The Dr. Mix Story (Anthony Interviews Doctor Mix)

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ABOUT THIS VIDEO
In this exclusive interview, I'll delve into the fascinating journey of Claudio Passavanti, the multi-talented British-Italian music producer, mixing & mastering engineer and pianist who transformed into the KZbin sensation known as "Dr. Mix." His narrative takes us from childhood dreams to the realization of his KZbin stardom-a true-life saga that underscores the importance of self-belief and pursuing unconventional but necessary paths that lead to the fulfillment of your dreams.
Be sure to explore Claudio's captivating videos on his channel, @Doctormix where he offers weekly reviews, invaluable tips, and cutting-edge techniques on music production, meticulous hit-song reconstructions, and the intricacies of mixing and mastering.
00:00 Introduction
01:02 Doctor Mix Early Years
09:34 Teenage Years, Programming Drums
13:20 Coming to America, Making a Jazz Record
19:57 Back to Italy, Producing Italian Music
24:59 Moving to London, Discovering Electronic Music,
28:15 Sunlight Square, Becoming Doctor Mix
29:47 Becoming a "KZbinr"
31:00 "The Simpsons vs Star Trek”
32:07 Early Doctor Mix Gear Videos, Hands Only on Screen
33:07 "Crazy Synthesizers Video", Making Synth Videos and Blowing Up
38:22 Discovering the Doctor Mix Persona
40:28 Lightning Round
50:58 Conclusion
38:22 Discovering the Doctor Mix Persona
40:28 Lightning Round
50:58 Conclusion
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ABOUT ANTHONY
Anthony's musical touch as both composer and performer is connected with some of the most influential creative minds over the last 40 years. He’s composed and conducted original orchestral scores for over 80 feature films including Young Guns , Internal Affairs , The Man From Elysian Fields , 15 Minutes and Planes, Trains & Automobiles , been commissioned by the Los Angeles Philharmonic for his symphonic work "In the Family Way", written over one thousand TV commercials in a myriad of musical styles, co-founded Levels Audio Post (LA's premiere post production facility) and performed and arranged on big-box-office films and influential hit records such as Michael Jackson's Thriller .
His extensive work as a young arranger, orchestrator and performer for Quincy Jones , Jack Nitzsche , Lamont Dozier , Arthur Rubenstein and Giorgio Moroder was vital in launching his own career. His early years pioneering modular analog synthesizers along with his wide-ranging music scholarship positioned Anthony at the center of the music technology revolution. He attended the University of Southern California School of Music as a piano and composition major.
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[@donniecatalano]

2 great people in the same room at the same time. Wonderful

[@Joseph-fq6hm]

Two men passionate about music and synthesizers, amazing content!

[@ElBeeEss]

So good to hear Claudio's whole story. I love that he hasn't lost an ounce of his childhood enthusiasm; it's so appealing seeing the joy that shines right out of him when he's making music.

[@Doctormix]

🕺🙌

[@galaxeer]

Let us always be aware what a genius Michael Jackson was and how he inspired so many ladies and gentlemen in order to create such incredible music for us. ..thank you all who contributed with their hearts and souls...❤❤❤ And thanks to Claudio and Anthony who made me think about it ....peace

[@user-yl8en9po9p]

This isn’t an interview….it’s an interrogation. 😂

[@TheGazBass]

I don't own a synth. I'm a bass player, but I simply CANNOT STOP WATCHING THESE VIDEOS! Anthony & Dr Mix are just an incredible wealth of music knowledge it's impossible to look away. Thank you both for the vast insight and enthusiasm you share these secrets with. Even as experts, you can tell these two are forever students, zero ego & thirsting for knowledge, that's how we should all strive to be!

[@quantize]

its music knowledge, process, attitude, its a wonderful example of how successful people can be down to earth and open.

[@pauleugene8286]

Claudio comes across as a sincere, fun person. That can't be faked! I love his playing, and love for music! Great video!

[@Doctormix]

ohhh thank you man! 🙏 I appreciate it

[@PebblesChan]

Claudio’s KZbin delay worked in his favour; it allowed the Internet speed, video resolutions and tools to improve to make fantastic quality productions.

