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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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  • #594
    May 5 · 1 hr 13 min· Video

    WCA #594 with Amar Lal – Experimental Roots, Corporate Transitions, Mastering Room Acoustics, and Macro Sound

    In this episode, Matt welcomes mastering engineer and artist Amar Lal of Oakland’s Macro Sound. Amar shares his journey from the New York DIY scene and touring with Big Ups to a corporate role at Sennheiser and his eventual return to independent studio ownership. They discuss the benefits of an all-digital mastering workflow, the "Active Listening Club" philosophy, and how Amar maintains career longevity through work-life balance and photography. In This Episode, We Discuss: Mastering Engineer Roles Oakland Studio Location Shared Building Benefits Early Childhood Canada Childhood Piano Lessons Experimental Music Scene Circuit Bending Gear High School Recording New York Education Touring Big Ups Facing Career Burnout Corporate Sennheiser Experience Launching Macro Sound Home Studio Logistics Oakland Artistic Community All Digital Mastering Active Listening Club Balancing Personal Life Passion For Photography Artistic Practice Philosophy Mastering Room Acoustics Local Community Ties Remote Working Models Studio Business Logistics Auditory Sensitivity Issues Links and Show Notes: Amar Lal’s Site: Macro Sound Band Reference: Big Ups Sennheiser Active Listening Club Matt's RANT: Doing Try Outs Credits: Guest: Amar Lal Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell The Voice: Chuck Smith

  • #593
    April 28 · 1 hr 15 min· Video

    WCA #593 with Katie Marie Richards – Self-taught Foundations, Four-track Experiments, Blue Rock, and The Human Experience

    In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer, engineer, and multi-instrumentalist Katie Marie for a deep dive into her 30-year career journey, moving from a rural UK trailer to world-class studios. They discuss the transition from solo artistry to a supportive production role, the philosophy of professional growth, and maintaining a healthy mindset around the business of music. In This Episode, We Discuss: Producer And Multi-instrumentalist Background Leaving School At Fifteen Self-taught Musical Foundations Early Four-track Recording Experiments Transitioning From Solo Artist Managing Performance Anxiety Relocating From Devon To Austin Mentorship At Blue Rock Studio Sharing Process Via Live Streams Transitioning To North Carolina Morning And Afternoon Life Stages Growing Wider Rather Than Taller Collaborating With Christie Lenée Overcoming A Poverty Mindset Charging Based On Value Selling The Human Experience Prioritizing Songs Over Gear Adapting To New Environments Links and Show Notes: Katie Marie’s Site Blue Rock Studio Book Reference: You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero Matt's Rant: What IS possible Credits: Guest: Katie Marie Richards Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell The Voice: Chuck Smith

  • #592
    April 21 · 1 hr 13 min

    WCA #592 with Ronan Chris Murphy – Falling Trees, World Travel, Anchor Points, and Being a Respectful Human

    In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back producer, engineer, mixer Ronan Chris Murphy (King Crimson, Steve Morse, Terry Bozzio, Tony Levin) to talk about being a pro audio nomad, falling trees, and and anchor points. In This Episode, We Discuss: World Travel Falling Trees Language Being a Respectful Human Anchor POints Debt Links and Show Notes: Ronan's Site Matt's Rant: Passion for Audio Credits: Guest: Ronan Chris Murphy Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell The Voice: Chuck Smith

  • #591
    April 13 · 1 hr 2 min· Video

    WCA #591 with Tyrone "Cross Bone T" Harris – Curiosity and Learning, Building a Client Base, Health Challenges, Overcoming Obstacles, and The Importance of Small Wins

    In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes mixing and mastering engineer Tyrone "Cross Bone T" Harris who shares his journey from a young music enthusiast in London to a professional mixing and mastering engineer. In This Episode, We Discuss: Musical Roots and Early Influences The Journey into Music Production Curiosity and Learning in Music Early Experiences with Technology First Steps in Radio and Education Navigating Challenges in Music Education Transitioning to Professional Environments Live Sound Experiences and Growth The Art of Live Sound Engineering Navigating the Music Industry as a Young Professional Health Challenges and Career Adaptation Transitioning to Home Studio Work Building a Client Base in a Niche Market Philosophy on Life and Overcoming Obstacles The Importance of Small Wins and Motivation Links and Show Notes: CBT's Site Matt's Rant: Sonic Citizens Credits: Guest: Tyrone "Cross Bone T" Harris Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell The Voice: Chuck Smith

  • #590
    April 7 · 1 hr 18 min· Video

    WCA #590 with Phillip Broussard –Gulf Coast, Kingsway, Teatro, Rick Rubin, and Prioritizing Vibe

    In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer/engineer/mixer and archivist, Phillip Broussard who has worked with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Slipknot, System of a Down, and many more In This Episode, We Discuss: Texas upbringing Jobs in Gulf Coast refineries First studio internships in Austin Houston and Austin Kingsway Studio in New Orleans Prioritizing vibe over gear Relocating to Los Angeles Managing Teatro in Oxnard Collaboration with Rick Rubin Handling limited recording budgets Skills in reading the room Balancing career and family life Negotiating rates and invoicing Audio archiving and session restoration Networking to find new music Links and Show Notes: Phillip's Site Trina Shoemaker on WCA Dave Schiffman on WCA Matt's Rant: Inspiration and Imagination Credits: Guest: Phillip Broussard Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell The Voice: Chuck Smith

  • #589
    March 31 · 1 hr 22 min· Video

    WCA #589 with Mitch Easter – R.E.M., Drive-In Studio, Don Dixon, North Carolina, and Fidelatorium Recordings

    In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcome musician/songwriter/producer/engineer Mitch Easter known for his work on the early R.E.M. records as well as his work with the db's, Game Theory, and Marshal Crenshaw as well as his own band Let's Active. In This Episode, We Discuss: Background and Upbringing Early Interest in Recording Drive-In Studio Fidelatorium Recordings Balancing Multiple Roles Collaboration with Don Dixon The Music Industry and the Indie Ecosystem Influences and Inspirations Views on Retirement Links and Show Notes: YouTube version Mitch's Site Matt's Rant: Creating Opportunity Credits: Guest: Mitch Easter Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell The Voice: Chuck Smith

  • #588
    March 23 · 1 hr 3 min· Video

    WCA #588 with Joe Costa– Ordering Lunch with William Shatner, Berklee School of Music, Mixing from Home, and Reading the Room

    In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes engineer/mixer Joe Costa who has worked with Ben Folds. Sara Bareilles, William Shatner and many more. In This Episode, We Discuss: Ordering Lunch with William (Bill) Shatner Working with Ben Folds Mixing from Home Moving to Nashville Berklee School of Music Reading the Room Links and Show Notes: Joe On Instagram @costa71 Watch the Interview on YouTube Matt's Rant: Know Your Value Credits: Guest: Joe Costa Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell The Voice: Chuck Smith

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