Today we’d like to introduce you to Michael Girard.
Michael, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
For Christmas when I was 6 years old, my parents got me a drum kit, then a guitar for my birthday one month later. I think they knew immediately that it was going to turn into something special. I was addicted from the start and fell in love with classic rock and thrash metal. I started my first band when I was 14 with some close friends and was curious how to record our music. My father had a bunch of cool home theater and car audio gear that I would play with, so I found a cheap mic and tried to see what I could create with an audio receiver, 31 band equalizer and CD player. It wasn’t great… but that didn’t stop me to try to get the best sound I could with what I had. Soon after, I bought an interface for our home computer and started learning as much I could about music production software and audio engineering. When I was 18, I ended up moving to Saint Louis for more opportunities. I was working a full time job while trying to create as much music as I could with the little people that I knew. I loved it. Years later, I eventually went part time at my job to purse my dream of opening my own recording studio.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Making music always has its obstacles but I think that’s what truly makes it unique. The reward is expression of emotions, good or bad, and making friends along the way. You learn from experiences and mistakes. That’s really the only way to improve at anything you do in life. Never give up.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Graveless Studios is a professional music studio that specializes in recording, mixing and mastering for aspiring rock and metal bands. As a drummer and guitarist, I provide technical insight and dynamic responses to create the best music possible for the artist, helping them feel confident throughout the entire recording process. I also offer lessons and sound installation for individuals and businesses if in need of improvement for first time success.
In terms of your work and the industry, what are some of the changes you are expecting to see over the next five to ten years?
The music industry has changed a lot in the last decade for independent artists to record and release their own music. It’s more affordable than ever to buy an interface, microphones and software to make your stuff sound great. You just need to have the knowledge of putting it all together to get to the sound you want. That’s the hard part and something I don’t think will change. It takes time and dedication to get to the level you need to compete with the professionals. AI has made an interaction with music distributors, and I can see that trend continuing for some time. However, AI-generated tracks aren’t able to hold any cultural weight or longevity. Musicianship will prevail.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.gravelessstudios.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gravelessstudios?utm_source=qr
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- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@gravelessstudios?si=GI3hjc00BtyqdKAN
Image Credits
Jacob Rodgers
