5 on ANTI- (@antirecords ) and catch the full tour dates at: athcabforcutie.com #deathcabforcutie #ibuiltyouatower #studiolitho #seattlemusic #audioengineer

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1 month ago

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Looking for a soundtrack that sounds like it’s firing on all cylinders in front of a packed house? Look no further! The phenomenal Viagra Boys (@viagraboys ), hailing from Stockholm, Sweden, recently stopped by the KEXP Gathering Space to deliver an absolutely unhinged, rowdy live session. Dance moves and crowd surfing were just part of the chaotic magic that unfolded! I had the pleasure of being one of the engineers on the recording team and was solely responsible for the mix of this rockin’ set. What a wild ride! Huge shoutout to Troy Nelson (@troynelllson ), who hosted this session that absolutely rips! Watch the full session to witness the organized mayhem on the @KEXP YouTube Channel! Snag a copy of their latest record, “viagr aboys”, off of Shrimptech Enterprises and check out tour dates at . 📸: @iamcarloscruz #ViagraBoys #ShrimptechEnterprises #KEXP #LiveMusic #MusicDiscovery #AudioEngineer

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5 months ago

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If you need a soundtrack reminiscent of the glory days of 90s alt-rock–where the riffs were gutsy and the bands were untamed–then James and the Cold Gun’s (@andthecoldgun ) latest album, “Face In The Mirror”, is the record you need to be spinning. Since its release earlier this year on the legendary Loosegroove Records (@loosegrooverecords ), the band has had an explosive run: they’ve played massive UK festivals, toured multiple continents, and are currently on a US Tour until the end of the year! (Yes, they even soundtracked a UK Taco Bell commercial!) I had the privilege of working as an engineer on the Studio Litho (@thee_studio_litho ) sessions for this album, and I loved being a part of bringing this massive, powerful sound to life! If you need a shot of pure rock & roll adrenaline today, give it a listen. Better yet, go experience that infectious energy live! Check out the album and full tour dates at: #JamesAndTheColdGun #LoosegrooveRecords #OnTour #MusicDiscovery #AudioEngineer #StudioLife

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6 months ago

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Looking for a soundtrack that will melt your speakers and give you an instant adrenaline shot? This masterclass in tension and release is what you need! The latest KEXP session featuring Die Spitz (@diespitz ) from Austin, TX just dropped and it’s hosted by the incredible Cheryl Waters (@djcherylwaters )! I was one of the engineers on the session, and you could feel the sheer power of every chord through the mixing board. They didn’t just play; they took the studio to its absolute limit, literally rattling the walls with a performance that was somehow both utterly unhinged and impossibly tight. This session absolutely rips! Tune in and feel the rumble. Watch the full session on the @KEXP YouTube Channel! Snag a copy of their debut record, “Something To Consume”, off of Third Man Records (@thirdmanrecords ) and check out tour dates at . 📸: @iamcarloscruz #DieSpitz #KEXP #LiveMusic #MusicDiscovery #AudioEngineer

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6 months ago

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Do you need a soundtrack that pulls you into a world of abstract art? With flavors of jazz, folk, and experimental sounds swirling together– Black Country, New Road (@blackcountrynewroad ) is the answer. I had the privilege of engineering this unforgettable session, hosted by Troy Nelson (@troynelllson ). The studio was packed with listeners and you could truly feel the magic as it went live on the radio. Watch the full session on the @KEXP YouTube Channel! Get their latest record, “Forever Howlong”, and check out tour dates at . 📸: @melissaxdeaunphoto #KEXP #blackcountrynewroad #bcnr #LiveMusic #AudioEngineer

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6 months ago

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If you need a soundtrack to guide you to the outer boundaries of jazz through bold, distinctive musical alchemy, the powerhouse sound of Grammy Award-winning pianist @hiromimusic and her magnetic band, Hiromi’s Sonicwonder, is your destination. I am honored to have engineered and mixed this electrifying session, hosted by the soulful Noel Brass Jr. (@lovestuntman ). Catch the whole performance now on the @KEXP YouTube Channel! Grab a copy of their latest record, “Out There”, and find tour dates at 📸: @iamcarloscruz #Hiromi #Sonicwonder #KEXP #LiveMusic #MusicDiscovery #AudioEngineer

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6 months ago

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If you need a soundtrack that feels like a vivid, colorful tapestry woven from pure sound and soul, then you should get hip with Brittany Davis’(@brittanydavismusic ) phenomenal album, “Black Thunder”, produced by Josh Evans and co-engineered by me. We captured magic over 48 hours—it was a fully improvised, raw, and electrifying journey into spiritual jazz and funk. Brittany is a vessel of sound, and the energy in that session is something I’ll never forget. With rave reviews from the New York Times, Spin, VICE, and Paste Magazine, you know it’ll be rad! Go hear the results of that lightning in a bottle and turn this one UP! 🔊 Link in bio to stream Black Thunder! #BrittanyDavis #LoosegrooveRecords #SeattleMusicScene #NewMusic #StudioLife #AudioEngineer

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7 months ago

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If you need a soundtrack to transport you to a sunset desert highway, the cinematic instrumental western guitar interplay between @HermanosGutierrez is your ticket. I'm honored to have engineered and mixed this session, hosted by the fantastic @albinacabrera . Catch the whole performance now on the @KEXP YouTube Channel! Snag their latest record, "Sonido Cósmico" out on @easyeyesound , and find tour dates at www.hermanosgutierrez.ch. 📸: @iamcarloscruz #HermanosGutierrez #KEXP #LiveMusic #MusicDiscovery #AudioEngineer

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7 months ago

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The recently released Japanese Breakfast @KEXP session is out, and it's a beaut! If you need a dose of dreamy, vibrant indie rock, go check out @Jbrekkie delivering an incredible performance in the KEXP Live Room. I'm thrilled to have engineered and mixed this session, hosted by the amazing @djcherylwaters . Catch the whole performance on the KEXP YouTube Channel! Check out www.japanesebreakfast.rocks for tour dates and grab a copy of the latest record, “For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women)”. #JapaneseBreakfast #KEXP #LiveMusic #MusicDiscovery #AudioEngineer 📸: @iamcarloscruz

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7 months ago

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📸: @iamcarloscruz Released at the beginning of 2025, @englishteacherband from Leeds UK, played an incredible performance in the @kexp Live Room. The session was hosted by @djcherylwaters . I engineered and mixed the session. The session is available on the KEXP YouTube Channel. Check out their amazing debut record, "This Could Be Texas" and grab a copy at #flashbackfriday #englishteacherband #liveonkexp #youtube #seattle

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1 year ago

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📸 : @leahfoxtrot Hailing from New Delhi, India @petercatrecordingco stopped by the @kexp Live Room on their current Tour of the Americas run of shows to perform various songs from their discography. The session was hosted by @lmizelljr . I engineered and mixed the session. You can find the whole performance on the KEXP YouTube Channel. Find out when the band will be in your city next by visiting www.pcrc.in #petercatrecordingco #liveonkexp #youtube #seattle #audioengineer #studiolife

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1 year ago

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📸: @iamcarloscruz Hailing from New York City, @suss_band have elegantly composed their own style of ambient country and performed a beautiful set of songs from their extensive discography at the @kexp Live Room. The session was hosted by DJ Alex Ruder. I engineered and mixed the session. You can find the whole performance on the KEXP YouTube Channel. #sussband #liveonkexp #youtube #seattle #audioengineer #studiolife

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1 year ago

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