Recording Backtracks for Performance
Something we find ourselves doing all the time at the recording studio is making backtracks for live performances. Sometimes artists are preparing for a television appearance and other times they are EDM recording artists who perform at nightclubs, but whatever the circumstance, having a “TV track” is really important for most performers. In case you are not familiar, a TV track is a backtrack that has everything in it except for the singer’s (or soloist’s) lead line in it. This way they can perform their music without having a whole band and backup singers come along with them.
This month we have been working a whole lot for one of our favorite recording artists, Michael Barimo, making his TV tracks for an upcoming tour he has. He often brings a full band with him, Di Bari, but some of his shows are at venues not equipped to host a live band. One of the great things about doing TV tracks for Michael Barimo is that we get to play the instruments on his tracks. In fact, Michael has been one of our longest and most loyal clients and we have written lots of songs and instrumentals together. It is a joy recording music for him at the studio and getting to play instruments and compose for him. This month has just been another great month making music together and working on his materials for his live performances. Can’t wait to see how his tour goes!
