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Carson Slovak & Grant Mcfarland mixes "Where Owls Know My Name" by Rivers of Nihil and "Bridge" by Candlebox
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“Where Owls Know My Name” is one of the most daring and sonically ambitious tracks in modern tech death, and this Nail The Mix session opens the door to every layer that makes it work. Rivers of Nihil’s 2018 full-length is widely recognized for pushing the boundaries of the genre with atmospheric depth, genre fusion, and musicality without compromising aggression—and the title track is the centerpiece of that evolution.
Mixed by Carson Slovak and Grant McFarland (Atrium Audio), whose work includes August Burns Red, Black Crown Initiate, and Polaris, this session lets you dig into a production that balances rich, ambient textures with brutality. There’s saxophone, Rhodes keys, and analog synths integrated into blast beats and crushing guitar riffs—none of which can be buried if the mix is going to work. Managing the low-end is particularly challenging, with layered orchestration across the spectrum that demands separation without sacrificing glue.
Vocal production also stands out. Jake Dieffenbach’s snarling growls contrast with clean and ambient voices from guest and band member alike. You’ll encounter heavy processing chains, stereo modulation, nuanced automation techniques, and wet/dry parallel workflows essential to handling the vocal depth and width. The drum work features extreme editing and layering that still had to retain performance integrity and groove.
Download the multitracks and get your hands into one of the most unique and intricate mixes in modern death metal. This is an invaluable mixing session for anyone looking to build clarity, emotion, and aggression into a dense wall of sound.
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