SummaryIn this episode of The Record Lab Podcast, Nathan speaks with Ocevnside Clvb (Anastasia)—a dynamic songwriter, producer, and mix engineer whose music has landed on platforms like Apple TV’s Jane and the Paris 2024 Olympics.Anastasia dives into her musical journey, starting from her early vocal training and 10+ years in choir, which laid the groundwork for her unique melodic sense and vocal production skills. She discusses the pivotal shift from engineering to more creative roles, emphasizing how following her passion reshaped her entire career.The conversation explores the importance of networking, how opportunities arise through collaboration, and the power of being in the right creative space. She shares her experiences at songwriting camps, working with other artists, and writing songs that go on to sync in high-impact projects.Anastasia opens up about her spontaneous songwriting process, the emotional layers behind her EP 20 Something, and the gear she relies on to shape her sonic identity. From preamps and microphones to Logic Pro and essential plugins, she and Nathan dissect the tools that define modern production.They also touch on taking creative breaks, developing your own workflow, and how allowing a song to “marinate” often brings out its full potential. Whether you're a music creator, engineer, or simply passionate about how great music is made, this episode offers both inspiration and actionable insight.Chapters00:00 – Intro: Meet Ocevnside Clvb02:57 – Early Musical Influences and Choir Training06:00 – From Internships to Industry08:58 – Why Networking Matters12:01 – Creative Collaboration & Workflow14:53 – R&B and Pop Genre Blending17:59 – Songwriting from Personal Experience21:02 – Sync Success: Apple TV’s Jane22:40 – Writing from the Gut: Spontaneity in Songwriting24:03 – Olympic Sync Placement Journey28:01 – Musical Inspirations and Artistic Growth29:35 – Production Philosophy: Starting From Emotion33:02 – Learning from Other Creatives35:06 – The Power of Rest and Creative Breaks39:58 – Reflecting on Past Work41:57 – Home Studio Gear Breakdown44:17 – Choosing Studio Equipment47:06 – Favorite Microphones and Their Impact51:29 – Mixing Approaches and Tools56:50 – Preamps and Sound Shaping01:00:06 – Must-Have Plugins & VSTs01:04:18 – Sound Design Tips01:09:22 – Creating Custom Sound Libraries01:12:21 – Behind the EP: 20 Something01:20:14 – Final Advice for Aspiring Artists01:22:53 – Mixing for Depth & SpaceTakeawaysVocal training and choir helped shape Anastasia’s ear for arrangement and harmony.Transitioning from engineering to artistry allowed for more personal creative expression.Networking is essential—most big opportunities came through relationships.Songwriting camps foster collaboration and spark inspiration.Sync placements stemmed from authentic, emotional writing.Mixing is both technical and artistic—gear and intuition work hand-in-hand. Using the right tools and software can enhance workflow. Investing in quality studio equipment is crucial for sound quality.Taking breaks isn’t a luxury—it’s part of sustaining creativity.Every song evolves differently. Trust the process, and let music breathe. Sound Bites"I zoom out and see the big picture.""It was very spontaneous.""I love when that happens.""That's a huge achievement.""I love Logic.""I think a lot of it is also mixing.""I don't compress on the way in.""I can't live without the Avalon.""I want to get Keyscape really bad.""Every song has its own path.""Keep working at your craft.""Expose yourself to different material.""Mixing is such a creative thing."

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