[Music] YouTubers I Steal From!

[@Producelikeapro]

Aw shucks! Very happy to be an honourable mention! We are blessed to have an amazing community here on KZbin with a lot of very positive people who are trying to genuinely help people, thanks for being one of them and mentioning me, that means a lot!

[@Producelikeapro]

And yes, I am very flattered indeed!

[@christopher-miles]

you rock man!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@christopher-miles thanks ever so much!

[@TheGaragebandGuide]

What a thoroughly decent bloke you are Mike! Really cool to see that we've both been inspired by a lot of the same people - Graham Cochrane's 'Recording an entire song with only an iPhone' video was a watershed moment for me and the direction of my channel back in the day. Excited and grateful to see my name up there in your list of channels you watch too!

[@pierrecarter3090]

Thanks a lot Mike, for sharing. But I think that you forgot one YT Channel : Mike's Creative Sauce channel. Your channel helped me a lot to learn. Your channel must be in the list too!

[@inthemix]

Thank you for the kind words and shout out. I am definitely trying to bring a more chill and understated energy here on KZbin and I’m glad it comes across. Always happy to inspire any discussions/videos or content. Not stealing at all my friend!

[@CreativeSauce]

Thank you so much for leaving a comment Michael. There are many other reasons I love you content outside of your demeanour, but you know how it is - i wanted to be concise. I particularly enjoyed you recent 'sound vs sanity' video. Sometimes we get get so obsessed with being technically 'correct', that we forget our other human needs!

[@MadNoisy]

Love your content 🤘🤘

[@LonelyRocker]

Taking inspiration from others is so important. It keeps us pushing and experimenting. And many of us work alone so it's healthy to engage in content others create for our own sanity! Great video!

[@davewilkinson5705]

Hi Mike, the classic Paul D clip was after he did a tutorial on “50 ways to leave your lover” and then he was contacted by Paul Simon to say “Err, actually that chord was . . .”. The joy Paul D felt was a pleasure to watch! Thanks Mike, great video.

[@CreativeSauce]

Yes! Loved that one :)

[@philiptalk]

This is a terrific video: generous, thoughtful and highly useful. I was surprised to see this content. Although sharing sources is not uncommon, doing it to this degree is. Some of my favorites are included here, including Joe Gilder, who is my first-choice, go-to guy for Studio One. And, for what it’s worth, Mike you are right up there with my other favorites.

[@danny1959]

If you like music theory, I recommend 12 Tone and Polyphonic.

[@orderd29]

There are a of YT creators that could do with taking a leaf out of your book, winding their egos in and showing a little more humility. Every one of us is learning and we're all indebted to others that have shaped our own journey in some way or another. If you're ever back in the UK, I'll buy you a beer!

[@BassMajor777]

I know he's probably a marmite character, but for me personally, Whytse at White Sea Studio is one of the first videos I look for new content from - along with your good self of course, obviously!! 😇 Joking aside, Creative Sauce was possibly my first (definitely no lower than second) mixing/production subscribed channel when I started my mixing hobby getting on towards five years ago, and still coming back for more.... Thank you for you input 💯

[@eDrumsInANutshell]

Marmite character! That's on point! But all no-UK viewers didn't get this. :-) My wifes grandma was from Manchester and her grandpa was a Dutch guy. So, me as a German, I know a lot silly stuff to eat. 🙂 Anyway, this I like this guy.

[@fredfox3851]

Hi Mike. Birds of a feather, flock together. You are a great teacher, and your easy going nature makes learning from you enjoyable. I wouldn't be surprised if other YooToobers, "borrowed" from you.

[@fearlessfreddy1000]

Hi Mike If You read all these comments you got to know your one of the best liked and enjoyed contributors to U-Tube and you deserve to be gushed upon! Greetings from the Emerald City.

[@HerkeveyHanoar]

I love hardcore music studio. He is very focused on metal and rock but has a very focused approach to mixing and production. He helps demystifying many topics with a simple straightforward approach, has good 'go to' processes, and also discusses many psychological aspects of mixing and productivity. Definitely one of the best for beginners and intermediates trying to get more clarity in the world of mixing and production.

