I am a professional audio engineer with 30+ years of experience in music production, recording studios, and live sound. I have worked with artists across rock, metal, and pop, delivering high-quality FOH and monitor mixes. I excel at setting up mic placements, managing complex touring schedules, and delivering consistent, studio-quality sound in demanding live environments. In every project, I’m focused on clear communication, meticulous attention to detail, and building strong relationships with artists and crew.

Michael A. Thompson

I am a professional audio engineer with 30+ years of experience in music production, recording studios, and live sound. I have worked with artists across rock, metal, and pop, delivering high-quality FOH and monitor mixes. I excel at setting up mic placements, managing complex touring schedules, and delivering consistent, studio-quality sound in demanding live environments. In every project, I’m focused on clear communication, meticulous attention to detail, and building strong relationships with artists and crew.

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I am a professional audio engineer with 30+ years of experience in music production, recording studios, and live sound. I have worked with artists across rock, metal, and pop, delivering high-quality FOH and monitor mixes. I excel at setting up mic placements, managing complex touring schedules, and delivering consistent, studio-quality sound in demanding live environments. In every project, I’m focused on clear communication, meticulous attention to detail, and building strong relationships with artists and crew.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

FOH Engineer at Jerry Cantrell
May 31, 2024 - February 5, 2025
Responsible for microphone placement, controlling audio at front of house for live performances and productions. Resolved sound problems to improve quality and provided exceptional service while maintaining effective professional relationships.
Audio Engineer at Five Finger Death Punch, Metallica Tour
March 31, 2023 - Present
Handled microphone placement, resolved problems to improve overall sound, provided exceptional service, and maintained courteous working relationships during tours.
FOH Engineer at Boz Scaggs
June 30, 2023 - July 15, 2025
Managed microphone placement, controlled audio for live performances and productions, improved sound quality, and maintained effective working relationships.
FOH Engineer at Poison, The Stadium Tour
September 30, 2022 - July 15, 2025
Performed microphone placement and controlled live audio at FOH for performances, resolving issues and providing excellent service.
Monitor Engineer at The Smashing Pumpkins - Worldwide
May 31, 2022 - July 15, 2025
Setup FOH and monitor consoles, managed audio snakes, microphone placement and mixing multiple IEM monitor mixes for live shows.
Tour Manager/FOH Engineer at Zakk Wylde/Black Label Society/Zakk Sabbath
April 30, 2022 - July 15, 2025
Responsible for tour logistics including budgeting, routing, accommodations, hiring transport, advancing shows, FOH mixing, and Covid compliance certification.
Tour Manager/FOH Engineer at Corrosion of Conformity - Worldwide
May 31, 2021 - July 15, 2025
Managed artist specs, FOH mixing, budgets, daily tour updates, settlements, tour crew management, and Covid compliance.
Mon Engineer/Production Manager/Systems Tech at Black Label Society - Worldwide
April 30, 2017 - July 15, 2025
Handled advance production, load in/out, setup FOH and monitor consoles, mic placement and mixing multiple monitor mixes and stage mixes.
FOH Engineer/Production Manager at Philip H. Anselmo - Worldwide
June 30, 2016 - July 15, 2025
Managed advance production and production management of stage setups to artist specs and preferences.
Producer/Engineer at FOH Mix, DOWN
May 31, 2014 - July 15, 2025
Produced, edited, recorded, and mixed parts I & II for releases including collaborations with notable band members.
FOH Engineer/Production Manager at DOWN - Worldwide
June 30, 2013 - July 15, 2025
Setup stage and monitors according to artist specifications, microphone placement, and live show mixing.
FOH Engineer/Monitor Engineer/Production at Skid Row - Worldwide
June 30, 2013 - July 15, 2025
Advanced shows, managed riders and microphone input lists, mixed live shows, managed stage setup and monitors.
FOH Audio Engineer at Travis Scott
April 3, 2025 - Present
Responsible for controlling audio for live performances and productions, improved sound quality, and maintained effective working relationships.
FOH Audio Engineer / Production Manager at Philip H. Anselmo Worldwide
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Advance production for all shows; production management of stage to artist specs and preferences; controlled audio at FOH for live performances and productions; resolved problems, improved overall sound and provided exceptional service.
Record and Mix Engineer / Producer at The Hit Factory, NYC / Various Recording Studios
January 1, 1991 - Present
Setup and recording of basic tracks; guitar tracking and overdubs; recorded/mixed some of the biggest names in the industry (David Bowie, Eric Clapton, David Lee Roth, Nile Rodgers, Bobby McFerrin, Joan Jett, Jimmie Vaughan, Pattie LaBelle, Harry Connick Jr., G. Smith, Todd Rundgren, Heavy D, Michael Jackson, Run DMC, LL Cool J, Big Daddy Kane, and more—artists upon request).
Record/Mix and Sound Design Engineer at The Riff Factory
February 6, 2010 - Present
Producer/Record-Mix Engineer/Sound Designer

Education

Diploma at Center for The Media Arts
January 1, 1990 - May 31, 1990
Advanced Mixing and Mastering at Berklee College of Music
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
Technical Analysis at New York Institute of Finance
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
at Center for The Media Arts
May 1, 1990 - January 5, 2026
Advanced Mixing and Mastering at Berklee College of Music
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Technical Analysis at New York Institute of Finance
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026

Qualifications

Certified CCO (Covid Compliance Officer)
April 1, 2017 - April 30, 2022
Covid Compliance Officer (CCO) Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026

Industry Experience

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