Want to know what it's like to be an engineer or producer in the Australian music scene? Join Stu Watts as he interviews some of the best talent to come out of Australia. You'll learn about mindset, sessions, plugins and gear, and actionable advice from some of the best that Down Under has to offer.
What's That Sound?
Claim This Podcastby Stu Watts
78 episodes
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Want to know what it's like to be an engineer or producer in the Australian music scene? Join Stu Watts as he interviews some of the best talent to come out of Australia. You'll learn about mindset, sessions, plugins and gear, and actionable advice from some of the best that Down Under has to offer.
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Recent Episodes
June 23, 2026
The Key To Understanding The Artist's Vision (with Craig Kemp) | What's That Sound? Ep 70
<p>Stu Watts chats with Craig Kemp, who is a Melbourne-based producer, mixing engineer, and songwriter who brings over a decade of music industry experience and a foundational background as a guitar teacher to his deeply collaborative studio process. Infusing his work with a mentor’s patience and insight, he helps artists articulate their vision and uncover the truest, most powerful versions of their songs while ensuring the creative environment is built on trust and inspiration. Craig's production and compositions have achieved broad commercial reach, featured across advertising campaigns, independent short films, and the major streaming platform Stan. Ultimately free of ego, Craig’s core mission remains steadfast whether scoring for the screen or shaping a record: to craft authentic, connected final mixes that enhance a project's emotional narrative and allow the music to speak honestly to the artist’s intent.</p><p>How you can support the podcast:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@whatsthatsoundpodcast"></a></p><p><a href="http://eepurl.com/jki7WY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Sign up to our monthly newsletter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@whatsthatsoundpodcast">Subscribe on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://whatsthatsoundpodcast.bandcamp.com">Buy some merch</a></p><p><a href="https://paypal.me/whatsthatsound/">Donate</a><a href="https://instagram.com/whatsthatsoundpodcast"></a></p><p><a href="https://instagram.com/whatsthatsoundpodcast">What's That Sound? on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://instagram.com/stu.watts.audio">Stu Watts on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/craigkemp/">Craig Kemp on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://stuwattsaudio.com">Stu's Website</a></p><p><a href="https://craigkemp.com/">Craig's Website</a></p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2gmcBFtX95bvoo4OneX9ws?si=bab1baa2e4ea4ce9">Listen to Stu's work on Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/21zlKVGZFVyCaqh63YdRP9?si=da43fecf62fa48d0">Listen to Craig's work on Spotify</a></p><p>Enquiries and suggestions: <a href="">podcast.whatsthatsound@gmail.com</a> </p>
May 26, 2026
Why The Goal Should Always Be "Make Good Art" (with Malcolm Besley) | What's That Sound? Ep 69
<p>Stu Watts chats with Malcolm Besley. With gold and platinum records, an ARIA nomination and four triple j feature album’s; Malcolm’s work is recognised world-wide. Based out of his own studio in Melbourne, Malcolm has produced and mixed for artists such as Northeast Party House, Slowly Slowly, Partiboi69, City Calm Down, Client Liaison, Shouse and many more. His approach to production is one of nurturing integrity, fidelity and character. </p><p>How you can support the podcast:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@whatsthatsoundpodcast"></a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@whatsthatsoundpodcast">Subscribe on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://whatsthatsoundpodcast.bandcamp.com">Buy some merch</a></p><p><a href="https://paypal.me/whatsthatsound/">Donate</a><a href="https://instagram.com/whatsthatsoundpodcast"></a></p><p><a href="https://instagram.com/whatsthatsoundpodcast">What's That Sound? on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://instagram.com/stu.watts.audio">Stu Watts on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/malcolmbesley/">Malcolm on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://stuwattsaudio.com">Stu's Website</a></p><p><a href="https://malcolmbesley.com/">Malcolm's Website</a></p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2gmcBFtX95bvoo4OneX9ws?si=bab1baa2e4ea4ce9">Listen to Stu's work on Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5PJg7Blxe4EvFDVLI196W9?si=6e8d6c0529494df2">Listen to Malcolm's work on Spotify</a></p><p>Enquiries and suggestions: <a href="">podcast.whatsthatsound@gmail.com</a> </p>
May 5, 2026
South Africa to Aus: Co-Writes, Mixes and Sync Placements (with Miggy) | What's That Sound? Ep 68
<p>Stu Watts chats with Miggy, who is a Sydney-based producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist working across R&B, hip-hop and pop.His credits span a range of established and emerging artists including Day1, Amanda Reifer, Sam Fischer, QUIN and Keiynan Lonsdale, alongside a plethora of works that have connected with major publishing and label systems.With a track record across artist releases and sync placements, including projects with Warner Chappell Music, Sony Music, BMG, UMPG and Netflix, Miggy operates at the intersection of culture and commercial viability.Currently further scaling his reach into international territories, Miggy’s work remains defined by a sonic signature of collaborative chemistry, emotionally resonant, genre-fluid production with a strong crossover appeal designed to stick.</p><p>How you can support the podcast:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@whatsthatsoundpodcast"></a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@whatsthatsoundpodcast">Subscribe on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://whatsthatsoundpodcast.bandcamp.com">Buy some merch</a></p><p><a href="https://paypal.me/whatsthatsound/">Donate</a><a href="https://instagram.com/whatsthatsoundpodcast"></a></p><p><a href="https://instagram.com/whatsthatsoundpodcast">What's That Sound? on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://instagram.com/stu.watts.audio">Stu Watts on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/prodbymiggy/">Miggy on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://stuwattsaudio.com">Stu Watts Website</a></p><p><a href="https://prodbymiggy.com/">Miggy Website</a></p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2gmcBFtX95bvoo4OneX9ws?si=bab1baa2e4ea4ce9">Listen to Stu's work on Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6ZJbpAPpHzzA3IqAzO6IPu?si=6aOM2TYQTUWgH2L1krUZPw">Listen to Miggy's work on Spotify</a></p><p>Enquiries and suggestions: <a href="">podcast.whatsthatsound@gmail.com</a> </p>
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