What defines cutting-edge music production today? At Sonic Days 2025, the Music Production track will bring together internationally acclaimed professionals to explore the craft, technology, and artistry behind modern sound creation. From immersive audio and spatial recording to electronic performance and experimental workflows, this track will highlight those shaping the way music is made, experienced, and shared.
Featured guests include:
- Michael Romanowski – Five-time Grammy Award winner and ten-time nominee, based in Berkeley, California, and chief mastering engineer at Coast Mastering. With over thirty years in the industry and more than 4,000 albums mastered, he will discuss mastering, immersive formats, and how attention to sonic detail can elevate the listening experience.
- Justin Gray – Producer, songwriter, and technologist working across pop, R&B, and world music. Gray will discuss the intersection of creativity and technology in music production and how spatial audio can expand the emotional impact of music. He will also explore approaches to collaboration, innovative production techniques, and strategies for pushing sonic boundaries in both studio and live contexts.
- Morten Lindberg – Norwegian producer and engineer with the label 2L, specializing in acoustic and classical recording. He will discuss capturing the subtle nuances of acoustic performances and crafting recordings that immerse listeners in the performance space. Lindberg will also address precision in microphone placement, acoustic fidelity, and techniques for preserving the natural character of instruments in high-resolution formats.
- Jenny Rossander / Lydmor – Danish artist, producer, and composer known for her electronic production and vocals. In her talk, she will explore her personal philosophy of music and sound, including inspiration, mindset, and sound design, while sharing insights from her work on films as well as her own productions, offering a glimpse into her creative approach and methods for crafting distinctive sonic textures.
- Hans‑Martin Buff – Veteran engineer and producer with decades of studio experience, including work with major international artists. He will address immersive mix production and how integrating analog techniques with modern spatial audio can transform the listener’s experience. Buff will also discuss balancing technical precision with creative intuition and strategies for achieving depth, clarity, and emotional resonance in complex mixes.
With its mix of technical insight, creative vision, and international expertise, the Music Production track at Sonic Days 2025 will offer audiences a unique opportunity to explore the future of music production and gain inspiration from some of the field’s most influential voices.