Butch Walker: Songwriter & Record Producer | Studio Tour & Interview - Produce Like A Pro

[@Producelikeapro]

Who would you like to hear from next? Let me know below!

[@gilbertspader7974]

Warren could you do more basic computer stuff. I know I'm stupid but how do you automate all these VST and DI based programs . You've probably covered this already but I'm stumped.

[@niebuhrsongs]

Joseph Arthur. Very curious about his setup, workflow, collaborators and philosophy.

[@danolivier4899]

Moses Schneider

[@Producelikeapro]

@Alexey Soloviev Hahaha you know I would love to!!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@danolivier4899 marvellous!

[@olas591]

Thank you so much for bring Butch Walker. Highly underrated talent.

[@GregsGuitarLessons]

He is my absolute all time favorite. This is a gem. It could have been 11 hours, and I wouldn't have moved. THANK YOU!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Greg! Yes, Butch is such an amazing talent!

[@joelutz4348]

SAME.

[@quintmylodonrecorders8387]

Jesus Warren, first Roger Manning now Butch Walker? Absolutely killing it.

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi 1canuck thanks ever so much!

[@georgebarry3153]

@@Producelikeapro Yes..SERIOUSLY ..You are on a Roll!!!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi George Barry thanks ever so much my friend!!

[@daviddimaria5478]

Who is Jesus Warren?

[@MichaelWilson-ri9pn]

Fan of Butch since his beginnings! A genuine and honest, hard working talented artist. He should be way bigger than most artists out there today. Thank you for this Warren. You da man

[@Producelikeapro]

HI Michael, agreed, his resume speaks for itself!

[@Opeckie]

Butch is one of my favorite people ON THE PLANET! Thank you SO MUCH for having him!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! Yes, Butch is a huge talent indeed!

[@pascalmerschaudio]

absolutley thanks warren for your work

[@dannychristie5628]

I knew he had worked with Avril Lavigne because I had seen the credit on the sleeve of the CD. BUT just found out he was producer for Frank Turners album “positive songs for negative people”. “Get better” is an absolute gem of a track check it out!! Gd work PLAP Team! 👍

[@Producelikeapro]

@@pascalmerschaudio thank you!!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@dannychristie5628 thanks ever so much my friend!!

[@VanwayPoker]

Love Butch since his Marvelous 3 days. He is probably the best songwriter of nowadays, and he has become one of the best producers too. His nowledge as a musician and producer is amazing. Thank you for this video, loads of info to learn from!

[@michaeltrenier]

Same. The man is a legend.

[@scottbaxendale323]

Warren and Butch are two of the best guys in the entire music business!

[@Producelikeapro]

Scott Baxendale you can put yourself at the top of that list my friend! Thanks for everything you do!!

[@abelincoln95]

Butch is very symbolic of "Southern" culture. So sweet & accommodating. Apologizing when he does not need to. He's so very talented & very intelligent when it comes to the music industry & recording. Nice video, Warren & crew!!!

[@3MonkeysSolderless]

Wow, not sure why I wasn’t aware of this until now. Warren, great interview of one of my favorite dudes! And thanks to Butch for the kind words on our 3 Monkeys Amps, I know it has gotten a lot of use. Warren, I had no idea you were in Star 69! I saw you guys live once and wore that CD out!! Great stuff. - Greg

[@billyhughes9776]

This is great Warren -- Butch is pretty much a legend at this point. What a career, what a nice guy, and what a badass. Damn,..that Tele Custom.....love that guitar.

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Billy, agreed 100%! He's one of the best off the best!

[@paulmarjoram2258]

Butch Walker! Top bloke. Master of his craft and sincere to boot.

[@michaelpetrak7427]

I could listen to butch’s knowledge and state at his vintage gear all day long. Thank you

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Michael! I agree my friend!

[@sparky-FM]

Thanks for interviewing Butch, Warren. BW's music has been a big part of my life since the Southgang days. His sense of melody is second to none. A true Power Pop genius! This inspired me to dig out Sevendust's "Enemy" which is a melodic metal classic.

[@Producelikeapro]

That's amazing to hear Simon! Thanks for sharing!

