Bobby Owsinski's Inner Circle Podcast

Episode 562 - Engineer, Mixer, and Podcaster Matt Boudreau.


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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/

(FREE DOWNLOAD) 6 proven ways to avoid muddy mixes: https://www.bobbyowsinskicourses.com/6-freqs-download-1 

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Check out my best-selling books: https://bobbyowsinski.com/best-selling-books/ 

Discover more mixing courses: https://www.bobbyowsinskicourses.com/ 

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In this podcast, music guru Bobby Owsinski shares his personal insights on the music industry, covering news, reviews, analysis, and tips, as well as offering amazing interviews with prominent industry movers and shakers. 

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