Ableton Music Producer Podcast

Chase Dobson shares insights from 15 years as a touring Ableton programmer and synth tech, working with acts like Rüfüs Du Sol, Pretty Lights, Logic, M83, Rihanna, and others. He discusses building fail-safe live setups, studio gear and favorite software, and producing his album. Chase Dobson is a Denver-based musician and engineer with 15 years of experience in the music industry and currently serves as a touring tech for Rüfüs Du Sol. Known for his expertise as an Ableton programmer, synth tech, and playback engineer, Chase also produces and co-produces for industrial artist Curse Mackey, and released his own album, The Mechanics of Time and Travel. He’s a trusted consultant for complex live setups, including building redundant systems for high-pressure shows. Follow Chase Dobson: https://www.instagram.com/chasedobson/ [https://www.instagram.com/chasedobson/] https://youngheavysouls.com/chase-dobson [https://youngheavysouls.com/chase-dobson] SPONSORED BY MAGIC MIND: Magic Mind is a productivity drink. It gives you all the mental clarity and focus you need without the unhealthy effects like other energy products. One shot gives you the perfect combo of nootropics, adaptogens, and functional mushrooms in a high quality drink. Use code ABLETONPODCAST50 for 50% off your Magic Mind subscription: https://www.magicmind.com/abletonpodcast50 [https://www.magicmind.com/abletonpodcast50]  Quickly grow your skills and learn with Abe, the Ableton AI Chatbot: https://www.liveproducersonline.com/ableton-chatbot [https://www.liveproducersonline.com/ableton-chatbot] Join the newsletter to get free Ableton content + early episode access: https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter [https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter]

In this episode, Able Grey shares his approach to production, the challenges/ benefits of running his label Ex Medias, his live setup, AI, and favorite music making tools. Able Grey is a Chicago-based producer, live performer, and DJ known for blending emotive melodies with bass-driven electronic music. He’s the founder of Ex Medias, a collective and label supporting emerging artists, with performances at major venues and festivals like Red Rocks, North Coast, and Beyond Wonderland. Able Grey has supported acts like CloZee, GRiZ, and Apashe, and is set to release his new album "Greymatter" this year. Follow Able Grey Below: https://linktr.ee/ablegrey [https://linktr.ee/ablegrey] Quickly grow your skills and learn with Abe, the Ableton AI Chatbot:  ⁠⁠https://www.liveproducersonline.com/ableton-chatbot⁠⁠ [https://www.liveproducersonline.com/ableton-chatbot] Join the newsletter to get free Ableton content + early episode access:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter⁠⁠ [https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter]

Dan Giffin and Brian Funk talk about new features in Ableton Live 12.2, including browser upgrades, bounce in place, Auto Filter updates, Expressive Chords, etc, and the growing role of AI in music production and education. Watch the video to follow along as they chat about these updates. Brian Funk is a songwriter, producer, and Ableton Certified Trainer from New York.  Brian hosts The Music Production Podcast and teaches music production for Berklee Online. Sounds from Brian’s Ableton Live Packs are used by producers all over the world. He's also the author of The 5-Minute Music Producer: 365 Music-Making Activities, which gives songwriters and producers short activities to overcome writer's block and develop professional workflows. Follow Brian: brianfunk.com [http://brianfunk.com]  YouTube.com/brianfunkmusic [http://YouTube.com/brianfunkmusic]  instagram.com/brianfunkmusic [http://instagram.com/brianfunkmusic]  Soundcloud.com/brianfunk [http://Soundcloud.com/brianfunk] Quickly grow your skills and learn with Abe, the Ableton AI Chatbot:  ⁠https://www.liveproducersonline.com/ableton-chatbot⁠ [https://www.liveproducersonline.com/ableton-chatbot] Join the newsletter to get free Ableton content + early episode access:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter⁠ [https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter]

Rob Late discusses working with major label artists, building a soundproof studio, AI in music production vs. human creativity, building sample packs, and studio ergonomics. Rob is a London-born electronic pop producer and songwriter known for his detailed production breakdowns online. His expertise has led to collaborations with The Chainsmokers, Marshmello, and 5 Seconds of Summer, as well as sponsorships from major music tech brands like Universal Audio and Arturia. Beyond working with top artists, he runs a successful sound design business and operates from a custom-built studio in the English countryside. Recognized as a “producer’s producer,” Rob’s journey from a DIY setup to industry acclaim highlights his dedication and innovation. Follow Rob Below:  https://www.instagram.com/roblate⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/roblate]⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@roblate] https://www.tiktok.com/@roblate⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@roblate]⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/roblate] https://www.youtube.com/roblate⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/roblate] SPONSORED BY BABY AUDIO Baby Audio is known for their unique instrument and effect plugins that emphasize inspiration and creativity, ranging from '80s-inspired lo-fi to modern vocal effects. Their latest release, Transit 2, created with Andrew Huang, simplifies song transitions and multi-effects. Explore Baby Audio's plugins with a free trial and use the code AMP15 for 15% off at the link below: https://link.babyaud.io/abletonpodcast [https://link.babyaud.io/abletonpodcast]  Quickly grow your skills and learn with Abe, the Ableton AI Chatbot:  https://www.liveproducersonline.com/ableton-chatbot [https://www.liveproducersonline.com/ableton-chatbot] Join the newsletter to get free Ableton content + early episode access: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter [https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter]

Jordan shares his journey from DJing to producing music and forming Neil Frances with Mark. He discusses his love for analog gear, the importance of feel in music, and their all-analog live setup for CLUB NF. He also teases upcoming CLUB NF releases and more. Neil Frances, the LA-based duo of Jordan Feller and Marc Gilfry, blends electro-indie rock with dance music. They first gained attention through SoundCloud demos and KCRW support, with their 2017 remake of Music Sounds Better With You amassing over 360M TikTok views and 200M streams. Having played major festivals like Coachella and Bonnaroo, they launched CLUB NF to remix their tracks for high-energy, analog-driven live sets, with VOL. 1 surpassing 640K streams. Follow Below: https://www.neilfrances.com [https://www.neilfrances.com/] https://www.instagram.com/neilfrances [https://www.instagram.com/neilfrances] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_6iT6uG6q3dGZS6em3SNdQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_6iT6uG6q3dGZS6em3SNdQ] SPONSORED BY BABY AUDIO This episode is sponsored by Baby Audio, known for their unique instrument and effect plugins that emphasize inspiration and creativity, ranging from '80s-inspired lo-fi to modern vocal effects. Their latest release, Transit 2, created with Andrew Huang, simplifies song transitions and multi-effects. Explore Baby Audio's plugins with a free trial and use the code AMP15 for 15% off at the link below: https://link.babyaud.io/abletonpodcast [https://link.babyaud.io/abletonpodcast]  Quickly grow your skills and learn with Abe, the Ableton AI Chatbot:  https://www.liveproducersonline.com/ableton-chatbot [https://www.liveproducersonline.com/ableton-chatbot] Join the newsletter to get free Ableton content + early episode access: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter [https://www.liveproducersonline.com/newsletter]