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In this prime collection of first-hand interviews, 37 of the world's toprecord producers share their creative secrets and hit-making techniques – from the practical to the artistic. George Martin reveals the t echnical and musical challenges of working with The Beatles, while Phil Ramone, producer for such artists as Billy Joel, discusses studio wall treatments. Offering real-world advice on everything from mics to mixing to coaching a nervous singer, producers interviewed include Arif Mardin (Aretha Franklin), Brian Wilson (The Beach Boys), Alan Parsons (Pink Floyd) and more.