Sound Engineer

i love you i hate you

A love–hate relationship is an interpersonal relationship involving simultaneous or alternating emotions of love and hate – something particularly common when emotions are intense.

The term is used frequently in psychology, popular writing and journalism.  It can be applied to relationships with inanimate objects, or even concepts, as well as those of a romantic nature or between siblings and parents/children.

Wikipedia ~

The 11th photo entry for my weekly Self Portrait Journal.  A 52 week glimpse into the attributes of James Olmos.

Week Eleven - Sound Engineer

I love writing songs.  I hate recording.  The sound engineer hat fits uncomfortably on my head and so I don't enjoy wearing it.  It means that I have to sit for long periods of time, listening to my voice, guitar and recording mistakes over and over and over and over . . . I have to learn about mixing, mastering and monitoring sound.  I hate it.

I just want to write songs . . . I'm a songwriter . . . (fine!) and a sound engineer (sometimes).

From Self Portrait Journal - 52 Project

Listen to my "Take One Project" @ www.jamesolmos.com where I simply hit record and sing, then with minimal editing, post to Soundcloud.

James Olmos Music - Newsletter #3

I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music.

Billy Joel

I love this quote by, Billy Joel.  Music is healing in so many ways and on so many levels.  I get excited when I'm able to share my music to support a cause.  This month I had the privilege to offer my songs to support:

Autism Awareness - raises awareness of Autism and donates funds for Autism Society
Compassion Song - offers deep support for children via music and counseling
Artists In The Plus - compilation album supporting independent artists globally via G+
Oso Creek Eco Challenge - Earth Day Arbor Day community awareness of nature

Other News

• New Music Videos - uploaded new music videos - please subscribe
• Live Performance - you're invited as I perform at the Oso Creek Eco Challenge
• I was ZOMBIFIED - check out Byron Rempel's art and get yourself Zombified
• The Song Lounge - I host a show about music, philosophy and awesomeness
• Take One Project - new artists added
• LA Music Examiner - quick mention of me regarding my song contribution

How can I help?

• Sharing is caring - please join me on my social networks and share the musical love

Keep enjoying the moments ~

James

Sex On Fire

Kings of Leon, Sex On Fire video with a twist!

Listen for The Police - Message In A Bottle - mixed in to this cover song.

A James Olmos Music Video  

Please share this video on your social networks. And thanks for watching!

James Olmos Music - Newsletter #02

FEBRUARY IS AN EXCITING MONTH FOR ME

WATCH as I'm putting on my recording cap, positioning microphones and firing up my Studio One recording software.  Yes - My 2013 album is in motion!

Are you excited as I am?  I look forward to sharing this musical journey with you.  I'll post studio action shots on my blogs and social networks.  And if you have a backstage pass on my website then you'll get to hear some sample sounds, comment and offer suggestions on the forum board, watch short recording session videos and be the first to hear the finished product!

What's New?

• iTunes - now available
• Buy My Physical CD - old school style
• Take One Project - new artists added
• Album Song Choices - backstage exclusive LISTEN
• Google Plus Hangouts - new shows added
• Fly Again - new song, work-in-progress

Coming Soon!

• Photo Shoot - by Emily Arnold
• The Song Lounge - Hosts Tim Behrens & James Olmos a Hangout On Air
• Zombies - by +byron rempel
• Music collaboration - +Anacron's saxophone on "In A Moment"
• Music collaboration - +Tim Behrens' vocals & keyboard on "I Hurt"

How can I help?

• SHARE my MUSIC and WEBSITE with friends and family
• SHARE my VIDEOS on your social networks
• SHARE my social network POSTS - it only takes one fun click

Keep enjoying the moments ~

James