Behind the Mix of Backline 5's "Circles" | Recording, Mixing & Studio Stories

Behind the Mix of Backline 5's "Circles" | Recording, Mixing & Studio Stories

Go behind the scenes of Backline 5's new single, "Circles," on this special live episode of The Union Street Podcast!Join Luke O'Neill and David, the producer and mix engineer behind the record, as they break down the entire creative process—from pre-production and recording to editing, mixing, and mastering. Hear exclusive studio stories, learn what it really takes to produce a professional recording, and discover the decisions that shaped the final song.We'll also cover:🇺🇸 America 250 updates and new Union Street Arts merchandise🎸 Our brand-new online Band Rehearsal Booking Portal🎆 Marion's Fourth of July weekend events, including tonight's drone show and ballpark festivities📻 Plus, don't miss Backline 5 on the radio from 4–5 PM today!Whether you're a musician, music fan, audio engineer, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes in the studio, this episode is for you.🎧 Stream "Circles" wherever you listen to music.🎙️ Learn more about Union Street Arts: https://unionstreetarts.com🎸 Book your next rehearsal or recording session today!#UnionStreetArts #Backline5 #Circles #Podcast #MusicProduction #RecordingStudio #BehindTheMix #MarionIL #SouthernIllinois #America250 #LivePodcast #SupportLocalMusicUNION STREET ARTS: https://www.unionstreetarts.com/shop

Behind the Mix of Backline 5's "Circles" | Recording, Mixing & Studio Stories

Go behind the scenes of Backline 5's new single, "Circles," on this special live episode of The Union Street Podcast! Join Luke O'Neill and David, the producer and mix engineer behind the record, as they break down the entire creative process—from pre-production and recording to editing, mixing, and mastering. Hear exclusive studio stories, learn what it really takes to produce a professional recording, and discover the decisions that shaped the final song. We'll also cover: 🇺🇸 America 250 updates and new Union Street Arts merchandise 🎸 Our brand-new online Band Rehearsal Booking Portal 🎆 Marion's Fourth of July weekend events, including tonight's drone show and ballpark festivities 📻 Plus, don't miss Backline 5 on the radio from 4–5 PM today! Whether you're a musician, music fan, audio engineer, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes in the studio, this episode is for you. 🎧 Stream "Circles" wherever you listen to music. 🎙️ Learn more about Union Street Arts: https://unionstreetarts.com 🎸 Book your next rehearsal or recording session today! #UnionStreetArts #Backline5 #Circles #Podcast #MusicProduction #RecordingStudio #BehindTheMix #MarionIL #SouthernIllinois #America250 #LivePodcast #SupportLocalMusic

The Sound of Southern Illinois: Backline Five's Journey | Union Street Podcast

Union Street Podcast: Backline Five on “The Sound,” Southern Illinois Shows, and Upcoming SinglesThe Union Street Podcast features Backline Five members John Shadowins and lead singer Edwin Linson discussing their debut single “The Sound,” released June 5 and unexpectedly gaining more streams in Romania than the U.S. They describe Backline Five as a two-year-old five-piece built for big-stage entertainment rather than typical bar covers, blending rock and soul with some funk and country touches, and explain how the band formed, added members, and landed festival stages like the Du Quoin State Fair, Herron Fest, and Old King Cole. Edwin shares writing “The Sound” quickly from a chord progression, while John details learning to groove at 155+ BPM in the studio. They outline releases 30 days apart: “Circles” July 1, “Burnin’ Daylight” August 3, and “Here and Now” before Labor Day, plus plans to record more songs, a Union Street-themed EP, a community-driven music video, and show dates including Goreville Freedom Fest and Marion Elks July 4–5.00:00 Podcast Intro and Guests04:55 Single Release and Romania Buzz05:56 Who Is Backline Five07:17 Finding the Right Lineup12:36 Big Stages and Original Songs14:59 Defining the Bands Sound18:34 Crowd Favorites and Video Idea23:06 Writing and Recording The Sound29:21 Reactions and Release Strategy32:44 Dream Venues and Next Single36:05 Circles Origin and Studio Wins42:11 EP Rollout and Union Street Arts44:48 Rehearsal Space Perks45:22 Recording Where You Rehearse45:54 Stage Setup And Cues47:19 Scene Shoutouts Apocalypstick48:55 Rehearsal Strategy And Scheduling51:17 Crowd Reading And Set Flow52:13 Mashups Funk And Rock54:43 Band Chemistry And Gear56:43 Local Studio Value And Art01:00:01 Producer Ideas And Vocal Tag01:02:04 Favorites And Signature Closer01:03:47 What The Scene Needs Next01:06:38 Best Venues And Festivals01:11:27 Current Listening And Influences01:13:53 Dream Openers And Big Goals01:16:45 Next Step And Closing Promo

