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Working Class Audio

Peel back the glamour of the professional recording world. Guests from the world of audio for music, film, games, restoration, and more share their insights on how they made their journey, how they survive, their advice on the real things including wins, losses, working with other people, money, and career advice.
Hosted by audio engineer Matt Boudreau.
The Working Class Audio Podcast - Navigating the World of Recording with a working class perspective.

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  • Sep 20, 2022 · 1 hr 10 min

    WCA #405 with Dan Johnson - Solving Archiving Puzzles, Burning Out, Rogue Tape Machines, Going Independent, and Not Cutting Corners

    My guest is Audio Archivist Dan Johnson, who owns and runs Audio Archiving Services. Dan has worked with several well-known artists, including KISS, Jackson Browne, Jimi Hendrix Estate, WAR, TOOL, Duff McKagan, Aimee Man, Tommy Boy Records, Trust Records, Ansonia Records, Now-Again Records, Light In The Attic Records, ORG Records, Warner Bros, Universal, and Sony. In this episode, we discuss: Rural Upbringing Foreigner's "Hot Blooded" Recording the Radio Playing in Bands Medical Records Work Failed A&M Internship Poor Brad Working at Ocean Way Friends with the Tech Staff Surviving as a Runner Thomas Maps and Pagers No Guns at Capital Burning Out Cleaning Rat Traps Working for Ikea Living in a Closet The Benefits of Capital Going Independent Audio Archiving It's All About Friendships Tape Triage 70 Hours a Week Tape Machine Scarcity Noahs Ark of Tape Machines United Archiving Not Cutting Corners Solving Archiving Puzzles Rogue Tape Machines Rod Stewart Farting Knocking Michael Jackson Down Matt's Rant: Appreciating Our Tools Links and Show Notes Dan's Site Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Dan Johnson Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Sep 12, 2022 · 1 hr

    WCA #404 with Chris Clark - Playing Trombone, The Draw of Classical Music, The President's Own Marine Band, Classical Recording, Planning for Second Career, and the Perfect Guilt Trip.

    My guest is Recording Engineer, Producer, and Trombonist, Chris Clark. Chris works with artists such as Jack Sutte, Thomas Circle Singers, Jonathan Bisesi, and The Lantana Trio on the recording side of things, but he also plays Trombone in The President's Own Marine Band. In this episode, we discuss: Growing Up in Commerce, Texas Playing Trombone Listening to Dad's Vinyl Collection Family Listening to Orchestral Music Hiring an Outside Teacher The Draw of Classical Music Dad's Return to Music The Perfect Guilt Trip Curtis Institute of Music Blind Auditions Active Duty Marine The President's Own Marine Band Jumping Into Recording Creating a Production Company Classical Recording Gear Used on Remotes Planning for Second Career Accepting Video Working With Great Musicians Source to Destination Editing Insurance Time Management Matt's Rant: Whatever Works Links and Show Notes Chris's Site Insurance We Talked About CNA Valor Brass album on Apple of Spotify: Rachel Alina (teaches at Berklee) Curtis Institute of Music Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Chris Clark Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Sep 5, 2022 · 1 hr 15 min

    WCA #403 with Catherine Vericolli- Changing Audio Careers, Shifting Mindset, Learning on The Fly, 90's Digital Formats, and Archivists Anonymous

    My guest is Catherine Vericolli, the Chief Transfer Engineer & Archive manager for Infrasonic Mastering. Catherine works on projects for Third Man, ORG Music, Oh Boy! Records, and Sun Records. This is Catherine's second appearance on the show. She originally appeared on WCA #035 in 2015. In this episode, we discuss: Changing Audio Careers Moving to Nashville Moving Two Studios Selling Her House Getting Into Archiving The Economics of Archiving Nashville Recording Practices Academia Shifting Mindset Getting Settled Learning on The Fly Comparing Stress in Audio Jobs Play and Pray 90's Digital Formats World War 2 and Tape Archivists Anonymous Prosumer Audio ATMOS MONO Will The Transfer Work Runout? The Dixie Cups Matt's Rant: Let's Read a Letter Links and Show Notes Transfers and Archival at Infrasonic JRF Magnetics The Dixie Cups "Chapel of Love" Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Catherine Vericolli Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Aug 29, 2022 · 1 hr 27 min

