Weezer - "Say It Ain't So"

Inside The Mix: Chris Shaw on Recording Weezer’s “Say It Ain’t So” (Part 1)

Chris Shaw takes us back to 1993 at Electric Lady Studios to revisit the sessions that started it all. From Ric Ocasek’s first call to the band’s early demos, he reveals the process behind recording one of the most influential rock tracks of the 90s.

Discover:

• The original 24-track analog setup used to capture Weezer’s raw sound
• How Shaw and Ocasek balanced clarity, grit, and simplicity
• Behind-the-scenes stories of band lineup changes and tracking sessions
• Why the imperfections, hums, and feedback became part of the magic

A rare inside look at how a timeless song was born from tape, teamwork, and experimentation.