My guest today is engineer, mixer, and podcaster Matt Boudreau.
Matt’s musical journey began in the late '80s as a band member and drummer, eventually transitioning into the world of audio recording in 1994. Since then, he’s developed expertise in Stereo and Dolby Atmos mixing, with credits including Alanis Morissette, Death Cab For Cutie, and Green Day among others.
Matt is also the founder and host of Working Class Audio, a podcast with 20,000 monthly listeners, and over 530 episodes.
During the interview we spoke about the evolution of immersive audio, his innovative approach to mixing in Atmos, his insights after 500+ podcasts, encouraging authenticity in music production, and much more.
I spoke with Matt from his studio in the Bay Area.
Key Takeaways:
00:00:00 - Introduction to Technology and Art
00:01:15 - Matt Bedro's Background in Audio
00:02:45 - The Evolution of Immersive Audio
00:04:30 - Competition in Immersive Formats
00:06:10 - Consumer Demand and Aesthetic Challenges
00:08:00 - The Role of Early Adopters in Technology
00:09:30 - Disappointment in Classic Album Remixes
00:11:30 - Approach to Mixing Classic Albums in Atmos
00:14:30 - Economizing the Mixing Process
00:16:50 - Marketing and Selling Music
00:18:30 - The Importance of Artist Education
00:20:00 - AI's Impact on Music Production
00:22:30 - Using AI Tools in Audio Production
00:25:00 - Podcasting Journey and Insights
00:28:00 - Building Connections Through Interviews
00:30:30 - Adapting the Podcast Format
00:32:00 - Being Authentic in the Industry
00:34:00 - Encouragement for Young Audio Professionals
00:36:00 - Conclusion and Closing Remarks
Additional Resources:
Learn more about Matt at https://www.mattboudreau.com/ and https://www.workingclassaudio.com/
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