Creating Record Breaking Mixes with Koen Heldens | Mixing Techniques, Collaboration, and Success

In this episode of the Mixing Music Podcast, Dee Kei sits down with Grammy-nominated and world-record-breaking mixer Koen Heldens to explore the creative and technical processes behind some of the biggest hits in music. Koen shares his experiences working with XXXTENTACION to break a Guinness World Record, along with the importance of fostering a positive and collaborative environment in the studio. They delve into his unique workflow, including the 80/20 rule for listening and doing, and discuss the importance of taking breaks to maintain ear health and clarity. Koen also offers insights into providing excellent service, building long-lasting relationships, and the journey that took him from the Netherlands to working on diamond-certified records. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with practical tips and creative wisdom from one of the industry's top mixers.BABYAUDIO 15%OFF CODE: MIXINGMUSICSUBSCRIBE FOR 3X THE EPISODESDOWNLOAD FREE STUFFFOLLOW DEE KEI ON TWITCH!Join the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Discord!HIRE DEE KEIHIRE LUFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @MasteredbyLuTwitter: @DeeKeiMixes @MasteredbyLuCHECK OUT OUR OTHER RESOURCESJoin the ‘Mixing Music Podcast’ Group:Discord & FacebookThe Mixing Music Podcast is sponsored by Tegeler Izotope, Antares (Auto Tune), Plugin Boutique, Lauten Audio, Spreaker, Filepass, & CanvaThe Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei and Lu are both professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like 6arelyhuman, Odetari, Natalie Jane, Keyshia Cole, Trey Songz, Smokepurrp, Benny the Butcher, Sueco the Child, Ari Lennox, G-Eazy, Lucky Daye, DDG, Lil Xan, Masego, $NOT, Kanye West, Symba, Bludnymph, charlieonnafriday, Blackway, Atlantic Records, Dreamville, BET, Universal Music, Interscope Records, etc.This video podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at [email protected] this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy