#211: Creating Authentic Remote Vocal Collaborations When Miles Apart (feat. INDIGO)

Music Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers and Artists | Inside The Mix

Ever wondered how singers record vocals remotely and make them sound professional? In this episode of Inside The Mix, Marc Matthews is joined by New Zealand synthwave vocalist INDIGO to explore the art of remote vocal collaboration and the songwriting process behind her unique sound.

From her unexpected start in the synthwave scene to collaborations with artists like Wolf Club and Turbo Knight, INDIGO shares how she records vocals from home while working with producers across the world. We dive into her vocal recording techniques—including why she double-tracks every vocal and prefers recording in the evenings for her best takes.

You’ll also learn how Indigo adapts her lyrics to fit electronic music, moving between dreamy love songs and darker themes, and how she overcomes songwriter’s block with practical strategies like listening to instrumentals on long drives or stepping away from projects overnight.

For the tech-minded, Indigo reveals her setup, using the Aston Origin microphone, basic vocal processing, and clear communication with producers to make remote collaborations successful. She also opens up about the challenges of online music partnerships and why trust and reliability matter as much as technical skill.

Whether you’re a producer looking to collaborate with vocalists or a singer wanting to deliver better takes from home, this episode is packed with actionable tips for remote recording, lyric writing, and collaboration in the digital age.

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1. How to Record Vocals Remotely Across the World (00:00:00)

2. Indigo’s Journey Into Synthwave and Vocal Collaborations (00:04:08)

3. Remote Vocal Recording Workflow for Music Producers (00:07:18)

4. Writing Lyrics and Vocal Production Techniques Explained (00:13:58)

5. Overcoming Creative Blocks and Songwriting Challenges (00:23:23)

6. Indigo’s Upcoming Projects and Remote Collaboration Tips (00:28:28)