[@alphaonestudio8240]

I guess I am in good company,in that every one of those channels i regularly watch. All of you honorable mentions and most of the other channels you watch are also on my list. And off course creative sauce. Enjoy life mate.

[@gisellechacon7081]

All great channels for sure! I really love your channel too, Mike! You present good information and you have indeed nailed the Joe Gilder 'one of the guys' persona, in a way that's uniquely yours. I've learned a lot here, and I'm always interested to see what you've got cooking at Creative Sauce. ❤

[@spinlightstudios]

Just snuck in there! Thanks Mike, you’re a legend 😊

[@huskydigital]

GREAT VIDEO, Mike! Nice list of Honorable Mentions & Others! I'm hoping to get going next year on some music content, for my KZbin. Finishing a studio remodel this year.

[@CreativeSauce]

Do it! You never know where it takes you :)

[@RecordingStudio9]

Thanks for the list. All are my favourite and goto channels. We should catch up again very soon.

[@pro_influence]

It is true that every Heroes are learning from each others and understudy everyonr, it's only takes Humility for you to make this confessionary video, You're a Hero. Thank You 🙏 I salute You Sir. ❤

[@CreativeSauce]

Thank you :)

[@ashleyhill7137]

Great list, the only notable omission that sprang to mind was Jeff Gibbons? Also very affable and a good watch. 👍👏.

[@retskni]

Cool, Mike. Gotta give a shoutout to Sara Carter - Simply Mixing. She's another wonderful resource person in the same mold as the ones you mentioned. Thanks for bringing forward the ones who have inspired and encouraged you.

[@sgg6927]

I've watched most all mix engineer youtubers over the years and I find myself watching 2 channels 95% of the time. Creative Sauce and Gilder

[@NathanHartmann-dq5et]

One other KZbinr of note for me is MusicTechHelpGuy. While most of his videos revolve around Logic Pro (which I don't even use), I get some good ideas from him. Also, he explains things clearly and doesn't seem to rush through his videos. My two cents...

[@CreativeSauce]

Will check him out - thanks!

[@adrock6874]

Great Lineup !! Thanks Mike ..

[@Mynstryl]

We share lots of favorites. All were in my top tier as well, along with Creative Sauce and Studio One Revealed of course. I think you would enjoy Dom Sigalas. Even though he has a lot of Cubase content, he has a lot of other things too. And he has a very nice and enthusiastic personality, and LOTS of talent. Also, Green Light Sound, Production Expert, and Palebluedot Studios have lots of good content.

[@eshortsax]

Wonderful list and there were actually 2 channels I’ve never come across, but then again I’m not a guitarist-I’m just a saxophonist who dabbles with other instruments 😅

[@CreativeSauce]

A dablophonist?

[@RichardIresonMusician]

Dan Worrall is excellent.

[@CreativeSauce]

Ah yes! Of course, Dan is great (added to list in description)

[@RichardIresonMusician]

@@CreativeSauce 😊

[@ShiningHourPop]

Spinlight Studios is a really good channel and Rhys comes across as a really humble but knowledgeable and enthusiastic guy.

[@CreativeSauce]

Ah yes, of course - Rhys is awesome, added to list!

[@garythompson5402]

Home Studio Simplified with Robert McClellan. He, along with you helped me a lot with learning cakewalk

[@CreativeSauce]

Great to hear!

[@simong8527]

Hi Mike. Definitely Hardcore Music Studio ❤

[@schniggedagges74]

Wow, i guessed it wrong. When you introduced your favorite youtuber, my first thought was, that this must be Rick Beato. But David is a great choice, too!

[@The-Skyking]

Great list! Mix Bus TV is amazing. Even if it's not in your style of music, his videos and hardware reviews are great! I love Joe also.

[@xlsxmusic]

I absolutely love inthemix!

[@CreativeSauce]

He's extremely awesome yes!

[@brightfish]

Surely Rick Beato has got to be on the list, the man is an absolute legend.

[@CreativeSauce]

Haha - of course! I'm just not sure I ever 'borrowed' from him :P

[@PatrickObiang]

BRAVO!

[@CreativeSauce]

Thank you :)

[@ladislaufazakas8980]

I would also mention those who make helpful tutorials for DAWs, to thank them for their work.

