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Releasing music after 2 years...
Gill releases a new single for the first time in 2 years! Stream June wherever you listen to music + read on to learn more about the song.
Jun 20, 2023


Turn the Pages on our Rocky Stages
How a sound control app and time with cows can increase daily happiness + a book with a wholistic approach to time management.
Mar 27, 2023


USB Mic vs. Audio Interface
There's a time and place for both - but which is the right choice for you? Read on & you'll be able to make an educated decision.
Mar 14, 2023


Where'd all the Time Go?
Great music choices make everything better. Join me as I revisit Rosewood, embrace positive affirmations + share my fav new music.
Feb 28, 2023


What Beginners Actually Need for a Vocal Home Studio
Building your first vocal home studio but lost on where to start? I'm here to tell you what you really need + what you can skip.
Feb 14, 2023


Out of Room in my Head
I am entering this year with no resolutions to break, a new favorite podcast, and new music I think you'll love!
Jan 31, 2023


Listen to "Swallowed" by The Lucky Valentines
The Lucky Valentines make sad things beautiful (with some help from Josh, Dan, & Gill). Listen to their single to hear the magic.
Jan 17, 2023


10 Planning Tips for Freelancers
Those of us who don't want to work 9 to 5's work 24/7! Here's 10 tips to help structure your creative biz...
Jan 3, 2023


Dearest December
Learn about my new favorite music production podcast, recording goals for the new year + more indie Christmas song recommendations.
Dec 27, 2022


Support Stephen Clair's Upcoming Album
Buy a sweatshirt + get a free download while supporting Stephen Clair's new album, co-recorded & mixed by Gill...
Dec 20, 2022


15 Gifts for Lovers of Sound
Need a unique and heartfelt gift for the musician, record fanatic, studio rat, or sound enthusiast in your life? Look no further...
Dec 13, 2022


No B.S. November
November is a complicated month, sandwiched between my 2 favorite holidays. Let us all be grateful & listen to sad Christmas music...
Nov 30, 2022


Oh October
Join me as I navigate through spooky season, discuss the annual AES convention, and wait for the new year with some new music.
Oct 31, 2022


Brooklyn (Only Rains) Available Now
Sarah Gross' new single, Brooklyn (Only Rains), recorded and co-produced by Gillian Pelkonen, is available on all streaming platforms.
Oct 20, 2022


Self Discovery September
The leaves are changing so am I! Reconnecting with music and food is on the essentials list, along with some Italian-American dreams...
Sep 29, 2022


Adventurous August
What do Norah Jones, Regina Spektor & Maya Hawke have in common? Read on to find out...plus musings on re-entering a less masked world.
Aug 30, 2022


Joy in July
Finding the balance between work & pleasure, watching Apple TV+'s Severance, and watching summer rain fall from big studio windows...
Jul 31, 2022


Gear Recommendations
Quality Matters. There are hundreds if not thousands of mics, interfaces, and other studio gear to choose from. So, where to begin? So many factors go into these choices... ...and I don't think there will ever be one option, but there is a best option for you. My suggestions come in three price ranges to offer great gear to those at any stage of their sonic journey. They are a starting point to explore what is out there. On this list are products created by companies I've us
Jul 7, 2022


Jump-Back-in-Time June
Recorded sound, much like cemeteries, archives what once was. Learn about Phonograph cylinders + my favorite songs from LGBTQ+ artists.
Jun 29, 2022


Get Your Audio Assessed
Want to improve your home studio sound? Submit your audio samples and I’ll send customized recommendations and adjusted audio...
Jun 1, 2022


Madness + Mayhem
These May flowers also brought rainbows! Favorites of the month include Kate Bush, XL pizzas, and rainbows...
May 30, 2022


All About Gill
Gillian Pelkonen is an artist constantly searching for pristine + creative sounds.
May 9, 2022


Always-on-the-go April
I was always on the go this April! Between recording sessions, turning 24 (eek), there was much to do and not enough time to be...
Apr 29, 2022
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