Best Recordingstudio Podcasts (2024)

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WCA #524 with Michael Romanowski – Immersive Audio, Critical Listening, Value Of Community, and The Dangers of Comparison 1:22:57

1h ago1:22:57

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back Grammy Winning mastering engineer, Michael Romanowski. Michael’s extensive credits include Alicia Keys, Bonnie Raitt, Lyle, Lovett, Earth Wind & Fire, Kane Brown, and the Grateful Dead. In This Episode, We Discuss: Studio Acoustics Immersive Audio Advocacy Future Of Immersive Audio Value Of…

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RSR486 - Brok Mende - Mixing Albini to Atmos at Friends of Friends in Chicago 2:09:07

1h ago2:09:07

2:09:07

Metal band in a gas station? Dont worry. Be happy! Brok talked about working with Steve Albini and Greg Norman at Electrical Audio, DIY rebuilding his Calrec console, custom Pro Tools headphone mixes, overdubing to cassette tape, and mixing in Atmos. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Brok Mende, ow…

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#342: Freelancers: 8 Things You’re Too Afraid To Ask For 21:01

1h ago21:01

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Freelancers lose out on so much. Not because they aren’t talented. Not because they aren’t working hard. But because they never ask. In this week's podcast episode, I’m diving into the single most overlooked skill that can unlock more clients, more money, and more freedom in your business. It’s simple, it’s uncomfortable, and it works. Stop waiting…

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WCA #523 with Lizzie Westsmith – Role of a Monitor Engineer, Touring Life Balance, Community, and 924 Gilman Influence 1:01:52

1h ago1:01:52

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes monitor engineer Lizzie Westsmith who has worked for numerous bands and sound companies including Rancid, Ice Spice, Rat Sound and Coachella. Lizzie shares her journey from discovering her love for audio at Berkeley's iconic Gilman Street to navigating the challenges of the live production indus…

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RSR485 - Raphael Sepulveda - How to Automate Your Studio for Music Production & Mixing 2:10:00

12m ago2:10:00

2:10:00

Why press many buttons when you can press one? Raphael talked about quick keys, Soundflow, Stream Decks, and iPads for creating macros to automate your studio processes, figuring out where you are wasting your energy, & staying in the creative flow. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Raphael Sepulve…

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#341: What To Do If 2024 Was A Freelancing Sh*tshow 23:47

21m ago23:47

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Was this year amazing for you? ...Or were you caught in a freelancing feast-or-famine sh*tshow where you felt like you were slamming your head into a wall over and over and over and over? If this wasn’t your best year ever as a freelancer, I need you to ask yourself one question: Do you actually have a plan for next year, or are you still hoping re…

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#97: Paul Prestopino: The Heart of New York's Record Plant 1:05:05

12h ago1:05:05

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Paul Prestopino was a musician, inventor, and technician with a long and varied career. From 1970 until its closure in 1989, Paul was a technician at the Record Plant in NYC, a venerated studio that helped produce an endless stream of hit records and launched dozens of careers for the engineers and producers that worked there. While working at the …

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WCA #522 with Ed Donnelly – Independent Mindset, Live Recording, Indie Bands, Immersive Audio and Inspiration 1:09:59

4h ago1:09:59

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Producer/Engineer Ed Donnelly, who has worked with Willie Nelson, Zac Brown, Old 97s, Son Volt, Del McCoury, Nathan Jacques, Lorin Hart, Cole Gallagher, The Lonesome Captain, Trent Summar & The New Row Mob In This Episode, We Discuss: Musical Journey and Career Live Event Recording Journey Journ…

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RSR484 - Björgvin Benediktsson - How to Write, Record, Mix, and Release Your Own Music 2:13:36

4d ago2:13:36

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New levels mean new devils! Björgvin talked about finishing a record, balancing music and family, making room for your next creativity, why music should be you first, mixing templates, mixtering, reaching the finish line, and finding your first gig. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Björgvin Benedi…

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#340: The Freelancer’s Survival Guide | 25 Tips for Payments, Productivity, and Profit 36:44

