Signal To Noise Podcast

Krysten Dean AKA "KD" joins the hosts on episode 136. KD  is a touring  Systems Engineer and Crew Chief working for Eighth Day Sound Systems. They discuss her untraditional path of jumping into the audio industry at the age of 30 after she graduated from Full Sail University.  She is focused on mentoring and giving back to the audio community. KD is also passionate about changing the narrative for females and people of color within our industry. Michael Lawrence recently worked on a show with KD and they discuss how two systems engineers come together on one show. Read more about Krysten Dean here:https://soundgirls.org/krysten-dean-changing-the-narrative-for-the-next-generation/This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

Daniel Ramirez returns to the show on episode 135 to discuss his work with The Wood Brothers. They discuss getting re-acclimated to touring and mixing after being home from the pandemic. With the bluegrass and folk style music, they discuss various approaches to mixing one mic scenarios as well as other live elements and the impact that has on the experience.Check out episode 42 with  Daniel Ramirez This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

Brandon Blackwell joins the hosts on episode 134, to discuss his fast pace and successful career. He graduated from Full Sail University in 2013 and quickly thereafter was working with artists like TLC and Ne-Yo. Blackwell recently started working with Kendrick Lamar, and he talks about manifesting his career and what it means to be where he is today. Blackwell is always driving for diversity within our industry and is looking to help mentor the next generation along with that.You can find out more about  Brandon Blackwell here https://www.brandonblackwell.com/This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

The full Signal to Noise crew - Michael Lawrence, Chris Leonard and Kyle Chirnside, with regular guest hosts Hannah Goodine, Willa Snow and Jade Payne, gather to share some reflections on the past year and positive community discussion. The show is happy to welcome back some previous guests and friends of the show including Leo Pisaq (FOH, Lawrence the Band), Daniel Liston Keller (Get It In Writing) and Wes Stark (Snob Productions) as well as Michael's mentee Kat Rice.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3pX-YntYzxEThis episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

Freelance engineer Darcy McIntosh (FOH, Hinds) discussed her start, her approach to learning the craft of audio, the importance of mentors, and her brief brush with troubleshooting stardom. This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

Noted FOH mixer Kyle Hamilton (Janet Jackson, Rhianna, Lionel Richie) talks about his approach to interpreting Grammy-winning recordings in a live setting, shares some thought-provoking advice on mixing shows with playback elements, and discusses his career development.This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

In episode 130, Matt Carter of the band Emery joins the hosts to discuss the process behind their recent virtual concert & album release. Matt talks about cultivating the experience with a band he always envisioned as a kid, and how he brings that to life in the mixing process. They also discuss how to prioritize your workflow on any given project, how to give or get constructive feedback, and more.Check out the latest album / virtual concert experience by Emery talked about on this episode here https://youtu.be/b4jaqNpjcwMRegister for the SoundGirls Virtual Conference Dec 4-5  Friends and Family 20% DiscountThis episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

In episode 129 the hosts are joined by Jeri Palumbo to discuss broadcast audio for NFL games. They get into all aspects of the job from mixing in the truck, A2 work on the field, RF coordination, parabolic microphones, and more. Jeri Palumbo is a Broadcast Sports and Entertainment Mixer based in Los Angeles. Jeri has been working in audio for over 30 years, first as a trained musician and arranger before going into post-production and then moving into live broadcast. Working mainly within sports broadcasting, her clients include the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, NASCAR, The Super Bowl, World Series, Stanley Cup, and The Oscars.You can read more about her amazing career on ProSoundWebRegister for the SoundGirls Virtual Conference Dec 4-5  Friends and Family 20% DiscountThis episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

Michael Lawrence presented a workshop at CFX ( Church Facilities Conference & Expo)  called “Absolute Essentials of System Gain Structure“, in Dallas on October 26, 2021You can watch this presentation here: https://vimeo.com/643036495/53e6448d57Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”Please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. "We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle."The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

In episode 128 the hosts are joined by Brett" Scoop" Blanden who has been the front-of-house engineer for Lady A over the last 11 years. Scoop talks about his progression of consoles with Lady A  and how he manages a 96 input show.  They also discuss how Scoop got his start as well as how he turned his house into a recording studio, virtual concert space, and rehearsal space. They also had to ask "how did you get the name Scoop", and it's a funny story like most nicknames.This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Brett “Scoop” Blanden has more than two decades of diverse entertainment industry experience.  He’s a sought-after live-event consultant, accomplished recording engineer, former Studio Manager of Ocean Way Nashville, international touring Live Sound Engineer of Lady A and Charles Kelley, partner and founder in Remote Production Group and business developer/owner/entrepreneur of the Brett’s Place Productions conglomerate, which includes: Brett’s Place Studio, Brett’s Place Consulting, BrettsPlaceLIVE (Rentals) and the BrettsPlaceLIVE Streaming Destination.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”Please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. "We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle."The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard