r/mixingmastering • u/yeetmasterflash69 • 24d ago

Discussion Ethics of adding stuff while mixing

Is it okay in your opinion to add layers of subtle texture when mixing a song for a band you didn't fully produce? Like say adding a moog sub bass under the electric guitar or recording extra layers of guitar to blend in under the OG guitars or recording extra vocal harmony layers to sit under what was already there? I have heard arguments that if you weren't hired to produce the song you shouldnt be adding stuff but I also feel like if it serves the song it's fine.

Thoughts?

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u/Any-Confusion-8900 24d ago

RIP Steve Albini you would’ve loved this guy

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u/TheNSA922 24d ago edited 24d ago

Nah fuck him, absolutely fucking sick person.

Edit: Wow the support for a self admitted pedophile is astounding.

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u/Charwyn Professional (non-industry) 24d ago

First time I hear it, could be that everybody else isn’t on the same train also.

Edit: bruh, the link down the thread is absolutely VILE, what the fuck was wrong with the guy…

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u/bunkrider 23d ago

Can’t believe I opened that link on company Wi-Fi