audio engineering - Mark Slater

Alika and Quinto Sol Ignite Los Angeles with New Live Album

An electrifying fusion of Latin hip-hop and roots-reggae, the live album of Alika and Quinto Sol, recorded at Whisky a Go Go.

January 5, 2024

By Mark Slater audio engineering, live performance, music, music production, popular music

Composing Music Reflection

Mobile Music Composition

I finally got around to setting up a small composing station in the downstairs living room. It's cold in Tokyo, and my wife and I were both working in separate…

December 27, 2022

By Mark Slater audio engineering, DAW, music

Music Audio Engineering Composing Education Filmmaking Reflection

Scoring Success: A Guide to Starting a Career in Film Music Composition

Building a career in film music isn't just about composing the perfect score, but navigating a path that intertwines creativity with commercial viability.

December 24, 2022

By Mark Slater Abbey Road, audio engineering, music, music composition, music production