Best Matt Boudreau Podcasts (2024)

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RSR472 - Matt Boudreau - Atmos Mixing Green Day & Alanis Morissette in a Home Studio 2:14:18

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How many room mics do Atmos drums need? Matt talked about recording and mixing a jazz band in Atmos, how to let old gear go to make room for new gear, speakers, mix levels, full setup for mixing in Atmos, and new ways to think about space and sound. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Matt Boudreau, …

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WCA #510 with Steve Lack- Freedom In Podcasting, Freelance Journey Shifts, Midlife Career Pivot, Seinfeld, and Working from a Sailboat 1:17:07

29m ago1:17:07

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Steve Lack shares his extensive background in audio post-production and podcasting. Steve reflects on his time working with Warner Brothers Discovery and his contributions to iconic shows like Seinfeld. With experience at NPR, VPM, Al Jazeera, and HBO, Steve now operates remotely from Richmond, Virginia. He d…

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WCA #509 with Alberto de Icaza- Mastering, Cash Flow Management, From Mexico to New Jersey, to Texas, Client Relations, and Crashing His Car 1:23:02

7d ago1:23:02

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, mastering engineer Alberto de Icaza shares his journey from Mexico City to the U.S., transitioning from playing in metal bands to becoming a mastering engineer. Now based in Austin, Texas, Alberto discusses his path to mastering during the pandemic and the importance of building client relationships organical…

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RSR471 - Nick Krill - How To Create a Pro Mix Template from a Platinum Producer, Mixer, and Engineer 2:08:50

2h ago2:08:50

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Be willing to chase the dragon! Nick talked about creating the ultimate custom mix template, finding your ideal studio listening level, why you should only use two volumes, ninja tips for Soundflow and Avid S1, de-essing vocal tricks, and fx chains. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Nick Krill, an …

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WCA #508 with Cesar Mejia – Navigating Post-COVID Teaching, Balancing Studio Ownership, Diversifying Income Streams, Expanding Shelter Studios, and Longtime Collaboration with Herbie Hancock 1:12:44

14d ago1:12:44

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In this episode of Working Class Audio, host Matt Boudreau welcomes back Cesar Mejia, a longtime friend of the podcast, to discuss his continued journey as an educator, studio owner, and audio professional. Cesar, first featured in episode #117 back in 2017, shares his experiences navigating the post-pandemic world, teaching the next generation of …

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RSR470 - Daniel Bacigalupi - Signal Chain Breakdown from Infrasonic Mastering 2:20:04

7d ago2:20:04

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Make some noise about dither ya'll! Daniel talked about how mastering flow is like songwriting, how to null check audio files, his hybrid mastering signal chain, why Wavelab is so cool, monitor levels, Ozone 11, and the magic of an old Mackie mixer. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Daniel Bacigalu…

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WCA #507 with Ebonie Smith - Memphis Upbringing, Education, Atlantic Records, Administrative Proficiency, and Multitasking As A Necessity 1:16:34

21d ago1:16:34

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My guest for this episode is Producer/Engineer/ Composer Ebonie Smith, who currently holds the esteemed roles of senior audio engineer and producer at Atlantic Records. Ebonie has worked on projects for The Hamilton Cast Album, Janelle Monae, Sturgill Simpson, and Jason Mraz. In This Episode, We Discuss: Memphis Upbringing and Tri-State Area Radio …

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RSR469 - Bobbi Giel - Mastering Vinyl at Welcome to 1979 in Nashville 2:07:46

18d ago2:07:46

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What does fifteen 1176s at once to vinyl sound like? Bobbi talked about cutting direct to disk for Tyler Bryant and The Shakedown, choosing the best compressor, pure analog mastering, speakers vs headphones, recording a Broadway cast, and iZotope RX. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Bobbi Giel, a …

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WCA #506 with Wesley Heaton & Kamaron Lockwood – Studio Resilience, DIY Spaces, Live Sound Lessons, Gear Overload, And Lessons From Their First Studio Fiasco 1:18:43

28d ago1:18:43

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My guests today are Wesley Heaton and Kameron Lockwood, producers, engineers, and mixers from Indianapolis, Indiana. They are studio partners at Holy Ground Productions and have extensive live sound experience working with bands like Bingo Boys, Skeletonwitch Rituaal, and Pillars. In this episode, we discuss: Studio Location And Name Early Friendsh…

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RSR468 - Andy Freeman - Producing Rock & Roll and Helping to Save Home Studios in Music City 2:10:47

21d ago2:10:47

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"1000 burritos, tacos, and Bud Lights came flying at me like the arrows in 300!" Andy talked about recording Andrew WK from a mobile truck, doubling vocals like Mahler, learning to listen, recording Cuban music, guitars, vocals, and tuning drums. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Andy Freeman who g…

