Amplify Featured Creator: WAX DOG For Dayton Bowen, the artist behind WAX DOG, everything stems from a desire to create complex, immersive, and original pieces that move people the same way his favourite music moves him. He’s pulled creative inspiration for his experimental universe from artists like Car Seat Headrest and The Hellp, who shaped his adolescence and hold a special place in his heart.
Amplify Sync Licensing: How To Get Your Music Sync-Ready In today’s follow-up, we are diving a little deeper into how to get your music sync-ready. Whether you’re writing music specifically for licensing opportunities or as part of an artist project, there are a few steps you can take to better your chances of getting your music licensed.
Amplify Booking Stages and Blending Sounds with Breakout Montreal DJ mayalabae Chicago-raised and Montreal-based DJ and organizer mayalabae (AKA Maya Hassa) has seen a fast rise on the electronic music scene since starting out in 2020. What began as sharing decks with friends at underground events and experimenting with sounds like breaks, techno, and throwback pop edits, turned into a full-blown DJ career.
Amplify Robert Moog — The making of an influential sound We’re quick to reminisce about artists whose musical influences reverberate decades after. However, we tend to overlook the engineers whose work can have an equally lasting impact. Working in the shadows, they are the ones who push the boundaries of music.
Amplify Featured Creator: Lila Gray As we listen to Lila Gray’s latest album Wild Tension, a soundscape scattered with contradictions is being discovered: minimalistic productions yet created with depth and complexity, inspirations from another era, all mixed with modern production techniques.
Amplify Embracing the Ephemeral: Lana Del Rey’s Ode to Growing Up Widely credited for popularizing the now ubiquitous Sad Girl sound of modern popular songwriting, Elizabeth Woolridge Grant – better known by stage name Lana Del Rey – has become synonymous with the music, aesthetic, and pop culture of the 2010s.
Amplify Safety, Sustainability, Solidarity: FANTOM Fights for Montreal’s Underground Nightlife Collective action, advocacy, and the sharing of knowledge and resources are at the heart of FANTOM’s mission, created in response to frustration among communities experiencing violence, harassment, and exploitation.
Amplify Instructor Spotlight: Alejandro Magaña Martinez It's not related to talent: you can succeed without being good and fail while being talented. Success is subjective and changes depending on the context.
Amplify Carving a Place in the Audio Market with HoneyPhonic We have to remember that it's what keeps us going and, ultimately, what keeps the art going.
Amplify Instructor Spotlight: Klash Rivera Read about the talented musician, producer, DJ and RAC instructor, Klash rivera
Amplify Sound Engineering & Emre Ekici: Perfection in Progress Our interview with RAC grad Emre Ekici, who specializes in sound recording and audio post-production for visual media.
Amplify Head of Audio Michael Stewart Makes the Greats Sound Incredible Our interview with Head of Audio, drummer, and RAC alum Michael Stewart
Amplify Helmets, Steel-Toe Boots & Music: Paulina Piñero’s Inspiring Journey Our interview with Paulina Piñero, RAC graduate, carpenter, sound engineer, musician and singer-songwriter.