[@sparky-FM]

@@Producelikeapro Not a problem. If you ever hear that Butch needs the worlds oldest intern/sideman...I'd happily volunteer and I'm only a few miles away :)

[@strickland306]

I'm sitting in Cartersville, GA watching this and will drive home to Rome, GA in a few hours. Thanks Butch for the true & honest inspiration.

[@Producelikeapro]

Mark Strickland agreed! I learned so much!!

[@siriusfun]

I first heard of Butch back in '99 with Marvelous3's 'Hey! Album!'. Been following his career casually on and off since...super-talented guy! This will be great!

[@TeemAndreau-Leautes]

Butch is an amazing producer, I worked on an album as drum tech with him and my friends band in 2006. Such an awesome guy to work with, he used some very interesting drum production techniques too! Great memories!

[@Producelikeapro]

Poplar and Pine that’s wonderful to hear! Thanks for sharing!

[@dougiemanross]

Butch Walker and Marvelous 3 changed my life...one of my favorite artists ever! I'm also glad he mentioned that Injected album because its really awesome. A good friend of mine introduced me to it. If you like fully kickass, hard rock, that's a great example!

[@rocketsauce5067]

Man I love his honesty, I believe him. I would pay him for his service.

[@markbeeson5674]

Has to be one of my favorite songwriters and one heck of a producer.

[@Producelikeapro]

He is, as they say in the US, a badass!!

[@davemorriscucamonga3038]

This interview raised my IQ by 3 points just watching it. Roger and Butch have so many levels. Genius has no limits. Thank you for this and RJM Jr.

[@Producelikeapro]

Dave Morris you’re very welcome my friend!

[@bluwavdave]

Wow what a fantastic interview! I think I may have new favorite producer... well... next to you Warren :-) Thanks so much Warren and thank you Butch for sharing your background and your amazing studio!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks Dave! Yes, Butch is amazing!

[@gribb5967]

You're on a roll Warren! I discovered Butch Walker through an ad in Tape Op, found the "scarves" CD in the Library, read his book and on and on.... mad respect. "The Weight if Her" is still a favorite, both as a song and production. I love his approach.

[@gribb5967]

"of" - "the Weight OF her"

[@Producelikeapro]

Amazing! Larry Crane does such an amazing job at Tape Op!! Butch Rules!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@gribb5967 great!

[@rogerthebandsd]

Butch is the man. Awesome!

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed! Amazing!!

[@mikewolfe9458]

This was such a great watch. Thank you guys for bringing this to us. I’d love to see a follow up at his new place now that it’s 5 years later. That Injected record was one of my favorites back in the day. Got to see them play a tiny club in Oklahoma and they were amazing live. It’s a bummer they didn’t release more music. Both of their records are great.

[@Producelikeapro]

We will! Great idea!

[@davegrodzki]

Thank you so much for having Butch on and giving us a look inside his process & space. One of my favorites of all time, and you used the time so well... perfect blend of industry experience, artistic guidance, and technical dive! Loving your shows.

[@GoToEleven11]

Well that was the best two hours I've spent in a long time and I hadn't even heard of this guy before. Thank you so much!

[@Producelikeapro]

That's amazing to hear my friend!!

[@QuiethouseRecording]

In 2000 I went to the Music Go Round in Orland Park Illinois to buy a guitar and an employee there and I talked for quite a long time about Marvelous 3 and what he knew about the Butch Walker story. Its so cool to see this almost 20 years later and to have followed your "success by perseverance" - a lesson that many who are in the first few years of their music careers should really take to heart. Thank you for doing this interview Butch!

[@robertandrewjunior1410]

One of my favorite artists on my favorite KZbin channel. Outstanding.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Robert!!

[@DerekBrown]

Ah yes a hometown boy!! Used to sit in on practices of his bands in Rome before he left and made it big. BTW he's secretly a monster guitarist seriously doubt that has changed.

[@robbievalentine8239]

Derek secretly? Your must be a terrible secret keeper

[@brettliebermanmusic]

What could be more amazing than Jellyfish? THIS!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Brett!! You Rock! Yes, Butch Rocks!!

[@tb80038]

This was the best hour-45 I have watched on KZbin in a very long time. Watching these 2 nerd out was awesome.

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much

[@tb80038]

@@Producelikeapro For sure! Love all your vids to be fair, but Butch is one of my favorite artists. I'm live near Atlanta so have I seen him a ton, Sevendust as well. Can't believe I missed this when it when you released it.

