# Side 1 : Track 4 - "Killing Me Softly" - Gene Paul

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Podcast: [Off The Record - On The Charts: A Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/off-the-record-on-the-charts-a-podcast-7773449)
Published: 2026-04-21T12:01:12+00:00
Episode link: https://Offtherecordonthecharts.podbean.com/e/side-1-track-4-killing-me-softly-gene-paul/
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Duration seconds: 4474

## Resource

His last name is synonymous with massive recording technological innovation and the world’s most iconic guitar. While he is the son of the legendary Les Paul, Gene carved out his own legacy as a revered engineer. He was mentored by Tom Dowd and worked alongside Arif Mardin and Joel Dorn at Atlantic Records studios in its heyday. Part One of our exclusive Two-part interview with Gene. You won't want to miss this!

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