Amplify v H+ & M P Find Limitless Self-Expression Through Computation Our interview with RAC alumni v H+ & M P
Amplify Yazid Explores the Self Through Sound For musician and RAC Montreal graduate Yazid Bounouar, songwriting is an undeniable form of catharsis. The modest artist’s work stems from self-reflection, oftentimes with a more self-critical slant to it, but never without a healthy dose of humour. Yazid’s most recent release, Pu Rien (translated in the context of the song as nothing else), perfectly […]
Amplify Bomber on the Beat Fuses the Visual & the Sonic in His Art RAC's interview with alum Émilien Bombardier, aka Bomber on the Beat – beatmaker, dj, producer, rapper
Amplify Frédéric Siron-Mazalon’s Soundscapes Immerse You in Another World How do you combine a love of films with a passion for sound design? For RAC alum Frédéric Siron-Mazalon, the answer is creating audio for games and interactive amusement park attractions. No matter the assignment – be it converting audio files or working with hundreds of speakers for a ride – Frédéric has always maintained […]
Amplify Félix Laliberté Undertakes the Journey From Student to Master (Engineer) As a newly-minted RAC graduate, Félix Laliberté found himself facing a major decision that most students do; where to go from here? Through networking, an ability to recognize key opportunities, and a determination to continue pursuing his passion for audio and music in any form, Félix landed a studio assistant position at renowned Montreal mastering […]
Amplify Zisco Finds Success by Staying True to His Roots RAC alum and current instructor Francisco, aka Zisco, makes overcoming monumental challenges look like a breeze. In four short years, he left his home country, mastered a new language, enhanced his audio skills, and made great strides towards accomplishing his career goals – always with a positive attitude in tow. If I wasn’t an audio […]
Amplify 5omerset Achieves Emotional Catharsis in “Bullshit & Rainbows” RAC alum 5omerset has travelled many roads throughout his dynamic career, but all signs point back to music. His latest release “Bullshit & Rainbows” depicts love’s ability to endure hardship, showcasing an atmospheric and emotional depth that takes his catalogue one step further. Describe the sound of 5omerset? Cool 80s vibes Proudest musical accomplishment? Getting […]
Amplify Uncategorized DJ Teck-Zilla Pushes the Needle with Verve on “Disco Lo” Having adopted a meticulous approach to realizing his vast ambitions, DJ Teck-Zilla has touched the hip-hop game in more ways than one. On his latest single “Disco Lo”, the RAC alum teams up with hip-hop duo Camp Lo to deliver a bouncy and retro banger. One piece of gear you can’t live without? My Solid […]
Amplify DonPerry Continues His Streak of Sincerity with Latest Single “WIND BLOWS” For RAC student DonPerry, creating is a transformative process. Every project offers a new opportunity to evolve sonically and emotionally, moving him closer towards catharsis. His latest single “WIND BLOWS” conveys lyrical agony over minimalist R&B sounds, revealing his heart firmly on his sleeve. Describe the sounds of DonPerry? Could be anything… from R&B to […]
Amplify Keegan O’Guedes Sinks His Teeth Into the East Coast Scene The GarageBand glory days of Keegan O’Guedes are now paying dividends. Since kick-starting his career at RAC, the recording engineer has established himself as a fixture in the Fredericton music scene, not only through collaborative projects but with his own signature sound. One piece of gear you can’t live without? Macbook (for DAW, plugins, etc.) […]
Amplify Caijo’s Sophomore Mixtape “2.DOPE” Pulls From Within to Reveal Personal Evolution Using rap as a vehicle to conquer his demons and rise above, RAC grad Caijo is stepping into his own power. The rapper’s sophomore release 2.DOPE explores his inner workings, layering emotional intensity between bars. Describe the sound of Caijo? Pure dopeness What’s your zodiac sign? Gemini Song that’s highest rotation on your playlists right […]
Amplify Credless’ “Missiles” Proves That Reputation Is More Than Just a Name On the heels of success in major junior hockey and then business school, RAC alum Credless is embracing his purpose as a meticulous beatmaker in the hip-hop scene. Together with Houston rap group New Nation, his latest release “Missiles” pays tribute to the journey that built him and sets a confident pace for what’s to […]