    WCA #402 with Arne Frager - The Plant Studios, Finding a Path to Recording, Studio on the Beach, Lessons for Aspiring Studio Owners, and the Best Gig He Never Did

    My guest is Grammy-Winning producer and engineer Arne Frager. Arne is known for his run as owner/operator of The Plant Studios in Sausalito and his work with Paul McCartney, Prince, Beyonce, Michael Jackson, Santana, Dolly Parton, and Clare Fischer. In this episode, we discuss: Growing up in Cleveland Lifetime musician Selling computer systems Finding a path to recording Recording in the 70s Spectrum on the beach Having no fallback, so you have to succeed Ray Brown Sony Digital 2 Track George Winston Eric Prestidge Learning to survive Mars Studios Almost arrested for picking up gear The best gig I never did Al Schmitt The story of The Plant The Plant in the 90s The dark times Seeing mistakes from the past Lawsuits against home studios Lessons for aspiring studio owners Matt's Rant: Book Recommendations Links and Show Notes The Plant Studios Franki Jupiter - Piece of Me Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Arne Frager Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Aug 22, 2022 · 1 hr 20 min

    WCA #401 with Matt Wallace - Staying Visible in the Business, Crushing it with ATMOS, Keeping a Low Overhead, and the Importance of Alternative Income

    My guest is Grammy-Winning producer, engineer, and mixer Matt Wallace. This is Matt's second appearance on the show, originally appearing on WCA #046. He has worked with Faith No More, Maroon 5, O.A.R., Dio, Tank and The Bangas, Replacements, Eric Gales, 3 Doors Down, Andy Grammer, Blackberry Smoke, Ludo, Train, Blues Traveler, Satchel, Mushroomhead, and I Prevail. In this episode, we discuss: Status since the last episode Difficulties in the industry Challenges with ATMOS Legacy Mix ATMOS and Apple, WTF? Crushing it with ATMOS Smart Speakers Moving Towards the Future What kept you in the business? If you build it, they will come Keeping low overhead Musician first, construction second Importance of Alternative Income Staying Visible in the business "Prodixing" Band performance quality ProTools - No need for those pesky chops Studio Deluxe Vibe is more important than gear Studio space influences performance Leaving the Bay Area LA is the best place to make a record Matt's Rant: Managing Your Money Links and Show Notes Matt's site Matt on instagram Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Matt Wallace Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Aug 15, 2022 · 59 min

    WCA #400 with David Hewitt - Car Racing, Recording Trucks, Dallas Summer Heat, and Recording the Stars in a Golden Era of Live Music

    My guest is Grammy-Winning Remote Recording Engineer David Hewitt. David has worked with many artists, including, The Rolling Stones, Frank Zappa, U2, Bruce Springsteen, Miles Davis, Neil Young, The Who, Pavarotti, Simon and Garfunkel, Live Aid, Allman Brothers, Newport Jazz Festival, Aretha Franklin, Hall & Oates Bob Seger, Jackson Browne, and George Benson. David is also the father of former WCA guest and friend of the show, Ryann Hewitt. In this episode, we discuss: Upbringing in Montana Early Music Exposure as a Military Brat Travel As a Way of Life First Career in Car Racing Struggling guitarist to punching the record button First Recording Job at Regent Sound Studios Adventure with Record Plant NY Mahavishnu Orchestra King Biscuit Flower Hour Just Making Shit Work Recording Aerosmith in the Dallas summer heat Remote Recording Rates Making a Living Concert for NY after 9/11 David Bowie America Remote recording vs. Studio recording On the Road Book Keeping the truck secure during a show Financial Advice Matt's Rant: Reflecting on 400 Episodes Links and Show Notes David's Site and Book Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: David Hewitt Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Aug 8, 2022 · 1 hr

    WCA #399 with Dave Schiffman Part 2 - Mix Note Etiquette, The Journey of Creating a Studio, Deciding on ATMOS, Communication with Bands, and Evolving the Craft

    Part 2 of my interview with Grammy Winning Producer/mixer and Engineer who has worked on projects for System of a Down, Audioslave, The Mars Volta, PUP, Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, Adele, Vampire Weekend, Cass Mccombs, Thrice, and Haim. In this episode, we discuss: Parting Ways with Rick Rubin Stellastarr Role with Rick vs. Engineers Dry vs. Wet Mix Shootouts Importance of Artist Feedback Evolving the Craft Keeping a Good Vibe Dealing with Varying Personalities Communication with Bands Mix Note Etiquette Mix Adjectives The Journey of Creating a Studio Deciding on ATMOS Doing ATMOS That Makes Sense Money and Engineering Priorities on What You Really Need Gear Should Be used, Not Just Displayed Work-Life Balance Only as Good as Your Last Credit Matt's Rant: Inspiration from Outside the Audio World Links and Show Notes Dave's Site Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro ILM Documentary Masterclass How I Built This Podcast Credits Guest: Dave Schiffman Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Aug 1, 2022 · 53 min

    WCA #398 with Dave Schiffman Part 1 - Tape Copies, Chicken and Egg Issues, Lessons from Rick Rubin, The Land of Yes, and Not Being Tall Enough To Record

    My guest is Grammy Winning Producer/mixer and Engineer who has worked on projects for System of a Down, Audioslave, The Mars Volta, PUP Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, Adele, Vampire Weekend, Cass Mccombs, Thrice, and Haim. In this episode, we discuss: Giving Up Piano Dad's Love of Big Band/Yacht Rock Playing Trumpet Marching Band Not Being Tall Enough To Record Following Credits on Albums Making Tape Copies Chicken and Egg Issues Moving Up the Studio Ladder Surviving on Tuna Fish Sandwiches "Smoking Section" of Planes Working at Ocean Way Moving to LA from NY Working with Rick Rubin Red Hot Chili Peppers Lessons from Rick Rubin East Coast Honesty The Land of Yes Matt's Rant: Who are We Spending Time With? Links and Show Notes Dave's Site Dave on Instagram Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Dave Schiffman Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Jul 25, 2022 · 52 min

    WCA #397 with Bryan Cook - Recording as An Exit Strategy, Chillin with Tom Dowd, Landing at A&M Studios, and Doing Non-Music Things

    My guest is Grammy Nominated Mixing engineer Bryan Cook who has worked with U2, One Republic, Jeff Goldblum, and Switchfoot. In this episode, we discuss: Early life in Philly Studios - A thing that people did Love for Jazz Saxophone Recording as an exit strategy Bluejay Internship Chillin with Tom Dowd Ryan Hewitt Deciding on a move to LA Landing at A&M Studios Moving up in the industry Professionalism - Egos working together Moving up the engineering ladder Sensing upcoming burnout Michael Andrews Nobody likes the bad vibe guy Walk Hard Transitioning to flying solo One Republic How artists find an engineer U2 project Push them into the pool Mixing from home How to do pricing? Handling disappointment Ease with setup Bounce Factory Doing non-music things Matt's Rant: Audio File Management Links and Show Notes Bryan's Site Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Bryan Cook Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Jul 18, 2022 · 56 min

    WCA #396 with Nick Townsend - Punk Rock, Community College, Fishing, Mastering and Cutting Lacquers

    My guest is Los Angeles-based mastering engineer Nick Townsend. Nick loves cutting Lacquers and has worked on releases by Cheap Trick, Weezer, Iron Maiden, Bad Religion, Garbage, Dr. Dre, 2Pac, Grimes, and more. Nick works at Infrasonic Sound. In this episode, we discuss: Musical Household Stoner Rock Uncle Drums at Grandmas House Punk Rock Bands Catching the Recording Bug Community College Recording Program Pete Lyman Mechanical Side of the Brain Fishing Clay Shooting Outdoors Activities Interning Cutting Lacquers Cutter Heads Freelance Mastering Infrasonic Apollo Lacquers Fire Matt's Rant: Audio Degrees Links and Show Notes Infrasonic Sound WCA #306 with Dan Baccigalupi WCA #261 with Dave Gardner WCA #199 with Pete Lyman WCA #251 with Piper Payne Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Nick Townsend Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Jul 11, 2022 · 1 hr 4 min

    WCA #395 with Daniel Rowland - Rehab vs. College, MTSU, Adrian Belew, LANDR, and The ATMOS Gold Rush

    My guest is Daniel Rowland, Head of Strategy and Partnerships at LANDR, Co-owner of Immersive Mixers, Professor at MTSU, and audio engineer. Daniel has worked with Nine Inch Nails, Adrian Belew, Disney, Pixar, David Foster, Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Denzel Curry, Netflix, Fox, Flo Rida, Seal, and Phillip Glass. In this episode, we discuss: Playing Guitar Rehab vs. College MTSU Production Work Adrian Belew NOISE LANDR AI Mastering Linkedin Rejection of New Ideas Time Management The ATMOS Goldrush Matt's Rant: Things to Consider When Building a Studio Links and Show Notes Daniel's Site Daniel on Linkedin Credits Guest: Daniel Rowland Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Jul 4, 2022 · 56 min

    WCA #394 with Mike Tucci - Playing in Bands, Seeing the Value In Recording Studios, Working at Masterdisk, The Slow Magic Of LA, and Focusing on Results, Not Gear

    My guest is Grammy-Nominated Mastering Engineer Mike Tucci, who has worked with Cory Henry, Living Colour, Doja Cat, Chris Brown, Young Thug, and Unstoppable Death Machines. In this episode, we discuss: Queens NYC Music in Heard Growing Up Playing in Bands Seeing the Value In Recording Studios Going to College Understanding Recording Masterdisk Howie Weinberg Moving o LA Moving Into The Box Not Depending on Other People's Gear Slow Magic Of LA Keeping a Simple Setup Working From Home Results Are The Only Thing That Matters Matt's Rant: Who is Professional? Links and Show Notes Mike on IG Mike on Soundbetter Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Mike Tucci Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Jun 27, 2022 · 58 min

    WCA #393 with Leff Lefferts - The World of Film Sound, Working with Randy Thom, Telling Stories, Planning Your Life, Financial Security, and ATMOS

    My guest is Leff Lefferts making a return to WCA after his first appearance on WCA #101. Leff comes from a music recording background but has worked in film sound for the last 16 years at Skywalker Sound. He's worked as a Sound Effects Editor, Sound Editor, Supervising Sound Editor, Sound Designer, and Re-Recording Mixer on various movies, including, The Croods: A New Age, The Revenant, The Peanuts Movie, How to Train Your Dragon 2, and many more. In this episode, we discuss: Randy Thom Skywalker Sound ATMOS Telling Stories Roles in Film Sound Technology Changes Content on Streaming Services Planning Your Life Music Industry vs Film Industry Watching the Credits Making Records for Enjoyment Financial Security UA Plugins Early Days of Pro Tools Bay Area Pro Audio Lore Matt's Rant: Being Proactive Links and Show Notes Leff on WCA #101 Leff's Email Leff on IMDB Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Leff Lefferts Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Jun 20, 2022 · 40 min

    WCA #392 with Rachael Moore - Meeting Your Heroes, Community of Success, Thinking Outside the Box, T Bone Burnett, and The Value of Being a Good Human Being

