I am an award-winning recording engineer & video editor with 30+ years experience.

Rodney Good

I am an award-winning recording engineer & video editor with 30+ years experience.

Available to hire

I am an award-winning recording engineer & video editor with 30+ years experience.

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Studio Owner / Chief Engineer at The Grotto Recording Studio
January 1, 2003 - Present
Owned and managed a professional recording studio in Brentwood, TN. Provided engineering and production services to a wide range of clients, including prominent artists like Jamie O'Neal, Andy Griggs, Richard Marx, and others. Oversaw studio operations and client relations to maintain high-quality production standards.
Independent Video Editor at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Edited videos independently for music artists and record labels such as Jamie O'Neal, Sara Evans, Martina McBride, Audium Records, and Evergreen Records. Delivered professional video editing services tailored to the music and entertainment industry.
Band Leader / Backing Vocals / Guitar at Jamie O'Neal Band
January 1, 2001 - Present
Led the band, provided backing vocals and guitar while touring with major artists including Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney, Blake Shelton, and more. Performed on national television shows such as The Tonight Show and Late Night with David Letterman.
Backing Vocals / Guitar at Various
January 1, 2001 - Present
Performed backing vocals and guitar for renowned artists including Willie Nelson, Lee Ann Womack, Michael McDonald, and others in various engagements.
Independent Engineer / Producer at Self-employed
January 1, 1995 - Present
Provided recording engineering and production services for notable clients such as Waylon Jennings, The Dixie Chicks, Shooter Jennings, Vince Gill, and many others. Managed studio sessions and collaborated closely with artists to create high-quality recordings.
Co-Owner / Chief Engineer at Smash Recording Studio
December 31, 2002 - July 8, 2025
Co-owned and served as chief engineer at a Nashville-based recording studio providing engineering services for clients including The Lynns and Roxie Dean.
Songwriter, Lead Vocals / Guitar at The Matters (EMI / Heartworks Pop/Rock Band)
December 31, 1999 - July 8, 2025
Performed lead vocals and guitar while writing songs for the pop/rock band. Played regionally and at SXSW festivals.
Lead Vocals / Guitar at Vine, The Etheopeons
December 31, 1997 - July 8, 2025
Performed as lead vocalist and guitarist for regional pop/rock bands.
Studio Manager / Chief Engineer at Revolution Sound Studio
December 31, 1998 - July 8, 2025
Managed the studio and served as chief engineer, working with high-profile clients such as Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and others. Oversaw studio operations and engineering work.
Studio Manager / Chief Engineer at Eleven Eleven Sound Studios
December 31, 1995 - July 8, 2025
Managed studio operations and served as chief engineer for notable clients including John Denver, Steve Wariner, The Statler Brothers, and more.
Studio Owner / Chief Engineer at Rat Hole Recording Studio
December 31, 1995 - July 8, 2025
Owned and operated a recording studio servicing clients such as John Michael Montgomery, Marshal Tucker Band, Jeff Foxworthy, and others.
Staff Engineer at Eleven Eleven Sound Studios
December 31, 1990 - July 8, 2025
Engineered recordings for major artists like Roy Orbison, Bruce Hornsby & The Range, The Charlie Daniels Band, Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, and others.
Intern at The Larry Butler Music Group
December 31, 1986 - July 8, 2025
Interned in publishing and recording studio departments to gain industry experience.
Intern at Mercury / Polygram Records
December 31, 1985 - July 8, 2025
Marketing intern gaining experience in music marketing and record label operations.
Independent Engineer / Producer at Self-Employed / Independent
January 1, 1995 - Present
Independent engineering and production work for a wide range of country artists and songwriters including Waylon Jennings, The Dixie Chicks, Shooter Jennings, Phil Vassar, The Kinleys, Vince Gill, Colin Raye, Clay Walker, Georgia Middleman, Daryl Dodd, Delbert McLinton, The Wilkinsons.
Co-owner / Chief Engineer at Smash Recording Studio
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2002
Co-owned Smash Recording Studio; served as Chief Engineer for Nashville clients including The Lynns, Roxie Dean.
Lead Vocals / Guitar at EMI / HeartWorks Songwriter; The Matters
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Lead vocals and guitar for pop/rock band The Matters; active regionally and at SXSW.
Lead Vocals / Guitar at Vine / The Ethiopians
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997
Lead vocals and guitar for regional pop/rock acts Vine and The Ethiopians.
Studio Manager / Chief Engineer at Eleven Eleven Sound Studios
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995
Studio manager and chief engineer; worked with Roy Orbison, Bruce Hornsby & The Range, The Charlie Daniels Band, Merle Haggard, George Jones, Ricky Skaggs, Clint Black, Dolly Parton, Shelby Lynne, Tracy Lawrence, Daryl Dody, and others.
Studio Owner / Chief Engineer at Rat Hole Recording Studio
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1995
Studio owner and chief engineer; clients included John Michael Montgomery, Marshall Tucker Band, Jeff Foxworthy, Bernie Leiden, Jerry Douglas, John Anderson, Bootsie Collins, Kevin Welch, Doc Watson.
Staff Engineer at Eleven Eleven Sound Studios
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1990
Staff engineer; contributed to sessions for Roy Orbison, Bruce Hornsby & The Range, The Charlie Daniels Band, Merle Haggard, George Jones, Ricky Skaggs, Clint Black, Dolly Parton, Sawyer Brown, and others.
EMI HeartWorks Songwriter, Lead Vocal / Guitar at "The Matters" (Pop/Rock Band)
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Songwriter and lead vocalist/guitarist for EMI HeartWorks project; regional performances.
Lead Vocal / Guitar at Vine / The Etheopeons (Pop/Rock Band)
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997
Lead vocalist and guitarist for regional pop/rock acts 1992–1997.
EMI / HeartWorks Songwriter, Lead Vocals / Guitar at The Matters
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
EMI/HeartWorks songwriter and lead vocalist/guitarist for pop/rock band The Matters; regional touring and SXSW performances.
Lead Vocals / Guitar at Vine & The Ethiopians
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1997
Lead vocals and guitar for pop/rock acts Vine and The Ethiopians; regional performances.
Independent Engineer / Producer at Independent (Freelance)
January 1, 1995 - Present
Freelance engineer and producer; worked with Waylon Jennings, The Dixie Chicks, Shooter Jennings, Phil Vassar, The Kinleys, Vince Gill, Colin Raye, Clay Walker, Georgia Middleman, Daryl Dodd, Delbert McLinton, The Wilkinsons.

Education

Bachelor of Music Business at Belmont University
January 1, 1984 - December 31, 1987
Bachelor of Music Business Degree at Belmont University
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1987
Bachelor of Music Business at Belmont University
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1987
Bachelor of Music Business Degree at Belmont University
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1987
Bachelor of Music Business Degree at Belmont University
January 1, 1984 - December 31, 1987

Qualifications

Bachelor of Music Business Degree
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1987

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other