Working Class Audio – Page 3 – Navigating the World of Recording With a Working Class Perspective

WCA #500 with Catherine Marks

WCA #500 with Catherine Marks – Architect to Producer, Fearlessness, Supportive Mentors, Managing Creative Conflicts, and Capturing the Immediacy of a Moment

My guest today is Grammy-Winning London-based producer and Mixer Catherine Marks, who has worked on projects for boygenius, Wolf Alice, and The Mysterines.

In this episode, we discuss

Upbringing in Australia
Early exposure to music through parents’ record collection
Participation in a Yamaha piano course at an all-girls school
Development of interest in songwriting and record production
Studying architecture at the University of Melbourne
Taking a year out to work in Dublin
Introduction to Dublin’s music
Immersion in live music and DJ nights in Dublin
Discovery of interest in music production and reverb
Transition from architecture degree to music production career
Learning about music production while working for Flood
Recording a song with Elastica, gaining Flood’s attention
Fearlessness and willingness to take opportunities
Early advice from her father and
Support from the Dublin community
Early experiences in the studio,
Multitasking in various roles
Learning via observing, asking questions, and reading manuals
Development of skills and studio efficiency
Mentorship from Alan Moulder
Working with producers like Dmitry Tikovoy, Ben Hillier, and Flood
Importance of capturing the immediacy of a moment over technical perfection
Discipline to let go of awareness and move forward in projects
Managing creative conflicts and rising from unknown engineer to sought-after producer
Establishing connections with key individuals in the music industry
Importance of mutual understanding and communication in the recording process
Working with Alan Moulder and Flood, enhancing her career
Mutual respect and high expectations foster professional growth
Importance of enjoying projects and respecting colleagues
Prioritizing a balanced lifestyle over immediate success
Pressure to maintain career momentum and need for self-care to prevent burnout
Consistent commitment and passion for work
Experiences and reflections on winning a Grammy award
Highs and lows of industry recognition
Challenges of being away for extended periods during album work
Anticipation for future projects and collaborations

Matt’s Rant: 500 Episodes and Pressing On

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Catherine Marks
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #499 with Stephen Kerrison

WCA #499 with Stephen Kerrison – Touring to Mastering, Weird Jungle, Liverpool Music Scene, Instilling Confidence, Listening, and The Importance of Taste in Mastering

My guest today is UK-based mastering engineer Stephen Kerrison, known for his work with Petbrick, Ditz, Charles Watson, Jake Isaac, Lleo, and Liz Lawrence. This is Stephen’s second appearance on Working Class Audio, his first being WCA #413 alongside Katie Tavini, a fellow Weird Jungle Mastering Collective member.

In this episode, we discuss

Weird Jungle Collective Update
Liverpool Music Scene Evolution
Working Under a Record Shop
From Touring to Mastering
Collective’s Structural Changes
Industry’s Financial Realities
Instilling Confidence
Balancing Creativity and Technique
Musicians’ Record Perspectives
Older vs. Younger Musicians
Transition to Mastering
Mastering Different Genres
Challenges of Live Performance
Importance of Taste in Mastering
Exploring the UK Music Scene
Collaborative Music Environment
Managing Work-Life Balance
Financial Strategy
Use of Backing Tracks
Maintaining Artist Confidence
Comparison to Visual Art
Listening
Checking Out The Competition
Seth Godin

Matt’s Rant: Stepping Away

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Stephen Kerrison
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #498 with Jacob Winik

WCA #498 with Jacob Winik – Gillman Street Experiences, Improving Live Sound, Tiny Telephone, Improved Quality of Life, and Cosmic Standard

My guest today is Jacob Winik, the COO, Technical Director, and Sound Designer at Cosmic Standard, an audio production company he co-founded with his wife, Eliza Smith, in January 2020. Jacob has collaborated on projects with TED, Patagonia, Dropbox, KQED, Samantha Crain, Meernaa, Doe Eye, and Steep Ravine. He previously worked as an audio engineer at Tiny Telephone in San Francisco.

