Producer Points

• 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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• Unlike Pluto on “Everything Black,” Finding His Voice & Releasing 11 Albums Since 2019

  🎧 Unlike Pluto on “Everything Black,” Finding His Voice & Releasing 11 Albums Since 2019In this episode of Producer Points, Justin sits down with Unlike Pluto (Armond Arabshahi) — a producer-turned-artist whose creative evolution has made him one of the most prolific and boundary-pushing voices in modern music. After his breakout hit “Everything Black” with Mike Taylor, Unlike Pluto stepped out from behind the boards to become the vocalist and driving force of his own project. Since 2019, he’s released 11 albums and countless singles, proving that relentless creativity can reshape an artist’s identity.🎶 Song deep dives:​“Everything Black” (Unlike Pluto ft. Mike Taylor) — the origin story, bass and drop design, production choices, and how the song has aged over time​“Boom” (Unlike Pluto) — messy clean guitars, bold vocal layers, and sonic risks that made the track hit hard🎛️ We explore:​The transition from EDM producer with features to full-fledged artist​How he’s built systems to release music at an incredible pace​Favorite gear and plugins (from Soothe2 to Pigments to ShaperBox)​Balancing quality and quantity while staying emotionally connected to the work​Why community, fans, and live performance fuel his creative drive🔗 Follow & Listen:Unlike Pluto: @unlikeplutoJustin Gammella: @justin_gammellaProducer Points: @producer_pointsTikTok: @producer.points🎧 Producer Points Playlist: Spotify🎙️ Full Episodes: Spotify | Apple Podcasts

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• Dasha’s “Austin” — Travis Heidelman on Producing Hits That Feel Alive

  🎧 Dasha’s “Austin” — Travis Heidelman on Producing Hits That Feel AliveIn this episode of Producer Points, Justin sits down with Travis Heidelman — the producer and songwriter behind Dasha’s viral hit “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’).” With a sound that feels vibrant, organic, and emotionally resonant, Travis has quickly become a go-to collaborator for artists like Claire Rosenkranz, Mercer Henderson, Aimee Vant, and Abigail Osborn.🎶 Song deep dives:“Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)” by Dasha — balancing modern polish with organic textures, from stomps and claps to guitar tones and strings“No Strings Attached” by Mercer Henderson — emotional sound design, synths with Postal Service vibes, and a build that pulls you in🎛️ We explore:Travis’s workflow — day-of bounces, mixbus processing, and session organizationHis go-to tools and plugins for creating alive, textured productionsBalancing artist authenticity with creative experimentationWhy collaboration, patience, and trust are at the heart of his process🔗 Follow & Listen:Travis Heidelman: @travis.heidelmanJustin Gammella: @justin_gammellaProducer Points: @producer_pointsTikTok: @producer.points🎧 Producer Points Playlist: Spotify🎙️ Full Episodes: Spotify | Apple Podcasts

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