[@CreativeSauce]

Good point!

[@thebh8016]

Mike, I've gotten quite a bit from your channel, particularly on Cakewalk (still hinging in with the legacy version - fingers crossed). I'm sure you're familiar with Rick Beato's channel, and his former intern Rhett Shull. If not Rick's interviews and "What makes this song great" series are must see's. Rhett is a guitar aficionado and covers everything studio / guitar / band centric. Keep up the good work, maybe a piece on keeping your legacy Cakewalk BBL going as the new products roll out (or more contingency plans CWBBL users to ease the withdrawal). Cheers and dig your channel!

[@JensRefshoj]

What new light do you use for filming this video, it looks really good 😊

[@rager1969]

I miss Graham. He turned over his brand and channel to his friend Joe Gilder.

[@twaylan]

Julien Krause’s channel is prime viewing if you’re interested in deep technical reviews of hardware interfaces for your studio.

[@CreativeSauce]

Very true - Julien's knowledge is awesome!

[@rager1969]

If you're talking about a YTer that's not music and grabs you on topics you didn't think you'd have interest in, watch Technology Connections.

[@ТимурГиев]

I watch them all except a few😂 Thank you very much for the selection, I really completely agree with you!👍💯🤓

[@ZacharyRussellMusic]

I love Joe Gilder, but my absolute favorite is Chris Green!

[@CreativeSauce]

Yep - I'm subbed to Chris! Nice style.

[@BuddieOLLi]

Hi ! from Germany. Is it about the "interpolation" case ? anyway: I like your chanel and your advice, esp. for cakewalk.... thank you, stay well ( ...like the communuty, too ! )

[@Angus_Macgregor]

I'd have to agree with you on Joe and Michael but i would class yourself in their bracket. You get so much useful information over in a concise, not overly-produced manner. I'm here to learn, not to be wowed by great camera work and philosophical padding, though that doesn't mean i can't appreciate the work that other KZbinrs put into their productions.

[@twaylan]

David Bennett Piano (by no means just piano!) is a YT gem. Pure entertainment while getting a musical education.

[@CreativeSauce]

Yes! Just discovered him - thank you :)

[@rMaNe83]

Lovely whitelist you offer here, I like and follow most of your mentioned channels, and all of your channels Mike. Such a valuable content

[@TrueMeHow]

No loopop? He’s only one I need in gear segment.

[@CreativeSauce]

Ah yes of course! Thank you :)

[@Fusionjams]

well, I'm on the right track, I'm a long-time subscriber of the channels you mentioned

[@jamesr3322]

What happened to that Lonely Rocker guy?

[@CreativeSauce]

Dan is on my list of course :)

[@pgroslouis]

Hey if you like Chris Selim you should check out Dom Segalas. He is also a Cubase guru but he also does gear reviews and overall music production tips. He has a very good energy and good video production. I’m a Cubase user and I’ve learned so much from both of these guys. Good video and I watch all the people you mentioned including yourself. Keep up the good work.

[@LadraWuffski]

All channels which are anyway pushed constantly by KZbin into the bubble of video suggestions I am supposed to deserve are mentioned. You are already in there as well, otherwise I wouldn't have found and subscribed to your channel. By this list of links, and by the comments you are receiving now, you have cleverly managed to nest even more firmly in this bubble.😅

[@CreativeSauce]

:)

[@wojciechgor]

Is Mike's shirt horribly flickering only in my monitor or the others can see it too?

[@w-hisky]

Oh, I wondered why Gregory Scott from "The House of Kush" channel hasn't made it on your list. If you'e not aware, check him out! 👍 I don't know how to discribe it other than "tasteful and in-depth".

[@CreativeSauce]

Oh poop yes! I did watch a few of his a couple of years back... very nice a different vibe. Thanks for the reminder!

[@w-hisky]

@@CreativeSauce Sure! 🙂 Unfortunately he hasn't released new videos for a while. He once said he has a terrible back injury. I really hope he's well. 🙏 Maybe he focusses on his hardware development and can't find the energy for videos any longet. 🙁 It's really a loss for the scene. He really is a different type of teacher.

