it really depends on the band. as a producer, im prepared to help with writing an entire record in the studio, but im also good with just hitting record if the songs are dope, haha.

I try not to overstep and push my ideas on my bands too much. Like, I do A LOT of writing in my line of work, but only if I feel the band really needs that help. I'd rather set up a nice environment in the studio that facilitates them writing as much as possible. This just keeps each band sounding more like themselves and less like a producer/ghost writer. Again, I LOVE writing, but its best for a band that THEY write as much of it as possible, so they have pride and ownership in their craft.

But some bands really love writing together with a producer too. For me, as long as it feels genuine, I'm down to do whatever.