7d ago36:44

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Freelancing can make you feel like SUCH a failure sometimes (myself included). Whether you’ve been in the game for a month or a decade, there are always things you don’t know that you don’t know – until it’s too late. This week, I’m sharing 25 tips that can save you time, money, and a whole lot of frustration in your freelance career. From automati…

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WCA #521 with Maor Appelbaum – Genre-Specific Mastering, Creating Analog Hardware, Building Client Relationships, and Being Part of the Team 1:13:07

7d ago1:13:07

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back mastering engineer Maor Appelbaum (originally on WCA #062)to discuss his career, his approach to mastering across genres, and how he adapts to new technology. Maor has worked on projects for artists such as Faith No More, Yes, and Meat Loaf. In This Episode, We Discuss: Genre-specific maste…

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RSR483 - Jose Castillo - Dance Producer with Bomba Estéreo in Bogota Colombia 2:12:46

11d ago2:12:46

2:12:46

The dance floor never lies! Jose talked about music the universal language, counterpoint in composition, why the stage sounds weird, sidechaining vocal fx and synths mixing, recording in the jungle, and building beats with Elektron and Ableton Live. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Jose Castillo, …

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#339: How Freelancers Can Win Without Competing on Price | The Blue Ocean Trio 37:15

14d ago37:15

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Tired of fighting for scraps? The endless price wars. The brutal grind. The feeling that clients can’t tell you apart from a dozen other freelancers offering the exact same thing as you. It’s exhausting and soul-crushing, but you don’t have to play this game. There’s a way to escape the bloody red waters of competition and step into a blue ocean wh…

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WCA #520 with Jeremy Goody – Studio Rebranding, Shifting to Voice Recording, Battling Cell Towers, Building Faraday Cages, and Overcoming Obstacles 1:10:08

22d ago1:10:08

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt reconnects with engineer and studio owner Jeremy Goody, who was last featured in Episode 85. Jeremy has worked on VO projects for Microsoft, Nuance, Google, Seasonal Visions, and music projects for John Santos, Anticon, and Winfred E. Eye. In This Episode, We Discuss: Studio Rebranding Battling Cell Towe…

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RSR482 - Case Newcomb - Hyde Street Studios Engineer & Mixer in San Francisco 2:09:01

18d ago2:09:01

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You've got to feel the plugin. Case talked about going from bartending to the recording studio, why people skills are the first skills you need, how to compare all your plugin options for the best mix, being vulnerable in the studio, and compressors. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Case Newcomb, …

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#338: The 5 Building Blocks Of Client Acquisition | Keys To Consistency 48:06

28d ago48:06

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Ever been through a "famine" as a freelancer? It suckkkkks. The feast or famine life is pretty miserable. One month you're flush with clients, the next you're scrambling, hoping for a random referral to pop into your inbox. Here's a hard truth for you: If you don’t have a full client acquisition system, you don’t have a real business. The good news…

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WCA #519 with J.J. Blair – Studio Construction, Microphone Insights, Heart Surgery, and Navigating the Modern Music Landscape 54:58

22d ago54:58

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt reconnects with Grammy-winning producer and engineer J.J. Blair, last featured in Episode 96. J.J. shares the challenges of building a state-of-the-art recording studio in the Hollywood Hills and offers insights from his popular "Microphone Mondays" series. He also opens up about his recent heart surgery…

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RSR481 - Chaz Root III - Recording Rock at Electric Owl Works Studio in South Wales NY 2:13:24

25d ago2:13:24

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Turn your disadvantages into advantages! Chaz talked about losing sight but gaining a love for guitar, rocking with the Goo Goo Dolls, prank calling Tom Shultz of Boston, punk band tracking sessions, the famous $300 drum sound, & his new Atmos room. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Charles Root II…

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#337: The Step-by-Step Process for Solving Any Business Roadblock 22:39

28d ago22:39

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You know that meme where everything is on fire, and the dog just sits there saying, “This is fine”? Yeah… that’s how most freelancers handle their business problems. Empty calendar? Nah it's cool. Terrible pricing? Meh. Awful clients? It’s fiiiiine. 🔥 Spoiler: It’s NOT fine. Here’s where I'll state the obvious: if you don’t actually solve these pro…

