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The Blackbird Academy: A Crash Course

The Blackbird Academy: A Crash CourseSo, you might be dreaming of playing a part in the moment of sheer electricity that happens when a vocalist hits…


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The Blackbird Academy vs. A 4-Year University

A Frank DiscussionJune 28, 2020By John McBrideIn At Blackbird, Insider How I Started. I come from a family that feels strongly about getting a…


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5 Reasons to Attend Audio Engineering Schools

When it comes to getting better at audio engineering, you have a multitude of options — mentoring, apprenticeships, four-year universities, audio…


Audio Quick Tip #2: Carry a ‘Crash’ Kit

An Emergency Medical Technician would always carry a set of first aid tools, so should audio engineers carry a crash kit, at least in their…


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Remixing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ in Surround

Remixing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ in Surround Steve Genewick is a staff engineer at Capitol Records in Los Angeles. In 2013, Steve visited The Blackbird…


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Three Days at Bonnaroo

THURSDAY Bonnaroo 2013 was a KILLER experience! Thursday night, I was able to catch a few acts, including HAIM, Walk the Moon, Alt+J, and Allen…