In this episode, we discuss

Bay Area Upbringing
Parents’ Musical Influence
Early Punk Music
Divorce Sparks Punk Interest
Gillman Street Experiences
Technology at Home
Early Instruments
School Band Reluctance
Discovering DIY Punk
College Band Experience
House Shows in College
Obsessed with Music Making
Improving Live Sound
Early Recording Awareness
DIY Recording at Gillman
First Demo Recording
College Film Studies
Pursuit of Music Recording
Internship at The Compound
Learning Basic Recording Skills
Building Client Relationships
Internship at Fantasy Studios
Analog Tape Recording Challenges
Journey Recording Experience
Interning with Magic Magic Orchestra
John Vanderslice
Studio Setup at Tiny Telephone
Transition to Professional Engineer
Hands-on Learning with Tape
Podcast Company Formation
Balancing Overhead Costs
Scalable Team Structure
Remote Work Adaptation
Handling Pandemic Challenges
Client Training Remotely
Improved Quality of Life
Building Client Relationships

Matt’s Rant: Moving Through Your Audio Career with Blinders On

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Jacob Winik
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #497 with Danny Reisch

WCA #497 with Danny Reisch – Dallas Childhood Memories, Back to the Future, Daytrotter Sessions, Austin Music Scene, Moving to LA, and Making Records on Cassette 8 Tracks

My guest today is Los Angeles-based Producer/Mixer/Engineer/Drummer Danny Reisch, who has worked on projects for Local Natives, Dirty Projectors, Khruangbin, Barns Courtney, White Denim, Other Lives, Shearwater, Sun June, Tele Novella, Intocable, Halo video game ( last 3 seasons), The Green Knight score (a24), Disney Peter Pan score, Interview With The Vampire score, Willie Nelson, Ed Sheeran, Lizzo, The Zombies, Counting Crows, Jimmy Cliff, Father John Misty and many more.

In this episode, we discuss

Dallas Childhood Memories
Early Band Experiences
Four Track Beginnings
Michael Jackson Obsession
Back to Future Influence
Supportive Creative Family
Unique School Experience
Discipline
College Music Degree
Early Audio Awareness
Atmos Mixing Insights
Texas State University
Touring and College Life
Sound Design Job
Band Experiences Takeaways
Respect for Bands
Working with Passionate Clients
Good Danny’s Studio Journey
Early Studio Challenges
Austin Music Scene
Daytrotter Sessions Impact
South by Southwest Frenzy
Live Recording Skills
Move to Los Angeles
Pandemic Mixing Shift
Film Score Mixing
Financial Ecosystem Differences
LA Studio Setup Challenges
John Congleton’s Advice

Matt’s Rant: What If?

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Danny Reisch
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #496 with Don Zientara

WCA #496 with Don Zientara – Historical Significance, Studio Relocation, Curated Gear Choices, Surfing, and Staying Young, and Back to the Basement Where It All Started

My guest today is the return of producer/engineer/mixer Don Zientara. Don has been highly influential in the D.C. hardcore music scene for over 30 years for his work with iconic punk and rock bands, including Fugazi, Minor Threat, Bad Brains, Jawbox, and The Evens. His contributions have been pivotal in shaping the sound of many Dischord Records artists.

In this episode, we discuss

Studio Relocation
New Basement Setup
Historical Recordings
Studio Gear Changes
Analog to Digital Shift
Compact Studio Space
Recording Challenges and Success
Microphone Selection Strategy
Digital Console Benefits
Outboard Gear Preferences
Lower Overhead Costs
Promotion and Clientele
Reflection on Studio History
Neighborhood and Noise Management
Surfing and Staying Young
Selective Project Choices
Client Reactions
Control and Live Room Setup
Communication in Studio
Evolution of Punk Scene
Consistent Studio Rates
Historical Significance
Industry Perception