[@hawk194]

What a fantastic conversation between two amazing people. Really interesting to hear Claudio's story. Anthony is a good interviewer too. Very natural and engaging.

[@RaniOsnat]

First of all, Anthony is just a great interviewer - attentive and inquisitive. I loved Claudio’s childhood story because it’s similar to mine… except I ended up not doing music as a career, but I could have… I also had people who recognized my talents and made some money while in high school programming synths.

[@enricopallazzoofficial]

Amazing interview and, finally, we had a chance to understand the man behind Doctor Mix. Thanks again Anthony for those videos

[@-thetapestream-channel1808]

yes ,because in Italy we like to loose our finest artists and musicians ....grande Claudiooo!!!

[@christopherjansen5135]

I love Dr. Mix. He’s the Sponge Bob SquarePants of the music industry. Energetic, super-smart and so nice! Thanks for interviewing him.

[@pimbrokken]

I watch KZbin everyday. This is the best video I have seen ever. This should be done to lots of famous youtubers of whom we don't know their personal stories. It lets both Dr Mix and Anthony shine at their brightest.

[@PutItAway101]

Very good interview. Insightful questions and you let him answer them. Professional interviewers could learn from this!

[@culttelevision]

This is a great Italian diasporic collab . Claudio and Anthony Unite ! Artistic visas should be made easier for promising talent .

[@mrkeeny]

Anthony is a great interviewer, should have a million subs! it will come. cheers!

[@robertbox5399]

He started on a Bontempi!!! Press a chord, and they ran out of wind lol!

[@bitzclipsmatt214]

I cant remember the last time I've ever watched two amazing musical creators collaborating . Loved this so much.👏👏👏😃

[@ModePhaser]

Instantly one of my favorite synth channels on YT. Thank you for all your insight Anthony! Cheers!

[@neilloughran4437]

Awesome interview! I remember those Bontempi organs that sounded like they had a vacuum cleaner in them.... what a racket. Claudio has a wonderful personality and a broad range of taste in music.

[@elsongs]

I had one too! I wanted to integrate it with my studio but it's somewhat flatter than A=440.

[@PersonManManManMan]

1:25 That was very wholesome welcome with hands wide open, awesome stuff

[@trstack]

Wow, thanks for changing my perspective. I haven’t been a fan of “Dr. Mix” but the backstory and real conversation changed my view.

[@Esperluet]

Charles-Louis Hanon, "Le pianiste virtuose", oh my god 😮

[@Gerald_Daniel]

...what an unexpectedly diverse career!

[@johnmax5652]

Old School, Full Contact Meeting is Priceless...

[@geekazoid47]

Claudio is a delight. Thanks for getting him to tell us his story.

[@OLLiGoldeaux]

i`m from germany. born in 1966 i knew the musical invention from Jarre, Kraftwerk etc. We have good electronic Instruments using bands, like "spliff", " Krupps ", "Propaganda", many more. I´m interested in recording, mostly guitar, but the other instruments i record by myself. Dr. Mix is the person which improve my interesting to dive in the 80s Synth sound. thanks for that. fun is also.

[@ChrisJones-md9jz]

When I was a kid, I had a Bontempi Chord Organ & later a Commodore Vic-20!

[@drhoffman]

Great to hear Claudio's story and background!!! Awesome!! Love you guys and your work

[@Mr_A_Mia]

Claudio brings so much joy to making and exploring music. Im glad he’s made it to this wonderful channel.

[@KedTaczynski]

@46:08 I’ve been telling musician friends this for years, the main stage is now digital, brick and mortar venues are secondary. Great interview Anthony.

[@Wagoo]

Good to see Dr. Mix talking like a normal human - I usually can't take his amped up presentation style for most of his videos. He's a talented player though, and the style seems to work for a lot of his subscribers. Great interview, cheers

[@Shred_The_Weapon]