[@panneddead-centre6844]

My channel is too small to have caught your attention, but you've inspired me to keep at it. I've had a few ideas for topics recently too. --- Kevin Parent

[@baardk2]

How would the world be if we never could do or play anything others already have done? I remember a world famous musican had a consert in my town. I was in that consert because I was a fan. The day after I did read in the local news that he had suited an amataur band playing some of his music in a bar in the town for a LOT of money. After that I never listen to him again.

[@BuddieOLLi]

Hey ! What´s about Tim Pierce ? Mike, i´m almost cryin.... i thought, you say this name ( ...Mr. Davids chanel is interesting, i don´t spend very much time there, so i could not say enough about it ) but Tim Pierce has all the attributes you tell about, he is a great studio musician, too.... he played on many songs you could hear on airplay every day, when it is not nile rodgers on guitar, it is often Tim Pierce ( Phil Collins, GoGoDolls, Bon Jovi, endless list... ) who played the guitar, and he shares all of his knowledge for playin or recording guitar on his chanel - check it out, please (...and Rick Beato, Rhett Shull etc. ) Great to hear about Mary Spender, she´s got a beautiful voice & accent.

[@pelennorDSP]

We not only have similar tastes in KZbinrs, I've got a video in the works covering my top 5 most inspirational youtubers (and there's a fair bit of overlap with yours), so I guess I'd recommend my own channel? :) Based on your list in the video and in the description, and the comments so far (to not double up), I'd also recommend, in no particular order: Adam Sliger Barry Johns Studio Talk Recording Studio Loser Panorama Mixing & Mastering Nik Nokturnal Spinlight Studio The Time Preservation Society Moonic Productions Mercurial Tones Academy The other John Browne Nick Leonard Phil Zeo Alex Reid Dash Glitch

[@aemythjensen]

I saw some in your list that I wasn't already following, but now I am 😉 There are others that I consider very good and informative, and I didn't see them in your lists. KZbin doesn't allow me to include URLs so you are going to have to search for them. Those are: Streaky David Bennett The Sound Design Channel Big Z SonicScoop

[@TazzSmk]

Dan Worrall also has great stuff, quality over quantity, also does tutorials for official Fabfilter channel :)

[@twaylan]

Second that sentiment - I simply do not miss a DW episode.

[@Unders]

Nope. I am specifically offended 😆 as a fellow brit as well. Shocking. Banter aside i hadn't discovered Barry Johns, What a good channel!

[@CreativeSauce]

Oh man! I'm sure I've watched a couple of your video... maybe about mastering I seem to recall. Really good quality stuff man. Love it :)

[@Unders]

@@CreativeSauce right back at you sir 😀

[@piscesman54]

I follow almost all the people you mention and I've learned a lot from all of them. But I think you are up to par with all of them, Mike. I admire your humility because that's what keeps your feet on the ground and preserves the desire to continue to learn and grow. Your channel deserves more attention.

[@HomeStudioCorner]

Thanks for the shout-out! Honored.

[@sgg6927]

You have helped me tremendously over the years. Thank you

[@CreativeSauce]

My pleasure Joe, you've inspired me enormously over the years :)

[@calib5]

... you underestimate your own skills and contributions - I watch all those you've mentioned 😁

[@CreativeSauce]

Thank you :)

[@SanjayC]

So honored to be on this list. I've really learned a lot from you as well. I'm always inspired by your down-to-earth nature, skill in explaining complex topics, and so much more. I'm happy that we've become friends. And wow...I'm a big admirer of the others you mentioned.

[@CreativeSauce]

Man, I'm still little star struck when I see you in my comments lol! Honestly, I probably should stop watching you - coz you're too tempting to steal from! But seriously, keep doing what you do - we need that positivity!

[@MadNoisy]

Love your content 🤘🤘

[@barrytune7098]

THIEF! THIEF! You couldn't emulate Venus Theory because you don't have Cameron's voice. I could listen to him all day, honestly, he could be reading the phone book and it would be fine! One that I watch and take inspiration from is Andrew Huang. He's quite bonkers, but some of his ideas are excellent and he could make a great song by sampling farts, I'm sure.

