Flyover States on SoundBetter

Audio Engineer for The Dank. I produce Hip Hop and EDM music solo as Flyover States and collaborate in badXallocation.

I regularly mix and master both studio and live multitrack recordings of various acoustic, electric, electronic and world instruments. I’ve been FOH engineer for everything from large festivals to small bar and club gigs.

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3 Reviews

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by Branden Kuersteiner
Flyover States is super easy to work with and has brought out the best in my band’s music. High quality recordings and zero ego! My band sounds 5x better since working with him.
by Daniel Knight
Andrew is great to work with, he’s very patient and always willing to make edits according to the artist’s desires. He has a lot of good ideas and with a little studio magic can show you things you wouldn’t had thought of. You won’t see him settle for “good enough.” If there’s a way to make your music better then that is what he will aim for. I highly recommend Flyover States!
by Brian Rydell
In addition to being a great person, Andrew Thompson always puts in the work to achieve a final product that the artist and the engineer can be proud of. He is a good listener, trusted friend and makes our recordings sound amazing! Helpful in every way, Andrew is a consummate professional and will make your project sound great. 👍🏼👍🏼

Interview with Flyover States

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I worked as recording mix/master engineer on an all-day studio jam session featuring my band, some excellent local musicians and Brent Paschke (guitarist/producer: Pharrell ,Katy Perry, Britney Spears, Chris Brown, Kelly Clarkson, Kid Cudi, Beck, Snoop Dogg, Post Malone)
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I just finished mixing/mastering a live album for The Dank. I am mastering my first self-produced EP. I am currently in production of an EDM album with badXallocation.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Both have their merits and limitations. I regularly work in both. I choose based on desired result, comfort/efficiency of workflow and convenience.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I will do the leg work to understand the artist's vision and produce a final product that exceed expectations. If I do not think the artist's expectations can be met, given the source material, I will say so up front and discuss a resolution.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: The inspiration from doing something I love and making someone's artistic expression sound as good as possible.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What is your vision for the track? What specific instrument tones are you looking for (reference tracks)? What are your expectations, timeframe and budget for the project? What do you like/dislike about the current state of the project. What additional processing is desired?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Make sure prospective engineers understand your vision before settling on one. Be prepared to explain your vision and have reference material in mind.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I had been slowly building up a home studio for 20 years. About 5 years ago, I decide life was too short to deny my desire to work in music professionally and started working live shows as FOH Engineer for HB Sound and Light in Grand Forks, ND. I got picked up as band engineer for a jam band, The Dank, two years ago and have been recording and mixing all of our shows since.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: I regularly record mix and master for a 6 piece jam band. I produce, Alternative, Country, Hip Hop, House, EDM and Chill Hop
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: DAWs I use are: Studio One, Logic, FL Studio, Reaper, Ableton, Native Instruments Interface: Presonus Quantum 26x32 Consoles: Midas M32, Soundcraft K3
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: George Martin, GZA, Hans Zimmer, Alt-J, Goose, Atmosphere, The Beta Band
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I am new to SoundBetter, but will update my answer once I can give a credible recommendation.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Q: "What can I do, as an artist to get the best end result from my project". A: Start at the source. Take the time to get the recording as perfect as possible. Make sure your stems and project files are clearly labeled. Clearly communicate your vision to the mix and master engineer. Have reference songs or samples prepared for the engineer.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Assuming I have access to power: MacBook Pro, Native Instruments Maschine+, Martin DX12, Sony MDR-7506, Shure SM57.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: The Flaming Lips. Wayne Coyne uses interesting sound and production techniques as well as has a reputation of being down to earth and inspiring to work with.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: There is a "right way" to do it.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Always evolving as I continue learn and grow as an Artist/Engineer.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Trust your ears.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Processing live multitrack stems into clean, professional masters
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: A good ear, attention to detail and absolute dedication to creating the best mix possible.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Discuss artist's vision for the track. Organize project and attach production notes. Depending on the track, prepare test mix/s to verify project direction with the artist. Prepare the final mix and master once artist's expectations are met/exceeded.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Recording, mixing and mastering live and studio recordings. Electronic music production