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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.
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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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back engineer/producer electrician, Mike Blodgett to discuss electricity and pro audio!In This Episode, We Discuss:Isolated GroundsIsolation TransformersGround RodsPower ConditionersApartment PowerHome Studio PowerElectrical SafetyLinks and Show Notes:Mike on WCA #348Matt's Rant: How You ListenCredits:Guest: Mike BlodgettHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back engineer/producer and 3D audio geek, Hans-Martin Buff to discuss mixing Peter Gabriel's I/O as well as his own project Tearjerkers. In This Episode, We Discuss:TearjerkersPeter GabrielReal Word StudiosBinaural MixingATMOSFormat HatersLinks and Show Notes:Pure Audio Streaming:Immersive Audio Album:Link tree Album:Youtube Siren Video:Audiomovers Apple: Illusonics Neumann RimeVirtuoso: Waves NX: Matt's Rant: Focused DiscussionCredits:Guest: Hans-Martin BuffHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Engineer, Producer, Mixer Steve Dierkens. In this conversation, Steve shares his journey from as a succesful enginer working in film in California to a professional audio engineer and producer living in Canada. He discusses his early influences, the transition to a professional career, and the lifestyle changes that came with moving to Canada. Steve reflects on the challenges of building a studio, the importance of family, and the reevaluation of his career goals. He emphasizes the need for joy in music production and offers insights into financial perspectives in the audio profession. The conversation also touches on remote collaborations, social media challenges, and the definition of success and happiness in the industry.In This Episode, We Discuss:Career path shiftFamily-driven choicesMoved to CanadaStudio-building challengesJoy in workFinancial balanceValued client relationshipsGlobal collaborationsSocial media pressureRedefining successLinks and Show Notes:Steve and Chris Selim's PodcastMatt's Rant: More on Streaming vs Physical MediaCredits:Guest: Steve DierkensHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Grammy winning Mixer, Producer, & Mastering Engineer Jon Rezin who has worked with Natalia Jimenez, One Direction, Andy Grammer, BoA, and Santana.In This Episode, We Discuss:Working Remotely in OhioMixingSaving TimeSkillsNetworkBuilding RelationshipsThe Masked SingerAmerican IdolLinks and Show Notes:Jon's SiteJon on InstagramMatt's Rant: Streaming vs Physical MediaCredits:Guest: Jon RezinHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back Recording and Mixing Engineer Steve Genewick. Steve gives us the full behind the scenes look into the making of the new Spinal Tap record "The End Continues". From the initial phone call to the release of the record and movie we get into the details. In This Episode, We Discuss:Initial Phone CallWhere to RecordSetupMics, Preamps, etc..MixingMixing in ATMOSWIG Day!In The BoxCracking UpLinks and Show Notes:The time code softwareDownload the Input List!Steve's site Link to the record on Apple MusicWCA #070 with Al Schmitt & Steve GenewickWCA #324 with Steve GenewickWCA Live from NAMM 2024Matt's Rant: PerfectionCredits:Guest: Steve GenewickHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Jordan Lonn, Head Audio Engineer at the Gallo Center for the Arts in Modesto, California. The venue hosts a wide range of performances, including musical acts such as Joss Stone, Joan Osborne, and the Count Basie Orchestra, as well as musical theater and stand-up comedy.In This Episode, We Discuss:Guitar CenterDropping Out Of CollegePaying DuesSustained EnergyFailing Kidney'sHealth EpiphanyHome Town GigFOHGallo CenterLinks and Show Notes:Gallo Center for The ArtsMatt's Rant: Acting TerritorialCredits:Guest: Jordan LonnHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back Grammy Nominated producer, engineer, and mixer Travis Ference as well as multi-instrumentalist, sound designer and audio engineer Kerry Rose to talk all about backing up and archiving audio. In This Episode, We Discuss:3-2-1 SystemBest Practices & ConsiderationsInsurance & LiabilityPersonal Experiences Travis's Altadena Fire ExperienceKerry's Nevada City Fire ScareScorched EarthRemote/Cloud StorageChallenges with CloudOffsite NASMethodology Over ToolsLinks and Show Notes:Watch Duty App GMRS RadiosDocumentary on ParadiseBackblazeSync.comNeofinderSynology NASOWCTravis onlineMatt's Rant: The Many Hats We WearCredits:Guest: Travis Ference and Kerry RoseHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes engineer and producer Moses Schneider. The Berliner is responsible for some of the most successful records of recent years. The Beatsteaks achieved their breakthrough in the German charts under his direction. His other productions include Tocotronic, Fehlfarben, Dendemann, Kreator and others. In 2008, Schneider was nominated for the German music award Echo for his work on "Kapitulation" by Tocotronic and "Limbo Messiah" by the Beatsteaks. In 2018 and 2022 he was nominated for the German music Award "Preis für Popkultur" as "favorite Producer". In This Episode, We Discuss:Hansa StudiosThe PixiesGil NortonGordon RaphaelNew YorkBerlinDisco PowderGentrificationObscuring AudioLinks and Show Notes:Moses on InstagramMoses websiteMatt's Rant: Walking.....yes walkingCredits:Guest: Moses SchneiderHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back Ady Parzentny. Adrian Parzentny is a German‒Polish music producer, audio engineer, and creative adventurer. With over 13 years of travel and music production experience, Adrian has recorded traditional musicians across Morocco, the Sahara Desert, and beyond — often in remote villages, mountain ranges, and DIY setups built inside vans and hotel rooms.In This Episode, We Discuss:Barcelona moveAudio Nomad bookStudio connectionsModelingFreelance audioTravel recordingGear philosophyArtist supportMusic mediumsAuthentic livingIntuition guidesLinks and Show Notes:Get the book! Listen to Ady on WCA #468Matt's Rant: More DisciplineCredits:Guest: Ady ParzentnyHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer, engineer, and musician Assad Lakkis, the creative force behind Bull Funk Zoo and owner of Bull Funk Studios in Dubai. Assad’s career blends boundary-pushing rock, funk, and experimental sounds with his work producing and recording artists from around the world, making him a central figure in the Middle Eastern music scene.In This Episode, We Discuss:The Bullfunk IdentityTime in the USBullfunk StudiosLearning and MentorshipFirst Studio ChallengesJob Market in DubaiCurrent Home StudioFinancial RealitiesClient Acquisition Diversified IncomeContinuous LearningPerseveranceMental HealthLinks and Show Notes:Bull Funk ZooBull Funk StudiosBull Funk Zoo on YouTube: Matt's Rant: Self-employed disciplineCredits:Guest: Assad LakkisHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer, engineer, mixer, Toby Lloyd who runs Tiny Triumph Recordings in Wellington, New Zealand. Toby's career spans working in film (The Hobbit Trilogy, Avatar, Mortal Engines) as well as music by playing a central role in the New Zealand Music world. In This Episode, We Discuss:Producing And Mixing MusicRooftop Recording StudioMeditation And Cold PlungePunk Rock Beginnings110 Studio RejectionsSound Recordist On The HobbitLearning In CollaborationEight Years In FilmUniversity Studio EngineerFull-Time Music ProducerIntimate Studio DesignNew Studio LeaseParenting Five ChildrenArtist Relationship BuildingFinancial Discipline StrategyWellington Music ChallengesSafe Space For ArtistsStaying In New ZealandStories Of PerseveranceLinks and Show Notes:Toby's StudioMatt's Rant: A BrainstormCredits:Guest: Toby LloydHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer/engineer/musician Pierre de Reeder. Pierre owns and runs 64 Sound and is a member of the band Rilo Kiley. In This Episode, We Discuss:Rilo KileyLA Survival64 SoundDave TrumfioRecording on 8 Track CassetteNew Studio Business ModelBonding with the LandlordThe HuntLinks and Show Notes:64 SoundKing Size Sound LabsRob Schnapf on WCAProfit First BookRilo Kiley on Apple MusicYou Are a Bad Ass at Making Money BookThe Psychology of MoneyMatt's Rant: Money TalkCredits:Guest: Pierre de ReederHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes engineer and producer Mark Pistel. His extensive credits include influential work with Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy and Consolidated, as well as notable collaborations with artists such as Meat Beat Manifesto, Grace Jones, Hercules and Love Affair, Chuck Prophet, Rykarda Parasol, Machines of Loving Grace, Holly Herndon, Los Mocosos, and many others.In This Episode, We Discuss:Growing up in DuluthVibrant San Francisco SceneSampler RevolutionDisposable Heroes Album ProductionJack DangersAdapting to Industry ChangesUnion WorkLinks and Show Notes:https://www.markpistel.comMatt's Rant: DifferencesCredits:Guest: Mark PistelHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Engineer & Producer Stefan Bock. His credits include productions for Peter Maffay, Herbert Grönemeyer, Sarah Brightman, Yello, 2L, Berliner Philharmoniker and Deutsche Grammophon.Due to his expertise in the field of immersive audio, Stefan Bock is a renown speaker at international congresses, including those of the Audio Engineering Society and the Association of German Sound Engineers. He is also a regular lecturer at the ARD.ZDF Medienakademie.In This Episode, We Discuss:Being Too EarlyInventionsImmersive AudioPure Audio StreamingMSM StudiosThe Beauty of NicheGood AcousticsLinks and Show Notes:Pure Audio StreamingMSM StudiosMatt's Rant: Nerd GroupsCredits:Guest: Stefan BockHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back producer, mixer, composer and songwriter Daniel Holter. Daniel first appeared in 2018 on WCA Episode #179. Over the years, Daniel has mixed music by artists such as Nick Lowe, Field Report, Over The Rhine, Amos Lee, Blitzen Trapper, Collections of Colonies of Bees, Phil Keaggy, Crowded House, Dead Horses, WebsterX, and Ryan Higa. He’s also composed