Most definetely the skills are intertwined. I have no doubt I can do an decent mix of anything I track, I've done it enough. However I would never be so arrogant as to think that there aren't a whole lot of folks out there that could do it better, and just as important, different than I would do it. Everybody brings their own unique flavor and style to the table wnd I think thats what really makes the art happen.
When I said I was finding my niche tracking, I meant it is the part of the process I enjoy the most. I like the challenge of setting it all up, fleshing it out and going for a "push" mix that sounds sweet as hell with the faders sitting idle and the eq's sitting flat. That's the point when you know you have a good recording.
This next project is very special to me from the standpoint that it doesn't have anything to do with money or any other rewards to me. The guys I will be working with are my very best friends and some hella talented mofos. I want to wring every bit of what we can out of what we have to work with on this one,to "kick it up a notch". And most importantly, have a good time making music with my friends.
