# Kevin Antreassian: Making Music Work

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Podcast: [Master Your Mix Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/master-your-mix-podcast-176238)
Published: 2026-01-14T04:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://masteryourmixpodcast.captivate.fm/episode/kevin-antreassian-making-music-work
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## Resource

Kevin Antreassian is an American musician, producer, engineer, and studio owner based in New Jersey. He holds a Bachelor of Music in Audio Engineering from William Paterson University and is the founder and operator of Backroom Studios, a multifaceted recording and rehearsal facility established in 2007. Over his career, Antreassian has worked with a wide range of artists across rock and metal genres, providing production, recording, mixing/mastering, and technical services for both emerging and established acts. As a guitarist, he is best known for his tenure with the influential mathcore band The Dillinger Escape Plan, performing with the group through their later period and contributing to their final shows and recordings, as well as other groups like The Sawtooth Grin and Knife the Glitter. In addition to his work in the studio and on stage, Antreassian has served as a touring guitar technician for notable acts, and he teaches music production and guitar tech at William Paterson University. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: Choosing between touring, corporate audio, and running a studio Why multiple income streams matter if you want long-term stability The not-so-glamorous truth about life on the road Avoiding burnout when you’re obsessed with making records How starting with minimal gear actually sharpens your skills Why he keeps outboard gear set to fixed settings How he uses templates for speed and consistency rather than tone Tuning out the marketing noise around gear so you can stay focused Creating clarity and focus in chaotic music How editing impacts the energy and feel of a performance When live-off-the-floor beats isolated tracking Why automation is the biggest separator between amateur and pro mixes To learn more about Kevin Antreassian, visit: https://backr…

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