In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back Producer, Mixer & Mastering Engineer Justin Gray. Based in Toronto, Canada, Justin has worked on projects for Snoop Dogg, Brandy, Nicky Youre, Mother Mother, Arkells, Jamie Fine, Lola Brooke, Upsahl, and The Sheepdogs.

In this conversation, Justin Gray discusses his album 'Immersed', exploring the creative process, technical aspects of immersive audio, and the importance of community and collaboration in music production. He shares insights on funding, marketing strategies, and the role of social media in promoting his work. The discussion also touches on the challenges of balancing family life with artistic pursuits and the significance of believing in oneself as an artist.

• Innovative immersive audio
• Early surround experiments
• Community-driven collaboration
• Canadian arts funding
• Value of physical media
• Social media promotion
• Impact of recognition
• Balancing family support
• Belief in the work
• Engineer and Artist

• Justin's Site
• Links to all streaming Platforms
• Band Camp
• Immersive Audio Album
• Justin on WCA #451

• Guest: Justin Gray
• Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau
• WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
• The Voice: Chuck Smith

In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back producer, engineer, mixer, multi-instrumentalist, singer and, songwriter, Alan Evans. Alan is of course well known as a member of his band Soulive. He's also been a past guest on WCA #133 and 328.

Matt Boudreau and Alan Evans reflect on the past year and share insights on creativity, health, and the music industry. They discuss the importance of recharging creatively, embracing technology, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle to ensure longevity in their careers. The duo also emphasizes the significance of simplicity in music production, the role of album artwork, and the power of community and connection in fostering creativity. As they look ahead to 2026, they express excitement for new projects and the journey of self-discovery in their artistic endeavors.

• Reflections on the past year
• Creativity and staying inspired
• Recharging creatively
• Health, wellness, and career longevity
• Simplicity in music production
• The role and value of album artwork
• Community and connection as creative fuel
• Looking ahead to 2026
• New projects on the horizon
• Self-discovery through artistic work

• Al's Site
• Orb Audio
• Microcosm Audio
• Al on WCA #133
• Al on WCA #328

• Guest: Alan Evans
• Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau
• WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
• The Voice: Chuck Smith

In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back producer Michael Beinhorn who has worked with The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Soundgarden, Herbie Hancock, Korn, Marilyn Manson, Weezer, Ozzy Osbourne, Hole, Cuco, Aerosmith & Violent Femmes. Michael originally appeared on WCA #029 back in 2015.

• Music production
• Remote production
• Pre-production
• Music critique
• Mainstream music
• AI in music
• Unique voices
• Music industry
• Creativity in music
• Music technology
• Artist development
• Risk-taking in music
• Music analysis
• Recording industry
• Listening setup
• Collaboration

• Michael's Site
• Michael on WCA #029

• Guest: Michael Beinhorn
• Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau
• WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
• The Voice: Chuck Smith