Amplify T. Chandy’s “Ego Trip” is One to Remember RAC alum T. Chandy is perfecting the recipe for success, armed with an airtight flow and undeniable work ethic. His latest album EGO TRIP balances the bravado with astute observations on the human psyche. Describe your music in three words: Story, Feeling, Identity Best way to get inspired: Go for a walk Favourite software: DAW […]
Amplify Featured: Lørra RAC student Maria-Lorraine Caluya, better known as Lørra, is making her mark in Montreal’s R&B scene with a commitment to creative authenticity. The singer-songwriter’s forthcoming album D’ange Heureuse promises to share her compelling story of reflection and resilience. Follow Lørra Lørra: Cheat Sheet Describe the sound of Lørra: R&B/Jazz Biggest accomplishment so far? EYEZ (SoundCloud […]
Amplify Featured: Stephen “King Luck” Williams Known for his unwavering curiosity and variety of accomplishments in music production and film scoring, it’s no surprise that Stephen “King Luck” Williams is keeping busy. As one-half of Jaabu Music Group, Williams rounds out the year with high praise for scoring the socially conscious HBO drama The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain. Follow King Luck […]
Amplify Featured: Méandre Riding high on the success of his melancholy debut, Francophone artist Méandre’s sophomore record, Là où les saisons t’emmènent, reaches for song structures that pack a little more punch but also build on the sincerity and purity that marked his earlier work. Find Méandre online Méandre 101: Cheat Sheet A piece of gear you can’t […]
Amplify Featured: sisterBlaze Always marching to the beat of his own drum, Mike Ferguson’s sisterBlaze project is back with a brand-new prog-pop opus, Gemini, that fuses all his pop, punk and prog influences for a result that’s sophisticated, musically accomplished, and “progcessible”. sisterBlaze 101: Cheat Sheet Your role in sisterBlaze: Composer, lyrics, guitars, drums, bass, synths, some keys, […]
Amplify Featured: Gant Fusing the electro bombast of new wave pioneers Depeche Mode with the dark thematic content of Nick Cave’s best work, darkwave duo Gant have just unfurled their doomy first full-length LP on an unsuspecting world. Get ready for synths. Lots of synths. Find Gant online Gant 101: Cheat Sheet Depeche Mode vs The Cure. Who […]
Amplify Featured: Melotika Mel Yelle, who goes by Melotika on stage, creates unique electro-pop music with a message. With a knack for making danceable darkness, she stands for self-confidence, empowerment and individuality. Melotika 101: Cheat Sheet One piece of gear I can’t live without My SM-58 Top musical moment or achievement to date Dancing Without You Go-to “I’m […]
Amplify Featured: Polykrome Energetic and always ready to bring the party, RAC grad and electronic music creator Polykrome has just dropped a new single, “No Doubt”. It might just be your next song of the summer. Follow Polykrome on Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Spotify / Apple Music / Amazon Music / SoundCloud Polykrome 101: Cheat […]
Amplify Featured: Michael Perry With two EPs already in hand, pop crooner Michael Perry looks to break out of his musical comfort zone in 2021 with rock and punk-inspired new tracks dropping each month and an ongoing exploration of individuality, self-acceptance and love through music. Follow Michael on Instagram / Facebook / Site Web / Twitter / YouTube / Spotify […]
Amplify Featured: Lofsky RAC alum Lofsky is making the most out of lockdown with a rapid-fire string of new releases and a brand new collab with DillanPonders. Expect fresh tracks every three weeks until the end of the year from the up-and-coming Toronto rapper. Follow Lofsky on Instagram / Spotify / Apple Music / YouTube / Facebook Lofsky 101: […]
Amplify Featured: Alaskan Tapes With over 1 million monthly streams on Spotify alone, RAC alum Brady Kendall adds to his ever-evolving body of work with a haunting new Alaskan Tapes record For Us Alone. Follow Alaskan Tapes on Instagram / Facebook / Website / Bandcamp / YouTube / Spotify / Apple Music Rapid Fire with Alaskan Tapes’ Brady Kendall Brady Your role in Alaskan Tapes Musician One piece of gear you can’t […]