Matt’s Rant: Beginning the Journey

Links and Show Notes

Don on WCA #106
Don Zientara’s Biography: Wikipedia
Inner Ear Studio: Inner Ear Studio Official Website
Rights of Spring: Rights of Spring – Wikipedia

Credits

Guest: Don Zientara
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #495 with Elliot Vaughan

WCA #495 with Elliot Vaughan – City of Black Sabbath, Music In the House, Mission Impossible Night, and Persistent Learning

My guest today is Bristol, UK-based producer and mixer Elliot Vaughan, who has worked on projects by Frank Turner, Jason Ringenberg, Spunge, Ugly Kid Joe, Sonic Boom 6, The Wildhearts, Masca, and Hectares. Elliot is also an MPG Awards 2024 Breakthrough Producer Of The Year Nominee.

In this episode, we discuss

Bristol
Miles to Kilometers Conversion
City of Black Sabbath
Birmingham Heavy Metal Roots
Born Near John Bonham
Mom’s Bank to Nurse Career
Dad’s Ever-Changing Jobs
Peacefully Divorced Parents
Music In the House
Piano Practice
Hated Old Piano Teacher
Drum Lessons to Escape Math
Parents’ Divorce Silver Lining
Drums vs Piano
Early Band Touring Adventures
Recording Studio Misfit
Mission Impossible Night
Pro Tools Learning Struggles
Band Tour Realization Moment
Day Job at Museum
Begging for Studio Time
Faked Experience for Bands
Building Reputation
Persistent Learning

Matt’s Rant: Change of Heart

Links and Show Notes

Elliots site

Credits

Guest: Elliot Vaughan
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #494 with Aaron C Schroeder

WCA #494 with Aaron C Schroeder – Battle of the Bands, Palm Pilot Payment, Recording a Scene, and The Return to Physical Goods

My guest today is Producer/Engineer Aaron C Schroeder, who has worked on projects for Willie Nelson, Hotegaia, Hallows, Arden Leas, Sharkie, Coasthouse Materials, and Hollow Earth Radio.

In this episode, we discuss

Texas Upbringing
Roller Blading & Silverchair
Battle of the Bands
Early Recording Experiments
Recording School
Studio Watchdog
Recording Willie Nelson
Palm Pilot Payment
Recording at Home
Mell Dettmer
Moving to Seattle
Working In a Gay Porn Store
Recording a Scene
Landlord Challenges
Recording in A Former Strip Club
Running a Basement Studio
The Fugazi Ethos
Don Zientara
Diverisication of Audio
Podcasting Gigs
The Return to Physical Goods
Patreon Page
Audio for Film
Business Manager Role
Chuck Vanderbilt

Matt’s Rant: Not Missing Out on Life

Links and Show Notes

Jacob Sciba on WCA #263
Steve Chadie on WCA #245 / #487
Alan Evans on WCA #133 /#328
The Altec Bird Cage
Aaron’s Patreon
Aaron’s Site

Credits

Guest: Aaron C Schroeder
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #493 with William Garrett

WCA #493 with William Garrett – Stereo Under the Stairs, Tossing X-Rays, After Hours Recording, Producing for Spotify, Hugging Smokey Robinson, and Burt Bacharach’s Jacket

My guest today is Producer, Engineer & Mixer William Garrett. William has worked with a LARGE amount of people! That’s includes Esperanza Spalding, Grouplove, John Legend, The Head and the Heart, Migos, Zara Larsson, The Shins, Max Richter, Sting, Ed Sheeran, Zac Brown Band, Rascal Flatts, TLC, Arcade Fire, Miley Cyrus, Norah Jones, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Lopez, The National, Greta Van Fleet, St. Vincent, Iron & Wine, Luke Combs, Jack White, The Raconteurs, Cyndi Lauper, John Cale, Conor Oberst, New Kids On The Block, Michael Monroe, Jennifer Lopez, John Waite, Slayer, Brandi Carlile, Def Leppard, Tony Bennett, Diana Krall, Shawn Mendes, Mac Miller, Elton John, Yo-Yo Ma, Michael Bublé, Jon Batiste, Vampire Weekend, Carly Rae Jepsen, Alicia Keys, The Lumineers, Alanis Morissette, Black Pumas, James Blake, Finneas, Arlo Parks, Shania Twain, Avril Lavigne, Samara Joy, Molly Tuttle, and Margot Price……..to name a few!

