WCA #501 with Chris Dugan – Green Day Tours, Studio Setup, Balancing Work and Family, Travel Tips, Freelance Pricing, and Backup Technology

My guest today is Grammy-winning engineer and Mixer Chris Dugan, who has worked on projects for Green Day, Gaslight Anthem, Weezer, and Alanis Morissette. --------------------------------- In this episode, we discuss: Touring and Work with Green Day European Tour Recording Live Shows Studio Engineer Mixing for TV Broadcasts Transition to More Mixing Mixing with the Artist Present Studio Setup and Equipment Family-Friendly Home Studio Home Studio Customization Efforts Studio Setup During the Pandemic Importance of Sound Reflections Portable Mixing Setup Benefits Atmos Setup Decision Factors Affordable Speaker Tuning Balancing Work and Family Balancing Family and Work Parenting While Touring Encouraging Kids' Musical Interest Family's Involvement in Music Kids' Interest in Studio Travel and Jet Lag Tips Managing Sleep and Travel Jet Lag Recovery Strategies Efficient Airport Tips Global Entry Efficiency Time Shifter App Usage Freelance Work and Pricing Freelance Pricing Challenges Word-of-Mouth Opportunities Managing Project Deadlines Impact of Unconventional Tracks Importance of Politeness Importance of Session Prep Backup Storage and Technology Backup Storage Discussions Travel-Friendly Work Strategies --------------------------------- Matt's Rant: The Battle for Your Attention --------------------------------- Links and Show Notes Chris Dugan on WCA #078 TimeShifter APP Global Entry --------------------------------- Credits Guest: Chris Dugan Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau  WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell  Announcer: Chuck Smith