2026 01 From Beatmaking to Business: Creative Secrets with "Track Dealer" Milton James

Описание: In this episode, we sit down with Atlanta-based music veteran Milton James (aka Track Dealer) to deconstruct the creative process behind professional music production. Whether you are a church musician looking to enhance your tracks or a producer starting from scratch, Milton reveals his essential tools.

We dive into his workflow using the Akai MPC, ProTools and the Ozone plugin, discussing which effects he uses to track and how to use technology as a catalyst for creativity. More importantly—Milton shares invaluable wisdom on understanding the professional business side to ensure you are protected and your talent actually pays off.

🌟 Featured Guest: Milton James
Specialty: Music Production, Beat Selection, and Sound Design. Known in the industry as "Track Dealer," Milton specializes in bridging the gap between raw musical inspiration and polished, radio-ready masters. His expertise lies in the Akai MPC workflow and the strategic application of processing tools to create a signature sound.

⏳ Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction to Milton James (Track Dealer). 8:30 - The Business of Music. 16:25 - Giving back. 22:00 - Gear Spotlight: Why the Akai MPC? 26:23 - Using DAWs. 30:35 - AI in music.

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