Mix With The Masters – Jack Antonoff Production ‘Please Please Please’ by Sabrina Carpenter

Jack returns to the studio to reveal the creative process behind Sabrina Carpenter’s breakout hit “Please Please Please.” The visionary producer breaks down his unconventional approach to recording music and shows how it helped craft the bold, theatrical arrangement that soared to the top of the charts.

To demonstrate his process, Jack takes the song back to its acoustic roots and gradually rebuilds it, track by track. As he isolates each instrument, you’ll learn how the song evolved from a gentle country ballad to a vibrant progressive pop anthem featuring chamber flutes, sparkling synths, and a cascade of exquisite strings.

He explores his hands-on approach to recording and emphasizes the importance of the human touch – even when working with digital instruments. This tactile process allows him to enter a more creative state, where small mistakes can lead to significant creative breakthroughs.

Tying it all together is Sabrina’s standout vocal performance. Jack looks at his approach to arranging and recording her vocals, emphasizing the importance of leaving space and inviting the listener to sing along. He also breaks down the song’s iconic key change, offering tips on how to take your compositions to the next level in fresh and exciting ways.

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