[@Producelikeapro]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, I’m a huge fan of Butch!!

[@bradwilliams6550]

I don’t know much about Butch Walker, but I’ve met him several times and he’s always a super nice guy.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, John, he's a great guy! I learned A LOT!

[@JordonBeal]

It makes me so, so happy to see the Sevendust boys getting some love. Such an underrated band, especially live, and just the most wonderful human beings I've come across in the industry. Seasons is one of my all time favorite records, to boot.

[@drewepton]

HOLY SNIZZLE! I am currently at work but seriously considering leaving early to peep this one. I can't deny this is the one I've been waiting for. Seriously, you have an incredibly excited fan here in Cumming, GA. All the best guys!! ah, as for who would be next on my dream list..... Brendan O'Brien and Rick Beato. All with GA roots. Thanks for all you guys do!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Drew Epton marvellous!! Thanks ever so much! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@Andycannonmusic]

My two favourite producers. Really amazing to see Butch’s guitars and gear.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much my friend! Yes, agreed, amazing guy with wonderful collection!

[@PeteSchmidt]

The knowledge and stories between these two minds is so great and fun to listen to! Butch is the man! ATL legend.

[@matteis-5281]

Great video. I really was inspired by his work with Pink on "I'm not dead". Loved the guitar work and bass on "Long road to happy" great record. Great producer and arranger.

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100% my friend! Huge talent and very humble!

[@jasonsimmons7479]

The record Butch did with seven dust is their best record. Imo. Amazing from start to finish.

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed Jason!! Amazing! Thanks for sharing!

[@MrMarcbolan]

the only problem with this interview it is too short i could listen to this for hours and hours thanx warren

[@Producelikeapro]

Aw shucks! Thanks ever so much my friend!

[@dmp0x]

being responsive and responsible is always cool. being aloof and unresponsive is what's really square.

[@Producelikeapro]

Indeed! Well put!

[@NoCoverCharge]

Got to love Georgia music....it is the best in the world..

[@Producelikeapro]

No Cover Charge yes, pretty darn wonderful!

[@ElCapitánestudio]

Been waiting for this video since you mentioned it a while ago. Can't get enough of Butch! Thank you Warren :)

[@Producelikeapro]

Amazing! Thanks for sharing! I really appreciate!

[@ChrisMartinsMusician]

One of the coolest studio tours you've done. Butch looks like a wonderful bloke, not to mention super talented. And he has great taste in acoustic guitars, those all sound fantastic ! I keep coming back to these tours and always find them fun and mesmerizing with all the gear and stories. Thanks for all this Warren.

[@lamekcivonamjelus]

I just love a single room studio! What a grown man's playground.

[@jrchanning]

This was such a great watch, really enjoyed it, Butch is a talent and I didn't realise he'd worked on so much stuff 🎸😀

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi John, yes, Butch is a real badass!

[@jasonsimmons7479]

Marvelous 3 were amazing!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, absolutely fantastic!

[@michaeltrenier]

Legendary!!!

[@patricknoveski6409]

first saw Butch on Darell 's House. Best show I've seen of that. Now I discover Butch not only made a living. but is in high demand in L.A. The most cut throat place on the planet. well aside from the tour stops in China. geez. All this equipment is unbelievable. The Piano you found in Montecito is just up the street. just mind blowing machines. No power outages please. press save !

[@MisterGuitarItalia]

Southgang?!? Oh man, I remember those guys!

[@davidallenhammond2777]

OMG, what an incredible interview! I could listen to you guys for hours. Thank you so much Warren, and thank you Butch, so glad you both so generously gave of your time. :)

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi David Allen Hammond Thanks ever so much David! You Rock!

[@crissabater7698]

Really great video here. So much information and a great history lesson too. Hard work and passion comes across and is a given if anyone wants to be successful at anything. Great to listen to Butch talking a lot of wisdom. Thanks Warren for this gem!

[@JackPersingerIII]

Nice interview...Butch is getting it done....love that he is is using Richard Goodsell's stuff....showing that ATL love....keep up the good work Butch!

[@WillJukedTheBox]

Love both of these guys. Amazing interview and chat.

