🎧 How Andrew J. Gomez Made Guitars Slam for Knox & Drums Smack for John Harvie
In this episode of Producer Points, Justin sits down with Andrew J. Gomez — a producer, songwriter, and member of the band LOYALS whose work has been shaping the sound of modern alt-pop and rock. From gritty guitars to punchy drums, Andrew’s productions bring edge and immediacy to every record. His credits include Knox, John Harvie, Games We Play, girlfriends, Caroline Romano, Spencer Jordan, and more.
🎶 Song deep dives:
“Bleach (On The Rocks)” by John Harvie — raw vocal grit, dynamic guitar tones, and blending real drums with trap elements
“Lost Cause” by John Harvie — pocket-driven grooves, sonic shifts, and balancing emotion with big production moves
🎛️ We explore:
How Andrew adapts his production to different artist identities
Guitar layering, tones, and the art of making them slam
Drum programming and mixing choices that cut through
Gear and plugins from Neural DSP to Chase Bliss pedals
The balance between producer life and band life with LOYALS
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