[@OhponStudios]

Not only have you helped me through Cakewalk. But have been an inspiration to starting my youtube channel. Hopefully ill get to the size at some point of coming across your radar

[@CreativeSauce]

Thanks man, glad to hear that. You have a nice clear delivery style - I like it! Keep going :)

[@ELLIOT8209]

The name Mike or Michael is big in the music realm. 😁

[@markbostel6989]

Benn Jordan and molten music are the channels I most look forward to getting new content from. Ben’s channel covers a wide range of topics and each episode is always interesting and thought provoking.

[@CreativeSauce]

Ah yes! Of course I watch Benn, thanks for the reminder! Will check out Molten Music thanks!

[@aaronhuisinga2531]

Joe Gilder has been my go to for a long time now. I've learned so much from him and my production has improved a ton since discovering him.. I've just recently discovered your channel and I've gathered a few tips here too. Thanks for the great content!

[@CreativeSauce]

Thank you - my pleasure :)

[@twaylan]

Captain Pikant if you’re into electronic music!

[@CreativeSauce]

Will check it out - thank you!

[@mariamedina2024]

Ro1ne Productions 😂😂😂

[@johnnygeibHST]

Good stuff!

[@CreativeSauce]

Thanks Johhny - you are a legend yourself!

[@_mickmccarthy]

Michael at InTheMix was the main reason I went for FL. His teaching style (like you say, understated, but concise and trustworthy) made it a no-brainer to follow his various FL for beginners videos. Big fan of Cameron at VenusTheory also, like you say, it's clear just how much effort and production value goes into his videos and yet they still come across as genuine. Consistently knocks it out of the park IMO. There's a few there that I haven't seen before, so will check those out!

[@CreativeSauce]

Thanks for watching- enjoy!

[@pelennorDSP]

A couple of things about Cameron from hanging out on his Discord. Firstly, he does indeed have huge amounts of effort and production value in his videos these days. A typical filmed at/around home video takes around 5 solid days of work by his estimation. When he's been juggling a paid day job of 8 hours plus every day (on something confidential for now probably a major video game soundtrack) and a family, it's no wonder he doesn't post very often. Then when he does videos where he travels somewhere and requires accomodation, that obviously adds a lot of time and cost to the point where it may not even come out in the black in AdSense terms. Secondly, I think he (and Benn Jordan) are the two most ethical youtubers I know, especially when it comes to how they operate with brands and maintain their independence. Not only has he cut ties with brands that he (rightly) felt were engaging in unethical behaviours, he's shelling out of pocket to start a free instrument collection of his own similar to what Spitfire Labs was before Christian Henson tarnished both Spitfire and Crow Hill with unrepentant transphobia. If he had the means/backing, he would have taken over pianobook before CH took it back. He literally puts his money where his mouth is, which is unfortunately rare amonst the bigger creators in our space.

[@eDrumsInANutshell]

@@pelennorDSP Yup, one of the first. Thank you!

[@_mickmccarthy]

@@pelennorDSP Yeah big fan of he and Benn, I can see how Benn's stuff is maybe a bit more niche but I still very much enjoy it (another great person to learn a bunch of FL Studio stuff from too!)

[@NathanEllery]

Watched and enjoyed all these YTubers. Yes they have all put out great content. There's another that is very high quality content and excellent presentation. Channel name is Creative Sauce and Mike is his name. Others that i have enjoyed are Nathan James Larsen ( great insights but uses Logic) Dom Sigalas ( great tips but uses Cubase) Home Studio Simplified Audio Tech TV Guy Michelmore Barry Johns Studio Talk Sage Audio

[@CreativeSauce]

Thanks Nathan - oh yes, you've mentioned a few really good ones there, and some others I need to check :)

[@NathanEllery]

Oh and David Bennett Piano for great insights into the big hits, odd time signatures, modes, tunings, and all sorts of interesting variations in popular music.

[@UDiAudio]

Didn''t made the list.. :) Maybe next time. But you are on my list! Keep up the good work mate.

[@FrankWarnerWords]

Nice one. For me, (not only his talent for music production, his music theory classes, his breakdowns of songs from an engineers point of view, his music history knowledge, his multi instrument playing and his activism on copyright law) Rick Beato.

