We’re looking forward to introducing you to Patrick Weaver. Check out our conversation below.
Good morning Patrick, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? What is a normal day like for you right now?
A day in my life never looks the same as the last. To support my growing endeavor as a producer/mixing engineer, I work a variety of different jobs in live music through venues, production companies, and labor services. I do lots of additional work through different studios in town as well, recording and editing audio tracks, as well as providing customer service and additional support wherever I may be. When I’m not doing any of these things, I set up in my private studio to work with the clientele I work with directly, working on individual songs, live recordings, as well as large EP projects currently in the works. As of now, I finish the entire process of editing and mixing myself with a select group of engineers assisting me with larger recording sessions. I tend to work on larger projects in segments rather than focusing on one song throughout the day, to better engage in each song rather than working in large, bulky segments at the expense of other projects. I’ve found this philosophy better assists with reducing burnout in my workflow and keeps my ears readily active and more resistant to ear fatigue while working on a mix.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hello There, I am Patrick Weaver of Weaver Production Management. I’ve been studying and producing music in Nashville, Tennessee since 2021, and over the last 4 years have built a growing production service to provide industry-level recording opportunities to growing artists in the Nashville area. Since 2022, I’ve worked with countless different artists and fellow engineers while developing a strong clientele of artists, helping them develop, mix, and release their ideal image of their songs to all streaming platforms. I’m currently working on a variety of different projects slated for a late 2025/early 2026 release, with the first of which coming out in the next couple of months.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. Who taught you the most about work?
I came to Nashville to study at Belmont University, where I learned the most about how the modern Nashville music industry works, as well as how to work within it and expand my range of work. While I credit my studies at Belmont with providing me the most experience with working in the industry, the person who taught me how the music scene has grown and how to approach working in it has been my cousin, Webb Wilder. Webb has remained a well-respected artist in Nashville for decades, watching the industry grow into what it is today from where it was in its developmental period. The history of Nashville’s recording industry lays the foundation of what it is today. This industry is built on a culture of respect and being present for the work needed. This, along with the significance of knowing where Nashville came from to be where it is today, earns a great deal of respect among those I work with, and I wouldn’t be able to accomplish any of that without his guidance and wisdom I’ve learned from Webb.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Working in this industry is not an easy game. I often have to work jobs that pay little so that I can make more money later. Work itself is never consistent throughout the year, so I often have to continuously save money and find solutions during the dry season to make sure I can continue to make enough to pay for everything I need on top of developing my venture. I’ve had thoughts of leaving this behind to pursue something else when at my lower points throughout my journey, as inconsistent income and an uncertain job future can be quite intimidating. But ultimately, I know that while I have these resources I can build upon, now more than ever, serves as the greatest moment to continue developing my career so I may build it up into a full-time venture as opposed to quitting now and running the risk of being unable to build more later. While I have the flexibility to have uncertainty right now, I will take full advantage of it and build my skills as best as I can in the long run.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What important truth do very few people agree with you on?
This industry prioritizes those who know more people rather than those who know more about audio. I wouldn’t have the client base I’ve come to appreciate if I didn’t know the key people I’ve come to work with, who introduced me to them. A person can be the most knowledgeable, gifted, and talented music producer in the world, but if they don’t work with anyone, they won’t ever find success. My goal serves to prioritize the will of the people I work for in an effort to gain their trust and their respect so I may continue to work with them after our initial encounter. I value each and every relationship I’ve come to build through my time as a music producer but I still have so many things to learn in this field, and I can accomplish so much more not just by learning more about the industry but by meeting and working with new faces along the way.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. If you retired tomorrow, what would your customers miss most?
If I were to retire tomorrow, I believe my clients would miss the energy I bring to recording sessions the most. I believe that musicians bring their best performances when they have great morale and chemistry with each other and everyone in the session, so I curate fun, engaging experiences with every single session I take on, aiming to create the best environment possible for the best possible record. If I were to leave this behind, the artists I work with would no longer have an experience similar to that when making their records, as many other producers tend to prioritize the final product over the recording experience. I wish to give artists a record that holds emotional weight so that they care about their releases even after many years since their publication. Audiences care about the emotional value of a record on top of the overall quality, and will be able to recognize a song meant to be something that exists rather than a representation of the artist themselves. By providing an experience that serves the artist in the best way possible, I can assure the artist feels comfortable and confident about the overall quality and care of the project remains well intact, and if I were gone, I believe the artist that work with me will hold onto those memories and continue to care for these projects because of the experience making the records, not just the final products.
Image Credits
Lonny Whitsell, Patrick Weaver