[@Producelikeapro]

William thanks ever so much my friend!

[@richiepaulos2598]

2 Records in the works!!!!! Hell yes Butch!

[@shawnwait6207]

WoW truly inspiring. Thank you Warren and Butch for the amazing interview.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Shawn!!

[@dbooswa2811]

Injected's "Burn It Black" is one of my favorite records ever. I had no clue Butch worked on that! My respect for his work has grown even more! Thanks for the quality interview! Cheers!

[@jonnystanley8720]

This dude rules

[@guitfidle]

DUDE!!!! Seasons by Sevendust is one of my all time favorite albums!! Great interview, now I gotta dive deeper in to Butch Walker's material...

[@coletricklejr.7083]

Agreed! That thing really had some magic on it back when it came out.

[@Producelikeapro]

guitfidle yes! Wonderful album!

[@Producelikeapro]

Matt Jones great to hear!!

[@tb80038]

Interestingly enough, I am watching this tonight after watching the 7D livestream concert of the Seasons album. I am a big Butch fan as well. Was looking for videos on the making of Seasons, I remember there was a dvd when it came out. Landed on this video, have watched a bunch of Warren's stuff but never caught this with Butch. I am just 20 mins in, can't wait for the rest!

[@franco.cordini]

I loved his room! Great collection of guitars by the way (loved the tele custom), and of course, awesome producer !

[@Bring_MeSunshine]

2 on the trot; 2 great writer, producers (Butch & Roger...) with the combined powerhouse enthusiasms of creators utterly and totally inside of their chosen quests; animated, non-stop and apparently inexhaustable - but interesting, fun and perfectly off-the-wall when needed. Yet again, I took much longer watching this end to end, because I had to keep opening other pages and referencing the music I didn't know that well, or at all. That was a five course meal of a vid and tasty, too.

[@johndcx]

Such a great great bunch of interviews from Roger to Butch all with the best influences ,Butch is another artist that is just too good in the Best ways and is a Great guy..and is again what Music is supposed to be ART..... could of done 2 more hours

[@tommibjork]

Again. Great episode! I stumbled upon Butch Walker and The Let's Go Out Tonights on MySpace back in the day. That Rise and Fall record is awesome. Butch seems like an older brother I never had. 😀

[@bigwayno]

I was WAITING!!!! Too see your REACTION when he mentioned Sevendust!!!! I've seen them 30 times in 5 differents states. So awesome! I'm stoked you love them too!!! GREAT interview!!!

[@gunarsbrants8429]

Wow Butch, do you remind me of myself. In a good way. Lol Great stories and insight. Very captivating and engaging for me too listen to. Sparked yesteryear memories. Thank you, was a fab listen !

[@therockhour1386]

What a wonderful episode! Literally one of the main reasons I am in music in the first place!

[@gunarsbrants8429]

Loved the chat ! The history , the gear, the insight, the techniques… was fab ! Thanks guys!

[@baddeverest768]

Hey Butch, I've seen your mom play piano at the local Methodist church and it's been a good while but I met your dad after one of your shows back in cartersville at krystals, he saw the t-shirt I was wearing, and asked me if I enjoyed the show, not knowing who I was talking to I said It was the best show I had ever seen. This was the (ready sex go days) and you played at the Roxy. He said that's my boy, I've always wanted to tell you that, and I hope you see this, your my hero but anyone I've ever met that knew you in highschool says ( oh yea that's just fucking Brad. But your still my hero. David Morgan.

[@13tread]

Excellent choice of artist.. It appears there is absolutely nothing Butch has not conquered w 'mastery'.. I dig the style and versatility man..Utmost respect bro.. Peace n love fellers. lookin forward to the new album.. BOTH styles...tread

[@darthlazlo]

Super nice guy! toured with Showoff, Self, and Marvelous 3 back in 1999 and he was a super rad dude. He used to be in a band called Southgang as well. he has mad guitar and vocal chops.

[@mrstumac]

This guy is amazing thank you Warren for this interview , I’ve met him twice back hear in the Uk and he’s a gent spending the time to talk to you , thank you again he’s a super talented person

[@splashesin8]

Thank you Butch and Warren! 😃

[@bigtoemojo8150]

Aint nobody better than Butch!!!