Claudio had one missing link when he started learning to play classical piano at the end of the 70s. This was the time before the following three albums had been made public. If he had access to those albums, it might have provided a bridge across the chasm between what he was being taught and where his passion was. *Bach-Handel 300* - Gratziano Mandozzi *BachBusters* - Don Dorsey *Beethoven or Bust* - Don Dorsey Those three records were done in the second half of the 80s using a combination of digital and analog synthesizers that had not yet become available when Claudio was still growing up. No Synclavier II, PPG Wave 2, Roland MKS-80, Oberheim, Xpander, Yamaha TX7 or TX-816. Even having one of those albums to hand would have probably made a world of difference. Because the only one of its type that had been made available around the world was Wendy Carlos’ *Switched-on Bach,* chances are that nobody knew additional records like it could continue to be made. What he says near the conclusion about wanting to build his own dream studio facility is easy for me to relate to. I’m from an upstate village called Washingtonville, and I’ve long had fantasies of turning the middle school I attended into a full grown music and art facility. I would turn the classrooms into recording facilities on the ground level, the gymnasium into an echo chamber, the cafeterias into commissaries and the upstairs into dedicated music education facilities. The auditorium, of course, would remain pretty much as it already is.

[@tom_machine]

Claudio has the biggest heart in the world. He is a wonderful person who can only be loved. Thank you Anthony!

[@cristi_jazz]

For me, a kid in his twenties who plays keyboards, just finished his music college and recently started teaching music as well, this was truly inspirational. Thank you Claudio, thank you Anthony !

[@EdinJohan]

These two people together! ❤ You are great influences on us all, you give so much! Thank for this moment! 🎉

[@paolopaioli601]

Certo, l’ottavo nano, con il grande Corrado Guzzanti 👏🏼

[@Doctormix]

yessss!!!! si si

[@stumeek6825]

Wow, fascinating interview, brilliant absolutely loved it , great channel Anthony A++++ thank you love from the uk 🇬🇧

[@liotier]

The media as a tool vs. the media as the business itself... Dr. Mix isn't alone in not having caught on the latter's opportunity in spite of having had it literally in his own hands: I have been connected to the Internet for more than thirty years and, as many information technology and networking geek, was totally blindsided by the media people who ate us alive. No regrets - surfed another wave !

[@therealmattmann]

Anthony and Claudio...in the SAME video....WOW! Just WOW!!

[@marcoagius6926]

CLAUDIO+ANTHONY= 2 SYNTH WIZARDS!

[@Davkas]

In the short time I've known about Doctor Mix's channel, I've learned so much and found so much inspiration to create music of my own. It's awesome getting to peek behind the curtain a bit and really get to know Claudio a bit more and hear about his journey of how he got to where he is today. Thanks for a great interview, Anthony!

[@minisynthcollective7822]

He is just a top bloke. We all learn from this loveable man. Really like and respect him.

[@gusgarcia4461]

We are so lucky to have these guys around in our lifetime.

[@allenpaley]

One of my favourite things about The Doctor is that he inspires aspiration to improve as a musician. Anyone with a few hundred or a few thousand dollars can buy the same synthesizer that he showcases in his videos, but to make it sound good and do it in style requires skill and discipline. Dr. Mix shows how synthesizers are not just toys that go Bing bong but actual instruments of sonic magic.

[@AnalogX64]

This was a treat. Anthony asked the perfect questions. I'm glad the two of you got together.💖💖💖😁👍

[@rafaelventura978]

You two guys are amazing!!!! Viva la música!!!!

[@SPINNINGMYWHEELS777]

@12:30 makes sense he was always using media / Television for the influence from the get go - that's awesome to hear.

[@gps4l184]

The start of the interview reminds me of when I started, and people asked if I was tone deaf. My ears needed training, also because I had back then no idea about scales. After a month of six, while refusing to give up, something went pop in my head, and I started to hear if I was in tune or not. :)

[@JohnMoser66]

Both of you are iconic synth maestros! :-)

[@RayyMusik]

“Another great Italian!“ (Frank Zappa) Thank you, guys. I enjoyed this interview so much!

[@svenl.69]

Thank you for giving me that impressions. I really envy you guys for these interesting ways you made. And its really fine that you let the audience take part in it. So well, the only moment of true enlightment for me came after the fall of the berlin wall. When we came out of our eastern holes to create and celebrate a new art of music in the caverns and backyards of Berlin. I really like that you teach the people. I will never have the experience or the gear u have. But i really love watching u sharing some knowledge. Thanks!