    My guest is Grammy-Nominated engineer/mixer Rachael Moore. Rachael primarily works with T Bone Burnett and, as a result, has worked with Robert Plant, Alison Krauss, Elvis Costello, and Jessica Chastain. Rachael also has a hectic freelance schedule working around Nashville, where she is currently based. In this episode, we discuss: Early Years in Texas Getting Your Feet Wet at Full Sail Internship with Jacquire King Meeting Your Heroes Community of Success Dealing with Challenges Sound Emporium Financially Making it Work Learning to Tune Pianos Thinking Outside the Box Working with T-Bone T-Bone Burnett How You Make People Feel In a Session Do’s and Don’ts with T-Bone Freelancing Home Studio The Traveling Rig Dealing with Recalls Advice for the Up and Comers Financial Lessons As You Grow Think of income as a triangle The Value of Being a Good Human Being Matt's Rant: Sonic Space Links and Show Notes Rachel Moore Instagram Credits Guest: Rachael Moore Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Jun 13, 2022 · 53 min

    WCA #391 with Steve Rosenthal Part 2 - Magic Shop History, NDA's, 9/11, Importance of Good Staff, and The Business of Restoration

    My guest is Grammy-Winning producer, studio owner, and archivist Steve Rosenthal. The man behind the Magic Shop in New York. Steve has worked on projects for Woody Guthrie, Les Paul, Blondie, David Bowie, Foo Fighters, and Erroll Garner projects. Part two of a two-part interview. In this episode, we discuss: Growing a Client Base Magic Shop History ⁠Roger Moutenot⁠ ⁠Ed Stasium⁠ The World Before Nirvana Studio Ownership Lessons Learned Running a Studio ⁠Sonic Highways⁠ Importance of Good Staff Ownership Style Getting Coffee for Rick Rubin NDA's The Dissolution of the Magic Shop The Impact of 9/11 Shifting to Restoration ⁠Ted Young⁠ Working with Blondie Lou Reed Reinventing yourself ⁠Nora Guthrie ⁠ DA-88s and ADATS MARS The Business of Restoration Matt's Rant: Billing Links and Show Notes ⁠Steve's website.⁠ ⁠Reto Peter on WCA⁠ ⁠Jessica Thompson on WCA⁠ ⁠Simple Invoices⁠ ⁠Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro⁠ Credits Guest: Steve Rosenthal Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • Jun 6, 2022 · 56 min

    WCA #390 with Steve Rosenthal Part 1 - Driving Cabs, Punching 16th Notes, Bathrobe Sessions, Living in Dreamland, and The Search for the Perfect Console

    My guest is Grammy-Winning producer, studio owner, and archivist Steve Rosenthal. The man behind the Magic Shop in New York. Steve has worked on projects for Woody Guthrie, Les Paul, Blondie, David Bowie, Foo Fighters, and Erroll Garner projects. Part one of a two-part interview. In this episode, we discuss: Growing up in NY Getting Started on a Development Deal The Recording Institute of America Bad Cab Driver Turned Engineer Early Days at Atlantic Learning the "Atlantic Recording Way" Punching 16th Notes Skully 12 track Learning Business and Engineering Mentorship Bathrobe Sessions Buying the Fixtures ⁠Otis Blackwell ⁠ Working in the Basement at A&R Records Buying a Studio in Manhattan Living in Dreamland New Wave and Punk in the 80s Technology Informing Art Sonic Fashion Trends ⁠Alan Lomax⁠ Sonic Cues ⁠The Plangent Process ⁠ ⁠The Magic Shop⁠ Building a Studio for Making Rock Records The Search for the Perfect Console Matt's Rant: Billing Links and Show Notes ⁠Steve's website.⁠ ⁠Reto Peter on WCA⁠ ⁠Jessica Thompson on WCA⁠ ⁠Simple Invoices⁠ ⁠WCA on Instagram⁠ ⁠Matt on Instagram ⁠ ⁠Connect with Matt on Linkedin⁠ Credits Guest: Steve Rosenthal Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • May 30, 2022 · 49 min

