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

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 Art00:01:15 - Matt Bedro's Background in Audio00:02:45 - The Evolution of Immersive Audio00:04:30 - Competition in Immersive Formats00:06:10 - Consumer Demand and Aesthetic Challenges00:08:00 - The Role of Early Adopters in Technology00:09:30 - Disappointment in Classic Album Remixes00:11:30 - Approach to Mixing Classic Albums in Atmos00:14:30 - Economizing the Mixing Process00:16:50 - Marketing and Selling Music00:18:30 - The Importance of Artist Education00:20:00 - AI's Impact on Music Production00:22:30 - Using AI Tools in Audio Production00:25:00 - Podcasting Journey and Insights00:28:00 - Building Connections Through Interviews00:30:30 - Adapting the Podcast Format00:32:00 - Being Authentic in the Industry00:34:00 - Encouragement for Young Audio Professionals00:36:00 - Conclusion and Closing RemarksAdditional 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 Access my FREE music mixing crash course training: https://www.mixingcrashcourse.comCheck out my best-selling books: https://bobbyowsinski.com/best-selling-books/ Discover more mixing courses: https://www.bobbyowsinskicourses.com/ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobbyOwsinskiBiz/Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyo/Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bobbyowsinski/Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bobbyowsinski.bsky.social--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. Ad link: Explore The Mixing Engineer’s Handbook (6th Edition), the go-to guide for modern mixing.Thank you for tuning in to Bobby Owsinski’s Inner Circle, the podcast that takes you deep inside the music industry. Each week, Bobby shares insights, news, analysis, and conversations with the movers and shakers shaping today’s music world.📌 Explore Bobby’s best-selling books🎙️ Nail that pro vocal sound: clear, upfront, and mix-ready. Learn how in Bobby’s Vocal Mixing Mini-Course🎧 Discover more mixing and production courses📲 Follow Bobby for more tips, insights, and updates:FacebookLinkedInInstagramBluesky🎙️ New episodes release every Tuesday at 9AM Pacific on YouTube and your favorite podcast app.Music. Business. Creativity. Straight from the Inner Circle.Produced by APodcastGeekhttps://apodcastgeek.com/