SONIC EDEN STUDIOS JOHN ALBANI & I TALK STUDIOS

For this episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, Scottie sits down with John Albani of Sonic Eden Studios for an in-depth conversation on recording history, evolving technology, and where music is headed next.

John shares firsthand insight into working on recordings connected to Lynyrd Skynyrd, breaking down what made those sessions special, how studios operated in earlier eras, and why performance, tone, and engineering discipline still matter. From analog workflows to modern digital production, John explains how great records are built—not manufactured.

The conversation also dives into today’s music landscape, including the rise of AI, its impact on creativity, and where the line exists between useful technology and losing the human element. John offers an honest, experienced perspective on how artists, engineers, and producers can adapt without sacrificing authenticity.

This episode is a rare look inside the studio mind—past, present, and future—told by someone who’s been in the room when it counted.

If you care about how records are actually made, this conversation delivers real insight.