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#3 MPG Masterclass - DRUM PRODUCTION. Guests: Greg Haver, Neil Baldock, Brandon Haru, Dave Rhodes, hosted by Chris Chetland.
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Neil Baldock

Neil Baldock

With over 30 years of studio experience, Neil has worked with a diverse range of artists including Kanye West, Common, Neil Finn, Crowded House, Billy Ray Cyrus, Joe Satriani, Taj Mahal, Dave Dobbyn, Ben Lee, Wilco, members of Radiohead, KT Tunstall, Bic Runga, Cairo Knife Fight, Black Eyed Peas and Head Like A Hole. He’s had the privilege of learning directly from legendary producers like Jim Scott, Joe Chiccarelli, Nick Launay, and Chris Lord-Alge.

Greg Haver

Greg Haver

Greg Haver is a decorated producer with a diverse background in engineering, programming, and drumming. His illustrious career is marked by collaborations with renowned artists such as the Manic Street Preachers, Melanie C, INME, Opshop, John Cale, Catatonia, Super Furry Animals, and Bullet for my Valentine. His reputation is built on innovative arrangements and versatile production skills.

Dave Rhodes

Dave Rhodes

Dave Rhodes is an award winning freelance music producer, sound engineer and studio owner, based in Whitianga on the Coromandel Peninsula. With over 25 years of music production and industry experience, Dave has collaborated with countless bands and musicians to bring their creative visions to life including number one albums for Devilskin and Blindspott. As a drummer, Dave has a passion for capturing great drum sounds and has spent years fine-tuning his approach.

Brandon Haru

Brandon Haru

Brandon Haru is a New Zealand‑based multi‑instrumentalist and award‑winning producer whose work spans electronic soul, hip‑hop, and experimental sound rooted in his cultural heritage. He’s produced for leading Kiwi artists including Ladi6, Valkyrie, @peace and Niko Walters, consistently bringing a fresh, genre‑blurring sensibility to every project.

Ash Harris

Ash Harris

Starting as a producer working with artists like Sam V, Church & AP, and Jaevan, Ash Harris quickly expanded his role to offer broader support - such as organising shows and setlists. In August 2023, Ash joined Higher Ground alongside Dan Woolston as day-to-day manager for 9lives (3.2 million Spotify Monthly Listeners).

Rei

Rei

Rei is a Silver Scroll finalist with over 14 million streams online and a #1 on the United States Spotify viral chart. Rei has just returned from a 6-week international trip producing and writing with indigenous Turtle Island (Canada) artists such as Tvlon, Pisim and Semiah, and has also previously collaborated in the UK, Australia and the US. He's also attended or showcased at WOMEX (UK & Portugal), SXSW (Sydney) and the International Indigenous Music Summit (Canada).

Flynn Cranston

Flynn Cranston

Flynn Cranston is a Christchurch‑based music producer and multi‑instrumentalist who made global waves at just 15. Starting his musical journey on guitar and busking in Katikati, Flynn transitioned into beatmaking in 2019, crafting melodies and drum patterns from his bedroom that caught the attention of top US hip‑hop artists. In March 2021, alongside Pluto Brazy, he co‑produced “Richer” - a single by Rod Wave featuring Polo G - which reached #22 on the US Billboard Hot 100, has gone 4x Platinum.

MUESLIBEATS

MUESLIBEATS

MUESLIBEATS is a passionate and innovative music producer with nearly a decade of experience shaping the sonic landscapes of diverse musical genres. They have achieved significant success, earning placements on the US Billboard Charts and securing song features in Hollywood films, TV series, and advertising campaigns. Their work has also produced multiple chart-topping NZ singles. By collaborating closely with artists, companies, and record labels, MUESLIBEATS has created a signature sound.

LMC

LMC

Auckland based certified platinum producer LMC has made a name for himself in both the Aotearoa & International music scene. LMC has gained huge production credits over the years, with his first song Listen Up placing on Rich The Kids debut Album 'The World is Yours', which is now a RIAA platinum record. LMC has also gained an extensive following producing for international superstars such as Lil Skies, Kevin Gates, The Kid Laroi, Quando Rondo, Rich The Kid and more.

Dave Johnston

Dave Johnston

Dave Johnston is a genre-blending producer, engineer, and drummer for award-winning rock band Villainy. He’s toured with icons like AC/DC and Incubus, and worked with top-tier producers including Andrew Scheps and Sylvia Massy. Known for fusing rock with the precision of pop and punch of electronic music, Dave creates polished, dynamic mixes. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts and teaches at SAE Creative Media Institute.

Zorran Mendosa

Zorran Mendosa

Respected music producer and sound engineer Zorran Mendosa has worked with an impressive array of NZ bands and musicians during his extensive career, including acts such as Coridian, Crooked Royals, Devilskin, Animalhead, Shepherds Reign and Pull Down the Sun, with a no compromise approach to music production, engineering, mixing, mastering and consultation.

Troy Kelly

Troy Kelly

TKO is a veteran New Zealand music producer and audio engineer with over two decades of experience, specializing in heavy music. Since 1999, he’s mixed over 2,000 songs and worked with hundreds of artists, including standout acts like Bulletbelt, Blindfolded and Led to the Woods, and Organectomy. Based at The Armoury in Wellington—his analog-equipped studio—TKO is known for his meticulous, collaborative approach that blends technical precision with creative vision.

Corey Friedlander

Corey Friedlander

Corey Friedlander is an Auckland-based, award-winning musician with a long-standing career. Having played with bands such as 8 Foot Sativa, City of Souls, and Fornax Chemica, Corey has gained valuable industry knowledge over the years. Now stepping out from behind the drum kit to pursue production, Corey specialises in recording and producing modern metal - using a blend of techniques he’s learned from working with some of the world’s top producers, along with his own methods.

Chris Chetland

Chris Chetland

Chris Chetland - Host of Rock & Metal Production #1 MPG NZ YouTube Live Masterclass

Photography Credit Left to Right: Chapel Studios, Greg Haver, Kog Studio, Christian Tjandrawinata - Wyre Studio, Alex Twidle - Depot Sound

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