MixWithTheMasters Leslie Brathwaite Mixing Glory by JID TUTORIAL
Deconstruct the sound behind one of Atlanta’s most exciting rap exports. Leslie Brathwaite takes apart the mix of “Glory” from JID’s Grammy-nominated album God Does Like Ugly, showing how he handles rapid-fire vocals, booming low-end, and explosive beat switches.
Starting with the original reference mix, Leslie pinpoints the key areas that need attention. He then moves through the Pro Tools session, applying his signature processing to vocals, drums, samples, and low-end. Combined with disciplined gain staging and careful balance, these techniques transform a track into a polished, radio-ready production.
Later, Leslie focuses on the mix bus, revealing how to develop a personal sonic signature while adding cohesion, impact, and energy. Watch him experiment with various processing tools, sculpting his distinct sound with broadband EQ, saturation, and limiting.