[@Like-a-PROinBERLIN]

I always call these industrie plants* "KZbin Producer without Real Word Releases" (common, its more than obvious that they are the main part of Native Instruments & Cos Marketing mix with their always cableless, top clean, steril 40.000 $ Studios no Beginner I know can affort)

[@Mytro8533]

All the same ones on my list.

[@rickeguitar9086]

TOO FUNNY!!!!! KZbin connected me to you after I was watching Joe's videos! So, you are getting viewers that are familiar with Joe prior to meeting you! Cheers!

[@tonyrapa-tonyrapa]

"Inspired" - "stolen" - it's all good mate!

[@CreativeSauce]

:)

[@JonnyLipshamStudios]

Great list of fantastic content creators! Thanks for including me in your wee list. Loving your content!

[@SConway-v4x]

Gilder and yourself are 'must see" for me!

[@nickhindman]

SonicScoop (Justin Colletti) - Production genius, and a fantastic teacher

[@johnnygeibHST]

I'm proud to have made your list!!

[@CreativeSauce]

You certainly deserve it :)

[@Kwayjaye]

@@CreativeSauceI’m going to be subscribing after I hit post on this comment! I love different prospective views when analyzing music as a whole

[@eDrumsInANutshell]

Hmm, ok! So, the first guy I didn't know but subbed already. Venus Theory ... yeah. Guess why I stuck to one of his videos?! Because of his Saturday night radio voice. I am a drummer, and he taught me the mixolydian flat 6 scale. Haha! Primarily I was visiting his channel because of some Bitwig stuff. But listen, guys: I really appreciate ALL of you great content creators. It so amazing what we got here with this platform! There are so many communities here. Thank you so much!

[@eDrumsInANutshell]

May I mention some channels I watch: @AlexReidStudios absolutely inspiring with regards to synth stuff. @SampleLibraryReviews Love Dan's reviews. @DixonBeats Mostly free VST and reviews. @AudioTechTV Reviews and tutorials. @sageaudio, @DanWorrall technical & mixing stuff. @NerdMusician Arduino MIDI programming and controller building. @hifimidi great stuff with regard to MIDI programming.

[@MadNoisy]

lol. I'm not a drummer but I love all these channels 🤘🤘

[@flaflu82]

I can't belive ____________ isn't on the list! fill in the blank below 👇

[@mixdownonline]

Hey bro! Thanks for the shoutout! Good to know I'm likeable LOL! You Rock, bro!

[@1loveMusic2003]

David Gnozzi is super high level. He knows every detail about his topics and an amazing mixer and mastering engineer.

[@fritsschoeren7466]

Hi Mike, thank you for all your advice. It is often the small things that ultimately matter. What I appreciate in your videos is the calm and the clear explanation with the many clear (video/audio) examples. And yes, I also follow Joe Gilder. Sometimes one person adds something to the explanation of another and that makes it so beautiful. Thanks again. I enjoy it a lot here in the Netherlands. Frits Schoeren (music therapist/psychotherapist)

[@CreativeSauce]

Absolutely - we are blessed with many different sources and styles! Thanks you :)

[@ShilpoKarkhana]

Oh no, That annoying JOE is the very first of your list.

[@christopher-miles]

paul daivds is a bit of a douche. i prefer all the others on the list including yourself... if i'm being honest. rock on! peace

[@rawrealitystudios2468]

Imitation is highest form of poser and one the main reason nothing has value in todays society

[@r.o1neofficial]

@Ro1ne Productions 🎉😅

[@adrianmandala3301]

@Ro1ne productions

[@ELLIOT8209]

My favourite KZbinr is @Bthelick. He really goes in.

[@germangonzalez9612]

@Ro1ne Productions

[@CreativeSauce]

Thank you!

[@michaelhawkins6149]

I was a VIPer of Joe Gilder for years...I still have his courses. Its funny that I live close to him but I've never met him.

[@daviHuggMonster]

*sniff he ignored my humble channel some I do follow my self, some I did and not anymore, I am no fan of too much gear/business stuff. I rather look for knowledge

[@CaptainMoto]

Mike, super list of good people doing great things! I'll offer up one more: @The Time Preservation Society and of course a shameless plug for my own little channel @CaptainMoto