and/or produced thousands of cues currently being used by such varied clients as Apple, Nike, Google, Microsoft, GM & Gatorade, virtually all of the top shows on HBO, ESPN, CBS, ABC, NBC, Fox, and all across the globe in tv, radio, advertisements, video games and film.In This Episode, We Discuss:Studio AestheticsHospitalityMaking Artists Feel at HomeTHUD StudiosRelationshipsCashflowSeattleFamily BusinessCandlesLinks and Show Notes:Daniel on WCA #179The Candles! (discount Applied on Checkout)THUD StudioMatt's Rant: The CurseCredits:Guest: Daniel HolterHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Engineer and Composer Dane Giordano who has engineered artists for Warner, Sony and Universal Music Group. Dane has composed music for Film, Video Games, Television and more! He is also one of the House Engineers at Young Avenue Sound & Sun Studio.In This Episode, We Discuss:First Studio ExperienceTouring Survival MethodsBad Engineer ExperiencesPositive Studio ExperiencesFlat RatesEngineering Transition Sun Studio Electrical Audio InternshipSteve Albini's KindnessProfessional Studio HabitsEmbrace Beginner MindsetClients By Word-Of-MouthFinancial Discipline Diversifying ServicesLinks and Show Notes:Dane's SiteMatt's Rant: Session Documentation in the 21st CenturyCredits:Guest: Dane GiordanoHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Grammy WInning Producer/engineer/mixer, Justin Francis who has worked alongside artists like Sheryl Crow, Kacey Musgraves, Tyler Childers, Lake Street Dive, Justin Timberlake, Madison Cunningham, Gary Clark Jr, Sarah Jarosz and Lauren Daigle.In This Episode, We Discuss:Early Music PassionAudio Production PathStudio ImmersionFormal Audio TrainingNashville Career GrowthEfficient Studio CultureNavigating Payment EthicsCommunity Client InsightsNashville's "Clicky" NatureRemote Studio BenefitsBeyond Music RowLinks and Show Notes:Justin's SiteMatt's Rant: SimplificationCredits:Guest: Justin FrancisHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back mastering engineer and host of The Mastering Show, Ian Shepherd. They dive into the current state of mastering, AI’s growing role, work/life balance, and in-the-box vs. out-of-the-box mastering.In This Episode, We Discuss:Companion podcast episodeAdvances in mastering technologyThe rise of AI masteringShift toward releasing singlesImpact of social mediaMastering now democratizedLower barrier to entryAI lacks human contextAI results often bland/genericHumans provide taste and nuanceNetworking challenges in rural areasTechnology removes many practical limitsCareer hasn’t suffered despite changesFacing an empty nest soonFocus on intentional, joyful workKnown as the "loudness guy"Links and Show Notes:Ian's 100th episodeIan on WCA #132Matt's Rant: Building ThingsCredits:Guest: Ian ShepherdHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer and mixer Dan Malsch to discuss his journey from guitarist to studio owner, working with bands like Ghost and Avenged Sevenfold, building studios with his own hands, and maintaining a no-ego approach to recording at the highest level.In This Episode, We Discuss:Dan Malsch’s Journey From Guitarist to Music ProducerExplore how Dan transitioned from touring with his metal band Wicked Mariah to becoming a full-time producer and mix engineer.Building and Running a Professional Recording StudioLearn how Dan used his construction background to build a world-class recording studio in the Poconos from the ground up.Working With Major Artists Like Ghost and Avenged SevenfoldDan shares behind-the-scenes stories of working with chart-topping rock and metal bands including Ghost, Avenged Sevenfold, and Gojira.Mixing in Dolby AtmosGet insight into how Dan created an Atmos mix room in two weeks and how he mixed Ghost's Impera and Skeletor albums in Dolby Atmos.Collaborating With Legendary Mixer Andy WallaceHear how a chance meeting led to a close working relationship with Andy Wallace and how that partnership elevated Dan’s career.Running a Successful Studio in a Secondary MarketDiscover how Dan attracts big-name clients to his Pennsylvania studio without being based in LA, Nashville, or New York.How to Maintain Long-Term Clients as a Music ProducerDan discusses how professionalism, personal communication, and trust help him retain high-profile clients year after year.Balancing Studio Life and Family LifeHear how Dan prioritized being present for his family while running a busy studio and raising two kids.Links and Show Notes:Dan's StudioIMSRV Studio In StockholmAdvice from Robert Diniro videoMatt's Rant: PersistenceCredits:Guest: Dan MalschHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back producer, engineer, songwriter and host of Recording Studio Rockstars Lij Shaw.In This Episode, We Discuss:Friendship & CommunicationStudio & WorkspaceCosta Rica TripMusic & ProductionCollaboration & MixingIdentity & RolesTime ManagementLinks and Show Notes:Recording Studio RockstarsChris Chamness (Matt & Lij colab)Matt's Rant: BarriersCredits:Guest: Lij ShawHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
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