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WCA #518 with Willie Green - Teaching Hip-Hop, Mentoring, Collaborating with Artists, and Hearing Your Work on the Other Side of the Globe 1:21:51

1M ago1:21:51

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt talks with Paul "Willie Green" Womack, a producer, engineer, and professor based in Brooklyn, NY. With nearly two decades of experience, Willie shares his passion for hip-hop production, teaching, and building meaningful connections in the studio. Having worked with renowned artists such as Armand Hammer…

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RSR480 - Jeremy Stephens - Producing Rock Records at Clearwave Studio in Northern Alabama 2:18:00

1M ago2:18:00

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"Mix how you hear it!" Jeremy talked about recording Greg Allman, why no click track needed, when to use ribbon mics, thumb vs pick bass, how to mic drums, why you should get a console and tape machine, Hammond organs, and comping vocals in Logic. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Jeremy Stephens, …

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#336: Let’s Talk Profit | When $130k Per Year Isn’t Enough 19:02

1M ago19:02

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Imagine pulling in $130,000 a year as a freelancer… And still struggling to make ends meet. Sounds crazy, right? But it’s happening. And I’ll tell you why. The truth? Income is just one piece of the puzzle. If you’re not focused on profit, that big income number means nothing. In the latest episode of 6 Figure Creative, we dive deep into why chasin…

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WCA #517 with Julie Kathryn - Career Shift, Sample Creation, Becoming the Artist, Collaborative Mixing, Film Scoring, and Parenting 1:06:00

1M ago1:06:00

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt discusses Julie Kahryns extensive experience in the music industry as a producer, sound designer, composer, and educator. With a background spanning from criminal justice to a full-time music career, Julie has worked on a wide range of projects, including crafting unique audio samples for top software co…

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RSR479 - Jack Miele - Producing Rock & Funk Bands in New Orleans 2:09:19

1M ago2:09:19

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Creativity doesn't come from options. It comes from limitations! Jack talked about analog tape speeds, why cover bands make more money, how to track a live band in a room, rock vocal secrets, piano as cool drum mics, & hallways as reverb chambers. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Jack Miele, an 11…

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#335: My Favorite 7 Ways To Make Every Client Worth More 39:34

1M ago39:34

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How much is one client worth to you? Not just per project—but over the next 12 months? What about the next 12 YEARS? Most freelancers leave a ton of money on the table because they don’t know how to boost client value. In this week's episode of the 6 Figure Creative Podcast, I'm breaking down seven ways to make each client worth more—without overha…

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WCA #516 with Will Holland - Internship Turned Career, Ownership Advantages, Low Overhead, Setting Rates, and Staying Young 1:00:07

2M ago1:00:07

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In this episode, Matt talks with Will Holland, owner of Chill House, a 2,000-square-foot studio in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Will has worked with acts like SeepeopleS, Club d'Elf, Nth Power, Berklee, and the Lowell Chamber Orchestra. In This Episode, We Discuss: Chill House Studio Location 2,000 Square Feet Space Multiple Studio Rooms Local, Mid-…

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RSR478 - Matty Harris - Top Mixing Controllers, Plugins, and Room Correction 2:05:13

2M ago2:05:13

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"Using plugins in mastering is 100% better than analog!" Matty talked about mixing controllers Softube's Console 1, Rock Solid Audio, & the SSL UF-1, CLA plugins for vocals, room correction tools for great mixing, and the top vocal chain for hip hop. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Matty Harris, …

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FEARspace vol.3 - Wicked Scoundrel 1:30:56

2M ago1:30:56

1:30:56

In today's special Halloween episode, we chat with Wicked Scoundrel about their new record "The Dreamers of the Day" + some Halloween-related stuff! HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! Tap in https://linktr.ee/Wickedscoundrel -Intro Music- Wicked Scoundrel Spontaneous Recovery -Outro Music- Wicked Scoundrel Infinite Jest Support the show We hope you enjoyed today's…

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#334: Why All Those Half-built Bridges Are Killing Your Business | The Dangers Of Dabbling 18:35