🎙️ UNION STREET PODCAST LIVE

Join us live from Union Street Arts as we talk about the new single, the recording process, behind-the-scenes stories from the studio, and spin the track live.📍 LIVE at Union Street Arts🎧 “The Sound” streaming now everywhere🎥 Podcast + live discussion tonight⚡ Produced & recorded at Union Street ArtsDrop your questions in the comments and tune in live! #Backline5 [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/backline5] #TheSound [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/thesound] #UnionStreetArts [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/unionstreetarts] #SouthernIllinoisMusic [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/southernillinoismusic] #PodcastLive [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcastlive]

Inside Project Human X: Artists Shine in Southern Illinois | Union Street Podcast

In a Facebook livestream from Project HumanX in Carbondale, Illinois, the host interviews artist Marquez Scoggin as supporters vote in the People’s Artist competition, where he moves between second and first place and ultimately finishes first to advance into the Top 20. Scooggin describes PHX’s six-plus years as a community art studio with guided classes and a glow-in-the-dark paint splatter space, plus support for local artists, art shows (including a Chicago showcase), and Language X jewelry and custom shirts. He explains the People’s Artist contest benefits ($25,000, LA exhibition, Art Forum feature) and how to vote daily. Scoggin shares his origin story, including his mother’s cancer inspiring Language X, a 12-color alphabet, and museum exhibition, then demonstrates live pouring-paint technique while discussing school events (300–500 students), upcoming Language X University sessions, Art in the Garden, and future studio plans.00:00 Going Live Setup00:24 Meet Marquez at PHX01:27 Studio Tour Overview02:35 Top 20 Countdown Push04:43 Supporting Local Artists06:23 Language X Jewelry08:07 Custom Shirts Showcase15:22 How Voting Works18:21 Community Support Story21:22 First Place Celebration25:58 What to Expect at PHX30:18 Art Forms Offered34:06 From First Class to Now39:55 Fortune Favors the Brave43:24 Bet on Yourself44:03 Believe Painting Saves PHX46:20 Community Shoutouts and Quotes48:23 Art in the Garden Preview52:23 Competition Next Steps56:46 From 80 to 500 Kids01:02:51 Language X Explained01:05:27 Origin Story and Alphabet01:15:04 First Words Love and Peace01:19:32 Museum Show Email Surprise01:21:54 Three Month Sprint01:23:01 Spray Paint Breakthrough01:24:14 Affirmation Circle Piece01:25:49 Museum Show Count01:26:48 Dream Museum Moment01:31:18 Why Museums Matter01:34:51 Live Art Setup01:36:16 Pour Painting Breakthrough01:37:23 Three Canvases Strategy01:43:25 Grid Lines Tutorial01:45:27 Studio Hours Invite01:49:21 Paint Border Tips01:53:40 Rapper Era and Healing01:57:12 Change Over Controversy02:00:31 Message Planning Collab02:01:59 Color Pouring Begins02:04:32 First Place Gratitude02:05:57 Picking Greens and Pieces02:06:35 Stream Timing Mixup02:10:01 Live Rap and Color Talk02:11:45 Color Psychology Explained02:14:42 Origin and Client Stories02:17:03 Memory Techniques for Words02:21:45 Studio Location and Community02:24:58 Language X University Launch02:28:45 Voting Battle and Supporters02:34:39 Art as Therapy02:38:08 Dreams Can Come True Piece02:40:44 Collabs and Future Plans02:45:52 Summer Events and Kids Art02:49:13 Local Shoutouts and Belief02:50:55 Shout Out 618 Create02:52:10 Defining Union Word02:53:43 Project Humanx Origin02:58:49 PHX Logo Explained03:03:03 Mural Vision Language X03:07:02 Union Street Colors03:12:32 Countdown To Results03:16:23 First Place Celebration03:17:40 Keep Voting Next Round03:24:29 Art Flow And Drying03:28:21 Final Thanks Sign OffUNION STREET ARTS: https://www.unionstreetarts.com/