Amplify Featured: Romar Parris From Barbados to the RAC Toronto campus, Romar Parris has been tearing up the music scene as a producer and DJ. Inspired by the greats of reggae and pop, Parris channels his love of Bob Marley and Michael Jackson into his latest project with former classmate Ridah Kadabra. Follow Romar on Music By ThirtyTwo / Green Shanti Productions […]
Amplify Featured: What If Elephants Hot on the heels of their infectious new single, “Sugar Daddy”, Montreal’s trending indie-pop outfit What If Elephants are gearing up for the release of their highly anticipated new EP. Follow What If Elephants on Instagram / Facebook / Website / YouTube / Spotify /Apple Music Rapid fire with Joey and Justin Joey Justin Your role […]
Amplify Featured: Roxanne Potvin RAC favourite Roxanne Potvin is back with a brand-new single, “Jump In”. With a host of Juno and Maple Blues Award nominations already under her belt, the talented singer/songwriter’s sunny new track is just a taste of the new music she has planned for 2021. Follow Roxanne on Instagram / Facebook / Website / YouTube […]
Amplify Featured: Ozvaldo “O.Z” O.Z’s career is firing on all cylinders! The RAC grad’s hot new collab with PETiTOM, “Je Sais”, is just the opening salvo in a year that has already seen the launch of his new studio and record label, and promises not one, but two full-length albums featuring some of the biggest names in Quebec hip […]
Amplify Featured: Shayan Heidari The future is looking very bright for Shayan Heidari. With show-stopping performances on TVA’s recently revitalized Star Académie and an inspiring new collab with rapper, Majhool, 2021 promises to be a watershed year for the up-and-coming music creator. Follow Shayan on Instagram / Facebook / Facebook (Enlight) /Spotify / Apple Music / YouTube For Shayan Heidari, opportunity is knocking…hard. […]
Amplify Featured: Sage Dyck RAC student Sage Dyck, aka thankshollow, is already putting his newfound production skills to good use with his brand-new single, “alkaline”. The track, which combines hip hop, alt-rock, and pop, is just a tease of what’s coming from the talented creator in 2021. Follow Sage on Instagram / Facebook / Spotify / Apple Music It could be said that […]
Amplify Featured: La-Nai Gabriel RAC alum La-Nai Gabriel is on a musical voyage. Drawing inspiration from pandemic-induced isolation and a little Star Trek binge-watching, she boldly explores new sonic landscapes as laaain. Her new single, “Planet Surface”, lands on February 5th ahead of her sci-fi-infused EP, Away Mission, coming this June! Follow La-Nai on Bandcamp / Spotify / Apple Music / Website / Instagram […]
Amplify Featured: Beatcotheque Alex Urdininea has got his hands full. Between his songwriting and production work as Beatcotheque and as one half of the pop duo, The Retrogradez, the RAC alum has no shortage of infectious new singles planned for 2021. Follow Beatcotheque on Spotify / Apple Music / Instagram / Facebook Follow The Retrogradez on Spotify / Amazon Music / Instagram More than anything else, Alex Urdininea […]
Amplify Featured: Karlos Danklou Inspired by artists such as Salif Kaeïta, Enya, and Avicii, RAC grad Karlos Danklou, aka Kaarlojam, pays homage to Mother Africa with a message of unity through music. Combining spiritual elevation with frenzied rhythms, Karlos’ upcoming record promises to be a must-hear for fans of Afro-world music and eclectic sounds. Follow Karlos on Spotify / Apple Music […]
Amplify Featured: Daniel Zebouni 2020 was not an easy year for Daniel Zebouni. In the face of tragedy and the social isolation caused by the global pandemic, the RAC alum is kicking back with a new musical project, Frequenzee, and a hard-hitting new single, “Bonehead”. The release of the new track is just the tip of the iceberg in […]
Amplify Featured: A.J. Rettger RAC grad A.J. Rettger has just released his first novel, Oathbreaker, proving that a little adversity, frustration, and a touch of pettiness can work wonders on motivation. With a second title and an ongoing recording project in the works, 2021 is poised to be a productive year for the multi-talented creator. Follow A.J. on Instagram (Author Account) / Instagram (Producer Account) / […]