[@daveparker6744]

This was awesome, Anthony. Just found your channel because of Claudio. This is synth and music heaven. Thanks for all of the incredible sounds you've given us. I remember buying Thriller the day it came out. NEVER gets old.

[@hightowerTB303]

Here comes together what belongs together ❤️🍻

[@sujanmusic]

What a great interview - thank you Anthony and Dr. Mix.

[@bluesyjazzer1156]

Italians united! Next time call: Rick Beato, Gino Vanneli, Al Di Meola, John Pattituci....the list doesnt end! I love Italy! ❤😊

[@bramvanrens91]

Interesting story behind the origins of Dr. Mix. Goes to show anything is possible if you set your mind to it. Hard work pays off in the end.

[@electronavalanche]

I really enjoyed the way you conducted this interview. Claudio seems to be a very authentic human being. Thnak you guys!

[@YoshixVR]

Claudio is an awesome musician! 💙

[@kencrisp6333]

Anthony...your interviewing style is genuine and by keeping track of everything Dr. Mix said, you did a great job summarizing his journey multiple times during the course of the interview. You came across not only as a talented interviewer, but as someone who knows their stuff...and knows the business. Dr. Mix, of course, was very interesting and entertaining to listen to. It was long overdue getting to know more about him and seeing that he is talented, honest and humble. I thoroughly enjoy watching him on KZbin and I will be looking for more stuff from you as well! To both of you....GREAT JOB!

[@Asmuk]

Anthony, you're such a great interviewer, smart, inteligent; you make sure the interviewee keeps on track, gets the whole story, point inconsistencies to get to the point ("why did you leave Italy?" - "Music was dying" "You just told me it was great").

[@kimonas70]

Hello from Greece, I am an amateur keyboard and accordion player, both of you are great!

[@MuzixMaker]

Anthony, you’re really a good interviewer. Please do more as time and interest allows.

[@iamyourfuture808]

Fun fact, he really is a qualified surgeon.

[@marc.lepage]

Claudio's success is well deserved, thank you for an interesting interview.

[@Doctormix]

Thank you so much 🙏❤ I appreciate it. 🕺

[@sahleuq]

40:30 It was great to finally know your history, Doctor Mix 😄. I always wondered who this guy is. Thanks, Anthony, for interviewing him. Great interview. And, BTW, this is the first video I watched on your channel.

[@JamesMyddelton]

Great interview - great questions, always wanted to know more about Claudio !

[@ahoksure]

Two legends in the same room

[@robthesamplist]

I love these two youtubers have done for a long time...Anthony is such a great natural interviewer! id watch his saturday night show!

[@aftertheendtimes]

Thank you dear Anthony for this interview with Dr. Mix,...

[@tzodearf2596]

Only thing left for Dr Mix is for you to produce a Dr Mix, Davie 504 collab.

[@algorix8420]

Man, Claudio's story is so incredible, as an Italian myself i am so inspired right now

[@hugojames85]

This is exactly how my music career has panned out. I was also engaged and paid loads of money by RAI for no apparent reason from the age of 13, and then immediately had stratospheric musical success in America equally for no apparent reason from the age of 20. That's just how things work in life.

[@gitzah]

Passion is what people want to see and they get it from both professionals. Thanks for this video and your channels!

[@bereantrb]

Anthony, thank you for this. I’m subscribed to you both and had seen Claudio’s video & was looking forward to whatever you had coming. Didn’t expect the interview. It’s important to get the human stories. Enjoyable & thoughtful.

[@andyb-com]

Brilliant video. Make sure Claudio hasn’t slipped that Jupiter 8 in his case.

[@ProjectOverseer]

Love Dr Mix ... Fantastic insightful interview. I learnt a few more things 😎

[@TheKnobCalledTone.]

I'm not a producer (and probably never will be because I lack the talent and motivation lol), but I love Dr. Mix's videos because he's so enthusiastic and is great at explaining stuff. Seems like a cool guy too. Great interview.

[@soniklink-WKD4496]

Nice one Anthony!, I have followed Doctor Mix for some years now, but he has only ever hinted at his background throughout. So nice to hear his route thru life, an exceptional player & a great ear for sounds. This is why we love Doctor Mix. 👍🙂❤

[@1798iscomingback]

Strikes me profoundly the consequences of raising a child with a mentality and will to not only go after what you want but also be open to what is new . I think there is enough material here to pt together a course for parents on how to raise a kid that will develop their full potential.

