Full Sail runs a robust Music & Recording degree program that has fostered more than a few big talents in the music industry, including Shakira producer Sebastian Krys and mixing engineer (Mariah Carey, Jay-Z) Phil Tan.
In this year’s 63rd annual Grammy Awards, 57 graduates from the school have been credited on Grammy-nominated records and songs, included some big-time hits. Four deserve special notice for their contributions to pop-music excellence:
Andrew Coleman — Engineer, Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical: Hyperspace, Beck
Josh Gudwin — Mixer, Record of the Year: “Don’t Start Now,” Dua Lipa, and Album of the Year: Future Nostalgia, Dua Lipa
Colin Leonard — Mastering Engineer, Record of the Year: “Black Parade,” Beyoncé, and Record of the Year: “Savage,” Megan Thee Stallion featuring Beyoncé.
Stuart White — Engineer and Mixer, Record of the Year: “Black Parade,” Beyoncé, and Record of the Year: “Savage,” Megan Thee Stallion featuring Beyoncé.
The Grammy Awards air Sunday, March 14, live from the Staples Center on CBS. Remember to root for the home team.
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This article appears in Jan 27 – Feb 2, 2021.