Amplify Featured: Treh LaMonte With a recent collab with American R&B songwriter/producer Tank and his first full-length album coming in 2021, Treh LaMonte wants to put Montreal R&B on the map. Follow Treh on Spotify / Apple Music / Soundcloud / Amazon Music / Instagram / Facebook The Montreal R&B scene is hurting. While the city continues to be a haven for indie rockers, the […]
Amplify Featured: Kinkade Davis Kinkade is back with a string of fresh singles that continue to pay homage to the look and feel of 90s hip hop. He rounds out the year with new tracks, “Never Would Have” and the on-brand nostalgia trip, “Timing”. Follow Kinkade on Spotify / Apple Music / Soundcloud / Amazon Music / Instagram / Facebook RAC grad Kinkade Davis has […]
Amplify Featured: Caleigh Barker With the Spotify play count rapidly rising on contagious singles like “With You,” “Treehouse,” and her latest, “Lonely Lover Man,” Caleigh Barker is poised to make some serious waves with the release of her new EP in early 2021. Follow Caleigh on: Spotify / Apple Music / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook That Caleigh Barker […]
Amplify Featured: Alex Arena Enthralled by the pop icons of her youth, Toronto singer-songwriter Alex Arena parlayed her early love of poetry and singing into an intimate and personal songwriting style that grows more focussed and confessional with each new release. Follow Alex Arena on: Spotify / Apple Music / Bandcamp / Facebook / Instagram Like so many musicians […]
Amplify Featured: NUNNE With an unabashed admiration for sonic experimenters like Thom Yorke and Amy Winehouse, NUNNE creates music that weaves between multiple music genres, creating a sound that is at once familiar but altogether fresh-sounding and hard to pin down. Listen to NUNNE on all platforms Being born into a family of passionate music lovers comes with […]
Amplify Featured: Sir Louie Sir Louie’s influences are eclectic and genre-spanning. From Bob Marley to Kanye West to Erykah Badu and Rage Against the Machine, his admiration for artists who push the envelope is reflected in his fresh take on hip hop. Follow Sir Louie on: Soundcloud / Spotify / Apple Music It’s taken little more than two short years […]
Amplify Eddy : Elevating Nigeria’s music scene Eddy Brarhovwe is a Nigerian songwriter, keyboardist, vocalist, and coach whose passion for music stems from the Gospel Church. Rhythm is woven into the fabric of African culture, and Eddy approaches his music that way – he distinctly plays harmonic instruments like the piano with a percussive feel. Eddy plans to use the skills he acquired at […]
Amplify Pineapple Destruction: The Man Behind The Pineapple Mask Pineapple Destruction, who wishes to conceal his true identity, is a recent graduate of RAC and electronic music DJ; born in Rimouski and raised in Ottawa where he got his start in music creating and experimenting with beats. Knowing that making a living as a DJ is tough sledding these days, Laurier is constantly working […]
Amplify Jordan Duguay: From his recent misfortune to his early beginnings and what the RAC philosophy means to him Despite landing what was arguably one of basketball’s greatest moments this month, Kwahi Leonard from the Toronto Raptors is known for his zen approach to life, detaching himself from all of the highs and lows of working in an emotionally demanding industry. RAC’s philosophy reflects the ideals that Kwahi lives by. Here, we approach our […]
Amplify Grad Profile on Dimitri Marshall On successfully launching a second career in sound design Once a passionate forest firefighter, Dimitri Marshall suddenly felt the need for a change after attending an electronic music festival in his hometown of Nelson, British Columbia. “I remember hearing Dubstep for the first time and was interested in how they made those sounds and wanted […]
Amplify Recording Arts Canada Grads and where they work. Here’s a partial list of Recording Arts Canada grads and the labels, studios, live sound, major media broadcasters, film post production, game design, and many other creative organizations around the world. Want to join this growing list of succes stories? Click here to apply to RAC. RAC Toronto Graduates and Where They Work: Adam Herdman […]
