Matt Boudreau has been contributing to Tape Op and our conferences for a few years but I hadn't heard any of his work as a producer or engineer. He fills those roles on this CD and does them well. The sound of this disc is right on for the Nick Drake-ish vocals and varied backing tracks. Instruments sound full and natural, with plenty of ambiance and breathing room without getting too roomy. I'm enjoying this disc! (www.mattboudreau.com, www.alexisharte.com)
Music Reviews | No. 36
Built on Squares
by Larry Crane
In 1997 we ran a great interview with Trent Bell of Bell Labs in Norman, Oklahoma. He's been running that studio for years now, and mostly is working on "regional" acts when we catch up on one of our...