    WCA #389 with Carlos Castro - Falling in Love with Recording, Dealing with Hypocrisy, Bruce Swedien, Bilingual Opportunities, and The Bigger Picture

    My guest is a Grammy-Nominated Mixer, Engineer, and Producer, Carlos Castro. Carlos has worked with Shawn Colvin, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Luis Miguel, Shaila Durcal, and many others. In this episode, we discuss: Raised in Mexico City Family History in Music Falling in Love with Recording at 16 ⁠Full Sail Center ⁠ Dealing with Hypocrisy ⁠Bruce Swedien⁠ The Bigger Picture Learning from Bruce Understanding Sonic Personality Avoiding Paralysis from Analysis ⁠Terry Howard ⁠ ⁠Experience at Ocean Way ⁠ Learning on the Night Shift Ocean Studios & Mama Joes ⁠Jerry Finn ⁠ ⁠Checking Polarity with Galaxy Audio⁠ Neve 5224 Compressors Building WaterSound Studios Built From the Ground Up Maintaining Relevance in the Market Bilingual Opportunities - Both language and cultural Advice for Up and Comers Matt's Rant: Well-built tools. Links and Show Notes ⁠Carlos Castro website⁠ ⁠Voyager 1 Documentary⁠ ⁠WCA on Instagram⁠ ⁠Matt on Instagram ⁠ ⁠Connect with Matt on Linkedin⁠ ⁠Current sponsors & promos⁠ Credits Guest: Carlos Castro Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • May 23, 2022 · 1 hr 15 min

    WCA #388 with Will Kennedy - Harvard AV, New York Struggles, LA Mentors, ATMOS, and the Rise of the Unintentional Tech

    My guest is a Producer, Mixer, and Recording Engineer, Will Kennedy. Will has worked on projects for O.A.R., U2, Michael Franti and Spearhead, OneRepublic, The 88, B-52s, Jason Mraz, and many more. In this episode, we discuss: Early Life in Farmland Band Directors Berklee College of Music Behind the Scenes Person Ocean Way Nashville Allen Sides Unintentional Tech Life is Short Moment Right Track Recording Hard to Be Broke In New York Want work? Plan a Vacation Health Issues Back to Boston Harvard AV Department Moving to LA at 30 Ray Charles Enterprises Carl Beatty Shady Work in Northridge David Bianco Dave's Room Matt Wallace The Back Room Guy Working Well with Others Matters The Future of ATMOS Kali Audio Affordable Atmos JBL Intonato The Love Shack Atmos Mix Matt's Rant: Paying it Forward Links and Show Notes Will's Site Matt Wallace on WCA Frank Fillipeti on WCA WCA on Instagram Matt on Instagram Connect with Matt on Linkedin Current sponsors & promos Credits Guest: Will Kennedy Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith

  • May 17, 2022 · 54 min

    WCA #387 with Bobby Owsinski - The Mix Engineers Handbook, Dolby Atmos, Collecting Ideas, Networking, and Clarity

    My guest is a mixer, producer, author, and coach Bobby Owsinski. Bobby is the author of many books, including The Mixing Engineers Handbook; Bobby has also worked with many artists and companies, including Mick Taylor, Joe Houston, Rhino DVD, Forbes, Surround Pro Magazine, Adrianna Marie, and her Groovecutters. This is Bobby's second appearance on the show. In this episode, we discuss: Dolby Atmos 5.1 Surround Kludging Surround Tools Together The Mix Engineers Handbook Smart Plugins Dynamics Timing Self-Mastering Saturation Collecting Ideas Networking Clarity Matt's Rant: Random Thoughts Links and Show Notes Bobby's Books Bobby's Podcast WCA on Instagram Matt on Instagram Connect with Matt on Linkedin Current sponsors & promos Credits Guest: Bobby Owsinski Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell Announcer: Chuck Smith