In this episode, we discuss

Winston Salem, North Carolina
Tobacco Leaves
A Great Childhood
Stereo Under the Stairs
Early Musical Influences
Wipeout!
Playing Coffee Houses
Tossing X-Rays
Sound on Sound Recording
Boarding School in Maine
The World of Jingles
Nashville Sessions
Political Science and Economics
Berklee College of Music
Networking
Working as a Janitor
Driving Cabs on the Side
Burt Bacharach’s Jacket
Tape Copy Guy
Alpha Media Records
After Hours Recording
House Sound Guy
Recording band Demos
The Norah Jones Story
Changing Technology
Presence and Perseverance
Jolly Automatic
Slayer
The Black Crowes
Rick Ruben
Ed Stasium
George Drakoulius
Hugging Smokey Robinson
Producing Artists for Spotify
Getting Laid Off
Going back to Freelance
Being Grateful

Matt’s Rant: Going the Extra Mile

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: William Garrett
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

Video Interview

WCA #492 with Toby Campen

WCA #492 with Toby Campen – Mastering Mindset, Switching Lanes, Keeping Rates Up, Human Interaction, and Taking Care of Yourself

My guest today is Mastering Engineer Toby Campen, based in Brighton, UK, who has worked with Black Pines, Everyday Saints, The Endearing, Young Empress, Thorisson, Bekimachine, Rodney Cromwell, Daniel Hugh, Gemma Cullingford, The Droppers Neck, and Pixelstorm.

In this episode, we discuss

Growing up in Essex
Recording His Band
Crappy College Studio
Liner Note Reading
Recording Local Bands
Book Heavy Recording Classes
Archiving
Mixing for Film and TV
Mastering Mindset
Switching Lanes
Setting Up a Business
Going Part Time
Help From Wierd Jungle
Inspiration from Justin Perkins
Inspiration from Glenn Schick
Early Mistakes
Keeping Rates Up
Travis Ference
AI Considerations
Getting Clients
The Tube
Human Interaction
Social Media Messaging
Audio Minimalism
Taking Care of Yourself
Standup/Sit Down
Production Expert

Matt’s Rant: Net 30 and Beyond

Links and Show Notes

TobyCampen.com

Credits

Guest: Bruno Barcella
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #491 with Bruno Barcella

WCA #491 with Bruno Barcella – Brothers Influence, Attraction of Tape, Laundry Room Recording, Importance of Family, and Music in Sarnico, Italy

My guest today is Producer/ Recording and Mixing Engineer Bruno Barcella, based in Sarnico, Italy, who has worked with The Peawees, Bee Bee Sea, Faz Waltz, The Manges, Dahlmanns, Kurt Baker, Gluts, The Apers, Freez, and Zatopeks.

In this episode, we discuss

Sarnico, Italy
Brothers Influence
American Music
Playing Drums
Recording in Middle School
Punk Rock Bands
The Attraction of Tape
Sense of Community
Vasco Rossi
60’s Girl Groups
Power Pop
Laundry Room Recording
Becoming a Studio Partner
Mixing at Home
Big Tree Studio
Live Sound
The Weird Jungle Influence
Trading Sticks for Faders
Importance of Family
Grumpy Live Sound People
Rates
Steve Albini

Matt’s Rant: Reflecting on Steve Albini

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Bruno Barcella
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #490 with Joe Bagale aka Otis McDonald

WCA #490 with Joe Bagale, AKA Otis McDonald – Music with Family, San Francisco, The Creation of Otis McDonald, Hyde Street Studios, Pandemic Recording, and Working 9-5

My guest today is artist, producer, engineer, mixing, and mastering engineer Joe Bagale, AKA Otis McDonald, who has worked with Aloe Blacc, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Eric Krasno, King Canyon, Nicholas Payton, Son Little, Nigel Hall, and Adam Deitch.

