Behind the Sound: The Creative Team of Lorde’s Latest Album
Mastering and Mixing Engineers
Mastering Engineer: Chris Gehringer
Assistant Mastering Engineer: Will Quinnell
Mixing Engineer: Mark “Spike” Stent
Assistant Mixing Engineers: Kieran Beardmore, Matt Wolach
Recording Engineers
Recording Engineers: Daniel Nigro, Jack Manning, Jim-E Stack
Assistant Recording Engineer: Koby Berman
Instrumentation
Bass Guitar: Daniel Nigro, Jim-E Stack
Drums: Jim-E Stack
Drum Programming: Jim-E Stack
Electric Guitar: Andrew Aged, Daniel Nigro
Keyboards: Jim-E Stack
OP-1: Jim-E Stack
Piano: Daniel Nigro, Jim-E Stack
Synthesizer: Daniel Nigro, Jim-E Stack
Vocals: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor
Track Highlights
03 Shapeshifter
Producer: Jim-E Stack, Lorde
Composer: Andrew Aged, Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, James Harmon Stack
Lyricist: Andrew Aged, Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, James Harmon Stack
Mastering Engineer: Chris Gehringer
Assistant Mastering Engineer: Will Quinnell
Mixing Engineer: Mark “Spike” Stent
Assistant Mixing Engineers: Kieran Beardmore, Matt Wolach
Recording Engineers: Jack Manning, Jim-E Stack, Rob Moose
Assistant Recording Engineers: Ian Gold, Koby Berman
Bass Guitar: Jim-E Stack
Cello: Gabriel Cabezas
Drums: Craig Weinrib
Drum Programming: Jim-E Stack
Electric Guitar: Andrew Aged
Glockenspiel: Jim-E Stack
Keyboards: Jim-E Stack
OP-1: Jim-E Stack
Piano: Jim-E Stack
String Arrangement: Rob Moose
Synthesizer: Jim-E Stack
Viola: Rob Moose
Violin: Rob Moose
Vocals: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor
04 Man of the Year
Producer: Jim-E Stack, Lorde
Composer: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, James Harmon Stack
Lyricist: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, James Harmon Stack
Mastering Engineer: Chris Gehringer
Assistant Mastering Engineer: Will Quinnell
Mixing Engineer: Tom Elmhirst
Recording Engineer: Jim-E Stack
Assistant Recording Engineers: Bailey Kislak, Jack Manning, Koby Berman
Bass Guitar: Devonté Hynes, Jim-E Stack
Cello: Devonté Hynes
Drum Programming: Jim-E Stack
Keyboards: Eli Teplin, Jim-E Stack
Piano: Eli Teplin
Synthesizer: Jim-E Stack
Vocals: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor
05 Favourite Daughter
Producer: Jim-E Stack, Lorde
Composer: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, James Harmon Stack
Lyricist: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, James Harmon Stack
Mastering Engineer: Chris Gehringer
Assistant Mastering Engineer: Will Quinnell
Mixing Engineer: Mark “Spike” Stent
Assistant Mixing Engineers: Kieran Beardmore, Matt Wolach
Recording Engineers: Ian Gold, Jim-E Stack
Assistant Recording Engineer: Koby Berman
Drum Machine: Jim-E Stack
Drum Programming: Jim-E Stack
Electric Guitar: Andrew Aged, Devonté Hynes
Keyboards: Jim-E Stack
Piano: Eli Teplin
Programming: Jim-E Stack
Synthesizer: Devonté Hynes, Eli Teplin, Jim-E Stack
Vocals: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor
06 Current Affairs
Producer: Jim-E Stack, Lorde
Composer: Craig Harrisingh, David Harrisingh, Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, Fabiana Palladino, James Harmon Stack
Lyricist: Craig Harrisingh, David Harrisingh, Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, Fabiana Palladino, James Harmon Stack
Mastering Engineer: Chris Gehringer
Assistant Mastering Engineer: Will Quinnell
Mixing Engineer: Tom Elmhirst
Recording Engineers: Fabiana Palladino, Jack Manning, Jim-E Stack
Assistant Recording Engineer: Koby Berman
Bass Guitar: Jim-E Stack
Drum Programming: Jim-E Stack
Electric Guitar: Andrew Aged, Jim-E Stack
OP-1: Jim-E Stack
Synthesizer: Jim-E Stack
Vocals: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor
07 Clearblue
Producer: Jim-E Stack, Lorde
Composer: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, James Harmon Stack
Lyricist: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, James Harmon Stack
Conclusion
The collaboration of talented engineers, producers, and musicians has culminated in a unique sound that characterizes Lorde’s latest work. Each track showcases a blend of artistry and technical expertise, elevating the listening experience to new heights. From the intricate layering of instruments to the polished final mixes, the album is a testament to the power of collaboration in the music industry.
FAQs
Who is the main producer for the album?
The main producers for the album are Jim-E Stack and Lorde.
Who performed the vocals on the tracks?
The vocals are performed by Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, known as Lorde.
What role did Jim-E Stack have in the album’s production?
Jim-E Stack played multiple roles, including producer, mixing engineer, recording engineer, and instrumentalist.
Who mastered the album?
The album was mastered by Chris Gehringer, with assistance from Will Quinnell.
What instruments did Jim-E Stack play on the album?
Jim-E Stack played bass guitar, drums, electric guitar, keyboards, piano, and synthesizer, among others.