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WCA #505 with Ben Pike – Vinyl Mastering, Lathe Cut Records, Analog Studio Setup, and Navigating Chronic Illness 1:12:57

1M ago1:12:57

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My guest today is Mastering Engineer Ben Pike, who runs an analog-based mastering and record cutting studio in Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK. Ben specializes in vinyl mastering and custom lathe cut records, working primarily with independent artists. He has collaborated with artists and groups such as ATA Records, Yaatri, The London Ambient Orchestra, …

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RSR467 - Roger Alan Nichols - Guitars, Amps, Studios, Songwriting and Rock & Roll 2:17:19

1M ago2:17:19

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If you stop being curious then you're done! Roger talked about choosing monitors for mixing, collecting guitars and amps, songwriting prosody, baritone guitar voicings, synth vs espresso, miking guitar cabinets, and how to take great session notes. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Roger Alan Nicho…

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The Mastering Show Podcast #95 - Loudness trends in 2024: should you follow them ? with Ian Stewart 1:12:02

29d ago1:12:02

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The Billboard Top 50 global singles from the first half of 2024 have an average loudness of -8.3 LUFSSo that’s how loud we should be making our masters, right ?Well…It certainly might seem that way, but in reality it’s a bit more complicated than that. This is only one of the interesting results that Ian Stewart presented in his latest blog post fo…

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WCA #504 with Jordan Brooke Hamlin – Encouraging Artistic Risk, Moxe Studio, Nashville's Music Culture, Zeppelin Hippies, and Reclaiming Neglected Land 1:10:57

1M ago1:10:57

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My guest today is Producer/Multi-Instrumentalist/Engineer, Jordan Brooke Hamlin, who has worked with Indigo Girls, KT Tunstall, Vienna Teng, Lila Blue, Katie Herzig, Lucy Wainwright Roche, Allison Russell, and Brandy Clark. --------------------------------- In this episode, we discuss Upbringing In Kentucky Music-Loving Family Zeppelin Hippies Deep…

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RSR466 - Steven Lee Tracy - Producing & Mixing at St Cecelia Studios in Tuscon AZ 2:08:33

1M ago2:08:33

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Music needs boundaries to be great! Steven talked about starting in Seattle studios, moving his studio, being organized, limiting io inputs, becoming a backup badass, headphone mixers, reamping drums, modular synths, & when to buy your own building. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Steven Lee Trac…

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WCA #503 with Tony Brooke - Audio Data Management, Seasonal Income Fluctuations, Career Coach Influence, Music Data Management Tools, and Getting Credit 1:24:20

2M ago1:24:20

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My guest is Grammy Nominated Music Metadata Professional Tony Brooke. Tony has worked on projects for Richard Thompson, Coldplay, David Byrne, twenty one pilots, Maroon 5, Jane's Addiction, Duran Duran, Steve Miller, Norah Jones, Erasure, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Doobie Brothers, Sarah McLachlan, Elvis Costello, Seal, George Clinton, Emmylou Harris, …

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RSR465 - Dan Millice - Grammy Winning Mastering Hip Hop and Rock on Laptop & Headphone Studio 2:20:35

1M ago2:20:35

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"Finished in two words = Vocal level!" Dan talked about mastering from anywhere with a laptop and Audeze headphones, why speed is crucial, how to serve the song and client, finding your ideal speaker/headphone listening level, ear training, and bass! Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Dan Millice, a…

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WCA #502 with Hans-Martin Buff - From Journalism to Audio: Exploring Binaural Sound, Working with Prince, Dolby Atmos, and Mastering the Art of Sequencing and Assembly 1:39:55

2M ago1:39:55

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My guest is Hans-Martin Buff, a Recording Engineer, Music Producer, and 3D Geek based in Munich, Germany. Hans has worked with Prince, Peter Gabriel, and the Scorpions. --------------------------------- In this episode, we discuss Introduction and Background Family Musical Influence Early Musical Interests Educational Background Transition to Music…

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RSR464 - Jimmy Nutt - The NuttHouse Studio In Muscle Shoals 2:17:37

2M ago2:17:37

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Sometimes you feel like a Nutt... Jimmy talked about Fame Studios, Jason Isbell, how to get $1000 for recording your music, miking up a bluegrass band, miking upright bass, the secret to great drums, large versus small mics, and setting up monitors. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Jimmy Nutt a GR…

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WCA #501 with Chris Dugan – Green Day Tours, Studio Setup, Balancing Work and Family, Travel Tips, Freelance Pricing, and Backup Technology 1:01:21

2M ago1:01:21

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My guest today is Grammy-winning engineer and Mixer Chris Dugan, who has worked on projects for Green Day, Gaslight Anthem, Weezer, and Alanis Morissette. --------------------------------- In this episode, we discuss: Touring and Work with Green Day European Tour Recording Live Shows Studio Engineer Mixing for TV Broadcasts Transition to More Mixin…

