WCA #593 with Katie Marie Richards – Self-taught Foundations, Four-track Experiments, Blue Rock, and The Human Experience

In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer, engineer, and multi-instrumentalist Katie Marie for a deep dive into her 30-year career journey, moving from a rural UK trailer to world-class studios. They discuss the transition from solo artistry to a supportive production role, the philosophy of professional growth, and maintaining a healthy mindset around the business of music. In This Episode, We Discuss: Producer And Multi-instrumentalist Background Leaving School At Fifteen Self-taught Musical Foundations Early Four-track Recording Experiments Transitioning From Solo Artist Managing Performance Anxiety Relocating From Devon To Austin Mentorship At Blue Rock Studio Sharing Process Via Live Streams Transitioning To North Carolina Morning And Afternoon Life Stages Growing Wider Rather Than Taller Collaborating With Christie Lenée Overcoming A Poverty Mindset Charging Based On Value Selling The Human Experience Prioritizing Songs Over Gear Adapting To New Environments Links and Show Notes: Katie Marie’s Site Blue Rock Studio Book Reference: You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero Matt's Rant: What IS possible Credits: Guest: Katie Marie Richards Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell The Voice: Chuck Smith

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WCA #593 with Katie Marie Richards – Self-taught Foundations, Four-track Experiments, Blue Rock, and The Human Experience is an episode from Working Class Audio by Working Class Audio.

This episode is 01:15:58 long.

This episode was published on Apr 28, 2026.

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