In this episode, we discuss

Growing up in Rochester
Music Teacher Dad
Attic Studio
Music with Family
Playing Drums
Bill Clinton on Sax
Recording Lessons from Dad
Home Recording
Steve Gadd
Eastman School of Music
Moving to San Francisco
Intro to Pro Tools
Coast Recorders
Jazz Mafia
Connecting the Dots
Becoming a Producer
Micky Hart Band
YouTube Library
Identity Crisis
The Creation of Otis McDonald
Facebook Sound Collection
Pandemic
Royalties
Song a Week
Hyde Street Studios
Working 9-5
The New Music Industry
Financial Philosophy
Pandemic Recording

Matt’s Rant: Another Habit Talk

Credits

Guest:
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

Video Interview

WCA #489 with BZ Lewis

WCA #489 with BZ Lewis – Big Spring, TX, Tumbleweed Smith, Outlier Status, Prophetic Dreams, and The Yellow Page Crowd

My guest today is Composer/Producer/Engineer BZ Lewis who has worked on projects for Blame Sally, Roberta Flack, MTV, Microsoft, Mapplethorpe, World Poker Tour, Dateline, All My Children, The Shield, and Guitar Hero to name just a few.

In this episode, we discuss

The Origin of BZ
Big Spring, TX
Tumbleweed Smith
Reel to Reel Duplication
Outlier Status
David Koresh
UT Austin
Guilt Over Leaving Music
Prophetic Dreams
Starting a Production Company
Making a Movie
Moving From Texas
Easily Digital Audio
Riding a Bike
San Francisco Studio
Working in Mall Music Store
Media Creature
Luck
POPTUNA
Company Splits
Working with New Beginners
Music Libraries
Saving Early
Frugal Living
Work-Life Balance
Yellow Page Crowd

Matt’s Rant: Taking the Weekend Off

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: BZ Lewis
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #488 with Gavin Haverstick

WCA #488 with Gavin Haverstick – Acoustical Design, Love of Music, Investing in Yourself, Creating Inspiring Rooms, Acoustic Myths, and Meeting People Where They’re At

My guest today is Acoustical Consultant Gavin Haverstick. Gavin has worked on projects for Ringo Starr, Coldplay, Twenty One Pilots, Louis Bell, Tim Henson, Tori Kelly, David Crowder, and Luca Pretolesi.

In this episode, we discuss

Small Town in Indiana
Colorado State University
Love of Music
Highschool Sweethearts
Musical Theater
Love of Stability
Robotics and Mechanical Engineering
Working for Auralex
Laminating Battery Cells
Going Solo
Relationships
Hiring People Better Than You
Rider Leadership Solutions
Investing in Yourself
Adding Value
Meeting People Where They’re At
Underestimating Isolation
Building Codes
Aiding Contractors
Working with Dolby
ATMOS Rooms
Creating Inspiring Rooms
Storage Space
Lighting
Acoustic Myths
Planning for the Future
Core Values

Matt’s Rant: Stepping Outside The Bubble

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Gavin Haverstick
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #487 with Steve Chadie

WCA #487 with Steve Chadie – Sharing Knowledge, Leaving the Nest, Gig Snagging, Low Maintenance Living, and The Loudness Button

My guest today is the return of Grammy-winning engineer and Mixer Steve Chadie. Steve has worked on projects for Willie Nelson, Los Lonely Boys, Particle Kid, and Supersuckers.