Amplify RAC Grad Luke Leveille’s credits include Drake, Wiley, and other outstanding artists. RAC grad Luke Leveille has worked with artists Drake, Wiley, Ghostface Killah, P. Reign, The Weeknd, Gentlemen Husbands, Majid Jordan, and producers Noah “40” Shebib, Boy1da, Carlos Illangelo, Damon Sharpe, Pro Logic and Gavin Brown, to name a few. Luke discusses the path that led him to working with some world renowned artists and producers. […]
Amplify Astronaut Colonel Chris Hadfield w/ RAC grad Luke Leveille RAC Sound and Recording graduate, recording engineer Luke Leveille and Canada’s “singing astronaut” Colonel Chris Hadfield addressed a conference of 500 school counselors this month in Toronto. On November 10, 2014 the Ontario School Counselors Association (OSCA) hosted its annual conference at the International Plaza in Toronto. This OSCA conference was titled Creating Pathways to […]
Amplify Recording Arts Canada Student Review: 2013 RAC Montreal grad and Juno nominated Roxanne Potvin Originally from Hull, Quebec, Roxanne has laid roots in Montreal and is a 2013 graduate of RAC Montreal. “The idea to come to recording school came very suddenly. Last summer, I was sort of reflecting for a while on what my next step was going to be. “I knew I wanted to do something music […]
Amplify RAC Montreal 16th Concert Series – Urban Music 16th RAC Concert a huge success. Earlier this week RAC students and staff put on an amazing show featuring some of Montreal’s best up and coming Hip Hop and Urban artists. RAC students delivered great sound and near flawless production for the packed house at la Sala Rossa. Featured acts included Safe in Sound, Serenity, […]
Amplify RAC Alumnus Interview: Mario Anzola What is your background in music prior to enrolling at RAC? “I learned to play classical guitar by the age of 13, by 15 I bought my first electric guitar and started to learn the riffs from Punk Rock bands. At 18 I was a part of a couple of bands and got into in […]
Amplify RAC Student Review: Patrice Lavoie I was on tour with Prince recently and I had the opportunity to be part of the team that was giving a concert at the White House for President Obama. I met the president and his wife. Very impressive, at least for me as a Canadian! Lol. It was a memorable experience. Prince is an […]
Amplify Recording Arts Canada Student Review: RAC Montreal Grad Alexis L. Lemay “I was fortunate to be hired by RDS through an internship offered by Recording Arts Canada for RDS. Since November 2014, I’ve worked in television for the Sports Network RDS, as an assistant audio technician”. What is your background (education, music, recording, personal)? My academic journey spanned from 2007 to 2009. I did a DEC […]
Amplify Patrick Ouellet takes the long road back to his musical roots Patrick Ouellet has had quite a journey the past few years. Patrick earned a BA, took a well paid government job, and then after some soul searching decided to leave his job and return to his musical roots in pursuit of his lifelong artistic goals. What was your background prior to enrolling at RAC? I’ve […]
Amplify RAC Digital Arts College Student Reviews featuring Leyshan Grant RAC Digital Arts College Student Reviews featuring Leyshan Grant of Turks & Caicos. Why did you choose to study Sound & Music Recording? I found it interesting. Not just sound but the process of how it’s made, produced, distributed etc. I saw it as an opportunity to further my own sound reinforcement company. What was […]
Amplify Recording Arts Canada Review: Stephen Williams: Running a successful record label. Stephen Williams, RAC graduate (2006) discusses how he started his own successful record label, his work as a producer, and his some of his music business experiences. “Developing authentic artists who define the next generation of music.”That’s Stephen Williams’ motto. It’s how he defines himself, his company and his mission.Stephen Williams, a Recording Arts Canada […]
Amplify RAC Digital Arts College Student Review featuring Rennie Williams of Antiqua Why are you studying Sound & Music Recording? I want an education so I can record and produce music. I’m a musician first and music is a part of who I am. Knowing how sound & music works is important for my career. Why did you choose RAC? My friend Max, who’s also at […]