[@funkycochise]

Thank you Claudio and Anthony for this video 💙

[@mojito6629]

Claudio is a very humble person. (With all respect to Anthony Marinelli) He doesn't need somebody at the level of 'Dr. Mix", like Anthony did to Dr.Mix 'pinging',.. to response personally right away when he can. I was amazed once, when he responsed to my comment in Facebook personally, and that was not a very important comment from me either actually, while I understand he is a very busy person. Great person.

[@BreannaMae]

You and Claudio are two of the best on here when it comes to music production! I absolutely adore both of your channels here on KZbin! As a singer, songwriter, composer and producer myself, I find your channels to be a wealth of valuable information and for that I'm grateful! Thank you for doing this interview, Anthony, and keep up the wonderful work you're doing.😊

[@SRDhain]

He's a dude! He's blessed that he's followed his heart and just got on with it. Lots of graft (and travel), and he's got to where he is. A great interview, Anthony.👍

[@chriscwharris]

Got my Vic20 when I was 12 for Christmas 1982… still have it 😊

[@SaundiHemmo]

Morning coffee with legendary Anthony and Claudio. You should do some more series together!

[@hdsubstance1]

Brilliant alliance I see here. Love both of your content.

[@urrrccckostan]

It was the Knight Rider Theme song video that got me hooked on Dr. Mix!

[@oystercatcher943]

Dr. Mix is the same age as me but 20 years cooler. Brilliant interview of my favourite musicians and educators ❤

[@Esperluet]

Stuck in the middle of 2 videos, thanks guys, cannot sleep 😳🤣

[@monstera677]

Fun + synths+knowledge = Dr. Mix’s YT channel!!

[@Doctormix]

🕺

[@theassselector]

grande Claudio! essere lì, con Mr Anthony Marinelli, fa capire ancora una volta quanto tu sia importante nel panorama musicale mondiale 👏👏👏

[@francoisbasquin6974]

Again, a very nice video. Very glad to discover Claudio more, thank you Antony. Strangely, Claudio and I had quite a similar beginning. I was in France, and I started with the same Bontempi organ, trying to reproduce the music I can hear on radio and TV. Then I also got a electronic Bontempi, around 10, the cheapest available, but at least 4-5 different sounds and a few rhythms. I wanted to study music, but the school in the small city I was living was too rigid: classical music only, no access to instruments, only theory and reading (yes, I also had the Hannon); I left after 2-3 years, very disappointed. The turning point that makes me getting interest on synths was Oxygene (JM Jarre) and Eye In The Sky by Alan Parsons Project. I sold the Bontempi for a Yamaha PS20, and I purchased my first synth a Yamaha CS01.. Later I worked during several summer to get enough money to purchase a DX7 (with the help of my parents). In 1985, this was THE synth everybody wanted to have. The small town I was living had a recording studio, and we recorded some ads for a local radio: I really loved it. I also got to program the VIC20 at school, and I started to study electronic to understand how synths work. But I was hooked by computers and decided to study and make my living with. Despite I played with multiple bands, and also recorded in studios (I now have my own), music is just a hobby.

[@GeorgeAmodei21]

I'm glad you both were able to get together. Both are very Talented! George Amodei :)

[@GlennMainMusic]

FANTASTIC 🫶 We love you man ! Thanx for being YOU 😃😃

[@TheMirolab]

I've only just discovered BOTH of these guys in the past few months, via their amazing videos, and I feel like I've made friends with them. Love them both.... and I live in L.A.

[@FLH3official]

2 of my favourites together 👍

[@homo192]

That was awesome authentic entertainment, Anthony and Claudio! Thank you so much, you two really made my day! Anthony, you should consider getting on with this interview format. I think you're just the right person for this, because you give the other person enough room to express themselves, while still being in a real conversation, instead of reeling off prepared questions.

[@budgetkeyboardist]

I'm a massive fan of Claudio's channel, and I'm a big fan of this channel now, too. I could listen to these guys talk for hours.

[@cactus-wren]

Amazing! Looking forward to watch this. Have a nice day/night, Anthony!