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WCA #519 with J.J. Blair – Studio Construction, Microphone Insights, Heart Surgery, and Navigating the Modern Music Landscape
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In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt reconnects with Grammy-winning producer and engineer J.J. Blair, last featured in Episode 96. J.J. shares the challenges of building a state-of-the-art recording studio in the Hollywood Hills and offers insights from his popular "Microphone Mondays" series. He also opens up about his recent heart surgery and recovery, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing health in a demanding profession.
J.J.'s impressive credits include producing and mixing the Grammy-winning album Press On by June Carter Cash, engineering Rod Stewart's Grammy-winning and #1 Billboard album The Great American Songbook, Vol. 3, and engineering and mixing Joanna Connor's #1 Billboard Blues album, 4801 South Indiana Avenue.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
- "Microphone Mondays" series
- Building a state-of-the-art recording studio
- Acoustic design, soundproofing, and the science of great studio environments
- Incorporating vintage and modern gear, including a custom Rupert Neve console
- Adapting production techniques for genres from Motown to modern rock
- Reflections on heart surgery, health, and maintaining resilience in the industry
- The importance of studying hit productions and what makes songs stand out
- J.J.'s experience with social media success and connecting with audiences
Links and Show Notes:
Credits:
- Guest: J.J. Blair
- Host: Matt Boudreau
- Engineer: Matt Boudreau
- Producer: Matt Boudreau
- Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
- WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
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Manage episode 451812970 series 1281928
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt reconnects with Grammy-winning producer and engineer J.J. Blair, last featured in Episode 96. J.J. shares the challenges of building a state-of-the-art recording studio in the Hollywood Hills and offers insights from his popular "Microphone Mondays" series. He also opens up about his recent heart surgery and recovery, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing health in a demanding profession.
J.J.'s impressive credits include producing and mixing the Grammy-winning album Press On by June Carter Cash, engineering Rod Stewart's Grammy-winning and #1 Billboard album The Great American Songbook, Vol. 3, and engineering and mixing Joanna Connor's #1 Billboard Blues album, 4801 South Indiana Avenue.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
- "Microphone Mondays" series
- Building a state-of-the-art recording studio
- Acoustic design, soundproofing, and the science of great studio environments
- Incorporating vintage and modern gear, including a custom Rupert Neve console
- Adapting production techniques for genres from Motown to modern rock
- Reflections on heart surgery, health, and maintaining resilience in the industry
- The importance of studying hit productions and what makes songs stand out
- J.J.'s experience with social media success and connecting with audiences
Links and Show Notes:
Credits:
- Guest: J.J. Blair
- Host: Matt Boudreau
- Engineer: Matt Boudreau
- Producer: Matt Boudreau
- Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
- WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
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