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RSR463 - Harold Larue - Mixing & Mastering Tips for Home Studios 2:08:44

2M ago2:08:44

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Don't sweat the noise too much! Harold talked about derressering masters, iZotope RX ninja tips, phase aligning mixes, how to use mid side eq, mastering Moogs, bass wins in big vs small control rooms, LUFS targets, and why linear eq + hip hop = bad. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Harold LaRue, a…

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The Mastering Show Podcast #94 -The truth about vinyl (with Scott Hull) 1:16:27

2M ago1:16:27

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People are always asking me about mastering for vinyl, and I’m happy to try and help based on the experience I have. I don’t actually cut vinyl myself though, so that advice is always limited and second-hand. So for this episode I decided to talk to a genuine expert on the topic - Scott Hull from Masterdisk - and really get into the details. Scott’…

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WCA #500 with Catherine Marks - From Architect to Producer, Fearlessness, Supportive Mentors, Managing Creative Conflicts, and Capturing the Immediacy of a Moment 1:17:30

2M ago1:17:30

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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 intere…

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RSR462 - Mark Martin - From Nashville Music Row Sessions to Film School and Drone Piloting 1:51:41

2M ago1:51:41

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"Build Your Toolkit!" Mark talked about finding job opportunities in the audio industry, recording sessions on Music Row at Ocean Way, Masterphonics, and The Workshop, running the SAE Institute, Teaching film at IFC, Atmos mixing, & flying drones. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Mark Martin, an e…

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WCA #499 with Stephen Kerrison - Touring to Mastering, Weird Jungle, Liverpool Music Scene, Instilling Confidence, Listening, and The Importance of Taste in Mastering 1:03:31

3M ago1:03:31

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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 …

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RSR461 - Brad Jones - How To Produce and Finish a Great Record 2:17:42

3M ago2:17:42

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What's wabi sabi? Brad talked about searching for the human story in production, why you should keep your old gear, arranging strings for quartet vs section, staying on schedule and within budget, and why band playback is better than words. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Brad Jones, a producer, …

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WCA #498 with Jacob Winik - Gillman Street Experiences, Improving Live Sound, Tiny Telephone, Improved Quality of Life, and Cosmic Standard 1:09:19

3M ago1:09:19

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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…

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RSR460 - Damian Taylor - The Psychology of Mixing with Great Character 1:57:53

3M ago1:57:53

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"Keep the mix interesting for yourself!" Damian talked about simplifying and optimizing his home studio for fast writing, The ultimate input routing patchbay, the effect of loudness, recording drums, with two mics, and the mystical aspect of vibe. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Damian Taylor is …

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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. 1:02:00

3M ago1:02:00

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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…

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RSR459 - Greg Norman - Recording Rock Bands in Chicago (Steve Albini, Electrical Audio) 2:20:26

3M ago2:20:26

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"I don't go ham, bologna, turkey, on tuning vocals..." Greg talked about building studios, the importance of trying hard in music, adobe brick walls, double bass and drum bands, making mic pres, and how to record killer drums, bass, and guitars. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Greg Norman, a reco…

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The Mastering Show #93 - Do you NEED to be mastering loud ? 1:26:47

3M ago1:26:47

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I’m always arguing for balanced dynamics rather than loudness for it’s own sake, but some people have a different opinion - high loudness is important, and even beneficial.Nick Di Lorenzo is one of them - he says that loudness is important regularly on his YouTube channel. So in this episode I invited him on to explore that idea in more detail, and…

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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 1:10:38

3M ago1:10:38

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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 ar…

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RSR458 - Bobby Owsinski - Tips From Musician's Ai Handbook to Enhance And Promote Your Music With Artificial Intelligence 1:57:11

3M ago1:57:11

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Will Ai ever understand emotion in music? Bobby talked about writing the Musician's Ai Handbook on how to write lyrics, chords, melodies, and beats, generate vocal tracks, mixing and master, create lyric videos, and market your music easily using Ai. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Bobby Owsinski…

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WCA #495 with Elliot Vaughan - City of Black Sabbath, Music In the House, Mission Impossible Night, and Persistent Learning 1:10:49

4M ago1:10:49

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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 …

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RSR457 - Glenn Rosenstein - Fame Studios, Madonna, Talking Heads, Ziggy Marley, U2 1:52:07

4M ago1:52:07

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The best ad for mixing was "Leave the door open!" Glenn talked about mixing at the Power Station and Sigma Sound, recording Madonna, Springsteen, U2, Talking Heads, Ziggy Marley, the birth of remixing, and renewing Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Glenn Rosenstein a …

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