[@RogerSullivanNOLA]

He's one of the best songwriters going. So cool to see him on here.

[@vcr210]

You CONTINUE to raise the Bar!!! Another great interview and sharing of information and process! Well Done!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much my friend!!

[@sonnyking988]

BW is the epitome of a man who has learned and continues to learn. He is never the same human, but always better with an understanding of a long road ahead.

[@Producelikeapro]

Sonny King very well said!

[@LJOS21]

I've been waiting for this episode for weeks, I love butch man, he's a super cool guy. I'm always dreaming of having a studio like his. Thanks for this episode. CHEERS FROM VENEZUELA.

[@JohnnyLen]

Great episode butch walker is a gem

[@donhearl]

I'm just getting around to this one, Warren. That Epiphone Cortez is amazing from where I sit!

[@kellybrincks]

What a beautiful conversation. Top shelf as always Warren

[@streetmansam5073]

One of my favourite interviews Warren, thank you. Just checked out Butch’s Fender Studio sessions, WOW!!

[@Electricowlworks]

Wow, wow, wow! Awesome video... Thanks, gents!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks Chaz! Amazing! Thanks for sharing!

[@radiomo0]

this is Fantastic..sooo fine..and..Super-MARVELOUS!!!

[@chrishansen3740]

Fantastic - Big fan of Butch's

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! He Rocks!!

[@JohnWaldenDDM]

Awesome interview Warren.... and what a cool insight. Yes, Butch might have a s**t-load of high-end gear, but his approach to recording, and what you can do in a single room space, is a breath of fresh air....

[@legacyShredder1]

I've had the rackmount Tech 21 SansAmp Geddy Lee Bass preamp and DI since they released it a handful of years ago. It's stupidly affordable yet awesome. I use it all the time.

[@MikeOMearaChicago]

Really enjoyed this one. Thanks for sharing

[@Beatledave7]

Loving all of these interviews! Thanks ever so much Warren!

[@dezb1]

Anyone that patches a desk into a 4 track is ok by me. Learned to make music on my old Porta One and still love it.

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha yes, genius idea!!

[@shadowmixx]

Man, I love these studio interviews and tours. Thanks Warren.

[@solarpoint1]

this guy makes one hell of a good impression. so freakin cool!

[@ScottLester]

LOVED this episode. Would give almost anything to be in that room and pick the brains of both of you!

[@gregj.francis1839]

I even loved the wall clock in his studio.... currently scouring Etsy....

[@Producelikeapro]

The man has great taste!!

[@jppagetoo]

I have a 1980 Greco LP Special copy. A rare copy, not many were made. Killer guitar with P90's. If you can get a Greco from built '78-'81 grab it.

[@Producelikeapro]

Amazing! Thanks for sharing!

[@WhaleBluePRS]

47:50 "All the great bands were having an identity crisis." Really interesting observation. I never thought of bands having that issue but rather that it was the industry and the industry heads that had the crises. "Let the band make the best music they can" was probably not the comment most heard at any point in the modern age of music (last hundred years or so). I always thought "the issue" was outside of the band in that sense. Having said that, I was always into the bands that knew pretty much exactly what they wanted to achieve. (Queen, Rush, Yes, Kansas and others) When the industry stayed out of their way, they flourished and so eventually did the industry.

[@curtisburns]

That Harmony Sovereign! 😍

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, Curtis! Amazing!!

[@MichaelWilson-ri9pn]

Finally some Sevendust talk!!! I hope you listened to Seasons Warren. Great album and Butch cowrote some songs.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! Love that band!!

[@wvideoyahoodk]

You are incredible. Wonder how you manage to find time to make all these great videos. Lots of regards from Denmark.

[@SDMFdeeger]

I've always wondered what the vocal chain was for the Sevendust Seasons album. for Lajon and Clint both. There's this amazing warmth in those vocals that they haven't really managed to capture since (but I do love everything they've done).

[@oleksandrpozniak]

Man, this Yamaha guitar sounds amazing even through KZbin

[@Producelikeapro]

Wonderful! Yes, agreed! Such an amazing instrument!!

[@ThomasDetertC64]

Wow, really enjoyed it a lot.. his history, how everything has started 'n' stuff reminds me, of course to a much smaller content , on my own career. Awesome !