Howie Weinberg is a master on the mastering process. Worked on – as he stated – between 2,000 to 3,000 records since the early 80’s. From James Brown to U2 and Nirvana to Public Enemy, Glasvegas, and Gorillaz . In fact, Howie received in 1996 a TEC award for “best record production/single-track” for his work on the “Feel Good Inc,” masterpiece. He’s with Masterdisk since 1977.
His recent work with Kasabian was the reason for this quick phone conversation a little while ago. So, let’s read what the Master has to tell us about this record:
On Kasabian’s record:
King_leer (KL):
Who made the call for Kasabian’s new record?
Howie Weinberg (WB):
In fact it was Dan. Dan is the client as well as Sony, the label. We have a very close work relationship. I have a amazing studio set-up and that’s all. We work together for 10 years now in all kind of projects.
(KL):
When you are mastering (i believe) the producer or band members will ear the final result and then close the subject. How did it go with Kasabian’s record ? Who was following the process with you? It was Dan, the band or both? What kind of communication was in place between you and the producer/band?
(WB):
Dan and I knew very well what to do and what the band wanted. Although, the band had a great input, they were very proactive also. We sat down and start promptly the work. We had a very good mix.
On You
(KL):
Can you pick from all your discography the most difficult records you have worked in - technically speaking?
(WB):
Well, this is not a easy one but, here it goes:
Nevermind - Nirvana
Blood Sugar Sex Magik - Red Hot Chili Peppers
Pop – U2
It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back - Public Enemy
Relevant links: http://masterdisk.com/engineers/engineer.php?id=26&page=b
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