Kevin Bianchi

Songwriter and Producer

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I am a songwriter and producer specializing in melody driven music. I have experiencing writing and producing a wide variety of styles and creative paths. I focus on the 'heart' of the song and weaving and integrating the individual pieces to best serve the song.

I have been writing and producing music for over 20 years. I am the singer/songwriter in Vanishing Shores and have produced music for Vanishing Shores, Emily and Ivory, Chris Taylor, and the Chestertons. I believe that every artist has a unique voice that needs to be heard. I believe in close communication and warm, melody driven productions. My only goal is to serve the song and emphasize its natural gift and heart. I look forward to the intimate process of creation and highlighting the work of other artists in the best possible way.

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Languages

  • English

Interview with Kevin Bianchi

  1. Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

  2. A: I produced the album 'Maps' by Vanishing Shores and it was a emotional song cycle that demanded sensitivity and subtlety. I am very proud of the finished product.

  3. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  4. A: I am working on producing a few albums with Vanishing Shores, Chris Taylor, Sweet Fantastic, and Emily and Ivory.

  5. Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

  6. A: Phil Madeira and Chris Donohue

  7. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  8. A: Both. One should never be unconditionally dependent on any form or medium. Whatever works best for the song is what matters.

  9. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  10. A: I will always give 100% effort. I believe in the power and potential of the song. Nothing else matters.

  11. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  12. A: Seeing people reach their creative potential.

  13. Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

  14. A: Don't second guess yourself.

  15. Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

  16. A: Misconceptions only come from miscommunication. I want to be open and honest and work with the client through whatever creative process they wish to pursue.

  17. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  18. A: What are their strengths and goals?

  19. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  20. A: Be open and honest about your goals and expectations. Be willing to be flexible and let the song take you in unexpected directions.

  21. Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

  22. A: Telecaster, Vox Amp, Mellotron (hahah), 4 track recorder, and Rubber Soul on vinyl.

  23. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  24. A: I have been doing this for over 20 years. I have mostly been focused on my own music and that of a small community of friends and collaborators but I am eager to expand it and partner with people around the globe who are eager to pursue beauty in song.

  25. Q: How would you describe your style?

  26. A: I don't have a particular style as much as I have a consistent thread of emphasizing melody in all of my productions. I don't want an artist to sound like me. I want them to sound like the best version of themselves. I am about their identity, not creating clones of my music.

  27. Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

  28. A: I like to work with any artist who is willing to put in the hard work to make a song of lasting beauty. I don't care about how many fans they have. I only care about their heart and willingness to pursue something of value.

  29. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  30. A: The song must be the most important element. Connection is more important than innovation.

  31. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  32. A: My work normally involves Indie Rock or Singer/Songwriters looking for a little more edge and creativity.

  33. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  34. A: My strongest skill is songwriting and song-based production.

  35. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  36. A: My greatest skill is bringing out the melody of a song and enhancing it. I hear harmonies and instrumental parts that serve and support and strengthen the melody. The song is what matters, not the pops and buzzes.

  37. Q: What's your typical work process?

  38. A: I like to first start with the basics of a song, one voice and guitar or piano to really get inside the song and know its strengths and weaknesses. From there I like to experiment and build until we get the right combination of sound and performances.

  39. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  40. A: My studio is contains a number of custom guitars, amps, and audio equipment. I also utilize other recording studios to enhance the production and presentation of the material.

  41. Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

  42. A: I am inspired by all kinds of different musicians and artists like Elvis Costello, Neil Finn, Arcade Fire, Deerhunter, and David Bowie. The main thing for me is the focus on melody. A melody is what makes a song transcendent.

  43. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  44. A: The most common work I do is songwriting assistance and production work. I like to really dig into the 'heart' of the song with the client and bring out its natural gifts.

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GenresSounds Like
  • Elvis Costello
  • Neil Finn
  • Paul McCartney
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