Meet Jack Miele

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Jack Miele a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Alright, so we’re so thrilled to have Jack with us today – welcome and maybe we can jump right into it with a question about one of your qualities that we most admire. How did you develop your work ethic? Where do you think you get it from?

I think I would have to say my grandmother. She was a little Italian woman that just wouldn’t be stopped. She overcame years of adversity and, even through family tragedy, triumphed. She was a first generation American and I’m sure she got her strength and work ethic from her parents who came here at the turn of the century. She would always yell at me saying “Get up! It’s a beautiful day! Get out there and do something useful!”. I fought it for a long time but even today….I still hear her yelling at me.

Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?

I’m a producer, engineer, musician, and composer with 30 years in the industry. My brand is all about delivering high-quality production across multiple genres, whether it’s working with major artists, composing for film and TV, or helping develop up-and-coming talent. I’ve had the privilege of working on records for legends like Rod Stewart, Dr. John, Chris Stapleton, Jamie Foxx, Yungblud & Zac Brown Band, as well as contributing to projects like The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Family Guy, and American Horror Story. Beyond the studio, I’ve been a touring musician for 25 years, currently performing with The Molly Ringwalds. Everything I do—whether in the studio or on stage—is about bringing out the best in the music, creating something impactful, and helping artists and productions reach their full potential.

Currently, I am endorsed by Reverend Guitars, Breedlove Guitars, Quilter Amplification, DiMarzio Pickups, Weber Speakers, Waves, Heritage Audio, Cloud Microphones, Audioscape Engineering, Dunlop, and Walrus Audio, just to name a few.
I also have a new coffee line with Oak And Crow and a new Hot Sauce line with Melinda’s Hot Sauce.

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

1. The relationships you build with people – The music industry is built on trust, collaboration, and long-term connections. Whether it’s artists, engineers, producers, or industry execs, the relationships you cultivate can open doors that raw talent alone never could. The ability to communicate, show up, and be someone people want to work with is just as crucial as any technical skill.

2. The ability to be malleable and constantly learn – The industry is always evolving—technology, trends, and creative expectations shift constantly. If you aren’t willing to adapt, you’ll get left behind. Whether it’s embracing new recording techniques, understanding emerging genres, or adjusting to the needs of different artists, flexibility and a hunger for knowledge keep you relevant and in demand.

3. The ability to listen without prejudice – In both a literal and figurative sense, listening is everything. Technically, you need to be able to hear and understand music with fresh ears, without letting biases cloud your judgment. Creatively, you have to listen to artists and clients without dismissing their ideas outright. The best producers, engineers, and musicians know how to absorb input, process it, and turn it into something great—without ego getting in the way.

We’ve all got limited resources, time, energy, focus etc – so if you had to choose between going all in on your strengths or working on areas where you aren’t as strong, what would you choose?

I think it’s a balance. You have to go all in on your strengths because that’s what sets you apart, but you also can’t ignore your weaknesses if they’re holding you back. For me, my biggest strengths have always been my ear and my instinct for what makes a project work. That’s what got me in the door. But I also knew that if I wanted to keep growing, I had to develop the areas I wasn’t as strong in.

For example, early in my career, I was completely focused on the creative side— writing & playing guitar. I didn’t think as much about the technical side of engineering or business side of running a studio. And for a while, that was fine. But I realized that if I didn’t start learning about the actual art of engineering and things like contracts, negotiations, branding….. I’d always be relying on someone else to handle that for me. So, I put in the time to get a better understanding of how things worked behind the scenes. Now, I run my own studio, manage multiple projects, and have built a brand that reflects my vision.

So my take? Master your strengths because that’s where your greatest value is, but don’t let your weak spots become roadblocks. If there’s something that keeps getting in your way, take the time to figure it out. The most successful people I know are the ones who double down on what they do best while making sure nothing is holding them back.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.jackmiele.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackmieleproductions
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jackmieleproductions
• Other: You can find me on TikTok @jackmieleproductions

Image Credits

Ava Palermo