In this episode, we discuss

The Shroom Room
Rupert Neve Design
The Well-Behaved Self
Potty Mouth
Too Much Truck Time
Denton, Texas
Titty Bingo
Expanding Client Base
Management
Painfully Introverted
Networking
Willie Nelson
Leaving the Nest
College Ball
Leaving Texas
Making it Work
Being Challenged
Time to Make The Doughnuts
The Inner Asshole
Staying Invisible
Wendel Junior
Missle Command
Low Maintenance Living
Ikigai
Free Work
Gig Snagging
Legal Pads
Mold Sickness
Recalls
Thinking About Quitting
The Loudness Button
Commitment
Willing to Learn
Nighttime Calm
Financial Advice
Sharing Knowledge

Matt’s Rant: Tune Out

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Steve Chadie
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #486 with Ryan Ordway

WCA #486 with Ryan Ordway – Music Learned Via Camping, The Rembrandts, Fallback Plans, Client Trends, and the Portland Music Scene

My guest today is Producer/Engineer/Songwriter, Ryan Ordway. Ryan runs The Studio Portland and has worked with 98.9 WCLZ Studio Z Series, The Heavy Heavy, Gregory Alan Isa Kov, Nature Valley, and actor Xander Berkeley.

In this episode, we discuss

Central New Hampshire
Music Learned Via Camping
Being Connected Technologically
The Rembrandts
Fallback Plan
LA Kicking his Ass
Not Going to Berklee School of Music
Starting on Tape
Home Studio Struggles
Moving to Portland
Clear Lines Between Home and Work
Studio Portland
Facelift for an Old Studio
Portland Music Scene
Speaker Choice
Ready to Record
Client Trends
Mark Rubel
Focusing on the Client
Songwriter Perspective

Matt’s Rant: Food for Thought

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Ryan Ordway
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #485 with Andy Nelson

WCA #485 with Andy Nelson – Recording Friends, Financial Realities, Wedding Invitations, Getting Serious About Audio, and Postal Jobs

My guest today is Producer/Engineer/Mixer Andy Nelson. Andy has worked on projects for Pain of Truth, 200 Stab Wounds, Fireworks, Primitive Man, Never Ending Game, Full of Hell, Dead in the Dirt, Gridiron, Harms Way, Weekend Nachos, and Inclination.

Andy is also the guitarist of Weekend Nachos, Singer/Guitarist of Dust Muscle, and bassist of Like Rats, a self-described art education dropout and a former synthesizer tech.

In this episode, we discuss

Early Days
Middle-Class Western Household
School band
Columbia College
Getting Serious About Audio
Recording Friends
Pricing
Music Industry’s Challenges
Financial Realities
Postal Workers
Imposter Syndrome
Partnership with Pete Grossman
Chasing Other Sounds
Wedding Invitations
Navigating Financial Waters
Future Plans
Financial Tips

Matt’s Rant: Pricing

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Andy Nelson
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #484 with Fernando Reyes

WCA #484 with Fernando Reyes – Leaving Peru, Challenging Cultural Norms, Life in a Different Language, Working with Michael Brauer, and Flying Solo

My guest today is Mix Engineer Fernando Reyes, who has worked on projects for The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, Bob Dylan, Aerosmith, Fabio Capri, ARIZONA, and Idina Menzel. Fernando has also spent the last 7.5 years working as Michael Brauers’ assistant.

In this episode, we discuss

Lima, Peru
Exposure to Computer Recording
Early Recording
Leaving Lima
Challenging Cultural Norms
PowerPoint
Planning Ahead
Therapy
Full Sail
Flying Solo
Adulting
Life in a Different Language
Grandparents Spoiling
Friends
Alternaitves to School
Electric Lady Studios
General Assistant
Michael Brauer
Longevity
Raising Questions
Thrown Into the Deep End
Doing His Own Thing
Lessons Learned
ATMOS
New York to Miami
Watering The Seeds
Having Family Close
Taking Meetings
Building Community
Management

Matt’s Rant: The Gear We Choose

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Fernando Reyes
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #483 with Lars Deutsch

WCA #483 with Lars Deutsch – Impact Mixing, Composition, Classical Music, Heavy Metal, Soccer, and Brute Force Networking

My guest today is composer, producer, and engineer Lars Deutsch.

