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How To Use Your Superpower (with Nathan Toft)
In this episode of the 52 Cues podcast, Dave Kropf discusses production music challenges with Nathan Toft, a trombonist and winner of the "What's Your Superpower?" Composer Quest. Nathan shares his journey, trombone integration, and genre versatility. They also highlight leveraging unique skills and effective project management.
Is This Festive Christmas Cue Ready for Sync?
Learn about the art of holiday music supervision in our latest podcast episode! Explore the nuances of Christmas composition, from choir sounds to track energy, with Dave Kropf.
Is This Synthwave Cue Ready for Sync?
Is my cue ready for sync? Discover the art of synth wave music as we dissect 'Weekend Warrior' by Jakob Forslund. Unearth the magic of the 'Take on me' drums style and the potential of light side chaining.
Is This Dark Comedy Cue Ready for Sync?
Join me as we check out if a dark dramedy cue from 52 Cues Friend Subscriber Alan Moore, is ready for sync!
Is This Epic Hip-Hop Cue Ready for Sync?
Join me as we check out if an epic orchestral hip-hop cue from 52 Cues Community Member, Karsten Wilck, is ready for sync!
Dramedy Cue Review
Join me as a give feedback on a spy dramedy cue by 52 Cues Neighbor Subscriber, Simon Tong!
Uplifting Piano and Orchestra Cue Review
Join me as a give feedback on an uplifting piano and orchestra cue by 52 Cues community member, Jake Cox!
Sound Design Trailer Cue Review
Join me as I give critique and feedback on a sound design trailer action cue by 52 Cues community member, Topi Jokinen!
Indie Acoustic Cue Review
Join me as I give critique and feedback on an indie acoustic cue by 52 Cues community member, Robert Raede!
Orchestral Sports Cue Review
Join me as I give critique and feedback on an orchestral sports cue by 52 Cues community member, Mike Breidegam!
Emotional Piano and Strings Cue Review
Join me as I give critique and feedback on an emotional piano & strings cue by 52 Cues community member, Reed Gesteland!
Sports Rock Cue Review
Join me as I give critique and feedback on a sports rock cue by 52 Cues community member, Jesse Carrigan!
Americana Hip-Hop Cue Review
Join me as I give critique and feedback on an Americana Tension cue by 52 Cues Family member, Rolf Schild!
Country Hip-Hop Hybrid Cue Review
Join me as I give critique and feedback on a country hip-hop hybrid cue by 52 Cues Community member, Jeff LaPlante!
Indie-Pop Positive Cue Review
Join me as I give critique and feedback on an indie pop positive cue by 52 Cues Community member, Chris Moser.
Kitschy Jazz Cue Review
Join me as I give critique and feedback on a kitschy jazz cue by 52 Cues Community member, Brian Morales.
Featured Composer: Michael Reschke
Michael Reschke is a producer who has been a drummer for over 40 years, and a drum and percussion educator for 16 years.
Featured Composer: Omar Blyde
This track is from Blyde’s album “Orchestral Fantasy.” Have a listen to the track and check out Dave’s feedback!
Featured Composer: Jerome Detotto
A lifelong music lover and musician, Jerome performed in nightclubs with rock cover bands in the 1980s. Though he no longer performs live, he continues to write and record music in his home studio. Jerodet Music was created to market his original compositions to the TV and film industry. His music ranges from quirky pop to EDM to orchestral/synth hybrid, and much in between.
Featured Composer: Kris Claerhout
Kris Claerhout began his "sync" adventure at the beginning of the pandemic, finding great enjoyment in it—and earning a modest income as well. Kris is also a label manager and booking agent.