2M ago18:35

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Level with me for a second... Are you actually moving forward in your business, or just dabbling? My freelancers fall into the trap of trying to do everything. The result? Ten half-built bridges leading absolutely nowhere. It can be tempting to jump on every new, fun, shiny object you hear about. Ohhh that CRM looks awesome That direct offer funnel…

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WCA #515 with David Streit - Workflow Innovation, Gear Investments, Client Relations, Studio Efficiency, and Post-COVID Realities 1:18:09

2M ago1:18:09

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt Boudreau welcomes back audio engineer David, initially featured in WCA #210. David dives into his journey since his last interview, sharing updates on his Portland-based studio move, reflections on the city's music scene post-COVID, and how the pandemic shifted industry dynamics. David offers insights on…

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RSR477 - Matt "Tex" Cokley - How to Produce Heavy Rock in a Home Studio with Reaper 2:24:43

2M ago2:24:43

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Vacuum the studio and blow a fuse! Tex talked about balancing a career as an electrical contractor with producing heavy rock records, ninja tips for Reaper drum editing and mixing, getting polarity and phase right, & his chain for a huge rock sound! Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Tex Cokley, a m…

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#333: Why You’re Stuck On The Feast Or Famine Roller Coaster (And How To Get Off) 29:34

2M ago29:34

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Are you stuck on the world's worst rollercoaster? You know, the one that goes from feast to famine every few months? If your freelance business is 100% relying on referrals and word of mouth, you might have unknowingly fallen into what I call the "Word of Mouth Death Trap"—where your income swings wildly, and you’ve got zero control. In this week's…

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WCA #514 with Christal Jerez - Education, Immersive Audio, Motherhood, New York Love, and VH1 Documentaries 1:05:59

2M ago1:05:59

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, recorded live at AES 2024 in New York, Christal Jerez shares her career journey from Los Angeles to the UK. She discusses her experiences in live and studio sound, her move to the UK for a PhD, and the challenges of balancing motherhood with freelance work. Christal has worked with artists such as Lil Kim, Ma…

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RSR476 - Kris Crunk - Orchestral and Soundflow Tips for Pro Gospel Sessions 2:01:16

2M ago2:01:16

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Ya gotta learn the rules to break the rules! Kris talked about big tracking sessions, orchestral arranging for small vs large string sections, killer Soundflow strategies, Pro Tools marker magic, sync sessions tips, & cool plugins for awesome mixes! Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Kris Crunk, a f…

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#332: 7 Must-Track Metrics That Will Make You More Money In 2025 40:55

2M ago40:55

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If you’re not tracking these seven key metrics in your business, you’re leaving money on the table. Seriously—most freelancers don’t bother, and it’s why they never hit the income goals they SAY they want. I just dropped a new episode breaking down the 7 metrics you need to track. If you focus on these, you’ll make more money AND do it consistently…

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WCA #513 with Joel Jaffe - Navigating 40 Years of Studio Life, Recording Legends, Perfecting Live Room Techniques, Overcoming Bay Area Challenges, and Getting Out of the Chair 1:08:54

2M ago1:08:54

1:08:54

In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt Boudreau chats with veteran producer and engineer Joel Jaffe, founder of Studio D Recording. Joel reflects on his 40-year journey running a renowned Bay Area studio, working with legendary artists like Faith No More and Huey Lewis, and perfecting live room recording techniques. He also shares insights on…

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RSR475 - Brennan Aerts - Producing Indie Pop and Rock for Bands & Sync Tracks 2:14:25

2M ago2:14:25

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If it sounds good then it is good! Brennan talked about the importance of embracing your own sonic thumbprint, mixing with depth, programming drums, how to make a cooler gated snare, asynchronistic work, recording with an iPhone, and lyric writing. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Brennan Aerts, a…

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#331: The Secret to Less Stress and More Progress 22:07

2M ago22:07

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Ever feel like you're drowning in things you can't control? I get it. It's frustrating when life throws curveballs like that potentially AMAZING lead ghosting you... Or that toxic client failing to pay you what they owe. But here's the reality: You have way more power than you think. This week’s podcast is all about "Controlling the Controllables".…

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