Producer Points

• Roundtable: The Future of Indie Plugin Design with Purafied & Nudist Audio

  🎧 Roundtable: The Future of Indie Plugin Design with Purafied & Nudist AudioThere’s a new wave of plugin makers changing the landscape of modern music production. From boutique developers to full-fledged software houses, indie creators are building tools that rival the biggest names in the game — and often do it with more innovation, personality, and passion.In this roundtable, Justin sits down with two of the most exciting independent developers shaping that movement:Sam from Purafied Audio — known for forward-thinking mixing and mastering tools used by pros worldwide.Caleb from Nudist Audio — a rising developer pushing creative boundaries with analog-inspired plugins that bring warmth, imperfection, and vibe.🎛️ We explore:How indie plugin companies are competing with giants like Waves and UADThe art and business of pricing plugins fairlyOversampling, sound quality, and performance trade-offsAI’s role in the next wave of music production toolsWhat it takes to turn a coding idea into a creative tool musicians love💡 Plus: behind-the-scenes stories of what it’s really like building a plugin company from scratch — from sound design to customer feedback to surviving as a small business.🔗 Follow & Listen:Purafied Audio: Website | @purafiedaudioNudist Audio: Website | @nudist_audioJustin Gammella: @justin_gammellaProducer Points: @producer_pointsTikTok: @producer.points🎧 Producer Points Playlist: Spotify🎙️ Full Episodes: Spotify | Apple Podcasts

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• Jon Buscema on Building Devon Again’s Sound & Chasing What Inspires Him

  🎧 Jon Buscema on Building Devon Again’s Sound & Chasing What Inspires HimIn this episode of Producer Points, Justin sits down with Jon Buscema — a producer and songwriter whose sharp instincts and trend-leading style have helped shape the next wave of alt-pop. From his early days fronting KNGDAVD to now producing for Devon Again, UPSAHL, King Mala, Emei, and more, Jon has built a reputation for bold, left-of-center productions that push boundaries while staying rooted in taste.🎶 Song deep dives:“Deep” by Devon Again — intimate yet playful production, acoustic guitar layering, vocal treatment, and ear-candy choices that define her sound“Cherry Cola” by Devon Again — groove, quirky sound design, guitar tones, and how he built the track’s playful punch🎛️ We explore:How Jon transitioned from frontman to full-time producerBuilding creative trust with artists like Devon Again & UPSAHLGear talk: guitars, drum sounds, and go-to pluginsWhy chasing inspiration (not trends) has fueled his career growthAdvice for producers on trusting taste and taking creative risks🔗 Follow & Listen:Jon Buscema: @jonbuscemaJustin Gammella: @justin_gammellaProducer Points: @producer_pointsTikTok: @producer.points🎧 Producer Points Playlist: Spotify🎙️ Full Episodes: Spotify | Apple Podcasts

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• Gavin Chops on Live Drumming, Love Language & Running Pack Records

  🎧 Gavin Chops on Live Drumming, Love Language & Running Pack RecordsIn this episode of Producer Points, Justin sits down with Gavin Chops — a drummer, DJ, artist, and entrepreneur whose versatility has made him one of the most dynamic forces in today’s music scene. From touring as a live drummer to DJing clubs, co-founding Pack Records & Pack Publishing, and launching the artist project Love Language, Gavin has built a career that bridges performance, artistry, and business.He’s also currently leading Artist Relations at Vault.fm, a fast-rising music tech startup building new opportunities for creators.🎶 Song deep dive:“Midnight” by Love Language ft. Holiday87 & JONES — the collaboration, production layers, and sonic choices that shaped the track🎛️ We explore:Gavin’s journey from live drumming to DJing to artist/producerBuilding Pack Records & Pack Publishing from the ground upThe evolution of Love Language and its collaborationsGear favorites: Moog Subsequent 37, Fender Jaguar, Strymon Timeline & moreWhy versatility is key to building a lasting career in music🔗 Follow & Listen:Gavin Chops: @gavinchopsLove Language: @lovelanguage.musicPack Records: @pack.recsVault.fm: @vaultdotfmJustin Gammella: @justin_gammellaProducer Points: @producer_pointsTikTok: @producer.points🎧 Producer Points Playlist: Spotify🎙️ Full Episodes: Spotify | Apple Podcasts

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• How Andrew J. Gomez Made Guitars Slam for Knox & Drums Smack for John Harvie

  🎧 How Andrew J. Gomez Made Guitars Slam for Knox & Drums Smack for John HarvieIn this episode of Producer Points, Justin sits down with Andrew J. Gomez — a producer, songwriter, and member of the band LOYALS whose work has been shaping the sound of modern alt-pop and rock. From gritty guitars to punchy drums, Andrew’s productions bring edge and immediacy to every record. His credits include Knox, John Harvie, Games We Play, girlfriends, Caroline Romano, Spencer Jordan, and more.🎶 Song deep dives:“Bleach (On The Rocks)” by John Harvie — raw vocal grit, dynamic guitar tones, and blending real drums with trap elements“Lost Cause” by John Harvie — pocket-driven grooves, sonic shifts, and balancing emotion with big production moves🎛️ We explore:How Andrew adapts his production to different artist identitiesGuitar layering, tones, and the art of making them slamDrum programming and mixing choices that cut throughGear and plugins from Neural DSP to Chase Bliss pedalsThe balance between producer life and band life with LOYALS🔗 Follow & Listen:Andrew J. Gomez: LinkJustin Gammella: @justin_gammellaProducer Points: @producer_pointsTikTok: @producer.points🎧 Producer Points Playlist: Spotify🎙️ Full Episodes: Spotify | Apple Podcasts

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• Roundtable: The Sync Episode!

  The Sync Episode! — Producer Points Roundtable on Licensing for Film, TV & AdsSync licensing has become one of the most powerful ways for artists, songwriters, and producers to get their music heard. A single placement on a hit show, movie trailer, or national ad campaign can change a career overnight — but breaking into that world isn’t easy.In this roundtable, Justin brings together three guests with deep experience in sync to break down how it really works:Lowen (Emily Kopp) ( @earthtolowen ) — artist, songwriter, and producer with placements on HBO, Disney, and HuluJeremy Silver ( @iamjeremysilver ) — songwriter/producer with cuts for Christina Aguilera, Michael Bublé, and a long track record of major syncsDaniel Dávila ( @itsdanieldavila ) — Grammy-nominated engineer, producer, and songwriter with credits for TXT, Katy Perry, and Robert Glasper, plus extensive sync work for TV and brands🎛️ We explore:How to read a sync brief (and know when not to send)Building connections with music supervisors, publishers, and agenciesThe business side — splits, fees, and red flags in contractsBalancing sync writing with artist identityTrends in sync placements for 2025 and beyond💡 Plus: listener questions on pitching, catalog strategy, and what makes music truly sync-friendly.🔗 Follow & Listen:Justin Gammella: @justin_gammellaProducer Points: @producer_pointsTikTok: @producer.points🎧 Producer Points Playlist: Spotify🎙️ Full Episodes: Spotify | Apple Podcasts

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