Amplify Richard Braganza of India International Student Reviews for RAC Digital Arts College featuring Richard Braganza of India, a Recording Arts Canada student. Why are you studying Sound & Music Recording? I’m interested in being a front of house (FOH) engineer. I’ve always been a stage tech but now I want to be FOH and monitor mix engineer. Ultimately I […]
Amplify RAC Digital Arts College Student Reviews with Freddy Jesus Arevalo Gonzalez of Venezuela Why are you studying Sound & Music Recording? I love music and I wanted to go to the best college. For me music is life. Everything is music. I’m a lawyer but what I really want to do is music professionally and become a music producer. What better way than through RAC, the best recording […]
Amplify Recording Arts Canada Student Review: Paul Fitz of the Netherlands Why are you studying Sound & Music Recording? I want to know how music works in terms of sound. I’ve been composing but without a technical background and I needed a deeper understanding of sound as it relates to music. What is your goal? I’m an auditory person and my goal is to completely understand […]
Amplify Recording Arts Canada Toronto Review: Koal Harrison What was your experience like at RAC? “RAC was a really incredible experience. It was great. I feel like one of the biggest benefits of going to Recording Arts Canada was meeting talented people and staff, as they were all really knowledgeable and opened my mind to different facets of music and sound that I […]
Amplify RAC Alumnus Interview: Carl Johnson What is your background in Audio prior to enrolling to RAC? “Electronic music / DJing – got into corporate side of things.” What kind of projects did you do before graduating from RAC? “Before RAC was mainly in-class projects. I was young, and didn’t have much experience.” What was your experience like at RAC? “Great. […]
Amplify RAC Student Review: Paul Col, Post-Production Audio Engineer Paul Col was born and raised in Massachusetts. He came to Canada to study biology at McGill University. Paul soon realized he wanted to work in the sound and music recording industry, surrounded by talented and motivated people. In this interview, Paul sheds some light on the road he’s travelled so far, and where he […]
Amplify RAC Student Review: Emilie Bilodeau, Recording Engineer, CBC/Radio Canada Emilie Bilodeau is an 2005 RAC grad (Recording Arts Canada) in sound and music recording. She is currently working at CBC/Radio Canada as an audio engineer for live transmissions and productions for the network. She found this job immediately after graduating from RAC, and shares with us details of her journey, challenges she’s encountered and […]
Amplify RAC Grad Andrew Leung hired by American Gaming Systems Meet Andrew Leung, a graduate from Recording Arts Canada’s Game Design program in May, 2012. With a Bachelors and Masters Degree already in his pocket, Andrew decided he needed to develop his professional skill set in Game Design, and enrolled in RAC’s Game Design Program in Toronto to give him the best chance of succeeding […]
Amplify Hazel Burns Hazel Burns turns her passion for music and mixing into a Career at CTV and Discovery Channel.With an impressive education and music performance credentials, Hazel Burns decided to shift her career focus to Sound and Music Recording, enrolling at RAC’s Montreal campus. Hazel explains how she came to that critical choice, and how that decision […]
Amplify Adam Herdman, RAC grad, Artist and Producer for Toronto’s Q107 and Edge 102.1 Adam Herdman, like many of us, has a huge passion for making and recording music. Adam has parlayed that passion into a multi-faceted career: artist, musician, recording engineer and radio producer. Adam is currently working at Toronto’s flagship rock and alternative stations Q107 and Edge 102.1. What was your background in music prior to enrolling […]
Amplify Michael Maher: A Success Story Maher found his calling after falling in love with music at the age of fourteen. He went from bass to guitar to drums to singing to sound recording (which happens to include becoming Bob Walsh’s lead guitarist guitar tech). Eventually Maher decided to dedicate his life to this particular passion where he considers it like […]