Lars has worked with 88 Rising Accura Adidas Amazon Anthony Anderson (Transformers) Blacklist (Trailer) Brett Gelman (Stranger Things) Budweiser California Energy Upgrade CBS Conde Nast (featuring BTS, Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Rihanna, Black Pink, Alicia Keys, ASAP Rocky and Dolly Parton, Chris Hemsworth, David Schwimmer, Jessica Chastain, Malin Akerman, Idris Alba, Hillary Duff, Scotty Pippen, Dwayne Haskins, Danielle Brooks, Kendrick Sampson and Billy Eichner) Epson FOX Flying Theater Mexico City Generali Ghostface Killah (Wu-Tang Clan) Intel IRKO Higher Brothers Honda Hyundai Ian McKellen (Lord Of The Rings) James Earl Jones (Darth Vader) Joji Kate Micucci (Scrubs, Big Bang Theory) Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale) Katie Melua Keith Ape Keke Palmer (Hustlers) Lewis Hamilton Magic Wands MBL Mercedes Neckermann Niki Nowness (Louis Vuitton) Oreos Palm Springs Film Festival Patrick Williams Paul Alexander Juutilainen Philip Rivers (NFL quarterback) Philips Rachel Shelley (Deep State) Red Bull Rich Brian Ruinart Stephen King’s The Passenger Tencent The Martian (trailer) The Masked Singer Toyota Voices for Children VW Wink Martindale (Tic-Tac-Dough)

In this episode, we discuss

Heavy Metal and Soccer
Classical Music
Excited About Guitar
Studying in London
Composition
Audio Branding
Impact Mixing
Berlin
German Stereotypes
Love of Los Angeles
Brute Force Network
Working with Irko
Mixing on His Own
Prodixing
Development
Cash Flow
Always Working
Flagship Projects
Pricing
Voice Doubles
Credits
Revisions

Matt’s Rant: Always Be Learning

Links and Show Notes

Lar’s Site

Credits

Guest: Lars Deutsch
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #482 with Ken Lewis

WCA #482 with Ken Lewis – Working from Ohio, Cancelling Vacations, Go Getter Attitude, Producing Remotely, and Mixing Night

My guest today is Grammy-winning producer/mixer/finisher Ken Lewis. Ken has worked on projects for BTS, The Old Kanye, Taylor Swift, and David Byrne.

In this episode, we discuss

Working from Ohio
Playing Guitar at 10
Basement Records at 16
Berklee College of Music
Parents Support
Go Getter Attitude
Talent is the Entry
Moving to New York
Getting Mugged
Soundtrack Studios
Interning Etiquette
Specializing
Cancelling Vacations
Working From Home
Leaving New York
Producing Remotely
Being Perceived as Too Expensive
ATMOS
Running A Little Factory
Having Open Heart Surgery
Getting More Rest
Make More Money Than You Spend
Money Press
Mixing Night

Matt’s Rant: Reflecting on Mark Rubel

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Ken Lewis
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith

WCA #481 with Brendan Dekora

WCA #481 with Brendan Dekora – What You Put In, Runner Blues, Charging What You Are Worth, Winning a Grammy, and Working From Home

My guest today is Grammy-winning engineer Brendan Dekora, who has worked with Nine Inch Nails and Steven Wilson.

In this episode, we discuss

Sibling Music Taste
Marching Snare
Attraction to Audio
Parents Support
CRAS
What You Put In
Moving to LA
Runner Blues
Paying People in Outboard Gear
Building a Portfolio
Raising Your Rates
Charging What You Are Worth
Assistants on the Phone
East West/Cello
Having the Courage to Say Yes
Wearing the Right T-Shirt
Being Ready for the Gig
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross
Winning a Grammy
Focusing on Mixing
Working From Home
Recalls
ATMOS

Matt’s Rant: The Bigger Picture

Links and Show Notes

Credits

Guest: Brendan Dekora
Host: Matt Boudreau
Engineer: Matt Boudreau
Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
Announcer: Chuck Smith